Is Squeeze Box on Steam?

No. Squeeze Box is not distributed on Steam, so there is no Steam Charts or SteamDB player count for it. Its live popularity is tracked here via Twitch viewership instead.

What platforms is Squeeze Box on?

Squeeze Box is available on Atari 2600.

When did Squeeze Box release?

Squeeze Box was first released on January 1, 1983.

Squeeze Box

Jan 1, 1983ShooterArcadeAtari 2600

Squeeze Box — frequently asked questions

Is Squeeze Box on Steam?: No. Squeeze Box is not distributed on Steam, so there is no Steam Charts or SteamDB player count for it. Its live popularity is tracked here via Twitch viewership instead.
What platforms is Squeeze Box on?: Squeeze Box is available on Atari 2600.
When did Squeeze Box release?: Squeeze Box was first released on January 1, 1983.

About Squeeze Box

Squeeze Box is a single player, full color game designed to be played on the Atari Video Computer System or the Sears Video Arcade. There are six game variations to test your skill and judgment. Squeeze Box is the ultimate escape game. Our pistol packin' jailbird has got to shoot like crazy to knock out an escape route through the walls... before they close in on him. The longer it takes, the faster they come, so aim carefully. But don't rush out too fast because the next room is worse, and you're getting points for each block you shoot out. Test your endurance! Wait too long and you might touch the wall. Three touches and its all over - except for the hottest finish you have ever encountered in a video game.

Summary via IGDB.

Game details

Platforms: Atari 2600
Developer: James Wickstead Design Associates
Publisher: U.S. Games
Game modes: Single player
Themes: Action

Details via IGDB.

Collector value & authenticity

Atari 2600 · PriceCharting sold data · Verified 2026-10-06

Loose

Complete

$26

Sealed

$48

Release record

Territory	Label	Catalog #	Rarity
North America U.S. Games	Standard Case	VC2002	Scarce+

Source: Catalog numbers, label types, rarity, controllers and player counts: AtariAge 2600 software database

Region: NA
Released: 1983
Controller: Atari Joystick
Players: 1
Authenticity: Low

Not in Atari 50 — other compilations and plug-and-plays are not tracked hereLow counterfeit risk

Atari 2600 prices, all games & how to spot a fake

An obscure U.S. Games cartridge, cheap loose with little written about it.

James Wickstead Design Associates developed Squeeze Box and U.S. Games published it in North America in January 1983. Little is documented about the game beyond its developer, publisher and release date.

What the press said at the time

Computer Entertainer Vol. 1 No. 11	February 1983	Graphics ★★★½ · Play-Action ★★★½
Electronic Fun with Computers & Games Vol. 1 No. 7	May 1983	2 joysticks
JoyStik July 1983	July 1983	★

“This is another amusing game with very good use of music. … Squeezebox is a very appealing game for the whole family.”
— Computer Entertainer, February 1983

“For pure and simple game play, Squeeze Box is just a thinly disguised Breakout and not a very good one at that.”
— Electronic Fun with Computers & Games, May 1983

“The graphics are blocky, and your convict's gun is frustratingly difficult to con- trol. … A tasteless ending that, like the game, will burn you up.”
— JoyStik, July 1983

Computer Entertainer rated graphics first and play action second, from four symbols (excellent) to one (poor) — stars in most years, diamonds in 1986–87 — comparing each game only with other games for the same system. Electronic Fun rated games out of four joysticks. JoyStik’s capsule ratings run from one star to five.

Cartridge & preservation record

Program size 4 KB, measured from the preserved dump.

Catalogue number as recorded for the physical release.

Before you buy

Low risk, with no documented reproductions. Loose carts are inexpensive, while boxed and sealed copies cost several times more. If you are paying for a complete copy, ask for photos of every box panel and the manual.