Missile Command is a classic arcade game released in 1980 by Atari. In the game, players take on the role of a missile defense commander tasked with protecting cities from incoming enemy missiles. The player uses a trackball to aim and launch counter-missiles to intercept threats before they can destroy the cities. The game features a simple yet engaging gameplay mechanic, where players must manage their limited resources while facing increasingly difficult waves of attacks. As cities are destroyed, the player's score decreases, and the objective is to survive as long as possible while achieving a high score.