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Ian Bogost, founding partner of Jetset developer Persuasive Games, has released an iPhone port of his Atari 2600 homebrew title Guru Meditation ($0.99). Billed as a “relaxation game,” Guru Meditation challenges players to maintain inner poise and concentration for as long as possible.

In Guru Meditation, players must hold the iPhone or iPod Touch still and maintain a steady balance while pressing their thumbs on the corners of the screen. Eventually, a yogi will appear. As the in-game day passes, the yogi will continue to float in the air until the player’s balance shifts. Guru Meditation tracks the player’s average meditation time across multiple sessions.

Bogost is also offering the original Atari 2600 version of Guru Meditation in bundled form at his website. Limited to 10 units, the bundle includes a Guru Meditation cartridge, a custom yoga mat, a Joyboard balance board peripheral for use with the game, and even the Atari 2600 system itself, complete with hookups for modern televisions. Neat!

Tags: atari 2600, guru meditation, ian bogost, persuasive games, port, relaxation