One of the most fascinating sequences in Atari’s arcade manufacturing process in the early 80s, was the application of the fabulous artwork that adorned all of its cabinets from the golden age of arcade gaming. So this week, I thought … Read more
“You need a more mentally challenging job” This was a friend’s reaction when I told him about this article idea. Like most people he wasn’t intimately familiar with Atari 2600 BASIC so this response followed my explanation of the limitations: … Read more
THE ART OF ATARI is the first official collection of such artwork. Sourced from private collections worldwide, this book spans over 40 years of the company’s unique illustrations used in packaging, advertisements, catalogs, and more. Includes a comprehensive retrospective collecting … Read more
The Atari 1200XL was the third Atari 8-bit computer. Announced in late 1982 and available in early 1983, it was designed as a replacement for the Atari 800, which was becoming increasingly expensive to produce, and to serve as a … Read more
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Looking to start your Atari retro gaming journey? One of the best ways to do so is with the new Atari “Plus” systems. These systems let you use original 2600 and 7800 cartridges and easily connect to modern televisions. This … Read more
Atari is known for a lot of video game consoles over the years, none of which were as successful as their first, the Atari Video Computer System (known as the VCS and later the 2600). But their 2nd-most popular console … Read more
The Atari 520ST was released in the US in July 1985, but because Atari did not provide magazines with pre-production models (like Commodore did with the Amiga), it took a while before magazine reviews appeared. There were lead times for … Read more
The Atari ST computers first went on sale during the summer of 1985. That will be 40 years next year, which is a little frightening! The 80s were a crazy time for computers as there were many transitions with perhaps … Read more
Atari has just announced a line of officially licensed and authentic reproduction circuit boards from some of their most beloved arcade classics. These make for a perfect limited edition collector’s item for hardcore arcade fans. And also are a 1:1 … Read more