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Nov 17, 2023 · The Atari 2600+ – a modern day faithful recreation of the pioneering console that first appeared in 1980 – has officially released today. Units have started shipping to pre-order customers. Atari and Plaion also today revealed three new accessories: the CX78+ Gamepad (supporting two-button 7800 games) a standalone CX3.
Nov 17, 2023 · For those looking to relive the gameplay experiences of the ‘70s and '80s, included with the Atari 2600+ is the CX40+ Joystick Controller, recreated with the same size and layout as the original 2600 Joystick Controller for that added touch of nostalgia. Also available worldwide in stores today: The CX-30 Paddle Controller with 4-in-1 multi ...
The Atari 2600+ is an updated version of the iconic Atari 2600 and has been enhanced in the following ways: - Plays both Atari 2600 and 7800 game cartridges. - HDMI output makes it easy to connect. - Widescreen mode. - Enlarged cartridge socket reduces sticking. - Atari logo lights up when being played. The system comes with a CX40+ Joystick ...
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- The console comes with a 10-in-1 game cartridge and a CX40+ Joystick controller.
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By Adam Bankhurst
Updated: Aug 24, 2023 1:57 pm
Posted: Aug 22, 2023 1:38 pm
Atari and PLAION have announced the Atari 2600+, a "modern day faithful recreation" of the classic console that is set to launch on November 17, 2023, for $129.99, and it comes with 10 games and a CX40+ Joystick controller.
The Atari 2600+ is available for pre-order right now, and it also features such quality-of-life features as HDMI output, USB power, and multiple screen resolutions.
As for the games, they will come packaged on one cartridge and include Adventure, Combat, Dodge 'Em, Haunted House, Maze Craze, Missile Command, Realsports Volleyball, Surround, Video Pinball, and Yars' Revenge. Oh, and don't worry, the Atari 2600+ will be backward compatible with "hundreds of original Atari 2600 and 7800 games."
“Preserving classic games is a priority for Atari, and the release of the Atari 2600+ will make the hundreds of Atari 2600 and 7800 games that have been released over the last 50 years universally accessible,” said Atari Chairman and CEO, Wade Rosen. “PLAION’s approach to a quality recreation of iconic Atari hardware made them the perfect partner to bring the Atari 2600+ to market.”
While you wait for this new take on the classic console, be sure to check out our history of the Atari 2600, the top 10 best-selling Atarti 2600 games, our look at the history of Atari, and watch us build the LEGO Atari 2600.
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Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.
Dec 13, 2023 · I say ‘blast from the past’ but the the Atari 2600+ is a brand new console which replicates the original legendary Atari 2600 system and brings it into the modern age, while keeping everything that made it so special perfectly intact. It costs $130, and at first glance, it appears similar to other mini consoles produced by Nintendo, Sony ...
Nov 21, 2023 · In contrast, the 2600+ does feel novel, exciting, amid the modern retro console competition. As you’ll have seen or read in the review proper, this is an HD-output, USB-C-powered system that will connect perfectly to modern TVs and output at either 16:9 or (better, obviously) 4:3. It’s a hugely convenient way to put Atari 2600 games – and ...
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Aug 22, 2023 · The team behind the Atari 2600+ took it upon themselves to ensure this recreation of the Atari 2600+ is as true to the original as possible. That means fans should rest easy knowing it will feel the exact same when they move the joystick, the metal switches will feel just as they remember them, and, of course, it will have that authentic woodgrain front panel.
