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My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

In case anyone has not seen the Nukey Shay hack that I referred to, there a video of it.  @KenJennings you can still go "gonk, gonk, gonk, gonk" with this version.  😉
 
 

My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

My fifth book (four in the "volume" series and a holiday book) was just released yesterday and is available thru Amazon!
To purchase the $13.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BDT993Q  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BLR45DR  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
 
Retro Game Network covered the progress of this book here:
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/24/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-now-available-with-paperback-and-kindle-editions/
http://www.retrogamenetwork.com/2020/06/05/the-atari-2600-homebrew-companion-volume-4-aiming-for-physical-digital-release-this-month/
 
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian Matherne
https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne

homebrew made for Atari.IO???? 

Cote Gamers had to pull out of publishing Knabber Rob.  I'm hoping Neo Games has an opening early next year to get this game out to the public.
Less groceries for me.  But, it will happen.  The bat deserves some limelight :)

Back in 1982, the department store Boscov's held some Atari VCS contests, one being for Pac-Man.  Entrants had 2 attempts to score as much as possible in 5-minute long games.  After a few attempts, I got a 5,200, which ranks as the 3rd-highest, according to this article.  I'm assuming this contest was on game 1 with difficulty B.  I used this free PC app to time my efforts. https://free-stopwatch.com/   Pretty impressive that someone nearly cracked 8k on this. 

So basically they are sold at Target in specific racks for $6 or so?  I can't see I've seen any, but I usually stick to the $1 racks.  

What Are Hot Wheels ID Cars?
Hot Wheels ID cars look like the standard Hot Wheels cars.  In reality these ID cars are unique.  Each car has a tag on the chassis that can be scanned in to a mobile device.  From there the car can be used in dedicated ID physical tracks and in the Hot Wheels ID racing app for Android and iOS devices.  The physical tracks use a Bluetooth connection to a mobile device while the app allows scanned cars to be used in racing games against AI and other racers.  Everything that car does stays with that car.  All ID cars can be upgraded in the app for better performance. 
Hot Wheels ID Overview
Where Can I Find Them?
Hot Wheels ID cars have been located in Target stores.  These are usually in a small white and orange box costing between $6 and $8 per car.  I'm unsure if they are found any where else physically.  These can also be found on Amazon and Ebay...if you want to pay premium prices for them.
So What's The Big Deal?
Most recently Mattel decided to include ID cars in the standard blister packs although sporting a similar white and orange theme over the standard blue theme.  These are now being called "Chase Cars" and for a good reason.  Any Hot Wheels collector may know about the rare Treasure Hunt and Super Treasure Hunt cars that are randomly packed in with standard cars.  These are highly sought after by collectors and are often worth more than any single basic car.
Now imagine something being more rare than either a TH or STH Hot Wheels car.  Go on...keep imagining.  That's where these ID Chase Cars fall.  It's said that these are more rare than the Treasure Hunt and Super Treasure Hunt cars.  It's been reported that one store opened up four cases and never seen a single Chase Car although they found two Treasure Hunt cars in those cases.  But the nice thing is that if you do find one the price is the same as a basic Hot Wheels car.  So if the store you are visiting sells Hot Wheels for a dollar and you find a Hot Wheels ID car in a blister pack it will be a dollar also. 
So the next time you go Hot Wheels hunting keep an eye out for any Hot Wheels ID cars.  These are very collectible already with some selling for upwards of $80 on Ebay.  Of course the whole idea is not to make a quick buck but it doesn't hurt to find 'em and hang on to them or even use them (you can scan them without opening them) but I suggest not opening them. 
Hot Wheels ID Chase Car on EBAY
Also...the reason why I posted this under collectibles is because the Chase Cars are becoming collectible in a short amount of time and if others here hunt for Hot Wheels cars I thought they would like to know about them.
Enjoy your Hot Wheels … and Atari, too! 

I played my first try last night and got a 59... will try again before the deadline.

My review of the Atari 2600 Homebrew Companion Volume 3
 

The re-release of the Atari 2600 Encyclopedia Volume 1 by Derek Slaton...
 

I need to place an order with you..... one of these days when I get some extra money. This will fill in alot of my holes!

PushChocolat.mp4 Tease tease.
(Push by Matchbox Twenty used non-profit, just for funsies.)

Atari 2600 Galagon Review by Champ Games:
 

hi everyone,
 been in the atari business since 1983, its because of you that i am still here, and i thank you for it every day.
 
merry christmas and a happy new years to all,
 
lance
www.atarisales.com
 
 

I just purchased the digital version.  If a color print version is released, I'll get it as well.

Received my copy yesterday (BW paperback).  Really nicely done.  Love the cover, and I look forward to digging into it.

I have the other two and I will be getting this one.  Will there be a deluxe color version of this volume? 

Great work Brian! Best wishes on the success of your new book! 

Free preview of my newest book in the series is now available here: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B082Y71YBY&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_MrbaEbKYW5404
Pages 3-4 will show you all 24 titles included in this issue. 
To purchase the $12.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1676947175  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082Y71YBY  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian

Free preview of my newest book in the series is now available here: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B082Y71YBY&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_MrbaEbKYW5404
Pages 3-4 will show you all 24 titles included in this issue. 
To purchase the $12.99 paperback book in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1676947175  It is also available in 7 other countries, just PM me for other countries links.
To purchase the $3.99 e-book/Kindle version in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082Y71YBY  It is also available in 12 other countries, just PM me for those countries links too.
All previous books are still available at: https://www.amazon.com/author/brianmatherne
Huge Thanks go out to my readers and fellow gamers, and the Atari Homebrew programmers for making this series a success!!!
Brian