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  1. Added a new CRT to the collection today. This is the first time I've unlocked the secret cat screen in Phoenix! 😂🤣🕹️

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  2. An insightful blog post about modern-day Atari at Stone Age Gamer. 

    https://stoneagegamer.com/blog/atari-recharged/

    1. RickR

      RickR

      This was a fun read.  Thanks for sharing.

      I've been horrible at finding time to play with my VCS.  Too much real life taking up time.  But I will try!  Gravitar and Missile Command are on my list to purchase.

       

    2. Sabertooth

      Sabertooth

      You're welcome @RickR ! It was a fun read!

      Gravitar and Missile Command are both great games but Gravitar gives you more depth and gameplay.

      If you like rolling platformers, I'd also keep an eye on BPM Boy!  It's a timed exclusive to the VCS from one of the devs behind the "Strike" series.

  3. Announcement trailer and key art for Gravitar: Recharged!

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  4. Another acquisition by Atari! This time it is the M Network brand and IP, including 2600 games!

    https://finance.yahoo.com/news/atari-announces-acquisition-m-network-191500067.html

  5. Another interesting article about the new post-Chesnais iteration of Atari. The 50th year of the brand could be a pivotal one.

    https://www.polygon.com/platform/amp/features/22880558/atari-50th-anniversary-plans

    1. DegasElite

      DegasElite

      Even though Wade J. Rosen is the new CEO, I am not yet holding my breath. I don't know what he is like, compared to Chesnais. It could be pivotal, but I still have my doubts.

  6. Another stop motion unboxing!  This time its the AtariXP reissue of Super Breakout for the 2600!

     

    1. RickR

      RickR

      These are so much fun to watch.  👌

  7. Another XP unboxing. This time it's Crystal Castles!

     

    1. Justin

      Justin

      THANK YOU for this!🏆  One of my favorite Atari games of all time, from any system. Tragic we never got Crystal Castles on Atari 7800. Maybe there's still time?

      Do we know if Atari plans on a standard re-release of Crystal Castles similar to Berzerk?

    2. Sabertooth

      Sabertooth

      Thanks for watching! Yeah, Crystal Castles is one of my favorites too. 

      I haven't heard anything about 7800 releases. It's speculated that Crystal Castles 7800 was in development and even had a number (CX-7817). It would be wonderful if a ROM or source code were found and released as with Saboteur and Aquaventure.  That or Sky Fox!

  8. Any Antstream users? It's a great retro streaming service with fun Tournaments, Challenges and a bunch of great games from across platforms. 

    Find me for a challenge. Username: SabertoothRetro

  9. Anyone else playing Star Wars: Squadrons? I'm flying a freaking TIE in 3D space. 

     

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    1. RickR
    2. HDN

      HDN

      Never heard of it, but it looks cool. It’s crazy how far 3D Star Wars games have come since Star Wars Arcade.

      Speaking of which, that would make a really cool VR game.

    3. socrates63

      socrates63

      Looks gorgeous 👍 I've seen a couple of YouTube videos, and it looks like an awesome Star Wars game.

  10. Anyone else think that Apple may have had some inspiration?! IMG_20230606_063321~2.jpg

    1. Justin

      Justin

      I know for a fact they did 😎

  11. Anyone have an Arcade1up machine? Wondering about their build quality? 

    1. Justin

      Justin

      In my experience they have been pretty cheap. They might survive okay in the corner of a collector's room but kids would tear those controls apart. For the same amount of money it's possible to find a real arcade machine with solid controls that you can do whatever you want with.

  12. Anyone watch Floor is Lava? A giant approximation of an Atari joystick makes an appearance in season 2.

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  13. Apparently Nintendo is filming a commercial on Saturday in our building. Maybe this is my chance to be discovered?  Too obvious if I come decked out in a Zelda t-shirt? 😂

    1. RickR

      RickR

      If you're going to do it, make sure to OVERdo it. 

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    2. Atari 5200 Guy

      Atari 5200 Guy

      And carry in your hand the first edition of Nintendo Power!  That'll show 'em.

    3. Sabertooth

      Sabertooth

      I could photobomb the shoot in a SEGA t-shirt. 😆😆😆

  14. Arcade Attack interview with former Atari producer Joe "F***ing" Cain.

    A great candid conversation about his experiences during the last days of Atari Corporation under the Tramiels.

     

  15. Asteroids: Recharged really rocks! 🕹️🚀🪨

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  16. Atari formally sever their last remaining entanglements with former-CEO Fred Chesnais.  The shift in direction since his departure has been positive.  Hoping this is another step in a positive direction. 

    https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cbi-global-agreement-atari-unwind-163000823.html

    1. Justin

      Justin

      This is excellent news.

  17. Atari's new platformer, Mr. Run and Jump. Coming to all platforms, including the VCS in July.

    https://youtu.be/VHIpL5Mz1JY

  18. BASIC MATH: RECHARGED

     

    1. Sabertooth

      Sabertooth

      Its actually playable from a PC!

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  19. Been playing the new Centipede: Recharged on the Atari VCS for the past few hours. It's actually a cool modern interpretation on the classic. It has an endless arcade mode, 30 unlockable challenges, achievements, and local Co-op. Also, the music is stunning. 

    It's available on all major console platforms - Xbox, PS4/5, Switch, Steam (PC) - via digital tomorrow.  Based on the VCS version, I'd say it's well worth the $9.99 if you have any of those platforms and are a fan of the original.  

     

     

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    1. Sabertooth

      Sabertooth

      Here's a spot on review of the game. (Switch)

      https://youtu.be/q3rwx3mX7EM

    2. socrates63

      socrates63

      Cool, thanks for the heads up.

  20. Been waiting for this one for a while!Screenshot_20220521-080555_Instagram~2.jpg

  21. BHG of the Atari Weekly Podcast invited me on to talk (nervously) about atari.io and ClubVCS!

     

  22. Black Widow & Centipede Recharged are 100 percent free in the Epic Game Store. A great way to try out Atari's revamped titles for free!

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  23. Can you beat Nolan?!

    This is kinda cool. The Breakout game isn't half bad. The Centipede game is kinda goofy.

    https://venturebeat.com/games/portalones-release-of-ataris-breakout-pits-players-against-atari-cofounder-nolan-bushnell/

     

  24. Check out our Series 4 Recharged Squad Challenge button set!  

    The top scorer in our monthly VCS challenges gets bragging rights and sweet DIY buttons!

    This first set is going out to @Smell Dawg for Alien Abduction!

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    2. RickR

      RickR

      I still have all those Atari.io buttons.  They are awesome. 

       

    3. Justin

      Justin

      @RickR it was awesome to be able to do that. The prizes and giveaways are something I want to get back to.

    4. Smell Dawg

      Smell Dawg

      Fun stuff!  Thanks!! 

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