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Same. In addition, I have a modern VCS which is also not listed.

I saw this on your Twitter feed and was going to guess this. Rich had mentioned his flood damaged unit a few times and "plans" for it. Hope you can get it cleaned up and working!

I felt the same. I loved the ending scene and how they reintroduced the character we all knew was coming. It will be interesting to see where they take.

Less than 9 months after its official retail launch in June 2021, the new Atari VCS has 53 official releases and one demo in the AtariOS store. This includes the 18 Flashback Friday games and 2 Atari VCS Vault volumes. By comparison, the Atari Jaguar had 50 official carts released during its entire retail run. That includes the Telegames published carts. At this point the modern VCS is poised to have more officially released games than the Jag/CD combined, 7800 and 5200 in 2022. It will likely also surpass the Lynx at some point. When that happens, only the 2600 will have seen more official releases on an Atari branded console. Kinda strange to think about.

31,660 On a modern VCS via RetroArch (Stella Core) with a the VCS modern controller.

I just finished the first episode of Season 2. I'm not exactly sure what I just watched but - as my better half might say- I ain't mad at it.

Brand new to the VCS or considering picking one up? Check out this helpful setup video by @Mockduck !

Thanks @RickR ! I was determined to leave with something. I definitely felt like a cranky old fart looking at the prices. Also sat in on the Pat & Ian panel which was at least entertaining. I much prefer hearing from old timey devs but this was a much more social media oriented event.

We went to the SoCal Gaming Expo last Saturday. I didn't find a whole lot that I was looking for amongst the vendors and I was dumbstruck at some of the pricing. Especially for boxed consoles and N.A. Saturn games. The worst offender was a beat to hell loose Jag/CD combo with a standard controller for the bargain price of $1,500! I'm glad that I got into retro when I did! Anyway, not all was lost. One import only vendor was selling Saturn imports for reasonable prices. I picked up two commons, sealed for $15 ea. Virtual On and Virtua Fighter Kids.

Thanks to @BHG_Gamingof the Atari Weekly Podcast for inviting me on to (very nervously) talk about ClubVCS and the Recharged Squad Challenge! Be sure to check out his channel every Thursday for the latest VCS news, spirited debate and code giveaways!

CLUB VCS Recharged Squad Challenge Giveaway (Series One) We are celebrating the launch of Club VCS and the Recharged Squad Challenge with a contest! Over the next several months we will be playing the first five Recharged titles on the VCS. After the last game, we will hold a drawing for the winner's choice of one (1) Atari VCS Modern Controller or (1) VCS Classic Joystick Controller! All challenge participants will receive one (1) entry for each challenge in which they submit a valid score! The top scorer of each challenge will receive three (3) additional entries - for a total of four (4) entries in a single challenge! In addition, the top scorer in each of our first five (5) Recharged Squad Challenges will get a ClubVCS button pack celebrating Atari's Recharged series! This contest is open to everybody, including Atari I/O Moderators, with a U.S. or Canada mailing address. It's really easy, all you have to do is be a Club VCS member and participate in our Recharged Squad Challenges.

Just a quick reminder to post a photo or YouTube video of you score. Screen captures are not allowed as they are more easily manipulated for falsified scores. Multiple submissions are permitted. Photos can be as simple as a quick cell phone shot with the score and screen clearly visible. See my sample submission in the second post. If making a YouTube video, please post a link with your score. The video will be embedded in the thread. You get a patch if you mail in a Polaroid. (KIDDING🤣)

@Mockduck , 💯 agreed. The grind aspect of the game is probably a holdover from its mobile roots and sets it apart from the rest of the series. The upgrade system will make the playing field a bit uneven for new players. But with a few hours of playtime, most folks should be able to level up their stats!

10,950 My first submission for the Challenge to kick things off. I'm using the Classic Controller and stats are maxed out.

💯! @Justin you really nailed it!

Just a few quick notes to any new members. First, welcome to atari.io and ClubVCS! We're excited for you to join us for the very first Recharged Squad Challenge! Second, please check out the rules of play above before posting a score. Lastly, because Missile Command Recharged retains your highest score ever, submissions should be of the "Last Score" to help ensure that the score was achieved during the Challenge. For example, the score for the sample submission photo below would be 13,750 and not 47,000. Good luck Missile Commanders!

Atari announced Kombinera in an interview with IGN. According to the article, "Kombinera is a new Atari IP where players take control of differently colored balls and use them and their unique abilities to work their way through over 300 environments and puzzles. The balls all move in unison, but different colors will interact with puzzles in different ways, requiring concentration and puzzle-solving to move forward." What I like most was this quote from new Atari CEO Wade Rosen: "We are in an interesting moment in the lifespan of Atari," he says. "It is an iconic brand that has a natural place in pop culture as much as it does games. Atari appears in film, television, art, music and fashion — and it feels natural. It belongs. Yet, despite the brand's roots in video games, today’s Atari has less presence and less relevancy in gaming culture. You might say the brand is out of balance. A modern Atari will find that balance, where its role in gaming culture is in parity with its role in pop culture." Encouraging. Are you looking forward to new Atari IP? What do you think of Kombinera? Check out the launch trailer & sound off!

Release Date: 04/07/2022 Retail: TBD Developer(s): Graphite Lab Publisher: Atari Official Site Synopsis: "Control multiple colored balls simultaneously in this brain-bending puzzle platformer. It’s up to you to combine every ball and complete each perilous level. Can you solve them all? Can you save King Kombine from the Kave of Kaos?" Features Move Simultaneously: All balls move in unison, requiring creative problem solving and a well thought-out plan. Combine the Balls: Merge all balls together to complete levels. Avoid Obstacles: Hazards abound, making for a perilous journey through each stage. Special Abilities: Different balls have special abilities, needed to traverse or overcome obstacles. Challenging Puzzles: Simple and accessible to pick up, but the puzzles grow more diabolical as you progress!

Welcome to the official topic for KOMBINERA

Missile Command: Recharged Atari VCS Controller: MODERN CONTROLLER / CLASSIC CONTROLLER / PLAYER'S CHOICE Difficulty Level: Normal Game Play on: Real Hardware ✔ Squad Challenge ends 11:59 pm PST March 31, 2022 Objective Play for the highest possible score using the difficulty settings defined in the challenge. Post a photo or YouTube video of your score in this thread. Scores must be achieved between March 1st through March 31, 2022. Your high score submission should be the "Last Score" following the "The End" screen. Screen captures are not allowed as they are more easily manipulated for falsified scores. Multiple submissions are permitted. The player with the highest score at the end of the competition is the victor! Eligibility This is a Club VCS Exclusive Challenge. All Club VCS players are welcome! Play Rules Games may be played on real Atari VCS hardware. Choosing which controller to play on is part of formulating your strategy. Enhancements, rewinds and hacked versions of this game are not allowed. Difficulty Level We are playing Missile Command: Recharged using the default difficulty setting. Spending points to power-up your abilities is a part of the game. Players are encouraged to strategically power-up to increase their scores! Fair Play Your integrity is everything. Players should play fairly, be honest, and have fun! Falsified scores will result in your immediate removal from the site. It goes without saying that we will not allow cheats, hacks, cartridge frying, enhancements, rewinds, deceitful photo manipulation, subterfuge, or any other unfair advantage. Everybody hates a cheater. More To review detailed rules on how to play, please visit the High Score Squad page here: Message Welcome to our first Club VCS Recharged Squad Challenge!!! For this challenge we're playing Missile Command: Recharged! Released in 2020 in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the original, Missile Command: Recharged is a reimagining of the beloved Atari arcade classic. Survive wave after wave of enemy attacks in this fast-paced, arcade action game. Players must defend their bases by shooting down an endless barrage of missiles hailing from the sky. Launch counter-missiles to protect your base and target powerups to gain an edge at critical moments. The first of Atari's Recharged series, Missile Command: Recharged effectively set the stage for things to come. It takes the basic premise of the arcade original, adds power-ups, a future-retro aesthetic and an endless arcade loop! How long can you defend your cities against the enemy onslaught? Club VCS Recharged Squad Contest We are celebrating the launch of Club VCS and the Recharged Squad Challenge with a contest! Over the next five (5) months we will be playing other Recharged titles. After the last game, we will hold a drawing for the winner's choice of one (1) Atari VCS Modern Controller or (1) VCS Classic Joystick Controller! All challenge participants will receive one (1) entry for each challenge in which they submit a valid score! The top scorer of each challenge will receive three (3) additional entries - for a total of four (4) entries in a single challenge! In addition, the top scorer in each of our first five (5) Recharged Squad Challenges will get a ClubVCS button pack celebrating Atari's Recharged series! This contest is open to everybody, including Atari I/O Moderators, with a U.S. or Canada mailing address. It's really easy, all you have to do is participate be a Club VCS member and participate in our Recharged Squad Challenges.

Decided to drive out to Ontario and check this out. I'll be sure to post anything interesting in pickups.

I agree with @Justinthat this is an excellent topic! It will definitely take some thought.