Not only does the Atari website have two new Atari 2600 games they will be releasing more Atari 2600 and I have heard from a reliable source that they will release new 7800 Games !!! Never thought this would happen.
I do wish they offered Saboteur, Aquaventure and Yar's Return at the 30 dollar price value as they are with Mr. Run & Jump and Berserk DX. Couldnt justify spending 60 a piece on them when they were already included in various collections. 7800 would be amazing if they started rolling out unreleased stuff and new games. I have Nikki & Vikki and thats a great example of what the system could have been pulling off.
They just release Outlaw. Same game as originally release in the late 70's. They should have release it as an enhanced 7800 game. These things sell out so what do I know!
Preordered a 2600+ as well. Got a second joystick, paddles, bezerk, and mr run & jump too. Been raiding eBay for a small 25 or so game cartridge collection. Had Coleco with an Atari adapter in the 80s but those are long gone.
Nice video. I came to the same conclusion on the 2600+. I'm sitting on quite a few unopened 7800 carts, a 7800, 5200 and trackball. I don't have an og style 2600 but the 2600+ will give me that console design and HDMI. Sounds like a win to me!
@@300BaudStudios I got lucky some years back and got a new one when someone was clearing out their warehouse. Only issue is over the years the track ball has yellowed. I need to fix that.😃
great video - I actually didn't know that so many Atari flashback consoles had been released and I also didn't know that more were planned - its great that the 2600 platform is backed like this - however, I must admit that I think they should also release both an Atari ST - and/or any of the 8bit models maybe the Atari 800 :-) however maybe they don't have to make the last one here in 'real size' but I would definitely get a 'recreated' Atari ST or Atari 800 if they ever made one.
The 2004 Jakks Pacific plug and play stick is really nice and well built. Fits well in the hand, nice texturing on it, feels just right, and has ten good games built right into it even with it being a NES on a chip version.
@@300BaudStudios Amen! As soon as I saw GenXGrownUp's video on it, I preordered it right away. I did it just in case if those damn scalpers start jumping all over them and the accessories. I'm tired of those greedy dicks ruining everything for everyone. They just never learn.
I just got a 2600+. I really like it! Granted, I don't have any old cartridges, but I was able to get Berzerk and Mr. Run and Jump, as well as the four game paddle pack, though I'm still waiting for the paddle pack. I've only tried Missile Command and Berzerk so far, but they played fantastically. I also just got a Flashback 12 Gold, and now have over 900 games on it. The joysticks with the FB12G aren't as good of quality as the one with the 2600+, but they still work well. And I see you have a Flashback 2. I have one of those. Got it when they originally came out in 2005. I've had a lot of fun playing Missile Command on that too! I never bothered modding it to use cartridges, as again, I don't have any old ones, but that you could if you wanted to is what's pretty neat about the FB 2. And that it uses an actual recreation of the Atari 2600 board rather than emulation is pretty nice too.
Good to hear that you are enjoying your Atari 2600+. I would really like to see Atari publish more game pack for those who do not have many cartridges in their collection as well as some new 7800 games and dedicated controller.
@@300BaudStudios It'd be great if they did that. I'd venture to say that most of us who had a 2600 and/or 7800 as kids no longer have our cartridges, so it would be fantastic for them to do so. Even more multi-game cartridges similar to the one that comes with it. They could have category specific multi-game cartridges. Hopefully they realize what they have on their hands and the desire of so many of us Gen-Xers and younger Boomers to play those old games on a system like this.
@@PitfallHarry72 Licensing will be an issue for these old game as the 'property', think Raiders of the Lost Ark, is worth more than the 8kb or so of code.
What I didn’t care for with the flashback consoles were you are stuck with the games included (until flashback 9 came out). And even then, the paddle controls aren’t accurate and laggy. The joystick games are a little laggy as well but tolerable. I’m excited for the 2600+ because it has the look and hopefully the feel as well of the original console. The metal switches look so much better than the push buttons. Also the design of the flashback joysticks always felt too “loose” compared to original ones. That’s always bothered me. So hopefully they aren’t like the newer redesigned joysticks like the flashback and Retron ones. They work well, but they just don’t feel the same as the classic! Super excited about the 7800 compatibility too!!! I pre-ordered mine on day one!
I have the Retron 77 and it’s great but it doesn’t use third party controllers like the Tron controller or trackball. I hope we can use these controllers with. The 2600 plus.
@@300BaudStudios same here but I had few also and all of them seemed pants vs Flashback X what has the look and can be easily flashed to run also different Atari systems. Kind regards
The Atari 7800 has the capability to create NES quality games, it just didn’t have the dev support, if developers pull out all the tricks using today’s knowledge, I’m sure we can see some genuinely great games.
This is a cool system and ideal for a friend of mine wanting to get into the old Atari scene. I'm not too excited on the 2600 capability of it as I already have a lovely RGB modded Sears Video Arcade with a Plus Cart for the full library experience BUT.. the 7800 capabilities are certainly tugging on the wallet for me... not played much 7800 outside of the compatible ROMs on handheld so this machine and pricetag makes more sense than a legit 7800 which may or may not work etc. Will this thing run the likes of Harmony I wonder?
I'm on the fence. I have my Vader system hooked up via coax to a 77" lg oled and it looks and plays great. I like the original stuff but can't hook up my 7800 because it's composite modded.
I have. Seems like Atari did the licensee a bit dirty by releasing the 2600+. But, they are intendid for different markets. The GSP is simular the the flashback in that it comes bundeled with many games ready to play. The 2600+ is for old folks like me who already have a collection of games and want to re-experiance buying a new Atari :-)
I have the Atari plug n play. Had it for a long time. Still works. I've seen some pretty cool systems. I'm looking at getting a used 2600 just as a project to mod and recap.
My school had an Apple II and an Atari 400 in the math room. I stayed after school to type in basic programs on the 400 while the others played Castle Wolfenstien on the Apple. I remember them flipping the power on and off quickly when they got shot because the game would keep going; hard on the computer!
Thank you for giving the 2600 some love. Kaboom, with clean OEM paddles, will indoctriate any 8 year in my experience. 4 player warlords or medieval Mayhew will convert millennials into fans.
So I have gone back and forth with this thought also. I like the flash backs that at least look like the atari. I don't like the ones with the round buttons? I'm still on the fence if I'm going to get the 2600+
I have a humongous question. I pre-ordered the 2600+ having both 7800 and 2600 as well. I am also happy to know the old 2600 controllers will work My question is 7800 controllers working, as well. The new console plays 7800 carts, bit those games run with 2 side buttons. So running some games on the new pre-order controller may show up limitations. I do have the European gamepad and I'll know in November if that works as well. Nervous about lag. And are any of your flashback consoles lag free?
I suspect the 2600+ will require 7800 controllers for games that need 2 button input. I plan to test the 2600+ with several controllers when my pre-ordered unit arrives. As far as lag, the flashbacks are terrible with paddle controllers but everything else is good.
@300BaudStudios I bought 3 CX-78 joypads in anticipation. The North America joysticks are not the highest desirable one of choice. But the new Atari might just surprise us with a new modern awesome one fixing all the complaints. But yes, though, unconfirmed I think the one button CX-40 doesn't seem like it would be much good. Hoping!
Will the 2600+ be able to play driving games? I looked it up on the website but there's no info nor can you buy driving paddles. Any info would be appreciated...
It doesn't, but the original Robotron 2084 cartridges are confirmed to work on the Atari 2600+. Hopefully they will release new enhanced versions of other games, like they are doing with Berzerk.
@@keepdreamin Only the 7800 version of Robotron is compatible with this console. The 5200 is a completely different hardware architecture. Atari would have to go to Warner Bros. and get a license to redistribute Robotron 2084 on this new system, unless they somehow still have the licensing agreement still in effect for the home version of Robotron 2084, from the 1980s.
@@brettneville2351 Well, why hasn't Waner Bros ever released Robotron 2084 on a modern console like PS5 before? What is the hold up? it's been DECADES and still NO CHANGE!
I remember having nintendo famicom that have a gun its allot better then arari it have better graphic and the gun add more fun but i remember have it in the early 1990's at that time there was super nintendo and i didnt know because there was no internet
Nintendo did a good job with the Famicom/NES. The games were more of an investment for gamers as they introduced a storyline, think of all the rolling text, as well as long game play. The 2600 came from the late 70's and the 7800 from the early 80's which was a different time. I have always been an Atari fan because of the fast paced arcade action; pure adrinaline!
I'm really stoked about this machine! But if it ends up not working with my Harmony cart, I'm better off sticking to my Retron 77 since they are both emulators anyway. keeping my fingers crossed anyway. 🤞
The only Flashback I have is #7 and I've only found myself good at very few games. As for the new one, I no longer have my cartridges, so I'll only be interested if Atari is also planning the correct re releases, IF any at all
@@300BaudStudiosI don't necessarily mean vintage. More like once again beginning to manufacture so you can buy it as if it were new. Making it again today
Wired joysticks good, wired paddle controllers good, I want a rollerball controller so I can play Centipede properly. Originals don't work on Flashback systems.
I have two 4 switch ones and the heavy 6. One is from my 70s childhood. I have probably 120 cartridges but really only play about 25 of those. I have flashback 2 and 9. I play 9 on my modern big tv and I did download all the roms. I grew up with Atari and am NOT one of the people in love with switching out cartridges. I am not interested in the Atari + at this point since I have more than enough ways to play. What I wish I had is an Atari controller that could be plugged in to modern systems like Xbox and Switch. Great video.
Thanks for the complement. Our collections are very similar but I have the light 6 :-( I plan to release a video shortly taking a look at the games I have in my collection. Should be fun as I have not played with them in years.
@@300BaudStudios Moon Patrol!!! My mother swore the music in that would send her to an early grave. I still him it regularly. The summer of 83 I spent with that, Cosmic Arc, Pong, Combat and Real Sports Baseball. And those are still in my top favorites. I think people only gripe about Atari Baseball games because they were hard and I don't think young players today are willing to "waste" the time to get the knack of them. When you get good at Real sports Baseball it is pretty awesome, imo. Also I don't think people realize most of we kids back then only owned a few games...I only had about 8 until I was able to drive to yard sales back in the late 80s...then i racked up!!! By about '98 you could get games and systems for literally next to nothing at yard sales...the good old days before internet resellers... LoL
Ok, let me tell you about the hidden psycological impact of the Atari 2600 that´s not talked about which translates to it being such an amazing system/unit: 2600 games are iconic because they leave room for imagination by being LEGO like. I personally love the big playfield graphics for being what it is! from repeated to mirored to asymetrical. And we all know LEGO is one of the most beloved toys in the world. So that´s an Atari 2600 exotic charm! its carefully picked 128 color palette is also an eye catcher. I personally don´t care about the 7800 games (but that´s just me) So let the 2600 homebrews abound like the sand of the sea :D I´ll be buying the 2600+ for sure!
That is a great analogy! The 2600's simplicity also made for an extremely flexible system as well. Other than a bit better graphics on newer systems such as the intellivision and 5200, many of the games played exactly the same as the lowly 2600 back in the day.
The 2600+ does not come with built in games. The Game Station pro has several built in games but does not include Battlezone, 2600 or Arcade versions, nor Robot Tank :-( But you can side load it with the Micro SD slot :-)
Good question! I believe it comes down to 2 things; the age of the item and when it was purchased. Many of the items in my collection came from a time when computing was new. Back in the 80's it was not uncommon for a family to buy a home computer or video game console only to find that it was either to difficult to use or simply not what they expected so it ended up back in the box stored in a closet for a few years until it eventually found itself in a yardsell. I just happened to be collecting during the 90'S which was the best time to buy 80's equipment; it was cheap and plentyfull. At the time you could actually buy an Amiga 2000 computer with the keyboard and mouse for what you would now pay for a single key on a parted out busted up keyboard on fleabay. Some of the items in my collection, such as Amigas have gotten a lot of use while other have not; such as pristien Atari 8-bit computers which I will feature on this channel so stay tuned :-)
Avoid the Gemini. Felt cheap and poorly made. Mine broke completely (i.e. not just the crappy controllers) after six weeks...and that was 40 years ago. Never replaced it, nor had any desire too.
If youre in on the 2600+ does that mean you will pass on the MyArcade Atari Gamestation? Both systems seem to have pros and cons but the 2600+ is far superior
I may be wrong, but I don't believe the Gamestation has a cartridge port. Good looking system, reminds me of the 5200. Not being true to the original VCS design allows for a bit more freedom, like rollers for paddle games built into the controller.
@@300BaudStudios it's snazzy but it doesn't resemble any existing console to me. It's plug and play. No cartridge slot. Not sure if it has an SD slot or not
Why do we need the Atari Plus when the Atari Gamestation is being released in November with about 200 games. !! The Atari Gamestation will have 2600, 5200, 7800 plus some Data East Titles plus Arcade titles. You made great suggestions !!!
I want the true retro experience of slapping in cartridges. We cannot do that with the Gamestation. The look and feel of a retro console is just as important as the gameplay, it's all about replicating that early 80s gaming time period that I missed out on.
Flashbacks are useless. Stuck using their garbage joysticks (or no menu home buttons). The menus are slow and laggy ... in general just an awful experience. The Retron 77 lacks a little polish, but functionally waaayyy better. Evercade has nice Atari options as well (Atari Collection I and II (2600/7800), Lynx Collection I and II, & Atari Arcade collection). With the Retron or Evercade the controller options are way better than any Flashback - - and both have superior build quality + other features. The Flashback series is pretty low rent. Already pre-ordered the 2600+
@@300BaudStudios I am searching for a broken heavy sixer it at least the shell. I need only the bottom part, the all other parts can be used from the light sixer. But no luck. :( Someone should at leat make 3D models for the parts. :)
It's not another flashback, it's arguably worse. I see some cartridges being sold on Amazon for the new unit, and they're wanting £25 a game. Who is going to pay that for old Atari games these days? Ridiculous. Honestly, the Flashbacks were better. They shipped with tons of games. They weren't cosmetically accurate, but more games ='s more fun.
Valid point you make as the 2600+ only comes with 10 games. It is really intended for those who already have a collection of games. If you just want to play games the Flashback 9 with the SD slot works great!
But even as a way to play who have a collection of games it's a fail. Original units are not hard to find. I have a heavy 6. Those things don't seem to even break! Given the 2600 is a niche thing anyway, and that the Flashbacks have happened, other than an initial show of interest, this thing can't possibly have legs. Especially not at $25 a game when buying them new today.@@300BaudStudios
They had to, because the original hardware is incompatible with modern tvs. Other game companies have had to take a similar approach. Sega Saturn games, for example, are notoriously difficult to port to modern systems due to how the original console was built. Emulating them is the only way to go, and even that is a difficult task.
Not only does the Atari website have two new Atari 2600 games they will be releasing more Atari 2600 and I have heard from a reliable source that they will release new 7800 Games !!! Never thought this would happen.
Quite a Renaissance
I do wish they offered Saboteur, Aquaventure and Yar's Return at the 30 dollar price value as they are with Mr. Run & Jump and Berserk DX. Couldnt justify spending 60 a piece on them when they were already included in various collections.
7800 would be amazing if they started rolling out unreleased stuff and new games. I have Nikki & Vikki and thats a great example of what the system could have been pulling off.
Would be nice if they also started selling working 5200 controllers that don't have contacts that oxidize after a few days
@@The_Real_DCT were those a 9 pin connector?
They just release Outlaw. Same game as originally release in the late 70's. They should have release it as an enhanced 7800 game. These things sell out so what do I know!
Preordered a 2600+ as well. Got a second joystick, paddles, bezerk, and mr run & jump too. Been raiding eBay for a small 25 or so game cartridge collection.
Had Coleco with an Atari adapter in the 80s but those are long gone.
Looks like you are all in! I plan to purchase a Coleco, just working to get this channel monitized to fund it ;-)
wow "300 baud" a phrase thats not been in my mind for a very very long time, love it.
Just a bunch of old stuff, as the name implies ;-)
Nice video. I came to the same conclusion on the 2600+. I'm sitting on quite a few unopened 7800 carts, a 7800, 5200 and trackball. I don't have an og style 2600 but the 2600+ will give me that console design and HDMI. Sounds like a win to me!
Awesome collection you got going there! I am particularly fond of the 5200; I have 2 system but no trak-ball :-(
@@300BaudStudios I got lucky some years back and got a new one when someone was clearing out their warehouse. Only issue is over the years the track ball has yellowed. I need to fix that.😃
That Mars Attacks! picture shown in the beginning of the video is amazing!
It was a gift, Love it!
great video - I actually didn't know that so many Atari flashback consoles had been released and I also didn't know that more were planned - its great that the 2600 platform is backed like this - however, I must admit that I think they should also release both an Atari ST - and/or any of the 8bit models maybe the Atari 800 :-) however maybe they don't have to make the last one here in 'real size' but I would definitely get a 'recreated' Atari ST or Atari 800 if they ever made one.
There was a mini C64 and Amiga, even a maxi c64. Not sure if the ST or Atari 8-bit line would be as successful. How about a mini 5200?
The 2004 Jakks Pacific plug and play stick is really nice and well built. Fits well in the hand, nice texturing on it, feels just right, and has ten good games built right into it even with it being a NES on a chip version.
Not bad but I think the handle is too hard. The original controllers had a softer rubber coating which makes them more comfortable for extended play.
According to Atariage Atari 2600 cartridges can now go up to 4 megabytes in rom size.
So imagine what games they could make now on the 2600?
That's a lot of bank switching!
I have the Atari 2600 preordered. Can't wait. I also preordered a second joystick controller and a set of paddles.
I have per-ordered mine as well. I have a few things I would like to test out. Hopefully we will get them next month :-)
@@300BaudStudios Amen! As soon as I saw GenXGrownUp's video on it, I preordered it right away. I did it just in case if those damn scalpers start jumping all over them and the accessories. I'm tired of those greedy dicks ruining everything for everyone. They just never learn.
Great vid. I learned a lot.
Thanks ;-)
There was also a very small narrow unit for composite which looked like a long paddle but had internal games.
I have one. Unfortunately I tossed the packaging but it plays quite nice. I will pull it out some time ;-)
I just got a 2600+. I really like it! Granted, I don't have any old cartridges, but I was able to get Berzerk and Mr. Run and Jump, as well as the four game paddle pack, though I'm still waiting for the paddle pack. I've only tried Missile Command and Berzerk so far, but they played fantastically. I also just got a Flashback 12 Gold, and now have over 900 games on it. The joysticks with the FB12G aren't as good of quality as the one with the 2600+, but they still work well.
And I see you have a Flashback 2. I have one of those. Got it when they originally came out in 2005. I've had a lot of fun playing Missile Command on that too! I never bothered modding it to use cartridges, as again, I don't have any old ones, but that you could if you wanted to is what's pretty neat about the FB 2. And that it uses an actual recreation of the Atari 2600 board rather than emulation is pretty nice too.
Good to hear that you are enjoying your Atari 2600+. I would really like to see Atari publish more game pack for those who do not have many cartridges in their collection as well as some new 7800 games and dedicated controller.
@@300BaudStudios It'd be great if they did that. I'd venture to say that most of us who had a 2600 and/or 7800 as kids no longer have our cartridges, so it would be fantastic for them to do so. Even more multi-game cartridges similar to the one that comes with it. They could have category specific multi-game cartridges. Hopefully they realize what they have on their hands and the desire of so many of us Gen-Xers and younger Boomers to play those old games on a system like this.
@@PitfallHarry72 Licensing will be an issue for these old game as the 'property', think Raiders of the Lost Ark, is worth more than the 8kb or so of code.
Ataris name was prostituted for years. But, the 2600+ looks like something I need.
It is nic3 to see Atari returning to its roots ;-)
What I didn’t care for with the flashback consoles were you are stuck with the games included (until flashback 9 came out). And even then, the paddle controls aren’t accurate and laggy. The joystick games are a little laggy as well but tolerable. I’m excited for the 2600+ because it has the look and hopefully the feel as well of the original console. The metal switches look so much better than the push buttons. Also the design of the flashback joysticks always felt too “loose” compared to original ones. That’s always bothered me. So hopefully they aren’t like the newer redesigned joysticks like the flashback and Retron ones. They work well, but they just don’t feel the same as the classic! Super excited about the 7800 compatibility too!!! I pre-ordered mine on day one!
Very cool. I'm sure you'll love it. With it being emulation you can't go wrong.
I hope you got your system and are as happy with it as I am with mine. The addition of the 7800 compatibility is huge!
I have the Retron 77 and it’s great but it doesn’t use third party controllers like the Tron controller or trackball. I hope we can use these controllers with. The 2600 plus.
I don't know about the Tron controller but I will be testing the 2600+ out with a trak-ball.
Fun video.I liked the flashback phone also. We had a rotary dial phone when I was a kid, but I am pretty sure black was the only option then.
I just got the 2600+ as well as a GSP!
Consider adding Atari flashback X to your collection. It's best of all of them for many reasons
Definatly worth concidering, althow collecting Flashback systems was never my intention; it just kinda happened.
@@300BaudStudios same here but I had few also and all of them seemed pants vs Flashback X what has the look and can be easily flashed to run also different Atari systems. Kind regards
You should get your hands on the Atari Flashback Portable. That's a nice little handheld 2600 with an SD card slot.
I have looked at them several time but never picked one up. I can't figure out why they need so many buttons!
@300BaudStudios if it's the one I'm thinking of it's just at games reusing casings from their mega drive portable emulators hence the buttons
I'm not really the market for the Plus, but I wish they'd include 5200 compatability somehow. I assume a big issue is the controller
The system is likely powerful enough to emulate the 5200 but the cartridge port is different as well as the controller layout and pinout.
Two notes...
-Both systems will play both cartridges.
-You can use the old cartridges in the new console.
That is correct. And the recently published games, like the enhanced Brezerk, play on old and new hardware :-)
The Atari 7800 has the capability to create NES quality games, it just didn’t have the dev support, if developers pull out all the tricks using today’s knowledge, I’m sure we can see some genuinely great games.
The 7800 was very good at pushing sprites so games like Robotron were possible. Things may have turned out differently if it had been released sooner.
it would be nice hear what other carts they plan release in future
I would really like to see them release more 7800 titles as it is much more powerful than the 2600.
Will the Starpath Supercharger and/or the Keyboard work with the Atari 2600+? What do you think?
Unfortunately no :-(
This is a cool system and ideal for a friend of mine wanting to get into the old Atari scene. I'm not too excited on the 2600 capability of it as I already have a lovely RGB modded Sears Video Arcade with a Plus Cart for the full library experience BUT.. the 7800 capabilities are certainly tugging on the wallet for me... not played much 7800 outside of the compatible ROMs on handheld so this machine and pricetag makes more sense than a legit 7800 which may or may not work etc. Will this thing run the likes of Harmony I wonder?
I just got mine last week and really enjoy it. I expect most published 7800 games to work, but don't expect homebrews to work.
The harmony, starpath, and carat with additional hardware don't work either.
I'm on the fence. I have my Vader system hooked up via coax to a 77" lg oled and it looks and plays great. I like the original stuff but can't hook up my 7800 because it's composite modded.
I just got my 2600+ last week and am very happy with it. I plan to do a second video covering the 7800 compatibility.
have you heard of the Atari Game Station Pro?
I have. Seems like Atari did the licensee a bit dirty by releasing the 2600+. But, they are intendid for different markets. The GSP is simular the the flashback in that it comes bundeled with many games ready to play. The 2600+ is for old folks like me who already have a collection of games and want to re-experiance buying a new Atari :-)
I have the Atari plug n play. Had it for a long time. Still works. I've seen some pretty cool systems. I'm looking at getting a used 2600 just as a project to mod and recap.
I have an AV kit to install. Not sure about the need to recap as components were high quality back n in the day.
@@300BaudStudios I recap my Commadore 64's. Supposed to boost performance quality. But seriously most caps I remove and check are ok.
wow i rember playing with that pet when i was inm high school 1983
My school had an Apple II and an Atari 400 in the math room. I stayed after school to type in basic programs on the 400 while the others played Castle Wolfenstien on the Apple. I remember them flipping the power on and off quickly when they got shot because the game would keep going; hard on the computer!
Am fine with all my atari collection including the flashback systems i own 😁
Same here!
Thank you for giving the 2600 some love. Kaboom, with clean OEM paddles, will indoctriate any 8 year in my experience. 4 player warlords or medieval Mayhew will convert millennials into fans.
Warlords on the 2600 doesn't look like much but what a party game!
So I have gone back and forth with this thought also. I like the flash backs that at least look like the atari. I don't like the ones with the round buttons? I'm still on the fence if I'm going to get the 2600+
Check out my new video, both the 2600+ and the Gamestation Pro, as it might help you on your decision ;-)
Im excited for the same reasons.... i have harmony cart.... ill let you know if i remember
I dont have one as I wanted to get someting for the 7800; which I don't believe exists.
I have a humongous question. I pre-ordered the 2600+ having both 7800 and 2600 as well. I am also happy to know the old 2600 controllers will work
My question is 7800 controllers working, as well. The new console plays 7800 carts, bit those games run with 2 side buttons. So running some games on the new pre-order controller may show up limitations. I do have the European gamepad and I'll know in November if that works as well. Nervous about lag. And are any of your flashback consoles lag free?
I suspect the 2600+ will require 7800 controllers for games that need 2 button input. I plan to test the 2600+ with several controllers when my pre-ordered unit arrives. As far as lag, the flashbacks are terrible with paddle controllers but everything else is good.
@300BaudStudios I bought 3 CX-78 joypads in anticipation. The North America joysticks are not the highest desirable one of choice. But the new Atari might just surprise us with a new modern awesome one fixing all the complaints. But yes, though, unconfirmed I think the one button CX-40 doesn't seem like it would be much good. Hoping!
Will the 2600+ be able to play driving games? I looked it up on the website but there's no info nor can you buy driving paddles. Any info would be appreciated...
I don't know. I have Enduro, Night Driver, and Indy 500 to try out so we will just have to wait and see.
I am super excited about the direction the company it taking. Long live Atari!
Looking forward to some cool stuff coming out!
If it has Robotron 2084 on it, I think you should get it. I don't know if it does.
It doesn't, but the original Robotron 2084 cartridges are confirmed to work on the Atari 2600+.
Hopefully they will release new enhanced versions of other games, like they are doing with Berzerk.
@@Rocket1377 So Robotron 2084 5200 and 7800 will work on this 2600 thing? And why is it so hard for Robotron to get an Official Release in 2023?
@@keepdreamin Only the 7800 version of Robotron is compatible with this console. The 5200 is a completely different hardware architecture. Atari would have to go to Warner Bros. and get a license to redistribute Robotron 2084 on this new system, unless they somehow still have the licensing agreement still in effect for the home version of Robotron 2084, from the 1980s.
@@brettneville2351 Well, why hasn't Waner Bros ever released Robotron 2084 on a modern console like PS5 before? What is the hold up? it's been DECADES and still NO CHANGE!
@@brettneville2351 Why hasn't Warner Bros RELEASED Robotron 2084 on a MODERN console like PS5 yet?
The flashback 9 gold is the best one to have. I was lucky to get one cheap
Agreed! It is the last one I purchased. Completely skipped the 10 despite the fact it has a stronger resemblance to the 2600.
I remember having nintendo famicom that have a gun its allot better then arari it have better graphic and the gun add more fun but i remember have it in the early 1990's at that time there was super nintendo and i didnt know because there was no internet
Nintendo did a good job with the Famicom/NES. The games were more of an investment for gamers as they introduced a storyline, think of all the rolling text, as well as long game play. The 2600 came from the late 70's and the 7800 from the early 80's which was a different time. I have always been an Atari fan because of the fast paced arcade action; pure adrinaline!
I think the 2600jr design should also be an option
Atari could also do a 7800 styled case as well.
Great collection!
Just part of it. Stay tuned for more ;-)
I'm really stoked about this machine! But if it ends up not working with my Harmony cart, I'm better off sticking to my Retron 77 since they are both emulators anyway. keeping my fingers crossed anyway. 🤞
I don't know about the harmony but the 2600+ will play 7800 carts.
The only Flashback I have is #7 and I've only found myself good at very few games. As for the new one, I no longer have my cartridges, so I'll only be interested if Atari is also planning the correct re releases, IF any at all
It is getting harder and more expensive to purchaser vintage hardware. Let's hope that they get into publishing new games.
@@300BaudStudiosI don't necessarily mean vintage. More like once again beginning to manufacture so you can buy it as if it were new. Making it again today
Wired joysticks good, wired paddle controllers good, I want a rollerball controller so I can play Centipede properly. Originals don't work on Flashback systems.
The CX22 Trackball works. I will test the CX80 soon.
I have two 4 switch ones and the heavy 6. One is from my 70s childhood. I have probably 120 cartridges but really only play about 25 of those. I have flashback 2 and 9. I play 9 on my modern big tv and I did download all the roms. I grew up with Atari and am NOT one of the people in love with switching out cartridges. I am not interested in the Atari + at this point since I have more than enough ways to play. What I wish I had is an Atari controller that could be plugged in to modern systems like Xbox and Switch.
Great video.
Thanks for the complement. Our collections are very similar but I have the light 6 :-( I plan to release a video shortly taking a look at the games I have in my collection. Should be fun as I have not played with them in years.
@@300BaudStudios Moon Patrol!!! My mother swore the music in that would send her to an early grave. I still him it regularly. The summer of 83 I spent with that, Cosmic Arc, Pong, Combat and Real Sports Baseball. And those are still in my top favorites. I think people only gripe about Atari Baseball games because they were hard and I don't think young players today are willing to "waste" the time to get the knack of them. When you get good at Real sports Baseball it is pretty awesome, imo. Also I don't think people realize most of we kids back then only owned a few games...I only had about 8 until I was able to drive to yard sales back in the late 80s...then i racked up!!! By about '98 you could get games and systems for literally next to nothing at yard sales...the good old days before internet resellers... LoL
Ok, let me tell you about the hidden psycological impact of the Atari 2600 that´s not talked about
which translates to it being such an amazing system/unit:
2600 games are iconic because they leave room for imagination by being LEGO like.
I personally love the big playfield graphics for being what it is! from repeated to mirored to asymetrical.
And we all know LEGO is one of the most beloved toys in the world.
So that´s an Atari 2600 exotic charm!
its carefully picked 128 color palette is also an eye catcher.
I personally don´t care about the 7800 games (but that´s just me)
So let the 2600 homebrews abound like the sand of the sea :D
I´ll be buying the 2600+ for sure!
That is a great analogy! The 2600's simplicity also made for an extremely flexible system as well. Other than a bit better graphics on newer systems such as the intellivision and 5200, many of the games played exactly the same as the lowly 2600 back in the day.
Does it have battle zone?
The 2600+ does not come with built in games. The Game Station pro has several built in games but does not include Battlezone, 2600 or Arcade versions, nor Robot Tank :-( But you can side load it with the Micro SD slot :-)
How do all of your thıngs, ıncludıng the 2600, look brand new???
Good question! I believe it comes down to 2 things; the age of the item and when it was purchased. Many of the items in my collection came from a time when computing was new. Back in the 80's it was not uncommon for a family to buy a home computer or video game console only to find that it was either to difficult to use or simply not what they expected so it ended up back in the box stored in a closet for a few years until it eventually found itself in a yardsell. I just happened to be collecting during the 90'S which was the best time to buy 80's equipment; it was cheap and plentyfull. At the time you could actually buy an Amiga 2000 computer with the keyboard and mouse for what you would now pay for a single key on a parted out busted up keyboard on fleabay. Some of the items in my collection, such as Amigas have gotten a lot of use while other have not; such as pristien Atari 8-bit computers which I will feature on this channel so stay tuned :-)
@@300BaudStudios sounds good!
What about a Retron 77 ?
I never took much interest in the Retron 77, doesn't look like an Atari, but the Coleco Gemini doesn't either but for some reason I still want one ;-)
Avoid the Gemini. Felt cheap and poorly made. Mine broke completely (i.e. not just the crappy controllers) after six weeks...and that was 40 years ago. Never replaced it, nor had any desire too.
you better get gamestation pro which has micro sd card slot and 2 controllers with paddles controllers on them for a low price
I purchased both and plan to do a sided by side comparison when the Atari 2600+ arrives in the mail.
If youre in on the 2600+ does that mean you will pass on the MyArcade Atari Gamestation? Both systems seem to have pros and cons but the 2600+ is far superior
I may be wrong, but I don't believe the Gamestation has a cartridge port. Good looking system, reminds me of the 5200. Not being true to the original VCS design allows for a bit more freedom, like rollers for paddle games built into the controller.
@@300BaudStudios it's snazzy but it doesn't resemble any existing console to me. It's plug and play. No cartridge slot. Not sure if it has an SD slot or not
I really dont see any reason the Harmony wont work.... as a matter of fact, i bet it will run 7800 roms... 🤞
Unfortunately the Harmony doesn't work. Nor with the Starpath Supercharger or carts with special chips.
I will get one
Has you received you 2600+?
Not yet what kind of power brick should I get ??@@300BaudStudios
Why would you buy it? *Because you're a Atari fan.*
😂😂
True, my kids wont play it; but I will ;-)
Why do we need the Atari Plus when the Atari Gamestation is being released in November with about 200 games. !! The Atari Gamestation will have 2600, 5200, 7800 plus some Data East Titles plus Arcade titles. You made great suggestions !!!
I want the true retro experience of slapping in cartridges. We cannot do that with the Gamestation. The look and feel of a retro console is just as important as the gameplay, it's all about replicating that early 80s gaming time period that I missed out on.
I have both systems and find they they are for very different audiences; or crazy nuts like me.
Flashbacks are useless. Stuck using their garbage joysticks (or no menu home buttons). The menus are slow and laggy ... in general just an awful experience. The Retron 77 lacks a little polish, but functionally waaayyy better. Evercade has nice Atari options as well (Atari Collection I and II (2600/7800), Lynx Collection I and II, & Atari Arcade collection). With the Retron or Evercade the controller options are way better than any Flashback - - and both have superior build quality + other features. The Flashback series is pretty low rent. Already pre-ordered the 2600+
I have no experience with the Retron or Evercade. But if I was to choose it would likely be the Evercade as I like the idea of game packs.
It is a bummer that they didn't use the original heavy sixer shell wieh the beautiful round lines for this new 2600+ . :(
You are not the only person to have said that.
@@300BaudStudios I am searching for a broken heavy sixer it at least the shell. I need only the bottom part, the all other parts can be used from the light sixer. But no luck. :(
Someone should at leat make 3D models for the parts. :)
when he wras around the cable around the Atari he will have those marks on it maybe, disgusting.
Good point, Ataris are surprisinly tought.
It's not another flashback, it's arguably worse. I see some cartridges being sold on Amazon for the new unit, and they're wanting £25 a game. Who is going to pay that for old Atari games these days? Ridiculous. Honestly, the Flashbacks were better. They shipped with tons of games. They weren't cosmetically accurate, but more games ='s more fun.
Valid point you make as the 2600+ only comes with 10 games. It is really intended for those who already have a collection of games. If you just want to play games the Flashback 9 with the SD slot works great!
But even as a way to play who have a collection of games it's a fail. Original units are not hard to find. I have a heavy 6. Those things don't seem to even break! Given the 2600 is a niche thing anyway, and that the Flashbacks have happened, other than an initial show of interest, this thing can't possibly have legs. Especially not at $25 a game when buying them new today.@@300BaudStudios
Don't waste money on trash 😊😮
But if you like Atari go for it!
there are some gripes from many 2600 fans that the 2600+ system is basically a emulation machine.
No gripes here. Emulation will allow for improvements.
@@300BaudStudios too many just want the real deal not emulation
Atari releases an emulator to emulate their own games... weird but okay.
Finally I can sell my original 2600 and get the 2600+. Emulation sold me on this one.
They had to, because the original hardware is incompatible with modern tvs. Other game companies have had to take a similar approach.
Sega Saturn games, for example, are notoriously difficult to port to modern systems due to how the original console was built. Emulating them is the only way to go, and even that is a difficult task.
But it looks so good!