Atari is diving back into the nostalgia of the 80s with the announcement of the Atari 7800+, a reimagined version of the beloved home console first released in 1986. Set to launch in winter 2024, the Atari 7800+ doesn’t just mimic the original; it’s a full-fledged throwback that brings retro gaming into the modern era with HDMI compatibility, allowing you to plug it into your TV setup effortlessly!
This sleek little device comes bundled with a new wireless CX78+ Gamepad, an upgrade to the original 7800 controller, and Bentley Bear’s Crystal Quest, a fresh take on the classic Crystal Castles. That’s right, Bentley Bear’s back, and he’s ready to take on more adventures in a specially designed 7800 cartridge that’ll make you feel like it’s 1986 all over again.
Atari fans will appreciate that the 7800+ can play both Atari 2600 and 7800 game cartridges, offering near-perfect compatibility with your favorite games from back in the day.
Whether you prefer widescreen or the classic 4:3 window size, this console has got you covered. The package includes a USB-C charging cable, though you’ll need to provide your own power adapter.
Adding to the Atari+ platform’s lineup, two new wireless controllers are making their debut alongside the console. The $34.99 CX78+ Wireless Gamepad is a nod to the original 7800 controller, featuring a directional D-Pad and a removable thumbstick.
Thanks to the included DB9 wireless adapter, it connects wirelessly to the new 7800+ and 2600+ consoles and the original Atari hardware. And if that’s not enough, it also comes with a USB-C adapter for PC play.
For those who crave the one-button simplicity of old-school gaming, the $34.99 CX40+ Wireless Joystick also joins the fray. This controller stays true to the iconic design of the original CX40, allowing you to relive the joystick glory days—now without the wires.
It’s also compatible with modern and original Atari hardware, and, like the Gamepad, it includes a USB-C adapter for PC compatibility.
But that’s not all. Atari is also rolling out ten new game cartridges, including official releases of popular homebrew games and three multi-game cartridges for the 2600+.
These new titles, priced at $29.99 each, come with color-printed manuals and are set to hit mass retail, ensuring that your retro gaming collection stays fresh and exciting.
The new 7800+ titles bring back some old favorites with a twist. Asteroids Deluxe is back with new gameplay mechanics and intense two-player modes.
Bounty Bob Strikes Back! offers even more caves to explore in this sequel to the cult classic Miner 2049er. Bentley Bear’s Crystal Quest returns, offering everything a platforming fan could want and then some.
Fans of arcade classics will be thrilled with Berzerk, now with that familiar Evil Otto grin, and Frenzy, which ramps up the chaos from Berzerk’s sequel.
Space Duel, making its first-ever appearance on a 7800 cartridge, features unique two-player action that tethers spaceships together for a new kind of interdependent gameplay.
Meanwhile, the Atari 2600+ isn’t left out in the cold. Caverns of Mars takes the Atari 8-bit classic and gives it a new life on cartridge, with new challenges and a save feature.
The Epyx Game Collection combines the best of EPYX’s sports games, while the M Network Collection packs in fast-paced action with titles like Armor Ambush and Astroblast.
The RealSports Collection brings together Atari’s classic sports games, including the never-before-released RealSports Basketball.
Atari is back in the game, and it’s doing it with style. Whether you’re dusting off your old cartridges or diving into new ones, the Atari 7800+ and its companion hardware offer a seamless blend of nostalgia and modern convenience.
Don’t miss your chance to relive the golden age of gaming—pre-order the Atari 7800+ today and get ready to game like it’s 1986!
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