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  1. Atari Systems

    1. Atari General

      A general discussion for Atari-related topics that aren't covered by a specific Atari console or computer forum.

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    2. Atari 2600

      The Atari 2600 is the system that started it all for Atari, and is by far the most popular classic gaming console. This forum covers all 2600 systems produced by Atari, as well as 2600-compatible consoles produced by third-parties.

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    3. Atari 5200

      The Atari 5200 was Atari's second cartridge-based game console. Based on the Atari 8-bit computer line and labeled the "SuperSystem", the 5200 was Atari's answer to growing competition in a market they were losing control over.

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    4. Atari 7800

      The Atari 7800 ProSystem is a contemporary of the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Sega Master System. Based on extensive feedback from Atari customers, the 7800 features a streamlined design, backward compatibility with the 2600, a powerful graphics processor, and simplified controllers.

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    5. Atari Lynx

      Lynx was Atari's first portable game system, and world's first color handheld. It was designed by Epyx and the engineers who created the Amiga. Ahead of its time, the Lynx sported a backlit color screen, stereo sound (in model 2) and an impressive range of games. Check out our rarity guide or explore many games listed on Atari Gamer.

       

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    6. Atari Jaguar

      Atari's last game console, the Atari Jaguar represented a huge leap in technology from previous offerings. Featuring a 64-bit architecture, the Jaguar had great potential, but its power was difficult to tap. Even then, many great games were released and the Jaguar has an avid fan base today.

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    7. Atari VCS

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

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    8. Dedicated Systems

      Before Atari produced the famous 2600, they created many standalone consoles such as Pong, Speedway, and Stunt Cycle. Recently, Atari has been creating new dedicated consoles, such as the Atari Flashback.

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    9. Atari 8-Bit Computers

      Atari's original 8-bit computer line, featuring the Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series of computers. Powerful and well-engineered, the Atari 8-bit computers are still popular with fans today!

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    10. Atari ST/TT/Falcon Computers

      Atari's next generation computer line, the Atari ST computers were based on the Motorola 68000 series chips, the same as the Macintosh at the time. The ST would also be followed by the TT and Falcon.

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    11. Atari Portfolio

      The Atari Portfolio is a palmtop, IBM PC-compatible portable computer released by Atari in 1989, the world's first palmtop computer!

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  2. Classic Consoles

    1. Classic Console Discussion

      Discussion of classic gaming consoles outside the Atari realm.

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    2. ColecoVision / Adam

      Coleco launched the ColecoVision in 1982, with the console quickly becoming popular due to its library of arcade ports. The ColecoVision has a large homebrew following today.

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    3. Intellivision / Aquarius

      This forum is for discussion of the Mattel Intellivision, Atari's primary competitor against the 2600, as well as the Mattel Aquarius computer. Intellivision systems include the original Intellivision, Intellivision II, INTV III, and the Sears Super Video Arcade.

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    4. Bally Arcade/Astrocade

      Discussion forum for the Bally Arcade/Astrocade console.

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    5. Odyssey 2 / Videopac

      Discussion revolving around the Odyssey 2 / Videopac G7000/G7400

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    6. Vectrex

      Discuss the world's only vector-based video game console here!

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    7. Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) / Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's first cartridge-based system, the NES, here!

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    8. Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) / Super Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's second cartridge based system here!

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    9. Sega Genesis

      Sega's popular fourth-generation 16-bit system, would ultimately compete head-to-head with the Super Nintendo.

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    10. 3DO Interactive Multiplayer

      Discussion forum for the 3DO console and the unreleased Panasonic M2

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    11. Dreamcast

      Discussion for the SEGA Dreamcast console.

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    12. SMS High Score Club

      Join the Sega Master System High Score Club today!

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    13. TG-16/PC Engine High Score Club

      Compete for high scores on the TurboGrafx-16 and PC Engine!

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  3. Classic Computing

    1. Classic Computing Discussion

      Use this forum to discuss the plethora of classic computers outside of Atari 8-bit offerings. These include the Apple II, Commodore 64/128, Amiga, TI 99/4a, MSX, TRS-80 and others.

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    2. Apple II Computers

      Discussion for Apple's 8-bit computer line.

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    3. TI-99/4A Computers

      Discussion for TI-99/4A Computers

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    4. Commodore 8-bit Computers

      Discussion for Commodore PET, Vic-20, Commodore 64, Commodore 128, and other 8-bit Commodore systems.

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    5. Commodore Amiga

      Discussion for Amiga Computers, CDTV, and CD32

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    6. Tandy Computers

      Discussion for Tandy computers, including the TRS-80 Models I, II, III, and 4, Color Computers, and Model 100.

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  4. Modern Consoles

    1. Modern Gaming Discussion

      This forum is for discussion of all modern game systems, including gaming on consoles and computers.

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    2. Sony Playstation 5

      Discuss Sony's Playstation 5 console here!

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    3. Xbox Series S/X

      Discuss Microsoft's latest Xbox Series S and X consoles here!

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    4. Atari VCS (Redirect)   (8,534 visits to this link)

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

    5. Nintendo Switch

      Discussion about Nintendo's latest game console and games.

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    6. Microsoft Xbox One

      Discussion forum for the Xbox One.

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    7. Sony PlayStation 4

      Talk about the Sony Playstation 4 here.

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    8. Microsoft Xbox 360

      Discussion about the Microsoft Xbox 360 (not including the original Xbox).

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    9. Sony Playstation 3

      Please discuss the Sony Playstation 3 and games here.

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    10. Nintendo Wii / Wii U

      Discussion forum for the Nintendo Wii and Wii U consoles and games.

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  5. Gaming General

    1. Gaming General Discussion

      Gaming discussion not covered by other specific gaming forums.

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    2. Arcade and Pinball

      Many of us grew up pumping quarters into arcade games, and here's where you can discuss all your favorites. From Pong to Pinball to the latest arcade games, if it has a coin slot, then you're at the right place!

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    3. Emulation

      Emulators allow you to experience classic games on modern PCs (and other devices!) Discuss the latest emulator developments and ask questions about emulation here!

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    4. Hardware

      This forum is for discussion of hardware at a more technical level than you'll find in the other forums. If you have a hardware question you'd like to ask or have some interesting knowledge you'd like to share with others, post it here!

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    5. Prototypes

      Ever wondered about all those games that were announced but never released? Or games that have been discovered over the years that no one even knew existed? Or have you discovered a new prototype that no one's seen yet? Here's the place to talk about prototype games, led by Tempest of AtariProtos.com.

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    6. Gaming Publications and Websites

      This forum is for discussion of gaming related magazines, books, websites, and other publications.

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    7. International

      Internacional - Internazionale - Internationaal - Internasjonal - This forum is for discussion of classic and modern gaming in languages other than English.

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  6. Marketplace

    1. Buy, Sell, and Trade

      Please use this forum as a tool to buy, sell, and trade games and hardware.

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    2. Auction Central

      Use this forum to discuss auctions on eBay. Have something up for auction you'd like to share? Post it here! You can also highlight amusing, off-the-wall, or interesting auctions that others may want to hear about!

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    3. Wanted

      Use this forum to post a list of the gaming hardware and software you're looking for!

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    4. Free Games and More

      Spreading the Love with Free Games and other items.

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    5. User Feedback Forum

      Please use this forum to leave feedback about other users on AtariAge that you've had good and/or bad experiences with. Please read the sticky at the top of this forum before posting!

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  7. Community

    1. Events

      Use this forum to discuss gaming events of all types, including expos revolving around classic gaming, events catering to modern systems, arcade expos, and local gatherings of collectors getting together or a day of gaming.

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    2. Show Us Your Collection!

      If you're a repeat visitor to AtariAge, it's likely you also collect classic games and systems. Here's your chance to show off to the rest of the community your collection!

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    3. Member Blogs

      As members update their Blogs, messages will be posted in this forum so you can more easily keep tabs on who's writing what!

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    4. High Score Clubs

      Participate in high score contests for your favorite systems!

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    5. Poll Forum

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    6. Contests

      These forums are for discussing and participating in contests started by AtariAge, contests run by forum members, and of course, the weekly High Score Contests!

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    7. User Groups

      This forum and its subforums are for classic gaming and computing user groups. Find people in your area who share your love of this hobby!

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    8. AtariAge News Discussion

      Discuss news posted on the front page of AtariAge!

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    9. User Submitted News

      Please submit classic gaming news here!

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  8. Game Programming

    1. Homebrew Discussion

      Here you can talk about homebrew games that don't have their own forums allocated (which will be most of them). Have an idea for a game that you'd like to see someone program? Are you programming a game and want some feedback? Discuss it here!

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    2. Programming

      The programming forums are technical discussions of programming various classic gaming consoles. The more popular consoles have their own dedicated programing forums, so please only use this forum for topics that fall outside of those forums.

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    3. Hacks

      A hack is an existing game that has somehow been modifed in terms of graphics, colors, sounds, and/or gameplay. If you've modified a game and would like to share it with others, or have an idea for a modification you'd like to see done to an existing game, you can discuss it here.

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  9. Site

    1. Announcements

      Important site or forum-related announcements will be posted here. If you see a new announcement, please stop by to read it!

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    2. Forum Questions and Answers

      Have a question about how to use the forum?  Ask here and others can answer (including admins and mods!)  

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    3. AtariAge Store Discussion

      We'll post announcements about the AtariAge Store here, and you can also post your questions and comments about the store in this forum as well.

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    4. Site and Forum Feedback

      Do you have suggestions for how AtariAge can be improved? Please post them here, as well as criticisms, and kudos about the web site!

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    5. Rarity Guide

      The AtariAge Rarity Guide is a living, breathing document! If you have feedback regarding rarity guide values and the database in general, please discuss it here!

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    6. Archived Forums

      Resting place for forums that have have run their course and are archived here for reference.

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  • Recent Status Updates

    • RetroSonicHero

      RetroSonicHero

      Hot take: upscaling 3D PS1/Saturn/N64 games to high resolutions on emulators does not look better, and actually leads to artistic inconsistency.
       
      The low resolution of the games helped hide some of the shortcomings, such as low poly models and low detail textures. Upscaling these games to HD only accentuates these problems, and makes the games look artistically incoherent. On one hand, you have a super high resolution game. On the other hand, the textures are so low resolution that you can count the pixels. It doesn't look natural at all.
       
      Edit: This also doesn't include other stuff such as lighting and basic environment detail. Which can also look very odd and baren at high resolutions.
      1. Razzie.P

        Razzie.P

        They always looked like ass, and that just makes them like upscaled ass.
         
        "Upscaled ass" could be a Billy Joel song
      2. RetroSonicHero

        RetroSonicHero

        Artistic direction is a very underrated part of game design. The best example is Ridge Racer Type 4 on PS1. It's a game that still manages to look aesthetically pleasing to this day thanks to clever tricks such as shading and baked shadow textures. 
         
        It's definitely the best looking game on the PS1. Metal Gear Solid is probably number 2.
    • dudeguy

      dudeguy

      I was up late but I managed to come up with a formula for determining how much I need to sell a game for on eBay to walk away, breaking even, adjusted for inflation. I kept track of a lot of the games prices of what I originally paid for. Many of them I will have to just ballpark it. I'll come out either ahead or break even on a good chunk of my games, and lose my shirt on a handful of them. it's sad but unfortunately, life happens and bills need to get paid. I haven't touched a video game in months, it's just money sitting around collecting dust at this point. gonna take a long time to go through all of it
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    • Charlie Cat

      Charlie Cat

      Jon trying to get a date Garfield? 
       

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    • 7800Knight

      7800Knight

      Little Chocolate Donuts!
       
       
      1. RB5200

        RB5200

        Prefer little powdered donuts
      2. Hwlngmad

        Hwlngmad

        The greatest advertisement for donuts ever.
          • Like 1
    • x=usr(1536)

      x=usr(1536)

      The way that people talk about not being able to unsee something or require eyebleach is really amusing.  Right up to the point where you view something for yourself that nobody should ever have to.
       
      Evil is real and the people who practice it do not deserve breath.
      1. doctorclu

        doctorclu

        Wow, whatever you saw, I'm sorry with you.
         
        There is some evil in this world.  Realized a different type tonight and in that I understand.
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      2. x=usr(1536)

        x=usr(1536)

        I can't go into details because there is an ongoing investigation, but I have two words that describe the situation: human trafficking.
      3. doctorclu

        doctorclu

        Happens a lot in this world.  So much so my work has a class on what to do when encountering a company we work with that has ties to such activity (and how to look for it). 
      4. r_chase

        r_chase

        Reading through this thread and I gotta say: "Shit, that is indeed fucked up."

  • Recent Posts

    • humeur
      Innermost Secrets Of TI-99/4A by Randy Holcomb

      By humeur · Posted

      ou also have the solution from your phone   Tu as aussi la solution depuis ton téléphone   jl
    • iamscuba2
      Games that currently don't seem to work on the 400 mini

      By iamscuba2 · Posted

      I have no sound when playing Q-Bert
    • shane857
      The Official NEO-GEO Thread!

      By shane857 · Posted

      Very interesting handheld. I have a few handhelds in my collection like the psp, a gameboy advance sp, with lps screen mod and an evercade. Maybe I'll pick one up in the future... I mainly play games on consoles now thou as apposed to handhelds.
    • Tursi
      Playing VGM files in XB (?)

      By Tursi · Posted

      I'll give these a try! As for the SYNTAX ERROR, you'll probably find all you needed was to insert a CALL INIT before calling CALL LOAD.   (Edit) Impressive amount of work there! The Megaman sprite looks great, too!  
    • TampaBay
      What other Atari game(-franchises) do you think should get the VCTR-SCTR treatment?

      By TampaBay · Posted

      There's probably some magic they could work with some of the driving / racing games.  At each "Extended Play Checkpoint" you could transition to a different game (preferrably a "newer" game of the next generation with enhanced graphics and gameplay).  I'd play that in a second!
    • stud33heisman
      TIPI Usage and Support

      By stud33heisman · Posted

      Tried both ways without any success.  Today when I attempted it I got a Run Windows Diagnostic box so went ahead and ran it to see what it said.  First it says: "The remote device or resource won't accept the connection. " Then when that text is highlighted it says: "The device or resource (IP Address) is not set up to accept connections on port "The file and printer sharing (SMB)".   From the command prompt I get the following when typing in ping (ip address):  reply from (ip address): destination port unreachable when typing ping tipi: reply from (ip address): destination port unavailable ping tipi.local gives a "could not find host" After running the sudo systemctl command I received the following:  WARNING: terminal is not fully functional - (press RETURN) Unit TIPI.service could not be found   I feel like it is probably something simple I have overlooked or failed to do, but having gone over things multiple times I am probably missing the forest for the trees so to speak 😅   Thanks for all your help guys!
    • shane857
      What Atari 2600/7800 game have you been playing the most today?

      By shane857 · Posted

      Yeh, It's me! 😂
    • tripletopper
      Is an INTV2 -> INTVFB cable considered "bidirectional"?

      By tripletopper · Posted

      I heard an INTV2 to INTVFB cable from 8bitwidgets.com is bidirectional.   I heard the Flashback makers (At Games) confused the male and female numbering which are horizontal mirror images of each other.   If that's true then a retrogameboyz.com joystick or adapter should work with a flashback modded INTV1.   Just checking my facts.
    • shane857
      What Atari 2600/7800 game have you been playing the most today?

      By shane857 · Posted

      They should have added more 1 player variations against CPU opponent.
    • Razzie.P
      Yars Rising, Atari's Metroid Dread moment!

      By Razzie.P · Posted

      I'm excited to see what they do with it too, but I'm a pretty big WayForward fan, so they usually have me at hello.    You do know it's WayForward, right?  You had some pretty negative crap talking going on about them when I brought them up recently in a different topic.  You quickly edited your comments and make it much softer, but yeah, I got the impression you didn't think much of them at all -- slapping Atari on there change that for some reason?  🤣   I wouldn't count on it.  I figure that's gonna be a "what we see is what we get" kind of thing.  I don't mind it though, but I can see how it would be poorly received by some of the OG fans since it seems to cater to a different demographic, I think.   Yeah, I hope it rocks.  But... higher than a 10?

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