Bill Loguidice Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I'm not really interested in playing games with it, but I think the AtariBox Joystick design is a good thing. As long as it is an optional controller, it will be a nice variation from all the other gamepads out there. This will also give them something (else) distinctive for their image. I think all of us have had an experience when you show your collection to someone in their 40s or 50s. They see a CX-40 for the first time in 30 years, and they pretty much all have to go pick it up and hold it. It was smart to capitalize on that nostalgia. I agree that this is a smart move and they'll need to do more things like this to move the needle. In fact, of all the things announced, they probably got the most positive buzz from the basic look of the console. This joystick thing is like their second real win. I would double-down on this strategy, particularly if other differentiators aren't really there. As for the joystick itself, it will almost certainly be optional or something that's just included with a specific Indiegogo bundle, in addition to a standard modern-style controller. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vcoleiro1 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 (edited) I think it looks hot, but yeah, almost totally useless. It seems nothing more than window dressing. Edited November 21, 2017 by vcoleiro1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hwlngmad Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I agree that this is a smart move and they'll need to do more things like this to move the needle. In fact, of all the things announced, they probably got the most positive buzz from the basic look of the console. This joystick thing is like their second real win. I would double-down on this strategy, particularly if other differentiators aren't really there. As for the joystick itself, it will almost certainly be optional or something that's just included with a specific Indiegogo bundle, in addition to a standard modern-style controller. I agree with you Bill. This definitely helps get people (re)interested in the Ataribox. But, they are going to have to do a lot more and show all of their cards at some point if they are going to have any shot of being successfully funded. I like the joystick and think it has promise. However, they have to have some type of modern controller as (modern) gaming is not even in the same universe as the 2600 is, or at least the games. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flojomojo Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Despite all my $hitposting, I like the shiny look of the new controller, too. It is an attractive take on the old design, evoking the old without rehashing it. Like a New Order Stormtrooper or a New Beetle. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Historian Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Despite all my $hitposting, I like the shiny look of the new controller, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glazball Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Before we start ruining our underwear with premature orgasms, remember we have no idea if this joystick even works or if it's just a proof of concept. For all we know, it's just a mock-up. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy B. Coyote Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 (edited) I dig the new controller design, even if it doesn't look particularly ergonomically comfortable or easy to keep clean (you know sweat and grime is gonna build up in those side grooves). Still, it's an attractive and aesthetically pleasing modern take on the classic CX-40 design. With the LED lights around the edges I wonder if that shiny ring surrounding the joystick is a touch sensitive panel. Edited November 21, 2017 by Jin 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+frankodragon Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 With those pics posted, watch this thread balloon to 200 + pages, probably half of them pictures of William Shatner, off-topic YouTube videos, and quoting 24-40 line post to say "lol yeah". I try to limit my Shat posts since those crazy days of Backin89. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raticon Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I really like that joystick design. Classic but modern. Granted, it will be largely useless for anything post-2600 but it has potential. Slap a few more buttons on there and we are set. Together with the nice console-design I'll admit they have an edge on looks at least. Now on to the guts of the device please. In consoles as well as love you want both looks and brain to commit to a long term relationship and not just a one-night-stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SignGuy81 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Just seen the controller. Looks like it will be the hardest controller in the world to keep clean. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 All it's missing is a numeric keypad to truly stay out of touch with modern gaming times. I think it's on the underside. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 BRILLIANT!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhindle the Dragon Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Hory shet, this thread exploded. I hate taking vacations from AA. Just seen the controller. Looks like it will be the hardest controller in the world to keep clean. I can agree. The only thing I dislike about the original 2600's design is that it's a nightmare to clean. All those ridges collect dust within 2 weeks and your brand-spankin' new refurbished console looks old again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldLeader Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 It would be pretty neat if there are LEDs that light up the direction you're pushing... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldLeader Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Before we start ruining our underwear with premature orgasms, remember we have no idea if this joystick even works or if it's just a proof of concept. For all we know, it's just a mock-up. Like maybe the joystick render plugs into the Ataribox render. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPUWIZ Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I think it's on the underside. ataribox-keypad.jpg See how easy it is? Nothing is real, unless it is shown on video and preferably damaged in the process. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Historian Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 It would be pretty neat if there are LEDs that light up the direction you're pushing... I think that's a great idea. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlecRob Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I can see how some Indy devs might use this. Still I think the primary method of controlling games on this system in the long run will be mouse and keyboard, for modern games like FPSs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leech Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I can see how some Indy devs might use this. Still I think the primary method of controlling games on this system in the long run will be mouse and keyboard, for modern games like FPSs That sucks for sitting in front of the TV. Mind you the best gamepad I have ever used for FPS is the Steam Controller. Can't stand the double stick controllers for FPS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+x=usr(1536) Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 (edited) I think that's a great idea. As long as any lights on the stick can be turned off, I'm fine with the idea. There are times where they could be a visual distraction, which would be considerably less than desirable. That said, I'll also admit that I like the stick's design. Yes, more buttons would be more bueno, but could also be ergonomically-difficult to achieve outside of a gamepad format. The 7800 did it reasonably well, though, for a design where one hand is on the stick itself and the base is in the other hand. Edited November 22, 2017 by x=usr(1536) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+KaeruYojimbo Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 That stick looks pretty good. If it's PC compatible (maybe) and sold separately at a reasonable price (doubtful), I'd pick one up for playing games in emulation. Still not interested at all in the Ataribox though. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlecRob Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 That sucks for sitting in front of the TV. Mind you the best gamepad I have ever used for FPS is the Steam Controller. Can't stand the double stick controllers for FPS. But the ataribox doubles as a personal computer.... I like to think of it as ataris continuation of their home computer line, merged with their home console line... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keatah Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 (edited) And succeeding at neither.. On a different, but related, note.. I'm starting to see advertisements for Pre-Orders for indiegogo stuff. Advertisers are placing ads that say pre-order product-x, then direct you to indiegogo's project page for the item. Isn't "pre-order" a bit misleading? Is it any different than those flunkies who ordered the tesla 3 and are still waiting while they finish it? Edited November 22, 2017 by Keatah 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiffsGamingVideos Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Ha not sure why you keep calling it the AtariMintBox (unless you are going to put Mints in it?) Because I think it's just a Linux Mint Box. If you don't know what that is, do a yahoo or bing on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiffsGamingVideos Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Even the Jakks Pacific controller had more buttons..........For the love of the Gods, 1 button is useless but 4 (ABXY style) would account for 99% of games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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