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I'm unsure how much I paid. I think about $140 or so. Edit: I was way off, it was about $225 (includes shipping). But I'm going to be honest here and say I'm kinda disappointed. After watching a video comparing the two Intellivision Ghostbusters versions (I was unaware there were two versions floating around before I stumbled on this video - the Inty-Home Edition and the Ultimate Edition ) it's beyond dispute that this Inty-Home version is the lesser of the two by a huge margin (gameplay wise). I do give the packaging and presentation a 10 out of 10 though. And the obvious misspelling in this Inty-Home version that appears soon after boot up really bothers me (believe is spelled "Belive"). Reminds me of another recent purchase I made - USA Zombie Apocalypse for the Vectrex. Unbelievable beautiful presentation, the box, overlay, and cartridge are top notch. Unfortunately the game itself is lackluster. Here's the Ghostbusters comparison video I'm referencing: https://youtu.be/94JvaSusT70?si=tyrCfxqCIrmW5bCn
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Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
Just out of curiosity, I attempted to register my console order on the Amico website. Yes, after all these years I still have an active $100 pre order. Just never bothered requesting a refund. When I put my order number in I get a message telling me it can't be found. I'm 100% sure my order number is correct. John Alvarado suggested I contact Amico customer service. I did a couple times but never heard back. This was months ago. I also never got Amico Home working on any of my devices. Alvarado suggested I open up some ports on my router, but I did and no change, I still couldn't connect so gave up. I have no desire to redeem codes for any of the games due to learning that Amico will subtract the purchase price of the games from my deposit, yes I also purchased the 8 pack or whatever it was of physical products why back when. They have been sitting on a shelf unopened for years (underneath my nearly complete US Dreamcast games collection). Anyway, here's some screenshots of the failed registration process for those curious: -
Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
John Alvarado - Intellivision Today at 5:01 pm (Discord) Reminder about rule #11: No negative questions/investigation of Intellivision business past, present, or future. Keep discussions on the current products. -
I'm having a very difficult time controlling the ship, especially in Portal Panic and Defense Panic. Pushing up on the stick to thrust while steering with the same stick is unintuitive. Circling the ring in Wormhole panic is pretty clunky too, controlling like Tempest it doesn't. I'd like to put more time into it in order to get enough coins to purchase the 3 extra games, but it's just too aggravating. Otherwise the colors and graphics are nice, I especially like the "Big Boss" in Run Panic.
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Virtua Fighter/arcade question
livingonwheels replied to dudeguy's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
I played the first Virtua Fighter in a movie theater lobby in 1993. Located on the 2nd floor of the Sunrise Mall in Massapequa, Long Island NY. I played Virtua Fighter 3 at the Adventureland theme park in Farmingdale, Long Island NY. -
Any Game in the VCS Store is FREE Offer (to end of Feb 2024)
livingonwheels replied to livingonwheels's topic in Atari VCS
Qomp 1 is on sale for the next day or two on Steam for $3.49 for those interested in the first game. -
Near the bottom of this page is a FREE Pitrex pre configured image (MICRO SD PITREX PLUG'N PLAY). It's the image I use and is nearly perfect. Many games with sounds, including Star Wars which, if you happen to do the "Buzz Off" mod you can actually hear the voices from the arcade during gameplay. Until I installed the Buzz Off kit, I had no idea it had voice. They are rather faint, but there. Image located here: https://rpiteam.carrd.co/
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Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
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I emailed them about a month ago (my Coleco Chameleon box arrived crushed and I was requesting another). But I also never received any response.
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Lunar Lander Beyond (by Atari) - (coming soon)
livingonwheels replied to justclaws's topic in Atari VCS
I just received an email reminder to Wishlist Lunar Lander Beyond. No mention of VCS anywhere: "Coming soon to PlayStation, Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and Epic Games Store". The Steam demo is 7 1/2 gigs. -
Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
Yes, John Alvarado announced these on the Amico Reddit 4 days ago. When I click the link it takes me directly to the coasters. -
Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
New Running Man slate drink coasters are now available in the Intellivision merchandise shop: https://intellivision.com/shop/running-man-slate-drink-coasters -
Intellivision Amico’s trademark changed to ‘abandoned’
livingonwheels replied to rietveld's topic in Modern Gaming Discussion
Alvarado is pathetic: Discord User 1: So I just caught up and read there is a road map. and dissapointed to see there is no PLan for the console in 2024 So is it just done then for now? I know @John Alvarado said we shouldnt ask but just talking amongst fans here if thats permitted Discord User 2 The plan is to raise money to release the console. Between Amico Home and possibly the controllers, this might attract investors. John Alvarado: Intellivision has not given up on the console, and your thread is off topic for this discord. Discord User 1: im sorry. its just public chat so i though it was ok John Alvarado: #11. No negative questions/investigation of Intellivision business past, present, or future. Keep discussions on the current products. #14. ... Please keep the chat constructive and avoid drama and predictions of doom. You are welcome to post here. But statements like " i assume INtellivision has given up on the console which is a real bummer" are not welcome, especially when the Roadmap description explains the situation regarding the console and explicitly says we intend to keep going to deliver the console. I was quoting the rule, which happens to mention drama, but I was not accusing you of drama. The part that applies is "predictions of doom" (i.e. saying the console is not happening). Again, you are welcome and encouraged to post here as long as it is constructive. Constructive criticism of current product is OK too, if it is in the spirit of improving the products. Thank you for being a Founders pre-order customer. I appreciate your support.