"GameStop Enters Sellout Talks"

["GameStop Enters Sellout Talks"]

While I agree watching gamestop fold would be nice in the theory that mom and pop shops would handle it, not everywhere has them so some would have to pop up which I'm sure would happen. But you do need to worry about the other growing beast, half price books, they seemingly each month open up a few more stores around the country and there are shops like them in more regional chains. They all make what gamestop gives out look almost generous, plus they find like the highest paid toolbox on ebay or pie in the sky amazon beggar to price their stickers by. They used to look stuff up online which did go better, but around 4 years ago now they went to this national bar code sticker label and they just have to use that if the item is in the system.

 

See unlike Gamestop they have books, print isn't going anywhere, and they diversified into games, video games, vhs to modern movies, vinyl 8track cassette and cds, kids toys and things, other stuff. They won't be easy to go away like gamestops narrow failing model.

 

 

I used to love shopping at Half Price Books, but most of my local stores have closed down or have astronomically increased their prices. The occasional 50% one item coupons bring prices back into reasonable territory though. I agree that they have the advantage over GameStop through accepting multiple media types.

[Mario Odyssey is one year old?]

Super Mario Odyssey is one of my favorite games of all time. I beat it last year, but I'd like to complete it so I frequently fire it up to hunt for a moon or ten. I don't think I'll ever get the jump rope moon, though.

[Super Mario Bros 3 at 30]

I still haven't played Super Mario Bros 3 yet. I'm trying to beat Super Mario Bros first so I can compare and contrast. Time to fire up the NES again...

[Why do people actively hate "pre-NES" consoles?]

 

I'm glad I "predate" all consoles.

 

I have fun playing everything.

 

Modern yes. I mostly use my Switch at the moment.

 

 

 

Yep, I currently own a PS4 and play it semi-regularly. Battlefront II, No Mans Sky, Worms WMD, and the current NHL are some of my favorites.

 

It's awesome that you guys are still gaming. I hope I never stop, but right now I'm finding it hard to devote a lot of time to longer story-driven or open world games.

[Why do people actively hate "pre-NES" consoles?]

 

I can understand but I personally can't relate. The reason is simple - I started out with a pong console and there's not much that predates it unless you're talking about one of these. And yes, pong is better

 

 

 

 

Well then I guess you're exempt from the rule!

 

How about the opposite question - do you play modern consoles?

[Why do people actively hate "pre-NES" consoles?]

I recently reconnected with an old friend and we frequently talk consoles and games. We've talked about the Atari 2600 a few times and he mentioned that the games haven't aged well. For reference, we're both 30. I just think it's tough, at least initially, to get into consoles that predate the consoles we had growing up. I had a tough time getting into the NES and SNES when I played them for the first time a few years ago.

[WTB Atari 2600 and Games]

Getting a multicart will also let you play the Starpath Supercharger games which includes the only real RPG on the 2600.

 

The Swordquest games are total Sh!+. Don't waste your time. You'll also definitely want to add HERO to your list. I'd also check out the Homebrews Dungeon, Dungeon II, and Anguna. Others will probably suggest additional homebrews as well.

 

I looked up Atari 2600 RPGs and Dragonstomper came up in a few places. Is that the game you're referencing?

 

I disagree, I personally love the swordquest games and Waterworld is currently my number 1 game on my want list, just looking to find it for a reasonable price

 

See the user below. Might have the cartridge you're looking for!

 

I have waterworks cart only for sale nice shape

 

I think Waterworld is out of my price range right now. Might be interested in that cart!

 

You may wish to consider a 7800 which is mostly compatible with 2600 and yet offers more advanced games as well.

 

That's what I'm thinking, too. More gaming flexibility! I just thought it'd be easier to find someone with a spare Atari 2600 collecting dust than a 7800. Plus there's a bit of a price difference.

[WTB Atari 2600 and Games]

SD multicarts are only about $50 now. I would suggest getting one of those before buying a bunch of cartridges.

Thank you for the suggestion! I Iike the idea of swapping physical cartridges, but I’m realizing that a multicart might be the best solution for an absolute beginner. Most original cartridges seem to be inexpensive anyways so it wouldn’t be difficult to buy them later. I’ve seen some discussion here on a harmony cart so I’ll check those out. Thanks again!

[WTB Atari 2600 and Games]

Im interested in playing my first Atari console and I thought the 2600 would be a good start. Ive found a few games from YouTube videos that look like my types of games. Ive listed them below, but please let me know if there are any other action/adventure/puzzle style games I should try.

 

Adventure

Haunted House

Pitfall

Pitfall 2

Private Eye

Raiders of the Lost Ark

Riddle of the Sphinx

River Raid

Secret Quest

Swordquest Games

Yars Revenge

 

Im open to other suggestions on games and hardware. Would it be better to get a 7800?