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Looking to unload my spare Aquarius stuff. *Everything has been fully tested and works great unless otherwise noted.* If you want to take everything, I would do $350 + shipping. Otherwise, we can chat via PM about a la carte pricing. SOLD Mattel Aquarius Computer & Game System "Big Box" Bundle - As you can see in the pictures, outer box has considerable wear and inner boxes have wear. Includes the boxed computer with the two manuals that came with the Aquarius originally, AV cable is not original, original switchbox not tested but included for completeness - I use the RF adapters that are far superior these days - Mini Expander (styrofoam inserts are missing), boxed 4K Memory module, boxed Night Stalker game is missing but I'll throw in a loose Night Stalker cart AND a boxed Snafu game. For those into variants, this Aquarius computer has the S1 character ROM set (the OG!), which is less common than the S2 variety. Radofin Aquarius Computer - from the post-Mattel days, of course. Through context clues, looks like it was sold through Bentley Industries here in the US in 1985. This boxed computer is quite possibly "brand new" (but not sealed) in that it doesn't seem to have been taken out of the box previously. All packaging materials and inserts are included. Like all Radofin systems, it includes a games cassette (untested because my data recorder is finicky these days) and a cassette cable. The cassette cable can be used to connect a smartphone or modern PC to the Aquarius to play digital files of cassette games. 16K Memory Module (Boxed) - this can be tough to track down. Pretty much required for most - but not all - cassette games. Three Cassette Games - 1) Pac-Mr. *not working*; 2) Aquariworm (Homebrew); 3) Bomb Catcher 2 (Homebrew) Please send me a PM with interest and to purchase. Thanks!
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I've got some spare Mattel Aquarius goodies available for sale. Everything has been cleaned and tested and works great unless otherwise noted. I removed all previously sold items in this thread and have replaced it with current inventory (list will be updated as items are sold): Games - Snafu CIB (box worn) - Utopia boxed (box is worn and missing one controller overlay and cartridge tray) - Pac Mr (complete; cassette game; not working right in my Data Recorder) - Aquariworm (@Loudscotsbloke's awesome homebrew game on cassette!) - Bomb Catcher II (@Loudscotsbloke's awesome homebrew game on cassette!) Hardware - Radofin Aquarius CIB with the HTF cassette data cable + cassette game sampler Manuals - Data Recorder - Guide to Home Computing - Mini Expander - Printer - Tron Deadly Discs (with left keyboard overlay) Please send me a PM with interest and I can get pics and pricing over to you. Thanks!
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Anybody interested in an Aquarius t-shirt featuring most of the cassette game cover artwork by Add-On Electronics? I couldn't find a scan of Diamond Mine, plus its inclusion would have thrown off the nice 4x5 grid. I just love the artwork to these games! Here's the mock-up design. Depending on interest, it would likely be between $25-30 per shirt. Cheers!
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Just wanted to share this pickup with the Mattel Electronics Aquarius Community. I recently attended an Estate sale and i picked up this Gem - The Command Console that was never released for the Aquarius Computer. This was from a Mattel employee who worked as a Principal Engineer from 82-84 Didn't even know it existed.. so happy i was able to find it. Enjoy
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Here's a Mattel Aquarius computer bundle that would make a great starter set for someone looking to get into the Aquarius scene or for a spare for an existing Aquarius enthusiast. Everything has been cleaned and tested and works great. Here's what you get: - Aquarius computer with built-in power supply - RF AV cable - Mini Expander with two controllers - Two Aquarius computer manuals and one Mini Expander manual - Nightstalker CIB - Astrosmash CIB other than missing left keyboard overlay (which you won't miss since you'll be using the controllers) Pictures are below. Jay's Aquaricart multicart and 32K memory module not included but highly recommend them! Also have some additional Aquarius software and hardware if you want to add-on. Asking $120 plus shipping costs. Please send me a PM with interest and we can discuss further. Thanks! SOLD!
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The below-pictured Aquarius is on its way to me, woo hoo! It's one of the "Computer & Game System" bundles. Seems pristine. Owner says they never even took it out of the box (other than to take some pics), and based on all of the pictures she sent me (more than what I have attached here), I believe it. All packing material, etc. Got what I think was a fair deal ($120 including shipping). Btw, what's up with the 4-game package being cut to one game plus 4K memory? Pretty funny that Mattel just crossed off "4" preceding "Game Cartridges" with a Sharpie and only included one game on some of these bundles. Was that as they were winding down production and running out of games or something? I know it's not just my box because I saw a few listings on eBay with the same modifications to the boxes. Once my Aquarius arrives on my doorstep, I'd like to maximize my enjoyment of this little machine. It seems like @jaybird3rd's Aquaricart is a must, and probably the 32K RAM expansion cart, too. Will likely have him make me a BLBird cart, too. Ideally, I would like to be able to play all of the cartridge and cassette games available for the system (including homebrews), as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Has there been any talk of adding all of the third-party cassette titles to a future version of the Aquaricart (beyond the 6-game demo cassette that I see is included already)? I'm guessing that would require some converting of the .CAQ images? I did come across something about converting .CAQ files to .WAV so that cassette games can be played on real hardware but that process seemed really tedious. Aquaricart 2.0 seems like the best idea, am I right? I've also come across mentions of the MicroExpander, but it seems like a DIY project and I don't have the skills for it. Also saw something about having to remove the AY from the MicroExpander if using it in a Mini Expander, which, again, well beyond my skill set. I like the idea of removable media (USB stick) so that you can add files to it, but what files will it work with "out of the box," if you will? Just .BIN and .ROM, therefore running into the same issues with .CAQ files for cassette games? Lots of newbie questions, here, I know. Please excuse my ignorance. Cheers.
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I've got a spare BurgerTime for Mattel Aquarius. Given how uncommon this game is, I definitely didn't think I'd wind up with a spare, but I suppose I got lucky. As pictured, it comes with the box, manual, cartridge, cartridge tray and two keyboard overlays. The controller overlays are missing. The cartridge has been cleaned and tested and works great. If you're interested, please send me a PM and we can discuss pricing. Would also be happy to provide additional pictures upon request. Thanks! SOLD
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Looking for something in like-new condition, working, and with all of its original included parts. Preferably with box and and included materials. Memory expansion carts and software also of interest!
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We've finally finished the reverse-engineering and testing of the open-source Aquarius motherboards. Enjoy them in good health, and promote the platform! https://github.com/1stage/Aquarius-Motherboard-1-1-0
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I'm thinking of dipping into the Aquarius scene (cue "don't do it!" and "it sucks!" comments) and was curious what you guys think of the pictured bundle. Guy wants $500 OBO and I have a feeling that the $500 is too steep, but it does come with a couple of the harder to find games, Tron Deadly Discs and BurgerTime, along with the more common Utopia and NightStalker. I like collecting CIB games so these boxed games attracted me to this particular bundle. Curious as to everyone's thoughts on what a fair price might be. Thanks!
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I've not been well recently so have not been very active, I have some time off work to recover so am looking at restarting projects. One project in particular is Robotwon for the Aquarius. As I'm limited by the physical platform I'm considering more efficent ways to develop and test accurately on a low budget. Has any one sucesfully run the FPGA Aquarius that was done some time ago, would it be viable to port to the MiST platform? Finally anyone else still using the Aquarius or continuing development of projects? Barnie
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System Overload: Aquarius My long-awaited review of the Aquarius has arrived! (Awaited by me...to finish it after X months... )
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Anybody here that also collects for the Aquarius have extra copies of the Burgertime and Astrosmash games? Maybe we can do a trade...
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Hallo, I am looking for: Mattel Aquarius Floppy Disk Drive (Quick Disk Drive), Triton QD Floppy Disk Drive, Interface to connect other Printers into the Mattel Aquarius. Thanks for your answer !!
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