5200 Brotherhood

[Omega-TI]

Here's mine, do I qualify for membership?

 

Future wants

 

1) Upgraded Video (all future upgrades depend on this)

2) Masterplay Clone

 

 

[zylon]

^^ has that ever been played? lol Looks minty.

See page 2. You only need to have one to join, even if broken. if broken, one should pledge to either fix it or acquire a working one.

[Omega-TI]

Okay, I'm in and my signature has been updated.

[+sramirez2008]

Swapped out the Motherboard on my 4-Port 5200 yesterday, with a NOS one from Best Electronics.

 

http://atariage.com/forums/topic/255618-the-atari-5200-podcast-new-podcast/?p=4173130

[Omega-TI]

^^ has that ever been played? lol Looks minty.

 

Yeah, it gets about an hour or so of play a month. The desk closes when it's not in use, so it does not collect dust, that helps.

[zylon]

 

Yeah, it gets about an hour or so of play a month. The desk closes when it's not in use, so it does not collect dust, that helps.

 

You'd hate me then, I'm a slob by comparison, lol. I play the hell outta my 5200

[Omega-TI]

 

You'd hate me then, I'm a slob by comparison, lol. I play the hell outta my 5200

 

Naww, hate is a strong word. I do admit to being a neat freak... (with the exception of a couple of drawers).

If you want to see my complete setup(s) << CLICK HERE >>.

 

Well, it's a little dated on the O2, as it's in a closet now.

[Omega-TI]

Is a 3D view better?

[+Cobra Kai]

I don't know what this brotherhood thing is about, but there's not many pictures in this thread. Also, I don't think you need a multi-cart when you simply have a ton of the cartridges on hand. Here's my stuff:

 

 

S-video mod

 

Controller mania: Trak-Ball, self made Paddle, Competition Pro, and custom stick by a member here:

 

Boxed Games:

 

Loose games:

 

 

[+darryl1970]

I don't know what this brotherhood thing is about, but there's not many pictures in this thread. Also, I don't think you need a multi-cart when you simply have a ton of the cartridges on hand. Here's my stuff:

 

IMG_0467.JPG

 

S-video mod

IMG_0473.JPG

 

Controller mania: Trak-Ball, self made Paddle, Competition Pro, and custom stick by a member here:

IMG_0468.JPG

 

Boxed Games:

IMG_0466.JPG

 

Loose games:

IMG_0471.JPG

 

IMG_0478.JPG

 

Sweet collection! Thanks for sharing.

 

I have a lot of carts myself, but I still prefer the multi-cart for a few reasons:

1. Quicker to change games, without getting up.
2. Don't have to worry about keeping the games neat. I end up with a pile of carts on my floor that I need to clean up after all of the fun.
3. I can play hacks that are not available on cart. I actually prefer to play the Centipede version with the Namco font. It pushes an already great title over the top.
4. I prefer to the DK, DK Jr, and Mario Bros hack versions, which are not available on cart.
5. Play prototype releases before they are available on cart, such as Scramble.

I realize changing carts might make it more old school authentic too. I used to put quarters on my arcade machines, because I felt it made the experience more authentic. Something different about feeling like it costs money. Just figured I'd share the other side of the coin, so to speak.

[Omega-TI]

Sweet collection! Thanks for sharing.

 

I have a lot of carts myself, but I still prefer the multi-cart for a few reasons:

1. Quicker to change games, without getting up.
2. Don't have to worry about keeping the games neat. I end up with a pile of carts on my floor that I need to clean up after all of the fun.
3. I can play hacks that are not available on cart. I actually prefer to play the Centipede version with the Namco font. It pushes an already great title over the top.
4. I prefer to the DK, DK Jr, and Mario Bros hack versions, which are not available on cart.
5. Play prototype releases before they are available on cart, such as Scramble.

I realize changing carts might make it more old school authentic too. I used to put quarters on my arcade machines, because I felt it made the experience more authentic. Something different about feeling like it costs money. Just figured I'd share the other side of the coin, so to speak.

 

I'm with you, for all the reasons you listed above. I've hit the point in my life where I have to seriously consider downsizing, so getting rid of all my lose cartridges except Tempest has crossed my mind more than once. I don't want to, but reality is setting in.

[+Cobra Kai]

I want it noted that I wasn't disparaging multi-carts.

[Omega-TI]

I don't know what this brotherhood thing is about...

 

Well, a little signature at the bottom of your texts (with embedded link) may bring in a few newbies.

[+sramirez2008]

Best 5200 game IMO, especially when paired with the Edladdin Super Twin 78.

 

 

 

[+darryl1970]

 

I'm with you, for all the reasons you listed above. I've hit the point in my life where I have to seriously consider downsizing, so getting rid of all my lose cartridges except Tempest has crossed my mind more than once. I don't want to, but reality is setting in.

I had a lot of carts on a shelf, just for my carts. I have multiple systems, so it got to the point where everything was crammed. I had overflow in a plastic tub (duplicates, etc), and I had a few "special" carts on my display shelf (Pac Collection, Frenzy, DK Pokey, etc). I had to move the cartridge shelf to make room for a new toy. I think I might store all my carts in an accessible tote, kept in storage. I think they're nice to have, just in case. I get what you're saying about reality though. My Dad came to live with me. He collects model railroad stuff. He brought A LOT, but he also left a lot. There were things in storage that he'd totally forgotten about. It was a real lesson in the balance of enjoyable and clutter. It's still a tough to let go of something I might want to look at some day, but it is also a reality check.

 

I want it noted that I wasn't disparaging multi-carts.

I didn't take it that way. There something cool and authentic about actually changing carts. For me, it's a matter of space, body aches and wanting to cram a dozen games into the rare 15 minutes I might get here and there. I wish I had even more room, to make a nice showcase wall. On the other hand, after cleaning out my parents old house, I'm also getting mixed feelings on how much I really need. It's a fine line.

 

Thanks again for sharing your collection. It's pretty sweet.

Edited December 29, 2018 by darryl1970

[zylon]

I actually sold many of my carts a few years ago. I keep my multi-cart and a few fave spares here with my 4-port, and maybe 20 faves with my 2-port at my other house. Did the same with my XE and C64 stuff as well.

[peedenmark7]

I never saw this post until today... Been here since '11 ?

 

I'm in..

[ace2184]

Best 5200 game IMO, especially when paired with the Edladdin Super Twin 78.

 

Space Dungeon HS.jpg SD with Edladdin TS.jpg

 

Dual Masterplay Interfaces? Beautiful sight.

[+sramirez2008]

Dual Masterplay Interfaces? Beautiful sight.

 

Thanks. I purchased the second one just to play Space Dungeon with my Edladdin Super Twin 78.

[Omega-TI]

Any new 5200 owners out there?  We're accepting new members!

[Giles N]

My new gaming-set-up

 

🙂

[+TrekMD]

Nice, nice!

[+ArcadeJunkie]

Could we still be a member while only missing a copy of Bounty Bob Strikes Back?

[Giles N]

10 hours ago, ArcadeJunkie said:

Could we still be a member while only missing a copy of Bounty Bob Strikes Back?

Are there official requirements?

 

🧐🥴😳🤨🤨?

[Giles N]

Re-arrangement of my retro-gaming setup: