ApolloBoy #1 Posted January 13, 2004 get a 5200? I know, I already have an 800XL which is basically the same, but I feel the urge to get a 5200! Should I? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JB #4 Posted January 13, 2004 get a 5200? I know, I already have an 800XL which is basically the same, but I feel the urge to get a 5200! Should I?Yes. The dark side beckons... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joeybastard #5 Posted January 13, 2004 Definitely, it's great system that needs a little TLC but it's well worth it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lemmi #6 Posted January 13, 2004 NO!!! just stick with the atari 800 its the same damn thing with better controllers to pick from Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SS #7 Posted January 14, 2004 What Lemmi said. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goochman #8 Posted January 14, 2004 800XL - resist the force - you may never play your 800XL again in addition to the 5200 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sku_u #9 Posted January 14, 2004 Join the 5200 side. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jetset #10 Posted January 14, 2004 Well, if every game that's available for the 5200 is available on the 800, it may not be worth it. With few exception (James Bond, Super Breakout, etc) there are only a few dogs on the 5200. Controller-wise I'm sure the 800 is better, although I would say the 5200 trackball is a big plus. BUT, don't forget the homebrews and repros, which aren't available for the 800. And also, if you're into collecting it's a lot of fun. Just a year ago, all I had were emulators to play the 2600/5200/7800. Some might say it's the same exact thing, others say there's nothing like the "original". (Yes, I know the 800 was the original...work with me here) The 5200 is definetly an awesome system though. Well worth picking up! There no question though the 5200 unit is a helluva lot better to look at. It even looks modern today. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shep #11 Posted January 14, 2004 ::waves hand in Jedi mind trick motion:: You will buy a 5200, you WILL enjoy it... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JB #12 Posted January 14, 2004 NO!!! just stick with the atari 800 its the same damn thing with better controllers to pick from Unless you're in the minority of people that like the 5200 sticks. Aside from a maintainence issue or 2, I think 5200 sticks are some of the best stock controllers around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sku_u #13 Posted January 14, 2004 NO!!! just stick with the atari 800 its the same damn thing with better controllers to pick from Unless you're in the minority of people that like the 5200 sticks. Aside from a maintainence issue or 2, I think 5200 sticks are some of the best stock controllers around. I have to agree with you there. I enjoy using the stock controllers. their analog movement is great for certain games and they are a lot easier on the hands after an hour or so of gameplay. The stock controllers get a bad wrap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+johnnywc #14 Posted January 14, 2004 You must get a 5200!! It's the coolest looking system around, and the stock controllers really do get a bad rap. With the gold-contact ones available from Best Electonics, you can avoid all of those issues that have plague an otherwise awesome game system for two decades. Join the revolution!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabriel #15 Posted January 14, 2004 The Atari 5200 has one thing in abundance. It has STYLE! From its huge size, to its glossy black color scheme, to its brushed aluminum faceplate, to its love 'em or hate 'em controllers, it oozes with STYLE from every port. No other console before or since has exuded such pure, unadulterated, bad-ass kewlness. The 5200 is sleek. It's sexy. It's the only console larger than the X-Box. Get one NOW! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JB #16 Posted January 14, 2004 The Atari 5200 has one thing in abundance. It has STYLE! From its huge size, to its glossy black color scheme, to its brushed aluminum faceplate, to its love 'em or hate 'em controllers, it oozes with STYLE from every port. No other console before or since has exuded such pure, unadulterated, bad-ass kewlness. The 5200 is sleek. It's sexy. It's the only console larger than the X-Box. Get one NOW! 5200: Game machine or work of art? Next time on "Inane PBS Special"! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+RangerG #17 Posted January 14, 2004 The 5200 and I say also the 5200 carts have aged well and they look great in a game room. People that remember Atari know the 2600, but they often don't know that Atari made the 5200 and it looks impressive even today. Go for it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ApolloBoy #18 Posted January 14, 2004 The Atari 5200 has one thing in abundance. It has STYLE! From its huge size, to its glossy black color scheme, to its brushed aluminum faceplate, to its love 'em or hate 'em controllers, it oozes with STYLE from every port. No other console before or since has exuded such pure, unadulterated, bad-ass kewlness. The 5200 is sleek. It's sexy. It's the only console larger than the X-Box. Get one NOW! Oh yes, that's one of the reasons why I want a 5200. The design, IMO, is practically timeless. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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