2600lover #1 Posted July 13, 2006 (edited) Hi guys, me again! I was looking to purchase a used system from atari2600.com and wanted to know OUT OF THE 2600, 5200, AND 7800 what is the best one in your opinoin? (doubt I spelled that right, lol) Im kind of interested in the 7800, looks really cool and from the screen shots I've seen the graphics look good! I've also seen online that it plays 2600 carts? Is this true? If it is it would save me some $$$$$!! Please help!! Edited July 13, 2006 by 2600lover Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
George35 #2 Posted July 13, 2006 The 5200 is my favorite, but some people find it a hard system to love. If this is your first Atari, I'd go with the 7800 since you'll have two libraries of games to choose from. You may want to pick up some cx-40 (2600) joysticks or 7800 joypads, since most people don't care for the 7800 proline joysticks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabriel #3 Posted July 13, 2006 If money is no object and you're not after a particular style, then it would be hard to go wrong with a 7800. It plays almost all the 2600 games, plus there are a few 7800 specific games to keep you busy. The 5200 is a love it or hate it system. The 5200 is a lot like a fussy girlfriend. She wants you to spend lots of money maintaining her. She requires constant attention. She's not very friendly to the idea of you having other systems (due to the hookups and space required for the system). But she looks hot, and she knows quite a few ways to have fun (thanks to the 8 bit conversion homebrewers). Oh, and she likes toys. As a 5200 gamer you'll probably be looking at things like modified controllers, third party controlers, controller adaptors, track balls, and stuff like that to spice up your gaming. As for the 2600, few things say "retrogamer" quite as loudly. 2600s are solid and dependable. They come in a variety of styles (even more if you include clones like the Telegames and Gemini models). It's just that you can gain access to the library through the 7800. So, I'd say the main reason for one is for a particular look you'd want. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lemmi #4 Posted July 13, 2006 get the 7800 it plays 2 different systems games with no added hardware you can use 2600 controllers or the 7800 controllers STAY AWAY FROM THE 5200 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #5 Posted July 13, 2006 There we go, thanks guys I think Im gonna have to save up the $70 + S&H (aprox $10-$15) and go w/ the 7800. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lemmi #6 Posted July 13, 2006 can you use ebay? you might be able to get a cheaper system what do you get for the $70 from 2600.com? just the complete system alone? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ATARIPITBULL #7 Posted July 13, 2006 Yes, you more than likely could get a complete 7800 system with some games for less than that. A few years ago, Lemmi hooked me up with a 7800 and about 6 boxed games for way less than $70.00 :!: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregory DG #8 Posted July 13, 2006 Get a 7800 which plays 2600 games. If you have any hankering to play 5200 games, you'd be better served by getting an XEGS instead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jboypacman #9 Posted July 13, 2006 Ok i have a 2600,5200,and a 7800 and i love them all.But if you are just starting out i would recommend you getting the 7800.You can play both 2600 and 7800 games on it.Also get yourself a couple of 2600 controllers as well as a paddle controller as well.Atari2600.com is a great site to order from i got my 5200 from there.Check out Trade-N-Games as well i order from there quite abit, very good place to stock up on 2600 games. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #10 Posted July 13, 2006 Great, thanks guys!!! Ebay is an option if I talk to my dad, Im only *sigh* 13. So I guess if they take personal check is my only option, he doesnt have a PayPal or anything like that and hes not to tech savy so........ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+RandomPerson #11 Posted July 13, 2006 (edited) can you use ebay? you might be able to get a cheaper system what do you get for the $70 from 2600.com? just the complete system alone? I'mg onna sell him a 7800 setup with games for $50 shipped. Get'em off to a more reasonably priced start. Edited July 13, 2006 by Shawn Sr. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #12 Posted July 13, 2006 (edited) Check you PM!! Shawn Sr. Edited July 13, 2006 by 2600lover Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vic George 2K3 #13 Posted July 13, 2006 7800 is definitely the way to go. If you're into doing serious modding, you might want to also get a 5200. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atariboy2600 #14 Posted July 13, 2006 Hi guys, me again! I was looking to purchase a used system from atari2600.com and wanted to know OUT OF THE 2600, 5200, AND 7800 what is the best one in your opinoin? (doubt I spelled that right, lol) Im kind of interested in the 7800, looks really cool and from the screen shots I've seen the graphics look good! I've also seen online that it plays 2600 carts? Is this true? If it is it would save me some $$$$$!! Please help!! Go at www.4jays.net Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
accousticguitar #15 Posted July 14, 2006 Great, thanks guys!!! Ebay is an option if I talk to my dad, Im only *sigh* 13. So I guess if they take personal check is my only option, he doesnt have a PayPal or anything like that and hes not to tech savy so........ I buy stuff from ebay all the time without paypal. The post office sells money orders for 95 cents. The 7800 is definately the best way to go. The 5200 costs too much money to upgrade to decent controllers. Also, some of the 7800 games are great (like Centipede)! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shadow460 #16 Posted July 14, 2006 Sounds like Shawn's got a decent deal for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rik #17 Posted July 15, 2006 Great, thanks guys!!! Ebay is an option if I talk to my dad, Im only *sigh* 13. So I guess if they take personal check is my only option, he doesnt have a PayPal or anything like that and hes not to tech savy so........ Wow,a young classic gamer!,more power to you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #18 Posted July 15, 2006 (edited) Thanks man!!! Love Asteroids and Pinball, (Asteroids more). I do have a 1st gen PS2 tho, dont use it much anymore, lol. Edited July 15, 2006 by 2600lover Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Postman #19 Posted July 15, 2006 Only 13 years old and you want an Atari? Good for you, you can have some interesting and fun times with classic systems. It's funny, I have an Xbox 360 hooked up to my TV that I havn't played once this month, but I play my 2600 almost every day. Best of luck and I hope you enjoy it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #20 Posted July 15, 2006 Thanks guys for all you support and help!! Right now I have a 2600 vader but am looking to upgrade. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2600lover #21 Posted July 15, 2006 You know guys, I also found a 5200 along w/ the vader I use now but didnt take it because there werent any games! Maybe if you guys would be nice enough to throw together some 5200 games you dont use anymore.............. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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