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  1. Atari Systems

    1. Atari General

      A general discussion for Atari-related topics that aren't covered by a specific Atari console or computer forum.

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    2. Atari 2600

      The Atari 2600 is the system that started it all for Atari, and is by far the most popular classic gaming console. This forum covers all 2600 systems produced by Atari, as well as 2600-compatible consoles produced by third-parties.

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    3. Atari 5200

      The Atari 5200 was Atari's second cartridge-based game console. Based on the Atari 8-bit computer line and labeled the "SuperSystem", the 5200 was Atari's answer to growing competition in a market they were losing control over.

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    4. Atari 7800

      The Atari 7800 ProSystem is a contemporary of the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Sega Master System. Based on extensive feedback from Atari customers, the 7800 features a streamlined design, backward compatibility with the 2600, a powerful graphics processor, and simplified controllers.

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    5. Atari Lynx

      Lynx was Atari's first portable game system, and world's first color handheld. It was designed by Epyx and the engineers who created the Amiga. Ahead of its time, the Lynx sported a backlit color screen, stereo sound (in model 2) and an impressive range of games. Check out our rarity guide or explore many games listed on Atari Gamer.

       

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    6. Atari Jaguar

      Atari's last game console, the Atari Jaguar represented a huge leap in technology from previous offerings. Featuring a 64-bit architecture, the Jaguar had great potential, but its power was difficult to tap. Even then, many great games were released and the Jaguar has an avid fan base today.

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    7. Atari VCS

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

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    8. Dedicated Systems

      Before Atari produced the famous 2600, they created many standalone consoles such as Pong, Speedway, and Stunt Cycle. Recently, Atari has been creating new dedicated consoles, such as the Atari Flashback.

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    9. Atari 8-Bit Computers

      Atari's original 8-bit computer line, featuring the Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series of computers. Powerful and well-engineered, the Atari 8-bit computers are still popular with fans today!

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    10. Atari ST/TT/Falcon Computers

      Atari's next generation computer line, the Atari ST computers were based on the Motorola 68000 series chips, the same as the Macintosh at the time. The ST would also be followed by the TT and Falcon.

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    11. Atari Portfolio

      The Atari Portfolio is a palmtop, IBM PC-compatible portable computer released by Atari in 1989, the world's first palmtop computer!

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  2. Classic Consoles

    1. Classic Console Discussion

      Discussion of classic gaming consoles outside the Atari realm.

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    2. ColecoVision / Adam

      Coleco launched the ColecoVision in 1982, with the console quickly becoming popular due to its library of arcade ports. The ColecoVision has a large homebrew following today.

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    3. Intellivision / Aquarius

      This forum is for discussion of the Mattel Intellivision, Atari's primary competitor against the 2600, as well as the Mattel Aquarius computer. Intellivision systems include the original Intellivision, Intellivision II, INTV III, and the Sears Super Video Arcade.

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    4. Bally Arcade/Astrocade

      Discussion forum for the Bally Arcade/Astrocade console.

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    5. Odyssey 2 / Videopac

      Discussion revolving around the Odyssey 2 / Videopac G7000/G7400

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    6. Vectrex

      Discuss the world's only vector-based video game console here!

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    7. Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) / Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's first cartridge-based system, the NES, here!

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    8. Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) / Super Famicom

      Discuss Nintendo's second cartridge based system here!

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    9. Sega Genesis

      Sega's popular fourth-generation 16-bit system, would ultimately compete head-to-head with the Super Nintendo.

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    10. 3DO Interactive Multiplayer

      Discussion forum for the 3DO console and the unreleased Panasonic M2

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    11. Dreamcast

      Discussion for the SEGA Dreamcast console.

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    12. SMS High Score Club

      Join the Sega Master System High Score Club today!

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    13. TG-16/PC Engine High Score Club

      Compete for high scores on the TurboGrafx-16 and PC Engine!

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  3. Classic Computing

    1. Classic Computing Discussion

      Use this forum to discuss the plethora of classic computers outside of Atari 8-bit offerings. These include the Apple II, Commodore 64/128, Amiga, TI 99/4a, MSX, TRS-80 and others.

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    2. Apple II Computers

      Discussion for Apple's 8-bit computer line.

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    3. TI-99/4A Computers

      Discussion for TI-99/4A Computers

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    4. Commodore 8-bit Computers

      Discussion for Commodore PET, Vic-20, Commodore 64, Commodore 128, and other 8-bit Commodore systems.

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    5. Commodore Amiga

      Discussion for Amiga Computers, CDTV, and CD32

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    6. Tandy Computers

      Discussion for Tandy computers, including the TRS-80 Models I, II, III, and 4, Color Computers, and Model 100.

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  4. Modern Consoles

    1. Modern Gaming Discussion

      This forum is for discussion of all modern game systems, including gaming on consoles and computers.

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    2. Sony Playstation 5

      Discuss Sony's Playstation 5 console here!

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    3. Xbox Series S/X

      Discuss Microsoft's latest Xbox Series S and X consoles here!

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    4. Atari VCS (Redirect)   (8,678 visits to this link)

      Discussion forum for the new Atari VCS console.

    5. Nintendo Switch

      Discussion about Nintendo's latest game console and games.

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    6. Microsoft Xbox One

      Discussion forum for the Xbox One.

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    7. Sony PlayStation 4

      Talk about the Sony Playstation 4 here.

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    8. Microsoft Xbox 360

      Discussion about the Microsoft Xbox 360 (not including the original Xbox).

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    9. Sony Playstation 3

      Please discuss the Sony Playstation 3 and games here.

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    10. Nintendo Wii / Wii U

      Discussion forum for the Nintendo Wii and Wii U consoles and games.

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  5. Gaming General

    1. Gaming General Discussion

      Gaming discussion not covered by other specific gaming forums.

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    2. Arcade and Pinball

      Many of us grew up pumping quarters into arcade games, and here's where you can discuss all your favorites. From Pong to Pinball to the latest arcade games, if it has a coin slot, then you're at the right place!

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    3. Emulation

      Emulators allow you to experience classic games on modern PCs (and other devices!) Discuss the latest emulator developments and ask questions about emulation here!

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    4. Hardware

      This forum is for discussion of hardware at a more technical level than you'll find in the other forums. If you have a hardware question you'd like to ask or have some interesting knowledge you'd like to share with others, post it here!

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    5. Prototypes

      Ever wondered about all those games that were announced but never released? Or games that have been discovered over the years that no one even knew existed? Or have you discovered a new prototype that no one's seen yet? Here's the place to talk about prototype games, led by Tempest of AtariProtos.com.

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    6. Gaming Publications and Websites

      This forum is for discussion of gaming related magazines, books, websites, and other publications.

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    7. International

      Internacional - Internazionale - Internationaal - Internasjonal - This forum is for discussion of classic and modern gaming in languages other than English.

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  6. Marketplace

    1. Buy, Sell, and Trade

      Please use this forum as a tool to buy, sell, and trade games and hardware.

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    2. Auction Central

      Use this forum to discuss auctions on eBay. Have something up for auction you'd like to share? Post it here! You can also highlight amusing, off-the-wall, or interesting auctions that others may want to hear about!

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    3. Wanted

      Use this forum to post a list of the gaming hardware and software you're looking for!

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    4. Free Games and More

      Spreading the Love with Free Games and other items.

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    5. User Feedback Forum

      Please use this forum to leave feedback about other users on AtariAge that you've had good and/or bad experiences with. Please read the sticky at the top of this forum before posting!

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  7. Community

    1. Events

      Use this forum to discuss gaming events of all types, including expos revolving around classic gaming, events catering to modern systems, arcade expos, and local gatherings of collectors getting together or a day of gaming.

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    2. Show Us Your Collection!

      If you're a repeat visitor to AtariAge, it's likely you also collect classic games and systems. Here's your chance to show off to the rest of the community your collection!

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    3. Member Blogs

      As members update their Blogs, messages will be posted in this forum so you can more easily keep tabs on who's writing what!

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    4. High Score Clubs

      Participate in high score contests for your favorite systems!

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    5. Poll Forum

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    6. Contests

      These forums are for discussing and participating in contests started by AtariAge, contests run by forum members, and of course, the weekly High Score Contests!

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    7. User Groups

      This forum and its subforums are for classic gaming and computing user groups. Find people in your area who share your love of this hobby!

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    8. AtariAge News Discussion

      Discuss news posted on the front page of AtariAge!

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    9. User Submitted News

      Please submit classic gaming news here!

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  8. Game Programming

    1. Homebrew Discussion

      Here you can talk about homebrew games that don't have their own forums allocated (which will be most of them). Have an idea for a game that you'd like to see someone program? Are you programming a game and want some feedback? Discuss it here!

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    2. Programming

      The programming forums are technical discussions of programming various classic gaming consoles. The more popular consoles have their own dedicated programing forums, so please only use this forum for topics that fall outside of those forums.

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    3. Hacks

      A hack is an existing game that has somehow been modifed in terms of graphics, colors, sounds, and/or gameplay. If you've modified a game and would like to share it with others, or have an idea for a modification you'd like to see done to an existing game, you can discuss it here.

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  9. Site

    1. Announcements

      Important site or forum-related announcements will be posted here. If you see a new announcement, please stop by to read it!

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    2. Forum Questions and Answers

      Have a question about how to use the forum?  Ask here and others can answer (including admins and mods!)  

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    3. AtariAge Store Discussion

      We'll post announcements about the AtariAge Store here, and you can also post your questions and comments about the store in this forum as well.

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    4. Site and Forum Feedback

      Do you have suggestions for how AtariAge can be improved? Please post them here, as well as criticisms, and kudos about the web site!

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    5. Rarity Guide

      The AtariAge Rarity Guide is a living, breathing document! If you have feedback regarding rarity guide values and the database in general, please discuss it here!

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    6. Archived Forums

      Resting place for forums that have have run their course and are archived here for reference.

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  • Recent Status Updates

    • GoldLeader

      GoldLeader

      Did anyone else get an email from JUDGE.ME asking for a review of something from the AtariAge Store?  For all I know Atari is working with this company,  but they asked for a review of something I bought 11 years ago!  (They thought I bought it 14 days ago)  And it is signed  Thanks, The AtariAge Team.  I just want to make sure this isn't some scam...
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      2. Vectrexer

        Vectrexer

        LOL!  Corrected to 2024.
         
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      3. frankodragon

        frankodragon

        I did too.  Something I may have bought over 15 years ago.  I wonder if it's some sort of phishing scam?
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      4. carlsson

        carlsson

        More likely a misformed database query, where someone who got legitimate access to the order history is setting up automated feedback forms but mistook the criteria which orders to select, perhaps every one marked as delivered but no previous feedback given. Those of us who work with SQL know how easy it is to miss one field in the selection query and get far more results than anticipated.
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      5. Albert

        Albert

        This email was sent out accidentally, it's related to the new store we're working on.  You can ignore it.
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      6. wongojack

        wongojack

        I got one too - thanks for confirming @Albert
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    • Charlie Cat

      Charlie Cat

      Did you know during the early strips, Jon and Garfield use to smoke? That's right, Jon use to smoke a pipe and Garfield would steal it from Jon to have a puff.
       
      Eventually, Jim Davis ended both of their smoking because it would promote children to consider the habit. 
       

       
       
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    • SabertoothRetro

      SabertoothRetro

      Playing Space Invaders Extreme on the Atari VCS in PC-Mode because Space Invaders feels better on an Atari.  
       
      1. SlidellMan

        SlidellMan

        I still have the DS originals.
      2. Intellivision Master

        Intellivision Master

        I have this game on Switch & beat it.  It also included the Space Invaders vs Arkanoid game too.  But I haven't played it in a while.  There are a lot of levels.  It's an interesting mix of the 2 games though.  
    • shane857

      shane857

      When there is a rebel in your soul, go with it. Be individual and more importantly be true to yourself...
      1. x=usr(1536)

        x=usr(1536)

        Both individualism and individuality are all but gone these days.  Regardless of what you may do, be who you are.
    • Skwrl63

      Skwrl63

      My two most recent reproduction cartridges (of some unreleased games). Astro War and Mazy Match
       
      I absolutely love the label art on these two cartridges. It kind of gives me "hippie/black light" vibes. I might have to put these right next to my Jimi Hendrix poster 😜

      1. Intellivision Master

        Intellivision Master

        This is pretty cool.  Thanks for sharing. 

  • Recent Posts

    • Tanooki
      Anyone ever played Baulder's Gate 3?

      By Tanooki · Posted

      Ok now you're getting into my space with that question.  What are these?  More of the same and in also anything but the same.  Confused?  Good.  It's D&D but live combat, you move around using a controller though keyboard and mouse I think works just as much as well too.  These started out initially for BG1 on Gamecube, PS2, and XB, but the sequel skipped Cube despite it doing fine in the day because most third parties had started to sadly ignore the thing going into its 4th year.  This game is live combat, live interactions, and moving along in a style you'd more think would be in play with a game like Diablo II.  Things aren't as tiny and no click straining your finger type stuff.  YOU can't also treat it like Gauntlet Legends, run in and swing away and think you'll survive either.   Both the games have a D&D style story, the first one I'm really just familiar with and you open up coming to town, a thieves guild luckily only knock you out and take your stuff, but not your life.  You end up in this bar, help the lady who runs the place and others to start trying ot find out who robbed you, where's your stuff, and it goes down a very D&D style rabbithole of the strange.   It will take you well beyond Baldur's Gate itself into other realms as things progress so your'e not always just in town, in the towns sewers etc.  I finished this on the Cube a few times in the day, and I guess whatever Steam/GoG says is the release date it got a HD remaster(nothing grand on the upgrade, it stayed true for better or worse) and released on PC, iOS, Android, modern consoles(Switch, PS, XB.)  Personally I think if you enjoy D&D, live combat vs turn based or seeming so (like the old games you're discussing before this), also liked how Diablo and even to a point gauntlet and their typess handle you should really dig this game.  There's a lot of gear, spells, weapons and more to pick up, enhance, learn, etc in this game.  It won't hold your hand really either, you can get chewed up if you get too brave.   When it re-released I grabbed it on Switch as console was first, a bit later PC hit and did that, but seeing as I think I could handle it, as a test I did grab the first one also for my phone for boring moments and it didn't disappoint.
    • Charlie Cat
      The Official NEO-GEO Thread!

      By Charlie Cat · Posted

      Hi guys,   This morning, we are with The Flying Kick. Here we see him sharing a great preview of Vengeance Hunters for the Neo-Geo. Enjoy.    From the description, "Coming later this year is not an exaggeration to say this is probably one of the best beat 'em ups on the Neo Geo, if not the best. The game is being developed by Nalua Studios, a recently created Indie Game Studios that has in its ranks some pretty experienced developers and artists. You can check more about them on their site, and also, you can pre-order the Neo Geo version right now."       Anthony...
    • Shift838
      838-SCSI PREORDER is live!

      By Shift838 · Posted

      only 1 limited edition white left up for grabs.
    • TampaBay
      Digital archive of dozens of full Compute! magazine issues throughout the 80s

      By TampaBay · Posted

      Ha, it's just an arcade, so there's no alcohol there, but it's in a little downtown with pubs, bars, and breweries right next door, so you're good.  Sorry to hear about your daughter, hopefully a little retro action will help, if even just a little!
    • jgkspsx
      What do you call the genre defined by Bubble Bobble? What are your favorite examples?

      By jgkspsx · Posted

      Lode Runner isn't one of these; but its progenitor Space Panic is: And its direct predecessor Heiankyo Alien is too: Maybe Heiankyo Alien is the earliest non-shooter game where you have to eliminate all of the enemies? After all it predates Pac-Man.
    • TZJB
      Atari 800XL find + RAM expansion build :D

      By TZJB · Posted

      Welcome to Atari Age.   You have a very nice clean 800XL with very little internal rust and a very reasonable home made Rambo XL.   You could have saved some space and money by leaving the two redundant chips from your build of the RamboXL. You have a newer (than the 1200XL) version of ANTIC so you only needed two extra logic chips for the decoder.   However your RAM upgrade should appear as 12 extra 16KB banks = 192KB, so try SIMCHECK and SIMTEST, the latest versions being in the link @Beeblebrox provided.   I am glad that you finally found an Atari 800XL to take home and play with! 😁
    • baktra
      Turgen System 8.8.x Adventures

      By baktra · Posted

      A package of prototypes #002 of TSFX for the standard tape records.   There are three games in the package. The Spark Bugs game is recorded using the LBE system, others are the traditional combination of the TSCBL loader stored as a boot file, followed by the respective binary load file. While testing, I've realized that the LBE binary loader is not compatible with AltirraOS. I've included the necessary changes that guarantee compatibility.   I also realize that when the recording is in progress, the screen display should change. A single line that says 'Recording...' should do. For turbo systems, it was not necessary, because the screen always goes dark.     tsfx_standard_proto002.zip
    • -^CrossBow^-
      Popeye 7800

      By -^CrossBow^- · Posted

      I have not tested it but I have the original release from PRGE 2022 and I believe you have updated it since then? I know that version has the original scoring bug on hitting the bottles in stage 2 that you corrected later on.  
    • Thomas Jentzsch
      Experimental 2600+ Firmware

      By Thomas Jentzsch · Posted

      Agreed here. The question is, is that feasible? E.g. offers Rockwell its tools, drivers etc. for other OS too? Else you would need all the required information plus a significant amount of resources to get the tools developed from scratch for other OS.
    • mhodgeshvs
      AtariAge Day 2023: Dev Interviews & Unboxing Every New AtariAge Game!

      By mhodgeshvs · Posted

      Thanks very much! 

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