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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)   (8,681 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

  • Recent Posts

    • AtariPhreak
      Kudos to Alcatraz BBS..

      By AtariPhreak · Posted

      of course.. just commenting on a subject.. i would prefer to go back to analog without a single regret or second guess about it. 
    • AtariPhreak
      Spy Net BBS Is online with Atari Files

      By AtariPhreak · Posted

      My message came out a little more strongly than I intended it to. I most assuredly would prefer 1984 all over again.. all the new tech - back when computers were fun and interesting - and you could hack a phone code or mainframe and not face a firing squad for doing it.. lol. 
    • BRGames2600
      Escape Moon (Atari 2600)

      By BRGames2600 · Posted

    • 9640News
      MDOS Version 7.45 Release

      By 9640News · Posted

      OK, had time to get the source code with the source files with TIFILES headers in D/V80 format.   MDOS 745 SOURCE.zip
    • fdr4prez
      Anyone ever played Baulder's Gate 3?

      By fdr4prez · Posted

      I played XCOM2 - TFTD back then, but I didn't get too far.  I didn't like the fact the in XCOM you built up all this neat tech by the end of the game, but in XCOM2 you basically started over in regards to tech     I've not played anything newer in that franchise and I've not played the other UFO games before.   There's a neat little UFO game for android named Grabatron.       it is now available for free if you search around for the Grabatron APK and assuming you know how to install APK on your phone (some people don't know how).
    • OLD CS1
      MDOS Version 7.45 Release

      By OLD CS1 · Posted

      Firefox is marking everything I download from this site as having a virus... even before it downloads.  WTF...??!
    • 82-T/A
      Anyone ever played Baulder's Gate 3?

      By 82-T/A · Posted

      Anyway, for me... this was my first "real" game that I played.        I remember being at Software City in Richmond, Virginia... and standing there looking at the shelves of games. My mom told me I could only have one game. There were three games that were drawing me in... Starflight, Arctic Fox, and Garfield Paint. Now... I was a huge fan of Garfield... so I almost got that, and Arctic Fox looked good, but Starflight promised me an entire world (or universe rather), so I picked it up. It came in one of those old school LP / Vinyl game sleeves with two 5.25" floppy disks. The one in the video there is the EGA version. I only had a Hercules monochrome monitor at the time, so it looked like this:     
    • Snowbound1996
      FS: RARE C LAB Falcon Mk I (Refurbished)

      By Snowbound1996 · Posted

      Thanks! I will say, the blue & black C lab logo is really stylish too
    • 82-T/A
      Anyone ever played Baulder's Gate 3?

      By 82-T/A · Posted

      Oh dude... stop!!! Haha... this was like one of my absolute favorite games growing up. This was a slightly later game for me... I'm mid-40s now, so the first games I played were all CGA / Monochrome games on an 8088... but I played this one when I was a Freshman in high school during the summer. I loved this friggin' game. I also played Terror from the Deep.   Which by the way, there's an interesting story on that. XCOM 2 - TFTD had an emergency patch that went out. They had multiple missions where you'd run across an airplane that had crashed in the water (because of course, the whole game TFTD is under water). And apparently shortly after release, there was a major airline crash where hundreds of people died. Maybe it was the ValueJet one in the Everglades where all the survivors of the crash were basically eaten by alligators. Anyway, the patch for XCOM TFTD 1.2 stripped out all the crash-landed underwater commercial planes. There was no real value to having them, it was just another "thing" that you'd see underwater as you were responding to an alien underwater landing. But I always thought that was interesting. If you can find the original floppy disk version of XCOM 2, it still has the crashed underwater planes in it.   But yeah... I'm assuming you've played the new XCOM and XCOM 2 that came out a few years ago? They were both pretty awesome. There was a whole slew of XCOM games that came out between XCOM 2 - TFTD, and the "new" XCOM games from a few years back. Almost none of them were very good. One of my friends (who's name I can't even remember now), put a picture of me as an Easter Egg in one of those games... I'll have to look up which XCOM it is. But if you manage to find this one area and go into it (3D), you end up walking into a room where there's a picture of me on the wall in my 1970s leather jacket from like 1999, standing next to David Hasselhoff in front of Knight Rider, and this other guy named TART who's flexing and working out at the gym (they photoshopped us all together), along with a picture of his Dodge Neon which he did all kinds of stuff in it. It's pretty funny...     BUT... ok, seriously... did you ever play the UFO games? UFO Aftershock, UFO Aftermath, and UFO Afterlight (maybe not in that order?). You HAVE TO HAVE TO HAVE TO HAVE TO play those games.   I know you like the original X-COM, it's awesome, and maybe you liked the new XCOM but thought it was maybe a bit "too much." The perfect "in between" are those three UFO games. They have all the fun / strategy of the original XCOM game, but with slightly better graphics. Here's the GOG title page for one of them (the rest are linked from this): https://www.gog.com/en/game/ufo_aftermath   Anyway, these games were made by the original XCOM developers, but under two different companies (rights kept changing hands), so it took forever for them to get all three. 
    • Gary from OPA
      RELEASE: GIF 99 Viewer for V9938/58 Systems v1.05 by O.P.A.

      By Gary from OPA · Posted

      Hmm. Ok I will look through the source and see. Maybe it is doing something strange with the registry settings for the v9938. I might not notice it since my avpc card is going through a RGB to VGA adapter board.   I will get back to you by tomorrow or Friday. Today wiped out after working out in the backyard all day fixing it up for summer.

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