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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)   (8,830 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

    • SlidellMan

      SlidellMan

      How to fix a dead arcade game:
       
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    • x=usr(1536)

      x=usr(1536)

      Can you imagine a world with hover bacon?
       
       
      1. bent_pin

        bent_pin

      2. frankodragon

        frankodragon

    • dudeguy

      dudeguy

      Can't leave this f***ing company soon enough. June 3rd feels like too long a ways away
      1. ZippyOasys

        ZippyOasys

        what company is that?
      2. dudeguy

        dudeguy

        one that I will never work at ever again
    • Maztr_0n

      Maztr_0n

      Sometimes you wonder why you're not able to get yourself to do that important thing ya wanna do, but then you realize you're sitting here on atariage...

      Stay Slacky..! even if just for 30 minutes... -v-
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    • 7800Knight

      7800Knight

      The Mirage, one of the definitive mega-resorts of Las Vegas, is closing down.  Wow...Las Vegas sure has changed.
       
      https://abc7.com/post/the-mirage-hotel-casino-on-las-vegas-strip-to-close-this-summer-july-17/14821723/
      1. x=usr(1536)

        x=usr(1536)

        Ditto the Tropicana.
         
        The last few times I've been to Las Vegas it's evident that tourism never really recovered from COVID.  Fewer machines are occupied, it's been relatively easy to get a hotel room, and comps and cheap buffets are essentially a thing of the past.  Even the gaming areas designed to appeal to Chinese players are pretty much empty.
         
        There seems to be a definite shift happening from attracting people on the basis of 24/7 hedonism and over to being event-oriented - the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, events at the Sphere, the new stadium being built, etc.  To be fair, this has been happening for a while, but it really seems to have picked up over the last 3 years or so.
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      2. dudeguy

        dudeguy

        Could it be that young people have zero interest in blowing their money on computer and table games that they know are set up to where the house has the edge in nearly every single game there, and don't enjoy being around greedy simpletons who don't understand that concept?
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      3. 7800Knight

        7800Knight

        @dudeguy It is possible to win in Vegas if you play the right games the right way.  Sadly, most won't be those people and I doubt today's young people have the patience or potential to even try.
      4. dudeguy

        dudeguy

        @7800Knight it's just a different culture and I think that type of gaming has gone by the wayside. Young people would rather play video games at home that have an actual storyline or play a game where they have more than a 1% sway in whether the odds will favor them or not. Most young people are playing trading card games, fewer and fewer are still playing Texas hold em (though it's still a big thing obviously)
      5. dudeguy

        dudeguy

        online gambling has taken over too. sports betting and fantasy football, March Madness brackets. so gambling is still popular with young people but they're not driving across country to do it, they're doing it from their living room. or investing in crypto BS

  • Recent Posts

    • Rickster8
      Intellivision HSC Season 19 - Game 14 - Vectron / Congo Bongo

      By Rickster8 · Posted

      My last Vectron entry for this go-around..... 👍     65,980      
    • jeffgamer
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      By jeffgamer · Posted

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      By dudeguy · Posted

      A lot of a company's success comes down to marketing. I wasn't around when the NES came out but maybe they just ran a really good ad campaign. I look at all those pre-NES consoles and just go "blecccchhh!!!" To me, the system just made sense. Simple design, sleek exterior, good graphics (for its time)   Nintendo basically dominated the market from 1985 until 1991 or so when the Genesis picked up steam with Sonic. And id argue still basically stayed the market leader until the Playstation came out
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      By SlidellMan · Posted

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    • Karl G
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      By Karl G · Posted

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      By phoenixdownita · Posted

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    • MrFish
      Looking for 65XE PAL ROM file

      By MrFish · Posted

      Pretty simple board and few components and connectors. I think the audience is pretty small; most people would prefer to find other paths to any upgrades they need/want for the machine. I generally have to agree with that.  
    • Gary from OPA
      Off-Topic / Dumping Thread

      By Gary from OPA · Posted

      Most of it was tip and taxes.   The crazy part is McDonald's charges you still $5.39 for the now empty box with wrapper and bag.   But with the amount of views he got from his one post on twitter, he will earn like a few hundred dollars from it.   He should be fair divide up his twitter winfall earnings with the McDonald's workers and dasher thst went to all that trouble to just prepare and then deliver the empty box.
    • acadiel
      TI-74 RAM Cartridges

      By acadiel · Posted

      Could be slightly off and more compact - I'll have to take pictures of the two connectors next to each other.  The TE connector is larger than the TI one is.  My guess is that the TI one was custom made to fit, and Steve did confirm that it was custom made.   Edit:  I measured and remembered one of the issues - the card edge in the 74 is 20.8mm when measured end to end.  I just measured that opening in the TE connector, and it's not wide enough (20mm is a tight fit). I think compared to the TI version, it was thicker as well.  I did correspond with TE about the requirements (this was several years ago), and I need to find that e-mail, but needless to say, that was the *closest* thing they had.  My statement still stands about us needing to either recreate the connectors that can fit that were made for the 74 (or hack the TE one, which will get tedious because they will have to be hand modified).    If one of you finds an easier path, I'm all for it!
    • DecAns
      Convert Falcon RGB565 to RGB888

      By DecAns · Posted

      I'm trying to find the correct way to convert Falcon RGB565 to RGB888. Since Falcon has a 6-bit DAC, color conversion can be divided into two steps: 1) RGB565 -> RGB666 2) RGB666 -> RGB888. I'm interested in the first step. I could not find a direct description of the first step. And therefore I draw conclusions only based on indirect evidence. In the "Atari Falcon030 Technical documentation October 1st, 1992" the RGB565 mode is called XGA in some places. Another book, "XGA Software programmers`s guide" says the following: "The XGA subsystem can display direct color as a 16 bit pixel where the color fields are shown below. These fields provide the most significant bits of the inputs to the DACs with the color value. Any missing lower order bits are always specified to be 0". And I conclude that in order to convert 5-bit values to 6-bit values, I just need to shift the value to the left by 1 bit. Does Falcon actually use this method? Can anyone confirm or refute my conclusion?

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