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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)   (8,828 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

    • 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. This update has no replies.
    • Northcoastgamer

      Northcoastgamer

      Now playing at the Colecovision HSC: Burgertime, Cosmic Avenger & 2010. Join in on some CV action, it's finger blisterin' good!
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    • OLD CS1

      OLD CS1

      The short story: Paramount releases "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" on DVD.  It was apparently mastered by a summer intern using off-the-shelf software, resulting in progressive scans of interlaced sources, not de-interlaced and shit quality.  Two of the discs in the set are unreadable so I resort to alternate methods of acquisition.  I find someone has run the DS9 set through an AI up-scaler to produce a 720p collection in fantastic quality!
       
      Really, Paramount?  Would that have been so difficult for you to do and sell to us at the MSRP of $69.99?
      1. SpiceWare

        SpiceWare

        You might want to pick up the original DVD sets of the individual seasons instead of the crappy complete series.  Doing that solved the ripping problems for me, plus the file size for each episode is 2x larger than from the complete series.  More info here:
         
         
      2. OLD CS1

        OLD CS1

        @SpiceWare  Maybe the cheaper mastering is why the complete sets cost less than the individual seasons.  So damned annoying.  I have stayed away from buying individual seasons because I cannot guarantee I can get full sets and it is usually more expensive that way.
         
        I did not have such good luck with "Futurama" or "Family Guy," as well as a couple of other series.  Even the individual seasons of these were encoded poorly.  Plus, the DVD-on-Demand stuff is just garbage, in my experience.  I make full rips of those because I expect the media to die any time.
      3. SoundGammon

        SoundGammon

        On Paramount they are running HD remasters of the earlier seasons of Frasier. They are in 16x9 format and it is basically they just "zoom in" to fill the screen. Not bad, but the sides, all four, and get cut off in the process. Also on cable, one of the channels is running Murder She Wrote using the same technique, easy to tell there because you can see some of the lettering cut off at the bottom where they put in the info of guest stars and writer & director stuff.  
    • bbking67

      bbking67

      Family First
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    • Living Room Arcade

      Living Room Arcade

      KNIGHT KUEST by @Retro Lord Link ROM
       
         
       
      How would you classify this game?  
       
      My thoughts:
       
      1. x=usr(1536)

        x=usr(1536)

        In some ways, it's reminiscent of the arcade game Hunchback.  Not totally the same, but there are similarities.
         
         
        Now that I think of it, I can't recall a version of Hunchback making it to the 2600, though just about every other platform from the time seemed to get one.  Hmm.
          • Like 1
      2. Intellivision Master

        Intellivision Master

        There is a homebrew called Hunchy 2 for the 2600.  Also, there is a 2600 multi-cart with mini games on it.  One of the games is Hunchy. Both the homebrew and the multi-cart are in the AA store.
          • Like 2
      3. Living Room Arcade

        Living Room Arcade

        Hunchy in the 2005 Mini-Game Multi-Cart 

        @batari released the ROM here.  
        Hunchy is a 2k ROM that punches above it's weight IMO.  Good game!  There is also a hacked version here.  
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  • Recent Posts

    • Maztr_0n
      New(ish) 7800 Games and Accessories Giveaway

      By Maztr_0n · Posted

      hmmm thats tough, i think my list would be huge! But mainly i think i'd say: Licensed: Ghostbusters, Garfield, Alien and i guess technically HERO, Kung Fu Master, Ikari Warriors (?) and Dig Dug for 2600 AFAIK Not Property Licensed: Skateboardin', Air Raiders, Mountain King, Secret Quest for 2600 Licensed: COMMANDO!!!!, Midnight Mutants, Ball-Blazer, Ikari Warriors, Dig Dug(?), Xevious, Tower Toppler for 7800 AFAIK Not Property Licensed: Alien Brigade, BasketBrawl, Dark Chambers, Super Huey, (Im)Possible Mission, Scrapyard Dog, Asteroids, Joust, Centipede for 7800 Homebrew: Klax(?), Rikki and Vikki for 7800 i picked a lot but thats because theres a lot to love in the back catalog but for some, frankly, out-there ideas is maybe some of the (NON PORN) Mature prototypes/games (aside from i guess Alien Brigade) like Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Bloody Human Freeway or Halloween on 2600 would be funny to me to release, mainly because i find the idea of an Atari 2600 game getting a T for Teen or especially an M for Mature rating to be hilarious, but a few interesting "NEW games" that would be interesting to see are finished versions of some of the late 7800 ports from the early 90's like Pit-Fighter or Toki, and also if there was a fixed version of Karateka for 7800 that would be nice... But more than anything, if they were mad enough to get the unreleased Rescue on Fractalus 7800 finished... that would bring a tear to my eye, and to my wallet...
    • brain
      TI-74 RAM Cartridges

      By brain · Posted

      I don't want to contradict sreid, but my micrometer measures .699" from start of 1st pin to start of 15th, so .699/14 = .0499" pitch.  I think .05 should work.
    • YexxenBlaster
      2600 plays movies?

      By YexxenBlaster · Posted

      THIS IS AWESOME
    • MrFish
      Looking for 65XE PAL ROM file

      By MrFish · Posted

      Right... so, I'm asking, what is the added cost for that?  
    • YexxenBlaster
      Atari 2600 Mascot?

      By YexxenBlaster · Posted

      Captain TOM. (Cue cease and desist from Adult Swim)
    • YexxenBlaster
      Atari 2600 games with FEMALE lead characters

      By YexxenBlaster · Posted

      Of course, the body she's inside is referred to as a guy in the manual...   Anyway, taking fan stories for games into account, there are some games in my Robot Force series where you play as solely RUBY. They are: Communist Mutants from Space, Galaxian, Killer Satellites, and Plaque Attack. I'm not counting games where both DAN and RUBY are playable.
    • MrChickenz
      What do you think of the Atari 2600+ at the moment...

      By MrChickenz · Posted

      Lol! I don’t believe anyone in like the USA are complaining about 99% of games working. What some were complaining about was an official compatibility list on the official Atari website confirming games worked that actually didn’t. With the firmware update it’s now at 99%. Jeez!   Hopefully you get your system updated soon because this is a great system!
    • YexxenBlaster
      The Best Atari 2600 Commercials

      By YexxenBlaster · Posted

      I forgot to mention that! Atari and new wave clicked together (though I miss when disco and video games clicked together. P O N G)
    • mytek
      AliExpress RetroTink Equivalent 2x Scaler with HDMI Output

      By mytek · Posted

      Tried Kangaroo straight over S-Video on my VIZIO monitor and red lines are still quite visible. I also did a quick standard definition capture to make sure this was attributable to my monitor, and it wasn't.     Funny thing is, when I looked at examples on YouTube they were all over the map as far as color was concerned. But I did find one that is very similar to what I'm seeing (3rd one down).     Going back to HDMI output with the RetroScaler 2x, and playing it for a bit, didn't reveal any other issues.
    • drludos
      IntyBASIC Tiny Contest 2024 winners!!!

      By drludos · Posted

      Heya!   I'm very happy (and surprised) by the results, and I'm glad several people enjoyed the game! I'm very honored to see my game ranked on the #2 place considering all the other great entries submitted.   At first, my preference for the winner was going towards Canyon Escape as the game is fast-paced, fun to play, offer gorgeous visuals, and has a wonderful title screen (congrats @YannAros). But I actually found myself (re)playing "The Blob" more, and voting for it. There is some kind of perfect balance in this game. It’s challenging enough that it makes you think and try to plan your moves in advance, but it’s also a game that an average player (like me) can win with several tries. The core concept is great, and fits perfectly with the Intellivision controller :). So kudos to @Peripheral for making such a great game.   I’d also like to mention Chippi, as it’s arguably the most technically impressive entry, and by far. I never thought it would be possible to write an emulator running on the Intellivision, so my hats off to @decle for making it a reality!   And I’d also like to thanks and congratulate all the others participants, as in the end, I had fun playing all the games.   I'm also very happy to see that more than 40 people took the time to play the game and rate them, thanks for participating in the contest. I also loved the player feedback on the forums and through the Streaming / Youtube shows, it was wonderful, there is a good community here :). Last but not least, huge thanks to @nanochess for running this competition! I love how you managed to "slice" the 3 prizes spots to rewards 5 entries. I think it's the perfect illustration of the "friendliness" of this event, where the main goal is to have fun making and playing new games for the Intellivision.   On my end, it was my first experience working for this machine, and I had a blast! IntyBasic is very powerful and easy to use, and it's very fun to think how to use the 8 sprites and 64 background tiles to make the Intellivision display on screen what you have in mind.   I'll now work on fixing / enhancing / polishing Sheep It Up! to release a new version here, but I'm also looking forward making other games for the Intellivision in the future, as it's a very interesting machine to work with!

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