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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.

1. Atari 2600 Programming
2. 2600 High Score Club
3. Harmony Cartridge
4. 2600 Game Descriptions

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.

1. Atari 5200 / 8-bit Programming
2. 5200 High Score Club

Atari 7800

The Atari 7800 was Atari's answer to the NES, originally slated to be released in 1984. Sharing more in common with the 2600 than the 5200, the 7800 plays 2600 games and uses 2600 compatible controllers.

1. Atari 7800 Programming
2. 7800 High Score Club

Atari Lynx

Atari's first portable game system, the Atari Lynx was designed by Epyx and the engineers who created the Amiga. Ahead of its time, the Lynx sported a backlit color screen and impressive games, but was unable to tackle the Gameboy juggernaut.

1. Atari Lynx Programming
2. Lynx High Score Club

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.

1. Atari Jaguar Programming
2. Jaguar High Score Club

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.

1. Atari Flashback Consoles

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!

1. Atari 5200 / 8-bit Programming
2. 8-bit High Score Club

Atari ST/TT 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 Falcon and TT.

Classic Gaming General

Discussion of all the classic game systems and computers outside the Atari realm (since we have Atari-specific forums above), such as the Vectrex, Odyssey 2, Channel F, Sega Master System, and the list goes on...

1. ColecoVision / Adam
2. Intellivision / Aquarius
3. X-Port Emulation Development
4. NES High Score Club
5. SMS High Score Club

Classic Computing

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.

Modern Gaming

This forum is for discussion of all modern game systems, including PC games and browser-based online games.

1. Microsoft Xbox 360
2. Nintendo Wii
3. Sony Playstation 3

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.

Arcade Coin-ops

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!

1. Arcade/MAME High Score Club

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!

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!

Gaming Publications and Websites

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

1. 2600 Connection Newsletter

International

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

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!

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!

High Score Clubs

Participate in high score contests for your favorite systems!

1. 2600 High Score Club
2. 5200 High Score Club
3. 7800 High Score Club
4. Jaguar High Score Club
5. 8-bit High Score Club
6. NES High Score Club
7. SMS High Score Club
8. ColecoVision High Score Club
9. Intellivision High Score Club
10. Arcade/MAME High Score Club

Marketplace

if you're a collector (and most of us are!), you can use these forums as a tool to buy, sell, and trade, as well as point out (and advertise your own) eBay auctions.

1. Auction Central
2. Wanted

Poll of the Week

Each week, Rhindle the Red will create a new poll for AtariAge members to vote on and discuss. Have an idea for a poll you'd like to see featured? Send Rhindle a PM so he may consider it!

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!

1. AtariAge Sponsored Contests

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.

1. Classic Gaming Expo 2010

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!

1. Northwest Classic Games Enthusiasts (NWCGE)
2. New England Classic Gaming (NECG)
3. Michigan Classic Gamers Group (MCGG)

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!

1. Boulder Dash® Development Blog

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.

1. Atari 2600 Programming
2. Atari 5200 / 8-bit Programming
3. Atari 7800 Programming
4. Atari Lynx Programming
5. Atari Jaguar Programming
6. ColecoVision Programming
7. TI-99/4A Programming

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.

1. Atari 2600 Hacks
2. Atari 5200 Hacks
3. Atari 7800 Hacks

Announcements

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

Web Site Comments

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

1. AtariAge Suggestions/Improvements

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!