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Looking to purchase a copy of Beef Drop for the Atari 7800 with POKEY sound (chip) already onboard in the cart. I realize that the XM will support POKEY sound for the VE edition of the game, but really want a stand alone copy of Beef Drop with the POKEY chip to proper reflect the collection I once had for the 7800.
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Trebor
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Atari 7800 - Reignited Fire
Sat Jan 28, 2012 2:35 PM
A huge thank you to Bob (PacManPlus), on all his hard work and efforts with the 7800. This is not to detract or diminish the work done by others in the community, but there are three HUGE factors as to why I was drawn to not only purchase all 'PacManPlus' games, but also my drive and interest to purchase and start collection for the Atari 7800 again.
1. The Man Himself And My Experience - Bob has been one of the most genuine, honest, and friendly people I have ever dealt with in the emulation community (And life in general). It is not only his overall positive attitude, but his humility and willingness to work with community members even going back to previous finished products and throwing a little more polish (Although not needed) on them... See the latest 'Small dots' in Pac-Man Collection thread for just one of many examples here: http://www.atariage....ttn-pacmanplus/
2. Product - Always Professional and often better (If not as good) than Atari 'officially' released titles. While the first point could be interpreted subjectively, and my third point could be seen as moot to some, this point is without debate or question. His arcade 'ports' are incredible and original creations amazing. You get so much more than what you pay. His attention to detail in all areas is fantastic. Excellent quality is an understatement.
3. Freely Distributing His Games Digitally - Every single title is available to play - Un-crippled and fully functioning under an emulator. Prior to my loss of my entire classic game collection (Over 30 years worth), after my loss, and now in the 'reignited' stage, this was and still is a huge deal to me - It really means a lot. For me, I am much more inclined to purchase a game from an author when they freely distribute the ROM. I'm being open, honest, and candid here. Not trying to and do not want this to turn into a debate; just my feelings and two cents on the matter.
Background to why this is a 'reignited fire':
Back in 2010, during a move, I lost my entire classic (Older than 16-bit) game collection - consoles, games, computers, disks, nearly everything. I had two 7800's (both with Expansion ports, and one with plastic still covering the metal plate on the console and controllers), two Atari 2600 (4-port woody and a heavy-sixer), two ColecoVisions, NES (2 brand new top loaders / 1 toaster), and a slew of other hardware. I also lost all my cartridges, 200+ NES games, 300+ Atari 2600, ~50 Atari 7800, ~20 ColecoVision, and some other carts. Some stuff I had since 1979-1980.
I always and still do love emulation. And now having more responsibilities and less space since the loss, I was determined to just stick with emulation only. However, seeing Bob's releases, and knowing that despite my love for emulation, even with freely distributed ROMs, nothing beats the real thing, baby! I probably will never be able to either store or obtain all I had before, but PacManPlus and the aforementioned reasons, have moved me to regain a collection and a passion I have for the 7800.
Again, I'm being honest and not looking to slight anyone...Curt Vendel, Albert, Ken Siders, GroovyBee, and whomever else I am missing...What you guys have done and continue to do is phenomenal and greatly appreciated as well. I am one-two weeks away from purchasing an XM...Just want to have a 7800 in hand first.
As for the rest of the community, long time members and new ones, thank you for making this community and especially these boards great. There once was a time when there were many emulation/classic gaming sites with a feel similar to that of AtariAge, now there is not even a handful. Thanks to all for keeping this one special; especially for the 7800...I chose it above an NES 'back in the day' ...(Owned a 7800 back in '87, didn't have a NES until '89)... and looks like old habits still die hard. 
Last but not least note: Keep the community and system alive - Buy the games - Especially from homebrew/self-publish authors - and support the hardware. Get on board with XM all you 7800 owners. What that entire 'XM' team is doing and Curt's legacy alone is not short of breathtaking and needs our support.
1. The Man Himself And My Experience - Bob has been one of the most genuine, honest, and friendly people I have ever dealt with in the emulation community (And life in general). It is not only his overall positive attitude, but his humility and willingness to work with community members even going back to previous finished products and throwing a little more polish (Although not needed) on them... See the latest 'Small dots' in Pac-Man Collection thread for just one of many examples here: http://www.atariage....ttn-pacmanplus/
2. Product - Always Professional and often better (If not as good) than Atari 'officially' released titles. While the first point could be interpreted subjectively, and my third point could be seen as moot to some, this point is without debate or question. His arcade 'ports' are incredible and original creations amazing. You get so much more than what you pay. His attention to detail in all areas is fantastic. Excellent quality is an understatement.
3. Freely Distributing His Games Digitally - Every single title is available to play - Un-crippled and fully functioning under an emulator. Prior to my loss of my entire classic game collection (Over 30 years worth), after my loss, and now in the 'reignited' stage, this was and still is a huge deal to me - It really means a lot. For me, I am much more inclined to purchase a game from an author when they freely distribute the ROM. I'm being open, honest, and candid here. Not trying to and do not want this to turn into a debate; just my feelings and two cents on the matter.
Background to why this is a 'reignited fire':
Back in 2010, during a move, I lost my entire classic (Older than 16-bit) game collection - consoles, games, computers, disks, nearly everything. I had two 7800's (both with Expansion ports, and one with plastic still covering the metal plate on the console and controllers), two Atari 2600 (4-port woody and a heavy-sixer), two ColecoVisions, NES (2 brand new top loaders / 1 toaster), and a slew of other hardware. I also lost all my cartridges, 200+ NES games, 300+ Atari 2600, ~50 Atari 7800, ~20 ColecoVision, and some other carts. Some stuff I had since 1979-1980.
I always and still do love emulation. And now having more responsibilities and less space since the loss, I was determined to just stick with emulation only. However, seeing Bob's releases, and knowing that despite my love for emulation, even with freely distributed ROMs, nothing beats the real thing, baby! I probably will never be able to either store or obtain all I had before, but PacManPlus and the aforementioned reasons, have moved me to regain a collection and a passion I have for the 7800.
Again, I'm being honest and not looking to slight anyone...Curt Vendel, Albert, Ken Siders, GroovyBee, and whomever else I am missing...What you guys have done and continue to do is phenomenal and greatly appreciated as well. I am one-two weeks away from purchasing an XM...Just want to have a 7800 in hand first.
As for the rest of the community, long time members and new ones, thank you for making this community and especially these boards great. There once was a time when there were many emulation/classic gaming sites with a feel similar to that of AtariAge, now there is not even a handful. Thanks to all for keeping this one special; especially for the 7800...I chose it above an NES 'back in the day' ...(Owned a 7800 back in '87, didn't have a NES until '89)... and looks like old habits still die hard. Last but not least note: Keep the community and system alive - Buy the games - Especially from homebrew/self-publish authors - and support the hardware. Get on board with XM all you 7800 owners. What that entire 'XM' team is doing and Curt's legacy alone is not short of breathtaking and needs our support.
