Atari 2600 is reborn with an impressive new version compatible with original cartridges

Nostalgia lovers, rejoice. Atari has just announced the release Atari 2600+, a modernized version of the iconic 2600 console that has marked before and after in video game history. The new system is presented as a complete game with a nice novelty that Compatible with a wide range of original cartridges..

Of course, being a modern version of the console of yesteryear, the Atari 2600+ is equipped with elements that did not exist more than 40 years ago. Such is the case with the HDMI output, making it easy to connect it to any TV or monitor today, or supply power via a USB-C port.

Atari has worked with PLAION to develop this retrofit of the historic 2600. It is worth noting that the model being copied is a 4-switch model that was sold between 1980 and 1982.rather than the 6-switch that was originally introduced in 1977.

Atari 2600+ is fully consistent with the original design of the console, but also the controller. CX40 — in this case renamed CX40+—. Although the new version includes a controller, those who wish will also be able to purchase it separately. In addition, Atari will sell a replica of the memorable team paddle CX30 which used handles instead of levers.

Atari 2600 is back with this upgraded version

The most attractive thing about the Atari 2600+ is that, as we said at the beginning, it is compatible with a wide variety of original cartridges. But the device is not limited to games on 2600, it also works with 7800console, which went on sale in 1986.

In fact, Atari has published an extensive list of games that are compatible with the 2600+. There, gamers can see that the vast majority of games available for both systems – both Atari and third-party – have been tested and work. It’s true that even so, some video games seem unverified, but only three video games are labeled as unplayable: Real sports boxing, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre And Super Cobra.

Those who do not have original cartridges should not worry either. Atari 2600+ will come with 10 in 1 cartridge which will include the following games:

• Yar’s Revenge
• video pinball
• surround
• Real sports volleyball
• Missile Command
• Labyrinth Madness
• House with the ghosts
• Avoid them
• the battle
• Adventure

In addition, the CX30+ controller will ship with a 4-in-1 cartridge, while Atari will also sell separate 4-in-1 cartridges. Mr run and jump And Berzerk – Extended Edition.

Hardware 2600+

It is worth saying that the new version of the Atari 2600 there will be no heavy-duty components in its retro body.. The console will be powered by a Rockchip 3128 microprocessor with 256MB of DDR3 RAM. The internal memory will be 256MB (eMMC) and not expandable.

Thus, the company tried to keep the power and performance of the original game console as much as possible. Let’s also not forget that those who are looking for emulation capabilities on modern hardware may want to use the Atari VCS released a couple of years ago.

Price and availability

Atari 2600+ will be available worldwide starting next November 17. The “regular” bundle, which includes the console, CX40+ controller, 10-in-1 game cartridge, USB-C power cable, and HDMI cable, will be sold in exchange for $129.99 / €119.99 / £99.99.

Those looking to buy another CX40+ controller will have to shell out $24.99, €22.99 or £19.99. And the CX30+ with 4-in-1 game cartridge will cost $39.99, €34.99 or £29.99. Finally some cartridges Mr run and jump And Berzerk – Extended Edition they will cost $29.99, €29.99 or £24.99 each.