Atari Is Releasing A Modernized 7800+ Console That Plays Cartridges This Holiday
Steven Petite
8/20/2024
Atari is making another cartridge-based replica of one of its classic home consoles. Last holiday retro fans got the Atari 2600+, and this holiday they can add the Atari 7800+ to their collections. Like the 2600+, the 7800+ costs $130. Along with the console, you'll get a wireless CX78+ gamepad and a copy of the modern 7800 platformer Bentley Bear's Crystal Quest to get your collection started. Atari 7800+ $130+ Atari built the 7800+ as a modernized and compact version of the iconic retro console. It connects to your TV via HDMI, plays Atari 7800 and 2600 cartridges, and works with original and third-party Atari cartridges. The included controller charges via USB-C. Bentley Bear's Crystal Quest, is a sequel to Crystal Castles--making it a nice first game to add to your library.The Atari 7800+ isn't the only new addition to the Atari catalog, as the company is releasing two new controllers alongside the console. The CX78+ is included with the Atari 7800+ and is a recreation of the popular two-button controller from the original platform. The CX40+, meanwhile, is Atari's joystick controller. It originally released last year alongside the 2600+ but has been sold out for a while.The controllers work on the Atari 7800+ and 2600+ as well as PC when using a USB-C adapter. If you happen to own the original Atari 7800 or 2600, they'll work on those, too.You can preorder the Atari 7800+ Mega Bundle for $170, a $30 discount off its list price of $200. The Mega Bundle comes with the Atari 7800+ and its controller as well as the CX40+ joystick and CX30+ Paddle Pack (two paddles). Overall, you're getting $70 worth of extra controllers for $40.Atari also has numerous 7800 game cartridges up for preorder:Asteroids Deluxe 7800Frenzy 7800Space Duel 7800Caverns of Mars 2600M-Network Collection 2600Berzerk 7800Bounty Bob Strikes Back 7800Epyx Game Collection 2600RealSports Collection 2600Bentley Bear's Crystal Quest 7800 Preorder at Atari As mentioned, the Atari 7800+ follows the 2023 release of the Atari 2600+. Keep in mind that the 2600+ can also play 7800+ games, so if you already own the 2600+, you don't need to pick up the 7800+. The Atari 2600+ is readily available at Amazon for $130. Get Atari 2600+ at Amazon Continue Reading at GameSpot...
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