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Atari is not done banking on nostalgia. The iconic video game company is again teaming up with Plaion Games to release another backward-compatible console.
If you are sitting on a treasure trove of Atari 2600 game cartridges, blow the dust off them because the new Atari 7800 Plus retro console can put them to good use again.
Atari is partnering with publisher, developer, and distributor Plaion Games to launch the 7800 Plus. This console features an HDMI port to connect with modern televisions and, like the original console, supports Atari 2600 and 7800 game cartridges.
According to a press release, the Atari 7800 Plus is now available for preorder at $129.99 and will be available this “winter 2024.”
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The Atari 7800 Plus’ Specs
Aside from being a smaller version, the Atari 7800 Plus looks exactly like the original console and will allow players to play games in widescreen mode or a 4:3 aspect ratio for retro gamers who want an authentic retro gaming experience.
The console will feature two new wireless controllers, the CX78 Plus Wireless Gamepad, which perfectly recreates the console’s original controller.
The CX78 Plus Wireless Gamepad is available as part of a bundle or sold separately for $34.99. The controller works with last year’s Atari 2600 Plus or can be connected to a PC using a USB-C adapter.
For the Atari purists, a $34.99 CX40 Plus Wireless Joystick will be available for purchase separately.
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The console will come with one game, Crystal Castles’ sequel Bentley Bear’s Crystal Quest. Still, if you want to bolster your collection with 10 additional titles, they will be available separately for $29.99.
The Atari 7800 Plus follows the release of 2023’s Atari 2600+ Mini and the long-delayed Atari VCS.
If you want to get your hands on one, head here to preorder.