David Alexander Posted August 23, 2018 Author Share Posted August 23, 2018 Fresh from the good folks at Video61 and Atari Sales Megaoids. Pick up your copy today and support 5200 homebrew scene. http://members.tcq.net/video61/main.html 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari PAC-MAN Fan Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Just got these 2 games in the mail today! The Atari 5200 controller works surprisingly well for Donkey Kong! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 Just got these 2 games in the mail today! IMG_E0650.JPG The Atari 5200 controller works surprisingly well for Donkey Kong! I am awaiting my copy of DK for the 5200. Also order Pac Man Jr. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hwlngmad Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 I know that you gents have spoken about various reviews by the AVGN, FigureItOut Productions, and Metal Jesus (Rocks). However, the Atari 5200 was just reviewed by Replay Retro, and gave a really good and honest review of the system ( ). Definitely it is worth checking out if you have not already done so as the review is really well researched and produced. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted August 31, 2018 Author Share Posted August 31, 2018 I know that you gents have spoken about various reviews by the AVGN, FigureItOut Productions, and Metal Jesus (Rocks). However, the Atari 5200 was just reviewed by Replay Retro, and gave a really good and honest review of the system ( ). Definitely it is worth checking out if you have not already done so as the review is really well researched and produced. Thanks for sharing. I posted a link of the video on our Facebook page. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari PAC-MAN Fan Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Just a question. If I can get my hands on a Wico Y cable, do I really need the Wico joystick? Or can I use any Atari or Sega controller with no analog? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted September 1, 2018 Author Share Posted September 1, 2018 Just a question. If I can get my hands on a Wico Y cable, do I really need the Wico joystick? Or can I use any Atari or Sega controller with no analog? I do not believe you can do that but I will contact co-host Steve who is the master of controllers and the king of adapters to give you a definitive answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave1 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Just a question. If I can get my hands on a Wico Y cable, do I really need the Wico joystick? Or can I use any Atari or Sega controller with no analog? David is right- the splitter cable will not work with any controller other than the Wico joystick it was designed to be used with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari PAC-MAN Fan Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 (edited) David is right- the splitter cable will not work with any controller other than the Wico joystick it was designed to be used with. Ok, but why does the Competition-pro joystick work? Aren't the 2 buttons on that controller only for left and right-handed play? The box doesn't say anything about the 5200. Edited September 1, 2018 by Atari PAC-MAN Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted September 2, 2018 Author Share Posted September 2, 2018 Interesting 3D Printed Atari 5200 Controller buttons http://atariage.com/forums/topic/282112-redesigned-buttons-for-atari-5200-joystick/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave1 Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Ok, but why does the Competition-pro joystick work? Aren't the 2 buttons on that controller only for left and right-handed play? The box doesn't say anything about the 5200. The box had a big orange sticker on it that showed it was for the 5200: http://atariage.com/forums/topic/154170-fs-competition-pro-5000-joystick-boxed-for-atari-5200/ Those two buttons have independent actions on the 5200 because it was manufactured to be specific to the 5200. Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave1 Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Interesting 3D Printed Atari 5200 Controller buttons http://atariage.com/forums/topic/282112-redesigned-buttons-for-atari-5200-joystick/ Hmm that's got me thinking... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari PAC-MAN Fan Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 The box had a big orange sticker on it that showed it was for the 5200: http://atariage.com/forums/topic/154170-fs-competition-pro-5000-joystick-boxed-for-atari-5200/ Those two buttons have independent actions on the 5200 because it was manufactured to be specific to the 5200. Hope that helps. Ok. Didn't know they made one specifically for the 5200. It looks exactly like the other ones except for that orange sticker. I always assumed people just used the regular competition pro with a separate Y cable. Thanks for the advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaserCat Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Wait a minute! Does the fourth image on post 351 suggest that Tempest Elite is headed to the 5200 or is that just an ad for the 8-bit version? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 Wait a minute! Does the fourth image on post 351 suggest that Tempest Elite is headed to the 5200 or is that just an ad for the 8-bit version? I believe that to be the case. I will check with Lance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodak Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Those wico y cables are worth 30 apiece according to eBay. I was looking to get a double wico setup but $150 is hard to swallow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaserCat Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 (edited) Those wico y cables are worth 30 apiece according to eBay. I was looking to get a double wico setup but $150 is hard to swallow. I'm at a $150 for two controllers, one keypad, and one Y cable. Gotta admit that I absolutely love those Wicos and my 9 years old god daughter feels the same way. She is a wiz at Frogger. Edited September 3, 2018 by LaserCat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hwlngmad Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Are there any more updates on the Atari 5200 Black Edition? Definitely I would be very interested in one if this project does come to fruition. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+sramirez2008 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Are there any more updates on the Atari 5200 Black Edition? Definitely I would be very interested in one if this project does come to fruition. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaserCat Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Are there any more updates on the Atari 5200 Black Edition? Definitely I would be very interested in one if this project does come to fruition. Black Edition? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hwlngmad Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 (edited) Yes, there is a gentleman in Germany who is planning to upgrade a whole bunch of 5200s with things like HDMI output and other upgrades. It won't be cheap $250+ (shipping not included). However, it looks to be a really awesome project that if it becomes a reality, could be the 5200 to have for many, many years to come. Black Edition? Edited September 7, 2018 by Hwlngmad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaserCat Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 (edited) I'm all about analog crt so no hdmi but I am intrigued by "other upgrades". Edited September 7, 2018 by LaserCat 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariBrian Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Yes, there is a gentleman in Germany who is planning to upgrade a whole bunch of 5200s with things like HDMI output and other upgrades. It won't be cheap $250+ (shipping not included). However, it looks to be a really awesome project that if it becomes a reality, could be the 5200 to have for many, many years to come. Who is this guy ? Does he have an ebay account ? If it is who I think it is the guy was banned from AA and is a total scum and sells junk . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Alexander Posted September 8, 2018 Author Share Posted September 8, 2018 Who is this guy ? Does he have an ebay account ? If it is who I think it is the guy was banned from AA and is a total scum and sells junk . I had previously purchased his set of 69 5200 overlays with no issues. He is out of Germany. Here is a link to the website http://0711spiele.de/zubehoer/atari-5200-orphan-overlay-collection/ Does this seem to be the same person you are talking about? His name is Ralf Puchner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ralf.puchner?sk=wall&fref=gs&dti=1071190119564807&hc_location=group_dialog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthe80s Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 I'm all about analog crt so no hdmi but I am intrigued by "other upgrades". Right on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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