Schizophretard Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 I don't believe I called it a console and I don't remember commenting on what games it played. I seem to recall only stating some of the things it wasn't. But in saying that it is not a new traditional console instead of saying that it is not a new console at all is saying without actually saying that it is a console in a non-traditional way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDTAY Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 I actually have a new guess I just came up with. I know that Atari signed a deal to make a game show premiering in the fall. Is Ataribox's value add meant to be a way to interact with that and other television programs? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDTAY Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 I wanna try to quit talking about Ataribox until we have actual info, but my condition I keep referring to leaves me at home everyday without much to do, and I end up like this. I'm good enough at programming to make almost any 2D game I can think of, but I always end up wasting my time on internet forums instead. I used to be better than this. People like the current combination of medications I'm on because I actually can hold a conversation in real life now, but I'm finding it difficult to do anything but converse and would really like to try something different. But enough about me... Atari, get some info in here already, darnit. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzip Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 I actually have a new guess I just came up with. I know that Atari signed a deal to make a game show premiering in the fall. Is Ataribox's value add meant to be a way to interact with that and other television programs? Interesting idea.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toiletunes Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 My guess is they're reading the speculation threads for ideas on what to make. In other words: 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 My guess is they're reading the speculation threads for ideas on what to make. In other words: SHe just got Zonked! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toiletunes Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Better than finding someone's head... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StopDrop&Retro Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Alright, so I'm not sure exactly why but /v/ is really taking a liking to Ataribox. It's strange because I recall several Retro VGS threads on there back when the topic was relevant and even right after the video card reveal but no one there gave a shit about it. In case Ataribox does know, this isn't a good sign. It's all fun right now because everyone is speculating about what this thing could be but on 4chan that can quickly turn into a game of "let's torture Ataribox" and it's only more enticing when your CEO is an easily irritable French man. They already had an Ataribox hoax today: Clearly faked as it doesn't exist on their twitter but it shows that things are just getting started. I think it's going to be an epic shitstorm. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyper_Eye Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I can't take it anymore! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 In case Ataribox does know, this isn't a good sign. It's all fun right now because everyone is speculating about what this thing could be but on 4chan that can quickly turn into a game of "let's torture Ataribox" and it's only more enticing when your CEO is an easily irritable French man. They already had an Ataribox hoax today: Given my distaste for that froggish clown I can't wait for the inevitable implosion, well that or aneurysm whatevers pops first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+SabertoothRetro Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 (edited) That Atari FB post was a repost from the Ataribox FB a day earlier. That post said that there will be 2 editions, 2 boxes and more info coming in 2 weeks. Also, in the comments on FB, Ataribox clarified that this is what they are calling the project. The actual product name is yet to be revealed. https://www.facebook.com/atariboxofficial/posts/326047647833158 Edited July 6, 2017 by atariLBC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StopDrop&Retro Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 ^ so wait, it's real?? That's odd, it's not on their twitter, maybe they deleted it. That pic doesn't inspire confidence though, I'm pretty sure it's going to be a streaming box. I'm guessing something similar to the GameStick, just a box that plays games on its own storefront and vehemently denies being an OUYA. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newsdee Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 It's going to be a next generation cloud-based synergy enabled interactive experience with nostalgia overtones to captivate the target broad spectrum of audiences that retain a modicum of brand awareness for the Atari brand of yesteryear. Excuse me while I go wash my mouth as it seems a male bovine just had a bad day. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 "What's in the box!?"At this point box could be filled with week old cat litter for all I care. Nothing they do or say will pique my interest lower than it already is. Shit or get off the pot already... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schizophretard Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I can't take it anymore! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixdownita Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I actually have a new guess I just came up with. I know that Atari signed a deal to make a game show premiering in the fall. Is Ataribox's value add meant to be a way to interact with that and other television programs? I can see myself throwing that brick to the TV but I doubt that would be the intended usage .... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eltigro Posted July 7, 2017 Share Posted July 7, 2017 It's going to be a next generation cloud-based synergy enabled interactive experience with nostalgia overtones to captivate the target broad spectrum of audiences that retain a modicum of brand awareness for the Atari brand of yesteryear. Excuse me while I go wash my mouth as it seems a male bovine just had a bad day. You need to have something being "leveraged" in there... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StopDrop&Retro Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Well, it seems Ataribox will be crowdfunded according to this article written after a shareholder meeting: https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zonebourse.com%2FATARI-2168735%2Factualite%2FAtari-Le-Groupe-Atari-reaffirme-sa-strategie-de-croissance-rentable-a-l-issue-du-salon-des-jeux-vi-24638926%2Fhttp%3A%2F%2F Connected Objects: Development of a new hardware productOn May 30, 2017, at the publication of its annual turnover, the Atari group announced the "... Preparation of a public relations campaign and crowdfunding to test the viability of a new product Hardware for video games ". The Group has since broadcast a video unveiling a first design of this new product, whose functionalities and technical characteristics will be announced according to the progress of the works. https://www.ataribox.com The Group believes that it is able to develop an attractive product, using the brand awareness of the Atari brand in hardware . To limit risk taking, this product will initially be launched as part of a crowdfunding campaign . The Group also works on other connected objects, integrating innovative audio functions, or Internet objects (Sigfox). I guess I get to keep all the hair on my head. Anyone with an eye on the industry could tell these guys don't have anything worth their hype and that usually smells like crowdfunding. /v/ is going to slaughter this thing, it's what they wanted all along, farming a new meme. Also in updates: Please tell me that last one is fake. lol 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Please tell me that last one is fake. lol Well he can always play PONG by ear. BEEP... BOOP... PS love your new avatar btw... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enoofu Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Why does the Ataribox sound like it comes from the Gom Jabbar scene in Dune Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDTAY Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) Crosspost from another Ataribox thread, since this one seems to be getting all the attention: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelarzt -Responsible for launch of new connected device, wearables and hardware division that will reinvigorate Ataris legacy as a creator and marketer of fun and innovative consumer products. -Oversight of new product development, marketing, OEM & strategic partnerships and associated tasks. -Building Atari Connect to be a premier game, consumer product and pop-culture lifestyle brand for gamers and everyone who loves fun and useful devices and apps. -Actively hunting for, and open to, any new and innovative connected product ideas worthy of the great and beloved Atari name! Looks like Sigfox is what's in the box after all. Edited July 8, 2017 by JDTAY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dj_convoy Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Well he can always play PONG by ear. BEEP... BOOP... :ponder:PS love your new avatar btw... I've been staring at this ad for like five minutes. It can't be real. Can it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good_Times Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I've been staring at this ad for like five minutes. It can't be real. Can it? It's real alright, real cringeworthy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaperman Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) Okay, I'm back--have they told us what this is yet, or do we have to crowdfund it before they even bother figuring that one out? Kind of feels like column 'b' but apparently there are other threads I haven't seen. Hypothetical: If one created a gif of trump beating up an atari logo, would that be considered political, or simply 'dank'? Edited July 8, 2017 by Reaperman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godslabrat Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Crowdfunding? So that means, not only don't they want to say what it is, they don't even have enough confidence in the idea to put their own money up front? Ataribox can go take a hike. Seriously, this is screaming "cash grab". 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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