Which console do 2600 gamers use to play physical 2600 games?

[0078265317]

On 2/26/2022 at 12:16 PM, Albert said:

I almost always use a 2600 console, but sometimes I'll use a 7800. 

 

How about the Retron 77?  As well as third-party consoles like the Gemini and expansion modules like the ColecoVision Expansion Module #1?  Or even the Atari 5200 VCS adapter, although I doubt many people are using that.

 

 ..Al

I have an adapter for my 5200 as well.  Got it off Ebay on November 26th 2019 for like 60 dollars and 5 cents with a used listed for parts but fully working when it arrived Atari 5200 system.

[littleman jack]

I use both. Mostly the 7800, unless I want to play a game that doesn't run on or fit in the 7800. The nice thing about the 7800 is that it lends itself to a quick game of two-player cooperative Centipede after a barrage of 2600 games.

[+sramirez2008]

8 minutes ago, littleman jack said:

The nice thing about the 7800 is that it lends itself to a quick game of two-player cooperative Centipede

This?

…and 7800 Asteroids.

[Lauren Tyler]

I only have two Atari 7800 consoles, but I wouldn't mind an original Atari 2600 sometime.

[superseth]

I started using my original 2600 from the 80s but wanted to try modding a system for composite to connect to a better display. Grabbing a broken 7800 (the RF module was busted up) seemed like a great way to bring a machine back to life and leave my 2600 stock. The mod turned out just fine and I now use that all the time. The only thing I miss is the ability to toggle b/w-color for games that need it to be held for something.

[digdugnate]

I have a modded light 6-switcher for my physical carts.

[+GoldLeader]

My modded light sixer is acting up, so my 7800 is getting the use right now.

[+sixersfan105]

On 3/1/2022 at 9:33 PM, littleman jack said:

Mostly the 7800, unless I want to play a game that doesn't run on or fit in the 7800

Focusing on the "fit" in a 7800 (emphasis above is mine), you should consider purchasing the Lock-On 2600. No more fit issues with 2600 carts in a 7800 console!  I have one and it's great. If you're interested, I recommend contacting the OP of that thread with interest as opposed to purchasing at whatever link is listed in that thread, as it sounds like he's considering switching distributors.

[+sramirez2008]

4 minutes ago, sixersfan105 said:

Focusing on the "fit" in a 7800 (emphasis above is mine), you should consider purchasing the Lock-On 2600. No more fit issues with 2600 carts in a 7800 console!  I have one and it's great. If you're interested, I recommend contacting the OP of that thread with interest as opposed to purchasing at whatever link is listed in that thread, as it sounds like he's considering switching distributors.

+1 for the Lock-On 2600.  Great product.?

[Gunther]

On 2/28/2022 at 5:07 AM, BIGHMW said:

I also, own a VCS adapter with my 5200, and, also, a Flashback 9 with the SD card, or does that not count?

Just 7800, or 2600 dude.

 

[Mikebloke]

I mostly use the 7800, but here in PAL land the graphics isn't great and blinks for many NTSC 2600 games. I either choose to use the retron 77 in that case, or I'll get a 2600 out if compatibility isn't great with that either. The 2600 doesn't guarantee the right colours, but it does guarantee anyone with epilepsy won't have a fit. 

[glurk]

I've never even seen a 7800 in person, LOL, just in photos.  I have a 2600 'Vader' model that I think is the best looking model, modded with a UAV that I installed.  Works great for me.  And Flashback joysticks, which I actually like.

[littleman jack]

On 3/4/2022 at 2:03 PM, sixersfan105 said:

Focusing on the "fit" in a 7800 (emphasis above is mine), you should consider purchasing the Lock-On 2600. No more fit issues with 2600 carts in a 7800 console!  I have one and it's great. If you're interested, I recommend contacting the OP of that thread with interest as opposed to purchasing at whatever link is listed in that thread, as it sounds like he's considering switching distributors.

Thanks for the tip!

[0078265317]

So which games are tight in the 7800?  Or too many to list?  I wonder if I have any.

[+LS650]

I have three or four 2600s.  I usually play on a Sunnyvale heavy 6-er.

[classicgamesnut]

     Love my Hong Kong Sixer.  All original except for the power switch and works great.  

     Seems like this one was the model I saw most often on the store displays as a kid, where I put in most of my Atari gaming time, so it's not only functional but holds a special slice of nostalgia as well.

[littleman jack]

9 hours ago, 0078265317 said:

So which games are tight in the 7800?  Or too many to list?  I wonder if I have any.

It depends on which 7800 you have. There seems to be two batches of 7800s. Some don't have a problem with any carts. Mine has trouble with Imagic carts and some red label carts.

[0078265317]

1 hour ago, littleman jack said:

It depends on which 7800 you have. There seems to be two batches of 7800s. Some don't have a problem with any carts. Mine has trouble with Imagic carts and some red label carts.

No expansion port on the side.

[jhd]

 

I have literally never seen a 7800 -- they presumably received only limited distribution here in Canada.

 

I have not used original hardware in a very long time as my collection is still in storage (though I hope to extricate it this Summer), but when I did, I preferred the Gemini.

 

I never experienced any compatibility problems, and the diminutive size of the console made it appealing. I used original joysticks rather than those odd hybrid controllers. 

[Video]

My old Vader I got in like 84. I've got others and 7800's but this is my primary system.

 

A few games don't like the 7800 (mostly due to fitting) but a handful use b/w for functions and the 7800 pushbutton doesn't work for them.

[BydoEmpire]

7800 due to space. That's what I've got hooked up, 2600 is in a drawer (I suspect it's waiting patiently for its chance to shine again).

[+sramirez2008]

On 3/1/2022 at 7:44 PM, bluejay said:

What, no ColecoVision Expansion Module #1?

I recently received a ColecoVision console and had Expansion Module #1 waiting...

[+GoldLeader]

On 3/6/2022 at 9:00 PM, 0078265317 said:

No expansion port on the side.

 

I think yours is like all 3 of mine.  A little tight but overall I have no issues...Pretty sure it's the earlier models that have the problems.

[+GoldLeader]

2 hours ago, sramirez2008 said:

I recently received a ColecoVision console and had Expansion Module #1 waiting...

 

That's what I used for Years!

 

When I bought my ColecoVision and module #1, my mom asked me to sell my Atari to my aunt...I'd eventually buy (and be given) replacement Ataris,  but I always wished I still had my original*...

 

 

*Unfortunately it's long gone as my cousin (May he R.I.P.) lost a storage shed which we're pretty sure contained my original 2600...

[+sramirez2008]

13 minutes ago, GoldLeader said:

*Unfortunately it's long gone as my cousin (May he R.I.P.)

Sorry to hear about your cousin.