Bill Loguidice Posted June 9 Share Posted June 9 18 hours ago, MantaNZ said: I doubt that he's an outlier. As long as the kids don't know what they are playing is "old and uncool" I doubt that they'd care. There was another retro event here in NZ recently and, as usual, the retro games were super popular with very young kids. I've had other people's kids come over and see me play ancient stuff and instantly want to have a go, too. I'd say he is, but then I guess we all have our own experiences and it's not really worth arguing about. In my experience, kids know what looks and feels old (not just videogames) and tend not to be attracted to it. Again, this is speaking in general, and there will always be outliers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+jeremiahjt Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 8 hours ago, MantaNZ said: Well, that makes sense - you're used to it. I've never used one before but I have used NES and SMS controllers for many years. The buttons are also too far from the edge of the controller IMO. I mean, button one is pretty much smack-bang in the centre... I used an NES controller for a couple of decades before I ever touched a CX-78. Heck, I probably played with a Master System controller for half a decade before using a CX-78, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+jeremiahjt Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 Double post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetmanUK Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 (edited) On 6/8/2024 at 6:44 AM, MantaNZ said: Me too! I bought the exact same lot. Sadly, Food Fight was DOA Sorry to hear that. I preordered exactly the same. I have the new paddles and third party extension leads already so I just wanted the games and the joypad, exciting as I've never even held a CX78. I do have a loose Food Fight cart, but happy to have it CIB. I've only ever play Ninja Golf and Fatal Run on Atari 50. I'm not sure which I will like the best as I haven't played a ton of any of them, but right now I like Fatal Run the best. Edited June 10 by JetmanUK 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+MrZarniwoop Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 On 1/29/2024 at 8:13 AM, Ben from Plaion said: The CX78+ Gamepad is very, very good. It's like the CX40+, a masterpiece recreation, very impressive. I have a set of original CX78 controllers from France, although used, and this one feels *way* better. I also have a set of Best Electronics CX78 "gold" JoyPads, and the new CX78+ feels better too, although less starkly different. In particular, the CX78+ is satisfyingly clicky and the chromed logo jumps out at you. Perfection, bravo again. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantaNZ Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 On 6/10/2024 at 5:56 PM, jeremiahjt said: I used an NES controller for a couple of decades before I ever touched a CX-78. Heck, I probably played with a Master System controller for half a decade before using a CX-78, too. Good for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantaNZ Posted June 12 Share Posted June 12 On 6/10/2024 at 10:40 PM, MrZarniwoop said: The CX78+ Gamepad is very, very good. It's like the CX40+, a masterpiece recreation, very impressive. I have a set of original CX78 controllers from France, although used, and this one feels *way* better. I also have a set of Best Electronics CX78 "gold" JoyPads, and the new CX78+ feels better too, although less starkly different. In particular, the CX78+ is satisfyingly clicky and the chromed logo jumps out at you. Perfection, bravo again. It's really well made. It's my new way to play Mr Run and Jump I thought I'd hate the d-pad with the thumb stick, but it's awesome! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChopperCommando Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Are people still waiting on these pre-orders? I know the release dates changed a few times so I don't know what the latest update is. I'm still waiting on a Food Fight in the central US. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Intellivision Master Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 2 hours ago, ChopperCommando said: Are people still waiting on these pre-orders? I know the release dates changed a few times so I don't know what the latest update is. I'm still waiting on a Food Fight in the central US. I got an email today from Atari that the new items are shipping soon. So, that's good news. I pre-ordered 3 things, one of which is Food Fight. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Stamos Mullet Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 34 minutes ago, Intellivision Master said: I got an email today from Atari that the new items are shipping soon. So, that's good news. I pre-ordered 3 things, one of which is Food Fight. I got the same email today. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChopperCommando Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Ha.... I just got that email, too, after I made my post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad_from_the_80s Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Email says to update your address if you've moved by June 20, so may start shipping in 1-2 weeks I'd guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrogdarRobusto Posted Tuesday at 02:18 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 02:18 PM (edited) The new 7800 games and CX78+ controller will start shipping this Friday, June 21 to U.S. pre-order customers. You have until Thursday to update their mailing address (if you have not already). Edited Tuesday at 02:19 PM by TrogdarRobusto 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Intellivision Master Posted Tuesday at 11:57 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 11:57 PM I looked back at the email from Atari. It doesn't mention or show a picture of the stand alone paddles. Are those delayed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben from Plaion Posted Wednesday at 08:59 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 08:59 AM 9 hours ago, Intellivision Master said: I looked back at the email from Atari. It doesn't mention or show a picture of the stand alone paddles. Are those delayed? No. Everything in all territories is on time to ship 21st apart from Food Fight in Europe, which had had its release postponed 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Intellivision Master Posted Wednesday at 12:53 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 12:53 PM 6 hours ago, Ben from Plaion said: No. Everything in all territories is on time to ship 21st apart from Food Fight in Europe, which had had its release postponed Good to know. Because I pre-ordered them back in January. So, when the recent email didn't show them, I was concerned. According to the Atari website, the stand alone paddles are available now. Also, the item page says the 4in1 multi-cart is included with the stand alone paddles. That must be an error. https://atari.com/products/cx30-paddle-controller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcinJ Posted Wednesday at 08:30 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 08:30 PM 11 hours ago, Ben from Plaion said: No. Everything in all territories is on time to ship 21st apart from Food Fight in Europe, which had had its release postponed @Ben from Plaion In Germany Food Fight will be delivered on June 21st. Amazon sent me an email yesterday confirming the shipment. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben from Plaion Posted Wednesday at 09:12 PM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 09:12 PM 41 minutes ago, MarcinJ said: @Ben from Plaion In Germany Food Fight will be delivered on June 21st. Amazon sent me an email yesterday confirming the shipment. Update your machine and enjoy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcinJ Posted Thursday at 04:25 AM Share Posted Thursday at 04:25 AM 7 hours ago, Ben from Plaion said: Update your machine and enjoy! Exactly that’s what I’m going to do. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcinJ Posted Friday at 06:50 PM Share Posted Friday at 06:50 PM Extension cables work like a charm. Two connected in a row and we can play from the couch. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insertclevernamehere Posted 23 hours ago Share Posted 23 hours ago Now I'm looking forward to seeing what the next batch of cart releases from Atari will be. 7800 version of Desert Falcon please and how about all 5 7800 light gun games on one cart packed in with a light gun? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Loguidice Posted 23 hours ago Share Posted 23 hours ago (edited) 11 minutes ago, insertclevernamehere said: Now I'm looking forward to seeing what the next batch of cart releases from Atari will be. 7800 version of Desert Falcon please and how about all 5 7800 light gun games on one cart packed in with a light gun? The light gun thing is not practical. Sinden tech would be way too expensive for these types of products and they can't guarantee everyone would be able to do the firmware update on the 2600+. Other HD-friendly tech for light guns, like sensor bars, would be too clumsy, and you'd still have the same firmware issue. Edited 23 hours ago by Bill Loguidice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Friend Posted 21 hours ago Share Posted 21 hours ago 52 minutes ago, Bill Loguidice said: The light gun thing is not practical. Sinden tech would be way too expensive for these types of products and they can't guarantee everyone would be able to do the firmware update on the 2600+. Other HD-friendly tech for light guns, like sensor bars, would be too clumsy, and you'd still have the same firmware issue. Maybe they could include a USB drive and instructions for the firmware updates. Or if not maybe just instructions on how to update it from the internet. This might be useful for other possible releases. Personally I don't find a sensor bar to be too clumsy though I'm sure it would be to some. I've enjoyed using one for the Wii and the Aimtrak guns for PC. I think the Dolphinbar for PC is also well regarded, though I've never used it. I admit it's unlikely, or maybe not even possible. It's a fun thought though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred_M Posted 4 hours ago Share Posted 4 hours ago It looks like Atari/Plaion did not find any official distributors for the new releases in The Netherlands. Bol.com (official distributor of the 2600+) does not sell the new games and accessoires 😢 Nedgame (official distributor of the400 mini) does not sell them either and also Amazon.nl does not offer them. It is possible to buy the new games and accessoires from Amazon.de but the shipping costs are quite high. I guess none of the Dutch sellers were interested anymore?? 🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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