JetmanUK Posted October 11 Share Posted October 11 39 minutes ago, HatNJ said: Why did Atari separate the 2 games. I hope not for a money grab Not at all. The cart you can buy on here that contains both games costs more. Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5547405 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetmanUK Posted October 11 Share Posted October 11 6 hours ago, Sean_1970 said: I used Argos for filling in my collection, but they don’t seem to be as good for pre-orders? Certainly I didn’t see the last lot when I got the notification from Blaze, but Funstock always has pre-orders available when I get the email. We still have one on Argyle Street in Glasgow. Still the only place I can find to play pinball, though it’s just a couple of newer Stern machines in the basement with the music. Shame the multi-story one on Sauchiehall closed years ago - they had several pinball machines like a wee arcade! Whilst Argos seems to list pre-orders a little late, their delivery time (always arrived early for me) is excellent. Also they deliver for free, no minimum order value to get that, unlike Funstock where you need to spend the value of two carts . They also take the money on dispatch. Older carts are discounted too! But yeah the late listing is enough to spook buyers into using Funstock despite their other shortcomings. HMV stores were very cool. As a music and gaming fan they were a real place of treasure! Great to walk round. I just checked their website and there are still three stores within six miles of my house. I should go in one, help to keep it alive. Would be awesome to see 2600/7800 carts on the shelves. 😊 4 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5547406 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microjak Posted October 12 Share Posted October 12 On 10/11/2024 at 6:45 AM, JetmanUK said: Whilst Argos seems to list pre-orders a little late, their delivery time (always arrived early for me) is excellent. Also they deliver for free, no minimum order value to get that, unlike Funstock where you need to spend the value of two carts . They also take the money on dispatch. Older carts are discounted too! But yeah the late listing is enough to spook buyers into using Funstock despite their other shortcomings. HMV stores were very cool. As a music and gaming fan they were a real place of treasure! Great to walk round. I just checked their website and there are still three stores within six miles of my house. I should go in one, help to keep it alive. Would be awesome to see 2600/7800 carts on the shelves. 😊 Yeh HMV are great to look around,I try to go into the Liverpool branch whenever Im shopping there and its great to be able to flick through racks of CDs like in the 'Olden Days'😀 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5547849 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 19 Share Posted October 19 (edited) Wow! Not sure if anyone posted on this before but the Atari Website has the Atari 2600+ Controller Mega Bundle also. On sale right now for 169.95 that’s a great deal. In that bundle you also get the CX7800+ wired controller, CX30+ Paddles, and two DB9 Extension Cables. Which comes out to $10.00 a piece. Edited October 19 by MrChickenz 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5551498 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 20 Share Posted October 20 Ha I found this old ad, same price as Back In The Day! Lol. 8 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5551832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTC Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 Has anyone heard any updates on when the 7800+ consoles will start shipping? I don't have a 2600+ and am really looking forward to the new one which will supplement my original 2600. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 (edited) 17 minutes ago, BTC said: Has anyone heard any updates on when the 7800+ consoles will start shipping? I don't have a 2600+ and am really looking forward to the new one which will supplement my original 2600. I believe they are they are rolling off the assembly line, probably start shipping sometime in November is my guess. I’m going by when the 2600+ shipped last year I’m pretty sure it was November. Edited October 23 by MrChickenz Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_1970 Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 1 hour ago, BTC said: Has anyone heard any updates on when the 7800+ consoles will start shipping? I don't have a 2600+ and am really looking forward to the new one which will supplement my original 2600. My Amazon pre-order says 29th November, but I don’t know if the UK is getting it later than other territories. 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553758 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEANJIMMY Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 (edited) 38 minutes ago, Sean_1970 said: My Amazon pre-order says 29th November, but I don’t know if the UK is getting it later than other territories. No... Amazon GER delivers on 30th November Bounty Bob and on 2nd December the 7800+... hopefully😊 But after a quick test it has to be stored away for xmas anyway😉 Edited October 23 by DEANJIMMY 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553786 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 2 minutes ago, DEANJIMMY said: But after a quick test it has to be stored away for xmas anyway😉 Same here😉 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Fred_M Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 Amazon.nl: Epyx Games collection: December 3rd Bol.com: Atari 7800+ and all new games: November 29th So I think most retailers will deliver their orders in the first week of December. The official press release of Plaion states November 29th: "The all new Atari 7800+, peripherals and software will be available at Atari.com for North American customers, and worldwide at major retailers from 29th November 2024. All products are now available for pre-order." Source: https://presse.plaion.com/ICONIC-INNOVATION-ATARI-AND-PLAION-ANNOUNCE-THE-ATARI-7800 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553822 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTC Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 25 minutes ago, DEANJIMMY said: But after a quick test it has to be stored away for xmas anyway😉 My wife and I (who played the original 2600 games when we were dating) are getting this for ourselves for Christmas. Since our children are all grown, we don't need to hide it under the tree when it arrives 🙂 4 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553823 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagabondartist Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 I'm not expecting to see this thing arrive until mid-December Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553829 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 8 minutes ago, BTC said: My wife and I (who played the original 2600 games when we were dating) are getting this for ourselves for Christmas. Since our children are all grown, we don't need to hide it under the tree when it arrives 🙂 Two game favorites my wife and I always played when we were dating were Activison Mega Mania and 20th Century Fox Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes. Both great games! Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Intellivision Master Posted October 23 Share Posted October 23 2 hours ago, vagabondartist said: I'm not expecting to see this thing arrive until mid-December I got my 2600+ mid-December last year. So, the 7800+ will be the same. But I didn't pre-order the new console. I'm sticking with the one I have. 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagabondartist Posted October 24 Share Posted October 24 1 hour ago, Intellivision Master said: I got my 2600+ mid-December last year. So, the 7800+ will be the same. But I didn't pre-order the new console. I'm sticking with the one I have. I’m leaving the 2600+ in my office and setting up the 7800+ in the living room 4 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5553949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTC Posted October 24 Share Posted October 24 23 hours ago, MrChickenz said: Two game favorites my wife and I always played when we were dating were Activison Mega Mania and 20th Century Fox Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes. Both great games! We played Frogger and Kaboom. I also loved the Indy 500 ice racing back when it was new. Of course I may have only loved the ice racing since it is the only game where I could beat almost anyone. 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5554349 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tradyblix Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 On 10/23/2024 at 7:28 PM, vagabondartist said: I’m leaving the 2600+ in my office and setting up the 7800+ in the living room Yeah that's my plan too. Put the 2600+ in bedroom and set the other one up in the living room. based covered, the best of both worlds ! 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555026 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tradyblix Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 (edited) On 10/11/2024 at 12:32 AM, JetmanUK said: Not at all. The cart you can buy on here that contains both games costs more. It was... absolutely for money lol Otherwise why do it Edited October 26 by tradyblix Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555031 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrChickenz Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 (edited) On 10/11/2024 at 12:52 AM, HatNJ said: Why did Atari separate the 2 games. I hope not for a money grab Definitely NOT a money grab. It’s the same price sold separately as it is for the 2 in 1. When I purchased mine from AtariAge it had the option to add the box. I paid $55.00, if you do the math Atari sells them separately for $29.00 each that’s $60.00. They each have their own box, manual and cartridge. I would prefer to have them separately. The $5.00 difference would be for the extra box, manual and cartridge! That’s a great deal because to add just a box for a game on AtariAge costs $15.00. Edited October 26 by MrChickenz 3 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555122 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetmanUK Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 5 hours ago, tradyblix said: It was... absolutely for money lol Otherwise why do it I'm sure you've seen @MrChickenz reply below... He saved me replying in detail, he has the same thoughts on this. But in brief... Not a rip off, actually a very nice option for collectors. 💁🏻 3 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetmanUK Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 1 hour ago, MrChickenz said: Definitely NOT a money grab. It’s the same price sold separately as it is for the 2 in 1. When I purchased mine from AtariAge it had the option to add the box. I paid $55.00, if you do the math Atari sells them separately for $29.00 each that’s $60.00. They each have their own box, manual and cartridge. I would prefer to have them separately. The $5.00 difference would be for the extra box, manual and cartridge! That’s a great deal because to add just a box for a game on AtariAge costs $15.00. This exactly. I'm very happy to see more carts out there for purchase... And if someone doesn't like it, they can still buy the double cart here on AA. 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555144 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tradyblix Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 (edited) 8 minutes ago, JetmanUK said: I'm sure you've seen @MrChickenz reply below... He saved me replying in detail, he has the same thoughts on this. But in brief... Not a rip off, actually a very nice option for collectors. 💁🏻 Oh don't get me wrong, I don't think it's a rip off necessarily. you're getting a different product, and maybe some people want those two games separately, and are willing to pay for it. But I do think it was done to make more money. Or maybe make it seem like they have a bigger lineup. Personally, i'm glad that my game has an option to switch between the modes. Edited October 26 by tradyblix 1 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riko Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 (edited) 18 minutes ago, tradyblix said: Oh don't get me wrong, I don't think it's a rip off necessarily. you're getting a different product, and maybe some people want those two games separately, and are willing to pay for it. But I do think it was done to make more money. Or maybe make it seem like they have a bigger lineup. Personally, i'm glad that my game has an option to switch between the modes. From a financial and marketing perspective separating them is actually a good idea overall in keeping distinction for both of them. I never did like Frenzy and would rather just have Berzerk alone. Box would also look peculiar with Frenzy plus Berzerk on it, would prefer them apart from a physical perspective. Edited October 26 by Riko 3 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555149 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEANJIMMY Posted October 26 Share Posted October 26 4 hours ago, Riko said: From a financial and marketing perspective separating them is actually a good idea overall in keeping distinction for both of them. I never did like Frenzy and would rather just have Berzerk alone. Box would also look peculiar with Frenzy plus Berzerk on it, would prefer them apart from a physical perspective. The price is fair. For an AA import to Germany I would pay with shipping, tax and stuff almost 100€ for the cart. When I got it, it was a bit cheaper. The separate games go for 29,99€ each, no shipping cost if you have Amazon prime. And to be honest, I only played Berzerk... but I plan to play Frenzy... some day😊 2 Quote Link to comment https://forums.atariage.com/topic/371209-atari-7800-announced-along-with-10-new-games-and-2-new-controllers/page/30/#findComment-5555221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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