On this episode of #JavaJunction, I discuss my new #computercorner! In pt 1, I talk about my #Macintosh #computer collection. I also rant a little about car issues I've been having, help lighten things up by playing some #strange #commercials that I love, I unbox the #MyArcade #Atari #PocketPlayerPro! Also: a new #Odyssey2 #game, some... Continue Reading →
10.12.13 No Filter HD 69: HAUNTED HOUSE by Orbit Studio on the Atari VCS! (Launch Day Exclusive & First Look!) Gameplay & Chat
On this episode of #NoFilterHD, I play #HauntedHouse by #OrbitStudio on the #AtariVCS! This was recorded on launch day, 10.12.23. This game is a modern take on the #Atari2600 #classic #game of the same name. I play the #game & share some #commentary about the game, but also allow you to hear the game with... Continue Reading →
10.11.23 XPO 36: FISHING DERBY (1980) By Activision (XpressO: 5-Minute Atari 2600 Game Reviews)
On this episode of #XpressO, 5-Minute #Atari2600 #GameReviews, I play #FishingDerby by #Activision way back in 1980. This #game was created by legendary #gamedesigner #DavidCrane, who made many classic #Atari 2600 games, created #Activision, the first 3rd party game publisher & more! Will this #fishing game turn up a big catch or a wrecked old... Continue Reading →
09.13.23 Atari Stories #2: Stories from AndyVGR & my Local Atari Gaming Buddies, Adam & Rick
On this episode of Atari Stories, I read a story sent in by AndyVGR about growing up with his Atari in 1988 after he discovered an old family 2600 in a wooden crate at the age of 4. Plus: my local gaming buddies, Adam (from the 'Bally Alley Astrocast') & Rick discuss how they got... Continue Reading →
Atari Blog #2: Turning the Atari Hate Trend Around (it starts with US!)
Hey guys! Ballistik Coffee Boy from YouTube (Brian) here. Just wanted to blog about this topic for a moment. "Turning the Atari Hate Trend Around." It sucks to even have to post something with that title in my blog, but, its happening. Here goes... So, as Atari fans, we are no doubt used to the... Continue Reading →
09.12.23 XpressO 33: “Zaxxon” (1982) by Sega (XpressO: 5-Minute Atari 2600 Game Reviews)
On this episode of #XpressO, 5-Minute #Atari #Game #Reviews, let's go wayy back to the end of the #Atari alphabet & play #Zaxxon by #Sega in 1982 for the #AtariVCS (uhem, #Atari2600!) It's a cool #isometric shooter that is a port of a very popular #arcadegame. How does this obviosly subpar version still hold up... Continue Reading →
09.08.23 No Filter HD 61: TYRE TRAX & DARE DEVIL on the Atari VCS! (Launch Day Exclusive, Gameplay & Chat!)
On this episode of #NoFilterHD, I play #TyreTrax & #DareDevil by #MuddyVision! These are 2 great #homebrew #games from 2019 now available on the #AtariVCS! I play the games & chat with you as I play them for the first time! Both fun games made for the #Atari2600 now available on the #Atari #VCS for... Continue Reading →
09.07.23 Atari Buying AtariAge: Good or Bad? + 2 New Homebrews Coming to Atari VCS! (Atari Newsline)
ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // #AtariAge has announced today that #Atari is buying them. Is this GOOD or BAD for the community? For homebrew devs? What about for #VCS users? I explain my personal experience on the site & why I have mixed emotions about it. How do you feel? Plus: 2 New #Homebrew #Games... Continue Reading →
09.06.23 “Atari Stories” is now it’s own Podcast! Only on Spotify! Subscribe Today!
On the 1st episode of #AtariStories (now it's OWN #podcast!) I talk about my 1st #Atari2600 & the subsequent #PacMan fever situation that developed! ๐ Send me your stories, as well & I'll include it on a future episode! & Subscribe! #Atari #gaming Click: https://open.spotify.com/show/7egdzioB0iYFtREP1X8flU?si=c99901ee9f354a1d
09.06.23 XPO 32 (Deep Dive!) “Video Pinball” (1980) by Atari Inc (XpressO: 5-Minute Atari 2600 Game Reviews)
On this episode of #XpressO, 5-Minute #Atari2600 #GameReviews, I do a #DEEPDIVE on #VideoPinball, which was released in 1980 by #AtariInc, and Programmed by #BobSmith. Sadly, Bob Smith left us 3 months ago, but he made some incredible #games for #Atari, and even helped start #Imagic, and was also responsible for #RiddleoftheSphinx & #Moonsweeper. I... Continue Reading →