All Things Atari, Vintage Gaming & More
On this 2nd episode of ATARI TV, we take a look at the Atari 5200's commercials, promos and featurettes! This includes "Nobody's Hotter than Atari this Summer" written by Suzanne Ciani, an icon in the electronic and new age music space. Plus, commercials for games such as Joust, Realsports series, Mario Bros, Galaxian and more!... Continue Reading →
(Episode 485) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this Atari Newsline update... I woke up to discover that ATARI has announced its big surprise! The Activision collection/s! There are 4 coming, 39 games, and we go over whats been announced, how much, and why there are 3 versions of this you can buy. Is this... Continue Reading →
On this inaugural episode of 'Atari TV,' my new series, I discuss the importance of these old school Atari TV commercials & some examples of what's featured. From the Santa Claus Atari 2600 spaceship commercial to E.T. to 'Star Raiders,' you'll find them here, even 'Reactor,' "Amidar' & 'Megamania'! Over 70 (yes, 70!) commercials and... Continue Reading →
MON 8/24 on #BCB! #AtariTV is my revamped series showcasing vintage #Atari #TV #Commercials, #Promos, #Featurettes & more! In ep 1, I take a look @ #Atari2600 gems, incl #HeyStranger, #Atari #Christmas ads, #games 4 the console & more! #gaming 7p MT! Link: https://tinyurl.com/yw5a6bu4 'We'd Like to Make Zayre your Store!' - This cute ad... Continue Reading →
My 2nd Virtual Supporter Snapshot of JagFest 2026 (Day 2) hosted by Carl Forhan of Songbird Productions! 2 New Nuon Games Announced ('Instadeath' & 'Drum n Race'), a new Jaguar game - 'Monster Business', an interview with Ken Rose, talks about making music on the Atari Lynx, Tournaments and more! Tik Tok Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@ballistikcoffeeboy/video/7676996695615360270?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7676594060337481230 Instagram... Continue Reading →
JagFest 2026 / Day One / Hosted by Carl Forhan w/ Songbird Productions! / Virtual Supporter Snapshot Tik Tok Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@ballistikcoffeeboy/video/7676723303356140813?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7676594060337481230
On this episode of 'That Atari Show,' we have an expanded Atari Newsline Newsflash discussing some Atari stories on my new Substack page. ALSO: we take a look at Atari's Missing Mascots, which was a question spurred by feedback from my good friend & supporter of the channel, The Nifty Polygon! He gives his take... Continue Reading →
(Episode 484. ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this Atari Newsline update, is Atari's BIG 'mystery' cracked? Is it a Mr Nutz game or compilation with Strictly Limited? All signs point to something being released tomorrow (8/20/26) so we shall soon see! Thanks to Lego JT for your news tip & for keeping an eye... Continue Reading →
(EPISODE 483. ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS.) / On this episode, BCB breaks down today's surprise Atari e-mail! In fact, there were 2 versions that were sent out (so far) that can be authenticated. Let's take a look and discuss! What does this mean? What would you like to see vs what do you THINK we... Continue Reading →
Just posted a nice handful of #Atari-ancillary stories to my #Substack, from #vintagecomputer collecting to an #AtariST game seeing a new release. It's free to subscribe! Check out #BCB's #gaming stack below: https://ballistikcoffeeboy.substack.com
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