On this episode of #Ristretto, #BCB's #ShortTakes, I #review #Microvaders, by @SongbirdPro, for the #AtariLynx console! Yes, the #Lynx! There are still #indiedevs out there cranking out BRAND NEW & Licensed Re-Releases of #games, such as here with this gem, which is a #homebrew #game by a Lynx community legend, Carl Forhan! Let's #unbox it,... Continue Reading →
03.30.25 PLAION Cuts, POKER on ATARI VCS & NEW ATARI NEON makes a splash! (Atari Newsline) Episode 344
(ep 344) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this #AtariNewsline update, 3 stories: @Atari's Hardware manufacturer, #Plaion, announced some job cuts over the past few days. Let's take a look @ what this means. Plus: New #Poker #game on the #AtariVCS by #esolutions & #KRAZ, let's take a peek! And: New #Atari #Neon is up... Continue Reading →
03.27.25 ATARI Article Roundup! Atari 65XE Laptop, Acclaim is Back, Bubsy Love & We Miss Atari! (Atari Newsline Episode 343)
(ep 343) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this #AtariNewsline update, it's my first ever #Atari Article #Roundup! I read 4 @atari stories I've missed recently & discuss 'em! Articles this go round include #Atari65XE #Laptop, #Bubsy Love, #Acclaim is Back & We Miss #Atari! 4 Unique stories & much to say! Articles by @digitaltrends,... Continue Reading →
03.26.25 ATARI Sues ARCADE1UP? What We Know So Far. Plus: ‘SKYFRIZZ’ Gets A Major Update on Atari VCS! (Atari Newsline Ep 342)
(EP 342) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. On this #AtariNewsline update, @Atari Sues @Arcade1UpOfficial? (ie #Tastemakers) Let's take a look! Plus: #Skyfrizz, a great #indiegame on the #AtariVCS gets a major update by our good friend, the dev, @ObsidianContraption! Let's see some #gameplay & discuss! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5FIkd5HwqU Subscribe, Like & Comment! Thanks for watching! BCB *** Atari... Continue Reading →
03.26.25 No Filter 112: “Breakout Beyond” by Choice Provisions & Atari! Gameplay, Chat & Review on ATARI VCS!
On this episode of #NoFilterHD, I play #BreakoutBeyond by @ChoiceProvisions & @atari on the #atarivcs! This game was released on March 25, 2025 (yesterday as of this review) & while I'm not a #Breakout super-fan, it's a fun take on the #game, if not a little predictable. Are there bonus stages? How does the #game... Continue Reading →
03.22.25 NITE BEAR Drops Today on ATARI VCS! By Gemintronic & KRAZ! Let’s Take an Exclusive 1st Look! (Atari Newsline Ep 341)
(ep 341) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // A SUPRISE TODAY for ATARI VCS fans! #NiteBear is dropping today by #Gemintronic & @krazproductions! This #Atari2600 #homebrew #game is by #JasonSantuci of #Gemintronic & was made using #BatariBasic & 6502 #Assembly! It's an 8-bit #tourdeforce for under $3 on the #AtariVCS! Let's take a look at some... Continue Reading →
03.20.25 ATARI JAGUAR Plus or Mini? Will This Be Coming in 2025? Let’s Discuss the Pros & Cons! (Atari Newsline Ep 340)
(ep 340) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // Will An #AtariJaguar Plus or Mini be coming later in 2025? I've heard rumblings! Let's discuss the pros & cons! From the #games to #BigPemu inclusion, #RichWhitehouse, @SongbirdPro & more! What games might be included? Who would the target consumer be? What games might not be included? Let's... Continue Reading →
03.19.25 XPO3: DEEP DIVE! “Robotron:2084” (1986) by Atari Inc (XpressO3: 5-Minute Atari 7800 Game Reviews)
On episode 11 of #XpressO3, my #Atari7800 #GameReview series, it's another #DeepDive (double episode!) I play #Robotron2084 by #Atari Inc/Corp in 1986 for the 7800, based on the famous #Williams #arcadegame. Developed by #VidKiz, which were former Williams employees #EugeneJarvis & #Demay. It's a highly influential twin-stick #shooter with lots of history & legacy. How... Continue Reading →
03.18.25 ATARI 2600 MYPLAY WATCH is Announced & Pre-Orders R Up! Let’s Take a Look! (Atari Newsline) Ep 339
(ep 339) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this #AtariNewsline update, #Atari has announced the #Atari2600 #MyPlay #Watch! Designed by #SelectiveTech & @Atari, this awesome new #affordable watch features #step counter, #activity & #workout tracking, and includes 4 #classic Atari #games on the watch - incl #Pong, #SuperBreakout, #Centipede & #MissileCommand! All for under $80?... Continue Reading →
03.17.25 MISSILE COMMAND DELTA is Announced! Plus: BREAD & FRED Update! & ATARI Family Spring Sale on Steam! (Atari Newsline Ep 338)
(ep 338) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this #AtariNewsline update: Happy #StPatricksDay! New #Atari News, Hot off the Presses! #MissileCommandDelta is Announced! This modern take on #MissileCommand features tactical strategy co-op play. Let's take a look! Plus: #BreadandFred has a major update! And: @atari Family Spring Sale on #Steam! Ends in just few days!... Continue Reading →