All Things Atari, Vintage Gaming & More
(Episode 486) ATARI NEWSLINE. BREAKING NEWS. // On this episode of Atari Newsline, I discuss the new Atari x Activision set announcements and drops. From $39 to $1.3K, is it worth it? I discuss why I'm revising my initial opinions about these sets. Is it a good deal? Who are these for? It aims to... Continue Reading →
On this episode of Atari TV, I review some very nostalgic commercials for the Atari 7800 home console, including 'The Fun is Back!' and 'The Choice of the Experts'. Plus, I include some videos from homebrews, my personal insights into the 7800, my early introduction, my current 7800 cart collection, musings and more. Which are... Continue Reading →
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 →
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