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Bisher dachte ich dead on arrival, aber es geht offensichtlich noch schneller.

Dann wird wohl auch nichts aus dem günstigen Media-PC im Ausverkauf später. Das sie nicht einmal so weit kommen würden, hätte ich nicht gedacht.

In guter alten Atari Tradition, haben die Verantwortlichen keinen Plan was der Markt braucht.

Und normalerweise kaufe ich alle diese Junk-Konsolen, aber das ist selbst für mich zu hart.

Ein Betrüger, der sogar seinen eigenen Betrug noch selber sabotiert bevor er ausgeführt werden kann. Sowas sieht man auch nicht alles Tage. Respekt!

Das war ja nicht der Betrüger, sondern nur ein Ingeneur der im Auftrag von "Atari" die Harsware gestalten sollte.

Der eigentliche Betrüger ist ja derjenige, der sich das Ding ausgedacht hat und verkaufen will. Und der macht ja scheinbar keine Anstalten, aufzuhören. Wird spannend, ob das Teil nicht erscheint, oder man es einfach völlig verbuggt ausliefert.

Die Macher meinte ich ja auch. Wenn ich schon möglichst viel Kohle abschöpfen will, dann bezahle ich doch wenigstens noch den Entwickler und werfe dann offiziell ein Gurkenteil auf den Markt. Ob das jetzt noch was wird...Wenn nicht sehe ich schon einige klagen. So wenig Geld pro Mensch war das ja jetzt auch nicht.

Hast recht, war spät und ich habe auf dem Schlauch gestanden. Klar, der Betrüger hat seinen Mitarbeiter betrogen und damit das Projekt sabotiert.

Was ganz ähnliches war doch afaik auch bei dem SmachZ Steam Handheld passiert. Nur dass das Teil wenigstens einen Sinn hat, während das VCS keine exklusiven Spiele hat, kein wirklich eigenes Betriebssystem und eigentlich nichts, was daraus mehr machen würde als einen Billig-PC in nem vermeintlich schicken Gehäuse.

Ich hatte daher von Anfang an nicht so recht verstanden, warum Leute da 250$ und mehr reingebuttert haben.

Gute Frage. Als Media-PC taugt die Hardware und das sieht schon mal schicker aus, als ein Raspberry auf dem Schrank. Aber dafür waren mir die 250$+ auch zu viel, vor allem mit der offensichtlichen Unsicherheit des Projekts.

Legendary gaming brand Atari has exciting news regarding the Atari VCS home gaming and video computer system. Set to transform the TV-centric home entertainment experience with an ever-expanding Atari world of all-new games, classic and remastered favorites, streaming media and personal apps, the Atari VCS has now entered pre-production, with the first wave of units shipping to Indiegogo backers this December!


In today’s Atari VCS Medium project update, Atari gives an inside look at the current state of the Atari VCS project, from the first pre-production printed circuit board (PCB) to the operating system and the elegant and retro-inspired exterior casing.

Powered by a powerful AMD Ryzen processor featuring Radeon Graphics Technology, the newest images of the Atari VCS PCB provide a first-look at the hardware that will drive the system’s customizable and user-defined entertainment experience. In addition to the AMD Ryzen APU, the PCB features two USB 3.0 ports, one HDMI port, and an M.2 SATA solid-state port. On the underside of the board are twin upgradeable memory slots for SODIMM DDR4 RAM and two additional USB ports. Atari VCS engineers have developed a custom solution to cool the components efficiently while maintaining the system’s small footprint and sleek aesthetic.


Early images of the Atari VCS exterior case reveal a near-final look at the iconic system design while pre-production units are now also completely bootable to the core Atari BIOS. This software platform will allow users to interact with their Atari VCS either through the Atari VCS operating system or through Atari Sandbox Mode — which transforms the Atari VCS into an expandable multimedia PC running Windows or Linux. For more information about the current status of the Atari VCS, and upcoming unveilings of new features, system elements, and more, please read the Atari VCS Medium blog at https://link.medium.com/A3IoTkRjC0.

mmmh bin nicht sicher, ob es wirklich hier passt, aber ich pack es erstmal hier rein:
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Atari® — one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — today announced that it has acquired an exclusive license for all assets of Wonder, the innovative gaming company behind WonderOS, an Android-based hybrid mobile gaming and entertainment platform.

Wonder was founded in 2016 by CEO Andy Kleinman, an entrepreneur and former executive of Disney and mobile game companies Scopely and Zynga. Wonder has a diverse roster of media and entertainment industry investors. The pioneering WonderOS technology was designed to unify mobile, console, and PC gaming experiences, offering an ecosystem that gives access to multi-platform games, entertainment apps, and streaming services — locally or through the cloud.

Atari anticipates incorporating WonderOS into the development roadmap of the Atari Video Computer System (Atari VCS™) and making it available across mobile devices, which will further expand the capabilities and reach of the home gaming and entertainment system.

As Atari continues to grow its mobile game business, and re-enter the home hardware market with the new Atari VCS, the WonderOS and mobile IP will make an important contribution in the coming years as the company drives to make mobile gaming and content streaming persistent and pervasive for consumers.

“As a life-long gamer and fan of the brand, I can’t imagine a better company than Atari to be moving forward with,” said Kleinman. “I am confident that Atari is the right partner to bring Wonder’s promising technology to market.”

“Atari has strong mobile gaming business and deep experience as a publisher,” said Atari CEO Frédéric Chesnais. “Incorporating Wonder’s exciting technology will accelerate mobile integration within the Atari VCS platform, while better positioning Atari to capitalize on the promise offered by 5G digital cellular networks.”

- Atari® — one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — and indie developer Nickervision Studios are excited to announce today that the most immersive version yet of Missile Command: Recharged™ will release as a launch title on the upcoming Atari VCS™ home gaming and entertainment system in fall 2020. As a reimagined, contemporary take on one of Atari’s most beloved titles, Missile Command: Recharged for the Atari VCS is optimized for the all-new Atari VCS’ Wireless Classic Joystick for a truly unique retro-modern gameplay experience.



Based on the 1980 arcade classic, Missile Command: Recharged features a neon-lit retro aesthetic, dazzling new gameplay elements, and deliciously difficult gameplay designed for modern gamers and fans of the original, alike. Players must defend their cities by shooting down an endless barrage of missiles hailing from the sky. Swiftly aimed counter-missiles protect against the onslaught, and unlockable power-ups give players an edge at critical moments. High-intensity arcade action awaits fans of the original Missile Command and a whole new generation of gamers that enjoy fast-paced arcade goodness. Optimization for the Atari Wireless Classic Joystick adds an extra layer of excitement and immersion only available on the Atari VCS.

“Missile Command: Recharged is coming home to the Atari VCS where it belongs! It’s the perfect game to help kick-start our growing game and content library thanks to its retro roots and pulse-pounding gameplay that appeals to today’s gamers,” said Michael Arzt, COO of Atari VCS & Connected Devices. “Utilizing the special features of the new Atari Wireless Classic Controller, Missile Command: Recharged will offer players an exciting arcade-like experience, complete with immersive rumble and LED effects that can only be experienced on the Atari VCS.”

Additional Key Features Include:
Atari Wireless Classic Joystick Support: Exclusive to the Atari VCS, players can relive their arcade adventures and enjoy enhanced mobility, unique immersive rumble and LED lighting effects synchronized with the action on-screen.

Powered Up: Don’t just target missiles – take aim at all-new power-ups to survive longer with defensive measures, missile speed boosts, or a screen-clearing special blast

Upgraded: The new powerup system takes points earned and allows them to be used to upgrade all aspects of gameplay to get an edge and achieve the highest scores

Shoot for the Clouds: Compete in global online leaderboards and aim to claim bragging rights as the top missile commander

Achievements: Better yourself with each game played and work towards besting the toughest challenges!
Previously released on Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, Mac, and Linux, as well as for iOS and Android devices, Missile Command: Recharged will launch digitally for the Atari VCS this fall through the Atari VCS Store, with additional games and content to be announced soon.

Atari® — one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers

sry jedes mal wenn ich das lese kriege ich nen Lachkrampf

300 Euro für die Standardvariante und 400 Euro für das All-in-One-Paket. Na ich weiss noch nicht recht.

Ist doch geil. Was soll man mit ner PS5, Switch oder Xbox Series X, wenn man Atari haben kann

Ich find die Dinger immer noch bildschön und hätte gerne eine für die exotische Kuriositätensammlung. Ich hoffe ich kann nach der bevorstehenden Totgeburt günstig(er) zuschlagen.

Mal wieder ne dicke Pressemeldung - imo erneut mit nicht so viel neuen Informationen und wenn ich den Preis für alles sehe, glaube ich immer noch an den Weihnachtsmann...
Baiskonsole 280$, Standard und Modern Controller je 60$

- Atari® — one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — today announced a partnership with N-Dream AG to bring their cloud-based gaming platform AirConsole to the upcoming Atari VCS™ PC/console hybrid gaming and entertainment system launching this fall. The custom AirConsole app for the Atari VCS will unlock a library of more than 150 original single-player and local multiplayer party games, where there’s always enough controllers for everyone in the room, as friends and families can play together locally using their iOS and Android mobile devices as VCS gamepads. Popular AirConsole titles coming to the Atari VCS include 8Bit Fiesta, The Neighborhood, Fling to the Finish, Burning Rubber Air, and Go Kart Go among others.

“At a time when the industry is discussing $70 games, we are delighted to welcome N-Dream AG and their AirConsole gaming platform to the Atari VCS,” said Michael Arzt, COO of Atari VCS & Connected Devices. “AirConsole features a wonderful online library of original games, from a multitude of genres, that will help keep Atari’s historic spirit of couch co-op gaming alive. AirConsole’s affordable on-demand gaming further solidifies the Atari VCS as a must-own multi-media and entertainment device for the living room.”

“Atari is such a legendary name and as soon as we heard about the reimagined Atari VCS, we knew that AirConsole could be a great addition to the platform,” said Anthony Cliquot, COO of AirConsole at N-Dream AG. “Our huge collection of family-friendly games is ideal for the Atari VCS audience, who can immediately benefit from AirConsole’s simple phone-based controls and fun couch-side play.”

Designed to recreate the casual and social gaming experiences of yesteryear, before online gaming was the standard, AirConsole is a lag-free cloud-based virtual game service that will be accessible via the Atari VCS dashboard. A single “virtual console” screen is shared to the TV by the Atari VCS, with users’ smartphones functioning as game controllers, so that anyone can play without additional hardware. A wide variety of titles and genres are completely free to play, with more games and additional content available through the inexpensive AirConsole Hero subscription (US $4.99/month). Families and friends can get together to play from a perpetually growing selection of over 150 games. Many AirConsole games use the advanced features unique to smartphones, including displaying secret information (each player has their Poker cards on the phone, the big screen is the poker table), the gyroscope is used to play golf, the touchscreen to draw things, swipe gestures and more.

AirConsole for the Atari VCS will be available as a launch app in fall 2020, with all Atari VCS owners given one free month of AirConsole’s Hero premium subscription, which unlocks enhanced functionality and access to the full library of 150+ original games. A free version of AirConsole includes access to eleven free games and limited multiplayer features.


The all-new Atari VCS home gaming and video computer system is a unique PC/console hybrid platform inspired by classic Atari consoles and PCs. Like the legendary Atari 2600 in 1977, the modern Atari VCS is set to transform the TV-centric gaming and home entertainment experience. Users will enjoy an ever-expanding Atari world of all-new games, classic and remastered favorites, streaming media, and personal apps. The Atari VCS is powered by an AMD Ryzen™ 1606G high-performance Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) with Zen-core and Radeon Vega Graphics, enabling gaming and video streaming up to 4K HDR at 60fps. Unlike other home game systems, owners can also install Windows or Linux operating systems via “PC Mode” and add mouse and keyboard to transform the Atari VCS into an expandable PC and enjoy more of their favorite games and applications. The Atari VCS combines the best of consoles and PC into one ultra-versatile device.

Launching in fall 2020, the Atari VCS lineup of systems, bundles, and peripherals are available now for preorder at GameStop.com, Walmart.com, and AtariVCS.com at pre-release prices. The base Atari VCS 800 (8GB) Onyx will retail for just $299.99 USD, while Atari VCS 800 “All-In” system bundles include the Atari VCS Classic Joystick (available separately for $59.99) and Atari VCS Modern Controller ($59.99) for $399.99 USD. The Atari VCS Classic Joystick and Modern Controllers were created in partnership with PowerA. Atari VCS international presale dates will be announced soon.

300$ fur die base console ohne Controller? Knaller.

Wird aber zweifellos jeden Cent wert sein und die Konsolenwelt im Sturm erobern.

Klar, steht Atari drauf. Da ist Erfolg garantiert.