006 - Atari VCS/2600 - The 8 Bit Files

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In this episode, John and Dave talk about the Atari VCS/2600, the iconic console that launched the video game industry in the late 1970s. Whether you grew up playing Atari or you're just curious about its history and legacy, this episode will take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane. The guys discuss their favourite (and not so favourite) 2600 games, hardware peripherals, personal memories, and more. Links: Atari 2600 hardware: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atari_2600_hardware Atari 2600 homebrew: https://atariage.com/store/ Stella Atari 2600 emulator: https://stella-emu.github.io/ Atari 50th: The Anniversary Celebration: https://atari.com/products/atari-50th-the-anniversary-celebration Harmony Cartridge: http://harmony.atariage.com/Site/Harmony.html

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