Joseph Cameron (Joevellius) Retro gaming fans, rejoice! The Atari 400, a name that resonates with nostalgia and pioneering spirit in the world of video games, has made a grand comeback in a new, compact avatar – the Atari 400 Mini. Released today, this mini version of the 1979 classic is a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern technology, designed to captivate both veteran gamers and new enthusiasts.
In 1979, the original Atari 400 transformed the home computer and gaming landscape, selling a whopping million units. Today, PLAION and Retro Games Ltd. have teamed up to bring back this iconic device, retaining the charm of the original while adapting it to the needs of today’s gaming world. The launch of the Atari 400 Mini marks a significant moment for those who cherish the golden era of gaming.
The excitement doesn’t stop at the retro design. The Atari 400 Mini comes pre-installed with 25 classic games, ensuring that fans can immediately dive into the games that defined a generation. But, there’s a twist! With Easter around the corner, hints from the creators suggest that this mini console might hold a few more secrets, possibly additional Easter Egg games, adding an element of surprise and delight for the players.
Play one of the 25 built-in games, including: Lee, Berzerk, Millipede, Miner 2049er, M.U.L.E, and Star Raiders II. Save your progress at any point in one of four save slots per game, or even pause and rewind gameplay to help you through the most difficult parts — a feature new to the 400 Mini. Play your own compatible games via a USB flash drive.
Paul Andrews, Managing Director at Retro Games Ltd., shares, “Our mini replica has been lovingly crafted to emulate the 1979 design classic. It’s not just a gaming console; it’s a piece of history, a tribute to the era when pixels ruled the world.”
Despite its reduced size, the Atari 400 Mini doesn’t compromise on the iconic look and feel of the original Atari 400. It’s a direct replica, shrunken to 50% of the original size, making it a stylish addition to any gamer’s collection. As the digital age makes it challenging for collectors to physically own their favorite games, limited run offerings like the Atari 400 Mini become invaluable.
Besides the pre-installed games, players have the opportunity to side-load their own games via a USB stick, adding to the versatility of this device. Priced at £99.99, the Atari 400 Mini is available in the UK at Amazon, but hurry – it’s a limited stock release! A waitlist is available for the U.S. version of the Atari 400 Mini, which is priced at $119.99.
For more details on this nostalgic journey back in time, visit Retro Games Ltd’s product page for the Atari 400 Mini. Get ready to relive the memories or create new ones with this beautifully crafted homage to a timeless classic.
