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Atari 800XL modern hardware reissue

Overview

Atari, in collaboration with Retro Games Ltd. and PLAION REPLAI, has announced a modern reissue of its classic 800XL 8-bit home computer. The device is designed to maintain the original 1983 aesthetic while integrating contemporary hardware and connectivity.

Technical specifications include a full-sized mechanical keyboard with integrated Atari BASIC, an HDMI output supporting PAL and NTSC signals with CRT filters, USB-C power, and four USB-A ports. The system features a physical cartridge slot compatible with the Atari 400, 800, XL, XE, and 5200 series.

The reissue will include 25 pre-installed classic games, such as ‘Asteroids’, ‘Centipede’, and ‘Missile Command’, along with a compatible joystick. The product is scheduled for release on April 23, 2027, with pricing set at approximately 219.99 Euro, 219.99 USD, 199.99 GBP, or 349.99 AUD.

Entities

Retro Games Ltd. · Atari · PLAION REPLAI · Plaion · Retro Games Ltd

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Atari announces modern reissue of 800XL 8-bit home computer

    Atari is reissuing its classic 8-bit 800XL home computer with modern features like HDMI, USB-C, and a mechanical keyboard. It includes 25 pre-installed games and supports original cartridges.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    Atari announces modern recreation of classic 800XL computer

    Atari announced the THE 800XL, a modern recreation of its classic 8-bit computer. Featuring a mechanical keyboard, HDMI, and 25 built-in games, it is set for release in April 2027 for approximately $219.99.

Sources

cat5.pl · chip.com.tr · elregional.cl · gamers.at · gamersglobal.de · gamesasylum.com · hothardware.com · ictnews.ir · oldschoolgamermagazine.com · papergeek.fr · phonandroid.com · pizzafria.ig.com.br · stadt-bremerhaven.de · yankodesign.com