Everything is better in 8-bit! With the THE 800XL - Mini Home Computer, you can bring home a faithful recreation of Atari's best-selling 8-bit home computer. This legendary machine was part of the groundbreaking Atari computer family that introduced millions of people to video games, programming and digital creativity. THE 800XL combines the authentic design of the original Atari 800XL with modern technology, including a full-size mechanical keyboard, a working cartridge slot, HDMI output and 25 built-in classic games.
Whether you want to rediscover your childhood favourites or explore Atari's legendary gaming history for the first time, THE 800XL delivers the ultimate Atari home computer experience. With support for Atari 8-bit home computer software and games developed for the Atari 5200 console, it provides access to decades of classic games and software.
THE 800XL - Mini Home Computer includes:
- THE 800XL home computer with mechanical keyboard
- THECXSTICK 8-button joystick with USB-A connection (1.8-metre cable)
- USB-A to USB-C power cable (1.8 metres)
- HDMI cable (1.8 metres)
- Quick start guide
- 25 built-in Atari games
- Please note: Power adapter not included
THE 800XL features 25 built-in Atari classics that are ready to play straight away. Rediscover iconic titles such as Centipede, Missile Command, M.U.L.E., Battlezone and Asteroids, or explore other memorable games from Atari's rich history. With support for software developed for the Atari 400, 800, XL and XE computers as well as the Atari 5200 console, THE 800XL offers a versatile retro gaming experience.
The 25 built-in games are:
- Airball
- Asteroids
- Basketball
- Battlezone
- Berzerk
- Boulder Dash
- Bristles
- Capture the Flag
- Centipede
- Crystal Castles
- Elektraglide
- Encounter
- Flip and Flop
- Henry's House
- Hover Bovver
- Lee
- M.U.L.E.
- Millipede
- Miner 2049er
- Missile Command
- O'Riley's Mine
- The Seven Cities of Gold
- Star Raiders II
- Wavy Navy
- Yoomp!
Still have a collection of original Atari cartridges? Thanks to the working cartridge slot, you can use most original cartridges designed for the Atari 400, 800, XL and XE computers. You can also load your own compatible games and software from a USB flash drive, with support for cartridge, disk and cassette images.
Whether you are playing the built-in games, loading your own software through USB or inserting an original cartridge, you can save your progress whenever you like. Every game supports four save slots, while the rewind function allows you to rewind gameplay by up to 30 seconds. The full-size mechanical keyboard also lets you write and save your own programs using Atari BASIC.
Enjoy classic Atari games on a modern television with HDMI output supporting PAL (50 Hz) and NTSC (60 Hz). Choose between the original 4:3 aspect ratio and pixel-perfect display modes. Optional CRT filters let you recreate the authentic appearance of a classic television screen.
Personalise your retro gaming experience with a selection of 12 display frames. This allows you to choose how classic Atari games appear on your screen while benefiting from the convenience of modern connectivity.
THE 800XL comes with THECXSTICK, a modern recreation of Atari's iconic joystick. This refined controller preserves the familiar classic design while incorporating eight action and function buttons discreetly into its appearance. With its USB-A connection and 1.8-metre cable, you can comfortably enjoy your favourite games from your preferred seat.
The four USB-A ports allow you to connect additional controllers and USB storage devices. Power is supplied through the included USB-A to USB-C cable, and an HDMI cable is also provided. Please note that a power adapter is not included.
Model: THE 800XL - Mini Home Computer
Based on: Atari 800XL
Keyboard: Full-size mechanical keyboard
Built-in games: 25
Compatibility: Atari 400, 800, XL, XE and Atari 5200 software
Cartridge slot: Compatible with most original Atari 8-bit cartridges
Video output: HDMI, PAL 50 Hz and NTSC 60 Hz
Display modes: 4:3 or pixel-perfect, with optional CRT filters
Save slots: 4 per game
Rewind function: Up to 30 seconds
Connections: 4x USB-A, HDMI and USB-C power input
Controller: THECXSTICK with 8 buttons and 1.8-metre cable
Included cables: HDMI and USB-A to USB-C (both 1.8 metres)
Programming: Atari BASIC
Additional features: Support for cartridge, disk and cassette images, 12 display frames
Power adapter: Not included
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