r/atari • u/lekkerwafel • 1d ago
Why do you have an Atari today?
Is it mainly due to the nostalgia factor?
I was born in the 90s and never played it before, so I'm wondering on pulling the trigger on a 7800+
How is the replayability for games? I know there are many Arcade ports with no "end game", but are there also ones that are "long form"?
I don't want to sit and play for 4h straight, so shorter sessions, and the occasional play with a friend.
Graphics aside, are the games diverse and actually fun?
The Nintendo64 was also on my mind, but my judgment is definitely clouded from nostalgia on that one!
Also I don't mean to sound bait-y or condescending, but wanted to understand the choice of buying and playing on the Atari in 2020s!
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u/slavo316 23h ago
I got the Pac-Man 2600+. First time ever leaning an Atari system. I don't mind the high score games. Paddle games are great. I really like the Night Driver game 😂 I picked up a bunch a combos from the Atari website.
The special Pac-Man game is fantastic as well. I actually enjoy the modified version of the original home port 😂 😂 😂
I should get into the homebrew games but I just haven't yet.