Atari 2600+ Is Now Available

The new Atari 2600+ looks a lot like the old Atari 2600. But while it might boast an old-school design, it’s decidedly modern. This includes support for wide screen mode, HDMI input, and a 10-in-1 cartridge loaded with the following games:

• Adventure
• Combat
• Dodge ‘Em
• Haunted House
• Maze Craze
• Missile Command
• Realsports Volleyball
• Surround
• Video Pinball
• Yars’ Revenge

While your Atari 2600+ includes a single CX40+ Joystick, you can pick up a second one for $25. This is about as close to the original as you’ll get, featuring not just a large red fire button and rubberized joystick, but also a wired DB9 connector. That means it works with both the new 2600+ and the old 2600 (if you still happen to have one lying around the house). As of this writing, it's sold out at Amazon but can still be ordered through Atari's store.

Like the CX40+, the CX30+ Paddle is a reimagined version of the old paddle controller. This replica includes not just the paddle controller, but also a four-game bundle:

• Breakout
• Canyon Bomber
• Night Driver
• Video Olympics

Not sold on the 10 games included with the Atari 2600+ console? Then be sure to check out Mr. Run and Jump 2600 and Berzerk: Enhanced, both of which are available for $30. Mr. Run and Jump is a brand-new platformer that just recently released for modern consoles and PC, so this "demake" is pretty neat.