Retro Games Ltd opens pre-orders for Atari 800XL recreation

First reported by Tom's Hardware at · Updated · 2 sources

The Atari-licensed THE 800XL modernizes the classic 8-bit home computer that was popular in the early 1980s, according to Tom's Hardware. That report describes the recreation as intended to remain faithful to the original, while Engadget reports that the updated device connects through HDMI and includes 25 built-in games.

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Tom's Hardware The Atari 800XL returns with a 'faithful' but modern Retro Games Ltd redesign · Mark Tyson
Engadget The Atari 800XL hybrid gaming console is back after decades in obscurity · staff@engadget.com (Lawrence Bonk)