Atari will close the VCS software store on February 1, 2027

The closure will retire the modern Atari VCS platform, a Linux-based machine powered by an AMD APU, according to Tom's Hardware. The Verge reports that the console's development involved delays, name changes and assurances to crowdfunding backers that the project would continue over a saga spanning a decade.

Covered by 2 publishers within 2 hours of the first report.

• Tom's Hardware: Retro Atari VCS platform will end with the closure of its software store in February 2027

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TH Tom's Hardware Retro Atari VCS platform will end with the closure of its software store in February 2027 · Mark Tyson 7:45 AM

VG The Verge The Atari VCS saga will come to an end next year when its software store closes · Andrew Liszewski 9:17 AM

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