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It’s safe to say the Atari 7800 wasn’t everyone’s childhood console.

Even taking that into account, the retro console homage has never been cheaper.

Atari 7800+ console next to stack of games and wireless controller on woodgrain desk

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Could I simply get my original Atari 7800 out and, y’know, play the same games?

But alas, this gadget keeps functionality pretty close to the original ’80s machine.

Perhaps my biggest gripe with the 7800+ is the fact it doesn’t support 5200 games.

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But other than that, deciding between the systems will come down to your own personal nostalgia.

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Top down view of Atari 7800+ on desk

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Atari 7800+ controller next to original on desk

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