Atari 2600+ Review: A Perfect Gift Idea or Pass?

The wait is finally over and I have my hands on a retail 2600+ console. In this video I test several things and give you my thoughts about this product. Edit: One multicart works with this, the Dragonfly 7800 multicart. For more info about this you can visit here: atari.com/collections/atari-2...
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Introduction to 2600+ 00:00
2600+ Unboxing 0:33
CX-40+ Unboxing 3:26
2600+ Size Comparison 4:06
2600+ Gameplay with 10 in 1 Cart 4:59
Berzerk Enhanced Edition 5:46
Mr. Run and Jump 6:03
Updated 2600 Compatibility List 6:41
2600 Games that don't work with the 2600+ 6:57
Untested Games that I will test on the 2600+ 7:04
2600 Homebrew Games Compatibility with the 2600+ 8:05
CX30+ Paddle Controller Bundle 9:18
Additional Controllers Tested with the 2600+ 10:09
2600+ Atari 7800 Compatibility List 11:25
2600+ Untested 7800 Games 11:31
2600+ Playing Pokey Sound 12:07
7800 Homebrew Games Compatibility with the 2600 12:32
Final Thoughts about the 2600+ 13:10

[@johnhancockretro]

Update: I have a small correction to my review. The Dragonfly Multicart does indeed work with this. Since it works differently than other multicarts, it does indeed work. I got some misinformation and stand corrected. I ended up testing this myself to confirm this.

[@thomashughes4326]

This mustache style is not a great look for you; just letting you know.

[@Mika73x2]

Sadly Harmony multicart won’t work. Wonder if Boulder Dash cartridge works or Plus WiFi cartridge.

[@marklechman2225]

@@thomashughes4326maybe it’s for Movember? Either way, I think it looks pretty badass.

[@Rabbitlord108]

Now can you check and see if this will take power from a USB port on a TV?

[@IvoryTowerCollections]

@@Rabbitlord108 I saw another review on the 2600+ where the person was doing exactly that. Although I've heard the 2600+ needs a 1A output rated power supply and I think many TV's USB ports only provide about half of that, but you would need to check the specs on your TV to verify this.

[@RCfromtheNYC]

Wow! Your unboxing took me back to 1981 when I found a 2600 under the Christmas tree. To date, its the best Christmas I ever received, and i still get chills whenever I take out my console and fire her up!

[@shannonmarie294]

I have an original Heavy Sixer which I purchased off of Ebay earlier this year and with the 80’s being my generation I absolutely adore it!! I have honestly wanted one for years, have a couple different version’s of the flashback’s but the original Heavy Sixer I cherish!!! ❤️

[@robthebruce_81]

Not having a power brick is like buying a pair of shoes without shoe laces. What if Nike said you have laces laying around and we don't need to provide them .

[@Rabbitlord108]

Don't give them any ideas.

[@HECTORMONTALVO-le9cn]

@Rabbitlord108 yeah don't give them ideas!🤔

[@TiberiusWallace]

That's false equivalence.

[@mattb9664]

That's a little dramatic, but understand the point. If these companies are saving that $1-$5 per clean-power brick, and saying that it's all in the name of the environment and to save on fuel, then pass it on to us. Don't just keep the money. (Thanks Apple)

[@TiberiusWallace]

@@mattb9664 tbh it's not even about saving money, it's about saving E-Waste. I've got drawers full of the things.

[@outsidethewaxbox]

6:46 I'm heartened to see that not only was Custer's Revenge tested, but that it was given a pass. You're doing god's work, testers.

[@PitfallHarry72]

🤣🤣🤣

[@user-sw4qd2up2s]

I actually used to have that when I was in Jr High. I hid it because I thought I'd get arrested. 😂

[@bobbus_74]

Nice, well balanced video review. Let's hope the update arrives swiftly and addresses the major issues. Still, I'm looking forward to receiving my unit this week.

[@The_Real_DCT]

I think a rule when it comes to compatibility right now is if it uses any non standard chips such as CBS's Ram plus, the additional memory on the supercharger or the music and mapper on Pitfall 2. Should be considered incompatible for now. Since it's just dumping the rom image

[@MrMegaManFan]

Thanks for the review John! Looking forward to getting mine in the mail. All the best to you and your family.

[@TheLaymanVideoGamer]

I agree about the manual, but I actually kind of like the dip-switches! That really takes me back

[@waynerowlinson6177]

Thanks for the review. I'm impressed by what I see already, and the fact that future updates will offer more support is a big plus. I have a rather large 2600 collection, and only a dozen or so 7800 cartridges. I've never owned a 7800, so the only way I've played its games are through emulation on my PC, so I look forward to dusting off the cartridges and actually playing them.

[@operationshutdown155]

Been waiting for this review! Thanks for testing all those carts and controllers… much appreciated!

[@TheGameBeaters]

Glad they sent this to you for review. Its odd that there is such a long loading screen being the games are so small. Its great that some of those homebrew are loading too. Overall it seems with a few improvements it could be worth it for the right people.

[@PigDogBay]

Booting up I guess

[@meetoo594]

Probably loading the kernel and emulator before dumping the game. It uses an off the shelf rockchip chipset so probably some stripped down Linux variant.

[@HatcherTechnomantics]

Some of the emulation glitches can occur depending on how the calculations for things getting displayed were done with the old CRT TVs. We appreciate all of your work! Having 7800 support is great.

[@kjhoskins]

Looks great. Can't wait to get ahold of mine. Thanks for the video, John.

[@Al8lack]

Thank you for the excellent review John. I have to say that I've not been this excited for a "mini" console since they announced the original NES Mini. Shane about some of the support, especially Rampage, but hoping an update or 2 will sort it out.

[@pac_entretenimento]

Great vídeo! Im a big Atari fan! Greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@nensondubois]

The major upside is that they designed the plug and play console with updates in mind so they can address emulation issues with games at an eventual point in time. Aside from that, the only minor issue is that the console is smaller than the original, though that isn't enough to put me off from buying one next year. I own original 2600 controllers and cartridges and plan to buy a few homebrew titles. I'm also amazed that they're allowing, and possibly in-house developing after-market games for the 2600 system. Very impressed because they have ironed out most of the issues so far.

[@RETRONuts]

It has no USB connectors only DB9 connectors so how would you update it? It only has the USB for power, you would have to have a OTG cable to do it from that connector, if so then it would of come with one, I am guessing the power connector is the OTG connector, cause they need away of flashing the firmware on to its nand on its pcb board so will always have a way in to it, on THEC64 the OTG connector is the USB port on the back of it next to its HDMI port. Unless its can download updates via the internet and connect it to your WIFI, Koch Media's Capcom Home Arcade could do that and the Atari 2600 Plus was made by Koch Media too. RM made the hardware and Atari made its firmware that runs on Linux, like THEC64, RM made the hardware and RGL made its firmware, its the same logic, Atari do not make hardware, they never have, ATGames made the other Atari Flashback consoles with Atari IP, Atari were mainly a publisher for games, well they were when they were Infogrames and Atari Interactive was GT interactive, remember them, I know everything about Atari and its history and where they come from, because its important where companies come from and what happened to them, like Commodore, the old Atari company dies in 1998, Atari now has no connection to it or to Jack Tramiel's Atari, its a completely different company, it all on Wikipedia.... :)

[@sonicfun016]

Great thurough review my man! I just received mine, along with the paddle pack and Berzerk. Loving all the Atari products coming out as of late!

[@dbfalcao]

Awesome!! I hope to get my hands on one of these soon! Thanks for the video!

[@kenwheeler3637]

I'm overjoyed to hear that the new controllers are well made. I definitely plan to grab a couple sticks and a paddle set.

[@MountainHomeJerrel]

Thanks for the great coverage, John. That's a real fascinating console.

[@thestuff10]

The “IMMORTAL” John Hancock just loooooves Atari!

[@albdamned577]

Thank you for this update. This has been very helpful for navigating this new device. I am a little put off the 2600 isn’t coming in until the 24th but that is more a complaint of Amazon.

[@sandycole49]

I appreciate the review! I'm seriously considering getting one of these! I should also get my Atari 5200 out and see if it still works. I know the controllers were having issues with the side buttons.

[@nykraftlemagnifique]

Hail from France ! Thank for the review ! I'm impatient to have this new 2600 ! Keep up the good work !

[@Outrider74]

I remember that it wasn't even called the 2600 at first; it was just the VCS

[@michaelbotting806]

It’s good to see that Atari have updated their compatibility list - a number of games that were previously untested are now listed at “pass” - including a number of the multicart titles such as Activision Super Hit Pak & Rad Action Pak - which I did not think would be possible with the 2600+

[@andrewosborne7544]

This is exciting, I've had mine on preorder for awhile now!

[@Evercade_Effect]

Great, honest review! Agreed homebrew support needs to be there. I'm glad to see the compatibility for old and new paddles. The fact that track balls works is excellent! This is on my radar for sure as I like to have options!

[@The_Real_DCT]

Especially since Atari bought Atari age which is one of the biggest sites for Atari homebrews

[@memo134]

Idk about honest. The museum was a fucking lie.

[@sandal_thong8631]

Originally, Missile Command didn't have trackball support, it just worked like a joystick: move in direction it goes that way at a constant speed. I heard they set up the game on the computers so it would work when it eventually came out. That is, move the ball fast, your cursor goes in the direction quickly; move it slow it goes slowly. I'm guessing Millipede lets it work as a trackball?

[@RobsRetroGaming]

Woohoo!!! I preordered. Can't wait to get mine!

[@dougjones8952]

Been waiting for this review and just as usual, Mr Hancock delivers!! My prediction is that they might have a heavy sixer in the future as a special edition. I will probably get myself one. The pros really outweigh the cons for me. But I agree, that they should push out an update soon and fix these issues. Thank you John for all you do. God bless you and your family ❤❤

[@johnhancockretro]

That would be cool!

[@chackokhan]

Great review John, I was hoping to see a review from you on this console! I’m suspect that the 7800 Game Drive may not work either on the Atari 2600+ but, would love to know

[@foooooob]

Thank you for the review man! You´re just great. Take care!

[@darkridearts]

I’m so excited for this thing. Atari was before my time but I’m ecstatic a company has finally released a continuing official way to play their legacy games. Wonder what new games we will see on here. Yars 2?

[@tritosac]

I always liked the Atari 7800 version of Asteroids. At the time when it came out I thought the graphics were such an improvement to the original.

[@MVLGAMING]

I think its cool to be able to find a new console (albeit emulation) that can play Atari cartridges off the shelf. I hope it can play PAL (with the correct colours) and NTSC games. And although its a shame it doesn't come with a power supply, it is good news that the controller is pretty solid. Which might be a good replacement for original controllers if it works with original hardware as well!

[@brianwolverton9834]

answered a lot of my questions... thank you!

[@johnhancockretro]

Happy to help!

[@smelldawg]

Thank you for the review. Seems like the positives outweigh the negatives here - glad to hear it!

[@BriansManCave]

Its a nice device for what it is... I like that you can play 7800 games! I do agree about the power brick though. Be interesting to see how updates go on it.

[@sprint2938]

Awesome honest review. I really hope they get some compatibility issues taken care of.

[@johnhancockretro]

I hope so too

[@woollymammothinspace]

I just ordered one of these from Atari. Should be here before the weekend. And I do have quite a few homebrews for both 2600 and 7800. So I hope they release a firmware update or something. I bought a couple of homebrews off of you too, John, in Columbus Ohio at the gaming expo. (nice to have met you btw) Good stuff, man. I'll see if this new thing from Atari plays those too. If not, I still have my original consoles. But it would be nice if the plus plays them.

[@dave4shmups]

Great review!

[@Benderrules78]

Just ordered mine can't wait. Great video.

[@johnhancockretro]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@GameJunctionMedia]

Great video! Looking forward to checking this console out here soon.

[@johnhancockretro]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Grind24hours]

Great video, John. Keep em coming!

[@johnhancockretro]

Thanks, will do!

[@ScoobyDimagiba]

Thanks for this review. I have the CX-22 trak-ball instead of the CX-80 you have at 10:55 but I believe both have a switch you set to work with stock Missle Command, Millipede, etc (JS mode for joystick emulation). I was wondering if you have the true trak-ball third-party homebrew cartridges from Atariage and were able to make your CX-80 plugged and work in true TB mode on the Atari 2600+. Thanks again. Keep the great reviews coming.

[@jamesajones1979]

John, Thank you for this thorough review. I noticed the trackball test and wondered which version of millipede that was. Was it the atariage trackball series or a regular millipede cart?

[@johnhancockretro]

Regular millipede.

[@lekanraposte6732]

Impressive that they thought to include a cartridge port at last. Now I can finally play my original Atari games in HD! By the way, the no power brick thing is a cost cutting measure in two way. The brick itself, but most importantly, you get ONE unit to sell for the whole world. The differences in electric standards are irrelevant.

[@VintageGamerLtd]

Good review John. Still waiting for mine.

[@johnhancockretro]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jdaywork2693]

Sounds like overall, it's a pretty solid system! I'm enjoying listening to Howard Scott Warshaw's audiobook called Once Apon Atari. What a life indeed!

[@jorgeseda3311]

Many years ago, I bought a multi games cartridges that uses switches to select the game. I need to try it with this new unit.

[@talesfromthejundlandwastes5498]

Hello John - Could I please ask you to try your Atgames Atari Flashback Paddles on this unit, to see if they work in any fashion ?? With Thanks !!!

[@chrischism6896]

Hi! Does the Atari 2600 + have stereo sound? And is it in 1080p?

[@arturius7462]

Thank you for the review! How is the emulation quality? Did you notice some input lag or is it pretty much like playing an original 2600?

[@provisionalhypothesis]

John, thanks for testing everything, I appreciate the update about the Hyperkin Ranger and Trooper. and the Genesis controller workaround. I myself enjoy the ranger so I'm glad it works. The homebrew compatibility is to be expected but I'm sure either Atari or third party enthusiasts will help us hack/mod the console, they did with every other device, this should a challenge for them. So I'm hopeful, although I don't expect that melody/harmony board games or games with risc processors will ever work. However, I think there's a great opportunity by Atari to make 2600+ games that can target a few of these and the fact they own AtariAge means I'm hopeful about that happening. This thing is just too cool of a package for me to pass up, given that most of the games I care about (except Klax, damn I want 7800 klax and 7800 pac man collection (non-40th)) work. I would have raged if Defender II / Stargate didn't work, that's a killer game for 2600. Rampage 7800 wasn't that good anyway, the NES version is far better.

[@Snestastic]

Is the box for the new Berzerk the same size as original Atari boxes? Would make it easy to buy box protectors if they are.

[@marcretro]

chatted with the developer at PRGE nice lad thanks for the review hmmm 2600 was my first console i do like the 7800 compatibilty but as some do they kinda cheap out which never feels satisfying..

[@mjdf122]

John Hancock taking it back Atari the beginnings of gaming blessed to see all from 1980-Now

[@TheShospitali]

Alright a review I've been waiting on. A Hands On Review At Home Review! Way to go Ernest! I mean John!

[@selbyjohnson5986]

I kind of like the cart with the dip switches. It makes it feel retro.

[@BURRITO44]

Another great review

[@blcksmth]

@johnhancockretro Does the "TBA's UNO-2600 Cartridge" that you reviewd 5 years ago work with this "2600+"? Being able to run these games from and SD card would be the deal-maker on this one.

[@jengelenm]

Thanks for your thorough reviews as always. You have loads of hardware for testing and the most complete reviews. Did you have the opportunity to test any rom/flash carts or multicards? Like 2600 Harmony, Uno, Krokodile, or 7800 HQ Gamedrive?

[@leftctrlgaming]

I preordered my in Sept...can't wait to give a try

[@MrGreenYeti]

On HD TV's most of them have a USB slot on the back, which is enough power to plug the console straight into, bypassing an extra outlet and a usb adapter plug.

[@stevenclaflin]

Excellent review John. Yes, it's kind of stupid that they didn't include a "official" power brick. Thanks for the video. Have a great day!

[@rushkiss2012]

Any chance of the harmony cart working after update?

[@btread8875]

Hey John, I know you mentioned that there was no power brick packed in. Is there one for the console that is sold separately? By the way, thanks for testing all of those games and peripherals and letting us know which ones work. Your efforts are appreciated. 🙂

[@WattTheTech]

Have you tried it with a PAL carts what does it do. Does the unit arrive in either NTSC or PAL, im from the UK but moved to Canada so I actually have my original PAL 2600 from the early 80s and a NTSC 2600 Junior. So I have carts for both regions. How does the 2600+ cope with that situation ? Thank you

[@MichaelKing-vm5wv]

Hi John. Thanks again for another year of superb content. Do you happen to know if Rikki and Vikki runs on the 2600+? Many thanks and Merry Christmas.

[@johnhancockretro]

Not at this time.

[@MichaelKing-vm5wv]

@@johnhancockretro cheers for the reply. Fingers crossed they get that working as I love that game!

[@PC_TV_73]

I almost bought this three times already and every time I stop myself because in reality am I gonna play these games I may try them but the reality is just something that’s going to sit on the shelf like everything else. I’m finally using good self-control.

[@TrondRune]

Cool! Thank you for the video! Does the new joystick work with the original 2600?

[@danialvereb]

Yes

[@michaelbotting806]

Any idea on whether the Activision multicarts will work e.g super hit pak, rad action pak etc?

[@pauljones1350]

Hi can the new atari 2600 +play cammando 1985 by Activision by data east USA game, does it play OK on this new atari2600+.it says on box 2600or7800 on 2600 mode as iam bidding on such an old game in new unused condition 😮

[@juliusmega7373]

5V 1A does the atari 2600 + need iff somebody wanna know it, because of the power cable

[@danootto6382]

John, if you can, do you have any PAL 7800 games? And if you have access, will they run on this? I am also bummed out about Rampage 7800 😢

[@rickweis2787]

Got mine ordered. :)

[@JamalTheTitan]

Will the trooper play 2 button 7800 games? I'm looking for something so I can play Pole Position II

[@gabrieleiannicelli7716]

the 4 in 1 cartridge works on the old consoles? thanks in advance

[@mackretro1961]

How does it line up with the retron 77? I have one and heavy sixer and I prefer the original .

[@tomflanagan3889]

Hmmm sticking with my Retron 77 until they clean up the 7800 side. The good thing about the retron 77 is that you can side load roms so if a cart won't dump correctly you can still play the game via rom. So Galagon and Draconian can at least be played some way. The Atari 2600+ is probably in a better staring point than the retron 77 was but at that price point they need to clean things up before I buy one.

[@johnhancockretro]

And I wonder if games can be sideloaded to this? Maybe with update?

[@tomflanagan3889]

@@johnhancockretro I am sure eventually there will be a way. Honestly, that is probably the best way to get 100% compatibility. My understanding is that it is running Stella 6.7 so it should run pretty much everything via rom. The 7800 compatibility will also improve somewhat with side loading. It is using the same emulator as Retroarch and that plays Rampage fine. It also does Bentley Bear's albeit without sound. There is a way to make this thing really kick ass if Atari follows through

[@chemicalburrito782]

I have to agree that the Retron 77 with the community firmware still looks like the way to go currently for cartridge-based 2600 gaming with HDMI output. Both can read physical Atari 2600 cartridges, but the Retron system has some of the creature comforts (such as playing games from files that the dumper itself can't read from cartridge) that even retrogamers expect from modern hardware. So while I've got the 2600+ ordered, I'll probably be playing the games on the Retron instead of on the 2600+. What I really wish this 2600+ would do is to save the rom dumps of the cartridges you put into it and populate a menu that would let you select a cartridge you've already played without having to put the cartridge back in again. That'd make it a game, to some extent, to "collect 'em all" ... and would make it less clumsy to actually play your game collection - especially if a lot of it is sitting on original cartridges from the 70s and 80s.

[@lofi-guy]

@@johnhancockretro If the console can receive an update via the USB C cable, then surely it can be exploited and sideloaded with roms

[@joeg4707]

The cart dumper is better on the 2600+. However, Retron 77--especially with the updated firmware--is great for side-loading. If an update, or the community, adds side-loading to the 2600+, it'll easily have the edge. Wait, they need to get Rampage (7800) working! lol

[@leonr1985]

I will decide that myself, i was still young when i first played Atari back in the 90's. It always depends on the price and if the one who you will give it to will appreciate it

[@forcedfeedbackclassicgamer5499]

When $1200 cell phones don't ship with power bricks, we shouldn't be too surprised when cheaper devices likewise skimp.

[@atarileaf]

Another game that doesnt work is the mnetwork bump n jump. It is a bankswitching issue apparently but the telegames version does work

[@cybergothika6906]

Atari 2600 was my first console around 88 if I recall correctly. The fun we had together. I was all alone but at least I had Pitfall, Pac-Man (where I saw/did my first bug) River Raid and Hero. I was happy and I had no idea.

[@branislavpinkava6933]

Hello. I want ask Atari 2600+. The list of the games updated contains more than 10 ready to play games?

[@mclaine33]

Idk why people are complaining about lack of a power brick. Does no one have a usb-c phone charger? And you can buy a power brick for cheap nowadays.

[@Mr.Chickenz]

Glad to hear the paddles work fine that a big plus!

[@DIRTYYETTI]

Is the star raiders video touch pad compatible with this system?

[@anthonycassino9769]

How far away from your tv did the power cable and joysticks allow you to sit? Do I need to buy a longer us-C to USB cable?

[@johnhancockretro]

I didn’t but some might consider that..,

[@skuzzbunny]

is it thought that a flash cart might be made compatible with this in the future, assuming that none are now if i gathered correctly.....???.

[@GenerationPixel]

This was great, John. I'm so happy you tested the compatibility list, homebrew games, and other features. You might have pushed me to pull the trigger on this 👍

[@viewtifuljoe66]

i want get this for older brother since grew up with atari 2600 it was favorite system, however he not one spend alot money can recomend good multi cart get him with good colleciton of 2600 and 7800 games, that work on this?

[@arcaderacer586]

Does this thing dump the rom from the inserted cartridge abd then emulate the game? Or I wonder if the system has all the roms built in and just recognizes the cartridge and applies the correct rom

[@jrassinier]

Does the new David Crane game work?

[@moknbyrd]

Great review. It really helped me decide, I did not want one. I have original 2600, and 5200, dip switch multicarts, from WAAAY back, and I still hate them. Not sure why they went that route unless they were attempting to avoid hacking. There's nostalgia and then there's "Why did you do that." Also, if the console can't play a lot of third party, after market or homebrew game carts, I have no use for it. Most of my favorites are not Atari brand games.

[@raoullangner-macmillan7655]

Great Video, thanks.

[@jeromewink557]

I am curious how many cartridge games work compatibility wise with the Flashback 2

[@VEN0M415]

Im really tempted to try this out and start collecting 2600 and 7800 games. I've played atari games on many alternatives but it'd be nice to get something more official. I always had an itch to learn how to make games for the 7800 and honestly (if I had the time) id love to see if I could make something like Zelda 2 with FEZ camera rotation to make 3d towns and dungeons. Maybe in time. But I hope this gets the updates needed to run those homebrew games.

[@darkridearts]

Dude. Please make that game. It sounds incredible!!!

[@VEN0M415]

@@darkridearts Lots of patience will be needed, but im sure theres plenty of support online to learn its functions and quirks.. And thr few hiccups from me having brain farts no doubt haha.

[@rossydv]

1:56 HTF are you to power it? I don’t understand how they would deliberately exclude a power brick? I’m considering ordering this in Canada, but which power brick does it use?

[@SaanMigwell]

I imagine it comes with documentation that tells you what power supply will work. I'm honestly surprised it's not just the usb-c i/o. It works fine for the switch, and yes I know the switch has a brick, but it works just fine without it, so long as the usb has the 5v power pin.

[@Knogle2]

A tiny nitpick, the lack of a scanline filter option. But hats off, Atari made this product. I'm not a cartridge collector myself, more a Commodore fan :) But I do have the Atari 2600 jr, the XEGS, 7800, and the Flashback X. I'm highly positive about any product releases, that helps extend the lifespan of retro gaming legacies. Thanks for a great review John, I was really looking forward to an Atari fan having a look :)

[@Apple2gs]

Better yet, why not provide a composite port that does 240p output in addition to the HDMI? If I had one of these, I'd want to hook it up to my CRT TV and get true scanlines! THAT little feature would make it feel like a real 2600! Even my Atari Flashback offers composite output in 240p.