Buy Atari 50: The First Console War PS5

Relive the Dawn of Console Wars with Atari 50: The First Console War!

Step back in time to 1979, the era of the very first console war! Atari 50: The First Console War DLC for Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration PS5 delves deep into the legendary rivalry between Atari's VCS (later known as the Atari 2600) and Intellivision, a formative period that shaped the entire video game industry. Discover the untold stories behind this clash of titans and understand how it impacted the evolution of retro gaming and the burgeoning arcade game scene.

Unearth Lost Gems and Exclusive Interviews

Experience a treasure trove of video game history with 19 new games, including several rare M Network prototypes making their debut! This is your chance to play games that were almost lost to time, offering a unique glimpse into the design philosophies and technology of the era. Explore classic gaming in a whole new light!

Hear From the Legends Themselves

Gain unprecedented insight into the first console war through new timeline video interviews. Hear directly from M Network programmer Jane Terjung, Activision legends David Crane & Garry Kitchen, homebrew programmer Dennis Debro, and esteemed video game historians Leonard Herman & Mike Mika. These fascinating interviews reveal the strategies, the struggles, and the surprising twists that defined this crucial chapter of video-game history. Learn about the game development process and the business decisions that fueled this epic battle.

Don't miss this essential DLC for Atari 50, offering a captivating blend of playable history and insightful commentary on the birth of the console wars! Rediscover the magic of retro Atari and Intellivision games and understand the lasting impact of this groundbreaking rivalry. Get your dose of video game nostalgia today!