By 1975, Atari had released a Pong home console that competed against Magnavox, the only other major producer of home consoles at the time. However, Atari engineers recognized the limitation of …

While gaming technology marches forward, Atari remains a powerful reminder that the simplest experiences often make the most profound impact. Remembering Atari, The First Console That Stole …

Backed by Warner, Atari released the highly anticipated VCS – the first console that brought video games out of the arcade and into the home. The console was released with nine games, and with …

Atari console, video game console released in 1977 by the North American game manufacturer Atari, Inc. Using a cartridge-based system that allowed users to play a variety of video games, the Atari …

Sep 10, 2022 · On Sept. 11, 1977, Atari unveiled the Video Computer System (VCS). It wasn’t the first game console, or even the first console to accept cartridges.

Nov 10, 2025 · The history of Atari game consoles began with the Atari 2600, released in 1977. At a time when arcade games such as Space Invaders were among the top game titles, the Atari 2600 …

Atari first entered the home market with its 1975 electronic table-tennis game Pong. But its true game changer came out two years later: Atari 2600 Video Computer System.

Apr 14, 2025 · Warner Communications acquired Atari in 1976, accelerating development. The following year, the Atari Video Computer System (VCS) launched at $190 (about $1,000 today). The console …

The Atari 2600 is a home video game console developed and produced by Atari, Inc. Released in September 1977, it popularized microprocessor-based hardware and games stored on swappable …

May 25, 2023 · The Atari 2600 was developed by Atari, Inc., a pioneer in arcade games, home video game consoles, and home computers. The console was designed by a team led by Joe Decuir and …