Tag Archives: Colecovision

The History Of The Coleco Adam | The Uncommon Valley

The Coleco Adam is a home computer and expansion device for the ColecoVision released in 1983 by American toy and video game manufacturer Coleco. It was an attempt to follow on the success of the company’s ColecoVision video game console. …

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ColecoVision Clone Consoles | The Uncommon Valley

The ColecoVision offered a closer experience to more powerful arcade video games compared to competitors such as the Atari 2600 and Intellivision. The initial catalog of twelve games on ROM cartridge included the first home version of Nintendo’s Donkey Kong …

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CollectorVision Phoenix Prototype System – FPGA ColecoVision System

In this video Brian goes over the new CollectorVision Phoenix system which is a prototype FPGA ColecoVision System. For more information and to help support the Kickstarter, please visit: collectorvisionphoenix.com Special Features F18A Video Enhanced Compatibility Built-in* ($86 value!) Officially licensed …

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Team Pixelboy’s Wizard of Wor Arcade for the ColecoVision!

Released in early 2018 by Team Pixelboy, this is an incredible port of the arcade game Wizard of Wor to the ColecoVision!  It does require use of the Super Game Module by Opcode Games, which can be obtained from the …

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Gamester81 The Video Game Commercial (Featuring Gamester81 Himself)

A wacked out fan made video advertising Gamerster81’s Game for the Colecovision featuring John Lester himself in it. Could you beat this challenging arcade game on Jedi Knight Mode? Check out Carlo’s channel and subscribe to it here: 

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VGBS 67 – Interview with Chris Cardillo of Coleco Holdings LLC

Topics Include: Coleco Retro Gaming & Collectibles Expo 2017 ColecoVision Memories Q*bert – ‘Don’t Go Up’ Strategy Controller Talk Analyzing Cyclical Trends within the Hobby Chris’ Books NES Accessibility vs Coleco Era and Prior Homebrew Quality Control The Coleco Chameleon …

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Analogue NT Mini system review – most advanced NES clone

In this video I review the new Analogue NT Mini system. It’s the most advanced NES clone to hit the market as well as the most expensive. Is it worth the asking price? Let’s find out. The Analogue NT Mini …

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Ringing In 2017 With A 30+ System Haul! Boxed Virtual Boy!

What a way to start the year!  My first large scale purchase from another local game collector including NES, SNES, Game Boy, N64, Virtual Boy, Sega Genesis, Master System, Saturn, Dreamcast, Atari Jaguar, and even a Super Disk Interceptor!. FACEBOOK: …

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VGBS Live 10 @ RetroWorld Expo with Gamester81, Rewind Mike and Dongled

VGBS goes Live at RetroWorld Expo in Connecticut. This is a hilarious panel as we show up late and I basically start the episode as John “Gamester81” Lester and I are running to the panel room. It turned into an …

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National Video Game Museum Tour

  Retro Eric and Retro Mo hit up the National Video Game Museum in Frisco, Texas. For additional videos by the Midwest Retro Gamers: Click Here Join the new Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/ Star Wars fan? Then check out our sister site: http://swnut77.com  

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The best Xbox collection ever!

  I’m at my friend Toby’s house and he shows me a tour of his Xbox collection. It’s incredible, and I’m curious, is this the best Xbox collection ever? Oh, and he also has a complete ColecoVision, Saturn and Odyssey …

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SoCal Retro Gaming Expo pickups and recap

In this video I show some gaming pickups I made from the SoCal Retro Gaming Expo, and I also recap the event too. SoCal Retro Gaming Expo’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/socalretro/?… Fed Clothing: https://www.facebook.com/FedClothing/… Music by Brian DeLuca with CollectorVision Games: https://www.facebook.com/collectorvision For more video …

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100 Greatest Console Video Games – Book Review

This is a review of the 100 Greatest Console Video Games by Brett Weiss. Link to Purchase the Book Please subscribe and share! https://www.youtube.com/thesubcon3 Also Find me at: http://hagensalley.wordpress.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesubcon3 https://www.facebook.com/completenes Twitter: https://twitter.com/GamingVgbs Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesubcon3/ For additional posts by …

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Colecovision Super Arcade Controller and Adapter Kickstarter!

The kickstarter campaign for the Super Arcade Controller and Adapter for the colecovision and colecovision flashback system has gone live!  It started January 20th, 2016 and will continue for 29 days.  So far Edladdin has raised $1,565 of their $9,650 …

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Arcadia (Tutankham)

  Arcade games were known to be quarter munchers, but Tutankham is one of the King’s of this idea! For additional posts by Maximpact24: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum Star Wars fan? Then check out our sister site: http://swnut77.com

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Mouse Trap (Colecovision) Review – 8-Bit Tidbit – 8-Bit Eric

8-Bit Eric reviews Mouse Trap for the Colecovision. + Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c… + 8-Bit Eric T-SHIRTS!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-h1hl… + Support me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/8biteric +Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/the8bitericshow +Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/the8bitericshow + Download the 8-Bit Eric App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/8-bit…

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Top 10 ColecoVision Games

The ColecoVision system is one of my favorite systems of all time, and I go over my top 10 ColecoVision Games. Check out the Complete History of Coleco book at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/… Count down voiceover by Erek Ladd: https://www.youtube.com/user/Crosroad… Website: http://dev2017.gamester81.com Follow me at: …

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ColecoVision Module #2 with Turbo Game Review

  In this video I review the ColecoVisoin Module #2, which is a steering wheel, gas pedal and Turbo video game by Sega. Check out this new SNES game I’m working on: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/439982171/new-snes-game-sydney-hunter-and-the-caverns-of-dea Gamester81 Shirts: http://www.chopshopgoods.com/category_s/1951.htm Website: http://dev2017.gamester81.com My Star …

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Top 10 Most Underrated Game Consoles

There have been a lot of different game consoles to hit the market over the years, and some have done well and some not so much. Here is my list of top ten game systems that I feel are underrated. …

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New Spunky’s Super Car game

  This is a closer look at a new ColecoVision home-brew game called Spunky’s Supercar. There are six unique levels and this is one of the most random games I’ve ever played. It’s still a lot of fun though. More …

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Colecovision Flashback Unboxing | 8-Bit Eric

This is an unboxing video of the Colecovision Flashback that I recieved for Christmas. Check it out mate. Subscribe to 8-Bit Eric

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Flappy Bird for the ColecoVision Review

Here is my review over a new ColecoVision game called Flappy Bird based on the popular iOS game. To order a copy email [email protected].  For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum  

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New Atari Flashback 5 System Review

I review the new Atari Flashback 5 system with 92 built in Atari 2600 games. For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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The 100 Greatest Console Video Games – Review | 8-Bit Eric

  8-Bit Eric takes a look at Brett Weiss new book “The 100 Greatest Console Games”. For additional posts by 8biteric: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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New Intellivision Flashback System Review

Here is a review over the new Intellivision Flashback 60 in 1 system. Is it worth getting? Find out here. Check out Stoneagegamer.com: http://stoneagegamer.com For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum  

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New ColecoVision Flashback System Review

Here is my review over the brand new ColecoVision Flashback system (coming out in October).  It’s a ColecoVision plug and play system that has 60 built in games in one. Check out Stoneagegamer.com: http://www.stoneagegamer.com/ For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here …

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Gamester81 The Video Game will be available at CGE & PRGE

Due to popular demand, I’ve decided to do a second printing of my game Gamester81 The Video Game for the ColecoVision system.  I’ll be selling these in hand at both the Classic Gaming Expo in Vegas on September 12th-14th (http://www.cgexpo.com), …

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Colecovision: A Retrospective Review

  If you’ve ever wondered about some older consoles that pre-dated the NES, check out this retrospective review to learn about the Colecovision, the arcade experience you could bring home. Sorry Atari! For additional posts by CrosroadsReviews: Click Here Join the …

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GCW Zero Handheld System Review

Part 1: Overview & Unboxing: Part 2: Gameplay & Final Thoughts: I review the GCW Zero handheld system, which enables you to play emulators on the go.  So how is? Find out here… Available at: http://www.thinkgeek.com/ Check out: http://www.stoneagegamer.com/ For …

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Atari 5200 System Review

I review the Atari 5200 which came out in 1982. Some consider it one of the worst systems of all time.  So how is it really? Check out Stoneagegamer.com here:  http://www.stoneagegamer.com/ For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 …

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Smurf Rescue Colecovision Review

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The Worst Gaming System Ever! The LJN Video Art System Review

I review the worst system of all time…the LJN Video Art which came out in 1987. So what makes it so bad?  Find out here. Check out Stoneagegamer.com here: http://www.stoneagegamer.com For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum  

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Epic Gaming Haul (10,000+ Games & 300+ Systems)

  I join my good friend Joe Cody who recently traveled across the country to Florida to pick up a huge haul.  He shows what he got and tells the story of how he got it. eBay store: http://stores.ebay.com/the-video-game-gallery

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Mr. Do! Colecovision Review

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Popeye Colecovision Review

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Midwest Gaming Classic-Vendor Room Recap

This is a recap over the Midwest Gaming Classic’s vendor room area. For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Limited Collector’s Edition Two Pack-Computer Space & PONG

I take a look at a new collector’s edition two pack for the ColecoVision that features ports of Computer Space and PONG.  This limited edition set was limited to only 150 copies and features a lot of great items. CollectorVision’s …

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Exciting news! I’m producing retro video games!

I’m joining CollectorVision Games as Head of Marketing and Producer where we will be releasing a lot of new retro games for retro systems including the Atari 2600, ColecoVision, NES, Dreamcast and more! For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join …

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Rare Super Game Module review-for the ColecoVision

I review the rare Super Game Module addition for the ColecoVision.  It increases the memory, has an enhanced sound chip and essentially turns the ColecoVision into an MSX computer. Get on the waiting list for one here: http://opcodegames.com/sgm.htm  Pick up …

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Gamester81: The Video Game Update & Final Gameplay

Available at: http://www.atari2600.com/ccp7/ecom-prodshow/COLGAM0564-Gamester81-The-Video-Game.html For more ColecoVision Games go to: http://teampixelboy.com/ & http://collectorvision.com/   For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Battle of Hoth Review-ColecoVision

I review Battle of Hoth, the newest ColecoVision homebrew based on original Empire Strikes Back for the Atari 2600 and Intellvision. Available at: http://teampixelboy.com   For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Epic Game Pickups Video 90+ Games on 25+ Consoles

Retro Games Part 1:  Retro Games Part 2: Modern Games Part 1: Modern Games Part 2: Check out Stoneagegamer.com here:    For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Pac-Man Collection for the ColecoVision-Review

I review the Pac-Man Collection game set for the ColecoVision.  This is a rare fairly recent homebrew game that shows some very impressive home ports for both Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man.   For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 …

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Gamester81: The Video Game-Update

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Gamester81: The Video Game is now available!!!

Available for preorder now at: http://igg.me/at/gamester81/x/4133569 Joe Cody (Owner of Atari2600.com) and I have teamed up to release a one of a kind new homebrew game for the ColecoVision system! For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Gamester81: The Video Game exclusive first look

I’m launching an Indiegogo campaign next week for a brand new unique ColecoVision homebrew game simply called Gamester81: The Video Game.  I’m co-producing it with my good friend Joe Cody Owner of Atari2600.com. More information coming soon, but for now …

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History of Consoles: Telegames Personal Arcade System (1988)

Console: Telegames Personal Arcade Manufacturer: Telegames Availability:  1988 Original Cost: $40 ($89.93 including inflation) History:  On February 1986 Bit Corporation released the DINA 2 in 1 system, or often times known simply as DINA.  Bit Corporation was a Taiwanese company that had previously released …

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Game Nut Entertainment Video Games Walkthrough

I visit Game Nut Entertainment Video Games which has an awesome selection of both retro and modern games. Check it out, and here is their website: http://www.game-nut.com/ For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the new Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum  

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Coleco ADAM Computer Review

Part 1: Part 2:   I join Joe Cody from Atari2600.com and we review the Coleco ADAM computer, which ultimately killed Coleco. Why did it do so bad? What could it do?  Find out more here. The ADAM and other …

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History of Consoles: Atari 5200 (1982)

Console: Atari 5200 Manufacturer: Atari Availability: 1982 History: In the early 1980’s Atari was still successful with their Atari 2600 console, but soon there were many competitors including Mattel’s Intellivision (released 1979) that were taking some of the gaming marketshare …

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Game On 2.0 Gaming Exhibit Walkthrough

I join ChargeBackFord and we hit up Game On 2.0 a gaming Exhibit at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, Canada. For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the new Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum

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Major Changes Through Video Game History

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Pandora Handheld Review

  Part 1:   Part 2: Part 3: You can find out more about the Pandora and order it (now without any waiting) at : http://openpandora.org/ For additional posts by Gamester81: Click Here Join the new Gamester81 forums: http://dev2017.gamester81.com/forum  

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Epic Game Pickups-140+ games on 30+ Platforms

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History of Consoles: ColecoVision (1982)

Console: ColecoVision Manufacturer: Coleco Availability: 1982 Consoles Sold: 6 Million+ Original Retail Price: $175 ($415.47 including inflation) History: The company Coleco was founded in Connecticut in 1932 originally as a manufacturer of leather supplies and as a shoemaker.  Eventually Coleco …

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Joe Cody from Atari2600.com Interview at CGE in Las Vegas

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Classic Gaming Expo Recap 2012

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All Gen Games Podcast: Episode 106

  Have you Played Atari Today?   This week we are joined by Joe, the owner of Atari2600.com to talk about managing such a huge online store stocking thousands of rare and retro games, the Atari 2600 price guide, and a slew of …

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History of Consoles: Mattel Intellivision (1980)

Console: Intellivision Manufactured By; Mattel Electronics Availability: 1980 Original Retail Price: $299 ($832.69 including inflation History:   In 1978 major toy manufacturer Mattel decided to enter the home video game market after seeing Atari’s success with the Atari VCS (2600).  Mattel …

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Jennell Jaquays on Coleco and Bard’s Tale IV

   I’m back this week with part 2 of my chat with fantasy illustrator and vintage game designer Jennell Jaquays. In this part, she talks about her time at Coleco, where she worked on some awesome prototypes that sadly never …

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Cabbage Patch Kids: Adventure In The Park Review for the Colecovision

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Amazing Video Game Collection with Joe from Atari2600.com

     Joe and I discuss rare and retro video games: An amazing video game tour: www.atari2600.com

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