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Basic Programming - Atari 2600 Game

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$89.77 $212.97 In stock

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Learn the basics of coding with Basic Programming for the Atari 2600.

Write and run simple programs using the included keypad controllers, one of the earliest coding tools for home consoles. A unique piece of gaming history for collectors.

PRODUCT DETAILS
Condition: Used
Genre: Utility
Platform: Atari 2600
Region: NTSC (N. America)
ESRB: Unrated/Unlisted

———This game is fully cleaned, tested & working. Includes the Cartridge Only unless otherwise specified. May have some minor scratches/scuffs.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Zoe ★★★★★

The keypad controller is surprisingly responsive for a console this old, and I love being able to type out simple loops and see them run. It's a cool way to get a feel for how early home programming worked.

Adam ★★★★★

I was skeptical a 2600 game could actually teach coding, but writing real programs line-by-line with the keypad is surprisingly rewarding. It’s basic, sure, but the satisfaction of getting a loop to run properly is pure retro magic — perfect for anyone curious about where home programming started.

Ruby ★★★★★

The keypad controller is a nice tactile way to enter code, though it takes some patience to get the programs running. I actually managed to make a simple loop that displayed numbers on screen, which felt pretty cool for such an old game.