The Atari Lynx: A Console Ahead of Its Time?

In the late 1980s, Atari released the Lynx, a retro handheld console that was well ahead of its time in terms of technology and innovation. With its impressive color display and ability to play complex games on the go, the Lynx was a machine that deserved more attention than it received. In this video, we'll take a closer look at the Atari Lynx, exploring its features, games, and legacy, and asking the question: was it truly a console ahead of its time? From its sleek design to its iconic games like Pitfall and Centipede, we'll delve into what made the Lynx so special, and why it remains a beloved retro handheld console among gamers today.

[schmaulie]

I had the original when it first came out. The backlight died and no one would repair it 😢

[SonicSony]

The Game Boy and Game Gear were the 2 most successful handhelds of the 1990’s

[RetroLindsay]

I had the gameboy and atari lynx, I felt rich, personally I preferred the atari for indoors and the gameboy for outdoors

[Zooumberg]

I remember the North Eastern Electricity Board or as it was called locally, the neeb was closing down. They were selling these for a fiver each. I wish I'd bought them all up.

[therealdonchelios]

I remember it, you can find the full romset online 👌

[stpworld]

I remember it but never saw it as a kid they actually show it on Clarissa explains it all a few times an old nick show I had a game gear and I had a battery pack so I got 9 hours of game play

[arkatoz]

I had the original one that was twice as long ! Favourite game: slime world.

[Kradlum]

My brother had one. Probably still got it in a drawer somewhere

[garethjohnstone]

I had its big brother, the Jaguar. Unfortunately.

[aholder]

I used to want one so bad when I was a kid. But got a sega instead lol✌️😎

[andytastic]

I have one with Batman just like yours

[AnonymousAnonymous-sl]

That game was massivlt ahead ofnit time, was far superior to waht was out at the time. Failed becasue it was ahead of its time.