ATARI’s 1987 Console Had a Computer Inside

My Atari XEGS thrift find is ready for a closer look! After sharing this pickup about a month ago, I got requests to show it in action—and that’s exactly what I’m doing.

I’ll tour the hardware, play some cartridges, and connect a FujiNet adapter to explore what this 1987 game console and Atari 8-bit computer can do with a little modern help. From its detachable keyboard to those unmistakable pastel buttons, there’s plenty to explore in this unusual piece of Atari history.

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– CHAPTERS
00:00 Atari XEGS
01:41 Console
04:20 Keyboard
05:35 Accessories
06:21 XG-1 Lightgun
07:15 Paperwork
08:50 Preloaded
10:30 Bug Hunt
10:50 Flight Sim II
11:32 Dig Dug
12:00 Donkey Kong
12:47 Pac-Man
13:22 Space Invaders
14:04 Frogger
14:48 FujiNet
15:48 Miner 2049er
18:08 Star Raiders
19:40 Conclusion