THE800XL [800XL]

Meet THE 800XL™, a faithful recreation of Atari's best-selling 8-bit home computer, from the ground-breaking Atari computer family that introduced millions to gaming, programming and digital creativity. Designed to recapture the magic of classic Atari computing, it combines authentic styling with modern convenience, featuring a full-size mechanical keyboard, cartridge slot, HDMI output, and 25 built-in games. Whether you're rediscovering childhood favourites or exploring Atari's legendary games for the first time, THE 800XL delivers the definitive Atari home computer experience for both long-time fans and a new generation of players, creators, and enthusiasts.

With support for Atari 8-bit home computer software, as well as games developed for the Atari 5200® console, THE 800XL offers access to decades of classic games and software. Instantly play iconic titles such as Centipede®, Missile Command®, M.U.L.E. and Battlezone™, or load games you own from a USB flash drive.

For those who still have a collection of Atari cartridges tucked away, THE 800XL features a working cartridge slot compatible with most original Atari 8-bit cartridges, letting you enjoy your favourite software just as you remember it. Completing the experience is a refined THECXSTICK, a modern recreation of Atari's iconic joystick that captures the feel of the original while adding extra versatility for today's players. For long-time Atari fans and newcomers alike, THE 800XL lets you discover what made Atari's 8-bit computers so special.

 

• Faithfully recreated Atari 800XL™ design featuring a full-size mechanical keyboard.
• Includes 25 built-in classics, including Centipede®, Missile Command®, M.U.L.E. and Battlezone.
• Experience the complete Atari 8-bit legacy, with support for software created for the Atari 400™, 800, XL and XE computers, and the Atari 5200® home console.
• Rediscover your original cartridge collection with a working cartridge slot supporting most Atari 400, 800, XL and XE cartridges.
• Load your own games and software from USB flash drives with cartridge, disk and cassette image support.
• With the built-in games, side loaded software or inserted cartridges, save your game at any time in one of four save slots per game, and instantly rewind gameplay by up to 30 seconds.
• Write and save your own programs in Atari BASIC.
• Enjoy perfectly scaled HDMI output with PAL (50Hz) and NTSC (60Hz) support, authentic 4:3 and pixel-perfect display modes, plus optional CRT filters.
• Personalise your experience with a choice of 12 display frames.
• Includes a refined THECXSTICK, a modern recreation of Atari's iconic joystick, featuring eight integrated action and function buttons discreetly built into its classic design.
• Connect additional controllers and USB storage devices via four USB-A ports and connect power via the included USB-C cable.