The AtardoVision, a legend of obscurity.

Perhaps you know someone who owned a Sega 32x. Maybe they even bragged about its color palette or processing capabilities. Now the very same people refuse to admit any involvement with the system, and can get nasty if the subject is pressed. That's the problem with the AtardoVision. There is not one person that will admit to owning the console. But we promise it was awesome, and it really did exist.




Console Specs:

Input - A hefty 5 lb. 1-button controller, with optional multi-slice cords for single-player experiences. Stainless steel casing was compatible with EST cartridges.


Processor - All data was exchanged through the peculiar 3.5" Cartridge Slit. Inserting other media (such as floppy discs or gnutella) would reportedly upset the delicate circuitry beyond the confines of the cartridge slit, potentially ruining the console.

Extra Features:

"Simultaneous Multicoloring" technology allowed for more than one color to appear on screen at any given time. Expert programmers could have used this technology to create mind-blowing blinking or flashing effects.

An auto turn-off function to prevent the console from overheating. Randomly reset game play.

Cost:

I heard an AtardoVision sold for roughly 3000 yen somewhere in Asia. That translates to about 500 dollars in American money.