THE 800XL™
THE 800XL™ Available to Order
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THE 800XL™
THE 800XL™ Available to Order
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THE 800XL™ is the definitive Atari 8-bit home computer recreation.
Everything is better in 8-bit
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.
In The Box
THE 800XL™ Home Computer, THECXSTICK 8-Button Joystick (USB-A connector & 1.8m - 6ft cable), USB-A to USB-C Power Supply Cable (1.8m - 6ft) (AC Adapter NOT included), HDMI Cable (1.8m - 6ft), Quick Guide.
Included Games List
Airball™, Asteroids®, Basketball™, BattleZone™, Berzerk™, Boulder Dash®, Bristles, Capture the Flag, Centipede®, Crystal Castles®, Elektraglide, Encounter, Flip and Flop, Henry’s House, Hover Bovver, Lee, M.U.L.E., Millipede®, Miner 2049er®, Missile Command®, O’Riley’s Mine, The Seven Cities of Gold, Star Raiders® II, Wavy Navy, Yoomp!™
Hidden Games
Castle Crisis (third-party) and Super Breakout® (first-party) are hidden on the carousel and require an analogue controller connected to unlock.
THE 800XL™ & © 2027 Atari Interactive, Inc. THE 800XL internal hardware and proprietary software © 2026 Retro Games Ltd. ATARI, the ATARI logo, THE 800XL, and certain individual Atari game names and logos are trademarks of Atari Interactive, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Device produced under license from Atari Interactive, Inc. Certain preloaded games are included under license from their respective rights holders. All rights reserved.
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