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Atari XEGS

Hardware Data

Release Year1987
ManufacturerAtari Corporation
CPUMOS 6502C @ 1.79 MHz
RAM64 KB
GraphicsANTIC + GTIA
SoundPOKEY
MediaCartridge, Floppy Disk, Cassette
Players1–2

The Atari XEGS (XE Game System) was a hybrid console-computer based on the Atari 8-bit family, designed to bring home computing and gaming together.

Description & Images

The XEGS shared compatibility with Atari 8-bit software and could be expanded with a detachable keyboard. It shipped with Missile Command built-in and was marketed primarily as a game console.

Atari XEGS Keyboard Atari XEGS Cartridge

Timeline / Versions

1987
Atari XEGS released
1988
Full keyboard accessory released
1992
System discontinued

Gameplay Video

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