Blast! Games Can be Plugged into a Television
Glenn Mandel — October 2, 2018 — Tech
References: blast.atgames.net & hardcoregamer
From Pac-Man and Space Invaders to Pitfall and Dig-Dug, the retro gaming offerings of the 70s and 80s defined a generation. Now gamers of all ages have the chance to relive the classics with the "Blast!" line of 'Plug and Play' products from AtGames. Each Blast! product contains between eight and 20 classics featuring an amazing selection of arcade and home hits. With prices ranging between $19.99 and $39.99, this is a great way for anyone to play the games that sparked a video game revolution.
The Blast! family includes the Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 1, Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 2, Activision Flashback Blast!, Legends Flashback Blast! and Bandai Namco Flashback Blast!, all of which come with a USB-powered HDMI dongle that plugs directly into the TV and an ergonomic six-button wireless gamepad. The Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 3 swaps the wireless gamepad for a pair of wireless game paddles, which are specially optimized for its selection of classic paddle and ball games.
The Blast! family includes the Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 1, Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 2, Activision Flashback Blast!, Legends Flashback Blast! and Bandai Namco Flashback Blast!, all of which come with a USB-powered HDMI dongle that plugs directly into the TV and an ergonomic six-button wireless gamepad. The Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 3 swaps the wireless gamepad for a pair of wireless game paddles, which are specially optimized for its selection of classic paddle and ball games.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Gaming Revival - Retro gaming is experiencing a revival through plug-and-play devices such as the 'Blast!' line from AtGames.
2. Plug-and-play Convenience - Plug-and-play devices are becoming increasingly common and are becoming a disruptive innovation in the gaming industry.
3. Nostalgia-driven Innovation - Innovation in the gaming industry is being driven by a desire to capitalize on nostalgia for classic games such as Pac-Man and Space Invaders.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - The gaming industry can capitalize on nostalgia for classic games through innovative plug-and-play devices such as the 'Blast!' line.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the growing popularity of plug-and-play devices for gaming and entertainment.
3. Toy Industry - The toy industry can embrace the retro gaming trend and develop new products that appeal to a generation that grew up with classic games such as Pac-Man and Space Invaders
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