The Atari 2600 My Play Watch has a pong and missile command instead of applications

Atari is now selling a smart watch that prioritizes fun over functionality. The watch user interface can be customized with works of art and thematic sound effects of Atari 2600. But push it directly to the impulse purchase territory is the capacity of the clock to play Centipede, Reek, Super Breakoutand Missile command Using the touch screen or the clock crown dial function as a palette controller.

Instead of trying to compete with the capabilities of Apple Watch, the Atari 2600 my game watch He has been addressed to players for a long time nostalgic enough for the consoles of their youth to spend $ 79.99 on a prepared physical conditioning tracker. The watch is available to preordinate now through the online store of Atari and is expected to be sent before June 10, 2025.

There is still no Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity. So, although the Atari 2600 My Play Watch will not bother you with notifications of your smartphone, you will not be able to expand its capabilities by downloading applications or new games.

There are some updates at Atari 2600 My Play Watch. Its 2.02 -inch touch screen is slightly larger than the 1.86 -inch screen on the Space Invaders clock, it has a stronger and more industrial -looking metal box, and now there is a button located below its crown dial. It also comes with three interchangeable bands with retro graphic designs, although Atari says they will only be available for limited time.