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Vectrex Mini interview - David Oghia talks up the nostalgic vector powerhouse

Having been wowed by the news of the Vectrex Mini at Gamescom , I rushed off some questions to VectrexOn's main man  David Oghia . After a post-event, well earned, break, he's kindly given us a lot of detail about the project and some new images of the unit to share.  His story mirrors mine somewhat, Vectrex represents a glowing, unaffordable, obelisk of gaming power from our youth! But he's had the energy and drive to do something about it, and met the right people to get the job done!  What first got you interested in Vectrex and what spawned the idea of a Mini version? I’ve always been passionate about retro-gaming, but my first love was computers rather than consoles — the ZX81, then the Commodore 128. I only really discovered the console world in the late 90s, which is when I got my very first Vectrex. Of course, I had seen it in stores back in 1983, but at that time it was far too expensive for me.  Today, I own five Vectrex systems at home. Vector-based games ...
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Atari go recharging Breakout, Centipede and Asteroids for Switch physicals

Continuing Atari's 50th birthday celebrations (or shameless cash-in, you decide) there's a new set of physical releases on the way. A pair of double packs containing Asteroids and Breakout Recharged, and Black Widow and Centipede are coming via Limited Run. Pre-orders are open on Friday 25th November. 


Yes, they look a bit like shiny Vectrex remakes, but if you are into your classics, these should find a place in your heart, or your compulsive collecting disorder. 



While they're hardly at the level of the Atari 50 collection, they keep driving the retro-modern theme going, which I'm good with. That said, where's the single-cart budget option? Each collection is $35 or $69 for the Switch exclusive quad-pack. Note, each game is £8 on the eShop, so you can get them all for the price of almost one. 


Grab pre-orders here, and here's a little more about each game. The physical releases should be with you next year. 

ASTEROIDS: RECHARGED
Asteroids: Recharged creates a familiar, but revitalized and modern challenge to both old school and new high score chasers. And 30 unique and creative challenge levels take the space shooting game play into new territory, complete with local and global leaderboards.

BREAKOUT: RECHARGED
The original brick-breaking game is back with some of the toughest challenges yet! Breakout: Recharged steps up the excitement with super challenging gameplay, all new power-ups, modern graphics and another original soundtrack from award-winning video game composer Megan McDuffee.

BLACK WIDOW: RECHARGED
Aim for a high score in the old school arcade mode and earn bragging rights with your name at the top of the leaderboard. Or test your skills and rank on the boards in one of 30 intensely creative challenges, which twist the gameplay in new and exciting ways.

CENTIPEDE: RECHARGED
A dozen new power-ups can give you an edge by introducing abilities like screen-clearing explosions, rail guns, and even slowing down time. Every mode and level is playable in local co-op mode with a friend.

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