Customer Ratings & Reviews

My wife and I bought this for my father-in-law for Christmas and he absolutely loves it! 120 games, wireless controllers and an HDMI connection? This is a very cool console. Plus, it's small enough to really throw in a bag and take with you on a trip. Came with everything you need to get started (HDMI cable included).

I was skeptical when I first spotted this at my local Best Buy. Picked it up and carried it around and then decided to be a kid again. Unboxing was easy and setup took less than a minute. I then lost track of time as I played title after title. Each one taking me back to the 5th grade. The ability to play a retro console on an HDMI TV made this magic possible. Thanks for that!! I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a nostalgic trip down memory lane...you won’t be disappointed!!!

If you're Atari fan, this one will take you back 25 years. Same games with little changes.

So, we’ve seen the Flashback before, but now we have it in A) classic styling, B) with HDMI, and C) true wireless controllers. All these things make it great - and overall, 4 stars out of five. My only issues... First - WHY is the HDMI port on the side?? This was just horrible planning in my mind - and there’s no excuse. Others have complained about this, and while it’s not a dealbreaker, it is annoying. For something going for retro style, looks matter. So why have a cable sticking out of the side??? Second - for the same price, the Genesis Flashback has a cartridge slot. There’s really no reason they couldn’t have put one here. Boo.

Easy setup and all the great games I remember. Would have been perfect if it came with the paddle controllers too. Still going to enjoy every minute playing.

Methodically, I bypassed all other iterations of Atari Flashback console series. This is the 8th generation release, which contains 120 games! It has an HDMI connection for simple audio/video hook-up and wireless controllers!

As someone who is an avid Atari 2600 fan and player, I can't help but notice the many differences between game play on the Flashback 8 Gold and the original console, especially with sound and lagging action. The Flashback 8 Gold makes for a nice screen saver with crisp HDMI connectivity, but as far as actually playing the games, meh. Someone who didn't grow up playing these games will probably just think they were never any good. The reason I gave it 2 stars instead of 1 is because of the box itself. I'm a collector and to me the real value of the FB 8 is the visual appeal, pretty sharp! It looks good on the shelf. If you can afford a toy that's better seen than played, go for it. Otherwise? Hit the tag sales and find yourself an original console. You won't be disappointed, and you'll probably save a lot of money!

Was looking for a different retro gaming console and couldn’t find it so bought this instead. Glad I got this one. Many of the old classics on this console and lots of fun.

I bought the game console for my wife who was recently diagnosed with early onset dementia. Playing the games not only provides her entertainment, but exercises her brain and helps her memory. She plays for hours at a time.

now my kids can play some of the games I did back in the 1980's. wish it was in 16/9 format. overwise very good for the $$$

A great collection of games at a reasonable price. This brought back alot of great memories.

I have to say it was so much fun playing the old games again! this unit is very easy to setup and play with the wireless controllers, great little unit and if you like the old games, this is perfect for you!

This is great for all you old school gamers! So much fun! Great price for a lot of memories.

great system, brings back a lot of memories of when i was younger

Bought this as a gift for a great price. I remember this from back in the day.

I purchased the original Atari when it first came out. In fact I still have it and occasionally use it. This retro game system was strictly a nostalgia buy but it does make playing the games much easier and faster. The quality of the images is also much better. It was a very comfortable purchase.

Everything worked great and easy to install. Very fun game for the family. Brings back memeories.

A trip back to the 80's in one simple unit. Great game selection and easy hook up.

I almost forgot how old this game system was until I saw the graphics. My little children hate the graphics lol... Technology has come along way... thanks millennials

My 6 yr old loves all the games even w the old school graphics. Teach em to appreciate the older stuff while having a fun time.