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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 112 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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83%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the Flashback® 8 Gold Console's impressive game collection, finding it easy to set up and use with its HDMI connectivity. Positive feedback also highlights the nostalgic experience it provides. However, some users reported issues with the responsiveness of the controllers.

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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Flimsy unofficial console

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wanted the games and experience but this wasn’t it. The controllers were cheap and the gameplay none too good. I don’t believe the unit would be durable. Once one of the controllers broke in the first two weeks I quickly returned the unit for a refund despite being under the warranty period. Too risky.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Brought back memories

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I loved it, bought it for my 7 year old twins n they love it as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Controllers

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Broken in Box

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it in advance as a birthday gift in January. When we finally opened it and hooked it up, the controllers don't work. Now it's too late to even return or exchange it. Probably better off finding a real vintage Atari!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    OK purchase

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ok for my great nieces and nephews when they visit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Controllers

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Returned

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I ended up returning this mainly due to the lag in response from the remote control which made the games difficult to play.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not worth it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was excited to share old school games with my son but the experience was not what I had hoped. The games were not nearly as fun as I remembered.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Rather Disappointing

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sorry to say, I was hoping this would bring back fond memories, but instead, it was mediocre at best.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Controllers

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not very good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The delay was too long with the remote controllers. It made the game not playable.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Cool console

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    O was expecting a better quality, many important games were left out

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Was not happy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I did not care for this game console games were not easy to play

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Controllers

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Controls Are Terrible, Graphics look Spot On

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ok I used to play my Older Sisters 2600 when I was growing Up. I eventually got a 7800 Atari. And Of Course went on to a NES, SNES and so on and so on. But I still Missed playing the Old School Atari Games. So I figured for $70 I would try it. Well the Games look great in HD,720p. But the Controllers that came with are terrible. I tried playing Break Out and Super Breakout and the Paddle Flashes back and forth so fast I remember being able to lightly touch the old school controllers to finer movement onscreen. And I suppose I could go out and buy either Used or New Atari Controllers. I could just buy the cheaper version that comes with wired controllers but it lacks the HDMI output. I think I will just get Atari Flashback Game discs that are available for PS4 and Xbox One instead. Maybe find a Good Used 2600 or 7800 online.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Really?!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This item was bought as a new purchase on Best Buy.com, but that is not how it was received. The box was open, the front of the system was marked up, the poster and instructions were missing and there were batteries in one of the controllers. This is not cool Best Buy. I spend a lot of money in your stores and expect my products to be in new unused condition.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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