Magnavox Odyssey 2
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One of the original console systems, with glorious late '70s color scheme
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Magnavox was really on the ball when they released their Odyssey system in the early '70s, and their Odyssey 2 system
implemented the cartridge design methodology that would grow into what we know as the home gaming console. The idea
of easilly plug-and-play small circuit boards was a huge mental leap, and once made allowed for the explosion of game
development and the explosion of popularity of home systems.
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The collection that I found to add to the Preserve came with not only a boxed example of this important system, but also a
mysterious shipping box emblazoned with Magnavox.
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Which turned out to be a packed, original shipping case of Odyssey games!
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I even find the opening method of the box - with a large rear-hinge which allows the entire top to swing up and back,
to be a good design that really isn't used enough. The packaging is still solid and complete, and showcases this 25
year old piece of electronic history.
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And at last here we have the system. This set even included some original paperwork, and all original cables and connectors.
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Magnavox Odyssey 2 Titles in the Preserve
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| Title |
Producer |
Year |
# |
Owned |
| Armored Encounter!/Sub Chase! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9403 |
Complete |
| Blockout! Breakdown! |
Magnavox |
1980 |
AA 9427 |
Complete |
| Casino Slot Machine! |
Magnavox |
1980 |
AA 9426 |
Complete |
| Computer Intro! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9406 |
Box, Cart |
| Cosmic Conflict! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9411 |
Complete |
| Electronic Table Soccer! |
Magnavox |
1980 |
AA 9423 |
Complete |
| Football! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9402 |
Complete |
| Invaders From Hyperspace! |
Magnavox |
1979 |
AK 9414 |
Complete |
| I've Got Your Number! |
E. Averett |
1979 |
AK 9413 |
Complete |
| Las Vegas Blackjack! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9401 |
Complete |
| Match-Maker!/Logix!/Buzzword! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9407 |
Complete |
| Out of This World!/Helicopter Rescue! |
Magnavox |
1979 |
AK 9419 |
Complete |
| Pachinko! |
Magnavox |
1980 |
AA 9425 |
Complete |
| Pocket Pool! |
Magnavox |
1980 |
AA 9424 |
Complete |
| Showdown in 2100 A.D.! |
Magnavox |
1979 |
AK 9416 |
Complete |
| Speedway!/Spin-Out!/Crypto-Logic! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9400 |
Complete |
| Take the Money and Run! |
Magnavox |
1978 |
AJ 9412 |
Complete |
| Thunderball! |
Magnavox |
1979 |
AK 9415 |
Complete |
| War of Nerves! |
Magnavox |
1979 |
AK 9417 |
Complete |
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