Atari Retro gamepad

ATARI CX40+ Joystick: The Authentic Retro Gaming Experience for Your Console

Step back in time and rediscover the golden age of video games with the official ATARI CX40+ Joystick. Meticulously engineered as a faithful recreation of the legendary controller that defined a generation, this retro gamepad is the ultimate accessory for any serious enthusiast of classic gaming. Whether you´re expanding your new Atari 2600+ console setup or breathing new life into your original vintage hardware, the CX40+ delivers the pixel-perfect precision and nostalgic feel you remember.

Experience your favorite 8-bit classics like never before. Feel the satisfying tactile response of the stick and the definitive click of the iconic red fire button as you navigate treacherous mazes in Pac-Man, blast alien invaders in Space Invaders, or dodge barrels in Donkey Kong. This isn´t just a controller; it´s a time machine that connects you directly to the heart of retro gaming, offering an unparalleled level of immersion that modern gamepads simply cannot replicate. Its plug-and-play design ensures you spend less time setting up and more time chasing high scores.

Key Benefits:

* Unmatched Authenticity: Built to the same specifications and dimensions as the original 1977 joystick, providing a genuine, uncompromised retro gameplay experience.
* Seamless Compatibility: Designed as the perfect companion for the new Atari 2600+ console, it is also fully compatible with original Atari 2600 and 7800 hardware, bridging the gap between past and present.
* Plug-and-Play Simplicity: No drivers or complicated setup required. Simply plug the DB9 connector into your console and start playing immediately.

Main Features:

* Authentic 1:1 scale recreation of the original Atari CX40 Joystick.
* Features the iconic orange ring accent and classic rubberized joystick boot.
* A single, oversized red "fire" button for primary actions.
* Sturdy and responsive joystick mechanism for precise 8-way directional control.
* Finished in the classic Atari black with authentic branding.

Controls

* Joystick: 8-Way Digital Stick
* Buttons: One (1) Primary Action / Fire Button

Technical Specifications

* Connection Type: Wired DB9 Port
* Cable Length: 1.5 meters (approx. 5 feet)
* Compatibility: Atari 2600+, Original Atari 2600 Video Computer System, Atari 7800 ProSystem
* Dimensions: Matches the original CX40 Joystick for a perfect in-hand feel