Odyssey / Odyssey² Specs |
Specification |
Description |
CPU |
i8048 |
Clock speed |
1.79 MHz |
RAM |
64 bytes |
Resolution |
262 x 240 pixels |
Top Games |
 UFO |
| Attack of the Timelord |
| K.C. Munchkin |
| Quest for the Rings, The |
| Power Lords |
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Magnavox Odyssey 
Magnavox Odyssey² [1972, 1982] 
The original idea of the first programmable video console was born in 1966 by Ralph Baer.
The Odyssey had many accessories including a set of dice, playing cards and poker chips to add to the player involvement. Score cards were also included as the console didn't keep scores for you. Two screen overlays that were laid on top of the TV screen to provide the correct background for the game that was being played. The power source for the Odyssey was batteries, but an AC adaptor could also be used.
The Odyssey² was later released which had about six variations. The main one released in Europe was the Philips Videopac G7000.
VERDICT |
This console was the first and started the games console phenomenon. |
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