You can get hands on with the new Atari 2600+ games console this week at PAX Aus in Melbourne.

PLAION, a global leader in video game publishing and development, has teamed up with Atari, one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and creators of interactive entertainment, to announce the global availability of pre-orders for the Atari 2600+ – a faithful modern-day recreation of the pioneering console from 1980. The release date for the Atari 2600+ is set for November 17th, 2023, and you can now pre-order it for $189.95 in Australia.

When you order the Atari 2600+, it comes with a 10-in-1 game cartridge and a CX40+ Joystick controller, adding a nostalgic touch to your gaming experience. You can also purchase a standalone CX-40 Joystick for $39.95 in Australia.

Additionally, there will be more launch titles available, including cartridges for Berzerk Enhanced Edition and Mr. Run and Jump, designed specifically for the Atari 2600+.

Pre-orders are now open at EB Games and Amazon.