ColecoVision Announces the Launch of the Full-Size Stand-Up Arcade Unit
Nearly 42 years after the original ColecoVision console revolutionized home gaming, ColecoVision is proud to announce the launch of the ColecoVision Full-Size Stand-Up Arcade Unit. This new product, developed in partnership with American Gear, combines the classic charm of the iconic 1982 console with cutting-edge technology, offering nostalgia and innovation to retro gaming enthusiasts and modern gamers alike.
First released in August 1982, the ColecoVision console set new standards for home video game systems with its near-arcade-quality graphics and expansive game library. It quickly became a beloved platform, selling over 2 million units and introducing gamers to unforgettable titles like Donkey Kong, Zaxxon, and Venture. The console's innovative design and expansion capabilities, such as the ability to play Atari 2600 cartridges, solidified its place in gaming history.
First released in August 1982, the ColecoVision console set new standards for home video game systems with its near-arcade-quality graphics and expansive game library. It quickly became a beloved platform, selling over 2 million units and introducing gamers to unforgettable titles like Donkey Kong, Zaxxon, and Venture. The console's innovative design and expansion capabilities, such as the ability to play Atari 2600 cartridges, solidified its place in gaming history.