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AN ATARI PONG HOME CONSOLE

Lot 28
10.09.2024 00:00UTC +00:00
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AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUnited Kingdom, London
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ID 1279145
Lot 28 | AN ATARI PONG HOME CONSOLE
Estimate value
$ 3 000 – 5 000
AN ATARI PONG HOME CONSOLE
ATARI INC., 1975
Serial no 48288B
The black and brown console with central speaker and two control switches to the sides, with associated Toshiba Blackstripe TV.

The advent of video games as a mainstream leisure activity.

Originally released in 1972 from Atari Inc. and created by Nolan Bushnell and Al Alcorn, Pong transitioned from an arcade phenomenon to a home console staple in 1975.

Prior to the development of Pong, video games were primarily confined to research labs and arcade venues. The release for home use democratized access to video gaming, enabling consumers to experience this new form of entertainment in comfort - this shift not only broadened the audience but also laid the foundation for the home gaming market. Technologically, the Pong console was a marvel of its time. It contained a complete video game system within a compact and affordable unit, featuring simple controls and rudimentary graphics that were accessible to a wide range of users. The game’s straightforward mechanics—simulating table tennis by controlling paddles to hit a ball back and forth—ensured its broad appeal and easy learning curve.

Indeed, the Atari Pong home console was a groundbreaking development in video gaming history and its introduction marked the transition of video games into mainstream culture, establishing the home gaming market and influencing the future trajectory of the industry. The Pong console's legacy endures as a symbol of the early days of video gaming and its transformative impact on entertainment.
The TV: 10 ¾ in. (27.3 cm.) high, 14 ½ in. (36.8 cm.) wide, 14 ½ in. (36.8 cm.) deep
The console: 5 ½ in. (14 cm.) high, 10 ½ in. (26.7 cm.) wide, 5 ½ in. (14 cm.) deep




Provenance

LCM Collection.



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This lot is subject to additional disclaimers. Please carefully review Section E(2), subsection (m) “Vintage Computers and Machines”.
Auction house category:All other types of objects, Instruments
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