The Atari Lynx HandyCast

The Atari Lynx HandyCast

By Mark LittleTechnologyLeisureVideo GamesHobbies
Download on the App Store

The Atari Lynx HandyCast episodes

  • EPISODE 06: California Games

    #PA2025, Published by Atari Corp.

    In this extra-length episode, I cover California Games, the pack-in/launch title for the original Lynx console in September of 1989. Included in this major episode is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects for each segment of California Games. I also highlight reviews of the game, and I share feedback about the game from some of my loyal listeners. Plus, I also provide information about the prices that collectors can expect to pay for any of the three variations of an Atari Lynx California Games cartridge on eBay, as well as at other online retailers.

          
    California Games was released in three cartridge variations for the Atari Lynx: flat-style (left), ridged-style (center), and curved lip-style (right).

    CALIFORNIA GAMES VITAL STATISTICS

    Release Date: September of 1989.
    Initial Retail Price: Originally, a free California Games cartridge/manual was included with the Lynx I console for a retail price of $179.95. By April of 1991, the same Lynx I console/California Games package had been augmented with a mail-in certificate for the free purchase of an additional cartridge, and lowered in price to $149.95. California Games was later sold separately in its own carton at an unknown retail price.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo cartridge available in three styles (flat, ridged, and curved lip).
    Game Genre: Action/sports title for one player on the console, or for two-to-four players using the ComLynx cable.
    Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal).
    Ports to Other Systems: Amstrad CPC (1987), Apple II (1987), Commodore 64 (1987), MSX (1987), ZX Spectrum (1987), Apple IIgs (1988), Atari VCS (2600; 1988), Commodore Amiga (1988), DOS (1988), Atari ST (1989), Nintendo Entertainment System (1989), Sega Master System (1989), Sega Genesis (1991), J2ME (2005), and Nintendo Wii (2008).
    Sequel to: Summer Games (including Summer Games II, The Games: Summer Edition [a.k.a. Summer Games 3]), and Winter Games (including The Games: Winter Edition).
    Sequels: California Games II for DOS (1990), the Atari ST (1992), the Commodore Amiga (1992), and the Sega Master System (1993); California Games X for the J2ME (2008); and California Pro Golf for the Commodore 64 and DOS (both 1989).
    Number of Players: 1-4 (with ComLynx support).
    Packaging: As a free pack-in, the cartridge (and manual) originally were housed in a plastic bag within the Lynx I console box. Later, the cartridge was sold separately in a standard-tab regular-size carton (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″) in full color. A larger version of the carton was sold overseas in the European and Asian markets.
    Instruction Manual: Stapled 20-page manual (including front and back covers) in monochrome. As a free pack-in for the Lynx I console, the manual was a large-size booklet (6 5/8″ by 4 3/4″). Later on, the same manual was folded in half and included in the carton when the game was sold separately in the regular-size carton. For the international markets, a regular-size booklet manual (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″) was included with the cartridge. The manual was in English only for the large-size booklet in the US, and in English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese for the regular-size booklet sold internationally.

    CALIFORNIA GAMES CREDITS

    Developer/Licensee: Epyx, Inc.
    Programmers: Footbag: Pete Wierzbicki; Halfpipe: Stephen Jungels; BMX: James Donald; Surfing: Larry Abel.
    Artwork:  Matt (Matthew) Crysdale, Suzie (Susan) Greene, Jenny Martin, Art Koch, Paul Vernon, and Sheryl Knowles.
    Music: Robert Vieira and LX (Alex) Rudis.
    Came in Real Handy: RJ Mical and Dave Needle.
    Consultant: Chuck Sommerville.

     

    LYNXED IN

    The Atari Lynx HandyCast is Now Part of The Throwback Network
    Thanks to the hosts of The Throwback Review Podcast, (Sean Johnson, also of The Average Runner Podcast, and Rob “Flack” O’Hara, also of the You Don’t Know Flack Podcast), The Atari Lynx HandyCast has been added to The Throwback Network. Many retro-themed podcasts are included on the network (both gaming- and non-gaming-related). I myself subscribe and listen to most of them, and I would highly recommend that you check out all of the great podcasts listed there. You can find the network here.

    New Atari Lynx Trading Cards (Series 1) Now Available

    Marc Oberhaüser on Atari Age is selling copies of his new trading card set for the Atari Lynx. He has already created trading card sets for the Atari 5200, the Atari 7800, and the Mattel Intellivision. The cards look fantastic, and I’ve already ordered the first set, which includes 55 cards: one each for 50 of the first games released by Atari, with the remaining five cards covering the console itself, game rarity scores, and additional information. Cost of the first set is €37.50 (roughly US$44.47), which includes shipping worldwide, and the set has already begun shipping out to those with pre-orders. You can read the Atari Age forum thread about the card set by clicking here. If you’re interested in owning this must-have accessory for Atari Lynx collectors, you can PM Marc Oberhaüser on the Atari Age Lynx forums, and he’ll get you on the purchase list.

    Interview with Chuck Sommerville

    Many thanks to Bill Kendrick, curator of the Atari Party in Davis, CA every year, and Shinto of The Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast, both of whom alerted me to a recent Retro Hour podcast interview with Chuck Sommerville, creator of the original California Games, as well as the Lynx game Chip’s Challenge, and with whom I share a birthday (I think I’m a little bit older). He also served as a consultant for the Lynx port of California Games. It’s a very interesting interview with one of the greats in the retro gaming industry, and I highly recommend you all check it out; I have a link for the interview here. And you can be sure that I’ll be exploring Chuck’s biography and career more in-depth in EPISODE 09: Chip’s Challenge, coming up in June.

    LYNX LYNKS

    Information About California Games:
    Atari Age title info/rarity guide for California Games
    Atari Gamer title info/rarity guide for California Games
    Digital Press title info/rarity guide for California Games
    Wikipedia article about California Games
    Moby Games article about California Games
    Giant Bomb article about California Games
    Glitch and Easter Egg for California Games on GameFAQs

    Reviews and Ratings for California Games:

    Review by Jeff at JVGS
    Review by Robert A. Jung at IGN (1999)
    Review by The Video Game Critic (2003)
    Review by Cyril Lachel at Defunct Games (2004)
    Review by Retro Gamer Team (submitted by Alex Holmes) at Retro Gamer (2008)
    Review by Chris Alaimo at Classic Gaming Quarterly (2009)
    Review by Roger Barr at I-Mockery (2011)
    Review by AusRetroGamer on AusRetroGamer(2013)
    Review by Drew Kenaz at Indie Retro News (2014)
    Review (Part 1), (Part 2), (Part 2) by Justin at Atari.io (2015)
    Review by Jon Mc at Atari Gamer (2018)

    YouTube Videos About California Games:

    Playthrough (World of Longplays)
    Playthrough (Footbag) (StaxX28)
    Playthrough (BMX) (StaxX28)
    Playthrough (Halfpipe) (StaxX28)
    Playthrough (Surfing) (StaxX28)
    Playthrough and commentary (BTB/Lynx Lounge)
    Playthrough and commentary (Chris16Bit)
    Playthrough and commentary (Retro Gaming)
    Playthrough and commentary (TheUnholyExpert)
    Music/Soundtrack (Title) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (BMX) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (Footbag) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (Halfpipe) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (Surfing) (Laird’s Lair)
    TV commercial featuring California Games (Surfing): “In the Can” with Tobey Maguire (Atari7800com)

    Retailers Selling California Games:

    B & C ComputerVisions (price list was last updated September 23, 2016; check website for availability): US$89.95-US$99.95 (sealed NIB; on eBay); US$49.95 (CIB); US$14.95 (cart/manual only)
    Best Electronics (last updated April 2, 2018; check website for availability): US$14.95 (cart/manual only); US$9.95 (loose cart)
    The Goat Store: US$11.99 (for loose flat-style cart)
    Video 61 & Atari Sales: US$49.95 (cart/manual only)

    Resources for Atari Lynx Console/Game-Related Collecting Materials/Tools:

    Resource: Game Boy Color cases for Atari Lynx cartridges from Joom
    Resource: 2 1/2″ coin storage sheets from Amazon
    Resource: Atari Lynx regular-size game carton sleeves from RetroGameFreak
    Resource: Atari Lynx large-size game carton sleeves from CollectnProtect
    Resource: Building a custom Atari Lynx game carton shelving unit from AtariGamer
    Resource: Atari Lynx II display stand from Etsy

    “Thank You’s” and Other Lynks:

    AtariGamer.com (Thanks to Igor for incorporating The HandyCast into his excellent website!)
    Retro Video Gamer Forums (Thanks to TrekMD for helping to promote The HandyCast on his wonderful forums!)
    Antic: The Atari 8-Bit Podcast (Thanks to Brad Arnold, Randy Kindig, and Kevin Zavitz for the shoutout about The HandyCast in Episode 50!)
    The Atari 2600 Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to The Podfather himself, Ferg, for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in both Episode 151 and Episode 154!)
    The Atari Jaguar Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to Shinto for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 22!)
    Please Stand By (Thanks to Zerbe and Ferg for helping to promote The  HandyCast on several episodes of this fun-to-listen-to show, starting with Episode 60!)
    The RCR Podcast (Thanks to the Retro Computing Roundtable: Paul Hagstrom, Quinn Dunki, Jack Nutting, and Carrington Vance, for highlighting The Atari Lynx HandyCast in Episode 167!)
    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis at The Atari Times (2002)

    ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

    Thanks go to everyone who contributed feedback about California Games for this episode; it is greatly appreciated!

    Also, I would like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “8-Bit Core” by Tagirijus (opening and closing theme music), “Coast Highway” by A.A. Aalto, “Untitled” by Jesse Spillane, “Breaking Waves” by Psychadelik Pedestrian, “Oh Ford!” by The Cow Goes Moo, and “Golden Sunrise (Instrumental Version)” by Josh Woodward.

    I would especially like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of various Atari Lynx games he’s owned in the past to The Atari Lynx HandyCast…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s wonderful Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, Please Stand By.

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his don’t-miss podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 07: The Fidelity Ultimate Chess Challenge”

    The post EPISODE 06: California Games appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    1 hr 45 min
  • EPISODE 05: Gauntlet: The Third Encounter

    #PA2024, Published by Atari Corp.

    In this episode, I cover Gauntlet: The Third Encounter, which was released in 1990. Included in the episode is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects. I also highlight reviews of the game, and some of my loyal listeners have kindly provided their feedback on Gauntlet, so I share it as well. Plus, I also provide information about the prices that collectors can expect to pay for an Atari Lynx Gauntlet cartridge on eBay.


    The carton cover art for the 1990 Atari Lynx game covered in this episode, Gauntlet: The Third Encounter (top), was re-used by Tengen (the home console software licensing arm of Atari) to serve as the carton cover art for the 1993 Sega Genesis game Gauntlet IV (bottom).

    GAUNTLET: THE THIRD ENCOUNTER VITAL STATISTICS

    Release Date: By April of 1990.
    Initial Retail Price: $39.95.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo cartridge available in two styles (ridged and curved lip).
    Ports to Other Systems: Gauntlet: The Third Encounter is an Atari Lynx exclusive that was not ported to any other system.
    Game Genre: Arcade castle maze crawl/shoot-em-up for one player on the console, or two-four players using the ComLynx cable.
    Working Title: Time Quests and Treasure Chests (while under development at Epyx, Inc.).

    The portrait (vertical) orientation of the screen/playfield in Gauntlet: The Third Encounter for the Lynx was questioned by game players and critics, both at the time of release and in the time since then. Shinto of The Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast came up with a mockup of what a normal landscape (horizontal) orientation would look like for the game, had it been designed that way instead. Both the Action window and the Statistics/Radar/Inventory window remain the same size regardless of the orientation, but each window is repositioned. Do you think it would have made a difference in gameplay, or in the ultimate success of the game?

    Screen Playfield Orientation: Portrait (vertical).

    Based On: Various Gauntlet arcade games released between 1985 and 1988; even though this game is usually included in the Gauntlet franchise that appeared in game consoles and home computers of the day (1985-2005), its inclusion in the franchise was a marketing ploy to capitalize on the Gauntlet name, and as such it is not considered an essential part of the Gauntlet canon.
    Ports to Other Systems: This game was never ported to any other systems.
    Sequels: Gauntlet III: The Final Quest (pseudo-sequel), released in 1991 for the Atari ST, the Commodore 64, the ZX Spectrum, and the Amstrad CPC.
    Number of Players: 1-4 (with ComLynx support).
    Packaging: Standard-tab regular-size carton (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″) in full color; cover art was used for 1993 game Gauntlet IV for the Sega Genesis.
    Instruction Manual: Stapled 28-page regular-size booklet (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″) in monochrome in English.

    GAUNTLET: THE THIRD ENCOUNTER CREDITS

    Developer/Licensee: Epyx, Inc.
    Writer: Jon Leupp.
    Artwork: Paul Vernon.
    Sounds: Robert Vieira and LX (Alex) Rudis.
    Music: Robert Vieira and LX (Alex) Rudis.
    Majority of Levels: Chuck Sommerville and Charlie Kellner.

    LYNXED IN

    How to Win a McWill-modded Lynx I Console:
    Rules and details about how to enter the Retro Man Cave Giveaway Competition can be found here. First Prize is a working Lynx I console, recapped and upgraded with the McWill LCD screen!

    New Home Brew Title for the Atari Lynx: Wyvern Tales

    A developer in Amsterdam named Ninjabba on the Atari Age Lynx Forums is getting ready to release his new Atari Lynx JRPG title, Wyvern Tales. Those who responded to his announcement a year ago on Atari Age to reserve a copy (or who subscribed on his website) have already been notified by email that the first batch of games have already been manufactured and are in stock and ready for purchase (full disclosure: I was one of the subscribers). Ninjabba goes further in saying that as soon as the website for Wyvern Tales is updated to accept reservations/purchases, anyone who is interested can log on and do so, depending of course upon availability. The final Wyvern Tales package contains an original looking Lynx box, game manual, and a curved lip style game cartridge (see photo above), and retails for £45 (or US$56) shipped. The developer has been posting updates on the Atari Age Lynx Forums, so check there for the latest information.

    Displaying My TI-99/4a Collection (and My Atari Lynx Collection) at Vintage Computer Festival 6.0 in Roswell, GA on April 21 and 22

    In just a few days, I will be hosting a display booth at the Vintage Computer Festival SouthEast 6.0 at the new Computer Museum of America in Roswell, GA. Along with my large “Experience the TI-99/4a” display, I will also have “A Look at the Lynx,” a smaller display showcasing the Atari Lynx and its library of games. I’ll have two working Atari Lynx II consoles from 1991, one of which sporting the McWill LCD screen upgrade, and both consoles will be available for hands-on gaming. Additionally, I’ll have my collection of over 45 games, all with original manual booklets or posters and most in original cartons, along with various cases and other add-on accessories. Take-one handouts outlining the brief history of the Atari Lynx and its legacy are also available. So if you’re in the Atlanta area that weekend, be sure to stop by my booth and say “hi.” But bring lots of AA batteries if you want to play with the Lynx…just kidding; I will provide the power.

    LYNX LYNKS

    Information About Gauntlet: The Third Encounter:
    Atari Age title info/rarity guide for Gauntlet: The Third Encounter
    Atari Gamer title info/rarity guide for Gauntlet: The Third Encounter
    Wikipedia article about Gauntlet:The Third Encounter
    Giant Bomb article about Gauntlet: The Third Encounter
    Level 40 Cheat for Gauntlet: The Third Encounter in Tricks of the Trade column in Electronic Gaming Monthly #14 (August 1990)

    Diary of an Atari Lynx Developer article about the similarities between the robot logo for Google’s Android iOS and the Android character in Gauntlet: The Third Encounter (2010)

    Reviews and Ratings for Gauntlet: The Third Encounter:

    Review by Kurt Olsen at Amigan.1emu.net
    Review by Keita Iida at Atari HQ
    Review by Ryan Genno on Down and Dirty Reviews
    Review  in The Games Machine (UK; August 1990)
    Review by Review Crew in Electronic Gaming Monthly #11 (May 1990)
    Review by Robert A. Jung at IGN (1999)
    Review by Matthias Jaap atThe Atari Times (2001)
    Review by Dan Loosen at The Atari Times (2003)
    Review by Patrick O’Connor at Defunct Games (2005)
    Review  at The Video Game Critic (2005)
    Review by Atari5200 at Atari Age (2008)
    Review by Roger Barr at I-Mockery (2011)

    YouTube Videos About Gauntlet: The Third Encounter:

    Playthrough (GamerBoyGU82)
    Playthrough (Janatari73)
    Final Boss Playthrough (Zonelynx Atari)
    Playthrough and commentary (adwatts1966)
    Playthrough and commentary (RndStranger)
    Playthrough and commentary (Game Conclusion) (RndStranger)
    Music/Soundtrack (Laird’s Lair)
    UK TV Advert featuring Gauntlet: The Third Encounter (ScottithGames)
    Unboxing and Review (MALICEDOLL79)

    Retailers Selling Gauntlet: The Third Encounter:

    B & C ComputerVisions (price list was last updated September 23, 2016; check website for availability): US$49.95
    Best Electronics (last updated March 8, 2018; check website for availability): US$45.95
    The Goat Store: US$12.99 (for loose curved lip cart) and US$32.94 (for used CIB)
    Telegames (UK): £16.66 (US$23.63)
    Video 61 & Atari Sales: US$49.95

    Resources for Atari Lynx Console/Game-Related Collecting Materials/Tools:

    Resource: Game Boy Color cases for Atari Lynx cartridges from Joom
    Resource: 2 1/2″ coin storage sheets from Amazon
    Resource: Atari Lynx regular-size game carton sleeves from RetroGameFreak
    Resource: Atari Lynx large-size game carton sleeves from CollectnProtect
    Resource: Building a custom Atari Lynx game carton shelving unit from AtariGamer
    Resource: Atari Lynx II display stand from Etsy

    “Thank You’s” and Other Lynks:

    AtariGamer.com (Thanks to Igor for incorporating The HandyCast into your excellent website!)
    Retro Video Gamer Forums (Thanks to TrekMD for helping to promote The HandyCast on your wonderful forums!)
    Antic: The Atari 8-Bit Podcast (Thanks to Brad Arnold, Randy Kindig, and Kevin Zavitz for the shoutout about The HandyCast in Episode 50!)
    The Atari 2600 Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to The Podfather himself, Ferg, for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 151!)
    The Atari Jaguar Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to Shinto for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 22!)
    Please Stand By (Thanks to Zerbe and Ferg for helping to promote The  HandyCast on several episodes of this fun-to-listen-to show, starting with Episode 60!)
    The RCR Podcast (Thanks to the Retro Computing Roundtable: Paul Hagstrom, Quinn Dunki, Jack Nutting, and Carrington Vance, for highlighting The Atari Lynx HandyCast in Episode 167!)
    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis at The Atari Times (2002)

    ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I would like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “8-Bit Core” by Tagirijus (opening and closing theme music), “No Control” by Jahzzar, “Drifting” by Midival Punditz, “Gracias” by Hicham Chahidi, “E-Musik” by Phillip Gross, and “waiting for it to happen” by Simon Mathewson.

    I would also like to thank Montague Habersham, or Monty as I know him. He is my podcasting assistant for The Handycast, and he also serves as King of the Under-Appreciated Artificial Podcasting Assistants Union, or the palindromically named  UAPAU. And he graciously agreed to appear with the old man from Scene 24 in the opening vignette of this episode. Thanks, Monty.

    I would especially like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of various Atari Lynx games he’s owned in the past to The Atari Lynx HandyCast…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s wonderful Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, Please Stand By.

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his don’t-miss podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 06: California Games”

    The post EPISODE 05: Gauntlet: The Third Encounter appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    1 hr 13 min
  • EPISODE 04: The Gates of Zendocon

    #PA2023, Published by Atari Corp.

    In this episode, I cover The Gates of Zendocon, one of five launch titles released for the original Atari Lynx console in 1989. Included is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects. I also highlight reviews of the game, and I have some feedback about Gates of Zendocon from some of my loyal listeners. Plus, I also provide information about the prices that collectors can expect to pay for an Atari Lynx The Gates of Zendocon cartridge on eBay.

    THE GATES OF ZENDOCON VITAL STATISTICS

    Release Date: October of 1989.
    Initial Retail Price: $34.99.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo cartridge available in all three styles (flat, ridged, and curved lip).
    Game Genre: Horizontal-scrolling space action shoot-em-up for one player.
    Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal).
    Ports to Other Systems: The Gates of Zendocon is an Atari Lynx exclusive that was not ported to any other system.
    Number of Players: 1 (no ComLynx support).
    Packaging:  standard-tab carton in full color; available initially in a large carton (7 5/8″ by 5 1/2″ by 7/8″), then later in a regular-size carton (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″) with a vertical gray band with faux-embossed X’s on the right of the carton; a regular-sized carton was released even later with larger cover art and no vertical gray band; and as far as is known, The Gates of Zendocon was never released in a blister-pack.
    Instruction Manual: folded 6-page manual in monochrome; available in large booklet (6 5/8″ by 4 3/4″); available later in regular-size booklet (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″); English (US) and Japanese (Japan).


    Compare the spaceship in the 1977 Atari VCS (2600) Asteroids carton cover art by Chris Kenyon pictured on the left with the spaceship in the 1989 Atari Lynx The Gates of Zendocon carton cover art pictured on the right. Notice any similarities?

    THE GATES OF ZENDOCON CREDITS

    Developer/Licensee: Epyx, Inc.
    Programmer: M. Peter Engelbrite.
    Other credits:  Included in a review written by Mike Kosher and posted in the June 1990 issue (Issue 11) of Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine is an allusion that R.J. Mical and Dave Needle from Epyx were involved in the production of the game, along with R.G. (unknown), Tom (probably Tom Schumacher), and LX (undoubtedly LX, or Alex, Rudis).

    LYNX LYNKS

    How to Win a McWill-modded Lynx I Console:
    Rules and details about how to enter the Retro Man Cave Giveaway Competition can be found here. First Prize is a working Lynx I console, recapped and upgraded with the McWill LCD screen!

    Information About The Gates of Zendocon:

    Atari Age title info/rarity guide for The Gates of Zendocon
    Wikipedia article about The Gates of Zendocon
    Giant Bomb article about The Gates of Zendocon
    PDF of “Atari Lynx Hint Book,” published by Atari in 1993 for Lynx game developers (hints, level codes/select cheat and Easter Egg for The Gates of Zendocon can be found on pages 37-46)

    Reviews and Ratings for The Gates of Zendocon:

    Review by Marshall Rosenthal in The Games Machine (UK) magazine (issue 27; February, 1990)
    Review in Zero Magazine (Issue 05; March, 1990)
    Review by Clayton Walner at STart Magazine (Issue 39, December, 1990)
    Review by Robert A. Jung at IGN (1999)
    Review on Video Game Critic (2003)
    Review by Vireo Gilvis on Kalisiin’s (Mostly Old-School) RPG Discussion Board (2012)
    Review by Steve Fulton in his blog at GamaSutra (2013)
    Review by Jon Mc of JMac Productions at Atari Gamer (2018)
    Review by Ryan Genno at Down and Dirty Reviews
    Review at Illusionware.it
    User Rating on Moby Games

    YouTube Videos About The Gates of Zendocon:

    Review (Lynx Lounge/Brian Thomas Barnhart)
    Review (ROM Swamp)
    Playthrough (Sharky’s Sharkade)
    Playthrough (Doctor Noob’s Game Bits)
    Playthrough (Zonelynx)
    Playthrough (World of Longplays)
    Playthrough (Atari7800com)
    Playthrough and commentary (adwatts1966)
    Playthrough and commentary (All Lives Lost)
    Playthrough and commentary (Atari Fitness)
    Playthrough and commentary (live stream) (The Atari Times)
    Playthrough and commentary (VideoWulff)
    Music/Soundtrack (levels 1 and 2) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (complete) (Laird’s Lair)
    Music/Soundtrack (Marc Ripoll)

    Retailers Selling The Gates of Zendocon:

    B & C ComputerVisions (pricelist last updated September 23, 2016; check website for availability)
    Best Electronics (last updated March 8, 2018; check website for availability)

    Resources for Atari Lynx Console/Game-Related Collecting Materials/Tools:

    Resource: Game Boy Color cases for Atari Lynx cartridges from Joom
    Resource: 2 1/2″ coin storage sheets from Amazon
    Resource: Atari Lynx regular-size game carton sleeves from RetroGameFreak
    Resource: Atari Lynx large-size game carton sleeves from CollectnProtect
    Resource: Building a custom Atari Lynx game carton shelving unit from AtariGamer
    Resource: Atari Lynx II display stand from Etsy

    “Thank You’s” and Other Lynks:

    AtariGamer.com (Thanks to Igor for incorporating The HandyCast into your excellent website!)
    Retro Video Gamer Forums (Thanks to TrekMD for helping to promote The HandyCast on your wonderful forums!)
    Antic: The Atari 8-Bit Podcast (Thanks to Brad Arnold, Randy Kindig, and Kevin Zavitz for the shoutout about The HandyCast in Episode 50!)
    The Atari 2600 Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to The Podfather himself, Ferg, for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 151!)
    The Atari Jaguar Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to Shinto for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 22!)
    Please Stand By (Thanks to Zerbe and Ferg for helping to promote The  HandyCast on several episodes of this fun-to-listen-to show, starting with Episode 60!)
    The RCR Podcast (Thanks to the Retro Computing Roundtable: Paul Hagstrom, Quinn Dunki, Jack Nutting, and Carrington Vance, for highlighting The Atari Lynx HandyCast in Episode 167!)
    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis at The Atari Times (2002)

    ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I would like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “8-Bit Core” by Tagirijus (opening and closing theme music), “Duck (Squeezed)” by Dee Yan-Kee, “Chiefs” by Jahzzar, “Scuba” by Simon Mathewson, “Sweet Passage” by Frau Holle, and “The 90s” by Los Close.

    I especially would like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of various Atari Lynx games he’s owned in the past to The Atari Lynx HandyCast…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s wonderful Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, Please Stand By.

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his don’t-miss podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 05: Gauntlet: The Third Encounter”

    The post EPISODE 04: The Gates of Zendocon appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    1 hr 4 min
  • EPISODE 03: Rampage

    #PA2022, Published by Atari Corp.

    In this episode, I cover Rampage, released in 1990. Included is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects. I also highlight reviews of the game, and I have some feedback about Rampage from some of my loyal listeners. Plus, I also provide information about the prices that collectors can expect to pay for an Atari Lynx Rampage cartridge on eBay.

    Additionally, I also speak about my decision to remove Krazy Ace Miniature Golf from my own list of official game titles released for the Atari Lynx during the console’s lifetime. This decision, of course, affects the number and order of planned episodes for the podcast, so be sure to check out the updated Schedule of Episodes here.

    Finally, I have a special invitation to all of my loyal listeners: If you happen to be in the Atlanta area during the weekend of April 21-22, 2018, please make it a point to attend Vintage Computer Festival SouthEast 6.0 at the Computer Museum of America in its new location in Roswell, GA. I will be there, along with two displays: “Experience the TI-99/4a,” a large setup that I’ve hosted at the show for three years running, and (more importantly to my listeners) “A Look at the Lynx,” a smaller display with two working Lynx II consoles (one with the McWill LCD upgrade), about 45 game cartridges, and several Atari Lynx accessories. Both consoles will be available for game-playing and everyone is welcome to try out their favorite titles. But bring your own AA batteries (just; I’ll provide power for the Lynxes). please stop by and say “Hi.” You can find out more about the festival here.

    The Rampage upright arcade cabinet was released by Bally Midway in 1986.

    RAMPAGE STATISTICS

    Release Date: September/October 1990 (based on 2-page Atari Lynx ad in the December 1990 issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine; the ad features screen shots of 12 new Lynx games (including Rampage) and states that they are all “now here.”
    Initial Retail Price: $34.99.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb curved lip-style stereo cartridge.
    Game Genre: horizontal-scrolling action beat-em-up for one player (two-four players using the ComLynx cable).
    Working Titles: Monster Demolition, Rampage Deluxe.
    Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal).
    Based On: Rampage arcade machine released in 1986 by Bally Midway.
    Ports to Other Systems: Atari 2600, Atari 7800, Atari Lynx, Atari 8-bit, Atari ST, Amiga, Nintendo 64, MS-DOS/IBM PC, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, NES (released by Data East), and Sega Master System.
    Number of Players: 1-4 (with ComLynx support).
    Packaging: Regular-size box (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″).
    Instruction Manual: Regular-size stapled 12-page monochrome booklet (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″) in English.

    RAMPAGE CREDITS

    Developer: Atari Corp.
    Licensee: Bally Manufacturing Company; licensed through Midway Manufacturing Company, a Subsidiary of WMS Industries, Inc.
    Programmer: Pete Wierzbicki.
    Art and Animation: Susan G. McBride, Melody Rondeau, and P. Wierzbicki.
    Music: LX (Alex) Rudis and Bob Vieira.
    Sound: LX (Alex) Rudis.
    Special Thanks to All the Links: John Skruch and Julie Wade, Steve Jungels and Greg Omi, Jerome Strach and Eric Ginner, Bruce Coleman and Tom Gillen.
    Starring: George (the Gorilla), and His Menacing Menagerie: Lizzy (the Lizard), Larry (the Lab Rat), and Ralph (the Werewolf).

    LYNX LYNKS

    How to Win a McWill-modded Lynx I Console:
    Rules and details about how to enter the Retro Man Cave Giveaway Competition can be found here. First Prize is a working Lynx I console, recapped and upgraded with the McWill LCD screen!

    Information About Rampage:

    Atari Age title info/rarity guide for Rampage
    Wikipedia article about Rampage
    Giant Bomb article about Rampage
    Rampage Wiki website
    Gamecodes/cheats for Rampage
    PDF of “Atari Lynx Hint Book,” published by Atari in 1993 for Lynx game developers (select level cheat for Rampage is on page 50)

    Reviews and Ratings for Rampage:

    Review by Moby Games (1990)
    Review by Robert Jung at Atari Archives (1991)
    Review by Robert Jung at IGN (1999)
    Review by Matthias Jaap at The Atari Times (2001)
    Review by Cyril Lachel at Defunct Games (2004)
    Review by Erde Kaiser at The House of Games (2005)
    Review by Alex V at Giant Bomb (2008)
    Review by Darran Jones at Retro Gamer Magazine (2008)
    Review by Ultimate Console Database

    YouTube Videos About Rampage:

    Review (Lynx Lounge/Brian Thomas Barnhart)
    Review (RetroGamerDaz)
    Review (Retro Unlim/Dave’s Nostalgia Trip)
    Review (UnconBentional)
    Cross-platform comparison (DarthMarino)
    Cross-platform comparison (Gaming History Source)
    Cross-platform comparison (Leftover Culture Review)
    Playthrough (Doctor Noob’s Game Bits)
    Playthrough (Funk Star)
    Playthrough (iN008)
    Playthrough (Jp4rk)
    Playthrough (iN008)
    Playthrough (TotallyRadicalRetroGames)
    Playthrough (World of Longplays)
    Playthrough and commentary (Let’s Wing It!/GenTenStation)
    Playthrough and commentary (lucas boy)
    Playthrough and commentary (Steve Benway)
    Music/Soundtrack (Prime VGM 330)
    Rare pre-1990 footage of Monster Demolition (later Rampage) (thanks, Kiernen!)

    Resources for Atari Lynx Console/Game-Related Collecting Materials/Tools:

    Resource: Game Boy Color cases for Atari Lynx cartridges from Joom
    Resource: 2 1/2″ coin storage sheets from Amazon
    Resource: Atari Lynx regular-size game carton sleeves from RetroGameFreak
    Resource: Atari Lynx large-size game carton sleeves from CollectnProtect
    Resource: Building a custom Atari Lynx game carton shelving unit from AtariGamer
    Resource: Atari Lynx II display stand from Etsy

    OTHER LYNKS:

    AtariGamer.com (Thanks to Igor for incorporating The HandyCast into your excellent website!)
    Retro Video Gamer Forums (Thanks to TrekMD for helping to promote The HandyCast on your wonderful forums!)
    Antic: The Atari 8-Bit Podcast (Thanks to Brad Arnold, Randy Kindig, and Kevin Zavitz for the shoutout about The HandyCast in Episode 50!)
    The Atari 2600 Game By Game Podcast (Thanks to The Podfather himself, Ferg, for encouraging his listeners to check out The HandyCast in Episode 151!)
    Please Stand By (Thanks to Zerbe and Ferg for helping to promote The  HandyCast on several episodes of this fun-to-listen-to show, starting with Episode 60!)
    The RCR Podcast (Thanks to the Retro Computing Roundtable: Paul Hagstrom, Quinn Dunki, Jack Nutting, and Carrington Vance, for highlighting The Atari Lynx HandyCast in Episode 167!)
    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis at The Atari Times (2002)

    AKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I would like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “8-Bit Core” by Tagirijus (opening and closing theme music), “SuperBluesBros Banana Blitz” by RoccoW, “Voyage to Pluto (Netlabel Day Mix)” by Prism, “Call for Surrender” by Jesse Spillane, and “5” by Christian Bjoerklund.

    I especially would like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of this episode’s featured game, Rampage…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s wonderful Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, “Please Stand By.”

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his don’t-miss podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 04: The Gates of Zendocon”

    The post EPISODE 03: Rampage appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    1 hr 14 min
  • EPISODE 02: Electrocop

    #PA2021 Published by Atari Corp.

    In this episode, I cover Electrocop, the second game (in part number order) and one of the five launch titles released for the Atari Lynx in September of 1989. Included is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects. I also provide how much collectors can expect to pay for an Atari Lynx Electrocop cartridge on eBay, as well as a few tips and hints. Plus, I have some feedback about Electrocop from some of my loyal listeners.

    ELECTROCOP STATISTICS

    Release Date: September of 1989.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo cartridge, available in flat, ridged, and curved lip styles.
    Game Genre: Horizontal-scrolling third-person action shooter for one player.
    Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal).
    Based On:  Impossible Mission (originally developed as a port of or as a sequel to Impossible Mission). Developer Greg Omi’s recollection: “It’s funny, but I can’t remember if it was supposed to be a sequel to Impossible Mission or not. I remember writing a story and basic game design and pitching it to RJ Mical, but I don’t remember if they were asking for a sequel.”
    Ports to Other Systems: Electrocop is an Atari Lynx exclusive that was not ported to any other system, although there is evidence it was planned for the Atari 7800.
    Number of Players: 1 (no ComLynx support).
    Packaging: standard-tab carton in full color; available in large box (7 5/8″ by 5 1/2″ by 7/8″); available later in regular-size box (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″).
    Instruction Manual: folded 6-page manual in monochrome in English; available in large booklet (6 5/8″ by 4 3/4″); available later in regular-size booklet (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″).

    ELECTROCOP CREDITS

    Developer: Epyx Games.
    Producer: Greg Omi.
    Artists: Arthur Koch, Karen Mangum, and Matthew Crysdale.
    Design Assistance: Chuck Sommerville (wrote animation engine for the intro), Charlie Kellner, Tom Schumacher, and RJ Mical.
    Music and Sound: Alex (LX) Rudis and Bob Vieira.

    LYNX LYNKS

    Information About Electrocop:
    Atari Age rarity guide for Electrocop
    Wikipedia article about Electrocop
    Giant Bomb article about Electrocop
    Gaming Arcryphon article about porting Electrocop to the Atari 7800
    Gamecodes/cheats for Electrocop
    Interview with Greg Omi by Gregory D. George and C. Forhan for The Atari Times (2003)
    PDF of “Atari Lynx Hint Book,” published by Atari in 1993 for Lynx game developers (cheats and codes for Electrocop: pages 34-36)

    Reviews and ratings for Electrocop:

    Review by Robert Jung at The Atari SIG Historical Archive/AtariMax (1992)
    Review by JDeLuna at GameFAQs (1999)
    Review by Moby Games (2005)
    Review by Ron Alpert at Gamasutra (2010)
    Review by Ray Hardgrit at Super Adventures in Gaming (2012)
    Review at Obsolete Gamer (2013)
    Review by Verzu Chase at 3Wirel! (2017)
    Rating by IGN
    Rating by LaunchBox Games Database

    YouTube videos about Electrocop:

    Review (Lynx Lounge/Brian Thomas Barnhart)
    Review (mattymetro/Tavon Lavis)
    Review (Video Wolff)
    Playthrough (World of Longplays)
    Playthrough (Virtua Boys)
    Playthrough (Takashi Tsukasa)
    Playthrough (Doctor Noob’s Game Bits)
    Playthrough and commentary (NecroVMX)
    Music/Soundtrack (Laird’s Lair)
    Video of HighScore.com World Record by Swaggers
    TV Advert for Electrocop (Scottith Games)

    Other Links Mentioned in This Episode:

    Retro Gamer Magazine article: “The Making of Blue Lightning” by Kieren Hawken, host of the Laird’s Lair YouTube channel (thanks, Kieren!)
    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis by The Atari Times
    AtariGamer.com (thanks, Igor!)
    Retro Video Gamer Forums (thanks, TrekMD!)

    AKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I would like to thank Gamechops for graciously allowing me to use “Spider Dance” by Holder as the opening and closing theme music for The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    I would also like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “Suede” by Jon Luc Hefferman, “A Tourist in His Hometown” by Zero V, “Matriculate Yo” by Throcke, and “Eve” by Jahzzar.

    I especially would like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of the Atari Lynx to this episode…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s excellent Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, “Please Stand By.”

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 03: Rampage”

    The post EPISODE 02: Electrocop appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    1 hr 1 min
  • EPISODE 01: Blue Lightning

    #PA2020, Published by Atari Corp.

    In this episode, I cover Blue Lightning, the first game (in part number order) and one of the five launch titles released for the Atari Lynx in September of 1989. Included is a complete rundown of the gameplay, music, and sound effects. I also provide how much collectors can expect to pay for an Atari Lynx Blue Lightning cartridge on eBay, as well as a few tips and hints. Plus, I have some feedback about Blue Lightning from some of my loyal listeners.

    GAME STATISTICS

    Release Date: September of 1989.
    Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo cartridge, available in flat, ridged, and curved lip styles; demo cartridge PCB (printed circuit board) with gold label also available.
    Game Genre: First-person flight simulation/aerial shooter for one player.
    Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal).
    Based On: Loosely based on After Burner, an arcade game released by Sega in 1987.
    Ports to Other Systems: Ported to the Atari Jaguar in 1995 (pack-in game for the new Atari Jaguar CD).
    Number of Players: 1 (no ComLynx support).
    Packaging: Standard-tab carton in full color; available in large box (7 5/8″ by 5 1/2″ by 7/8″); available later in regular-size box (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″).
    Instruction Manual: Stapled 12-page manual in monochrome in English; available in large booklet (6 5/8″ by 4 3/4″); available later in regular-size booklet (4 7/8″ by 3 3/4″).

    The After Burner upright arcade cabinet, released in 1987 by Sega. Blue Lightning was loosely based on this game.

    GAME CREDITS

    Developer: Epyx Games, lead by Programmer Brian Bowhay.
    Producers: John Skruch and Sean Patten.
    Designers: RJ Mical, and Stephen H. Landrum.
    Programmer: Stephen  H. Landrum.
    Artwork: Arthur “Ace” Koch.
    Music: Alex (LX) Rudis & Bob Vieira.

    LYNX LYNKS

    Information About Blue Lightning:
    Atari Age rarity guide for Blue Lightning
    Wikipedia article about Blue Lightning
    Retro Gamer Magazine article: “The Making of Blue Lightning” by Kieren Hawken (thanks, Kieren!)

    Reviews and Ratings for Blue Lightning:

    AGH review by Kieta Iida
    The Atari Times review by Gregory D. George (2002)
    IGN review by Robert A. Jung (1999)
    Atari.io review by Brian Thomas Barnhart

    YouTube Videos About Blue Lightning:

    Review of Blue Lightning (Lynx Lounge/Brian Thomas Barnhart)
    Review of Blue Lightning (Classic Game Room Undertow)
    Review of Blue Lightning (VideoWulff)
    Blue Lightning playthrough (World of Longplays)
    Blue Lightning playthrough (StaxX28)
    Blue Lightning playthrough and commentary (TechZonk)
    Blue Lightning playthrough (NintendoComplete)
    Blue Lightning playthrough (RetroGamerVX)
    Blue Lightning playthrough (Atari7800.com)
    Music of Blue Lightning (Laird’s Lair)
    Atari Lynx Adverts and Commercials (Laird’s Lair)

    Other Links:

    Interview with LX (Alex) Rudis by The Atari Times
    Retro Video Gamer Forums

    ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I would like to thank Gamechops for graciously allowing me to use “Spider Dance” by Holder as the opening and closing theme music for The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    I would also like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “MT Fox Shop” by Boxcat Games, “Falcon Hood (Tight)” by Podington Bear, “Hans in Luck” by Dee Yan-Key, and “Comedie” by Jahzzar.

    I especially would like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of the Atari Lynx to this episode…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s excellent Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, “Please Stand By.”

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    -Mark

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 02: Electrocop”

    The post EPISODE 01: Blue Lightning appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    45 min
  • EPISODE 00: “Love of Lynx”

    AND SO IT BEGINS…

    Well, after countless lives were lost and with much gnashing of teeth (mostly my own), I’ve finally been able to get the website up and running. And that means that this introductory episode can be posted properly. And that means that the podcast can now be submitted to iTunes (or Apple Podcasts). And to Stitcher. And to Google Play Music. And to TuneIn. And that means everyone should be able to download and listen to this episode easily.

    And that means that I can now concentrate on getting the episodes out. The first proper one, EPISODE 01: Blue Lightning, will be out by Monday, February 19. And that means I need to get any and all feedback about Blue Lightning from my intrepid listeners soon. Please submit text and/or audio submissions to [email protected]. Or you can submit it to the Atari Lynx HandyCast Facebook page (facebook.com/atarilynxhandycast). Or you can send it to me through Twitter (I think): Mark@LynxHandyCast. Or you can send a letter. Or a message in a bottle. Or you can use an Aldis lamp. Or semaphore. Or just send me a raven (as a Games of Thrones fan – the books and the series – I wouldn’t mind that at all).

    ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

    I especially would like to thank Shinto for submitting his memories of the Atari Lynx to this episode…they are greatly appreciated. And you should all check out Shinto’s excellent Atari Jaguar Game by Game Podcast; it’s definitely worth listening to, even if you don’t own or have never even seen a Jaguar console. You can find it here.

    Many, many thanks also go to Zerbinator for his continued support. His encouragement and expertise are very much appreciated by me. You can find all of his fun-to-listen-to podcasts here, including my favorite, “Please Stand By.”

    Finally, my thanks to Ferg of The Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast. His inspiration and dedication to covering every game cartridge ever made for the Atari 2600 (I think over 1000 of them!) is what gave me the courage to begin this podcast. Please, check out his podcast, even if you’re not an Atari 2600 collector; or at least visit his website here.

    Music:

    I would like to thank Gamechops for graciously allowing me to use “Spider Dance” by Holder as the opening and closing theme music for The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    I would also like to thank the Free Music Archive for the following musical artists and songs that were used in this episode under the Creative Commons License: “MT Fox Shop” by Boxcat Games, “Falcon Hood (Tight)” by Podington Bear, “Hans in Luck” by Dee Yan-Key, and “Comedie” by Jahzzar.

    I hope you enjoy The Atari Lynx HandyCast. And please don’t forget to visit the official Atari Lynx HandyCast website by clicking here!

    Next Episode: “EPISODE 01: Blue Lightning”

    The post EPISODE 00: “Love of Lynx” appeared first on The Atari Lynx HandyCast.

    38 min
  • EPISODE 00: “Love of Lynx”
    Well, after countless lives were lost and with much gnashing of teeth, I’ve finally been able to get the website up and running. And that means that the introductory episode can be posted properly. And that means that the podcast can now be submitted to iTunes (or Apple Podcasts). And to Stitcher. And to Google … Continue reading "EPISODE 00: “Love of Lynx”"
    38 min

About The Atari Lynx HandyCast

From the publisher's feed

Eat. Sleep. LYNX. Repeat.