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| Launched By | Atari |
| Type | 32-bit Microcomputer |
| Launch | 1992 |
| Discontinued | 1993 |
The last of the Atari ST line, and Atari's last home computer system. Very few games were written for the Falcon during its lifetime, and it had compatibility issues with some Atari ST software. You can see a compatibility list here.
https://ramokromok.com/geolookup/lookup.php?ip=3.81.89.248&sc=hwdf3734j34t73323fg438923564bdmw2e73gd4Gh3j5bPopular Falcon games
Emulation
Most emulators will need a TOS image file, or can be used with EmuTos.
| System | Emulator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Windows / Mac OS / Linux | MAME/MESS | Preliminary Support. Setname: falcon30 |
| Windows / Mac OS / Linus / Various | Hatari | - |
| Various | ARAnyM | - |
Emulator information last updated 18th April 2020
Tech Specs and further details
| Name | Atari Falcon |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Processor | Motorola 68030 |
| Memory | 1MB, expandable to 14MB |
| Display Output | RF Output, or via custom monitor RGB port |
| Display Size (pixels) | Up to 640×480 |
| Colours | Palette of 262,144 |
| Audio | 8 stereo channels, 16-bit audio in/out, Midi in/out |
| Storage | 3.5" Floppy DIsk, 2.5" IDE Harddrive |
| Input | Built in keyboard, Mouse and joystick via 9-pin port |
| Additional Ports | Cartridge port, LAN port, Parallel port, 2 x serial ports, |
Resources
- Atari Mania
- Backward - Backward is Atari Falcon software dedicated to Falcon - ST compatibility