| Launched By | Magnavox |
| Type | 1st Generation Console |
| Launch | 1972 |
| Discontinued | 1975 |
The Magnavox Odyssey was launched in late 1972, and was the first home TV game. The machine could only display three 'dots' on screen, and many of the games had televison overlays, and board game elements added to them. 28 games were launched for the system, though these weren't ROM Cartridges like we are used to now, but basically circuit boards that you plugged into the system. The table tennis game, was the inspiration for Atari's Pong.
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Odyssey Emulation
| Platform | Emulator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | OdySym | - |
| Windows / Mac | OdysseyNow HAL | Part of the Vibrant Media Labs Odyssey Now Project |
| MS-DOS | OdyEmul | Can be run in the DOS BOX emulator |
Odyssey Tech Specs and further details
| Name | Magnavox Odyssey |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Developed by | Ralph H. Baer at Sanders Associates |
| Processor | n/a |
| Memory | n/a |
| Colours | Monochrome |
| Audio | None |
| Storage | Printed Circuit Boards |
| Input | Custom controllers with dials and buttons |
| Cost | $100 (USA) |