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My Arcade Gamestation Retro Gamepad: Wireless Controller for Gamestation Go
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My Arcade Gamestation Retro Gamepad: Wireless Controller for Gamestation Go

Bottom line: The My Arcade Gamestation Retro Gamepad: Wireless Controller: Officially licensed Atari controller for Gamestation Go and Gamestation Mega; main trade-off: only pairs with Atari Gamestation Go and Mega, not PC or other consoles.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Officially licensed Atari controller for Gamestation Go and Gamestation Mega
  • ✓ Paddle, trak-ball and keypad built into one pad for Asteroids, Centipede and Missile Command
  • ✓ SmartGlow lighting highlights only the controls each game actually uses
  • ✓ Rechargeable battery rated for 12+ hours of play per charge

Cons

  • ✗ Only pairs with Atari Gamestation Go and Mega, not PC or other consoles
  • ✗ Trak-ball and paddle add bulk versus a standard modern gamepad

Manufacturer description

Founded in 1972, Atari changed the way we approached gaming – from the way games were designed to the way they were played. Atari’s iconic games, including Asteroids, Centipede and Missile Command have been played by many millions. Half a century later, Atari’s legacy endures.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored My Arcade Gamestation Retro Gamepad: Wireless Controller using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the accessories category. My Arcade's accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

  • Officially licensed Atari controller.
  • Connects to Atari Gamestation Go and Atari Gamestation Mega.
  • Integrated paddle, trak-ball and keypad.
  • SmartGlow technology makes gameplay intuitive by illuminating the controls needed for each game.
  • Powered by a built-in rechargeable battery with 12+ hours of playtime
  • Wireless range up to 30 feet (9.1 meters).

Full Specifications

BrandMy Arcade
ColorBlack
Model NameAtari Gamestation Retro Gamepad
ConnectivityWireless
Model NumberDGUNL-7152
Power SourceBattery Powered
Button Quantity16
Connection TypeWireless
Controller TypeGamepad
Item Dimensions6.13 x 1.5 x 5.38 inches
Hardware PlatformGaming Console
Compatible DevicesAtari Gamestation Go, Atrai Gamestation Mega
Additional FeaturesErgonomic, Multiuse, Wireless
User Guide LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Japanese and Arabic
Warranty Description120 Day Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
Manufacturer Part NumberDGUNL-7152

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