The Atari XEGS Cart by Cart Podcast

David and Michael (with Bill, Kieren, & Nicole)
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The Atari XEGS Cart by Cart Podcast Podcast

The Atari XE Gaming System was a version of their XE 8-bit line of computers but attempting to compete against the successful Nintendo Entertainment System. At the same time offering the computer option. Our podcast will focus on the cartridge games made for this system but, because this is essentially an atari 8-bit computer, we'll also review games that will play on this system.

  1. 12/26/2023

    Review Episode 20

    In episode 20, we first jump forward to the year 3097 to compete in the fastest and most competitive game in the universe, Ballblazer. Then we jump back to the time when pinball was king to play a bit of David’s Midnight Magic.

    47 min

  2. 07/17/2023

    Review Episode 19

    In Episode 19, we try out a few sport ball games. First, we have the opportunity to play One-on-One Basketball between the legendary Dr. J and Larry Bird. Next, we won't go soft on our review of the baseball game Hardball.

    46 min

  3. 01/01/2023

    Review Episode 18

    In Episode 18, we take a trip back in time to World War II. First, we play as an allied commando dropping Into the Eagle's Nest to rescue our captured men, attempt to blow up the compound, and make our escape. Then we change sides and play as a German commander during operation Barbarossa as we attempt to strategically take Russia in Eastern Front 1941.

    46 min

  4. 07/16/2022

    Review Episode 17

    In Episode 17, we take a double shot at some light gun games. First, we head out to the country to help Grampa rid his farm of all sorts of critters in Barnyard Blaster. Then we hit the big city to deal out some street justice in Crime Buster.

    51 min

  5. 03/04/2022

    Review Episode 16

    In Episode 16, we have a band of Broderbund brothers. First, we put on our gi's with glee to storm the warlord Akuma's castle to save the beautiful princess Mariko in Karateka. Then it's time to dig into the puzzling platformer to find some gold with Lode Runner.

    1h 12m

  6. 12/31/2021

    Review Episode 15

    In Episode 15, we take to the skies during WWII and battle the Axis powers to become the Ace of Aces. Then the federation needs you once again to take out the invading Zylon Empire in Star Raiders II.

    1h 15m

  7. 09/27/2020

    Review Episode 14

    In Episode 14, we serve up a bit of surf and turf. First we put everything at "steak" by entering the BattleZone. Then find out if the submarine simulator GATO is a fresh catch?

    1h 12m

  8. 11/05/2019

    Review Episode 13

    In episode 13, we have a "Dandy" of a show where we crawl through two dungeon based shooters. First, we review the XEGS game, Dark Chambers. Then we pit it against the 8-bit arcade version of Gauntlet. Who will be victorious?

    53 min
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About

The Atari XE Gaming System was a version of their XE 8-bit line of computers but attempting to compete against the successful Nintendo Entertainment System. At the same time offering the computer option. Our podcast will focus on the cartridge games made for this system but, because this is essentially an atari 8-bit computer, we'll also review games that will play on this system.

Information

  • Creator
    David and Michael (with Bill, Kieren, & Nicole)
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2023
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ℗ & © 2022 Shiny Keys Studio
  • Show Website
    The Atari XEGS Cart by Cart Podcast

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