What classic console should I buy next?

[icbrkr]

Not being satisfied with the 14 consoles that I already have, I'm looking to pick up something "new" (not anything modern like an Xbox, etc). Admittely, I don't know a whole heck of a lot about the ones I'm considering so I'm wondering everyone's opinions on strengths and weaknesses or best games, etc. On my "consider" list:

1. Colecovision. I didn't know of anyone who had one of these growing up but I picked up about 15 games the other week so I'm thinking of getting one.

2. Atari XE GS. I dunno why, but I kinda want one... I'm sure the more thrift store hunting I do, the more XL/XE carts I'll find so I was considering picking one up.

3. TG-16. I have never played one ever.

4. 3DO - games are easy to come by, and are cheap. Now that it's $49.99 instead of $599, it's more tempting.

5. CD32 - I know, good luck finding one of these in NTSC format, but I'm such an old Amiga user, I'd love a console version.

6. Odessey2 - Only because it's a curiousity.

Which one should I start with?

Brian

[mauigamer]

I would go for the TG16 or a Duo. There are some great "next generation" games that were only available on the system. Military Madness, Legendary Axe, Galaga 90, Bonk Trilogy, Splatterhouse etc.

[congobongo]

IMO Colecovision then TG16. Both of them have some not-to-be-missed classics. Having just picked up the O2 yesterday I can say with confidence that the Colecovision and the TG16 come first. I can't comment on XE or CD32. 3DO is alright.

[mauigamer]

I honestly have never heard to much good stuff about the 3D0. Im not saying its bad becasue I don't know anything about it but I rarely if ever hear positive remarks. What are the standout games?

[Phosphor Dot Fossils]

My heart says Odyssey 2, but if you already have a pile of Colecovision games, my brain says go for the Coleco goodness. 'Tis a wondrous thing.

[wberdan]

its a tough call between the atari and the coleco... go with whichever one you have the most carts for probably.
you cant loose with those two.. although if you have a 5200 then you pretty much have some of the same games for the XE.

coleco.

willie

[Sylentwulf]

Coleco.

Turboduo or TG-16 if you REALLY want to, but overall the Coleco blows the TG out of the water... (For their respective time periods)

[Raccoon Lad]

SEGA MASTER SYSTEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

oh wait, it's not on the list...

COLECOVISION!!!!!!!!

[mauigamer]

How much better is the Coleco over the 2600? I never had a Coleco but I vaguely remember my friend having one.

[zemmix]

Just get them all. Thats the best way IMO! Keep looking around at swaps and thrifts and buy what you find. Also ask friends/coworkers...you never know whats in their closets and sometimes you will be surprised. Don't bother with ebay.

But if I had to choose one I'd say TG16!!!

[NE146]

For that list? Easy. Colecovision and TG-16. No contest.

[moycon]

Also recall you can play all the Atari games on your ColecoVision with the Atari 2600 adapter. Bonus!!!!

[Captain Wrong]

Colecovision, unless you wanna get into imports, then TG16 (PC Engine)

[Cheese]

Coleco, easily

but in 3DO defense, it does have a great version of Star Control.

[Sniderman]

Ignore them all and get a Vectrex. THAT is a system, my friend.

[ashbourn]

I would go with 3do it is a fun system.

[icbrkr]

The overwhelming majority says I should grab a Colecovision next... sounds good to me :) (and I already have an SMS with 30+ games Racoon Lad :D)

What are good games to pick up for it?

Brian

[ashbourn]

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