The Atari 2600 My Play Watch is a bold, blocky tribute to the golden age of gaming, designed specifically for those who cherish the CRT-glow of 1977. Rather than competing with modern smartwatches, this device prioritizes fun over functionality, acting as a wrist-based time capsule that brings the Atari 2600 experience to your arm.
At the heart of the experience are four built-in classics: Pong, Super Breakout, Centipede, and Missile Command. Players can interact via the 2.02-inch TFT touchscreen or utilize the watch's crown dial, which functions as a paddle controller for a more authentic feel. To complete the immersion, the user interface features Atari 2600-themed artwork, and the alarm clock, timer, and audio feedback utilize original console sound effects.
While it avoids the distractions of the modern era by omitting Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity—meaning no smartphone notifications or app downloads—it still provides essential utility. The watch functions as a dedicated fitness tracker, capable of monitoring heart rate, counting steps, and tracking calories burned.
Built for durability and style, the Atari 2600 My Play Watch features a beefier, industrial-looking metal case and is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance. It also includes a physical button located beneath the crown dial for enhanced control.
Designed as a collector's piece for gaming nostalgics, the watch comes with three swappable bands featuring retro graphic designs. It offers a unique value proposition: a distraction-free wearable that lets you focus on your high scores and your health without the pestering of a connected device.
Specifications
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2.02-inch TFT Touchscreen
Display
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Pong, Super Breakout, Centipede, Missile Command
Games
wifi
None (No Bluetooth, No Wi-Fi)
Connectivity
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Heart rate monitor, Step counter, Calories burned
Fitness Tracking
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IP68 Water and Dust Resistant
Durability
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Metal Case
Build Material
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3 Swappable retro bands
Included Accessories
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Touchscreen, Crown Dial, Physical Button
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thumb_up Pros
Unique wearable form factor
Features classic Atari 2600 games
Highly portable and compact
Great as a novelty gift for retro gamers
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Very limited screen size for gaming
Lacks the depth of a full gaming console
This is a niche collector's item rather than a primary gaming device. If you are a retro enthusiast, it is available via Techroot for LKR 37,300.00, but consider if the convenience of a wearable outweighs the small screen size.
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"A glorious, blocky anachronism for those who spent their childhoods in the glow of a CRT screen."
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"The crown dial working as a paddle is great for Pong and Super Breakout."
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"Love that it doesn't pester me with notifications; I can actually concentrate on the games."
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