Retro Gaming Showdown: C64 vs. Atari 800XL - 10 Classic 'G' Games Compared
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 Published On May 25, 2024

Welcome to another exciting episode of Retro Gaming Showdown! In this video, we pit two classic home computers, the Commodore 64 and the Atari 800XL, against each other as we compare 10 iconic games that start with the letter 'G'. From action-packed shooters to adventurous platformers, we dive deep into each game to see which system delivers the best experience.

Games Covered in This Video:

Gauntlet - Publisher: Atari, Inc. | Release Date: 1985
Ghostbusters - Publisher: Activision | Release Date: 1984
Goonies - Publisher: Datasoft | Release Date: 1985
Galaxian - Publisher: Namco (Japan), Midway (North America) | Release Date: 1979 (arcade), 1982 (Atari 800XL), 1983 (Commodore 64)
Gyruss - Publisher: Konami, Parker Brothers (home ports) | Release Date: 1983 (arcade), 1984 (Commodore 64 and Atari 800XL)
Gorf - Publisher: Midway, CBS Electronics (home ports) | Release Date: 1981 (arcade), 1983 (Commodore 64), 1983 (Atari 800XL)
Gremlins - Publisher: Atari, Inc. | Release Date: 1984
Green Beret (Rush'n Attack) - Publisher: Konami | Release Date: 1985 (arcade), 1986 (Commodore 64 and Atari 800XL)
Gateway to Apshai - Publisher: Epyx | Release Date: 1983
Gridrunner - Publisher: Llamasoft | Release Date: 1983
Why Watch This Video:

Detailed comparison of graphics, sound, and gameplay for each game on both systems.
Personal insights and experiences shared for each game.
Fun facts and trivia about each game, including development and unique features.
Viewer engagement through comments and discussions on favorite versions.
Whether you’re a die-hard Commodore 64 fan or an Atari 800XL enthusiast, this video has something for everyone. We delve into the nuances of each game to determine which system reigns supreme in the retro gaming world.

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Retro Gaming, Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Gauntlet, Ghostbusters, Goonies, Galaxian, Gyruss, Gorf, Gremlins, Green Beret, Gateway to Apshai, Gridrunner, C64 vs Atari, Classic Games, 80s Gaming, Video Game Comparison, Retro Gaming Showdown

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00:00 Introduction
00:37 Gauntlet on C64 and Atari 800XL
02:33 Ghostbuster on C64 and Atari 800XL
04:27 Goonies on C64 and Atari 800XL
06:30 Galaxian on C64 and Atari 800XL
08:04 Gyruss on C64 and Atari 800XL
09:56 Gorf on C64 and Atari 800XL
11:39 Gremlins on C64 and Atari 800XL
13:56 Green Beret on C64 and Atari 800XL
15:40 Gateway to Apshai on C64 and Atari 800XL
17:40 Gridrunner on C64 and Atari 800XL
19:36 Outro

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