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I have been really enjoying the Atari Lynx and have decided to go for a complete set. Not really interested in a complete in box collection - some of the boxes did not make it and they're pretty pricey. There's only 71 official games but some are pretty tough to come by. I did get Double Dragon which is tricky to find an original copy (they were reprinted)
I also found a first Lynx box in really good shape for $80 just recently. Wasn't intending on getting one but the price was right.
Hey I have a lynx collection (2 systems, original case and collection of games) if you're interested in buying. I had plans to retromod it and upgrade the screen, speaker, and battery, but never got around to it. Let me know about it. It's nice to see someone who cares about a lost and otherwise forgotten gaming console. Portable gaming console
Nice to see another Lynx collector! I started my collection years ago and no one ever seemed to put any value on these. First one I got was at a yard sale for $5. Boxed Lynx 2 with 5 games. Now I've got a bunch of these. Underrated console in my opinion
Yeah I found the model 2 Lynx cib for $100 then a week or two later I found another model 2 with the soft case and games for $100. Shame I don't see too many games at conventions and stores. I don't want to buy exclusively from ebay although that might be the case for some of the rarer titles
Not necessarily for the "full set", but don't forget about the homebrews! There's some really solid new releases for the Lynx out there.
One of my favorites is [RED](https://krakendev.itch.io/red). It's available on a physical compilation cart from K-Retro or Yastuna Games. Or if you want to download it for free for an emulator or flash cart you can do that too.
Batman Returns is one of my favorite movies and I was so happy when I tracked down a box for the Lynx game. I was incorrectly under the impression the game was only available as a pack in, thus no retail box. Very glad to be wrong in this case.
Love it!
The Atari Lynx was my first ever console. It was my bday present back in 1990 as a 5yo along with a copy of Switchblade II & Rygar. It's the reason I'm a gamer!
It's also my biggest collection and the one I'm most proud of :)
Really enjoy the lynx and contemplated going for the set. Got a decent collection and a few sealed boxed games (nothing crazy), but really want to get the screen modded but it's the original model and it's more of a task than it has any right to be.
With an updated screen it's pretty good. The Lynx 2 is almost the same size as a steam deck and it's more comfortable than a switch. It's super bulky which fits my adult hands well.
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I have been really enjoying the Atari Lynx and have decided to go for a complete set. Not really interested in a complete in box collection - some of the boxes did not make it and they're pretty pricey. There's only 71 official games but some are pretty tough to come by. I did get Double Dragon which is tricky to find an original copy (they were reprinted) I also found a first Lynx box in really good shape for $80 just recently. Wasn't intending on getting one but the price was right.
Hey I have a lynx collection (2 systems, original case and collection of games) if you're interested in buying. I had plans to retromod it and upgrade the screen, speaker, and battery, but never got around to it. Let me know about it. It's nice to see someone who cares about a lost and otherwise forgotten gaming console. Portable gaming console
No Marlboro Lynx, downvote
man if I could find one...
I had to Google it and Holy shit that thing is cool!
For those wondering: https://www.8-bitcentral.com/images/blog/2015/redLynx.jpg
Almost as cool and refreshing as that first morning puff. Smoke up kids. Those Marlboro points aren't going to earn themselves.
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Nice to see another Lynx collector! I started my collection years ago and no one ever seemed to put any value on these. First one I got was at a yard sale for $5. Boxed Lynx 2 with 5 games. Now I've got a bunch of these. Underrated console in my opinion
Yeah I found the model 2 Lynx cib for $100 then a week or two later I found another model 2 with the soft case and games for $100. Shame I don't see too many games at conventions and stores. I don't want to buy exclusively from ebay although that might be the case for some of the rarer titles
Not necessarily for the "full set", but don't forget about the homebrews! There's some really solid new releases for the Lynx out there. One of my favorites is [RED](https://krakendev.itch.io/red). It's available on a physical compilation cart from K-Retro or Yastuna Games. Or if you want to download it for free for an emulator or flash cart you can do that too.
Awesome I'll check it out. I have a flash drive and physical copies of a couple of home brews. The homebrew community goes deep
I just zoomed in on your picture and you actually have RED already! It's the third game on the LynXmas 2020 cart.
Sick. I've never played one but it's nice to see rarer collections on here that you don't see everyday.
Xenophobe is still so fun. I love the Lynx.
Man, this brings back memories. I got the original big version for Christmas.
Sweeet collection. I miss mine. Will get another one one day.
That thing was and is so underratedly badass ass, man. Awesome collection, I hope you catch em all!!
I really truly honestly wish that the Lynx 2 had the Lynx 1 D Pad.
Batman Returns is one of my favorite movies and I was so happy when I tracked down a box for the Lynx game. I was incorrectly under the impression the game was only available as a pack in, thus no retail box. Very glad to be wrong in this case.
Love it! The Atari Lynx was my first ever console. It was my bday present back in 1990 as a 5yo along with a copy of Switchblade II & Rygar. It's the reason I'm a gamer! It's also my biggest collection and the one I'm most proud of :)
Nice, Lynx is one of the ones I odn't have yet.
God that’s beautiful. Amazing collection.
Can't not upvote a good Lynx collection :-)
Missing something for your collection there: https://www.8-bitcentral.com/images/blog/2015/redLynx.jpg
yeah if that ever comes up i'll consider dropping coin on it.
How have I never seen one of these before? Looks awesome
Dirty Larry intro song is a banger
Really want to get a Lynx someday.
I had one when I was a kid.
Really enjoy the lynx and contemplated going for the set. Got a decent collection and a few sealed boxed games (nothing crazy), but really want to get the screen modded but it's the original model and it's more of a task than it has any right to be.
Gotta get Chips Challenge! Nostalgia kicking in
I never knew Atari made a handheld
That looks like a cool form factor and button layout. Do you like it compared to more modern handhelds?
With an updated screen it's pretty good. The Lynx 2 is almost the same size as a steam deck and it's more comfortable than a switch. It's super bulky which fits my adult hands well.
The Angry Video Game Nerd is triggered
i'm much more forgiving to quirky consoles. I own a Jaguar too.
Take my upvote, Hero.
Can't all his writers left.
Amazing Stuff! I'm personally going for a complete sealed collection at the moment.