Atari Lynx

The Atari Lynx, usually just referred to as Lynx, is a fourth generation (1987-2004) handheld video game console developed in partnership with Epyx, Inc. and distributed by the Atari Corporation. It was released in September 1989... See more

Release date
September 1, 1989
Media
Cartridge
Max Controllers
1
Notes

The Atari Lynx, usually just referred to as Lynx, is a fourth generation (1987-2004) handheld video game console developed in partnership with Epyx, Inc. and distributed by the Atari Corporation. It was released in September 1989 in North America at a retail price of $149.95. The handheld was also released in Europe (1990) and Japan (1990). The Lynx was the world's first handheld electronic game with a color LCD screen. The console was discontinued in early 1996, possibly at the time of the company's sale on April 8, 1996.

Cpu

WDC 65SC02 (Mikey) @ 4 MHz

Memory

64 KB

Graphics

16-bit custom CMOS chip Atari Suzy @ 16 MHz

Sound

4-channels, 8-bit DAC per channel

Display

160 x 102

Manufacturer

Atari Corporation

Developers

Atari Corporation, Epyx, Inc.

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