ColecoVision facts for kids
The ColecoVision was a home video game console that came out in 1982. It was known for its awesome graphics, which looked a lot like the games you'd play in an arcade. It also had special add-ons that let it do even more!
This game system was a big competitor to other popular consoles of its time, like the Atari 2600 and the Intellivision. The ColecoVision stopped being made in 1985.
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What Made ColecoVision Special?
The ColecoVision was part of the "second generation" of video game consoles. This means it was one of the newer systems with improved technology. It offered graphics and gameplay that were very similar to what you'd find in arcade games. This was a big deal because it brought the fun of the arcade right into your home!
Playing More Games with Expansion Module #1
One of the coolest things about the ColecoVision was its ability to expand. It had special add-ons called "expansion packs." The most famous one was the Expansion Module #1.
How Expansion Module #1 Worked
The Expansion Module #1 was a super important add-on. It allowed the ColecoVision to play games made for the Atari 2600. This meant that if you owned a ColecoVision, you could play games from two different systems! This gave the ColecoVision one of the largest libraries of games for its time.
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The ColecoVision Hand Controller has a number pad that can be fitted with overlays.
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Expansion Module#1 allows the ColecoVision to play any Atari 2600 game.
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Expansion Module#2 is a steering wheel for racing games
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Super Action Controller
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ColecoVision Flashback
