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Vectrex
Vectrex logo.png
Vectrex-Console-Set.jpg
Manufacturer Smith Engineering
Type Video game console
Generation second-generation
Retail availability
  • NA 1982
  • EU May 1983
  • JP June 1983
Media ROM cartridge
CPU Motorola 6809 @ 1.5 MHz
Controller input Two
Vectrex machines
Three European release Vectrex machines running Scramble, Solar Quest, and Star Ship, respectively.

The Vectrex is a video game console created by Smith Engineering. The Vectrex is the only console of its kind to use vector graphics.

Images for kids

  • Vectrex-Overlay

    Games came supplied with color overlay sheets to compensate for the limitations of the screen.

  • VectrexRG2010

    European release Vectrex playing the built-in Mine Storm game, without overlay

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Vectrex para niños

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