/r/atarilynx
A subreddit dedicated to the coolest handheld system ever to not fit in your pocket.
This 16-bit handheld, released by Atari Corporation in September 1989, holds the distinction of being the world's first handheld electronic game with a color LCD.
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This is a subreddit dedicated to the coolest handheld system ever to not fit in your pocket.
This 16-bit handheld, released by Atari Corporation in September 1989, holds the distinction of being the world's first handheld electronic game with a color LCD.
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Looking for information on a mod or repair?
Are you knowledgeable about the Lynx?
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Which Handheld did it first?
15:23 UTC
Two years ago, @mozzwald and I demonstrated two Atari Lynx's connected via the Internet, playing Rampart with UDP tunneling ComLynx, thanks to prototype FujiNet devices. Am still surprised it worked.
01:42 UTC
If you don't have the means for an original Atari Lynx, I've found that the "modern" device with the closest parity to the Lynx is the Wii U Gamepad. I softmodded my Wii U and added all my old favorites to it, and I think the games look great on it! It can also rotate for games like Klax.
14:35 UTC
Rampart
Love the game over screen lol
22:09 UTC
Emulator
Hello fellow Lynx fans.
I’m looking for a decent quality handheld emulator that I can buy preloaded with the Lynx catalog. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
06:16 UTC
How hard would it be to find a Lynx on Mexico?
03:00 UTC
A video about the Lynx that I like.
I find the video and sound quality of the gameplay clips for these games to be of very good quality.
05:25 UTC
How much on average is a price of modded Atari Lynx?
Aka - Screen Upgrade to the Mcwill
Ive been seeing prices over 300+
10:31 UTC
Need help with Lynx 2 repair
Hey guys, has anyone experienced this behavior? My Lynx had no power at all, but after recapping, this is the current state. I double-checked the polarity and solder points. I'd appreciate any advice!
17:06 UTC
Do you think this is the best game on the Lynx??
I owned about 22 Lynx Games and this one was head and shoulders above the rest. Still never completed it. On my bucket list for someday.
02:46 UTC
So...
Hypothetically, how hard would be find one of these beauties here on Mexico? Asking for a friend. And no, am not a lost redditor, just did a poor wording.
01:47 UTC
Bennvenn screen odd colours
About 3 months ago I installed the lcd replacement screen. It has been working great until yesterday my little one decided to have a go then when finished didn’t put it in the desk properly so fell to the floor.
I’ve pulled it apart and tried reseating the ribbons but no change. I’m hoping it’s just a damaged lcd as that will be easier to replace than any other components.
04:27 UTC
You can use a battery back with a lynx! Saves the batteries.
16:36 UTC
Atari Lynx model 1 D-Pad variations, Gotta catch em all!
23:10 UTC
Atari Lynx D-Pad comparison model I vs. model II
For performing diagonal movement, I prefer the wider D-pad design of the model II to the thinner cross D-pad of the model I. Diagonals on the model I got easier with practice but the wider D-pad on the model II is just a much more ergonomic design
16:14 UTC
Two, Two, Two Lynx in one!
Atari Lynx model 1 all original and awesome. Atari Lynx II with BennVenn IPS LCD, Speaker-X upgrade and new screen lens. Mark Bussler from CGR showed me that 2 lynx will fit fine in the official kit case.
15:35 UTC
K-Retro 9V USB power adapter cable & Replacement Screen Lens for Atari Lynx 2
K-Retro 9V USB power adapter cable $11.99 and replacement screen lens for Atari Lynx 2 $24.99. After the BennVenn ElCheapoSD these are the two best accessories available for the Atari Lynx.
14:37 UTC
Am I screwed?
This is the on/off button pad. All the others seem fine. Already used some IPA and gentle scratching to get the worst off. Should I keep going or will I completely destroy the pad?
13:09 UTC
DIY case for Atari Lynx model 2 from Temu.
01:26 UTC
14:09 UTC
Just got my first Lynx 2 - But the screen is black when not using the light. Is this normal?
I'm hoping to put an IPS screen in it but i'm a bit scared because the screen is just black when I don't use the light. Even if I shine a light on it, still can't see anything.. only when the light is on I can see the game.
Is this normal? Seems weird to have a light button if you can only play when it's on.
15:53 UTC
Atari Lynx 1 Repaired. Added HDMI Mod
Atari Lynx 1 purchased with a description "For Parts".
After getting the Lynx I found the following issues.
- No Power
- Broken Plex Glass on top of Screen
- Broken clips on the Game Drive Door
Clean the shell from top to bottom. For how old this console is I was taken by how good the shell looks.
These model consoles are known for "paint peeling" or flaking off over time.
Replaced Power jack to resolve power issues, old one had a broken grounding pin.
I just keep the game drive door taped with Kapton tape. The clips which hold the drive closed are
all broken off. The person who owned this before me did not treat it with respect.
Pictures of my Lynx 1 & 2 together. Finally own both. What's even better is fixing & repairing one.
This was a fun console to repair, learned a lot through the process.
I upgraded the original screen with a IPS one which includes a HDMI out on the board.
The screen also includes a OSD menu which allows you to change a number of settings.
This gives a different perspective on gameplay.
19:15 UTC
Repro Boxes for Prototypes
Hi. Do you know of anyone / shop who can reproduce the boxes for some of the Atari Lynx games that come in CD case? Raiden, Fat Bobby, Bubble Trouble, etc
Would like all the games to fit in the shell and the box looks way better
Thank you
13:50 UTC