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The400 Mini has been modeled on the original with great attention to detail. Above all, the many USB ports and the relatively easy dealing with additional controllers encourage multiplayer duels. And thanks to the sufficiently long cables, you don't have to sit directly in front of the giant TV, but can sit comfortably on the couch.

The game selection offers a cross-section of the typical game genres of the Atari 8-bit series. Overall, it is a varied compilation of style-defining games and genres. Even players who only know the C64 will rediscover some titles. Otherwise, a cult baller game like "Space Invaders", "Galaxian" or "Galaga" would certainly have done the collection good. Although "Wavy Navy" has a similar game principle, it doesn't quite come close to the pioneering classics of the genre.

The joystick, on the other hand, is not really convincing. It feels very clumsy and can make playing difficult. This is partly due to the faithful reproduction of the original – the CX40 was legendary, but never really known for its ergonomics – but the unintentional clicking is a shortcoming that can only be blamed on the new version. The option to connect your own input devices is commendable, but it does tarnish the retro experience.

At around 120 euros, the The400 Mini is no bargain and despite good compatibility with other controllers, a second joystick would certainly have been desirable. Overall, however, the game selection, the many emulated systems, the good menu navigation and the simple addition of further games are pleasing. Apart from the problems with the joystick, the mini console is certainly very interesting for fans of Atari's 8-bit series. However, everyone else should consider beforehand whether it is worth buying.

System	The 400 Mini
Manufacturer	Atari/Retro Games, distributed by Plaion
Hardware	AllWinner H3 SoC
Memory	256 Megabyte DDR3-RAM and 128 Megabyte eMMC Flash Memory
EmulatedSystems	Atari 400, Atari 800, Atari XE, Atari XL, Atari 5200
Emulated Games	Airball • Asteroids • Basketball • BattleZone • Berzerk • Boulder Dash • Bristles • Capture the Flag • Centipede • Crystal Castles • Elektraglide • Encounter • Flip and Flop • Henry’s House • Hover Bovver • Lee • Millipede • Miner 2049er • Missile Command • M.U.L.E • O’Riley’s Mine • Seven Cities of Gold • Star Raiders II • Wavy Navy • Yoomp!
Dimensions	‎31 x 19,4 x 9,9 cm
Weight	880 grams
Package contents	- The400 Mini main unit - USB-Joystick (The CX Stick) - HDMI cable, 1,8 m - USB-C-Power cable, 1,8 m (power adapter not included) - Quick start guide
Price	€119,99

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