Intellivision Amico - Tommy Tallarico introduction + Q&A

I just saw this video and thought it was so cool ! Tommy’s console collection is awesome !! 

5 minutes ago, RetroAdvisoryBoard said:

Quite possibly.  I was three minutes later and my order's jumped to #02148.  For multiple consoles.  Think it's a good Tuesday in Irvine.

 

Yeah!!  Those are just the ORDERS... doesn't represent the number of consoles.  Almost half the orders so far are multiple consoles!!  One person even bought more than @cmart604 who is now in 2nd place.  Shameful.  

Just now, Tommy Tallarico said:

Yeah!!  Those are just the ORDERS... doesn't represent the number of consoles.  Almost half the orders so far are multiple consoles!!  One person even bought more than @cmart604 who is now in 2nd place.  Shameful.  

 

Amico in every room even the bathroom. 

.. hope they have lysol next to unit or some cleaner.   Need water proof amico for the shower though

Imagine Pat and Ian right now in their room with their microphones refreshing this thread with red faces. "No no no no! This can't be happening!"

55 minutes ago, ArcadeJunkie said:

+2 VIPs here.  Brings me to 4 total.

 

Congrats Tommy and the Intellivision Team!

Wow,you are such a....arcade junkie!👍

Just now, 1001lives said:

Imagine Pat and Ian right now in their room with their microphones refreshing this thread with red faces. "No no no no!!!"

I'm sure another hate filled podcast will be recorded tonight. 

 

8 minutes ago, Cranker said:

I just saw this video and thought it was so cool ! Tommy’s console collection is awesome !! 

Yes.  I have "issues".  

11 minutes ago, Tommy Tallarico said:

I'm sure another hate filled podcast will be recorded tonight. 

 

Good on them, any publicity is good publicity while pre-orders are open! 

Although they really should see a therapist. 

2 minutes ago, wolfy62 said:

Wow,you are such a....arcade junkie!👍

Yep, its not just a clever name...

But in all honesty the plan is to give 1 as a Christmas present, have 2 personal units and 1 goes on the shelf for display.  Not that crazy if u ask me?

5 minutes ago, Tommy Tallarico said:

Yes.  I have "issues".  

 

Just now, Cranker said:

6 minutes ago, Tommy Tallarico said:

Yes.  I have "issues".  

 

Now I really need a tour of your place. It’s so awesome to see all of those consoles !!! I will be there in 30 minutes ! 😂 

29 minutes ago, RetroAdvisoryBoard said:

Was wondering about that.  Ramps, Jumps, even pitfalls and elevator traps to drop you/fling you up onto one of two concurrent tracks.. so just when you've got the hang of track A, grandma just dropped you onto track B.  Maybe a track switch to divert you suddenly onto the part of the track you weren't expecting.  Thought about switching directions to disorient and mix-up expectations, but I think it'd only work if all cars were simultaneously switched.. otherwise it's just a second or two til an inevitable collision.  

 

WOULD be cool if you get a bonus, go-go-Gadget type weird trap avoidance per level, and nobody knows what trap avoidance you have.  They can each play one of their three traps but they don't know when you'll use your [get out of jail free card].  If you're not familiar with Coup Fourré/Mille Bornes, a card game where the objective is to earn miles and place auto hazards on other players (who in turn can earn invulnerabilities or play their invulnerabilities when you play your hazard, as a surprise coup fourré (counter-attack), check it out.  Fun, easily understood party game. 

 

Hoping there's some night time tracks!

I loved that game. I totally for got about it until now.  I used to love getting the invincible tires so no more flat tires.

It was such a cool art style too.

I’m thinking if getting another console and keeping my FE closed. I’m wondering how much the extra controllers will cost. I’m not looking for an exact price but more like $30 ? $50 ? Tommy ? I’m buying extra controllers anyway so I may just get an extra system or 2 and use those controllers. Any estimate for the controller price ? 2 pack ? 

3 hours ago, Tommy Tallarico said:

Although this isn't true in my case, I saw this and just had to share!

 

Hope this helps to turn some frowns upside down!

 

yeah... our parents knew nothing about agenda 21 and the new world order. at the time such knowledge was only reserved for luciferian sell outs; which is why the only people you see infected with corona are on television. meanwhile, hospitals all around the world are completely empty.

6 hours ago, Swami said:

No, no online play for at least 2020 or 2021. No DLC, etc. Maybe a pick-your-friends version in 2022.

Thanks for the info.  Unfortunately the system doesn't come bundled with friends and all of mine are busy raising kids at the moment.  I'm gonna hold out for if it ever gets online VS modes.  The games look amazing..i'm really bummed about this online thing

oh well

Enjoy!  It looks amazing!

15 minutes ago, Tommy Tallarico said:

Yes.  I have "issues".  

 

 

And a very understanding wife, apparently.

44 minutes ago, vongruetz said:

It works out better for everyone if there are at least two in every house.

That should totally be the new sales slogan!  🙂 

2 minutes ago, mtamborra said:

Thanks for the info.  Unfortunately the system doesn't come bundled with friends and all of mine are busy raising kids at the moment.  I'm gonna hold out for if it ever gets online VS modes.  The games look amazing..i'm really bummed about this online thing

oh well

Enjoy!  It looks amazing!

So you bring it to their house with their kids! haha

1 minute ago, Cranker said:

I’m thinking if getting another console and keeping my FE closed. I’m wondering how much the extra controllers will cost. I’m not looking for an exact price but more like $30 ? $50 ? Tommy ? I’m buying extra controllers anyway so I may just get an extra system or 2 and use those controllers. Any estimate for the controller price ? 2 pack ? 

Nothing official, as it depends on total number built, etc. Probably along the lines of $40 each, and maybe they'll have a bundle pack available for less than the price of 2. I think Tommy has also hinted that there might be an external charger on the way, post 2020.

3 minutes ago, mtamborra said:

Thanks for the info.  Unfortunately the system doesn't come bundled with friends and all of mine are busy raising kids at the moment.  I'm gonna hold out for if it ever gets online VS modes.  The games look amazing..i'm really bummed about this online thing

oh well

Enjoy!  It looks amazing!

That's too bad!  Do your friends ever visit with their kids? Game night get-together with kids and adults? Almost all of the games also have great single player options.

5 minutes ago, Cranker said:

I’m thinking if getting another console and keeping my FE closed. I’m wondering how much the extra controllers will cost. I’m not looking for an exact price but more like $30 ? $50 ? Tommy ? I’m buying extra controllers anyway so I may just get an extra system or 2 and use those controllers. Any estimate for the controller price ? 2 pack ? 

If you can manage to not open that FE console when it comes a week ahead of the normal unit....  Well, you're way more patient than most of us!  🙂

4 minutes ago, Cranker said:

I’m thinking if getting another console and keeping my FE closed. I’m wondering how much the extra controllers will cost. I’m not looking for an exact price but more like $30 ? $50 ? Tommy ? I’m buying extra controllers anyway so I may just get an extra system or 2 and use those controllers. Any estimate for the controller price ? 2 pack ? 

The price of controllers went up when we switched over to the way better screens.  Probably going to be in the $40 - $50 range at retail (plus tax, etc.). 

So yeah... if folks are looking to get more controllers eventually.  Diving in on the VIP (if you already have a FE) is a good deal ($25 gift card, etc.).  If I can get the price of the controllers down... then you can always just get your refund on the VIP.

Oh Hell... I just awoke from a HIGH stooper as my "Old Lady" hit me over the head and threw me down in the bunker!

With only a minute to spare... wanted to say welcome aboard all you VIP buyers!

My old lady stole my wallet so I will not be buying another Amico for now.. No Bread or Dough as we Hippies call it....

But I will save to get me a Purple one when the time comes.  

Since I have been abducted by so many aliens... I seem to have a fetish now for purple...

Maybe because of all the abductions from the Purple People Eaters!

Be Well You All!

TJ

#DefeatTheHaters