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PLUG & PLAY TV GAMES ARCADE CLASSIC HANDHELD TOY SYSTEM

by: electronichandhelds( 2445Feedback score is 1000 to 4,999) Top 5000 Reviewer
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Guide viewed: 3202 times Tags: Plug & Play | TV Games | Handheld Electronic | Jakks Pacific | Arcade Games


PLUG & PLAY TV GAMES

Plug it in & Play are TV games that contain multiple games in one single controller and feature today's hottest videogame and entertainment licenses. All that is needed are batteries and a TV - no videogame consoles are required. Simply plug the TV games unit into the A/V jacks of any standard television set, turn it on and play! The lightweight, compact all inclusive controller houses a combination of videogames with all the hardware and software built right in. This technology allows gaming fans to enjoy a number of videogames with just one single purchase.

 Here is an example of two kids enjoying Pac-Man. As you can notice, the small system plugs right into you television. Remember, you will need an A/V jacks. They are those yellow and white holes in front/back of your T.V. Make sure your television has it before you purchase this item. (Most new televisions have these holes)

 

It seems like every company is coming out with their own version of a type and plug & play videogame system. In 2004 these plug in play games became hugely popular mainly from Jakks Pacific who is the only company that can actually sell these items under the name "Plug & Play". Other companies like Radica have put out "Play TV" and Majesco who sells under the name "TV Arcade"

Whether the name is different, the generally point is the same! You get several special arcade game hits in 1 small device. (No cartridges needed)

Here is a complete list of Manufacturers of this product;

  • Jakks Pacific
  • Radica Games
  • Senario Entertainment
  • Majesco
  • Konami
  • Tiger Electronics
  • Toy:Lobster
  • Mammoth Toys
  • Video Extreme
  • Atari
  • Ohio Art
  • Pelican
  • Techno Source
  • NrTrade
  • Ki Connection WalMart
  • Vs. Maxx
  • Milton Bradley
  • Polaroid

*Expect more companies to produce these games. You can't go into any toy store without seeing a wall of Plug & Play TV Games. Usually price at $19.99, it's a great bundle pack of enjoyment

My Recommendations;

 

Atari Hits

Ms Pacman, includes Galaga, Mappy, Pole Position, Xevious

Radica SkateBoard

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Guide ID: 10000000004752217Guide created: 12/05/07 (updated 04/15/09)

 
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