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This model 300 is the cheapest and worst of all the later models and it has a real bad problem with holding paddles steady. I have bought and sold over 50 of these 300s and only 2 or 3 held paddles steady. I use a can of electronic spray cleaner and squirt it in the hole on back side. That works for a short time. The 200s and 400s have other issues. 100 is the best of later models.
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The original magnavox odyssey was what started the trend for decades of video game innovation. And magnavox essencially dominated generation 1 of consoles; whether it was the original white and black Odyssey 1, the many slimmed down versions of which the 300 is one of them, or the later Odyssey two which despite it's best efforts fell to atari's rise as king of the consoles. The Odyssey 300 (or any of the other variants) is a perfect budget alternative for collectors who can't find an original Odyssey 1 in their price range. Gamers who actually want to play and enjoy the games that their odyssey has to offer should opt for the Odyssey 2 though which deviated from the previous model's "pong only" model and introduced other innovative games to rival atari's selection.
It is a joy to let my 6 year old play with this unit to show her what type of video consoles I grew up with. This is the epitome of simple design and functionality.
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The nomenclature is in excellent condition. Due to its age, just needed an internal cleaning of the potentiometers and switches. An simple task accomplished with WD-40 and contact cleaner.
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I purchased this product as a birthday gift for my brother who had it as a child. When this product came out in the 70's it was not a big seller as people believed they had to own a Magnavox TV to use it. (Not true) Includes 3 games, 1 to 2 player and just as fun as it was then but limited. Graphics low. Black and white screen. For a Collector it is a must have, mint condition.
Wonderful choice of games to choose from.
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