Atari's Rise and Fall: From Pong to Watches

Atari was founded in America in 1972 by Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney. During the late 70s and early 80s, Atari became a household name, with games like Pong achieving massive popularity.

Atari invested heavily in the ET game, expecting huge sales based on the movie's success. However, the game was poorly received, contributing to a significant gaming market crash and hurting Atari's reputation.

After the gaming crash, Atari shifted its focus and is now owned by a French company. They currently produce retro-inspired watches, including one with pre-loaded games like Pong, Centipede, Missile Command, and Super Breakout.

Atari has released several watch designs, including an $80 model with pre-loaded games and a more expensive, unique design that has gained popularity among collectors. The company is planning to release another affordable watch.