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Vintage Games
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Vice Versa EN06 VideoBrain Game Cartridge Program RARE
| Start Price |
USD 39.99 |
| Current Price |
USD 39.99 |
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USD 69.99 |
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| Start Time |
Monday, December 01, 2008 |
| End Time |
Monday, December 08, 2008 |
| Location |
Chicago Area |
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Description
dlaciak Store See pictures for full condition and details. Additional Information: You are bidding on a rare piece of video game history from 1977. The above pictures are of the actual item being auctioned. This is a cartridge for the first fully programmable cartridge-based home computer system in the world.INCLUDED IN THIS AUCTION:(1) Vice Versa EN06 VideoBrain Game Cartridge Program (ROM)(1) Original VideoBrain Game Box(1) Original VideoBrain Game Instructions ManualHistorical VideoBrain Information: The VideoBrain Family Computer (model 101A) is an 8-bit home computer and video game console manufactured by the VideoBrain Computer Company in 1977. It is based on the Fairchild Semiconductor F8 CPU and is notable for being the first fully programmable cartridge-based home computer. It was not a large commercial success and was discontinued from the market less than three years after its initial release making is highly collectible and very rare. The VideoBrain Family Computer was designed and produced by the VideoBrain Computer Company of California in 1977. It was not widely available, although Macy's department store briefly carried the computer. It was sold in various configurations, and the price ranged from $500.00 to $1,100.00 USD depending on the accessories chosen. New software for the VideoBrain was available on cartridge, which was a first for home computer. (Later price reductions were $300.00 for the computer alone, and $350.00 to $900.00 package deals)Because the VideoBrain computer was discontinued so quickly, fewer than 25 software titles were ever marketed for the system. The library comprises a handful of games, educational titles, and productivity software. Making any and all software for this system very rare and hard to find.Perhaps the largest contributor to the VideoBrain's failure was simply a lack of proper marketing and hardware availability. Public understanding of computers in 1977 was significantly lower than it is today, and many potential consumers simply did not understand the benefits of owning a home computer. Additionally, the VideoBrain was mainly sold through mail-order outfits, and only made a brief retail showing at Macy's Department Stores. (By contrast, video game consoles at the time were easily available in a number of department and toy chains, allowing them to far outsell the VideoBrain Computer System). Making VideoBrain software highly sought after and prized even 30+ years later. Many of our items are very rare and stock limited or one, be sure to bid often to avoid missing your auction. We have hundreds of rare items, please contact us if you are interested. We will combine shipping for more than one item (within time limits; 7 days or less). See above photo for all information and condition.Quantity in Stock: 1 only. See above photo(s) for complete condition.Stored in the following way/location: cool, dry, no sun, no smoke, and no pets.Rulers used in auction photo are for scale; not included. All sales are final due to the nature of this item. Terms All auctions are for serious bidders only. Due to the nature, age or rarity of the items being auctioned, The Collector Detector can not offer any return policy. Items are sold as-is with no warranty. Items are tested prior to listing on eBay, and packed well – any damage, if it occurs, may be claimed with the respective carrier or shipping company. Please see photo(s) for compete item details and condition. Items will be auctioned with a list of contents; i.e. what is included or not included. Descriptions provided as accurately as possible, seller shall not be liable for errors; please email questions prior to bidding. Items that are 'new' are listed as such. Please review our feedback rating and our auction descriptions prior to bidding. You may use your Credit Card or Personal Check with us via PayPal. Please see The Collector Detectors 'About Me' page for full details prior to bidding. Thank you! Payment and Shipping We have been selling on eBay since 1999, and continue with pride in 2008. We follow all eBay rules, so you may bid with confidence. Please see The Collector Detectors 'About Me' page for full details prior to bidding.
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