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JODY

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Pickups (Tempest, Missile Command, Asteroids)

Never thought I would see one cheap enough to get but just brought home a Tempest yesterday. In great shape with original manuals and keys. Has one metal piece screwed across the top and a hole drilled in the front of the cabinet due to relocating the on/off switch. Other than that very clean and was working great when it left the seller's home. Haven't got it unloaded yet. Also got an all original Missile Command in very good shape and an Asteroids cocktail.

Doing some Google searches I've seen some add-ons for these machines to play additional game versions (e.g. Tempest Tubes, Asteroids Deluxe, Super Missile Attack). What all add-ons is everyone familiar with? Also, any links to information on keeping them going / repairing these would be great. Thanks.
 
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well, as far as tempest tubes, it kinda sucks. i've played it a bit, and maybe it's just cause i'm not nearly as good at tubes as i am at tempest, but the playfield designs aren't fun to play on. i way prefer tempest over tempest tubes.
 
well, as far as tempest tubes, it kinda sucks. i've played it a bit, and maybe it's just cause i'm not nearly as good at tubes as i am at tempest, but the playfield designs aren't fun to play on. i way prefer tempest over tempest tubes.

Hmm. I read somewhere that Tempest Tubes had harder levels than Tempest and that it was for those that had become good at Tempest. I haven't played it much if any but figured it could add some variety.

I saw an add-on in the works to add Asteroids Deluxe and Lunar Lander to Asteroids. Not sure how Lunar Lander would be without the analog throttle. I suppose you would press a button slowly or rapidly to give throttle bursts.
 
I am pretty bad at tempest, and terrible at tubes, but for the price it is definitely worth it. All you need is a 2732 and a small switch to have both.
 
So I've got a Tempest....

...but no tubes upgrade. I'd actually like to find a multi-kit for it also.

Any suggestions who to get any of that stuff from?

I'd be happy to get any upgrade just to add more options...


I am pretty bad at tempest, and terrible at tubes, but for the price it is definitely worth it. All you need is a 2732 and a small switch to have both.
 
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