Nubeo Unveils Limited Edition Atari VCS Asteroids Watch: Retro Gaming Meets Luxury Timepieces

Nubeo, renowned for crafting high-end watches with unique pop-culture influences, has announced its newest limited edition timepiece: the Console Automatic, a wristwatch inspired by the Atari VCS/2600 home port of the iconic arcade game Asteroids.

Following the brand's successful collaborations for Asteroids and Space Invaders watches, this release is a testament to the enduring impact of classic video games on both culture and design.

The Console Automatic celebrates the nostalgic pixel art of the Atari 2600 era, moving away from the vector graphics of Asteroids' original arcade version, previously honored in Nubeo's Ventana Automatic for the game’s 45th anniversary.

This distinction sets the Console Automatic apart, choosing to emulate the blocky, home-console visual style rather than arcade aesthetics—a decision that will resonate with collectors who grew up playing Atari titles at home. Offered in five different colorways, each version of the Console Automatic is limited to just 100 pieces globally.

According to Nubeo, the stainless-steel frame design draws direct inspiration from the historic Atari VCS console, capturing its unmistakable silhouette.

While the classic woodgrain motif is absent, the watch's design remains an unmistakable homage to the system that brought Asteroids into living rooms across the world. Nubeo highlights the timepiece’s attention to detail, noting that the multifaceted lens adds depth to the watch face, while the spaceship-shaped second hand pays tribute to Asteroids' pixelated, action-packed gameplay.

The luminous hands, including a second hand that represents the player’s ship firing a barrage of lasers, glow brightly in low-light conditions, further evoking the intensity of playing Asteroids late into the night. The watch face is adorned with sprites taken directly from the home version of Asteroids, further anchoring the design in retro gaming authenticity.

On the reverse, the caseback features a viewing window through which owners can admire the precision Japanese mechanical movement, complemented by imagery culled from the Atari 2600 Asteroids packaging—a detail enthusiasts will surely appreciate, even though it’s usually hidden while worn. For collectors and dedicated fans, Nubeo is currently offering the Console Automatic at a substantial 65% discount via the code 'CONSOLE65.' With only 500 total units available across all colorways, this exclusive release is poised to become a coveted piece of video game memorabilia.

While the audience for such specialized merchandise may be niche, the Console Automatic is both a striking luxury accessory and a celebration of video game history.

For those passionate about Atari, retro gaming, or unique horological collaborations, now is an opportune moment to secure this standout timepiece.

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