Intellivision Amico games are selling without a console to play them on
Intellivision Entertainment recently launched a few limited-time game bundles that feature retro-themed titles within sleek physical packaging; however, their Amico console remains elusive as longtime backers are still in the dark about its’ release date.
The Intellivision Amico is an Android console meant to appease modern-day gamers. They hope players can relive an era of multiplayer gaming with local friends and family in the same room. The initial promise was to release the console on October 20, 2020, but several delays forced it far into the uncertain future.
Despite that uncertainty, Intellivision is keen on selling games without a device to play them on. This easily creates an uncomfortable “leap-of-faith” for already skeptical customers and dedicated backers.
Unfortunately, the physical packages themselves are mostly cosmetic gain. Inside it, you’ll find a 3-D lenticular card, an NFT coin, and the RFID game card that’s essential to activate your game online. Each game requires this process and demands an internet connection to download it as a one-time thing for offline play. One of the bundles contains eight games for $150 but considering what’s inside the boxes and Amico’s current situation: customers gain nothing to enjoy for their financial trust in Intellivision.
Collecting Intellivision Amico NFTs
CEO Tommy Tallarico stated “collectors will really enjoy” the games offered, but the inclusion of NFTs is a bit worrying. The tokens are collectibles with no real value to Intellivision’s community-oriented customer demographic. It could only garner some financial success – albeit by Intellivision shadily aligning with cryptocurrencies – for a hard-to-sell console. Time will tell.
Intellivision’s decision to release games without a console to use is a huge red flag for prospective buyers. Without the Amico, these games are effectively useless. Hopefully, backers are rewarded with a polished release for their wait.
Via: Kotaku
