• The Atari 2600 console with joysticks, game cartridges Combat, Indy 500 and Air Sea Battle carts.
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Atari 2600 (VCS) Tribute Stickers

Atari 2600 (VCS) Tribute Stickers

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Features

Suitable for sticking on most smooth, clean surfaces including glass, metal, plastic, laptops, bottles, books, mugs, sealed wood(such as guitars, smooth furnishings), tiles, and more.


Not recommended for fabric, silicone, or heavily textured surfaces.

 

    Care & Application

    How to Apply Your Sticker

    1. Clean the surface with mild soap or isopropyl alcohol and let it dry completely.
    2. Peel the sticker carefully and position it lightly.
    3. Smooth from the centre outward to remove air bubbles.
    4. Press firmly around the edges.
    5. Allow 24 hours before washing or heavy use.   

    Preparing the surface.

    • Clean with mild soap or isopropyl alcohol— removes oils, fingerprints, and dust that weaken adhesion.
    • Dry fully — even tiny moisture films can cause bubbling.
    • Avoid glass cleaners — many contain silicone, which reduces stickiness.

     Applying the sticker

    • Peel slowly to avoid touching the adhesive with fingers.
    • Position lightly first — vinyl lets you “float” it before pressing down.
    • Start from the centre and smooth outward with a card or thumb to push out air.
    • Press firmly around the edges — this is where lifting usually begins.

    ⏳ Aftercare for best results

    A few small habits make the sticker last much longer.

    • Give it 24 hours before washing, handling heavily, or exposing to moisture.
    • Hand‑wash bottles or mugs — laminated vinyl is tough, but dishwashers vary in heat and detergents.
    • Avoid extreme heat (car dashboards, radiators) during the first day while the adhesive cures.


    Sticker Sizes
    Sticker Sheet Size 17cm x 7cm.
    Atari 2600  (big) 4.5cm x 2.5 cm  (small)  2cm x 1cm.
    Joystick (big) 3cm x 3cm (medium)  2cm x 2cm (small) 1cm x 1cm.
    Cartridges 2.5cm x 2cm.

    All measurements are  approximate.

    The year is  1977, when living rooms across Britain and beyond were transformed into pixel-powered playgrounds. Known originally as the Video Computer System (VCS) ,the Atari 2600 wasn’t just a home console—it was a revolution. With its woodgrain finish, six tactile switches, and iconic single-button joystick, this pioneering machine brought arcade thrills into the domestic realm and laid the foundation for modern gaming
    Although the Fairchild Channel F,  introduced cartridges in 1976, the Atari 2600 popularized  the radical concept of interchangeable cartridges, allowing players to swap adventures at will. From tank skirmishes in Combat to alien-blasting in Space Invaders, each game was a portal to a new world—simple by today’s standards, but utterly magical at the time.

    Whether you're a collector, a nostalgist, or a newcomer curious about gaming’s roots, this piece is a celebration of the moment when “Have you played Atari today?” became a cultural mantra. The Atari 2600 didn’t just entertain—it inspired generations.
    This is a representation of the Atari 2600 light sixer released in1978, the model released in 1977 would have been the heavy sixer also nicknamed the woody. 
    These stickers are a fun way to show your appreciation and love for the console legend that kickstarted it all back in 1977.
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