--- product_id: 605095340 title: "CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk)" brand: "plaion" price: "£35.07" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/605095340-cx78-gamepad-atari-2600-plus-exclusive-to-amazon-co-uk store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Compatible with Atari 2600+, 2600 & 7800 Upgraded brass screw housing for durability Larger, more responsive D-pad CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) **Brand:** plaion **Price:** £35.07 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Level up your retro game with the CX78+ — where nostalgia meets next-gen precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) by plaion - **How much does it cost?** £35.07 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/605095340-cx78-gamepad-atari-2600-plus-exclusive-to-amazon-co-uk) ## Best For - plaion enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted plaion brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Upgrade:** Slightly larger D-pad and refined button springs deliver smoother, faster controls—perfect for setting new high scores. - • **Plug & Play Nostalgia:** Seamlessly compatible with Atari 2600+, 2600, and 7800 systems—no adapters, no hassle, just pure vintage fun. - • **Collector’s Must-Have:** An exclusive Amazon.co.uk release that elevates your retro setup and guarantees you’re playing with the best version of the classic CX78. - • **Built to Last, Play to Win:** Enhanced brass screw housing and premium parts ensure durability and a premium tactile feel for marathon gaming sessions. - • **Retro Gaming, Modern Precision:** Experience classic Atari gameplay with a sleek, upgraded controller that feels as responsive as today’s top pads. ## Overview The CX78+ Gamepad is a premium, modern replica of the classic Atari CX78 controller, designed exclusively for Amazon.co.uk. Compatible with Atari 2600+, 2600, and 7800 consoles, it features a larger, more responsive D-pad, upgraded brass screw housing for enhanced durability, and refined button mechanics for improved gameplay. This controller preserves the nostalgic feel while delivering a superior, reliable experience for retro gaming enthusiasts. ## Description CX78+ Gamepad Controller accessory compatible with Atari 2600+, 2600 and 7800 Video Game Systems. Review: Buy this! Even if you own an original CX78 game pad - The original CX78 game pad that came with the original European 7800 console back in the day was a much covated controller in the US. Because they got the unwieldy CX24 ProLine joystick bundled with the system instead. So for many, an imported Euro CX78 was the gold standard and a big upgrade over the CX24. I never had to endure CX24 having grown up in UK and using several original CX78 controllers. But as much as they were an upgrade over the US stick, they have there own issues. The main one being, the D-pad and buttons could very occasionally slide briefly into the controller housing before springing back into position and thus ruining gameplay. The D-pad was cheap and creaky and the buttons had too strong a spring, so not best suited to rapid shooting, it was serviceable, felt like a cheap NES pad clone. Well I'm delighted to say the new CX78+ addresses those issues. It may look the same but construction and parts are of a much higher standard. The D-pad and buttons no longer feel cheap, it feels like a modern, acurate and responsive experience. I set a new PB on Asteroids first go with this new pad. It's now at least comparable to a NES pad. Other small changes are a slightly bigger D-pad, which is welcome. A high quality brass screw housing (instead of plastic) in the centre of the D-pad if you choose to use the small screw-in thumb stick (never been bothered with that personally, but plays fine). There is an extra indentation on the back for some logos etc. that don't cause any bother. There are no extra buttons, it's just a superior version of the original and hooks up just like the original and can be used on the original console or VCS/2600/2600 Jr etc. etc. I highly recommend and for twenty quid, it's a steal! Review: Just like the original but better - I ordered two of these modern replica Atari CX 78 controllers to use with my original Atari 2600 and Atari 7800. I compared them against my existing original CX 78 (see photos) and found them to look pretty much the same with the following being improvements. The cable is slightly longer, the game pad controller thumb pad is just a little larger to make it easier to press, the thumb stick screws into a brass fitting so hopefully is easier to remove than the original which was plastic. The only difference is that the 9 pin d sub connector is no longer rectangular and is of a more like the connector found with the original atari joysticks on the Atari 2600. I found it to work exactly as the original. Couldn't be happier with the quality. Well done Atari. ## Features - Bring back those classic retro memories - Compatible with Atari 2600+, 2600 and 7800 Video Game Systems. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CTHLGVMR | | Best Sellers Rank | 5,041 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 814 in PC Accessories | | Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (73) | | Package Dimensions | 14.4 x 11.2 x 3.1 cm; 150 g | | Release date | 21 Jun. 2024 | ## Images ![CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61X+WQ3ZEjL.jpg) ![CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710jx013z9L.jpg) ![CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Z2KulTgsL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy this! Even if you own an original CX78 game pad *by S***. on 23 June 2024* The original CX78 game pad that came with the original European 7800 console back in the day was a much covated controller in the US. Because they got the unwieldy CX24 ProLine joystick bundled with the system instead. So for many, an imported Euro CX78 was the gold standard and a big upgrade over the CX24. I never had to endure CX24 having grown up in UK and using several original CX78 controllers. But as much as they were an upgrade over the US stick, they have there own issues. The main one being, the D-pad and buttons could very occasionally slide briefly into the controller housing before springing back into position and thus ruining gameplay. The D-pad was cheap and creaky and the buttons had too strong a spring, so not best suited to rapid shooting, it was serviceable, felt like a cheap NES pad clone. Well I'm delighted to say the new CX78+ addresses those issues. It may look the same but construction and parts are of a much higher standard. The D-pad and buttons no longer feel cheap, it feels like a modern, acurate and responsive experience. I set a new PB on Asteroids first go with this new pad. It's now at least comparable to a NES pad. Other small changes are a slightly bigger D-pad, which is welcome. A high quality brass screw housing (instead of plastic) in the centre of the D-pad if you choose to use the small screw-in thumb stick (never been bothered with that personally, but plays fine). There is an extra indentation on the back for some logos etc. that don't cause any bother. There are no extra buttons, it's just a superior version of the original and hooks up just like the original and can be used on the original console or VCS/2600/2600 Jr etc. etc. I highly recommend and for twenty quid, it's a steal! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just like the original but better *by C***R on 22 June 2024* I ordered two of these modern replica Atari CX 78 controllers to use with my original Atari 2600 and Atari 7800. I compared them against my existing original CX 78 (see photos) and found them to look pretty much the same with the following being improvements. The cable is slightly longer, the game pad controller thumb pad is just a little larger to make it easier to press, the thumb stick screws into a brass fitting so hopefully is easier to remove than the original which was plastic. The only difference is that the 9 pin d sub connector is no longer rectangular and is of a more like the connector found with the original atari joysticks on the Atari 2600. I found it to work exactly as the original. Couldn't be happier with the quality. Well done Atari. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Atari 2600+ gamepad *by P***N on 22 June 2024* The atari 2600+ gamepad functions well and is more comfortable and familiar to me as I am used to controllers not joysticks. games that can be difficult with a joystick (defender 2) are a lot more manageable in my experience so far, customer support kindly replaced a prior purchase because it didn't include the stick that screws onto the d- pad controller in the box which was brand new and sealed when bought,the situation was resolved within a day,a great product and an excellent customer service provided by Amazon. 5/5 stars. ## Frequently Bought Together - CX78+ Gamepad (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) - Ninja Golf (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) - Fatal Run (Atari 2600 Plus) (Exclusive to Amazon.co.uk) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/605095340-cx78-gamepad-atari-2600-plus-exclusive-to-amazon-co-uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/605095340-cx78-gamepad-atari-2600-plus-exclusive-to-amazon-co-uk) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-31*