Today marks not only the25th anniversary of PlayStationbut the 40th anniversary of Intellivision as well. As such, Intellivision Entertainment decided to celebrate this occasion by dropping a ton of new information regarding their upcoming Intellivision Amico system. We not only got a look a the slightly updated controller design, but learned about a pack-in launch title and received a list of 25 developers working on games for the system as well.
When it comes to the controller, the buttons on the side have been moved. Intellivision Entertainment apparently did this so the controller could adapt to however one is holding it more easily. CEO Tommy Tallarico really delves into the controller in a new Meet Amico video that you can watch below:
The Amico’s game library has been shrouded in mystery since the system was announced, but that’s finally starting to change today. An AR app with a demo forMoon Patrol: The Milky Way Chroniclesis releasing, andIntellivision Skiinghas been officially unveiled. This is another remake of a classic Intellivision game, and will actually be one of five pack-in titles at launch for the Intellivision Amico. The game will have 10 courses and will support up to 8 players along with a 4-player Ski Cross mode. you may check out an image below comparing the game’s new look to its original release:
Intellivision also confirmed today that 75 games are in active development for the Intellivision Amico, with 45 of those being launch titles. A list of 25 developers working on games for the system was unveiled, and highlights include Other Ocean,Digital Eclipse, andChoice Provisions. Here is the full list of developers confirmed to be making games for the Amico:
you may see the new images of the console and controller below. The Intellivision Amico will release on June 24, 2025 and is supposed to have a significant presence at E3 2020.
