Tag Archives: Magnavox

Magnavox Odyssey Commercials and Television Appearances from 1972-1973

Posted on February 25, 2011 by The Retroist

A great compilation video for the Magnavox Odyssey.

Magnavox Odyssey 2 Ad from 1980

Posted on April 15, 2009 by The Retroist

This ad is a great example of early 1980s geeky father/daughter bonding. I hope it is father/daughter. Otherwise that guy’s smile went from gleeful to creepy. Thanks to HFK for pointing out this that the Odyssey 2 is not an … Continue reading →

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