Atari's E.T. Game Cartridges Unearthed in New Mexico Landfill After Decades
Atari's E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, widely regarded as one of the worst-selling video games ever made, became the center of an enduring mystery when unsold copies were allegedly buried in a New Mexico landfill. For years, the story was dismissed as urban legend. A 2014 archaeological excavation at the site confirmed the rumor, uncovering thousands of the discarded cartridges. The find drew significant attention from gaming historians and enthusiasts worldwide. Ironically, the recovered cartridges have since gained considerable value among collectors.
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