The Atari Asteroids Watch is Here: A Limited Edition Retro Treasure by Nubeo

The Atari Watch That Will Make You Lose Track of Time (and Money)

Atari, that classic video game legend that never stops surprising us, is back with a must-have item for retro lovers: a limited edition watch inspired by Asteroids, the 1979 arcade classic. And no, it's not a smartwatch, but rather a mechanical timepiece that blends 80s nostalgia with fine watchmaking. The result? An accessory that will make you check the time in the most confusing (but stylish) way possible.

A Gem of Space-Time

This watch, created in collaboration with the luxury brand Nubeo, arrives to commemorate the 45th anniversary of Asteroids with a design that pays homage to the legendary game. Instead of traditional hands, UFOs mark the hours and minutes, while the iconic triangular ship from the game serves as the second hand. All of this spins around a layered disk system, making checking the time almost as challenging as dodging asteroids at full speed.

The watch is available in five cosmic colors: Supernova Red, Plasma Pumpkin, Nova Nightfall, Nebula Blue, and Celestial Citrine, with each version limited to 125 units. In total, there are only 625 pieces in the world, making it a true treasure for collectors.

Primer plano del Smartwatch Atari con correa roja brillante ('Super Nova Red'), mostrando un diseño de esfera con el patrón de juego del clásico Asteroids

Primer plano del Smartwatch Atari con correa naranja brillante ('Plasma Pumpkin'), mostrando un diseño de esfera con el patrón de juego del clásico Asteroids

Primer plano del Smartwatch Atari con correa gris o negra, mostrando la esfera del reloj con un diseño de juego que imita el clásico Asteroids

Primer plano del Smartwatch Atari con correa azul brillante ('Nebula Blue'), mostrando un diseño de esfera con el patrón de juego del clásico Asteroids

Primer plano del Smartwatch Atari con correa amarilla, mostrando la esfera del reloj con un diseño de juego que imita el clásico videojuego Asteroids

Primer plano de un Smartwatch Atari con correa naranja, mostrando una esfera de reloj con diseño de juego retro en la muñeca

Smartwatch Atari con correa azul en estuche, mostrando una esfera de reloj con diseño de constelaciones o juego retro espacial

Primer plano de un Smartwatch Atari con correa amarilla brillante, mostrando una esfera de reloj con diseño de constelaciones y temática celestial

Harder than a high score in Asteroids 🚀

But it’s not all about retro aesthetics. This watch is also a technical marvel:

Japanese automatic movement with three rotating discs.
Hour markers printed with Swiss Super-LumiNova pigments to glow in the dark.
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and stainless steel case.
Water resistance of 21 ATM, in case you feel like diving up to 200 meters with it (though we know you'll mostly use it to show off at retro conventions).
24mm silicone strap and a weight of 173 grams, just enough to make you feel like you're wearing a piece of history on your wrist.

As if that wasn't enough, the watch comes in a box inspired by the Atari VCS from 1977, a detail that takes its nostalgia factor to infinity.

A price that defies gravity

Here's the tough part: the price. Originally listed at $1,650 (approx. 1613.42€), it's currently available for "only" $499 USD (approx. 487.94€) through the Atari website and Nubeo. A considerable discount, yes, but still a hefty investment for a watch that, let's be honest, you'll probably check less than your phone screen.

Still, if you're a fan of classic video games, luxury watchmaking, or just want an excuse to talk about Asteroids every time someone asks you the time, this timepiece is for you. Just hurry up, because many units are already sold out, and in space, no one can hear you complain about not buying it in time.

And if they sell out and you didn't get a chance to break open your piggy bank, don't worry! You can always count on the games from Surre Games to forget the frustration, and along the way, keep some money in your pocket.