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Commodore revives classic TAC-2 joystick for 2026 with modern upgrades

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Commodore International has revived its classic TAC-2 joystick, first released over 40 years ago, for a 2026 relaunch. The new TAC-2 will be available for $49.99 and features enhanced durability with a fabricated steel shaft and ball assembly, improved LED lighting options in some colorways, and five distinct color choices. This retro-controller maintains its original 9-pin connector for compatibility with classic Commodore 64 and Amiga systems, while also being adaptable for modern PCs. AI

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Commodore revives classic TAC-2 joystick for 2026 with modern upgrades

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Tyson ·

    Commodore re-releases TAC-2 joystick after 40 years for just $49 — says retro-controller is tougher than ever and now comes in five colorways

    After 40 years, Commodore has brought back the 'Totally Accurate Controller' joystick, better known among C64 and Amiga aficionados as the TAC-2.

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