PINS, PENS & PENLIGHTS!

Odyssey² 1982 World's Fair Pin

Believe it or not, Odyssey² was the official video game of the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee, and these pins prove it. The thin metal pins are white with red lettering. They show the 1982 World's Fair stylized flame logo surrounded by the words "Odyssey²" and "Official Game, 1982 World's Fair." Since the pins were worn by folding the top metal peg back over a piece of clothing, if you find one, don't be surprised if it's bent. Unbent, the pins measure approximately 2¼" × 1¼".

G7000 Videogames Club Pin

A circular metal pin denoting membership in the Philips G7000 Videogames Club. It's white, and features a white Odyssey²/Videopac "man" against a red background. As you might guess from its use of the term "G7000," this pin hails from Europe.

Brazilian National Odyssey Tournament Pin

A round lapel pin given out at the Odyssey National Tournament in Brazil. It says, "Odyssey Torneio Nacional" and "playcenter." (Image courtesty Marcelo Ribeiro)

Killer Bees Pen

This writing implement was distributed to promote the release of Killer Bees. It reads, "ODYSSEY, The KILLER BEES have arrived!" and has a die-cut plastic bee on its end. (Image courtesy Classic Consoles Center)

Odyssey Pen

Another promotional item, this red capped pen says "Odyssey Video Games" on a black band on its shaft. (Image courtesy Classic Consoles Center)

Commander-ROM Flashlight

A promotional item available through Commander-ROM, the Philips club magazine published in Germany. The complete set consists of a penlight and case. The magazine says, "Club flashlight. Looks like a ball-point pen, fits into each jacket pocket. Enormous luminosity. Complete with two batteries and COMMANDER-ROM engraving." Originally sold for 9.50 German Marks.