Vintage 1978 Milton Bradley Simon Electronic Memory Game (Complete with Box - Tested & Working)

First unveiled at Studio 54 in 1978 and designed by Ralph H. Baer and Howard J. Morrison, Simon became an instant cultural phenomenon and the defining electronic pop-culture game of the late 1970s and 1980s. Built around a simple yet addictive premise, the disk-shaped computer game tests players' memory and recall speed by repeating randomly generated sequences of glowing red, blue, yellow, and green lens panels accompanied by signature musical tones. As a monumental pioneer in hand-held electronic toys, the original 1978 Milton Bradley Model 4880 remains an iconic piece of retro tech history and a must-have display centerpiece for vintage arcade, toy, and gaming collectors.

This listing includes the original 1978 Milton Bradley Simon electronic console complete with its original retail box. The console itself is in fantastic physical and functional condition—fully bench-tested and 100% operational across all game modes, light lenses, audio tones, and skill levels. The original battery compartment is clean and free of terminal corrosion. The included original outer retail box is well-worn, showing heavy vintage shelf wear, edge creasing, and corner distress, but it retains its iconic 70s disco-era box art and holds its shape for display. (Paper instruction manual is not included).

Product Highlights:

• Authentic 1978 First-Edition Hardware: Genuine Milton Bradley Model 4880 console—the revolutionary electronic memory game created by Ralph Baer.

• Fully Tested & Operational: All 4 color light lenses illuminate brightly, internal speaker emits loud/clear musical tones, and all game mode switches function properly.

• Original Retail Box Included: Comes packaged in its original vintage 1978 Milton Bradley picture box featuring retro graphics and period trade dress.

• Clean Battery Housing: Battery terminal contacts are clean with no battery acid corrosion, rust, or broken wire leads.

Component & Condition Statement:

• Paint & Details: The console's top plastic housing, colored translucent lenses, and silver/black center control decal are exceptionally well-preserved with bright colors and minimal surface wear.

• Joints & Articulation: Slide switches (Game Select, Skill Level, Power) and press lenses respond smoothly with tactile bounce and crisp electrical engagement.

• Plastic Integrity: Console housing is rock-solid with no cracks, heavy scratches, melted spots, or chipped edges. Battery door is present and latches securely. The cardboard box exhibits heavy wear, including edge tears, corner crushing, creasing, and surface rub, but remains structurally intact as a original display shroud.

• Missing Components: Includes 1978 Simon console and original outer box. Missing the printed paper instruction booklet. (Requires 9V and D batteries; batteries not included).

• Storage Environment: Stored in a climate-controlled, smoke-free environment to preserve plastic integrity and internal electronic circuit boards.

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