Updating the Intellivision Sprint Firmware

Updating your Intellivision Sprint console is a quick and easy process. Before you begin, you will need:

  • A computer (PC, Mac or Linux) with an internet connection and a USB port. 
  • A blank USB thumb drive.

Step 1: Prepare the USB Thumb Drive

  • Download the file updater .zip file.
  • Copy the file to a blank USB thumb drive.
    Please note: Do not unzip the file! The update will fail if the file is unzipped.

Step 2: Update the Intellivision Sprint

  • Make sure the Intellivision Sprint is plugged into a power source and connected to a TV or monitor.
  • With the Intellivision Sprint turned OFF, insert the USB stick into the “USB” port on the back of the console.
  • Power ON your TV and Intellivision Sprint.
    • The screen will display an “Update System” message. 
    • After approximately 10 seconds a message will appear saying “Update Successful.”
    • The console will automatically restart.
  • Once the console has restarted you can remove the USB thumb drive. The update is complete.

Day One Firmware Update Notes:
The Day One update includes the following changes:

  • Added high score saving for games that support it.
  • Added QR Codes for every game that link to online user manuals.
  • Description and screenshots for the selected game will remain on screen while scrolling the game carousel.