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In the early '80s a company called Suncom manufactured this unassuming little 9-pin joystick for the Atari 2600. It doesn't look like much, but with its solid steel shaft, ball-top, and low profile, the Slik Stik is one of the most accurate and durable third-party controllers available for the 2600 (and compatibles). Jon found this one at the Southern Fried Gaming Expo 2025 and picked it up on pedigree alone. Let's clean it up and give it a test to see why so many players swear by this little controller. #atari #retrogaming #joystick #genxgrownup - LINKS (relevant links mentioned in video) - SHOP http://genxgrownup.com/amazon http://GenXGrownUp.com/merch - PODCAST http://GenXGrownUp.com/pod - SUPPORT US https://patreon.com/genxgrownup - WEB & SOCIAL http://GenXGrownUp.com/discord https://twitch.tv/genxgrownup http://fb.me/GenXGrownUp https://bsky.app/profile/genxgrownup.com https://www.tiktok.com/@genxgrownup https://www.instagram.com/genxgrownup/ http://GenXGrownUp.com - CHAPTERS 00:00 SFGE Flea 01:29 Starting Place 02:47 Dismantling 04:14 Cleaning 05:09 Assembly 05:46 Cleaning II 07:40 Clean & Ready 08:28 Play Test 10:14 Summary

The ColecoVision Flashback is a retro gaming console released by AtGames in 2016. It is a compact and portable unit designed to look and play like the original ColecoVision console from the early 1980s. The controller design is based on the classic ColecoVision joystick, which was known for its sturdy construction and precise control. The […]

In this installment of Movies You Probably Missed we talk about an 80’s romantic comedy that’s quirky, funny, takes place in Australia, and best of all, has Coca-Cola in it! (without their permission or support I should mention) This one that stars Eric Roberts definitely slipped under the collective 80’s movies radar! Get The Coca-Cola […]

The GXG crew is amped to learn of a classic arcade mecca just a short drive south in Daytona Beach, Florida. Naturally, this triggered another GXG Road Trip, where Mo & Jon head down to the Daytona Arcade Museum and see what this facility is all about. Daytona Arcade Museum » www.daytonaarcademuseum.com Subscribe » GenXGrownUp.com/yt […]

In this video, we explore the rich history of Atari, a company that revolutionized the gaming industry and became a household name worldwide, through the evolution of its logo & branding. From its humble beginnings in the early 1970s, Atari established itself as a pioneering force, introducing unforgettable gaming experiences that captivated millions. Witness the […]

When Rubik’s Cubes hit the world in 1980, other companies were quick to jump on the bandwagon and start producing clones. The Wonderful Puzzler from Taiwan is the first and best-known imitation Rubik’s cube ever produced. It began manufacture the same year Rubik’s hit the market, and while they are unwieldy, unfriendly puzzle cubes, the […]