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Atari 2600 Pocket Player: Why Does This Exist?

My Arcade (Dreamgear) and Atari are collaborating on three new pieces of hardware featuring Atari titles, including a handheld Pocket Player full of Atari 2600 games. The internet seems divided on this unit and in this piece, we try to break down just exactly why this product exists and who is the intended consumer. My […]

Jon

January 18, 2023

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Ms. Pac-Man / Galaga Class of 1981 Reunion Arcade Cabinet is PACKED with SECRETS!

The “Ms. Pac-Man/Galaga Class of 1981 Reunion” arcade machine was released in 2000 by Namco. It features both classic games, Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga, in one cabinet. Ms. Pac-Man is a sequel to the original Pac-Man game, released in 1981. It features similar gameplay but with new mazes, enhanced graphics, and more challenging gameplay. Galaga […]

Jon

April 26, 2023

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Best & Worst of the SOLD OUT Atari XP Collectors’ Series! – Atari VCS / 2600

For the 50th Anniversary of Atari, the company announced a limited edition series of ten re-issues of classic Atari VCS cartridges, each with new packaging, new artwork, and assorted bonus items packed in. After opening & reviewing all ten of these carts, GenXGrownUp is happy to announce the Atari XP Awards – the best and […]

Jon

August 17, 2023

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Atari 2600+ FULL BUNDLE Unboxing!

The Atari 2600+ has started shipping, and after being told it was unlikely we’d be able to receive a reviewers’ bundle, the kind people at PLAION contacted us and reversed that decision. We are so excited to have the opportunity to look not only at the 2600 Plus, but this remarkably well-designed promotional package with […]

Jon

November 20, 2023

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Q*bert 1983 Tabletop Restoration | Vintage Parker Brothers Arcade Machine

Tabletop arcade toys were all the rage in the early ’80s. Coleco was well known for its tabletop machines (Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, Frogger, etc.), but slightly lesser known were those by Parker Brothers. In 1983 they released this version of Q*bert by Gottlieb. Jon found this one on a road trip into South Georgia, and […]

Jon

March 12, 2024

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Pinball FX Universal Pinball: TV Classics | Live with GenXGrownUp

Join us for an exciting Pinball FX Universal Pinball: TV Classics live stream! Explore the latest pinball tables inspired by your favorite TV shows. Discover tips, tricks, and gameplay strategies for mastering these nostalgic pinball games. Don’t miss this opportunity to relive classic TV moments with a pinball twist and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Subscribe […]

George

May 18, 2024

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