SEGA’s legendary ninja is back! A new Shinobi demo is making waves in the retro scene with pixel-perfect visuals and fast-paced gameplay that honor the franchise’s roots. If you're a fan of classic arcade action, you’ll want to see what this reboot delivers. But that’s not all — retro culture is thriving across the board! ? Synthwave band Gunship just dropped “Tech Noir 2,” a wild claymation music video packed with references to 80s and 90s gaming nostalgia. ?? Plus, Atari is teaming up with AirConsole to bring classic multiplayer fun to smart TVs with zero downloads — just connect your phone and play! Whether you're slashing through enemies or vibing to synthwave beats, this week is stacked with retro greatness. Don’t miss it! ? Like, ? Subscribe & ?? Drop your favorite Shinobi memory in the comments! ? Hashtags #Shinobi #SEGA #RetroGaming #Synthwave #Gunship #Claymation #Atari #AirConsole #ClassicGames #BitByBit - LINKS Shinobi: Art of Vengeance - https://tinyurl.com/2n4jftwj Tech Noir 2 - https://tinyurl.com/hcd5usmm Atari and AirConsole - https://tinyurl.com/bp8y624v DOS Gaming - https://tinyurl.com/2vnkewyy Open World List - https://tinyurl.com/2s3j5bt3 - 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 - SPONSORS King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance 1:16 - Tech Noir 2 2:54 - Atari and AirConsole 4:15 - DOS Gaming 7:10 - Open World List

Mortal Kombat is back in a big way with the Legacy Kollection, but is this retro revival everything fans hoped for—or just another cash-in? We go hands-on with the EVO 2025 demo and break down the full game list, missing features, and what fans are still demanding. Plus, we dive into BioShock's behind-the-scenes shakeup at 2K as the long-awaited remake and BioShock 4 hit major turbulence. And if that’s not enough, Atari’s surprising $51 million bid to acquire Thunderful Group could mean huge changes ahead for the retro gaming world. ?? Retro fans, you won't want to miss this one! ? SUBSCRIBE for weekly retro gaming news, reviews & throwbacks — all in one place! ? Hashtags #MortalKombat #LegacyKollection #RetroGaming #BioShock #Atari #EVO2025 #BitByBit #GamingNews #MKTrilogy #ThunderfulGroup - LINKS Mortal Kombat Legacy News 1 - "https://tinyurl.com/5n7yxxsb Mortal Kombat Legacy News 2 - https://tinyurl.com/mnr4j5xj Mortal Kombat Legacy News 3 - https://tinyurl.com/2hr4hwpf" Bad Bio Shock News - https://tinyurl.com/yc87kzzf SF II Dev Rankings - https://tinyurl.com/4ah42wpv Atari Thunderful - https://tinyurl.com/4tjbscvn - 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 - SPONSORS King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - Mortal Kombat Legacy News 3:49 - Bad Bio Shock News 5:25 - SF II Dev Rankings 6:43 - Atari Thunderful

LEGO has done it again—this time with a fully buildable Game Boy set that brings your childhood memories to life, brick by brick! But that's not the only retro news making waves. We also take a hands-on look at the Polymega GC01, a next-gen light gun that finally landed after four years in the making—was it worth the wait? Plus, we review Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, a new roguelike that draws deep inspiration from Lovecraftian horror and retro game design. It’s all here in this week’s roundup! ? Like, ? comment, and ? subscribe for your weekly dose of retro gaming goodness. ? Hashtags: #LEGOGameBoy #RetroGamingNews #Polymega #CyclopeanTheGreatAbyss #LightGunGaming #GameBoy #LEGO #IndieGame #Lovecraftian #Roguelike #ClassicGaming #BitByBit - LINKS Nostalgia Business Model - https://tinyurl.com/yverjw7r Lego GameBoy - https://tinyurl.com/5nhpfn2p Polymega GC01 - https://tinyurl.com/3maw8pvc Cyclopean - https://tinyurl.com/3jmpn5j8 - 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 - SPONSORS King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - Nostalgia Business Model 2:00 - Lego GameBoy 4:38 - Polymega GC01 6:39 - Cyclopean

One of the rarest consoles ever created is now up for sale — and it’s sending retro collectors into a frenzy! In this episode, we dive into the story behind this ultra-rare machine and how you might be able to snag it. Also in the headlines: the retro-inspired boomer shooter Hellscreen has pulled the plug on all upcoming episodes due to poor performance, and the beloved WinUAE Amiga emulator just got a massive update, making it the perfect time to rediscover the classic Amiga era. Whether you're a seasoned collector, an FPS fanatic, or a die-hard Amiga fan, this episode has something for every retro gaming enthusiast. ? Like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly dose of nostalgia + gaming news. ?? #RetroGaming #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp - LINKS Hellscreen - https://tinyurl.com/485yfb6r Panasonic M2 - https://tinyurl.com/bp7zwx9e WinUAE Update - https://tinyurl.com/5n93p7jk 10 Forgotten Genre Creating Games - https://tinyurl.com/5n7zdhjn - 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 - SPONSORS King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - Hellscreen 1:51 - Panasonic M2 4:00 - WinUAE Update 5:00 - 10 Forgotten Genre Creating Games

Atari and Bandai Namco just revealed the Atari x Pac-Man Collection, a retro gamer’s dream mash-up ahead of San Diego Comic-Con! We break down what’s in the collection, what it means for classic arcade fans, and why this crossover is bigger than nostalgia. Plus: ? The 8BitDo Pro 3 might just be the ultimate retro controller—fully compatible with the rumored Nintendo Switch 2! ?? And we dive into the controversial lawsuit against YouTuber “Once Were Nerds”—could this change how creators use copyrighted game footage? It’s retro gaming news you can’t afford to miss. Hit that like, subscribe, and ring the bell to stay caught up on all things classic gaming! ? Hashtags: #Atari #PacMan #RetroGaming #SDCC2025 #8BitDo #Switch2 #GamingNews #YouTubeLawsuit #ClassicGames #BitByBit - LINKS Atari 2600+ Pac Man - https://tinyurl.com/pw4udhrc SKG Movement - https://tinyurl.com/bp7da3sb 8BitDo Pro 3 - https://tinyurl.com/4d8rss39 Oh Shit - https://tinyurl.com/4emjzbfh - 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 - SPONSORS King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - Atari 2600+ Pac Man 2:44 - SKG Movement 4:37 - 8BitDo Pro 3 6:24 - Oh Shit

Celebrating a History of Collaboration and Coinciding with PAC-MAN’s 45th Anniversary, the Collection Features New Hardware, Classic and New Games and Limited-Edition San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive Cartridges  NEW YORK, NY / IRVINE, CA – July 21, 2025 – Atari, an interactive entertainment company, is teaming up with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. to launch the […]