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How Do VALUE, WORTH, & COST Factor Into Retro Gaming’s PERCEIVED EXPENSE?

As I read comments, I often see the recurring suggestion that gaming – particularly nostalgic retrogaming that we care most about – has become far too expensive. I’ve been giving this a lot of thought, and I’m not really sure I agree with that sentiment – but probably not for the reasons you might think. […]

Jon

January 25, 2025

How TIME CRISIS Reinvented Light Gun Shooters | 2026 Championship Going On NOW!

Shop G'AIM'E: https://genxgrownup.com/gaime Released by Namco in Japan November of 1995, and then a wider release in March of 1996, Time Crisis hit arcades at a time when light gun games were already popular -- thanks to titles like Virtua Cop and Lethal Enforcers. But Time Crisis didn't just follow the formula -- it reinvented it. Take a closer look at 30 years of Time Crisis and learn how you can participate in the 2026 Time Crisis Championship, or even win a Premium Time Crisis bundle from GenXGrownUp! - LINKS GWC2026 » https://www.mygaime.com/gwc2026 - SHOP https://genxgrownup.com/gaime 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

Jon

March 21, 2026

How To Build an Arcade Marquee Light Box

Would you like to own your very own Arcade Marquee Light Box? Well look no further, Mo from GenXGrownup has the “How To”, DIY video you’ve been looking for! #genxgrownup #arcade Parts ListQuadro Frames 8×24 inch Picture Frame » amzn.to/2OPPEmdLE LED Strip Light White, 16.4ft Dimmable Vanity Lights » amzn.to/2ZV5d2dRust-Oleum High Gloss White » amzn.to/39umCSDRust-Oleum […]

Jon

July 24, 2020

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How to Hack Joust into Defender | Arcade Classics Mini Conversion

Ever want to learn How to Hack Joust into Defender? Well, now you can, thanks to GenXGrownUp, Arcade Classics, and a drill?!? Join Jon on his latest Mini Arcade adventure! Get your own Joust » amzn.to/2sQprZy Get a Quadhands » amzn.to/2FPu6DI #genxgrownup Subscribe » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Merchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merch Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter […]

Jon

January 25, 2019

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Howard Scott Warshaw EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – Yars’ 2, Once Upon Atari, Atari 50, Therapy, & MORE!

GenXGrownUp sat down with legendary Atari developer, Howard Scott Warshaw, to discuss his book, Once Upon Atari, his history at Atari, details on the forthcoming Yars’ Revenge Sequel, and how he made the migration from engineer to therapist. Hear the full, unedited interview » genxgrownup.com/hsw ONCE UPON ATARI is an intimate view into the dramatic […]

Jon

November 12, 2022

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Hudly Car Head-Up Display – Review

When I first heard about the Hudly Head-Up Display, I had visions of seeing my maps and driving information right there on my windshield. You know, feeling like I’m in Top Gun or something. The reality doesn’t match that vision, though. Concept wise, I think it’s a great idea. Driver distractions are a huge issue these […]

January 21, 2019

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