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About This Episode We’re pouncing into the world of blazing swords, ancient prophecies, and feline warriors. Whether you grew up watching Lion-O lead the charge on Third Earth or you’re just curious about why this ‘80s classic still roars with fans today, we’ve got you covered. From Mumm-Ra’s spooky transformations to that unforgettable theme song. […]

In 1986, Tecmo published the side-scrolling platformer, Rygar, to the arcades. I always enjoyed it, but found it to be pretty punishing and ended up costing me more tokens than I would've liked. So in 1990, when Atari released a translation of Rygar for the Lynx, I was immediately onboard. As a bonus, this version of Rygar turned out to have a gentler ramp-up in difficulty, meaning I could play longer and see more of the levels. And Rygar is still one of my Lynx favorites! #atari #retrogaming #lynx #genxgrownup - 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

Take your beloved 8-bit and 16-bit cartridges to the cloud! In today’s episode we break down RetroArch’s new Netplay overhaul—peer-to-peer connections, a public lobby browser, and even spectator mode mean you can finally square off in Mario Kart, Streets of Rage, or Street Fighter II with friends around the globe as if you were sharing the same couch. retroarch.com But what does this tech leap say about the bigger picture? A fresh GameSpace report argues the industry is on the verge of ditching dedicated hardware altogether as cloud and cross-platform services outpace traditional consoles in convenience and reach. We weigh the pros, the lag concerns, and why exclusives still keep that dusty SNES (or a shiny PS6) relevant—for now. gamespace.com Finally, CBR has ranked the 10 greatest video-game cameos in movie history—from Mel Brooks’ Silent Movie literally “playing” with a character’s life, to Airplane! sinking a hoops shot, and The Princess Bride going full HardBall. We’ll run through the list and add a few retro favorites of our own. cbr.com Hit play, share your Netplay triumphs in the comments, and don’t forget to subscribe for your weekly blast of Bit By Bit nostalgia! Hashtags #RetroGaming #RetroArch #Netplay #OnlineMultiplayer #CloudGaming #VideoGameMovies #ConsoleVsCloud #BitByBit #RetroNews - LINKS RetroArch's Netplay - https://tinyurl.com/ycma2aaz Console To Online Gaming - https://tinyurl.com/7n6j2zkz FPGA History - https://tinyurl.com/42jfpna3 10 Best Video Games Movie Appearances - https://tinyurl.com/ykxfm8xv - 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 - RetroArch's Netplay 1:42 - Console To Online Gaming 3:33 - FPGA History 5:41 - 10 Best Video Games Movie Appearances

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

In 1983, Atari decided what was good for the goose was good for the gander. Just as Mattel had formed M Network to publish software for the Atari VCS, Atari realized it could leverage its properties and publish to other platforms, too. Thus was born Atarisoft. One high-profile title ported to their main competitor's platform was Pac-Man for the Mattel Intellivision - and as you'll see, it just might have backfired. #atari #retrogaming #intellivision #genxgrownup - 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

Atari is dropping prices like crazy—Steam’s latest sale has Atari classics and remasters up to 85% off! From Haunted House to Yars Rising and more, it’s a retro gamer’s dream on a budget. But that’s not all—Atari’s also making moves outside of Steam. Missile Command: Recharged has just joined the Netflix Games library, putting another arcade legend right in your pocket if you’re a subscriber. And in other retro news, the Amiga is getting a wild modern reimagining with the Apollo A6000, blending classic Commodore spirit with cutting-edge power. From Steam deals to Netflix freebies to next-gen Amiga hardware, the retro revival is alive and kicking—let’s dive into all of it! ? Hashtags #Atari #RetroGaming #SteamSale #NetflixGames #Amiga #GamingNews #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp - LINKS Atari Steam Sale - https://tinyurl.com/4sn6jvdp Atari Sale Steam Direct Link - https://tinyurl.com/22pt45wc Missile Command on Netflix - https://tinyurl.com/2sxxj5jf Save State Guilt - https://tinyurl.com/mrxj2hsw N64 FPGA News - https://tinyurl.com/43etf6u8 Amiga 6000 - https://tinyurl.com/2khzdnzb - 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 Steam Sale 2:26 - Missile Command on Netflix 3:55 - Save State Guilt 5:35 - N64 FPGA News 7:16 - Amiga 6000