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? It’s Pac-Man’s 45th birthday, and My Arcade is celebrating with two new officially licensed devices: the Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Mighty Player and the Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Pocket Player Max. Both units pack classics like PAC-MAN (Classic), PAC-MAN (Speed-Up), PAC-LAND, SUPER PAC-MAN, and PAC & PAL, along with rechargeable batteries and that bold anniversary graffiti-style artwork. ?? In this episode of Bit By Bit, we dig into what you actually get for the asking price, how these new devices stack up against other Pac-Man and mini-arcade releases, and whether they’re worth it for collectors or just hardcore maze-chasers. ? We’re also talking Nintendo Switch Online’s November 2025 update, which adds more NES and Game Boy greats like Ninja Gaiden II, Battletoads, Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters, and Bionic Commando to the ever-growing retro library for subscribers. ? And to round things out, we look at a stunning LEGO ZX Spectrum fan design on LEGO Ideas — a 2,130-piece tribute to Sir Clive Sinclair’s legendary 8-bit micro that helped bring gaming into homes in the 1980s. If you love retro hardware, clever tributes, and staying on top of the latest classic gaming news, you’re in the right place. Hit that ?, subscribe, and share with a fellow retro fan! Hashtags: #PacMan #MyArcade #RetroGaming #NintendoSwitchOnline #ZXSpectrum #LEGO #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #RetroNews #GamingNews - LINKS My Arcade Pac Man 45th - https://tinyurl.com/yw86b8y9 Neon Inferno - https://tinyurl.com/5dxs3edb NSO New Games - https://tinyurl.com/448vs2xm Viewpoint 2064 - https://tinyurl.com/3xtaau4b Lego ZX Spectrum - https://tinyurl.com/4u47fnz4 - 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 Keys of Fury » https://keysoffury.com King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - My Arcade Pac Man 45th 3:41 - Neon Inferno 4:59 - NSO New Games 6:20 - Viewpoint 2064 7:41 - Lego ZX Spectrum

Retro fans, it’s time to rejoice—the legendary Vectrex is back! The newly announced Vectrex Mini micro console promises to bring classic vector graphics into the modern retro scene in a sleek, collectible form factor. But that’s not all—Atari just unveiled the full roster for the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection at Gamescom 2025, showcasing some of the most iconic fighters and stages in the franchise’s history. And if that wasn’t enough retro crossover hype, Pac-Man and Sonic are teaming up for a wild new racing game, “Crossworlds,” where two of gaming’s most legendary mascots finally share the track! From classic vector nostalgia to arcade fighter revivals to crossover chaos on the raceway, this week in retro gaming news is packed with surprises you won’t want to miss. ? What do you think of the Vectrex Mini—instant buy or just another micro console? And are you hyped for Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection and the Pac-Man x Sonic crossover? Let us know in the comments! If you love retro gaming updates every week, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share for more! ? Hashtags #RetroGaming #Vectrex #MortalKombat #PacMan #SonicTheHedgehog #RetroNews #Gamescom2025 #ArcadeGaming #ClassicGaming #BitByBit - LINKS Vectrex News - https://tinyurl.com/3s8smsvz Vectrex GXG Video - https://tinyurl.com/mmhx6ktd Mortal Kombat Full Game List - https://tinyurl.com/3rjytaxr Gamescom 2025 Retro Summary - https://tinyurl.com/29cmzfvm He-Man - https://tinyurl.com/bdftj9y6 Amiga 1200 News - https://tinyurl.com/43d3pm7c Pac-Man Sonic Crossover - https://tinyurl.com/mrxfe45b - 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 0:36 - Vectrex News 1:42 - Vectrex GXG Video 2:06 - Mortal Kombat Full Game List 3:42 - Gamescom 2025 Retro Summary 5:47 - He-Man 6:07 - Amiga 1200 News 7:00 - Pac-Man Sonic Crossover

This week on Bit By Bit, we’re unpacking a big shake-up in retro coverage: Time Extension says it’s done covering ModRetro products moving forward — what prompted the decision, what it means for readers, and why it’s sparking such a loud reaction in the community. ? Plus, we’re celebrating some brighter retro vibes: a look back at why 2025 may have been Evercade’s strongest year yet, with so many releases (and hardware) keeping physical retro alive and well. ???? And finally, a major PC gaming story with retro-friendly implications: CD Projekt is selling GOG — what that could mean for DRM-free games, ownership, and preservation going forward. ?? ? Drop your take in the comments: Should outlets stop covering a company over ethics/politics, or stick strictly to the products? ? Like, ? subscribe, and share the episode with a fellow retro fan! Hashtags ? #RetroGaming #RetroNews #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #ModRetro #Chromatic #Evercade #GOG #CDProjekt #DRMFree #GamePreservation #HandheldGaming #FPGA #GamingNews - LINKS ModRetro Concerns - https://tinyurl.com/bdhxc7mh GTA: Vice City Browser Edition - https://tinyurl.com/6znk3tkv GTA: Vice City Browser Edition Banned - https://tinyurl.com/4kf7tbmf Evercade Year In Review - https://tinyurl.com/sakx3cuu GOG Being Sold - https://tinyurl.com/34df9fkj - 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 Keys of Fury » https://keysoffury.com G'AIM'E Time Crisis » http://genxgrownup.com/gaime King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - ModRetro Concerns 3:14 - GTA: Vice City Browser Edition 4:35 - GTA: Vice City Browser Edition Banned 5:54 - Evercade Year In Review 7:55 - GOG Being Sold

ReStory puts you behind the workbench in a cozy early-2000s Japanese repair shop, where you carefully take apart and restore retro tech – including officially licensed Atari hardware like the 2600 – turning broken memories into working treasures again. ?? In this episode of Bit By Bit, we dig into how ReStory turns electronics repair into something that feels almost like therapy for both the gadgets and the player, with satisfying teardown, cleaning, and reassembly moments that will hit every retro fan right in the feels. We’ll also talk about an insane DIY Commodore 64 laptop build that stuffs modern hardware into a period-correct C64 “portable” shell, complete with that classic beige look, mechanical keyboard, and compatibility with vintage accessories. ?? And if that’s not enough nostalgia, there’s even a brand-new FPS released for the ZX Spectrum, proving that some “retired” systems just refuse to die and are still getting fresh games decades later. ??? From Atari tear-downs to C64 laptops and surprise Spectrum shooters, it’s a great week to be a retro gamer. #?? Hashtags #ReStory #Atari #RetroGaming #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #Commodore64 #ZXSpectrum #IndieGames #RetroComputing #GamingNews - LINKS ReStory - https://tinyurl.com/4j5sftzk Analogue Fights Back - https://tinyurl.com/2ph6y58k C64 Laptop - https://tinyurl.com/b387ne9m ABXYLute E1 - https://tinyurl.com/4nnxnxpp New ZXSpectrum FPS - https://tinyurl.com/59xtbkwj - 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 Keys of Fury » https://keysoffury.com G'AIM'E Time Crisis » http://genxgrownup.com/gaime King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - ReStory 3:09 - Analogue Fights Back 5:36 - C64 Laptop 7:23 - ABXYLute E1 8:13 - New ZXSpectrum FPS

Valve is taking another swing at the living room, unveiling a brand-new tiny Steam Machine PC, an upgraded Steam Controller, and the Steam Frame VR headset aimed at bringing your entire Steam library to the couch. We break down what this new hardware trio can (and can’t) do, how it stacks up against traditional consoles, and what it might mean for the future of PC gaming in the living room. We’re also talking Atari 7800 love, as multi-award-winning homebrew puzzle game Bernie and the Tower of Doom finally lands as a full physical cartridge release—complete with classic-style packaging and goodies for collectors. If you’re into new games for old hardware, this one’s a big deal. And after endless delays, Analogue’s modern N64-style Analogue 3D is finally shipping, promising a premium FPGA way to play your classic 64-bit favorites on modern TVs. We’ll cover why the wait was so long, what makes it special, and whether it deserves a spot in your retro setup. If you dig retro-flavored PC and console news like this, hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode of Bit By Bit, drop a comment with what you’re most excited about, and share this with a fellow retro gamer! Hashtags: #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #Valve #SteamMachine #SteamController #SteamFrame #Atari7800 #Analogue3D #RetroGaming #PCGaming #VRGaming - LINKS New Steam Hardware - https://tinyurl.com/2xhz9px8 New Atari 7800 Cart - https://tinyurl.com/5fre7usr Intellivision Light Gun Games - https://tinyurl.com/mwkth8mh Doom In Space - https://tinyurl.com/2z82t8cc Analogue 3D Shipping - https://tinyurl.com/2s4c7h5x - 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 Keys of Fury » https://keysoffury.com King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:00 - New Steam Hardware 3:55 - New Atari 7800 Cart 5:23 - Intellivision Light Gun Games 7:44 - Doom In Space 8:26 - Analogue 3D Shipping

Google's Gemini AI just tapped out before facing off against an ancient Atari 2600 chess game—seriously?! In this episode, we break down why Google's AI admitted it would "struggle immensely" against a 1.19 MHz machine. Plus, big moves are happening in the retro gaming world: Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios are joining forces for more awesome preservation projects—what dream collabs could be next? And the MagicX Zero 40 handheld surprise-dropped early, with retro fans already impressed by its early performance and emulation chops. From classic pixels to modern preservation, we’ve got the retro news that matters. Tap play and stay ahead of the 8-bit curve! ? Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly retro gaming updates! ? Hashtags: #RetroGaming #Atari #GoogleGemini #AIvsRetro #DigitalEclipse #NightdiveStudios #MagicXZero40 #Emulation #GamingNews #BitByBit - LINKS Digital Eclipse & Nightdive Studios - https://tinyurl.com/y8ppzd3x 3D N64 - https://tinyurl.com/5ec2afsn Atari vs AI Round 3 - https://tinyurl.com/fumezxjb BBC Misstep - https://tinyurl.com/3ju8fc6v MagicX Zero 40 - https://tinyurl.com/5n8xeyma - 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 - Digital Eclipse & Nightdive Studios 1:09 - 3D N64 3:02 - Atari vs AI Round 3 4:48 - BBC Misstep 6:16 - MagicX Zero 40