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Is Arcade1Up actually changing hands… or is this just another rumor gone wild? ? This week on Bit By Bit, we dig into the “shutdown” chatter swirling around Arcade1Up, then break down what Basic Fun’s acquisition of select Arcade1Up assets could mean for future cabinets, current owners, support, and the home arcade scene. ??? Plus: if you’ve got one of those slick little retro handhelds, we’ll talk smart (and safe) ways to actually get games running on it — and we’ll hit the surprise return of a classic D&D PC RPG, The Temple of Elemental Evil, popping up on Steam for retro CRPG fans. ??? ? Like, ? subscribe, and drop a comment: Are you worried… or hopeful? Hashtags #Arcade1Up #BasicFun #HomeArcade #RetroGaming #ArcadeCabinet #GamingNews #RetroGames #RetroHandheld #HandheldGaming #Steam #CRPG #DnD #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp - LINKS Arcade1Up Shutting Down - https://tinyurl.com/2c8nd7y9 Arcade1Up Acquired - https://tinyurl.com/4j8527fw Retro Gaming Handeld How To - https://tinyurl.com/35aefcjk 3DS Dock - https://tinyurl.com/mu44nhbr D&D PC Game - https://tinyurl.com/2upztmmr - 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 - Arcade1Up Shutting Down 2:27 - Arcade1Up Acquired 5:27 - Retro Gaming Handeld How To 6:55 - 3DS Dock 8:11 - D&D PC Game

8BitDo’s NES40 drop is here—and that $499 Retro 68 Keyboard is the lightning rod. We break down what you actually get (aluminum build, Ice Cream Pro Max switches, 300-hour battery), plus the rest of the NES40 set: the limited-run Ultimate 2 N40 controller and the $49.99 Retro Cube 2 speaker. Launch windows, pricing, and the 1,985-unit cap inside. Also in the show: the Friday the 13th devs are back with Halloween: The Game—asymmetrical slasher mayhem with Michael Myers stalking Haddonfield, targeting a 2026 release. What’s new vs F13, and will rights issues stay clear this time? And we check in with Ron Gilbert (Monkey Island): he “never stops thinking about adventure games,” but won’t make another point-and-click just for nostalgia as his roguelike Death By Scrolling nears release—what that means for classic adventure fans. Hashtags #8BitDo #NES40 #RetroGaming #MechanicalKeyboard #GamingNews #HalloweenTheGame #MichaelMyers #RonGilbert #MonkeyIsland #DeathByScrolling #GenXGrownUp #BitByBit - LINKS 8BitDo NES 40th Collection - https://tinyurl.com/yc59nuc7 Halloween - https://tinyurl.com/4zwkjcva Obscure Games Saved - https://tinyurl.com/y4de93wm Dreamcast Top 20 - https://tinyurl.com/yp4uj3x3 Ron Gilbert Interview - https://tinyurl.com/5hbmjrew - 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 - 8BitDo NES 40th Collection 3:02 - Halloween 5:04 - Obscure Games Saved 6:26 - Dreamcast Top 20 7:53 - Ron Gilbert Interview

Atari may be hinting at a return for one of its classic 8-bit computers, and that has us wondering what kind of retro hardware revival could be coming next. ?? This week on Bit By Bit, we’re digging into the new Atari 800XL trademark buzz, the surprisingly interesting return of Bubsy in Bubsy 4D, Embracer spinning off Fellowship Entertainment, AYANEO’s new Pocket Air Mini Arcade Home Edition, R-Type Dimensions III, Nintendo 64 rollback netcode, Lenovo’s ROM-loaded retro handheld controversy, and a fan-made Final Fantasy XVI SNES-style demake. It’s another packed week of retro gaming news, weird hardware, classic franchises, and a few stories that made us say, “Wait… what year is it again?” #RetroGaming #Atari #BitByBit #Atari800XL #RetroNews #Nintendo64 #Bubsy4D #AYANEO #FinalFantasy #GenXGrownUp - LINKS New Atari Hardware - https://tinyurl.com/4ty4mntv Bubsy 4D Review - https://tinyurl.com/3yv6tnah Embracer split - https://tinyurl.com/yc84dena AYANEO New Pocket Air Mini - https://tinyurl.com/4982s5h2 R-Type Dimensions III - https://tinyurl.com/y3tfecmd NSO N64 Updates - https://tinyurl.com/u38ervms Lenovo G02 Problems - https://tinyurl.com/mubt35c2 Final Fantasy XVI SNES demake - https://tinyurl.com/y6e6zwj8 - 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 Fightbox » https://genxgrownup.com/fightbox King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:30 - New Atari Hardware 3:18 - Bubsy 4D Review 6:24 - Embracer split 9:25 - AYANEO New Pocket Air Mini 12:31 - R-Type Dimensions III 15:07 - NSO N64 Updates 17:08 - Lenovo G02 Problems 19:13 - Final Fantasy XVI SNES Demake

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

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

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