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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

ModRetro finally pulled the curtain back on its transparent M64 N64-style console, complete with Funtastic-style shells and a trident controller, and Palmer Luckey is already talking big — calling it “better by every objective measure” than the Analogue 3D while keeping the price at $199. We’ll break down the design, controller, feature set, and whether it really has what it takes to challenge Analogue’s $249.99 4K FPGA monster. ?? That’s not all! We’re also checking out the Abxylute M4, a tiny snap-on iPhone game controller that clings to your MagSafe device, packs real sticks and triggers into a pocket-sized shell, and still comes in at an affordable price. If you’re into retro and cloud gaming on the go, this might be your new everyday carry. ??? And to cap it off, we’re diving into Pixels to Pages, a free YouTube documentary from Game Sack and My Life in Gaming that chronicles the history of Electronic Gaming Monthly with classic editors, deep-cut stories, and a big hit of late-’80s/’90s magazine nostalgia. If you grew up flipping through EGM, you’re gonna feel this one. ?? If you love retro hardware, weird new controllers, and deep-dive gaming history, hit play, drop a comment with your M64 vs Analogue 3D take, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to keep Bit By Bit and GenXGrownUp buzzing! ? Hashtags: #retro #retrogaming #N64 #ModRetroM64 #Analogue3D #FPGA #gamingnews #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #AbxyluteM4 #iPhoneGaming #PixelsToPages #EGM - LINKS ModRetro M64 News - https://tinyurl.com/dzr8w4j7 New VR Pinball - https://tinyurl.com/5by73yvb Mag Safe Controller - https://tinyurl.com/y2wu6uv4 Dreamcast Trading Cards - https://tinyurl.com/2enyxctr Retro Game Documentary - https://tinyurl.com/yvesrn3c - 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 M64 News 2:29 - New VR Pinball 3:58 - Mag Safe Controller 6:27 - Dreamcast Trading Cards 8:35 - Retro Game Documentary

Did Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection finally get the online treatment it deserves? ? In this episode of Bit By Bit, I’m diving into the new Online Arcade lobby beta, talking about how it works, what’s improved, and whether it might finally redeem MK’s shaky online reputation. Then we’re swapping quarters for cartridges with Evercade’s newly announced TAITO Arcade 3 collection, packed with more classic arcade goodness for your handheld or VS setup, and wrapping things up with maybe the wildest crossover yet: custom Nike sneakers you can actually play SNES games on. ??? If you love retro fighters, cartridge collections, and weird-but-awesome hardware mods, this one’s for you. ? From MK lobbies and Evercade’s next arcade installment to the Air SNES kicks, we’re celebrating how retro keeps evolving in 2025 while still hitting those nostalgia nerves. ? Like the video if you enjoy this kind of roundup, ? Subscribe for weekly Bit By Bit retro news, ? Drop a comment: are you hopping into the MK lobby beta, grabbing TAITO Arcade 3, or rocking those SNES shoes if they ever go public? #MortalKombat #LegacyKollection #RetroGaming #Evercade #TaitoArcade #SNES #Sneakerheads #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp - LINKS MK:LK Online Lobby Support - https://tinyurl.com/2tkxxf33 RetroAchievements On Dolphin - https://tinyurl.com/52ptsj6t New Evercade Cart https://tinyurl.com/3ywzzsuw Atari Cosmos - https://tinyurl.com/3btur3x6 NES Shoes - https://tinyurl.com/zt3996d3 - 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

The Midwest Gaming Classic 2025 is almost here, and GXG will be there to celebrate all things retro! In this episode of Bit By Bit, we preview what’s coming to Milwaukee for one of the biggest classic gaming events in the country—from arcade cabinets to console collectibles and more. Plus, we dive into a heartfelt look back at the Intellivision II, sparked by a nostalgic new article that perfectly captures the magic of early '80s living room gaming. If you ever battled your siblings over Astrosmash, this one's for you. And don’t miss our hands-on thoughts on the EverDrive N8 Pro—the powerful flash cart that’s taking NES and Famicom gameplay to the next level. Is it worth the upgrade? We break it down. ? Whether you're headed to MGC or just living your best 8-bit life from home, this retro news roundup is packed with pixel-perfect goodness! #MidwestGamingClassic #IntellivisionII #EverDriveN8Pro #RetroGaming #GXG #BitByBit #NES #ClassicGaming #FlashCart #GamingConvention - LINKS Midwest Gaming Classic - https://tinyurl.com/4wvecacy Evercade NeoGeo - https://tinyurl.com/3hzsjcv6 Punch-Out Heavy Metal - https://tinyurl.com/2frjmjtn Amiga No One Wanted - https://tinyurl.com/tbpj9ty6 Intellivision II PiRTO - https://tinyurl.com/3d9e2rdt Everdrive N8 Pro - https://tinyurl.com/yb3wtrf5 - 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 - Midwest Gaming Classic 1:21 - Evercade NeoGeo 2:02 - Punch-Out Heavy Metal 3:43 - Amiga No One Wanted 5:06 - Intellivision II PiRTO 6:33 - Everdrive N8 Pro

Evercade is keeping the retro revival alive with two brand-new cartridges—this time featuring classics from Activision alongside the wild and wonderful creations of Llamasoft! Pre-orders are open now, but not everything is smooth sailing—distributor Funstock has temporarily frozen U.S. orders, leaving some Evercade fans frustrated. Meanwhile, Xbox players are in for a nostalgic surprise: 13 quirky classics from the 1980s are making their way to Xbox via the new “Attic Archive” collection. From big names to forgotten gems, it’s another sign of retro gaming’s unstoppable momentum. We’re covering all the big retro gaming headlines you need to know this week—so let’s dive in! ? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more retro gaming news every week on Bit By Bit! ? Hashtags #Evercade #RetroGaming #Activision #Llamasoft #Xbox #AtticArchive #Funstock #GamingNews #RetroCollectors #BitByBit - LINKS Evercade Activition Carts - https://tinyurl.com/mv2dcjuy Funstock Evercade Cease US Orders - https://tinyurl.com/2p9v56ja Rare 40th Music Boxed Set - https://tinyurl.com/3nnh7uue Attic Archive - https://tinyurl.com/3wj4rkf5 Phantasmagoria 30th - https://tinyurl.com/47e84puk - 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 0:30 - Evercade Activition Carts 2:46 - Funstock Evercade Cease US Orders 5:06 - Rare 40th Music Boxed Set 6:56 - Attic Archive 8:08 - Phantasmagoria 30th

Evercade just dropped five brand-new cartridges for its 2025 lineup, and they’re packed with retro greatness—from arcade staples to hidden indie gems! In this episode, we break down what’s included and why fans of physical media should be paying attention. But that’s not all… Atari just posted its best year in over a decade and has officially confirmed new consoles are on the way! What could they be planning next? Plus, rumors are swirling around the “Switch 2 Rewind,” a throwback-focused version of Nintendo’s next-gen console that could target retro fans directly. Whether you’re team cartridge, team joystick, or just love good old-fashioned game history, you won’t want to miss this one! ? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for your weekly dose of retro gaming updates! ?? Hashtags: #Evercade #RetroGaming #Atari #Switch2Rewind #GameNews #ClassicGames #RetroRevival #Evercade2025 #NintendoSwitch #AtariReturns - LINKS Evercade Showcase Vol 4 - https://tinyurl.com/3wrnby99 Atari News - https://tinyurl.com/sjarebp8 RG35XX Pro - https://tinyurl.com/5n8zd6uy Zen Pinball World Updates - https://tinyurl.com/a5p42p7c Switch 2's N64 'Rewind' Feature - https://tinyurl.com/64mfuped - 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 - Evercade Showcase Vol 4 1:58 - Atari News 3:54 - RG35XX Pro 6:04 - Zen Pinball World Updates 7:33 - Switch 2's N64 'Rewind' Feature