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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

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

Anbernic is leaning hard into PS Vita vibes with two new handhelds: the RG Vita and RG Vita Pro ? We’ll break down what’s been revealed so far, what’s still a mystery (specs, pricing, release timing), and why this design choice has retro fans buzzing. Plus, AYANEO’s Pocket Play inches closer with its Dimensity 9300 platform reveal ?? — a “gaming phone” approach that could shake up how we think about portable emulation and Android gaming. And in the “wait… WHAT?!” category: a nightmare-fuel ‘90s horror oddity has suddenly resurfaced on Steam ??? — the kind of surprise drop that has preservation folks doing a double-take. Subscribe for weekly retro gaming news, handheld drama, and deep-cut nostalgia! ??? #BitByBit #RetroGaming #HandheldGaming #Anbernic #RGVita #PSVita #Emulation #AYANEO #PocketPlay #Dimensity9300 #SteamGames #RetroHorror - LINKS Anbernic RG Vita & RG Vita Pro - https://tinyurl.com/4vcum9wk Jobs Auction Follow-Up - https://tinyurl.com/yuyp7ysa Ayaneo Pocket Play Details - https://tinyurl.com/ypwd5bwj Maingear Retro98 - https://tinyurl.com/y56kz533 The Dark Eye Reborn - https://tinyurl.com/y87r8e72 - 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 Numskull Facebook Group » https://genxgrownup.com/fbqa G'AIM'E Time Crisis » http://genxgrownup.com/gaime King of Nerds » http://kingofnerds.tv Order of Cosmic Champions » http://www.orderofcosmicchampions.com - CHAPTERS 0:43 - Anbernic RG Vita & RG Vita Pro 2:16 - Jobs Auction Follow-Up 4:31 - Ayaneo Pocket Play Details 7:20 - Maingear Retro98 9:22 - The Dark Eye Reborn

This month, GXG’s Comic Sans hit the road and takes in the Tallahassee Comic Con. George and his co-host/son Michael check out the comics, art, artists, cosplayers and more at this two-day event in Florida’s capital city (December 2-3, 2017). Here at GenxGrownUp we’re big fans of nerd/geek/pop culture and comic books are a wonderful […]

Back in 1987, the original Robocop was released. How does it compare to the 2014 remake? Can 1987 graphics done on a Amiga computer stand up to modern CGI? Check out this video and then share your opinion! Robocop 1987 » amzn.to/2yYaZQd Robocop 2014 » amzn.to/2yYaZQd Subscribe » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter […]

The Mega EverDrive Pro is changing the way we experience classic Sega Genesis and Mega Drive games, offering a near-perfect way to load ROMs, play Sega CD titles, and even run homebrew with ease! But that’s not all – we’re also diving into the new Shinobi x Ninja Gaiden crossover coming to PS5, Switch, and more, plus an exciting new laptop designed for retro gaming that can actually read game cartridges! Join us as we break down these epic gaming stories and explore how the past meets the future in the world of retro gaming! ? What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments! ? Subscribe for more retro gaming news! ? Don’t forget to hit the bell icon to stay updated! #RetroGaming #MegaEverDrivePro #SegaGenesis #Shinobi #NinjaGaiden #MSXBook #GamingNews #FlashCart #SegaCD #MegaDrive #Emulation #RetroGames - LINKS Retro Gaming Survey - https://tinyurl.com/5ccx25wm Msxbook - https://tinyurl.com/5f5kcczj Ninja Side-Scrollers - https://tinyurl.com/6xvzw779 Retro Console Revival - https://tinyurl.com/4fjmxff7 Mega Everdrive Pro - https://tinyurl.com/c5t8sh9w - 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 - Retro Gaming Survey 1:01 - Msxbook 2:01 - Ninja Side-Scrollers 2:59 - Retro Console Revival 4:39 - Mega Everdrive Pro