Oppenheimer, Tomy Scramble, & SFGE Board Games

About This Episode We strike out for the New Mexico desert to see how the dawn of the Atomic Age translated to the big screen, unearth a forty-year-old electronic toy based on a classic arcade machine, and take stock of all the new games we acquired at this year’s Southern-Fried Gaming Expo in Atlanta! Patreon […]

Mo

August 10, 2023

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Red One, The Spectrum, House of Golf 2

About This Episode We head to the theatre to find out what kind of Christmas movie $250 million gets you, enjoy some hand-held gaming with a classic Nintendo throwback, and explore a turn-based action game where you control a squad of wizards wearing Kevlar! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast […]

Mo

November 28, 2024

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Super Mario Bros.

About This Episode We celebrate a true milestone in gaming history—the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. The ’85 classic didn’t just put Nintendo on the map, it redefined what video games could be, inspiring generations of players. We’ll discuss its legacy, explore how it became a cultural icon, and look at why Mario’s first […]

Mo

October 9, 2025

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What Is My Arcade Hinting At? | CES 2024 Teaser Images

Again this year, My Arcade has started dropping cryptic, teaser images on social media hinting at new product designs which we expect to be revealed at CES 2024 (Consumer Electronics Show). Join Jon has he scours the image for clues to what My Arcade might have in store for the gaming market this year. #myarcade […]

Jon

January 3, 2024

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Breakout Beyond, Novocaine, & LEGO Grogu

About This Episode We watch a British TV series that challenges some of the funniest comics to keep a straight face, bust out the bricks for for an adorable Star Wars icon you can construct with LEGO, and we “break out” Atari’s latest reimagining of its ball-and-paddle arcade classic! (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon […]

Mo

April 3, 2025

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The Best of 2025

About This Episode 2025 is in the rearview mirror, and before we move on, we’re taking one last look back. From movies and TV to games and gadgets, we’re talking about the stuff that stood out, surprised us, and kept us entertained all year long. These are our personal picks for the best of 2025—and […]

Mo

January 1, 2026

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