Retro gaming is getting wild — in this episode, we dive head-first into Pinball FX VR, a mind-blowing virtual reality take on your favorite classic tables. But that's not all… ? SEGA’s iconic Phantasy Star II is making a surprise comeback — not on a modern console, but with an unofficial Commodore Amiga port! ?? Plus, a DIY wall-mounted arcade powered by a Raspberry Pi 5 and a massive low-res LED display? Retro meets maker culture in the best way possible. Whether you're a pinball wizard, a Genesis-era RPG lover, or a Raspberry Pi tinkerer, there's something here to fuel your nostalgia. ? Stay tuned for all this + More Retro News! #RetroGaming #PinballFXVR #PhantasyStar #CommodoreAmiga #RaspberryPi5 #DIYArcade #ArcadeBuild #VRGaming #SegaGenesis #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp - LINKS Pinball FX VR Review #1 - https://tinyurl.com/4pk73w24 Pinball FX VR Review #2 - https://tinyurl.com/ed6edtxe 90s Video Game Consoles - https://tinyurl.com/jcmkmrra Phantasy Star II Amiga Port - https://tinyurl.com/4r3j7hbp Raspberry Pi 5 Wall Arcade - https://tinyurl.com/4hcybdp6 - 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 - Pinball FX VR Review 3:04 - 90s Video Game Consoles 5:25 - Phantasy Star II Amiga Port 6:55 - Raspberry Pi 5 Wall Arcade

Today, Bungie, the creators of Halo and Destiny, revealed gameplay of their upcoming team-based extraction shooter Marathon. As part of the live Marathon Gameplay Reveal Showcase, Bungie developers premiered Alpha gameplay of the tactical and fast-paced FPS, explored the mysterious and cutthroat world of Tau Ceti IV, and discussed how to join the Marathon Closed […]

Atari’s Nightdive Studios is back at it—this time reviving forgotten PS3 and Xbox 360 “failures” like HAZE and giving them a second shot at glory! But the retro news doesn’t stop there... A Super Mario Bros. Wonder player just accidentally triggered one of the biggest 2D Mario speedrun discoveries in YEARS, and the internet is buzzing. Plus, after months of silence, Polymega finally updates us on its long-delayed Light Gun, and yes—it’s still happening. If you're a retro fan, this episode of Bit By Bit is packed with juicy updates, deep cuts, and the nostalgic goodness you crave. ?? Dive in for: Revived console classics Groundbreaking Mario glitches Retro light gun tech … and More Retro News! ? Like what you see? Smash that like button and sub for your weekly dose of gaming nostalgia! #RetroGaming #Atari #NightdiveStudios #HAZE #SuperMarioWonder #MarioSpeedrun #Polymega #LightGun #ClassicGames #BitByBit #GenXGrownUp #GamingNews - LINKS Nightdive Xbox360/PS3 Developments - https://tinyurl.com/3wwyy4a6 Polymega Light Gun - https://tinyurl.com/5ct9d6vj NES Sensible Soccer - https://tinyurl.com/2fhxbn4j Super Mario Bros 2 - https://tinyurl.com/3brc95rk 25 Photos of Gaming's Past - https://tinyurl.com/2fdxkeva - 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 - Nightdive Xbox360/PS3 Developments 2:18 - Polymega Light Gun 3:51 - NES Sensible Soccer 5:15 - Super Mario Bros 2 6:32 - 25 Photos of Gaming's Past

Free League and 20th Century Studios’ Kickstarter for the Evolved Edition of ALIEN The Roleplaying Game shattered the record for Free League’s most-backed project of all time, raising over $1.8 million USD in 10 days. Two final stretch goals remain out of 15, among them a GM screen design based on the iconic MU/TH/UR interface from […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, NY (April 8, 2025) | Japanese-inspired game publisher and grassroots indie champion Top Hat Studios is partnering with The Media Indie Exchange (The MIX) for an exciting live-streamed showcase on April 22, 2025, featuring an array of highly anticipated announcements, new titles from star developers, and more. The showcase is set to […]

The golden age of arcades is coming back—Atari just dropped a brand-new Missile Command Recharged arcade cabinet, and it’s dripping with retro energy! But while we’re celebrating Atari’s comeback, Nintendo fans just hit a wall—Switch 2 distribution in the U.S. is now delayed thanks to the latest round of presidential tariffs. What does this mean for American gamers? PLUS: Donkey Kong is back in 3D with a brand-new adventure dropping this July! We break down the biggest retro gaming headlines of the week and what they mean for fans who grew up with pixels and power-ups. ?? Whether you're Team Atari, Nintendo die-hard, or just love a good DK barrel blast—we’ve got you covered. ? Hit that like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments! #RetroGaming #NintendoSwitch2 #AtariArcade #DonkeyKongReturns #MissileCommandRecharged #RetroNews #GamingNews #GenXGrownUp #ClassicGames #ArcadeRevival - LINKS Switch 2 Launch Info - https://tinyurl.com/mwzeryef Switch 2 Tariffs - https://tinyurl.com/5futxxcx DK Bananza - https://tinyurl.com/mw6vh4ku Atari Salmon Run - https://tinyurl.com/2htm5bry Atari Missile Command Arcade - https://tinyurl.com/mvms6xf8 - 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 - Switch 2 Launch Info 3:28 - Switch 2 Tariffs 4:54 - DK Bananza 6:31 - Atari Salmon Run 7:34 - Atari Missile Command Arcade