At the recent Midwest Gaming Classic in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the GenXGrownUp team had the exciting opportunity to explore the latest collaboration between Atari and Alan-1: the Missile Command Recharged arcade cabinet. This modern reimagining of the classic 1980 game brings a fresh twist to the beloved missile defense gameplay, blending nostalgia with contemporary design.?genxgrownup.com+4YouTube+4genxgrownup.com+4 A […]

Primal Game Studio and Knights Peak continue their feature showcase series for the upcoming dark fantasy action RPG Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree with a brand-new video exploring Talent Tree Progression. This latest deep dive highlights the extensive skill customization options available to players, demonstrating how different abilities and upgrades shape unique playstyles. From devastating combat […]

The prolific digital pinball maker takes its acclaimed tables to virtual and mixed-reality, delivering a modern experience for a classic game San Francisco, CA (April 3, 2025) | Today, Zen Studios — the leading global producer and publisher of digital pinball video games — is proud to announce the launch Pinball FX VR. This exciting, […]

A forgotten piece of Atari history just resurfaced: The Ford Simulator from 1987! This bizarre driving game, created by Ford to promote their lineup, was made for MS-DOS and rediscovered by retro fans — and it's delightfully weird. But that's not all... We’re also diving into Billy Mitchell’s latest lawsuit win, where a YouTuber now owes him over $230,000, AND breaking down the labor tension at ZeniMax, the studio behind Fallout and Doom, as workers threaten to strike under Microsoft’s trillion-dollar banner. If you love Atari, retro games, weird lost titles, and retro gaming drama — this is your video. ? Subscribe for weekly retro news, throwbacks, and collector curiosities! #Atari #RetroGaming #BillyMitchell #FordSimulator #ZeniMax #Fallout #Doom #ClassicGames #GamingNews #BitByBit - LINKS Atari 2600 Ford Sim - https://tinyurl.com/3y8pprp6 Billy Mitchell Lawsuit - https://tinyurl.com/47t3555t New Tetris Book - https://tinyurl.com/4wnmcbck New Evercade Info - https://tinyurl.com/mxyuybnc Bethesda Workers Strike - https://tinyurl.com/2chwk7ct - 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 - Atari 2600 Ford Sim 1:48 - Billy Mitchell Lawsuit 4:20 - New Tetris Book 5:28 - New Evercade Info 6:44 - Bethesda Workers Strike

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

Atari is back at it with Breakout: Recharged, a modern reimagining of the brick-breaking classic—available now on PC and consoles! In this episode of Bit By Bit, we dive into what makes Breakout Beyond worth a look for retro fans, and whether Atari is finally nailing the formula for modern retro. But that's not all! We also cover Jeff Minter's latest thoughts on scam games, the future of Switch 2, and the legacy of his legendary title I, Robot. And if you're into DIY synths and strange tech, you won't want to miss the reveal of Look Mum No Computer, a quirky, circuit-bending indie game hitting PC this year! Stay tuned for all the latest in retro gaming, modern reboots, and old-school vibes! ?? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to never miss a beat of retro gaming news. #RetroGaming #Atari #BreakoutBeyond #JeffMinter #NintendoSwitch2 #LookMumNoComputer #BitByBit #IndieGames #GamingNews #RetroReboot - LINKS 5 Early Console Prototypes - https://tinyurl.com/mt36k9en Look Mum No Computer - https://tinyurl.com/mrdhn2aa Atari Revitalizing Old Franchises - https://tinyurl.com/362nmttd Jeff Minter Interview - https://tinyurl.com/536xm7wz Breakout Beyond Release Stream - https://tinyurl.com/39khpbs2 - 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 - 5 Early Console Prototypes 2:44 - Look Mum No Computer 4:07 - Atari Revitalizing Old Franchises 5:43 - Jeff Minter Interview 7:34 - Breakout Beyond Release Stream