Jon

Jon Reddick is a well-credentialed nerd of the 80s, classic game fan, and technology geek. He merged those interests into the creation of GenXGrownUp: a weekly podcast and YouTube channel which explores and celebrates media, games, tech, toys, comics, and pop culture of yesterday and today through the eyes of Generation X'ers.

Atari 7800+ CONTROLLER GRIP | Give Your CX-78+ the GRIP it DESERVES!

GR78+ Grip accessory for the Atari CX78+ Gamepad Available NOW: www.etsy.com/listing/1828401057/gr78-grip-accessory-for-the-atari-cx78 The GR78+ Grip is designed to improve the ergonomics of your stock Atari CX78+ wired gamepad. The GR78+ Grip requires NO MODIFICATIONS to your stock Gamepad. All you need to do is slide your gamepad into the grip from the bottom opening and it […]

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November 27, 2024

LAUGHABLE Arcade Game “TIPS” from a Vintage 1982 Dynamite Magazine

Dynamite was a magazine for children published by Scholastic Inc. from 1974 until 1992. The magazine changed the fortunes of the company, becoming the most successful publication in its history and inspiring four similar periodicals for Scholastic, Bananas, Wow, Hot Dog! and Peanut Butter. Late in its life, issues of Dynamite featured a bonus sub-magazine […]

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November 26, 2024

Atari 7800+ FULL REVIEW | New Console, CX-78+, & Crystal Quest

Get the ULTIMATE GAME GUIDE » embraceware.com/genx The new Atari 7800+ joins the ranks of such timeless design icons as shoulder pads, crop tops, and aviator sunglasses! Inspired by the original ‘80s design, this scaled-down version fits today’s living rooms and connects easily to modern TVs via HDMI. It supports both 2600 and 7800 game […]

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November 25, 2024

Atari 2600’s Mangia’ – YOU or the TABLE? Which Will EXPLODE First?

Mangia’ is a video game for the Atari 2600 released by Spectravision in 1983. MORE gameplay vids just like this AVAILABLE NOW: www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0ggFzgLRYo&ab_channel=GenXGrownUp The title “Mangia” is an Italian word meaning “eat!”. The North American version is one of the rarest games for the 2600. The player controls a young boy who must eat plates […]

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November 22, 2024

Atari 7800+ VIP Box Set: Atari’s Next PLUS CONSOLE is HERE!

The new Atari 7800+ joins the ranks of such timeless design icons as shoulder pads, crop tops, and aviator sunglasses! Inspired by the original ‘80s design, this scaled-down version fits today’s living rooms and connects easily to modern TVs via HDMI. It supports both 2600 and 7800 game cartridges and comes with the new Wireless […]

Jon

November 19, 2024

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The Spectrum | FULL REVIEW of Features, Gameplay, & User Experience

Get the ULTIMATE GAME GUIDE » embraceware.com/genx The ZX Spectrum is a classic home computer that brought may GenX youth thousands of hours of personal computer & gaming enjoyment. This new reproduction from RGL & PLAION, adorned with its signature rainbow colours, this fun, quirky and extroverted machine brings back the joy of accessible pick-up-and-play […]

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November 18, 2024