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.

Radio Shack’s 1989 RACEWAY has a SLOT MACHINE Mini-Game?!

In 1989, Radio Shack released this handheld LCD racing game. Oddly, despite when it was released, it almost feels like a late '70s or early '80s release. Watch to see what I mean and if you agree. #retrogaming #handheld #lcd #genxgrownup - 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 00:00 Game & Watch? 00:46 Raceway 01:26 Box & Contents 03:34 Hardware Tour 04:27 Clock Functions 05:27 Manual 06:24 Game A 09:30 Game B 11:21 Summary

The Atari Comeback Continues Thanks to Polymega + More Retro News!

The Atari legacy refuses to die—Polymega’s newest module brings support for Atari 2600 and 7800 cartridges, letting retro fans fire up their physical collections once again. We break down what it means for classic gamers and why this could be a big deal for modular consoles. Plus, two blasts from the past are making surprise returns: ? The Siege and the Sandfox stealthily launches this month with a unique 2.5D platforming style, and ? A questionable 90s platformer trilogy is back… with a $200 Collector’s Edition featuring art by none other than Final Fantasy legend Yoshitaka Amano. Hit play and catch up on all the weird, wild, and wonderful news from the retro gaming world—Bit By Bit! #?? Hashtags: #Atari2600 #Polymega #RetroGaming #AtariIsBack #SiegeAndTheSandfox #YoshitakaAmano #PlatformerRevival #BitByBit #RetroGameNews - LINKS Polymega Atari Module - https://tinyurl.com/3c8zfswp The Siege and the Sandfox - https://tinyurl.com/49s9dd7w Nintendo DS Emulators - https://tinyurl.com/mt2hdr5t Gex Trilogy Collection - https://tinyurl.com/3v7258e5 Game Bub - https://tinyurl.com/5fbb3syu - 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 - Polymega Atari Module 2:31 - The Siege and the Sandfox 3:25 - Nintendo DS Emulators 4:59 - Gex Trilogy Collection 7:00 - Game Bub

Pac-Man SHADOW LABYRINTH | Pac Re-Imagined in a DARK & GRITTY Universe!

PRE-ORDER NOW: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPLLQ74T?tag=genxgrownup-20 Shadow Labyrinth is an upcoming action-adventure video game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is part of the Pac-Man series, serving as a re-imagining of the franchise's core concepts. The player will take on the role of "The Swordsman" while traversing through a large "maze", fighting against enemies and upgrading their abilities as they progress; initial reactions upon the game's announcement widely considered it to be a metroidvania game. The game was initially promoted by the release of the Secret Level episode "Circle", which serves as an official prequel to the game. Shadow Labyrinth is set to be released on July 18, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. #pacman #bandainamco #genxgrownup @bandainamcoentertainment @PACMANOfficial - LINKS Shadow Labyrinth » https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPLLQ74T?tag=genxgrownup-20 Release Date Trailer » https://youtu.be/LSK9yMlZ7P4 Pre-Order Trailer » https://youtu.be/P0QZ0s4EPjA - 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 00:00 Circle 00:46 Setting it Straight 01:57 Release Date Trailer 09:58 Pre-Order Trailer 14:16 Summary

Atari’s Dark Cavern from M Network: It’s NOT JUST an Intellvision Port!

If you thought this was an Intellivison clone, you're wrong - and SO WAS I! See MORE Friday Plays NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFo81IDTbZ8&list=PL13zHeyDr6xswcm1YMnJivU0jefJIOLcb&ab_channel=GenXGrownUp Night Stalker is a top-down maze shooter designed by Steve Montero and released for the Intellivision console in 1982. Night Stalker was ported to the Atari 2600 as Dark Cavern and released under Mattel's M Network label. Apple II, IBM PC, and Mattel Aquarius versions were published in 1983. #atari #retrogaming #genxgrownup - 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

New Backbone Pro Supports Steam Deck & More—Retro Gamers Rejoice! + More Retro News!

Backbone has just dropped the Backbone Pro, and it's a total game-changer — now supporting Steam Deck, smart TVs, and more! We break down why this sleek wireless controller is perfect for retro fans on the go. But that’s not all — in this episode of Bit By Bit: ? Ecco the Dolphin may be making a surprising return thanks to developer interest and fan buzz! ? A Gears of War remaster is officially heading to PS5 this August — and it’s free for some OG Xbox players. It’s a packed week for fans of the old and new. Like, share, and subscribe for your regular shot of retro gaming news! ? Hashtags: #BackbonePro #SteamDeck #RetroGamingNews #EccoTheDolphin #GearsOfWar #BitByBit #RetroGaming #ClassicGames #GamingNews - LINKS Backbone Pro - https://tinyurl.com/2swb3dhf Ecco the Dolphin - https://tinyurl.com/5fa3v578 Earthion - https://tinyurl.com/bdcx3yau Gears of War - https://tinyurl.com/7wkkbffd 10 Underrated SNES Games - https://tinyurl.com/yj8d2wup - 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 - Backbone Pro 1:47 - Ecco the Dolphin 3:02 - Earthion 4:29 - Gears of War 6:09 - 10 Underrated SNES Games

Atari Gamestation Go Gets an UPGRADE! | Latest on the My Arcade Handheld

The Atari Gamestation Go, first known as the Gamestation Portable at CES 2024, is still a few months away from release. Back at CES 2025 in January we got a look at the updated design of the handheld, but My Arcade wasn't done. I've been fortunate to get my hands on a new build of the unit and I want to highlight one very notable but easy-to-miss improvement that's been implemented since our last look. #atari #retrogaming #handheld #genxgrownup @MyArcaderetro - 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