GenXGrownUp
@genxgrownup.bsky.social
If you grew up in the 70s, 80s, or 90s you knew how cool it was to be a kid back then. We had the greatest music, TV, movies, tech and pop culture of any generation and, although we have grown up, we have refused to outgrow our love for those things.
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Picked up this vintage Canadian Merlin at a local toy shop, and after loading six (!) AA batteries into it, a flood of childhood memories came rushing back!
MERLIN, The Electronic WIZARD! | 1978 Vintage Handheld Game
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December 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Picked up this vintage Canadian Merlin at a local toy shop, and after loading six (!) AA batteries into it, a flood of childhood memories came rushing back!
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It's almost time to work and all of the reindeer are missing! Help Santa in Reindeer Rescue - a homebrew title from Bob Montgomery. 🎅
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December 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
It's almost time to work and all of the reindeer are missing! Help Santa in Reindeer Rescue - a homebrew title from Bob Montgomery. 🎅
https://atariage.pulse.ly/mnfdflkesl
https://atariage.pulse.ly/mnfdflkesl
Frankly was not prepared for the quality delivered in this premium bartop device.
EVERCADE ALPHA Review | Taito Edition Bartop Gaming from Blaze
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December 22, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Frankly was not prepared for the quality delivered in this premium bartop device.
Just found this coupon in an old box of stuff. Aw, rats, I juuuuust missed the expiration date.
December 22, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Just found this coupon in an old box of stuff. Aw, rats, I juuuuust missed the expiration date.
I'll take one of everything, please.
December 21, 2025 at 5:56 PM
I'll take one of everything, please.
This All-Star Sports Pixel Pocket Pro from MY ARCADE is not at all what I thought it would be - IN A GOOD WAY! 🤣
ALL-STAR SPORTS Pixel Pocket Pro | NOT Just Your Average Sports Collection
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December 20, 2025 at 3:56 PM
This All-Star Sports Pixel Pocket Pro from MY ARCADE is not at all what I thought it would be - IN A GOOD WAY! 🤣
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I won a metric ton of prizes from @genxgrownup.bsky.social !!! If you aren't subscribed to their YouTube channel yet, are you even living? Thanks guys! Happy Crimus!
December 19, 2025 at 7:15 PM
I won a metric ton of prizes from @genxgrownup.bsky.social !!! If you aren't subscribed to their YouTube channel yet, are you even living? Thanks guys! Happy Crimus!
So you got the nice weighted spinner, but really wanna upgrade that d-pad on your @atari.com Gamestation Go from My Arcade? Have we got a solution for you! No drilling, no dismantling - just a fully-reversible d-pad add-on that gives you a thumbstick for classic games!
NEW Atari Gamestation Go THUMB STICK Takes Your GSG to the NEXT LEVEL!
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December 18, 2025 at 9:05 PM
So you got the nice weighted spinner, but really wanna upgrade that d-pad on your @atari.com Gamestation Go from My Arcade? Have we got a solution for you! No drilling, no dismantling - just a fully-reversible d-pad add-on that gives you a thumbstick for classic games!
With a unique design, rechargeable battery, and FOUR Pac-Man titles, could this handheld be the way to celebrate Pac's 45th?
NEW Pac-Man Pocket Player MAX Review | Celebrate Pac's 45th Anniversary
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December 18, 2025 at 3:39 PM
With a unique design, rechargeable battery, and FOUR Pac-Man titles, could this handheld be the way to celebrate Pac's 45th?
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Remember when crafting a Christmas wish list felt like one of the biggest decisions of the entire year?
Remember when crafting a Christmas wish list felt like one of the biggest decisions of the entire year?
December 18, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Remember when crafting a Christmas wish list felt like one of the biggest decisions of the entire year?
Remember when crafting a Christmas wish list felt like one of the biggest decisions of the entire year?
Arcade1Up's fate & future now in the hands of Basic Fun, a primer & overview for handheld retro gaming, D&D Temple of Elemental Evil returns to PC, & MORE in this news roundup!
Did Arcade1Up Just Get Sold? + More Retro News!
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December 17, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Arcade1Up's fate & future now in the hands of Basic Fun, a primer & overview for handheld retro gaming, D&D Temple of Elemental Evil returns to PC, & MORE in this news roundup!
Have you been keeping an eye on these Pixel Pocket Pro keychain players from My Arcade? The Data East version contains 18 games spanning Data East & Piko. Possible stocking stuffer?
NEW Data East & Piko Pixel Pocket Pros from My Arcade! | EIGHTEEN Games on the GO!
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December 17, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Have you been keeping an eye on these Pixel Pocket Pro keychain players from My Arcade? The Data East version contains 18 games spanning Data East & Piko. Possible stocking stuffer?
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We head to the theatre to see a remake of an '80s classic based on a novel by Stephen King, add to our collection of limited-edition theatrical popcorn merchandise, and play a game with a fresh twist on minesweeper that might give you BBS flashbacks!
We head to the theatre to see a remake of an '80s classic based on a novel by Stephen King, add to our collection of limited-edition theatrical popcorn merchandise, and play a game with a fresh twist on minesweeper that might give you BBS flashbacks!
December 17, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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We head to the theatre to see a remake of an '80s classic based on a novel by Stephen King, add to our collection of limited-edition theatrical popcorn merchandise, and play a game with a fresh twist on minesweeper that might give you BBS flashbacks!
We head to the theatre to see a remake of an '80s classic based on a novel by Stephen King, add to our collection of limited-edition theatrical popcorn merchandise, and play a game with a fresh twist on minesweeper that might give you BBS flashbacks!
BurgerTime in a little keychain? Sounds good on paper, but the devil's in the details.
NEW BurgerTime Super Micro | The Data East Classic on your KEYS!
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December 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
BurgerTime in a little keychain? Sounds good on paper, but the devil's in the details.
We were pretty surprised by the compatability & versatility of these tactile controller adapters for mobile gaming!
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genxgrownup.com/puk
Grips, Sticks, & Triggers on Your PHONE? Possible with PuK!
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December 16, 2025 at 4:08 AM
We were pretty surprised by the compatability & versatility of these tactile controller adapters for mobile gaming!
genxgrownup.com/puk
genxgrownup.com/puk
@ancientofmumu.bsky.social scored some sweet GenXGrownUp merch. You have excellent taste, sir! 😀
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December 16, 2025 at 12:25 AM
@ancientofmumu.bsky.social scored some sweet GenXGrownUp merch. You have excellent taste, sir! 😀
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genxgrownup.com/merch
Atari featured in new sim where you restore vintage electronics, DIY hobbyist creates reamarkable C64 laptop, ZX Spectrum gets its first-ever first-person shooter, & MORE in this news roundup!
ReStory: Atari Therapy Simulator?! + More Retro News!
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December 14, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Atari featured in new sim where you restore vintage electronics, DIY hobbyist creates reamarkable C64 laptop, ZX Spectrum gets its first-ever first-person shooter, & MORE in this news roundup!
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December 12, 2025 at 1:38 AM
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We watch a new film about a prison escapee hiding out in a toy store, one of us finds new & interesting ways to feed his unhealthy obsession with pinball, and play an award-winning social board game where the odd man out has to fake knowledge of a secret word.
We watch a new film about a prison escapee hiding out in a toy store, one of us finds new & interesting ways to feed his unhealthy obsession with pinball, and play an award-winning social board game where the odd man out has to fake knowledge of a secret word.
December 12, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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We watch a new film about a prison escapee hiding out in a toy store, one of us finds new & interesting ways to feed his unhealthy obsession with pinball, and play an award-winning social board game where the odd man out has to fake knowledge of a secret word.
We watch a new film about a prison escapee hiding out in a toy store, one of us finds new & interesting ways to feed his unhealthy obsession with pinball, and play an award-winning social board game where the odd man out has to fake knowledge of a secret word.
Ever since those Pac & Ghost CX-40+ wireless controllers were released alongisde the Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition, I've been looking foward to a set of custom, color-matched ball-toppers to make them more ergonomic. And now, Paul has answered the call.
Shop now » www.etsy.com/listing/4409...
Shop now » www.etsy.com/listing/4409...
PAC-MAN Atari 2600+ Joystick Ball-Toppers | Making a GOOD Thing BETTER!
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December 11, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Ever since those Pac & Ghost CX-40+ wireless controllers were released alongisde the Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition, I've been looking foward to a set of custom, color-matched ball-toppers to make them more ergonomic. And now, Paul has answered the call.
Shop now » www.etsy.com/listing/4409...
Shop now » www.etsy.com/listing/4409...
Two of my favorites in the new Pixel Pocket Pro line are these Pac-Man & Ms. Pac units. My 12-year-old self would call you a liar if you told him he'd have Pac-Man in his pocket in 2025!
NEW Pac-Man & Ms. Pac-Man Pixel Pocket Pros from My Arcade! | It's Pac on the GO!
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December 11, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Two of my favorites in the new Pixel Pocket Pro line are these Pac-Man & Ms. Pac units. My 12-year-old self would call you a liar if you told him he'd have Pac-Man in his pocket in 2025!
Bloody racer Carmageddon returns with a rouguelite flair, Ghosts & Goblins Stranger Things mishap, the downside of retrobrighting old tech, & MORE in this news roundup!
Carmageddon’s Back to Paint the Streets Red + More Retro News!
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December 10, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Bloody racer Carmageddon returns with a rouguelite flair, Ghosts & Goblins Stranger Things mishap, the downside of retrobrighting old tech, & MORE in this news roundup!
It's not too late to score a great deal on a Quarter Arcade! Numskull has many of their awesome1/4-scale arcade machines up to 30% off regular retail price. Might make a nice gift - even if the gift is for YOU! 🎅
Quarter Arcades Burger Time Collector's Edition Mini Arcade - Retro 1/4 Scale Authentic Wooden Replica, Original ROM, DIP Switch Access, 5" TFT Screen for Enthusiasts
Amazon.com: Quarter Arcades Burger Time Collector's Edition Mini Arcade - Retro 1/4 Scale Authentic Wooden Replica, Original ROM, DIP Switch Access, 5" TFT Screen for Enthusiasts : Everything Else
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December 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM
It's not too late to score a great deal on a Quarter Arcade! Numskull has many of their awesome1/4-scale arcade machines up to 30% off regular retail price. Might make a nice gift - even if the gift is for YOU! 🎅
Care to help me crack the (simple) code on this fancy box of new Namco Atari Plus cartridges? 🔒
ATARI & BANDAI NAMCO Physical Cartridges Are HERE!
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December 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Care to help me crack the (simple) code on this fancy box of new Namco Atari Plus cartridges? 🔒
ModRetro's M64 Nintendo 64 console design just revealed, Pinball FX drops new virtual reality tables, first look at new physical Dreamcast trading cards from Limited Run, & MORE in this Bit-by-Bit news roundup!
Did ModRetro Just Beat Analogue 3D? + More Retro News!
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December 7, 2025 at 9:17 PM
ModRetro's M64 Nintendo 64 console design just revealed, Pinball FX drops new virtual reality tables, first look at new physical Dreamcast trading cards from Limited Run, & MORE in this Bit-by-Bit news roundup!