Operation is a battery-operated game of physical skill that tests players’ hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. The game’s prototype was invented in 1964 by University of Illinois industrial-design student John Spinello, who sold his rights to renowned toy designer Marvin Glass for $500 and the promise of a job […]
After years of searching, we finally got our hands on a coveted vintage 80s treasure… DARK TOWER! This amazing strategy game was only produced for one year back in 1981. We both grew up playing and LOVING IT until it disappeared from store shelves and eventually became extinct. Tonight we’ll […]
Homebrew is absolutely on a roll in 2026 🎮🔥 Mega Cat Studios is kicking off the year with a triple physical-cart drop for classic Nintendo hardware—Super Fanger (SNES) plus Plyuk and Old Towers (NES). Three new reasons to dust off the old consoles? Yes please. 😸✨ Plus, Nintendo fans get […]
Among this plethora of network TV programming in the 80s, something emerged that started to capture the hearts and imaginations of audiences everywhere…the made-for-TV movie. Each one of the big three networks — ABC, CBS, and NBC — gave us a mix of drama, romance, suspense, thrills, historical events, sci-fi, […]
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Shop G’AIM’E » https://genxgrownup.com/gaime Shop Pac-Man in-a-Tin » https://amzn.to/4qDmXJm Play PAC-MAN on the go like never before. This pocket-sized tin contains the classic arcade game in all its 8-bit glory. An amazing gift for fans and collectors alike and all housed in its very own pocket-sized tin! The 4 directional […]
⌚🕹️ This week on Bit By Bit, we’re looking at a seriously bold (and seriously pricey) tribute timepiece that wears classic Atari vibes right on your wrist — woodgrain energy and all. Plus, two more retro headlines you’ll want on your radar: AYANEO says 2026 will bring real improvements to […]
In the 1970s, network executives started warming to the idea of making low budget movies for television, and began adding them to their prime time lineups. Today’s video is all about the best and most-watched made for TV movies of the 70s. I’m going to call it a prequel to […]
This week on Bit By Bit, we’re flipping the “tiny computer” script — Recalbox turns a Raspberry Pi into a retro gaming monster 🕹️🔥 (fast setup, slick front-end, and all the goodies you want for living-room emulation). Then we jump to the future: classic arcade cabinets in VR are heading […]
On today’s show we’re joined by our special guest and everyone’s friend on The 80s Cruise, Chuck Coverly. As the reigning Prom King and unofficial Mayor, Chuck is the ultimate authority when it comes to having an awesome time on The 80s Cruise! He’ll share his tips for getting the […]
