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Atari may be hinting at a return for one of its classic 8-bit computers, and that has us wondering what kind of retro hardware revival could be coming next. 🕹️ This week on Bit By Bit, we’re digging into the new Atari 800XL trademark buzz, the surprisingly interesting return of […]
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This week on Bit By Bit, GameStop reportedly tried to make a massive move for eBay… and eBay said no thanks. 😬 But that’s only one of this week’s eight bits of retro gaming news! We’re also looking at new Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online, Evercade’s final Activision […]
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This week on Bit By Bit, Atari makes another big retro move by acquiring rights tied to the first five Wizardry games. Is this just another classic IP pickup, or is Atari quietly building something much bigger in the retro gaming space? We’re also covering Super Mario 64 running on […]
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 […]
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 […]
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