PlayStation 2 Launch – by Brian Lesyk

by Brian Lesyk | Mar 29, 2024 | Console/Handheld

The March ’99 announcement of the upcoming PlayStation 2 console instantly triggered a mental countdown timer for me. I knew I had to keep my finger on the proverbial pulse to ensure I could reserve one at my local EB Games store. I asked the store’s team to keep me...

Nintendo 8 to 64-Bit Video Games Showcase Auction – March 21

by Heritage Auctions | Feb 22, 2024 | 1980s, 1990s, Console/Handheld, Heritage Auctions

Video Games — Auction Preview by Brett Weiss Since the dawn of our video game auctions back in early 2019, one truth has emerged: Nintendo reigns supreme in the realms of collectability, unwavering brand loyalty, and the pantheon of iconic characters. Nintendo’s magic...

Modding Made Easy

by Scott Dyer | Feb 20, 2024 | 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Opinions

In recent years, the world of video game modifications, or “modding,” has exploded significantly. Nowadays, you can modify components, consoles, controllers, and memory cards! Whether it’s changing out the shell of your controller to that perfect shade of cherry...

GenXGrownUp Attends CES 2024!

by GenX Grownup | Feb 8, 2024 | 1970s, 1980s, Console/Handheld, GenX Grownup

Jon got to attend CES 2024 and saw some amazing new things coming down the road! Take a look at this playlist of videos that he made to see what you can expect in the next year! #myarcade #ces2024 #genxgrownup PATREON patreon.com/genxgrownup MERCH...

Four Player Atari Warlords on the Gamestation Pro?

by GenX Grownup | Feb 5, 2024 | 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Atari, Console/Handheld, GenX Grownup

Ever since the release of the Atari Gamestation Pro in 2023, we’ve enjoyed tinkering with it to see just how much more it can do than what is advertised on the box. We’ve added games, upped the firmware, and enjoyed new functionality. One of the most common questions...

Double Dragon Neon is Peak 80s

by Scott Dyer | Feb 2, 2024 | 1980s, 2010s, 2020s, Console/Handheld, Gaming, Opinions

Double Dragon Neon (released in 2012 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 and currently available on Steam and the Nintendo Switch) is an exaggerated re-imagining of the classic beat ’em up series that started in the arcades in 1987. The game is a hilarious tribute...