10 Atari 8-bit Computer Games You MUST PLAY on THE400 Mini!

by GenX Grownup | Feb 12, 2024 | 1970s, 1980s, GenX Grownup

The Atari 8-bit computer line is finally getting its due in the form of THE400 Mini (which Jon can’t stop himself from calling “THE A 400 Mini”) from Retro Games & PLAION. If you are an Atari 8-bit fan, then you already know the amazing game library a gadget like...

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...

Taito Super Pocket Review | The Next Big Thing?

by GenX Grownup | Jan 18, 2024 | 1980s, Console/Handheld, GenX Grownup

The Blaze Taito Super Pocket (Hyper Mega Tech) not only sports 18 Taito arcade games, save states, scan lines, variable difficulty, and an included rechargeable battery, but also allows for expansion with already-established Blaze Evercade cartridges! Could this...

Atari 2600+ Firmware Update Instructions | v1.1 Beta on Your Plus

by GenX Grownup | Jan 11, 2024 | 1990s, 2000s, GenX Grownup

At release, the Atari 2600+ was a fun throwback conosole allowing you to play physical Atari 2600 and 7800 cartridges, but it was lacking a bit of compatibility and functionality that Atari fans were hoping for. As of today, a beta for the first firmware update for...

Top 10 Atari 2600+ Cartridges for UNDER TEN BUCKS!

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

The Atari 2600+ will be under many Christmas trees this season, but since it requires physical media to play games, you’re gonna need to flesh out your cartridge collection before Santa shows up. But which games should you be on the lookout for? GenXGrownUp has done...