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Atari’s Yars’ Revenge OFFICIAL HSW Sequel Status! – Exclusive Interview
Yars’ Revenge is a video game designed by Howard Scott Warshaw for the Atari Video Computer System. The game involves a fly-like humanoid alien race known as Yars attacking their arch-rivals the Qotile who have destroyed their habitable planets in their solar system. The players control a Yar and fire or devour an energy shield…
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THE400 Mini Atari 8-bit Computer
The Atari 8-bit computer line is finally getting its due in the form of THE400 Mini from Retro Games & PLAION. If you are an Atari 8-bit fan, then you know what this is exciting news. This much-anticipated plug-and-play console has just arrived in the GenXGrownUp studios, and Jon is giddy with the potential! #atari…
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Wonder Boy in Monster Land- An RPG for Arcade?
Originally released in the arcade in Japan in 1987, Ryuichi Nishizawa’s Wonder Boy in Monster Land is one of the most influential early Sega games not named Sonic the Hedgehog, Kid Chameleon or Alex Kidd. An ambitious arcade action/RPG, its Sega Master System port introduced better sound to the already smooth gameplay, making it an…
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Un Señor Con Sombrero – A challenging Monochrome Platformer for the ZX Spectrum by Kraptol
If you love games with a Monochrome style such as the more recent release of ‘TONY’ or the 2023 game of 7.7.7.7, then make sure to check out Kraptol’s new speccy game of ‘Un Señor Con Sombrero’. A game in which playing as the elegant and stubborn top hat collector Dominique Lamand, you must embark on…
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Fallout, Lunar Lander Beyond, & Progression of AI
About This Episode We watch a post-apocalyptic TV series based on an equally post-apocalyptic game franchise, explore how artificial intelligence is creeping its way into our lives, and play a brand new game that adds a layer of story onto a 1979 Atari arcade classic. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter…
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11 Solo Retro Puzzle Games That Are Not Tetris
Puzzle games have a unique way of captivating players, challenging their minds, and providing endless hours of entertainment. The joy and excitement of playing puzzle games lie in their ability to stimulate cognitive function, enhance problem-solving skills, and offer a sense of accomplishment. These games test our ability to think logically, recognize patterns, and solve…
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Splatch! – Amstrad CPC Boulder Dash clone gets a Commodore 64 conversion by Vector5 Games
Thanks to Saberman contacting us just recently, we’ve been told that Vector5 Games, who was behind Space Station 23, Laserscape, Jump Out, and our personal favorite Santa’s Workout. Has released the Boulder Dash clone of ‘Splatch!’ for the Commodore 64! A game that was originally released as a type-in program in the Amstrad Computer User magazine…
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Are Retro Aesthetics Common At Online Casinos?
With technological advancements increasing, online casinos are doing their best to keep up with the latest fads to keep you and me happy. This is what any business will do because the client is king. But in reality, online entertainment sites want to gain more customers by having something for everybody to expand their reach…
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Donkey Kong ’94 on Nintendo Game Boy is WAY MORE than an Arcade Port!
Donkey Kong,[a] also referred to as Donkey Kong ’94, is a 1994 puzzle-platform game developed by Nintendo and Pax Softnica and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy. Donkey Kong is loosely based on the 1981 arcade game of the same name and its sequel Donkey Kong Jr. Like in the original arcade and NES…
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The most underrated retro games
Retro games hold a very special place in every gamer’s heart if they grew up in the 80s and 90s. Even though the graphics were not even close to the modern titles, their simplicity and challenging gameplay still manage to evoke a sense of nostalgia that is quite unmatched. Let’s dive into the world of…
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