8BITJOYSTICK

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Retro. Technology. Life. Welcome to the cozy, authentic side of retro games. I’m Jake, and 8bitjoystick is dedicated to enhancing lives through the appreciation of retro games and retro media. I make monthly, high-quality, documentary-style videos that go beyond the hype to celebrate the 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit eras. Whether it’s preserving CRT history, celebrating classic hardware, or exploring the many ways to enjoy retro games, this channel is about slowing down and finding real joy in the experience. The Schedule: New videos release on the last Saturday of every month. The Crew: Jake: Host & Editor This Guy: Executive Producer (Orange Cat) Pull up a chair, grab a controller, and Stay Awesome, Play Retro

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A Orange Cat help me test out my Camera

A Orange Cat help me test out my Camera 8BITJOYSTICK

10 hours ago

Why You NEED a CRT TV: Stop Saying NOSTALGIA!

Why You NEED a CRT TV: Stop Saying NOSTALGIA! 8BITJOYSTICK

11.9K views - 2 weeks ago

Arcade Closed? No Problem! Space Room Lounge Arcade Action!

Arcade Closed? No Problem! Space Room Lounge Arcade Action! 8BITJOYSTICK

331 views - 1 month ago

ALL The FIGHTING Games at QuarterWorld! -Arcade Action

ALL The FIGHTING Games at QuarterWorld! -Arcade Action 8BITJOYSTICK

348 views - 1 month ago

Nintendo's ZAPPER Classics on a Real Tube TV! CRT Corner

Nintendo's ZAPPER Classics on a Real Tube TV! CRT Corner 8BITJOYSTICK

501 views - 1 month ago

This RAD Arcade is a LAUNDROMAT!? - Arcade Action

This RAD Arcade is a LAUNDROMAT!? - Arcade Action 8BITJOYSTICK

527 views - 1 month ago

Why DID They Put a SCREEN in a Controller?! ECHTPower EP05

Why DID They Put a SCREEN in a Controller?! ECHTPower EP05 8BITJOYSTICK

701 views - 1 month ago

I went to a Retro Game Holiday Market

I went to a Retro Game Holiday Market 8BITJOYSTICK

2 months ago

Miktver 10.5" Monitor - The Best Small Screen for Retro Gaming?

Miktver 10.5" Monitor - The Best Small Screen for Retro Gaming? 8BITJOYSTICK

1K views - 2 months ago

Looking for Arcade Games in Portland

Looking for Arcade Games in Portland 8BITJOYSTICK

2 months ago

Beating Street Fighter II at a Rad Pizzeria! - Arcade Action

Beating Street Fighter II at a Rad Pizzeria! - Arcade Action 8BITJOYSTICK

518 views - 2 months ago

Yo! Noid was a NINJA?!

Yo! Noid was a NINJA?! 8BITJOYSTICK

347 views - 2 months ago

Retro CRT Corner: The GOONIES, CONTRA & More! (KONAMI in Japan)

Retro CRT Corner: The GOONIES, CONTRA & More! (KONAMI in Japan) 8BITJOYSTICK

1.5K views - 2 months ago

Retro CRT Corner: CAPCOM on PC-Engine/TurboGrafx-16

Retro CRT Corner: CAPCOM on PC-Engine/TurboGrafx-16 8BITJOYSTICK

1K views - 3 months ago

"NO PC" Video Capture for ALL RETRO Games: Cloner Alliance Box Pro

"NO PC" Video Capture for ALL RETRO Games: Cloner Alliance Box Pro 8BITJOYSTICK

4.8K views - 3 months ago

Ground Kontrol, Powell's Books, & MORE! (Members-Only Vlog)

Ground Kontrol, Powell's Books, & MORE! (Members-Only Vlog) 8BITJOYSTICK

3 months ago

Retro CRT Corner: Castlevania, Splatterhouse, Devil's Crush!

Retro CRT Corner: Castlevania, Splatterhouse, Devil's Crush! 8BITJOYSTICK

737 views - 3 months ago

My EASY Pro Audio Upgrade for Making YouTube: NEEWER CM28 Pro

My EASY Pro Audio Upgrade for Making YouTube: NEEWER CM28 Pro 8BITJOYSTICK

169 views - 3 months ago

MECHDIY Miyoo Mini Plus | Purrfect for a COZY Night In

MECHDIY Miyoo Mini Plus | Purrfect for a COZY Night In 8BITJOYSTICK

926 views - 3 months ago

WHAT IS RETRO? I ask Portland Retro Gaming Expo!

WHAT IS RETRO? I ask Portland Retro Gaming Expo! 8BITJOYSTICK

1.2K views - 3 months ago

What I got at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025!

What I got at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025! 8BITJOYSTICK

681 views - 3 months ago

FINAL DAY - Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025

FINAL DAY - Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025 8BITJOYSTICK

936 views - 3 months ago

ModRetro M64 Hands-On Impressions!

ModRetro M64 Hands-On Impressions! 8BITJOYSTICK

9.9K views - 3 months ago

Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025 - Day Two

Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025 - Day Two 8BITJOYSTICK

1.3K views - 3 months ago

Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025 - Day One

Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2025 - Day One 8BITJOYSTICK

4.1K views - 3 months ago

ModRetro M64 Palmer Luckey Interview

ModRetro M64 Palmer Luckey Interview 8BITJOYSTICK

10.5K views - 3 months ago

GeekEasy Anime Cafe Portland Oregon

GeekEasy Anime Cafe Portland Oregon 8BITJOYSTICK

4 months ago

HOFFREE Massage Office Chair: Is It WORTH IT for Big Gamers?

HOFFREE Massage Office Chair: Is It WORTH IT for Big Gamers? 8BITJOYSTICK

925 views - 4 months ago

EARTHION on SEGA Genesis: Relaxing Retro CRT Corner

EARTHION on SEGA Genesis: Relaxing Retro CRT Corner 8BITJOYSTICK

2.9K views - 4 months ago

TOO BUSY for Retro Games? Try This!

TOO BUSY for Retro Games? Try This! 8BITJOYSTICK

23.2K views - 4 months ago

The Neakasa M1: Level Up Your Cat!

The Neakasa M1: Level Up Your Cat! 8BITJOYSTICK

762 views - 4 months ago

I beat BONK'S ADVENTURE Relaxing Retro CRT Corner

I beat BONK'S ADVENTURE Relaxing Retro CRT Corner 8BITJOYSTICK

988 views - 4 months ago

N64 COOLEST Racer That You MISSED!

N64 COOLEST Racer That You MISSED! 8BITJOYSTICK

697 views - 4 months ago

Metal Slug X & Samurai Shodown V: Relaxing Retro CRT Corner

Metal Slug X & Samurai Shodown V: Relaxing Retro CRT Corner 8BITJOYSTICK

1.4K views - 5 months ago

Can I buy ANIME at The Mall? 📀 📼

Can I buy ANIME at The Mall? 📀 📼 8BITJOYSTICK

5 months ago

CRT TV Gundam: The Sad VAPORWAVE Truth of a VHS Fansub Anime

CRT TV Gundam: The Sad VAPORWAVE Truth of a VHS Fansub Anime 8BITJOYSTICK

6.4K views - 5 months ago

Local Man goes Retro Game Shopping, Gets Jianbing

Local Man goes Retro Game Shopping, Gets Jianbing 8BITJOYSTICK

5 months ago

THIS is the ULTIMATE CRT TV Upgrade!

THIS is the ULTIMATE CRT TV Upgrade! 8BITJOYSTICK

46.3K views - 5 months ago

Relaxing Retro CRT Corner - Alex Kidd in Shinobi World

Relaxing Retro CRT Corner - Alex Kidd in Shinobi World 8BITJOYSTICK

5 months ago

Relaxing Retro CRT Corner - Final Fight CD

Relaxing Retro CRT Corner - Final Fight CD 8BITJOYSTICK

5 months ago

Rose City Rollers VS. Arch Rivals REMATCH 2025

Rose City Rollers VS. Arch Rivals REMATCH 2025 8BITJOYSTICK

5 months ago

One AWESOME Headset for Retro & Modern Game Consoles!!

One AWESOME Headset for Retro & Modern Game Consoles!! 8BITJOYSTICK

556 views - 5 months ago

Contra's SECRET Identity: The Story of Konami's Probotector

Contra's SECRET Identity: The Story of Konami's Probotector 8BITJOYSTICK

806 views - 6 months ago

Don't Buy a CRT TV Until You Watch This (ULTIMATE Guide)

Don't Buy a CRT TV Until You Watch This (ULTIMATE Guide) 8BITJOYSTICK

139.3K views - 6 months ago

Test: How Much Power Does an EverDrive GB X7 REALLY Drain?

Test: How Much Power Does an EverDrive GB X7 REALLY Drain? 8BITJOYSTICK

1.6K views - 6 months ago

Best Rechargeable Battery for Your FPGA Game Boy: Ni-MH vs. Ni-Zn!

Best Rechargeable Battery for Your FPGA Game Boy: Ni-MH vs. Ni-Zn! 8BITJOYSTICK

1.4K views - 6 months ago

Shop Smart Shop H-Mart! You got that!

Shop Smart Shop H-Mart! You got that! 8BITJOYSTICK

6 months ago

AV Famicom Review: An Ultimate 8-Bit Nintendo Buyer's Guide

AV Famicom Review: An Ultimate 8-Bit Nintendo Buyer's Guide 8BITJOYSTICK

3.6K views - 6 months ago

This $30 Switch 2 Controller for "Player 2" ACTUALLY Doesn't Suck!

This $30 Switch 2 Controller for "Player 2" ACTUALLY Doesn't Suck! 8BITJOYSTICK

643 views - 6 months ago

TMNT Hyperstone Heist: SEGA's Superior 16-bit Turtles Game

TMNT Hyperstone Heist: SEGA's Superior 16-bit Turtles Game 8BITJOYSTICK

1.1K views - 6 months ago

RAD SEGA D-Pad for Switch 1 & 2! (NO DRIFT) - GuliKit Elves 2 Pro

RAD SEGA D-Pad for Switch 1 & 2! (NO DRIFT) - GuliKit Elves 2 Pro 8BITJOYSTICK

684 views - 6 months ago

This GameCube Controller for Switch 1 & 2 is ALMOST Perfect

This GameCube Controller for Switch 1 & 2 is ALMOST Perfect 8BITJOYSTICK

2.1K views - 6 months ago

I Found a REAL Japanese-Style Manga Cafe in Portland!

I Found a REAL Japanese-Style Manga Cafe in Portland! 8BITJOYSTICK

6 months ago

How to Watch Cartoons Like It's ACTUALLY 1985 (My Experiment)

How to Watch Cartoons Like It's ACTUALLY 1985 (My Experiment) 8BITJOYSTICK

2K views - 7 months ago

Review: NeoGeo Super Pocket | Cozy Retro Arcade Fun!

Review: NeoGeo Super Pocket | Cozy Retro Arcade Fun! 8BITJOYSTICK

1.4K views - 7 months ago

My Cat Won't Let Me Build My Gundam Model!

My Cat Won't Let Me Build My Gundam Model! 8BITJOYSTICK

7 months ago

Aesthetic Anime at TOTL Games

Aesthetic Anime at TOTL Games 8BITJOYSTICK

7 months ago

The Ultimate 8BitDo Mega Review: How I Use All 10 of Them!

The Ultimate 8BitDo Mega Review: How I Use All 10 of Them! 8BITJOYSTICK

3.8K views - 7 months ago