PHILADELPHIA, PA – December 1, 2025 – If you’ve been thinking about adding The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit to your PlayStation 5, Switch, or NES library, you’ll want to act soon. Pre-orders for the physical editions of The Nerd’s latest adventure close next Sunday, December 7, over at Limited Run Games.
Published by Retroware and developed by Programancer—the creator of Prison City and The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest—The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit released digitally on October 23 on all modern platforms, delivering side-scrolling action and precision platforming inspired by the toughest NES classics. Combining pixel-perfect retro presentation with modern production values, the current-gen versions feature exclusive live-action footage filmed just for the game to make it feel like a fully interactive episode of the long-running Cinemassacre web series.
In addition to the modern editions of The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit, the Mega Cat Studios-developed NES version delivers the authentic Nerd experience and is available in three cartridge colors: Standard Edition NES Gray ($69.99), and Limited Edition ($79.99) Nerd Rage Red, and Super Mecha Baddie Blue. The previously announced Legendary Gold cartridge (limited to just 500 copies worldwide) sold out in minutes. So if you want to add one of these highly collectible carts to your own personal Nerd Room, now’s your chance!
Watch The Angry Video Game Nerd Launch Trailer Here
“Playing AVGN 8-Bit feels like you’re entering my subconscious mind as the Nerd, encountering all the enemies and stages that I’ve reviewed on the show,” said The Angry Video Game Nerd, James Rolfe. “It’s an amalgamation of all your NES dreams and nightmares. From Retroware, teaming up with Mega Cat Studios and Programancer, this is sure to bring back all those retro memories of gripping the controller, screaming, and fist pumping.”
Nerd fans can get a taste of the retro-inspired chaos that awaits in The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit today with the demo, now available to download on all platforms.
About Retroware
At Retroware, we’re all about modern retro games. We develop, publish, make merch, and run arcades—bringing you retro experiences with modern conveniences.
About Mega Cat Studios
Proudly based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios has a passion for creating unforgettable retro experiences for your favorite classic and modern consoles.
About Limited Run Games
At Limited Run Games, we believe your game library should be on a shelf, not just a page in a digital account. Our games are made for the people who love them, by people who care deeply about the history of gaming.
