The wait is almost over. Philly-based developer and publisher Retroware is officially launching The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit in just two weeks, on October 23, 2025, for modern consoles and Steam. Fueled by fury and decades of gaming trauma, the new Nerd adventure is jam-packed with all of the punishing gameplay, nostalgic nods, and crude humor fans have come to love from Cinemassacre’s long-running web series.
“The pre-launch grind is intense, but it’s worth it! I’m excited for everyone to get their hands on this S****Y GAME!” said Programancer, the game’s developer.
An all-new Nerd experience, The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is developed by pixel wizard Programancer (the mind behind Prison City and The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest) and Retroware. Between stages, newly filmed live-action cutscenes starring James Rolfe flesh out the story to make it feel like you’re in control of your very own Nerd episode.
“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.”
In addition to the modern digital versions launching this month, a physical NES version is being produced by Mega Cat Studios. Pre-orders for the cartridge, along with physical versions of the modern console releases, will be made available soon by publisher Limited Run Games.
In case you missed it, watch the Release Date Announcement Trailer here
Need something to hold you over? The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit demo is now available to download. Be sure to wishlist your copy today.
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