Vectrex Mini: Classic Vector Console Revived by Flynn’s Generation and Neo Reetro at Gamescom 2025

Vectrex Mini: Classic Vector Console Revived by Flynn’s Generation and Neo Reetro at Gamescom 2025 In the early 1980s, the Vectrex stood out from its contemporaries like the Atari 2600 and Intellivision by offering players a distinct gaming experience: an all-in-one system with a built-in vector display, reminiscent of arcade classics such as Asteroids.

Although the Vectrex did not find major commercial success in its original run, it has since developed a passionate following among retro gaming enthusiasts, with original units and games commanding high demand among collectors. Now, the Vectrex is set for a revival in the form of the Vectrex Mini, a modernized micro-console jointly developed by Flynn’s Generation and Neo Reetro.

The newly formed company has acquired the rights to the Vectrex brand and is showcasing working prototypes of the Vectrex Mini at Gamescom 2025.

This marks a significant moment for fans of vintage hardware and collectors who have long hoped for the console’s comeback. The Vectrex Mini maintains the spirit of the original by replicating the iconic monochrome vector display, but with modern enhancements.

The device features a high-quality AMOLED screen that accurately simulates the look and feel of a traditional CRT monitor, providing an authentic gaming experience in a compact form factor.

For contemporary convenience, the Vectrex Mini includes wireless controllers—designed to mirror the retro aesthetic, albeit in a smaller size—as well as HDMI-out for big-screen play and a MicroSD card slot to support the extensive library of homebrew and original Vectrex titles. According to information from the company’s official website, the Vectrex Mini is being developed in France by a diverse team of enthusiasts, engineers, designers, and programmers.

The stated mission is to promote and preserve the legacy of the Vectrex system for modern audiences.

"The development team is committed to reimagining solutions to bring Vectrex to today’s gamers," the site says, emphasizing the global collaboration of suppliers and stakeholders working together to realize their vision. Looking ahead, a Kickstarter campaign for the Vectrex Mini is set to launch next month, giving fans a chance to directly support the project and secure one of the new units.

With strong roots in both retro gaming culture and modern hardware design, the Vectrex Mini’s official unveiling at Gamescom 2025 is poised to generate significant buzz in the retro and indie gaming communities.

For those passionate about classic hardware and vector-based gameplay, the return of the Vectrex through the Vectrex Mini represents a noteworthy revival worth watching closely.

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