Best Retro Gaming Podcasts (2024)

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343 - RGDS Best Amiga Games: Volume Two - 25 - 01 4:49:02

1d ago4:49:02

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Drisky, Kingy, and Ric go through part two and the concluding part of our Amiga extravaganza where we go through our top 50 Amiga games. This episode covers from 25 through to 01 and our number one game. If that wasn't enough we include another massive free Amiga book covering in-depth, not only all the games covered and their related games in the …

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437: From Bullfrog to Two Point: Syndicate, Theme Hospital and Beyond with Mark Webley & Gary Carr 1:43:10

1d ago1:43:10

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This week we sit down with industry legends Mark Webley and Gary Carr! From Gary's start at Palace Software working on the classic Barbarian, to Mark's entry into Bullfrog, working on classics like Syndicate, Theme Park and Theme Hospital. Plus, how they continued this legacy with the making of Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus. Contents: 00:…

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623: The Wario Land Ranking Hootenanny 1:45:16

5d ago1:45:16

1:45:16

Jeremy Parish, Kevin Bunch, Stuart Gipp, and the Retronauts community gobble garlic, punch a wall for coins, and let rip a big ol'... hootenanny! This time, we rank the Wario Land games. Perhaps the most important conversation you'll hear all week. Art by Greg Melo. Edits by Greg Leahy. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreo…

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622: Episode 622 Preview: Retronauts Radio Summer 2024 10:13

6d ago10:13

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PREVIEW: Jeremy Parish spins up the turntable to explore some recent video game soundtrack reissues (mostly from Konami). Plus: YMO, Cotton, NiGHTS, some Momoku Kikuchi city pop, and more! Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive conten…

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436: From Bedroom Coders to AAA Games: Paul Driscoll on the Amiga Era - The Retro Hour EP436 1:39:14

8d ago1:39:14

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This week we’re joined by fellow podcaster, author, and huge Amiga fan, Paul Driscoll, AKA The Drisk. Paul is the host of the RGDS podcast and the author of several incredible free books on retro gaming. We chat about his new book, "Amiga Top 50 Games: Book One - 50 to 26". We explore what made the Amiga such a standout machine, relive classic game…

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RoundUp205 - Different And A Bit Wrong 7:36:43

9d ago7:36:43

7:36:43

Top Ten Trackball Games - (00:00) Gaming Trivia - (1:56:28) Hardware Flashback - (1:57:10) Zabutom: Cruel King of Vendelos - (2:27:12) Roland Perry Interview - (2:28:51) Book Review - (3:48:12) Dinosaur Pie - (4:02:55) Guinness Gaming Records - (5:14:46) Martin Galway: Highlander - (5:19:21) Random Thoughts - (5:22:23) Live News And Listener Views …

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621: Mad Max 1:36:38

12d ago1:36:38

1:36:38

When an Australian emergency room doctor set out to make a humble little car chase movie in the late '70s, he had no idea it would turn into an incredibly long-lived franchise that would light our minds on fire and cause us all to drive just a little bit faster. And now that nearly 50 years have passed, the Mad Max franchise has remained incredibly…

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RGS 077 - Movie tie-ins 3:36:00

15d ago3:36:00

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Grab your popcorn buckets, because the crew is here to review video games based on movies! With its not-so-shiny reputation, we're here to see if the stigma holds true by taking a look at games based on Die Hard, The Lawnmower Man, The World is Not Enough, and more. We also have some movie trivia, and Jeff repeatedly shakes his fist at the clouds, …

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435: Dragon's Lair to Disney: The Journey of Darlene Lacey - The Retro Hour EP434 1:33:20

15d ago1:33:20

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This week, we chat to Darlene Lacey, a trailblazer in game design and narrative development. Starting with her early experiences in arcades and her passion for story writing, Darlene shares her fascinating journey into the world of Advanced Microcomputer Systems. Learn about her pivotal role in the creation of iconic games like Dragon's Lair and Sp…

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620: Micro Machines 1:42:37

19d ago1:42:37

1:42:37

What if a car was small? Stuart Gipp, Lewis Clark, and Guy Kelly shrink themselves down, dive into a teeny-weeny jalopy and race to Retronauts Studios! Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.c…

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434: Real Time Games Software & Carrier Command with Ian Oliver - The Retro Hour EP434 1:39:51

22d ago1:39:51

1:39:51

This week, we hear the fascinating career of Ian Oliver as he shares insider stories from founding Real Time Games Software, including the development of the groundbreaking Carrier Command and creating development systems for Sega. From the humble beginnings of 3D Tank Duel on the ZX Spectrum to navigating the complexities of the Sega Dreamcast era…

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619: Episode 619 Preview: Dune 10:29

22d ago10:29

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You're listening to a free preview of Retronauts Episode 619: Dune. To hear the rest, and get two exclusive extra episodes every month, access to our previous Patreon-exclusive episodes, and early access to ad-free podcasts, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts.By Retronauts

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342 - RGDS Best Amiga Games: Volume One - 50 -26 4:37:32

22d ago4:37:32

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Drisky, Kingy, and Ric go through part one of our Amiga extravaganza where we go through our top 50 Amiga games. This episode covers from 50 through to 26. If that wasn't enough we include a massive free Amiga book covering in-depth, not only all the games covered and their related games in the series. but the history of the Amiga, all the game pac…

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618: The World Ends With You 1:59:51

26d ago1:59:51

1:59:51

Jeremy Parish, Kat Bailey, and Stuart Gipp put on their trendiest threads and rub Hachiko's nose for good luck as they work their way through the Shibuya-shaped maze that is Square Enix's iconoclastic DS classic The World Ends With You. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, …

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433: Stories of Amiga OS Development with Randell Jesup - The Retro Hour EP433 1:41:07

30d ago1:41:07

1:41:07

This week, we chat with Randell Jesup, former Senior Software Engineer at Commodore Amiga Inc. From his pioneering work with 80's online gaming platform PlayNET and the revolutionary Amiga OS. Discover how PlayNET evolved into Quantum Link and AOL, the challenges of developing high-performance drivers, and the innovative spirit that drove Amiga's s…

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Episode 333: Revival 2024 Plus A Lot Of Waffle! 2:07:40

30d ago2:07:40

2:07:40

This episode see's the return of the A-Team as Dean travels to Wolverhampton to checkout the Revival Game 2024 Not Over event. Mark bags a boot load of retro computing goodies and Steve totally forgets to mention that his new album is out now! Plus the guys waffle about video game magazines and a lot more! Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made th…

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617: N.A.R.C. 1:49:48

1M ago1:49:48

1:49:48

Just say "yes" to Diamond Feit, Jeremy Parish, and David Oxford as they D.A.R.E. to remember NARC, a classic ’80s arcade game that took the War on Drugs literally. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://w…

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341 - PS1 Racers: Vol 2 2:04:36

1M ago2:04:36

2:04:36

Drisky and Kingy return to the Sony PlayStation 1 to look for more lesser-heard-of racers. The games covered in this episode are: Courier Crisis Muppets Racemania Mille Miglia Vanishing Point Wild Rapids Running Wild Peak Performance Streak: Hoverboard Racing Burning Road Tank Racer Show notes: Innsmouth - https://bitfans.itch.io/innsmouth The Vide…

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616: Episode 616 Preview: Video Game House Bands 10:50

1M ago10:50

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Kevin Bunch, Diamond Feit and Brian Clark take an aural voyage into that moment in time when Japanese game companies formed their own bands to record and perform game music. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy this complete episode, ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusiv…

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432: Finders Keepers to Stormbringer: The Magic Knight Story With David Jones - The Retro Hour EP432 1:31:45

1M ago1:31:45

1:31:45

This week, we chat with legendary game developer David Jones, the creative mind behind the iconic Magic Knight series. David delves into the fascinating history of creating some of the most beloved 8-bit adventure games of the 1980s, from his innovative use of the TRS-80 Model III for Spectrum development to developing the storytelling and gameplay…

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615: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 1:33:22

1M ago1:33:22

1:33:22

Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RETRO to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RETRO. It's taken nearly four years, but it's finally here: part two of Square-Enix's ambitious trilogy of Final Fantasy VII remakes. And guess what? It's HUGE! While Remake proved the viability of a modern Final Fantasy VII reimagining, …

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RoundUp204 - Chase The Chuckwagon 5:38:49

1M ago5:38:49

5:38:49

Top Ten Mike Kennedy Moments - (00:00) Gaming Trivia - (2:09:30) Martin Galway: Wizball - (2:11:39) Dinosaur Pie - (2:17:41) Guinness Gaming Records - (3:24:10) Martin Galway: Comic Bakery - (3:27:23) Random Questions - (3:30:32) Live News And Listener Views - (3:32:48) URLs And EMails - (5:35:39) See the Shownotes Page. Suggest a future Top Ten To…

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431: Orbital: Paul Hartnoll on Rave Culture & Video Game Music - The Retro Hour EP431 1:38:49

1M ago1:38:49

1:38:49

We sit down with Paul Hartnoll of the legendary electronic duo Orbital. Paul takes us on a nostalgic journey, sharing his first gaming experiences and the early home systems that sparked his passion for technology. Plus the impact of Orbital's music featuring on classics like Wipeout, Test Drive 4 and creating music on the Atari ST. 00:00 - The Wee…

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Episode 332: Retro Movie Club Crossover 1:31:36

1M ago1:31:36

1:31:36

Roll up, roll up! In a special cross over episode, Mads and Mark are joined by Rich and Blake from the Retro Movie Club podcast to chose a game club game for June with a Retro Movie Club movie tie in. Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Richard Hyde Kingdiesel Roger Swan Shot2Bits…

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614: Video Games and the Nuclear Apocalypse 1:44:58

2M ago1:44:58

1:44:58

Nadia Oxford, Jaz Rignall, and Jeremy Parish look back at gaming's best (and scariest) depictions of nuclear apocalypse. ...is it 'Into this station" or "onto this station?" Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more a…

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Sidequests - Episode 30: Dan Returns, FF7 Rebirth, Piles Cream, & Sticky Vicky 1:46:05

2M ago1:46:05

1:46:05

Slather yourself up with piles cream as Dan returns to chat videogames with Zack and Eric. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth ghost attacking, what to expect for games going forward, and the sensation known only as Sticky Vicky.By Eric Pederson, Dan Curtis, Zack Fawley

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613: Episode 613 Preview: Final Fantasy VI (Live From Midwest Gaming Classic 2024) 9:21

2M ago9:21

9:21

You're listening to a free preview of Retronauts Episode 613: Final Fantasy VI (Live From Midwest Gaming Classic 2024). To hear the rest, and get two exclusive extra episodes every month, access to our previous Patreon-exclusive episodes, and early access to ad-free podcasts, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts.…

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430: Magic Carpet, Fun School & Theme Park with Mark Healey - The Retro Hour EP430 1:43:59

2M ago1:43:59

1:43:59

This week, we're joined by legendary game designer and artist Mark Healey. From his early days with a Commodore 64, working on the classic KGB Super Spy, to his pivotal role in iconic Bullfrog titles like Theme Park and Dungeon Keeper, Mark shares the stories and inspirations behind his work. Hear about his experiences with industry giants like the…

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612: Documenting Game History from Virtual Boy to J-Pop 2:33:09

2M ago2:33:09

2:33:09

Jeremy Parish speaks to Benj Edwards, Jose Zagat, Mark Flitman, and Brian Clark about their efforts to publish books about a wide swath of game history: A platform analysis of Virtual Boy, a history of games about Japanese rockers, and a career memoir. Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RETRO to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or dom…

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429: The Sims and Myst: Bringing Emotion To Games - The Retro Hour EP429 1:29:53

2M ago1:29:53

1:29:53

This week on the podcast, we sit down with the pioneering game designer Nicole Lazzaro, renowned for her work on iconic titles like The Sims, Myst, and Diner Dash. From playing Colossal Cave Adventure on shared computers to studying Psychology and Film at Stanford, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of emotions in games. Contents: 0…

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340 - Lynx Eats Boy's Lunch 1:59:37

2M ago1:59:37

1:59:37

Yes its another fab episode of RGDS your Retro Gaming discussion Show. It's your host Paul Driscoll AKA Drisky and Gordon King AKA Kingy to discuss the wonderful Atari Lynx handheld console. So koin us as we go through this wonderful hand held machine. Please join us on our You Tube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RGDSPodcast-qw6mw We have l…

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Episode 331: Conker's Bad Fur Day 1:50:00

2M ago1:50:00

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In this episode Mark, Mads and Chris look at the Rare cult classic, Conker's Bad Fur Day. Is the game a load of great mighty poo? Or does it live up to that lofty second hand price tag? Listen in to find out. Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations! Richard Hyde kingdiesel Roger Swan S…

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611: The Contra: Operation Galuga Wail 1:20:17

2M ago1:20:17

1:20:17

Wrapping up Contra series with a look at WayForward's Contra: Operation Galuga, with Stuart Gipp, Thomas Nickel and John Linneman. Bandanas on! Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retro…

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Sidequests - Episode 29: Microsoft Doing Microsoft Things 1:27:49

2M ago1:27:49

1:27:49

Eric and Zack scrape themselves to rag on Microsoft closing more studios and chat about passive gaming with Rusty's Retirement.By Factory Sealed

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428: Burnout 1&2 to Sonic Rivals with Joe Bonar - The Retro Hour EP428 1:35:19

2M ago1:35:19

1:35:19

We catch up with the legendary Joe Bonar as he discusses his journey from the early days of the GameCube to developing on quirky systems like the Nokia N-Gage. Joe gives us an insider’s look into the creation of groundbreaking titles like Burnout, Tron 2.0, and Sonic Rivals. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 39:09 - Joe Bonar Intervie…

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609: The State of Emulation 1:47:38

2M ago1:47:38

1:47:38

Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RETRO to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RETRO. While it started exclusively as an activity enjoyed by a small demographic of ultra-nerdy young people with knowledge of obscure websites, emulation has gradually blossomed over the past thirty years into something we all do regula…

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427: Williams Electronics and Designing The Amiga with Sam Dicker - The Retro Hour EP427 1:25:39

2M ago1:25:39

1:25:39

This week, we're joined by Sam Dicker, a pioneer who helped shape the sound and fury of iconic games like Defender and Sinistar. We explore his time at Williams Electronics and joining the early Amiga crew, Sam shares his stories behind the creation of game-changing sounds and making the legendary Amiga 'boing ball' demo that wowed CES in 1984. Con…

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RoundUp203 - Falling With Style 9:41:21

2M ago9:41:21

9:41:21

Top Ten Arcade Flying Games - (00:00) Gaming Trivia - (2:01:30) Hardware Flashback - (2:01:57) Dub Mood: 2D Racer Level 1 - (2:32:04) Craig Turner Interview - (2:34:47) Dinosaur Pie - (3:26:57) Guinness Gaming Records - (6:22:16) YM Rockerz - Timbral Junkie 2149 - (6:24:46) Random Questions - (6:28:07) Live News And Listener Views - (6:29:14) URLs …

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620: The Capcom Marvel Universe 2:03:33

3M ago2:03:33

2:03:33

Before there was an MCU, video game arcades played host to the CMU. Join Diamond Feit, Kevin Bunch, and John Learned as they recount the early 90s giant-sized collaboration between Capcom and Marvel. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclu…

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607: Episode 607 Preview: Final Fantasy VI Character Ranking Hootenanny 7:23

3M ago7:23

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You're listening to a free preview of Retronauts Episode 607: Final Fantasy VI Character Ranking Hootenanny. To hear the rest, and get two exclusive extra episodes every month, access to our previous Patreon-exclusive episodes, and early access to ad-free podcasts, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts.…

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339 - The Sega 32X 1:48:34

3M ago1:48:34

1:48:34

In this episode, Drisky and Kingy choose 6 games from Sega's ill-fated Mega Drive add-on that is the 32X. Is it worth playing? The prices for the games can certainly be eye-watering. Join the lads as they discuss their chosen list. Games in this episode are: The Amazing Spiderman: Web of Fire Kolibri Shadow Squadron Knuckles Chaotix Metalhead Tempo…

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426: Amstrad CPC with Roland Perry Pt 2: The Sinclair Takeover, Expanding the Range - The Retro Hour EP426 1:18:21

3M ago1:18:21

1:18:21

We continue our celebrations of 40 years of the Amstrad CPC with part 2 of our chat with Roland Perry. This episode dives into the Sinclair acquisition, the transformation of Amstrad after incorporating the Spectrum, the expansion of the CPC line into high-end models, and a peek at some intriguing unreleased prototypes. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's…

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607: Farewell, Akira Toriyama 1:30:46

3M ago1:30:46

1:30:46

Diamond Feit, Kevin Bunch, Bob Mackey, and special guest Matt Alt bid farewell to a legendary artist, cartoonist, and cultural force for good in a podcast dedicated to the memory of Akira Toriyama. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusi…

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Episode 149 - Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth 3:19:09

3M ago3:19:09

3:19:09

Final Fantasy the mini game chroniclesBy The RPG Show

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425: Amstrad CPC 40th Anniversary with Roland Perry Pt 1 - The Retro Hour EP425 1:28:50

3M ago1:28:50

1:28:50

Join us on a special journey back in time with Roland Perry, the visionary tech consultant behind the legendary Amstrad CPC, as we celebrate 40 incredible years of this iconic machine. In this not-to-be-missed episode, Roland takes us from his early days tinkering with electronics in school, through the founding of Ambit International, right up to …

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605: Dragon Quest VIII 1:09:09

3M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

Nadia Oxford forms a party with GvG's Derrick Bitner to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Dragon Quest 8, one of the PlayStation 2's best RPGs. Art by Nick Wanserski, edits by Greg Leahy. This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RETRO to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RETRO. R…

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Sidequests - Episode 28: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Dragon's Dogma 2, Midwest Gaming Classic 1:31:08

3M ago1:31:08

1:31:08

We profusely apologize for cheating on MoCon with Midwest Gaming classic before very loosely breaking the seal on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and discover just how much fun it is to have no idea what to do in Dragon's Dogma 2.By Factory Sealed

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604: Episode 604 Preview: The Hunt for Red October 11:17

3M ago11:17

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Retrogaming buckeroos Jeremy Parish, Diamond Feit, and Ray Barnholt put their faith in the power of Glasnost and dive into the deepest channels of video game and media history to take part in The Hunt for Red October. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio qualit…

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424: From Harvester to Midway with Lee Jacobson - The Retro Hour EP424 1:31:07

3M ago1:31:07

1:31:07

This week, we have a virtual sit-down with Lee Jacobson, the creative force behind the cult classic dark adventure game 'Harvester' and the groundbreaking 'Command Adventures: Starship' and the B-movie style 1994 FPS 'The Fortress of Dr. Radiaki', sharing behind-the-scenes tales from the early days of FPS and adventure games. Contents: 00:00 - The …

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603: King's Quest 1:41:28

3M ago1:41:28

1:41:28

In the 18 years we've been putting out this little podcast, we've never produced a single episode wholly devoted to classic Sierra games. Well, that sin against listenerkind ends TODAY as we peer back 40 years in the past to discuss the monumentally important adventure game, King's Quest. Originally intended as a means to sell a platform that died …

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