Best Analog Players Podcasts (2024)

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THE RETURN OF ANALOG - Live from Summit 13 ft. Zain, Toph, iBDW, Fendy, and more! 2:12:31

2y ago2:12:31

2:12:31

Your eyes (or ears) don't deceive you - after more than two years, the analog boys are back with a super-sized episode live from Smash Summit 13! This episode's got everything you remember and more: super-star guests, musings on what it means just to play Melee, rambling discussions of Mafia and other non-Melee games, camera issues, and a general d…

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Pass The Vlachos (S40:E14) 52:09

4y ago52:09

52:09

Psych! Bet you thought this episode wasn't ever coming. We have been marinating this episode for one month. Tender and juicy for your enjoyment - your favorite tribal talkers dish on the final episode of the penultimate season of Survivor. Hope you're hungry! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 21 - Gradius 58:23

4y ago58:23

58:23

In Episode 21 of the Arcade Castle, John Finds himself separated from Patrick by the Bacterian Empire and the robotic foot soldiers from Berzerk, both of which seem to be allied with the computer virus Omnicron. Taking refuge in a 'Human Storage Facility' on one of the Bacterian Flagships, John chances upon his old friend and now pressganged janito…

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The BENultimate Analogy (S40:13) 46:12

4y ago46:12

46:12

This week the brothers lament the lack of elephants and lions in modern Survivor. They ask if Tony made the rights moves, if Sarah has a case for the Jury, and if anyone has a chance to beat Natalie on her way back from the Edge of Extinction. Ben gives out his latest and greatest award: WHAT WAS THAT?! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…

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Kim's Last Stand (S40:12) 47:45

4y ago47:45

47:45

Ben and Caleb talk about their preparation for each episode. They wonder if Adam should have even bothered with the challenge on EoE. After that they do an in depth study of their shoulder strength by attempting this weeks immunity challenge. They rate strategy, give out their awards, and conclude who will be voted out in next week's two hour speci…

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Tony the Terrible (S40:E11) 43:04

4y ago43:04

43:04

Ben and Caleb cover this virtuoso of an episode from Tony the Tyrannical. They ask if Nick is a good attorney, are "live tribals" hot garbage, and if Ben Driebergen blew through his million dollar prize. They discuss how Sophie is a great player and deserves credit for a fantastic season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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Sobs-R-Us (S40:10) 35:13

4y ago35:13

35:13

Ben and Caleb keep it Calm, Cool, and "Collective" this week on Tribal Talk. They dive into the pandemonium of the Loved Ones visit. Caleb was vindicated with his pick from last week. Ben calls that Jeremy will have a big roll next week and Caleb stakes his reputation on the proper way to carry a block in your mouth. --- Support this podcast: https…

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This Episode is Not an Immunity Idol (S40:E09) 43:09

4y ago43:09

43:09

This one has it all. The brothers laugh, cry, and sing their way into your hearts with their patented overly critical analysis of the Fijian Survivors. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Peanut Butter Tyson! (S40:E08) 38:19

4+ y ago38:19

38:19

Attention, yokels! Prepare to be educated! In this one, what you DIDN'T know about peanut butter nutrition. Caleb does an intro, and the brothers disagree about something for once!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Once Bitten {Sandra Diaz} Twine Shy (S40:07) 44:41

4+ y ago44:41

44:41

In this one... Ben and Caleb do some island hopping and get real salty. Let's talk legacies, the return of the real godfather, and more peanut butter mistakes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Not Very {De}Nice! (S40:E06) 36:42

4+ y ago36:42

36:42

Ben and Caleb are here to give you a break from the current Coronavirus panic! Did you know that Ben Driebergen could kill a man? Or that Sophie is great under pressure? Was Tyson's Peanut Butter purchase smart or stupid? And finally, where Sandra ranks on the "All Time Dumb Moves" list? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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A Walk in the {Sophie} Clarke! (S40:E05) 36:07

4+ y ago36:07

36:07

Ben has a mysterious sickness and Caleb can't stop having multiple answers. Ben and Caleb discuss Boston Rob's natural tendencies, if Michelle and Wendell will patch things up, and who is the current front runner to win it all.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Yul Wanna Hear This! (S40:E04) 33:51

4+ y ago33:51

33:51

In this one, the brothers are turning the new leaf over again. Ben apologizes to the cancer survivor, and Caleb loooooves Yul. Don't miss this one, or Yul be sorry!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Adam Bombs! (S40:03) 41:24

4+ y ago41:24

41:24

Caleb and Ben are proud to BEQUEATH to you: the THIRD episode of this season review of the greatest show on Earth. We're not saying this is the best Survivor podcast, but we are definitely better than the others. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Congratulations {Danni}, You Played Yourself! (S40:02) 38:53

4+ y ago38:53

38:53

Caleb and Ben give unsolicited advice to everyone and no one ever listens.We've already got losers and winners in Season 40, and nobody is safe from the ever-critical eyes and ears of the Tribal Talk brothers! ...Except for Boston Rob. He's perfectly safe.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Boston Robbed! (S40:E01) 30:10

4+ y ago30:10

30:10

Back by popular demand, Ben and Caleb have gloriously returned to the podcasting realm. Listen as they discuss Boston Robert's campaign of treachery against the hapless survivors in Season 40. Also, in this episode, Ben turns over a new leaf. Or does he? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Ep. 13: Survivor S38:E13 - I See The Million Dollars 55:43

5y ago55:43

55:43

Ben and Caleb discuss the season FINALE of Survivor Edge of Extinction! They are joined by YouTube Survivor Scholar Peridiam! They discuss if Chris deserved the win, what Devens and Gavin did wrong, and if the mother archetype can ever win Survivor again. Be sure to check out Peridiam's YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/c/peridiam. --- Support thi…

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Ep. 12: Survivor S38:E12 - Idol or Bust 35:36

5y ago35:36

35:36

Ben and Caleb have a wide ranging discussion on Devens big moves, Caleb examines if Devens is just Ben Drieberger 2.0, and Ben laments Lauren's lack of idol play. Caleb asks if any of the Edge of Extinction players have a chance at winning anymore. Most importantly, they share their newfound love of Queen Reem, Ruler of the Extinction Islands! --- …

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Arcade Castle - Episode 20 - Dragon's Lair 42:27

5y ago42:27

42:27

In Episode 20 of the Arcade Castle Podcast, John and Patrick find themselves at the very doorstep of the DRAGON'S LAIR! (Due in large part to the autonavigation's inability to differentiate between ancient crumbling castles....must be a CAPTCHA thing...) Passing on traversing the treacherous rooms and levels of the Dragon's Lair, Arcade Castle inst…

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Ep. 11: Survivor S38:E11 - Awkward 32:19

5y ago32:19

32:19

Ben and Caleb discuss how Rick is running away with the game - can anyone stop him? Topics include: Queen Reem and her new outfit, Ron's sneaky advantage play, the rambunctious jury, and if having a shield is wise! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Tribal Talk Trivia Ep. 2 - Lost In Translation 6:23

5y ago6:23

6:23

Caleb quizzes Ben on language related questions that tie into this season of Survivor! Tune in for this quick fun segment! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Ep. 10: Survivor S38:E10 - Fasten Your Seatbelts 35:34

5y ago35:34

35:34

Ben and Caleb go over the post return-player world of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. They go over their favorite lines of the episode, the biggest challenge threat, and if WarDog is faking his unathleticism. They also talk about which players are best at the social game and if any of the Edge players have a compelling case if they make it to final t…

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Tribal Talk Trivia Ep. 1 - Survivor...Could You? 6:41

5y ago6:41

6:41

Ben quizzes Caleb on Survivor related questions. Tune in for this quick fun segment! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Ep. 9: Survivor S38:E9 - Blood of a Blindside 36:52

5y ago36:52

36:52

Ben and Caleb discuss the DOUBLE TRIBAL episode of Survivor: Edge of Extinction! They go over this week's funniest moment, Aurora's bold move to give away her extra vote, and if Lauren will be able to successfully play her idol. Additional topics include: Who is the challenge threat? Should there be more immunity challenge variety, and which EoE pl…

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Ep. 8: Survivor S38:E08 - Y'all Making Me Crazy 31:34

5y ago31:34

31:34

Ben and Caleb discuss how we saw our bois get back together (David and Devens), how Julie is feeling alone, and how the Koolaid Man blows up tribal council. Listen in to hear the breakdown of the tumultuous tribal council and who has the most power going forward! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/suppor…

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Ep. 7: Survivor S38:E07 - I’m the Puppet Master 35:21

5+ y ago35:21

35:21

Ben and Caleb discuss Lauren passing out, the Kool-aid Man losing his temper, and witnessing our favorite old married couple (David and Kelley) burying the hatchet. Of course, they also talk about the stunning tribal upset where the Kama Six became the Kama Nix'd! BONUS NEW SEGMENT - TREE MAIL! Ben and Caleb read and answer questions from listeners…

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Ep. 6: Survivor S38:E06 - There’s Always a Twist 33:11

5+ y ago33:11

33:11

Join Ben and Caleb at the merge feast and ask if the Kama 6 made the right choice in who they target. Will Lesu be able to stop the civil war and figure a way out from the bottom? Why was the EoE return challenge more suspenseful than normal, and is Julie a secret challenge beast? Will Mr. Amazing find a way back into the game, and did the Mast-Rai…

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Ep. 5: Survivor S38:E05 - It's Like the Worst Cocktail Party Ever 45:35

5+ y ago45:35

45:35

Ben and Caleb have a packed conversation about who made the best strategic move (hint, she's a stone cold killer), they ask if Joe can win challenges all the way to a million dollars, but who is likely to return from EoE (if you think that it is Reem or Keith, you're crazy). Also, they discuss who has the most power heading into the merge, and they…

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Ep. 4: Survivor S38:E04 - I Need a Dance Partner 30:51

5+ y ago30:51

30:51

Ben and Caleb discuss episode four of S38. Is Reem the Queen of EoE? Is Wendy a long-term threat? Did WarDog make the right choice? Who is in the most danger next episode? We explore all of this and MORE in this episode of TRIBAL TALK! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 19 - Warcraft! 1:00:25

5+ y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

In Episode 19, Arcade Castle finds itself in the Warcraft Universe and, as luck would have it, they find a copy of the Warcraft Board Game, released in 2003 by Fantasy Flight and Blizzard Entertainment, based off of the landmark Real-Time Strategy (RTS) computer game Warcraft: Orcs and Humans from 1994. In this episode, Arcade Castle looks at the h…

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Ep. 3: Survivor S38:E03 - Betrayals Are Going to Get Exposed 28:59

5+ y ago28:59

28:59

Ben and Caleb see who stands out this season, discuss the hilarity of the Chicken Saga, the implications of the tribe switch, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Ep. 2: Survivor S38:E02 - One of Us is Going to Win the War 30:15

5+ y ago30:15

30:15

Ben and Caleb return to review episode two of Season 38 of Survivor! They discuss Reem's future, Aubry's missteps, and Keith's shortcomings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Ep. 1: Survivor S38:E01 - It Smells Like Success 35:25

5+ y ago35:25

35:25

Ben and Caleb host the inaugural episode of TALKING TRIBAL! In this episode, react to the premiere of Survivor: Edge of Extinction! They give the highlights, talk about favorite moments, and give some hot takes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tribaltalkpod/support

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Arcade Castle - Episode 18 - Mario Party e Card Game! 57:10

5+ y ago57:10

57:10

As the seasons turn and weather phenomenon shake the very foundations of the Arcade Castle, another year passes and Arcade Castle finds itself once again in February, the month of its birth. Per tradition (and the bylaws of the land) Arcade Castle must find a game that is part board game and part video game to play to try and delve into the narrow,…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 17 - Kirby Double Feature! 1:13:09

5+ y ago1:13:09

1:13:09

In Episode 17 of the Arcade Castle Podcast, Arcade Castle learned to be wary of having guests on the show when their star guest, Kirby, decides that John and Patrick are more suited for consumption than communication and, after surviving the expansive void that is the fluffy interior of Kirby, Arcade Castle finds itself stranded in Dream Land as Ki…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 16 - Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Double Feature! 1:15:11

5+ y ago1:15:11

1:15:11

In Episode 16, Arcade Castle takes a look at another giant in the Edutainment industry: Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? A facts based learning game at heart, WitWiCS has players tracking V.I.L.E. henchmen across the planet and, later, both time and space, as they attempt to stop these henchmen from stealing iconic cultural icons, items, conc…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 15 - The Oregon Trail Board Game - Journey to Willamette Valley 1:13:48

6y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

In Episode 15 of the podcast, The Arcade Castle finds itself, once again, on a journey through another oregon trail licensed board game by Pressman in the form of The Oregon Trail Board Game: Journey to Willamette Valley. Having played The Oregon Trail Card Game and The Oregon Trail Hunt For Food Card Game in prior years (and on Episode 04 and Epis…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 14 - F-Zero Knight League Real Racing Simulation Game 52:52

6y ago52:52

52:52

As the sun blazes down on Kentucky without mercy, Arcade Castle cools down by blazing down miles of asphalt at 900+ miles an hour as they play the early 1990s board game adaptation of F-Zero! Based off of the seminal Super Nintendo game that boasted Mode 7 graphics & wowed gamers in 1990, the F-Zero Knight League Real Racing Simulation Game does it…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 13 - Food-Themed Kickstarter Card Game Double Feature! 1:05:29

6y ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Continuing the adventures from Episode 12, Arcade Castle looks at two more Kickstarter games, this time in the form of food-themed card games. The first game Arcade Castle examined was a card game based off the 1982 arcade smash hit BurgerTime. Following this, Arcade Castle had dessert in the form of Robots ♥ Ice Cream, based off a mid 2010s iOS ph…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 12 - Megaman The Board Game (2015)! 1:01:50

6y ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Riding the high that was Rollercoaster Tycoon, Arcade Castle gets on board their next ride in the form of the Megaman Board Game by Jasco Games, approved by Capcom, backed by 2,639 backers on Kickstarter to the tune of $415,051, developed for over two years, and released in 2015! (*phew*) But as the ride begins for Arcade Castle, a ride, unbeknowns…

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Arcade Castle - Episode 11 - Roller Coaster Tycoon! 1:10:29

6y ago1:10:29

1:10:29

Surviving the Cold War of Episode 10, Arcade Castle takes a break from serious topics and takes a trip to the amusement park thanks to Parker Brothers and their 2002 board game adaptation of the Roller Coaster Tycoon PC video game from 1999! As Arcade Castle starts acquiring properties through auction, they cast a dubious eye towards the "Parker Br…

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Arcade Castle Episode 10 - Odyssey II - Conquest of the World 1:10:18

6+ y ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Amid rising tensions, Arcade Castle chills with a Cold War Simulator on the Odyssey II from 1981. Utilizing a mathematical formula from the C.I.A. and real world scenarios torn fresh from the headlines (well, fresh in 1981 anyway), Magnavox created Conquest of the World. The third (and final) entry in the Master Strategy Series by Magnavox, Conques…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 09 - Arcade Double Feature! Pitfall! and Jungle Hunt! 54:00

6+ y ago54:00

54:00

In this episode of the Arcade Castle Podcast, we take the first word of our podcast quite literally by playing two arcade themed board games released by Milton Bradley in 1983: Pitfall! and Jungle Hunt. As Arcade Castle plays two jungle themed board games intended for players far younger than they, can they survive the hazards of the trail? Or succ…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 08 - The Oregon Trail Hunt For Food Card Game 54:34

6+ y ago54:34

54:34

Arcade Castle's attempt to sacrifice The Oregon Trail Card Game during the solar eclipse was, in a word, unsuccessful. At the height of the astronomical event, Arcade Castle thrust a dagger into the very heart of the card game and set it aflame in the hopes of removing its presence from this planet and send it into the unfathomable void of space. B…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 07 - The Colossal Cave Adventure 50:23

7y ago50:23

50:23

In Episode 07, Arcade Castle plumbs the depths of early text-based adventure gaming as they play a modern adaptation of one of the earliest video games ever made: Adventure/ADVENT/The Colossal Cave Adventure. While Adventure has seen many adaptations and modifications since its creation by Will Crowther in 1975, does this board game adaptation from…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 06 - The Great Wall Street Fortune Hunt 41:33

7y ago41:33

41:33

In Episode 06 (or Episode 01, Volume 02 if we are going by comic book rules), Arcade Castle tackle the high risk, high reward world of high finance and stock speculation in The Great Wall Street Fortune Hunt. Buying stock in Mcdonald's, WoW, and more, Arcade Castle struggles to avoid bankruptcy and boredom in this financial tool...game...for the Od…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 05 - Portal - The Uncooperative Cake Acquisition Game 1:06:26

7+ y ago1:06:26

1:06:26

"The game has been in production for a long time, because we've been working really hard to make sure that it is something that Portal fans will enjoy. But it's not Portal. You're not playing the video game in a board game, because why would you want to do that? It's a separate experience, but it's still very much Portal." - Sara Miguel (Cryptozoic…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 04 - The Oregon Trail - Card Game 51:03

7+ y ago51:03

51:03

Ignoring the advice of our guides, Arcade Castle sets out on the Oregon Trail in the middle of winter. Will this poor decision cause their journey to end before it even starts? The Oregon Trail: Card Game sets out to capture the early computing phenomenon that is The Oregon Trail. Created by Pressman and distributed exclusively by Target, The Orego…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 03 - Age of Mythology: The Board Game 1:02:59

8y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

During the sweltering summer days of July, Arcade Castle tried to escape the heat and humidity by escaping to the...identical climes of the Mediterranean. Failing to escape the weather, they decided to find out which ancient civilization of the old world was the dominant superpower and, since Arcade Castle has as of yet to finish their time machine…

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Arcade Castle: Episode 2 - SimCity The Card Game 1:04:23

8y ago1:04:23

1:04:23

On this rainy day in April, The Arcade Castle decided to distract themselves from the boredom and woes that only come from being stuck inside during rainy weather. Searching through the archives they come across a game that reminds them of their youth; halcyon days filled with designing cities, relaxing music, and bulldozing schools and libraries t…

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