Best Retro Fandango Podcasts (2024)

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PLAY RETRO 126: Grim Fandango 1:08:45

19d ago1:08:45

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Released by LucasArts in 1998, Grim Fandango is a unique adventure game that combines a rich narrative, memorable characters, and a distinctive art style inspired by Mexican folklore and film noir. Players follow the story of Manny Calavera, a travel agent in the Land of the Dead, as he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens his very soul. Hosted on …

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PLAY RETRO 128: ToeJam & Earl 1:21:00

4d ago1:21:00

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Alien rappers, ToeJam and Earl, who crash-land on Earth must find the pieces of their spaceship to return home. The gameplay includes randomly generated levels, cooperative play, and various quirky Earthlings as enemies. The series goes from Rogue to Platformer to 3rd Alien Person Adventure. Filthy humans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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PLAY RETRO 127: Bubble Bobble 1:25:28

12d ago1:25:28

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Released by Taito in 1986, Bubble Bobble is a classic arcade platformer featuring two adorable dinosaurs, Bub and Bob, who must navigate through 100 levels to rescue their girlfriends. The game's innovative mechanics, catchy music, and cooperative gameplay have made it a beloved title in the annals of arcade history. An-nals. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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PLAY RETRO 125: Streets Of Rage! 1:27:07

27d ago1:27:07

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Streets of Rage (titled Bare Knuckle in Japan) is a series of side-scrolling beat 'em up video games. It centers on the efforts of several ex-police vigilantes trying to rid the fictional American metropolis of Wood Oak City of a crime syndicate that has corrupted its local government. The first three games in the franchise were developed and relea…

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PLAY RETRO 124: Earthbound 1:11:31

1M ago1:11:31

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Let's talk about Earthbound on the Play Retro podcast! Released by Nintendo in 1994 for the SNES, EarthBound, known as Mother 2 in Japan, is a unique RPG that combines modern settings, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. Players follow Ness and his friends on a quest to save the world from the evil Giygas, using psychic powers and everyday items. It…

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PLAY RETRO 123: Burger Time 1:18:27

1M ago1:18:27

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A classic arcade game where players control Chef Peter Pepper in his quest to create giant hamburgers while avoiding relentless enemies like Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Pickle, and Mr. Egg. Players must strategically navigate through platforms and ladders, dropping burger ingredients from higher levels to complete each burger at the bottom. With its unique ga…

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PLAY RETRO 122: Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 & 2 1:11:27

2M ago1:11:27

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Released by Neversoft and Activision in 1999 and 2000 respectively, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 & 2 brought the thrill of skateboarding to gaming consoles with unparalleled realism and style. Players could perform jaw-dropping tricks and combos, skate through iconic locations, and customize their own skaters and parks. These games not only defined the s…

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PLAY RETRO 121: Excitebike is Exciting 1:12:03

2M ago1:12:03

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Released by Nintendo in 1984 for the NES, Excitebike - a high-speed race against time, where the only thing hotter than the other racer's skills is your bike's overheated engine. Jump ramps, avoid mud pits, and push through grassy terrain in-between. Just try to keep your bike from turning into a stationary bonfire that leaves you running back from…

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PLAY RETRO 120: Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee & Exoddus 1:27:50

2M ago1:27:50

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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee (1997) and its sequel, Abe's Exoddus (1998), are quirky platformers by Oddworld Inhabitants that blend sinister corporate plots with fart jokes. In these 2d fixed / flip-screen platformer games, Abe, a Mudokon with a knack for trouble, stumbles upon his bosses' evil plan to turn his people into snacks and brews (literally). …

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PLAY RETRO 119: Dr. Mario vs Wario's Woods 1:23:49

2M ago1:23:49

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Dr. Mario is a classic Nintendo puzzle game where you play as a plumber-turned-doctor trying to rid the world of viruses by tossing multicolored capsules into a bottle. It's like Tetris with a medical degree! "Wario's Woods" is a game where Toad gets to play Tetris with a grumpy forest of monsters, courtesy of the ever-greedy Wario. It’s basically …

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PLAY RETRO 118: Dig Dug Dig 1:09:48

3M ago1:09:48

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This arcade classic from 1982 by Namco started the Digger genre proper and we haven't dug ourselves out yet. Players control the titular character, Dig Dug, as he tunnels through underground levels filled with enemies. The objective is to eliminate all the monsters by either inflating them until they burst or by crushing them with rocks. Players us…

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PLAY RETRO 117: RollerCoaster Tycoon 1 & 2 1:24:04

3M ago1:24:04

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From the mind of Chris Sawyer, Comes the beloved Retro PC Game classic. Step up and take the reins of your very own amusement park. Build, design, and manage the greatest attraction in "RollerCoaster Tycoon" – where the business of fun never ends! Prepare to unleash your creativity and business savvy in this addictively entertaining simulation. The…

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PLAY RETRO 116: Wolverine! 1:31:20

3M ago1:31:20

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From Wolverine on the NES in 1991 to X2:Wolverine's Revenge on the PS2 in 2003, all of these titles share one thing in common. Their titular character and the inability of the developers to fully capture the essense of what makes a good Wolverine game. Most suffer from obscure plots where you scarcly encounter other mutants to poor game controls of…

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166: Series Finale 1:08:31

3M ago1:08:31

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The time has come for us at the 'Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong' podcast family to say, "so long, farewell." When this podcast premiered in September of 2020, we wanted to shed a light on some of the films that may have been maligned by critics at the time. We wanted to cover the movies that, after watching them, made us think, "That was awesome!" or "Th…

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PLAY RETRO 115: Beneath a Steel Sky 1:06:22

3M ago1:06:22

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"Beneath A Steel Sky" is a point-and-click adventure game set in a dystopian future, developed by Revolution Software and released in 1994. The game unfolds in a post-apocalyptic world, specifically within the confines of a towering city known as Union City, ruled by a dictatorial regime and an all-seeing AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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PLAY RETRO 114: Asteroids 1:20:24

3M ago1:20:24

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Atari's bestselling game of all time!! Step into the void of deep space with "Asteroids," the pulse-pounding arcade sensation of 1979, brought to you by Atari! Prepare to navigate a lone spaceship through an endless asteroid field, where danger lurks in every fragment and survival is the ultimate challenge. With state-of-the-art vector graphics tha…

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165: We're Wrong About... The Last Dragon (1985) with Brandon Collins 54:15

4M ago54:15

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Who am I?! Sho'nuff! It's time to look back at the baddest showdown between Bruce Leeroy and Sho'nuff, and harness the power of "The Glow!" That's right, we're revisiting the 1985 cult classic 'The Last Dragon' starring Taimak and Vanity to see if Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about its barely Fresh 61% Tomatometer score. Screenwriter and podcaster Bran…

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PLAY RETRO 113: System Shock 1:19:45

4M ago1:19:45

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Developed by Looking Glass Studios and published by Origin Systems for the MS-DOS, Mac OS, and PC-98. In it, the player controls a hacker who is caught attempting to steal files from the TriOptimum Corporation and is taken to Citadel Station, and cooperates with Edward Diego, an executive from the aforementioned company, to remove the station's AI,…

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PLAY RETRO 112: Chrono Trigger 1:22:02

4M ago1:22:02

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Chrono Trigger is a 1995 role-playing video game developed and published by Square. It was originally released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System as the first entry in the Chrono series. The game's development team included three designers that Square dubbed the "Dream Team": Hironobu Sakaguchi, creator of Square's Final Fantasy series; Yu…

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164: We're Wrong About... Teen Witch (1989) with Heather Grace Hancock 49:14

4M ago49:14

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We're king and they know it! Can you top that?! It's time to step back into 1989 to revisit the magical story of Louise Miller becoming a witch on her 16th birthday in the cult classic 'Teen Witch.' Although 'Teen Witch' is Rotten at 43% on the Tomatometer, audiences have come to know and love this unintentionally hilarious fantasy film, given its …

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PLAY RETRO 111: Spy vs. Spy 1:02:40

4M ago1:02:40

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Inspired by the comic strip of the same name from Mad Magazine, known for its unique blend of strategy, platform, and competitive elements. Developed by First Star Software, the game pits two players, each controlling a spy (one dressed in white, the other in black), against each other in a race to collect secret items from an embassy and escape be…

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PLAY RETRO 110: Advance Wars 1:03:51

4M ago1:03:51

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"Advance Wars," released in 2001 for the Game Boy Advance, is a critically acclaimed turn-based strategy game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo. Set in the fictional continent of Cosmo Land, the game revolves around tactical battles between four nations: Orange Star, Blue Moon, Green Earth, and Yellow Comet, against the inv…

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163: We're Wrong About... Don't Worry Darling (2022) with Brian Perez 50:31

4M ago50:31

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No need to worry because this week the team at Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong looks back at the controversial psychological thriller, "Don't Worry Darling," which is Rotten at 38% on the Tomatometer. However with an Audience Score of 74%, uber fans of Harry Styles and/or Florence Pugh may have actually enjoyed the film. Producer Brian Perez joins Mark an…

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PLAY RETRO 109: The Lion King 1:20:26

5M ago1:20:26

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Players control Simba through various stages that mirror the movie's key locations and plot points, starting from Simba's youth as he explores the Pride Lands to his final confrontation with his uncle Scar as an adult. The gameplay involves running, jumping, and battling various enemies, including hyenas and other wildlife, with the mechanics evolv…

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PLAY RETRO 108: Black & White 1:27:07

5M ago1:27:07

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"Black & White," released in 2001, is a weird ass/minimal hud god game developed by Lionhead Studios and designed by Peter Molyneux. It blends elements of strategy, simulation, and adventure, allowing players to assume the role of a deity governing over a living, reactive world with your god hand and god creature that has his own motivational ai th…

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162: We're Wrong About... Jupiter Ascending (2015) with Claire Lim 53:35

5M ago53:35

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It's time to jump into your flying boots as we look back at the epic space opera 'Jupiter Ascending,' directed by The Wachowskis, and is Rotten with a dismal 28% on the Tomatometer. Guest Claire Lim joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about this incredibly ambitious interplanetary film, or if 'Jupiter Ascending' is…

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PLAY RETRO 107: Superman 64 1:10:00

5M ago1:10:00

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Superman: The New Superman Adventures, commonly referred to as Superman 64, is an action-adventure video game developed and published by Titus Interactive for the Nintendo 64 and based on the television series Superman: The Animated Series. Released in North America on May 29, 1999, and in Europe on July 23, it is the first 3D Superman game. It is …

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PLAY RETRO 106: Unreal Tournament (UT99) 1:28:31

5M ago1:28:31

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Unreal Tournament' (1999), where only the quickest reflexes and sharpest strategies prevail. Each battle is a symphony of chaos, with weapons like the Flak Cannon and Shock Rifle at our fingertips, turning each skirmish into a test of skill and wits. The arenas, from the cold depths of Facing Worlds to the labyrinthine corridors of Deck16, are batt…

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161: We're Wrong About... The King's Man (2021) with Simon Thompson 52:56

5M ago52:56

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With Matthew Vaughn's next movie 'Argylle' heading to theaters this weekend, we decided to look back at Vaughn's lowest-rated entry in the 'Kingsman' franchise, the 2021 prequel, 'The King's Man.' Were audience's reactions to 'The King's Man' negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and constant release date changes? Or was this prequel unneces…

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PLAY RETRO 105: Prince of Persia 1:22:04

6M ago1:22:04

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"Prince of Persia", rotoscoped animations and a blend of platforming and puzzle-solving gameplay, set within a Persian palace where the protagonist races against time to save a princess. Its sequel, "Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame" (1993), expanded upon this foundation with enhanced graphics, more complex level designs, and a richer n…

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PLAY RETRO 104: Sonic 3 and Sonic & Knuckles 1:16:34

6M ago1:16:34

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Originally designed as a single game but split due to a shorten development time pressured by a McDonald's promotion that saw the first part released in early 1994 and S&K released late 1994. When played separately, both games offer distinct experiences with their unique levels and gameplay innovations. When combined via the Lock-On Technology, the…

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160: We're Wrong About... 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016) with Candice Cruz 52:24

6M ago52:24

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Is Michael Bay one of the greatest action film directors of all time? His $7 billion+ box office take says 'possibly,' but his average Rotten Tomatoes score might say otherwise. On today's show, we're looking back at one of Bay's more 'serious' films, the historical action-war drama '13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,' which is Rotten at 51…

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PLAY RETRO 103: The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall 1:30:03

6M ago1:30:03

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Set in the fictional province of High Rock and parts of Hammerfell on the continent of Tamriel. The game's world is noted for its immense size, reputed to be one of the largest in any video game. The player is sent by Emperor Uriel Septim VII to the kingdom of Daggerfall to accomplish two main objectives: to free the ghost of the late King Lysandus…

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PLAY RETRO 102: Spy Hunter 1:21:54

6M ago1:21:54

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An arcade classic that paved the way for Vehicular Combat games. Know for that sweet ass Peter Gunn theme and hard as balls gameplay. Drive down an endless road of civilians and easy to identify enemy cars trying to run you off the road, shoot you, destroy your wheels with those spinny things and drop bombs on your from a helicopter or take a break…

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159: We're Wrong About... New Year's Eve (2011) with Roxy Striar 53:01

6M ago53:01

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Happy New Year from everyone here at Rotten Tomatoes! What better way to start off 2024 than to revisit the aptly-titled Garry Marshall-directed "New Year's Eve" from 2011? The star-studded romantic comedy has a paltry 7% Rotten rating on the Tomatometer, although fans seem to love it a bit more, given its 45% Audience Score. With multiple Oscar-wi…

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PLAY RETRO 101: Fallout 1 + 2 + Tactics 1:26:54

6M ago1:26:54

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Role-playing games set in a post-apocalyptic world, developed by Interplay Productions. In "Fallout 1," players assume the role of the Vault Dweller, tasked with finding a water purification chip in a wasteland ravaged by nuclear war, featuring turn-based combat, an open-world environment, and a narrative shaped by player choices. Its sequel, "Fall…

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PLAY RETRO 100: Star Wars: X-Wing 55:29

7M ago55:29

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The Star Wars: X-Wing computer game is the first LucasArts PC game set in the Star Wars universe. Benefiting from the renewed interest in Star Wars sparked by Timothy Zahn's The Thrawn Trilogy and building on the popularity of flight simulation software (Lawrence Holland's three previous World War II air combat games had all been huge successes for…

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158: We're Wrong About... The Legend of Billie Jean (1985) with Emily V. Gordon 49:49

7M ago49:49

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It's finally time to say, "Fair is fair!" Producer and Academy Award-nominated writer Emily V. Gordon joins Mark and Jacqueline on today's show and brings in one of her all-time favorite films, the 1985 classic 'The Legend of Billie Jean,' to defend its honor against its wretched 39% Rotten rating on the Tomatometer. Set in Jacqueline's hometown of…

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PLAY RETRO GAMES 99: Alex Kidd Games! 1:10:55

7M ago1:10:55

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Each of these games offers a unique experience, showcasing the versatility and charm of the Alex Kidd franchise. Whether it's the classic platforming of "Miracle World", the enhanced features of "The Enchanted Castle", or the action-oriented approach of "Shinobi World", these games stand out as high points in the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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PLAY RETRO GAMES 98: The Game Boy Color 1:18:26

7M ago1:18:26

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The Game Boy Color (commonly abbreviated as GBC) is an 8-bit handheld game console, manufactured by Nintendo, which was released in Japan on October 21, 1998 and to international markets that November. It is the successor to the Game Boy and is part of its product line. Critics like IGN consider it more akin to a hardware revision than a next gener…

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157: We're Wrong About... The Family Man (2000) with Tony Baker 44:23

7M ago44:23

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What is Christmas time without a little schmaltz? On today's show, we dive deep into what the critics called a "very schmaltzy" Christmas classic, 'The Family Man.' This sappy film starring Nicolas Cage and Téa Leoni is currently Rotten at 54% on the Tomatometer, but it has a fresh 67% Audience Score. Actor and comedian Tony Baker joins Mark and Ja…

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PLAY RETRO GAMES 97: Super Mario RPG 1:00:23

7M ago1:00:23

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Super Mario RPG is a console RPG starring none other than Nintendo's popular character Mario. This game starts off like almost every other Mario game, with Bowser kidnapping Princess Toadstool. However, when Mario goes to Bowser's Keep to save her, a giant sword made by the evil Smithy crashes into the castle and sends Mario, the Princess, and Bows…

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PLAY RETRO 96: South Park 64 1:02:45

8M ago1:02:45

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A first-person shooter video game based on the first few seasons of South Park, mostly taking inspiration from the episodes "Starvin' Marvin", "An Elephant Makes Love to a Pig", and "Cartman Gets an Anal Probe". The game is powered by the Turok 2 game engine and was released in 1998 by Acclaim for the PC, Nintendo 64, and Sony PlayStation. Hosted o…

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156: We're Wrong About... Son-in-Law (1993) with Justine Marino 49:35

8M ago49:35

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It's time to munch on some grindage, buddies, and celebrate this delicious turkey holiday by looking back at when Carla Gugino brought home Pauly Shore for Thanksgiving in the 1993 comedy classic 'Son-in-Law!' 'Son-in-Law' is Pauly Shore's highest rated movie on the Tomatometer at 32%, but our panel fervently disagrees with its abysmal rating as th…

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PLAY RETRO GAMES 95: Crazy Climber 1:06:01

8M ago1:06:01

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"CRAZY CLIMBER" is an action arcade game produced by Nichibutsu in 1980. Players control the right hand and left hand of the twin lever, to overcome various obstacles, to climb aiming the top of the skyscraper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PLAY RETRO 94 : Image Comics Retro Video Games 1:14:51

8M ago1:14:51

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The Image Comics games of the mid to late 90s and the early 2000s gave us "SPAWN: In the Demon’s Hand" for Dreamcast and Arcade: a hard to look at and control, arena-based shooter set in the SPAWN universe, with players picking their favorite characters and battling against hordes of supernatural enemies in dark, gothic environments. "WILD C.A.T.S"…

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155: We're Wrong About... Addams Family Values (1993) with Dorina Arellano 49:16

8M ago49:16

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Now that spooky season has come and gone, we are gearing up for that wonderful holiday where we get to visit family, watch some football, and enjoy some delicious turkey! What better way to celebrate than to revisit Christina Ricci's famous Thanksgiving speech in the comedy classic 'Addams Family Values.' The Barry Sonnenfeld-directed satire is cur…

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PLAY RETRO 93: Ultima IV thru VI 1:22:51

8M ago1:22:51

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The Ultima Age of Enlightenment Trilogy: "Ultima IV: Quest of the Avatar," "Ultima V: Warriors of Destiny," and "Ultima VI: The False Prophet," The second trilogy of Ultima that shifted its focus from classic RPG combat to moral integrity, deeper story telling . In "Ultima IV," players strive to embody the eight virtues to become the Avatar, blendi…

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PLAY RETRO 92: The Addams Family Games 1:13:25

9M ago1:13:25

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Throughout the late 80s and 90s, Beginning with "Fester's Quest" in 1989, players guided Uncle Fester through a top-down action-adventure on the NES to thwart an alien invasion. This was followed by "The Addams Family" in 1992, a side-scrolling platformer across multiple systems where Gomez searches for his missing family inside their mansion, afte…

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154: We're Wrong About... Legend (1985) with CinemaJoe 45:31

9M ago45:31

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Master filmmaker Ridley Scott has had some huge hits with 'Alien' and 'Blade Runner,' but he's also had some misses... 'The Counselor' anyone? Today we are looking back at one of Scott's misses with the 1985 dark fantasy 'Legend' starring Tim Curry, Mia Sara, and a pre-'Top Gun' Tom Cruise. 'Legend' is currently Rotten at 42% on the Tomatometer but…

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