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Classic Gaming Today

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast

A weekly Video Games, Technology and Games podcast
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Classic Gaming Today:  A Retro Gaming Podcast

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Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast

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Classic Gaming Today:  A Retro Gaming Podcast

Classic Gaming Today

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast

A weekly Video Games, Technology and Games podcast
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Try to get up before the ref counts to ten, as we discuss the NES classic , Mike Tyson's Punch Out!  Learn how a surplus of inventory led Nintendo to develop the title, listen to why the game featured star boxer Mike Tyson as its final boss, an
Set sail on yet another voyage, as we discuss Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge!  Learn how the game was made, in what ways it improved upon its predecessor, and whether it's still worth your time to take on Ghost Pirate Captain LeChuck, even
What do you get when you combine the wit of Douglas Adams, the pre-rendered graphics of Myst, and a...text parser interface?!?  You get Starship Titanic, the first person point and click adventure game that has you investigating the titular shi
What do you get when you combine the wit of Douglas Adams, the pre-rendered graphics of Myst, and a...text parser interface?!?  You get Starship Titanic, the first person point and click adventure game that has you investigating the titular shi
What do you get when you take over-the-top Sega arcade action and marry it with true 3D beat'em up gameplay?  Dynamite Cop!  In this Patreon sponsored episode, learn how the game was made, why the film "Die Hard" was influential in its developm
Grab your flight gear and join the mercenary fighting brigade as we discuss the shareware classic Raptor: Call of the Shadows!  Learn how the game was made, discover why it was so unique in the computer gaming space when it first released, and
What do ghouls, ghosts, and an underwear clad knight named Arthur have in common?  Find out in our newest episode, focused on the Super Nintendo title, Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts!  Learn how the game was made, why it was intentionally tuned to be
Dust off your whips, and grab your holy water, as we dive into the classic vampire hunting title, Castlevania!  Learn about the mythology behind vampirism, see how early Hollywood horror films influenced the title, and discover whether it's sti
For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is our second deep dive into some of the classic soundtracks from those games.  In today's episode, we'll loo
It's time to bring arcade action into our living rooms, as we discuss Sega's Altered Beast, the game that would end up being the Genesis / Mega Drive pack-in title for a couple years, before Sonic decided to run circles around everyone (literal
Almost exactly 25 years ago, the world of online gaming would change forever, as EverQuest would release to the market and, in one fell swoop, capture the hearts, minds, and imaginations of gamers everywhere.  Learn how the game evolved from th
It's time for another full motion video classic, as we dive into the voyeuristic world of Night Trap!  Learn how the game evolved from a VHS exclusive title into one of the games that would help spearhead the creation of video game content rati
What do you get when you take H.R. Giger's artwork and combine it with a point and click adventure?  The answer to that question is Dark Seed!  Learn how the game was made, why the development team chose to collaborate with Giger in the first p
Who's the raddest 1990s kid around?  Kid Chameleon!  Join me as we discuss how the game was created, why it has a decidedly American flair, and learn whether it's still worth your time to explore Kid Chameleon's virtual reality landscapes today
What happens when a Parisian vacation goes very, very wrong?  Find out as we explore the Revolution Software point-and-click classic, Broken Sword (or Circle of Blood, depending on where you live)!  Learn how the game was made, the ways it evol
Take to the skies with me as we discuss the classic console flight simulator, Pilotwings!  Learn about the history of flight simulation in general, discover why Pilotwings was unique in comparison to other flight titles released through the ear
Join me as we discuss Link's first 3D adventure, and a game that many people consider to be the best game of all time, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time!  Learn how the game was made, why it set the standard for so many features that would b
Come join me as we discuss one of the gaming world's favorite Nintendo mascots, and resident puff ball, Kirby!  Learn how the game was made, why it almost didn't release to market, and discover whether it's still worth your time to fire up your
For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is our second deep dive into some of the classic soundtracks from those games.  In today's episode, we'll loo
It's time to dive into a post-apocalyptic Australian Outback as we tackle the third person point and click adventure title, Beneath a Steel Sky!  Learn how the company behind the game, Revolution Software, got its start, why Beneath a Steel Sky
Join me as we discuss our favorite mustachioed plumber's third outing, Super Mario Bros. 3!  Learn all about Mario's origin story, how Super Mario Bros. 3 was made, why it is such a beloved classic, and learn whether the game still hold's up to
Join me on an island-hopping isometric quest, as we discuss Little Big Adventure!  Learn how the title evolved and inherited from early survival horror games, why it is so beloved amongst the broader gaming community, and whether the title stil
Happy Holidays everyone!In the spirit of the holidays, I thought it might be fun to "gift" everyone with an episode of the podcast that was previously only available to our Patreon members.  I hope you all enjoy!-------Original Patreon show
Join me as we discuss the Blue Bomber's second outing, Mega Man 2!  Learn about the origins of Mega Man as a character, discover how the first two games in the series were made, and find out whether Mega Man 2 is still worth your time today.Jo
Grab your motorcycle and join me on a cross-country voyage through the world of Full Throttle!  Learn how the game was made, why it's unique amongst its LucasArts adventure game brethren, and determine whether experiencing life as a biker is st
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