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"Fun" and Games PodcastEpisode 203: Sega Saturn, Shiro!The Sega Saturn holds a strange place in gaming history. It sold fewer units in the US than both the Genesis and the Dreamcast. It's mostly remembered for all the "obvious" ways it failed. Yet, it's the best-selling Sega home console in Japan, with a library of games that rivals the entire Genesis ecosystem (including CD and 32X)! Matt & Geoff are joined by Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover (and the Patreon-exlclusive Saturn retrospective podcast, Io Saturnalia) to discuss the Sega Saturn's complicated legacy, the ups and downs of the console's construction, and many of the great titles...
2025-12-191h 08
Main Quest PodcastGame Of The Year Symposium IIIt's Game of the Year season once again, and the panel from last year's Symposium returns to finish what we started. Matt Storm, Eric Gess, Kade Call, and Phil Morgan join me for a 2.5 hour deep dive into how GOTY conversations have (or haven't) changed over the past year. We dig into the flood of new releases, the strange rules around what "counts," and the ongoing dominance of exclusives. It's a thoughtful, funny, and honest look at why we still care about celebrating the games we love. THE SHOW NOTES Catch Up With...
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Retro WarsEpisode 191 - SNK vs Capcom Card Fighters' ClashSNK vs Capcom Card Fighters' Clash could possibly be one of the best games I have played this year. I am so happy I got to play this game as I love a good card game. This was SNK's game they had whilst playing with the Capcom licence. Everyone was shocked they decided to make a card game first but who carers...this is amazing.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast.
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2025-11-271h 17
Main Quest PodcastSuper Smash T.V.: When Life Gives You D-Pads...BIG MONEY! BIG PRIZES! I LOVE IT! In this episode of The Main Quest, I team up once again with SeekYeWisdom to dive into Super Smash TV, Williams' hyper violent, game show inspired twin-stick shooter that set the tone for arcade excess in the early '90s. We unpack how Smash TV connects to the DNA of Mortal Kombat and Robotron 2084, and how its mix of satire, capitalism, and gore made it a cult classic. We compare it to the arcade original, and debate how well the console version translates without true twin sticks. WARP...
2025-11-241h 57
Kommand ListEP49 Street Fighter the Movie the Game ft. Chris CoplienRaging Demon and Chris Coplien talk about one of the rings of Saturn, for you this will be the most important day of your lives but for Chris it was a Saturday night and for Demon it was a Sunday morning. Kommand List will continue to flog that joke like a dead horse.
2025-11-171h 06
Main Quest PodcastSuper Mario World: The Obligatory EpisodeWhat's left to say about Super Mario World? I'm finally doing the damn thing with returning guest Eric Gess (The Unlockables, 9 To 5 Bears). Instead of regurgitating the same analysis, we break the game down by "worlds", exploring its timeless design, hidden secrets, and why it still feels perfect decades later. We're heavy on the nostalgia, dumb jokes, and a few spicy takes on why Mario 3 might not actually be the king. WARP ZONES Guest Intro (2:43) World 1: Previous Histories (12:43) World 2: Discoverability (35:16) World 3: Gameplay (58:30) World 4: Vibes and Presentation (1:15:08) World 5: Legacy (1:36:40)
2025-11-102h 18
Main Quest PodcastSuper Metroid: Recipe For A Classic SliceIn this Ghoulcade finale, I am joined by Matt Storm and Chris Dominguez to dissect Nintendo's 1994 masterpiece, Super Metroid. From development hurdles and poor sales to speedrunning innovations and the infamous Meridia, my crew debates whether Super Metroid truly deserves its legendary status. Along the way, we share personal histories, hot takes, and community recollections that cover everything from Chozo jump scares to why Samus might secretly be gaming's most terrifying protagonist... WARP ZONES Intros (3:22) Previous History (14:33) Development (26:28) Retro Recollections (51:15) Story (57:15) Gameplay (1:15:00) Ridley's Believe It Or Not! (2:00:15) Presentation (2:09:15)
2025-10-272h 35
Main Quest PodcastCartridges X Circle Pits: The Unholy Crossover of Gaming and MetalEnjoy this free preview of a Patreon exclusive episode! THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at: Toby VonDoom and Secret Levels Shane and Retro Hangover Phil and Deleted Saves | BlueSky All of the music contained in the full episode can be enjoyed on Spotify The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris Coplien - Eric Gess - XeroSam - LowFiveAlex - Vanfernal - Leathco - RyanPlayerOne - Poppy The Masked Keaton - Lars Uncle - B-Ross - Aiden...
2025-10-2212 min
Main Quest PodcastBart's Nightmare: Made in ShelbyvilleSpringfield deserves better. Bart chases his homework through a janky hub world, awkward mini-games, and one of Acclaim's messiest licensed efforts. Leatcho returns to break down why this game feels more Shelbyville than Springfield, from the chaotic design to the surprising development story of Bill Williams. Plus: community retro recollections and plenty of Simpsons references along the way. WARP ZONES Aliens, Ghosts & Oblivion (3:42) Previous History's & Development (19:00) Retro Recollections & Story (36:41) Gameplay (49:02) Back That Ad Up (1:27:08) Presentation (1:33:51) Final Thoughts (1:40:27) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over...
2025-10-131h 54
Main Quest PodcastGhoulcade - Super Castlevania IV: Castlevania Definitive Edition™The Ghoulcade returns! Phil and I sink our fangs into Super Castlevania IV! Konami resurrects their spooky NES franchise and refines what Castlevania actually plays like. Refining controls, messing up timelines and dividing fans. Remake? Reboot? Or just one of the weirdest Castlevania games out there? WARP ZONES AI Movies & RPG's (4:39) Previous History's (20:25) Development (30:29) Retro Recollections (51:49) Story (1:01:54) Gameplay (1:08:18) Sucks To Suck (1:34:11) Presentation (1:47:19) Final Thoughts (2:00:37) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at Deleted Saves | X | Bluesky The Main...
2025-10-062h 10
Main Quest PodcastGolden Sun: The Last Great Handheld RPGOn today's Patron selected episode I'm discussing one of the most beloved Game Boy Advance titles. Golden Sun has a lot going for it and is Camelot Software's golden child but is it everything it's cracked up to be? Should it have been a Gamecube game? Does it need a remake? And is this possibly the best soundtrack in the entire GBA catalog? Come on in as I talk about all of this and a ton more on this special episode! WARP ZONES Intro (2:36) Previous History's (4:28) Development (6:58) Story (19:14) Gameplay (30:09) Presentation (44:56)
2025-09-221h 00
Main Quest PodcastFinal Fantasy IV: Oops, We Saved The WorldCecil may have a redemption arc, but the rest of the party is completely irredeemable... Matt Storm is back, and we're talking about the first 16-bit Final Fantasy! From its conception and "spoony" localization, to a cast of characters so dumb they nearly hand the planet over to the bad guys but still fall backwards into saving it. WARP ZONES Previous History's (5:12) Development (20:35) Game Design (34:41) Story (1:07:00) Presentation (1:23:00) Legacy (1:47:39) Sorry I Tried To Kill You That One Time (1:52:58) Final Thoughts (2:02:20) THE SHOW NOTES ...
2025-09-082h 13
Main Quest PodcastF-Zero: Mode 7 Hamburger CarsWe're officially off to the....races! Matt Storm (Fun & Games/Reignite) returns for the start of SNES coverage as we take a high-speed dive into F-Zero, Nintendo's flashy, futuristic racer. We break down its roots as a Mode 7 tech demo, the absence of two-player, and why it still kind of rules despite being brutally unfair. We dig into Captain Falcon's bounty hunting origins, a quick dunk on Final Fantasy XVI, and an earnest longing for the return of real ass game manuals. Fretless/Date Everything! (3:02) Previous History's/Development (16:00) Retro Recollections (37:29)...
2025-08-181h 43
Main Quest PodcastNow We're Playing With Power. Super Power.Before diving into the Super Nintendo library, I'm taking a moment to reflect on what the console meant to me growing up. From moving into a new home and finding my first real friends, to renting games based on box art and falling in love with RPG's. I'm sharing those early memories, how the SNES shaped the way I play, and a few predictions for what my Top 10 might look like by the end of this journey. THE SHOW NOTES Paul Rudd Plays a Super Nintendo Paul Rudd Plays a Switch 2
2025-08-1132 min
Still Loading PodcastStill Loading #364: Deconstructing the Nintendo Bump w/ Chris Coplien and St1kaI love Nintendo. I still do. This company makes some of my favorite systems and games and has also given me some of my favorite memories. But even with my love of Nintendo its hard to overlook their negatives, even if those negatives are not Nintendo's fault. This week on the show I'm joined by Chris Coplien from Retro Hangover and St1ka from the YouTube channel St1ka to talk about the Nintendo Bump. We discuss how it seems the perception of game history at large is heavily skewed by Nintendo fandom, how that harms game...
2025-08-111h 46
Tales from the Backlog176: Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride (with Chris Coplien - Retro Hangover)Support my work on Patreon
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I didn't hear about Dragon Quest for a very long time, probably an embarrassingly long time, and once I played one, I didn't....get it. It all seemed too plain, too simple, too lacking in complexity, and while a part of me was relieved to suddenly have less "homework" to do as I'm forever catching up on RPGs that I missed, part of me felt an ever-present need to "get it". Yada yada yada, I finally...
2025-07-302h 41
Main Quest PodcastSee You, Space Hedgehog: End CreditsAfter two years of playing through Sega's 16-bit library, I'm closing the book with my personal top 10 picks. Genesis, Sega CD, 32X. The games I loved, the ones that surprised me, and the weird ones I probably like too much. It's a laid-back sendoff to an era that meant more than I expected. THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris Coplien - Eric Gess - XeroSam - LowFiveAlex - Vanfernal - Leathco - RyanPlayerOne - Poppy The Masked Keaton - Lars Uncle...
2025-07-2838 min
Main Quest PodcastSee You, Space Hedgehog: How Sega Changed GamingIn this episode I dive into Sega's history - from postwar Japan to the Master System's global impact, through the highs of the Genesis and the chaos of the Sega CD and 32X. It's a story of ambition, innovation, and how Sega ultimately undermined its own success. THE SHOW NOTES Streets of Rage 2 Commercial Night Trap: 25 Years Later / My Life In Gaming The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris Coplien - Eric Gess - XeroSam - LowFiveAlex - Vanfernal - Leathco...
2025-07-2136 min
Main Quest Podcast108 - Sonic The Hedgehog Spinball (w/ Grand Rapidians Play Video Games)This week I team up with Ginger and Willie from Grand Rapidians Play Video Games for a chaotic Power Hour sendoff to the Sega Genesis. What starts as an earnest look at Sonic Spinball quickly spirals into stories about mail trucks, vaginal fortresses, buttholes with teeth. and pinball physics that absolutely do not work. And yet, there's actual insight into why this game turned out the way it did. WARP ZONES SHOW START! (3:25) Previous History's (8:52) Development (13:44) Retro Recollections/Story (24:05) Gameplay (38:05) Oral Fixation (55:08) Presentation (1:06:55) Final Thoughts (1:15:34)
2025-07-141h 26
Main Quest PodcastFrom Zelda to Game Dev: Chris Anderson Talks Risk System & Building Newt IndustriesIn the premiere episode of "Quest Givers," I sit down with game developer Chris Anderson of Newt Industries—creators of Risk System, Garbinge, and the upcoming Bangle & Maggie. We discuss how a chance playground meet-up sparked a development partnership, how Chris's early PC tinkering turned into indie game passion, and the major challenges of the gaming industry. THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at: Newt Industries website | Newt Industries on X | YouTube Risk System Trailer Purchase a copy of Risk System at VGYNsoft | Hidden Trap
2025-07-0248 min
Main Quest PodcastEpisode 107 - ClayFighter (w/ Raging Demon of Kommand List)I am joined once again by Raging Demon from the mighty Kommand List podcast to take on the doughy mess that is ClayFighter. Together we dig into the game's baffling legacy, its claymation presentation, the questionable gameplay, and why it somehow got sequels despite nobody actually liking it. WARP ZONES Fighting Game Round-Up (3:43) Previous History's (15:26) Development (21:58) Retro Recollections (41:42) Story (44:22) Gameplay (53:30) Resume Rampage (1:06:36) Presentation (1:14:46) Final Thoughts (1:21:56) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at Kommand List Long Live Mortal Kombat by...
2025-06-231h 33
Main Quest PodcastGame of The Year (So Far)THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon SeekYeWisdom - Chris Coplien - Eric Gess - XeroSam - LowFiveAlex - Vanfernal - Leathco - RyanPlayerOne - Poppy The Masked Keaton - B-Ross - Aiden Bisco - Raging Demon - Subscribe: RSS | YouTube | Apple | Spotify | and More
2025-06-1805 min
Main Quest Podcast106 - Road Rash (w/ Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover)This week Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover and I punch and kick our way through a conversation about Road Rash! How many revisions of this game were made before it was released? How does it stack up against Sega's own arcade racers? Is it worth checking out today? Retro Hangover is worth checking out today! Get everything Retro Hangover here! WARP ZONES Persona 4/Doom talk (3:15) Previous History's (17:52) Development (23:39) Retro Recollections (39:16) Story (42:40) Gameplay (46:09) Who's Rash Is It Anyway? (1:09:08) Presentation (1:15:15) Final Thoughts (1:25:00) THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by...
2025-06-091h 35
Retro WarsEpisode 166 - Final Fantasy VSorry this is late everyone, it is Final Fantasy V time. Me and Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast are teaming up to take on....a tree...yes a tree.
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2025-05-211h 39
Retro WarsEpisode 164 - Ys III - Wanderers from YsEver played a Ys game, I hadn't until Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast asked me to play Ys. I completed it and I really enjoyed it. So much so I bought the remastered...remake on the switch earlier this year.
Let's dive into a big adventure whilst we none stop swing our sword around.
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2025-04-3055 min
Nostalgium ArcanumBlockbuster VideoIt's time to be kind and rewind back to the days when home media rental was a pillar of daily life. Whether it was Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, or your local mom-and-pop shop, renting movies and games was a ritual of living in the 80s an 90s that is now lost to the dominance of streaming. We're joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast to rack up a few very late fees in service to the lost world of video rental.
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2025-04-281h 21
Unlockables: The Story of Video GamesWhat is Final Fantasy? feat. Keith Gasper of Main Quest and Chris Coplien of Retro HangoverSince the beginning of time, humans have pondered the great questions. Why are we here? What is the meaning of life? And what does it mean to be a Final Fantasy game? With the upcoming release of Final Fantasy 16, this question seems to be in the forefront now more than ever. To answer this question once and for all, I've assembled a crack team of the foremost experts of video game podcasts. Chris and Keith join the show for an epic discussion about the very heart and soul of Final Fantasy.
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2025-04-051h 55Unlockables: The Story of Video GamesMega Man X feat. Chris Coplien | 12 Games of ChristmasWelcome to Day 9 of the 12 Days of Christmas, Chris of Retro Hangover fame returns to the Unlockables to talk about one of the best games on the SNES, Mega Man X!
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The Unlockables is a video game podcast about people's stories and memories around the games that they play, as well as the story of the games themselves! The show consists of solo essay...
2025-04-0434 minUnlockables: The Story of Video GamesChris Coplien of Retro HangoverChris Coplien, herald of the Dick Dragon himself, stops by the Unlockables to talk about the wildly successful Retro Hangover. I talk to Chris about the unique intro sequence of the show, building a community of people who support you, and the state of collecting retro games during the post-pandemic collecting boom.
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2025-04-011h 54
Main Quest Podcast100 - Sonic CD (w/ Chris Coplien & Matt Storm)100 episodes! 100 games crossed off the Main Quest! And we're celebrating by covering a Sonic game! Hoo boy! I'm joined by the best of the best creators covering video games, Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover and Matt Storm of the Fun and Games and Reignite podcasts to talk about one of the most polarizing Sonic entries. What made the Sega CD so special? Why is Sonic CD so memorable? And is it still worth checking out today?? Check out everything Retro Hangover here! Check Matt out on: Fun and Games Reignite
2025-03-172h 52
Retro WarsEpisode 156 - Metroid FusionSamus is at her weakest, her body has been ravaged by the X parasite and she is now part Metroid. A new adventure awaits with a super powered version of herself on the prowl. How will she survive?
This week, myself and Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast are playing Metroid Fusion. Will we survive or become the next victim of the SA-X.
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2025-03-031h 21
Retro WarsEpisode 153 - Castlevania: Symphony of the nightPick up your sword against your father, it is Dracula hunting times. This week, the podcast covers one of the most iconic games of all times, Castlevania: Symphony of the night. It took me many occasions to get into get into this but upon playing metroidvanias, I finally got deep into this classic and I loved it.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast as we attempt to save Richter Belmont.
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2025-02-111h 36
Retro WarsEpisode 145 - Mega Man 2My first time playing an old school Mega Man game...Mega Man 2. I was advised to start here with the NES games and I had a blast playing it.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast as we go after the robot masters.
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2024-12-171h 29
Retro WarsEpisode 142 - Tiny Toons Buster's Hidden TresureIt is time to get a bit looney with Tiny Toon Busters Hidden Treasure for the Sega Mega Drive. I played this as kid and really enjoyed it. Although going back to it, I remember all too clearly there was one level I was not looking forward to.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast who decided to hunt the treasure.
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2024-11-251h 27
Pixel Project Radio: A Video Game PodcastThere Was Always A Choice | Spec Ops: The Line Analysis (Ep. 124)"I never meant to hurt anyone." "No one ever does, Walker."This week, Rick is joined once again by Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover Podcast) for a critical analysis of Spec Ops: The Line, Yager Development's masterclass in subversive narratives in gaming. Players take control of Walker as he, along with squadmates Adams and Lugo, embark on a rescue mission in Dubai. Heroes...right? Deontology versus consequentialism, morality through the lenses of Hobbes, Locke, and Zizek, and the importance of perspective - all of this and more, in this week's episode. Please enjoy!Click on t...
2024-11-213h 18
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - The Final Match: Super Mario 64 vs. Resident EvilAnother King of Games comes to a rousing resolution with the suspender-wearin' Sicilian going toe-to-toe with the members of S.T.A.R.S. Who do you think has the chutzpah to claim victory?---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Shane Koski (Retro Hangover)Ashton Ruby (Retro Hangover)Eric (The Unlockables)Adam (The Good, the Bad, and the Backlog)
2024-10-011h 56
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Hono(u)rable MentionsThese contenders didn't quite make the cut, but still deserve a shoutout at the very least. Before we dive headlong into the grand finale faceoff, let's take a moment to recognize those that were left behind.---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Ozzy Garcia (Retro Hangover)Keith Gasper (Main Quest)Coury Carlson (My Life in Gaming)
2024-09-242h 03
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Semi-Finals, Match 2: Resident Evil vs. Tekken 2Two polygonal powerhouses square off to determine who will claim the second spot in the final fight of KoG '96!---PanelistsShane Koski (Retro Hangover)Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Ozzy Garcia (Retro Hangover)Goobz (Secret Levels)Toby (Secret Levels)
2024-09-171h 31Tales from the Backlog133: Final Fantasy IV (with Chris Coplien - Retro Hangover & Jenny E.)Final Fantasy is one of the most well-represented series on this podcast, and its anthology structure means you can pick and choose which games you want to play without fear of playing out of order. So this year, I wanted to make sure I played a foundational one- Final Fantasy IV. I expected this to be the turning point where Square and the Final Fantasy team started to prioritize story and characters, and you can really see their attempts here, including some cool marriages of gameplay and narrative that later games no longer do. I really enjoyed my time...
2024-09-112h 25
Friday Night GamecastRevenge of the Retro: Gen V Gaming Part 2 (Directors Cut) (ft. Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover)So you thought we were done talking about this era of retro gaming last time huh? WELL GUESS WHAT WE'RE DOING IT AGAIN!! This time around we have an outstanding guest, Chris Coplien, from Retro Hangover Podcast jumping on board with us to discuss his favorite aspects of one of the most iconic console generations - Gen 5 (so iconic it even deserves 2 episodes)...Anyway, lots of fun had here we dig into deep cuts like the 3DO, Atari Jaguar and even the Pippin??? (I still don't believe that was a real thing but refuse to research it). Give this...
2024-08-231h 50
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Round 2, Match 1: Super Mario 64 vs. Wave Race 64The second round of our treacherous tourney kicks off with a battle between brothers, of sorts. Two of the heaviest hitters on Nintendo's 64-bit machine throw hands to secure a spot in the semi-finals!---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Ashton Ruby (Retro Hangover)Lynnsey
2024-08-131h 27
Retro WarsEpisode 127 - Wave Race 64Get your lifejackets on, whip out your jet skis, it is time for Wave Race 64. The games legacy is known because of the water physics. I want to know if this legacy still holds up.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast who loves this game probably a lot more than me.
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2024-08-131h 27
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Round 1, Match 6: Suikoden vs. Tekken 2A game that was, as they say, big in Japan steps to a mid-90s arcade mainstay. Can the power of a party overcome the brawn of bare-knuckle brawling?---PanelistsEric (The Unlockables)Kade Call (Gaming Memories)Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover)
2024-07-231h 32
Retro WarsEpisode 123 - Rocket Knight AdventuresGrab your Rocket Pack and your sword, Sparkster is here!!! The first game in the Rocket Knight series, Rocket Knight Adventures for the mega drive is a hard...hard game. Despite this, it is a mad, colourful and fast adventure.
This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro hangover podcast who loves this game as much as me.
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2024-07-041h 31
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Round 1, Match 3: Kirby Super Star vs. Metal SlugDo you think if Kirby were to inhale one of the dudes from Metal Slug he'd gain a bandana and severe PTSD? These are the questions that haunt us... That and who will win this match up!---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Eric (The Unlockables)Marc "Try4ce" Duddleson (My Life in Gaming)
2024-07-021h 54
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 109: Final Fantasy I, II, & III Pixel Remasters ft. Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover)In this episode Adam is joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast to chat about the first 3 Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters. A lot of waffling on about the Final Fantasy franchise in general but a fun conversation none-the-less!
2024-06-301h 21
"Fun" and Games PodcastSide Quests Episode 312: Final Fantasy Renaissance with Chris CoplienSide Quests is back and so is host Chris Coplien! He is a streamer, podcaster and Warrior of Light! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy Renaissance by Renaissance Games. Check out his podcast on Twitter and listen to the show here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here! You can find the show on Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on...
2024-06-1708 min
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Preliminaries, Match 4: Street Fighter Alpha 2 vs. Duke Nukem 3DThese games came to win Kog '96 and chew bubble gum, and brother... They're all outta gum. The second installment of the Street Fighter Alpha series goes mano a mano with the King himself Duke Nukem!---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)"Nintendhost" Tyger (Retro Hangover)Goobz (Secret Levels)
2024-06-111h 16
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Preliminaries, Match 3: Mega Man X3 vs. Lufia IIThe Rock Man cometh from the far-flung future year of 21XX to take aim at Maxim and his ragtag group of adventurers to secure a spot in the first round of KoG '96!---PanelistsAdam (The Good, the Bad, and the Backlog)Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Toby (Secret Levels)
2024-06-041h 33
Still Loading PodcastStill Loading #312: Grand Soul Story w/ Chris CoplienYou're a guard for the kingdom of Herana, a bloody coup is happening and you narrowly escape through the sewers. You now need to meet up with your family by travleing west to a place called Yerdan. This is Grand Soul Story, a new indie RPG from solo developer Jeremy Reineck, and to break this whole thing down I am joined by my good friend Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast. For full disclosure we did recieve review copies of this game for review and overall? We had a good time! We talk about the battle...
2024-05-272h 15
Retro HangoverKing of Games '96 - Preliminaries, Match 1: C&C Red Alert vs. X-Men vs. Street FighterOh yeah, brother! It's King of Games time yet again, and this go-'round we're throwin' down to crown the best game of 1996! Just like '92, there are so many solid titles to choose from that a preliminary round was necessary to lock in our sweet 16 contenders. We're kicking things off with Command & Conquer: Red Alert squaring up against X-Men vs. Street Fighter!---PanelistsChris Coplien (Retro Hangover)Shane Koski (Retro Hangover)Ozzy Garcia (Retro Hangover)
2024-05-211h 40
Retro WarsEpisode 115 - Streets of Rage 2Streets of Rage 2 is one of the best games ever made, this cannot be denied. I have enjoyed playing this game from it's release to today. It still holds up compared to it's big brother, Streets of Rage 4. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast who cannot stop proclaiming his love for this game.
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Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing Retrospectives on a bunch of games...
2024-05-071h 24
SUPER GHOSTEp. 87 - The Fiery 4th Generation: TurboGrafx-16, Sega Genesis, and Super Nintendo Entertainment System (ft. Josh and Chris)BLAST PROCESSING. TURBO-SWAP. SUPERFX QUANTUM. This week on SuperPod Saga, Aaron is joined by Josh of "Still Loading Podcast" and Chris of "Retro Hangover" as they discuss the biggest of the 4th generation home consoles: TurboGrafx-16, Sega Genesis, and Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Still Loading Podcast: https://www.stillloadingpodcast.com/Retro Hangover: https://linktr.ee/retrohangoverMore SuperPod Saga: https://www.superpodsaga.com/⦁ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsk92iXuOGiul8ZiIYNMMmQ⦁ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SuperPodSaga⦁ Instagram - https...
2024-03-252h 10
"Fun" and Games PodcastSide Quests Episode 292: SaGa Frontier with Chris CoplienSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and denizen of The Regions, Chris Coplien! The game he is talking about today is SaGa Frontier by Squaresoft and Sony Computer Entertainment! Check out his podcast on Twitter and listen to the show here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here! You can find the show on Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on...
2024-03-1807 min
Retro WarsEpisode 108 - Dragon Quest 2Grab your sword, shield and staffs, it is time to go back to the world of Dragon Quest.....Warrior....again. Dragon Quest 2 which was released for the NES is often considered unbalanced by many for one particular area of the game. I wanted to see what all the hub hub was about. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast, who played this kicking and screaming.
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2024-03-121h 17
Gaming And Collecting: Looking Back At The Games That Shaped Us!G&C Podcast - Episode 163: Collecting Stories And Experiences #3: Retro Hangover Edition! (ft. Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover)On this episode of the Gaming And Collecting Podcast, Bill and Alex are joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast to talk about game collecting for another installment of our Collecting Stories and Experiences series!
But once again guys thanks for joining us as we discuss the games that shaped us!
Follow the Gaming And Collecting Podcast on all of our socials, easily found here: https://linktr.ee/Thebarberwhogames
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Intro Music By Gerry At: https://soundcloud.com/greymatteraudio
2024-03-092h 00Tales from the BacklogEvaluating Retro Games RoundtableIn this discussion, Dave is joined by Chris Coplien (Retro Hangover podcast), Rick Firestone (Pixel Project Radio podcast) and Andre (Fine Time podcast) to discuss the challenges and our personal approaches to evaluating retro games. In this episode, we discuss our perspectives and some specific games like Rocket Knight Adventures, Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Monkey Ball, Kingdom Hearts, Dragon Quest/Dragon Warrior and many more!
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2024-02-282h 38
Retro WarsEpisode 91: Castlevania - Aria of SorrowAfter a week off due to illness, the show is back, and back with a banger in Castlevania - Aria of Sorrow. I got to play this whilst I was ill last year in hospital. I was asked by this weeks guest, Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast.
The dream of this show is that I get to play games I have never played before, and Aria of Sorrow is one of them. I had a ball playing this, and call me a fan.
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2023-11-051h 27Tales from the Backlog93: Signalis (with Chris Coplien & Shane Selterre - Retro Hangover)Signalis, by rose-engine is a game that seems to inspire everybody who plays it to jump at every chance to talk about it (or record nearly 3 hour podcasts about it, in our case). From its undeniable aesthetics calling back to the 32-bit era of Resident Evil and Silent Hill to its dreamlike story about android replikas in a cosmic horror/space sci-fi setting, Signalis leaves an impact. Luckily for me, Chris Coplien and Shane Selterre of Retro Hangover were kind enough to join me for a theorycrafting session for the ages. You should check out their podcast for some...
2023-10-252h 40
Gaming And Collecting: Looking Back At The Games That Shaped Us!G&C Podcast - Episode 143: Praise Saturn: A Sega Saturn Retrospective! (ft. Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover)On this episode of the Gaming And Collecting Podcast, Bill and Alex are joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast to discuss Sega's 5th generation console the Sega Saturn, talking about personal experiences with the system and the games behind it!
But once again guys thanks for joining us as we discuss the games that shaped us!
Follow the Gaming And Collecting Podcast on all of our socials, easily found here: https://linktr.ee/Thebarberwhogames
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2023-10-211h 42Retro WarsEpisode 86: Lunar - Silver StarThe Legendary game, Lunar - Silver Star is appearing on the podcast. I had never played this prior to be asked and I wanted to see if it was any good. Get your adventuring hat on everyone.
Joining me in my quest through history is Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast.
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2023-09-251h 39
A Top 3 PodcastThings That Start with "T" Draft (with Chris Coplien - Retro Hangover)The patrons voted for this, and it's here. The most unhinged episode of A Top 3 Podcast, where we draft things that start with the letter "T", with the draft pool being submitted by our wonderful Discord server members and social media community. And we're lucky to be joined by the one and only Chris Coplien from Retro Hangover! You should check out Chris and his co-host Shane on Retro Hangover for all of your retro gaming needs and desires.
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2023-09-171h 15
1 Hour 1 Decision (1H1D)The After Hour: Sea of StarsJoin us for a conversation that sits outside the usual format.
If you didn’t already know, our hosts recorded a standard episode about Sea of Stars… you can find that as #139 in the numbered episodes of 1H1D. Once that episode was over, however, Chris was curious to talk more about why this game stood out when compared to the many other RPGs that our hosts have played and reviewed. We kept the mics recording and now present you with the very first “After Hour” in which Tom and Chris continue their conversation with their special guest Ch...
2023-09-1725 min
1 Hour 1 Decision (1H1D)1H1D #139: Sea of StarsJust the composer’s name alone has Tom intrigued.
If you want to request a game for our hosts to play, mentioning that it was “inspired by Chrono Trigger” is a strong place to start, but noting that Tom’s favorite composer contributed ten tracks to the soundtrack might be an even more powerful strategy. Amazingly, both are true in the case of this retro-inspired indie role-playing game developed by Sabotage Studio, requested by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast. Conveniently, he was also available to be the special guest for this episode, so if the recommen...
2023-09-1429 minRetro WarsBubsy 3DFinally.....the show is covering this monster of a game, Bubsy 3D. This could be one of the worst games, if not the worst game ever made. I was sick with the ro ro and I got asked by Chris to play this game. Did he think this would make feel better? No, it did not....it made me worse. I think I got ro ro again from watching it.
Let's all enjoy this.....well try to enjoy this...together shall we
Joining me in my quest through history is Chris Coplien from the Retro...
2023-07-251h 30
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 91: Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals ft. Chris CoplienIn this episode Adam is joined by our old friend Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast! We step back to 1996 to see how "good" this allegedly under-appreciated SuperNintendo JRPG actually is!
2023-07-211h 18
Gaming And Collecting: Looking Back At The Games That Shaped Us!G&C Podcast - Episode 126: Video Game Controllers Revisited: The Great Controller Debate! (ft. Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover, Rick Firestone of Pixel Project Radio, and Slade of The Game Club Pod)On this episode of the Gaming And Collecting Podcast, Bill and Alex are joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast along with returning guests Rick Firestone of Pixel Project Radio and Slade of The Game Club Pod to revisit the topic of video game controllers, with an old fashion debate!
But once again guys thanks for joining us as we discuss the games that shaped us!
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2023-06-241h 57Retro WarsX-Men Vs Street FighterWith Street Fighter 6 now out. I decided to go back to an incredible game of X-Men Vs Street Fighter. The start of the Marvel vs Capcom series.
Joining me in my quest through history is Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast.
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2023-06-051h 18
SUPER GHOSTEp. 39 - Best Features of Failed Consoles (feat. Chris of "Retro Hangover")Like the band Poison once said: "every rose has its thorn". That applies to game consoles too, right? In this episode, Aaron, Tommy, and special guest Chris of "Retro Hangover" discuss the best features of failed consoles! Check it out!
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"Inspiring Dream" by AudioCoffee from Pixabay
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05:48 - Topic of the day
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2023-04-171h 30
Pixel Project Radio: A Video Game PodcastEpisode 65: Final Fantasy 6, Part 3My podcast is a chip in your pile. Ante up!We're back once again with the next installment of Final Fantasy 6, being joined as ever by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast. This episode covers the aftermath of the opera all the way up to the World of Ruin. There is a LOT of meat in today's episode, and it features some of the greatest moments in this game - and in JRPG history. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed reliving these moments.MORE RETRO HANGOVER: https://linktr.ee/retrohangover
2023-03-302h 22Retro WarsDragon QuestThe grandfather of RPGs, the one that started it all, Dragon Quest..or Dragon Warrior. I had never played this before so I believe it was time I go back and learn some history.
Joining me in my quest through history is Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast. He has been allowed by on after the Bouncer mess.
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2023-03-2757 min
Pixel Project Radio: A Video Game PodcastEpisode 60: Final Fantasy 6, Part 1"I PREFER the term 'treasure hunter!'"This week, Rick and Ben are joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover Podcast to talk all about one of the most important JRPGs of all time: Final Fantasy 6. The final mainline FF title for the SNES, FF6 pushed the boundaries of what a JRPG could be, and set a new tone for the series moving forward; whereas 1 through 5 were somewhat more lighthearted, 6 marks the beginnings of the FF series tackling heavier, more mature topics and themes. In this installment, we cover all of the development history, talk about thematic...
2023-01-301h 50Retro WarsThe BouncerIt is the one year episode!!! Myself and Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast are covering the Bouncer for the PlayStation 2. This was not a fun time which is weird because I should be covering something fun for the one year. Enjoy me just getting upset.
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2023-01-301h 43
Main Quest Podcast71 - Sonic The Hedgehog (w/ Chris Coplien)After a handful of Genesis episodes, and several dozen Nintendo games, it's finally the opposite side of the console war. Sonic The Hedgehog was the anti-Nintendo missile Sega needed that finally broke the industry wide open and offered up the competition some people were looking for. Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast joins the quest today as we talk about why this game is so important and what it's like playing it today... Check out and support Retro Hangover HERE! Support the show further and DRIP HARD @ the Redbubble store! Follow the...
2023-01-161h 47Retro WarsFinal Fantasy IITHAT ONE......this is the best way to describe this game. Final Fantasy 2 was first released in Japan and took a long time to hit Western shores. I finally had a good sit down with Chris Coplien and we had a good old chin wag about what is considered the most controversial out of the Final Fantasy games....and it was only the second one.
My guest this week is Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast. You can find their links here - linktr.ee/retrohangover
We actually have proper news this we...
2022-11-121h 34
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 73: BONUS #16 - As Dusk Falls ft. Chris Coplien and JonDo you like stories? Well this game certainly has a story! Joining Adam in this episode are special guests: Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast, and Jon to discuss our in-depth thoughts on the latest narrative adventure game published by Xbox Game Studios: As Dusk Falls.
2022-09-302h 08Tales from the Backlog42: Spec Ops: The Line (with Chris Coplien - Retro Hangover)There are games with good stories, there are games with great gameplay, and there are games where gameplay directly feeds into the story to create an experience you'll never forget. Spec Ops: The Line (Yager Development, 2012) is one of those games. Chris Coplien from Retro Hangover joins Dave for a discussion about the incredible things that this game does.
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Intros and Personal Histories 00:54
Story Setup and Themes 14:49
Combat and Gameplay 39:37
Final Thoughts 53:54
Spoiler Wall 59:44
Check out Retro Hangover! It's a very entertaining and informative retro gaming podcast.
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2022-09-072h 29
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 66: BONUS #14 - Eiyuden Chronicle Rising ft. Chris Coplien and KadeGet your stamp cards ready, Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast and Kade from the Gaming Memories podcast have joined Adam to run errands with our anthropomorphic Kangaroo friend in the prequel to the spiritual successor of the Suikoden franchise. Confused? Me too!
2022-07-071h 10Retro WarsLylat Wars/Star Fox 64One of the gems of the N64 and then gem of the franchise, Lylat Wars/Star Fox 64. I played a lot of this growing up and got really good at it. My guest did the same, returning to the show, Chris Coplien, the presenter of the Retro Hangover, joins me for a good chin wag.
2022-06-051h 08
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 63: BONUS #13 - Threads of Fate ft. Chris Coplien and Ozzy GarciaIn this episode Adam is joined by special guests Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast, and Ozzy Garcia (a Cuban). We took on Squaresoft's 1999 forgotten PS1 JRPG: Threads of Fate... or Dewprism if you're a purist like Chris. Was the game worth it? Is there a good reason it was forgotten? Tune in to find out!
2022-05-251h 37
Grand Rapidians Play Video Games158) Danganronpa Arkanoid AutomataWelcome back to our special guest Chris Coplien, our friend from the Retro Hangover Podcast. In this episodes second take we drink Coca-Cola Starlight, Guinness Foreign, and Bell's Double Soft Parade. RLXP includes bunk bagels, bogus appointments, and completed examinations. We've played Nier Automata (XB), Danganronpa Trigger Happy Havoc Anniversary Edition (XB), Y's (Not covered here, go check out Retro Hangover for coverage of this series), and Arkanoid (NES/Arcade). Our reccos are Pursuing Pixels, After Hours At The Twelfth House, and Mike The Ref on Twitch.
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Retro Hangover - http://retrohangover.com/
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2022-03-261h 16
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 54: Bonus #10 - Castlevania Judgement (Wii) ft. Chris Coplien from Retro HangoverChris Coplien from Retro Hangover joins the show to fill in for Kiaran and discuss the red-headed stepchild of the Castlevania franchise. Is the Wii 3D fighting game an abomination to rival the most fearsome night creature? or is it the unofficial Death Note crossover you never knew you wanted? Tune in to find out and also hear our pitches for the next Castlevania spinoff title!
2022-02-031h 05
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 34: Bonus #5 - Nier Automata ft. Chris CoplienSpecial guest Chris Coplien from Retro Hangover Podcast returns for a spoilerific discussion on one of Adam's favourite games: Nier Automata. We chat our impressions, story spoilers, Yoko Taro, the Draken-Nier franchise, and more. So where the bloody hell are ya?
2021-04-151h 22
Grand Rapidians Play Video Games108) Endless Shining Force BreakoutWelcome back to our favorite Retro Hangover Podcast host (i.e. the one who comes on our show), Chris Coplien! In this episode we drink Buzzin' Bee from Veterans United Craft Brewery, another Oddside seltzer (Mojito flavor), and another Speciation sour (Red Edge). We've played Endless Ocean: Blue World (Wii), Shining Force III (Saturn), Arkanoid Breakout (Switch), Arkanoid (NES), and Breakout (Atari 2600). We recommend the podcasts The Good, The Bad, and The Backlog, The Hyacinth Disaster, and Killer History.
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Retro Hangover Podcast - http://retrohangover.com/index.php/category/podcast/
The Good, The Bad, and...
2021-04-101h 06
Retro HangoverBishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon: Another Story (ft. Seamus Burke & Meredith Coplien)By the power of the moon, we bring you the Japan-exclusive Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon: Another Story RPG for the Super Famicom! Assisting us in this is not one, but TWO special guests: returning friend of the show Seamus Burke of Gray Man Games and Sailor Moon super fan (and co-host Chris' arguably better half) Meredith Coplien!
2021-03-081h 29
The Good, the Bad, and the BacklogEpisode 27: Bonus #3 - Trials of Mana (Switch, PS4, PC) ft. Chris Coplien from Retro HangoverAdam chats all about the Trials of Mana remake with special guest host Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast! We discuss our experiences with the original version, our thoughts on the remake, the ethics of emulation, and which game we think deserves a similar remake. We also touch on terrible english voice acting, shag-marry-kill, werewolf sex, gay clouds, and more!
2021-02-041h 39
Nintendo SecondsBonus: Why Do We Need Virtual Console?Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast shares his view on the lack of Virtual Console and how that, along with NES Online, could actually be a good move for the future of the gaming industry.
Music: Conflicts Chime - Bravely Default / Nintendo 3DS Theme Shop
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2018-10-2104 minNintendo SecondsBonus: Passing Games to the Next GenerationHere's a bonus episode from Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast regarding passing retro video games on to the next generation.
Music: Space Junk Galaxy - Super Mario Galaxy
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2018-09-2904 min