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Rkaydz Podcast#podcast | Nintendo Wii | #gaming History Preserved | Acquisition #014Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!Tonight, we induct the motion-sensing phenomenon that changed who belonged in gaming — and shattered a few TVs along the way. This is the Nintendo Wii (Black Variant), functionally complete with stand, manual, and accessories — just missing its original box. A relic of living room revolutions and unexpected physics.From High School Musical to Casino Royale, and the rise of YouTube in 2006, we look back at a console that dared to wave — literally. Featuring stories of flying Wiimotes, destroyed light fixtures, and Nintendo’s rubberized response.#Wii #NintendoWii #Wiimote #VideoGameHistory #Rkaydz🔔 Subscribe and follow our journey thr...
2025-09-0305 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | ColecoVision Expansion Module | #gaming History Preserved | Acquisition #013Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection.Tonight, we induct a rare and rebellious artifact from 1982: the ColecoVision Expansion Module #1 — a bold piece of hardware that dared to play its rival's games. This slightly worn module may not look like much, but it represents one of the most radical acts of compatibility in video game history.While Atari and Coleco were battling for dominance, this expansion module broke the rules. It allowed ColecoVision owners to play Atari 2600 cartridges directly — without modding, emulation, or apology. A silent treaty, forged in plastic.
2025-08-2804 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Jakks Nintendo Figures | #gaming Preserved | Acquisition #012Welcome back to the Rkaydz Museum — where reverence meets retro.Today, we induct three stunning examples of modern toy craftsmanship: the Jakks Pacific Mario (2023), Princess Daisy (2024), and Ice Luigi (2024) collectible figures. Born in the wake of The Super Mario Bros. Movie’s billion-dollar success, these figures don’t just represent characters — they honor legacy.From Jakks Pacific’s roots in the toy industry to Nintendo’s shift toward display-worthy merchandise, we explore how action figures evolved into museum-quality artifacts. These aren’t just toys… they’re tangible nostalgia molded in plastic and pai...
2025-08-2405 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Secret Level (Amazon Prime) | #gaming History | Acquisition #011Welcome back to Season Two of the Rkaydz Museum — where video game history is archived, celebrated, and preserved like never before.In this premiere episode, we induct something truly unprecedented:“Secret Level”, the groundbreaking Amazon Prime animated anthology that turned 15 iconic video games into cinematic television events. Produced by Tim Miller (Deadpool, Love Death & Robots) and Blur Studio, and featuring voice legends like Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Kevin Hart, this series boldly proved that gaming stories are worthy of the screen.From Dungeons & Dragons to Warhammer 40K, Armore...
2025-08-2207 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Onimusha: Warlords | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #010Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!Today, we ceremonially induct Onimusha: Warlords — the legendary PlayStation 2 title that merged Capcom’s mastery of horror with the mythic drama of samurai cinema. Released in March 2001, this game redefined the action-adventure genre with its blend of supernatural battles, Sengoku intrigue, and the unforgettable Samanosuke Akechi.Developed by the minds behind Resident Evil, Onimusha brought us demonic warlords, cinematic swordplay, and an innovative critical hit system that rewarded precise combat timing. Over two million copies sold, countless lives sliced, and one resurrected Nobunaga later... this is a relic that demands reve...
2025-06-0705 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast |Hori Mario Kart Racing Wheels | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #009Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!Today, we induct not one — but two legendary peripherals from the world of Mario Kart: the Hori Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro Mini and the Pro Deluxe edition. Released alongside Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in 2017, these wheels brought arcade-style racing into homes with playful design and surprising precision.From the lightweight, lap-friendly Mini to the full-scale Deluxe with pedals and suction mounts, Hori delivered immersive options for all types of players. Together, they represent a moment where Nintendo fun met engineering flair — bridging the gap between couch gaming and serious competition.
2025-06-0409 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Arcadia Fireball Instruction Manual | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #008Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!The Fireball Instruction Manual for the Atari 2600 — a relic from 1982 that guided players through one of the system’s most intense Breakout-style challenges. Published by Arcadia Corporation and designed for use with the Starpath Supercharger, Fireball featured five fiery game modes, from “Firetrap” to “Cascade.”This manual — now safely housed in our archive — showcases crisp illustrations, gameplay strategies, and the enduring charm of early video game literature.Visit The Gaming Historian:https://thegaminghistorian.com/YouTube Channel: @GamingHistorian🔔 Subscribe and follow our journey through video game...
2025-05-3105 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Club Nintendo & Nintendo Power Pad | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #007Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!In today’s ceremonial double induction, we uncover two milestones from Nintendo’s legacy:🎴 First, the Club Nintendo Registration Card — a simple insert that once unlocked a vault of exclusive rewards, from gold Wii accessories to Zelda soundtracks. More than a point system, it was a passport into Nintendo’s inner circle.🕹 Then, the Nintendo Power Pad — a vinyl marvel that brought full-body motion to 8-bit gameplay. Long before Ring Fit or the Wii Balance Board, there was this pressure-sensitive mat… where players ran, jumped, and sweated in the...
2025-05-2807 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Netflix Streaming Disc | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #006Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!🎮 Support Boss Level GivingEvery view helps us give back. Visit rkaydz.com/donate to join our mission of making gaming more accessible for everyone — because history should be preserved, and joy should be shared.Today, we induct a forgotten fragment of the streaming revolution: the Netflix Streaming Disc for PlayStation 3 — a physical disc that unlocked on-demand movies before apps ruled the world.In 2009, as President Barack Obama took office and Avatar dazzled theaters, PlayStation 3 owners were mailing in for...
2025-05-2406 minRkaydz Podcast#podcast | Final Fantasy X (PlayStation 2, US Release) | Acquisition #005The Rkaydz Collection proudly inducts a genre-defining classic: Final Fantasy X for the PlayStation 2 — the first in the legendary RPG franchise to feature full voice acting, a revolutionary sphere grid system, and one of the most emotionally resonant stories in video game history.Released in 2001 during a transformative era for both gaming and global culture, this complete-in-box artifact is preserved in excellent condition, complete with its original manual and case. Today, it joins our growing digital museum with reverence and white-gloved ceremony.💥 New in this episode:Introducing Boss Level Giving — our charitable initiative supporting gamers with disabilities. Every view helps r...
2025-05-2105 minRkaydz PodcastSega Genesis Instruction Manual | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #004Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection! Today, we induct the original Sega Genesis instruction manual into the Rkaydz Collection 📘✨From Sonic setups to RF switch confusion, this little manual was the guidebook of a generation. And the condition? Near pristine.Join us every Tuesday and Friday as we preserve the iconic moments, consoles, and cartridges that shaped generations.🎮✨ 🔔 Subscribe and follow our journey through video game history: https://youtu.be/jmV-rHRc4Ec?si=XDPvdxXV-tTkAg60🎟️ Learn about Rkaydz Video Gaming Museum: https://www.rkaydz.com🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday!Follow us:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rkaydz/Threads: https://www...
2025-05-1706 minRkaydz PodcastTengen Press Kit (1989) | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #003The Rkaydz Video Game Museum Collection proudly inducts its third artifact: original Tengen Press Kit Inserts from 1989 — rebellious marketing materials from a time when Atari Games took on Nintendo’s licensing stronghold.Join our curator as we return to the final year of the 1980s — a time of fallen walls, black cartridges, and courtroom showdowns. These bold inserts, promoting titles like Klax and R.B.I. Baseball 2 were defiance in paper form.Experience museum-quality gaming collections in audio form, or visit YouTube.com/@RKaydz to see our gloved presentation in full ceremonial detail....
2025-05-1405 minRkaydz PodcastDiablo Battle Chest: Wide Box Edition | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #002The Rkaydz Video Game Museum Collection proudly inducts its second artifact: the formidable Diablo Battle Chest - Wide Box Edition from the early 2000s.Join our curator as we journey back to 2001, when iTunes first revolutionized music collections and broadband was still a luxury. This complete anthology features Diablo II, its expansion Lord of Destruction, and a comprehensive strategy guide—preserved in remarkable condition for over two decades.Experience museum-quality gaming preservation in audio form, or visit YouTube.com/@RKaydz to see our gloved presentation in full detail.Hit the follow button on Sp...
2025-05-1004 minRkaydz PodcastNintendo Switch OLED | Rkaydz Podcast | Acquisition #001The Rkaydz Video Game Museum Collection proudly inducts its first artifact: the pristine Nintendo Switch OLED model. Join our curator as we explore this 2021 milestone that featured a vibrant 7-inch display, enhanced audio, and an Ethernet-ready dock—Nintendo's refined vision before the Switch 2. Experience museum-quality gaming preservation in audio form, or visit YouTube.com/@RKaydz to see our gloved presentation in full detail.Hit the follow button on Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel💬 Comment below: Did you own a...
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