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Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 73 - Meet Atari's Streamer, VernNoticeStarting around mid-2025, VernNotice started streaming weekly on Atari's Twitch channel, playing new, old, and really old releases from Atari's library. Outside of that, he's a full-time streamer for his own channel. It's a world that's alien to me, so I've had my eye on this interview for a while to pick Vern's brain on all things streaming. We cover quite a few topics, including Vern's intro to streaming, what makes a good streaming game, neon lights, and so much more!YouTube: https://youtu.be/kRP39Y6-3Kc...
2026-02-271h 09Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 72 - Let's Play Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition w/ Digital EclipseDuring the mid-90s, a unique and unlikely mascot platformer emerged from Ubisoft: Rayman. 30 years and many entries and spin-offs later, the game that started it all is back via Digital Eclipse in a rather unique collection of titles. Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition gathers multiple versions of the original title across all platforms with the expected reverence that only Digital Eclipse can deliver, plus plenty of documentary footage and documents to tell the story of how the beloved limbless mascot came to be. Joining me, yet again, is Chris Kohler (Editorial Director), who joins me in a journey through...
2026-02-131h 04Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 71 - Let's Play The Disney Afternoon Collection w/ Digital Eclipse[Recorded on March 26th, 2026] Way way WAY back in 2017, Digital Eclipse and Disney partnered to bring The Disney Afternoon Collection to Xbox One, PS4, and Steam, featuring classic retro Disney titles like DuckTales and TaleSpin among a handful of others. Fast-forward to now, and DE is back at the helm to bring the title to Switch and Switch 2 with some surprise additions. Noteable: Bonkers and Shinji Mikami's Goof Troop. Joining me to discuss the development of the original release and what's in this update are Digital Eclipse's Chris Kohler (Editorial Director), Frank Cifaldi (Founder of the Video Game History...
2026-02-111h 21Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 70 - AtariAge and "Deep Retro" w/ Albert YarussoWe're back after our holiday hiatus! Game previews will be coming soon and often, but to kick things off, here's a bit of a self-indulgent treat for you all. AtariAge officially joined the Atari family in 2023, but it has been a staple in the homebrew community for decades before that. Albert Yaruso, one of the cofounders, continues its operations today, but has a much longer history in the game industry that crosses paths with some legendary titles. I'm not going to mince words: this one's for the nerds. Al doesn't hold back, diving into the ins and outs of...
2026-01-161h 25Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 69 - From Tabloid to RollerCoaster Tycoon w/ Matt RaithelIf you've been following the happenings of Atari for the last few years, you've likely taken note of some of our frequent collaborators. One of them, Graphite Lab, has been delivering killer new titles like Kombinera, Mr. Run and Jump, and Qomp 2, while also serving as the current steward of RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic. That's in addition to fostering a number of other projects with various partners. At the center of their operation is Matt Raithel, Studio Director of Graphite Lab. Following the launch of a title on the newly released Board platform, I thought it was an opportune time...
2025-12-0500 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 67 - Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection w/ Digital EclipseNOTE: This was recorded on October 30th. Please follow Atari and Digital Eclipse for the latest news and updates about our games.Mortal Kombat! This series needs no introduction, but it does have a story to tell. No, not the one about its kombatants, but rather its origins and rise to prominence. Mortal Kombat changed the gaming industry forever, so it would be no small undertaking to both tell the tale and deliver a wide collection of the classic series emulated to painstaking perfection. Fortunately, Digital Eclipse was more than up to the task...
2025-11-2400 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 68 - Let's Play Total Chaos w/ ApogeeSurprising you like a good ol' jump scare, the Atari and Apogee partnership rolls on with a shadow drop of Total Chaos on PC and consoles yesterday, November 20th. This one comes from the one-man shop, Sam Prebble/Trigger Happy Interactive, and is a follow-up to the commercial and critical success, Turbo Overkill. What you may not know is that Total Chaos came first, starting as a Doom 2 mod before being remade in its current terrifying form. I'm not going to spoil any more than that here, as Sam was kind enough to join me and Apogee's Jeron Moore...
2025-11-2100 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 66 - Let's Play Blood: Refreshed Supply w/ Nightdive StudiosBack in 1997, Monolith released the classic FPS, Blood, on PC, introducing brutally violent content to critical acclaim and immediate cult status. 22 years later, Nightdive Studios worked their magic to bring a remaster of the game, Fresh Supply, to PC, reintroducing the title to a new generation. Fast forward to now, and they have announced one more go at the title: Blood: Refreshed Supply. What's new this time around? I brought on some key members of the team to answer that very question and why this is the definitive version of Blood for fans of the classic, the 2019 release, and...
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Hub PodcastsPremier Ford is Canada’s cartoonish Mayor QuimbyHub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:17 - Premier Ford is Canada’s cartoonish Mayor Quimby, by David Polansky 8:03 - Interprovincial pipelines fall under federal responsibility, former Alberta premier reminds B.C. and Ottawa, by Falice Chin 15:12 - Jason Kenney on the federal government allowing B.C. to block national projects, by The Hub Staff This program...
2025-10-1720 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 65 - Just Hanging Out w/ Ethan StearnsWe have a crazy slate of games coming out. Some announced, some to be announced, but there are plenty of games to talk about that haven't been covered in the podcast yet. Those will be coming soon, so please allow us to slow things down a bit and catch up with Atari VP of Games, Ethan Stearns. It's been a while since he's been on the podcast, and he was fortunately able to join me to look back on this crazy year so far and look a bit ahead, covering all the events we've been to this year, some...
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Summon Sign: A Gaming ConversationIs Hades II the Perfect Sequel?This week Colin and Jason Polansky discuss Hades 2, Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles, Ghost of Yōtei, and more!
Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.
0:00:00 - Intro0:17:02 - Hades 20:41:06 - Hot Shots Golf0:59:50 - Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles1:18:44 - Sort it Out/Keep it Up2:17:28 - Game Recommendation2:20:30 - Ghost of Yōtei2:28:46 - Quick Tshushima thoughts2:32:38 - RoboCop: Rogue City - Un...
2025-10-103h 52Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 64 - Let's Play Wizordum w/ ApogeeBack in April, Apogee and Emberheart Games released the killer boomer shooter, Wizordum, out of early access. Shortly thereafter, a partnership was formed with Atari and Infogrames to bring the title to consoles, which made its debut this week! Joining me this week are Primoz Vovk (Lead at Emberheart Games) and Jeron Moore (Executive Producer at Apogee) to discuss the title from its origin to release and everything in between. This one covers a unique look at a game outside of the traditional orbit, the relationship between a developer and publisher, and the learnings from early access. Enjoy!
2025-09-261h 13Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 63 - The New Voice of Bubsy w/ Sean ChiplockMascot platformers can be defined by their voice performers. Charles Martinet as Mario and Roger Craig Smith as Sonic, to name the two most prolific examples. From the first sound bites of Sean Chiplock as our wise-cracking feline hero, it was immediately clear that he was our Bubsy; The near-universally positive response since the announcement further punctuated that feeling. So to round out our streak of Bubsy podcasts, Sean was gracious enough to join me and Sam Brown (Atari Release Manager and Producer on Bubsy 4D) to talk about his journey to becoming a voice actor and what it...
2025-09-1256 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 62 - Bubsy 4D w/ FabrazAs we covered in the last episode, Bubsy has had an interesting past, to say the least. Now, however, we're looking forward with the announcement of Bubsy 4D. Yes, we had the audacity to make a sequel to Bubsy 3D, and by "we," I mean everyone gathered on this podcast: Fabian Rastorfer (Co-founder and co-lead at Fabraz), Ben Miller (Co-founder and co-lead at Fabraz), and Sam Brown (Atari Release Manager and Producer on Bubsy 4D). We talk about how this all came to be and walk through some of the early levels of the recently announced title.
2025-08-291h 06Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 61 - Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection w/ Limited Run GamesDepending on your point of reference, Bubsy is either a figure to be revered or reprimanded for his stamp on platforming history. Fortunately, thanks to our friends at Limited Run Games, you can experience the history of this legendary bobcat through his classic adventures in the upcoming Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection. LRG has leveraged their Carbon Engine to ensure each game gets it’s proper shake with some additional quality-of-life features, but you’ll have to watch/listen to learn the details. Joining me for this are LRG’s Audi Sorlie (Producer), Joe Modzeleski (Development Director), and Sam Brown...
2025-08-151h 11Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 60 - Namco Classics Come to Atari 50 w/ Digital EclipseThe party hasn't stopped since Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration was first released in 2022, as there are always more stories to tell. Enter the upcoming DLC, Namco Legendary Pack, where, true to its name, some of gaming's most legendary titles make their way to the collection. Xevious, Galaxian, and, of course, Pac-Man finally make their Atari 50 debut with a whole new timeline to tell the tale. For this episode, we discuss the story behind the story by going into the development of the DLC and what to expect from this hefty add-on. Joining me are Digital Eclipse's Chris Kohler (Editorial...
2025-08-011h 12Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 59 - Let's Play System Shock 2 (w/ Nightdive Studios)About 25 years ago, Kev Levine and Looking Glass Studios released one of the greatest games of all time, System Shock 2. Now, thanks to the efforts of Nightdive Studios, the game has returned better than ever on more platforms than ever before. To dive into what and how things have improved, I've recruited a few folks from the team to peak behind the curtain. Joining me to discuss are Nightdive's Daniel Grayshon (Project Manager/Director), Josh Dowell (Programmer), and Jonatan Pöljö (Creative Director).YouTube: https://youtu.be/iBZ6dUdQgTUJo...
2025-07-181h 04Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 58 - Let's Play Totally Reliable Delivery Service w/ SneakyBoxBack in 2020, We're Five Games' Totally Reliable Delivery Service made a name for itself thanks to its wacky physics-based antics. Streamers gravitated towards its chaos, which only broadened its appeal that endures to this day. Following the acquisition of the title by Infogrames, we recruited SneakyBox to get to work on an update and some new DLC to give more content to those fans who stuck with the game all this time and entice new players to check it out. Joining me to dive into these updates and DLCs are SneakyBox's Vytautas Ruzgus (producer), Augustas Vachauzas (game designer), and...
2025-07-0456 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 53 - Let's Play Turok w/ Nightdive StudiosThe fabled episode 53 is finally releaseable, and it's all about Turok, which has just been announced for physical formats and will be released later this year! I jumped at the opportunity to chat about Turok with the team at Nightdive because it's a truly seminal FPS that has endured for generations. Joining me to discuss are Nightdive's Eric Serio ( Senior Developer) and Grover Wimberly IV (Producer) to dive deep into all the bells and whistles that are included in the remaster, along with plenty of indulgent, nostalgic tangents.YouTube: https://youtu.be/_RYZ8pjrKnQ
2025-06-2700 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 57 - Let's Play Golden Tee Arcade Classics w/ Digital EclipseGolden Tee has been a staple of bars and arcades for decades, thanks to its inviting and intuitive trackball controls and pitch-perfect golf game feel. But how, you may ask, would you translate that to consoles that aren't equipped with a trackball? A great question that can only be answered by a couple of returning guests from Digital Eclipse who tackled this very question. Calvin Vu (producer) and Jason Cirillo (engineer and artist) walk me through the ins and outs of the title and the process of bringing a vast collection of Golden Tee titles to consoles while retaining...
2025-06-2056 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 56 - Let's Play Adventure of Samsara (w/ Ilex)Atari's legendary title, Adventure, was the first of its kind and laid the groundwork for the future of game design. When Ilex, a small team in Brazil, showed Tower of Samsara to us for the first time, we were immediately captivated by its beautiful pixel art and animation and inspired by its mix of old and new gameplay hooks to create a unique metroidvania. Even more surprising was the opportunity to weave the classic Adventure into this sprawling epic, now titled Adventure of Samsara. We walk through the journey of the title from a failed Kickstarter to the impending...
2025-06-091h 07Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 55 - The Past, Present, and Future of MobyGames (w/ Jim Leonard and Tracy Poff)MobyGames has been THE gaming repository well before Atari's acquisition of it in 2022, and one that gaming professionals and consumers alike are constantly hitting up. As a big fan myself, it was a pleasure to bring on Jim Leanard, co-founder of MobyGames, and Tracy Poff, current developer and long-time contributor. We talk through the website's founding, its decades-long journey to now, and what's currently happening behind the scenes under Atari's stewardship.YouTube: https://youtu.be/h8796M22bR0Join the Atari Club on Discord: https://discord.gg/atariclub
2025-05-231h 04Summon Sign: A Gaming ConversationInsane Games OnlyThis week Ben and Jason Polansky join Brad to discuss various games including Promise Mascot Agency, Demon Turf, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.
0:00:00 - Intro00:10:55 - Promise Mascot Agency00:32:17 - Demon Turf00:36:58 - Kirby Triple Deluxe00:50:44 - Sort it Out/Keep it Up01:28:34 - Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist01:46:03 - Revenge of the Savage Planet01:57:42 - Expedition 3302:23:40 - Closing Questions
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2025-05-232h 56Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 54 - Our Favorite I, Rebel Game Jam Games w/ LlamasoftLeading up to the release of Llamasoft's I, Robot, Atari put on the I, Rebel game jam, challenging independent creators to "create a game Jeff Minter will love." Everyone had one week to create the game and a secret theme to abide by. Then, it was up to Llamasoft to judge the winners. Following the process, I invited Jeff (the Ox) and Ivan Zorzin (the Goat) back on the podcast to play the winning games and some select favorites that just missed the cut.YouTube: https://youtu.be/GeHie-2Jvlw
2025-05-0900 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 52 - Fun and Games 2Things have been busy here at Atari. Real busy! Following a string of game previews, announcements, and releases - not to mention the things you DON'T know about - there was a gap in the schedule, and I needed to get creative. Thankfully, I rounded up a trio of guests to talk about some games and do some silly trivia. Joining me for this short and sweet episode are Sam Brown (Release Manager), Shah-Rukh Faridi (Marketing Coordinator), and returning champion Mark Perloff (Senior Producer).YouTube: https://youtu.be/u9RJiZFHG1s
2025-04-1146 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 51 - Missile Command Delta w/ Mighty Yell and 13AMAbout two weeks ago, we unveiled a new take on the classic series, Missile Command. The teaser is just that, but there's so much more to say about the game! Fortunately, the team that worked on the title was kind enough to join me and talk through a deeper look at the game. My guests are Dave Proctor (Executive Producer on MCD), Tom McCall (Creative Director on MCD), and Mark Perloff (Senior Producer at Atari).YouTube: https://youtu.be/2f9pECQfzY4Wishlist Missile Command Delta:
2025-03-281h 06Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 50 - Let's Play Bread & Fred w/ Sand Castles StudioAbout two years ago, a small indie team released Bread & Fred on the unassuming masses. Starring two adorable penguins, the game became a viral sensation with its hilariously challenging gameplay that's been streamed to millions of viewers. On the heels of its success, Sand Castles Studio got to work on a free add-on for those looking for an even greater challenge. Dubbed The Lab, that update was released on March 7th. Just before that, I was able to wrangle the team together to talk with me about their indie developer journey and how the title blew up. The said...
2025-03-1446 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 49 - RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 on PS and Xbox w/ MutekiFollowing the release on Switch in 2020, which followed the original release back in 2004, RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 is now coming to PlayStation and Xbox for the first time via our friends at Muteki. Due to some untimely illnesses, only one of the three planned guests, Andrew Hynek (Lead Programmer on the RCT3 port), was able to join me for this one, but that didn't stop us from having a spirited talk as we toured through the title running on current-gen hardware. YouTube: https://youtu.be/aU5RPS7kbn4Preorder RCT3 on...
2025-02-2858 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 48 - Let's Play I, Robot w/ LlamasoftPlease accept this disclaimer for flashing lights and errant farm animals because we have a new Llamasoft joint on the horizon! The legendary Jeff Minter (the Ox) and Ivan Zorzin (the Goat) join me to discuss their latest Atari title revamp: I, Robot. We talk about the new game, some classic I, Robot history, and a story involving a South American ox festival and the pope. Enjoy!YouTube: https://youtu.be/vxGh348EGEYWishlist I, Robot:Xbox: https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store...
2025-02-1457 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 47 - Let's Play Breakout Beyond w/ Choice ProvisionsAfter much teasing, we're back with some game announcements and, in turn, some previews with the devs! Breakout Beyond has taken a fascinating journey leading up to its release - starting as an ill-fated Amico title before finding a second life under Atari publishing. We get into all of that and more in this episode thanks to my guests: Garrett Varrin (Programmer / Systems Designer at Choice Provisions), Mike Roush (Cofounder of Choice Provisions), and Jason Cirillo (Engineer/Designer at Digital Eclipse).YouTube: https://youtu.be/FIpXAS0IEnYWishlist Breakout...
2025-02-041h 09Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 46 - Adventures in Writing w/ DE's Dan AmrichOne more talkie before the gameplay podcasts resume, I promise! Dan Amrich, Content Editor at Digital Eclipse, was kind enough to come back on the podcast to discuss his journey to where he is today. Dan has covered a lot of ground in his writing career, spanning many entertainment genres and a lot of ground geographically. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.YouTube: https://youtu.be/cLYwRr-WlgACheck out the latest Digital Eclipse releases:Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's...
2025-01-1750 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 45 - Atari FeudDue to holidays taking a chunk out of our schedule, we're interrupting the regularly scheduled podcast with Atari Feud! Ethan Stearns (VP of games) cooked up a competition for Tim Lapetino (Creative Director) and Digital Eclipse's Mike Mika to test their games knowledge.YouTube: https://youtu.be/BkPStNEOVasJoin the Atari Club on Discord: https://discord.gg/atariclubFollow us:X: https://x.com/atariBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/atari.comJason Polansky: https...
2025-01-0347 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 44 - The Thing: Remastered w/ Nightdive StudiosEarlier in December, Nightdive Studios shadow-dropped The Thing Remastered to much fanfare. Both the game and the movie that it serves as a direct sequel to have strong cult-followings and the folks at Nightdive did what they do best to make sure their remaster of the 2002 title exceeded those fans' expectations. Joining me to talk more about it all are Mark Atkinson (Original Technical Director of the 2002 Thing video game, Programming Team of Remaster), Albert Marin Garau (Technical Artist), Kevin Fox (3D Artist), and Josh Dowell (Game Programmer on Kex Engine Team). We jump right into playing the game...
2024-12-201h 19Summon Sign: A Gaming ConversationIndiana Jones' Glorious ReturnThis week Matty and Atari's Jason Polansky join Brad to talk Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Marvel Rivals, Ys X: Nordics, and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.0:00:00 - Intro0:15:13 - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (contains mild spoilers for locations)1:06:27 - Marvel Rivals1:27:00 - Ys X: Nordics1:51:56 - Sort It Out/Keep It Up2:21:06 - Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth2:46:59 - Reynatis3:21:43...
2024-12-133h 58Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 43 - Fun and GamesFollowing a long run of game preview episodes, things slow down a bit for this one. I invited some members of the Atari games team to join me to just talk games and play some silly trivia games. Among them: Ethan Stearns (VP of Games), Sam Brown (Publishing Coordinator), and Shah-Rukh Faridi (Marketing Coordinator). Hope you enjoy this one and we'll get back to game previews and dev chats in the next one!YouTube: https://youtu.be/3SS2nbAxc5ERollerCoaster Tycoon Classic for Switch is OUT NOW!
2024-12-061h 11Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 42 - Let's Play RCT Classic... ON SWITCH! w/ Graphite LabRollerCoaster Tycoon is a legendary title that's stood the test of time for 25 years. Now, thanks to the efforts of Graphite Lab, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic is finally coming to Switch to ignite the passion of the most diehard fans and introduce a new generation of players to the original title that kicked off the enduring franchise. I'm joined by two return guests: Matt Raithel, studio director at Graphite Lab, and Carly Francis, community manager at Atari and RCT fan number one. We talk about the process of bringing RCT Classic to Switch, how the controls work, and how to...
2024-11-221h 04Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 41 - Tetris Forever w/ Digital EclipseAfter a one-episode break, we're now back to Digital Eclipse content with the impending release of Tetris Forever. Joining this week are DE's Chris Kohler, editorial director, and Jason Cirillo, lead designer and programmer of Tetris Timewarp, an original title included in Tetris Forever. We cover a lot of ground in this one, from our first experiences with Tetris, some behind-the-scenes of the development of Tetris Forever, a lot about Tetris Timewarp, and, of course, playing a silly game.YouTube: https://youtu.be/WqtfN6ZcST0Tetris Forever AVAILABLE available 11/12:
2024-11-0858 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 40 - Killing Time: Resurrected w/ Nightdive StudiosJust in time for Halloween, Nightdive Studios did what it does best. They released a remastered gem from first-person-shooting history that blended spooky shooting with live-action FMV story: Killing Time Remastered. Fortunately, I was able to assemble four guests from the team that worked on the title to speak about it. Joining this pod are Nightdive's Grover Wimberly IV (Project Manager/Producer), Adam Grayshon (Project Coordinator), Josh Dowell (Game Programme), and End (Game Programmer). We talk through the game itself, the development process, and some insight into the original game's production. And, what has become a new tradition, I...
2024-10-251h 18Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 39 - Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Preview w/ Digital EclipseSince its debut in 1993, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers has continued to capture generations of kids while leaving a deep and enduring nostalgic love for the colorful heroes. Enter Digital Eclipse's Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind - the 90s-era beat-em-up that never was. Joining me to preview the title are returning guests Dan Amrich (content editor) and Stephen Frost (head of production) in addition to Jeremey Williams (lead engineer). We talk about our history with Power Rangers, the approach and details of the game, and wrap up with a bit of competition.YouTube: https...
2024-10-111h 00Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 38 - Exploring Atari 50's First DLC w/ Digital EclipseTwo years ago, Atari and Digital Eclipse released one of the greatest odes to video game history Atari 50: the Anniversary Celebration. Turns out there's a lot more story to tell, thus leading to two announced DLC for the darling title. Joining me to dive into the first installment of the DLC, The Wider World of Atari, are Digital Eclipse's Dave Rees (Software Engineer), Dan Amrich (Content Editor), and Stephen Frost (Head of Production). We talk about what led to the creation of the DLC, how a Gold Master narrative gets constructed, and then end with a thrilling game.
2024-09-271h 14Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 37 - Producing Yars Rising w/ Mark PerloffMark Perloff is no stranger to this podcast, but has yet to be the subject. Until now! Being the lead producer on Yars Rising, it seemed like a great to bring him on to learn more about his journey to Atari, pry for some behind-the-scenes insights into Yars Rising, and then ask a slate of random questions that I love to do so much.YouTube: https://youtu.be/rg13xej-yjkYars Rising AVAILABLE NOW!Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2534370/Yars_Rising/Epic: https://store...
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The ToastTo Warranty or Not To Warranty: Thursday, September 5th, 2024Jason Kelce gives rare insight into Travis' 'cautious' mindset at start of Taylor Swift romance (Page Six), Travis Kelce's Team Slams Taylor Swift Breakup PR Contract (PEOPLE)Lady Gaga reveals how she met fiancee Michael Polansky (Page Six)Tobey Maguire's Ex Jennifer Meyer Engaed to Billionaire Heir Geoffrey Ogunlesi (E! News)'Vanderpump Rules' star Lala Kent welcomes second baby conceived via sperm donor (Page Six)Lenny Hochstein and fiancee Katharina Mazepa end engagement 1 year after proposal (Page Six)Tell Me Lies RecapThe Toast with Jackie (@JackieOshry) and Claudia Oshry (@girlwithnojob) Lea...
2024-09-051h 05Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 36 - Jetlagged w/ WayForward's James MontagnaLess than 24 hours after getting home from Gamescom in Germany, James Montanga, director of Yars Rising, kindly agreed to join me once again for a more light-hearted episode of the podcast. My goal: talk a bit more about Yars Rising beyond what was covered in our preview in Episode 31, and discuss Gamescom and demoing games to press. We cover all that and more throughout this hour-plus-long episode. Enjoy!Video link: https://youtu.be/vOFlRz-Rdb4Wishlist/Preorder Yars RisingSteam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2534370/Yars_Rising/
2024-08-301h 12Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 35 - Atari Design Through the Ages w/ Tim LapetinoTim Lapetino, writer of the book, The Art of Atari, was hired as Atari's creative director earlier this year. Few people know our company like he does as he's literally written a book on it! Tim and I (Jason) haven't had too many discussions together, so this was a great opportunity to learn more about his history and share that with you all. I hope you enjoy the discussion as much as I did!Video link: https://youtu.be/sy8YTAWRmlUWishlist/Preorder Yars RisingSteam: https...
2024-08-161h 13Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 34 - Speedrunning Mr. Run and Jump w/ Altabiscuit & Graphite LabA little over a year ago, Atari and Graphite Lab launched Mr. Run and Jump to critical acclaim. Little did we know at the time, that it would catch the speedrunning eyes of Altabiscuit and lead to runs at SGDQ and the upcoming PAX West. What better a time, then, to bring our friends from Graphite Lab, studio director Matt Raithel and MR&J director John Mikula, back to the podcast to talk speedrunning their title and speedrunning in general?Video link: https://youtu.be/AQaHnmScLygWishlist/Preorder Yars...
2024-08-021h 00Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 33 - Volgarr the Viking II w/ Digital EclipseYou ready for some retro-inspired punishment of the Nordic variety? If so, you've come to the right place. Volgar the Viking II is on the horizon and I've asked Kris Durrschmidt (Creative Director / CEO of Crazy Viking Studios) and Calvin Vu (Producer, Digital Eclipse) to join me to discuss all thing Volgarr and the games that inspired it.Video link: https://youtu.be/_w46f47lgJsWishlist/Preorder Yars RisingSteam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2534370/Yars_Rising/Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games...
2024-07-191h 00Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 32 - Mailbag!It's quiet and I want some noise, so I asked for questions from you, the audience to provide. And provide you did with dozens of write-ins that comprise the entirety of this episode. Joining me are VP of Games, Ethan Stearns, and Senior Director of Communications, David Lowey. We cover a wide variety of subjects including the future of RollerCoaster Tycoon, details behind Atari hardware choices, and which Spice Girl we'd be.NeoSprint: OUT NOW!Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2217910/NeoSprint/Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products...
2024-07-0557 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 31 - Yars Rising w/ WayForwardYars Rising has been making waves recently with a new gameplay trailer dropping, a demo during Steam Next Fest, and a preview cycle out of Summer Games Fest. To keep the good times rolling, I invited James Montagna (game director) and Mark Perloff (lead producer) to talk all about the title. We dive into the origins of the game's concept, how a metroidvania is crafted, and so much more.Video link: https://youtu.be/SD-xb83rHugThe Yars Rising remix contest: https://www.iconcollective.edu/atari
2024-06-2154 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 30 - Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord w/ Digital EclipseWizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is out of early access and available across a bevy of platforms. What better time to get Digital Eclipse on the pod to talk about it? I've assembled a party consisting of Ian Sherman (Senior Engineer), Nick Bruty (Art Director), and Justin Rosenthal-Kambic (Animation Lead) to get deep into the maze of development that's brought this classic to modern platforms as only Digital Eclipse can do.Video link: https://youtu.be/6vSjTvEalYcNew Release: Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord w...
2024-06-0758 minSummon Sign: A Gaming ConversationShock the SystemThis week Brad, and Colin are joined by special guest Jason Polansky of Atari and talk System Shock Remake, Selaco, Rise of the Ronin and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.Timestamps:0:00:00 - Intro0:45:04 - System Shock Enhanced Edition1:26:39 - Megaton Musashi W: Wired1:39:28 - Rise of the Ronin2:03:51 - Keep It Up/Sort It Out2:55:14 - Selaco3:06:30 - Resident E...
2024-06-074h 13Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 29 - PO'ed w/ Nightdive StudiosNo jokes here: the April 1st-announced PO'ed is very real and out right now, so let's talk about it! Joining this week are Nightdive Studio's CEO, Stephen Kick, and Lead KEX Engineer, Samuel "Kaiser" Villarreal. Samuel is the reason why PO'ed has graced modern platforms and you'll hear all about the title's history and how it's made the journey from the 3DO to 2024.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/gf78UqWn53sPOed AVAILABLE NOW: Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2697470/POed_Definitive_Edition/
2024-05-2447 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 28 - Atari is Returning to Arcades! w/ Alan-1The Recharged series came from the desire to create classic Atari IP from the ground up for modern hardware while retaining its arcade spirit. Enter Alan-1, the team that's bringing the franchise full circle back to Arcades with plenty of surprises along the way. We cover a lot here, including the background of Alan-1 themselves and what makes their first in this collaboration, Asteroids: Recharged, so unique and worthy of your quarters.YouTube Link: youtube linkhttps://youtu.be/izDrLT0v5jsLunar Lander Beyond AVAILABLE NOW:
2024-05-1052 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 27 - The Animations of Lunar Lander Beyond w/ BewilderHot on the heels of Lunar Lunar Beyond's release earlier in the week, we wanted to put a shine on the team that made the beautiful cutscenes throughout it: Bewilder. I'm joined by Nicolas Rix, animation director, and Pieter Jordan, lead compositor, to go into the process of creating these animations and how they added a new dimension to the world of Lunar Lander Beyond.Lunar Lander Beyond AVAILABLE NOW: Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/Epic Games Store: https://store.epicgames.com/en-US...
2024-04-2652 min
I Like WrestlingWrestlemania Night 1 with Danny CageRachel is joined by returning guest and Jason Kelce’s wrestling trainer Danny Cage to do a post-mortem on Wrestlemania Night 1. We analyze the disparity of keeping kayfabe in press conferences, reflect on Damien Priest’s cash-in, and unpack the meaning of The American Nightmare. DANNY’S INSTAGRAM @CoachDannyCageMONSTER FACTORY SOCIALS @4MonsterFactoryTHREADS @ilwpod TWITTER @ilwpodRACHEL’S THREADS @rpolansky77 BEN’S TWITTER @grumphandleslam MATT’S TWITTER @maxvocalmediaINSTAGRAM @ilwpodTIKTOK @mattvogel5 and @ilwpod#ilikewrestlingpod #ilwpod
2024-04-1252 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 26 - NeoSprint 1.0 w/ Headless ChickenIt's official: NeoSprint is exiting early access and racing to all platforms soon! What better time to see what's changed since we last checked in months ago at the start of the VCS early access period? And who better to do so than the head of developer Headless Chicken, Jose Pablo Monge Chacon (JP), and Atari's senior art director, John Kauderer, a creative driver on the title?YouTube link: https://youtu.be/mJawSuLf04wWishlist NeoSprint: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2217910/NeoSprint/Wishlist/Pre-order L...
2024-04-1244 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 25 - Lunar Lander Beyond w/ Dreams UncorporatedLunar Lander Beyond is on the horizon so what better time to sit down with Dreams Uncorporated for some behind-the-scenes discussions? Joining me this week: Alvaro Martinez (director), Jeff Cardenas (executive producer), and Carlos Rocha Silva (Dreams Uncorporated CEO).Video link: https://youtu.be/yiFhydEbQtc?si=fx9MzS3Be7Npyg5DWishlist/Pre-order Lunar Lander Beyond: Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/lunar-lander-beyond-switch/PS4/PS5: https://store.playstation.com/e...
2024-03-291h 00Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 24 - Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story w/ Llamasoft & Digital EclipseIn celebration of Jeff Minter and all things Llamasoft, we are joined by the entirety of the Llamasoft team, Jeff Minter and Ivan Zorzin, plus Chris Kohler from Digital Eclipse. We dive into the making of Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, talk through some of the games in the collection, and touch on recently updated Akka Arrh on PS5 with PSVR2 support!Video link: https://youtu.be/Hcru4ev_KskNew Releases:Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2236680/Llamasoft_The_Jeff_Minter_Story/
2024-03-1559 minI Like WrestlingStone Cold vs. HBK (King of the Ring 1997)The 90s was full of odd-couple tag teams and unlikely partners Stone Cold and HBK face-off against each other at the 1997 King of the Ring. We watch along live with special guest Uncle Naitch who brings his unique perspective having watched this PPV when it first aired in 1997. Naitch tries his best to spread the Johnny Gargano love, Rachel struggles to adjust to Morrowind, and Matt and Audio Ben round out the usual shenanigans.This episode is dedicated to Jason Richardson AKA Jaws.UNCLE NAITCH’S SOCIALS @uncle_naitchTHREADS @ilwpod TWI...
2024-03-011h 11Official Atari Games PodcastEpisode 23 - Our Favorite Stars Wars GamesEthan and Shah join the pod again to just chat and see where the conversation leads. We talk a bit about qomp2 and Lunar Lander Beyond marketing before going all in on Star Wars gaming as we celebrate this week's release of Star Wars: Dark Forces Remastered.New Releases:qomp2: https://link.atari.com/play-qomp2Star Wars: Dark Forces Remastered: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2292260/STAR_WARS_Dark_Forces_Remaster/Wishlist Lunar Lander Beyond: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/
2024-03-0147 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 22 - Let's Play qomp2 w/ Graphite LabGraphite Lab is back on the pod to talk about the imminent qomp2! Matt and Mark return, along with lead designer Brad Austrin to play and discuss the making of qomp2. We go through the approach to designing a sequel to an indie cult classic, building on such simple gameplay, and how to integrate narrative into a game about PONG ball.Video version of this episode with gameplay can be found here: https://youtu.be/HncmIoJV6UsWishlist Upcoming Games:qomp2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2243510/qomp2/
2024-02-1647 min
Dark Side of the LibraryDark Adult Fiction Books Coming Out February 2024 Part 2/2Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #174: Dark Adult Fiction Books Coming Out February 2024 Part 2/2 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Lady in Glass and Other Stories, by Anne Bishop (Feb 27) https://amzn.to/3GMM1Zr Like a Mother, by Mina Hardy (Feb 6) https://amzn.to/3w6JvuA Medea, by Eilish Qui...
2024-02-1635 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 21 - Chatting with Larry KupermanLarry Kuperman, Director of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, joins the podcast for another getting-to-know-you episode. We start by getting into the relationship between Nightdive and Atari since the acquisition and then get into more personal subjects like Larry's background and our position on the term "boomer shooter".Wishlist Upcoming Atari and Nightdive Games:qomp2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2243510/qomp2/Lunar Lander Beyond: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/STAR WARS™: Dark Forces Remaster: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2292260/STAR_WARS_Dark_Fo...
2024-02-0241 min
The Sausage FactoryThe Sausage Factory: 478 – Berzerk Recharged by SneakyboxChris O'Regan interviews Vytautas Ruzgus, Project Manager at Sneakybox, and Jason Polansky, Producer from Atari to ask them how they created an homage to the arcade classic, Berzerk Recharged.
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Music is by Music by Megan McDuffee, Bandcamp page can be found here:https://meganmcduffee.bandcamp.com/
The Sausage Factory 478 was edited by Chris O'Regan
The Sausage Factory is an interview-based podcast that lifts the lid on the makers of videogames. It examines the way in which games are made by asking the very people who create them, though the q...
2024-02-0255 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 20 - Mr. Run and Jump Ghost Update w/ Graphite LabMatt and John from Graphite Lab return to chat about the newest update to Mr. Run and Jump! Tune in to hear about the new ghost feature, how the speedrunning features came to be, and what Mr. Run and Jump actually is.Get Mr. Run and Jump:https://link.atari.com/mrjWishlist Upcoming Games:qomp2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2243510/qomp2/Lunar Lander Beyond: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/Join the Atari Discord: https...
2024-01-1954 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 19 - Holiday MailbagCarly Francis, community manager, joins us to read some holiday letters from you, the Atari fans, to kick off the new year with equally heavy doses of positivity and nostalgia!Wishlist Upcoming Games:qomp2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2243510/qomp2/Lunar Lander Beyond: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2376270/Lunar_Lander_Beyond/Join the Atari Discord: https://link.atari.com/atari-discordFollow us:Atari: https://twitter.com/atariJason Polansky: https...
2024-01-0548 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 18 - Interview with award-winning composer, Megan McDuffeeMegan McDuffee is a multi-award-winning composer and music producer for video games and film. Her music has played an integral role in the Atari Recharged series. She's created music for games like River City Girls and Apex Legends Mobile along with her own solo work.Watch our interview with Megan to learn more about her musical journey and recording process.Follow Megan McDuffee and her work:https://meganmcduffee.com/https://twitter.com/meganmcduffeeJoin the Atari Discord: https://discord.gg...
2023-12-0850 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 17: Berzerk: Recharged w/ SneakyBoxNOTE: Some audio issues are present here as a result of the recording, specifically when Jason is speaking when we start playing the game. Cleaned it up as much as we could, but for the best experience, we recommend watching this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JT8mGuWah3kThis episode goes behind the scenes of the now-available Berzerk: Recharged. The guests include:Gytis Dabašinskas: Lead designerMateusz Kazmierczak: Lead ArtistInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_petterly/Artstation: https://www.a...
2023-11-1043 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 16: From Recharged to Alan Wake 2In the spirit of Halloween and the killer reception for Alan Wake 2, we reached out to Remedy producer, Tadas Migauskas - former SneakyBox producer on the first eight Recharged titles - to share his experience and talk about his first AAA experience.Join the Atari Discord: https://discord.gg/DmgXukk5rRFollow us:Atari: https://twitter.com/atariJason Polansky: https://twitter.com/JaysOfDoomEthan Stearns: https://twitter.com/EdogLost
2023-10-2750 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 14 - Neo Sprint Races to Atari VCS!Following the stealth release on Atari VCS, Jason is joined again by Ethan Stearns and, for the first time, John Kauderer, to discuss and play Neo Sprint.Learn more about Neo Sprint: https://atari.com/products/neosprintJoin the Atari Discord: https://discord.gg/DmgXukk5rRFollow us:Atari: https://twitter.com/atariJason Polansky: https://twitter.com/JaysOfDoomEthan Stearns: https://twitter.com/EdogLost
2023-10-1346 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 14 - Let's Play Haunted HouseJoin Atari's dynamic duo of Producers, Jason Polansky and Mark Perloff, as they play through Haunted House and discuss the upcoming Halloween release. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZO5ecKLv0oWishlist Haunted House: https://link.atari.com/haunted-houseJoin the Atari Discord: https://discord.gg/DmgXukk5rRFollow us:Atari: https://twitter.com/atariJason Polansky: https://twitter.com/JaysOfDoom
2023-09-2937 minOfficial Atari Games PodcastEpisode 13 - PAX West Recap w/ AtariHosted by Jason Polansky (Producer, Atari), this week's episode of the Atari Podcast focuses on the team's experiences at PAX West 2023. Hear about what went into making the show a success for the team and what some of their standout moments were from the showfloor.Join the Atari Discord: https://discord.gg/DmgXukk5rRFollow us:Atari: https://twitter.com/atariJason Polansky: https://twitter.com/JaysOfDoomEthan Stearns: https://twitter.com/EdogLostShah-Rukh Faridi: https://twitter.com/TanConMan...
2023-09-1556 minI Like WrestlingPayback Playback 2023Lower the steel cage chamber and get ready for a new episode of ILW reacting, recapping, and proselytizing about last weekend’s Payback PPV. Rachel and Audio Ben are your tag team representatives this week and they rave about Becky vs. Trish, celebrate the new Undisputed Tag Team Champions, and try not to get too excited when discussing Rhea vs. Raquel. Amidst a discussion about mid-2000s action figures, Rachel makes a purchase live on-air with Audio Ben’s encouragement, and Producer Jason quickly stops by to discuss his future booking for Rhea Ripley. TWITTER @ilwpodRAC...
2023-09-081h 20I Like WrestlingFriday Night Frenemies: MVP and Matt Hardy (2007-2008)Stone Cold vs. McMahon. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart. MVP vs. Matt Hardy. Feuds between superstars is an ancient tenent of professional wrestling, a storyline as old as time, and we’re here to revisit an underrated, nuanced feud between Montell Vontavius Porter and Matt Hardy. The wacky antics of this odd couple gave us iconic moments like a boxing match with Evander Holyfield, beer drinking contest with Stone Cold, and an eventual dissolution with one of the most eccentric losses in wrestling history. Producer Jason joins us to recount his experience watching the story unfold back wh...
2023-09-021h 24I Like WrestlingThe Legacies of Bray Wyatt and Terry FunkThe professional wrestling community lost two legends this week and we pivot our Main Event to honor their impact and legacies. Producer Jason joins Rachel and Ben to recount the many stages of Terry Funk’s career and his parallels with iconic figures like Jake the Snake. We discuss the importance of Bray Wyatt’s promo skills and creativity and look back on what was far too short a run. Millennial Mania caps things off with R&J’s review of Twisted Metal and Rachel tries her best with transitions. TWITTER @ilwpodRACHEL’S TWITTER @rpolansky...
2023-08-2556 minI Like WrestlingTHE Brian Campbell Likes WrestlingIt’s Episode 50!!! And what better way to celebrate than by opening the new I Like Wrestling studio headquarters with an exclusive interview featuring THE Brian Campbell! Audio Ben and Producer Jason join us on the mics for a hot fire discussion about professional wrestling, combat sports, why stupidity and levity are just as important as violence, and what it might take to get Brian to relapse back into that secret sauce. We’re all in for the importance of community and This Corner OG’s (ITCOGs) give their flowers to the OG of OG, The BC. Matt is...
2023-08-061h 23
Government Contracts PodcastsLet’s Talk FCA: Supreme Court Upholds DOJ’s Broad Dismissal AuthorityIn this episode, Jason Crawford, Agustin Orozco, and Lyndsay Gorton discuss the Supreme Court's opinion in United States ex rel. Polansky, which held in an 8-1 decision that the Department of Justice maintains broad authority to dismiss qui tam cases over a relator's objection. The hosts also discuss Justice Thomas' dissenting opinion which could ultimately prove to be more impactful than the Court's holding.
2023-07-0510 min
I Like to ReadMuseums, Palaces, and RazorbladesSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQX-nWBQWKL3lnx52f3AuCw BOOKS MENTIONED: “Hell of a Book” by Jason Motthttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55964195-hell-of-a-book?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=jiVIe2TaLK&rank=1 “Rock the Boat” by Beck Dorey-Steinhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55321503-rock-the-boat?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=rZOkUxqTwl&rank=1 “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Hellerhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55994372-the-paper-palace?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=pUSYB4B5DV&rank=1 ...
2021-08-0219 minI Like to ReadAll I Ever Wanted, People You Follow, and Unspeakable ActsWatch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQX-nWBQWKL3lnx52f3AuCwBOOKS MENTIONED:“All I Ever Wanted: A Rock 'n' Roll Memoir” by Kathy Valentinehttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49950142-all-i-ever-wanted?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=iCiykrZpGt&rank=4“White Ivy” by Susie Yanghttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50892388-white-ivy?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=ALI0rsknEP&rank=1“The S...
2020-12-0619 min
The App Guy Archive 3: Episodes 201 to 300 of The App Guy Podcast interviews with Paul Kemp - The App GuyTAGP232 Jason Polansky : Developing An iOS Game App As A Side Project
Today, I speak Jason Polansky, a gamer who is passionate about gameplay, the creative process and treating the end user fairly. Check out his side project in the resources section below. Its the app for iOS called Fat Man Rolling
2016-04-0600 min