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Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 100 - Ranking the Pantheon (Year 2)Join me as we celebrate our two year anniversary of the podcast, with a definitive, at least as of today, ranking of our top 10 Pantheon entries from the past year! It's been a heck of a year, and I've loved making this podcast - I can't wait to see what the future has in store! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-08-191h 15

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 99 - Serious Sam: The First EncounterJoin me as we boomer shooter our way through endless hordes of alien beings, as we discuss Serious Sam: The First Encounter. Learn about the founding of its creator, Croteam, discover what inspired that group of developers to create Serious Sam, and listen in as we discuss whether it's still worth your time to mow down a ton of bad guys inhabiting ancient Egypt, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-08-121h 14

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 98 - Loadstar: The Legend of Tully BodineJoin me on an intergalactic adventure transporting...camels, as we dive into the FMV on-rails shooter, Loadstar: The Legend of Tully Bodine! Learn how the game was made, discover what modern mega billionaire contributed to its development, and listen in as we determine whether it's worth your time to fight the law and blast off into space with a trailer full of contraband camel, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-08-051h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 97 - Blast CorpsIt's time to destroy everything in sight, as we tackle the hard hitting destruction derby classic, Blast Corps! Learn how the game was made, discover why destroying buildings is simply fun, and find out whether playing around in a sandbox of wanton mayhem is still worth your time, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-07-291h 19

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 96 - Flight of the Amazon QueenDust off your adventuring mouse, limber up your point-and-click finger, and prepare for a swashbuckling experience as we dive into the world of Flight of the Amazon Queen! Learn why the game was made, discover how LucasArts inspired nearly every aspect of the experience, and find out whether you should join Joe King on an Amazonian adventure, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-07-221h 09

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 95 - Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong QuestIt's time for another simian adventure as we tackle the second game in the Donkey Kong Country series, Diddy's Kong Quest! Discover how the game was made, learn why Rare believed it could make a better game than its predecessor, and find out whether it's still worth your time to jump, roll, and spin your way through the jungle, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-07-151h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 94 - NiGHTS Into DreamsJoin me on a trip into an alternate dimension dreamworld, as we explore the Sega Saturn classic, NiGHTS Into Dreams! Learn how the game was made, why it can trace its lineage to the very first Sonic the Hedgehog title, and discover whether flying through nightmares and dreamscapes is still worth your time, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-07-081h 15

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 93 - Virtua RacingPress the pedal to the metal as we discuss one of the most influential racing titles of all time, Sega's Virtua Racing! Learn how the game was made, discover the differences between the various home ports of the title, and find out whether it's still worth your time to experience Virtua Racing's brand of polygonal racing goodness, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-07-011h 08

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 92 - Operation WolfGrab your lightgun of choice and join me as we tackle the arcade classic, Operation Wolf! Learn about the evolution of lightgun technology, discover why Operation Wolf was made in the first place, and listen in to see if it's still worth your time to embark on an action packed set of military-themed missions, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-06-241h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 91 - Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark OutsideGrab your flashlight and your Pajama Man mask, and join me on a junior adventure into the world of Pajama Sam! Learn why Humongous Entertainment was founded, discover how the game was made, and learn whether it's still worth your time to face your fear of the dark, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-06-171h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 90 - Sounds of the Classics: Listener Grabbag Volume 1For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is another of our deep dives into some of the classic soundtracks from those games. In today's episode, we'll look at a selection of games and songs submitted by all of you, along with your own personal comments and memories about these titles! If you want to learn more about me and my past, both podcast related and otherwise, I highly encourage you to check out Dave Morton's Sunscreen over on Spotify! I ha...2024-06-101h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 89 - A Boy and His BlobGrab your favorite jellybeans and take a trip to Blobolonia, as we explore the NES puzzle platformer, A Boy and His Blob! Learn how the game was made, why David Crane is particularly proud of his work on the title, and discover whether it's still worth your time to feed sweets to an anthropomorphic blob, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-06-031h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 88 - EarthboundGrab your baseball bat, a slice of pizza, and your favorite yo-yo and join me on a cross-town road trip as we discuss the Super Nintendo RPG classic, Earthbound! Learn how the game was made and why it eschewed traditional RPG norms to focus on suburbia as opposed to medieval villages and ancient worlds, and discover whether it's still worth your time to save the world from an evil alien menace, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-05-271h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 87 - Mike Tyson's Punch OutTry to get up before the ref counts to ten, as we discuss the NES classic , Mike Tyson's Punch Out! Learn how a surplus of inventory led Nintendo to develop the title, listen to why the game featured star boxer Mike Tyson as its final boss, and discover whether it's still worth your time to lace up your gloves and step into the ring, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-05-201h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 86 - Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's RevengeSet sail on yet another voyage, as we discuss Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge! Learn how the game was made, in what ways it improved upon its predecessor, and whether it's still worth your time to take on Ghost Pirate Captain LeChuck, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-05-131h 15

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 85 - Starship TitanicWhat do you get when you combine the wit of Douglas Adams, the pre-rendered graphics of Myst, and a...text parser interface?!? You get Starship Titanic, the first person point and click adventure game that has you investigating the titular ship and attempting to help the various robotic inhabitants onboard that vessel. Learn how the game was made, why its text parser interface was revolutionary for the 1990s, and discover if you should spend hours trying to type to space faring robotic companions, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sig...2024-05-061h 12

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 84 - Dynamite CopWhat do you get when you take over-the-top Sega arcade action and marry it with true 3D beat'em up gameplay? Dynamite Cop! In this Patreon sponsored episode, learn how the game was made, why the film "Die Hard" was influential in its development, and discover whether it's worth your time to beat up some bad guys with a gigantic fish, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-04-291h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 83 - Raptor: Call of the ShadowsGrab your flight gear and join the mercenary fighting brigade as we discuss the shareware classic Raptor: Call of the Shadows! Learn how the game was made, discover why it was so unique in the computer gaming space when it first released, and find out whether it's still worth your time to upgrade your ship and laser beam your enemies to death, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-04-221h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 82 - Super Ghouls 'n' GhostsWhat do ghouls, ghosts, and an underwear clad knight named Arthur have in common? Find out in our newest episode, focused on the Super Nintendo title, Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts! Learn how the game was made, why it was intentionally tuned to be so darn challenging, and discover whether it's worth your time to play through this one today...and then do it all over again to get the "true" ending. Does Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts rank amongst our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want...2024-04-151h 04

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 81 - CastlevaniaDust off your whips, and grab your holy water, as we dive into the classic vampire hunting title, Castlevania! Learn about the mythology behind vampirism, see how early Hollywood horror films influenced the title, and discover whether it's still worth your time to battle Dracula and his evil minions, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-04-081h 01

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 80 - Sounds of the Classics: Point and Click Adventures Volume 1For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is our third deep dive into some of the classic soundtracks from those games. In today's episode, we'll look at a cross-section of games from across the landscape of Point and Click Adventure titles, as I pick some of my favorite, and most personally significant, tracks from that particular genre of gaming. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-04-011h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 79 - Altered BeastIt's time to bring arcade action into our living rooms, as we discuss Sega's Altered Beast, the game that would end up being the Genesis / Mega Drive pack-in title for a couple years, before Sonic decided to run circles around everyone (literally). Learn about Sega's arcade roots, how Altered Beast transformed the landscape of home gaming, and discover whether it's still worth your time to shapeshift your way through this arcade experience, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-03-251h 05

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode78 - EverQuest (Nostalgia Trip)Almost exactly 25 years ago, the world of online gaming would change forever, as EverQuest would release to the market and, in one fell swoop, capture the hearts, minds, and imaginations of gamers everywhere. Learn how the game evolved from the text-based MUDs of the 70s and 80s and discover why it became so popular that it would eventually become known as "EverCrack". Then, join me on a trip down my own personal memory lane as we explore our first "Nostalgia Trip" episode, where we don't look at the game as it exists today, we talk about what the game wa...2024-03-181h 35

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 77 - Night TrapIt's time for another full motion video classic, as we dive into the voyeuristic world of Night Trap! Learn how the game evolved from a VHS exclusive title into one of the games that would help spearhead the creation of video game content ratings around the world, discover why a unique stage play from the mid-80s inspired the original creation of the title, and find out whether it's worth your time to protect a bunch of slumber party pals, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a...2024-03-111h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 76 - Dark SeedWhat do you get when you take H.R. Giger's artwork and combine it with a point and click adventure? The answer to that question is Dark Seed! Learn how the game was made, why the development team chose to collaborate with Giger in the first place, and whether the game is still worth your time, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-03-041h 01

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 75 - Kid ChameleonWho's the raddest 1990s kid around? Kid Chameleon! Join me as we discuss how the game was created, why it has a decidedly American flair, and learn whether it's still worth your time to explore Kid Chameleon's virtual reality landscapes today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-02-261h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 74 - Broken Sword: Shadow of the TemplarsWhat happens when a Parisian vacation goes very, very wrong? Find out as we explore the Revolution Software point-and-click classic, Broken Sword (or Circle of Blood, depending on where you live)! Learn how the game was made, the ways it evolved from Revolution Software's earlier work, and whether it's still worth your time to go on a globe-trotting adventure with George and Nico, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-02-191h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 73 - PilotwingsTake to the skies with me as we discuss the classic console flight simulator, Pilotwings! Learn about the history of flight simulation in general, discover why Pilotwings was unique in comparison to other flight titles released through the early 1990s, and learn whether it's still worth your time to strap on a rocket belt and crash into nearby landscapes, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-02-121h 00

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 72 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of TimeJoin me as we discuss Link's first 3D adventure, and a game that many people consider to be the best game of all time, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time! Learn how the game was made, why it set the standard for so many features that would become commonplace in future titles, and discover whether Ocarina of Time remains a Legend, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-02-051h 09

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 71 - Kirby's Dream LandCome join me as we discuss one of the gaming world's favorite Nintendo mascots, and resident puff ball, Kirby! Learn how the game was made, why it almost didn't release to market, and discover whether it's still worth your time to fire up your Gameboy and traipse through Dream Land today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-01-291h 01

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 70 - Sounds of the Classics: SNES Volume 1For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is our second deep dive into some of the classic soundtracks from those games. In today's episode, we'll look at a cross-section of games from the SNES, Nintendo's 16-bit console, as I pick some of my favorite, and most personally significant, tracks from that particular system. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-01-221h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 69 - Beneath a Steel SkyIt's time to dive into a post-apocalyptic Australian Outback as we tackle the third person point and click adventure title, Beneath a Steel Sky! Learn how the company behind the game, Revolution Software, got its start, why Beneath a Steel Sky's engine is more advanced than the engines used by competitor companies like Sierra Online and LucasArts, and learn whether it's still worth your time to play the game today. Will Beneath a Steel Sky make it into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Wan...2024-01-151h 04

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 68 - Super Mario Bros. 3Join me as we discuss our favorite mustachioed plumber's third outing, Super Mario Bros. 3! Learn all about Mario's origin story, how Super Mario Bros. 3 was made, why it is such a beloved classic, and learn whether the game still hold's up to a playthrough today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-01-081h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 67 - Little Big AdventureJoin me on an island-hopping isometric quest, as we discuss Little Big Adventure! Learn how the title evolved and inherited from early survival horror games, why it is so beloved amongst the broader gaming community, and whether the title still holds up today, despite some very 1990s design decisions. Will Little Big Adventure make it into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2024-01-011h 14

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 66 - Patreon Episode -”Pixelated Power - December 25, 1989”Happy Holidays everyone! In the spirit of the holidays, I thought it might be fun to "gift" everyone with an episode of the podcast that was previously only available to our Patreon members. I hope you all enjoy! ------- Original Patreon show notes below: In the late 80s, one amateur radio station decided to fund the creation of a show dedicated to the best news and reviews in modern gaming - Pixelated Power was the result of that funding. From 1987 to 1998, Pixelated Power went on the air one night a...2023-12-251h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 65 - Mega Man 2Join me as we discuss the Blue Bomber's second outing, Mega Man 2! Learn about the origins of Mega Man as a character, discover how the first two games in the series were made, and find out whether Mega Man 2 is still worth your time today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-12-181h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 64 - Full ThrottleGrab your motorcycle and join me on a cross-country voyage through the world of Full Throttle! Learn how the game was made, why it's unique amongst its LucasArts adventure game brethren, and determine whether experiencing life as a biker is still worthwhile today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-12-111h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 63 - Shareware Showdown: Duke Nukem vs. Jill of the JungleTwo combatants enter the ring...only one can survive! Join me as we dive into our first "Shareware Showdown" episode, pitting everyone's favorite macho manly man, Duke Nukem, vs. Amazonian warrior, Jill of the Jungle! Learn about the early history of shareware, how these two games came to be, and whether each deserves your attention today. There can be only one winner...which one will it be? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-12-041h 18

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 62 - E.T.Join me as we discuss what many people consider to be one of the worst games of all time, E.T. for the Atari 2600! Learn how the game was made, why it's a bit unfair to automatically label the title as a subpar experience, and discover if I agree with the rest of the internet as to E.T.'s overall status in computer and video game history. Will E.T. defy the odds to make it into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Wan...2023-11-271h 05

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 61 - Doom 64The original Doom has been ported to nearly anything that has a screen and can use electricity (and maybe even some devices that don't), and across those ports, numerous changes have been made to make the game actually runnable. Doom 64, however, is different, as it represents an entirely original experience, targeted exclusively for the Nintendo 64 console. Learn how the game was made, how it enhances the Doom experience beyond its original incarnation, and whether the title is still worth your time today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a pat...2023-11-201h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 60 - Sounds of the Classics: NES Volume 1For me, music is one of the core components that contributes to the enjoyment, and engagement, of a video game title, and this episode is our first deep dive into some of the classic soundtracks from those titles. In today's episode, we'll look at a cross-section of games from the NES, Nintendo's 8-bit console, as I pick some of my favorite, and most personally significant, tracks from that particular console. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-11-131h 08

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 59 - Day of the TentaclePrevent an evil tentacle uprising as we explore the LucasArts classic point-and-click adventure title, Day of the Tentacle! Learn how the game was made, why it's considered a classic adventure experience, and whether the game still holds up when compared to modern titles. Does Day of the Tentacle still rank among the best adventure games ever made? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-11-061h 05

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 58 - Desert Strike: Return to the GulfJoin me as we explore the world of helicopter simulation...sort of, in our discussion on Desert Strike: Return to the Gulf! Learn about the game's inspirations, why it was created in the first place, and whether this particular 16 bit action title is still worth your time today. Will Desert Strike make it into the Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-10-301h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 57 - Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?Join me on a geographic adventure as we determine, once and for all, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego! Learn how the game was made, why its creator nearly disowned its existence, and discover whether it's still worth your time to grab your almanac for some geographic sleuthing today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-10-231h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 56 - Conker’s Bad Fur DayWhat do you get when you mix a foul mouthed squirrel who's having a really bad day with one of Nintendo's most well-respected development partners? You guessed it, you get Conker's Bad Fur Day! Learn how one of Rare's most mature titles was created, why it was delayed numerous times prior to release, and join me as we determine whether this 3D platforming adventure still holds up today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-10-161h 23

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 55 - Indiana Jones and the Fate of AtlantisThe man in the hat is back! Join me as we discuss one of the finest archaeological adventures ever put on disk, as we take a look at Lucas Arts classic point and click adventure title, Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis! Learn how the game was made, why it deviated from traditional Indiana Jones movie scripts, and whether it's still worth your time to don a fine leather jacket today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-10-091h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 54 - Adventure IslandRun, jump, and skateboard your way through our next episode dedicated to the classic NES platforming title, Adventure Island! Discover how the game was made, learn why it bears more than a striking resemblance to Sega's Wonder Boy, and find out if the game holds up today, 37 years after it was originally released. Can Master Higgins make his way into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-10-021h 04

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 53 - Resident EvilReturn to the mansion that started the "survival horror" genre, or at a minimum, popularized it, as we discuss the very first Resident Evil! Learn how the game was made, where its primary inspiration came from, and whether it's still worth your time to unravel the mysteries of the Spencer clan. Does Resident Evil make it into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming, or is this one experience that is too horrific to revisit? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at P...2023-09-251h 17

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 52 - UnrealTake the fight to the Skaarj as we discuss the first person shooter classic, Unreal! Learn about the Unreal engine, how Tim Sweeney turned a lifelong passion for mechanics into an ultra-successful game development career, and discover whether Na Pali still looks as good today as it did back in 1998. Does Unreal make it into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-09-181h 20

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 51- The Secret of Monkey IslandKeep a lookout for three-headed monkeys, as we try to figure out The Secret of Monkey Island! Learn how the game was made, why adventure games suck, and what we can do about it (TM), and discover whether it's still worth your time to participate in a few rounds of insult sword fighting today. All that, and more...all you have to do is click play! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-09-111h 19

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 50 - Ranking the Pantheon (One Year Anniversary)Join me as we celebrate our one year anniversary of the podcast, with a review of our current Pantheon of Classic Gaming and a definitive, at least as of today, ranking of our top 10 Pantheon entries! It's been a heck of a year, and I've loved making this podcast - I can't wait to see what the future has in store! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-09-041h 12

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 49 - Metal Gear SolidIt's time to get sneaky, as we explore the stealth-action classic, Metal Gear Solid! Learn how Hideo Kojima's early life experiences and cinematic inspirations led to his overall approach to making games as we look at the evolution of both the Metal Gear series as well as Kojima himself, in order to determine whether Metal Gear Solid is still worth playing today. Does Metal Gear Solid sneak its way into our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a pa...2023-08-281h 18

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 48 - Sonic the HedgehogMove over Mario, as we discuss Sonic the Hedgehog! Learn about the history of the infamous "console wars" of the 80s and 90s, discover why Sega believed Sonic could be their secret weapon in the battle with Nintendo, and finally, listen in as we determine whether the original Sonic the Hedgehog is still a worthwhile experience to play today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-08-211h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 47 - Maniac MansionBefore Secret of Monkey Island...before Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis...before Sam & Max...there was Maniac Mansion! Learn how the game was made, including the origins of the venerable SCUMM engine, which would be used for nearly every LucasArts adventure title to follow. Discover why Ron Gilbert decided to make Maniac Mansion an adventure game in the first place (hint: it has to do with a certain other company's fiendishly hard adventure titles). And, finally, learn whether it's worth your time today to return to the Edison Mansion. Does Maniac Mansion belong in our Pantheon of Clas...2023-08-141h 08

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 46 - Ninja GaidenGrab your dragon sword and sharpen your shuriken, as we discuss the original Ninja Gaiden title! Learn how the game began life as an arcade title that would, eventually, make its way to the Nintendo Entertainment System, and listen as we dive deep into how the development team made the game a reality, including the reasoning behind why Act VI was so...darn...difficult (no, I'm not bitter). Does Ninja Gaiden still hold up today? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a pa...2023-08-071h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 45 - Crash BandicootWhat is a bandicoot anyway? Find out in our podcast episode, where we discuss how and why Crash Bandicoot was made, learn why Crash isn't not Sony's mascot, and determine whether the game still holds up today when compared to modern titles. All of that and more, only on Classic Gaming Today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-07-311h 25

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 44 - ToonstruckIt's a cartoon world, and we're just living in it...or at least, that's the premise of Toonstruck, a point and click adventure game that combines full motion video sequences with animated cartoon scenes to create a sort of reverse Who Framed Roger Rabbit kind of scenario. Learn how the game was made, what happened to the long rumored sequel, and whether the game still retains its charm today. Can Toonstruck stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Sierra and LucasArts adventure titles of yore? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want mor...2023-07-241h 04

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 43 - Mortal KombatGet ready to FINISH HIM as we discuss this week's game, Mortal Kombat! Learn about the origins of the one-on-one fighting game genre, find out why Johnny Cage bears more than a passing resemblance to Jean Claude Van Damme, and discover whether the original arcade "Klassic" still holds up today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-07-171h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 42 - The Operative: No One Lives ForeverJoin me for a groovy good time as we discuss The Operative: No One Lives Forever! Learn how game company Monolith came to be, how the LithTech engine evolved from its DirectX heritage, and whether No One Lives Forever, one of the most underrated games in recent memory, still holds up today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-07-101h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 41 - NBA JamBoom-shaka-laka! Join me on the basketball court as we discuss the arcade classic, NBA Jam! Learn about its origins as we deep dive the game's history, even going as far back as Pong (yes, that Pong) to discover how, and why, the game was made. Then, explore what it feels like to play the game today, in order to determine whether it's still worth your time. Does NBA Jam join the hallowed halls of the Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today...2023-07-031h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 40 - Blade RunnerGrab your pistol as we hunt some replicants in the third person point-and-click adventure title, Blade Runner! Learn how the game was made, why it was similar, but different, to the movie, and whether it's still worth your time to play today. Is Blade Runner the cyberpunk adventure you've been waiting for? Listen in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-06-261h 09

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 39 - Secret of EvermoreWhat happens if you take one part Final Fantasy, two parts Secret of Mana, and add a touch of American pop culture? You end up with Secret of Evermore, an action RPG released back in 1995. Learn how the game was made, why it is unique in Square's catalog of RPGs, and whether it's worth your time to play it today. Does Secret of Evermore merit inclusion in the Pantheon of Classic Gaming, or should Evermore's existence remain a secret? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as...2023-06-191h 05

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 38 - Super Mario KartGrab your favorite go-kart and join me as we discuss Super Mario Kart, the grandfather of the kart racing genre! Learn how the Super Nintendo's launch titles paved the way for what would be Nintendo's first Mario crossover title, why Mode 7 graphics are awesome, and whether the experience of playing the game still holds up today. Does Mario Kart make it to the finish line, or will it slip on a banana peel? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com...2023-06-121h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 37 - The DigIt's time to save the world as we embark on a discussion on the LucasArts classic, The Dig. Learn how the game was made, how Steven Spielberg and George Lucas were involved, and whether the experience of playing the title is still worthwhile to seek out today. Does The Dig warrant inclusion in our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-06-051h 01

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 36 - The Legend of ZeldaJoin me as we discuss one of the most beloved video games of all time, The Legend of Zelda! Learn how it was made, what it was inspired by, why the second quest exists in the first place, and whether the game still is worth a playthrough today. Does the game truly deserve its legendary reputation? Listen to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-05-291h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 35 - American Laser GamesIn the early 90s, game companies were experimenting with a bunch of different technologies, trying to find a way to make their mark on the video game and arcade market. One of those companies was American Laser Games. Learn how the company came to be, why full motion video in arcade titles was a revolutionary experience (for the time), and whether their broader discography is still a worthwhile use of your time today. Do any American Laser Games titles belong in our Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Disc...2023-05-221h 22

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 34 - Earthworm JimCow launched! Join me as we discuss Earthworm Jim, a zany, side-scrolling run-and-gun platformer developed by Shiny Entertainment. Learn how the titular hero came to be, why the toy market of the late 80s influenced the development of the title, and whether it still feels as fresh to play today as it did when it was originally released. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-05-151h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 33 - Star FoxDo a barrel roll! Or, maybe not, but do join me as we look at Star Fox, a true 3D-space combat game released on the Super Nintendo back in the early 90s. Learn how the game was made, what new technology had to be created in order to enable the for-the-time advanced 3D visuals, and whether the title still holds up against our modern gaming expectations. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-05-081h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 32 - AladdinMake way...for our next podcast episode focused on Prince Ali himself, Aladdin, for the Sega Genesis! Learn how the game was made, why the graphics and animations looked so darn good and, join me as we discuss and discover whether the game still holds up today, 30 years after it was originally released. Does Aladdin belong in our Pantheon of Classic Gaming, or should it be buried in the Cave of Wonders? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patr...2023-05-011h 05

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 31 - ContraUp, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start! Join me as we discuss Contra, the father of the run-and-gun genre from the late 80s. Learn how the game was made, why the Konami code even exists, and how well the game holds up today, well over 30 years following its original release. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-04-241h 14

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 30 - SnatcherBefore Hideo Kojima became one of the most well-known game designers in the world, he was simply a young developer who loved the cinema, and who wanted to apply cinematic techniques to the games he was creating. One of his earliest titles was Snatcher, a visual novel adventure game set in a dystopian cyberpunk world filled with cybernetic clones determined to take over the human race. Learn how the game was created, what influenced Kojima's early work, and how well the game holds up today. Is Snatcher the newest member of our Classic Gaming Pantheon? There's only one way to f...2023-04-171h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 29 - The TerminatorCome with me if you want to live! Or, rather, listen in, as we discuss the creation of three 16-bit Terminator titles, spanning the Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, and Sega CD consoles. Learn why it took so long for a licensed Terminator title to be created, how each game was made, and which of the three remains worth your time today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-04-101h 40

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 28 - Super Mario Land 2Join me as we discuss our second Gameboy title, Super Mario Land 2! Learn how the game improved upon its predecessor, why the introduction of Wario into Mario lore was so significant, and whether the game still feels as good to play today as when it was released around 30 years ago! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-04-031h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 27 - Bonk’s AdventureIt's time to use our head...literally...as we discuss the Turbografx-16 platformer, Bonk's Adventure. Learn how the game was created, why Bonk became a sort of mascot for the Turbbografx system, and whether the prehistoric action still holds up today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-03-271h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 26 - FlashbackAfter Eric Chahi created Another World / Out of This World, cinematic platformers were all the rage, including elsewhere in Delphine Software. As Chahi basked in the glory of his newly released masterpiece, Paul Cuisset was working on a game of his own, and one that would define his career almost the same way that Out of This Word became Chahi's claim to fame. Cuisset's game was, of course, Flasback. Learn how the game was created and whether you should still play it today, despite being over 30 years old! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Cla...2023-03-201h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 25 - Sewer SharkYou all know I love full motion video games...and Sewer Shark is undeniably one of those games, so, you know it's going to be a good time! Join me as we dive deep into the creation of Sewer Shark - learn how the game originated as a never-released title for the failed Hasbro Control Vision console before finally getting a second chance on the Sega CD years later, and listen in as we determine whether becoming a sewer jockey today is as fun as it was intended to be back in the early 90s. Join the d...2023-03-131h 04

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 24 - KaratekaJordan Mechner is computer and video game royalty...but back in the early 80s, he was simply a Yale student trying to make his mark on the still new computer game industry. Karateka would be the result of his early efforts. Join me as we jump back in time to learn how the game was made as we determine whether, nearly 40 years later, the title is still worth your time to play today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-03-061h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 23 - Super Mario LandSometimes good things come in small packages! Join me as we discuss Super Mario Land, Mario's first adventure for the Nintendo Gameboy system all the way back in 1989. Learn how the game was made, why Shigeru Miyamoto was not involved in its creation, and whether Sarasaland is still fun to visit today. Can a Gameboy screen provide a worthwhile Mario experience? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-02-271h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 22 - Streets of Rage 2Ask nearly anyone from the 90s to name their favorite Sega titles, and I bet Streets of Rage 2 would be on many of those lists. Join me as we discuss Sega's classic brawler, including how it was created, its overall legacy, and whether it's still worth your time to clean up the streets and bring Mr. X to justice! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-02-201h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 21 - Heart of the AlienWhen Eric Chahi released Out of This World (or Another World), he created a masterpiece that would stand the test of time. Heart of the Alien was the Sega CD exclusive sequel to that classic. Learn how the game was made and discover whether lightning struck twice, even though Chahi wasn't involved in the creation of the title. Is it worth it to once again visit this unique desolate alien world? You'll have to listen to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/C...2023-02-131h 11

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 20 - Daytona USADAY-TO-NA!!! Join me as we discuss one of the most popular, exhilarating arcade games of all-time, as we dive deep into Sega's Daytona USA! Learn how the game was made and why, even all these years later, it still holds a special place in everyone's heart as THE multiplayer racing game of the 90s. Is it still worth your time to get behind the wheel of this one? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-02-061h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 19 - QuakeOur fourth and final deep dive into the early works of id Software focuses on Quake, the successor to Doom and probably the game most responsible for rocket jump-related deaths in the mid-90s. Learn how id once again evolved their first person shooter formula while, at the same time, creating a true 3D engine that would serve as the blueprint for many titles to come. Does it feel as good to play today as it did back when it was released? Listen and find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Tod...2023-01-301h 12

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 18 - DoomRip and tear through the hordes of hell, as we discuss Doom, one of the most influential computer games ever created! Learn how the id Software team evolved from their Wolfenstein 3D roots to deliver an experience that had never been seen before. Is it still worth it to play the Father of the first person shooter genre? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-01-231h 09

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 17 - Dragon’s LairHave you ever played an interactive cartoon? If so, you just might have played Dragon's Lair, an early 80s arcade title that utilized Laserdisc technology to deliver a never-before-seen level of animation and visual spectacle. Learn how designer Rick Dyer and Don Bluth and his animation team worked their magic in creating a pivotal title in video game history, and discover whether it's worth your time today to visit, or revisit, Singe's domain! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-01-161h 03

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 16 - Shadow CasterFor many people, Diablo was the first true "action" RPG. For others, though, especially in the early 90s, Shadow Caster was the game many people gravitated to when they wanted an RPG-like experience that didn't require dissecting scores of numbers and stat points in order to maximize their builds. Join me as we talk about how Shadow Caster was created, where it sits in computer gaming history, and how well it holds up today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2023-01-091h 08

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 15 - Hotel MarioLittle known fact - when Mario isn't busy saving the Mushroom Kingdom, or practicing his day job as a plumber, he sometimes moonlights as a...hotel bellhop? Join me as we talk about Hotel Mario, the CD-I exclusive that asks the question, "what would happen if the only way to save the princess was to shut...every...door!" Learn how the game was made, why it exists, what Nintendo was thinking, and whether it holds up today. Is Hotel Mario worth a reservation? There's only one way to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want...2023-01-021h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 14 - Chrono TriggerTime paradoxes and JRPG gameplay await as we tackle Chrono Trigger! Learn how a dream team of designers, developers, artists and composers came together to create one of the most beloved titles from the 1990s, after which we ask the question - does Chrono Trigger still hold up today? Is the game a timeless classic, or simply not worth your time? Listen in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-12-261h 07

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 13 - Blue ForcePolice Quest is one of those classic Sierra titles that many adventure gamers hold in high regard. Blue Force, developed by a group of ex-Sierra employees, was Tsunami Media's attempt at capturing that Sierra magic. Learn how the game came to be, and listen in as we determine whether this point-and-click adventure is worth your time today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-12-191h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 12 - Wolfenstein 3DIt's time to revisit ID Software's early years, as we delve into the grandfather of first person shooters, Wolfenstein 3D! Learn how the ID team made the leap from 2D platformers to a pseudo 3D engine, after which we'll talk about whether the game holds up today, or if it's just too elderly to keep up with its descendants. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-12-121h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 11 - DuckTalesLife is like a hurricane! Join me as we discuss DuckTales, one of the quintessential NES platformers, released back in 1989. Learn why licensed titles (usually) don't turn out all that great, and why DuckTales reversed that trend. We'll discuss how the game was made, its relevance in history, and whether you should go back to visit Duckburg today. Is DuckTales still platforming gold? It's time to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-12-051h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 10 - Donkey Kong CountryIn the mid-90s, Nintendo needed something to help compete in an ever-evolving console market. With their own next gen system delayed, they turned to developer Rare to figure out how to save the day. Donkey Kong Country was the end result. Join me as we look at how the game came into being, followed by a discussion to determine if the game still holds up today. Is Donkey Kong Country still worth your time? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a pat...2022-11-281h 06

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 9 - Commander KeenDust off your alien blaster and join me as we explore the world of Commander Keen! We'll talk through how the game was created, its overall historical significance, and why you may (or may not) want to play the game today. Undeniably an important game in computing history, but does it make it into our Pantheon of Classic gaming? There's only one way to find out... Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-11-211h 13

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 8 - Final FightIt's time to take back the streets of Metro City, as we dive deep into the arcade classic side-scrolling beat'em up, Final Fight. As we always do, we'll discuss the history of the game, including its relevance to the arcade scene of the late 80s / early 90s and how it is forever linked to the Street Fighter series. Then, we'll discuss what it feels like to actually play the game in 2022 to determine, once and for all, whether Final Fight belongs in the Pantheon of Classic Gaming. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Ga...2022-11-141h 02

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 7 - Another World / Out of this WorldJoin me on an adventure into a desolate, alien world as we explore the 1991 cinematic platform adventure game Another World (or Out of this World in North America). As is customary, we'll talk about the historical context surrounding the game before we dive deep and figure out if it's still worth your time to play today. Does Out of this World belong in the Pantheon of Classic Gaming? There's only one way to find out... Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-11-071h 20

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 6 - Duke Nukem 3DShake it baby! Join me as we discuss one of the quintessential first person shooters of the mid-90s, Duke Nukem 3D. Released by 3D Realms in 1996, Duke Nukem is a nuanced story of love, drama, and intrigue, where...nah, actually, you just blow stuff up. How well does The Duke hold up today? Tune in and find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-10-311h 10

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 5 - Neo Turf MastersFore! Join me as we discuss Neo Turf Masters, an arcade golf game for the Neo Geo arcade and home systems, released in 1996 by the Nazca Corporation. Can the typically slower sport of golf translate into a fast-paced arcade experience to stand the test of time? Listen in and find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-10-241h 00

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 4 - Star Wars: Rebel AssaultStay on target and join me as we discuss Star Wars: Rebel Assault, an on-rails shooter released by LucasArts back in 1993. Learn how the game was made and discover whether Rebel Assault still holds up today, nearly 30 years after its release. Does Rebel Assault deserve a spot in the Pantheon of Classic Gaming? Let's find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-10-171h 09

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 3 - The Lost VikingsJoin me as we explore one of Blizzard's (yes, that Blizzard) earlier video game efforts, The Lost Vikings! Released in 1992, The Lost Vikings was a puzzle platformer that had you navigate three Vikings, all with different skills, through a number of devious levels, all in the hopes of defeating the evil Tomator and returning home. Did we manage to save our Viking companions? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-10-101h 16

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 2 - RipperDon't stand around playing tiddlywinks in your birthday suit, there's a killer on the loose, and you've got to find him (or her)! Join us as we discuss the full motion video adventure game, Ripper, developed by Take 2 Interactive and filled to the brim with a ton of Hollywood "talent". We'll discuss the history behind the making of the game, after which we'll discuss what it feels like to actually play the game in 2022. Will Ripper make it into the Pantheon of Classic Gaming? Tune in to find out! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more...2022-10-031h 18

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming PodcastEpisode 1 - LemmingsAs our new podcast launches, join me to discuss the puzzle / platform title Lemmings, released back in 1991 for the Amiga and, eventually, other systems. Learn about how the game was made and where it sits in history, and learn if this is one of those classic experiences that stay fresh, even 30 years after it was created. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday! 2022-09-231h 25