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Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast

Classic Gaming Today

Every week, we look at the gaming experiences of the past, through the eyes of the present! We’ll discuss each game’s historical context, as well as provide a verdict as to whether a given game is worth your time to visit, or revisit, today.

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01:03:56

Episode 17 - Dragon’s Lair

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2023/01/16

Have 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

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01:08:51

Episode 16 - Shadow Caster

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2023/01/09

For 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

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01:06:48

Episode 15 - Hotel Mario

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2023/01/02

Little 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

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01:07:49

Episode 14 - Chrono Trigger

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/12/26

Time 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!

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01:02:58

Episode 13 - Blue Force

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/12/19

Police 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!

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01:13:06

Episode 12 - Wolfenstein 3D

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/12/12

It'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!

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01:02:00

Episode 11 - DuckTales

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/12/05

Life 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

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01:06:36

Episode 10 - Donkey Kong Country

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/11/28

In 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

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01:13:50

Episode 9 - Commander Keen

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/11/21

Dust 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!

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01:02:22

Episode 8 - Final Fight

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/11/14

It'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

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01:20:08

Episode 7 - Another World / Out of this World

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/11/07

Join 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

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01:10:49

Episode 6 - Duke Nukem 3D

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/10/31

Shake 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!

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01:00:30

Episode 5 - Neo Turf Masters

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/10/24

Fore! 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!

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01:09:44

Episode 4 - Star Wars: Rebel Assault

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/10/17

Stay 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!

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01:16:21

Episode 3 - The Lost Vikings

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/10/10

Join 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

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01:18:52

Episode 2 - Ripper

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/10/03

Don'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

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01:25:24

Episode 1 - Lemmings

Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast ·

2022/09/22

As 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!

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