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The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

Your weekly dose of retro gaming and technology news and interviews with industry veterans. New episodes released every Friday!

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90:30

463: ScummVM: Keeping Classic Games Alive - The Retro...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2025/01/17

This week, we’re joined by Eugene Sandulenko, project lead of the legendary ScummVM, to explore how this essential tool preserves gaming history. From its origins to supporting classics like Blade Runner and lesser-known gems, Eugene shares fascinating stories about reverse engineering, community passion, and overcoming challenges like LucasArts’ legal battles. Plus, we discuss how ScummVM adapts to modern trends, supports countless platforms, and even improves the retro gaming experience without

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109:20

462: Argonaut Games: Jez San on Star Fox, Croc, and...

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2025/01/10

This week on The Retro Hour, we’re joined by gaming legend Jez San OBE, the mastermind behind classics like StarGlider, the groundbreaking SuperFX chip, and the much-loved Croc: Legend of the Gobbos. From his early days coding on a TRS-80 to working with Nintendo on Star Fox, Jez shares his journey through the golden age of gaming. Hear how he reverse-engineered the Game Boy, created stunning 3D experiences, and built Argonaut into a pioneering powerhouse. Plus, exciting insights into the upcoming

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100:59

461: Forcing Ourselves To Play AWFUL Video Games -...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2025/01/03

As we take an extended break for Christmas, we're treating everyone to a FREE bonus episode of our Patron's only podcast, The Retro Hour After Hours.In this special episode of The Retro Hour After Hours, Dan, Ravi, and Joe face a challenge that many gamers fear – giving some of the most notoriously awful video games of all time a fair shot! Will Joe have anything positive to say about Shaq Fu? How did Ravi react to the sleazy BMX XXX? And Dan revisits his 1994 Christmas present and gives Rise of

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96:37

460: Retro Gaming Christmas Quiz 2024 - The Retro...

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2024/12/24

It's our favourite episode of the year, we let our hair down and find out who will be crowned this year's Retro Hour Christmas Super Quiz champions! DJ Slopes from Slopes Game Room on Youtube sets the all important questions this year as regulars Paul Drury from Retro Gamer/Edge magazine and quiz extraordinaire Oliver Wilmot, take on Dan and Joe and Ravi and Ashley to find out who will be crowned this year's champ. Grab a mince pie, and enjoy! Merry Christmas to all our amazing listeners, we'll

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134:28

459: The Best of Retro In 2024: Unforgettable...

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2024/12/13

Join us for an epic look back at 2024 as we celebrate some of the most incredible guests and legendary industry icons who’ve graced the podcast this year. From fascinating stories to behind-the-scenes tales, this bumper episode is packed with highlights you won’t want to miss.Have a very Merry Christmas, and don’t forget to join us next week for our festive Christmas quiz! Please visit our amazing sponsors and help to support the show: Bitmap Books - https://www.bitmapbooks.com The Retro Hour

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99:16

458: Allister Brimble: The Maestro Behind Alien...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/12/06

We have a long overdue catch up with video game music legend Allister Brimble to discuss his illustrious career, from his early days composing for the Amiga to his recent work on the officially endorsed reboot of Team 17’s classic, Project-X. Discover the stories behind iconic soundtracks for games like Alien Breed and RollerCoaster Tycoon, and gain insight into Brimble’s creative process, his experiences with industry giants like Codemasters and Disney, and his thoughts on the evolution of game

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90:51

457: Comix Zone: Creating a Mega Drive Cult Classic -...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/11/29

In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Stephens, the legendary developer behind the Mega Drive cult classic Comix Zone. Adrian takes us on a fascinating journey through his career, starting with early experiments on the BBC Micro, his chart-topping Killer Gorilla, and his work with Superior Software and Micro Power. Plus, hear about his move to 3D with True Crime: Streets of LA.Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 38:38 - Adrian Stephens Interview Please visit our amazing sponsors

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103:04

456: Scala: The Amiga’s Multimedia Marvel with Jon...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/11/22

In this episode, we sit down with Jon Bøhmer, the visionary behind Scala, the groundbreaking multimedia software for the Commodore Amiga. Jon shares his early experiences with computers, the inspiration behind creating dynamic information displays, and the journey from a small startup to a global influence in digital signage. We delve into the technical challenges, collaborations with industry pioneers, and Scala’s lasting impact on multimedia presentations. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro

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93:44

455: Core Design: Chuck Rock, Rick Dangerous 2 and...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/11/15

This week, we’re joined by Chris Long, a former programmer at Core Design, to uncover the fascinating stories behind some of the studio’s most iconic titles. From his early days creating the quirky Merv The Merciless for Probe Software, to the smash-hit Chuck Rock and its sequel, Chris gives us an insider’s view into the creativity and chaos of Core in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. We delve into the tools of the trade, the challenges of transitioning to 3D with the PlayStation, and the untold tales

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98:52

454: Blood: The Making of a 90s FPS Legend - The...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/11/08

This week, we’re joined by Kevin Kilstrom formerly of Monolith Productions, the masterminds behind the iconic 90s horror FPS Blood. Kevin reveals how Blood pushed boundaries with its over-the-top gore, dark humour, and multiplayer BloodBath mode, as well as sharing behind-the-scenes stories from working on the project. Plus, we get a glimpse into his work on other classics like Claw, Shogo, and Alien vs. Predator 2. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 53:39 - Kevin Kilstrom

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94:26

453: Resurrecting Arcades: Meet Europe’s Biggest...

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2024/11/01

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Chris Blok, the co-owner of Amsterdam’s legendary Blast Galaxy and Europe’s largest arcade importer. Chris takes us on an incredible journey through his life as an arcade enthusiast, from his earliest gaming experiences in the Netherlands to witnessing the boom and decline of arcades. We discuss everything from the challenges of importing and restoring rare machines, to his plans for keeping arcade culture alive and thriving. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's

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94:43

452: Netscape vs Internet Explorer: Stories from the...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/10/24

This week we're joined by Tara Hernandez, former manager of Netscape Navigator development, as she takes us inside the legendary 90s browser wars. Tara shares her experiences working at the cutting edge of Internet technology, from joining Netscape in 1995, to the heated competition with Microsoft's Internet Explorer, and the iconic decision to open-source the Mozilla code. Hear about the challenges of working 120 hour weeks, wild office celebrations, and pranks during the battle for Internet

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79:36

451: Soccer Kid: The Inside Story with Matt Furniss -...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/10/18

This week we chat with legendary composer and game designer Matt Furniss, delving into his role in creating football platformer Soccer Kid! Not only did Matt compose the game's unforgettable soundtrack, but he was also one of the key designers behind this classic. We explore the creative process that went into blending sports and platforming, how Soccer Kid was brought to life across platforms like the Amiga, DOS, and 3DO, and how Matt ensured its European football vibe resonated through both

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101:08

450: Strategic Simulations & Saints Row - The Retro...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/10/11

This week, we chat with the amazing Dan Cermak, whose remarkable career has spanned key roles at Strategic Simulations Inc., Westwood Studios, and Volition. Dan takes us through his early days as a self-taught programmer, his love for military history, and the challenges of developing iconic strategy games like Silent Hunter for the C64 and other classic systems. We also delve into his time at Volition, discussing how Saints Row stood out from the crowd, the evolution of online multiplayer, and its

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106:54

449: System 3: The Last Ninja Story with Mark Cale -...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/10/04

This week, we’re honoured to welcome Mark Cale, founder and CEO of System 3, one of the longest-running British software houses. Mark takes us back to the early days of the UK gaming scene, revealing how System 3 pushed the technical limits of classic platforms like the Commodore 64 with hits like International Karate and The Last Ninja, which is back for 2024 with an amazing new collection!Back The Last Ninja Collection on Kickstarter: https://tinyurl.com/3pk2fr8a Contents: 00:00 - The Week's

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107:51

448: Gadget Show Legend Jason Bradbury: Can Retro...

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2024/09/26

This week, we catch up with Jason Bradbury, long-time host of The Gadget Show and self-confessed retro tech lover. We reflect on 20 years of The Gadget Show and how the industry has changed in that time, his love for cassette tapes, gadgets that should have changed the world—but didn’t, and we hear all about his latest project, Ctrl A.I Delete, a thrilling new film where retro gamers are humanity’s last line of defence against a rogue AI!Cntrl A.I Delete: https://www.ctrlaidelete.net/ The Gadget

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95:28

447: Chris Huelsbeck: Turrican 2, R-Type & The Great...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/09/19

This week, we catch up with one of the most influential video game music composers of all time, Chris Huelsbeck! Chris takes us back to his early days with the Commodore 64 and Amiga, his groundbreaking work on classic games like Turrican, The Great Giana Sisters, and R-Type, and his innovative techniques that pushed the boundaries of game audio. Recorded live at Retromessa in Norway. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 43:04 - Chris Huelsbeck Panel Please visit our amazing

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103:47

446: Core Design and Rare Ltd - The 90's 3D Gaming...

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2024/09/13

This week, we bring you an all star panel with legends from Rare Ltd and Core Design! Hear first-hand accounts from Heather Stevens, Kev Bayliss, Chris Marlow, and Paul Machacek as they reveal how the industry transitioned from 2D to 3D graphics and worlds in the mid 90s, resulting in classics like Tomb Raider and Golden Eye 007 for the PlayStation and Nintendo 64. Discover how they tackled challenges, learned new skills, and designed unforgettable worlds that set the stage for the future of

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101:41

445: Sierra Stories with Metal Jesus Rocks - The...

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast) ·

2024/09/05

We catch up with Jason Lindsey, better known as 'Metal Jesus Rocks' – a YouTube sensation and former Sierra On-Line employee. We hear about his recent reunion with the legendary Sierra team, reminiscing about the glory days of one of the most iconic companies in PC gaming history. Jason shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Sierra, from wild office parties to the transition from accounting to game testing, and his passion for big-box PC games. Plus, we get the inside scoop on his

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79:01

444: Yoko Shimomura: The Music of Street Fighter II &...

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2024/08/29

This week, we’re honoured to be joined by the legendary Japanese composer Yoko Shimomura, the musical genius behind some of the most iconic video game soundtracks of all time including Street Fighter II, and the enchanting melodies of Kingdom Hearts. We explore her incredible career and the creative process behind these timeless scores. Recorded live at RetroMessa in Norway. Contents: 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 42:31 - Yoko Shimomura Interview Please visit our amazing sponsors and

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