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Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast

Alan, Brian, and Sam

RETROTOPIA — Three countries, one passion, zero extra livesIn a pixel-powered world where video games bridge continents, a Brit, a Canadian, and an American join forces on a quest through gaming’s golden years. Welcome to RETROTOPIA — your nostalgic sanctuary for all things classic gaming. Here, Alan, Brian, and Sam fire up the consoles of yesteryear to relive the titles that defined an era. Expect deep dives, spirited debates, and more than a few laughs as they resurrect the legendary games that

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115:09

Retrotopia Talks Dragon Quest III

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/11/30

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Dragon Quest III, a Nintendo Entertainment System game released in 1988 that set the foundation for modern JRPG storytelling through its open-ended world, class-based party customization,

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114:14

Retrotopia Talks Final Fantasy VII Remake

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Final Fantasy VII Remake, a PlayStation 4 game released in 2020 that reimagines the legendary 1997 classic with a fully rebuilt world, cinematic storytelling, and a fast-paced hybrid combat

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81:39

Retrotopia Talks Cool Boarders

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/11/16

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Cool Boarders, a PlayStation game released in 1996 that brought the thrill of snowboarding to the screen with fast-paced downhill races, stylish tricks, and a killer ‘90s soundtrack. Players

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114:06

RetroBytes: Thanks, Comments, and AI

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2025/11/15

RetroBytes is the show where Joe and Brian sit down, crack open some random video game topics, and let the conversation run wild. Every episode is part nostalgia trip, part heated debate, and part comedy show we never rehearsed. This week, we’re diving into what we're thankful for in gaming, Joe opens up the comment section and learns a lesson, and is AI a threat to the gaming industry? We’re unpacking the stories, quirks, and memories that make them worth talking about. And of course, no

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113:06

Retrotopia Talks BioShock Infinite

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2025/11/09

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing BioShock Infinite, a multi-platform game released in 2013 that takes players high above the clouds to the floating city of Columbia. A breathtaking paradise built on patriotism, religion,

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94:05

Retrotopia Talks F.E.A.R.

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/11/02

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing F.E.A.R., a PC game released in 2005 that blends intense first-person shooter action with psychological horror. Developed by Monolith Productions, F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault Recon)

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95:31

Retrotopia Talks Comix Zone

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2025/10/26

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Comix Zone, a Sega Genesis game released in 1995 that lets players step directly into the panels of a living comic book. You play as Sketch Turner, a comic artist pulled into his own

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95:08

Retrotopia Talks Dragonball Z: Budokai

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/10/19

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Dragon Ball Z: Budokai, a PlayStation 2 and GameCube game that brought the high-energy battles of the Dragon Ball Z anime to life in full 3D. Players could relive iconic moments from the

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85:36

RetroBytes: Joe, Mario, and the Hype

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2025/10/15

RetroBytes is the show where Joe and I sit down, crack open some random video game topics, and let the conversation run wild. Every episode is part nostalgia trip, part heated debate, and part comedy show we never rehearsed. This week, we’re diving into Spooky Season Games, meeting Joe the new co-host, Mario, and the hype behind the games. We’re unpacking the stories, quirks, and memories that make them worth talking about. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia where

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93:57

Retrotopia Talks Ridge Racer 64

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2025/10/12

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Ridge Racer 64, a Nintendo 64 game released in 2000 that brought Namco’s classic arcade racing thrills to Nintendo’s console with stunning 3D visuals, smooth handling, and high-speed drift

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83:00

Retrotopia Talks Metal Marines

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2025/10/05

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Metal Marines, a Super Nintendo game released in 1993 that mixes real-time strategy with base-building and giant mech combat. Players deploy missile strikes, manage resources, and unleash

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86:20

Retrotopia Talks Duke Nukem 3D

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2025/09/28

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we’re blasting into Duke Nukem 3D, the 1996 PC classic that didn’t just bring big guns to the FPS table, it flipped the whole table over, lit a cigar, and made a one-liner about it. Packed with aliens,

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121:37

Retrotopia Talks Super Mario Bros. 2 Revisited

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/09/21

Welcome to EPISODE 100 of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Super Mario Bros. 2, a NES game released in 1988 that took the Mario series in a bold new direction, swapping out the usual stomping on Goombas for picking up and throwing vegetables, enemies,

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70:13

Retrotopia Talks Mario Is Missing

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2025/09/14

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week, we are discussing Mario is Missing!, a Super Nintendo and NES game released in 1993 that flips the classic formula on its head by making Luigi the star of the show. Instead of jumping through Goomba-stomped

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71:39

Quick Play Special: Super Mario Bros

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2025/09/13

Because it's Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary, we're sharing this with everyone. Welcome to Quick Play, the Patreon-exclusive spin-off of the Retrotopia Podcast! This is where we shine a spotlight on games that don't quite fit our main show — maybe they're too short, too weird, or just too wild — but still deserve some love. Each episode, one of us dives in solo to give you a bite-sized review. Brian is talking about Super Mario Bros., a game about running, jumping, and stomping your way through

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104:55

Retrotopia Talks Gunstar Heroes

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2025/09/07

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Gunstar Heroes, a Sega Genesis game released in 1993 that redefined the run-and-gun genre with its explosive action, chaotic screen-filling battles, and inventive weapon system. Developed by

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99:37

RetroBytes: Summer Games, Licensed Music, and Our...

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/31

RetroBytes is the show where the three of us sit down, crack open some random video game topics, and let the conversation run wild. Every episode is part nostalgia trip, part heated debate, and part comedy show we never rehearsed. This week, we’re diving into the games of our Summer break, Licensed Music in Games, Our Origin Stories, and Getting Over that Gaming Slump. We're unpacking the stories, quirks, and memories that make them worth talking about. And of course, no RetroBytes episode would be

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01:15:33

Retrotopia Talks F-Zero

Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast ·

2025/08/31

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we’re blasting off into the future with F-Zero, the lightning-fast Super Nintendo launch title released in 1990 (Japan) and 1991 (North America/Europe) that showed the world exactly what the SNES could do

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01:45:14

Retrotopia Talks Pokemon Gold & Silver ft Joe

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2025/08/24

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we’re diving into Pokémon Gold and Silver, the legendary Game Boy Color sequels that dropped in 1999 (Japan) and 2000 (North America/Europe) and completely redefined what a follow-up game could be. These

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01:19:19

Retrotopia Talks Contra / Probotector

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2025/08/17

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.This week we are discussing Contra—or Probotector, depending on where you live—an NES game released in 1988 that set the standard for fast-paced, side-scrolling run-and-gun action. Packed with explosive weapon

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