Retro Game Squad Podcast

A quarterly podcast featuring roundtable discussion about retro and classic video games from the 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32/64-bit eras. Each episode, our crew picks a theme and reviews a selection of games that fit within said theme. Join us as we strive to bring you a great show that's both informative and entertaining.

RGS 079 - M-Rated games 12/20/2024

RGS 079 - M-Rated games CONTENT WARNING: this podcast episode contains the following: vulgar language & humor; discussions involving M-Rated games such as Conker's Bad Fur Day, Quake II & Max Payne; the history of the ESRB; the crowning of our Retro Game of 2024; and prolonged hatred for the act of typing. (Special thanks to UltraSteve for the chip-tunes epilogue) /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/34541835

RGS 078 - Military games 09/18/2024

RGS 078 - Military games Our squad gets whipped into shape as we do some reconnaissance with some military-themed games. Mission objectives include looking at titles such as Military Madness, BattleTanx: Global Assault, Army Men: Sarge's Heroes, and more. Jeff also shares his enthusiasm for M.R.E.'s, and Alex puts the guys through some basic (gaming) training. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/33116347

RGS 077 - Movie tie-ins 06/29/2024

RGS 077 - Movie tie-ins Grab your popcorn buckets, because the crew is here to review video games based on movies! With its not-so-shiny reputation, we're here to see if the stigma holds true by taking a look at games based on Die Hard, The Lawnmower Man, The World is Not Enough, and more. We also have some movie trivia, and Jeff repeatedly shakes his fist at the clouds, "old-man" style. (Special thanks to listener Thomas for our trivia exploits!) /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/31936797

RGS 076 – Pew-Pew Palooza 03/20/2024

RGS 076 – Pew-Pew Palooza It’s time to dodge some lasers as we blast into the world of shoot-’em-ups! Alex gets to geek out by going over the history of the genre, the different varieties of shmups, the early days of bullet-hell games, and fires off some beginner tips. We also cover shooters such as Batsugun, R-Type Delta, Gate of Thunder & more, and Jeff refuses to participate in any video game tutorials. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/30450883

RGS 075 - Racing games (part 3) 12/07/2023

RGS 075 - Racing games (part 3) Pushing the pedal to the metal, we bring you another high-octane episode full of racing game excitement. Showcasing games like Power Drive, Colin McRae Rally 2.0, World Driver Championship and more, there's no shortage of thrills on this race track. We also settle upon a surprising "Retro Game of the Year", and Alex expresses his frustration with Schrödinger's cat. (Special thanks to Joe/Electrichead for the blood-pumping epilogue) /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/28966063

RGS 074 – A Nightmare on RGS Street 09/19/2023

RGS 074 – A Nightmare on RGS Street With Halloween fast approaching, we get in a frightful mood with games such as A Nightmare on Elm Street, Demon’s Crest, Splatterhouse 2, and more. Also, Jeff shares his passion for horror & slasher movies and tells the horrid tale of a cursed Super NES cartridge that consumes all who dare to play it… (Special thanks to Joe/Electrichead for the eerily appropriate epilogue) /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/28085108

RGS 073 - 2D Platformers 06/28/2023

RGS 073 - 2D Platformers On the heels of our last episode, we go back to a simpler time, and take a look at some of the 2D platformers of yesteryear. Covered are games such as Batman: The Video Game, Vectorman 2, Wario Land 3, & more. We also read listener submissions about memories of Super Mario Bros. 3, and Jeff takes a stand in calling Football "Soccer". /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/27306849

RGS 072 - 3D Platformers 03/23/2023

RGS 072 - 3D Platformers Taking our gaming into the third dimension, we jump into the world of 3D platformers. Discussed are a variety of games such as Jumping Flash!, Spyro the Dragon, Croc: Legend of the Gobbos, and more. Also, Jeff and Jon try their best in a listener-submitted trivia game, and the atrocious camera in Earthworm Jim 3D causes us to lose our marbles. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/26313135

RGS 071 - Game Boy Color 12/02/2022

RGS 071 - Game Boy Color Completing our foray into the Game Boy's legacy, we focus on the Game Boy Color, covering the hardware and various types of cartridges out there. Also covered are games such as Wendy: Every Witch Way, The Fish Files, Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six, & more. In addition, we crown a Retro Game of 2022, Alex gushes about Beast Wars, and Jon gets some mileage out of his PalmPilot. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/25195569

RGS 070 - A Decade of RGS 09/22/2022

RGS 070 - A Decade of RGS Celebrating our 10-year anniversary with a community-focused episode, we indulge in games such as DoDonPachi, Command & Conquer: Red Alert, Brunswick Circuit Pro Bowling, & more. We also get some feedback from our listeners in the form of letters & voicemails, take a stroll down memory lane by recounting how the squad met & the moments that led to the creation of the show, and Jeff ends up shirtless yet again. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/24453906

RGS 069 – PlayStation Special 06/29/2022

RGS 069 – PlayStation Special Dusting off our Memory Cards and DualShock controllers, the crew goes all in on the Sony PlayStation. Covering games such as Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain, Omega Boost, Hot Shots Golf 2, and more, we also explore the different ways in which you can play PSX games in 2022, & detail some of the different hardware mods available to enhance your PlayStation experience, all with a side of tuna sandwich recipes. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/23572379

RGS 068 - Game Boy games 03/16/2022

RGS 068 - Game Boy games Saving countless kids from ennui during car rides and doctor's visits, the Nintendo Game Boy was a staple of handheld gaming, and we're here to talk about it. We discuss its hardware & impact on the industry, as well as games such as Hammerin’ Harry, Battle Unit Zeoth, and Chikyuu Kaihou Gun ZAS, all before Alex goes on a tirade upon seeing that one of his favorite games has been defiled. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/22474802

RGS 067 - Adventure games 12/22/2021

RGS 067 - Adventure games Feeling adventurous, we put a bow on 2021 by checking out some “darling” action-adventure games such as The Legend of Zelda: A Link To The Past, The Guardian Legend and Beyond Oasis. We also mull over our choices to crown our Retro Game of The Year, and Greg tells us about the time his indifference to the N-Gage resulted in cold, hard cash. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/21577091

RGS 066 – PC Engine games 11/04/2021

RGS 066 – PC Engine games Retro Nick returns to share his dirty humour and vast PC Engine knowledge as we explore some of the lesser known titles on NEC’s diminutive console such as Spriggan, Kaze Kiri Ninja Action, Gotzendiener, and more. We also cover some of the new TurboGrafx-16 & PC Engine relevant hardware options out there, and delve into the history and lore of the greatest super-hero of them all: Bravoman! /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/21045713

RGS 065 - Modern NES Games 06/18/2021

RGS 065 - Modern NES Games Joined by special guest Chris Alaimo of Classic Gaming Quarterly, we turn to the NES to discover new and unique games made for this iconic platform. Featuring discussion on games such as Micro Mages, Pac-Man C.E., Log Jammers, and more, we also offer a little insight into the growing homebrew scene, all while Jeff escapes the heat as Jeff does; shirtless. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/19519664

RGS 064 - Jeff's N64 Madness! 03/13/2021

RGS 064 - Jeff's N64 Madness! We commemorate our 64th episode of the show with a Jeff-centric look at the fun-tastic Nintendo 64. In addition to an in-depth overview of the hardware, we also cover games such as Super Mario 64, WipeOut 64 & WCW/NWO revenge, and turn up the nostalgia as our readers join us in sharing our favorite memories of the platform, all while Jeff issues multiple gaming challenges to be settled in his clubhouse. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/18309473

RGS 063 - Modern Retro (part 2) 12/11/2020

RGS 063 - Modern Retro (part 2) The crew finishes off the year by having another look at modern games made in the "Retro" style by getting addicted to games such as Ion Fury, Xeno Crisis, Demon's Tilt, and more. We also talk about our favorite current-generation and retro games we played in 2020, and open a mysterious holiday gift from overseas. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/17151110

RGSM 002 - Streets of Rage 4 10/16/2020

RGSM 002 - Streets of Rage 4 Alex hits the streets in this mini episode to offer an in-depth analysis of Streets of Rage 4. From the gameplay to the visuals, to hidden secrets and samples of this game's stellar soundtrack, no stone is left unturned as we aim to find out if this long-awaited sequel is a worthy entry in this well-beloved franchise. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/16423022

RGS 062 - Japanese Imports 09/17/2020

RGS 062 - Japanese Imports In honour of our 8th anniversary, we spend some time catching up, then delve into the world of Japanese import games. We discuss importing games back in the 90’s, some importing considerations to keep in mind, and examine games such as Gimmick, Pulseman & Hyper Duel. We also play another round of gaming trivia, and finally reveal our secret love for a certain “Weird Al” movie. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/16042919

RGS 061 – DOS games 08/09/2020

RGS 061 – DOS games In our first ever live episode, Jon gets us talking about the world of DOS gaming. Joined by some of our listeners, we discuss the shareware model prevalent during this time, and cover games such as Duke Nukem, Commander Keen, and (the polarizing) Blake Stone, all while anxiously waiting to see if Alex’s frustration results in a smashed keyboard. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/15536207

RGSR 006 - Super NES Music 07/26/2020

RGSR 006 - Super NES Music Jon takes the helm in this radio episode with selections from one of his favorite systems of all time; the beloved Super NES. Featuring tracks from Super Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger, Tetris Attack, and more, fans of Nintendo's 16-bit wonder will feel right at home with this one. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/15360485

RGSR 005 - The Music of Sunsoft 06/14/2020

RGSR 005 - The Music of Sunsoft Joined by Chris Alaimo of Classic Gaming Quarterly, we sample some of Sunsoft's 8-bit and 16-bit library to see if this company's reputation for stellar chiptunes still holds up (spoiler: yes, it does). We also explore some of Sunsoft's history and marvel at Naoki Kodaka's contributions to some truly iconic tunes. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/14540489

RGSM 001 - Jon's 2020 Retro Primer 05/16/2020

RGSM 001 - Jon's 2020 Retro Primer Given free reign to let his inner nerd shine, Jon's debut solo project is a bonus episode all about gaming with retro hardware in the 2020's. From new controller options, to video capture setups, and how to connect your consoles to modern displays (while trying to avoid pesky lag), everybody's favorite genius has got you covered. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/14441237

RGSR 004 - Panzer Dragoon Trilogy 04/05/2020

RGSR 004 - Panzer Dragoon Trilogy Resurrecting our long-dead radio series until our main show can resume production, we bring to you the outstanding music of the Panzer Dragoon Trilogy on the Sega Saturn, a testament to how artistic a series about laser-spitting dragons can truly be. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/13858493

RGS 060 - On-Rail Shooters 12/19/2019

RGS 060 - On-Rail Shooters Speeding towards the horizon, we turn our attention towards the On-Rails Shooter genre by taking aim at games such as Panzer Dragoon, Star Fox 64, Sin and Punishment, and more. We also deliberate over our Retro Game of 2019, and Jon proclaims that a certain F-Zero clone is more influential than it actually is. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/12460763

RGS 059 - Second Looks 09/18/2019

RGS 059 - Second Looks Celebrating our 7th anniversary with our biggest episode yet, we re-visit some games that we covered in the first year of our show, such as Powerslave, Galactic Attack, Alien Crush, and more. We also bring in our guest Alex (@retr0drift on Twitter) to educate us on restoring & repairing retro gaming hardware, and we wonder how long it would take a Ninja Turtle to surf from Key West to Manhattan. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/11293919

RGS 058 - Sega Saturn strikes back! 06/27/2019

RGS 058 - Sega Saturn strikes back! Lest we get pummeled by Segata Sanshiro himself, we dedicate another entire episode to Sega's 32-bit wonder, the mighty Sega Saturn. Covering unique titles such as Astal, Fighter's Megamix, Deep Fear, and more, we also talk about recent developments in the Saturn community, the current state of Saturn emulation, new ways to play Saturn games in 2019, and Jon shocks Jeff and Alex with a happy bombshell. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/10308668

RGS 057 - Co-op games 03/19/2019

RGS 057 - Co-op games Joined by returning guest Retro Nick, the squad unites to take on some cooperative games such as Dungeon Explorer II, Lost Vikings 2, Darius Gaiden and more. We also play (a hilarious) Round 4 of "Name That Tune", and Nick expresses his profound disdain for kale, KOTOR, and the PlayStation's lack of light gun standards. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/9057479

RGS 056 - Capcom games 12/18/2018

RGS 056 - Capcom games To cap off 2018, we turn our focus to Capcom, one of the most popular publishers in the "retro" era. Delving into this company's history, we also take a look at some of its iconic titles, such as Bionic Commando, Duck Tales, and Saturday Night Slam Masters. We also crown our "Retro Game of 2018", and Jeff's facial hair gets some cowboy influence. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/7964909

RGS 055 - Role playing games (part 2) 09/26/2018

RGS 055 - Role playing games (part 2) Celebrating our 6th anniversary by embarking on another quest, we give RPG's a second chance. Discussion includes 4 epics; Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete, Robotrek, Paper Mario, and Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure. We also play another round of trivia, and Alex explains who "The Littlest Hobo" is. /episode/index/show/retrogamesquad/id/7091951

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