Retro Hangover

All these protagonists, hoggin' the spotlight; a bunch of divas, we say! It is high time for the supporting cast to steal the show, and we're here to offer our picks for those who we think deserve it the most.----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlands), Ash

Yes, you read that right. Canonically, Donkey Kong is Mario's pet gorilla. Because, y'know, every New York plumber has a domesticated primate the size of a fridge. The Retro Hangover Review Crew Maestro himself, Ozzy Garcia, joins us to discuss a seemingly overlooked Game Boy title that is near and dear to his Harambe-lovin' heart.----------Today's Guest InformationName: Ozzy Garcia Bio: Co-founder and former co-host of the Region Free Gamers. Current host of the Retro Hangover Review Crew. ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vix

Third time's a charm, right? Well, that holds true in the case of our picks today, at any rate. Settle in as we count down our nominations for the best third installments of video game series!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlands), Ashevent, Alan Bingh

It's about to get real politically incorrect up in here, and it's not just because token Aussie Adam of The Good, The Bad, & The Backlog podcast is here. We're headin' on down where there's ample parking day or night to talk about The Stick of Truth!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Adam Backlog Bio: One half of the Good, the Bad, and the Backlog podcast. The blunder from down under, who’s going to make you chunder. Instagram: @goodbadbacklog on Instagram Twitter/X: @Badbacklog on Twitter ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Get You Some Tasty Caffeine!As a rule, we don't promote anything on the show that we can't personally vouch for. Bones Coffee has become a staple in both our households; in fact, it's the only coffee Shane drinks at home. With so many flavor-infused options, all with no added sugars or calories, there's bound to be something to pique your interest

Diamonds in the rough. Hidden gems. Other shiny rock related colloquialisms. Today we count down our picks for the greatest games that could (and probably still can) be found for less than the price of a fancy coffee.----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlan

A monument to non-existence. The sweet music of hundreds of voices screaming in unison. Torch everything. Today we delve into the nihilism-turned-sociopathy of the original Insane Clown, Kefka. To maneuver through the madness we've brought along the one and only Rick Firestone of Pixel Project Radio!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Rick Firestone Bio: A native of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Rick Firestone is the host of the Pixel Project Radio podcast, a gaming discussions show that is equal parts narrative analysis and varying levels of bad jokes. When Rick isn't enjoying video games, he likes to read, study Japanese, and pet his very vocal cat named Aries. Instagram: @pixelprojectradiopodcast on Instagram Twitter/X: @pixelprojectpod on Twitter ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especial

Frankly we're surprised it took this long to get to this topic, but here we are. The many years of the gaming industry have seen some questionable choices made in the name of "decency," and we're here to give you the most ridiculous ones.----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess,

Josh Covel of the Still Loading Podcast jumps paws first into today's episode to discuss a most pious pupper and her salacious (yet small) sidekick; it's Okami for the Sony Playstation 2 and Nintendo Wii!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Josh Covel Bio: Host of the Still Loading Podcast, a podcast focused on video games, their culture and their history. Also a huge Ratchet and Clank fan. Instagram: @stillloadingpod on Instagram Twitter/X: @stillloadingpod on Twitter Website: Josh's Website ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Get You Some Tasty Caffeine!As a rule, we don't promote anything on the show that we can't personally vouch for. Bones Coffee has become a staple in both our households; in fact, it's the only coffee Shane drinks at home. With so many flavor-infused options, all with no added sugars or calories, there's bound to be something to pique your interest. Gr

With just how many tie-in games there were in the 80s, we're genuinely surprised these somehow didn't make the cut. Touch up that teased hair, adjust your Members Only jacket, and join us as we count down our top picks for movies that definitely deserved the video game treatment!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Over

Long-time friend of the show Ryan Trainor returns for his annual guest appearance, this time with a decidedly less anime flavor. We three nerds jump into the grid-based world of strategy RPG Arc the Lad for the Sony Playstation!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Ryan Trainor Bio: Anime aficionado and host of the Bonzai Chat podcast. Twitter/X: @nerdtrainor on Twitter ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone

Pump up the jams, 'cause we're talking video game OSTs that stand head and shoulders above the rest!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlands), Ashevent, Alan Bingham, StormBeagle, RyanPlayerOne, MikeTheRef (Backbreaker Gaming), B. Ross (Super Garbage Day)

If you want an example of how to do a modern remake the right way, look no further than Metroid: Zero Mission. Special guest Matt "DJ Stormaggedon" Storm space jumps their way onto the show to pontificate about the GBA reimagining of Samus Aran's inaugural adventure!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Matt Storm Bio: I'm a podcast producer, editor and host who's been podcasting for about 11 years. I host two video game podcasts the "Fun" & Games Podcast and Reignite as well as a TV and Movie podcast called Screen Snark and I'm the audio editor for The Game Informer Show. Twitter/X: @funandgamespod on Twitter Instagram: @dj_stormageddon on Instagram Website: Matt's Website ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Get You Some Tasty Caffeine!As a rule, we don't promote anything on the show that we can't personally vouch for. Bones Coffee has become a staple in both our househo

Experience your favorite film moments all over again in the comfort of your own home... With the video game adaptation! Today we run down our top 5 games based on movies, so grab some popcorn and your favorite over-priced candy and settle in!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric G

Working Designs NPCs be sayin' some wild ish out here, folks. My Life in Gaming's very own Coury Carlson joins the show once again to talk Lunar, this time about Silver Star's celebrated sequel: Eternal Blue for the Sega CD! ----------Today's Guest InformationName: Coury Carlson Bio: 1/2 of the creative team for the YouTube channel My Life in Gaming. I like to judge games based on when they were made, not against modern standards. Twitter/X: @mylifeingaming on Twitter YouTube: Coury on YouTube ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro

The presentation of the most prestigious award in gaming, the Golden Gorpies (a name we thought of after recording this episode, go figure), is at hand! Who will take these shining eggplant-shaped monuments to magnificence home today? Only one way to find out! ----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, K

We have a treat for y'all today, folks. Not only are we talking about Gauntlet's barbarian leap into the third dimension, but we are joined by a member of the very team that made it happen: 3D & Technical Artist Kiyoshi Okuma!----------Today's Guest InformationName: Kiyoshi Okuma Bio: Game industry veteran since 1998 - 3D artist / technical artist who's worked on Gauntlet Legends (N64), World Series Baseball 2K(DC/PS2) Sims2, Darkspore(Diablo clone), and Dawngate (RTS), Strike Blazinger (PC - in progress) Twitter/X: @ohmi_kuma on Twitter Website: Kiyoshi's Website ----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Get You Some Tasty Caffeine!As a rule, we don't promote anything on the show that we can't personally vouch for. Bones Coffee has become a staple in both our households; in fact, it's the only coffee Shane drinks at home. With so many flavor-infused options, all with no added sug

What better way to close out the year than with reminiscing about all the objectionable things Chris yelled at you all every other week? Join us as we review our favorite eggplant-adjacent monikers of 2023!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlands), Asheve

Shantae doesn't really have anything to do with the holiday season... Wishes being granted maybe? Though she doesn't really do that, being a half-genie and all. We just wanted to finally get around to talking about her, so... Merry Christmas!----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Get You Some Tasty Caffeine!As a rule, we don't promote anything on the show that we can't personally vouch for. Bones Coffee has become a staple in both our households; in fact, it's the only coffee Shane drinks at home. With so many flavor-infused options, all with no added sugars or calories, there's bound to be something to pique your interest. Grab a sample pack today and taste what you've been missing!Bones Coffee CompanyShoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKar

Sometimes change is good. Other times you're George Lucas. We're not here to talk movies, though; no, we're throwing down our lists of most (in)famous retcons in video gaming!----------Music AttributionsMusical excerpts from 8-Bit Fantasy & Adventure by xDeviruchi, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.----------Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad (Retro Wildlands), Ashevent, Alan Bingham, StormBeagle,

Hit the half pipe and pull off a sick indy nosebone with us as we get in the wintery spirit and talk about the N64 extreme sports game that just about everyone played at least once: 1080º Snowboarding!----------Music AttributionsIntro / outro excerpts from Stream by 505, used under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License.---------- Mentioned in this episode:Shoutout to Our Patrons!Retro Hangover is supported by you, the listeners. We would especially like to thank the following Patrons for donating at the 8-bit tier and above: Lyle McKarns, Ashton Ruby, Randall Quiggle, Tony G, Studstill Smash (The Milkman), Katie Quigg, Paul Romalho, Raging Demon, JC, Meagan Caruso, MaskedKeaton, Andrew Liguori, Ozzy Garcia, The Retro Vixen, Adam (The Good, The Bad, and the Backlog), Lunchbox (AKA The Disgruntled Gamer), Dischimera, Jenny E., Rick Firestone, ParallaxPuddles, Soha, Dave Jackson, Matt (AKA Stormageddon), Retro Overdrive, Vanfernal, Keith Gasper, Eric Gess, Nomad, Ashevent, Alan Bingham, StormBeagle, R