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Retro Blast (Retro Gaming Podcast)

Retro Blast (Retro Gaming Podcast)

Retro Blast

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Retro Gaming Podcast about the best of gaming from the 80s, 90s, and 00s 🎮 Each episode covers a single retro video game. Not a review show, but a celebration of why these games deserve your attention, with some nostalgia and personal memories thrown in! Patrick Brickhouse hosts as special guests from all over the gaming community join in on the cozy conversation. If you're a fan of gaming on platforms such as NES, SNES, Sega Genesis or Mega Drive, PlayStation, N64, Saturn, GameCube, XBOX and more, you're in the right place! Join Patreon for shout-outs, polls, and more! patreon.com/retroblastpodcast

45 - Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty

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45 - Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
Metal Gear Solid 2 is not only known as one of the greatest Stealth Action games ever made, but also one of the most controversial (for reasons you could probably guess!). But we're here to talk about ALL of that and then some as we go into why this game is so special.

Special Guest Host: Heaaaps O Games
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Mon, 11 Nov 2024 - 1h 39min
44 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Turtles in Time & Hyperstone Heist)
It's a special DOUBLE episode of Retro Blast where we discuss TMNT Turtles in Time for SNES AND Hyperstone Heist for SEGA Genesis. Special Guest Host: @RetroGameBrews from Gamers Week Podcast Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Sun, 15 Sep 2024 - 1h 43min
43 - Star Fox 64
Star Fox 64 is a title that deserves every bit of the praise it gets. Not only is it one of the most underrated and best games for the Nintendo 64, but it's also one of the greatest games ever made. There's so much to discuss about this one, and some really fun stories to share. Check your G-Diffuser system, DO A BARREL ROLL, and join us for a cozy conversation! Special Guest Host: @ducksindisguise from Pixel Pond Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Sun, 04 Aug 2024 - 1h 29min
42 - DINO CRISIS
It's time to experience the birth of "panic horror"! DINO CRISIS was something special. Usually just referred to as 'Resident Evil with Dinosaurs', we're here to talk all about it and make sure that you know it's so much more than that. Settle in with us, and let's get into some DINO HORROR! Special Guest Host: Tony AKA @one_big_boss from New2RetroReviews and Residence of Evil on YouTube Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Tue, 18 Jun 2024 - 1h 23min
41 - Daytona USA
It's time for a ROLLING STAAAAART!!!! Join us as we discuss why SEGA's Arcade Smash Hit Daytona USA was so special, its home console ports, and how it somehow still maintains a spot at almost any Arcade you can go to. Special Guest Host: Andy from @LoveRetroBTW Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
Follow us on Twitter (X): @RetroBlastUS
Sun, 28 Apr 2024 - 1h 26min
40 - Retro Blast Memories: A Kid and his N64
After way too long, it's finally time for another Retro Blast Memories episode.
This one was difficult for me to write. It's very personal, but I think it will resonate with anyone who was ever a kid that grew up loving video games, especially in the 90s.
I hope you'll enjoy it. - Patrick
*The musical arrangement was sampled from Delice Musical with excerpts from Super Piano 64
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Thu, 28 Mar 2024 - 43min
39 - Tenchu Stealth Assassins
Tenchu Stealth Assassins for the Sony PlayStation is not only one of the best stealth video games ever made, it's the first game that made you actually feel like a ninja... Join us as we discuss what makes the first Tenchu game so special. Special Guest Host: The Gamersician Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 1h 50min
38 - Ghosts 'N Goblins 'N Ghouls
Ghosts 'N Goblins might just be one of the most difficult games ever made. It'd be enough for us to just talk about that if we wanted to torture ourselves, but instead we're talking about THREE! Help us... Join us as we discuss Ghosts 'N Goblins for NES, Ghouls 'N Ghosts for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive, and Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts for SNES. Special Guest Host: @DavyPGH from The Finer Things stream on Twitch (@GarbageRetro) Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Mon, 25 Dec 2023 - 1h 37min
37 - Clock Tower
Clock Tower might be one of the best point-and-click horror games from the 16 bit era on the Super Famicom. It's also a game that many gamers have never even heard of... Join us as we discuss a game that we never got in the west, but somehow it still managed to hunt us down and make us cower in fear... Special Guest Host: @RetroGameBrews Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Mon, 06 Nov 2023 - 1h 22min
36 - Resident Evil 3 Nemesis
Resident Evil 3 Nemesis blasted its way onto the Sony Playstation in 1999 and gave us one of the series most iconic villains. Jill Valentine has herself a stalker, and it's going to take everyhing she's got to make her desperate escape... STAAAARRSSSSS! Special Guest Host: Tony from Residence of Evil Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Fri, 22 Sep 2023 - 1h 53min
35 - MediEvil
Grab your sword, your shield, and don't forget to make sure your skull is still attached, as we take a trip down to Gallowmere to talk about one of the best action/horror games for the Sony PlayStation. Spooky Season is here early. It's time to talk about MediEvil! Special Guest Host: Alonna Lee from The Retro Nook Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
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Wed, 23 Aug 2023 - 1h 07min
34 - The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
Join us as we dive into one of the more controversial entries in the Legend of Zelda series Majora's Mask... Special Guest Host: @DucksInDisguise from The Finer Things podcast Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
Follow us on Twitter: @RetroBlastUS
Wed, 12 Jul 2023 - 2h 12min
33 - Silent Hill 2
Welcome to the official first episode of Season 2!
Join us as we make our way deeper into the fog laden town, you may have heard of it... Warning: This episode does contain conversations about heavy subject matter, so if you are sensitive to that, please use caution. Special Guest Host: Donnie G Retro from Gamers Week Podcast Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
Follow us on Twitter: @RetroBlastUS
Sun, 04 Jun 2023 - 2h 12min
32 - Retro Blast Memories: The Arcade at the Beach
Welcome to the first episode of the new mini-series, Retro Blast Memories.
We did a Twitter poll, and fans said they wanted us to include stories here and there, so here you go!
This one is special to me. This is a very personal story from my childhood. I genuinely hope you all enjoy it. I hope it hits you in the feels as much as it did for me when I wrote it. - Patrick The gorgeous musical arrangement was provided by @PabloEnver over at Final Fantasy Piano Music. Please check him out on YouTube or on Twitter @EnverPablo. Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
Join us on Twitter: @RetroBlastUS

Thu, 18 May 2023 - 21min
31 - Castlevania Bloodlines
Castlevania Bloodlines is one of the few titles in the series released on a SEGA console, and it's also in contention for one of the best in the action-platformer side of that series.
Join us as we take up our whips, stakes, lances, crosses, holy water, and cowboy hats in the quest to destroy Dracula all over again.
Special Guest: RetroGameBrews from Gamers Week Podcast

Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord!
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Fri, 14 Apr 2023 - 1h 36min
30 - Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is the game that very likely saved the series from certain death.
It's also regarded as one of the very best video games ever made...
Join us as we follow Leon Kennedy as he suplexes and roundhouse kicks every Ganado in his way as he races to find the President's daughter.

Special Guest: Blue Williams from Gamers Week Podcast

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Tue, 21 Mar 2023 - 1h 32min
29 - Shenmue
Shenmue was one of the most ambitious (and most expensive) video games ever made, and while it retains a massive cult following, it still receives plenty of harsh criticism.
Join us as we discuss what made Shenmue not just revolutionary, but downright special.
Special Guest: Andy @LoveRetroBTW from the CafeBTW podcast

Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord!
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Mon, 13 Feb 2023 - 1h 30min
28 - Dead Space
Dead Space was released in 2008 and is widely considered to be one of the greatest survival horror games ever made.
Join us as we spread the good word of Altman, start the convergence, and fight off otherworldy horrors with Isaac Clarke as we revisit this horror classic.

Let's see how good this game really is...

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Tue, 17 Jan 2023 - 1h 45min
27 - Castlevania Symphony of the Night
In 1997, Konami revived the Castlevania series, but with a... slight change of pace and direction. Did we say slight? We meant HUGE.
Widely considered to have the most bite out of the entire Castlevania series, join to see just how memorable the son of Dracula's debut game turned out to be.
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Tue, 08 Nov 2022 - 1h 14min
26 - SoulCalibur
SoulCalibur was a graphical powerhouse on the SEGA Dreamcast, and widely considered to be one of the most influential 3D fighting games of all time.
Join us as we take a look into what made this game so special back in 1999
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Thu, 01 Sep 2022 - 58min
25 - Metal Gear Solid
Metal Gear Solid wasn't the first game in Hideo Kojima's popular Metal Gear series, but it was arguably the most important. Join us under our cardboard box as we infiltrate Shadow Moses and find out just why this game matters so much.
Special Guest: Donnie G Retro from Gamers Week Podcast
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Sun, 31 Jul 2022 - 1h 39min
24 - Twisted Metal 2
Twisted Metal 2 is often regarded as the BEST game in the popular car combat series, so let's grab some ice cream and a mounted machine gun, and see what all the fuss is about.
Special Guest: Ryan aka RetroGameBrews from Gamers Week Podcast
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Sat, 04 Jun 2022 - 1h 27min
23 - Donkey Kong Country
In 1994, Nintendo and Rare released the modern reboot of Donkey Kong. Widely hailed as one of the most grapically advanced games ever made for the SNES, it's time to discuss what makes it a platforming classic from the 16-bit era.
Special Guest: Blue Williams from Gamers Week Podcast
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Sat, 16 Apr 2022 - 1h 23min
22 - Resident Evil REmake
It's time to go back where it all began...again.
Join us in 2002 this time as we take a look at what's considered one of the greatest remakes of all time. Resident Evil REmake (2002)

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Thu, 31 Mar 2022 - 1h 12min
21 - Resident Evil
It's time to go back where it all began in the Resident Evil franchise. Join us in 1996 as we dive into this very special (fan voted) episode dedicated to one of the most influential Survival Horror games ever made.
Itchy. Tasty.

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Tue, 08 Feb 2022 - 1h 26min
20 - Rocket Knight Adventures
Rocket Knight Adventures is a beloved action platformer for the SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive that deserves to be discussed, so we did our best to give Sparkster his due in this episode entirely dedicated to the cutest knight you've ever seen...

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Fri, 24 Dec 2021 - 1h 04min
19 - 1080 Snowboarding
1080 Snowboarding was a title that many remember fondly. Developed by Nintendo EAD, the same group who handled Wave Race 64
How did it feel for us to hit the slopes again after all these years? My special guest and I will let you know, but you have to listen in to find out...

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Sun, 21 Nov 2021 - 1h 08min
18 - Wave Race 64
Do you like water? How about racing ON water?
Then we have you covered with this episode of the beloved Wave Race 64 for Nintendo 64. Join us.

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Fri, 22 Oct 2021 - 54min
17 - Super Mario RPG
Ever wondered what a Final Fantasy style RPG in the world of Super Mario would be like? You've come to the right place!
Super Mario RPG Legend of the Seven Stars is one of the most unique titles ever released by Nintendo, and we're here to, well, talk about it a lot.

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Mon, 27 Sep 2021 - 1h 24min
16 - Earthbound
For the 15th episode, we're diving into one of the most beloved RPGs of all time. Earthbound!
Did we give Giygas a run for his money and eat fuzzy pickles on our burgers? Listen and find out!

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Mon, 19 Jul 2021 - 1h 40min
15 - The Lion King
The King...has returned!
Is The Lion King game released in 1994 really a king? Or is it one of the hardest most frustrating 16 bit era games ever made?
Let's find out!

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Wed, 02 Jun 2021 - 1h 20min
14 - Pokemon Snap
Pokemon is a series we've grown to appreciate over the years, so join us as we dive into the game that got us both started into the world of Pokemon back in 1999, Pokemon Snap!

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Sun, 11 Apr 2021 - 1h 15min
13 - Snatcher
Hideo Kojima dropped this cyberpunk text adventure game originally back in 1988, but we had to wait until 1994 to get it on the Sega CD with updated graphics and voice acting. This game goes for a mighty high price point these days.
Is it worth it? Let's found out...

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Sun, 21 Mar 2021 - 1h 49min
12 - Metroid Prime
When Metroid Prime was announced, many felt that moving a beloved series in 1st person perspective would ruin the franchise. Did it? Join us and find out.
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Fri, 05 Feb 2021 - 1h 41min
11 - Goldeneye 007
Goldeneye 007 for N64. Whoooo boy we had a lot to say!
Be sure to follow us on our various social media platforms and let us know what you think about this game today. Has it aged well?
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Mon, 28 Dec 2020 - 1h 43min
10 - Mega Man X
It's about time, don't you think? Highly regarded as one of the best platformers on the SNES, if not all time. Mega Man X!
We had a lot to say on this one, so join us!
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Sat, 28 Nov 2020 - 1h 28min
9 - Super Punch-Out!!
We've really been craving some SNES time, so we decided to dust off our gloves and go a few rounds with Super Punch-Out!!
How old is Super Machoman really? The world may never know...
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Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 1h 12min
8 - The Thing (2002) The Game
Man is the warmest place to hide... Or at least that's what the movie told us. Does the 2002 Video Game for PS2 and Xbox successfully pay tribute to the 1982 film that inspired it?
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Sun, 04 Oct 2020 - 1h 39min
7 - Parasite Eve
Whenever you hear someone mention "hidden gems" on the PlayStation 1, Parasite Eve has to be in the conversation. Survival Horror mixed with RPGs like Final Fantasy, Parasite Eve is a unique hybrid that demands conversation.
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Tue, 21 Jul 2020 - 1h 52min
6 - Resident Evil - The Lost Movie Script
It's our first mini episode! This format is a bit different than our normal show, as it's more of a story. On this episode, we dive into the Resident Evil movie that never was, when George Romero, the father of the modern Zombie and Writer/Director of the "Living Dead' films, was hired by Capcom and Sony Pictures to develop a live action adaptation of the first game in the series.
Sit back, and enjoy!
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Sun, 17 May 2020 - 17min
5 - Doom (1993)
This time, we welcome Mike Lane from A-Tech Gaming to discuss one of the ultimate FPS classics; Doom!

Please check us out on Twitter, and don't hesitate to join the conversations! Discord will be coming soon!

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Mon, 16 Mar 2020 - 1h 21min
4 - Mortal Kombat I & II
IT HAS BEGUN!
This time, we jump into the first two Mortal Kombat games and talk about how much of an impact it left on not just us, but to fighting game fans the world over.

Please check us out on Twitter, and don't hesitate to join the conversations! Discord will be coming soon!

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Sat, 15 Feb 2020 - 1h 41min
3 - Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Episode 3 is here! With all the Star Wars buzz that's literally around every corner lately, we decided to take another look at the 1996 classic Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire for the Nintendo 64. Does it hold up? Or, should Dash Rendar blast it to pieces like he did to IG-88 in the junkyard? Find out...

Please check us out on Twitter, and don't hesitate to join the conversations! Discord will be coming soon!

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Fri, 27 Dec 2019 - 1h 53min
2 - Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly
It's the 2nd episode, and since we recorded around Halloween, we figured our selection of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly couldn't have been more perfect! Let's see if this classic spookfest still holds up!

Please check us out on Twitter, and don't hesitate to join the conversations! Discord will be coming soon!

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RetroBlastUS
Wed, 13 Nov 2019 - 1h 42min
1 - The Legend of Zelda - Ocarina of Time
Hi everyone! We're very excited to dive into the first episode of The Retro Blast Podcast with a game that is dear to our hearts (and surely many of yours) The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time!

Please check us out on Twitter, and don't hesitate to join the conversations! Discord will be coming soon!

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RetroBlastUS

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 - 1h 34min

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