EPISODE 88
⏱️ 70 minStorm through Wolfenstein 3D (1992) as we raid Nazi bunkers, trace id Software’s rise, and uncover how this fast-paced shooter paved the way for Doom and Quake.
EPISODE 87
⏱️ 59 minTune into Satellaview (1995) as we explore Nintendo’s satellite experiment, its live broadcasts, lost exclusives, and the cult community keeping its signal alive.
EPISODE 86
⏱️ 54 minDive into Psychonauts (2005) as we explore Tim Schafer’s imaginative worlds, Double Fine’s creative struggles, and the cult classic that turned minds into playgrounds.
EPISODE 85
⏱️ 52 minHit the court with NBA Jam (1993) as we dunk into its arcade roots, flaming shots, secret characters, and the billion-dollar phenomenon that kept players shouting, “He’s on fire!”
EPISODE 84
⏱️ 60 minCheck into Hotel Mario (1994) as we explore its strange Nintendo–Philips origins, infamous cutscenes, and how a plumber without a license became a cult legend.
EPISODE 83
⏱️ 61 minEnter the mansion of The 7th Guest (1993) as we solve its eerie puzzles, meet its ghostly hosts, and uncover the CD-ROM classic that defined early multimedia horror.
EPISODE 82
⏱️ 54 minStalk through Far Cry (2004) as we trace Crytek’s explosive debut, its lush island tech, and the foundation it built for open-world shooters to come.
EPISODE 81
⏱️ 61 minVenture into EverQuest (1999) as we relive the MMO that built Norrath, united players through epic raids, and defined the golden age of online adventure.
EPISODE 80
⏱️ 52 minPreach and play through Wisdom Tree’s unlicensed NES era (1990s) as we explore how Color Dreams broke Nintendo’s rules to bring Bible games to living rooms everywhere.
EPISODE 79
⏱️ 50 minSlice into Ninja Gaiden (2004) as we relive Team Ninja’s brutal reboot, its relentless combat, and the precision that forged one of gaming’s toughest legends.
EPISODE 78
⏱️ 61 minDescend into Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997) as we explore its gothic style, groundbreaking design, and the moment it redefined exploration for a generation.
EPISODE 77
⏱️ 51 minSolve the puzzles of Professor Layton and the Curious Village (2007) as we uncover Level-5’s charming mystery, clever riddles, and the brain-teasing magic that defined a DS classic.
EPISODE 76
⏱️ 47 minForge your destiny in Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (2012) as we explore its dream-team creation, thrilling combat, and the downfall that rocked an entire state.
EPISODE 75
⏱️ 60 minBuild your dream metropolis in SimCity (1989) as we explore how Will Wright transformed zoning, disasters, and taxes into one of gaming’s most enduring creations.
EPISODE 74
⏱️ 58 minRock out with Journey Escape (1982) as we explore the wild world of musician-made games, from arcade anthems to hip-hop showdowns and Sega CD misfires.
EPISODE 73
⏱️ 58 minPlay through Action 52 (1991) as we explore the rushed development, broken games, and bizarre creation that made this multicart a legend for all the wrong reasons.
EPISODE 72
⏱️ 53 minHop into Frogger (1981) as we cross traffic, dodge danger, and revisit the arcade hit that leapt from near cancellation to enduring fame.
EPISODE 71
⏱️ 63 minJourney across RuneScape (2001) as we explore its humble kitchen origins, evolving worlds, and the adventures that turned a browser game into an MMO legend.
EPISODE 70
⏱️ 42 minClose out 2021 with our year-end reflection, revisiting favorite episodes, surprise topics, and a look ahead at anniversaries and games shaping the future.
EPISODE 69
⏱️ 46 minDiscover Cave Story (2004) as we follow Daisuke “Pixel” Amaya’s five-year solo journey, its heartfelt design, and the indie revolution it inspired.
EPISODE 68
⏱️ 59 minSlide beers in Tapper (1983) as we explore its Budweiser branding, Root Beer rebrand, and how it opened the tap on advergames from Chex Quest to Pepsiman.
EPISODE 67
⏱️ 62 minFall into the pits of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) as we explore its rushed five-week development, infamous flop status, and role in the 1983 video game crash.
EPISODE 66
⏱️ 61 minJourney west with The Oregon Trail (1971) as we trace its classroom origins, Apple II revival, and how a dysentery-filled experiment defined edutainment.
EPISODE 65
⏱️ 60 minRide with Super Mario World (1990) as we explore Nintendo’s 16-bit leap, Yoshi’s origins, and the cape-fueled platformer that set a new standard for Mario adventures.
EPISODE 64
⏱️ 53 minRap along with PaRappa the Rapper (1997) as we explore Matsuura and Greenblat’s quirky creation, Sony’s push for originality, and the rhythm game legacy of a rapping dog.
EPISODE 63
⏱️ 61 minShred with Guitar Hero (2005) as we explore RedOctane and Harmonix’s unlikely team-up, the plastic guitar’s design, and the rhythm game craze it unleashed.
EPISODE 62
⏱️ 66 minTake off with Microsoft Flight Simulator (1982) as we trace Bruce Artwick’s vision, its rise from wireframes to realism, and the tech that kept it flying high.
EPISODE 61
⏱️ 51 minRev your engines with Motor City Online (2001) as we explore EA’s ambitious racing MMO, from hot rods and diners to the flaws that shut it down in 18 months.
EPISODE 60
⏱️ 61 minStep into the ring with Punch-Out!! (1987) as we trace Genyo Takeda’s path to Nintendo’s classic, Little Mac’s underdog rise, and the cast of iconic opponents.
EPISODE 59
⏱️ 99 minShout “Objection!” with Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (2001) as we trace Shu Takumi’s inspiration, its tiny team origins, and how courtroom drama revitalized visual novels.
EPISODE 58
⏱️ 51 minLeap into Prince of Persia (1989) as we explore Jordan Mechner’s rotoscoped animation, swashbuckling inspirations, and the Apple II classic that redefined cinematic action.
EPISODE 57
⏱️ 75 minCatch ’em all with Pokémon Red and Green (1996) as we trace Satoshi Tajiri’s bug-collecting dream, Game Freak’s struggles, and the Game Boy debut of a global empire.
EPISODE 56
⏱️ 65 minDrop feet-first into Halo 3: ODST (2009) as we explore its noir style, Firefly cast, and Bungie’s bold shift from Master Chief to the human side of war.
EPISODE 55
⏱️ 57 minSettle into Animal Crossing (2002) as we explore its N64 roots, real-time seasons, quirky villagers, and how debt and daily life redefined what a game could be.
EPISODE 54
⏱️ 61 minReboot, remake, or remaster? Join us as we debate how nostalgia shapes gaming’s second chances, from Final Fantasy VII Remake to Warcraft III Reforged.
EPISODE 53
⏱️ 74 minLets revisit Diablo (1997) and uncover its turn-based origins, Battle.net’s chaotic birth, and how Blizzard forged the ARPG template through loot and demons.
EPISODE 52
⏱️ 63 minTake aim with GoldenEye 007 (1997) as we explore Rare’s improvised N64 development, Bond-inspired missions, and the last-minute multiplayer that became a phenomenon.
EPISODE 51
⏱️ 59 minExplore the unknown in Metroid (1986) as we trace Yokoi’s R&D1 design, Samus’s shocking reveal, and the atmospheric foundations of the Metroidvania genre.
EPISODE 50
⏱️ 60 minTravel through time with Chrono Trigger (1995) as we explore Square’s “Dream Team,” its Tech innovations, and the SNES RPG that became a timeless classic.
EPISODE 49
⏱️ 66 minCreate with Mario Paint (1992) as we explore its SNES Mouse tools, Yokoi’s vision of consoles beyond toys, and the quirky experiment that inspired future makers.
EPISODE 48
⏱️ 61 minClimb with Donkey Kong (1981) as we explore Miyamoto’s first game, Nintendo’s near-collapse, and the arcade debut that introduced Mario and changed gaming forever.
EPISODE 47
⏱️ 50 minDodge bullets with Max Payne (2001) as we explore Remedy’s demoscene roots, Sam Lake’s noir vision, and how bullet time redefined cinematic action in games.
EPISODE 46
⏱️ 42 minTake a detour with us as we explore Project Titan and the world of canceled games, from lost Halo MMOs to scrapped legends like Fable and PT.
EPISODE 45
⏱️ 85 minKick off with Rocket League (2015) as we trace Psyonix’s journey from cult oddities to car-soccer perfection, and how it soared into a global esports phenomenon.
EPISODE 44
⏱️ 31 minDefend six cities in Missile Command (1980) as we explore Dave Theurer’s Cold War nightmares, frantic trackball gameplay, and how this Atari classic defined arcade anxiety.
EPISODE 43
⏱️ 57 minDash into Sonic the Hedgehog (1991) as we explore Sega’s bid to topple Mario, the mascot’s unusual inspirations, and the speed and style that defined the Genesis era.
EPISODE 42
⏱️ 59 minCommand armies in Shogun: Total War (2000) as we explore Creative Assembly’s breakthrough, Sengoku-era strategy, and the birth of a series that redefined the genre.
EPISODE 41
⏱️ 45 minTend the fields with Harvest Moon (1996) as we explore Yasuhiro Wada’s vision, its near-canceled development, and how this SNES farming sim inspired future classics.
EPISODE 40
⏱️ 62 minGet weird with EarthBound (1995) as we trace Shigesato Itoi’s offbeat vision, HAL and Iwata’s rescue, and the quirky SNES RPG that became a cult classic.
EPISODE 39
⏱️ 73 minSuit up in Overwatch (2016) as we trace its roots in Blizzard’s canceled Titan MMO, its hero-driven design, and the rise of a global esports phenomenon.
