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This week, we catch up with one of the most influential video game music composers of all time, Chris Huelsbeck! Chris takes us back to his early days with the Commodore 64 and Amiga, his groundbreaking work on classic games like Turrican, The Great Giana Sisters, and R-Type, and his innovative techniques that pushed the boundaries of game audio.
Recorded live at Retromessa in Norway.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
43:04 - Chris Huelsbeck Panel
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Show notes:
Sonic Ultra Saturn: Fan-made 2D Sonic game: https://tinyurl.com/45dufpkt
C64 Games on YouTube: Transmitting games at 30 bits per second: https://tinyurl.com/ysxs7cpx
PS2 Gold Mine: Rare game drops in value: https://tinyurl.com/2xxzjexy
Jason Bradbury Film: Retro gamers vs AI: https://tinyurl.com/5n98b649
Spelunky C64: Official port for the Commodore 64: https://tinyurl.com/ysbxx52y -
This week, we bring you an all star panel with legends from Rare Ltd and Core Design! Hear first-hand accounts from Heather Stevens, Kev Bayliss, Chris Marlow, and Paul Machacek as they reveal how the industry transitioned from 2D to 3D graphics and worlds in the mid 90s, resulting in classics like Tomb Raider and Golden Eye 007 for the PlayStation and Nintendo 64. Discover how they tackled challenges, learned new skills, and designed unforgettable worlds that set the stage for the future of gaming.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
43:52 - Rare & Core Design Panel
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Show notes:
Dreamcast 25 merchandise: https://tinyurl.com/5n9369vn
Duke Nukem 3D on Dreamcast: https://tinyurl.com/yce65djc
Golden Axe Debug Menu Found 29 Years Later: https://tinyurl.com/2xr5hmce
The Last Job PS2 Game Found: https://tinyurl.com/3jkut5p4
PlayStation celebrates its 30th anniversary: https://tinyurl.com/mv7rbmfd -
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We catch up with Jason Lindsey, better known as 'Metal Jesus Rocks' – a YouTube sensation and former Sierra On-Line employee. We hear about his recent reunion with the legendary Sierra team, reminiscing about the glory days of one of the most iconic companies in PC gaming history. Jason shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Sierra, from wild office parties to the transition from accounting to game testing, and his passion for big-box PC games. Plus, we get the inside scoop on his memorable retro road trips, favourite game room treasures, and what's next for his channel as it nears a million subscribers!
MetalJesusRocks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEFymXY4eFCo_AchSpxwyrg
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
43:59 - Metal Jesus Interview
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Show notes:
Croc is back: https://youtu.be/dQ2lPC8Hu-0
Dreamconn S controller: https://tinyurl.com/4etsp2xs
Mech boomer shooter: https://tinyurl.com/msf2vfsu
EmuDeck retro emulation box: https://tinyurl.com/3pzzrx6k
Restless Anima: https://tinyurl.com/bdder4fw -
This week, we’re honoured to be joined by the legendary Japanese composer Yoko Shimomura, the musical genius behind some of the most iconic video game soundtracks of all time including Street Fighter II, and the enchanting melodies of Kingdom Hearts. We explore her incredible career and the creative process behind these timeless scores. Recorded live at RetroMessa in Norway.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
42:31 - Yoko Shimomura Interview
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The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/y97brnzv
Sonic CD ported to Mega Drive: https://youtu.be/uXDfIk3h-8g
Computer Café archived: https://tinyurl.com/2p8sxrzj
King's Quest VI demake: https://tinyurl.com/yc3p4hkk
Retro-Bit Sega Saturn fighting stick: https://tinyurl.com/3s9483bw -
In this episode, we sit down with the Peter Scott, a developer who has left his mark on some of the most intriguing projects in gaming history. From his early days coding on the VIC-20 and BBC Micro to his groundbreaking work at TierTex and Psygnosis. We hear the story behind the cancelled Waterworld game for the 3DO and PlayStation, and the impact of working on a game tied to such a polarising movie.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
47:41 - Pete Scott Interview
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Show notes:
Atari 7800+ announced: https://tinyurl.com/4ksfr64r
New Final Fight comic book: https://tinyurl.com/3833zsk3
Nintendo Museum Direct: https://tinyurl.com/4f6mz38k
Console Wars sneakers: https://tinyurl.com/2p9zrm37
Masters of Albion: https://tinyurl.com/36dv99uv -
This week, we welcome the awesome Kim Justice back to the podcast, as she reveals her latest passion project – Arcade Decades: 80s Edition. Known for her love of the Amiga, Kim also has a deep-rooted passion for the 80s arcade scene, which many argue was the golden age of gaming. In this episode, Kim takes us on a nostalgic journey through her new book, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of this ultimate 80s arcade tribute. Contents:
Arcade Decades - 80s Edition - A Coffee Table Book: https://tinyurl.com/3t5nkzdv
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
37:49 - Kim Justice Interview
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Show notes:
SNES Satellaview is back: https://tinyurl.com/yyudvvt4
Landstalker builder: https://tinyurl.com/3vrv6hu3
WordStar archives: https://tinyurl.com/4znud26u
Thumby Color: https://tinyurl.com/2v892avh
New retro Evil Dead and Halloween games: https://tinyurl.com/4zh3wazw -
This week on the podcast, we chat with John Szczepaniak, author of ‘The Untold History of Japanese Game Developers.’ John shares his journey documenting previously untold these stories, interviewing legends like Ryuichi Nishizawa and Kouichi Yotsui. And some insights from developers behind classics like Streets of Rage 2, Illusion of Gaia, and Metal Gear Solid.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
32:47 - John Szczepaniak Interview
The Untold History of Japanese Game Developers: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Untold-History-Japanese-Game-Developers/dp/0992926025
Buy The Retro Hour Book: https://retrohour.myshopify.com/
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Show notes:
Bitmap Brothers Collection 2 for Evercade: https://tinyurl.com/558tr4wv
Nintendo’s Gashapon toys can be used as controller replacement parts: https://tinyurl.com/3ptxra8t
Access the bad ending on Streets of Rage on one player: https://tinyurl.com/4d3ujn48
Lemmings arcade recreated: https://tinyurl.com/4frcvx5p
Hoonigans for Game Boy: https://tinyurl.com/bdfbhawr -
This week, we're joined by Andy Hertzfeld, a key figure behind the creation of the original Apple Macintosh. He shares fascinating insights into the team dynamics, the impact of Steve Jobs' infamous "reality distortion field," and the story behind Apple's iconic 1984 Super Bowl commercial. We also delve into his post-Apple ventures, including co-founding General Magic, and explore the visionary ideas that were far ahead of their time.
Folklore: https://www.folklore.org/
Revolution In The Valley e-book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Revolution-Valley-Paperback-Insanely-Great-ebook/dp/B006BAW3N0
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
34:12 - Andy Hertzfeld Interview
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Show notes:
$40 Mega Drive EverDrive: https://tinyurl.com/yfb9jcxf
Iron Meat: https://youtu.be/bvz2B7B_5wE
Play Mega Drive on a VMU: https://tinyurl.com/47xyr6pt
Clone of the 1984 Apple Macintosh Plus: https://tinyurl.com/k6pdfvh5
Hayato's Journey: https://tinyurl.com/28b8vtd5 -
In this week's episode, we chat to the legendary Mike Wilson, the business mind behind id Software's biggest titles like Doom and Quake. From his early days revolutionising multiplayer gaming with DWANGO to founding iconic companies like Ion Storm, Gathering of Developers, and Devolver Digital, Mike shares insider stories and reveals the secrets behind some of the most influential moments in gaming history.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
41:28 - Mike Wilson Interview
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Show notes:
Sega Saturn online RPG 'playable' again: https://tinyurl.com/5yzay77v
Windows 3.1 saves the day: https://tinyurl.com/etexadbb
Kawaii: https://tinyurl.com/ymnrtpfp
Halo on Game Boy: https://tinyurl.com/wxhe256p
TinyPod for Apple Watch: https://tinyurl.com/4ubjfm3n -
This week, we chat with Bart van den Akker, the man behind one of Europe’s largest retro computer collections at The HomeComputerMuseum in the Netherlands. Learn about the unique features and challenges of maintaining and restoring vintage machines, including the day when a 6-meter truck delivered the world's largest PC-Games collection. Bart shares insights on recreating nostalgic experiences like LAN setups with MSN Messenger, the significance of the Dutch-designed Estatos computer, and the role of piracy in software preservation.
HomeComputerMuseum: https://www.homecomputermuseum.nl/
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
36:36 - Bart van den Akker Interview
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Show notes:
CGNET GameCube: https://tinyurl.com/58rzn72n
Lost Dreamcast game emerges: https://tinyurl.com/7eamftsh
Netflix reimagined Minesweeper: https://tinyurl.com/3r2ce9xd
The first PC emulator arrives for iOS: https://tinyurl.com/57fz2kdt
16-bit style Karate Kid game: https://tinyurl.com/ye29x445 -
This week we sit down with industry legends Mark Webley and Gary Carr! From Gary's start at Palace Software working on the classic Barbarian, to Mark's entry into Bullfrog, working on classics like Syndicate, Theme Park and Theme Hospital. Plus, how they continued this legacy with the making of Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
36:16 - Mark Webley & Gary Carr Interview
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Show notes:
Sonic Mania ported to Dreamcast: https://tinyurl.com/46hk3rwe
Dead Rising remaster: https://tinyurl.com/2s4t9473
GameCube gets achievements: https://tinyurl.com/2u99k2eh
Sega Neptune game announced: https://tinyurl.com/2p9aauks -
This week we’re joined by fellow podcaster, author, and huge Amiga fan, Paul Driscoll, AKA The Drisk. Paul is the host of the RGDS podcast and the author of several incredible free books on retro gaming. We chat about his new book, "Amiga Top 50 Games: Book One - 50 to 26". We explore what made the Amiga such a standout machine, relive classic game bundles like the iconic Batman and Screen Gems packs, and discuss the unique era of bedroom coders and AAA games.
Contents:
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
37:19 - Paul Driscoll Interview
Amiga Top 50 Games: Book One - 50 to 26 Book: https://tinyurl.com/mr3248pn
RGDS Podcast: https://retrogamingdailyshow.libsyn.com/
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Show notes:
Open World Crazy Taxi: https://tinyurl.com/56v5n7kc
Yars Revenge Sequel in Talks with Atari: https://tinyurl.com/2tscz7wd
SuperSega FPGA: https://tinyurl.com/mazhwz7u
Life-Size Super Monkey Ball Controller: https://tinyurl.com/yckuf3yn
Plus/4 Prince of Persia: https://tinyurl.com/ycckxcx4 -
This week, we chat to Darlene Lacey, a trailblazer in game design and narrative development. Starting with her early experiences in arcades and her passion for story writing, Darlene shares her fascinating journey into the world of Advanced Microcomputer Systems. Learn about her pivotal role in the creation of iconic games like Dragon's Lair and Space Ace, working with legends Rick Dyer and Don Bluth, and the innovative approaches that kept the studio's costs low. Darlene also delves into her transition to the Walt Disney Company, where she navigated the challenges of adapting to new creative approaches and working on beloved titles like Donald’s Alphabet Chase and Disney's DuckTales.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
37:17 - Darlene Lacey Interview
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Show notes
Sega Neptune is revived: https://tinyurl.com/52b9tnac
Marvel vs Capcom collection is coming: https://tinyurl.com/ysjadasf
Dune 2 remaster for Amiga: https://tinyurl.com/22zmpe9y
1 button handheld console: https://youtu.be/vJMq8O_84eU
Carpark Capital: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3031880/Car_Park_Capital/ -
This week, we hear the fascinating career of Ian Oliver as he shares insider stories from founding Real Time Games Software, including the development of the groundbreaking Carrier Command and creating development systems for Sega. From the humble beginnings of 3D Tank Duel on the ZX Spectrum to navigating the complexities of the Sega Dreamcast era, Ian offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of the gaming industry.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
41:44 - Ian Oliver Interview
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Show notes
$60 Sega Saturn Flash Cart: https://tinyurl.com/2j3xvcd5
Blingboard64 Keyboard: https://tinyurl.com/zxrt4396
New Power Rangers Beat 'Em Up: https://tinyurl.com/3te66jv8
Wonder Swan to TV Mod Kit: https://tinyurl.com/y6ehxrsr
Contra Reforged: https://tinyurl.com/2s4artyr -
This week, we chat with Randell Jesup, former Senior Software Engineer at Commodore Amiga Inc. From his pioneering work with 80's online gaming platform PlayNET and the revolutionary Amiga OS. Discover how PlayNET evolved into Quantum Link and AOL, the challenges of developing high-performance drivers, and the innovative spirit that drove Amiga's success.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
39:15 - Randell Jesup Interview
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Show notes
Lost Atari game brought back to life: https://tinyurl.com/bp8ujffh
The Thing remaster: https://tinyurl.com/3u23dk4a
USB to 3DO driver: https://tinyurl.com/mu9mk2vx
New beat 'em up Deadly Metropolis: https://tinyurl.com/2ab8pvwz
Rare Xbox in Charity Shop: https://tinyurl.com/3837en9d -
This week, we chat with legendary game developer David Jones, the creative mind behind the iconic Magic Knight series. David delves into the fascinating history of creating some of the most beloved 8-bit adventure games of the 1980s, from his innovative use of the TRS-80 Model III for Spectrum development to developing the storytelling and gameplay mechanics of titles like Finders Keepers and Spellbound.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
40:44 - David Jones Interview
David’s Links: https://davidxjonesauthor.com/retro-hour-podcast-links/
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Evercade arcade: https://tinyurl.com/2s4d359p
Resident Evil Zero & Code Veronica remakes: https://tinyurl.com/mw2seakj
8bit Do Keyboard and Numpad: https://tinyurl.com/mrj4jx6v
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Zelda LEGO announced: https://tinyurl.com/bdhdyhbw -
We sit down with Paul Hartnoll of the legendary electronic duo Orbital. Paul takes us on a nostalgic journey, sharing his first gaming experiences and the early home systems that sparked his passion for technology. Plus the impact of Orbital's music featuring on classics like Wipeout, Test Drive 4 and creating music on the Atari ST.
00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
42:48 - Paul Hartnoll Interview
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Atari purchase Intellivision: https://tinyurl.com/27n8vz93
Dreamcast PSU: https://tinyurl.com/3p43au66
Apple's Unreleased iPod Tetris Clone Has Been Discovered: https://youtu.be/q0c6SOP4CCo
Mario kart rom hack: https://tinyurl.com/yc6pmyd2
RIP ICQ: https://tinyurl.com/5ed3hb8m -
This week, we're joined by legendary game designer and artist Mark Healey. From his early days with a Commodore 64, working on the classic KGB Super Spy, to his pivotal role in iconic Bullfrog titles like Theme Park and Dungeon Keeper, Mark shares the stories and inspirations behind his work. Hear about his experiences with industry giants like the Darling brothers and Peter Molyneux, his innovative approach to educational games with Fun School, and the creation of his own studio, Media Molecule.
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40:37 - Mark Healey Interview
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Mario Maker 64: https://tinyurl.com/mrxyhtrw
Cronela's Mansion: https://tinyurl.com/3tv6xaj5
The Glass Staircase PS2 Horror: https://tinyurl.com/t8y32zmb
Hack NES Tetris from inside the game: https://tinyurl.com/3svec93w
Play with classic Mac OS's in your browser: https://infinitemac.org/ -
This week on the podcast, we sit down with the pioneering game designer Nicole Lazzaro, renowned for her work on iconic titles like The Sims, Myst, and Diner Dash. From playing Colossal Cave Adventure on shared computers to studying Psychology and Film at Stanford, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of emotions in games.
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00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
34:10 - Nicole Lazzaro Interview
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Incredible new N64 recomp tool: https://tinyurl.com/49s9sxsw
Ron Gilbert is creating a new Zelda-type game: https://tinyurl.com/yc5bkevd
Dread Delusion: https://tinyurl.com/ycy33e8h
Tomb Raider TV show: https://tinyurl.com/4bz8274h
Mario 64 on GBA: https://tinyurl.com/dv56mxnv -
We catch up with the legendary Joe Bonar as he discusses his journey from the early days of the GameCube to developing on quirky systems like the Nokia N-Gage. Joe gives us an insider’s look into the creation of groundbreaking titles like Burnout, Tron 2.0, and Sonic Rivals.
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00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories
39:09 - Joe Bonar Interview
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Super Mario Bros CD: https://tinyurl.com/35tbt53m
Gladmori for Dreamcast and Neo Geo: https://tinyurl.com/5byrnpbn
BASIC turns 60: https://tinyurl.com/5xsawmbj
Tricky Madness: https://tinyurl.com/2uj3v6zn
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