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Retro Asylum

250 episodes - last episode 14 Oct 2023

The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast. Curating gaming culture for future generations. 'World's Best Podcast' - NME Award 2016.

2023-10-14

Episode 317: From Coin-Ops to Table-Tops (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain talks to Chris Hill about creating gamesyouloved.com and also discusses Numskull's kickstarter book "From Coin Op To Table Top" and a whole lot more!

To back the Kickstarter project featured in this episode, please visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tabletop-book/from-coin-ops-to-table-tops-the-essential-electronic-games

Tomb Raider: Unfinished Business for the Sega Saturn can be downloaded at: chrome-extension://bigefpfhnfcobdlfbedofhhaibnlghod/mega/secure.html#folder/zMwW3RyD#In5CPXY3up7gBNQhTZ4cAw

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Plasticman
Schnitzel Von Krumm with a new Brazilian bum
Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans aka Muppets
roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
drnovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
MARK BYLUND
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
stephen stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Nick Lees
Drew Peacock and Dan Gleeballs

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-10-12

Episode 316: Shining Force CD (audio/mpeg)

Mads, Chris and RPG virgin Mark dissect this summer’s game club RPG, Shining Force CD.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-09-25

Episode 315 - Outrun 2 and October game club shortlist (audio/mpeg)

Mark, Chris and Mads talk all things OutRun 2 - does this arcade classic hold up in the home? The game club choices for October are revealed as well, and it’s all 8-bit baby!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Plasticman
Schnitzel Von Krumm with a very big bum
Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans aka Muppets4
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
drnovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Thomas scoffham
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Nick Lees
Kuunerutokoro-ni Sumutokoro

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-09-20

Episode 314: New Game Old Flame (audio/mpeg)

Inspired by the podcast New Game Old Flame, the RA team take a look at 5 new'ish games for the legendary 8bit breadbin, the Commodore 64.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-08-26

Episode 313: Summer Catch Up (audio/mpeg)

Back from their short break, Mads, Mark, Steve & Dean catch up on some of the latest news of the retro scene and discuss what they have been up to gaming wise & a bit more.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Professor Bertrand Von Dinglefluff the 3rd
Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Drnovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out more of SABRE's awesome art : https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/106128/artworks

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-07-26

Episode 312: RPG Summer Game Club shortlist (audio/mpeg)

Mads & Chris throw Mark into a world of chaos as they subject him to the genre of RPG games. Tasked with choosing an RPG game for our games club, he faces the prospect of playing random battle for hours on end.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out more of SABRE's awesome art : https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/106128/artworks

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-07-06

Episode 311: Sonic CD (audio/mpeg)

Jim, Mark and Mads take a long hard look at Sonic CD for the MegaCD. Is it a masterpiece? Is it a dud?

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out more of SABRE's awesome art : https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/106128/artworks

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-06-29

Episode 310: July 2023 Game Club Shortlist (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Mark, Chris and Mads crush the hopes and dreams of the listeners as they one by one eliminate games from the long list of listener suggestions. Which four will go on to the vote?

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out more of SABRE's awesome art : https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/106128/artworks

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-06-06

Episode 309: Panzer Dragoon Orta (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mark go in search of the Ancients and fight off a horde of Dragonmares to bring you a deep dive look at the Xbox cult classic, Panzer Dragoon Orta. We also catch up on the latest goings on at Evercade and generally in the world of retro gaming.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out more of SABRE's awesome art : https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/106128/artworks

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-05-26

Episode 308: Classic Catch Up (audio/mpeg)

After a short hiatus, Dean & Steve return for a good old chat with Mads and Mark to discuss what they have all been up to recently in regards to retro gaming. Will Steve convince the guys that the Miyoo Mini Plus is a worthy purchase? Will Dean mention Double Dragon yet again? Tune in to find out.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
drnovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out Jonas DeRo's awesome art on his Deviant page: https://www.deviantart.com/jonasdero

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-05-10

Episode 307: Blade Runner (audio/mpeg)

Blade Runners Mads, Mark and Chris weave their way through the murky and crowded streets of 2019 Los Angeles. Does the game hold up or should it have been left in limbo for a little while longer? Tune in to find out.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Like the art on this episodes cover? Be sure to check out Jonas DeRo's awesome art on his Deviant page: https://www.deviantart.com/jonasdero

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-04-26

Episode 306: May shortlist - Xbox (audio/mpeg)

Mark, Mads and Chris take the podcast on a voyage into the unknown by selecting a shortlist for our May game club. The theme: Xbox.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Doctornovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-04-18

Episode 305: Keio Flying Squadron 2 (audio/mpeg)

In our latest game club episode Chris, Mark and Mads take a look at the gorgeous Saturn platformer Keio Flying Squadron 2. In action!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Doctornovocalcords
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-03-29

Episode 304: Adventure Games and the SIX CANDIDATES (audio/mpeg)

In this episode, the nordic brothers ditch Chris and go adventuring on their own. Will we ever see Chris again? Does Mark know what an adventure game is? Are they really brothers?

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
stephen stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2023-03-23

Episode 303: Evercade EXP (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris Worthington sits down with Chris O'Regan, Jim Middleton and Andy Gilmour to discuss their initial thoughts of the Evercade EXP. We also catch up on the latest goings on in the world of retro.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
stephen stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

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2023-03-14

Episode 302: Celebrating Over 300 Episodes Of RA (audio/mpeg)

The team finally get together to celebrate reaching over 300 episodes with a bumper edition of the show. Find out who is our "Retro Superstar" plus we chat to 5 of our listeners to discover their favourite retro games!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Cillian O'Brien
Robert Ilott
Richard Pickles
Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
stephen stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2023-02-28

Episode 301: Sonic The Hedgehog 2 - Sega Master System (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Jim, Mark, and Mads take a long, hard look at Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for the Sega Master System.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Russ Smith
Peter Badrick
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-Orbits IT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2023-02-25

Episode 300: March Shortlist - Sega Saturn (audio/mpeg)

It's not the episode 300 you might have expected (don't worry, we'll be celebrating soon), but Mark, Mads and Chris team up for the first time to select three Saturn games to take forward to the game club shortlist for March.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

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Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2023-02-07

Episode 299: RC Pro Am (audio/mpeg)

In our first game club episode of the year, Chris and Mark strap in for a deep dive into the Rare classic, RC Pro Am. They also review the Atari high score challenges from December and catch up on the latest retro news.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2023-01-28

Episode 298: Game Club Shortlist - 8 Bit Sonic (audio/mpeg)

Jim, Mark and Mads get together to talk about the blue hedgehog's 8-bit outings. Which 8-bit Sonic games will be up for vote for the game club in February 2023?

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

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2022-12-26

Episode 297: Wizball (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris return to game club action and take a deep dive into the Sensible Software classic, Wizball. They also catch up on what they've been up to and make a special announcement about the future of the game club.

Special thanks to Mark leither for cleaning up the image of Wizball used on our cover. Checkout Mark’s Ko-Fi page at https://ko-fi.com/markleither

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2022-12-18

Episode 296: 8 Bit Wars Xmas 2022 Special (audio/mpeg)

The RA gang are joined by some very special guests to engage in mortal combat once more in the first ever 8 Bit Wars Christmas Edition. Who will be the glorious victor?

Special thanks to Scott Pearson for his amazing artwork for this episodes cover!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible, we really appreciate your kind donations!

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

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Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-11-12

Episode 295: Arcade Archive (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain talk's to arcade collector Alex Crowley about the opening of the Arcade Archive Musuem and what we can expect to play when we visit.

For more information on the Arcade Archive, visit Alex's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OWLT509

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-11-06

Episode 294: Soccer Kid (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris and Mads don their football jerseys and try to save the world cup from alien interference in Soccer Kid for the Amiga.

Special thanks to Mark leither for cleaning up the image of Soccer Kid used on our cover. Checkout Mark's Ko-Fi page at https://ko-fi.com/markleither

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

Retro Asylum Merchandise: https://retroasylumstore.myspreadshop.co.uk/

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2022-11-03

Episode 293: That's What We Call The 90's PT2 (audio/mpeg)

Dean, Chris & Steve get nostalgic once again about the 1990's and this time look at 90's TV and reveal what they got up to on their nights out. Plus, Steve ventures to Blackpool for Play Expo 2022!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

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Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-10-28

Episode 292: C64 Game Club Shortlist November 2022 (audio/mpeg)

In an bizzare experiment that goes horribly wrong, Matt & Steve swap voices with Mads & Chris whilst trying to pick some Commodore 64 games for the November Games Club shortlist.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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2022-10-11

Episode 291: Planescape Torment (audio/mpeg)

In this episode our resident RPG experts, Mads and Chris, give the chant on the Black Isle 1999 classic, Planescape: Torment.

Like the stunning artwork on this episodes cover? It's by Sergio Strano. Checkout Sergio's work on his Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/sergio.strano/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O’Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas Scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

Retro Asylum YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag

Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-09-26

Episode 290: Too Cool For Zool - Games Club Shortlist Oct 22 (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris and Mads are back to try to find some gems amongst an ocean of stones as they pick a shortlist of Amiga platformers for our game club game for October 2022.

Like the artwork on this episodes cover? Great, checkout more great art by Jmanvelez at https://www.deviantart.com/jmanvelez

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech1
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

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Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-09-18

Episode 289: That's What We Call The 90's PT1 (audio/mpeg)

Steve Erickson, Chris Worthington and Dean Swain get nostalgic for the decade that gave us virtual pets, pagers and the Sony PlayStation. It's the 1990's!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech1
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some MiSTer FPGA accessories? Give https://misterfpga.co.uk/ a visit and use the code retroasylum to gain a 6% discount.

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Help support the Retro Asylum by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/retroasylum

Retro Asylum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retroasylum/

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Retro Asylum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_retro_asylum/

Retro Asylum on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/theretroasylum

Twitter: @theretroasylum

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2022-08-13

Episode 288: Devil May Cry (audio/mpeg)

In this episode we learn the sad truth about Mads’ lacklustre gaming skills as we dive into PlayStation 2 “classic” Devil May Cry.

Like the artwork used on this episode’s cover? It was created by ThePixman. You can visit his Deviantart page at https://www.deviantart.com/thepixman

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nick Smith
Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

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2022-07-27

Episode 287: Sega Powered (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris talk to Dean Mortlock and Paul Monaghan of Sega Powered and Daniel Crocker of WAVE Game Studios about the latest issue of Sega Powered magazine. They also announce the shortlist for the August/September RPG game club.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
Damon Crockett
Dylan D'Arch
Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

Looking for some new games for your favourite retro system? Then checkout https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

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2022-06-11

Episode 286: Dungeon Master (audio/mpeg)

Chris Worthington talk's to former RA host Paul Monaghan about FTL's Atari ST classic Dungeon Master as part of the RA Game's Club plus Dean Swain chat's to Chris Wilkins about the forthcoming Crash Live 2022 event!

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Pete Rogers
Rune P
New Game Old Flame - Podcast
Christopher Bolton
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Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
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Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Axeman
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas Scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

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2022-05-28

Episode 285: Game Club Shortlist June 2022 (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads shock the world with their lack of love and knowledge about 1 vs 1 fighting games. They are willing to learn though, so here's the shortlist of fighting games for the June 2022 game club.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

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Bitmap Soft
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Nik
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Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Paul Bullard
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Spectrum is the Best Humphrey
MARK BYLUND
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

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2022-05-26

Episode 284: Riding The Ocean Wave (audio/mpeg)

Dean, Steve, Mads, Chris & Matt (yes, the entire team) look back at some of their favourite games from the Manchester based software giant of the 1980's.

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2022-05-03

Episode 283: W*H*B (audio/mpeg)

Why Hate Boris? Which Hover Bike? No, it's got to be Welsh Hairy Bloke! Join Dean, Chris, and Mads as they explore the wonderful ZX Spectrum puzzle game that is W*H*B.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Checkout W*H*B and other titles by Bob Smith at https://bobs-stuff.itch.io/

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2022-04-19

Episode 282: Finish Em! Part 2 (audio/mpeg)

We finish ‘em! Or, we try to at the very least. Hear how far Dean, Steve and Mads got in their quest to finish some childhood favourites. Matt also pops in to review the A500 Mini.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Bitmap Soft
Alec Plint
Mikes Retro Tech
Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
Howard Price
Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Paul Bullard
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Spectrum is the Best Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

To download the game Pangaroids by Michal Wozniak which is mentioned in this episode, please visit https://store.steampowered.com/app/1835040/Pangaroids/

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2022-04-08

Episode 281: Day of the Tentacle (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris pull rank and cover the seminal 1993 LucasArts adventure, Day of the Tentacle. Featuring contributions from the Retro Asylum Discord community, this long awaited look at one of the all time greats is long overdue.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Mikes Retro Tech
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Dave Velociraptor
Nik
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Matthew Turner
SiEC
Adam Hinde
Chris O'Regan
James Dunn
Hans Crombeen
roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Paul Bullard
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
ninjixel
Tim TJ Walker
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas Scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

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2022-03-27

Episode 280: April 2022 Game Club Shortlist - Isometric Speccy Fun (audio/mpeg)

Dean joins Mads & Chris for the April Game Club 2022 shortlist in which the guys look and choose isometric games on the ZX Spectrum.

Dougie Do! for the ZX Spectrum Next can be found at https://robgm.itch.io/dougie-do

Golden Seas for the ZX Spectrum Next can be found at https://sunteam.itch.io/golden-seas

Bitmap Soft's website is https://www.bitmapsoft.co.uk/

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Derek Young
Dave Velociraptor
Nik
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Roushimsx
Guto Threadbare
Chris Atwill
Paul Bullard
Harvey Watson
Martyn Jones
Ninjixel
TJ
Andy Hudson
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

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2022-03-12

Episode 279: Pocky And Rocky (audio/mpeg)

A yank and a Dane sits down to record an episode of the U.K.'s number 1 retro gaming show. Patreon supporter Mark and RA host Mads dress up as a princess and a raccoon to get through Pocky & Rocky on the SNES.

Like the cover art? Check out Jmanvelez's Deviant Art page: https://www.deviantart.com/jmanvelez

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2022-02-23

Episode 278: The Secret Of Monkey Island (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris are joined by their co-hosts on the Playthrough podcast, Jim Middleton and Andy Gilmour to present a special episode on The Secret of Monkey Island.

Thanks to all of our Patreon’s who made this episode possible.

Nik Linders
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SiEC
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Tim TJ Walker
Andy Hudson
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
Patrick Fürst
Laurens
Andrew Gilmour
Stephen Stuttard
Matt Sullivan
Magnus Esbjörner
Darren Coles
Garry Heather
Edward Fitzpatrick
Nick Lees
Blake Brett

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2022-02-15

Episode 277: Finish 'em! (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Mads, Chris, Steve and old man Swainy pick a game or three that they have never managed to complete to see if they can finally declare victory! Plus, Dean visit's The Pinball Office and all the latest news & gossip is discussed!

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2022-02-01

Episode 276: Tower Of Doom (audio/mpeg)

In our game club episode for January 2021, Mads is missing as Chris v1 and Chris v2 take a deep dive into the not-D&D Intellivision RPG, Tower of Doom. They may not have enjoyed the game too much, but they did enjoy catching up on the latest news from the gaming world.

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Andy Hudson
Ricardo Engel
Adrian Nelson
HeavyMetalDon
James Bentley
Tony Parkinson
Gaz H
Mal Woods
Red-Crested Breegull
Richard Rogers
Cane and Rinse
LamptonWorm
Salvio Calabrese
Mitsoyama
Rhys Wynne
Clint Humphrey
Mark Bylund
Paul Ashton
Chris Rowe
Jon Sheppard
Laurent Giroud
Deadl0ck
Aaron Maupin
Jim-OrbitsIT
Jon Veal
Thomas scoffham
Andy Marsh
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Laurens
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2022-01-29

Episode 275: Vote for February 2022 (audio/mpeg)

Mads sits down with Patreon sponsor and good friend of the show Mark Bylund a.k.a. Kitt to select some Run 'n' Gun games for the Super Nintendo.

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2022-01-20

Episode 274: Sensible World of Soccer (audio/mpeg)

The goal scoring superstar heroes of RA (aka Chris and Mads) don their shooting boots and limber up for an in-depth look at Sensible Software's iconic 1994 title, Sensible World of Soccer. We also get the usual dose of "what have you been up to" and a look at some of the recent news from the world of retro gaming.

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2021-12-29

Episode 273: January 2022 Game Club Vote - Intellivision (audio/mpeg)

In our final episode of 2021, Chris, Mads and returning host Chris O'Regan talk Intellivision and whittle down a long list of games into an exciting and varied shortlist.

Click here to listen to the Cane and Rinse Streams Episode 110 - Intellivision Special that is mentioned in the episode.

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2021-12-23

Episode 272: Christmas Party 2021 (audio/mpeg)

After years of delivering highly produced Xmas specials, the RA team leave this years effort down to fate. Will this cavalier attitude end in disaster or will you enjoy the party regardless? As usual, all the latest news and gosip is discussed. Special thanks to Scott Pearson for our wonderful cover!

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2021-12-07

Episode 271: Soft Porn Adventure - Tapper (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris and Mads attempt to get their rocks off without waggling their joysticks... by playing through Chuck Benton's 1981 text adventure, Softporn Adventure. They also touch on Tapper and the latest retro gaming news.

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2021-12-02

Episode 270: Retro Asylum X Retro Spectives - Fallout 2 (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris is joined by Patrick Arthur and James Tuerlings of the Retro Spectives podcast in part 2 of our cross-over series. The guys take a deep dive in the 1998 Black Isle Studios classic, Fallout 2.

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2021-11-25

Episode 269: December 2021 Game Club (audio/mpeg)

Matt, Chris and Mads whittle down the list of Amiga sequels you guys can vote for in the December game club vote.

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2021-11-21

Episode 268: Maximo (audio/mpeg)

Better late than never! Mads and Chris finally sit down to wax lyrical over the often overlooked Capcom PS2 title Maximo: Ghosts to Glory.

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2021-11-18

Episode 267: 10th Anniversary Special (audio/mpeg)

The Retro Asylum team celebrate 10 years of the podcast! Plus Dean & Steve visit the Arcade Club in Bury along with listeners of the show!

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2021-11-09

Episode 266: The Rubber Keyed Wonder (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain sits down with Nicola & Anthony Caulfield from Gracious Films to chat about their latest project, The Rubber Keyed Wonder.

To find out more about the movie, please visit https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1195082866/the-rubber-keyed-wonder-40-years-of-the-zx-spectrum

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2021-11-06

Episode 265: Evercade VS and Blaze Entertainment (audio/mpeg)

Chris and special guest host Martin Stephenson (aka Deadlock on Discord) are joined by Sean Cleaver and Ryan Dekker of Blaze Entertainment to discuss the forthcoming Evercade VS and 18 months of the Evercade handheld.

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2021-10-28

Episode 264: November's game club shortlist (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads present the candidates for November’s game club game. This month, for the first time ever, we’ll be voting for two games!

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2021-10-10

Episode 263: Xenogears (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads set out to kill God in this year’s game club RPG: Xenogears on the original PlayStation. Plus they discuss all the latest news on the retro gaming scene.

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2021-10-06

Episode 262: Jimmy Maher The Digital Antiquarian (audio/mpeg)

Chris Worthington sits down for a chat with Jimmy Maher, author and writer of Amiga The Future Was Here and the Digital and Analog Antiquarian blogs.

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2021-09-24

Episode 261: PS2 Hidden Gems - Roushi's Pick's (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads reveal the shortlist for October's game club game from a longlist compiled by our listener, Roushi. Roushi is known for his vast knowledge of gaming from all ages so take a listen to see what hidden gems he has found for us.

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2021-09-19

Episode 260: Now That’s What We Call The 80’s PT3 (audio/mpeg)

Steve and Dean are back for the final part of our special journey through the 1980's. Join them as they look back at some of the major events of 80's Britain. The guys also pay their respects to Sir Clive Sinclair.

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2021-08-28

Episode 259: Now That's What We Call The 80's PT2 (audio/mpeg)

In the second part of our nostalgic special, Dean & Steve jump into their diecast Delorian and talk 1980's music and also take a look back at some of the most memorable TV adverts of the decade.

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2021-08-17

Episode 258: Now That's What We Call The 80's PT1 (audio/mpeg)

In part one of our nostalgic special, Steve & Dean travel back to the decade that gave us New Wave, sticky neon carpet & mullet hair styles to discuss their favorite toys, TV shows & films of the 1980's.

Also discussed: The A500, Steam Deck & the MiSTer FPGA project.

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2021-08-03

Episode 257: Half Life (audio/mpeg)

The artist formerly known as young Chris and Mads don their HEV suits and grab their trusty crowbars as they fight their way through Half-Life and its expansions in this month's game club episode.

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2021-07-19

Episode 256: We talk to Mike Rouse of Antstream Arcade (audio/mpeg)

In this episode, Matt Wilsher climbs into his shed to grill the newly appointed Head Of Production at Antstream Arcade, Mike Rouse about the streaming services future plans, competitions and rom hacking.

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2021-07-01

Episode 255: Mayhem in Monsterland (audio/mpeg)

Dean, Chris and Mads speed burst through Apex Computer Productions' C64 swan song, Mayhem in Monsterland. There is also MISTer and arcade cab chat aplenty along with a run down of some of the latest retro news.

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2021-06-23

Episode 254: July - Listeners' Choice (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris reveal the shortlist for the listeners' choice July game club game by whittling down the long list to a final four. Did your choice make the cut? Tune in to find out.

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2021-06-22

Episode 253: Schildmaid MX with HitP Studio (audio/mpeg)

In our latest episode Mads and Chris sit down for a chat with Michiel Kroder and Johannes Nichell of HitP Studio to talk about their forthcoming, retro-inspired shooter, Schildmaid MX.

Episode 253

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2021-05-27

Episode 252: Theme Hospital (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris and Mads scrub in and take a deep dive look at Bullfrog's Theme Hospital. Will Chris convince Mads that it really is a classic or is it just a radiator too far? We also announce something very special for June.

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2021-05-18

Episode 251: June 21 Game Club Theme (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Mads and Chris reveal our Discord members' choices for June's game club theme and whittle down the list to just four for the public vote.

The categories are games by id Software, C64 games released in the last 10 years, Shinobi games and games released commercially in the final years of a system's life.

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2021-05-01

Episode 250: Zoo Keeper (audio/mpeg)

Mads, Chris, Steve & Dean team up to tackle Taito's overlooked arcade game Zoo Keeper. Will a game that was designed to be played in short bursts in an arcade, drive them & our participating listeners mad as they play it for hours over a full month?

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2021-04-21

Episode 249: Get Your Vote In For May (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris shake things up a little by putting up for the vote four themes for the May game club.

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2021-04-19

Episode 248: Segments 2 (audio/mpeg)

In this segments episode, Steve chats to the guys behind Zapped To The Past podcast, we take a flick through issue 28 of Zzap!64 magazine plus Mads & Chris ask two of our listeners what is their favourite game?

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2021-04-05

Episode 247: Wing Commander III (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris jump into the cockpit and take flight for a detailed look at the world of Wing Commander 3: Heart of the Tiger

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2021-03-23

Episode 246: Game Club Voting For April 21 - Taito Arcade Games (audio/mpeg)

Mads, Dean and Chris look ahead to April's Taito game club theme by cutting an eight game long list down to four. Join us to find out which games you will be voting on.

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2021-03-01

Episode 245: Tex Murphy Under A Killing Moon (audio/mpeg)

This month we don our fedoras and save mankind in Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon. Does this FMV adventure still hold up in 2021? Find out in this episode.

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2021-02-22

Episode 244: Ten Pence Arcade (audio/mpeg)

Dean and Steve link up with Vic and Shaun of The Ten Pence arcade to discuss classic computer games that would've been great in the arcade.

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2021-02-22

Episode 243: What 3DO Games To Play For March? (audio/mpeg)

In our latest Games Club episode, Chris and Mads select a shortlist of four 3DO games to take forward to the vote for the game club game for March.

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2021-01-31

Episode 242: Dark Forces 2 - Jedi Knight (audio/mpeg)

In our latest game club episode, Chris and Mads ready their blasters once more as they take a detailed look at Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight. They also reveal the result of the February poll and announce the theme for March.

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2021-01-18

Episode 241: February 2021 Vote (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads present the games that are up for vote in February's game club.

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2021-01-03

Episode 240: Exile (audio/mpeg)

In this, the very first show of 2021, Dean, Chris and Mads talk about their experiences playing December's game club game Exile on the BBC Micro.

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Q and A with Peter Irvin.

Q: Where did the concept of the game come from? Was it influenced by earlier videogames?

A: The concept for Exile started as just the idea of a man with a jetpack exploring an underground cavern system, having to solve problems to progress, fighting off hostiles. It wasn’t influenced by other games, more from TV/film - like Star Trek, Blakes 7, Forbidden Planet.

Q: Was the game built around the plot or did the mechanics of the game come first?

A: The mechanics came first and we kept adding stuff to the game engine until we knew what the limits were and how far we could go with the resources available. The plot crystallised over time, after we worked out what could be achieved, then we had to populate the map to match and make a playable game. Major way points were decided, like the Rune Door and Triax’s lab, and the scattering of other puzzles, equipment and encounters designed to get the player equipped to pass through these way points. However we sometimes had “we could add this cool thing” moments and had to include that - like the digital speech on the large RAM BBC micro version.

Q: Nowadays, there is infinite memory to craft a story and provide lots of context for the game. That was not possible for you. How early did you develop the idea of a novella?

A: To include a novella was decided quite late in the day. Yes, it was a way to help explain the game back story better but it was also a way to add perceived value to the game, and reduce piracy - the thinking being that people would pay more and pirates would think they were missing out on important stuff if they did’t have the full package, though I’m not convinced by that.

Q: How much of what you and Jeremy learned from Thrust did you carry forward into Exile?

A: With Thrust, Jeremy showed that implementing physics well - gravity, thrusting, multi-body mechanics - was actually rewarding for the player; it was pleasing just to fly around. We were both interested in physics so that had to be a big part of Exile, and a lot of time was spent getting the physics engine right - all the acceleration rates, gravity, impacts, wind forces, floating, etc work in balance and to feel ok but coded with very little memory.

Q: Were there any interesting alien life forms that you prototyped but had to cut?

A: There were a few but the details are lost to me by the passing of time. Most memorable now was a dog - which was to be the player’s faithful companion, helping out as best he could. He was included from the beginning as it came over from an unfinished game I was doing before Exile called “Wizard’s Walk” - a wizard travelling down a long pretty cave populated by hazards. The dog used too much RAM for its graphics in Exile - it needed extra frames due to walking up diagonals. It also had to be indestructible, and manage to get around the map as well as the player or the game wouldn’t work, so it ended up being removed and we put in Fluffy which was small alien bundle of pixels and trivial code to control.

Q: Some game reviews show screenshots that are clearly from a different game map. Were review copies sent out that were radically different or were these more likely pictures from earlier prototype builds?

A: I don’t recall any wrong maps being reviewed. Perhaps on the Amiga version? The BBC Micro Exile game map was generated by a tiny algorithm to produce the straight tunnels, a scattering of caverns, some individual tiles and areas that could be hand-defined (like for the top ship, the top underground base, Triax’s lab, various doors, etc. The map code was fixed in stone at a very early stage because changing it would have meant repopulating the entire game.

Q: The manual quite bluntly tells players that it’s a game which requires thought. Where you worried that people wouldn’t “get it”?

A: Exile was hard to play in parts and required people to use their brains in some places to solve the natural puzzles. That wasn’t the way games were back then - most were short duration entertainment requiring little thought. We designed Exile as the sort of game we wanted to play, hoped others would accept it, but knew if they got stuck they could ask their friends or get advice from one of the games magazines. It isn’t a “levels game” where you just shoot your way through and collect stars, it was more like a movie - one big adventure. It was also more difficult than it should have been partly due to the limitations and efficiencies of the physics engine and shared general purpose code between many creatures. Many people didn’t complete Exile, or even get as far as the excitement of destroying the maggot machine, the earthquake and the flooding caverns, but I like to think they still got value for money. It’s hard to balance a game for all abilities when the resources are so tight and trying not to allow dead ends in progress were the player to have inadvertently wasted all the required resources to overcome upcoming obstacles, but in retrospect perhaps some things should have been easier.

Q: The purple, vertical blast door near the start has a gap at the top which can be flown through, with enough time and patience. Did you know about it when the game shipped, but decided it wasn't a big enough game-breaker to fix?

A: There were many such collision “features” - a side effect of a general purpose physics engine with limited resources to prevent special cases. Anyway, quantum tunnelling happens in physics, so surely that’s fine!

Q: Are there any (other) bugs in the game which you look back on now and think “ah, if only we could patch it!”?

A: There were many of what I call “features” rather than bugs in Exile and I think we knew about most of the ways things could go wrong but had no spare RAM to fix. My favourite one was, with your back to a vertical door, holding something, suddenly turning around while thrusting forward and do a throw - the thrown object can usually be made to appear on the other side of the door to you. Sometimes you could use a similar system to get yourself through! There were so many things to balance - like the relationship between the speed of a firer, the speed and dimensions of bullets and the thickness of doors, otherwise they could tunnel through the door or bullets hit the firer.

Q: Did it bother you that the published solutions made use of physics/engine glitches to get the coronium rocks out of the eastern area, instead of the 'correct' solution which involves creating additional coronium by luring slimes through a piece of solid rock, converting them to yellow balls, then passing them through the underwater structure containing red blobs to the west of the windy shaft?

A: No, I’m not really bothered about players making use of things they found. Exile is about exploration and experiment, so finding shortcuts, even if relying on “features” is still in that spirit. We wanted several ways to do many of the puzzles anyway, and the eastern tunnels were meant to be a natural area uncorrupted yet by Triax, where the player could experiment to discover the tools they would need in the western caves. This probably didn’t come across to the player. Also some of the puzzles were a bit contrived I suppose - nevertheless rewarding if you solved them.

Q: Which version of the game do you consider definitive?

A: The BBC micro version was the most definitive. It was the first and a genuine struggle to make happen at all, and I believe took that platform to its limits. I hated the Electron version - there was no way to avoid having a border of white noise (ie code) around the game view - buyers must have been so forgiving.

Q: We are aware of the tragic circumstances around Jeremy’s death. Was a sequel planned before he died?

A: From fading memory, I think we were still working on bits and pieces with the original game - like an Amiga CD 32 console game, and we had tried to get publishers interested in a Sega Mega Drive version but the console market was very controlled, with publishers taking few risks on unconventional product due to the costs of making the expensive ROM cartridges. You almost had to have a working game already on the platform to be considered seriously and with development systems hard to come we didn’t have the funds to make that happen ourselves. There were some explorations into making use of the code for a new game but nothing solid.

Q: You had a version of the game planned for iOS and Android back in 2010. Are we correct to assume that that project has been discontinued?

A: No, it is my intention that this should still happen. It’s difficult to know how non-retro it would need to be to have any measure of success against todays effects-driven offerings, though computer gaming is a broad church.

Q: If the mobile project had gone ahead, would there have been any fundamental changes to the game?

A: The first release would be very familiar, but enhanced in details, the plot cleaned up - more obvious - and easier to play. The control system on a touch screen can’t depend on the zillion keys that Exile required either! I don’t think it should stray too far from the original fundamentally as the audience would include fans of the originals; but sequels could go much further.

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2020-12-24

Episode 239: Merry Christmas! (audio/mpeg)

The lads have nicked Santa's Sleigh and are off to visit all their podcast mates. More importantly will the sleigh get returned in time for Santa to deliver all the kids presents or will the lads have ruined Christmas?

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2020-12-23

Episode 238: What Games To Play For January? (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris indulge themselves and choose the game club game for January from the sequels to games already covered in the game club. Tune in to hear which games have been cast aside and which will be the chosen one for January.

Lookout for our bumper Christmas episode which will be released on Christmas Eve!

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2020-12-22

Bonus Episode: Here Comes A New Challenger (audio/mpeg)

In this special bonus episode, Dean Swain talks to Oliver Harper about the upcoming Street Fighter 2 documentary 'Here Comes A New Challenger' and discusses how Oliver become a successful YouTuber and director.

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2020-11-30

Playthrough: Episode 0 (audio/mpeg)

The launch episode of Playthrough. From the team that brings you Retro Asylum, a brand new community play along podcast featuring modern and middle aged games.

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2020-11-30

Episode 237: Truxton (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads don their helmets and jump into the Super Fighter to take on Dogurava and the Gidans in the classic shmup Truxton on the Mega Drive. Did Chris really get a higher score than Mads? Why is Mads crying? Find the answers to these questions and more in this episode.

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2020-11-29

Episode 236: On A Budget (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Dean, Steve & Matt travel back to a time when games could be bought for a couple of quid at the local newsagents.

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2020-11-22

Episode 235: What BBC Micro Games Will Make The December Poll? (audio/mpeg)

In our latest Game Club episode, Mads, Chris and game club guest Dean choose a shortlist of three BBC Micro games to go forward to our poll for December's game club game.

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2020-11-01

Episode 234: Silent Hill (audio/mpeg)

Our resident game clubbers Chris and Mads are scared s***less as they play through this survival horror classic on the original PlayStation.

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2020-09-30

Episode 233: Ys 1 & 2 (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads spend two months bumping into stuff in Ys I and II on the PC Engine. We also reveal which spooky game we will be playing in October.

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2020-09-26

Episode 232: Get Creative With The ZX Spectrum Next (audio/mpeg)

Dean and Chris get together for the first in a new series of Spectrum Next themed episodes. In this episode, they look back at the two Kickstarters and talk Spectrum Next programming with Sunteam's Paul Weller.

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2020-09-08

Episode 231: Star Wars Arcade (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Dean and Steve talk to Daz and Taggster from The Arcade Perfect podcast and debate which home micro version of the Star Wars arcade was the best plus Nintendo's recent Super Mario Bros Game & Watch is discussed!

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2020-08-16

Episode 230: Segments (audio/mpeg)

There's a slice of retro for everyone as Dean and Steve talk about the Evercade handheld console by Blaze, Matt looks back at the demoscene, plus Chris and Mads talk to two of our Patreon's about their favourite games.

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2020-08-01

Episode 229: Tony Hawks Pro Skater 2 (audio/mpeg)

Mads & Chris grind some rails, flip some boards, and perform the leap of faith in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 in July's game club episode. We also reveal which RPG we will be playing in August and September.

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2020-07-02

Episode 228: Ikari Warriors on the Amstrad CPC (audio/mpeg)

In our latest game club episode, Mads and Chris take a look at the Amstrad CPC port of SNK classic, Ikari Warriors. They also reveal the winner of July's poll and look ahead to the summer RPG!

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2020-06-14

Episode 227: Point n Click with Grundislav Games (audio/mpeg)

Chris sits down with Francisco Gonzalez to talk all things point 'n' click including what classic games inspire him, the state of narrative in games and a preview of the forthcoming Rosewater.

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2020-06-07

Episode 226: Strider (audio/mpeg)

In this month's game club episode, we don our purple ninja suits and strap on our falchion tonfa swords in order to save the world in Strider, the wonderful 1989 arcade classic.

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2020-05-21

Episode 225: The One Amiga Oct 92 (audio/mpeg)

Join Mads, Chris, Steve & Dean as the flick through the pages of the October 1992 issue of The One Amiga magazine. The guys play 4 of the games reviewed in this issue and see how those games measure up today.

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2020-05-01

Episode 224 Advance Wars (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Tactical advisor Mads Kristensen, sends commanding officer Chris Worthington - a decorated veteran who fought in the Willy Wars - into the fray once more as we battle our way through Advance Wars on the Gameboy Advance.

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2020-04-13

Episode 223: Mario's 8 Bit Adventures (audio/mpeg)

Chris, Steve and Mads dive headlong into Mario's 8 bit adventures in the first of our community playthrough companions.

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2020-04-06

Episode 222: Ikaruga (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris dodge bullets and popular opinion when they take on the seminal shooter, Ikaruga. The guys also discuss life in lockdown and look forward to some arcade action in May. A massive thank you to Rosko Lewis for allowing us to use his great music track 1UP which is featured at the end of this episode. Visit https://open.spotify.com/album/3zW6L2snOEchpoNt28vofm?si=MTSgt-1XTMqk_icTfb7SPw to play the track.

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2020-03-15

Episode 221: Revival 2020 & Dreamcast Year One (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris Worthington is on sole hosting duties as the team report on location at Revival 2020 Part 1 and we hear from Andrew Dickinson, author of Dreamcast: Year One.

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2020-02-28

Episode 220: Loom (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Mads and Chris weave their way through the 1990 Lucasarts classic, Loom. The result of the March poll is revealed and we discover that Chris has never played a single game of note from the genre theme for April!

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2020-02-04

Episode 219: Bonk's Revenge (audio/mpeg)

In this game club episode, Mads, Steve and Chris bonk their way through the Turbografx favourite, Bonk's Revenge. They also reveal the result of February's poll and look ahead to March.

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2020-01-26

Episode 218: The Vectrex (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain is joined by Alex Crowley to discuss why the Vectrex is now a must own console. Plus, the ZX Spectrum Next prepares to ship to backers!

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2019-12-31

Episode 217: Manic Miner (audio/mpeg)

In this Games Club episode Mads, Chris, Dean & the RA community take a deep dive into the Matthew Smith classic, plus we catch up on all of the latest retro gaming news & gossip.

Download the new version of Manic Miner for the C64: Here

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2019-12-19

Episode 216: Merry Christmas (audio/mpeg)

Dean, Steve, Matt, Mads & Chris celebrate the festive period by looking back at Xmas past and discuss the future of what the new
year will bring.

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2019-12-05

Episode 215: Metal Slug 3 (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads slug it out as they play their way through the SNK classic, reveal the result of the December poll and announce the first game club theme of 2020.

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2019-12-02

Episode 214: The End Part 2 (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Dean, Mads, Steve & Chris reveal if they have managed to complete the games that they chose in the last episode. Those games were Batman The Movie (Amiga), Rick Dangerous (Amiga) Mega Man (NES) and Scramble (Arcade).

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2019-11-11

Episode 213: The End (audio/mpeg)

All good things must come to an end eventually. Join Steve, Dean, Mads & Chris as they set out their future goals.

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2019-11-03

Episode 212: Stunt Car Racer (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Matt, Chris, and Mads discuss the game club game of October 2019: Stunt Car Racer on the mighty Commodore Amiga. Plus loads more!

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2019-10-16

Episode 211: Tommy Tallarico (audio/mpeg)

Chris Worthington chats to industry legend Tommy Tallarico about his career to date and the forthcoming Intellivision Amico and picks up a couple of exclusives along the way.

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2019-10-07

Episode 210: Final Fantasy VII & Ghosts N Goblins (audio/mpeg)

Mads Kristensen & Christopher Worthington are back for another fun filled Retro Games Club episode. This time they take an in depth look at the legendary RPG Final Fantasy VII by Square and also take a brief look at Capcom's arcade hit Ghosts N Goblins.

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2019-10-03

Episode 209: Christopher's 1st Anniversary (audio/mpeg)

We celebrate Chris’s one-year anniversary as a host on the Retro Asylum game club by looking back at the games we played the past twelve months.

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2019-09-03

Episode 208: 16 Bit Wars (audio/mpeg)

As the kids go back to school, the RA team travel back nearly 30 years to their own playground to argue what 16 bit machine has the best games. Yes it's the Amiga against the Megadrive & SNES!

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2019-07-31

Episode 207: Command & Conquer (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris examine whether the Westwood behemoth lives up to it's "classic" tag. We also reveal the result of the August and September poll before being joined by a special guest to look forward to October.

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2019-07-07

Episode 206: Dark Forces (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads enlist in the rebel alliance to fight the dreaded Dark Troopers in Dark Forces on the PC.

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2019-06-26

Episode 205: Classic Gaming Archive (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Chris launch the Classic Gaming Archive and talk about how you can get involved while the Mads-less team broadcast on location at Revival 2019

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2019-06-01

Episode 204: DoDonPachi (audio/mpeg)

Steve, Chris, and Mads enlist as fighter pilots in DoDonPachi. Did Chris really fight in the Willy Wars? Who stole Steve’s place in the limelight at the final moment? Tune in to this month’s game club episode to find out.

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2019-05-02

Episode 203: Donkey Kong GB (audio/mpeg)

Can Mads and Chris jump barrels, climb vines, and solve devious puzzles in this month's game club episode? Find out right here! Also we reveal next month's game - a wonderful SHMUP for you all to play.

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2019-04-20

Episode 202: Preservation (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Steve, Mads and Chris take on the elephant in the room to discuss the vital role software preservation plays in keeping retro alive.

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2019-03-31

Episode 201: Popeye (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads go Brutus baiting during a deep dive into the classic Nintendo arcade game, Popeye. They also reveal the winner of the April game club vote and are joined by a special guest to look ahead to May.

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2019-03-20

Episode 200: Blasts From The Past! (audio/mpeg)

So this is it, our 200th Episode! Dean Swain and the rest of the current Retro Asylum team go in search of RA hosts of the past to celebrate 200 episodes of "The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast".

Join us in our longest ever episode, as we look back at the show and discuss how the UK retro scene has evolved since we began Retro Asylum back in 2011.

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2019-03-03

Episode 199.5 Super Cars 2 (audio/mpeg)

In this game club episode we pay homage to the great top-down Gremlin racer Super Cars II. For the first time, we are handing out prizes for the competition winners, so have a listen to find out who wins.

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2019-02-18

Episode 199: Early Core Design Games (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Chris Worthington, Steve Erickson and Matt Wilsher delve into Core Designs and some of their games, without hardly mentioning Tomb Raider. A massive thanks to Simon Phipps for allowing us to use his awesome Rick Dangerous artwork. If you would like to purchase a poster print of this lovely art, please visit the store over at www.simonphipps.com

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2019-02-04

Episode 198: The Incredible Machine (audio/mpeg)

Chris and Mads dive into contraption making with The Incredible Machine. Plus we find the winner of our competition, reveal the game of February, and the list of games to vote on for March.

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2019-01-01

Episode 197: Midwinter (audio/mpeg)

In December we’ve spent a lot of time out in the snow - virtual snow that is. Join us as we discuss this month’s game club game Midwinter by Mike Singleton (of Lords of Midnight fame). The game of the month for January is revealed at the end as usual, as are the candidates for February.

Happy New Year Everyone!

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2018-12-19

Episode 196: Xmas Special 2018 (audio/mpeg)

Have you been good? Because Matt, Dean, Steve & Mads are back for our Christmas special in which the guys discuss all of the latest retro news, reminisce about Christmas presents of the past and look back at their favourite festive games!

Merry Christmas everyone & enjoy the episode!

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2018-12-02

Episode 195: Gaming Club - Devil's Crush (audio/mpeg)

Mads and new host Chris Worthington discuss the wonderful PC Engine pinball game Devil's Crush that we have been playing in the gaming club all November.

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2018-10-30

Episode 194: Gaming Club - 720 On The C64 (audio/mpeg)

The Retro Asylum gaming club game for October 2018 was 720 degrees on the Commodore 64. Join Mads and new RA host Chris Worthington, as they discuss the ins and outs of this 1987 arcade conversion.

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2018-10-19

Episode 193: Julian Gollop (none)

Episode unavailable.

2018-09-30

Episode 192: The C16 (audio/mpeg)

Steve and Mads take a look at some games on one of Commodore's less well known machines in this Commodore C16 special.

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2018-09-18

Episode 191: Revival 2018 ZX Spectrum Next Panel (none)

Dean Swain teams up with Paul Jenkinson from the Spectrum Show to host the Revival 2018 ZX Spectrum Next Panel featuring Simon Butler, Rich Stevenson, Mike Dailly, Jim Bagley & Lyndon Sharp about developing games for the new ZX Spectrum.

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2018-08-18

Episode 190: Honey, I Shrunk The Hits (audio/mpeg)

It's a bumper episode as Dean, Mads, Steve & Matt play the handheld versions of some big hit titles that were better known on other systems. Matt stands firm on Zool despite some serious bullying from his so called mates... Plus, Chris O'Regan & Paul Davies report back from their visit to Play Expo London!

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2018-08-01

Episode 189: Mr Biffo and Iain Lee (none)

Paul Davies chats to Mr Biffo (Aka Paul Rose) and Iain Lee in our exclusive interview recorded live at Revival 2018.

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2018-07-08

Episode 188: Revival 2018 Shahid Ahmad (none)

Paul Davies is joined by industry stalwart Shahid Ahmad for one of the most interesting and frank talks that took place at Revival 2018.

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2018-06-23

Episode 187: Revival 2018 Rare Panel (none)

Episode unavailable.

2018-06-01

Episode 186: Games Of THEC64 Mini (audio/mpeg)

Matt Wilsher, Mads Kristensen & Steve Erickson play and rate their favourite games that are currently included on THEC64 Mini, plus the guys discuss the latest retro gaming related news.

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Andrew Gilmour
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Tom Potter
Chris McGilvray
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2018-05-25

Episode 185: Revival 2018 Wrap-Up (none)

Episode unavailable.

2018-05-11

Episode 184: Jonathan Beales and Retro Gaming the Movie (none)

Episode unavailable.

2018-04-26

Episode 183: Rezzed through a retro lens (none)

Episode unavailable.

2018-04-06

Episode 182: Worms (audio/mpeg)

Matt, Steve and Mads come together to discuss the gaming club game of March 2018: Worms for the Amiga by Team 17.

Once again, massive thanks to our Patreon supporters:

Richard Pipes Piper
Richard May
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Andrew Marsh
Tom Potter
Chris Mcgilvray
Patrick Fürst
Stephen Stuttard
Magnus Esbjörner
Darren Coles
Jonathan Quilter
Blake Brett
Lee Spencer
M John Sullivan
Stelios
Steve Duke
Retro Man Cave

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2018-03-29

Episode 181: Paul Rose and Digitiser The Show (none)

Chris and Paul catch up with Paul Rose to talk gaming TV, Digitiser The Show and Biffo’s return to Revival 2018.

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2018-03-23

Episode 180: Controllers (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain & Chris O'Regan are back with all of the latest retro gaming related news, answering your #askRA questions and discussing joysticks, control pads and all manor of input devices.

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2018-03-09

Episode 179: Juan J. Martinez On 8Bit Development (audio/mpeg)

Steve Erickson & Mads Kristensen talk to Juan J. Martinez about his most recent games and how it is to develop modern games for the ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC and the Commodore 64.

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2018-02-18

Episode 178: Christian Simpson (none)

Episode 178 sees Paul and Chris take a trip to the Dark Side with Star Wars actor Christian Simpson. No we don’t mean the C64, but Christian is famous for standing in for Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker and also Episode I’s Gavyn Sykes among many other roles across the Star Wars film and game universe.

We chat with Christian about his film work and how he now doubles down on his love of micros and his growing presence in the community through his burgeoning retro maintenance videos.

You can follow Christian’s work in a recording-breaking number of places:

www.patreon.com/perifractic

www.youtube.com/perifractic

www.twitter.com/chrisimpsonline

www.facebook.com/chrisimpsonline

https://plus.google.com/+chrisimpsonline

KYBER KYBER!!

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2018-02-04

Episode 177 - Lucky Dip (none)

We catch up with Dean Swain, Paul Davies & Chris O'Regan as they answer another round of #askRA questions plus Dean & Paul play four Commodore 64 games picked at random in the debut of our new "Lucky Dip" feature.

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2018-01-22

Episode 176 - Making New Games On Ageing Hardware (audio/mpeg)

Chris O'Regan talk's to Greg Caldwell of Retrotainment on creating new games such as the Haunted Halloween series for the Nintendo Entertainment System and other platforms plus they discuss future projects from Retrotainment.

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2017-12-19

Episode 175: 2017 Christmas Special (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-11-26

Episode 174 - The Beautiful Game (audio/mpeg)

Matt Wlsher, Steve Erickson & Mads Kristensen play nine beautiful looking Commodore Amiga games but do the games play as good as they look?

A massive thanks as ever to our Patreon supporters:

Richard Pipes Piper
Nick Lees
Edward Fitzpatrick
Chris Worthington
Alistair Downs
Retromash
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Andrew Gilmour
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Duncan Bell
Garry Heather
Stephen Stuttard
Mike Coolican
Magnus Esbjörner
Darren Coles
Blake Brett
Laurens de Bruijin
Lee Spencer
M John Sullivan
Stelios
Steve Duke

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2017-10-25

Episode 173 - Thalamus Rebirth (audio/mpeg)

Matt Wilsher talks to Andy Roberts on how he got into magazie & game publishing, the rebirth of Thalamus, Hunters Moon Remastered and a whole lot more!

Hunter's Moon Remastered Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thalamusdigital/hunters-moon-remastered

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2017-10-21

Episode 172 - Power Up at the Science Museum (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-10-12

Episode 171 - Podcast Mashup (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-09-28

Episode 170 - Emulation (audio/mpeg)

Steve Erickson & Matt Wilsher delve into the tricky topic of emulation and discuss what emulators they use and recommend plus a whole lot more!

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2017-08-27

Episode 169 - Alone In The Dark (audio/mpeg)

Mads Kristensen & Chris O'Regan rewind back to the early 1990's to fire up their 486's, talk a load of DOS and play Infogrames Alone In The Dark.

Once again a huge thanks and a name check as ever to our Patreon supporters:

Richard Pipes
Nick Lees
Edward Fitzpatrick
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2017-08-12

Episode 168 - PC Engine (audio/mpeg)

Retro Asylum finally succumbs to listener pressure as Mads Kristensen & Steve Erickson delve into the NEC PC Engine console range and play some of the systems top games.

Show Links

To book tickets for "The Arcade Experience" event that is taking place in Cambridge on 2nd Of September 2017 please visit: http://www.computinghistory.org.uk/det/43848/The-Arcade-Experience-Saturday-2nd-September/

If you are interested in the "Games For Atari: 1977 to 1995" Kickstarter project, please visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/993169463/games-for-atari-1977-to-1995

Once again a huge thanks and a name check as ever to our Patreon supporters:

Richard Pipes
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Nick Lees
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2017-07-24

Episode 167 - Colecovision (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-07-04

Episode 166 - Discworld (audio/mpeg)

Mads Kristensen and Chris O'Regan take a retrospective look at the Discworld games from the mid 1990's and discuss point & click adventures in general.

Show links:

Hipolito Pichardo Twitch Channel: https://m.twitch.tv/hipolitopichardo?desktop-redirect=true

Huge thanks and a name check as ever to our Patreon supporters:

Richard Pipes
Nick Lees
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2017-06-20

Episode 165 - The Atari ST (audio/mpeg)

After a short break following our Revival 2017 specials, Dean Swain & Chris O'Regan return to take a fascinating look back at Atari's much maligned range of 16 bit computers.

The guys also discuss all of the latest news of the retro gaming scene including the reveal of Nintendo's lost arcade game "Sky Skipper" and much much more!

Show Links:

For more information on the SkySkipper project, please visit: https://www.skyskipperproject.com/

For the latest news on the Atari Box, checkout https://www.ataribox.com/

For more information on the Retron 77 console, please visit: https://www.hyperkin.com/

For more information on the SNES30 control pad, please visit: http://www.8bitdo.com/

To order a Spectrum Next, please visit: http://www.specnext.com/

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Nick Lees
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2017-06-02

Episode 264 - Revival 2017: Paul Rose (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-30

Episode 163 - Revival 2017: Rare Panel (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-28

Episode 162 - Revival 2017: Jim Bagley And The ZX Spectrum Next (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-26

Episode 161 - Revival 2017: Gremlin Panel (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-24

Episode 160 - Revival 2017: Dave Perry (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-22

Episode 159 - Revival 2017 Shakedown! (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-05-18

Episode 158 - Activision On The Commodore 64 (audio/mpeg)

Mads Kristensen & Steve Erickson take a look at some of the early games by Activision on the Commodore 64 and where possible, compare them to their Atari 2600 counterparts.

Games discussed in this episode:

Park Patrol
H.E.R.O
Ghostbusters
Pitfall
Pitfall II
Little Computer People

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Edward Fitzpatrick
Chris Worthington
Alistair Downs
Nick Lees
Retromash
Garry Heather

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2017-05-04

Episode 157 - Virtually Retro (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-04-15

From The Vault - Top 10 Amiga Driving Games (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-04-01

Episode 156 - 8 Bit Wars III (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-03-13

Episode 155 - Budget Games Bonanza (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-02-17

Episode 154: Amiga Live Play - Bubble Bobble (audio/mpeg)

Steve Erickson & Mads Kristensen play the Amiga version Taito's classic 2 play romp and discuss the games various sequels and spin offs!

To view Steve & Mads playing the game visit https://youtu.be/RGOhvV1zmRQ

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2017-02-12

From The Vaults #1 - Sam & Paul's Top 5 Footy Games (none)

Episode unavailable.

2017-01-24

Episode 153 - Super Cars 2 Live Play (audio/mpeg)

Mads and Steve battle head to head in a live play of Magnetic Fields classic top down racer Super Cars 2 on the Amiga plus they discuss the latest
retro news!

The video that accompanies this podcast can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYBOGlWvfYE

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2017-01-16

Episode 152 - Simon Butler (audio/mpeg)

Steve Erickson is joined by the legendary pixel pusher Simon Butler in a no holds barred chat about making a living as a graphic artist in the gaming industry.

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2016-12-24

Retro Asylum Christmas Bonus - Gaming Nostalgia Documentary (audio/mpeg)

Why do we love our old games and what physiological effects do they have on us. With the industry taking advantage for our demand for nostalgia is it giving fresh life for classic titles of the past of harming the originality in contemporary gaming.

Documentary on retro games featuring Author Jamie Madigan and Retro Asylum host Dean Swain.

Produced by Sean Allsop

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2016-12-23

Episode 151 - 2016 Christmas Special - We Have Questions (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-12-16

Episode 150 - Silicon & Synapse (audio/mpeg)

As part 2 of our 150th episode celebrations, the guys look at some of the early games produced by the legendary game development house Blizzard, or Silicon & Synapse as they were once known.

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2016-11-13

Episode 150 - Mads Music Quiz (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-10-07

Episode 149 - Brutal Games (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-09-17

Episode 148 - Time To Play (audio/mpeg)

A few weeks ago we asked our listeners what games they would like us to review on the show. A list was made and we pulled 4 of those titles out of a hat.

So Matt Wilsher, Mads Kristensen & Dean Swain play and review P.C Fuzz for the Commodore 64, Turtles 2 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Apidya for the Commodore Amiga and finally Road Rash 2 on the Sega Megadrive/Genesis.

Will Dean get over his phobia of wasps whilst playing Apidya? Can Matt get his head around frame rate of Road Rash 2 and will Mads confess to recording podcasts whilst naked?

All is revealed in episode 148 of Retro Asylum!

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2016-08-25

Episode 147 - 8 Bit Rebirth (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Dean Swain, Mads Kristensen & Steve Erickson discuss the current trend of modernising popular 8 bit systems of yesteryear in which Steve goes off on one, Dean is level headed annoyed over colour clash backlash and Mads is the voice of reason. Plus there's a round up of the RA retro gaming club high score tables.

Links:

Paul Driscoll's book THE VIDEO GAME YEARS : PRESS START - The Birth of Video Game: Before the year 1977

Alexis Crowley's YouTube page: Nintendo Arcade

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2016-08-03

Episode 146 - Revival Solstice 146 (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-07-28

Episode 145 - Paul Rose aka Mr Biffo (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-07-05

Episode 144 - Gremlin Graphics (audio/mpeg)

In this episode of the UK's award winning retro gaming podcast, Matt Wilsher & Mad's Kristensen are joined by Mark Hardisty (author of A Gremlin In The Works) to dig deep into Gremlin Graphic's past to tell the story of how Ian Stewart and Kevin Norburn formed a premier software house from recruiting customers of their retail store Just Micro.

Links:

A Gremlin In The Works book

Revival Solstice 30th & 31st July 2016

Beta Gamma Computing

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2016-06-23

Retro Asylum Bytesize - NES Visual Compendium (audio/mpeg)

In this episode of Bytesize Matt and Steve talk to long-time friend of the show and ex-host Sam Dyer of Bitmap books about his latest Kickstarter for the NES Compendium Book. The guys also discuss Swainy's high score challenge on the arcade version of Renegade and the latest retro gaming news.

Links:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2146199819/nintendo-entertainment-system-famicom-a-visual-com

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2016-06-20

Retro Asylum Special - New Media Europe Awards 2016 (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-06-09

Bytesize 8 - Katie da Silva (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-06-01

Bonus Episode - UK Podcasters Nominations 2016/Revival Solstice update (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-05-28

Episode 143 - Walter Day (none)

Episode unavailable.

2016-05-22

Bytesize - Episode 7 (audio/mpeg)

In this episode we celebrate the 25th birthday/anniversary of the first Lemmings game by taking a look at the first five games in the series. Games covered are Lemmings, Oh-No! More Lemmings, Lemmings 2 The Tribes, All New World of Lemmings, and 3D Lemmings.

To vote for Retro Asylum in the UK Podcasters Awards 2016, please visit https://m.facebook.com/questions.php?question_id=474661226072773 and click the Retro Asylum tick box. Thanks for your support!

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2016-05-11

Episode 142 - The ZX Spectrum Next (none)

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2016-04-29

Bytesize - Episode 6 (audio/mpeg)

In the 6th episode of Retro Asylum Bytesize, Matt Lambourne & Mads Kristensen team up to talk about their favorite failed systems. Namely the 3DO & Amiga CD32!

Games discussed include Canon Fodder, Space Hulk, Angels, Return Fire, Bubble & Squeak, Twisted: The Game Show & Banshee.

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2016-04-18

Episode 141 - News Wipe (none)

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2016-04-01

Episode 140 - Guilty Gaming Pleasures (audio/mpeg)

Come join Metz and Drisk, as they air their gaming skeletons and go through some of those terrible games they all quite like. Games covered are: 1. Last Battle (MDrive) 2. Night Breed : The interactive Movie (Amiga) 3. Colin The Cleaner (Spectrum) 4. Krazy Ivan (PS1 / Sat) 5. KikStart 2 (Spectrum) 6. Pacman (2600) 7. Cruisin' USA (N64) 8. Last Action Hero (Amiga)

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2016-03-19

Episode 139 - Desktop Design (audio/mpeg)

Matt Wilsher and Steve Erickson take a look at the music, art and design software of the past, and how it inspired today's creative applications.

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2016-03-04

Episode 138 - Mega Shooters (audio/mpeg)

Paul Driscoll and new presenter Mads Darø Kristensen take a look at some of the greatest shooters on the Mega Drive. Hopefully people will discover some hidden gem shooters to sit down and play and enjoy. Games covered include: MUSHA Gaiares Thunderforce 3 Trouble Shooter (Battle Mania) Gley Lancer Empire of Steel (Or Steel Empire) Battle Mania 2

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2016-02-19

Episode 137 - Zelda 30th Anniversary (audio/mpeg)

Can you believe that the Legend of Zelda is 30 years old?! Paul Driscoll (AKA The Drisk) and Matt Lambourne (AKA Metz) can't and are feeling very old. Still, we put on our best Peter Pan outfits and celebrate, by taking a look at the early Zelda gaming gems – or should that be rupees?!

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2016-02-05

Episode 136 - Street Fighter II (audio/mpeg)

In this episode of Retro Asylum Matt Lambourne (aka Metz) and special guest Matt Aguilera run through the pre-history and legacy of The Street Fighter II series, covering the games that preceded it, all the home conversions and the games that wanted to cash in on its success. We also have a special guest contribution from forum member 'RetroRic' who gives us an expert insight into the very much thriving SF II arcade competitive scene. Smash your Shoryuken into the play button and prepare for battle!’

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2016-01-23

Episode 135 - Forgotten Platform Mascots (audio/mpeg)

Dean Swain (AKA Swainy), Steve Erickson (AKA Press Play On Tape) and Paul Driscoll (AKA The Drisk) takes a look at some of the forgotten gaming heroes of yesteryear. We have tried to concentrate on the more computer based platformer from days gone by. So come and join in as Retro Asylum reminisces about some of our favourite platform heroes, including Pitfall Harry, Monty Mole, Rick Dangerous, Bonk, James Pond, Chuck Rock and Zool. Also in this episode we announce the winner of our ZX Spectrum Visual Compendium competition, so if you entered, make sure you listen to see if you're the lucky winner. Also come join the Retro Asylum Club, and get a totally free digital quarterly magazine. To join just email us at club@retroasylum.com and enjoy the fun.

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2016-01-15

Indie Asylum 1 - Shahid Ahmad (none)

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2016-01-08

Episode 134 - Arcade Obscura (audio/mpeg)

Welcome to episode 134, where Paul Driscoll AKA The Drisk and Matt Lamborne AKA Metz look through some hidden arcade, obscure gems for our listeners to track down and play. So come and have a listen, and let us know your views on our suggested game titles.

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2016-01-04

Bytesize - Episode 5 (audio/mpeg)

In the fifth Bytesize episode of Retro Asylum, Steve chats to old friends of the show Sam Dyer and Matt Wilsher. Discussing everything from Matt’s leaving the show to Sam’s books to singing some praise for the ZX Spectrum, they even manage to throw in a little announcement and a chance to win a ZX Spectrum Visual Compendium.

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2015-12-23

Movie Asylum - Star Wars The Force Awakens Spoiler Cast (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-12-18

Episode 133 - A very Retro Christmas (none)

Episode not available.

2015-12-04

Episode 132 - 8-bit wars part 2 (none)

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2015-11-30

Bytesize - Episode 4 (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-11-20

Episode 131 - Vehicular Combat Action (audio/mpeg)

Matt and Paul are fuel injected suicide machines, rocking and rolling, and out of controlling, in this awesome hi-octane, explosive episode as we take us through some vehicular explosive combat action. Including: Wipeout, Road rash, Road blasters, Twisted Metal, Carmageddon and more.

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2015-11-06

Episode 130 - Bitmap Brothers Special (audio/mpeg)

The Bitmap Brothers were UK gaming’s first Rockstars. They appeared in our computer magazines looking more suited to the cover of NME rather than the bedroom coders we’d become accustomed to. Their video games had a look and style all of their own that when combined with their cutting edge dance music collaborations and savvy marketing created not only a loyal following among gamers but also influenced future generations of game makers. In this episode we focus on their 16-bit era and the games which dominated not only our gaming memories but also the charts and award ceremonies of the time. We couldn’t let such legendary game makers go by without marking the occasion as best we could. So, the Drisk has been at it again created another huge 222 page companion book which goes into even deeper detail about the games, stories and images around the Bitmap Brothers’ canon. You can download the book for free from castaway.media/retroasylum

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2015-10-29

Bytesize - Episode 3 (audio/mpeg)

This episode of Bytesize has a real pick and mix flavour about it. In summary just think of a mash-up of Dizzy driving a Ferrari down the freeway being chased by zombie dogs full to the brim with t-Virus. In more detail this means we have Paul Davies talking on the Oliver Twins’ Kickstarter book launch, the Drisk gets into his favourite game of all time Out Run and James Kent talks spooky goings on in his gaming past. Sound good? Of course it does. So sit down and get comfy as we blast this pod squarely in your face.

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2015-10-23

Episode 129 - Halloween "Spooktacular" Special (audio/mpeg)

In Celebration of Halloween the retro hosts Paul Driscoll, Steve Erickson and Matt Lamborne set to work through some spooky themed games... Don't forget to join us on the Retro Asylum forums under Retro Asylum Podcasts & Feedback to see detailed show notes with gameplay links to all the games discussed - http://retroasylum.com/phpbb/index.php Thanks to all of you who kindly sponsored Retro Asylum this month. Hope you all enjoy and Happy Halloween!

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2015-10-19

Retro Asylum Bytesize - Episode 2 (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-10-08

Episode 128 - Star Wars episode 3 (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-10-02

Episode 127 - Star Wars Episode 2 (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-09-29

Bytesize - Episode 1 (audio/mpeg)

In the first of a new series, Dean Swain talks to event host & event organizer Craig Turner about Revival 2015 which is taking place this November in the Midlands. Dean & Craig also discuss arcade collecting and the current state of the arcade industry.

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2015-09-24

Episode 126 - Star Wars Special part 1 (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-09-12

Episode 125 - PC First Person Shooters (audio/mpeg)

We’re knee deep in the dead with our in-depth review of PC First Person shooters and how they shaped the future video gaming landscape.

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2015-08-28

Episode 124 - It's an Oddworld (part 2) (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-08-21

Episode 123 - It's an Oddworld (Lorne Lanning part 1) (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-08-07

Episode 122 - The Amstrad CPC (none)

Steve Erickson jumps into the hot seat for this episode of Retro Asylum, the team are also joined by Chris O’Regan of “The Sausage Factory” fame as they look at the Amstrad CPC range of computers and a few CPC games along the way too.

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2015-08-05

Special Retro Asylum Announcement (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-07-24

Episode 121 - The Kevin Toms Interview (none)

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Episode 121 is our special interview with the Godfather of football management games, Kevin Toms. We talk with Kevin about his first steps in game making, his games and the new IOS game Kevin Toms Football. Also in this episode Dean and Paul chat about what’s been happening, answer your questions in ‘Ask RA’ and run through the avalanche of retro crowd funding projects that are out there right now. Kevin Toms blog: http://blog.kevintoms.com/ Kevin Toms Football App Store link: https://appsto.re/gb/H9fN6.i Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate. http://funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from the Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. July site Sponsors- Nicholas Lees, Garron Tungate, John McManus, Michael Keith, Retrotowers.co.uk, Retromash.com. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at http://www.retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review to help us spread the word to all the Retromaniacs out there.

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2015-07-17

Episode 120 - The ZX Spectrum Vega Launch (none)

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Episode 120 is our special coverage of the official launch of the ZX Spectrum Vega console. SMS Electronics gave us exclusive behind the scenes access to the console’s manufacturing process and we spoke to the key people responsible for bringing this project to life. We speak with Chris Smith, Chief Technical Officer and David Levy, Chairman of Retro Computers. So, if you had any questions about the Vega here’s where you’ll find the answer. The home of the Sinclair Vega- http://zxvega.co.uk/ Twitter- @sinclairzxvega SMS Electronics- http://www.smselectronics.co.uk/ Twitter- @SMSElectronics Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate. http://funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from the Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. July site Sponsors- Nicholas Lees, Garron Tungate, John McManus, Michael Keith, Retrotowers.co.uk, Retromash.com. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at http://www.retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review to help us spread the word to all the Retromaniacs out there.

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2015-07-10

Episode 119 - The Sharp X68000 (none)

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Dean and Paul deliver a news and info update as well as bringing focus to an often-overlooked system, the Sharp X68000. The Retro Asylum has been listed in the Video Games category of the prestigious 2015 UK Podcaster Awards! We want to really encourage every member of our awesome community to help us be in with a chance of winning the award by voting for us on the dedicated page: http://ukpodcasters.com/directory/podcast/uk-retro-gaming-podcast-games-culture-curators/ Nine Worlds on 7-9 August 2015. It’s about gaming, film, cosplay, fandom, literature, science, geek culture, meeting people and having a really big party: https://nineworlds.co.uk/ Sharp X68000, XM6 Pro68k emulator: http://mijet.eludevisibility.org/XM6%20Pro-68k/XM6%20Pro-68k.html Sinclair Vega: http://www.retro-computers.co.uk/ Jump on our forums for stacks of retro chat: http://retroasylum.com/phpbb/index.php Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel to see the team playing and review the best retro games out there! http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. July site Sponsors- Dino Dini, Mads Kristensen, Nicholas Lees, Darron Tungate, John McManus, Michael Keith, Retrotowers.co.uk, Retromash.com. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.

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2015-07-05

Nominate us for the UK Podcaster Awards! (none)

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The Retro Asylum has been listed in the Video Games category of the prestigious 2015 UK Podcaster Awards! We’re extremely proud of our show and making the finalist list and receiving credit for our hard work and love for retro gaming culture would mean a great deal to us. We want to really encourage every member of our awesome community to help us be in with a chance of winning the award by voting for us on the dedicated page below: http://ukpodcasters.com/directory/podcast/uk-retro-gaming-podcast-games-culture-curators/ The nomination process only takes a few moments and you can do so by using your email, facebook or Google accounts. The voting for finalists runs until the end of July so please get voting now for the RA Team! More information is available via the UK Podcaster Awards page and our website: http://ukpodcasters.com/uk-podcasters-awards/ http://retroasylum.com/retro-asylum-nominated-for-the-uks-podcasters-awards/

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2015-06-26

Episode 118 - NES-Tastic! (audio/mpeg)

The Drisk and special guest Alex Mort of Retro Game Squad get to grips with Nintendo’ legendary ol’ grey toaster, the NES. Retro Game Squad: http://www.retrogamesquad.com/ Game Over by David Sheff: https://archive.org/details/Game_Over_1999_Cyberactive_Publishing It’s Behind You by Bob Pape: http://bizzley.com/ Jump on our forums for stacks of retro chat: http://retroasylum.com/phpbb/index.php Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel to see the team playing and review the best retro games out there! http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. June site Sponsors- Dino Dini, Mads Kristensen, Nicholas Lees, Darron Tungate, John McManus, Michael Keith, Retrotowers.co.uk, Retromash.com. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-06-12

Episode 117 - Novelty Sports Special (none)

Episode unavailable

2015-05-28

Episode 116 - The Sega Master System (audio/mpeg)

The Drisk, Ally and Steve Press Play on Tape© chat about all things Master System in a Sega 8-bit special! Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. May Site Sponsors Sigma Data Solutions, Darran Tungate, Adam Tree, RetroMash, Michael Keith and bitmapbooks.co.uk. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us a '5 gold stars!' iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-05-15

Episode 115 - Wrestling Rumble! (audio/mpeg)

Retro Asylum jumps into the ring as Matt & Darren go on a mission to seek out the best wrestling games out there! Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. May Site Sponsors Sigma Data Solutions Darron Tungate Adam Tree RetroMash Michael Keith Bitmapbooks.co.uk If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-05-08

Episode 114 - Play Blackpool 2015 (none)

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Episode 114 see's the Retro Asylum team meet up at Play Blackpool where the guys interview the Oliver Twins and discuss a lot more than the Dizzy series. Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Margate keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. May Site Sponsors Sigma Data Solutions Darren Tungate Adam Tree RetroMash Michael Keith If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.

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2015-05-01

Episode 113 - From Silver Screen To Video Game (audio/mpeg)

Retro Asylum goes to the movies with TheDrisk in charge of tickets and Matt Lambourne armed with the popcorn as the guys look back at a bunch of movie licensed video games! Show Notes Way to legally watch the documentary: Atari Game Over - https://vimeo.com/ondemand/atarigameover Instructions to get Blade Runner working: http://www.play-old-pc-games.com/2014/03/05/blade-runner/ Indepth movie licensed game thread: http://retroasylum.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=2765&p=18103&hilit=movies#p17956 Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. May Site Sponsors Sigma Data Solutions Darren Tungate Adam Tree RetroMash Michael Keith If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-04-17

Episode 112- The N64 Special (audio/mpeg)

Episode 112 of the Retro Asylum sees Swainy, Paul and the Drisk get to grips with Nintendo’s classic N64 console. They talk about its history, games and the impact it made as part of the advent of 3D gaming. Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net . For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. Thanks to this month’s community sponsors- Sam Dyer, Shaun Higgins, Garron Tungate, Retro Towers, Retromash and Alan Flanagan. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is welcome and please take to the to leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t done so already.
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2015-04-02

Episode 111 - Desert Island Games (none)

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2015-03-19

Episode 110 - The Amiga Bonanza (audio/mpeg)

The UK's number 1 retro gaming podcast returns with a special "Commodore Amiga" focused episode! Hosts Steve, Matt & Sam take a look back at their favorite 16 bit computer and the games that made the system so special as it reaches it's 30th birthday. Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. March Site Sponsors Dino Dini, TheRetroHunter, Mikey J Hay of Retromash, Michael Keith, Mads Christensen, Martin Gibbons, Sean Higgins & Darren McKenna. If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-03-05

Episode 109- TV Tie-ins (none)

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2015-02-21

Episode 108 - The Computers That Refuse To Die! (audio/mpeg)

Welcome back to the Retro Asylum, episode 108 see's the return of Swainy who updates us with the latest news on the retro gaming scene and answers listeners questions in "Ask Retro Asylum" whilst the Drisk takes us through some of his favourite old skool pc games that are available on gog.com We also hear from Ally and his latest purchasing antics. Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Castlevania: Spectral Interlude can be downloaded at http://spectralinterlude.com/ Scramble 2015 can be downloaded at http://csdb.dk/release/?id=136200 Dragons Lair on the ZX81 can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6-_48Aqso0 Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. February Site Sponsors Dino Dini Mikey J Hay of Retromash Michael Keith Mads Christensen Martin Gibbons Sean Higgins If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-02-08

Episode 107 - The Sega Saturn (audio/mpeg)

Welcome to Retro Asylum episode 107 where we look at the Sega Saturn console and great games to buy, particularly for new comers. Show Notes: Retro Event this bank holiday on May in Blackpool >> http://www.playblackpool.com Funstock.co.uk seller of the JXD and MrSids books. >>http://www.funstock.co.uk/ Retro Towers, seller of the Everdrives >>http://www.retrotowers.co.uk World 1-1 video gamed documentary >> http://www.worldoneonemovie.com/#/ Our Retro Asylum You Tube channel >> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag/feed
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2015-01-23

Episode 106 - Top 10 Comic Book Games (audio/mpeg)

In this latest episode Paul Monaghan and Phil Hockaday from the team don their capes and spandex to discuss what they feel are the best games based on comic books. As well as this Paul has a chat with Adam from Retro Collect who is hosting the second Video Games Market in Leeds on 7th Feb, more details can be found here http://events.retrocollect.com/ Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. January Site Sponsors Dino Dini TheRetroHunter Mikey J Hay of Retromash Michael Keith The Drisk Paul Monaghan Phil Hockaday If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2015-01-09

Episode 105 - Retro Down Under (audio/mpeg)

This week Steve & Sam chat to Ozzie retro gamer and host of the Australian based Retro Domination podcast, "Daz". Meanwhile Swainy speaks to the masses in the all new segment "Ask Retro Asylum". Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. http://www.funstock.co.uk Loads of excellent gift ideas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code ‘asylum’ at checkout. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code ‘retroasylum’ at checkout. January Site Sponsors Dino Dini TheRetroHunter Mikey J Hay of Retromash Michael Keith The Drisk Paul Monaghan Phil Hockaday If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating. Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2014-12-26

Episode 104 - 2014 Christmas Special (none)

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2014-12-12

Ep 103 - Happy 20th Birthday Playstation One/The return of the ZX Spectrum (none)

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2014-11-28

Ep 102 - 8 Bit Wars Special (none)

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This week Dean Swain, Paul Davies, Steve Erickson and our special guest Chris O’Regan, host of Spong.com’s ‘Sausage Factory’ take sides and prepare for battle in our 8 Bit Wars Special. Paul tries to maintain order and decide which comes out top out of the Spectrum, C64 and Amstrad. Will there be 8 bit tears before bedtime?! Be sure to check out the Official Retro Asylum YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors Play Expo- http://www.playexpo.net/ Retro Towers http://www.retrotowers.co.uk/ The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. Remember to use the code ‘retroasylum’ for an exclusive 5% discount against any order. Funstock http://www.funstock.co.uk/ Home of the JXD7800, Dingo A330, NeoGeoX and stacks of retro gaming merchandise and usb controllers. Remember to use the code ‘asylum’ for an exclusive 5% discount against any order. November Site Sponsors Dino Dini Mark Rung TheRetroHunter Anthony Tillet Matthew Clarke If you’d like to sponsor the show please visit our website at retroasylum.com and click the donate button at the bottom of our homepage. Everything pledged goes straight back into maintaining the site, so if you enjoy the show please consider donating.

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2014-11-13

Episode 101 - Play Expo Manchester 2014 (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Paul Monaghan and Phil Hockaday sit down and discuss their weekend at Play Expo 2014 in Manchester that took place last month as well as general retro chat. Also we have a round table discussion that was recorded live from Play on the Saturday which features a well known voice... Check out our Official Retro Asylum YouTube channel for more retro discussion https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag November Sponsors: Play Expo - http://www.playexpo.net/ For all the latest news on Play Blackpool in May 2015 keep an eye on their site. Funstock - http://www.funstock.co.uk/ Loads of excellent gift ideas for Christmas here, from Neo Geo X, JXD Android Gaming Tablet and much more! Get 5% off your order using the discount code 'asylum' at checkout Retro Towers - http://www.retrotowers.co.uk/ The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. For 5% off your order use the discount code 'retroasylum' at checkout. Dino Dini - legendary game producer of the Kick Off and Goal series. Follow Dino on Twitter @dndn1011 Retromash Mark Rung TheRetroHunter Anthony Tillet Matthew Clarke
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2014-10-31

Retro Asylum Episode 100 - Your Gaming Past Re-Lived (none)

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2014-10-16

Ep 99- From Bedrooms to Billions (none)

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2014-10-02

Ep 98 - The History of Mastertronic (audio/mpeg)

Welcome to episode 98 of the UK’s No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast. In this episode, Sam (mrsid), Steve (press play on tape) and Paul (the drisk) chat through the history of budget game kings, Mastertronic. In this third in the series or our company history podcasts, we chat about key games, milestones in the companies history and have some amazing listener contributions. If that wasn’t enough, we have even produced a History of Mastertronic PDF for you to download which includes loads more detail. Huge thanks to Paul for putting this together. Enjoy! View it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzvd4KYph8BNblFWelJrOXlDZkk/edit?usp=sharing Big thanks to all our wonderful sponsors and to Phil Hockaday for the EXCELLENT cover artwork! Dino Dino Play Expo Retro Tower Funstock Mark Rung Michael J Hay The Retro Hunter Stelios The Drisk Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven’t already.
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2014-09-25

Ep 97.5 - Pickford Brothers Interview (audio/mpeg)

Paul Driscoll AKA TheDrisk managed to interview legendary game developers John and Ste Pickford about their illustrious gaming history, going through such classics as Feud, Zub, Plok! to name but a few. I hope you enjoy the podcast and find it as interesting as I found it when doing it. Check Out John and Ste Plok! cartoon they are now doing, as a regular patreon of the cartoon and donating towards it, I can say it is a great cartoon and one people who love video games will really enjoy. To see the cartoons please go here... http://www.patreon.com/plok Main Site Sponsors http://www.playexpo.net is returning to Manchester’s EventCity for its third successive year. Taking place 11th and 12th October 2014. http://www.funstock.co.uk Home of the Dingo A330, NeoGeoX and stacks of retro gaming merchandise and usb controllers. Remember to use the code ‘asylum’ for an exclusive 5% discount against any order. http://www.retrotowers.co.uk The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. September Site Sponsors Dino Dini- legendary game producer of the Kick Off and Goal series. Follow Dino on Twitter @dndn1011 Stelios Michal J Hay TheRetroHunter Keep it retro...
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2014-09-18

Episode 97 - Arcade Memories (audio/mpeg)

In this episode Paul Monaghan takes a walk down memory lane to discuss his arcade memories. Starting out in the 80's up to today, a lot of classic machines are discussed. Members of the team also discuss what they loved about the arcades. As well as this is an interview with Paul Bratt from Paul's Custom Cabs who makes an excellent range of custom made bartop arcade machines to order. Check out https://www.facebook.com/pauls.customcabs?fref=ts https://www.facebook.com/ABeadsCStart - for a great charity raffle run by a friend of our show. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCC9rIvCKoW3mdbuCsB7Ag Main Site Sponsors Play Expo- http://www.playexpo.net/ Play Expo is returning to Manchester’s EventCity for its third successive year. Taking place 11th and 12th October 2014. Funstock http://www.funstock.co.uk/ Home of the Dingo A330, NeoGeoX and stacks of retro gaming merchandise and usb controllers. Remember to use the code ‘asylum’ for an exclusive 5% discount against any order. Retro Towers http://www.retrotowers.co.uk/ The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. September Site Sponsors Dino Dini- legendary game producer of the Kick Off and Goal series. Follow Dino on Twitter @dndn1011 Stelios Michael J Hay TheRetroHunter Finally thank you to Trish Bertram for our new LWT intro, her website is http://www.trishbertram.com/
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2014-09-05

Ep 96: Rise & Fall of SNK (audio/mpeg)

In Episode 96 of the UK's Number 1 Retro Gaming Podcast, we welcome a new Co-Host Phil Hockaday aka @Last1up Phil joins Ally for a retro banter and pick up's before they move onto the show's main topic which is all about SNK and specifically the enigma of a console the Neo Geo AES. There is also a bonus interview by Paul M with the mega talented beads artist A Beads C Start. Make sure you listen to it at the end of the Podcast as A Beads C Start is running a charity competition where you could win a one of a kind piece of bead art. Thanks for listening!
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2014-08-21

Ep 95 - Revival round up (audio/mpeg)

Welcome to episode 95 of the UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast show. This week we have a jam packed episode for you. MrSid talks about the C64 scene, Steve buys a sexy spectrum, Paul M talks cover disks and finally, we have the podcast that we recorded live from Revival earlier this month. Once again, a huge thanks to Chris and the Revival team for an awesome weekend. Any feedback, let us know on the Retro Asylum forums at www.retroasylum.com Useful show links http://www.lemon64.com http://www.c64endings.freeolamail.com http://www.c64.com http://www.hvsc.c64.org http://www.gamesthatwerent.com http://commodoreformat.wordpress.com http://www.zzap64.co.uk http://csdb.dk Also, don't forget to download issue 4 of RESET magazine: http://reset.cbm8bit.com Main Site Sponsors Revival Retro Events: http://www.revivalretroevents.com Play Expo: http://www.playexpo.net/ Play Expo is returning to Manchester’s EventCity for its third successive year. Taking place 11th and 12th October 2014. Funstock: http://www.funstock.co.uk/ Home of the Dingo A330, NeoGeoX and stacks of retro gaming merchandise and usb controllers. Remember to use the code ‘asylum’ for an exclusive discount against any order. Retro Towers: http://www.retrotowers.co.uk/ The only place to pick up the fantastic Everdrive and retro console cables and peripherals. August Site Sponsors Dino Dini- legendary game producer of the Kick Off and Goal series. Follow Dino on Twitter @dndn1011 Michael Keith Mads Kristensen Blake Brett TheRetroHunter
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2014-08-12

Episode 94.5- The Retro Asylum Meets John Romero (none)

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2014-08-07

Episode 94 - Video Game Nasties (none)

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2014-07-25

Episode 93 - The glossy magazine edition (audio/mpeg)

Today we try a slightly new magazine style format with the podcast. Foggy talks about his love for the Mattell Intellivision , the console that lost out to the atari 2600 in the 1st console wars. Matt Denaris has a ramble about F1 and asks YOU to get involved ! Mrsid tells us about his Commodore 64 pickups , announces the donkey kong compition winner and reviews the game Hunter's Moon on the c64. Also music from thing on a spring on the c64 and the intellivision song from intellivision lives on the ps2 All that plus Foggy and Swainy have problems trying to pic up a copy of manic miner! links mentioned on the show - The intellivisionaries podcast - http://intellivisionaries.com/ Intellivision lives - http://www.intellivisionlives.com/ As always many thanks to our sponsors - Dino Dini, Play Expo, Retro Towers, Mikey J Hay, John Stratford, The Drisk, TheRetroHunter, Rich King Retro and www.funstock.co.uk
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2014-07-10

Episode 92 - The History of Psygnosis (audio/mpeg)

Welcome to episode 92 of the UK’s No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast. In this episode, Sam (mrsid), Steve (press play on tape) and Paul (the drisk) chat through the history of gaming powerhouse Psygnosis. This is the follow up to our History of Ocean podcast and similar to that, we chat about key games, milestones in the companies history and have some amazing listener contributions. If that wasn't enough, we have even produced a History of Psygnosis PDF for you to download which includes loads more detail. Huge thanks to Paul for putting this together. Enjoy! View it here: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bzvd4KYph8BNUkZla1huWjJqdmM/edit Also, don’t forget to enter our competition to win a copy of Donkey Kong on the C64. All you have to do is email sam@retroasylum.com the answer to this question and I will randomly select a name out of the hat at the end of the month. Question: In Donkey Kong what is the name of Mario’s girlfriend he is trying to save? Thanks to @aaronub4t for the kind donation of this game. Cheers Aaron! Big thanks to all our wonderful sponsors and to Phil Hockaday for the EPIC cover artwork! Dino Dino Play Expo Retro Tower Funstock Michael J Hay The Retro Hunter John Stratford The Drisk Any feedback is more than welcome and please leave us an iTunes review if you haven't already.
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