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Classic Gaming Today: A Retro Gaming Podcast

Classic Gaming Today
Nintendo
Mike Tyson's Punch-Out
Earthbound
Everquest
Dynamite Cop
Monkey Island 2: Lechuck's Revenge
Sega
Arcade Gaming
Castlevania
Raptor: Call Of the Shadows
Beat-Em-Up Genre
Night Trap
Dreamcast
Die Hard Arcade
Starship Titanic
Shigesato Itoi
Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Pajama Sam
Operation Wolf
Ron Gilbert

Every week, we look at the gaming experiences of the past, through the eyes of the present! We’ll discuss each game’s historical context, as well as provide a verdict as to whether a given game is worth your time to visit, or revisit, today.

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Recent Guests

Anne Marek
Lieutenant Commander who shared her thoughts on Star Trek and the 25th Anniversary game.
Episode: Episode 146 - Star Trek: 25th Anniversary
Jeremy Marek
Patron who shared his experiences with Star Wars Tie Fighter
Episode: Episode 132 - Star Wars: Tie Fighter
Luigi Salvatore
Golf course designer with insights into course management and design
Episode: Episode 125 - Sid Meier's Sim Golf
Sean Marshall
First video game player reminiscing about his childhood experience with Dark Castle.
Episode: Episode 123 - Dark Castle
Steve Novacelek
Patron sponsoring the episode
Episode: Episode 111 - The Goonies II
Dave Morton
Sponsor of the episode and a Patreon patron
Episode: Episode 103 - Biomotor Unitron
Rich Senewald
Patreon sponsor and childhood gamer
Episode: Episode 85 - Starship Titanic

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Tony
Host of Classic Gaming Today

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Great by Eli Wilkinson 😄

    Absolutely awesome But I wish it had more mega man specially star force, or more dragon quest games I love the formula for those games!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aarondelane
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the format but……

    I love the format but after listening to a few of the SNES square soft podcast hearing 15 minutes of the same backstory of square soft and there’s a bit much in particular for secret of evermore hearing about the backstory of the whole action RPG genre. I don’t really think was needed at this point it wasn’t the first action RPG wasn’t the second action RPG by that time it was probably a handful if not more action RPG’s of the same style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Certified Eric
    United States5 months ago
  • Great by Eli Wilkinson

    Absolutely awesome But I wish it had more mega man specially star force please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aarondelane
    United States7 months ago
  • Go in depth on specific games from 20, 30, even 40 years ago (or more!). Tony does his homework and comes up with fantastic information and trivia about the games, the people behind the games, the history of the games, the publisher of the games.Very highly recommended!

    Audible
    5
    Nicole LaChance
    United Statesa year ago
  • Do you love classic video games? You're in the right place!

    Go in depth on specific games from 20, 30, even 40 years ago (or more!). Tony does his homework and comes up with fantastic information and trivia about the games, the people behind the games, the history of the games, the publisher of the games.Very highly recommended!

    Audible
    5
    Nicole LaChance
    United Statesa year ago

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The engaging format captures both nostalgic experiences and modern critiques, making it enjoyable for various listeners.
Listeners appreciate the thorough historical context and insightful analysis provided in each episode.
The podcast is often praised for its high production value and well-researched content, providing an enriching listening experience.
Feedback reflects a balance of personal connections with nostalgia and enthusiastic engagement with both classic and contemporary games.

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Episode 128 - Pitfall!
Q: What makes the gameplay of Pitfall unique compared to other games of its time?
It offers a very basic control scheme, combined with an expansive game world and innovative obstacle design, making it replayable and endlessly engaging despite its simplicity.
Episode 128 - Pitfall!
Q: What was the primary goal of the game Pitfall?
The goal of Pitfall is to seek out as much treasure as possible while avoiding numerous obstacles and creatures.

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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of classic video games, examining their historical significance and gameplay experiences from a modern perspective. Each episode focuses on a particular title, combining personal anecdotes, listener feedback, and in-depth analysis of various aspects like narrative, mechanics, and cultural impact. The host shares insights on iconic games from systems like the NES and Atari to contemporary releases, enhancing listener appreciation for gaming history and its evolution. Unique features may include discussions on the development stories behind beloved classics and unearthing lesser-known gems, making the show appealing to both nostalgia seekers and newcomers to retro gaming.

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