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DF Retro Super Show

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Ape Escape
Playstation 2
Sega Genesis
Sega Mega Drive
Wave Race 64
Game Boy Advance
Evercade
Thief, the Dark Project
Sunset Riders
Ridge Racer 5
Tekken Tag Tournament
Analogue 3D
Nintendo 64
PS2
Xbox 360
Retro Gaming
Nintendo Wii
Gears Of War
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Phantasy Star IV

The DF Retro Super Show sees Digital Foundry's John Linneman teaming up with friends and colleagues Audi Sorlie, Coury Carlson and Marc 'Try4ce' Duddelson to discuss everything that's new and interesting in the retro gaming scene, from those all-important gaming anniversaries to fresh retro gaming hardware and accessories along with new games and ports running on vintage consoles.

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Latest Episodes

John, Audi, Coury and Marc talk about history and legacy of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots on the PlayStation 3 and then check out the new Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2.

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02:46 - MGS 4 Announced and hype!... more

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In a very special and extremely informative new episode of the DF Retro Super Show, John is joined by Daniel Grayshon and Josh Dowell from Nightdive to talk about about the history of Looking Glass Studios and the road to the remaster of Thief: The D... more

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John, Coury and Try talk about graphical effects that were revolutionary at the time but have been "lost" to the evolution of technology.

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02:33 - News 1 - Coury's experience with high refresh rates

12:42 - News 2 - Analogue 3... more

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The DF Retro Show Show is back with something a little different! John and Audi are joined by Zach Aikman from Chuhai Labs to talk about the upcoming rail shooter Wild Blue Skies, which is directed by original Star Fox alum Giles Goddard.

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Recent Guests

Daniel Grayshon
NightDive Studios team member, early contributor
NightDive Studios
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #021: The Big Thief: The Dark Project Remaster Show Ft. NightDive Studios!
Josh Dowell
NightDive Studios team member
NightDive Studios
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #021: The Big Thief: The Dark Project Remaster Show Ft. NightDive Studios!
Zach Aikman
Technical Director at Chuhai Labs
Chuhai Labs
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #019: Wild Blue Skies And Its Rail Shooter Lineage
BastichB 64K
YouTube channel founder focused on Commodore 64 content
64K channel
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #017: The Big Commodore 64 Special Ft. Chris Huelsbeck + BastichB 64k!
Chris Huelsbeck
Legendary game composer for C64 and other platforms
Rainbow Arts (historical) / Freelancer
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #017: The Big Commodore 64 Special Ft. Chris Huelsbeck + BastichB 64k!
Josh Koval
Guest from the Still Loading Podcast with Bond game expertise
Still Loading Podcast
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #015: James Bond 007 - The Classic EA PS2 Era Revisited
Audi Sorlie
DF crew member guest in this episode section
Digital Foundry
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #012 - Game Boy Advance 25th Anniversary - Every Launch Game Revisited!
Rob Benedict
Actor, hosted as part of cross-podcast promo
Supernatural cast
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #010: Amazing First Levels In Retro Games
Tim Rogers
A video game journalist and YouTuber known for in-depth commentary on gaming culture.
Episode: DF Retro Super Show #005: The Ape Escape Saga - Ft. Tim Rogers!

Hosts

John Linneman
Host with Digital Foundry background; long-running presence analyzing hardware, retro tech, and preservation.
Coury Carlson
Co-host and frequent contributor with deep experience in retro discussions and analysis.
Audi Sorlie
Co-host and DF crew member, provides technical and archival insights.
Marc Duddelson
Co-host and contributor with a penchant for retro hardware and port discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    New retro gaming podcast hosted by some really invested and interesting presenters. Keep it up guys it’s great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mart79!
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • My safe space

    Time flies listening to this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trugangs
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Good content let down by awkward commercial cuts

    It’s a good show. I like the content and the hosts. I get that commercials are a thing and I’m not complaining that they exist. Just that in this podcast they can start anywhere, including the middle of a sentence. One time you said “let’s check out this sonic game” and it cut to a sonic detective podcast commercial which was extra confusing. If you guys can tighten up the commercial transitions I would have no hesitations giving 5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    WhatAmISupposedToPutHere
    United States7 months ago
  • It’s good, but…

    …the content is great, and the hosts are knowledgeable, but episodes tend to go on for a little too long. Also, Triforce needs to calm TF down. My ears can only take so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CaptainDantastic
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Simply the best

    The best reviewers of modern games and tech and the best reviewers of retro games and tech. Enough said.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vallaurian45
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise deep historical context and technical depth in retro discussions.
Critiques center on occasional long episodes or pacing in sponsor transitions.
Fans appreciate the balanced mix of nostalgia and rigorous analysis.

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Apple Podcasts
#116
Netherlands/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#192
Poland/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#223
Ukraine/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#244
Finland/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

DF Retro Super Show #021: The Big Thief: The Dark Project Remaster Show Ft. NightDive Studios!
Q: Under the hood, how does Thief's AI work and why is it so engaging to play with compared to other stealth games?
The AI is built with multiple senses—visual and audio—plus a layered alert system with three primary states and gradual decay, letting guards respond realistically to noises and line-of-sight, while voicelines replace explicit UI cues; this creates a nuanced, predictable yet reactive experience that rewards patient stealth and experimentation.
DF Retro Super Show #019: Wild Blue Skies And Its Rail Shooter Lineage
Q: How does Wild Blue Skies approach audio and music in relation to gameplay?
The project settled on straight, level-wide music tracks after exploring more dynamic stem-based integration; the composer contributed grand, cinematic pieces that complement the levels without overwhelming the on-screen action.
DF Retro Super Show #019: Wild Blue Skies And Its Rail Shooter Lineage
Q: Why did you choose to keep the gameplay focused on flight rather than adding multiple vehicle types?
The team's priority was to ensure the flight controls and camera feel tight and polished; adding a ground vehicle would have required a lot of extra development and risk diluting the effect, so they pursued a strong, single-vehicle experience with refined controls.
DF Retro Super Show #019: Wild Blue Skies And Its Rail Shooter Lineage
Q: What was the guiding principle behind the camera and level design for a modern rail shooter like Wild Blue Skies?
We started with the core feel of the classic games—cinematic framing and readable encounters—and then dialed the draw distance down to prevent distractions and to keep enemy patterns surprising and immediate, which also echoes the old hardware limitations in a respectful homage.
DF Retro Super Show #018: The Rise of Evercade and the History of Physical Games
Q: So before we go through the history, what sparked Evercade's idea of building a new cartridge-based system in a modern era?
Sean explains that the drive was to create a tangible, affordable way to experience retro and indie games, leveraging cartridge hardware to solve issues like discovery, licensing, and cost while preserving the memory and social aspects of gaming.

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This show blends deep-dive retro analysis with hands-on discussion of hardware, ports, and preservation. Episodes span topics from classic consoles and pivotal arcade-to-home conversions to modern takes on retro genres, often featuring guest experts who illuminate technical decisions, design trade-offs, and historical context. A recurring strength is the way conversations combine personal memories with rigorous critique, offering listeners both nostalgic resonance and practical insight into how older games and systems are kept relevant today. Noteworthy is the format's emphasis on preservation, hardware history, and the ongoing rebirth of retro culture through curated hardware, ports, and new-age interpretations of beloved classics.

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Recent guests on DF Retro Super Show include:

1. Daniel Grayshon
2. Josh Dowell
3. Zach Aikman
4. BastichB 64K
5. Chris Huelsbeck
6. Josh Koval
7. Audi Sorlie
8. Rob Benedict

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