Retro Asylum - The UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast
Retro AsylumThe UK's No.1 Retro Gaming Podcast. Curating gaming culture for future generations. 'World's Best Podcast' - NME Award 2016.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 309 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesHobbiesLeisure | |||
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Latest Episodes
Chris O'Regan and Jim Middleton discuss PAX West and the Recent Evercade Community Day where we got hands on with the new Nexus handheld before talking to industry legends Tony Warriner and Stoo Cambridge about their new game UrbX Warriors: 16Bit Edi... more
Chris and Mads return with a look at a huge budget point and click adventure game from way back in 1996 - Toonstruck with Christopher Lloyd as a playable character.
As always, thanks to all of our Patreon's who made this episode possible, we really... more
In this episode of the UK's longest running retro gaming podcast, the guys discuss the forthcoming hardware such as the newly announced C77 computer by Commodore, the Vectrex Mini, the KS3 ZX Spectrum Next, TheA1200 and a whole lot more with all the ... more
A multitude of hot retro gaming topics are covered in this exciting & dramtic episode that see's Dean attacked by a winged terror, Steve gives his views on the Commodore Call Back 8020 phone, Jim attends the Bristol gaming market, Mark buy's yet more... more
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I felt an undertone lately but bringing up your worries about a “woke” He-Man confirmed it. Can you just leave that stuff out and talk about games? Some of us actually care about pronouns and being kind. So disappointed. I just want to listen to a show about retro gaming.
Apple Podcasts1PositivityinPodcasting
United States2 months ago - A show that treats retro video games with respect
Retro Asylum is a podcast that really understands its audience as much as the topics they cover. Exquisitely edited and well thought out, each episode is a joy to listen to. The one thing that marks out Retro Asylum from other shows of similar ilk is its engagement with the community it has built up over the years. 1,000 people have signed up to their Discord server and they do their utmost to support them.
Apple Podcasts5Aeoringas
United Kingdom3 years ago - Podcast Comfort Food
A consistently solid podcast covering retro gaming from a predominantly British perspective, which I've long found highly entertaining and informative. The semi-recent addition of an American host has helped flesh out the well-structured discussions even further, from adding further variety to the Game Club episodes to contextualizing the differences between the vastly different gaming markets in the 80s. The crew also maintains a wonderful working relationship with a number of other podcasts, a... more
Apple Podcasts5Thomas the Tank MouseUnited States3 years ago - Absolutely Brilliant!!
I found this show about a year ago and have been hooked ever since. It is funny, informative and the guys have a great rapport which comes across in every episode. I have since joined the Discord group and love that as well. Keep it up guys. I have recently been very ill and your show has gotten me through a tough time so a real genuine thank you to all of you.
Apple Podcasts5Stel127United Kingdom4 years ago - Excellent podcast
Top quality podcast. An excellent collection of hosts with a lot of passion and knowledge of the subject matter. The detail that they go into when learning and discussing each game is staggering. Absolutely unmissable..
Apple Podcasts5Lezzer789United Kingdom4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #26 | United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #111 | United Kingdom/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #201 |  Australia/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #234 |  Germany/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #11 |  Norway/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #23 |  Netherlands/Leisure/Video Games |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Retro Asylum
What is Retro Asylum about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on retro gaming culture with a strong UK/EU perspective, blending interviews, roundtables, and game-club style discussions. Listeners can expect deep dives into classic consoles, licensing and hardware preservation, and hands-on hardware talks, often balanced with humor, banter, and a clear sense of community. Notable strengths include a steady stream of industry guests, a well-developed ecosystem around events and collectables, and ongoing coverage of hardware projects, preservation efforts, and cross-promotion within the retro gaming space. The format often features practical takeaways for enthusiasts and aspiring guests alike, from hands-on hardware tips to event logistics and collaboration opportunities, making it appea... more
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Which podcasts are similar to Retro Asylum?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Retro Asylum:
1. The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)
2. Retro Gaming Discussion Show
3. This Week in Retro
4. Ten Pence Arcade Podcast V2.0
5. The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast
How many episodes of Retro Asylum are there?
Retro Asylum launched 15 years ago and published 309 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Retro Asylum?
Recent guests on Retro Asylum include:
1. Jim Bowen
2. Steve Higgins
3. Kev Armstrong
4. Chris Smith
5. Darren Melbourne
6. Mike Diver
7. Nicola Caulfield
8. Anthony Caulfield
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