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Retro Titans - the giants of retro and indie gaming in conversation

Phil Szomszor
Evercade
Duke Nukem
Mega Cat Studios
Retro Gaming
Capcom
Sensible Soccer
Tomb Raider
Lara Croft
Blaze Entertainment
Indie Heroes
Witch N' Wiz
Total Evercade Podcast
Mega Drive
Commodore 64
Video Game Collecting
Homebrew Games Summer Showcase
ALPHA Mini Arcade Cabinet
Collecting
Oliver Twins
Xeno Crisis

Retro Titans: the podcast dedicated to the epic world of retro and indie gaming. Interviews with the people who brought us the games, computers and consoles we love - and those who are bringing it all back.

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Andy Roberts
CEO of Thalamus Digital, former writer for Commodore Format
Thalamus Digital
Episode: The big Thalamus interview with Andy Roberts - Creatures, Roguecraft, Cecconoid, Zzap64!, Commodore Format & more
Kevin Toms
Creator of the iconic Football Manager game, reflecting on his career and the resurgence of football management games.
Kevin Toms Games
Episode: The birth of football management computer games, and their glorious return - with Football Manager developer, Kevin Toms
John Crazy Burger
Regular guest on the show, enthusiastic about retro and indie gaming.
Episode: Retro Titans Season 1 Finale - Evercade Questions and Answers Episode with Crazy Burger
Andy Caomhanach
A passionate Evercade fan and player
Episode: #26 Collecting, recommending and fixing Evercade cartridges, with Andy Caomhanach and Matt Upton
Matt Upton
An avid Evercade collector who regularly assists with spreadsheets for game tracking
Episode: #26 Collecting, recommending and fixing Evercade cartridges, with Andy Caomhanach and Matt Upton
Shane Powell
Beta tester and game developer known for his work on Evercade and indie games.
Episode: Testing Evercade games, Duke Nukem remasters and making a hidden game on Evercade, with Shane Powell
Peter Liepa
Co-creator and programmer of Boulder Dash
Episode: Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary - the story behind the game, with Peter Liepa
Rik Nicol
Co-developer of Goodboy Galaxy and former graphic designer at a mobile game studio
Independent Developer, Goodboy Galaxy
Episode: Making one of Evercade's best-loved games: Goodboy Galaxy, with Rik Nicol
Dean Kennedy
Former professional gamer and well-known voice in the retro gaming scene
Episode: Being the UK's youngest competitive gamer and why we need Tekken on Evercade, with Mean Machine Dean

Host

Phil
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Love this podcast!!

    Great job. I have listened to the entire back catalog. Very easy to enjoy!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rapping' ron
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Podcast for Evercade lovers!

    If your into Evercade and retro gaming this is the Podcast for you πŸ‘Ύ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mossy78
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Simple to the point

    Absolutely love the Evercade and this pod covers it perfectly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tommysagunio
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Really enjoying the Pod

    My favourite party is how you end the interview with a favourite piece of gaming music. πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thrilz12
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent and well thought out show

    A great show for both those that are new to Evercade or if you have been on board since the OG handheld. Some of these types of podcast, just follow the same script, interview YouTuber, interview developer, interview YouTuber and rinse and repeat but this show is different, as well as YouTubers and developers, there are journalists, academics and they all bring a different opinion while sharing an interest in retro gaming and what Evercade are bringing to the market. An excellent listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agent9999
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Many highlight the podcast's unique blend of nostalgia and current gaming discussions, often describing it as a must-listen for anyone interested in retro gaming.
Positive feedback emphasizes the variety of topics covered, with listeners enjoying deep dives into both classic titles and contemporary indie games, making it appealing to a broad audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging content and frequently commend the hosts' ability to connect with guests from diverse aspects of the gaming industry.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#155
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Apple Podcasts
#166
Russia/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#173
Poland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#238
Austria/Leisure/Video Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Evercade, Home Computers, Consoles And The Future Of Retro, with Retro Asylum's Chris Worthington and Jim Middleton
Q: What do you think the appeal of retro gaming is?
Jim and Chris explained that the appeal lies in nostalgia, the history of gaming, and the simplicity of older games that attract players today.
Resurrecting a retro gaming classic: Duke Nukem Remastered on Evercade, with Nikolai Wuttke-Hohendorf, aka Lethal Guitar
Q: Can you just talk us through a little bit more about how the remaster process happened for you?
Nikolai discusses starting with reverse-engineering old games' assembly code to recreate game logic in a modern engine, enhancing gameplay while staying true to the original.
Resurrecting a retro gaming classic: Duke Nukem Remastered on Evercade, with Nikolai Wuttke-Hohendorf, aka Lethal Guitar
Q: Can you tell us a bit about how you got into both of those things to begin with?
Nikolai explains that gaming began for him on the PC with MS-DOS, playing classic Apogee platformers, which sparked his interest in programming, particularly in C++.
Evercade Alpha mini arcade launch reaction (part 1), with Andi Hamilton
Q: What was your reaction to the announcement of a new chairman and passing the 1 million cart mark?
It's good numbers. I think there was a change in perception about Evercade when they charted, showing a legitimate interest.
Evercade Alpha mini arcade launch reaction (part 1), with Andi Hamilton
Q: Who do you think they are really aimed at?
They're aimed at the retro collector's market and existing Evercade customers, not necessarily for everyone.

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What is Retro Titans about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast centers around the vibrant realm of retro and indie gaming, engaging listeners with interviews and discussions featuring key figures from the gaming industry. Topics extensively cover iconic consoles, notable game developers, and the revival of beloved classic titles, appealing to a community with strong nostalgia for gaming history. The conversations span a variety of formats, including insights into the challenges of game development, the evolution of beloved franchises, and deep dives into retro gaming culture, making it both informative and entertaining for enthusiasts of all ages.

What sets this podcast apart is its dedication to exploring not only the nostalgic elements of gaming but also the contemporary developments in... more

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2. The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)
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Recent guests on Retro Titans include:

1. Andy Roberts
2. Kevin Toms
3. John Crazy Burger
4. Andy Caomhanach
5. Matt Upton
6. Shane Powell
7. Peter Liepa
8. Rik Nicol

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