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Sprite Castle: A C64/Commodore Game Podcast

Rob "Flack" O'Hara
Commodore 64
The Games-Winter Edition
Golden Axe
Sega
Epyx
Congo Bongo
The Three Stooges
Super Sprint
Choplifter
Activision
1988 Winter Olympics
Calgary
Conan, Hall Of Volta
The Empire Strikes Back
Dungeons and Dragons
Broderbund
After Burner
GORF
Cinemaware
Video Games

Commodore 64 Game Reviews and C64 News.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes112Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
LeisureComedyVideo Games

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Latest Episodes

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If you like multidirectional shooters and loved Time Pilot, this is the game for you. Sme for the games, stay for the snacks and Commodore […]

Get your motor running… head out on the… rollercoaster? Get ready to floor the accelerator and hang on to the wheel as you race your […]

Toy Bizarre by Activision (1984) is a lost C64 gem that looks similar to the original Mario Bros. platform game but adds just enough depth, […]

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David Hearn Ryder
Published writer
Author of 'Prattlebots' and 'Escape from the Commodore 64'
Episode: Sprite Castle 093: The Games-Summer Edition

Host

Rob Flack O'Hara
Host focused on Sprite Castle; combines game analysis with nostalgia and community news.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Nostalgic

    Love hearing the history of these games and the snack reviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arcticroadrunner
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good Stuff!!

    Very entertaining and nice to listen to!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChickieTheCoconut
    Australia2 years ago
  • Thank you for Radar Rat Race!

    Greetings from Antwerp ° World Diamond City

    Valentine 2024!

    David

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidDiamond
    Belgium2 years ago
  • One of my favourite retro gaming podcasts - not 5 stars worthy, that's only for extraordinary perfect podcast, 4 is already most excellent score.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Jani Janegirl S.
    4 years ago
  • Brilliant podcast.

    One of the best retro podcasts out there.

    Ever since getting my C64 mini/maxi I’ve been looking for a retro podcast to listen to and I found it. Recommend listening from the UK.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikNikSmith
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Community-focused and informative with a friendly vibe that keeps nostalgia fresh.
The host delivers warm, nostalgic storytelling with concise, detailed game analysis.
High quality storytelling; great for C64 fans and retro gaming enthusiasts.
Excellent deep-dives into classic games; fans praise pacing and production quality.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#178
Italy/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#14
Netherlands/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#28
Sweden/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#93
Netherlands/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#95
Finland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#140
Denmark/Leisure/Video Games

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Sprite Castle 100: Victory Lap
Q: What C64 games do you keep coming back to just for fun?
Go look at the games that I reviewed on Sprite Castle, because those are the ones that keep coming back.
Sprite Castle 100: Victory Lap
Q: Do I need other platforms or is the Commodore 64 all I need?
If I had to pick one retro machine, it would definitely be the Commodore 64, but I like exploring other stuff a little bit.

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Sprite Castle focuses on in-depth lookbacks at Commodore 64 titles, retro hardware chatter, and personal storytelling from a host with a nostalgic affinity for classic games. Episodes routinely dissect gameplay mechanics, development and release contexts, and cross-platform comparisons, while weaving memories, trivia, and community news into thoughtful critiques. The show often blends episode-length game deep-dives with tangents about preservation, publishing, and retro-gaming culture, making it appealing to long-time C64 fans and retro-enthusiasts who enjoy detailed design analysis and memory-driven storytelling. A notable strength is the host's ability to balance technical critique with warm, humorous nostalgia, plus occasional guest appe... more

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