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A weekly roundup of the hottest stories from the world of retro gaming and computing, voted on by you, the listener! Hosted by Chris from 005 AGIMA, Jason from The Retro Adventurers and Dave. Edited by Duncan Styles.

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New, retro-themed game development and releases dominate the news this week. Chris called his contact at Commodore to get early access to the Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collecti... more

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Is it time for retro tech trading to go mainstream? We'll soon find out, if the reports of CeX's expansion into retro and import game sales are accurate. We also talk about the end of an era for a retro tech podcast, the return of cassettes, Casio's ... more

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Neil stops by to check out Commodore's latest product, the TAC-2. A legendary joystick that has been reborn. An ABCNews story takes a look at our hobby of choice and The Need For ... more

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Amiga CEO Mike Battilana is our guest this week, so we get right to the lead story: Amiga and Hyperion announced a settlement to long-standing disputes over AmigaOS. At the same t... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Battilana
Noted World War II enthusiast and Commodore pet user, CEO of Amiga Corporation
Amiga Corporation
Episode: Amiga CEO Explains Latest Deals - This Week In Retro 281
Alan Turvey
Gremlin Graphics Classics founder, interviewee
Gremlin Graphics Classics
Episode: Gremlin Graphics Is Back - This Week In Retro 280
Christopher Drum
Guest, Stone Tools blog writer
Stone Tools
Episode: In Browser Emulation - This Week In Retro 278
Dr. Scott Hollier
CEO, Center for Accessibility Australia
Center for Accessibility Australia
Episode: THEA1200 Questions Answered - This Week In Retro 277
John Romero
Game designer, featured in Pixel Addict interview
Romero Games / Pixel Addict Magazine
Episode: The End For Physical Games? - This Week In Retro 276
Brenda Romero
Game designer, featured in Pixel Addict interview
Romero Games / Pixel Addict Magazine
Episode: The End For Physical Games? - This Week In Retro 276
Tony Smales
From Melbourne House/Beam Software; introduced the episode's unreleased Arcade Wizard title
Melbourne House / Beam Software
Episode: Lost Commodore 64 Game Revealed! - This Week In Retro 273
Dr. Ed Young
Collaborator with Tony Smales on the Arcade Wizard story
Unspecified collaboration with Tony Smales
Episode: Lost Commodore 64 Game Revealed! - This Week In Retro 273
Jason Timmons
Co-founder, Chicago Classic Computing and Vintage Computer Festival Midwest
Chicago Classic Computing; Vintage Computer Festival Midwest
Episode: It's Checkmate For The Amiga - This Week In Retro 272

Hosts

Dave
Host with a long-running role across the show, contributing with anecdotes and analysis; frequently part of the core trio.
Chris
Host of the show and part of the core trio; often introduces topics and drives discussion.
Jason
Host with a mix of hosting duties and panel-style discussions; often anchors segments and introduces topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 270 ratings
  • TWIR is like a group of your best mates discussing your favourite subject over a few good beers in your favourite pubs beer garden. Just glorious. I look forward to each new episode.

    Bonus points to Duncan for his editing of the show.

    Podchaser
    5
    lee.podchaser
    a month ago
  • Still my go to retro podcast

    I have been listening to the show since lockdown and it’s still love the content, hosts and delivery. It’s the single podcast I always listen to every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    onebithead
    United Statesa month ago
  • Appointment Listening

    I started listening to this Podcast last year and I look forward to it every week. I’m not a C64, Spectrum, Amiga, or arcade gamer, but I find the coverage of those platforms really interesting and I learn something with every episode. I appreciate the broader retro topics that are covered, especially when I get a flavor of the differences between computing and gaming experiences in the U.S. versus the U.K. The hosts don’t just report retro news, but also choose a couple topics to research and d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrtaylor
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Retro Computer game podcast

    What a very special podcast this is, a great mix of console, computer, and technology stories, educational and funny, shame they don’t make it twice a week, it’s obvious the amount of time they must spend on their well researched stories😁 thank you for everything

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamseyBoy79
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • My Weekly Addiction

    The hosts, and their occasional guests, deliver such an fun, informative and thought-provoking show each week. They cover the retro and vintage scene, but always have an eye on current stories that connect. Since I’m from the US, I find it refreshing how much I’ve learned about how the early days of computing were in the UK and other countries. I love waking up on Saturday morning to listen to them, cup of coffee in my hand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chewbode
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many note the community feel and high-quality production as standout strengths.
Fans appreciate the balanced UK/US perspectives and thoughtful interviews with industry veterans.
Listeners praise the show for deep research and engaging hosts, calling it their weekly retro ritual.
A few critics mention guest consistency and pacing, but overall sentiment remains positive.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#59
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Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Technology
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#47
Chile/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#88
Finland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#167
New Zealand/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#187
Denmark/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Gremlin Graphics Is Back - This Week In Retro 280
Q: What sparked the renewed interest in Gremlin Graphics and its classic IP?
The discussion centers on changing rights, Theodore Turvey and Ian Stewart reviving the brand, the heritage label for classic titles, and plans to restore original artwork and source code while exploring new projects on old systems.
Sega's Mission To Resurrect Its Entire Library - This Week In Retro 275
Q: If you could take any real world location and put it into any game, what would you choose and why?
Listeners suggested ambitious, imaginative mappings like the London Underground or secret coastal routes, reflecting how real-world spaces could enrich fictional game worlds, while others proposed iconic US or European locales to challenge game designers to recreate them faithfully.
Pocket Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum - This Week In Retro 267
Q: Kevin, did you have anything on these handhelds and the 64C Ultimate versus the bread bin design?
Kevin notes the 64C Ultimate is an evolution of the original, using the same molds and a more modern presentation, but the core chipset and performance are comparable to earlier versions; the real discussion centers on design preferences, collectibility, and software compatibility rather than a dramatic performance leap.
Neo-Geo is Back & Locking Down The C64 Ultimate - This Week In Retro 265
Q: What makes the Neo Geo still compelling as a modern retro purchase?
The combination of arcade-accurate hardware in a home system, the strong library of classics, and the ongoing availability of related content (like re-releases and available ports) keeps it appealing, despite high prices.
Apple Computer At 50 - This Week In Retro 263
Q: What single Apple product changed lives the most according to the hosts?
The Macintosh is highlighted as a revolutionary platform that defined modern personal computing, with iTunes and the iPhone subsequently amplifying its impact on consumer technology.

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A weekly roundtable centered on retro computing and gaming, blending news, deep dives, and guest interviews with a warm, conversational tone. Episodes explore brand revivals, licensing hurdles, preservation, hardware retrofits, and community-driven projects, often highlighting behind-the-scenes stories from developers, publishers, and collectors. The show consistently pairs historical context with modern perspectives, featuring long-form discussions, sponsor segments, and audience Q&A, making it a go-to for aficionados who want both nostalgia and practical insights for preserving or reliving classic platforms.

A standout aspect is the mix of veteran hosts with a rotating slate of guests from gaming and tech history, which yields broad angl... more

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2. Alan Turvey
3. Christopher Drum
4. Dr. Scott Hollier
5. John Romero
6. Brenda Romero
7. Tony Smales
8. Dr. Ed Young

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