Best Retro Game Explorers Podcasts (2025)

In this Podcast Extra we bring on a special guest and former Hackfort director and local event organizer, Mike Taylor. Mike has been a friend of the website for many years and helped Hardware Asylum get featured during several Boise Hackfort events due in part to the passion that Dennis has for overclocking. Sit back as the two discuss tech events …

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Retro Wildlands #74 - Top 10 Spooky Video Games 1:37:51

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Darkness falls across the Wildlands, and the time has come to face the games that once haunted my dreams. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal Top 10 spooky favorites, the ones that made my palms sweat and my heart race long after I turned the console off. From eerie pixel adventures to heart-pounding survival horror, these are the titles that …

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Exploring the New YTX Motherboard Form Factor and why ATX is King 32:35

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Motherboard form factors have been driving the PC market since the beginning with the IBM PC and everything after that has been based on this original design. So, what happens when a new form factor is released? Does everything reset or are there some standards that everyone still follows.By Hardware Asylum

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Explore the OLD TOWER for the ZX Spectrum this week with the Our Sinclair gang! I hate bats!!! 29:45

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It's always a fun time to try a NEWER offering for the ZX Spectrum. Old Tower was released seven or so years ago, and with MANY ports around, the Spectrum was the lead platform. Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we zip around the tower and marvel at the sites. This game placed 3rd in a programming contest...find out how high we place it this week o…

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Retro Wildlands #73 - Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest 1:31:05

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Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest is often remembered as the “baby's first RPG", an entry designed to introduce Western players to the genre. But did Square’s big experiment actually work? In this episode, I share my thoughts on Mystic Quest, highlight what makes it stand out from the rest of the Final Fantasy series, and even play through some of the ad…

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Shopping for New Gaming Headphones Looking at the Oldest and Newest Keyboards 32:22

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As gamers and hardware enthusiasts we often create attachments to certain gear in our arsenal. In this episode the duo discusses the pain and problems associated with replacing beloved gaming components when they are no longer available.By Hardware Asylum

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Journey into L'Abbaye des Morts aka The Abbey of the Dead via the ZX Spectrum on Our Sinclair 125! 39:07

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A lone monk, pursued through the forest on a dark night, creeps swiftly into a mysterious Abbey on a desolate moor. His mission is nothing less the saving the world from THE DEVIL! Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron as we take a look at this fairly modern offering on the ZX SPECTRUM, L'Abbaye des Morts otherwise known as The Abbey of the Dead! It goes …

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Overclocking your Vegetable Garden with Hydroponics 32:43

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Hydroponic gardening has been around for quite some time and is really effective when done correctly. You can speed up the growing cycle and supercharge your plants to produce more when compared to traditional methods. As with overclocking a computer it just takes a little more effort to get the best results.…

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Retro Wildlands #72- The Punisher (NES) 1:27:41

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Frank Castle is one of Marvel’s darkest and most controversial characters—but is he a misunderstood anti-hero or just a symbol of unchecked violence? And does his character translate to fun video game experiences? In this episode, I dust off The Punisher’s 1991 NES outing to see if Frank Castle’s one-man war on crime translated into 8-bit fun—or fr…

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Shovel Adventure: The Next Quest for the Spectrum NEXT! Will you dig it?! Find out on Our Sinclair! 47:42

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Grab your shovel and sharpen your blade, cuz you gotta dig like your life depends on it...cuz it does! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we fire up the ZX Spectrum NEXT for some jewel grabbing action! We hope you'll dig Our Sinclair 124! 🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosg…

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Virtual Unboxing of a Vintage Tandy 1000 TX 31:17

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There is a trend in the retro pc community to highlight popular platforms and technologies. For instance things like DOScember would celebrate all things DOS while SEPTandy would focus on Tandy computers. These trends typically start as a marketing campaign to promote content and videos, the good ones stick around while others may get lost to time.…

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Checking out the Latest Battlefield 6 Multiplayer and Amazon Affiliate Shopping 30:29

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In addition to computer hardware the hosts of the Hardware Asylum Podcast are also rather passionate gamers and with the exciting launch of Battlefield 6 the duo couldn’t help but talk about some of the new features and graphical updates. Later in the show Dennis dives into a new feature on the website targeted at giving something back to our loyal…

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S9 EP8: Single Screen Games/The Mailbag 2:41:35

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LSG 019: Ralph Miranda talks opening doors in Gyromite with Nintendo’s infamous R.O.B. robot, jump kicking punks with SEGA sneakers in Streets of Rage, and whipping vampires while wearing a leather loincloth ... 1:56:38

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Welcome to Episode 19 of Load Save Game, a podcast where I talk to people about their personal journey with video games. I am your host Jose Eusebio. My guest today is my wonderful friend Ralph Miranda. Ralph is an illustrator, a production artist, and storyboarder. Ralph has worked on marketing campaigns for big brands, movies, tv shows, and sever…

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It's GREEN BERET on Our Sinclair this week! Is this a Spectrum classic?! Rush 'N and have a listen! 48:22

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Get your army boots and sharpen your blade, cuz you gotta EARN that Green Beret! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we fire up the ZX Spectrum for some hot stabbing action! Rush N' and join us on Our Sinclair 123! Check Out HAPPY CODING and Midnight Brew Games!https://ko-fi.com/midnightbrew/shop🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmail Facebook: Am…

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Bonus Episode - Ask THE BRENT - July 2025 Edition 31:38

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Welcome to the long awaited, BONUS SPECIAL - It's Ask THE BRENT JULY 2025! Enjoy THE BRENT's answers to discord's BURNING questions, including THE BRENT's views on games, life, and MORE! It's all here in live and living color as we ASK THE BRENT, again!!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogaming#oursinclair …

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Three PC Parts You Should Always Buy Used and Some You Should Not 35:23

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People are always looking for ways to save money and while the practice of buying used computer parts to save money has largely fallen out of favor it can sometimes be the deciding factor between building mid-range system over a high-end one. In this episode the duo discuss the option of buying used computer parts and what to consider before spendi…

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Retro Wildlands #71 - The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (Re-Explored, Part 2) 1:19:04

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Growing up, all of us at one point wanted to be the hero. The one who saves the day and banishes evil. And while the title of hero is something we sometimes strive for, it's the journey that really gives us that lasting impression. In this episode of the show, we're continuing our journey to become the Hero of Hyrule. Using game music and sound, we…

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Troubleshooting a Non-Functional Computer 32:35

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There is nothing worse than sitting down at your desk only to find that your PC has stopped working. What you do next will not only define you as a true computer hardware enthusiast but can help get you answers quickly if you have to “phone a friend”. In this episode Dennis talks about the troubleshooting process he went through to figure out what …

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Nosferatu the Vampyre - Don't think he won't BITE YOU! It's ZX Spectrum fun on Our Sinclair! 49:22

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Summertime is here in the USA, and what better time for HOT VAMP ACTION! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we fire up the ZX Spectrum for some vampire action! This game may have bite...but does it suck?!?! FIND OUT! It's Our Sinclair 122!🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosg…

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MSI Godlike the Trendsetting Motherboard Series 22:57

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There are few motherboards that hold the mantle of trendsetter as most simply improve on what was done before or what could be easily copied from competitors or stolen though industrial espionage. However, there is one motherboard to rise above them all, the MSI X99 Godlike. This board set the trend for onboard RGB lights and yet the series lives o…

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Retro Wildlands #70 - The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (Re-Explored Part 1) 1:37:05

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A game like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past doesn't really need an introduction. It's widely considered one of retro-gaming's elite, and contains an adventure that still resonates with us today. In it, we all get a chance to answer the call to adventure and become the hero we've always dreamed to be. Join us by the campfire as we journey in…

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Interview with Tony Warriner & Stoo Cambridge! We'll talk their NEW game UrbX Warriors & MORE! 1:05:15

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Hold on to your hats, folks! We have BONAFIDED gaming royalty in the house today! Join Amigo Aaron as he talks with two masters of their retrogaming craft, Tony Warriner and Stoo Cambridge! I'm sure you recognize the names! Tony was the man behind the legendary Amiga classics "Beneath a Steel Sky" and "Lure Of the Temptress" as well as the "Broken …

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It's BEAR BOVVER on Our Sinclair...the old story of one bears struggle to power his electric truck! 45:22

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Our Sinclair this week features Bear Bovver, A game made to promote a the British bear driven electric truck industry?!?! Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron has we explore this burger time-ike offering! It's Our Sinclair !🏆 Please check out our Patreon to support Our Sinclair and our other wacky endeavors!https://www.patreon.com/TheRetroRotation🔗 Get s…

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Computex 2025 Coverage Part 2: The Modern Retro is Real 31:18

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In this episode we continue our coverage of Computex 2025 and discuss more vendors and their contributions to AI and furthering the modern PC usage and development. There were a few vendors experimenting with bringing back some nostalgia by reviving old product lines or creating something truly retro.…

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Computex 2025 Coverage Part 1: Kavalan Fueled Revisit to Computex 2010 31:59

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In this episode the duo takes a whiskey fueled look back to Computex 2010 which was the same year Kavalan distilled the spirit consumed during this recording. There is also some talk about current computer hardware but, who wants to listen to that?By Hardware Asylum

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S9 EP7: The Mailbag/Thoughts about Doom: The Dark Ages 1:50:56

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Retro Wildlands #69 - Wolfenstein 3D 1:22:47

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They say you have to walk before you run. Whenever I hear that phrase, I sometimes think about the video games that pioneered genres and unique ideas. And the game we're covering today always comes to mind. Considered the granddaddy of first-person shooters, Wolfenstein 3D is the game where you, as an angry square-jawed spy, escape captivity while …

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Is THIS the Spectrum's GREATEST Driving Game ever?! It's Travel Through Time Vol.1 on Our Sinclair! 41:32

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During Our Sinclair's run we've played a lot of racing and driving games. Some were good, some not so good, and a very few were quite good. Could this weeks game be the KING of all driving games? Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we discuss what we like in a driving or racing game, and what we don't, and what makes that select few rise to the top. …

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S9 EP6: Favorite Video Game Soundtracks/The Mailbag 2:58:44

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S9 EP5: Emulate This Court/The Mailbag 2:08:07

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Chasm - The Best Metroidvania You Haven't Played | An Excursion 21:21

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Whether it's metroidvanias, action adventure games or just good games in general that you love, Chasm is an indie gem I discovered in the gaming wildlands that I think you need to see. It may not be perfect, but I'll bet it'll scratch an itch you didn't know you had. Let's check it out together in my deep dive review! Intro - 0:00 Game Summary - 1:…

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Using Private Open Source AI Models on Hardware Asylum 32:46

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In this episode the duo talks about using open-source AI models on the new Ninjalane server and discuss some of the ways you can easily customize them for different uses from building out tailored documents to planning your D&D campaign. While hosting your own private AI sounds complicated the overall process is actually rather straightforward, pro…

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Benny Hill's Madcap Chase - Fire up your Yakkity Sax for Our Sinclair 119! 33:53

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This week on Our Sinclair, join THE BRENT, and me, Amigo Aaron, as I get nostalgic as heck for an all time favorite of mine, THE MAN HIMSELF, BENNY HILL! I grew up with Benny and his FORTY YEAR RUN of the Benny Hill Shows, so when I found out he had a ZX game, I was OVERJOYED! We'll look back at some of my Benny Hill memories, and then it's game ti…

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Amazing Video Cards Being Bought of the Back of Trucks 40:36

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For media people attending tradeshows is often a necessary part of the business. It not only allows you to see some of the latest tech but also talk with industry professionals about new things due to be released. It also has a side benefit that, sometimes, you can buy expensive hardware at bargain prices if, you are comfortable with a little cloak…

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Retro Wildlands #68 - Jackal 1:14:41

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The best thing about discovering new-to-me retro video games is coming across a game I wish I knew about growing up. While some games on the original Nintendo can be iconic, revolutionary and tough as nails, sometimes the best hidden gems are the ones that are simple, clean fun. They execute a simple premise well and they don't beat you senseless w…

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Explosive Growth of Game Content Might be too much for Modern Gamers 31:09

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It is no surprise to know that games have gotten bigger over the years. What might have fit on a single disk now can take days to download and will likely get updated in less than a week. Technology has paved the way to do more with our digital entertainment and some experts are saying that we have already gone past the tipping point between what g…

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Mr. Wimpy on the ZX Spectrum - Fast Food Fun on a BUN! Is it REALLY that BAD?!?!? Our Sinclair 118 51:57

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Our Sinclair 118 features Mr. Wimpy, a game made to promote a British burger joint! Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron has we explore this burgertime-like offering! It's Our Sinclair 118!🏆 Please check out our Patreon to support Our Sinclair and our other wacky endeavors!https://www.patreon.com/TheRetroRotation🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmail…