Best Thefatwizard Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 55 - The Lion King (Genesis) 1:22:06

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The final episode of The Saturday Morning Gaming Show is here - so let's party in the jungle with Simba! In this episode... We follow Simba's journey from cub to lion in this surprisingly short game Lobos observes that the game seems to miss most of the main story beats of the movie We thank the fans for the incredible journey that led us here! Wat…

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Episode 54 - Earthbound (SNES) 2:14:27

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It's finally time! The much awaited (and hyped) episode is here! Grab your favorite cap and baseball bat and hang with the crew on this special 2 hour episode! In this episode... We find all 8 sound locations for NES We save The Runaway Five multiple times, but still can't get enough of them Pokey gets poked! The next game we're covering is announc…

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Episode 53 - Sam & Max Hit the Road (PC) 1:17:13

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Let's go, little buddy! We're exploring the entire United States, hunting for Bigfoots... Bigfeets? - that have gone missing. In this episode... Alamaxia finds a new game that really tickles his fancy! The crew walk through all the puzzles along with some common pain points in solving them The next game we're covering is announced: Earthbound (SNES…

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Episode 52 - Ultima Underworld (PC) 1:16:15

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Continuing the Ultima lineage, Ultima Underworld takes cryptic hints, compelling dungeons, powerful spells and rolls them all over into a new genre. In this episode... All 8 talismans are talked about, along with the somewhat lengthy description on how to obtain them Find out why Thefatwizard hates and loves this game! We befriend ghouls, ogres, hu…

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Episode 51 - Faxanadu (NES) 1:09:35

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The war between Elves and Dwarves rages on, and it's up to 1 wanderer to mediate the conflict, by killing The Evil One! In this episode... The mysterious origins of the name 'Faxanadu' are revealed! We walk through the crit path of the story Weapons, items, armor, shields, and magic are all covered We announce the next game we're covering: Ultima U…

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Episode 50 - Metroid Prime (GameCube) 1:11:31

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Samus transitions to 3d in this 1st person shooter / 3rd person bomber! In this episode... We rapid fire discuss all critical path items, weapons, and equipment Artifacts are largely ignored due to time constraints Props are given to the surprisingly engaging lore scattered throughout the world Another NES classic is chosen to be covered for Februa…

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Episode 49 - Link's Awakening (GameBoy) 1:18:47

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Happy Holidays everyone! We continue our annual tradition of covering a Zelda game every December. And this year, we're snuggling up with one of the classics on the GameBoy. In this episode... Lobos recounts the entire trading quest! We ponder the question... just what is a Wind Fish? A few notable differences between the GameBoy, GameBoy Color, an…

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Retro Oddities Episode 7 - Beyond Oasis (Genesis) 45:12

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Somewhere out there, beyond the oasis, past the 7-Eleven and right before you get to the McDonalds is a unique Zelda-like adventure game in which Prince Ali summons forth the power of 4 unique elements. Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@Saturdaymorninggamingshow Listen: https://o…

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Episode 48 - Fallout (PC) 1:14:00

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Podcasts. Podcasts never change. In this episode... We brave the wastelands on the search for the water chip Along the way, we take down an evil mutant leader and his mutant factory The last game of 2022 is announced, Link's Awakening (GB) Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@Saturd…

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Retro Oddities Episode 6 - Koudelka (PS1) 50:04

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We're going drinking in this haunted monastery! And don't worry, the mysteries of what Koudelka is will be unveiled in the first couple of minutes. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discor…

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Episode 47 - Eternal Darkness (GameCube) 1:22:03

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Episode 46 - Perfect Dark (N64) 1:16:35

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When the president's life is in danger, 2 unlikely individuals must work together to protect him and save Earth from the reptilian alien race known as the Skedars. Those two protectors? Joanna Dark, and the gun waving, American flag totin' grey alien named Elvis. In this episode... We talk about a bit of the history of Perfect Dark and how it came …

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Episode 45 - Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus (PS2) 1:20:03

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Lobos and Thefatwizard don their finest tuxedo and sneak through lasers, roulette tables, crocodiles, giant pandas, and some weird iron-bird-hawk thing. In this episode... Murray is nearly forgotten about as we skip over most of his contributions in the game Wait, why isn't this elephant wearing pants? And why isn't this racoon wearing pants? Am I …

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Retro Oddities Episode 5 - Eternal Ring (PS2) 40:24

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I can't understand what I can't understand. And there is a whole lot of not understanding going on in Eternal Ring! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/px6p3qj Em…

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Episode 44 - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (PS1) 1:14:13

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We love this game so much, we're willing to play it upside down! Heralded as one of the pioneers of the Metroidvania genre, this game is a masterpiece even today. In this episode... Alamaxia walks us through his excitement over playing this game for the first time Lobos recounts the story in which he decided the legendary weapon Crissaegrim wasn't …

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Episode 43 - Earthworm Jim (Genesis) 1:06:52

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Strap into this episode as Jim dons some newly found space armor to save Princess What's-Her-Name from the evil clutches of Queen Slug-for-a-Butt. In this episode... Jim jumps, shoots, and whips his way through 8 levels (plus a few smaller side-levels) We find the super secret, Shiny QA only cheat code that lets you explore any level you want! The …

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Episode 42 - Halo (Xbox) 1:14:43

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We can feel the evolution in the combat here - fighting on land and air, and space! In this episode... Why can't Master Chief jump down 20 feet!? Seriously!! We explore a bit of the lore of the game Thefatwizard somehow manages to remember 90% of the characters / ships / important items! The next game is announced - Earthworm Jim (Genesis) Web: www…

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Episode 41 - Star Fox 64 (N64) 1:17:05

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Slippy Toad keeps barrel rollin',rollin',rollin',rollin... In this episode... The Lylat System is once again saved by Star Fox and his band of merry anthropomorphs All 3 routes (ish) are covered, back to back The next game is announced - Tomb Raider (PC) - but it's a lie. The real game is Halo (Xbox) Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to…

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Episode 40 - Metal Gear (NES) 1:14:43

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Thefatwizard, Alamaxia, and Retro Oddities co-host, ShaneIsGames can't get enough of Kojima and his crazy games! In this episode... The entire cast feel alseep while on patrol We cover all bosses, most of the items, and wonder why the heck Metal Gear doesn't actually exist in the NES version A quick life hack for not being able to breathe underwate…

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Retro Oddities Episode 4 - Policenauts (PS1) 39:51

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Kojima unabashedly professes his love for space, detective work, and women in this noir-entrenched visual novel. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/px6p3qj Email…

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Episode 39 - Final Fantasy (NES) 1:23:46

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Episode 39 - Final Fantasy (NES) The SMG crew dips into this classic JRPG to save the world, travelling through space and time to destroy the four elemental fiends and Chaos itself. In this episode... A fighter, thief, white mage, and black mage walk into a bar... Alamaxia completes the game with 4 white mages! We cover all the major story bits / s…

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Episode 38 - The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind (PC) 1:15:18

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Happy 2022! There's a joke about Cliff Racers here, but frankly we're all so tired of them that it's not worth it. In this episode... Lobos flies across Morrowind as a mage Alamaxia, our resident lore expert explains a bit about the Nerevarine prophecy Thefatwizard jumps 1000 times to level up his acrobatics The next game is announced - Final Fanta…

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Game of the 2001 - Day 3 1:56:47

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In our annual, 'Game of the Year' deliberations, MissAnthrope, Alamaxia, Thefatwizard, and Retro Hakase close out 2001 with 'Best Multiplayer' and 'Top Ten Games of 2001'. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGa…

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Game of the 2001 - Day 2 2:07:08

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In our annual, 'Game of the Year' deliberations, MissAnthrope, LobosJr, ShaneIsGames, Thefatwizard, and Retro Hakase debate the 'Best Story' and 'Best Music' categories for 2001. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMo…

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Game of the 2001 - Day 1 3:03:29

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In our annual, 'Game of the Year' deliberations, MissAnthrope, Alamaxia, Thefatwizard, and Retro Hakase debate the 'Best Graphics' and 'Hey, I Like What You Did There' categories for 2001. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/…

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Episode 37 - Zelda II: The Adventure of Link (NES) 1:14:43

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The SMG crew is heading home for the holidays - Hyrule. In this episode... Lobos shares his thoughts on playing this game for the very first time!! Alamaxia can't help but nerd out on Zelda Lore Thefatwizard shares some interesting tidbits on 'Bagu' and 'Error' The next game is announced - The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Web: www.saturdaymorningga…

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Episode 36 - Mega Man X (SNES) 1:09:49

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Mega Man's first foray into the Super Nintendo is a strong one! In this episode... We talk about some of the speed running tactics utilized by LobosJr in his years of speed running this game The most non-optimal path of completing this game is discussed The next game is announced - Zelda II : The Adventure of Link Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow…

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Retro Oddities Episode 3 - Clive Barker's Undying (PC) 34:28

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There be a whole lot of dying in Clive Barker's Undying! Let's lop some heads and fulfill some prophecies! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/px6p3qj Email us at…

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Episode 35 - Silent Hill 2 (PS2) 1:22:18

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It's our annual Halloween episode, and this year we've picked a dozy of a game to play! In this episode... Many of the storylines and themes of Silent Hill 2 are discussed Puzzles are mostly skipped, focusing on the story beats that make Silent Hill 2 so memorable Laura is exposed as the brat everyone already knew she was. The next game is announce…

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Retro Oddities Episode 2 - Blazing Dragons (Saturn) 37:17

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What does Cheech Marin, King Arthur, and paraphernalia innuendo all have in common? Blazing Dragons! ShaneIsGames and Thefatwizard explore what this blazing heck this game is all about. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Sat…

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Episode 34 - Dark Forces (PC) 1:13:54

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The force is strong with the crew of SMG, as they guide Kyle Katarn though a once-canon Star Wars adventure In this episode... We talk about where this game overlaps both Episode 4, Rogue One, and The Mandalorian Kyle Katarn's fist power is measured in thermal detonator units We walk through all the boss fights - most of which take less time to com…

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Retro Oddities Episode 1 - Buck Bumble (N64) 37:39

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You've probably HEARD Buck Bumble, but have you SEEN it? And what the heck do you even do? ShaneIsGames and Thefatwizard team up to give you the BUZZ on this game. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow…

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Episode 33 - Metal Gear Solid (PS1) 1:09:23

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Nanomachines in the shape of Thefatwizard, Lobos, and Alamaxia go on an espionage mission to Shadow Mosses In this episode... Metal... Gear? MERYL SNAAAAAKKKKEEEEE KYLE KATARN! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorn…

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Retro Oddities - Episode 0 (Announcement) 13:27

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Thefatwizard and ShaneIsGames announce a brand new podcast / YouTube series based on crazy retro titles you might never have heard of! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/23fvPj6yEVe4iQMAeXz44x Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discord: https://di…

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Episode 32 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (NES) 1:04:53

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Lobos and Thefatwizard, and Alamaxia take on the evil Shredder and the Foot Clan in this classic title by Ultra. In this episode... We spend some quality time with Donatello, as he fights to save the world while the other 3 turtles look on We realize that the 'Dam' level really isn't that hard ...but flying jetpack guys are a nightmare to deal with…

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Episode 31 - GoldenEye 007 (N64) 1:14:46

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Lobos and Thefatwizard, and Alamaxia all fight over who gets to play as Oddjob in one of the best movie tie-ins ever released! In this episode... We walk the listener though all of the core levels, including the bonus level 'Aztec' Parts of the story are touched on Natalya's KGB training is exposed! The next game is announced: Teenage Mutant Ninja …

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Episode 30 - Myst III: Exile (PC) 1:06:13

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Lobos and Thefatwizard continue their quest to experience the Myst series, with Myst III: Exile In this episode... We break down a bit of the lore that leads up to and through the game Many of the puzzles are walked through We commend Brad Dourif multiple times for his amazing performance as Saavedro The next game is announced: GoldenEye (N64) Web:…

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Episode 29 - Serious Sam: The First Encounter (PC) 1:04:50

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The crew goes back in time to stop the evil 'Mental' from destroying all of humanity! We talk about a lot of running. And even more gunning. Not sure why, but we spend at least 30 seconds on the lore of the game. But honestly, it's all about shooting lots and lots of enemies. The next game is announced - Myst III: Exile Web: www.saturdaymorninggami…

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Episode 28 - Full Throttle (PC) 1:09:33

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Whenever I smell retro podcasts, I think of Thefatwizard, Lobos, and Alamaxia On this month's episode, we ride through one of adventure game's finest: Full Throttle Almost every puzzle and scene is described and solved, leaving all that pesky trial and error in the dust for the listener! We expose Alamaxia for not having played more Lucas Arts adve…

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Episode 27 - Dragon Warrior (NES) 1:07:23

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Does Alamaxia, Lobos, and Thefatwizard have what it takes to become Descendants of Erdrick? We explore each city, dungeon, and castle, leaving no stone unturned! We highlight some of the areas we got stuck and required help. All 3 hosts confess to dirty emulation 'speed up' tricks to grind out levels :( Our next episode is announced - Full Throttle…

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Episode 26 - Max Payne (PC) 1:11:03

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It's a cold day in Nior York, and Max Payne is out for revenge for the death of his wife and baby. Alamaxia, Lobos, and Thefatwizard open 2021 with a banger from 2001! We cover many of the important plot points throughout the game Lobos shares his combat strategies for MVP gaming Our next episode is announced - Dragon Warrior! Web: www.saturdaymorn…

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Game of the 2000 - Day 3 2:10:24

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Day 3 is where the rubber hits the road! The Saturday Morning Gaming Show takes one final look back at 2000 to discuss the best multiplayer games as well as the top 10 games of 2000! See you all in 2021! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saturdaymorninggamingshow Support us on Patreon https://www.patreo…

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Game of the 2000 - Day 2 2:01:21

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It's day 2 of our game of the 2000 deliberations, and we're talking best story and best music! Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saturdaymorninggamingshow Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SaturdayMorningGamingShow Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/px6p3qj Email us at SaturdayMorningGamin…

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Game of the 2000 - Day 1 1:46:57

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On day 1 of our annual game of the year deliberations, we discuss the best graphics in the year 2000. We also introduce a new category: 'Hey, I like what you did there!' celebrating unique ideas and innovations throughout the year. Web: www.saturdaymorninggamingshow.com Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saturdaymorninggamingshow Support us o…

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Episode 25 - The Legend of Zelda (NES) 1:09:06

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It's dangerous to go alone. Take this podcast! It's time for Alamaxia to show Lobos and Thefatwizard how this game works, as he explains some of the nuances of the mechanics we didn't pick up on We walk the listener through all the dungeons and majority of items A declaration is made - to play through a Zelda game every holiday season Our next epis…

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Episode 24 - Deus Ex (PC) 1:08:40

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The cyber-future is here with JC Denton! Lobos and Thefatwizard take on New York, Hong Kong, and Paris in this dystopian sci-fi FPS/RPG set in 2050. We try our darnest to explain all the twists and turns of the story We touch on some of the augs and weapons, though not as nearly as we would like Our next episode is announced - The Legend of Zelda! …

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Episode 23 - The 7th Guest (PC) 1:12:24

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In our annual Halloween episode - the crew come together to explore the creepy house that Stauf built! We cover the majority of the puzzles, including the infamous microscope puzzle The FMV story bits are assembled (as best we can) into a coherant story Our next episode is announced - Deus Ex! Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saturdaymornin…

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Episode 22 - Bomberman 64 (N64) 1:08:51

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In this episode, Lobos and Alamaxia take Thefatwizard down nostalgia lane, sharing their experiences and memories playing the game We cover all the levels, including the challenging Rainbow Palace Strategies for some of the gold cards are talked about Bosses and routes through levels are covered Our annual Halloween special is announced - featuring…

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Episode 21 - Might and Magic VI: The Mandate of Heaven (PC) 1:12:40

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In this episode - we delve into one of the greatest CRPGS ever made The plot of MM6 is walked through. Just what are these beings that came to our planet? Spells, strategies, and skills are walked through as we highlight some of the most memorable moments from our time on Enroth We announce the next game - Bomberman 64! Listen to the podcast: https…

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Episode 20 - Dungeon Keeper (PC) 1:02:58

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In this episode - we dare to challenge warriors of light by building our own nefarious dungeons! We talk about various building types, tips to optimize your dungeon, and how keep your minions happy! Lobos shares his secret to successful spell casting We announce the next game - Might and Magic VI: The Mandate of Heaven Listen to the podcast: https:…