Best Jason From The Retro Adventurers Podcasts (2025)

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An old man's take on... Minecraft 1:23:15

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9h ago1:23:15

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What is Minecraft? Er, watch and listen as Dyl scrambles to answer this question whilst also covering the Jack Black 'A Minecraft Movie' as well as the Minecraft Experience. That's a whole lotta Minecraft. You can watch Dyl play Minecraft while listening to this podcast if you wish. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of convers…

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The Cutting Room, Part 2 59:15

15h ago59:15

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Episode 3: The Cutting Room, Part 2 The Scoop A midnight drop. An earthquake on Mulholland. A mystery package, studio trickery, and a surprise visit from Willie’s parents. With Lady Lazarus lurking and the Milano's closing in, Willie gambles everything on a daring plan to save Maury—what could possibly go wrong? The Players Terry Briscoe as Willie …

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Scott Miller (Apogee) - Interview 52:15

27d ago52:15

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Scott Miller is the gaming legend who founded Apogee Software and 3D Realms. He's best known in our circles for being a pioneer of the shareware model that helped change gaming forever. Scott also helped launch some amazing titles including Duke Nukem 3D, Max Payne, Commander Keen and Raptor. Scott shares some amazing stories on his hit titles, how…

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The Cutting Room, Part 1 50:20

1M ago50:20

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Episode 2 — “The Cutting Room, Part 1” The Straight Dope Willie Topaz and Maury Stillman plunge from pulp fantasy to real danger: A midnight summons to the Louis B. Mayer estate introduces the ice-cold power broker Lady Lazarus. Her message is simple—and terrifying: deliver a mysterious package and make room for a “family” favorite in the Brock Gat…

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Exposing your guilty gaming pleasures! 1:38:38

1M ago1:38:38

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Love a bit of Barbie's fashion parade? Sunk an unholy amount of hours into a game? Really enjoyed one of those universally hated titles? Well this pod is just for you! We look at a whole host of your guilty gaming pleasures. So strap in and enjoy, hopefully without too much cringe. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversa…

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Rough Cut 44:15

2M ago44:15

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🎬 Topaz & Stillman — Episode 1: “Rough Cut” From the twisted universe of the hit horror drama Leo Brawn: Demon Hunter comes a brand-new spin-off—an outrageous action-comedy where Willie Topaz and Maury Stillman finally get the spotlight in Topaz & Stillman: An 80s Adventure. The Lowdown Willie Topaz, Hollywood’s rising firecracker—late to rise, lad…

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Cassette 50 (and select cassette stories) 1:05:00

2M ago1:05:00

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Dust off your old HI-FI systems and Walkmans and take a deep dive into the amazing story of Cassette 50! This compilation game was advertised in every 8-bit computer magazine under the sun and promised 50 of the best games ever made for a bargain price! Was Cascade Games' offer too good to true? Well, you better tune in to find out… We also share s…

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Cliff Bleszinski (Unreal, Gears of War) - Interview 1:06:20

2M ago1:06:20

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WARNING: This interview includes swearing and themes that are not appropriate for children. DOUBLE WARNING: Don't let the kids hear this! Cliff Bleszinski (aka CliffyB) is the legendary game designer best known for his work on the Unreal and Gears of War franchises while at Epic Games. After leaving Epic in 2012, he co-founded Boss Key Productions …

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Re-rewind - Michael Latham (SEGA, Eternal Champions) - interview 2:30:35

3M ago2:30:35

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One more from the archives before we return in a fortnight with an absolute humdinger of an episode. Speaking of humdingers, this is one of our favourite ever chats from the AA vaults. SEGA legend and 6th member of Arcade Attack, the late and great Michael Latham. So if you've not heard it before (or you want to enjoy it again), the highlights incl…

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Re-rewind from 2018 - Al Nilsen (SEGA legend) interview 1:39:46

3M ago1:39:46

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Another fantastic interview from the archives to keep you going until our return in the autumn. For our 50th epsisode almost seven years ago, we welcomed SEGA legend and retro gaming god Al Nilsen to the show. One of the integral cogs in the SEGA machine of the early 90s, his work ensured that a certain blue hedgehog made the impact he did. Enjoy (…

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Shoestring TV presents Too Late with Gimmy Gibney 25:03

3M ago25:03

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🚨 Big News from Shoestring TV! 🚨 First — Patreon members, you’ve got an exclusive drop: an older Maury Stillman sits down on Too Late with Gimmy Gibney to promote his brand-new book, The Rise of Willie. It’s been 30 years since the death of his client and best friend, Willie Topaz, and Maury is finally ready to spill the outrageous stories, wild hu…

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Re-rewind - Martyn Brown interview (2022) - Team17 co-founder 54:07

4M ago54:07

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In late 2024 we sadly lost retro gaming legend Martyn Brown - the co-founder of Team17 who helped establish some of our favourite (mostly Amiga-based) franchises such as Body Blows, Worms and Alien Breed. Back in 2022 he was kind enough to give Adrian an hour of his time to retell some of those amazing stories. So as a tribute to Martyn, here is th…

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Re-rewind - Chris Huelsbeck interview (2018) - Gaming Music Legend 1:00:54

4M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

As some of you may know, we're now on a short break for the summer holidays. To tide you over until autumn/fall we're going to release some of our favourite interviews from our back catalogue. He's best known for his outstanding work on the Turrican games but you'll have heard his excellent music scores in many, many other places. Adrian chatted to…

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Terminator 2 and some of its games 1:44:33

5M ago1:44:33

1:44:33

I think the title speaks for itself. Enjoy almost two hours of the gang discussing one of the greatest movies ever made. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that is to become a Patreon of ours for only $4/£3 per month. Find out more at: https://www.patreon.com/arcadeattack We've plenty of retr…

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Sound Test Vol. 6: TurboGrafx/PC Engine 1:04:51

5M ago1:04:51

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On this latest edition of the AA Sound Test we check out a selection of aural delights from a family of consoles that, at least here in the UK, were a total mystery to us back in the 80s & 90s. From Batman to Zonk, from chiptunes to CD quality audio, join us as we take a look at the wide range of sounds created on the TurboGrafx-16 and PC Engine! F…

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Gaming's most stressful moments 1:24:57

6M ago1:24:57

1:24:57

Remember the hardest boss you ever fought? Remember those heart-in-mouth moments that will stay with you forever? Well, we've put together a list of the most stressful and heart stopping moments in gaming for your listening pleasure. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that is to become a Patr…

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Top 20 secret video games within games 1:05:49

6M ago1:05:49

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Remember when you bought a game and somehow unlocked a whole new game hidden within? Enjoy a rundown of 20 secret games in other video games! Examples include Maniac Mansion in Day of The Tentacle and unlocking Fate of Atlantis within a forgettable Indiana Jones Wii title. Plus, how does this topic link to a long forgotten pub in Croydon? Listen to…

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The Nintendo Entertainment System feat. UKNESBoy 1:17:22

6M ago1:17:22

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This has been a long time coming. We finally have a chat about the Nintendo Entertainment System, the console that revived the video gaming industry in the mid-80s and which, to be fair, us at Arcade Attack had little experience of growing up. In these instances a hero is needed, so we called upon unsung AA-hero Andy (aka UKNESBoy) to assist us in …

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Shoot 'em ups through the ages 1:56:26

7M ago1:56:26

1:56:26

Join us as we dive into the absolutely massive world of the classic shoot 'em up (Shmup). Right from its humble and somewhat understated beginnings through to the titles and developers that created the greatest genre of gaming the world has ever seen! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that i…

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"The Willie Strut" (Theme from Topaz and Stillman an 80's Adventure - Coming this Fall from Shoestring TV) performed by Possum Bobby 1:19

7M ago1:19

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Topaz & Stillman: An 80’s Adventure (Coming Fall 2025) Starring Terry Briscoe as Willie Topaz & Jim Fronk as Maury Stillman From the grim shadows of Leo Brawn... comes neon, nonsense, and pure ‘80s chaos. Before the horror. Before the blood. There were dreams. Hollywood dreams. Big hair, bigger muscles, and one unstoppable duo trying to conquer it …

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Gaming's worst sidekicks 1:08:30

7M ago1:08:30

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In the inevitable follow up to last week's arbitrary list of some of gamings most beloved sidekicks, it's time to take a look at ten of the most despised. We discuss some of the more predictable entries as well as a few a controversial ones. Join us to find out which characters made the hall of shame... Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesti…

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Gaming's best sidekicks 1:28:00

8M ago1:28:00

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In this week's episode we take a look at the unsung heroes of gaming – those sidekicks and companion characters we couldn't do without! In a break from Arcade Attack tradition we bring you a completely unranked, totally questionable and definitely not definitive list of ten of the greatest sidekicks and companion characters in gaming history. Will …

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Sonic 3 movie review and hopes for Sonic 4 1:04:03

8M ago1:04:03

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The gang give their thoughts on Sonic 3, the movie trilogy as a whole, as well as spitballing some ideas as to what the recently announced Sonic 4 could be. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that is to become a Patreon of ours for only $4/£3 per month. Find out more at: https://www.patreon.c…

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Arcade Attack's Arcade Archive Vol. 2 1:01:10

9M ago1:01:10

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In a rare turn of events we've actually managed to record a part 2 to one of our many 'ongoing' series! So fill your pockets with 20p pieces or (insert local currency here) and join us as we hit the arcades to bring you four more games from the Arcade Attack Arcade Archive! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Th…

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War of the Worlds 1:27:59

9M ago1:27:59

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Ulllllaaaaaa!! Join us as we take a ride through all things War of the Worlds from the very beginnings of the idea by the legendary storyteller HG Wells, through all the movie, TV and musical adaptations. And also any and all video games that were made based on the story! So get ready to take on those Martians with us and listen now! Fancy discussi…

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Shenmue 1:36:31

10M ago1:36:31

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On a November day when the snow turned to rain, Ryu Hazuki arrives home just in time to see his father killed by Lan Di, a man Ryu's father obviously knew very well. Ryu attempts to stop Lan Di but is effortlessly beaten to within an inch of his life. After recovering from his injuries Ryu sets out to track down his father's murderer as well as unc…

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The Creation of Worms - Andy Davidson Interview 1:07:57

10M ago1:07:57

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Against the odds, Andy Davidson created Worms from his bedroom, it would later become one of the best selling games on the Amiga and other consoles. He faced countless setbacks to get his game on the shelves, from quitting college, to entering a gaming competiton, to finally catching the eye of Team17. Andy reflects on his love for the Amiga and th…

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Worms 1:07:36

11M ago1:07:36

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Worms is a classic Team17 turn-based strategy game, where you and a team of worms must wriggle for position and prove who has the biggest arsenal, and yes, I'm including flying sheep and bazookas that even Rambo would be proud of! The iconic game featured on every platform under the sun and incredibly started life in a teenager's bedroom. A chance …

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Curating the Strong Museum with Lindsey Kurano 1:01:41

11M ago1:01:41

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On this edition of the Memory Machine Podcast, Nate is joined by Lindsey Kurano, curator of electronic games at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY! Lindsey talks all about what makes up her job, as well as her approach and philosophy that she brings to the role. Also featured: silent film side-tracks!…

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When music acts and games collide 1:47:14

11M ago1:47:14

1:47:14

Grab your backstage pass and join the Arcade Attack crew as they dive into the wild world of video games inspired by bands and musicians! From rock legends to pop icons, discover the hits, the misses, and the downright bizarre as we explore how music and gaming collide. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The be…

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An Arcade Attack Christmas 1:14:26

12M ago1:14:26

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Our eighth Christmas in fact! Enjoy our early Christmas present to you our lovely listeners. In addition to our usual "secret" Santa, the boys dig real deep to talk about anything Christmas-related and finally settle on choosing some favourite Christmas movies that could/should be made into games. Everyone except Dylan as (yet again) he's forgotten…

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The Terminator (and some of its games) 1:23:26

12M ago1:23:26

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James Cameron's seminal 'The Terminator' is this week's topic of discussion. Enjoy 80 minutes of us chatting about the movie and some of its licensed games. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that is to become a Patreon of ours for only $4/£3 per month. Find out more at: https://www.patreon.c…

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The history of light guns and their games 1:54:23

1y ago1:54:23

1:54:23

From House of the Dead to Time Crisis, Virtua Cop to Duck Hunt. Or, how about some more obscure titles like Silent Hill: Arcade and Terminator 2. There have been so many amazing light gun games, what is your favourite? In this enlightening podcast, we look through the history of both the light gun peripheral and some of the best ever games... We lo…

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Wish you were here...? 1:24:04

1y ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Wish you were here...? It's a travel show with a difference this week as we climb aboard AA Airlines and jet off to take a look at some of our favourite gaming destinations. The crew ponder what these virtual worlds would be like to visit if we could actually go there, and whether or not they'd recommend the local cuisine. So make like Leon Kennedy…

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Hey, Godzilla's On! 1:40:42

1y ago1:40:42

1:40:42

Ready to get granular with your Godzilla history? Because our hosts and his guests sure are! Learn with us about the history of Godzilla on television and home media as they travel through the years of VHS, Super 8, DVD, and laserdisc, as well as their own personal memories. Couple of corrections: I said on the podcast that Godzilla vs. Megalon was…

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An adventure through pirate games... 1:41:39

1y ago1:41:39

1:41:39

Aaarrrghh me hearties! Join the crew of the Arcade Attack Galleon as she sails through shark-infested waters in search of the greatest pirate video games! The captain steers us through the earliest games right up to today's big titles with the crew sharing their classic favourites. Join us for grog, song and pirate game memories! Fancy discussing t…

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Jason Bradbury Interview - The Gadget Show Legend & Gaming & Tech Icon 1:34:54

1y ago1:34:54

1:34:54

You can watch this interview here: https://youtu.be/9GmEBLBOBnw Jason Bradbury is the legendary host of The Gadget Show and one of the most recognisable faces of UK tech. He is also a huge gamer and has extensive knowledge of video games and is a huge retro gamer. It was a true pleasure to chat to Jason and discuss his TV career, how he met Sir Cli…

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Top 15 most controversial/weirdest video games of all time! 1:07:12

1y ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Video games today all seem to play it safe, with many gaming companies sticking to the tried and tested formulas and endless sequels. To celebrate the bold and brave, we run through 15 of the most controversial and weirdest games ever made. These titles range from the darkest depths of the human mind, all the way to pure crazy. Plus anything in bet…

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We're back! 59:54

1y ago59:54

59:54

Has it been a year already? We've clearly a lot to say to each other as this turned into a 60-minuter rather than the 20 we had planned... Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? The best way to do that is to become a Patreon of ours for only $4/£3 per month. Find out more at: https://www.patreon.com/arcadeattack We…

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Quick Update and Midwest Gaming Classic 2024! 20:52

1+ y ago20:52

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Hey all - just a quick update on what's been going on with me and why you haven't seen a whole heck of a lot of activity regarding the podcast. Don't worry, it's nothing serious! Ethan Johnson also joins for a brief discussion about the Midwest Gaming Classic, and how it's so much fun!

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Memory Machine #70 - The Heyday of Video Rental 1:32:48

2y ago1:32:48

1:32:48

For about 30 years, video rentals were a part of everyday life for anyone who owned a TV set. It allowed us to watch and re-watch our favorite movies at our leisure, discover new favorites through combing the aisles, and chat up the clerks for recommendations. To talk about these pastimes, Nick Ryan joins the podcast to talk about the history of vi…

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Memory Machine #69 - The History of Screens 1:56:09

2y ago1:56:09

1:56:09

You know, those things that we watch stuff on? Where did they come from? Who invented it? And what do they have to do with fax machines? All these things and more will be answered as guest Ethan Johnson returns to uncover the mystery. There's a lot of fascinating examples of the things we're talking about in this podcast, so make sure to check out …

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The End... Or is it?! 35:31

2y ago35:31

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Please listen to find out the future of the Arcade Attack podcast... Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us @arcadeattackUK and catch us on Facebook or Instagram. Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podcast platform. We are on Apple Podcasts, …

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The Top Loader Says Goodbye to Arcade Attack! 4:02

2y ago4:02

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Enjoy this fun 5 minute tribute from the legendary Todd aka Top Loader! He has always been a huge supporter of Arcade Attack and created this amazing soundbite. Todd has inserted some great clips from previous episodes and what the podcast has meant to him over the last few years. Please do follow the lovely Top Loader here: https://twitter.com/The…

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Top 20 Nintendo Characters of All Time! 1:22:58

2y ago1:22:58

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Our "definitive" SEGA characters podcast went so well we decided to do the same for characters created by Nintendo. Keith's in the hotseat for this one. Where will Mario, Link, Bowser and Luigi rank... Is your favourite Nintendo character listed? Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us @arcadeattackU…

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Top 15 Unreleased Video Game Consoles 41:16

2+ y ago41:16

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Why a top fifteen? Because, er, that's how many Adrian could find! Warning: there are NO ATARI CONSOLES IN THIS LIST. I repeat. NO ATARI. Just kidding! Nintendo, SEGA and SNK are also listed, but which unreleased console had the most potential? Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us @arcadeattackUK …

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Fighting and Beat ’Em Up Games Through the Ages 1:59:57

2+ y ago1:59:57

1:59:57

James takes us on (possibly) one of his last ever whistlestop tours of a gaming genre. However, this time Adrian has managed to strongarm him into doing both the fighting and beat 'em up genres at the same time. We think he did a fab job. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us @arcadeattackUK and ca…

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Modern Video Gaming Chat 1:30:04

2+ y ago1:30:04

1:30:04

Seeing as the last days of the podcast are on the horizon, we're unleashing our inner demons. Those being our love for modern gaming! Yes we've done this before a bit, but this time we're making James host it while taking Steve hostage in Adrian's absence. J covers the best of what's coming up for modern day (trying not to say 'current gen') gamers…

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Top 20 SEGA Characters of All Time! 1:00:34

2+ y ago1:00:34

1:00:34

It's time for another "definitive" list - this time we compile our 20 favourite characters created by SEGA. Sort of. More than a few tangents and curveballs in this one. Be prepared to throw stuff at us afterwards. Where did Sonic, Axel and Knuckles rank? Listen to find out! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? P…

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What makes the best... Point and Click Adventure game? 58:17

2+ y ago58:17

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Oh we know you've missed these! Dyl bring his no research to the table to get to the bottom of what makes the perfect point and click adventure game. The gang discuss the genre's origins, their favourite games, and define what the ultimate resurrection for today's gamer would look like. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of con…