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Have you every wanted to play an older Playstation 2 game in widescreen with HD textures? It’s easier than you might think! today we’re continuing to look at HD texture packs, focusing on Dragon Quest V for the PS2. We’ll also look at Cult of the Lamb, a new game that takes inspiration from the…

Was Super Mario Bros. Wonder inspired by the Mario rom-hacking scene? Are F-Zero hacks worth the frustration? And what is SEGA cooking up with old IP Like Shinobi and Jet Set Radio? Today on the show we’re looking at remakes, romhacks, and all the “retreaux” content from the 2023 Game Awards To hear more about…

Did you know you could play some of the most beloved NES games in HD, without sacrificing the original feel of the game? today we’re diving into the realm of HD texture packs for retro video games. We’ll explore how fan-made graphics enhancement are bringing extra definition and even QOL improvements to games like Mega…

Straight outta DUUUUUVAL, The Limit Breakers have created a unique musical voice in live VGM. Their shared love for classic game music and jazz fusion, has given us Iron Fist, a love letter to some of the most iconic tracks from the Tekken 2 OST. We sat down with them over a couple of hotel…

Why leave your retro consoles stock when you can add HDMI output, optical disc emulators, and RGB capability for the cleanest analog output? Today on the show we’re looking and the world of console modifications, from the early PSX mod chips, through today’s wide world of DIY and pro modifications! To hear more about the…

How did bb_austin of The Backlog Boys turn a course credit at music school into a live gaming music experience? Today on the show we sit down with Austin to chat about the intersection of his passion for both gaming and music. We’ll learn how that evolved into Twitch streaming, performing live, and even being…

What is homebrew software and why do people make it? What kind of stuff is out there and how did Sony play a part in the scene with the release of the Net Yaroze? Today on the show we’re peeking into the world of unlicensed software for retro game consoles, Scuba’s idea for a retro…

How many conversational tangents can two retro-game enthusiasts follow for almost an hour? Does the resulting show make any sense? In the words of the old Dodge ad, yer about to find out! On today’s show, we are running free and talking about whatever comes to mind, such as Scuba’s ongoing NES Black Box Challenge,…

How was the growth of online gaming shaped by horse race betting, ambient nature sounds, and the rise and fall of the Genesis in the US market? And what the heck does Rollback Netcode mean? On today’s episode we’re looking at the history of retro gaming online. From Nintendo’s early efforts in Japan, all the…

How did generations of Japanese-market games become accessible to a worldwide audience? And how are retro games being supported by a passionate community of translators? Today we’re looking at the world of fan translation hacks, from the early efforts of Oasis, to the ongoing efforts that are making story-driven JRPGs like Mother 3 accessible to…