Retro Gaming Dads Podcast

In episode 133 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry takes a look at some of the recent announcements from yesterday's Mario Day.

From classic Game Boy titles coming to Nintendo Switch Online to a tease of a new Super Mario Bros. Movie in 2026, there's something here for fans of the moustached hero.

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In episode 132 of the Retro Gaming Dad's Podcast the gang is back together. Phil, Barry and Anthony discuss their fears and hopes for the future of Xbox ahead of Microsoft's special 'business meeting', and what this could mean for the future of Xbox exclusives.

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In episode 131 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry gives his thoughts on the decline of physical media in video games. Plus rumours that retailers may be preparing to pull their physical Xbox titles from shelves.

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In episode 130 Barry offers his thoughts on the news that UK video game retailer GAME is to cease its pre-owned trade in program. What could this mean for the UK's high street and gaming?

Plus the opossum with a jet pack returns to Switch and PlayStation with the unveiling of the Rocket Knight Adventure Re-Sparked Edition.

Plus Barry takes a look at some interesting hardware coming in the near future.

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In episode 120 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry and Anthony discuss the release of a cancelled 1983 Atari 2600 title - Save Mary. This classic title is available as part of Atari's Atari XP program, and is available for pre-order.

Next Barry gets excited for the upcoming RetroBit Saturn Pro controller. Combining the Saturn's beloved shape and layout with more modern controllers. Could this be the perfect retro controller?

Finally the dads take a look at Minecraft's new milestone. 300 million titles sold in 15 years. This makes Minecraft the best selling title of all time, easily outpacing second place's 185 million sales for Grand Theft Auto V.

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In episode 119 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast Barry and Anthony talk about the recent announcement of Animal Crossing coming to a LEGO store near you. With five sets releasing in March 2024, do we really need more Nintendo themed LEGO sets?

Two gaming CEOs decided to step down their positions, for two very different reasons. Firstly Unity's John Riccitiello steps down following the disastrous Unity run time feee announcements, then PlayStations Jim Ryan calls his time at Sony after almost 30 years.

Finally Sony unveil the new PlayStation 5 console, featuring a reduction in volume of almost 30% and a optional removable optical drive.

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In episode 118 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry and Anthony talk about how Scalpers are back at it by ruining the Van Gogh x Pokémon collaboration.

Plus we discuss Nintendo's recent announcement that all online services for their Wii U and 3DS titles will be coming to an end in 2024.

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In episode 117 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Phil and Barry talk about the worrying news that Sony has been hacked. But is all as it seems?

They also recap last week's leak around the future of Xbox and it's potential all-digital future.

Finally Phil and Barry discuss the disappointing port of Mortal Kombat 1 for the Nintendo Switch. Is this a sign that Nintendo's aging hybrid console has run it's course, or just a poor porting job?

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In episode 116 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast Barry and Anthony take a look at a new console entry into the brick building space. Plus we give our thoughts on the leaked information detailing Microsoft's plans for the future of the Xbox.

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In episode 115 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Phil and Barry take a look at the latest Nintendo Direct.

With a wealth of new games heading to Nintendo's hybrid console over the coming year we give our initial reactions to the titles.

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In episode 114 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast Barry and Anthony take a look at the recently announced Nintendo Switch bundles heading to stores this Christmas.

Plus the Lenovo Legion Go's specs get announced, and we finally discover what all those buttons are used for!

Then Finally the Ayaneo Flip is teased once again with two new images of the upcoming handheld. But has it's lengthy development period left this device in the past?

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In episode 110 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast we take a look at 8Bitdo's latest controller. The tiny 'Micro'. Plus could the Master Chief be heading to Rainbow Six: Siege as an elite skin for Sledge? He's appeared in stranger places.

Finally we react to the latest Pokémon Presents, where we learn about the upcoming events, releases and DLC for all things Pokémon.

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In episode 108 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry and Anthony take a look at a retro inspired keyboard from 8Bitdo, as well as the possibility of Hasbro bringing their Activision developed Transformers titles to Xbox Game Pass.

Plus we also take a look at yet another gaming showcase. This time from Evercade, where they'll be focusing on their upcoming indie releases.

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In episode 107 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry and Anthony talk about an interesting new handheld from Blaze, the creators of the Evercade.

We also say farewell to Jam.gg - formally known as PiePacker - the online social retro gaming service.

Finally we'll talk about the contraversial decision by Ubisoft to delete gamer's accounts for long periods of activity. Potentially causing them to loose access to purchases they may have made.

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In episode 104 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast Barry and Anthony take a look at the latest Sega Mega Drive and Genesis titles to head into Nintendo's premium online service.

8BitDo unveil their officially licensed Neo Geo controller - complete with it's iconic clicky joystick.

A Quake II remake may have been leaked early thanks to the South Korean's games rating board ahead of an official announcement.

Plus, AYA NEO unveil what they calling the most powerful handheld gaming PC yet. The AYA NEO Kun.

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In episode 101 we take a look at some of the recent announcements from the Microsoft Direct, plus both the Capcom 40th Anniversary and UBISOFT Forward events.

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast.  In this very special episode we re-introduce ourselves to some of our newer listens, and delve into what got us into gaming in the first place.

We'd also like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has listened to the podcast over the last two and a half years, especially those who have supported us further on Patreon.

Here's to another 100 episodes!

-- We'll be taking a well earned break from the Podcast for the next two weeks. We'll see you again on Monday 12th June 2023 --

In episode 99 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, we talk about a surprising new upgrade for your Steam Deck - and is it worth the $100 asking price?

Fans get the developer of the recent inspector gadget game to re-consider releasing the game on Xbox. Plus we take a sneak peek at the PlayStation showcase, including the announcement of a new Metal Gear Solid collection.

In episode 96 Barry and Anthony talk about what could be the first true Steam Deck competitor - the Asus ROG Ally. We also give our thoughts on the upcoming Jurassic Park collection teased by Limited Run Games, just in time for the 30th anniversary of the icon movie.

Finally we give our thoughts on the surprising news that the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has moved to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. What could this mean for Microsoft's purchase, and for Xbox as a whole?

In episode 94 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast we talk about the record-breaking opening of the new Super Mario Bros. Movie.

Some new media for a potential Jet Set Radio reboot may have been leaked, and Microsoft announces Xbox Game Streaming will be available in 40 new countries (list in the full show notes). Microsoft also shares details on their newest partnership with UK telecoms giant, EE.

Plus Nintendo announces a new in-person event in Seattle.

In episode 92 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast we talk about this week's retro and retro-inspired news.

Could the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) be poised to give the green light to Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard? Plus the Japanese counterpart, the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC), has approved the deal as they believe the deal isn't likely to restrict competition.

Next up, a year after its release, Sonic Origins is set to get a BIG update. This new 'Plus' edition will not only add a new character into the mix with Amy Rose, but will also get 12 new 8-Bit Game Gear titles added to the roster. Plus, we finally get a physical release for Xbox, PlayStation and Switch.

Finally we talk about the recent The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom presentation that shows off not only some of the new game mechanics, but the new Special Edition Nintendo Switch OLED model.

In this bonus preview for episode 91 we talk about the impending closure of both the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShops, and what this means for many of the titles exclusive to those systems.

Listen in to the full Episode 91 available 27th March 2023.

In episode 90 we take a look at the recently announced Super Mario LEGO sets announced for Mar10 Day (March 10th for those who don't already know).

Then we discuss Microsoft's latest deal with Ukrainian-based streaming service, Boosteroid. Plus we talk about a custom Xbox Series S that looks like a cookie...

In episode 88 we take a look at the recent Pokémon Presents event.  In which Nintendo and GameFreak shown some upcoming Pokémon related releases coming in 2023.

Could classic SEGA franchises be making a comeback?  We discuss the possibility after SEGA allegedly send out questionnaires asking customers which series they'd be interested in seeing make a return.

PolyMega, the do-it-all modern console for classic games, announces a new app and accessories that will make it easier to play your physical retro games on your computer.

Then finally we discuss some interesting deals being made between Microsoft, Nvidia and Nintendo.

Welcome to Episode 87.  This week Barry and Anthony will take a look at the first trailer for the upcoming Tetris movie.  Final Fantasy VII heads to the Xbox... sort of.  The Pokémon company announces a livestream event for Pokémon Day.  Plus we mourn two great Square-Enix RPGs leaving Xbox Game Pass at the end of February.

Finally we talk about the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) potentially jumping the gun on a new Nintendo console.  

In episode 86 we take a look at the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Collector's Edition.  As well as the possibility of the Collector's Edition accidentally confirming the existence of an unannounced Limited Edition Switch model.

The Super Mario Bros. release a fun trailer for their upcoming movie.

Then finally we talk about Game Pass, and is it damaging developer's chances of making a profit from their games.

In episode 85 we go through the massive Nintendo Direct, covering over 30 titles coming to the Nintendo Switch over the coming months. This includes a number of HD remasters from the GameCube, new entries into classic series and retro-inspired titles.

In episode 84 we talk about the reception for the long awaited 007 GoldenEye re-release on Nintendo Switch and Xbox.  Does the game still have the same charm and excitement 25 years later?

Plus, Hot Wheels Unleashed is heading to Xbox Game Pass on the 7th February.  Rumours point to the impending release of Nintendo's Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp.

Finally, news from Japan sees the price of the Xbox Series X and S receiving a price increase, as well as the 31st January being declared Final Fantasy VII Day.