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by Alan, Brian, and Sam
In a world where video games connect us all, a Brit, a Canadian, and an American unite to share their love for classic games. Welcome to RETROTOPIA, a nostalgic retro video game utopia, where Alan, Brian, and Sam come together to dive into the retro titles that shaped gaming history. Join them as they discuss, analyze, debate, and joke about the best games of the past, bringing their passion and memories of retro gaming straight to you!
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Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Castle Crashers, an Xbox 360 game released in 2008 that blends frantic hack-and-slash combat, quirky humor, and colorful cartoon visuals into one of the most beloved couch co-op games of its generation. Whether you're battling hordes of enemies, unlocking new characters, or taking on giant bosses with friends, Castle Crashers delivers fast-paced action and endless replayability that has helped it remain a fan favorite for nearly two decades. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ Looking to grow your retro game collection? Visit RetroSalvageGames.com, the official retro game store of Retrotopia, and use code JAMMYDODGER to save 10% off your entire order!
Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Assassin's Creed, a PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC game released in 2007 that introduced players to the centuries-old conflict between the Assassins and the Templars. Set during the Third Crusade, you step into the robes of Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad, using stealth, parkour, and precision assassinations to uncover a conspiracy that would shape the future of the series. With its groundbreaking open-world design and historical setting, Assassin's Creed laid the foundation for one of gaming's most enduring franchises. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We have many designs and are continually adding more. Get T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes, an Arcade game (later ported to consoles) released in 1998 that brings together iconic heroes and villains from Marvel Comics and Capcom's greatest franchises in one of the most beloved crossover fighting games of its era. Featuring fast-paced 2D combat, explosive special moves, flashy tag-assist mechanics, and a roster that includes characters like Ryu, Mega Man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America, and Chun-Li, it laid the foundation for the legendary Marvel vs. Capcom series that continues to influence fighting games today. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We have many designs and are continually adding more. Get T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Captain N: The Game Master, an animated television series that premiered in 1989, bringing Nintendo's biggest video game heroes and villains together in one Saturday morning adventure. The show follows Kevin Keene, an ordinary teenager who is pulled into the world of Videoland, where he teams up with Princess Lana, Simon Belmont, Mega Man, Kid Icarus, and others to battle the evil Mother Brain and her army of classic Nintendo villains. Equal parts action, comedy, and gloriously over-the-top '80s cartoon, Captain N became a nostalgic gateway into Nintendo's growing universe, even if it took a few... creative liberties with the characters we thought we knew. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We have many designs and are continually adding more. Get T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
RetroBytes Neo has found its groove as a monthly hangout for gamers and pop-culture fans alike. Each month, Joe and Brian pull up a chair for an unscripted conversation that can go just about anywhere—from industry trends and gaming history to personal stories and the occasional completely unexpected tangent. For the July 2026 edition of RetroBytes Neo, Joe welcomes his cousin... Joe to the show for a deep dive into one of gaming's most powerful forces: nostalgia. Why do certain games stay with us decades later? Are we remembering the games themselves, or the time and place they represent in our lives? From childhood favorites and forgotten classics to the modern trend of remakes, remasters, and retro-inspired releases, the cousins explore how nostalgia shapes the way we play, collect, and talk about video games today. Along the way, they discuss the difference between healthy nostalgia and nostalgia that can cloud our judgment, the games that still hold up versus those best left in memory, and why revisiting old favorites can feel like reconnecting with an old friend. Whether you're dusting off a cartridge, booting up an emulator, or wondering if your favorite childhood game is really as good as you remember, this month's RetroBytes Neo is a thoughtful and personal conversation about gaming's past—and the lasting impact it continues to have on the present. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia where you can get this show 15 DAYS EARLY with a video bonus exclusive to Patreon. There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We offer a wide range of designs and continually add new ones. Get T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Final Fantasy VIII, a PlayStation game released in 1999 that follows the story of Squall Leonhart, a young mercenary-in-training at the military academy known as Balamb Garden. What begins as a mission against a hostile nation soon evolves into an epic adventure involving sorceresses, time compression, lost memories, and the fate of the entire world. Known for its realistic art style, cinematic storytelling, memorable romance between Squall and Rinoa, and its unique Junction battle system, Final Fantasy VIII remains one of the most ambitious and divisive entries in the legendary RPG series. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We have many designs and are continually adding more. Get T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere. This week we are discussing Tomb Raider, a PlayStation game released in 1996 that introduced players to the iconic adventurer Lara Croft as she embarked on a globe-trotting quest to recover the mysterious Scion artifact. Combining exploration, platforming, puzzle-solving, and action, Tomb Raider set a new standard for 3D adventure games with its massive tombs, ancient ruins, and cinematic presentation. Its innovative game play, atmospheric environments, and memorable heroine helped establish one of gaming's most successful franchises and made it one of the defining titles of the original PlayStation era. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We have many designs and are continually adding more. Get T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
RetroBytes Neo has found its groove as a monthly hangout for gamers and pop-culture fans alike. Each month, Joe and Brian pull up a chair for an unscripted conversation that can go just about anywhere—from industry trends and gaming history to personal stories and the occasional completely unexpected tangent. For the May 2026 edition, the duo invites their friend THE_MCG to tackle one of gaming's biggest ongoing debates: Indie Games vs. AAA Games. From massive blockbuster productions and multi-million-dollar budgets to passionate indie projects built by small teams, Joe and Brian explore what makes each side of the industry special, where they succeed, where they stumble, and how both continue to shape the future of gaming. Expect thoughtful discussion, friendly debate, and plenty of detours along the way as they dive into one of the medium's most fascinating topics. You can join in on the fun FOR FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia where you can get this show 15 DAYS EARLY with a video bonus exclusive to Patreon. There, you can participate in the 9-Bit Banter Box, comment on the Game of the week, take part in polls, and listen to the Patreon exclusive Quick Play or get RetroBytes 15 days early with an exclusive Patreon topic. You can also join The Hero tier for $2 a month and choose a host to play and review a game for Quick Play and listen to Retrotopia After Dark, where we start each week with a little warm-up and chat. Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Instagram, Twitter, BlueSky, YouTube, and a link to our Discord can all be found here. Direct Discord Link: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc Find Retrotopia Merchandise at https://retrotopia.dashery.com/ We offer a wide range of designs and continually add new ones. Get T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, Magnets, Hats, and more.
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