Afterglow - Retro Gaming Memories
by Chris Leathco
This podcast focuses more on the personal experience with the game.Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at https://www.afterglow-pod.comShow Logo and Artwork from TobyVonDoom from Secret Levels.Intro and outro music by: Grim from The Lost and Gone and Grim Glow podcasts.
Episodes
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Board Master - Dead By Daylight
Keaton is here to talk about some board games, and nothing fits better than running from a killer (or being that killer) for Halloween season with the Dead By Daylight board game. Board Master discord discussion: https://discord.gg/YAPFmtPSU6 (part of the Afterglow discord)...
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Episode 136 - The Rocky Horror Show Video Game
Nearing the end of Spook-Tober, let's go with a game that's more like a party! This is the newest game ever to be covered on the show, the Rocky Horror Video Game, and we got a guest for this episode because it wouldn't be a party by myself! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord,...
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Episode 135 - Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow
Help Toby VonDoom rebuild: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-toby-rebuild-after-fire?cp_src=d It's Spooktober once again! I may be late to the festivities but we will have a couple spooky games to cover this month, including this episode with Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow. But is anything more spooky...
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Episode 134 - Sonic Advance
Help Toby VonDoom rebuild: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-toby-rebuild-after-fire?cp_src=d Returning to handheld gaming, I talk about my memories of getting Sonic Advance for the GBA and my thoughts on the gameplay and how it compared to the original Sonic Trilogy on the Genesis. Check out the...
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Episode 133 - TazMania (SNES)
Send friend of the show Toby some love! https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-toby-rebuild-after-fire This episode I check out TazMania for the SNES to see if what I thought as a kid is still true about this game. Spoilers: yea, more or less. But check out this episode anyway! Check out the Afterglow...
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Episode 132 - Halo Combat Evolved
In this episode, I'm joined by my own son AtomicNuke as we discuss our seperate memories of Halo Combat Evolved, Halo Anniversary, than our joined together memories as we both played Halo Campaign Evolved that was recently released. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and...
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Bonus 11 - Secret Levels Stunt Double Special 2 (Sword of Hope)
This episode was originally released in April for Secret Levels. If you guys already listened to it there, nothing has changed between it and this version, just uploading here as well since it has been exclusive there for a few months. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon,...
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Episode 131 - Space Jam
Hey, it's time to slam now with episode one thirty (one!) with Space Jam on the PS1, the game that introduced me to the Playstation. Also, sorry Toby! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at...
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Episode 130 - King of Meat
Well....this episode is gonna be a little different. Not a retro game, and not a game you can play today, but I felt it needs to be said. Here are my thoughts on when a company decides its game didn't make enough money so they are going to take it away from everyone. Check out the Afterglow...
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Episode 129 - Lunar 2: Eternal Blue
It's time to finish up our time with the Lunar duology as I finally play and complete the second of the two classic Lunar titles (there are others but the first two are considered by most to be the good ones). And joining me is Chris (double Chris attack this episode!) from Retro Hangover as we...
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Episode 128 - Super Mario Kart
I'm running late this month but another episode of Afterglow races onto the track, this time joined by Burg from the Secret Levels discord server! Join in as we discuss the genesis of one of Nintendos biggest franchises. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links...
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Episode 127 - Smash TV
It's time to get some BIG PRIZES like a VCR, a vintage 1999 Roadster, or a brand new toaster! All you gotta do is risk your life in Smash TV! Myself and guest OCD In Every RPG (Slaje) take on our thoughts on the hit arcade game and its ports across multiple consoles while also talking about the...
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Episode 126 - Spy Hunter
An early arcade game that got a close to perfect NES port, Spy Hunter was a fun high score challenge that is mostly forgotten about these days but the first NES game (along with the sequel) were some great fun! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well…
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Episode 125 - Mega Man X5
Mega Man returns to Afterglow in this episode with one of the controversial releases......do I follow with what many people claim is a sub-par release or do I have other thoughts on this game? Without spoiling it, I will say I played this game much later than a lot of others which may have…
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Bonus 10 - Retro Emulation Handhelds
It's been a bit of a wait for this episode, I've been quite busy with some family and work related stuff and have had to put the show in slowdown for a bit. I've got a few partial episodes ready but nothing fully done, but I wanted everyone to have something to listen to in the meanwhile so I...
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Episode 124 - The Binding of Isaac Rebirth
Something even newer than the last episode? I thought this was a retro show! In my defense the original version that spawned the Rebirth game came out back in 2011, 15 years ago, so I think this sorta qualifies (even if it can still be picked up brand new to this day!). Next episode we go old...
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Episode 123 - Need For Speed Most Wanted (2005)
Something old.....something new! New for this show at least lol, cause on this episode I am joined by Main Quest host Keith Gasper as we talk about Need For Speed Most Wanted. It's rare that a racing game gets its hooks in me, but this one did back when the 360 was new. Lets see if it holds up...
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Episode 122 - Dig Dug
We kick of 2026 by going back to the Atari 2600 to talk about the arcade hit Dig Dug with the Electronic Emotions Program joining in as well! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at...
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Episode 121 - True Lies
We are ending 2025 with an LJN game thats.....not bad? Well if you are an Afterglow listener you know some of those actually exist, and this is another one of them! This game actually isn't bad and can be quite a bit of fun, but get ready for a challenge! And of course, "I'll be back" in 2026!...
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Episode 120 - Shadowgate
Gameboree 2025 Donation Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/gameboree2025 As we enter the closing of 2025 we also enter Castle Shadowgate to unravel its mysteries. Join myself as well as Keaton as we discuss our fondness of the NES version of Shadowgate, the franchise as a whole, and the entire…
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Episode 119 - Arch Rivals
Sports games are a rarity here on Afterglow, but every once in a while one will pop in, and this episode is one of them with the NES port of Arch Rivals, a BasketBrawl game. In this episode I go over my memories of what I feel is the foundation of the NBA Jam franchise. Check out the Afterglow...
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Episode 118 - Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Stumbles from the Secret Levels discord joins again, this time to talk about Sonic 3. He is known as the "Sonic Guy" so lets see what he things of the third entry in the series. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at...
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Episode 117 - System Shock 2
The end of Spook-Tober 2025 takes place as Shodan takes over in the end. Grim and Leathco discuss why this game was so haunting in the late 90's along with its legacy to this day, along with thoughts on the recent re-release of the enhanced edition. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has...
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Episode 116 - Doom
Spook-Tober moves along as I am joined by Shawn, host of the Electronics Emotions Program channel on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@iiqulo?si=OKNZVPNnFX72Dgfj) as we discuss our thoughts and memories of the classic FPS shooter, along with some general thoughts and gaming memories as well. Check…
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Episode 115 - Castlevania: Circle of the Moon
Spook-tober is back, and we are starting with one of the franchises that put horror games on the map with Castlevania and a game where they actually were a launch title with Circle of the Moon on the Game Boy Advance. This is the third game I bought for the GBA and I was surprised when it wasn't...
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Episode 114 - Mega Man
It's time for us to explore the origins of the Blue Bomber with the original release of Mega Man on the NES, followed by a little discussion on Wily Wars and Powered Up as well. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at...
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Bonus 9 - MECC
In this bonus episode I go into my memories on the main MECC games I played in grade school along with a brief history of the company that brought us some pretty cool educational games. You can still access these today if you check out https://mecc.co/ Check out the Afterglow linktree which has...
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Episode 113 - E.T. The Extra Terrestrial
Keith, host of the Main Quest Podcast, closes his episodes saying "It's OK to like a video game". I'll be putting that notion to the test as I defend E.T. for the Atari 2600, a game the internet universally despises and blames the US Video Game Crash of the 80's for. However, I feel these…
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Episode 112 - Final Fantasy 8
We're going on another quest with the host of Main Quest, Keith, as we give our joint memories and thoughts on the sequel to the game that made RPGs huge in the US in Final Fantasy 8. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the...
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Episode 111 - The Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion
Cyrodiil is in a state of chaos with the emperor dead and tons of gates to an evil dimension opening across the land. My self and Grim have taken it upon ourselves to go back and draw shut the jaws of Oblivion.....and we'd like you to join us as we both remember our original thoughts on this game...
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Episode 110 - Pac-Man
We're getting Pac-Man Fever on this episode of Afterglow, going WAY back to before I was even born with Pac-Man! I cover the arcade version along with the infamous Atari 2600 port and also go on a bit of a dive on all the merch and legacy this game started. Check out the Afterglow linktree which...
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Episode 109 - Illusion of Gaia
Slaje joins this episode as we tackle a classic action RPG on the SNES that is often fondly remembered but not talked about as much as many others with Illusion of Gaia. This game had many moments that dealt with subject matter that often isn't even handled in todays modern games along with a...
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Episode 108 - Joust
Better late than never! I had the double whammy of PC issues and medical issues delaying recording, but I wanted to get something out while waiting for my PC parts to come in, so I got a laptop and wanted to record a short, but special epsisode for an early favorite of mine. Joust is a game I…
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Episode 107 - Zombies Ate My Neighbors
It might not be Halloween season yet, but there's always time for some spooky fun anytime in the year so myself and our guest Keaton decided to celebrate the LucasArts classic Zombies Ate My Neighbors! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links…
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Episode 106 - Mortal Kombat 4
The crushing power of a mallet. The shattering blow of a club. The slashing edge of a blade. They call to you..... And Leathco and Grim also call to you to listen in as we discuss our thoughts and memories of the Mortal Kombat franchise debut into polygonal fighting! Check out the Afterglow...
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Episode 105 - Battletoads
They're not heroes in a half shell, but they're close to it! In this episode me and Stumbles from the Secret Levels discord talk about our memories and history with Battletoads for the NES and Sega Genesis. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as...
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Episode 104 - Final Fantasy 5
As listeners know, I am a big Final Fantasy fan. That beings said, I was late to the party for the fifth entry, partially due to how long it took to be released in the United States and because of other games I had played since it originally released. I eventually caught up though! I'm joined by...
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Episode 103 - Double Dragon (NES)
Everybody was Kung-Fu Fighting in this episode of Afterglow as I look at the game that started the beat-up-up genre (at least for me) in Double Dragon for the NES. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at...
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Episode 102 - Wrath of the Black Manta
A game doesn't need to be perfect to be fun, and this episodes game is the perfect example of that. This game has flaws but is also just a nice sit down and play experience. It's not talked about much today, but if you are looking for a fun, short, and not too difficult NES game, Wrath of the…
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Episode 101 - Celebrity Deathmatch
Lets close out Steiner Math March with a game based on a great show.....but the game was a huge disappointment to me. I read the reviews as a young adult but wanted to give it a chance. I should have trusted the reviews. Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links...
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Episode 100 - Listener Memories
We've hit episode 100! To celebrate, I asked you guys to give some of your gaming memories. This episode features 8 listeners with 9 segments showcasing some of their gaming memories. Thanks to Parrallax Puddles, Berg, Review Bros, Keaton, AtomicNuke, NESJohnny, Keith Gasper, and Jimmerz for...
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Episode 99 - WWF Wrestlemania (NES)
Steiner Math March continues with WWF Wrestlemania on the NES. This was the first wrestling game I played in my life.......and thankfully I tried others because this one wasn't so good. I'm joined by Slaje from the Secret Levels Discord as we discuss our childhood memories and thoughts on the…
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Episode 98 - WWF In Your House
It's time for Steiner Math March! Last year in March we did a special wrestling month called Big Meaty Men Slappin' Meat in March, and I wanted to do it again this year, but this time featuring wrestling games I perhaps wasn't so hot on; wrestling games I didn't care much for. Kicking this month...
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Bonus 8 - Secret Levels Stunt Double Special (Uninvited)
How'd this end up here? For the real Toby and Goobz, check out www.badsecretmedia.com, or https://open.spotify.com/show/4sHSVnVS5qY7VHFvTx2TEN
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Episode 97 - Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind
TobyVonDoom from Secret Levels joins in this episode as we discuss one of the most universally reviled games of the 16 bit era in Bubsy. Are there any positives to this game and what are our memories when this game was new? Tune in to find out! Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord,...
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Episode 96 - StarTropics
Sometimes your memories of a game are different from what your modern take can be. This is the position I find myself in when I replay StarTropics, a game I have great childhood memories of but I just don't enjoy as much as an adult. Journey with me to try to see my conflicting viewpoints in this...
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Episode 95 - Mega Man X2
Mega Man returns to Afterglow in this episode! It's been too long since I covered a Mega Man title, so here's the second game in the X series, which was the last one I got to play on it since I never got X3 or found it in a rental store. Of course I love it since its a Mega Man game, but you'll...
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Episode 94 - Super Mario Bros 2
Just a quick caveat - there was an issue while recording this episode and occasionally there's a burst of static. I was recording with Bandicam and can't figure out how to fix the problem so I'll be changing my recording software for future episodes. That being said, Keaton joins us in this…
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Episode 93 - Quake 3 Arena
I don't cover as many retro PC games as I do console games but I love sprinkling them in as I am more of a PC guy now, and in the end of the 90s no PC game was as anticipated as Quake 3. I share my thoughts on being an early PC gamer thrust into the arena FPS game style. Check out the Afterglow...
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Episode 92 - Super Mario Land
On this episode we are going back to the Game Boy with a launch title not talked about as much as Tetris but just as impressive to see on the black and white (or green and black) handheld with Super Mario Land. I forgot to mention in this episode there is a DX release of this game (which was a...
About this show
This podcast focuses more on the personal experience with the game.Check out the Afterglow linktree which has discord, patreon, and merch links as well as links to friends of the show at https://www.afterglow-pod.comShow Logo and Artwork from TobyVonDoom from Secret Levels.Intro and outro music by: Grim from The Lost and Gone and Grim Glow podcasts.
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Chris Leathco
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