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Retro Wars
by Daniel Carroll
Welcome to Retro Wars, where each week me and a selection of friends, talk about the video games we used to play back when we were kids.
Episodes
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Episode 220 - Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest is an amazing series that I love more and more, and I finally got around to playing the 8th edition which is often called one of the best JRPGS on the PS2. This week I am joined by Keegs. He was playing the PS2 version whilst I was playing the 3DS version. You can follow me on the...
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Episode 219 - Mortal Kombat 9
Finish him!!! It is back to Mortal Kombat where this week I look at the first re-boot they did in MK9. Hot off the re-emergence of fighting games thanks to Street Fighter 4, MK9 was the chance for the series to be back in the spotlight once again. This week, I am joined by Raging Demon and…
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Episode 218 - Super Mario Bros: The Lost Levels
Think you are good at Mario, think again! Super Mario 2 or Mario the last levels is Mario but super mega hard. This week I am joined by SicJake from The Press B to cancel podcast. I love Mario, we both do, but both admit, wow, this is so challenging it is silly. You can follow me on the following...
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Episode 217 - Mickey Mania
Mickey Mania is a beautiful look back at all of Mickey's adventures over the years and the animation is incredible. The game still holds up over the years and I think how did I complete this adventure. This week I am joined by Lindsey Norris. Will we survive and beat Pete? You can follow me on…
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Episode 216 - Super Smash Brothers
SMASH BROTHERS!!!! An experiment that should not really have worked but somehow became one of Nintendo's best franchises. Today, we are looking at the birth of the series with the first game on the N64. This week I am joined by Richard Jago from Watchers Rewatch podcast. You can follow me on the...
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Episode 215 - Oddworld: Abe's Odyssey
Do you like eating members of the workforce? Yes, well Abe's Odyssey is for you. One of the early PlayStation one games I played which scared me for how dark it is. A puzzle game (well I think it is) at heart, help Abe escape Rapture Farms and save all his fellow co-workers from being a nice…
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Episode 214 - Bubsy: Claws encounters of the furred kind
One day we knew we had to cover this. Bubsy on the Super Nintendo. I am spoiling this, I hate this game. I really hate this game. My guest Keegs loves his game, may it's childhood, I don't know. One day we will find out why. Either way enjoy the rage!!! You can follow me on the following socials:...
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Episode 213 - Pikmin 2
In Pikmin 2, Captain Olimar returns to the planet he was originally stranded on, to collect trinkets for his failing company to sell back at home. I had just played the first game and loved it, but will I love the same just as much. This week my quest is Anthony from 8 String fury gaming. You can...
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Episode 212 - Fire Emblem: Awakening
Fire Emblem: Awakening, my first ever Fire Emblem game. The one that started it all for me. Going back to it again after all these felt so good. This game put the series on the map in the West turning it into the juggernaut it is today. This week, I am joined by Raging Demon from the Kommand List...
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Episode 211 - Devil May Cry
Do Devil's cry? Well that is the question this week as I play Devil May Cry for the Playstation 2. A new franchise for Capcom which is still doing extremely well today. I am joined this week by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast. Can we face despair head on or be swallowed by the night? You...
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Episode 210 - Mina the Hollower
Time to go on a large adventure with a little mouse. Mina the Hollower, the newest game from Yacht Club Games is now out on all platforms. I was very lucky to receive a review copy of the game, and had the chance to sit down with Nick Woznick and David D'Angelo from the team. I really believe…
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Episode 209 - Batman
I am BATMAN. One of the best lines ever spoken, and today, I play the cape crusaders first appearance on the NES. I had heard this was a difficult game but I decided I wanted to have a challenge. The question is, did I finish this and beat the Joker? This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from…
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Episode 208 - Super Mario 64
Super Mario 64, one of the biggest games of our generation. It brought us kicking and screaming into the 3D with one little plumber. Super Mario 64 has a huge fan base behind it and I hope this episode can do it justice. This week, I am joined by debutant, Tion, where we talk all sorts from Yoshi...
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Episode 207 - Mighty Final Fight
It is time for the final fight.....in chibi form. Yes, we are talking Mighty Final Fight for the NES. A game I never knew existed because it came so late in the NES' life. It is a demake if you will of the original final fight with a chibi art style and I won't lie, I love this game. Joining me...
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Episode 206 - Final Fantasy Chronicles: Ring of Fates
Won't someone think of the children, well today we did as look at our first look in the Final Fantasy chronicles series with Ring of Fates. You focus on a brother and sister duo as they try to save the world...as always. I have my own partner this week with Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia…
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Episode 205 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III - The Manhattan Project
Still one of the weirdest names for the video game, it is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III - The Manhattan Project on the NES. I had never played this prior to this podcast and this saddens me because it is a great game. The turtles are on the quest to save Manhattan from being lifted from the...
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Episode 204 - Ys: The Oath in Felghana
I don't often cover remakes of a game I have already covered but I will make an exception here for this weeks game is Y`s: The Oath in Felghana which is a remake of Ys III - The wanderers of Ys. This week, I am joined by Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover podcast. You can follow me on the...
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Episode 203 - Garou: Mark of the wolves
Entering the arena this week is Garou - Mark of the Wolves, originally released in the arcades and then getting it's break on the Dreamcast. I really wish I had played this back in the day. This week, I am joined by Raging Demon from the Kommand List podcast. You can follow me on the following...
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Episode 202 - Ristar
Ristar the Sonic killer, well that was what he was called at the time. Surprisingly this game was only released on the mega drive and game gear with no other sequels. Made by the Sonic Team, this was a very different game where one little star needs to go out to save his father....by headbutting...
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Episode 201 - Pokémon Trading Card Game
It is time for more Pokémon. I cannot get enough of this series. This time we are talking about the Pokémon trading card game. I played this to death when I was a kid and now that it is on the NSO, it gave me the perfect excuse to play it all over again. This week I am joined by the great Jake...
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Episode 200 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
We have reached episode 200!! I cannot believe we have got this far. To celebrate this, we are doing one of, if not, the best game of all time, The Legend of Zelda - Ocarina of Time for the N64. This is long episode...I think our longest by a mile. I am joined by good friend Richard Jago, the…
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Episode 199 - Land of Illusion starring Mickey Mouse
It is our first Mickey Mouse game of the show which is a huge surprise and we are playing Land of Illusion on the Master System. What a little Gem this is. This week, I am joined by Dave McG. Will he like it as much as I did? You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk...
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Episode 198 - Dino Crisis
Dino Crisis....Resident Evil with Zombies. Let's be honest, it is the easiest way to describe it. I played this as a kid, after my brother was done with it. So I decided to bring my brother, Phil, to talk about our memories growing up and have a good old chin wag about Regina and friends. You can...
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Episode 197 - Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie's Double Trouble
Let's finish off the Donkey Kong Country Trilogy with number 3. Some like it, some don't. But what will I think? Join me as Dixie and Kiddie join forces to save Donkey and Diddy from doom. This week, I am joined by Blaine the Hoagie Man from the Retro Rydas podcast. You can follow me on the...
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Episode 196 - Final Fantasy IV
Final Fantasy time again. This time we are playing the first super nintendo game, Final Fantasy IV where we follow Cecil's rise from Dark Knight to Paladin. A beautiful story of redemption and love. This week, I am joined by Captain N from the Retrotopia podcast. You can follow me on the…
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Episode 195 - Castlevania: Circle of the moon
The old man just can't stay dead can he. We once again head to Dracula's lair to tell the old vampire to rest. Join me on a journey with a new hero, Nathan Graves, as we try to save our mentor and get rid of Dracula once and for one. I am joined this week by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia...
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Episode 194 - Shining Soul
Today on the show, me and Richard Jago from the Watchers Rewatch podcast attempt to play Shining Soul, a prequel game from the Shining Force series. The problem was, I liked Shining Force but I hate this with a passion. I am pretty sure Richard hates it as well. You can follow me on the following...
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Episode 193 - Advance Wars: Dual Strike
This has been a bit late but we are off to war once more. This time we are playing Advance Wars - Dual Strike, the third game in the series. Yes, I forgot the second one. This week I am joined by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast. Both of us struggled with this game because believe me, it…
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Episode 192 - Mega Man X2
It is Mega Man time once again and this episode we are looking at Mega Man X2 for the Super Nintendo. I loved Mega Man X and I thought, I have to love the second game surely. This week, I am joined by Captain N from the Retrotopia podcast as we battle the forces of evil together. You can follow…
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Episode 191 - SNK vs Capcom Card Fighters' Clash
SNK vs Capcom Card Fighters' Clash could possibly be one of the best games I have played this year. I am so happy I got to play this game as I love a good card game. This was SNK's game they had whilst playing with the Capcom licence. Everyone was shocked they decided to make a card game first…
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Episode 190 - Dragon Quest III
Grab your sword and shield, we are off on an adventure once more in Dragon Quest III. I love this game and have a silly amount of versions of this. Odd that I only started playing it two years ago. I have played the NES, SNES and soon to be 2D-HD remake. This week, I am joined by Storm Beagle…
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Episode 189 - Final Fight Streetwise
Time to hit the Street and play the game that destroyed the Final Fight franchise, Streetwise. This PlayStation 2....game...was a huge slug fest to finish and gets swept up by the whole GTA3 fad, as it doesn't know what it wants to be. This week, I am joined by Richard Jago from the Buffy and…
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Episode 188 - Legacy of Kain - Soul Reaver
With spooky times apporaching it is time for a spooky game with Legacy of Kain - Soul Reaver for the playstation one. A game where it pays to be a vampire and also good at voice acting. This week, I am joined by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast. You can follow me on the following socials:...
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Episode 187 - Alex Kidd in Shinobi World
Alex Kidd again....but this time I liked it. Yes, who would of thought. Alex Kidd in Shinobi World is a parody version of Sega's Shinobi and it was great fun. I am joined once again by Dave McG to see by change of heart in the flesh. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing top 7 videos every three…
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Episode 186 - Captain Planet and the Planteers
This is one of those games where I hated playing it from the start to the finish. Captain Planet. I don't know where to begin. I played this on the Mega Drive and me and Raging Demon had....an experience with this. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing top 7 videos every three days. Subscribe here…
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Episode 185 - Metroid - Zero Mission
We are going after the Metroids as play Metroid - Zero Mission. This is a remake of the original game on the NES based on the same art style as Metroid - Fusion. I had a blast playing this game and this week I am joined by Storm Beagle from the Retrotopia podcast. You can follow me on the…
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Episode 184 - DragonBall Z: The Legacy of Goku
I am bringing Captain N back on again for another episode. This week, we are looking at DragonBall Z - Legacy of Goku for the GBA. A sorry title that bored me to tears....yes, I do not like this game. Have a listen and you will agree with me too! You can follow me on the following socials…
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Episode 183 - Professor Layton and The Curious Village
We are looking for the Golden Apple. Welcome for the first Professor Layton game for the Nintendo DS, The Curious Village. This magical puzzle adventure has a charming story with beautiful artwork. However, it is extremely tricky with some very engaging puzzles. Trying to solve the mystery with…
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Episode 182 - Pokémon Emerald
Back to some comfort food for me in Pokemon Emerald, the upscaled version of Ruby and Sapphire. This was recorded nearly 4 years ago so be nice :P You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk Instagram: retro_wars_podcast Tiktok: @retrowarsuk Retro Wars is now on YouTube…
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Episode 181 - Command and Conquer: Red Alert
To war we go, with our first look at the Command and Conquer series with Red Alert. I do not have a lot of experience with this franchise but I am prepared to go to battle for my comrades. This week, I am joined by Richard Jago who loves this game way too much. You can follow me on the following...
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Episode 180 - Sonic Rush
Sonic is back for a Nintendo console, this time it is Sonic Rush for the DS. Sonic had a mini revival on the GBA games but can this translate over to the DS. This week I am joined by first timer Master ShadicTH who helps discuss his love for this game. You can follow me on the following socials:...
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Episode 179 - Aladdin (Mega Drive)
It is part 2 on our adventures into the world of Aladdin but this time we are looking at the Mega Drive version. My guest is the Prince of the king of games, Prince Ali..I mean Chris from the Retro Hangover. Will he polish my lamp and will I get my wish? You can follow me on the following…
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Episode 178 - Aladdin (SNES)
Join me on a magic carpet ride as we tackle a two part episode covering both versions of Disney's Aladdin. First up is the Super Nintendo released by Capcom. This week, I am joined by Sick Jake from the Press B to cancel podcast. Will the Super Nintendo be the diamond in the rough or should be...
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Episode 177 - Primal Rage
The Earth has fallen...and now is the time for ...Urth.....I know it is very stupid. This week we are talking about Dinosaurs and Monkeys fighting each other in Primal Rage. An arcade game from Midway that made its way to a host of home consoles. I played the Mega Drive version growing up and…
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Episode 176 - Super Mario Kart
The kart racer that started it all, Super Mario Kart for the Super Nintendo. I did not get to play this too much growing up but thanks to the power of emulators I have played plenty. I go head to head with Capt N from the Retrotopia podcast to see who is king of the track. You can follow me on…
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Episode 175 - Gunstar Heroes
Gunstar Heroes. Often considered one of the best games for the Sega Mega Drive but shockingly one I had never played. Until now. This crazy anime inspired run and gun is bonkers from start to finish but does it still hold up? This week, I am joined by Raging Demon from the Kommand list podcast.…
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Episode 174 - Star Fox 2
Time to fight for the Lylat System once again!!!! The previously unreleased Star Fox 2 was finally set free with the Super Nintendo Mini Classic. It was cancelled with the upcoming N64 even though it was nearly ready to go. Was it a mistake? Should we have had this released? It is time for me and...
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Episode 173 - Turok: Dinosaur Hunter
I head into the jungle to fight Dinosaurs with a bow and arrow...and laser gun. Turok - Dinosaur Hunter. A first person shooter with a very strange plot on the N64. Can myself and Richard Jago save the past, present and future. You can follow me on the following socials: Twitter: @retrowarsuk...
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Episode 172 - Phantasy Star
Myself and Storm Beagle head into space where talk Phantasy Star. One of the most classic JRPGs on the Master System. I had played this as a kid but I was asked to revisit this and I put on my big boy pants and jumped right in. Joining me on this sapce adventure is Storm Beagle from the…
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Episode 171 - Ninja Gaiden
It is time to tackle one of the hardest games on the NES, Ninja Gaiden and it's birds!!!!! Yes, I hate the birds so much in this game, you have to play it to believe it. This week I am joined by newcomer Tyger who I may have borrowed from another show. Retro Wars is now on YouTube doing top 7...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Retro Wars, where each week me and a selection of friends, talk about the video games we used to play back when we were kids.
HOSTED BY
Daniel Carroll
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