Twincast Pod

Ride shotgun in our Warthog as we examine one of the most influential console shooters ever in this month’s episode: Halo. Expert Lex joins Kylie, Cam and Clark and schools us not only at the game, but in its history and why it is still important today.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We hop into the Chron-o-John and travel back to the golden age of point and click adventures to revisit Day of the Tentacle. Zane rejoins the show to help us thwart Purple Tentacle, and free humanity from domestic pethood!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We are joined by Kylie as we unload our 12 carton pack of monkey balls break them one by one to build this hot take omelet. Super monkey ball stands the test of time... join us to find out why!Thanks to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

In the early ’90s, the console war wasn’t just fought with blast processing and mode-7—it was fought with Aladdin. We welcome Kylie onto the show, and she helps us break down this epic battle. Join us as we jump, glide, and run through the details of this battle that helped define the console wars of the '90s.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Beg your parents for spare coins, and pray you have enough cash to get to the end of this episode where we break down an arcade classic: The Simpson's Arcade.Guest host Peter joins as we discuss how arcades were core to our early video game hobby.Thanks to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Dust off your PS2, because we are trekking to the Forbidden Lands for some truly monolithic banter. Join Cameron, Clark, and Cody—three shaggy-bearded wanderers who ramble almost as much as the colossi— as they dive deep into Shadow of the Colossus. We attempt to unpack why this 2005 masterpiece still looms large today, and which Giant will win Cody's heart. Thanks to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We revisit a pint sized adventure of epic proportions from 2004 to see if this Gameboy Advance Game from 2004 still has a big enough heart in modern times.As explained in the video, we are now allowing all games that are at least 20 years old, so this makes the first entry we have discussed past the year 2000. Thanks to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We take a tumble into the chaotic cube-world of Devil Dice! Brian Sperry joins us as we roll, and steal our way through this hidden (and very addictive) gem on the PS1. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. Cam provided the thumbnail artwork for this episode. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Let us know in the comments how we disrespected your favorite PS1 track! Subscribing is the best way to let us know you like this kind of content! Our 4th Diet Twincast Episodes puts us in a tough spot as we discuss the best 32-bit tunes on the PS 1 from legendary games such as Final Fantasy, Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil, Chrono Cross and more! Only one will come out on top, so join us as we discuss, whittle down the field and ultimately choose the TwinCast PS1 song champ! Drop your favorite SNES tune in the comments. It was impossible to not leave off some favorites, so advocate your song and maybe we will do another bracket. Included covers from songs we talk about in the episode. Be sure to check them out: Chrono Cross - Time's scar cover by @grissini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xw_BT7LCaSw@ThomasPrimeCCR - Sky High (Chrono Cross - Dreams of the Shore Near Another World Remix) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Il_G6a6kW6s@PoopPoopFart - On the Beach of Dreams • Another World [Chrono Cross] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKQx6T-Ujzs

It's up to the crew to save not only famous archeologist Dr. Jones, but their dignity from a pig that dares disrespect them!Core lifelong friend Gene finally joins the twins to discuss one of their favorite games, StarTropics. Long forgotten by Nintendo, but not by us, we dive deep and uncover it's many secrets.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We take up our crowbars and whack Zane for all the info he has on this Classic Valve shooter. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. Cam provided the thumbnail artwork for this episode. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We try to avoid an ancient curse as we loot the history of the oldest game we have tackled yet: Montezuma's Revenge. Some of our earliest memories was watching our older sister play this game, so we've invited Nicole Struthers (who we have always known as Nicki) to join us to share her experience revisiting this game.As a proto-Metroidvania, it brought a lot to the table in 1984. Is it outclassed today, or can it still run with the big boys?Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

The crew blows out the cartridge and takes on the FPS juggernaut GoldenEye 64 to decide once and for all whether it’s an all-time classic or an absolute lemon. Join us for some split-screen mayhem and too-deep philosophical conversations on the merits of strafing.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Join us as we explore the second pillar of the Metroidvania genre, turning it upside down as we determine if this game is still worth it to spend your hard earned time on it today. Metroidvania expert Matt calls in to chat with the rest of the crew who are experimenting with an in person setup this week.The video unfortunately did not work out for this episode, so we had to make due with some still pictures from our conversation.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Our 3rd Diet Twincast Episodes puts us in a tough spot as we discuss the best 16-bit tunes on the Super Nintendo. Only one will come out on top, so join us as we discuss, whittle down the field and ultimately choose the TwinCast SNES song champ! Drop your favorite SNES tune in the comments. It was impossible to not leave off some favorites, so advocate your song and maybe we will do another bracket. Included covers from songs we talk about in the episode. Be sure to check them out: Corridors of Time cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUat-lVeNbo @RichaadEB Stickerbrush Symphony cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSqYgIHgqFI @PoopPoopFart Terra’s Theme cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-C-lnjCSykw @EpicGameMusic Title Theme Super Metroid cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joKzKb7xgl8 @PontusHultgren

Mario Land is under siege by an enigma from Mario's past! We discuss our efforts to help Mario regain control of his kingdom from the iron fist of Wario.Thanks to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork!Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We are sent on a mission infiltrate this nearly 30 year old game and try to extract its secrets, but in our efforts to stop the terrorists we accidentally set off multiple truth bombs.Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGSRSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Gear up, and prepare to become giblets as you enter our slipgate! Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

The crew party up and drag Cody’s coffin through a perilous dungeon to plunge the depths of one of the most storied games in a storied franchise: Dragon Quest III. Clark’s nostalgic perspective clashes with Trevor’s fresh eyes on the series and Cam balances everything out as we get to the bottom of how this game stacks up today. Join us for our most epic quest yet! Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes.  YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

An epic quest awaits us as we tackle an adventure game classic, King's Quest V. Join us as we avoid certain death around every turn, and determine if this game is worth your time. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. Cam provided the thumbnail art for this episode. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Two of our favorite worlds are colliding, and we have to talk about it. Join us as we discuss our history with MTG and Final Fantasy, and what we hope comes of this collaboration. Clark provided the thumbnail artwork for this episode. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

We follow Ridley's trail all the way back to planet Zebes, to dive deep and explore this certified classic from the Super Nintendo. Trevor, Cam and Clark are joined by Metroid expert and longtime friend Matt to break everything down and bring peace to the galaxy. Cam provided the thumbnail artwork for this episode. Our esteemed colleague, Trevor is the composer of the intro and outro themes. YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

Something is awakening within us, and nothing can control this powerhouse of a panel as we dish our opinions on Parasite Eve, a  Cinematic/Horror Role playing game from Square. Trevor, Cam and Clark are joined by 90’s video game vet Cody to dissect this grotesque beauty that used the power of mitochondria to evolve to the pinnacle of technology in 1998… but does it hold up today?  Thanks as always to Cinthhh for the awesome Podcast artwork! YouTube Video Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvti-ejmxgCG4szcmaIlvMzym_9S-ANGS RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss

The wavelengths are nostalgic for our first "diet" episode where we've stuck some of our favorite NES tunes into a bracket. We've brought objective judge Trevor onboard, and we vote for which song should win our first ever bracket challenge. We know, we know: we've missed some of your favorites. Please comment below on your favorite tracks, and if we get enough respond we can do another episode! RSS feed link to add our podcast on your favorite service: https://anchor.fm/s/f92492f4/podcast/rss I spent a lot of time building an interactive bracket for this episode, you should check it out on the YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvfeYAsKopk Credit couple songs used for this episode: "[Hardcore] - Ducktales OST - Moon Theme (Arcien Remix)" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiNbVIEyltQ&t=0s - @SyferMusic "Della’s Moon Lullaby (DuckTales) 【covered by Anna】"- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APQdgFdSyxo - @annapantsu "Bloody tears" CastleVania Cover - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_Q1rXhHL6g - @kaedekisaragi

Trevor joins the Shining Force as we examine the Sega Genesis tactical role playing game Shining Force 2. Shining Force distinguished itself from other RPG's at the time by combining tactile, unit based chess like battles with over world exploration and NPC interaction not commonly seen in other tactic games. We have tons of thoughts, so join us on our quest to see how this game stacks up today and to take down the god of gains. Link to Reddit Thread:   / what_are_your_thoughts_about_shining_force...   Epic Speedrun by BOWIEtheHERO:    • Shining Force II [Any%] by BOWIEtheHE...   We stream here:   / retrotwincast   E-mail- [email protected] Thanks to Cinthhh for Podcast artwork!

How does this NES Game from 1988 hold up today? Join us for an in depth conversation about one of the most nostalgic games from our youth to get our opinion on if you should check this game out for yourself today. Thanks to Cinthhh for Podcast artwork! E-mail- [email protected] https://www.reddit.com/r/retrogaming/comments/1di36x9/what_are_your_thoughts_about_blaster_master_for/