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In what could be considered the Video Game Awards on a much smaller scale, the Bit Awards aims to celebrate video games and the people who make them with a focus on the indie scene. David joins in the festivities to chat with honoree and legendary game designer Warren Spector, Yi and the Thousand Moons creator David Su, and Game of the Year winner (and friend of the show) Bill Gardner. While speaking with Warren Spector, David digs deep with some burning questions on his involvement with System Shock 3, working on a Half-Life game when Valve still cared for the franchise, and his original interest to be a movie critic! David and Dominique created something that both looks and sounds beautiful with Yi and the Thousand Moons. Learn what this unique experience is all about, as well as their own experiences playing music games. Finally, David catches up with Bill not long after winning Game of the Year for Perception. Find out what was racing through his head accepting the award from one of his main idols in the industry, and also his kids chime in on their dad taking home the top prize of the night! The 2017 Bit Awards Yi and the Thousand Moons Perception Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter: @ARGpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/ARGpodcast Follow David: @DaGiltyMan
We kick off 2018 with even more retro gaming for your ears, ARGonauts! This time we welcome back previous guests Joe Granato and Rob McCallum to talk about Joe's projects - The New 8-Bit Heroes documentary, his NES game Mystic Searches, and the tool he's creating to make NES games NESmaker. Now you too can make that Launchpad McQuack simulator of your dreams! Things kick off with the news on a Jet Set Radio game that was pitched and shot down by Sega. Does it deserve a chance, or could Sega make a better return for the franchise themselves? We also discuss Retro-Bit releasing something to please R-Type and Holy Diver fans, and Konami appeasing the retro crowd with some Contra and Castlevania love on the Nintendo Switch. The Stage of History keeps in theme with Joe's game where we talk about a couple of NES RPGs - Faxanadu and Crystalis. Robert then brings up the technical marvel that was the NES port of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters in Obscura. Be sure to also stay tuned for game giveaways for Advance Wars-like Tiny Metal and a night out with the craziest characters in Poker Night 2, along with another game of Random Select! Who could David be this time? Dinosaur Games shares Jet Set Radio Evolution visual proof of concept turned down by Sega Retro-Bit Releasing R-Type Compilation, More For Original Nintendo Consoles Konami Could Be Bringing Castlevania, Contra WiiWare Games To Nintendo Switch The New 8-Bit Heroes, Mystic Searches, and NESmaker Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter: @ARGpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/ARGpodcast Follow David @DaGiltyMan Follow Robert @TheDCD
Unleash your artistic side while scratching that retro gaming itch, ARGonauts! We welcome game designer and good buddy Danny Silvers to chat about his artsy brick breaker title Mondrian. We also look back on the brick breaker genre with titles such as Breakout, Arkanoid, and more! Before we aim to bust some blocks, we cover the latest retro gaming related news. We talk about some new mini handhelds coming out based on classic Bandai Namco properties, and also a possible return of the 1080 Snowboarding franchise for Nintendo Switch. We also cover the games we've been playing lately which quickly spirals into a followup to our Mega Man episode. In this week's Stage of History, we shine the spotlight over some classic brick breaker titles such as the pinball hybrid that is Gee Bee, and the Game Boy launch title Alleyway. Robert then brings up Atari's return to their original idea with Off The Wall. Don't forget to also nab our latest game code giveaways, then join us for another game of Random Select! Who could Robert be this week? MY ARCADE DEBUTS NEW COLLECTIBLES LICENSED FROM BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AT CES 2018 New Nintendo Trademark for 1080° Snowboarding Series Sparks Rumors Mondrian - Plastic Reality Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook YouTube Follow David Follow Robert
Are you ready for some football, ARGonauts? We stain the gridiron with blood and guts alongside the mind behind the Mutant League franchise Michael Mendheim! Get a behind the scenes conversation about what went behind the Genesis classics Mutant League Football and Mutant League Hockey, as well as what would have been with Mutant League Basketball. We even give some love for the animated kids show! Before we get Michael on the show, David and Robert cover a couple of news items. We get into the reveal of a new Game Boy being made by Hyperkin, as well as some great discounts on quality 3DS games you need in your library. This week's Stage of History puts us in the pigskin mood with Mutant League Football, and the just as over-the-top title NFL Blitz. Robert keeps the mutant love going in Obscura with his personal favorite Mutant League Hockey. Be sure to also grab hold of not one, but TWO code giveaways for Mutant Football League! Stay tuned for our next ARGcast Mini as we continue our chat with Michael along with game announcer Tim Kitzrow of NBA Jam and NFL Blitz fame. The Game Boy Is The Next Classic Nintendo Product Coming Back To Stores Three classic Nintendo 3DS games are now only $19.99 each Mutant Football League Mutant League on MichaelMendheim.com An NBA Jam Revival Could Be Happening This Year Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook Follow David Follow Robert
Ready for some razzle dazzle, ARGonauts? We continue our Mutant Football League coverage by welcoming Michael Mendheim back on along with the man who puts the BOOM in the SHAKALAKA Tim Kitzrow! Things get weird fast, so buckle up for this wild ride. The drinks pour freely throughout this short discussion with Mutant Football League designer Michael Mendheim and colorful game announcer Tim Kitzrow. We go into the struggles behind making a dream project into a reality, as well as the shocking death of Tim's partner-in-crime on and off the digital field. Never one to turn down an opportunity to put guests on the spot, Robert also asks Tim about the recent rumors that he's working on a brand new NBA Jam game. Could this be a rejuvenation of the arcade sports genre? It's sure shaping that way! Be sure to watch out for more football love later this week as we cover the Tecmo Bowl franchise. If you're a pigskin fan, we got you covered! Mutant Football League Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter: @ARGpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/ARGpodcast Follow David: @DaGiltyMan Follow Robert: @TheDCD
Before you watch the big game on Super Bowl Sunday, join us for a trip down memory lane with Tecmo Bowl! Head Tecmo Bowler Dave Murray chats with us about the football franchise that was king during the 8-bit and 16-bit generations, and still holds an audience today. We also have fond memories shared by listeners like YOU! Let us know your favorite Tecmo Bowl memories. We take care of the news before hitting the field which includes Duke Nukem movie rumors with John Cena attached, and Kodi getting into tricky legalities with adding a retro gaming service. This week's Stage of History serves two retro pigskin classics that each shared separate NFL licenses at the same time - LJN's NFL and Tecmo Bowl. Robert then warps us back to the '70s with Atari Football in Obscura. Don't forget to pick up a game code for Mutant Football League (we got 2 more!), and then join us for another game of Random Select. John Cena In Talks To Portray Duke Nukem On The Big Screen Kodi 18 Leia update will bring in retro gaming but with a piracy risk Tecmo Bowlers TecmoBowl.org Tecmo Madison Tournament Tecmo Bowl vs. RBI Baseball Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook Follow David Follow Robert
Duke it out in a galaxy far, far away, ARGonauts! David speaks with Will and Lee of Sector-K Games about their slick-looking fighting game Punch Planet. Join us as we discuss its main influences, gameplay elements, and kooky cast of characters. Yes, there is a dog! Fighting games lately have not been in a better place than they are now. From heavy hitters like Street Fighter V and Mortal Kombat X to brand new entries like Dragon Ball FighterZ and Skullgirls, there seems to be room for a new challenger to enter the ring. That's exactly what the team at Sector-K are hoping for in Punch Planet, and so far it's landing all of its blows. Learn all about the mechanics in Punch Planet, the story mode that's in progress, as well as what goes into balancing a character like the four-legged assassin Dog. If you're tired of brawling on the streets, then learn to take a punch in space! Punch Planet We are partnered with Don't Feed The Gamers! Be sure to check out their content for fan-focused gaming content. Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter: @ARGpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/ARGpodcast Follow David: @DaGiltyMan Follow Robert: @TheDCD
Time to hit the Turbo Tunnel, ARGonauts! We are looking back at one of our all time favorite franchises in this episode - Battletoads! We go from the 1991 NES game's memorable release to the 1994 gorefest that was the arcade game, and beyond with the recent cameo appearances by the slimy trio. Plus David and Robert ponder what a brand new Battletoads game would look like today. We can only hope! Before we start the lovefest, we break down the latest retro gaming news including discovery of a lost Donkey Kong music game for the Famicom! That's followed by some controversial topics regarding the longstanding Dragster world record, and also Nolan Bushnell's rescinding of a GDC award. The Stage of History hits hard this week with the additions of the ultimate teamup Battletoads & Double Dragon, and the "decapithon" that is Battletoads Arcade! Robert keeps the momentum going afterwards with Battletoads in Battlemaniacs in Obscura. You also won't want to miss out on game code giveaways for Nongunz and Wulverblade. Grab 'em like flies out of the air! Nintendo's (First) Lost Donkey Kong Game - The Video Game History Foundation Patreon Longest-standing video game record declared ‘impossible,’ thrown out after 35 years - Polygon #NotNolan: why game creators are speaking out against the founder of Atari - The Verge Game Developers Conference Rescinds Atari Founder's Award Nom Amid Outcry - Rolling Stone A Tale of Two Paddles – An Atari Pong TV Show Is In the Works - Comicbook.com I Made Getting Over It's Bennett Foddy Play The Hardest Level Of Battletoads, Because He Deserved It - Kotaku We are partnered with Don't Feed The Gamers! Be sure to check out their content for fan-focused gaming content. Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook Follow David Follow Robert
Seek a higher power, ARGonauts! We welcome our very special guest Eric Bailey AKA "Nintendo Legend" to discuss a couple of things near and dear to his heart - video games and religion! Learn how uptight Nintendo was in having no Christian themes in ALMOST all games on its platforms. All faiths point to the Triforce! Before we test our faith, we hit the news with big revelations, such as the mystery of Toad's debunked by Nintendo, and King of Kong villain Billy Mitchell having his high scores put to question. We also take a look at a really fun new Doom mod that Overwatch fans will definitely want to check out. In this week's Stage of History, we break bread with Wisdom Tree's title that almost became Hellraiser (for real) Super 3D Noah's Ark, as well as the over-the-top violent franchise-starter God of War. Robert then gets Biblical with the Hell-touring title Dante's Inferno in Obscura. Pray that you're the first to grab our game code giveaways, then test your gaming faith in another round of Random Select. Toad's mushroom head is in fact his head, not a hat, Nintendo confirms ‘King of Kong’ star Billy Mitchell lied, claims Donkey Kong world-record analysis This Mod Lets You Play With Overwatch Weapons In the Classic Doom A Look At The Religious Censorship in Nintendo of America's Games Eric Bailey on Twitter We are partnered with Don't Feed The Gamers! Be sure to check out their content for fan-focused gaming content. Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook Follow David Follow Robert
We talk about romance... and everything in retro gaming! Join us along with special guests Nick Shively of MMOGames and his wife (and everything) Lori Dierinzo as we dive into our favorite love stories and couples in gaming history. You'll pick up on the inside joke (and everything) soon enough! We first hit the news where we have a followup from Billy Mitchell on the Donkey Kong high score scandal that is rocking the retro gaming landscape currently. Then there are some cool new retro related products that have hit the crowdfunding circuit including the micro-sized PocketSprite, the long (not-so-)awaited N64 port of 40 Winks, and brand new Genesis platformer Tanglewood. In this week's Stage of History, we cover the gamut of love stories from the romantic love triangle in Final Fantasy VIII to the hard-boiled tragedy that is Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne. Robert then welcomes the most obscure title to hit Obscura - the PS2 pucker-upper Chulip! Be sure to also grab our game code giveaways, and stay awhile longer for another game of Random Select. This one truly takes our contestants to the brink! Embattled Donkey Kong Record Holder Billy Mitchell Wants To Clear His Name PocketSprite is a tiny open source ‘Game Boy’ for retro games 40 Winks - A New Nintendo 64 Game Sega Genesis Gets its First New Game in Two Decades SWITCH FACE-TO-FACE TABLETOP ARCADE STAND RELEASING IN MAY We are partnered with Don't Feed The Gamers! Be sure to check out their content for fan-focused gaming content. Got a question, comment, or suggestion for the show? Email us or send a tweet! Follow and Like ARGcast! Twitter Facebook Follow David Follow Robert
