Arcade Attack

Arcade Attack Retro Gaming Podcast

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A lively, accessible and entertaining weekly retro gaming podcast from Keith, Adrian, Dylan and James @ www.arcadeattack.co.uk. We will cover whole episodes on single retro gaming classics, discuss the latest retro news and topics, broadcast interviews with some of the true legends of the industry or whatever else may take our fancy! Like what we do? Please support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/arcadeattacke9a54c71b4e7f21321be42e68c350c0b97237d22

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Arcade Attack

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

The Last of Us 12.04.2023

Keith and the gang finally open up the can of worms/mushrooms that is The Last of Us. Naughty Dog's behemoth has been wowing gamers since its release on the PS3 in 2013, but how good is it? Also seems a good time to discuss HBO's slick small-screen adaptation. Here's 2.5 hours of TLOU goodness. And we might just discuss the sequel later this year. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a...

The Best Year in Gaming: 2004! 29.03.2023

What a year for gaming 2004 was! Half-Life 2, Halo 2, lots of games that don't have '2' in. Adrian brings all of them to the table along with the comings and goings in TV, movies, and music charts of the year. But, is it truly the best year for video games?! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Ins...

Retro Gaming News Roundup - March 2023 15.03.2023

James updates the gang on recent happenings in the retro gaming world including the impossible being achieved on ZX Spectrum and one of your favourite 8-bit games in VR. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on yo...

The Craziest & Most Iconic Unlockable Characters in Video Game History! 01.03.2023

We're not even kidding, these unlockables are KER-A-ZY! Adrian shares some of the weirder things you can unlock on your favourite video games. Not suitable for younger ears.  Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast...

Better than the Spectrum and the C64 - it’s the Amstrad CPC 464?? 15.02.2023

Have we lost our minds? We'd like to think not. James gives us the lowdown on a machine that didn't get the praise it deserves. Shame it was launched by that bloke off the Apprentice. It's the AlanSugarsTrading CPC 464! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribi...

The Best Year in Gaming: 1996! 01.02.2023

Adrian shares all the best bits of the legendary gaming year that was 1996. From Super Mario 64, GoldenEye, Quake and loads more classics! Was 1996 truly the best year in video game history? Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro...

The Best 16-bit Sports Games 18.01.2023

It's about time we did this! The boys bring their favourite 16-bit sports games to the table for discussion and it's a humdinger! From NBA Jam to Sensible Soccer and load more curveballs thrown in for good measure! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to...

The Secrets of SEGA - Erik Wahlberg Interview (SEGA & EA Legend) 04.01.2023

Erik Wahlberg (SEGA legend and friend of Arcade Attack) shares some amazing and unheard stories about his time working at SEGA during the 90s. This is an episode which needs to be heard to really get an understanding of how SEGA was run during its heyday!  Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Insta...

We’re taking a little break - see you in 2023 28.12.2022

We hope you're all having a wonderful holiday season. See you next week! Dyl Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podcast platform. We are on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube and all your other favourite platforms - here are three handy links: https://www.arcadeattack.co.uk/podcasts/ https://link.chtbl.com/gAXAOwic https://ww...

Christmas 2022 Secret Santa and High Street Rant! 21.12.2022

Dylan leads the 2022 Xmas "bonanza" for the last time... Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podcast platform. We are on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube and all your other fav...

Ade’s Amazing Game Ideas! 14.12.2022

Remember that time that Rob did 30 game ideas in 60 minutes? Well, Ade thought he'd have a crack at the champ with him in the room. Enjoy. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podcast platform....

The Golden Age of Multiplayer Gaming! 07.12.2022

James takes the gang on a whistlestop tour of multiplayer gaming. Hold on to your hats! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podcast platform. We are on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,...

Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker - The Video Games 30.11.2022

As Rob promised last week, here's his take on the best (and worst) games spawned from the legendary Moonwalker, starring the legendary Michael Jackson! Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please also consider subscribing to the Arcade Attack Retro Gaming podcast on your favourite podca...

Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker - The Movie! 23.11.2022

We've a special guest to help us (moon)walk through Michael Jackson's Moonwalker, a movie that's either a vital piece of 80s pop culture or a mess of epic proportions that does the "King of Pop" absolutely no favours whatsoever. You decide. Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Instagram . Please al...

George Sanger - VGM LEGEND - Interview 16.11.2022

Errr, it's sort of an interview (you'll see). Adrian asked the VGM legend George Sanger (The Fat Man) for a text interview for Arcade Attack. George went above and beyond and recorded his answers in video form.  He's an American musician who has composed music for computer and video games. Some of his best-known works include The 7th Guest, Wing Commander, Hard Nova, Maniac Mansion (NES version),...

Video Game Music Covers (VGM) - Volume 2 09.11.2022

Join James as he takes another wander through some amazing video game music covers in volume two of this podcast.  He's got jazz, electro, rock and acapella for your listening pleasure. So sit back, relax and enjoy a selection of classic video game music with a twist! Sonic the Hedgehog - Chemical Plant Zone by Retro Remix Revue.  SF2 Ken's Theme - Charlie Parra Del Riego. Overworld Theme from Sup...

Returning to Monkey Island - Dave Grossman Interview (LucasArts Legend) 02.11.2022

Dave Grossman is a true LucasArts legend. He helped create The Secret of Monkey Island, Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge, Day of the Tentacle and Full Throttle! His humour and artistic talents can be clearly seen across his many famous titles. Enjoy this fun interview with true gaming royalty.  Dave discusses his work with Ron Gilbert, the difficulties of getting Return to Monkey Island made, th...

Top 25 Nintendo Wii Games of All Time! 26.10.2022

It's time for another "definitive" Top 25 list! This time we maul the library of everyone's gran's favourite console, the Nintendo Wii. Where does Mario and Zelda rank in the top 25! Listen now to find out! Please consider supporting us today on Patreon at:  www.patreon.com/arcadeattack Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and c...

The Most Divisive Video Game of All Time? The Amazing Story of Cory in the House (Nintendo DS) 19.10.2022

Warning: this podcast contains strong language and themes not suitable for children! What is the most divisive video game of all time? What game did you love, but critics hate? Well, there is one game that surely Trumps them all!  With an almost perfect Metacritic score and reviews so intense and devoted you'll be forgiven for feeling a little scared! This mystery game's amazing story needs be to...

Grim Fandango 12.10.2022

One of LucasArts' last ever adventure games, Grim Fandango was equal parts critical acclaim and commercial failure. You can play it on literally any platform but is it worth a look? Keith and Adrian take the opportunity to wax lyrical about Tim Schafer's masterpiece. Dyl is less impressed... Please consider supporting us today on Patreon at:  www.patreon.com/arcadeattack Fancy discussing this podc...

Kevin Riepl Interview - VGM Legend - Gears of War Composer 05.10.2022

Kevin Riepl is a composer, musician and instrumentalist who has worked on film, TV and video games for the past 20 years.  He shares with us how he started in the industry, developed his own unique sounds and became involved in some of the biggest games out there including the Unreal Tournament series and Gears of War.  Kevin also gives us a glimpse into his creative process, the pressures and str...

The Golden Age of Real-Time Strategy (RTS) Games! 28.09.2022

From Dune 2 to Warcraft, Total Annihilation to Command and Conquer and Starcraft to Age of Empires, there have been some truly ground-breaking real-time strategy games! But when did the genre reach its golden era? And why did the genre slowly fade away? James is here to discuss the true rollercoaster ride of RTS games, looking at the amazing highs and agonising lows! Is the genre having an unexpec...

LucasArts Tales with Brad Taylor - Creating the SCUMM System 21.09.2022

Brad Taylor was a key cog in the LucasArts machine and worked his magic on the infamous SCUMM engine. This was used in so many classic LucasArts titles, such as The Secret of Monkey Island, Le Chuck's Revenge, Day of the Tentacle, Sam & Max Hit the Road and lots more! Brad worked closely with Ron Gilbert to create, update and implement the SCUMM engine to some truly classic titles. Brad reflec...

Sound Test Vol.5 - 1v1 Fighting Games 13.09.2022

Or 3v3 fighting games if you want, ha ha! Our Keith is back with another amazing selection of gaming tunes, this time of the fighting genre! No spoilers, just dive in and enjoy. Please consider supporting us today on Patreon at:  www.patreon.com/arcadeattack Fancy discussing this podcast? Fancy suggesting a topic of conversation? Please tweet us  @arcadeattackUK  and catch us on  Facebook  or  Ins...

American McGee Interview - Alice & id Software 07.09.2022

American McGee is a hugely respected video game designer who created the infamous Alice titles. He started his career in gaming at id Software, working on numerous DOOM and Quake games. Out of the blue he got sacked, which led him to join EA and fall down the rabbit hole to create the highly acclaimed American McGee's Alice! American reflects on his amazing career in this honest and fascinating in...

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