Codex History of Video Games with Mike Coletta and Tyler Ostby

With the official shutdown of the Xbox 360 store, Tyler and Mike decided to take an episode to talk about the Xbox 360 (again). They discuss the hardware, games, and features of Xbox Live that made the Xbox 360 kickstart online gaming as we know it today. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler talk about the 1994 fighting game Shaq Fu! They discuss Mike's experience playing the game and the reception of the game at launch. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler are out on vacation! Enjoy this rerelease of episode 25! The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Tyler and Mike are joined by Mat Bradley-Tschirgi author of Star Trek Video Games: An Unofficial Guide to the Final Frontier . They discuss all things Star Trek video games and Mat's process behind the book. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler tier list the "worst" games not on their gameplay, but their development history and cultural significance. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler have a mailbag episode! They discuss video games, Titanic, and play twenty questions. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler talk about Lego games in the year 1999! They cover Lego Friends, Lego Rock Raiders, and Lego Racers. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler talk about now defunct game retailers. They discuss Babbages, Software Etc., FuncoLand, and more! The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Tyler and Mike talk about the history of the Unreal Engine. They also discuss the history of game engines in general. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike is out sick. Please enjoy this episode where Tyler and Mike talk about the 1996 Electronic Entertainment Expo! The source for this episode is The Ultimate History of Video Games by Steven L. Kent. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler read listener email and Discord questions! They discuss Apple in gaming, play a fun new game, and so much more. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler discuss the Lego games of 1998. That includes Lego Loco, Lego Chess, and Lego Creator. They also delve into the world of PC emulation. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Tyler and Mike talk about Persona 3! They cover the breakthrough of the Social Link system as well and the best way to play today. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler talk about the first two Lego games—Lego Fun to Build for the Sega Pico and Lego Island for Windows. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike is out of town this week. Enjoy this remastered episode where Tyler and Mike talk about the release of the 32-bit consoles. 

Tyler and Mike have a mailbag episode! They discuss TV and movies to games, Final Fantasy XIV, and how Mike is not a real gamer. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler are out this week so enjoy this Codex Remastered of episode 22! In part two of A Post 16-Bit World, Tyler and Mike talk about the events leading up to the 1995 Electronic Entertainment Expo. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler are joined by author Ryan Janes to talk about his new book  The Most Relaxing Games . Follow Ryan on Twitter and Instagram . The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler revisit Super Mario Kart, totally intentionally of course. They go through the gameplay and development inspiration behind the game. As well as the lasting legacy of cart racing games. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Tyler and Mike talk about Persona 2: Eternal Punishment! They go into the plot of the game as well as confusion around its release and rereleases. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler read listener emails and Discord posts! They talk a lot about movies, TV, and their relationship to video games. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler are joined once again by author and podcaster Alyse Knorr! They discuss Goldeneye 007 for Nintendo 64. Check out Alyse Knorr's book Goldeneye 007 on Bossfight Books ! 

Mike and Tyler dive into the urban legend Polybius. Mike says "in the weeds" so much this episode and that's where they are! The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Mike and Tyler have funny comedian and streamer Lisa Wallen on the podcast to convince Mike and Tyler they need to play more soulslike games. Follow Lisa on Twitch or Instagram @wisallalen! The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.

Tyler and Mike continue their series on Persona and discuss the second installment of the franchise. The theme music is by RoccoW. The logo was created by Dani Dodge.