PixelTunes Radio VGM Podcast

  Download Episode 63: “Battle Clash Crescendo” here! While the SNES Super Scope went largely ignored by the gaming community in the mid-nineties, those who owned one were treated to two of the best light-gun based games on the market. … Continue reading →

Download Episode 62: “Mega Man X-travaganza” here! In 1994, Capcom unleashed Mega Man X on the SNES, revitalizing the Mega Man series and spawning an entirely new set of sequels. Keiji Inafune was at the helm, and upgraded every aspect … Continue reading →

Download Episode 61: “PTR Retro-spective” here! Join the PTR guys as they take a look back at the last 60 episodes! Mike and Ed each choose their tracks from the OTHER host’s selections from past shows, and they play some of … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 60: “Free Picks Gaiden” here! It’s Episode 60, and that means it’s time for a “free pick” show! Mike and Ed both make some Sonic Mayhem (literally!) with tracks from Wild 9 and Quake 2! They picked … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 59: “Star Fox” here! It’s a Star Fox PTR, just in time for the much-anticipated release of Star Fox Zero on the Wii U! Mike and Ed take a stroll through the Lylat System, visiting all of … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 58: “CORE Design” here! The game development company known as CORE Design humbly began in a small Victorian house in Derby, England back in 1988. They may be best known for creating the eponymous Tomb Raider franchise, … Continue reading →

Download Episode 57: “Sega CD” here! The Sega CD (known as the Mega CD in Japan and Europe) was a device that attached to the Genesis/ Mega Drive console, and added extra processing power and huge CD-ROM storage capacity. Developers … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 56: “Elemental Master” Here! TecnoSoft released Elemental Master to North American audiences in 1993 with very little fanfare. The unassuming vertical shoot ’em up wasn’t destined for retail greatness,  but that doesn’t mean it was a bad … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 55: “Capcom vs SNK” Here! It’s the Matchup of the Century!  The PTR boys were guests on episode 49 of VGM podcast Pixelated Audio to discuss SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos. Now Bryan and James have joined … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 54: The Music of Final Fantasy” Here! The Final Fantasy series is celebrated not only for it’s engaging characters, powerful storylines, and impressive graphics, but it’s wonderful music as well. Composers like Kenji Ito and Ryuji Sasai … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 53: “Sweatin’ With the Indies Mixtape Edition” Here! This is “Episode 53: Sweatin’ with the Indies” with all the fat cut out! By popular demand, we’ve trimmed down our show into a music-only mix! So hit the … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 53: “Sweatin’ With the Indies” Here! Happy New Year!  Ed and Mike are pumped for what PTR has in store for 2016, and they’re starting it off with a bang. This show is a collection of fantastic … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 52: “Famicom Exclusives with WiiGuy” Here! WiiGuy is back! Mike and Ed had so much fun hanging out with the NES soundtrack fanatic and retro gaming YouTuber last time that they’ve invited him to do another episode. … Continue reading →

Download Episode 51: “Winter Special 2” Here! ‘Tis the season! Winter is upon us, and Mike and Ed thaw out a new batch of chilly, wonderful ice level tunes to get you in the mood for the holidays.  The also … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 50: “Free Picks 2 Turbo: Hyper Fighting” Here! Round 2! Fight!  Ed and Mike duke it out again with another Free Pick episode!  The guys roll out some of their favorite tunes from Iku Mizutani, Alberto J. … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 49: “Movie Mayhem” Here! Lights!  Camera!  VGM! Video games based on movies have generally garnered themselves a bad reputation. While it does seem that most of them were rushed out the door by their publishers, many of those … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 48: “Jaleco Jams” Here! Game developer and publisher Jaleco was the underdog, struggling for a foothold in the gaming industry alongside giants like Capcom and Konami. While they may not have been as successful as their competitors, they … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 47: “Spooky Tunes 2” Here! It’s SpoOOoOoOOky Tunes 2! THRILL – To a collection of monstrous VGM tracks, from ghastly composers like Alberto Jose Gonzalez, Jake Kaufman, and Naoki Kodaka! CHILL – As Mike and Ed dig their … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 46: “Castlevania vol. 2 – Handhelds” Here! It’s our first show of October, and as promised 1 year ago this month, Mike and Ed are back with another podcast focusing on Castlevania!  This time, the guys tackle the portable … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 45 – “Classic Sportstacular” Here! Shoot! Dive! Kick! Run! Mike and Ed swing for the fences in this super-sporty episode of PixelTunes Radio. Jam to a bunch of classic tracks from names like Koji Kondo and Jeroen Tel, … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 44 – “Shmup Trax 2” Here! Mike and Ed take to the skies again in an episode featuring more music from their favorite shoot ’em up titles!  Expect tons of danceable grooves, some hard rock, and… the blues? … Continue reading →

  Download Episode 43 – “Epic Endings with Cam Werme” Here! There’s something amazing about the music that plays at the end of games. Is it the sense of accomplishment?  The flourish and emotion? Or is it something else? Mike and … Continue reading →

Download Episode 42: “Mega Man 2 vs. Mega Man 3” Here! Two of the best NES soundtracks ever recorded are on show in this episode: Takashi Tateishi’s amazing music from Mega Man 2, and the outstanding Mega Man 3 soundtrack, composed … Continue reading →

Download Episode 41: “Free Pick Championship Edition” Here! Havoc vs. Socket. Morrigan vs. Blinx. Giana vs. Trace! It’s a free pick episode with a twist! Mike and Ed have selected some of their favorite songs to share, and they’re pitting them … Continue reading →

Download Episode 40: “Fan Favorites” Here! It’s our first listener-powered episode!  Every track in this podcast was submitted by our awesome community of VGM fans.  Enjoy an eclectic selection of amazing tunes as Mike and Ed share their thoughts on the … Continue reading →