Retro VGM Revival Hour

Konami was once synonymous with challenge, high quality and innovation going all the way back to the 8-bit era. The name was well known for great gameplay and amazing franchises, but over the past few years, this company seems to have lost its way. Konami fans have been clamoring to see a return of some of gaming’s most revered titles for some time, but all fan requests seem to have fallen on deaf...

Do you remember what it was like back then to walk into an arcade? To many, the best thing to ever experience was spending time in the good old arcades. Which bring us to the recently released documentary THE LOST ARCADE! A documentary portrait of the New York Chinatown Fair and its denizens, THE LOST ARCADE is a eulogy for and a celebration of the arcade gaming community, tenacity, and Dance Danc...

So you Just came back from trick-or-treating and ready to unwind. you Don’t need to go to any party because You already partied last weekend. You could watch a horror movie, But you already did that Earlier in the day. Why not spend the creepiest hours of All Hallows' Eve listening to a some spooky video game tracks instead? So dim the lights and cuddle up real close as we're about to embrace our...

The fourth generation of consoles produced some of the most divisive and bitter rivalry ever seen in the history of video games. The two main contenders, The Sega Genesis and The Super Nintendo, waged a war against one another unlike anything ever seen before, which is why this STAGE of the Retro VGM Revival Hour is dedicated to the console wars of the 90s pitting the Sega Genesis and the Super Ni...

In video Games We all like to immerse ourselves as much as we can with whatever game we are playing. To see ourselves as the hero. To become part of a world where we can be heroes, kings, warriors, and doing whatever we can as we conquer, save and survive extraordinary adventures in faraway lands. This particular type of game is not one you dip into from time to time. This is the type of game that...

It’s really hard to believe that it’s been almost 3 decades since we were first introduced to Konami’s Castlevania, which has become its very own institution in gaming. We still remember those first few steps we took with Simon Belmont, on his request to destroy Dracula and his army of ghouls and monsters. And since then, the series has gradually grown into something stronger, thanks to the additi...

Long before the Wii brought casual games to consoles and mobile devices kick started a new era of pick-up-and-play and socially driven titles for gamers and non-gamers alike, there were puzzle games. Of all the classic video game genres, puzzle games are among the most classic,Whether you prefer a hardcore match-three session, brain teasers or just a five minute distraction on your morning commute...

Platformers are ,for many gamers, the first introduction into the world of video games. Many of them have existed since the inception of arcades, home consoles, portable devices or even the home Personal Computer. There is certainly something about a platform game that’s just right. Certainly, there are many Iconic game titles we can turn to when we're looking for some old-school gaming enjoyment...

It’s almost impossible to overlook the impact of handheld games, there’s no question that a huge part of our gaming lives recently have centered on gaming on the go with actual hand-held systems. Playing amazing games anywhere we want is the goal of any gamer but as much as the hardware might change or upgrade, its the games that we look forward to everytime we dig into our suitcases, book bags or...

It's that time again here at the Retro VGM Revival hour, where you, the fellow listener, have entered another BONUS STAGE. Time to take a little break from the action and distract yourself with something to reward your progress thus far. These are just a selection of random tracks of the past and present as a reward for showing much love and respect to the art of Video Game Music. So sit back and...

You've gotten through our last wave of stages, but now it's time to confront yet another wave of big bad bosses! We've selected some of the biggest, toughest challenges from video games of then and now, and have rounded them up to put on the toughest battles this show has seen yet! Make sure you've saved your progress, stocked up on plenty of Energy Tanks, potions, weapons, and everything you need...

Ninjas: The stealthy, deadly assassins that have captured our imaginations worldwide since they emerged from Japanese history and folklore to find their way into popular culture. C’mon, admit it, we all loved ninjas growing up. Their involvement in video games have allowed gamers the ability to step into the world of a ninja and experience the life of a skilled martial artist. Be honest, What’s be...

From NBA Jam to Tecmo Bowl, sports video games have a close connection to sports fans. These video games allow the fans to simulate their hopes and dreams on the field, ring or stadium and are very popular as a result. And what better way to enjoy your favorite sport games than with some amazing tracks. so this is why this STAGE in the retro VGM revival hour is dedicated to some great music from s...

The Legend of Zelda (or known in japan as ゼルダの伝説 Hepburn: Zeruda no Densetsu) is a high-fantasy action-adventure video game series created by Japanese game designers Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka in 1986 and first appeared on the Famicom Disk System in japan Before being later converted into a cartridge game for the American Nintendo Entertainment System. Centered around link, a green...

The 3rd Generation era of video games brings back very fond memories to many retro gamers. To many Gamers in north america The third generation (sometimes referred to as the 8-bit era) began on October 18, 1985 with the release of the Nintendo Entertainment System , and later in June of 1986 ( about nine months after the NES debut) the Sega Master System. This generation marked the end of the Nort...

Now many console gamers may not know the name "LucasArts", although some of their titles have come to consoles. But LucasArts is much more known in the realm of computer gaming, as many of their titles have been released on a plethora of home computer platforms. From the Atari 8-bit family, to the Commodore 64, and later to the Atari ST, Amiga, FM Towns, IBM PC, and Macintosh computer lines, Lucas...

It’s Halloween season and for me Horror-themed games are fun to play all year round. However, only a select few are best played during Halloween. As a result, horror based games provide not only chills, but bring great memories that amplify the enjoyment of this particular day even more-so. Traditionally, Halloween festivities include trick-or-treating, Horror movie marathons, and costume parties,...

Hard to believe it has been 30 years since we were first told "our princess is in another castle.” For those of you not familiar with the reference, "Super Mario Bros.," one of the most popular video games of all time, turned 30 this year. Super mario bros. has grown to become one of the most popular video game series of all time and it’s main protagonist, Mario , is the closest thing to Mickey Mo...

Today marks 20 year anniversary of the Sony PlayStation and For any product in this vast and unpredictable world of gaming to last that long is undeniably quite an achievement. The PlayStation revolutionized the videogame industry immersive gameplay and cinematic storytelling experiences that weren’t previously possible on older hardware, and ushered in a new era of videogaming which shifted game...

Opening and Title screen themes set the mood for the entire game. they're in charge of giving a player the ever important first impression. Often overlooked, these particular themes are usually an afterthought once the “press start” option becomes available, But if you choose to not press that button, you will realize that the these themes are one of the most important key elements in making an am...

LETS DO THIS!!!! Run N' Gun games are some of the most intense, exciting, and just plain difficult games out there. a horizontal sidescrolling game where the player can aim and shoot in different directions all the while masses of enemies, explosions, big guns and even bigger giant robot or monster boss battles are standing in their way to victory. This is why in this episode of the retro vgm revi...

We here at the retro vgm revival hour and our partners the Nostalgia Road Trip and maglomaniac.com are saddened to hear of the passing of Nintendo president Satoru Iwata. known for his friendly approach to nintendo fans around the world, it would be no surprise that mister Iwata was an immensely popular figure both within the industry and with Nintendo fans, he will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace...

Often described as "the most famous female video game music composer in the world", With over 45 different games to her Resume, Yoko Shimomura has become one of the most well known and highly respected Video Game Composers The industry has ever known. From 1988 up to present day, her music has spanned countless generations and continues to influence new generations of fellow video game composers....

It's that time again here at the Retro VGM Revival hour, where you, the fellow listener, have entered another BONUS STAGE. No theme, or subject, just a selection of random tracks of the past and present as a reward for showing much love and respect to the art of Video Game Music. So as you sit back and surround yourself with your beverage of choice, just Listen to these amazing tracks to get you e...

GOTTA GO FAST! Ever since stepping into the battle against injustice, Sonic has been the champion of peace and is renowned the world over for saving it countless times. During his many adventures, Sonic has traveled from the ends of the world to the far reaches of space and time, while facing countless trials that have tested him to the fullest, earning him many titles, allies and the scorns of se...