Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast

Join Sam and Alan as they dive into the world of Game Boy Advance strategy RPGs! In this episode, they explore gameplay mechanics, story elements, and what makes this classic title a standout in the genre. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to tactical adventures, this discussion has something for every retro gaming enthusiast. Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia where you can find a...

We are back again this month discussing whether single-player games should require internet to play, as well as reminiscing over some of the games we've discussed, spinning the wheel of discussion, and wrapping it up with streaming services and their effects on the TV viewing experience. MERCH!!!! teepublic.com/user/retrotopia-podcast Join our Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on...

Brian is ranking the mainline Final Fantasy games this week since Alan and Sam needed a bit to finish next week's game. Join him as he goes through all 16 mainline Final Fantasy games and puts them in order from the ones he likes the least to the ones he likes the most.  Please rate the show, preferably 5-star, which helps us become more visible to the algorithms. Also, comment on the show; we lov...

A game that tells the tale of a man who lost his whole world, and a girl who has no one in her team, uniting and taking on the challenges of a land ravaged by a virus that turns people into noise-making mushrooms. This is The Last of Us, and we dive into the story and the game itself this week on Retrotopia. Join in on the discussion on Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find our social me...

With it being Symphony of the Night on the main show, we figured we'd release one of our earliest Quick Plays to the public. On this Quick Play, Alan, our resident Castlevaniac, is talking about the GameBoy game, Castlevania The Adventure. Listen to all our Quick Plays for FREE by join our at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

The poll was set, and the Patreon members voted. We took to our systems to play one of the most beloved PlayStation 1 games, which Alan ranks near the top of his all-time list. Is this the opinion of all of us? Join us for the discussion to find out. Find our merchandise at TeePublic.com/Retrotopia JOIN OUR PATREON TO TAKE PART IN POLLS AND MUCH MORE FOR FREEEEEE! patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on...

This game first appeared on the Super Nintendo under Final Fantasy II and is a beloved classic JRPG fan favourite. Sam and Brian took to the Pixel Remaster to play it and enter the world of crystals, monsters, and moon people. Join us as they discuss this classic game. MERCH: TEEPUBLIC.COM/RETROTOPIA   There are shirts, hoodies, mugs, stickers, and more... Join us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retr...

Yes, it's been a month since the Direct, but we aren't about that first-to-the-internet reaction style of commentary. We've taken some time to let the news simmer and waited for more information to leak out. Of course, that means this month we'll be leaning heavily on our thoughts on the Switch 2, its games, its features, and anything we could find the day we recorded. Join in on the conversation...

The boys are back together, and this week, they are talking about the very loved but often overlooked 3DS Zelda game A Link Between Worlds. Return with us to Hyrule from the bygone era of 1991 as we discuss what is familiar and what is new. GET SOME MERCH at teepublic.com/retrotopia-podcast Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Join our PATREON for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia

This classic hockey game, which adorned both the SNES and Genesis, is loved by many and regarded as one of the best sports games in video game history. Join Brian and Sam as they discuss this game while it's being played on Twitch. Join in on the conversation and submit comments at patreon.com/retrotopia Please find us on social media at linktr. ee/retrotopia Get our new shirt at teepublic

Brian got inspired when Sam talked about Beloved Rapture on our show AND the Still Loading Podcast (check it out wherever you get your podcasts). With that, Brian took to making his list of RPGs he wants to play but hasn't played yet. So, nothing Chrono Trigger, nothing Final Fantasy, just good ol' RPGs he missed. STILL LOADING PODCAST - BELOVED RAPTURE Join us on Patreon for FREE! patreon.com/ret...

Alan and Sam are at it again with two games for the price of none. This week they are discussing the games Taz-Mania and Tax in Escape from Mars. Join our Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia  

Join us this month as Brian gets a little heated about the news. When is the best time to announce a game? What do you folk have to say? Are these games really perfect? Do you want an extra topic? Join our Patreon for FREE to get this show half a month early, with an additional topic at patreon.com/retrotopia where you can join for FREE! Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

Join Sam as he goes solo this episode and talks about the retro inspired RPG available on STEAM, Beloved Rapture. Join our Patreon at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

Yoshi returns from his Island adventure on the Super Nintendo to star in his first outing on the Nintendo 64 in this colourful and quirky platfomer. Join Sam and Brian as they discuss the Story of Yoshi and his friends as they search for fruit to make themselves happy. Join us on Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia. We typically like to get together and discuss games, but lately, we've been having trouble lining up our schedules. This week, Alan takes to the mic himself and talks about his time in L'Cie and gives his thoughts on one of the more controversial Final Fantasy games, number thirteen. Some people like it, others don't. Hear what Alan thinks this week on the...

Come along for another Retrotopia adventure as we discuss the classic Mega Drive game that took arcades by storm. Join in on the conversation at patreon.com/retrotopia Find our socials at linktr.ee/retrotopia

This game won our first 2025 Patreon poll so we jumped right in and played it. Join us as Alan, Brian, and Sam discuss this 2D yet 3D platformer of that lovable pink eater, Kirby. Want to partake in polls, write comments to the hosts? You can for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Join us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

Alan, Brian, and Sam are back at it with another episode about whatever has been on their minds in the last month. Come along and join us as we discuss gaming and life in general. Get an extra topic by joining our Patreon for FREE!!! patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media: linktr.ee/retrotopia

A game that could have been Final Fantasy VII but instead gave birth to a company that has made Xenoblade a household name. Back in the day when, Square and EA merged in North America, and another game was not seen in Europe. Brian is going solo on this cult classic RPG for the PlayStation 1. Join in on the conversation for FREE! at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retro...

It's St. Valentine's Day this week and we're talking about the original lover boy himself, Larry Laffer. Join Sam and Brian as they talk about this classic Sierra game from days gone by. Join in on the conversation for FREE over at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia

Go back to where it all began on this NES classic and listen to Alan and Sam talk about Simon Belmont and his quest to beat up an old man. Join our Patreon for FREE!! at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on social media at linktr.ee/retrotopia  

Check out this free episode of our Patreon-exclusive show, Quick Play. In it, Alan talks about Alisia Dragoon and gives it his quick review. You can find more Quick Play by joining our Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia

Join Alan, Sam, AND Brian as we discuss this classic Super Nintendo games. We're giving our history with this game, the love-and-hate relationship with some of the mechanics, and talking about the banger of a soundtrack. Join in on the conversation for FREE! patreon.com/retrotopia Find out social media: linktr.ee/retrotopia Join the growing community on Discord: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc https...

Another month, another meeting with the fellas. We are talking the news in the past month. Are exclusives necessary or wanted? Does your opinion matter more if you finished a game? And what we want for 2025. Talk to us on Discord: https://discord.gg/Fn63vQ4CPc GET ONE MORE TOPIC AND ACCESS TO THE SUGGEST DISCUSSION POINT AT patreon.com/retrotopia, WHERE YOU CAN JOIN FOR FREE! Join our Social media...