RPGFan's Retro Encounter

Retro Encounter finished The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask and is ready to break down our experiences. What was our favorite dungeon? Which one did we hate? Did we have a favorite mask? Were we crazy enough to try to collect all the masks? All will be revealed in the this exciting episode of Retro Encounter! Featuring: Josh Curry, Alana Hagues, Stephanie Sybydlo Note: We had to re-number our epis...

In this Bonus Round of Retro Encounter we talk about all things Persona 4. We share our favorite characters and moments, argue about whether we got frisky with a certain nurse and discuss the general impact Persona has had on the industry. Also, don't worry; there are at least a couple bear jokes in honor of Teddie. Featuring: Josh Curry, Chris Gebauer, Mike Sollosi Note: We had to re-number our e...

Retro Encounter embarks on a journey in The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask to beat the Skull Kid and his menacing moon. We discuss our history with Zelda, what makes Majora's Mask both special and different from the other games in the series and the plethora of upgrades to the 3DS port. Finally, there is plenty of talk surrounding the time mechanic and how that affects the experience. Featuring: J...

Retro Encounter is hit with a wave of nostalgia as we reminisce about the SNES. We talk about our favorite games, its effect on the gaming industry and how the US missed out on so many great games. We wrap up by giving suggestions to Josh on what games he should try. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich Note: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was...

Retro Encounter finishes The World Ends With You but remains confused on some details of the story. In turn, we talk about the Reaper's Game and try to parse out how it came into being. However, the main thrust of the conversation focuses on the characters, their story arcs and how your partners aid in Neku's transformation. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi Note: We had to re-number our episode...

Retro Encounter traverses Tokyo in this episode in hopes of winning the Reapers' Game. We focus the discussion on The World Ends With You's combat system and our thoughts on the characters. We agree that Neku is unlikeable during the first couple days but will we ultimately find him to be endearing? Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi Note: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publ...

Retro Encounter puts on our detective hats as we decipher the unexpected betrayals, surprise twists and multiple endings of NieR. This podcast heavily focuses on plot as we talk about the Emil's coming of age, Kaine's cycle of death and resurrection and our favorite moments, characters and bosses of NieR. Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Alana Hagues Note: We had to re-numb...

Retro Encounter goes on an epic adventure to save our daughter and destroy the shades in the process. We discuss the combat, the crazy story, talking books and of course, Kaine's outfit. Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Alana Hagues Note: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 13-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anythi...

Retro Encounter discusses how Tetris revolutionized video games, won the Cold War and still had time to be the best RPG of all-time with its memorable characters and riveting plot. This is not an episode that you will want to miss!! Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, John Tucker Note: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was orig...

Retro Encounter finds a refreshing experience in Juniper's Knot. We put away our swords and grinding attitudes to experience this emotional story of two individuals who find companionship in one another. We discuss how the story excels, our thoughts on the characters and of course that ending. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Marcos Gaspar Note: We had to re-number our episode...

Retro Encounter sifts through timelines and memories as we try to give a man his dying wish in To the Moon. We discuss the effectiveness of the narrative, if Johnny was a good person, and how sad the tragic tale of Johnny and River is. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg Note: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Ep...

Retro Encounter returns home only to find it empty. Listen as we discuss our experiences uncovering the mysteries in Gone Home. We have a spirited debate on the quality of the story, characters and method of storytelling. Ultimately, we examine the emotional resonance the game had on each of us. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Robert Fenner Note: We had to re-number our episo...

Retro Encounter finishes our quest to be Pokémon masters as we defeat the Elite Four and live to share our experiences. In this episode we talk about if babies are like Pokémon, what makes a good party and what our perfect Pokémon game would be. We wrap up the podcast by listening to Josh rant about amiibos. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Chris Gebauer Note:...

Retro Encounter plays every generation of Pokémon to get a thorough perspective of pocket monsters. We talk about our history with the series, how we pick a starter Pokémon, and whether a good offense is the best defense. Better yet, we answer what a Nuzlocke challenge is. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Chris Gebauer Note: We had to re-number our episodes se...

Retro Encounter answers all the hard questions as we record our final podcast of 2015. What is our favorite game covered by Retro Encounter? What do we want to be covered on the podcast in the future? What games do we think Retro Encounter will never play? Finally, what were some of our favorite games we played in 2015? Featuring: Josh Curry, Caitlin Argyros, Peter Triezenberg, Mike Sollosi, Davi...

Estelle is at it again. Retro Encounter is here to follow her on her travels as we discuss Estelle's character development, what is new and improved from the First Chapter and if Trails in the Sky Second Chapter supplies an ending with a proper resolution. We wrap up the show by talking about the newly released Trails of Cold Steel and what we expect from the game. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesn...

Parasite Eve closes with an interesting ending that demands we talk about what it means. There is a discussion on the end bosses and which we had the most difficulty with. We debate the value of playing games without guides before we end with questions about why there has never been a good Parasite Eve sequel and if cinematic RPGs are still viable in today's market. Featuring: Josh Curry, Caitlin...

Parasite Eve sure starts with a blast. Aya watches the people around her burn as she investigates why that opera lady has crazy eyes. Retro Encounter discusses how refreshing it is to play a strong, independent woman before talks focus on the battle system and the benefits of a cinematic RPG. We wrap up the podcast debating the pros and cons of linearity in games, which inevitably leads to talks a...

We wrap up our playthrough of Deus Ex: Human Revolution with a thorough discussion on what the different endings mean, which of the four we picked and what ending will be canon going into Mankind Divided. Also, we talk about the importance of the Missing Link DLC and whether it is just filler or imperative to the Human Revolution storyline. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Caitlin Argyros, Bre...

After being initially distracted by Nintendo and Fire Emblem Fates, Retro Encounter turns their sights on Hengsha as we tackle the middle portion of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Secrets are revealed as we discover certain individuals are not dead, while we struggle to ensure others survive. Finally, it wouldn't be a Deus Ex podcast without talking about how we beat a boss fight. Featuring: Josh Curr...

In this Retro Encounter Bonus Round, we talk about the big announcements from BlizzCon 2015: News from Starcraft II, the Warcraft movie, Heroes of the Storm, Hearthstone, Overwatch, World of Warcraft and Diablo III. We are surprised Overwatch isn't free-to-play, question what it would take World of Warcraft to become a behemoth again, and wonder how Blizzard could monetize Diablo III. Featuring: J...

Retro Encounter plays through the Detroit section of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. We talk about the differences between the original game and the Director's Cut while also learning that most of the group prefers to play the game stealthily. Thus far, the only blemish on our experience with Deus Ex is the boss fight; listen as we describe how we handled different encounters and our vastly different e...

Retro Encounter tackles the classic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and raises the question of is it best to be the first or is it best to be the best. The Retro Crew discusses our personal history with the series and how that affects our personal thoughts of the playthrough. The beauty of having an inverted castle, playing the game of Richter and the Kojima-esque intro of SOTN is all touched o...

Terranigma ends in total craziness but somehow provides a satisfying resolution, or does it? We try to decipher what happened and determine Ark's role in the events of beating Dark Gaia. With the vagueness of the ending, the Retro Crew talks what makes a good ending. Finally, it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without the talk getting seriously sidetracked; somehow the talk turns into a debate on ga...

We are in the thick of Terranigma and with it comes the responsibility of resurrecting the plants, animals and humans. Although we have complaints about the confusing level design, the game's endearing weirdness and creative boss designs keep the Retro Crew excited to see the ending. We wrap up the discussion by teaching Josh the power of magic rocks and arguing the virtues of protecting lost lion...