In the final episode of the Racketboy Podcast, Dave and John talk about their year in gaming, their thoughts on the show’s five-year run, and what they plan to work on in the future. Enjoy the final show, and thanks to everyone for all the support through the years! We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst Download RSS […]
Dave and John are joined by Racketboy Forum regulars Luke and Aaron to talk about games, play games, and otherwise share in some banter and laughs. A good time was had by all, and now you can feel like you were right in the middle of the action! We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst Download […]
Dave and John weigh in on the World’s Largest Video Game Collection auction, talk about the indie gaming bubble, Shovel Knight, cyberpunk fiction, and the Retron 5. We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst Download RSS Feed: http://www.racketboy.com/podcast/feed/ Subscribe to iTunes Do you have something to add? Do you have questions about this episode? Do you want […]
Dave and John discuss their thoughts on recent and older games, make a bet about E3 predictions, and tackle your feedback and questions. We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst [audio:http://racketboy.com/podcast/racketboy-podcast-0074.mp3] Download RSS Feed: http://www.racketboy.com/podcast/feed/ Subscribe to iTunes Do you have something to add? Do you have questions about this episode? Do you want to heap scorn or […]
In this episode Dave and John talk about what they’ve been up to for the past month, discuss the “debates” around the Analogue NT and Hyperkin Retron 5, talk about their summer gaming plans, and tackle your questions and comments. Be sure to also catch Episode #72, which was released simultaneously with this one! We’re […]
Daniel Johnson recently published a lengthy ebook that engages in a critical analysis of the Game Boy Advance game Wario Land 4, focusing closely on its design elements. In this interview, Daniel discusses the book, the process of writing, compliments and criticisms he has received about the book, and the current state of game criticism. […]
After an apology to the listeners for the wait, Dave and John discuss recent gaming acquisitions and what they are currently playing. The discussion then turns to HD Remasters, recent retro news, gaming with friends, and perfectionist play-styles. They finish up answering listener questions and feedback. Enjoy. We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst [audio:http://racketboy.com/podcast/racketboy-podcast-0071.mp3] Download RSS Feed: […]
In this episode, Dave and John discuss the importance of a proper video connection, talk about some recent news about Nintendo’s financials, and address your questions and comments. We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst [audio:http://racketboy.com/podcast/racketboy-podcast-0070.mp3] Download RSS Feed: http://www.racketboy.com/podcast/feed/ Subscribe to iTunes Show Music intro music: Zanac Neo – Option intermission music: Yoshi’s Island – Athletic outro […]
Bill Stiernberg is one half of the indie developer duo Zeboyd Games, the studio that has released titles like Cthulhu Saves the World, Breath of Death VII, and the recent Penny Arcade games. They are currently working on Cosmic Star Heroine. John sits down with Bill in his Houston area home and office to discuss […]
In this episode, Dave and John discuss their experiences with broken PS4s, the strengths and weaknesses of the system’s launch, comment on their favorite “cult classics†from the previous generation, and chat sports games and FPSs. They also discuss The Wizard and provide a brief teaser about the guest who will be featured on the […]
Dave and John talk 3D Sega games, Sega system designs, Mutant League Football, 7800 collecting, and other retro stuff like Microcosm. They also answer listener questions and explain why even retro gamers might have interest in next-gen systems. Â We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst [audio:http://racketboy.com/podcast/racketboy-podcast-0067.mp3] Download RSS Feed: http://www.racketboy.com/podcast/feed/ Subscribe to iTunes Do you have something […]
Apologies for the delays on this one, but a couple of weeks ago Dave and John sat down to chat about what a new player in the console market would have to do to succeed, their thoughts on next year’s Together Retro calendar, the fate of the Neo Geo X, sandbox games, and the perils […]
Dave and John talk about games (surprise!), about shifting gamer demographics, and about industry mergers old and new. Games discussed in some detail: Killlzone Mercenary Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together Tales of XilliaTank Command Civilization V Planescape Torment Baldur’s Gate 2 Ballz 3D: The Director’s Cut We’re on Twitter: @racketboypodcst [audio:http://racketboy.com/podcast/racketboy-podcast-0065.mp3] Download RSS Feed: […]
Chris Avellone is a veteran developer who over the past twenty years has created an impressive oeuvre of intelligent, groundbreaking, and much-loved RPGs. In this interview he graciously sat down with Dave and John to talk about his role and influence in many of these past projects (including the monumental Planescape Torment and Fallout series), […]
In this Episode Dave is missing but John is accompanied by returning guest Chris Stollings of Operation Rainfall and Mike Moehnke of RPGamer.com. Â This episode is all about RPGs and the 3 discuss their favorite RPGs, underrated or overlooked gems, overrated games, and answer several listener questions. Games discussed in some detail: Dragon’s Crown Dragon […]
