This week, we chat to Darlene Lacey, a trailblazer in game design and narrative development. Starting with her early experiences in arcades and her passion for story writing, Darlene shares her fascinating journey into the world of Advanced Microcomputer Systems. Learn about her pivotal role in the creation of iconic games like Dragon's Lair and Space Ace, working with legends Rick Dyer and Don Bluth, and the innovative approaches that kept the studio's costs low. Darlene also delves into her transition to the Walt Disney Company, where she navigated the challenges of adapting to new creative approaches and working on beloved titles like Donald’s Alphabet Chase and Disney's DuckTales.  

00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories

37:17 - Darlene Lacey Interview

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Show notes

Sega Neptune is revived: https://tinyurl.com/52b9tnac

Marvel vs Capcom collection is coming: https://tinyurl.com/ysjadasf

Dune 2 remaster for Amiga: https://tinyurl.com/22zmpe9y

1 button handheld console: https://youtu.be/vJMq8O_84eU

Carpark Capital: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3031880/Car_Park_Capital/