Coin-Op Conversations

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to the writer Mike Diver, author of six books about video games, covering retro systems, indie games, electronic tabletops and more. His latest book is Aliens: The Video Games, focused on the titles to feature the famous Xenomorph.Timestamps:(00:01:44) - RoboCop - 1988, Data East(00:17:28) - Alien 3: The Gun - 1993, SEGA(00:37:37) - Neo Turf Masters - 1996, Nazca CorporationHosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to Cane & Rinse host & co-founder Leon Cox about his 3 arcade selection.

Timestamps:

(00:03:16) - Space Harrier - SEGA, 1985

https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/space-harrier

(00:19:44) - Mexico 86 (Kick and Run) - Taito, 1986

https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/kick-and-run

(00:39:33) - Golfing Greats - Konami, 1990

https://www.arcade-museum.com/Videogame/golfing-greats

Hosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to journalist & cassette tape fan Will Freeman! Timestamps:(00:03:33) - Progear (2001, Capcom)(00:29:43) - Ghost Squad (2004, SEGA) *audio now fixed during this segment(00:47:45) - Penny Pushers/Falls (1964, Alfred Crompton)Hosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to Future Games Show’s social content manager and host Amy Mallett!Timestamps:(00:01:37) - House of the Dead (00:18:57) Dance Dance Revolution(00:35:01) - Point BlankHosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to Luke Hebblethwaite, a consultant and strategic advisor, specialising in the intersection of games and the wider creative industries, who has worked in games for more than ten years. As the former Head of Games at BAFTA, Luke led the arts charity’s mission as the foremost global cultural organisation in games, supporting and championing creative talent, furthering progressive change and celebrating excellence in the craft of making games.He also runs a free online directory for UK Games Composers, helping highlight diverse and upcoming talent in the medium, has an ever growing collection of video game vinyl and can usually be found playing DOOM.(00:04:24) - Knights of the Round (1991, Capcom)(00:13:54) - Buggy Boy (1985, Tatsumi)(00:24:32) - Mortal Kombat (1992, Midway)Hosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to Will Luton, game designer & Studio Head at Village Studios the indie developer behind Hack ‘95. Will has had stints at SEGA and Rovio and is best known for running product on Angry Birds and writing what is known as THE book on free-to-play games.Timestamps(00:03:04) - SEGA Rally Championship (1995, SEGA)(00:26:46) - The Addams Family Pinball - (1992, Midway/Bally) (00:45:48) - Claw Crane Games (1920s, Various)Hosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel

In this episode, of Coin-Op Conversations we speak to Mike Channell one of the three founding members of Outside Xbox, which is a YouTube channel known for mining the depths of videogame trivia and arranging it into lists of 7 things.Timestamps(00:02:06) - Daytona USA (1994, SEGA)(00:29:05) - Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder (1992, SEGA)(00:43:37) - Street Fighter II' Turbo: Hyper Fighting (1992, Capcom)OutsideXbox video of Mike vs Golden Axe Arcade Cabinet vs Alcohol - https://youtu.be/pCi_kxcmJaA?si=BOGiphQeii1da6jTHosted & Edited by Wayne Emanuel