Dough not miss this episode of New Game Old Flame where we blast through Astro Ninja Man DX on the NES and solve crimes with Inspector Waffles: Early Days for the Gameboy Color (yes, there’s a detective cat). But as always, it’s not just about games! We chat about teaching kids to game with Peggle, the bliss of Loop Hero’s endless loops, and the joy (and pain) of making sourdough bread. Retro gaming and home-baked goodness—what more could you want?

In this episode we explore Orbix for the Commodore 64, a bouncy Peggle-esque puzzler with a nostalgic twist. Then, we uncovered the haunting tale of Tale of Evil on the Amiga, where you play as Schrodinger the cat, dodging spooky critters and relying on ghostly allies. We wrapped up the game talk with Mushrooms that Grow in the Woods, another Commodore 64 adventure filled with mazes, teleporting stones, and dangerous fungi.

As usual that’s not all—we share post Halloween anecdotes, from candy chaos to unexpected pumpkin costume contest winners. Diego reminisces about retro arcades and quirky gaming controllers, while Wiedo confesses to spending a fortune on vintage photography!

Prepare for ghastly giggles and retro chills in our Halloween episode! We’re spotlighting spine-tingling new titles: Hermano and Cryo Hazard on Gameboy, where eerie survival is a must, Dr.Dangerous on the Amiga, and Darkula (Amstrad CPC), alongside Pump Kid on the VIC 20! With creepy Halloween snacks, tales of karting mayhem, and the haunting trials of vintage tech (beware, the haunted microphone!), this episode is packed with eerie games and Halloween treats for retro fans everywhere!

Join the crew with special guest YouTuber St1ka for an in-depth discussion on Vengeance Hunters, the stunning new Neo Geo beat ‘em up from Nalua Studio, featuring dev/pr Michael aka Amerika. Discover the origins of the studio, the game’s deep combat mechanics, hidden secrets, bold design choices, and tons of background information behind this gorgeous looking game for the 330MB system of the 90s!

Be sure to tune in for more snack insights, the hatred of in game shops and much more!

Diego and Andy set afoot alone in the darkness of this mysterious and ominous game, armed only with a torch and good sight in order to escape the intricate puzzles on offer in Tenebra, a multiplatform game by Haplo.

Moving braziers, hammers, keys and crumbling doors are only some of the items you will encounter. Get ready for some brain-wrecking puzzle that won't hesitate to leave you in the dark...

Join the crew to find out more of this incredibly crafted puzzle game!

Join the crew in this belated midsummer episode, where we talk about the torn feelings of selling excess games in your overgrown collection, touch on some favourite horror movie moments, and end up sharing a special “fagiolata” recipe.

This week in games, we proudly defend our CPU under attack in Data Man (NES), happily bide our time rusting pipes in Drip (Commodore 64) and finally go on a fishing rampage in Trucho (MSX).

We also anxiously await a huge game pack announced for the autumn, and take a quick look at more space-themed titles.

Today, we have an absolute blast chatting with Dan Lavoie and Mina Figueroa about retro game publisher MegaCat Studios, where they blend diverse backgrounds to create fantastic modern retro games. Dan and Mina shared insights into the collaborative and dynamic environment at MegaCat, emphasizing the team's passion for all things pixelated.

Their enthusiasm for their work and the unique culture at MegaCat Studios made this an episode filled with passion and insights into the world of game development.

To top it off, we bonded over favorite American snacks!

Get ready for a waffle as the team dives talks about Sniester, the art of brewing the perfect beer, mastering the delicate craft of fixing joy-cons, the Outer Worlds and more. We'll also share tales from an inspiring Japan Fest and so much more. And of course, we couldn't resist talking about games!

This time, we journey into the Heart of Salamanderland on the Amstrad CPC, we get fizzy with FiZZ on the VIC 20, and craft some rogues in Roguecraft for the Amiga. Plus, we've got a special shoutout for the classic Prince of Persia on the VIC 20.

But wait, there's more! On a more serious note, we tackle the big question: what happens to your beloved Steam library after you’re gone? How will your digital treasures be passed down to your heirs? Tune in to find out!

More games in this warmer summer episode of New Game Old Flame! Today we have: Rikki & Vikki for the Atari 7800, Diced Tournament for the MSX, and Rocky & Co. for the Commodore 64. But - as per tradition - it’s not all game talk.

Bass guitar practice app are harder to find than you think, and staying organised seems to be something out of any of our reach. We also touch on the absurd prices of gaming accessories but hey, someone out there is funding these high-tech time machines! Get into the vibe with more Atari news and a brand new game engine for the Amiga!

In this surprise episode of New Game Old Flame, the crew dives into the quirky and charming world of Piopow, a NES game by the late Jeremias Babini. Join us as we flap around in this turn-based arcade adventure where you play as a brave little chick on a mission to save animals from a creepy restaurant with a taste for critters! With its blend of strategy, cute artwork, and explosive gameplay (literally!), Piopow offers endless fun and challenges.

Tune in to hear our thoughts, some funny anecdotes, and why you should grab a copy from Limited Run Games before they're gone. Plus, your purchase helps support Jeremias’s family.

Get ready for some heartfelt gaming chatter and lots of peeping about Piopow!