One Stage at a Time

By One Stage at a Time

We journey through classic video games one stage at a time! We're skipping no level, taking no warp zones, nor blowing any magic flutes on our quest to discover what truly makes a great game by examin... more

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May 21, 2021 Alucard's Bat Form & Familiars - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night 9
Alucard returns to the Long Library once again, this time with a new ability: double jump! Using the Leap Stone, Alucard can now reach places he couldn't before in the library, which allows him to get the extremely useful Bat Form! The bat form really opens up the castle for Alucard, allowing him to explore like never before!
He also gets his first familiar, the Fairy! We talk a little about the familiars and what they bring to the table.
And we talk about the Lesser Demon, the boss of the Long Library. This poor pervert is probably the easiest boss so far, and we wonder how he wound up where he did in the game.
And Sam takes us down a wild road as he tells us all about Chainsaw Man, his current obsession.
All this and more in a Fan-bat-stic episode of One Stage at a Time!
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1h 8min
May 14, 2021 Maximus Alucardus Fights in the Colosseum - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night 8 - Colosseum
Alucard makes his way through the Colosseum in Castlevania: Symphony of the Night! We fight all sorts of challenging enemies and encounter some notorious rooms of peril.
We also meet up with someone who could be the big bad of the game - Richter Belmont! Why is Richter calling himself the master of Dracula’s castle and trying to kill Alucard?
We also discuss anime such as Macross and Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans!
And we dive into the incredible number of items, specifically shields, and how you can use the Shield Rod with them to break the game!
All this and more in this episode of One Stage at a Time! Are you not entertained?!?!
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1h 2min
May 07, 2021 Alucard Confesses His Sins - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night 7 - Royal Chapel
Say your prayers, Dracula.
Yes, we’re playing through The Royal Chapel in Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!
We take on flaming skulls, puppet swords, hippogriffs, and the dreaded…bird.
We also confess and take confessions, as well as encounter Maria and her stiff, Barbie-like legs!
And we wrap things up by getting a much-coveted double-jump!
All this and more in a penitent episode of One Stage at a Time!
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58min
April 30, 2021 The Librarian Betrays Dracula: Castlevania Symphony of the Night 6 - The Long Library
We reach the Long Library and meet the reclusive Librarian! Though reluctant at first, he almost immediately turns on his master, Dracula, to aide us in our quest!
Who is this mysterious man lurking among the tomes and what exciting things does he have to offer?
We also talk about magic spells! What complicated button combos allow us to straight up break the game? Alucard is a heckin’ wizard, baby!
And we talk once more about Nintendo and their lack of a virtual console!
Then for like two seconds we talk about the new Mortal Kombat movie!
All this and a whole lot of gross jokes about the Master Librarian in this episode of One Stage at a Time!
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1h 11min
April 23, 2021 Patriotic Bone Muskets - Castlevania SotN 5: Outer Wall
Yup, we're in the walls. We explore the Outer Wall area of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!
We take on new enemies like the Armor Lord and Medusa Head, as well as the fearsome doppelgänger!
We also find new weapons like the Jewel Knuckles, and discover how to fast travel (sort of)!
Then we discuss movies, including The Patriot and the Talented Mr. Ripley!
And do not go to the clock tower. We repeat: DO NOT go to the clock tower.
All this AND MORE in an elevating episode of One Stage at a Time!
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56min
April 16, 2021 Who Was Dracula?: Castlevania Symphony of the Night 4 - Marble Gallery
Alucard ventures into the Marble Gallery, where he meets a whole new set of enemies, including Audrey II and Sexy Lady Tails! Alucard also meets Maria for the first time in the giant clock room! There is a whole lot to discuss in this area, laying a lot of the groundwork for the rest of the game, so don't waste any time and get into it!
We also explore the history of the man himself, Vlad the Impaler! We expand on his struggles and background, and find out why, exactly, he was such a stabby boy! So get ready for some real dark chuckles as we talk about his atrocities and how he got away with some madness!
And keep a sharp ear out for a special guest, who was just way too intrigued by the mention of Matthias Corvinus!
All this and more in a stab-tacular episode of One Stage at a Time!
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1h 24min
April 09, 2021 Fighting Gaibon & Slogra - Castlevania: SotN 3, Alchemy Laboratory
We venture into the first area after losing all our gear, the alchemy laboratory! We discover secrets, new items like the leather shield, sunglasses, and more!
Then we take on the first bosses of the game, Gaibon & Slogra! We discuss their tactics and how to beat them!
We also discuss the Invincible TV show! How does it stack up to the comic? Does it matter? Is it any good? We get into it!
And Aaron gives you wonderful listeners a fun new nickname! (Don't worry, it's projection.)
All this AND MORE in a transformative episode of One Stage at a Time!
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intro music: "8-bit Eighties" by injury (ocremix.org)
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email: [email protected]
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1h 7min
April 02, 2021 Dracula Lives in Hogwarts - Castlevania 2: Entrance
We finally meet our protagonist, Alucard, as we play through the first section of the main game, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!
Alucard tears his way through some minions and confronts Death itself as he ventures forth into Dracula's Castle! His items are stripped from him and he must begin with nothing, Death taunting him as he goes.
We discuss this first section, as well as speculate as to the nature of Dracula's Castle. We also dig into Alucard, the man-vampire himself, in the lore corner! Is he a true hero, or does he have some skeletons in his closet?
Then Sam gives us his thoughts on the new Monster Hunter game, Monster Hunter: Rise for the Nintendo Switch!
And lastly, we chuckle about the glowing, suspicious reviews that Balan Wonderworld is receiving!
All this AND MORE in "Dracula Lives in Hogwarts!"
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intro music: "8-bit Eighties" by injury (ocremix.org)
Twitter: @onestageatatime
email: [email protected]
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1h 21min
March 24, 2021 Rondo of Blood - Castlevania: SoTN 1
We begin Castlevania: Symphony of the Night! It's a brand new game and we are excited to begin a new journey!
It's our first Metroidvania-style game, and we answer the question "what is a Metroidvania?"
In this episode we discuss the prologue, which is actually the final level from Castlevania: Rondo of Blood! To start off Symphony of the Night, you battle against Dracula straight away! We dig into Rondo of Blood and how it sets up Symphony of the Night! We also expand upon other Castlevanias that came before Symphony of the Night.
We talk about Symphony of the Night's interesting voice acting, memorable sound effects, and excellent score!
And unlike DOOM, Symphony of the Night has many many enemies that we can look forward to!
Join us as we embark on a new game, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!
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1h 4min
March 17, 2021 Suffering Through DOOM: Annihilation - DOOM 39
We review the movie DOOM: Annihilation! Yes, we suffered through it so you don't have to!
We're not sure how this movie came to be or why they thought it was a good idea, but DOOM: Annihilation exists and we're going to discuss it!
Come laugh and marvel at the complete failure that is DOOM: Annihilation!
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intro music: "8-bit Eighties" by injury (ocremix.org)
Twitter: @onestageatatime
Andy Twitter: @primmtropolis
Aaron Twitter: @aaronindatwits
email: [email protected]
FB: facebook.com/onestagepod
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk5hAb-3ciPoAuHKKkWWbFg
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1h 11min

FAQs about One Stage at a Time:

How many episodes does One Stage at a Time have?

The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.