Overwhelmed Gamer

By Jason Sorenson

The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast is your weekly dive into retro and homebrew gaming! I kick things off with gaming pickups, current plays, and creator updates before welcoming guests to review classics, ... more

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The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.

Overwhelmed Gamer episodes:

June 05, 2025 Rygar on NES – A Retro Classic Revisited
We dive into the NES classic Rygar—is it still worth playing today? Join us as we break down its gameplay, soundtrack, and lasting impact on retro gaming! 🔗 Links: 🎮 Homebrew Game Club Podcast: https://linktr.ee/homebrewgameclub 🕹️ Buy The Cursed Legacy for Sega Genesis: https://www.homebrew-factory.com/megadrive-genesis/141-the-cursed-legacy-gen-md.html 🚀 Panzer Frontiers Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/panzer/the-adventures-of-panzer-frontiers 🎧 Deep Nonsense Podcast (Bart’s Show): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-nonsense/id1807561126

📺 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer

🎮 STREAMING
Catch My Live Streams on Twitch (Sun, Tue, Thu @ 10:30 PM CT):
https://www.twitch.tv/theoverwhelmedgamer

💬 JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Hang out with fellow gamers, share your pickups, and talk retro & homebrew in our Discord server:
👉 https://discord.gg/KW2CRR9Uep

📲 SOCIALS
🐦 Follow Me on Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Like My Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer
🌐 Visit My Website: www.overwhelmedgamer.show

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the show! Your support helps keep The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast going strong. Thanks for tuning in!

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May 23, 2025 Sega CD Deep Dive: Hidden Gems, Must-Plays, and Missed Opportunities
🎮 We dive deep into the Sega CD! Hear our thoughts on its best games, legacy, and whether it’s worth playing today. Retro fans, don’t miss this blast from the 90s! #SegaCD #RetroGaming #Podcast

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📺 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer

🎮 STREAMING
Catch My Live Streams on Twitch (Sun, Tue, Thu @ 10:30 PM CT):
https://www.twitch.tv/theoverwhelmedgamer

💬 JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Hang out with fellow gamers, share your pickups, and talk retro & homebrew in our Discord server:
👉 https://discord.gg/KW2CRR9Uep

📲 SOCIALS
🐦 Follow Me on Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Like My Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer
🌐 Visit My Website: www.overwhelmedgamer.show

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the show! Your support helps keep The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast going strong. Thanks for tuning in!

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49min
May 05, 2025 Skate Cat Review + My First Sega Master System!
🎙️ In This Episode:
I finally got my hands on a Sega Master System for the very first time—and I’ve got thoughts! Plus, I dive into a review of the quirky and creative homebrew NES game, Skate Cat 🛹🐱. From retro hardware pickups to indie game gems, this episode is packed with nostalgia, impressions, and personal stories from the world of classic and homebrew gaming.
📦 Grab a copy of Skate Cat here: https://dale-coop.itch.io/skatecat-sj-games-nes

📺 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer

🎮 STREAMING
Catch My Live Streams on Twitch (Mon, Tue, Thu @ 10 PM CT): https://www.twitch.tv/theoverwhelmedgamer

📲 SOCIALS
🐦 Follow Me on Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Like My Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer
🌐 Visit My Website: www.overwhelmedgamer.show

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the show! Your support helps keep The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast going strong. Thanks for tuning in!
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33min
March 31, 2025 How Malasombra is Raising the Bar for NES – Interview with Rafa
Malasombra – The Future of NES Homebrew | Interview with Rafa from 4Mhz.
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, I sit down with Rafa from 4Mhz to talk about their highly anticipated NES homebrew game, Malasombra! We dive into the game’s development, its inspirations, and what makes it a standout title in the modern NES scene. Plus, we discuss the challenges of pushing 8-bit hardware to its limits and what’s next for 4Mhz.
🔗 Check out 4Mhz: https://www.4mhz.es/category/nes/
🎮 Support Malasombra on Kickstarter: https://tinyurl.com/jsmnkjtk
🕹 Learn more about Byte-Off 5: https://www.thenew8bitheroes.com/byteoffv

📺 Connect with Jason, the Overwhelmed Gamer! 📺
🌐 Website: https://www.overwhelmedgamer.show
📅 Live Streams: Join me for live streams of modern, retro games and homebrew discoveries! 🎮 Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings at 10:30pm CT

✨ Social Media:
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer
🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer

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March 24, 2025 Anguna – The 8-Bit Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed!
This NES Homebrew Brings Back Classic Zelda Vibes! | Anguna NES Review
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, we dive into Anguna, a fantastic homebrew action-adventure game for the NES! With its classic Legend of Zelda-style gameplay, dungeons, and enemies, this game is a must-play for retro gaming fans. But does it live up to the 8-bit legacy? Let’s find out!
🔗 Check out Anguna and more from Bite the Chili Productions:
https://www.bitethechili.com
🔗 Want to make your own NES games? Learn more about NES Maker at 8-Bit Heroes:
https://www.thenew8bitheroes.com
🎮 Check out GFD Gaming for more retro gaming content!
https://www.youtube.com/@GFDGaming
📌 Subscribe for more retro, homebrew, and backlog gaming content!
🎥 New podcast episodes every week!
#NES #RetroGaming #Homebrew #Anguna #LegendOfZelda #IndieGames #GamingPodcast
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March 17, 2025 Dragon Warrior (NES) – A Grind Worth Your Time?
Is Dragon Warrior on NES still worth playing? We dive into the RPG that started it all—its legacy, gameplay, and if it holds up today! A must-listen for retro and RPG fans!

📺 Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer
🎮 STREAMING
Catch My Live Streams on Twitch (Mon, Tue, Thu @ 10 PM CT): https://www.twitch.tv/theoverwhelmedgamer
📲 SOCIALS
🐦 Follow Me on Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Like My Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer
🌐 Visit My Website: www.overwhelmedgamer.show

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the show! Your support helps keep The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast going strong. Thanks for tuning in!

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41min
March 10, 2025 Is Shadow of the Colossus Still a Masterpiece?
Is Shadow of the Colossus still a masterpiece, or has time diminished its impact?
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, I'm joined by Mysticles to revisit this iconic PlayStation 2 classic. We discuss its breathtaking world, emotional storytelling, and whether it still holds up today.
🎮 Check out Mysticles here: YouTube
📺 Connect with Jason, the Overwhelmed Gamer! 📺
🌐 Website: https://www.overwhelmedgamer.show
🎙️ Podcast: Listen to the latest episodes wherever you get your podcasts! • Apple - https://tinyurl.com/y67dsp42 • Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/mr73eea3 📅 Live Streams: Join me for live streams of modern, retro games and homebrew discoveries!
🎮 Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings at 10:30pm CT
✨ Social Media:
🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/OverwhelmedGame
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OverwhelmedGamer
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@overwhelmed-gamer
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🔔 Stay updated with retro and homebrew game reviews, first impressions, and unboxings! I upload new content twice weekly. Thanks for watching, and let’s keep the retro gaming community growing! 👾
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42min
March 05, 2025 🎮 Zed and Zee Review – Tengen Games is BACK!
🎮 Zed and Zee – A New Homebrew from Tengen Games! 🎮
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, Jay from GFD Gaming joins me to review Zed and Zee, a brand-new homebrew title from the recently revitalized Tengen Games! We dive into the gameplay, graphics, and overall experience of this exciting release. Does it live up to the legacy of classic Tengen games? Tune in to find out!
🔗 Get Zed and Zee
💾 Purchase the ROM here
📦 Order a physical copy here
🔗 Follow GFD Gaming
🎥 Check out GFD Gaming here
🔗 Stay Connected
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Don't forget to subscribe for more retro gaming reviews, homebrew spotlights, and gaming discussions! 🎙️🎮
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33min
February 26, 2025 Jurassic Park (Sega Genesis) Review – A Dino-Sized Retro Classic?
🦖 Jurassic Park (Sega Genesis) Review – Is It a Roaring Good Time? 🎮
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, I’m joined by Mystacles to revisit the 1993 Jurassic Park game for the Sega Genesis! Does this dino-filled action game still hold up, or is it destined for extinction? We break down the gameplay, graphics, music, and how it compares to other Jurassic Park titles.

🔗 Check Out Mystacles on YouTube!
👉 Mystacles' YouTube Channel - YouTube
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🌐 Visit My Website for More Retro & Homebrew Content!
👉 www.overwhelmedgamer.show
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Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly retro gaming discussions, reviews, and interviews with the community! Let us know your thoughts on Jurassic Park (Genesis) in the comments or on social media!
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34min
February 19, 2025 Dungeons and Doomknights – Does This NES Homebrew Deliver?
🔥 Dungeons and Doomknights NES Homebrew Review w/ Jay from GFD Gaming! 🔥
In this episode of The Overwhelmed Gamer Podcast, I’m joined by Jay from GFD Gaming to dive into the 8-bit adventure Dungeons and Doomknights, an NES homebrew that brings hack-and-slash action to the retro scene! 🏰⚔️
We break down the gameplay, graphics, music, and whether this homebrew is worth adding to your NES collection. If you love retro gaming, homebrew projects, and indie developers keeping the 8-bit spirit alive, this episode is for you!
🎮 Get your copy of Dungeons and Doomknights here: Artix Games
📺 Check out Jay from GFD Gaming on YouTube: GFD Gaming
🌐 Visit my website for more gaming content & reviews: www.overwhelmedgamer.show
📢 Subscribe for more retro & homebrew gaming discussions!
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42min

FAQs about Overwhelmed Gamer:

How many episodes does Overwhelmed Gamer have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.