Retro Gaming Club

In this episode, we are covering a PS1 classic, Spyro the Dragon!

This game feels like Sony's answer to Super Mario 64: an accessible 3D platformer oozing with personality and collectables. As a die-hard Nintendo kid, this was one of the few PlayStation exclusives that made me jealous!

But does this game stand up to its contemporaries of the late 90s?

We played the "vania" in Metroidvania!

To celebrate Halloween, we played one of the most iconic PS1 games of all time, Symphony of the Night!

In a game library dominated by janky 3D graphic, it's cool to see the PS1 game that features this level of beautiful 2D sprite art. And the music is *chefs kiss*.

This week, we are kicking off the Halloween Season with a spooky classic. Castlevania: Rondo of Blood!

This game was the debut of Richter Belmont and Maria Renard. It features tight platforming, an incredible soundtrack, and just sick vibes all around.

Originally released in 1993 for the TurboGrafx-16, this game was super impressive for its time and holds up incredibly well. Real shame we never got this one in the states until way later!

This week, we’re talking Shantae for the Game Boy Color!

Originally released in 2002, Shantae was unfortunately a commercial flop, selling fewer than 25,000 copies. A big reason? It arrived well into the lifespan of the Game Boy Advance, when the Game Boy Color was already becoming yesterday’s hardware.

Despite its rough launch, Shantae has gone on to develop a devoted following .

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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Retro Gaming Club, where we talk about Mega Man X!

This is one of the most beloved SNES platformers of its era. But not so beloved by our group!

While the music and visuals of the game hold up really well, our group was pretty mixed on the game itself.

So, does Mega Man X live up to the hype? Or does it belong in the past? Find out, on this episode of the Retro Gaming Club!

The gang and I discuss Chrono Trigger, the beloved JRPG that tops countless retro gaming lists and is regarded as one of the GOATs.

Most of us were totally new to this game and had an absolute blast discovering what makes it so special and timeless! From its unforgettable characters and incredible soundtrack to its innovative combat system, time-traveling story, and plethora of possible endings, Chrono Trigger quickly showed us why it has remained a fan favorite for decades.

We break down our first impressions, favorite moments, the things that surprised us, and whether Chrono Trigger truly lives up to its legendary reputation. Is this 16-bit masterpiece really one of the greatest games of all time? Come find out as we kick off the Retro Gaming Club!