Retro Gaming Dads Podcast

In episode 84 we talk about the reception for the long awaited 007 GoldenEye re-release on Nintendo Switch and Xbox.  Does the game still have the same charm and excitement 25 years later?

Plus, Hot Wheels Unleashed is heading to Xbox Game Pass on the 7th February.  Rumours point to the impending release of Nintendo's Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp.

Finally, news from Japan sees the price of the Xbox Series X and S receiving a price increase, as well as the 31st January being declared Final Fantasy VII Day.

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Welcome to episode 83 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast.  In this week's show we'll discuss the eventual release of the N64 first-person shooter sensation - 007 GoldenEye.  We briefly touch on the upcoming Armored Core preview coming later in the week, as well as the digital release of the Wonder Boy Anniversary Collection for Nintendo Switch and the Sony PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

Finally we dissect Microsoft's Developer Direct and delve into some of their upcoming titles including Forza Motorsport and Redfall.  As well as take a look at the surprise announcement, and release, of HiFi Rush.

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In episode 82 of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast, Barry and Anthony discuss Microsoft's announcement that they will be laying off 10,000 employees.  This includes a large number of staff from Halo developer 343 Industries.  

Stadia shuts down for good as Google says it's final goodbye to the game streaming service.  An officially licensed Amiga keyboard is available to purchase, and Jet Wash Simulator unveils an unexpected cross over in their next free DLC.

Plus we take a look at a number of retro-inspired titles coming to the Xbox in January.

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In episode 81 Barry and Anthony talk about whether the midnight game launch has a place in the modern digital-first gaming environment.  Plus we take a look at Atari and MyArcade's newly unveiled micro consoles, celebrating Atari's 50th anniversary.

Finally we move on to some Microsoft news, starting with their recently announced price increase on the Xbox Series S in India.  With this latest increase, can the Xbox Series S remain the next-gen budget king?  Also, Microsoft has confirmed their upcoming Developer_Direct event.

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In episode 80, Barry and Anthony take a look at some of the new announcements in the run up to CES 2023.  Including Atari teasing three new devices in a collaboration with My Arcade.

EA are also under pressure after loosing Madden 23 fan's Online Franchise saves in what they're describing as a 'data storage' failure.

Plus we take a look at Sony's CES announcements, including new information on the PlayStation VR2, a new accessible controller named Project Leonardo and... a new car?

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In episode 79 we take a look back at 2022 to talk about the highs, and the lows, of the year past.

We'd like to thank every listener of the Retro Gaming Dads Podcast and wish you all the best for 2023 and beyond.  

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In episode 78 we have the whole gang back for a bit of fun with our Retro Quiz.  Plus our very first podcast with video, available to those listening on Spotify or on our YouTube channel.

This quiz involves 60 multiple choice questions, so why don't you play along and let us know your score.  Answers are given in the second part of the episode or can be viewed at our website (link below).

What's more, this episode is our very first podcast episode that is designed for video!  We'd like to say a massive thank you to Kerry for taking the time to put this quiz together, as well as the TikTok channel 8bit_bonello for some of the great questions.

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In episode 77 we take a look at some of the announcements from the Game Awards - including the return of a long awaited mech building simulator, Armoured Core.  We talk about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet becoming the lowest scoring main-line Pokémon title since the series's release.

Finally we talk about Microsoft and a host of bad news for Xbox fans.  From Microsoft announcing they will be increasing the price of first-party titles by $10 beginning in 2023.  To add to the bad news, the US Federal Trade Commission has confirmed they will be suing Microsoft in order to prevent the Activision Blizzard purchase.  It appears that Xbox just cannot get a break this week...

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In episode 76 we discuss Sony's attendance to CES 2023.  Microsoft announce a hoodie... for your controller, as well as a questionable holiday jumper.

Sonic Frontiers gets a content roadmap for the year ahead.  As well as a special festive costume just in time for Christmas.

The new Super Mario Bros Movie gets it's second trailer, where we get to hear more of Mario's controversial voice.  And really it's not that bad.

Finally we talk about Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's race to become the best selling Pokémon titles in the series' history - plus their most broken.

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Welcome to episode 75, our picks for the prefect festive gift for the retro gamer in your life.  In this episode we pick a selection of games, accessories and hardware just in time for the big day.

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