NBA Jam – Episode 037
It’s our 37th episode (in a row) and we’re crashing the net with our most requested sports game – NBA Jam. We break down all the boomshakala basics and dig deep to uncover some little known facts with the help… Read more
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Pac-Man 1983 – Episode 032
We go Pac in time to review the Pac-Man games of 1983: Pac & Pal, Professor Pac-Man, and Jr. Pac-Man. Namco and Bally/Midway are not happy with each other and it’s leading to a messy divorce. Pac-Man gets a pal… Read more
Pac-Man 1982 – Episode 031
Our Pac-xploration continues as we talk about the remaining Pac-Man games of 1982: Pac-Man Plus, Super Pac-Man, and Baby Pac-Man. Bally and Midway get into “quantity over quality”, Namco follows up Puck-Man with their first official sequel, and pinball (which… Read more
Ms. Pac-Man – Episode 030
Honey, doncha you know, she’s more than Pac-Man with a bow! The Pac series continues with the ultimate genderbend – Ms. Pac-Man. We waka-waka-walka through the crazy origins of the best Pac-Man game (don’t AtGames us) as we explore its… Read more
Fictional Characters, Real Legal Battles – Laser Time #417
Some of your most beloved, adorable, indelible comic, movie, and video game stars have been quietly kneecapped by forgettable suits? Oh yes, never underestimate old people when it comes to making money by doing very little, because we’re digging into… Read more
Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo – Episode 018
Capcom brings us the perfect mix of fisticuffs with gem debuffs – plus a heavy dose of chibi – with Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo. What is the connection between puzzles and violence that makes us love this game so… Read more
Arcade Obscura (Invaders from Space) – Episode 012
We’re bringing the Invaders from Space miniseries in for a landing as the co-hosts talk about their pick for underrated or obscure space shooter. Did Mr. SNK and PastBlaster switch brains? Is it possible to have romantic feelings for huge… Read more
Galaga – Episode 010
We revisit Namco to talk about what they built on with Galaxian to bring us (arguably) the best arcade game ever – Galaga! What does an extinct species of shark have to do with spaceships? What is the proper way… Read more
The 5 Most Bodacious Retro TMNT Bosses
2016 is a big year for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Their latest animated series on Nickelodeon is in its fourth season. Platinum Games is coming out with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan. The second of the rebooted… Read more
Vote for These 10 Games for Xbox One Backwards Compatibility!
With the launch of the Xbox One’s backwards compatibility feature, software-based emulation of the Xbox 360’s vast library of games has become a reality. And while the first run of transferable titles boasts over 100 games to choose from, the… Read more
The Best New Amazon Releases: Lara Croft’s Legacy Of Fallout
Hope you have a lot of free time available, because this week’s releases want all of it…
See Conker’s Bad Fur Day Before It Got Dirty
Here’s what Conker was into before all the fecal matter and alcoholism…
The Best New Amazon Releases: Ultron Dances All Night
We’ve got killer robots, dancing personas, and Tony Hawk’s return…
Playing Halo 5’s Campaign Reminds Me Why I Loved Halo
Even alone, Halo 5’s campaign feels warmly familiar, even in the sexy new cinematic…
Persona 5’s TGS Trailer Is Badass, But You Can’t Play P5 Till 2016
Well, at least the eventual game you’ll play is looking sweet…
New Mirror’s Edge Catalyst Gameplay Is Worth Waiting 7 Years
This video from Gamescom has restored our Faith in DICE’s returning series…
Rare Replay – Let’s Do This!
Join us for our weekly stream that we do every Tuesday starting at 3PM Pacific Time. Today’s game? We’re diving deep into the impressive collection of classic games from our old favorite developer, Rare… [UPDATE: Rare Replay gameplay embedded below… Read more
The Best New Amazon Releases: A Very Rare Celebration
One of the largest anniversary collections ever is out this week, along with some odds and ends in the realm of movies…