393: The Music of Rare with Grant Kirkhope and David Wise - The Retro Hour EP393

393: The Music of Rare with Grant Kirkhope and David Wise - The Retro Hour EP393

We chat with Grant Kirkhope and David Wise, iconic video game composers from Rare. Dive deep into their creative process, challenges, and legacy in the world of video game music, from 'Banjo-Kazooie' to 'Donkey Kong Country'.

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Microsoft to Close Xbox 360 Store: https://tinyurl.com/4yx88fym
Broken Sword is Back: https://tinyurl.com/4pewmpbd
Time Crisis Deluxe: https://tinyurl.com/yhpkb3mk
Stunt Car Racer for Commodore Plus/4: https://tinyurl.com/4z4w5jud
GeekyFab Announces USB-C Adapter For Sega Saturn 3D Control Pad:
Run Linux on Commodore 64: https://tinyurl.com/4ayrjux5

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382: Back To The BBS with Al's Geek Lab - The Retro Hour EP382

382: Back To The BBS with Al's Geek Lab - The Retro Hour EP382

We delve into the fascinating world of Bulletin Board Systems with Al's Geek Lab, the creator of the awesome YouTube series 'Back to the BBS'. We explore how BBSs laid the groundwork for today's Inter...

15 Juni 20231h 33min

381: Montezuma's Revenge with Rob Jaeger - The Retro Hour EP381

381: Montezuma's Revenge with Rob Jaeger - The Retro Hour EP381

Join us for a deep dive into the iconic 1984 video game "Montezuma's Revenge" with its creator, Rob Jaeger. Delve into the mind of a then 16-year-old game designer and discover the untold stories of t...

8 Juni 20231h 33min

380: The Intellivision Amico with Slope's Game Room - The Retro Hour EP380

380: The Intellivision Amico with Slope's Game Room - The Retro Hour EP380

We have a long-overdue catch up with Daniel Ibbertson AKA Slope's Game Room, including breaking down the ill-fated Intellivision Amico. Promising to bring back the classic brand, the Amico's repeated ...

1 Juni 20231h 24min

379: Retro Edutainment: Unpacking the Classic Arthur Games with Marc Brown - The Retro Hour EP379

379: Retro Edutainment: Unpacking the Classic Arthur Games with Marc Brown - The Retro Hour EP379

We chat to the creator of the beloved kid's TV and book series, Arthur. From TV to PC, we'll explore how Marc and the team at Living Books crafted an engaging, fun, and educational experience for kids...

25 Maj 20231h 18min

378: Midway Magic and Strategic Simulations: Brian Lowe's Game-Changing Career - The Retro Hour EP378

378: Midway Magic and Strategic Simulations: Brian Lowe's Game-Changing Career - The Retro Hour EP378

We sit down with Brian Lowe, a veteran in the gaming industry, known for his work at Strategic Simulations and Midway. We explore his early gaming experiences, his shift from testing to production, an...

19 Maj 20231h 18min

377: The Dreamcast Junkyard - The Retro Hour EP377

377: The Dreamcast Junkyard - The Retro Hour EP377

Born from a chance encounter with a low-priced Sega Dreamcast at video game shop, The Dreamcast Junkyard has grown from a personal blog into a thriving online community.  We chat to Lewis and Mike fro...

12 Maj 20231h 32min

376: Street Fighter 2: The History and Legacy with Oliver Harper - The Retro Hour EP376

376: Street Fighter 2: The History and Legacy with Oliver Harper - The Retro Hour EP376

We talk to Oliver Harper, the director of “Here Comes a New Challenger”, a documentary about the legendary Street Fighter 2. Oliver shares his passion for the game, his process of making the documenta...

4 Maj 20231h 34min

375: South Park Games, DMA Design and Acclaim with Neill Glancy - The Retro Hour EP375

375: South Park Games, DMA Design and Acclaim with Neill Glancy - The Retro Hour EP375

Check out the captivating journey of Neill Glancy, from pixel artist to lead designer. We explore his work at DMA Design, Iguana Entertainment, and more, touching on classics like Walker, the ill-fate...

28 Apr 20231h 28min

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