Retro Junkies Network

Sunday, June 9, 2013

No Quarter # 35 - Spectar

Show Notes:
650 retro arcade photo collection at Stanford University
Flickr: Growing Up In Arcades
Spectar ROM
ColecoVision homebrew Spectar by Scott Huggins

Mike's high score: 52,220
Carrington's high score: 43,660

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 16 - Steeplechase & Demons to Diamonds by Atari

This weeks episode features two early 80s paddle games from Atari, Steeplechase and Demons to Diamonds. Steeplechase was a Sears exclusive that did not have an Atari counterpart. I also debut a new segment, so please let me know how you like it! I think it will be a once in awhile segment. Next week I'm on vacation, so the next 2 games, M Network's Star Strike and the Adventures of Tron, will be discussed on June 23rd. You have 2 weeks to send me stories about these games or anything else related to the Atari! Send everything to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. I read all submissions on the show, because people like that. I host my own podcast and I still get a thrill when I am mentioned on someone else's podcast. Thanks for listening and enjoy the beginning of summer!

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Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Nineties Entertainment Show # 3 - 1992

Nick Stephens and The Big Unit "Ryan Johnson" talk about Wayne's World, Sonic 2, and the X-Men cartoon. Oh yeah...Nick tries to mimic the Wayne's World theme. Not too smooth...

Sunday, June 2, 2013

No Quarter # 34 - Ladybug

Show Notes:
Universal Games
Ladybug arcade game bezel
Pac-Man Fever punk version by Knuckle Sandwich

Mike's high score: 41,280
Carrington's high score: 74,480

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 15 - Adventure by Atari

This week's episode is all about my favorite video game of all time, Adventure, created by Warren Robinett. LOTS of great listener stories and memories this week, thanks for sending them! I also get a little ranty about E.T. and the Alamagordo landfill. Sorry about that. Next week's show will be about Demons to Diamonds and Steeplechase, both by Atari (although Steeplechase was a Sears exclusive). If you have any stories for these games, or any stories about the 2600 in general, or even if you're a new listener and you have a story about a game I've already covered, send them to me at 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. As always, thank you so much for listening!

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Sunday, May 26, 2013

No Quarter # 33 - Gyruss

Show Notes:
How to customise iCade stick and buttons
The Centuri Arcade Database
John's Arcade Gyruss restore project
Scroll magazine
Contest: Win a miniture arcade cabinet by Retro Heart

Mike's high score: 116,250
Carrington's high score: 108,650

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 14 - Gorf & Wizard Of Wor

This week I spotlight CBS Toys/Video Games/Electronics and their first two games for the Atari 2600, Gorf and Wizard of Wor. Plus 2 audio submissions! Keep those coming! Next week's episode is all about Adventure by Atari. Everyone should have some kind of story for that one! Please send them to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. Thank you so much for listening!

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Retro Junkies Super Show # 8 - Zombies Ate Our Neighbors!

In Episode 8, Rob and Landon kick back and discuss their fond memories of Zombies Ate My Neighbors, Ghouls and Ghosts, Rocket Knight Adventures, Road Rash 3, PlayCable, Sega Channel, Disney's new HD remake, and a new all-time high score for a classic arcade game! Oh, and Landon saves Rob's life during the Zombie Apocalypse.

Sunday, May 19, 2013

No Quarter # 32 - Zarzon, AKA Satan of Saturn

Show Notes:
Just Push Play arcade in Collingwood, Ontario
Zarzon owner's manual
Joysticks movie
Joe Don Baker

Mike's high score: 3,280
Carrington's high score: 6,260

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 13 - Skeet Shoot & Space Chase

In this episode I look at Games by Apollo and two of their games, Skeet Shoot and Spacechase. These games are, well, not the greatest. Bear with me, the next few weeks will be dealing with better games. Next week is CBS Electronics' Gorf and Wizard of Wor, and in 2 weeks, it's Adventure! Send your stories and memories to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. Thank you so much for listening!

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Nineties Entertainment Show # 2 - 1991

Listen in as Nick Stephens and "Rowdy Rowdy RYAN Piper" talk about Tecmo Super Bowl, Terminator 2, Nirvana, and random rabbit trails of 90s greatness.

Sunday, May 12, 2013

No Quarter # 31 - Tapper

Show Notes:
Sega 16 to JAMMA adapter
Maximus Arcade
Pinball Showdown
Arcade Themed Post-It Stop Motion Video
Tighe's Arcade Games Etc.
Donkey Kong: Pauline Edition
The C64 Take-away podcast

Mike's high score: 18,350
Carrington's high score: 8,225

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 12 - Indy 500 & Street Racer

This week I discuss two more of Atari's launch titles, Indy 500 and Street Racer. Thank you to Ed Riddle, programmer of Indy 500, for answering my questions and contributing to this episode! Next week's games will be Skeet Shoot and Space Chase by games by Apollo. You can send your memories and stories for these games to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. Thank you for listening!

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Sunday, May 5, 2013

No Quarter # 30 - Altered Beast

A review of the classic arcade game Altered Beast

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 11 - Checkers & Fishing Derby

Back to Activision this episode for 2 more of their first 4 releases, Checkers and Fishing Derby. Not the greatest games in terms of sound, and perhaps gameplay, but every game has its fans! Next week is Atari's Indy 500 and Street Racer, please send your stories and memories to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net.

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Nineties Entertainment Show # 1 - 1990

Nick Stephens and Ryan (insert last name here) talk about 1990. In particular: Super Mario Bros. 3, TMNT Movie, 1990 World Series, and Amish Donuts!

Friday, May 3, 2013

Retro Junkies Super Show # 7 - Totally Tubular Turtle Talk: Part Two!

In Episode 7, Rob and Landon discuss their favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics and toys from the 80s and early 90s! In addition, they review Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters for the NES, discuss the physics of Batman, the forgotten Sega Neptune, the reinvention of the Castlevania series, and Nintendo's biggest blunders all over a big slice of marshmallow, grape jelly, and sardines pizza! ...Literally!

Sunday, April 28, 2013

No Quarter # 29 - Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom

A review of the classic arcade game Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 10 - Donkey Kong & Zaxxon

This week I get into Coleco games for the first time with Donkey Kong and Zaxxon. Finally the show has reached double digits! Chewie can listen now! Next week I go back to Activision with Checkers and Fishing Derby. Yep, you read that right. Your portable mp3 player will melt when you play the next episode! Upcoming games include Indy 500, Street Racer, Skeet Shoot, Space Chase, Wizard Of Wor, Gorf, Star Voyager, Atlantis, Star Strike, and Adventures of Tron. You can send me your stories and memories of these games to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. I love hearing them and I will read them on the show, and tens of other people will hear them! Thanks for listening!

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Sunday, April 21, 2013

No Quarter # 28 - Zoo Keeper

A review of the classic arcade game Zoo Keeper

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 9 - Defender & Warlords

This week I go back to Atari for two of their more popular games, Defender and Warlords. Next week I'll be talking about Coleco's Donkey Kong and Zaxxon, so please send any of your memories or stories of those games to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net, and I'll read them on the show. Thank for listening!

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Sunday, April 14, 2013

No Quarter # 27 - Satan's Hollow

A review of the classic arcade game Satan's Hollow

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 8 - Jedi Arena & The Empire Strikes Back

This week I eneter the Star Wars universe (and the Parker Brothers universe) for the first time. Also you can hear my first mp3 story submission from Rob O'Hara! Next week's games are Atari's Warlords and Defender, so please send me your stories, in print or sound form (no built in mikes if you can help it) to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. Thanks so much for listening!

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Friday, April 12, 2013

Retro Junkies Super Show # 6 - Totally Tubular Turtle Talk! ...Part One!

In Episode 6, Rob and Landon discuss all that is the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! From the bodacious Turtles cartoon episodes to the gnarly films and first two games for the NES, Rob and Landon discuss it all over a big fat slice of clam and peanut butter pizza! Cowabunga!

Sunday, April 7, 2013

No Quarter # 26 - Crystal Castles

A review of the classic arcade game Crystal Castles

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 7 - Trick Shot & Demon Attack

This week I discuss the second ever 3rd party video game manufacturer, Imagic, and two of their launch titles, Trick Shot and Demon Attack. I also give a more in-depth biography on Nick Turner, designer of one of last week's games, Super Breakout. Mr. Turner graciously answered my qustions to him this week, and I thank him very much for that. Next week I will talk about Parker Brothers and two of their 2600 games, Star Wars: Jedi Arena, and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Upcoming games include Warlords, Defender, Indy 500, Street Racer, Donkey Kong, Zaxxon, Checkers, and Fishing Derby. Thank you so much for listening!

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Sunday, March 31, 2013

No Quarter # 25 - Playchoice 10

A review of the classic arcade game Playchoice 10

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 6 - Slot Racers - Canyon Bomber - Super Breakout

This week it's back to Atari for three games, Slot Racers, Canyon Bomber, and Super Breakout. Next week I'll be discussing Imagic games for the first time, Trick Shot and Demon Attack. Please send your stories and memories of those games to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. Thank you for listening!

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Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Retro Junkies Super Show # 5 - 90s Arcades, Zombies, and a Little Grunge!

In Episode 5, Rob and Landon give an Oscar-winning performance as they travel back to 1993! Also, they sing some grungy songs about arcades, encounter a zombie, and discuss their favorite arcade games from the 1990s!

Sunday, March 24, 2013

No Quarter # 24 - Jr. Pac-Man

A review of the classic arcade game Jr. Pac-Man

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 5 - Dragster & Boxing

I focus on two of the first 3rd party video games ever made in this episode, Activision's Dragster and Boxing! I also give a brief history of Activision, and ruminate on their worst product ever, Actiplaque! Next week I'll discuss Canyon Bomber, Slot Racers, and Super Breakout, so please send me your stories and memories of those games. Thanks for listening!

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Sunday, March 17, 2013

No Quarter # 23 - Colony 7

A review of the classic arcade game Colony 7

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 4 - Space War & Outlaw

In this episode I discuss the joys and the pain (mostly pain) of Space War and Outlaw for the Atari 2600. Next week I will discuss Activision's Dragster and Boxing, so please send me your stories about those games! As always, I thank you for listening!

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Retro Junkies Super Show # 4 - We Love the 80s ...Arcades!

In Episode 4, Rob and Landon discuss the roller coaster ride of the video arcades from the late 70s to the late 80s, sing songs about Donkey Kong, and praise the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade game for all it's worth! Cowabunga!

Sunday, March 10, 2013

No Quarter # 22 - Circus Charlie

A review of the classic arcade game Circus Charlie

Retro Junkies Super Show # 3 - The Worst Games We've Ever Played, Awesome Bosses, and Kool-Aid Man!

In Episode 3, Landon and Rob talk about the worst games they’ve ever played! Also featured in this episode: interesting news about NES top-loaders, a new Commodore 64 homebrew game, Atari’s latest misfortune, the greatest video game bosses, and Kool-Aid Man for the Intellivision! “OH YEAH!!”

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 3 - Air-Sea Battle & Star Ship

In this episode I discuss CX2602, Air-Sea Battle, and CX 2603, Star Ship! Thanks for listening!

Next week's podcast will be on Outlaw and Space War. If you have any stories or memories of those games, please send them to me at 2600gamebygame@comcast.net. I would love to read them on the show!

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Sunday, March 3, 2013

No Quarter # 21 - Amidar

A review of the classic arcade game Amidar

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 2 - Combat

This week's episode is all about Combat, the first game developed for the Atari 2600 and the first pack in game for the system.

Next week's games will be Air-Sea Battle and Star Ship, so please send your stories and memories of those games to 2600gamebygame@comcast.net

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Saturday, March 2, 2013

Retro Junkies Super Show # 2 - Our All-Time Favorite Games, Zombie Talk, and Ninjas Playing Golf!

In Episode 2, Rob and Landon discuss their favorite games of all time!

Also featured in this episode are topics like Resident Evil 1.5, Game reproductions, games that made the GBA successful, the new Disney Pac-Man show, Ghostbusters game and movie talk, and loads of Streets of Rage references!

...Seriously, why is a perfectly cooked turkey leg under a trashcan?

Sunday, February 24, 2013

No Quarter # 20 - Kung Fu Master

A review of the classic arcade game Kung-Fu Master

Atari 2600 Game by Game # 1 - Introduction

The 2600 Game By Game Podcast is a somewhat weekly podcast that will give the synopsis, history, and personal memories of each game cartridge for the Atari 2600. Join your host Ferg as he goes back in time to rediscover the intimidatingly large Atari 2600 game library!