New Game Old Flame - A modern and homebrew retro gaming podcast‪.‬ The NGOF Crew

Today, we have an absolute blast chatting with Dan Lavoie and Mina Figueroa about retro game publisher MegaCat Studios, where they blend diverse backgrounds to create fantastic modern retro games. Dan and Mina shared insights into the collaborative and dynamic environment at MegaCat, emphasizing the team's passion for all things pixelated.

Their enthusiasm for their work and the unique culture at MegaCat Studios made this an episode filled with passion and insights into the world of game development.

To top it off, we bonded over favorite American snacks!

Get ready for a waffle as the team dives talks about Sniester, the art of brewing the perfect beer, mastering the delicate craft of fixing joy-cons, the Outer Worlds and more. We'll also share tales from an inspiring Japan Fest and so much more. And of course, we couldn't resist talking about games!

This time, we journey into the Heart of Salamanderland on the Amstrad CPC, we get fizzy with FiZZ on the VIC 20, and craft some rogues in Roguecraft for the Amiga. Plus, we've got a special shoutout for the classic Prince of Persia on the VIC 20.

But wait, there's more! On a more serious note, we tackle the big question: what happens to your beloved Steam library after you’re gone? How will your digital treasures be passed down to your heirs? Tune in to find out!

More games in this warmer summer episode of New Game Old Flame! Today we have: Rikki & Vikki for the Atari 7800, Diced Tournament for the MSX, and Rocky & Co. for the Commodore 64. But - as per tradition - it’s not all game talk.

Bass guitar practice app are harder to find than you think, and staying organised seems to be something out of any of our reach. We also touch on the absurd prices of gaming accessories but hey, someone out there is funding these high-tech time machines! Get into the vibe with more Atari news and a brand new game engine for the Amiga!

In this surprise episode of New Game Old Flame, the crew dives into the quirky and charming world of "Piopow", a NES game by the late Jeremias Babini. Join us as we flap around in this turn-based arcade adventure where you play as a brave little chick on a mission to save animals from a creepy restaurant with a taste for critters! With its blend of strategy, cute artwork, and explosive gameplay (literally!), "Piopow" offers endless fun and challenges.

Tune in to hear our thoughts, some funny anecdotes, and why you should grab a copy from Limited Run Games before they're gone. Plus, your purchase helps support Jeremias’s family.

Get ready for some heartfelt gaming chatter and lots of peeping about Piopow!

Join us as we chat with Ben and Julian from Space Pants Games about their latest Mega Drive release, "Rocket Panda." Discover how their passion for retro gaming led them to create this modern classic, the challenges they faced during development, and their unique approach to blending old-school aesthetics with contemporary gameplay and karaoke! Hear the story behind their decision to rescue badgers and collect biscuits, and how these ideas came to life over a few pints at the pub. Rocket Panda soaring through the blue sky...

In this regrouping episode, the crew brings three games each to the table, but only three will make the cut for the next game club session. Wiedo shares his plastering adventures, Diego talks about missing the Northern lights, and Andy updates us on his Amiga 2000. Tune in to find out which games made the final list!