Play Retro Show Scott Johnson

Let's talk about Earthbound on the Play Retro podcast! Released by Nintendo in 1994 for the SNES, EarthBound, known as Mother 2 in Japan, is a unique RPG that combines modern settings, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. Players follow Ness and his friends on a quest to save the world from the evil Giygas, using psychic powers and everyday items. Its distinct style and emotional depth have earned it a dedicated fanbase and lasting legacy in the gaming world.
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A classic arcade game where players control Chef Peter Pepper in his quest to create giant hamburgers while avoiding relentless enemies like Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Pickle, and Mr. Egg. Players must strategically navigate through platforms and ladders, dropping burger ingredients from higher levels to complete each burger at the bottom. With its unique gameplay mechanics, challenging levels, and quirky characters, Burger Time remains a beloved and iconic game in arcade history.
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Released by Neversoft and Activision in 1999 and 2000 respectively, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 & 2 brought the thrill of skateboarding to gaming consoles with unparalleled realism and style. Players could perform jaw-dropping tricks and combos, skate through iconic locations, and customize their own skaters and parks. These games not only defined the skateboarding genre but also left an indelible mark on gaming culture. Get ready to grind, kickflip, and ollie your way through a nostalgic ride!
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Released by Nintendo in 1984 for the NES, Excitebike - a high-speed race against time, where the only thing hotter than the other racer's skills is your bike's overheated engine. Jump ramps, avoid mud pits, and push through grassy terrain in-between. Just try to keep your bike from turning into a stationary bonfire that leaves you running back from the sidelines. If you ever wondered what it's like to be a motocross daredevil who constantly risks spontaneous combustion, here ya go.
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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee (1997) and its sequel, Abe's Exoddus (1998), are quirky platformers by Oddworld Inhabitants that blend sinister corporate plots with fart jokes. In these 2d fixed / flip-screen platformer games, Abe, a Mudokon with a knack for trouble, stumbles upon his bosses' evil plan to turn his people into snacks and brews (literally). Armed with nothing but his wits and the ability to chat up and command other creatures through "GameSpeak," Abe embarks on a mission to sabotage RuptureFarms and SoulStorm Brewery.
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Dr. Mario is a classic Nintendo puzzle game where you play as a plumber-turned-doctor trying to rid the world of viruses by tossing multicolored capsules into a bottle. It's like Tetris with a medical degree! "Wario's Woods" is a game where Toad gets to play Tetris with a grumpy forest of monsters, courtesy of the ever-greedy Wario. It’s basically a colorful, chaotic scramble to align critters and bombs before Wario can say "I'm-a gonna win!" Which one is better? Does it matter?
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