The Retro Wildlands - A Gaming Podcast

Nomad
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The Retro Wildlands, a gaming podcast hosted by Nomad! Nomad invites you to sit by the campfire while he shares with you his thoughts and experiences about a video game he’s discovered or rediscovered while roaming the gaming wildlands. Using game music and sound, you’ll be pulled right into the game as we go! If you’ve played the game before, nostalgia surely awaits! If not, you’ll figure out if it’s a game you want to put your time in or not. So what are you waiting for? Come join our expedition!

  1. Aug 24

    Expedition Log #10 - Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure

    Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure dared to combine two completely different genres (old-school platforming and frantic puzzle solving) into one adventure where mastering only half the game simply isn't enough. It was clever, charming, critically acclaimed... and somehow faded into obscurity. So what happened? Join me by the campfire as we I check out this hidden gem, explore what makes its unique gameplay so rewarding (and occasionally brutal), and ask why some great games become household names while others are seemingly forgotten. But this expedition comes with a special bonus! I'm joined by Jay of Square Pegs, who served as the Quality Assurance Project Manager on Henry Hatsworth! Jay shares stories from his time in video game QA, his memories of working on the game, what he loves about it, and some behind-the-scenes insight from someone who actually helped bring Henry's adventure to life. If you've never heard of Henry Hatsworth, this might be the Nintendo DS game you didn't know you needed to play. Intro - 0:00 Henry Hatsworth - 5:09 Interview with Jay - 21:21 Outro - 1:06:07 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo! https://www.mrgexpo.com/ Subscribe to Square Pegs on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@SquarePegs

    Expedition Log #10 - Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure

  2. Jul 13

    Expedition Log #9 - Syphon Filter

    Was Syphon Filter really as good as we remember, or is nostalgia doing most of the heavy lifting? In our latest entry in our Expedition Log, I revisit this PlayStation classic for the first time since childhood to find out. From Gabe Logan's globe-trotting spy adventure and memorable missions to the infamous taser, clunky controls, and trial-and-error gameplay, I break down what still holds up, what hasn't aged quite as well, and why this ambitious action game remains one of my favorite PlayStation memories. Intro - 0:00 Syphon Filter - 3:48 Closing Gratitude - 31:00 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo! https://www.mrgexpo.com/

    Expedition Log #9 - Syphon Filter

  3. Jun 14

    Expedition Log #8 - Pragmata

    I wasn't expecting Pragmata to hit me this hard. What started as a sci-fi adventure on the moon became one of the most emotional gaming experiences I've had in years. As a step-father, Hugh and Diana's relationship resonated with me in ways I never saw coming. And yes... my wife caught me crying at the end. In this episode of The Retro Wildlands, I head to the moon to discuss Capcom's ambitious new adventure, exploring its haunting atmosphere, stunning presentation, unique combat system, and the relationship between Hugh and Diana that serves as the heart of the experience. While the game isn't without flaws, including combat that can become repetitive in its later hours, its emotional storytelling and unforgettable character moments left a lasting impression on me. Intro - 0:00 Pragmata - 4:17 Closing Gratitude - 32:25 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo! https://www.mrgexpo.com/

    Expedition Log #8 - Pragmata

  4. May 28

    Expedition Log #7 - Luigi's Mansion 3

    Luigi is back… and somehow more anxious than ever. In this episode of The Retro Wildlands, I finally dive into Luigi’s Mansion 3 on the Nintendo Switch. From its incredibly charming animation and creative hotel setting to its satisfying ghost-hunting gameplay and memorable boss fights, this game surprised me in all the best ways. But it wasn’t all smooth vacuuming... Join me as we explore one of the most visually impressive and personality-filled games on the Nintendo Switch, a game that proves Luigi might just be Nintendo’s most lovable hero. Intro - 0:00 Luigi's Mansion - 3:36 Closing Gratitude - 27:09 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo! https://www.mrgexpo.com/

    Expedition Log #7 - Luigi's Mansion 3

  5. May 17

    Retro Wildlands #80 - Parasite Eve (Re-Explored)

    What happens when SquareSoft takes the DNA of Final Fantasy VII, injects it with survival horror, body horror, and one of gaming’s most unforgettable soundtracks… and sets it loose in New York City? In this re-explored expedition into Parasite Eve for the original PlayStation, we revisit one of the strangest and most ambitious games of the late 90s. From Aya Brea and Eve’s haunting connection, to the game’s disturbing science-fiction themes, incredible soundtrack, cinematic presentation, and unique RPG mechanics.... we’re diving deep into why this cult classic still lives rent free in the minds of retro gamers everywhere by playing through the game's opening together. Grab your gear and join us around the campfire as we explore one of SquareSoft’s boldest experiments ever created. Just remember… the worst foe lies within the self. Intro - 0:00 Campfire Catchup - 7:33 Community Comments - 20:26 Parasite Eve - 33:43 Closing Gratitude - 1:51:09 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo! https://www.mrgexpo.com/

    Retro Wildlands #80 - Parasite Eve (Re-Explored)

  6. Apr 16

    Expedition Log #6 - Resident Evil Requiem

    I didn’t expect Resident Evil Requiem to hit me like this… What I thought would be another entry in a series I’ve loved since I was a kid turned into something way more personal. Something that feels like it finally brings everything full circle. From the tension, to the characters, to the way it treats Raccoon City… this one stuck with me. It’s not perfect. But it might be one of the most meaningful Resident Evil experiences I’ve had. In our gaming wildlands Expedition Log #6, I break down the story set-up, the gameplay, and whether or not Capcom leaned too much into nostalgia. All spoiler-free. Come walk back into the darkness with me. Intro - 0:00 Resident Evil: Requiem - 4:04 Closing Gratitude - 38:54 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands

    Expedition Log #6 - Resident Evil Requiem

  7. Apr 9

    Retro Wildlands #79 - Fatal Frame II

    Step into the darkness with this episode of The Retro Wildlands as we explore Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, one of the most haunting survival horror experiences ever released on the PlayStation 2. In this episode, we’re not just talking about the game… we’re playing through a bit together. From the eerie atmosphere of the Lost Village to the chilling encounters with spirits that refuse to rest, you’ll experience how the game unfolds, how the Camera Obscura works, and whether this classic still holds up today. So dim the lights, stay close, and whatever you do... don’t lose sight of what’s walking beside you. Intro - 0:00 Campfire Catchup - 8:14 Listener Comments - 15:25 Fatal Frame 2 - 22:36 Closing Gratitude - 1:38:56 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands

    Retro Wildlands #79 - Fatal Frame II

  8. Mar 19

    Expedition Log #5 - RoboCop: Rogue City

    “Dead or alive, you’re coming with me.” RoboCop: Rogue City promised a return to the brutal, satirical world of the original films... but does it actually deliver? In our gaming wildlands Expedition Log #5, I break down the gameplay, story, and pure RoboCop energy behind this surprise release. Whether you grew up with RoboCop, or you're looking for a unique take on a tried and true genre, this is one you won’t want to miss. Intro - 0:00 RoboCop Rogue City - 2:20 Closing Gratitude - 20:48 Check out our website! https://theretrowildlands.com/  The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out! https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server! https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands

    Expedition Log #5 - RoboCop: Rogue City
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The Retro Wildlands, a gaming podcast hosted by Nomad! Nomad invites you to sit by the campfire while he shares with you his thoughts and experiences about a video game he’s discovered or rediscovered while roaming the gaming wildlands. Using game music and sound, you’ll be pulled right into the game as we go! If you’ve played the game before, nostalgia surely awaits! If not, you’ll figure out if it’s a game you want to put your time in or not. So what are you waiting for? Come join our expedition!

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