Play Comics

Chris Osborne
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Play Comics Podcast

Play Comics is a show that looks at video games based on comic properties and how faithful those games stay to the source material.

  1. The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America in Dr. Doom’s Revenge! with Andy Larson (The Last Comic Shop)

    6 DAYS AGO

    The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America in Dr. Doom’s Revenge! with Andy Larson (The Last Comic Shop)

    Welcome, true believers, to another thrilling episode of Play Comics! Today, we’re swinging into action with a look at the pixelated prowess of two of Marvel’s mightiest heroes in The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America in Dr. Doom’s Revenge! This digital dalliance with danger was unleashed upon unsuspecting home computers everywhere back in 1989, proving that even Earth’s mightiest heroes couldn’t escape the allure of floppy disks and joysticks. Joining us on this retro romp is none other than Andy Larson, one of the amazing hosts of The Last Comic Shop podcast. Together we’ll untangle this web of 8-bit nostalgia faster than you can say “Excelsior!” So grab your shield, shoot some web fluid, and prepare for a Marvel-ous adventure that’s more fun than a barrel of radioactive monkeys! Will our heroes triumph over the diabolical Dr. Doom, or will they fall victim to the dreaded loading screen? Tune in to find out! Learn such things as: Does it really matter who the villain traditionally goes against? Does Dr. Doom really want to take over? Or does he just want to play with his friends? Does anyone think it’s weird that we got an  actual US president in here? And so much more! You can Andy on Twitter @lastcomicshop, Instagram @lastcomicshop, YouTube @lastcomicshop, his comic blog on Tumbler, and of course over on The Last Comic Shop Podcast. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscaston Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Groupon Facebook. A big thanks to Alcove and Super Switch Club for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who got one look at this game and fainted. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    1h 1m
  2. Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu with Blair Farrell (Comic Book Video Games)

    AUG 26

    Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu with Blair Farrell (Comic Book Video Games)

    Holy podcast, Batman! This week on Play Comics we’re diving into the shadowy world of Gotham with a game that’s as elusive as the Riddler’s puzzles and as intense as a Batmobile chase. Get ready to explore Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu, a game that swooped onto the PS2, Xbox, Gamecube, and Game Boy Advance bringing with it a whirlwind of caped crusading action with an original story set in the legendary world of Batman: The Animated Series. Joining us once again is the Dark Knight of comic book gaming knowledge, Blair Farrell from Comic Book Video Games. Blair’s back in the Batcave to help us unravel the mysteries of this unique title and its connections to the animated world of Gotham’s finest. Is Sin Tzu the villain we never knew we needed, or just another face in the rogues’ gallery? Tune in to find out and maybe learn a Bat-fact or two along the way! So grab your utility belt and prepare for a night in Gotham like no other. Whether you’re a seasoned Bat-fan or just here for the gadgets and gizmos, this episode promises to be a bat-tastic adventure you won’t want to miss! Learn such things as: What legendary creator got pulled in to create Sin Tzu? How can they pull off a Batman: The Animated Series revival without Kevin Conroy? What weird things pop up when you can play a Batman game without having to be Batman? And so much more! You can find Blair on Twitter @Blarcade, Twitch @Blarcade, and his website Comic Book Video Games,where you can links to his books The Web of Spider-Man Games: The Amazing and the (Not So) Spectacular and The Avengers in Video Games: A Guide to Solo Adventures and Mighty Marvel Team-Ups, with Creator Interviews. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscaston Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Groupon Facebook. A big thanks to Quest for 5 and “Fun” and Games for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who are still waiting for that Bat Dog game to come out. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    42 min
  3. Yu-Gi-Oh The Duelists of the Roses with Michael Bivens (Quest for 5, Alcove)

    AUG 19

    Yu-Gi-Oh The Duelists of the Roses with Michael Bivens (Quest for 5, Alcove)

    Welcome to another episode of Play Comics, where we shuffle the deck of video game adaptations and draw a card from the past! This week we’re diving into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! The Duelists of the Roses, a game that takes the historical British War of the Roses and gives it a fantastical twist through the lens of the Yu-Gi-Oh! manga. Imagine Richard III and Henry Tudor not as mere historical figures, but as duelists with decks full of monsters and magic! Joining us for this epic clash of history and fantasy is the illustrious Michael Bivens from Quest for 5 and Alcove. Michael brings his unique perspective and a flair for the dramatic as we explore how this PlayStation 2 classic blends card battles with royal intrigue. Whether you’re a fan of history, card games, or just love a good mash-up, this episode is sure to entertain and enlighten. So grab your Millennium Puzzle and prepare for a duel of epic proportions! Will the Yorkists or the Lancastrians claim victory in this card-based battlefield? Tune in to find out, and maybe you’ll learn a trick or two to use in your next duel. Learn such things as: What happens when Chris jokingly asks if the obvious connection is really what’s going on here? How much gameplay can you get when you’re playing both sides of a war? Isn’t it nice when British people are fighting amongst themselves rather than colonizing the rest of the world? And so much more! You can find Michael on Alcove where he has his general creative outlet, Quest for 5 where his fiance and he take a fan look at the Disney trading card game Lorcana, or his personal website MS Bivens where you can find basically all things that trace back to him on the internet. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscaston Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Groupon Facebook. A big thanks to Too Young For This Trek and TroytlePower Presents: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast with TroytlePower for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who came storming in and demanded that I get new music. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    41 min
  4. The Invincible Iron Man with Zach Tonack

    AUG 12

    The Invincible Iron Man with Zach Tonack

    Welcome back pixel pioneers and comic crusaders to another electrifying episode of Play Comics! This week we’re donning our high-tech armor and jetting off into the world of The Invincible Iron Man on the Game Boy Advance, a game that might just be the hidden gem in Tony Stark’s treasure trove of adventures. Joining us on this iron-clad journey is the one and only Zach Tonack, a first-time guest with insights sharper than Iron Man’s repulsor beams. Together we’ll dissect this pixelated powerhouse, exploring how it stacks up against its comic book origins and whether it truly captures the essence of everyone’s favorite billionaire genius playboy philanthropist. Prepare for a whirlwind of witty banter, nostalgic nods, and perhaps a few arc reactor puns as we dive deep into the mechanics, storylines, and sheer fun of The Invincible Iron Man. So grab your GameBoy Advance, polish up your armor, and get ready to blast off into an episode that’s as thrilling as a high-speed flight over Stark Tower! Suit up listeners because this episode is going to be a blast! Learn such things as: How Tony Stark has fought in all of these different wars. Why was an Iron Man game even made pre MCU? Are comic cut scenes the best thing ever? And so much more! You can find Zach on Twitter @ztonack, BlueSky @ztonack, megageekscanbecool on Tumbler, and Anorak2201 on FanFiction.Net and Archive Of Our Own. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to Condrey #6 (available as a physical and digital book) brought to us by Legacy Comix, and The Last Comic Shop Podcast for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who might have gotten eaten by the void. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    34 min
  5. Batman Dark Tomorrow with Robert Fitton (Storymoders)

    AUG 5

    Batman Dark Tomorrow with Robert Fitton (Storymoders)

    Holy glitchy gameplay, Batman! In this electrifying episode of Play Comics, we’re diving deep into the murky waters of Batman: Dark Tomorrow, the Gamecube and Xbox game that had fans scratching their heads and controllers flying across the room. Based on the contemporary Batman comics of its time, this game had all the makings of a classic—dark, brooding atmosphere, a complex storyline, and our favorite caped crusader. But did it live up to the hype, or did it fall into the depths of Gotham’s sewers? Joining us on this bat-tastic journey is none other than Robert Fitton from the Storymoders podcast. Robert brings his storytelling expertise to help us unravel the tangled web of this game’s narrative and mechanics. Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs, insights, and maybe a few bat-signals of distress as we explore what went right and oh-so-wrong with Batman: Dark Tomorrow. Buckle up, Bat-fans—this is one episode you won’t want to miss! Learn such things as: Is Batman ever going to kill the Joker? When will people understand that growing the scope of a game late in the development process is a bad idea? Did Chris create a monkey’s paw situation by wishing for games with original story lines so often? And so much more! You can find the guest on Twitch @Mr_Hox182, Twitter @mr_hox, and the Storymoders podcast. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. Or tell a friend and get them to come on the show If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to D’ohMance Dawn and Condrey Vol 1 (brought to us by Legacy Comix) for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who doesn’t exist on the internet anymore and I’m not sure why I’m leaving the link here. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    42 min
  6. Inuyasha A Fuedal Fairy Tale with Josh Wells (Character Wells)

    JUL 29

    Inuyasha A Fuedal Fairy Tale with Josh Wells (Character Wells)

    Welcome back to another thrilling episode of Play Comics! This week, we’re diving headfirst into the time-warping, demon-slaying world of InuYasha: A Feudal Fairy Tale, the PlayStation classic that brought the beloved manga and anime series to the gaming console. Get ready for a journey through feudal Japan, where sacred jewels and half-demons reign supreme. But hold onto your sacred arrows, because we’ve got a special treat for you! Joining us today is the multi-talented Josh Wells, the creative force behind Character Wells and part of the new audio drama series set in the DC universe, The Mortalverse. Josh brings his unique perspective and boundless enthusiasm to our discussion, making this an episode you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a die-hard InuYasha fan or a newcomer to the series, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a touch of nostalgia. So grab your Tessaiga, tune in, and join us on this feudal fairy tale adventure! Learn such things as: What happens when Lassie isn’t there to tell anyone that you fell down a well? Why shouldn’t you shoot the demon bird from 200 yards away that just stole your jewel? Do all dogs really go to heaven? And so much more! You can find Josh on Twitter @characterwells, Instagram @characterwells, a new project that he’s a part of called The Mortalverse, and of course his website Character Wells. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to Condrey Vol 1 (brought to us by Legacy Comix) and Crossplay Conversations for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who fell down a well and never came out. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    41 min
  7. Dragon Ball Z Legendary Super Warriors with Karrington Martin (K&K Indie Gaming Corner)

    JUL 22

    Dragon Ball Z Legendary Super Warriors with Karrington Martin (K&K Indie Gaming Corner)

    Attention Earthlings and Saiyans alike! Power up your podcasting devices to over 9000 because it’s time for another electrifying episode of Play Comics! Today we’re diving headfirst into the pixelated world of Dragon Ball Z Legendary Super Warriors on the Game Boy Color. Prepare for a journey through time space and nostalgic handheld gaming that’ll make your hair stand on end (and possibly turn golden). Joining us on this epic quest is none other than our legendary recurring guest Karrington Martin from K&K Indie Gaming Corner. He’s back faster than you can say “Instant Transmission” ready to unleash his wealth of knowledge like a perfectly timed Spirit Bomb. So grab your senzu beans, polish your dragon balls, and get ready to explore a game that squeezed the entire DBZ saga into a tiny cartridge. It’s time to go beyond the manga pages and into the realm of pocket-sized martial arts mayhem. Let’s see if this game is truly legendary or if it’ll leave us wishing for the dragon to grant us a better adaptation! Learn such things as: Is Dragon Ball the most important anime/manga franchise in the history of anime/manga that we got in North America? How many different versions of the same character do you need in a game? Did the smaller number of available things in the past help to give us a more centralized zeitgeist, and if so is that a better situation than the overwhelming number of choices that we have today? And so much more! You can find Karrington at K&K Indie Gaming podcast website. You can also find him on Twitter @Desertfury90. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to the Glitterjaw Queer Podcast Collective and Cast A Role for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who is still waiting for his saiyan powers to kick in. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    44 min
  8. Yu-Gi-Oh The Eternal Duelist Soul & The Sacred Cards with David Arnold (Are You my Mother?, Gimmicks)

    JUL 15

    Yu-Gi-Oh The Eternal Duelist Soul & The Sacred Cards with David Arnold (Are You my Mother?, Gimmicks)

    Ready your decks and shuffle those cards, because this episode of Play Comics is about to take you on a wild ride through the pixelated world of Yu-Gi-Oh! Join us as we dive deep into the Game Boy Advance classics Eternal Duelist Soul and The Sacred Cards. These games are based on the legendary manga that taught us all how to dramatically shout “It’s time to duel!” without any hint of irony. This week, we’re not just drawing cards—we’re drawing in the expertise of the one and only David Arnold! You might know him from his insightful and hilarious takes on Are You My Mother? and Gimmicks. David’s here to help us navigate the labyrinth of duels, traps, and monster summons, all while keeping our life points intact. Expect a whirlwind of witty banter, nostalgic nods, and perhaps a few too many references to the heart of the cards. Whether you’re a seasoned duelist or just here for the laughs, this episode promises to be a critical hit. So, grab your Duel Disk, tune in, and let’s see if we can summon some podcast magic! Name the guest, where they’re from, what we’re looking at, and maybe another vague statement Learn such things as: Do you even need to be a player from the comics? Is the concept of playing a game inside a game too meta for the small children? Just what did we miss out on when watching the American versions of anime when we were younger? And so much more! You can find the guest on Twitter @dmuma22 and Instragram @dmuma. If you want to catch other podcast adventures from David then you should check out Are You My Mother?, Gimmicks, or the newly launched Fear Coded. While you’re at it check out the other shows over on Glitterjaw as well. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you’re interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to Shonen Flop and Last Sons of Krypton for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who refuses to play card games because of a childhood incident involving Charizard and some grape jelly. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Read transcript

    37 min
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Play Comics is a show that looks at video games based on comic properties and how faithful those games stay to the source material.

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  • Creator
    Chris Osborne
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    294
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2019-2021 Play Comics
  • Show Website
    Play Comics

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