RetroActive Podcast

Fred Rojas
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A podcast examining the culture of retro video games. Each episode provides an in depth analysis on a specific title, developer, series, or topic and examines the influences on the history of gaming. As a variety show, additional mini sections are dedicated to topics like hardware, modifications, or other interesting factors of contemporary retro gaming. Hosted by Fred Rojas of gaminghistory101.com and featuring guest co-hosts, it's a new look at an old topic.

  1. 2D AGO

    Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance (GBA, 2002)

    This week Fred leaps back into the GBA Castlevania series with Harmony of Dissonance.  0:27 - Intro 47:56 - Games and Hardware 1:24:53 - Harmony of Dissonance 2:10:55 - One More Thing: Castelvania: Nocturne Opening Song: Incarnation of Darkness Break Song: Approach to Despair Closing Song: To the Center of the Demonic Castle

    2h 19m

  2. FEB 11

    Infamous vs Prototype

    This week Fred tackles two distinct games that in the summer of 2009 couldn't help but getting constantly compared to each other. He discusses each game and the similarities and differences between them. Mobius Strip Technologies (Mega SD Expansion): https://mobiusstriptechnologies.com/ Retro Remake (Super Station One): https://retroremake.co/

    2h 6m

  3. FEB 4

    Sega CD, Part 1

    This week there's a heavy intro before Fred delves into the Sega CD's first showing in its first year. We discuss the CD consoles before and after, the technical improvements, and of course, the game library. Sorry for the pudgy picture, couldn't find a good photo at the last minute. 0:00 - Intro 01:05:30 - Topic: Sega CD, Part 1 2:20:30 - One More Thing: Hellraiser DSPico USB-C at Phenom Mod featured on Macho Nacho: https://store.phenommod.com/?product=dspico-pre-order DosBox Pure Guide from Video Game Esoterica: https://github.com/schellingb/dosbox-pure

    2h 41m

  4. JAN 28

    Shadow Hearts (PS2)

    This week Fred welcomes guest Danny to discuss the cult classic Shadow Hearts. Despite Fred's distaste for turn-based JRPGs, Danny recommended he give it a try anyway, and the result was a lengthy discussion about a very special game.

    2h 21m

  5. JAN 25 · BONUS

    Streaming Subscription Alternatives in 2026

    For this bonus episode, Fred is snowed in and decided to discuss alternatives to subscription streaming services for movies and TV in 2026.

    1h 19m

  6. JAN 21

    Time After Time

    This week Fred discusses game length, why it's important to him, and delves into some of his longest play times. Closing Song: Uncertain Hope from Timespinner

    1h 44m

  7. JAN 14

    ReImagined

    This week's topic is all about the hacks that enhanced already popular titles. Mega Man Trilogy Revamped (8-bit) - 38:40 Star Wars Trilogy Redux (16-bit) - 1:11:52 Aladdin Final Cut (16-bit) - 1:35:45 Final Fight MD (16-bit) - 1:43:42 One more thing: Stranger Things (spoiler free) - 1:51:38

    2h 5m

  8. JAN 7

    4 Decades on the 6s

    This week Fred looks back at 4 decades of gaming on the 6s (times are approximate) 1986 - 50:48 1996 - 1:11:30 2006 - 1:41:00 2016 - 2:04:00

    2h 32m
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A podcast examining the culture of retro video games. Each episode provides an in depth analysis on a specific title, developer, series, or topic and examines the influences on the history of gaming. As a variety show, additional mini sections are dedicated to topics like hardware, modifications, or other interesting factors of contemporary retro gaming. Hosted by Fred Rojas of gaminghistory101.com and featuring guest co-hosts, it's a new look at an old topic.

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  • Creator
    Fred Rojas
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Fred Rojas
  • Show Website
    RetroActive Podcast

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