The Legend of Retro

There’s not much more than meets the eye to our game this week, Beast Wars: Transformers. Chops and Craig try to find the most redeemable thing about this game other than the cartoon show. Listen as they reminisce about all things Transformers and their conflicted feelings on the ending of the video game. Then, the Retro Relapse leaves a nasty taste in our mouth, but that’s all saved by the conclusion of this seasons bracket, as we find out who’s in the finals of our Character Theme Music Bracket. So prepare yourself, for BEAST WAAAAAAAARS!!!

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This weeks episode is Quacktastic and full of plungers. Chops and Craig, wearing only their adventuring fedora and jacket, go traveling to find the most amazing treasure the world has ever seen, QuackShot! Find out why this is one of Chop’s favorite games of all time!!! Then, the guys are stunned as the Glitch finally gave them an enjoyable game for the Retro Relapse. Lastly, we see what other two contenders have reached the final four in our Character Theme Music Bracket. All this and more, here in Duckburg…I mean on the Legend of Retro.

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On the day of recording the podcast, Craig_WK has to ask Don Glitch a favor, but getting involved with the mob is never so easy. Join the duo as they discuss a game that delves into the dark side of New York, where they chat about organized crime; along with game play, music and the movie behind the game. Afterwards, Craig_WK laments to the Glitch that he got a Retro Relapse that he got his hopes up for. Afterwards, Future Craig_WK chats about the ongoing music bracket before he gets flung back into the time stream.

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In this tense episode, Craig_WK and The Glitch hesitantly advance into the depths of terror as they discuss a unique science fiction survival horror game for the Sega Saturn! Nervously listen in, as they chat about the game play, graphics, and history behind Enemy Zero! They also talk about one of the most interesting creators in video game history: Kenji Eno. When the duo get to the Retro Relapse, The Glitch tries to sell him on a Sega CD game, but Craig_WK isn’t buying it! Finally, the hosts chat about it’s becoming more difficult than ever to make a decision in the music bracket, as two amazing Super Nintendo soundtracks go head to head! Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from The Legend of Retro!

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In this week’s episode, Craig_WK and The Glitch are joined by Hovercraft Joe from The Last Action Podcast, and it’s a miracle that they stay on topic! The three kidds talk about the game play, history, music, rock/scissor/paper, and an influence that might just be from a popular franchise! For the Retro Relapse, they all rip their shirts in rage, and almost go green in the face when Hovercraft Joe forces them to play a GameCube game about an angry super hero. Finally, for the music bracket, two somber classics go head to head, one from the NES and another from the N64. Make sure to listen to The Legend of Retro, to be transported into a world of miracles!

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The blue bomber is back and this time, he’s in invaded the interwebs! Craig and Chops “Jack In” to the first entry of the Mega Man Battle Network series. If you’ve ever wondered what people thought of the internet as it was just becoming popular, this game does a great job of showing that time in history. Also, we continue with our Character Theme Music Bracket and discuss another punishment placed on the team by The Glitch with the Retro Relapse.

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Sorry lovers of hot pizza, but there’s no avoiding the Noid this week. Finally, The Legend of Retro team shouts their rally cry as they cover Yo! Noid! Live Xander’s fantasy as the guys save the world with pizza somehow, find out why you maybe haven’t seen the Noid lately, and listen as we fail to stay on topic when it comes to fast food related games. Fly the starship into space with Retro Relapse and decide which song should return to mommy or go home to be a family man in the Character Theme Bracket. Did you like the M.C. Kids episode? Well this one’s for you.

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In this week’s episode of The Legend of Retro, TheGlitch is joined by Fox McCloudserver to talk about Starfox 64. But watch out, because where there’s Team GlitchFox there’s always Team Xando_WK not far behind! So do a barrell roll and relive the tales of seeking all the alternate routes, the wonderfully cheesy voice over work, and the mystery of how this is the only really good Star Fox game. Join the Retro Relapse Revolution and find out if the next winner in our character bracket is cut down too soon or will be escaping through time!

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In this very special episode, Craig_WK is joined by not only The Glitch, but also The Glitch’s cousin Ryan, and they gush about one of the greatest run and gun games of all time! They dive into their own histories with the game, as well as the plot, game play, story, and music. During the Retro Relapse, Ryan brings along a game from his childhood, but is that enough for it to score high on the 8-bit scale? The character theme music bracket continues with two Americans going head to head, but which one of them will go home and be a family man?

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In today’s episode Craig_WK and The Glitch really are a scream, as they discuss the infamous Nintendo game Fester’s Quest. They dive into the history of The Addams Family, as well as the mechanics of the game, glitches, speed run information, and discuss how the game has surprisingly good music. Then the duo chat about another licensed property, but this time it’s on the Game Boy. Afterwards, for the character theme bracket, two ladies are going head to head, to see who advances into the next round!

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In this week’s episode of The Legend of Retro, Craig_WK and The Glitch go beyond the typical adventure game with one of the greats of the Sega Genesis: Beyond Oasis! Listen in as they discuss the fantasy story, pseudo beat-em-up controls and Yuzo Koshiro’s mother? Afterwards, they head to the beach to discuss the Retro Relapse for the week, and wrap things up with two warriors in red armor going head to head in our character theme music bracket!

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Nyuck, nyuck, nyuck! In this wacky episode CraigWK and the Glitch slap each other around, make fools of themselves, and talk about a zany game for the Nintendo called The Three Stooges! The two hosts delve into the history of the comedy act that became one of the most popular series of short films of all time, and chat about how strange the game is. This week’s Retro Relapse brings Craig_WK and the Glitch split up and choose teams for the great American pastime. For the character bracket themes, two noble heroes go head to head. Make sure to check out this zany, nostalgic and heroic episode!

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