Games designed for kids can be enjoyable even for adults, though they often require looking at them with a different mindset than traditional games. In…
David Shadoff returns to discuss his work on PC-FX throughout 2024 and a Hudson event he attended in Japan. He also connected us with Chip…
Sometimes, Japanese games have a certain allure to them that I have trouble quantifying. I've really started to question why I and others hold a…
Ben recently attended the 2024 Portland Retro Game Expo to host a booth featuring the PC-FX. We discuss PRGE attendees' reactions to the PC-FX. (more…)
Phantasy Star Online is an iconic title in early online console gaming. But a small menu added between versions unleashed the player's capabilities. (more…)
Phantasy Star Online played a massive role in popularizing online console games at the turn of the century. However, I often struggle to convey its…
Licensed games, especially those aimed at kids, are easy to dismiss and ignore as a traditional game player. However, Princess Poki helped me see the…
In this episode we discuss Sparkling Feather, an SRPG/TRPG for the PC-FX with a large and diverse cast. Your relationship with them and their trust…
Respectful game criticism can be tough, especially when being critical. Alex Fraioli recently had to walk that line when creating a video criticizing the narratives…
I talk with SnowyAria about our shared interest in "Bad" and "Kusoge" titles, including what makes them worth playing and loving. (more…)