In the final episode of the Racketboy Podcast, Dave and John talk about their year in gaming, their thoughts on the show’s five-year run, and what they plan to work on in the future. Enjoy the final show, and thanks to everyone for all the support through the years!

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Dave and John are joined by Racketboy Forum regulars Luke and Aaron to talk about games, play games, and otherwise share in some banter and laughs. A good time was had by all, and now you can feel like you were right in the middle of the action!

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Dave and John weigh in on the World’s Largest Video Game Collection auction, talk about the indie gaming bubble, Shovel Knight, cyberpunk fiction, and the Retron 5.

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Be sure to also catch Episode #72, which was released simultaneously with this one!

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Show Music
intro: Total Annihilation – Intro
outro: Metal Gear 2 – Red Sun

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Daniel Johnson recently published a lengthy ebook that engages in a critical analysis of the Game Boy Advance game Wario Land 4, focusing closely on its design elements. In this interview, Daniel discusses the book, the process of writing, compliments and criticisms he has received about the book, and the current state of game criticism.

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Show Music
intro: Wario Land 4 – Wario’s Rouelette
outro: Wario Land 4 – Wildflower Fields (Staff Roll)

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After an apology to the listeners for the wait, Dave and John discuss recent gaming acquisitions and what they are currently playing. The discussion then turns to HD Remasters, recent retro news, gaming with friends, and perfectionist play-styles. They finish up answering listener questions and feedback. Enjoy.

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Show Music
intro: Ogre Battle 64 – Diana – Hero Theme
outro: Ogre Battle 64 – Decisive

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In this episode, Dave and John discuss the importance of a proper video connection, talk about some recent news about Nintendo’s financials, and address your questions and comments.

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Show Music
intro music: Zanac Neo – Option
intermission music: Yoshi’s Island – Athletic
outro music: Ogre Battle – Thunder (Revolt)

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Bill Stiernberg is one half of the indie developer duo Zeboyd Games, the studio that has released titles like Cthulhu Saves the World, Breath of Death VII, and the recent Penny Arcade games.  They are currently working on Cosmic Star Heroine.  John sits down with Bill in his Houston area home and office to discuss his work with Zeboyd Games, retro gaming, his gaming collection and gaming habits, and his views on the direction and future of the gaming industry. The pictures seen above are a few Bill graciously let us take of his gameroom and work area.

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Audio tracks:
Intro – Save the World – 01 – Cthulhu Saves the World OST
Ending – Straying Into Darkness – 05 – Cthulhu Saves the World OST

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In this episode, Dave and John discuss their experiences with broken PS4s, the strengths and weaknesses of the systemâ€s launch, comment on their favorite “cult classics” from the previous generation, and chat sports games and FPSs.  They also discuss The Wizard and provide a brief teaser about the guest who will be featured on the next episode.

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