Stalking The Retro

STR 39: Coins Detected In Pocket.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:58:00 +0000

STR 39: Coins Detected In Pocket.

Vipp and myself discuss fixing old broken Game Gears, retro console mods, retro games we've been playing lately and the run up to the Retro Revival gaming convention. The very funny Focus joins us and we talk about all the arcades and gaming shops he's been visiting across America for his wonderful Arcade USA you tube show. Find out about the rare Meteors arcade machine with only one known to exist and much much more in yet another exciting episode of Stalking The Retro! Thanks Vipp and Kerry for pimping STR at Retro Revival. You guys are awesome!

STR 38: Hoarding The Retro.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:52:00 +0000

STR 38: Hoarding The Retro.

Septic Lemon and I talk about the upcoming Retro Revival that begins next weekend in sunny ole England. Ian talks about his recent gaming pickups and we discuss the wonderful and awesome Game Boy family. This episode is filled with retro news including a hilarious run down of some of the most recent retro related Kick Starters. If you are so inclined go to Kickstarter and look up Rex Rocket and of course make sure you check out some 8 bit socks whilst you are there. Oh and apologies to Nigel he's not a sex boy after all but in fact the composer of the OST for Rex Rocket. Sorry about that Sascrotch! Hope you enjoy the show!

STR 37: Give Us The Retro!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:05:00 +0000

STR 37: Give Us The Retro!

The great FocusRS joins me in the first half and we discuss his retro pickups and latest trips to some incredible arcades around America. We discuss some awesome home brew for the Atari 2600 including the all new RetroGaming Roundup presents: CGE Adventures. We also run down some new projects on Kick Starter.

In the second half Sexual Lemon drops in and we discuss his search for an Intellivison! We also round up some retro news and discuss Ian's obsession with Zork.

Special shout out to Nurmix for making the remixed STR theme song which you can hear in it's entirety at the end of the show. Nurmix makes incredible music and he's Really Cool as well!

STR 36: Yep Yep Yep Podcast Yep Yep Yep.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 17:50:00 +0000

STR 36: Yep Yep Yep Podcast Yep Yep Yep.

In this episode we discuss FocusRS's trip to Indianapolis, his visit to the Tilt Studios Arcade for Arcade USA and our recent retro gaming pickups. We delve into some very interesting video pinball games that you may or may not of heard of and much much more. Sexual Lemon joins us in the second half and we have an exciting three way. So sit back relax, grab a bowl of Special K with horse berries and enjoy another exciting episode of Stalking The Retro.

STR 35: Nurmix And The Arcade Benefactor.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:33:00 +0000

STR 35: Nurmix And The Arcade Benefactor.
The always awesome Nurmix finally returns and he has a lot to say in this episode. Nurmix aka Paul, aka Mike Oxlong has just started collecting arcade machines and we discuss his ever growing garage-cade. We discuss the repair and maintenance of classic arcade cabs, building a Mame machine, finding the right black light carpet, arcade machine horrors as well as the awesome benefits of having your own arcade man cave. So grab an adult beverage of your choice and prepare yourself for another awesome episode of Stalking The Retro! Thanks again Nurmix for joining in the fun and remember if you want to be on STR just hit up Indieseoul in the Retro Gaming Roundup forums.

STR 34: Horse It's What's For Dinner.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:01:00 +0000

STR 34: Horse It's What's For Dinner.
This episode is dedicated to the incredible yet underrated Sega Saturn. The Saturn can be a very expensive system to collect for but it is also a console with an extensive library of awesome games. We discuss some hidden gems as well as some interesting and naughty imports. Ian and I discuss our progress in System Shock 2 as well as our feelings about the upcoming PlayStation 4.

Vipp joins us for a bit and for the very first time his wonderful fiance Kerry talks about some retro handhelds and games she has recently acquired.

For those that listen to the whole episode there is a hilarious bonus clip where the great FocusRS describes why food is less essential than a $999 Star Wars Webcam.

If you like this episode please rate and subscribe to us on I tunes or your feed reader of choice.

STR 33: SoCal Mike is Really Cool!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 12:58:00 +0000

STR 33: SoCal Mike is Really Cool!

It's time again for another really cool episode of Stalking The Retro. We are joined by the great Mike Kennedy from Game Gavel and Retro Gaming Roundup. SoCal finally gets to read some news on a podcast. We discuss programming games on old school computers, retro games we are playing now, must buy GameCube games, Mike's latest arcade cab, the upcoming RGRU Atari game and so much more. It's a long episode but make sure you listen to every minute. Thanks again SoCal for joining us and being really cool!

Why not make a game out of this episode? Every time SoCal Mike says "really cool" take a long stiff drink.

STR 32: I Haven't Licked The Cat.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:40:00 +0000

STR 32: I Haven't Licked The Cat.

It's time again for another hilarious episode of Stalking The Retro. We discuss Sim City past and present, some cool games to play on the Dreamcast, all of the retro games we have been playing lately, Focus and his Arcade USA series, the future of gaming and the first year of Stalking The Retro. Vipp joins us in this very special episode and steals the show with his dry wit and bizarre sense of humor. It's been a very interesting year and here's hoping that next year will be even better. So if you have a couple of hours to spare give us a listen and please don't forget to rate us on Itunes and subscribe to the cast if you find it to your liking. If you are really kinky you can even stream us on Stitcher radio. Bring out the gimp!

STR 31: MagFest 11: Fire Ants In My Baby Pants.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:31:00 +0000

STR 31: MagFest 11: Fire Ants In My Baby Pants.

The Great FocusRS joins Ian and myself as we discuss his recent trip to MagFest 11. FocusRS tells us the harrowing tales of manning the Retro Gaming Roundup booth and the interesting things that he saw and did there. We discuss some retro news and of course the games that we have been playing lately. So sit back and grab a drink but be forewarned this episode is sure to make you laugh till you cry. Oh and beware the fire ants!

STR 30: Beer and RetroGaming in Las Vegas.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:30:00 +0000

STR 30: Beer and RetroGaming in Las Vegas.

Ian and I discuss my trip to the Colonies aka the United States in this very long episode of Stalking The Retro. We talk about the games I picked up whilst abroad, The 1984 Arcade in Springfield Missouri, my drunken adventures in Las Vegas including a trip to the Insert Coins arcade, Ian's Christmas games pickups and much much more! So sit back relax and crack a beer cause this one is a long one.

STR 29: The Drunken MULEtacular

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 03:02:00 +0000

STR 29: The Drunken MULEtacular
In honor of RGRU Septic Lemon, Focusrs, Vipp and I drunkenly play the online version of M.U.L.E. for over five hours. Now we doubt anyone will listen to the whole thing but hey it might make some nice background noise whilst you are wrapping up the last few presents before Christmas. So sit back and enjoy the longest episode of Stalking The Retro that you will ever hear. Tip back the eggnog and don't say when! Merry Christmas everyone!

STR 28: Star Control And The Nightmare Hole

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:20:00 +0000

STR 28: Star Control And The Nightmare Hole

Septic Lemon, Focursrs and I discuss the awesome game series Star Control. We talk about games for the C64 that Septic has been playing, the all new Canadian Wii Mini, progress on the Atari Pi project, Tempest controller mods, Tempest trivia and much much more in this action packed and hilarious episode of Stalking The Retro. Warning if you decide to drink at 9 in the morning you might find yourself falling down the Tempest hole like our dear friend Focusrs. The Tempest hole contains some very frightening monsters so make sure you bring your rotary controller and take plenty of lithium to calm yourself.

Check out the Stalking The Retro thread on the Game Gavel Forums for some of the links we discussed in this episode.

STR 27: Pull Out Your Commodore Brutha!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 12:01:00 +0000

STR 27: Pull Out Your Commodore Brutha!

Ian is back and we talk about some awesome C64 games that he has been playing and buying from the interwebz. We discuss the new Great Giana Sisters game, what we have been playing lately, some VCS games that are a must play, cool shit on Game Gavel, the bit 60 computer, games and consoles we have picked up lately and much much more. So pull out your Commodore 64 brother and hold on tight we are about to rock your ears with some retro gaming love!

STR 26: Tempest, Nuon and Lady Galaga.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:19:00 +0000

STR 26: Tempest, Nuon and Lady Galaga.

The great Focusrs joins me as we chat about his latest acquisition the Nuon a very rare and almost unheard of video game console. We also get into the retro and discuss all things Tempest, modding and repairing controllers and game consoles as well as collecting games across the country and the world. We discover why Socal Mike from the RGRU podcast always interrupts people and much much more in this hilarious and action packed episode of Stalking The Retro.

STR 25: Magicians A language Learning RPG

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 16:25:00 +0000

STR 25: Magicians A language Learning RPG

Do you enjoy table top RPGs? Do you want to play an adventure similar to games like Dungeons and Dragons but at the same time learn a language? Well Kyle Simons has created an awesome game that could be up your alley. It's like an old school pad and pencil RPG but with a new twist. You are required to learn Korean in order to cast spells in the game. It's a community that I think will be exploding very soon. With the viral Kangnam Style video making it's rounds Korean has become the latest need to know language. Whether you are into old school RPGs or just want to hear a case study on how to win at Kickstarter, this is the episode for you. Check it out now and get in on this awesome kickstarter. You won't be disappointed.

Magicians A language Learning RPG

STR 24: Happy Halloween Horror Hour.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 10:34:00 +0000

STR 24: Happy Halloween Horror Hour.

Halloween is right around the corner so to put you in the mood for Halloween gaming Septic Lemon and I present this special spooky episode. We talk about horror games such as 7th Guest and Silent Hill. We discuss the horror of the cloud and much much more. Skype has done it's job by putting in some scary wind sound effects so make sure you listen to this episode with your headphones on, the blankets pulled up to your teeth and the lights off. Enjoy and Happy Halloween! Muha ha ha ha Muhaha ha ha......

STR 23: Play Expo 2012, Tiny Tim and Evolution Space Jesus.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:22:00 +0000

STR 23: Play Expo 2012, Tiny Tim and Evolution Space Jesus.

Ian just got back from the awesome Play Expo in Manchester, England. We discuss the top ten best and worst of Play Expo 2012. Ian stalks Mario and Luigi for an interview plays some games with Jeff Minter, discusses XCOM with the guys from the 2K booth, plays a round in a warlords tournament and much much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ian aka Septic Lemon. This is our first gaming convention but hopefully not our last.

STR 22: Platforming Lesbians.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:41:00 +0000

STR 22: Platforming Lesbians.

Ian and I discuss The Great Giana Sisters, Black Mesa, The Turbo Graphx-16, my recent trip to the Korean gaming market, The Wii U price point, virtual reality, the upcoming Replay Expo and much much more! This really is all the video gaming action one can stuff into an hour and fifteen minute podcast.

STR 21: Oppa PSYgnosis Style!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 10:12:00 +0000

STR 21: Oppa PSYgnosis Style!

Ian and I discuss the awesome developer and publisher Psygnosis which recently bit the dust. We also get into Canon Fodder, 3D polygon games and much much more in yet another action packed episode of Stalking The Retro!

STR 20: Retro Shaun and the Hairy Ball Theory.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:02:00 +0000

STR 20: Retro Shaun and the Hairy Ball Theory.

Stalking The Retro get's its first interview! Retro Shaun and I discuss his career as a digital artist in the video game and film industry. We talk about Destruction Derby, Driver, Bioshock and some interesting unreleased games he worked on. We answer the age old question of whether or not he is truly retro, his massive obsession with collecting games, his first memories of playing arcade games, life as a Geordie and much much more!

Note: This episode was recorded before Digital Domain screwed him over by closing their Port St. Lucie Studio. I hope that Shaun can find a new job soon and won't have to move again.

How does a Geordie Lass turn on the light after sex? Listen to this episode of Stalking The Retro to find out!

STR 19:OUYA OH YEAH!!!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:28:00 +0000

STR 19: OUYA OH YEAH!!!

The Macho Man Randy Savage, Septic Lemon and I discuss the OUYA open console in this action packed episode of Stalking The Retro. Some people pronounce it the: "OO Ya" But I think that "OH YEAH" is the way it's supposed to be said. I've heard it both ways is what I'm trying to say. We also get into Ian's new toy the Nexus 7, his trip to the colonies, some retro things I picked up and of course some retro inspired new games that you can buy. Check it out now by subscribing to the feed or clicking on the link thing down there. Remember if you don't listen to this the ghost of the Macho Man will forever haunt you! OH YEAH!!!!! Snap into an OUYA! (Warning: Doing this will most definitely void your warranty.)

STR 18: That's Nostalgia!

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 04:07:00 +0000

STR 18: That's Nostalgia!

Join Nurmix and me as we take a look at the things that make us nostalgic for our childhoods. From Mattel handheld games to VertiBirds we take a walk down memory lane and hopefully take you along for the ride in the latest episode of Stalking the Retro.

STR 17: A Podcast This Random Takes Ages.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:11:00 +0000

A Podcast This Random Takes Ages.

In this episode Septic Lemon and I discuss The Incredible Machine games, bizarre Sega commercials, Korean and British Cyber Cafes and other random gaming topics. So if you are in the mood to hear two guys randomly discuss video games give it a listen.

STR 16: The Wizard of Odyssey

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 03:48:00 +0000

STR 16: The Wizard of Odyssey

Do you love the Odyssey 2? Are you thinking about getting this often overlooked console? Well you should listen to the latest episode of Stalking the Retro. Nurmix and I go on for over two hours talking about this awesome system. This episode is completely dedicated to the incredible Odyssey 2. We talk about the hardware, the game programmers, collecting for the system and much much more! The excitement of a game the mind of a computer.

STR 15: Need for IP: Most Wanted.

indieseoul@gmail.com (Indieseoul) — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 13:09:00 +0000

STR 15: Need for IP: Most Wanted.

If you have heard our podcast before you know what it's about. It's just some guys from the Retro Gaming Roundup forum talking about their own video gaming passions, games they are playing now and stuff like that. This episode seems a bit Sega centric but we also talk about a large plethora of other gaming and retro topics. So strap yourself in real tight and give Stalking the Retro a chance. Who knows you might become one of our growing number of subscribers.