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Play Retro Show

Play Retro Show

By: Scott Johnson
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 Scott Johnson and Brian Dunaway talk about retro video games!

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  • PLAY RETRO 183: Bubsy!

    PLAY RETRO 183: Bubsy!
    Sep 10 2025
    Bubsy the Bobcat debuted in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind (1993) on the SNES and Genesis, a colorful platformer built around speed and Bubsy’s glide ability. The series continued with Bubsy II (1994), adding hub-based level selection, multiplayer, and gadgets; Fractured Furry Tales (1994) on Atari Jaguar, which rethemed the action around fairy tales; and Bubsy 3D (1996) on PlayStation, which attempted early 3D platforming with exploration and collectibles.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Play Retro Co-op: The Making of the Great Game Soundtracks

    Play Retro Co-op: The Making of the Great Game Soundtracks
    Sep 2 2025

    Today’s Play Retro is a special episode! Scott and Brian talking about the making of great soundtracks in games, retro or otherwise, and why it might just be the best source of music for anyone trying to find something that reaches them in a deeper way.


    Video: https://youtu.be/2Pey9lj1xlE

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    34 mins
  • PLAY RETRO 182: The Metal Slug Series

    PLAY RETRO 182: The Metal Slug Series
    Aug 27 2025
    Metal Slug debuted in 1996 on SNK’s Neo Geo hardware, developed by Nazca Corporation. It quickly became known for its fluid hand-drawn animation, chaotic run-and-gun action, and humorous take on war. The original game introduced the iconic Metal Slug tank, prisoner rescues, and over-the-top boss battles that set the tone for the series.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
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