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Retro Obscura Podcast

Retro Obscura Podcast

Hosted by Aaron Hickman, Adam Kennelley and Paul Stevenson

Retro Obscura Podcast

64 episodesEN-US

Show overview

Retro Obscura Podcast has been publishing since 2013, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 64 episodes. That works out to roughly 120 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.

Episodes typically run over ninety minutes — most land between 1h 25m and 2h 30m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Games & Hobbies show.

The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 8.6 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2014, with 45 episodes published.

Episodes
64
Running
2013–2017 · 4y
Median length
1h 53m
Cadence
Monthly

From the publisher

Retro Obscura is a podcast hosted by Aaron Hickman, Adam Kennelley, and Paul Stevenson about obscure and forgotten video games of the past.

Latest Episodes

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Retro Obscura 61: Stop Talking

Retro Obscura 61: Stop Talking Intro: Featured Games: Random talk about Ys games / Clash at Demonhead / Street Fighter 2010 and more! End Credits: Intro Song (Follin’s March) by Aaron “Dya” Hickman and Trevin “Jredd” Hughes https://soundcloud.com/diagamblic/follins-march-ft-jredd Outtro Song (Peace is Restored) written by Jredd from the album The Next Level. It can be […]

Oct 13, 20171h 15m

RETRO OBSCURA 60: I Blame Aaron

Retro Obscura 60: I Blame Aaron Intro: Featured Games: Typhoon Thomson Blues Journey Risky Challenge Mendal Palace Listener Picks: End Credits: Intro Song (Follin’s March) by Aaron “Dya” Hickman and Trevin “Jredd” Hughes https://soundcloud.com/diagamblic/follins-march-ft-jredd Outtro Song (Peace is Restored) written by Jredd from the album The Next Level. It can be purchased […]

Mar 5, 20172h 35m

Retro Obscura Presents: A Lovecraftian Tale of Horror

Hello dear listeners. This is not Episode 60 (blame Aaron). But as a special Halloween treat, the whole cast of Retro Obscura has prepared a special radio drama for your ears only. Will you escape this podcast with your sanity intact? Only time will tell. Cast (In order of appearance) Daniel: Himself our humble doddering […]

Oct 31, 201619 min

RETRO OBSCURA 59: HACK THE PLANET

Retro Obscura 59: Hack the Planet Intro: Break: Pictionary Theme by Tim Follin (NES) Adam’s Trivia Challenge (Punishable by Song) Break: Flashback “Conrad’s Memories” Jean Baudlot & Fabrice Visserot Featured Games: Aaron’s Pick: Sonic 2 Retro Remix Adam’s Pick: Zelda 2: Shadow of Night Dan’s Pick: Super Metroid (Super Zero Mission) Break: Soul Hackers – Drug Gear […]

Sep 24, 20162h 30m

Retro Obscura 58: The Trouble with Traps

Retro Obscura 58: The Trouble with Traps Intro: Welcome the newest member of the Retro Obscura crew – Daniel Tolin! Visit his youtube channel below: Standard Definition Gaming (Retro gameplay videos without commentary) Break: Traps- Turrican 2 OST by Chris Huelsbeck (ATARI ST arrangement by Jochen Hippel) Featured Games: Adam’s pick: New Ghostbusters 2 (NES) Dan’s pick: Rick […]

Aug 19, 20162h 0m

Retro Obscura 57: The Lost Tapes OR 2015 In Review Part 2

Retro Obscura 57: The Lost Tapes OR 2015 In Review Part 2 : Intro: Top Pics for 2015: Aaron 1) Dragon Warrior (NES) Nick Demarco 1) Pac-Land (TG-16) Paul 1) Monster Tale Adam 3) Super Mario Maker 2) Diablo 3 1) Undertale Runner Ups: Five Nights at Freddy’s Actraiser Dolphin Up Little Inferno End Credits: Huge […]

Aug 5, 20161h 44m

Retro Obscura 56: 2015 In Review Part 1

Retro Obscura 56: Intro: Outspeak: Genesis Gems Ten Pence Arcade Podcast Intro: Break: https://soundcloud.com/ddddrive/mega-man-2-gb-remix Top Pics for 2015: Aaron 4) Prince of Persia 3) Shadowrun (Genesis) 2) Mass Effect Trilogy Nick Demarco 4) Ducktales Remastered 3)Blocky Bot 2) Shining Force 2: Sword of Hajya Paul 3)Mercenary Saga 2 2) Seseme Street Counting Cafe (Genesis) Stay […]

Jan 31, 20161h 42m

Retro Obscura 55: 2 Past 2 Obscurious

Retro Obscura 55: 2 Past 2 Obscurious Intro: Outspeak: Relay Bros XEGS Game by Game Podcast Genesis Gems Break: Pole Position Atari 5200 Commercial Featured Games: Paul: Devil Dare Derby 3d (Supersonic Racers) PSX Adam: Super Mad Champ (Super Famicom) Aaron: Turbo Esprit (ZX Spectrum) Break 2: LED Storm Theme – Tim […]

Dec 23, 20151h 31m

Retro Obscura 54: Pumpkin Spice Latte Edition

Retro Obscura 54: Pumpkin Spice Latte Edition Happy Halloween! Power Paw Act 1: Snatch Intro: Outspeak: Genesis Gems Break: Are you Afraid of the Bumper? Featured Games: Paul: Laser Ghost (Sega Master System) Aaron: Nitemare 3-D (Win 3.x, DOS) Adam: Clock Tower (Super Famicom) Break 2: Power Paw Act 2: Cure Side Quest: What horror movies should have been made […]

Oct 31, 20151h 22m

Retro Obscura 53: It’s Turbo Time!

Retro Obscura 53: It’s Turbo Time! Intro: Outspeak: Genesis Gems Dude, You Haven’t Played This Game?! Episode XL: Ghost Sweeper Mikami (SNES) Review Break: Music: https://soundcloud.com/gxscchater/korg-ds-10-tg16-pce-shooter Side Quest: Turbografx-16 Discussion Featured Games: Paul: DownLoad Adam: Fausette Amour Aaron: Military Madness Break 2: Music: https://soundcloud.com/gxscchater/korg-dsn-12-tg-16-pce-test End Credits: Special thanks to GXCCHATER for providing the original Turbo […]

Oct 4, 20151h 28m

Retro Obscura 52: I Have a Thrusting Ability!

Retro Obscura 52: I Have a Thrusting Ability! Intro: Outspeak: Clive Barker’s New Book Game Grumps King Quest Playthrough Buy Table Top Gaming Gear from J-TEK on Amazon! Kyle Murphy’s Insert Coin Podcast Willie’s Coleco Telstar Tricart by Tricart Podcast Master System Masterpieces: Episode 6 – Monster Boy in Monster Land Grab the latest RELAY […]

Sep 3, 20151h 52m

Retro Obscura 51: It’s Not THAT Bad – Pocket Edition

Aaron, Adam and Paul resurrect old segments from the dead and cover handheld games in this week’s edition of Retro Obscura! Episode 51: It’s Not THAT Bad – Pocket Edition Intro: Contest: Congrats Humberto Montoya – You’ve won a Gameboy Color and games for dropping us a review on iTunes! Outspeak: Galloping Ghost Arcade http://www.gallopingghostarcade.com/ Genesis Gems […]

Aug 7, 20151h 53m

Retro Obscura 50: Return

Aaron, Adam and Paul return from a hiatus (some longer than others) to talk about Elevator Action Returns! We also celebrate our 50th episode milestone and take a look back at some of our favorite memories. Episode 50: Return Intro: Welcome back returning co-host Adam Kennelley! Contest: Leave us an review on iTunes for a chance to […]

Jul 13, 20151h 17m

Retro Obscura 49: And This is the Playstation!

Aaron and Paul discuss various Sony Playstation games and Vipp and Aaron interview Stephen Marley – noted British author and writer of Playstation game Martian Gothic. Episode 49: And This is the Playstation! Intro: Outspeak: Genesis Gems Retro Rewind Podcast Atari 5200 Supershow Featured Games: Aaron: Tomba! (Tombi) Rapid Reload (Gunner’s Heaven) Paul: Lucifer’s Ring Interview […]

Jun 3, 20152h 30m

Retro Obscura 48: Pre-Crash Confesssions

Aaron and Paul discuss the golden age of gaming with help from returning co-host Adam and UK contributor Vipp. Episode 48: Pre-Crash Confesssions Intro: Outspeak: Atari 2600 Game By Game Podcast Colecovisions Podcast Intellivisionaries Intarvisions Podcast Listener Question and Prize: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroobscura/permalink/392471544258267/ Congratulations to Jeff Weber from our facebook group for winning the prize: Broken Sword […]

Mar 8, 20151h 26m

Retro Obscura 47: Don’t Call It a Metroidvania

Aaron and Paul discuss the origins and meaning of the Metroidvania genre and talk about Tails Adventure, Citadel, and Zillion with help from UK correspondent Vipp. Episode 47: Don’t Call it a Metroidvania Intro: Outspeak: Metroidvania Mayhem Atari 7800 Game By Game Podcast Pixeltunes Radio – Metroid Super Podcast Land Features: Metroidvania Discussion : Games: […]

Feb 14, 20151h 45m

Retro Obscura 46: Two Dudes and a ZX Spectrum

We talk ZX Spectrum and more with a special interview with developers Jas Austin and Byron Atkinson Episode 46: Two Dudes and a ZX Spectrum Intro: Outspeak: Sprite Castle is back – Rob “Flack” O’Hara – Throwback Reviews Network http://www.spritecastle.com/ Chris Wilkin’s new book about the ZX Spectrum http://www.fusionretrobooks.com/product-p/spect.htm Retro Obscura was nominated for Podcast of […]

Feb 1, 20152h 30m

Retro Obscura 45: 2014 – A Year in Gaming

Paul and Aaron discuss their Top 10 Games of 2014. Intro: Outspeak: Bob and Katie Show https://www.facebook.com/thebobandkatieshow Retro State of Mind http://www.retrostateofmind.com/about-us/ What is Your Favorite Game of All Time? – Listener topic from Kenny Gregory https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroobscura/permalink/372909972881091/ Paul: Aaron: 10. Astroboy (GBA) 10 Yoomp! (Atari 800) – Download: http://yoomp.atari.pl/ 9. Cat Trap (gameboy/) 9 Chuckie […]

Jan 14, 20153h 1m

Retro Obscura 44: Greetings from the Land of Beatings

Paul and Aaron talk Beat Em Ups! Intro/What we’ve been playing: Question Feedback: Playstation Memories: Outspeak: 2 Dudes and a NES / Genesis Gems Battletoads/Double Dragon crossover episodes http://nesdudes.podomatic.com/entry/2014-12-19T19_53_54-08_00 http://genesisgems.podomatic.com/entry/2014-12-20T14_14_46-08_00 Featured Games: Paul: Game Revisit: Three Dirty Dwarves (Saturn) Aaron: Manhattan Dealers (Amiga) Paul: Venom/Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety (SNES-Mega Drive) Aaron: Ninja Warriors (Arcade) Vipp Presents: […]

Dec 30, 20141h 50m

Retro Obscura 43: THUNDERCATS, NO!

Paul & Aaron talk 80s and 90s cartoon based games! Intro: Outspeak: SNES Podcast VHS Podcast Retro Rewind Podcast Nerd Noise Radio Easy Mode Press Continue Podcast From a Basement in Tulsa We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Show Sidequest Question feedback: Contest Winners: Gary A Horick Jr Kyle Murphy Feature Games: Captain Planet (Amiga) Thundercats […]

Dec 12, 20141h 33m