Cast to the Past: Recent Episodes
Cast to the Past
A time-traveling video gaming podcast where best friends Josh & Tom get together to talk about old games in a new light! A Bad Elephant Gaming original series.
Josh & Thom return to discuss the BEST OF GAMING in 2024! We rank the best games released this year AND we rank the best games from YEARS PAST! Also on deck: Predictions for 2025, opinions on Stellar Blade censorship, and a live performance of the Metaphor Re Fantasio soundtrack!
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Josh played GOLDENEYE for the first time in 2023, and Thom's here to share his memories of this game in 1997! It's a deep dive into the impact of the game, how it's aged, how it changed the state of console First Person Shooters, and what it did for the history of Pause Menu Music! All this and more on CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Thom compare and discuss their 1st ever playthroughs of PERSONA 4 GOLDEN! From solving murders to making friends, we share our favorite Social Links, Part-Time Jobs, Characters, and more! Every day's great with CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Is UNCHARTED 2 one of the best games of all time, or has this adventure aged badly enough to be considered Nathan Drake's WORST story?! Find out with Josh and Thom as we ask the big questions: What are the best train levels in gaming? Is Nathan Drake a bad guy? Find out on CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Thom wrap up the year by sharing their Top Picks for the best video games of 2022, and the best first-time game playthroughs from their backlogs! We also read viewer submissions for the best games our audience played during this wild year! Come reflect on 2022 with CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh finally gets to tell Thom all about BLOODBORNE in our first ever episode dedicated to a SOULS game! Along the way, we ask deep questions, such as: Do leeches have regrets? How much blood is too much? And most importantly: DOES BLOODBORNE HOLD UP?! Find out in this creepy episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh and Thom bring back SPOOKY GAMES MONTH as they experience this terrifying choose-your-own-adventure game on the PS4! Does this all star cast deliver on the scares, or is this game just B-Movie Trash? Find out how high this ranks on our patented scare-o-meter in this horrifying episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh and Thom crack open some Nitro Crates to discuss the blockbuster PlayStation sequel: CRASH BANDICOOT 2! In addition to talking about this game, we also cover the highs and lows of the Crash franchise, speculate if we'll ever cover a Sega Saturn game, and name our favorite Video Game Magazines! Enjoy all this and more in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
CHAPTERS
Intro & Game Background: 00:00
The PlayStation Gets a Mascot: 08:35
Crash Bandicoot 2 Retrospective: 19:23
Reviews from 1997: 41:06
How the Franchise Crashed and Burned: 45:00
Final Opinions - Skip, Play, Beat, or Complete?: 50:04
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Our fans chose MAJORA'S MASK as our 2022 March Madness Champion, so today Josh & Thom explore the development, experience, and legacy of this dark and divisive N64 sequel! We discuss the Expansion Pak, Games that Re-Use Assets, the 3DS Remake, the Origins of Creepypastas, and MORE on this episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
CHAPTERS
Intro & Game Background: 00:00
Majora's Mask in Development Hell: 07:53
Expansion Pak Retrospective: 22:08
The Real World Influences on Majora's Mask: 25:21
Story Breakdown: 29:00
Dungeon Ranking vs. Ocarina: 44:16
Zelda Games After Majora's Mask: 50:44
The 3DS Remake: 55:18
Ben Drowned and Creepypaste: 57:45
"Terrible Fate" the Short Film: 1:00:05
OCARINA vs. MAJORA & Final Opinions: 1:01:58
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Thom build a deep retrospective of the iconic LEGO STAR WARS: THE COMPLETE SAGA! As we look into this beloved movie tie-in game, we ask the big questions such as: Are studs the most satisfying collectible in gaming history? Is this game the best way to experience the prequel trilogy? Was Lego Dimensions any good? Tune in to this galaxy-sized episode to find out all this info, and MORE!
Chapters:
00:08 - Intro
01:51 - LEGO Talk: The Sets, The Games, The Memories
11:37 - LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga Retrospective
38:47 - The Evolution of LEGO Games
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Thom launch season 6 of CAST TO THE PAST by revisiting the landmark PS4 title GOD OF WAR with special guest Greg Miller! Is spreading human ashes at Dinsey land acceptable? Is Yooka-Laylee part of the GoW canon? Who would we cast in the Amazon GoW TV series? You'll have to listen to this godly episode to find out!
Chapters:
00:08 - Intro
01:36 - The Nitty Gritty of GOD OF WAR 2018
02:54 - God of War Series Retrospective
11:39 - GOD OF WAR Story Breakdown
46:50 - Interview with Greg Miller
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom wrap up the year with a look back at our favorite games of 2021, as well as our top first-time plays from the past! Find out which video games we loved, and learn about the upcoming season of CAST TO THE PAST in this supersized episode!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Watch out, here comes CAST TO THE PAST! Josh & Tom swing into the recent past to discuss this blockbuster PS4 superhero adventure! Along the way, they ask: Is Laura Bailey the new Troy Baker? Was Doc Ock's heel turn in this TOO evil? And which Peter Parker do you prefer: Original, or Great Value? Find out all this and more in this Spectacular Episode!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom return to the world of Pokemon to discuss two of the most popular releases in the series: HEARTGOLD AND SOULSILVER! Did these remakes live up to the legacy of the originals? Which game had the better exclusive Pokemon? And is this still worth playing in 2021? Find out in this pocket sized episode of CAST TO THE PAST!!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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It finally happened: Josh did an episode on RESIDENT EVIL 4! Listen as we honor our final 2020 Extra Life commitment and explore one of the most influential games of the last 20 years! How does RE4 compare to other titles in the series? What's the polite way to make a boning request? And most importantly of all: How does Josh feel about this game after giving it another shot? Find out his and Tom's reaction in this epic episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Would You Kindly listen to Josh & Tom discuss how well BIOSHOCK holds up in 2021? We go over the ways this game's narrative changed storytelling in gaming, explore the atmosphere and design of Rapture, and debate on if this 2007 hit still holds up today! Discover all this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Podcast? Yes, have some! Josh & Tom discuss the 2009 "sequel" to the popular Ghostbusters film franchise! Does this game uphold the legacy of the films? Is the Player Character Generic, or TOO Generic? Does bustin' make us feel good? Find out the answers to these questions and more with CAST TO THE PAST!!!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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In space, no one can hear you PODCAST! Josh and Tom outrun an unstoppable Xenomorph as they discuss Sega's 2014 adaptation of the popular Alien franchise! Does this game do the series justice? How scary is it? Is Prometheus good? Find out as we continue SPOOKY GAMES MONTH 2021 on Cast to the Past!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Spooky Game Month 2021 kicks off with the horrific 1989 Famicom title: SWEET HOME! Learn about the controversy that kept this game from reaching America, the dark twist at the heart of the story, and how this game inspired a future iconic franchise!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom go back to school with the hosts of Welcome To GAMECorp in this episode on JEDI ACADEMY! The gang discusses the legacy of LucasArts video games, if Jedi Academy is truly the standard for lightsaber combat, and this game's TERRIFYING antagonist! Choose your destiny by listening to this stellar episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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Josh & Tom whip out their phones and take out some Piggies in our conversation on ANGRY BIRDS! How has this franchise faired after 11 years? Just how many sequels and spin offs ARE THERE? And what the heck is an Action Replay? Find out in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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Josh & Tom enter the dark yet somehow goofy underworld of the YAKUZA franchise! Is this prequel a fitting entry point for new fans? How fun are the minigames and the 1980's culture? Where do Josh and Tom stand on "dubbed vs. subbed?" Find out on the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh and Tom are joined by friend and fellow creator Pat Nat to discuss the 2021 Cast to the Past March Madness Champ: OCARINA OF TIME! After 23 years, is this game still worthy of all the acclaim? Is the 3DS version better than the N64 version? Would Zelda have worked as a first person game? We discuss all these big questions and more in this super sized episode!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Why would we dive into the history of METAL WOLF CHAOS? Because we're the Podcast of the Great United States of America! Josh & Tom explore this cult hit, its wild outlook on American culture, and if it holds up 17 years later.
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Grab your bandanas and your katanas, Josh and Tom are here to take a super deep dive into 2001's acclaimed yet controversial PS2 title: METAL GEAR SOLID 2! We break down this game's complex plot to look into the shocking predictions about American society Hideo Kojima made over 20 years ago! Plus, thoughts on the gameplay, the cutscenes, and the future games this title inspired.
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom fire their way though 2016's RATCHET & CLANK ahead of the release of Insomniac's new PS5 adventure! But what exactly is a Lombax? Is this title a worthy remake of the original 2002 game? Does Captain Qwark make ANY SENSE? We answer these tough questions and more on this exciting episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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The sequel to Super Mario 64 had a lot to live up to! Did it take us to Gaming Paradise? Josh & Tom discuss the messy legacy of this colorful, inventive 3D platformer in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST! Is Bowser a Bad Dad? Does Nintendo regret this game? Did Dugtrio need hair?! Find out now by watching the show!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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In our second Extra Life Viewer's Choice Episode, we explore the mysterious island of MYST! Josh & Tom discuss this unconventional adventure game, how it found huge mainstream success, and talk about the legacy of this lore-heavy computer game. Jump into the pages of Atrus with us, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom venture into the wastes of 2012's critically acclaimed PS3 game: JOURNEY! We discuss our unique gameplay experiences, the game's gorgeous soundtrack, and some shocking takes on the quality of this adventure! Find out all you need to know in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom bring you the first in what COULD BE an ongoing series of special episodes: A Full Length Commentary on the 1995 Movie Adaptation MORTAL KOMBAT! How does this movie hold up 26 years later? Was it unfairly treated as a dud? Is Shang Tsung the worst tournament organizer in history? Sync our track up with your copy of MK1995 and enjoy our take on this epic action flick!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom set out to save THE CITY as they cover the 1991 Sega Genesis title: STREETS OF RAGE! Is this game fun to play without a co-op partner? How hard does the soundtrack slap? Are Prehistoric Times the WORST times? Find out all this and more on CAST TO THE PAST!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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TURBO TAX: The video game EVERYONE is playing this time of year, gets the retro-review treatment on the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST! Josh & Tom discuss the various reboots the series has seen, what their favorite gameplay mechanics are, and if you should PLAY or SKIP the newest edition!
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Josh & Tom hack their way though spooky horror shenanigans in this NES gem, SPLATTERHOUSE: WANPAKU GRAFFITI! Learn about why this game never made it to America, what classic horror/slasher films it was inspired by, and more on the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQX...
Josh and Tom review the first of 3 listener requested games as part of our Extra Life Charity Perks: 1989's A BOY AND HIS BLOB! We discuss the revolutionary AI, the unique gameplay mechanics, and the weird anti-vitamin propaganda within this retro gem! All this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQX...
Josh & Tom take America's favorite family on an open world spin in THE SIMPSONS: HIT & RUN! Will this game ever get remastered? How does the original hold up? Was Tom allowed to watch The Simpsons? Find out in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQX...
Hold onto your underwear, because Josh & Tom are here to figure out if GHOSTS' N GOBLINS stands up after 35 years, or if the upcoming Switch remake is long overdue! We discuss Capcom's highest grossing games, GNG's notorious difficulty, and arcade game mechanics in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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A powerful tale of internal and external struggle, Josh and Tom finally sit down to explore Josh's all-time favorite game: CELESTE. We discuss this game's takes on mental health, gender identity, and challenging platforming, all while celebrating a true indie classic! Join us on the climb, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Lace up your red shoes and scarf down some chili dogs, today we dive into the Sega Genesis mega-hit: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2! We cover the history of the Sonic franchise, the mainstream hype around this game's release, and our thoughts on if Sonic's Genesis Trilogy tops other famous gaming franchises! All this and more on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom wrap up this wild year with a look back at the best video games they played in 2020! From the best retro games we tried for the first time, to our favorite releases of 2020, we'll bring you the finest recommendations possible!
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Josh & Tom clash over whether SUPER MARIO 64 is truly a classic, or if it's an overrated fossil! Josh discusses his first time playing the game in 2020, while Tom dives into the history and legacy of the first N64 game. Choose a side, and enjoy the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh & Tom explore Hollownest and fight creepy crawlers as they discuss HOLLOW KNIGHT! Discover why this indie darling has become a critically acclaimed hit! We talk the game's origins, our favorite worlds, and if the spiders are TOO realistic! All this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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Josh & Tom reveal the exciting new plans for CAST TO THE PAST!
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Josh & Tom reflect on the video games they consider to be the most important in their lives! Join us for a discuss on games we're truly thankful for, and the zany, hilarious, and even violent stories behind how these games have shaped our lives! Grab some turkey, and enjoy this episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom barrel-roll through the Lylat System in STAR FOX 64! Does this flight sim soar smoothly 23 years later? Who is the best member of the team? Did YOU get a copy of the VHS promo tape? We discuss all this in more in this action packed episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom take a week off from time-traveling, BUT, to keep you entertained, we're sharing an audio only version of our new Twitch-exclusive talk show HEY! LISTEN! We recap the biggest gaming stories of the week every Sunday! We hope you enjoy this special preview episode from the makers of A CAST TO THE PAST!
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"No Credit Card" by Neil Cicierega
Josh, Tom, and a Special Guest sit down and pit the PS5 & Xbox Series X/S against each other as their release dates approach! We talk specs, features, and games as we try to determine which console is worth buying! Tune in to see which emerges as the winner on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom wrap up SPOOKY GAMES MONTH with LUIGI'S MANSION, the haunted house ghost hunt that launched the Nintendo Gamecube! Learn how this game has held up, how Luigi's Mansion became a franchise, and what Josh thinks about pointless collectibles all on this episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom continue SPOOKY GAMES MONTH with the legendary, horrifying PS4 demo: P.T.! But is it fair to simply label this game as a demo? Does P.T. stand on its own? And how would it have connected to the cancelled SILENT HILLS? We explore the gameplay, development, and fan theories of this haunting title on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Josh gives Tom a tour of Raccoon City as they journey back to 1998 for the iconic zombie sequel RESIDENT EVIL 2! Can Josh & Tom keep track of which narrative they were playing? Where did Claire buy her "unique" outfit? Which talk show host does Leon look like? Find out in this spooky edition of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
As Josh & Tom kick off a month of spooky, horrific video games, Cast to the Past looks back at 2013's PS3 Swan Song: THE LAST OF US! What did Tom think about his first every playthrough? How did Josh feel about the game's shocking ending? Would Jenny McCarthy be against a Clicker vaccine? Find out all these answers and more in our newest episode!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
With STAR WARS SQUADRONS out later this week, Josh & Tom decided to rank every Star Wars video game that lets you pilot one of the franchise's iconic vehicles! Which games are legends, and which are a piece of junk? Find out on the latest episode of A CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom talk about the link between us and our games: CONTROLLERS! Which controllers have the best designs, features, and longevity? Find out as we rank the Best Video Game Controllers, only on A CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom spend the summer with FIREWATCH. How does this game's shocking ending hold up? Are Henry and Delilah meant to be? Do "walking simulators" get a bad rap? We discuss all this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh and Tom decide whether to Play, Remake, or Erase classic games in a few rounds of this viral online conversation game! Which trilogies will be split apart, which genres will be remade, and which titles will get erased?! Find out on the latest episode of A CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
It's a TONY HAWK super show as Josh & Tom discuss the 2000 extreme sports classic TONY HAWK'S PRO SKATER 2, followed by a review of the 2020 Gaming Documentary PRETENDING I'M A SUPERMAN! Find out EVERYTHING you ever wanted to know about the Birdman and his legendary games, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Josh & Tom dive into the world of games based on movies, TV shows, books, and other pieces of pop-culture! Which of these tie ins manages to make a great game out of shameless marketing? Find out with A CAST TO THE PAST, coming soon to a theater near you!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
The winner of our MARCH BADNESS tournament is upon us! Josh and Tom discuss this infamous 1997 Star Wars fighting game and the history of ALL of its weirdness! Find out what we think in this fan-voted episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom ponder what qualities go into making a PERFECT video game. We discuss games considered to be the all-time classics, and then share our own picks for 100% flawless video games!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom bring you their extended post-game thoughts on HALO: COMBAT EVOLVED! Now that our co-op Let's Play is complete, how does Halo hold up in 2020? What did Tom think if his first time playing the game? And what impact has Master Chief made in gaming history? Find out in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
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Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom put their money where their mouths are, and gamble future episodes of A CAST O THE PAST against predictions for the SUPER SMASH BROS. ULTIMATE FIGHTERS PASS! See what they think will make it into the next round of SSBU DLC!
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"Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom probe THQ's cult-classic alien invasion game ahead of its 2020 remake! How well does this title balance its mechanics with its satirical tone? Does it deserve to be remade? Are humans walking Death Stars? Find out, in the latest episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
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Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom discuss 20 games that history hasn't remembered very well, and break down why these titles are absolutely worthy of a playthrough!
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"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRp...
Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh & Tom run for their lives through Playdead's 2016 title: INSIDE! Learn about the development history of this acclaimed indie title, our thoughts on the ending, and find out what comes in the collector's edition! All this and more, only on A CAST TO THE PAST!
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"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRp...
Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix) by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Cast to the Past discusses the best games to play during the warm summer months, and then takes a deep dive into the rise and fall of the Xbox Live Summer of Arcade!
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"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
Josh & Tom travel to the year 2020 to talk about some new episode formats coming to both the podcast stream, and our YouTube channel! Plus, some shocking truths about big corporations are FINALLY revealed!
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"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
STRIKE THE EARTH with Josh & Tom as they hunt for treasure in SHOVEL KNIGHT! We discuss retro-revivals, "fair" game mechanics, and how this game had become a mascot for crowd-funded gaming! All this and more, only on A CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh & Tom adventure into the wild with UNCHARTED: DRAKE'S FORTUNE! What did we think of this cinematic adventure game? Is Nathan Drake truly a gaming icon? How many bullets should enemies deserve to absorb? Find out on this voyage with A CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh and Tom venture into Grunty's Lair to discuss 1998's BANJO-KAZOOIE! Are Banjo and Kazooie actually bad guys? Were VHS tapes the best way to advertise video games? Can Josh tolerate an N64 game? Find out in this rare episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh & Tom double dip into two iconic Disney games: ALADDIN and THE LION KING! How well have these games aged? Do classic games deserve to be preserved? Was Knives Out any good? The only way to find out is to listen to this exciting episode of CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh & Tom enter H-E-Double-Hockey-Sticks to cover 2016's DOOM! Learn about space mummies, Satan's audio books, and the history of this iconic First Person Shooter series, only on Cast to the Past!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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HOLD IT! Josh and Tom enter the courtroom to discuss 2005's breakout DS title PHOENIX WRIGHT: ACE ATTORNEY! Learn how this game launched a multimedia franchise, what happened the first night Josh and Tom met, and Josh's opinion on weird anime tropes! All this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh and Tom leap through the colorful worlds of 2013's RAYMAN LEGENDS! How does this game rank up against other platformers? Are online-only gaming achievements fair? How do you pronounce Ubisoft? We tackle these mysteries and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Another year, another roundup of the best games that kept Josh and Tom in the present! Was 2019 a good year for gaming? What were the highs and lows of the past year? Find out all this and more in the latest episode of A Cast to the Past!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh and Tom take a look back at 10 years of gaming as they list their favorite video games from the 2010s! Along the way, we'll discuss HD re-releases, indie breakouts, and future classics from big name game studios! All this, and some Adobe Audition recording errors, on CAST TO THE PAST!!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh and Tom travel to 2011 to look at the criminally short Star Wars game: THE FORCE UNLEASHED II! Why was this game so rushed? How many hallways are in this galaxy? Is Darth Vader a fan of the film Juno? Find out all these answers and more with CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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Josh and Tom emerge from their hibernation to update you on the future of A CAST TO THE PAST! Find out what we've been up to, what recent games we love, and what kind of Pop-Tart is the BEST KIND OF POP-TART! All this and more, only on CAST TO THE PAST!
Music Credits:
"Megalovania (Undertale Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcRpkQSTZ0
"Game Over (Super Mario World Remix)" by Mewmore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbWoEPaNyvw
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You voted and here it is after months of waiting Josh and Tom sit down to discuss Chrono Trigger.
Is it the greatest game ever made or just an over hyped anime?
Find out in this time traveling episode of Cast to the Past!
(Episode Recorded 8/2/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week Tom and Josh suit up to serve justice to Batman: Arkham Origins! Why is this the black sheep of the "Batman Arkham" franchise? Are Batman origin stories over done? Find out in this snowy, gritty episode of Cast to the Past!
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Lock and load for some nostalgic action! This week, Josh and Tom examine a gaming icon that never was, Matt Hazard! How does this 2009 game industry parody hold up? Is Will Arnett this generation's greatest voice actor? Find out all this and more as we discuss EAT LEAD: THE RETURN OF MATT HAZARD!
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week Tom and Josh sit down and discuss what might be announced/happen at this year's E3 Conferences. Is there a new Arkham game coming? What games might be ported to the Switch (Finger Snap)? What will the winner receive?
Find out in this winner take all episode of Cast to the Past!
(Episode Recorded 6/2/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week Tom and Josh discuss Konami's Castlevania. Is it one of the best games ever made? Is there more to the story most people weren't seeing? Who's Grooky Gang and who isn't?
Find out in this vampire whipping episode of Cast to the Past
(Episode Recorded 3/21/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Happy Revenge of the 5th Day Everyone!
This week Josh and Tom become part of Delta Squad and find out how life was between Episode 2 and 3. Is this the best FPS Star Wars game? How happy was Tom to battle General Grievous? Does Josh have a Ruth's Chris problem?
Find out inside this episode of Cast to the Past
(Episode Recorded 3/29/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week Tom and Josh run, slide and wall jump into Team Meat's indie titan Super Meat Boy. Does it still hold up to this day? How many classic game references did you get? What's the best non MCU Spider-Man movie?
Find out inside this meat packed episode of Cast to the Past
(Episode Recorded 3/20/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Josh did some extra credit this week and played and beat Trials of the Blood Dragon.
Is this the Blood Dragon 2 sequel we needed? Is this better that the original? Is Last Crusade the best Indiana Jones movie?
Find out on this DLC episode of Cast to the Past!
Neon....Neon Everywhere!
Tom and Josh dive into Ubisoft's tribute to the 80's action movies with Far Cry: Blood Dragon. It is as good as they remember? What was some of Tom's favorite references? Did Josh say something we never thought we'd hear come out of his mouth?
So put on your gel bracelets and use lots of hairspray, because we got a lot of 80's references for you in this flashback episode of Cast to the Past
(Episode Recorded 11/27/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Tom and Josh kickflip into this week's episode to talk about New Jersey's greatest hero Eric Sparrow!
What does Gene Simmons, stealing peanuts, and throwing poop in a pool have in common? Find out in this week's XTREME episode of Cast to the Past!
(Episode Recorded 11/27/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
HAPPY MAR10 DAY EVERYONE!
It's March 10th and that means Josh and Tom are back to talk about EVERYONE'S BOY, WARIO!
This is Josh's first time playing Super Mario Land 2. Did He like it? Does Tom suffer from save state abuse? Did you know Mrs. Weasley was in Mama Mia!?
All this and more, in this handheld episode of Cast to the Past!
(Episode Recorded 8/6/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Do you think video games are a form of art? If so when was the first time you noticed it?
This week Josh and Tom sit down talk about another indie classic, Braid.
Is Braid a perfect piece of art? Did they understand what Jonathan Blow was going for? Is season 9 of The Office good? All this and more in this rewinding episode of Cast to the Past.
P.S. Did you know Josh beat Cuphead?
(Episode Recorded 9/30/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
"Do the Mario! Swing your arms from side to side
Come on, it's time to go. Do the Mario!"
This week Josh and Tom dust of their NES systems and sit down (One of them for the first time) and play Super Mario Bros. 3
Is it the best side scrolling Mario game? Is the Mario All Stars Pack the best HD Remake? Did you know Josh beat Cuphead?
All the hot takes and more in this weeks episode of Cast to the Past.
(Episode Recorded 1/09/19)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
(Codec Sounds) Press Select to Start (Codec Sounds)
With the recent release of Resident Evil 2 Remake coming out. Josh and Tom are back this week to talk nanomachines in Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes.
Why is there so much hate for this game? Is it the best HD Remake? How hot is Hell's Kitchen?
All this and more in this weeks game breaking episode of Cast to the Past.
(Episode Recorded 8/22/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
The Road to WrestleMania has begun and coming down the ramp is Josh "Yeagerbomb" Yeager and Terrific Tom to make this retrospective tap out.
In this episode they discuss why WrestleMania 2000 this is one of the greatest wrestling games to be released, Tom's tag team pitch, and the need for a pudding slider app.
(Episode Recorded 8/05/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
Happy New Year Listeners!
This week, Josh and Tom discuss their Top Games of 2018. Listen to find out if your favorite made the list.
As a bonus, they also share their favorite games they've played this year that were released prior to 2018.
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week Tom and Josh get out their Aperture Science Portable Quantum Tunneling Device and become test subjects as they dive into Valve's Portal 2.
Does it still hold up after all these years? Is it a sequel that was needed? Is "Want You Gone" better than "Still Alive"?
All this and more, in this weeks experimental episode of A Cast to the Past.
(Episode Recorded 8/06/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
A NEW EPISODE APPROACHING!
Tom and Josh talk their way into battle this week, as they discuss the Subspace Emissary in its entirety. Does it still hold up? What is the meaning behind Tabuu? What happens to our boy Wario? Find out in this weeks exciting journey back to 2008.
(Note: This episode was recorded before the 11/1/18 Nintendo Direct)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This week, Josh and Tom talk about their time in the Kanto region as they replay Pokemon Yellow. Do they think it's the best of what Kanto has to offer? Or do Red and Blue stand out as the superior versions? Grab your favorite box of cereal, your link cables, and your Gameboy, it's time to battle!
(Episode Recorded 9/06/18)
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwc
This weeks episode is a wonderful Trick AND Treat. In the spirit of Halloween, Josh and Tom bring you a retrospective look at Fullbright's Gone Home. Find out what Tom thinks about his first play through of the game, what Josh hopes he doesn't find in the attic, and Becca's thoughts as well. Also, did you know that the movie Twitches is not about steaming games?
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwcg
Join Josh and Tom as they sit down and discuss the rise and fall Guitar Hero 3. Does it live up to the name Legends of Rock? Who beat Josh in a Guitar Hero Tournament? What does Tom think of Judah and the Lion? Grab your 5 buttoned Les Paul and lets find out!
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►Music Credits: "Back to the Future Theme 8bit/Chiptune Remix" by Bitonal Landscape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAvQXwEbKIA
In the pilot episode for Cast to the Past, Josh shares his thoughts on fireworks, Tom doesn't think Bioshock 2 is considered a 2010 classic, and they talk about PlayDead's debut game LIMBO.
Intro: Mewmore // Clock Town (The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qciJqqPDey4
Outro: Mewmore // Zelda Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJU__j8mwcg