In this episode, Rick and Amir are in rare form as they delve back into the murky depths of craft beer and retro gaming.
They sample and share their thoughts on a few brews from KCBC, The Veil, Yards, and a last minute addition from First State.
They also discuss their recent pickups as well as what they have been playing recently with an update from Amir on his progress with the Return to Castlevania DLC for Dead Cells.
Next up, Rick and Amir go pick-for-pick on some of their favorite NES game soundtracks and share some stories about their choices.
Finally, the boys round out this episode with an overview of the new Irem M92 arcade core which currently has an alpha release available for the MiSTer FPGA.
Enjoy the Waves!
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Twitter: @Retro_Brewz
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Links of interest:
Beers of Interest:
Featured Tracks:
Alien 3 - Ending Theme
Shinobi 3 - Ninja Soul (GEN/MD)
Duck Tales - Moon Stage
Fester's Quest - Boss Theme
Akumajou Densetsu / Castlevania 3 - Dracula's Curse - Mad Forest (Famicom)
Wai Wai World 2 - SOS!
MC Kids - Mountain View
Mega Man II - Wily Fortress 1
Kabuki Quantum Fighter - Round 1
Journey to Silius - Theme 1
Shatterhand - Final Area
Gimmick! - Good Morning (famicom)
R-Type Leo - Paradise Planet (ARCADE)
In this episode, Rick and Amir catch up once again. They share their thoughts on the Yards IPA Rumble Pack in a brand new beer tasting segment that is poised to become an exciting addition to the podcast. They also discuss their recent pickups, regale you with some funny tales involving said pickups, and also what they have been playing lately. Some candid rants are shared regarding Limited Run Games and their business practices before they reel things back in with a brief overview of recent arcade cores that have been released on the MiSTer FPGA. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Twitter: @Retro_Brewz
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Links of interest: Metroid Prime: Remastered - Digital Foundry Yards Brewing: Rumble Pack Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth MiSTer FPGA News - Lu's Retro Source
In this episode, Rick and Amir talk about the MiSTer FPGA, Too Many Games 2022 and AVGC Vendor Village 2022. If you ever wanted to play Arcade, Console and Computer games all on the same device, take a listen.
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Twitter: @Retro_Brewz
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Links of interest:
Retro RGB: Mister FPGA Hardware
https://www.retrorgb.com/mister.html
Jotego Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/jotego
Terasic DE10-Nano
https://www.terasic.com.tw/cgi-bin/page/archive.pl?Language=English&CategoryNo=167&No=1046
Mister Addons
https://misteraddons.com/
Songs featured in this episode
Trailer Park Boys Theme
Truxton II - Live in Future
Great Mahou Daisakusen - Scramble
TMNT: Hyperstone Heist - Sewer Surfin'
Marvel VS Capcom - Wolverine Theme
Street Fighter Alpha 2 - Dan Theme
Castlevania Dracula X - Bloodlines
Outrun - Last Wave
In this episode of RGBrewzbox, Rick and Amir cover optical drive emulators for the Saturn, Gamecube, Dreamcast, and the Playstation 1. If you ever wanted to play disc based games from an SD card on real hardware, take a listen and enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Links of interest
www.RetroRGB.com
Laser Bear Industries 3D printed parts
https://laserbear.net/
XStation ODE - Castlemania Games
https://castlemaniagames.com/products/xstation
Fenrir ODE
https://8bitmods.com/fenrir/
GC Loader PNP
https://www.black-dog.tech/gc-loader-pnp.html
Official GDEMU
https://gdemu.wordpress.com/ordering/ordering-gdemu/
Songs featured in this episode
Sonic Adventure 2 - Escape From The City (DC)
Metroid Prime - Tallon Overworld (GC)
Guilty Gears X - Blue Water Blue Sky (DC)
Twisted Metal 2 - Los Angeles (PS1)
Outrun - Last Wave (GEN / MD)
EPISODE 38 - CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT
In this episode, Rick, Sal and Forkin are joined by Chris (Steezo84) and Amir (Retro_Brewz). The guys discuss what they are currently playing and cover one of the greatest games of all time, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Instagram: @Steezo
Songs featured in the episode
SOTN (PS1)
Outrun - Last wave (GEN/MD)
In this Episode, Rick, Sal and Forkin cover the Playstation 1 classic Metal Gear Solid. Before jumping into the game, the guys talk about The Last of Us Part 2, Cuphead, Final Fantasy 7 and more. Enjoy the Waves!
THE HARDWARE EPISODE
In the first half of the episode, Rick and Amir discuss the newly released Mega Ever Drive Pro by Krikzz, their RGB/Component setups, and some Castlevania news.
In the second half of the episode, Sal and Forkin react to the Playstation 5 announcement. The guys touch on some of the games they are looking forward to, including Spiderman: Miles Morales, Ratchet and Clank, and Oddworld.
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Links of Interest:
Retro RGB - New Saturn Castlevania SOTN Hack
Krikzz - MEGA EVERDRIVE PRO (OUT NOW)
My Life in Gaming - Super SD System 3 (SSDS3) Review
Featured Music:
Super Darius II - Olga Breeze (PCE Super CD)
Star Parodier - Area 1 (PCE Super CD)
Outrun (GEN/MD)
Rick and Amir sit down to discuss Bloodstained, the Turbo Grafx-16/ PC Engine mini, Everdrives, and Trailer Park Boys.
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Instagram: @Retro_Brewz
Featured Music
The Messenger - Hills of Destiny (Autumn Hills)
Neutopia II - Sphere 1
Trailer Park Boys Theme
Outrun - Last Wave (SMS version)
Rick, Sal and Forkin are joined by two special guests, Amir and Chris. We discuss what we are playing, our IG live stream, the Final Fantasy VII Remake, and more.
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Featured Music
Intro
Snake Plissken
Steezo ft. Esoteric & Ren Thomas
Outro
Outrun - Last Wave
In this episode, Rick, Sal, and Forkin put a spin on the Retro Replay. They not only talk about Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 and 2, but also play them on the Sega Dreamcast during the recording of the episode. The guys also give their review of the new Sonic movie and talk about other films that spawned their own video games.
Until Next Time, Enjoy The Waves!
Sonic the movie spoiler time stamp from 23:00 to 24:45
In this episode, Rick and Sal finally make Forkin the official third chair of the podcast. The gang discusses what they've been up to and their plans for 2020. They also dive into Apex Legends, the Witcher, various Castlevania games, Taco Bell & More!
Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Featured Music
Castlevania: Rondo of Blood (PCE)
Super Star Soldier - Dilapidated Zone (PCE)
Secret of Mana - The Forest (SNES)
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - House (N64)
Bomberman Hero - Redial (N64)
Castlevania - Prologue & Vampire Killer (NES)
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - Dracula's Castle (PS1)
Castlevania: Bloodlines - (GEN/MD)
G.I. Joe A Real American Hero - Jungle Base (NES)
Legend of Zelda: A link to the Past - Dark World (SNES)
The Witcher - Toss a Coin to the Witcher (Netflix Series)
Streets of Rage 2 - Slow Motion (GEN/MD)
Cotton - Fantastic Night Dreams - Stage 2 (PCE Super CD)
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Kokiri Forest (N64)
Bomber Man Hero - Zip (N64)
Castlevania Symphony of the Night: Dance of Illusions (PS1)
Outro
Outrun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
*All music recorded from original gaming hardware
SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive Mini
In this episode, Rick and Sal are joined by Forkin and Amir as they talk about the SEGA genesis mini, the remade Links Awakening, and the Nintendo Direct in Boombox News. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
In This episode, Rick and Sal are joined by Forkin and Amir as they talk about Too Many Games 2019, their Mount Rushmore of Nintendo, and the Nintendo Switch Lite in Boombox News. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Intro - Super Mario Bros Super Show
Too Many Games 2019
Bloodstained (First impressions)
Music Break #1
Donkey Kong Country - Theme Song (SNES)
Super Metroid - Brinstar Overgrown (SNES)
Super Mario World - Overworld Theme (Hurried) (SNES)
Legend of Zelda - Triforce Chamber (SNES)
Mount Rushmore of Nintendo Segment
Music Break # 2
Super Smash Bros - Planet Zebes (N64)
Donkey Kong 64 - Jungle Japes (N64)
Super Mario 64 - Powerful Mario (N64)
Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask - Magic hag's House (N64)
Boombox News - Video Game News
Cuphead DLC delayed
Pokemon Sword & Shield Animation Controversy
Nintendo Switch Mini (Lite) Rumors
Outro - Outrun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
Boombox News: E3 2019
In this Boombox News Episode Rick & Sal are joined once again by Forkin to discuss E3 2019 unveilings. They give their thoughts on Battletoads, Project Scarlett, Square Enix’s Avengers, Pokemon Sword & Shield, Luigi’s Mansion 3 and more. Enjoy the waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Game Spot - New Xbox Scarlett Console Coming Holiday 2020 - E3 2019
Nintendo at E3 2019: trailers, news and announcements
The 7 biggest announcements from Square Enix’s E3 2019 press conference
Intro - Final Fantasy 7 - Battle music
Aladdin 2019 movie discussion with Melanie & Forkin
Music break #1
Battletoads in BattleManiacs - Ragnrok Canyon (SNES)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Overworld (NES)
Captain America & the Avengers - The Giant Laser Cannon (GEN/MD)
Google Stadia & XBOX Discussion
Music Break #2
Panzer Dragoon - Flight (Sega Saturn)
Link’s Awakening - Sword Search (GB)
Kingdom Hearts - Deep Jungle (PS2)
Retro News Corner
SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive mini final 12 games revealed
Arcade 1UP X-Men & Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cabinets
Limited Run Sega CD FMV games Announced
Square Enix & Nintendo/ Pokemon Direct discussion
Outro - Out Run - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
In this episode, Rick and Sal are once again joined by Forkin to discuss the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive classic Disney’s Aladdin. The guys are also joined by Melanie at the top of the show to give their thoughts on the Detective Pikachu movie. WARNING - SPOILERS! Stay tuned for BOOMBOX News, where we dive into the updated games list for the Sega Genesis Mini, what's new in Super Mario Maker 2, the Final Fantasy VII remake, and more. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Sega Retro - Aladdin Development
Polygon - SNES Aladdin designer Shinji Mikami says the Sega Genesis version is Better
Video Game History Foundation - Aladdin Source Code
Sega 16 - Behind the Design of Disney's Aladdin
IGN - Sega Genesis Mini Game List UPDATE
Game Spot - Microsoft & Sony Make nice
CNET - Final Fantasy VII Remake info
Nintendo Life - Whats New in Super Mario Maker 2
Platform: Sega Genesis / Mega Drive
Release Date: November 11, 1993
Developer: Virgin Games / Disney Software
Publisher: SEGA
Composer: Donald Griffin & Tommy Tallarico
Intro Music: A Whole New World
Episode Overview
Detective Pikachu (SPOILERS)
Section 1 - Retro Replay
Section 2 - Boombox News
Music Break 1
Arab Rock 1
Retro Replay
Music Break 2
One Jump Ahead
Boombox News - Video Game News
Outro Music: Outrun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
In this episode Rick and Sal are joined by Forkin and Smitty as they talk about the Sega Genesis classic Earthworm Jim in the Retro Replay. They also talk about the Sega Genesis mini, Google Stadia and the possible eSports Stadium coming to Philly in this months Boombox News. Enjoy the waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Fandom: Earthworm Jim
Philadelphia Fusion eSports Arena
Google Stadia
Kotaku: New Nintendo Switch Models
Game Spot: Sega reveals Genesis mini
Earthworm Jim (Sega Genesis & Super NES)
Release Date
US & EU: 1994
Developer: Shiny Entertainment
Publisher: NA: Playmates Interactive
EU: Virgin Interactive Entertainment
Composer: Tommy Tallarico
Intro Music - Earthworm Jim Cartoon Theme
Music Break 1
New Junk City
What the Heck?
Down the Tubes
Retro Replay - Earthworm Jim
Music Break 2
Buttville - The Descent
Andy Asteroids?
For Pete's Sake
Boombox News - Video Game News
Outro - Last Wave
Super Smash Bros Ultimate - S M A S H U P - S I D E B
In this (NOT SO) mini episode, Rick and Sal are once again joined by Forkin. They cover their first impressions of Smash Bros Ultimate, Forkin finally purchasing a Switch and Some retro Related pickup Stories! ENJOY THE WAVES!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Intro
Smash Bros Ultimate - Lifelight (Switch)
MUSIC BREAK
Castlevania Rondo of Blood - Picture of a Ghost ship (PCE)
Earthbound - Opening Credits (SNES)
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 - Aquatic Ruin zone (GEN/MD)
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Lost Woods (N64)
Bayonetta 2 - Moon River (WiiU/Switch)
Kirby - Factory Inspection (N64)
Outro
OutRun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
This month, Rick and Sal are taking a break from a full episode to relocate the studio and will be back in the New Year. For now they are dropping a collection of tracks to hold you over. Enjoy the Waves! Intro
Streets of Rage - Opening Theme (GEN/MD) M I X T A P E - S I D E - A Snatcher - One Night in Neo Kobe City (SEGA CD) Mega Man 3 - Theme (NES) Hagane - Stage 2-2 (SNES) Metroid - Ending Theme (NES) Final Fantasy IV/VI - Fanfare (Tastes like Victory) (SNES MSU-1) Outro Out Run - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
In this episode Rick and Sal are joined by Melanie and their friend Amir. They talk about New Ghostbusters II for the Nintendo Famicom, Sal’s 2 year anniversary cohosting the show, and they run through some old and new leaks and announcements during this months Boombox News. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
Twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
Twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Red Dead Gameplay Trailer 2
Sony Exec talks Fortnite Crossplay
Luigi's Mansion 3 Announcement Trailer
Reggie Metroid Game Awards Rumours
New Ghostbusters II
Release Dates
EU: December 7, 1990
JP: December 26, 1990
Developer: HAL Laboratory
Publisher: HAL Laboratory
Composer: Jun Ishikawa
Intro Music - Ghostbusters Theme
Episode Overview
Section 1 - Retro Replay
Section 2 - Boombox News
The Courtroom
Abandoned Subway
Peters Apartment
Back Story/Fun Facts
Personal Experience (Past/Present)
Does it Hold Up (Nostalgia Scale 1-5)
River of Slime
The Museum
Vigo’s Alter
Fortnite Crossplay PS4 Beta
Castlevania Requiem coming to PS4
GENMDM has been re-released by Catskull Electronics
PS Now Game Downloads
Red Dead Gameplay Trailer #2
Metroid Prime 4 tease at VGA 2018?
Bowsetta
Animal Crossing for Switch
Luigi's Mansion 3
Outro - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
Episode 28: Spider-Man 2
In this episode Rick and Sal are joined once again by their friend Matt Forkin. They talk about the web slinging, bad guy whooping, wall crawling Spider-Man 2 for the PS2 and the newly released Spider-Man for the PS4. They also give their thoughts on the Mega Man 11 demo and a few other game related leaks. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
#BoomboxNews
Links of Interest:
Nintendo Switch Pikachu & Eevee Edition Announced Spooked By Nintendo, Popular ROM Site 'Changes' After 18 Years Spider-Man 2
Release Dates
NA: June 28, 2004
EU: July 6, 2004
Developer: Treyarch
Publisher: Activision
Composer: Michael McCuistion & Lolita Ritmanis
Intro Music - Intro Theme
Episode Overview
Section 1 - Retro Replay
Section 2 - Boombox News
Japan Earthquake
Red Dead John Marston not a playable character
Silhouettes
Pandemonium
Ballad in City
Back Story/Fun Facts
Personal Experience (Past/Present)
Does it Hold Up (Nostalgia Scale 1-5)
Suctioncups
Hung Like a Spiderman
Pizza Theme (Finiculi)
Mega Man 11 Demo
Eevee and Pikachu Special Edition Switch
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered & Final Fantasy XV: Pocket Edition
Civilization 6
Splatoon and Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Crossover Twitter Tease
Call of Cthulhu
Outro - Last Wave
In this episode Rick and Sal talk about the unforgiving arcade beat’em up Altered Beast for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. The guys also discuss Spider-Man going gold on the PS4 & Castlevania joins the fight in Super Smash Bros Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch! Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Business Insider - Gamefly Streaming Service Shutdown
Market Watch - Activision Cloud Based Streaming Service
Gamespot - Spider-Man Has Gone Gold
Smash Bros Direct
Altered Beast
Release Dates
JA: November 27, 1988
NA: August 14, 1989
EU: November 30, 1990
Developer: SEGA
Publisher: SEGA
Composer: Tohru Nakabayashi
Intro Music - Intro Theme
Episode Overview
Music Break 1
Retro Replay - Altered Beast
Music Break 2
Boombox News - Video Game News
Outro - Last Wave
*All music recorded from original gaming hardware*
In this episode Rick and Sal talk about the legendary Wonder Boy III: The Dragon’s Trap for the Sega Master System, the recently released remake, their thoughts on Mario Tennis Aces, and their experience at Too Many Games 2018.
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
Retro Gaming Boombox YouTube Channel
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Wonderboy III SMS Password Generator
http://www.thedragonstrap.com/
A Decades-Old Cheat Can Be Used To Finish Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap In Minutes
https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/monster-boy-and-the-cursed-kingdom-switch
Episode 26: Wonder Boy III: The Dragon’s Trap, Too Many Games 2018 & Mario Aces
Wonder Boy III
Release Year: 1989
Developer: Westone Bit Entertainment
Publisher: SEGA
Composer: Shinichi Sakamoto
Wonder Boy (Remake)
Release Date: April 18, 2017
Developer: Lizardcube
Publisher: DotEmu
Nicalis (US Physical)
Headup Games (EU Physical)
Intro Music - Last Dungeon
Episode Overview
Section 2 - Boombox News
Music Break 1
Vs. Dragon
Mind of Hero
Retro Replay - Wonder Boy III: The Dragon’s Trap
SMS History
Does it Hold Up (Nostalgia Scale 1-5)
Music Break 2
Boombox News - Video Game News
Outro - Last Wave (SMS)
*All music recorded from original gaming hardware*
In this episode Rick and Sal are joined once again by their friend Forkin. They talk about the poligonal extravaganza Star Fox 64 and some E3 news that includes Elder Scrolls VI, Halo Infinite, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, The Last of Us 2 and more.
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Norm Caruso The Gaming Historian - Star Fox
Nintendo Life - E3 2018 Day 1
Bethesda Kotaku Coverage
PS4 Gamespot Coverage
Star Fox 64 release:
JP: April 27, 1997
NA: June 30, 1997
PAL: October 4, 1997
Developer: Nintendo EAD
Producer: Nintendo
Composer: Hajime Wakai & Koji Kondo
Intro Music - Title Screen
Episode Overview
Music Break 1
Retro Replay - Star Fox 64
Music Break 2
Boombox News - Video Game News
Outro - Last Wave (OutRun)
In this episode, Rick and Sal discuss the Sega Dreamcast and a sample of games from the catalog. They chat about some of the best games on the platform, such as Crazy Taxi, Marvel vs Capcom 2, Jet Grind Radio and more!
Rick and Sal also cover some #Boomboxnews highlighting the E3 leaks by Walmart of Canada, Neo Geo Mini and Nintendo Switch Online service. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Links of Interest:
Wario64 Twitter
Nintendo Online Service
Spawn Wave Neo Geo exclusive video
MadlittlePixel perspective on Neo Geo Mini
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate 3DS / Switch Port
Episode 24: Dreamcast Sampler (ft. Crazy Taxi, Gun Bird 2, Marvel vs Capcom 2 and more) Nintendo Switch Online News & E3 Leaks
Dreamcast release:
JP: November 27,1998
US: September 9, 1999
Discontinued: March 31, 2001
Intro
It’s Thinking Dreamcast Commercial
Break 1
Character Select (Take you for a ride) & Continue screen (Don’t Give Up) Marvel vs Capcom 2
Offspring - (All I Want) - Crazy Taxi
Menu Music - Gun Bird 2
Break 2
Rhyme Star - Dead or Alive 2
Introduction - Typing of The Dead
Magical Girl - Jet Grind Radio/Jet Set Radio
Outro
Last Wave - Outrun
*All music recorded from original gaming hardware*
In this episode, Rick and Sal talk about the cult classic Luigi’s Mansion, their quick thoughts on Ready Player One, recently announced Spyro the Dragon: Reignited Trilogy, and other gaming news. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Episode 23: Luigi’s Mansion (Nintendo GameCube & 3DS) Wii, Labo, Spyro and Sonic Mania News
Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Nintendo EAD (formally R&D 4)
Release Date: GameCube NA: 11/18/2001 JP: 09/14/2001
3DS: Coming 2018
Producers: Shigeru Miyamoto, Takashi Tezuka
Composer: Kazumi Totaka, Shinobu Tanaka
Intro - Artist: Dariusz Twin - Ghostie
Break #1
Break #2
Outro: Out Run - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
In this episode Rick and Sal talk about Secret of Mana, one of the greatest couch co-op games ever, finding their original childhood Super Nintendo, their reactions to the March 8th Nintendo Direct, and who they hope to see in the new Super Smash Bros for the Nintendo Switch. Enjoy the Waves!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Episode 22: Secret of Mana/Seiken Densetsu 2, Nintendo Direct & Smash Bros Switch
Published/Developed: Square
Composer: Hiroki Kikuta
Release Date: 1993
Platform: SNES/ Super Famicom
Intro - Into the Thick of it
Break 1
Break 2
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave (MD)
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
On this episode, Rick and Sal break format and talk about their initial impressions of the Nintendo Switch, Zelda BOTW, Mario Odyssey, and their hopes for Nintendo's future.
EPISODE 21: Nintendo Switch, Zelda - Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey and more!
Website: www.retrogamingboombox.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/retrogamingboombox
twitter: @RGBoombox
Instagram: @RGBoombox
twitch.tv/RGBoombox
Intro - Institute Menu - Perfect Dark (N64)
Break 1:
Break 2
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
On this episode, Rick and Sal are joined by Ricky’s wife Mel. They talk about the first time they played Crash, how unforgiving the platforming is, and compare the original and the N-sane Trilogy.
EPISODE 20: Crash Bandicoot (PS1) / N-Sane Trilogy (PS4)
Publisher: Sony
Developer: Naughty Dog
Platform: PS1
Release Date: September 1996
Composer: Josh Mancell
Intro - Main Theme/Map
Break 1
Break 2
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave (MD)
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
On this episode, Rick and Sal are joined once again by their buddy Matt. The guys deep dive into the sewers to kick some shell and discuss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles games on the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis/ Mega Drive. Enjoy the Waves!
Episode 19: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV : Turtles in Time (SNES) Hyperstone Heist (Sega Genesis / Mega Drive)
Publisher & Developer: Konami
Platform: Super Nintendo / Sega Genesis
Release Date: NA: August 1992/ JA: July 1992
Composer: Mutsuhiko Izumi & Kozo Nakamura
Intro - Turtle Power (SNES)
Break 1
Big Apple 3AM (SNES)
Alleycat Blues (SNES)
Sewer Surfin’ (SNES / MD)
Prehistoric Turtlesaurus (SNES)
Break 2
Bury my Shell at Wounded Knee (SNES)
Neon Night-Riders (SNES)
Star Base - Where no Turtle Has Gone Before (MD)
Flying High (SNES)
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave (MD)
*All music recorded from original gaming hardware*
In this pipe warping and goomba stomping episode Rick and Sal are joined once again by their friend Matt. They talk about the recent release of Super Mario Odyssey, the good ol' days of the N64, the impact Mario 64 had on the classic platformer and of course the music. Enjoy the Waves!
Episode 18: Super Mario 64
Publisher & Developer: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo 64
Release Date: (US) September 26, 1996
Composer: Koji Kondo
Intro - Title Theme
Break 1
Break 2
Break 3
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
In this Halloween themed episode, Rick and Sal cover one of Rick’s favorite video game franchise Castlevania: Bloodlines for the Sega Genesis/MegaDdrive. Showcasing some of the game play, mechanics, and music and hey you may hear some familiar tracks from previous installments of the series pumping through the FM sound chip. Enjoy the waves!
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Episode 17: Castlevania Bloodlines
Publisher & Developer: Konami
Platform: Sega Genesis/Mega Drive
Release Date: (US) March 17, 1994
Composer: Yamane Michiru
Intro - Reincarnated Soul, Part 2 (Stage 1)
Break 1
Break 2
Break 3
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
This month, Rick and Sal are joined in studio by their buddy Amir to discuss the SNES (Super Nintendo) classic edition. The boys touch on the long awaited release of Star Fox 2 and the SNES classic pre-order debacle. This episode also showcases some of their favorite games featured in the collection. Enjoy the Waves!
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EPISODE 16: SNES CLASSIC EDITION
Intro - Earthbound - Title Screen
Super Mario World - World 1: Yoshi’s Island
EarthBound - Onett theme
Contra III: The Alien Wars - Neo Kobe Steel Factory (Stage 3)
Super Mario Kart - Character Select Screen
Star Fox - Corneria (Stage 1)
Star Fox 2 - Title Theme
Street Fighter - Guile Theme
Donkey Kong Country - Island Map / Mine Cart Madness
Final Fantasy III - Victory Fanfare
F-Zero - Mute City
Super Castlevania IV - Bloody Tears / The Cave theme
Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island - Flower Garden
Mega Man X - Prologue theme / Zero 1 / Spark Mandrill stage
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Light World / Magic Mirror / Dark World
Super Metroid - Samus Aran Appearance Fanfare / Theme of Samus Aran, Space Warrior
Outro - Outrun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
In this Episode Rick and Sal cover the Blue Blur himself, Sonic the Hedgehog on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive. The bros discuss gameplay, music and how this SEGA mascot was brought to life. Dust off that 90's attitude and enjoy the waves!
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Episode 15: Sonic the Hedgehog
Release: 06/23/1991
Published: SEGA
Developed: Sonic Team
Programer: Yuji Naka
Composer: Masato Nakamura
Intro - Title Screen
Break #1
Break #2
Break #3
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware
In this episode Rick and Sal venture out of the studio and record live at Too Many Games 2017. They walk the floor interviewing many famous gaming enthusiasts such as the Angry Video Game Nerd, the Game Chasers and My life in Gaming. The Caruso Bros find out what got their guests into video games and what are some of their favorite tracks. Enjoy the Waves!
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Episode 14: Too Many Games 2017
Intro - Blazing Lazers - Area 1 (TG16)
Outrun - Last Wave (GEN/MD)
Links to all the Guests in this episode.
YouTube Channel: Twitter:
Cinemassacre @cinemassacre
My Life in Gaming @MyLifeInGaming
Game Dave @NextGameDave
Pixel Dan @PixelDan
The Game Chasers @thegamechasers
Shady Jay @ShadyJay1908
8 Bit Eric @8biteric
The Gaming Historian @GamingHistorian
Pat the NES Punk @PatTheNESpunk
It’s that time again! Grab that monochrome pocket powerhouse and hit the road with Rick and Sal as they record remotely from the Jersey shore. The Bros cover the Nintendo classic, Kirby’s Dream Land for the Game Boy. Plug in your headphones and enjoy the waves!
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Episode 13: Kirby’s Dream Land
Developer: Hal Laboratory
Publisher: Nintendo
Composer: Jun Ishikawa
Platform: Game Boy
Release Date: 1992
Intro - Title Screen
Break #1
Break #2
Break #3
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave (Sega Master System Version)
All music recorded from original gaming hardware.
In this episode Rick and Sal talk about Konami’s Rocket Knight Adventures starring the legendary opossum Sparkster on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive. They reminisce on their childhood memories, how every company was trying to capitalize on the animal mascot, and of course the amazing music. Enjoy the waves!
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Episode 12: Rocket Knight Adventures
Developed and Published: Konami
Composer: Masanori Oouchi, Aki Hata and Masanori Adachi
Platform: Sega Genesis/ Mega Drive
Release Date: 1993
Intro - Stage 1
Break #1
Break #2
Break #3
Break #4
Outro OutRun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware.
In this episode Rick and Sal talk about the fan favorite DuckTales. They talk about the origin of the series, break down some of the gameplay, talk about the remastered Disney Afternoon collection, and as always jam out to some tunes.
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Episode 11: Disney's Duck Tales
Platform: NES (1989)
Developed & Published: Capcom
Designers: Keiji Inafune & Tukuro Fujiwara
Composer: Hiroshige Tonomura
Intro - Duck Tales Theme
Break #1
Break #2
Break #3
Outro - OutRun - Last Wave
All video game music recorded from original hardware
1967 Scrooge McDuck and Money
https://youtu.be/BAFSrKqIKdc
In this episode, Rick & Sal are joined by their friend Forkin to discuss the "legendary" game The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past for the Super Nintendo. The Bros dive in to this Super Nintendo classic and highlight their favorite Zelda: A Link to the Past tracks composed by the great Koji Kondo. Enjoy the waves!
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EPISODE 10: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Platform: Super Nintendo (1991)
Developed & Published: Nintendo
Composer: Koji Kondo
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Intro
Title Theme
(Break #1)
Time of Falling Rain
Princess Zelda’s Rescue
Palace Dungeon
(Break #2)
Overworld
Kakariko Village
Cave
(Break #3)
Forest
Master sword
Hyrule Castle
(Break #4)
Dark World
Dark World Dungeon
Dark Mountain Forest
(Break #5)
Boss ~BGM~
Boss Clear Fanfare
Crystal
(Break #6)
Battle With Ganon
Triforce Chamber
Outro
OutRun - Last Wave
Legend of Zelda A Link to the Past SNES Japanese Commercial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjpHzLYHkwA
All music recorded from original gaming hardware.
In this episode, Rick & Sal discuss Battletoads for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. The brothers break down the infamous classic, as they play music from the Sega port. Also included are a few tracks from the Nintendo version, both composed by the great David Wise. Enjoy the Waves!
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EPISODE 9: BATTLETOADS
Platform: NES (1991) & Sega Genesis/Mega Drive (1993)
Developed: Rare
Published: Tradewest
Composer: David Wise
Opening Song
Title Theme (GEN/MD)
Break #1
Ragnarok's Canyon (Level 1)
Wookie Hole (Level 2)
Pause Music (NES)
Break #2
Turbo Tunnel Part 1 (Level 3-1)
Turbo Tunnel Part 2 - Speeder Bike (NES)
Turbo Tunnel Part 2 - Speeder Bike (GEN/MD)
Arctic Caverns (Level 4)
Break #3
Surf City (Level 5)
Karnath's Lair (Level 6) (Snake Level)
Volkmire's Inferno Part 1 (Level 7-1)
Volkmire's Inferno Part 2 - Jet Turbo (Level 7-2)
Break #4
Intruder Excluder & Terra Tubes
Rat Race (Level 10)
Final Break
Clinger-Winger (Level 11)
The Revolution (Level 12)
Boss Music
Game Over
Battletoads Theme (NES)
Outro
OutRun - Last Wave
All music recorded from original gaming hardware.
In this episode Rick and Sal reach for the stars to bring back the often forgotten SEGA mascot RISTAR from obscurity. The brothers discuss RISTAR for the SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive. They also breakdown gameplay mechanics, planets/levels and like always the episode is jam packed with music! Enjoy the Waves!
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EPISODE 8: RISTAR
Platform: Sega Genesis/Mega Drive
Published and Developed: SEGA
Composer: Tomoko Sasaki
Opening Theme
Pray!! Pray!! Play!!
Planet Flora
Planet Undertow
Planet Scorch
Planet Sonata
Planet Freon
Planet Automation
Lock Up!!
Theme of Kaiser Greedy
Round Clear 2 - Beyond Space
BONUS STAGE 2 - READY GO!! !!
Outro
OutRun - Last Wave
All music is recorded from the original gaming hardware.
In Episode 7 Rick and Sal are joined by their very own Jedi Master Amir to discuss the music, movies and the 16 bit Super Nintendo Star Wars Trilogy. Enjoy the Waves!
Episode 7: Super Star Wars Trilogy
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Super Star Wars
Published by JVC Developed by LucasArts - Sculptured Software
Composer Paul Webb
Super Empire Strikes Back
Published by JVC/THQ Developed by LucasArts - Sculptured Software
Composer Paul Webb
Super Return of the Jedi
Published by JVC
Developed by LucasArts - Sculptured Software
Composer Paul Webb
Return of the Jedi Original Motion Picture soundtrack
Composer John Williams
EPISODE 6: NES CLASSIC EDITION
Rick and Sal are joined by their good friend Matt to talk about the release of the NES Classic Edition and how the NES introduced them to the characters, games, and music that they still enjoy today.
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Track listing from Episode 6
Ninja Gaiden
Composed by Keiji Yamagishi, Ryuichi Nitta & Ichiro Nakagawa
Developed by Tecmo
Published by Tecmo
PUNCH OUT
Composed by Koji Kondo
Published by Nintendo
Super Mario Bros
Super Mario Bros 2
Super Mario Bros 3
Composed by Koji Kondo
Developed by Nintendo
Published by Nintendo
Metroid
Composed by Hip Tanaka
Developed by Nintendo
Published by Nintendo
Kirby’s Adventure
Composed by Hirokazu Ando & Jun Ishikawa
Developed by HAL laboratory
Published by Nintendo
MEGA MAN 2
Composed by Takashi Tateishi
Published by Capcom
Developed by Capcom
Legend of Zelda
Composed by Koji Kondo
Developed by Nintendo
Published by Nintendo
Zelda II: Adventures of Link
Composed by Akito Nakatsuka
Developed by Nintendo
Published by Nintendo
Outrun
Composed by Yuji Naka
Developed and Published by SEGA
(SEGA Master System)
In this Episode, Rick is joined by his brother Sal where they discuss retro/modern gaming and play some spooky VGM tunes that will haunt your 16 bit dreams.
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Halloween Episode
Intro
Castlevania Bloodlines (SG/MD)
Composed by Michiru Yamane
Released 1994
Sunsoft block
Fester’s Quest (NES)
Composed by Naoki Kodaka
Released 1989
Gremlins II: The New Batch (NES)
Composed by Naoki Kodaka
Released 1990
Castlevania 8 BIT NES medley
Castlevania (NES)
Composed by Kinuyo Yamashita and Satoe Terashima
Released 1989
Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest (NES)
Composed by Kenichi Matsubara, Satoe Terashima, and Kouji Murata
Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse (NES)
Composed by Hidenori Maezawa, Jun Funahashi, Yukie Morimoto and Yoshinori Sasaki
16 bits of horror
Ghouls N’ Ghosts (SG/MD)
Composed by Tamayo Kawamoto
Released 1989
Altered Beast (SG/MD)
Composed by Tohru Nakabayashi
Released 1988
Super Castlevania IV (SNES)
Composed by Masanori Adachi and Taro Kudo
Released 1991
Zombies ate my Neighbors (SNES)
Composed by by Joseph "Joe" McDermott.
Released 1993
Red Book Audiovania
Akumajo Dracula X: Rondo of Blood (PCE Super CD)
Composers: Akiropito (Akira Sōji), Keizo Nakamura, Tomoko Sano, Mikio Saito
Released October 29, 1993
Castlevania SOTN (PS1)
Composed by Michiru Yamane
Released 1997
Outro
Night Trap (SEGA CD)
Composed by Sunny BlueSkyes & Martin Lund
Released 1992
Your buddies Rick and Jamie from RGB have put together 12 classic retro game tracks to celebrate Too Many Games! Each track is meticulously ripped from their original cartridges/cds and original consoles. Within, you’re sure to find some great music, and more than likely, some memories. Enjoy!
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Tracklist
- Intro - Battletoads theme- Battletoads- Sega Genesis, 1993. Composed by: David Wise
1) Ice Cap Zone (Act 1) - Sonic 3- Sega Genesis, 1994. Composed by: Brad Buxer.
2) The Dark World - Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past- SNES, 1991. Composed by: Koji Kondo
3) Prelude - Final Fantasy VI- SNES, 1994. Composed by: Nobuo Uematsu
4) Underground Concourse - Journey to Silius - NES, 1990. Composed by: Naoki Kodaka
5) The Dark City - The Revenge of Shinobi - Sega Genesis, 1989. Composed by: Yuzo Koshiro
6) Title Screen - Mega Man 3 - NES, 1990. Composed by Yasuaki Fujita
7) The Submerged City - Super Castlevania IV - SNES, 1991. Composed by: Masanori Adachi
8) Billie Jean - Moonwalker- Sega Genesis, 1990. Composed by: Michael Jackson
9) Subterranean - Earthworm Jim 2 - Sega Saturn, 1996. Composed by: Tommy Tallarico
10) Memories of Green - Chrono Trigger - SNES, 1995. Composed by: Yasunori Mitsuda
11) Sewer Surfin’- TMNT IV: Turtles in Time - SNES, 1992 Composed by: Mutsuhiko Izumi
12) Zip - Bomberman Hero - N64, 1998. Composed by: Jun Chikuma
- Outro - Last Wave - Outrun - Sega Genesis, 1991. Composed by: Hiroshi Kawaguchi
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In episode three of the podcast, Rick & Jamie discuss the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive Classic beat'em up Streets of Rage 2. The guys showcase composer Yuzo Koshiro for his legendary work on this 16-bit powerhouse.
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Reference Links for the show
The Good Life - Inner City
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUwfOOdg4eE
Everybody Everybody - Black Box
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18N2k1TBBRE
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In episode two of the podcast, Rick & Jamie discuss the Super Nintendo / Super Famicom game Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. The guys showcase composer David Wise for his audio and technical innovations for the iconic 16-bit platformer.
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In episode one of the podcast, Rick & Jamie discuss the classic Sega Genesis/Mega Drive game ToeJam and Earl in Panic on Funkotron. The guys showcase composer John Baker and breakdown some of the more memorable tracks from the 16-bit platformer.
In episode zero of the podcast, Rick and Jamie talk about their love of retro video games from an early age to their own musical background.