The Press Playcast

Episode 17 - Little Nemo: The Dream Master & Spec Ops: The Line

Appearances can be deceiving and this month we played two games that surprised us. First, for our retro game Rich is joined by Floyd and RF Gen member russlyman to talk about the classic NES platformer from Campcom - Little Nemo: The Dream Master. Next, Steven and Shawn discuss the modern hit third person shooter - Spec Ops: The Line.

Introduction 0:00:30 
Little Nemo 0:03:31 
Spec Ops 1:04:12 
Conclusion 2:33:00

Music 
Opening/Closing theme by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com) 
Little Nemo music provided by WiiGuy's 8bit Stereo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOJETELKVSI) 
Spec Ops music provided by Video Game Music (http://downloads.khinsider.com/game-soundtracks/album/spec-ops-the-line-2012-/32.-welcome-to-hell.mp3) 
Conclusion music by Rakohus (https://www.youtube.com/user/rakohus/)

Episode 16 - Golden Axe I-III & Warhammer 40K: Space Marine

Join RFGeneration Playcast hosts, Rich (singlebanana), Floyd (Fleach), Shawn (GrayGhost81), and Steven (Disposed Hero) as we discuss July's retro and modern playthroughs. On the retro side, Rich, Floyd, and Steven dig deep into the Golden Axe series and are joined by RF Generation 2015 Donation Drive Playthrough Lot winner, Fokakis79 and Cameron Johnson, guitarist from the progressive metal band, Atma Weapon. For the modern segment, Shawn and Steven manage to drag Rich over to the "darkside" to discuss the brutal and oh so action-packed space adventure, Warhammer 40K: Space Marine. 

Introduction - 0:00:36
Golden Axe I, II & III - 0:02:25
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine - 2:00:42
Conclusion - 2:54:16

Indie Beat em up mentioned by Floyd: Mother Russia Bleeds (http://motherrussiableeds.com/)

Music:
Opening/Closing theme by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com)

Episode 15 - Mega Man 2-3 & Mass Effect

This episode is all kinds of epic! Get ready to join the discussion of the essential NES Classics Mega Man 2 and 3 with Rich, Steven, and Duke.Togo from The Collectorcast! It's like a walk down memory lane.

Later, Floyd and Shawn share their thoughts on Mass Effect... No surprise, they say it's awesome.

Intro 0:0:28

Mega Man 2/3 0:02:03

Mass Effect 1:50:56

Conclusion 3:12:47

Intro music provided by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://www.reverbnation.com/atmaweapon)

Episode 14 - Shining Force & Kirby's Epic Yarn

This month the retro hosts knock out an RPG classic and talk about Shining Force for the Sega Genesis. Rich also wants to know if you delete the save files when you add an RPG to your collection.

Over on the modern side Floyd and Shawn take it easy and play a fluffy little game. Kirby's Epic Yarn was surprisingly fun and delightful to play.

Intro: 0:0:25

Shining Force: 0:01:52

Kirby's Epic Yarn: 1:57:14

Conclusion: 2:21:18

Intro music provided by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://www.reverbnation.com/atmaweapon) 

Episode 13 - Paper Mario & Tomb Raider (2013)

Welcome to episode lucky 13! Or should we say, unlucky 13. 

During April we played Paper Mario for the N64 and were joined by MetalFRO to discuss the game. If you like vibrant graphics and light RPG mechanics, this is the game for you.

Next, we tackled the 2013 reboot of Tomb Raider. Does it hold up? Do we feel like it breathes new life into the franchise? Listen to find out.

Intro 0:0:24

Paper Mario 0:01:55

Tomb Raider 1:38:20

Conclusion 2:36:30

Intro music provided by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://www.reverbnation.com/atmaweapon)

Episode 12 - MediEvil & Batman: Arkham Origins

Happy birthday to us! One year has come and gone and we're still here talking about the games we play. This month Rich and Steven took part in a PS1 classic that Rich looks back upon fondly; while Shawn and Floyd donned their capes to play as the Dark Knight.

Show Notes:

Intro: 0:0:24 

MediEvil (PS1): 0:2:06 

Batman: Arkham Origins (PS3, 360, PC): 1:24:39 

Conclusion: 2:27:04

Intro music provided by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon (http://www.reverbnation.com/atmaweapon)

Episode 11 - Zelda: A Link to the Past & 999

It was only a matter of time before we tackled an essential game like Link to the Past. Join Rich, Shawn, and Steven as they discuss their journey through Hyrule and ask the ultimate question: Is Link to the Past REALLY the best Zelda game ever?

Next, Floyd takes a gamble with a fairly obscure visual novel for the Nintendo DS. He's accompanied by Rich and EngineerMike for the discussion of 999. 

Intro: 0:0:26

Link to the Past: 0:1:53

999: 1:12:21

Conclusion: 2:47:44

Intro/Outro music provided by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon -  http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com/

Episode 10 - Kid Icarus & 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand

We're kicking off the new year with an NES classic and what we all consider a sleeper hit on the PS3/X360. In this episode Rich shares a gaming memory that didn't end well for his bedroom window and Floyd gets lost driving down a straight road.

On the retro side Rich is joined by new co-host Steven (aka Disposed Hero) and our friend from the Collectorcast, Duke.Togo to discuss Kid Icarus. They share their memories of playing the game as kids and compare the North American release to the Famicom Disk System version. Next, Shawn surprises Floyd, Steven, and Rich with 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand. We talk about this under-appreciated game for the modern segment.

Intro 0:0:25 
Kid Icarus 0:2:10 
50 Cent: BotS 1:23:41 
Outro 2:11:12

Opening/closing music by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon -  http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com/

Episode 9 - ShmupFest & Best of 2014

This month we played a collection of 8 shmups ranging from the NES all the way to the Xbox 360. We share some strategies and thoughts on the games. And what kind of year-end podcast would it be without a "Best Of" list? We round out the year by talking our favorite playthrough games of 2014.

Opening/closing music by Cameron Johnson of Atma Weapon -  http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com/

Episode 8 - Super Metroid & System Shock 2

Ready for a little space madness? If so, join the RFGeneration PlayCast Group (along with special guests RetroRage & bombatomba) as we discuss our out-of-this-world playthoughs for the month of November. On the retro side, we return to planet Zebes to blast some Space Pirates in the SNES classic, Super Metroid. On the modern playthrough, we meander through the Von Braun for a showdown with SHODAN, in 1999’s PC classic, System Shock 2.

Introduction: 0:00:11
Super Metroid: 0:01:46
System Shock 2: 1:33:30
Conclusion: 2:37:26

Opening/Closing theme by Atma Weapon - http://atmaweaponnc.bandcamp.com/