Amigos Retro Gaming Network - Amigos: Everything Amiga / ARG Presents / Sprite Castle / Pixel Gaiden
Amigos Retro Gaming is a conversational, congenial series of podcasts about the computers and consoles of your youth. Includes Amigos: Everything Amiga, ARG Presents, Sprite Castle, and Pixel Gaiden! Amigos: Everything Amiga - https://www.everythingamiga.com/ ARG Presents - http://anchor.fm/arg-presents Sprite Castle - http://podcast.robohara.com/sprite-castle/ Pixel Gaiden - https://pixelgaiden.podbean.com/
Ask the Amigos - Oct 2025
Time for another round of our Discord community's burning questions!
Conversations From The Darkside - HEXES AND VEXES! WATCH OR BE CURSED!! Season 5 Episode 3
It's Season 5 Episode 3 of Conversations From The Darkside! Join Rob "Flack" O'Hara and Amigo Aaron for a look at those places in the world that man fears to tread. This week we'll cover this weeks goings on in News MACABRE, and then we'll start our discussion on Hexes and Vexes....curses that will make you wonder if it's all for real! Kick back, grab a beverage, turn down the lights, and enjoy our dark conversation.🏆 Get cool perks and rad swag when you support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast at https://podcasters.spo...
Your will be fun? Supremacy unleashed on Amigos: Everything Amiga 525
Do you like ULTIMATE POWER?!? Do you want to rule your enemies LIKE A GAWD!?! Do you love MENU AFTER MENU! Then have I got the game for you! It's Supremacy aka OVERLORD this week on the Amigos Everything Amiga Show!🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at the games we all remember--even those we'd like to forget!#Amiga #Retrocomputing
Pixel Gaiden - Episode 164 - Cool Systems And Amiga Memories + Battle Of The Spooky Brawlers
We're back for Episode 164 of Pixel Gaiden!
In this episode Cody and Eric catch up on the news and cover Battle Of The Systems: Night Slashers (Arcade, Data East) vs Metamorphic Force (Arcade, Konami)
7:12 - Quick Questions
33:19 - Patreon Song
36:58- Tea Time With Tim - Amiga Memories
49:45 - Cody's Corner - Cool Systems To Collect For
1:07:38 - News
2:01:24- Battle Of The Systems: Night Slashers (Arcade, Data East) vs Metamorphic Force (Arcade, Konami)
News Notes At Pixelgaiden.com
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FOR SWINGERS ONLY! It's 8-BIT Tarzan Games this week on ARG Presents! Grab your tiger tunic & YELL!
Remember Tarzan? He was sort of a big deal when computers were just getting their footing in the early 80's, and this literary legend became a big part of the 8-bit era. Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron this week as we grab a few chimps and start climbing some palm trees...ok not likely. On ARG 322, we'll be trying our luck with two of the big T's games of the day, TARZAN on the Atari 2600 and TARZAN on the BBC MICRO! AAAARRRGGGHHHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosgretrogaming#argpresents #Retrocomputing
California Games II Retrospective - Amigos: Everything Amiga 524
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It's Haunted Houses, Hotels, and Hospitals this week Conversations From The Darkside! Season 5 Episode 2 is here!
It's Season 5 Episode 2 of Conversations From The Darkside! Join Rob "Flack" O'Hara and Amigo Aaron for a look at those places in the world that man fears to tread. This week we'll cover this weeks goings on in News MACABRE, and then we'll start our discussion on Haunted Houses, Hotels, and Hospitals. Kick back, grab a beverage, turn down the lights, and enjoy our dark conversation.🏆 Get cool perks and rad swag when you support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcast#conversationsfromthedarkside
Explore the OLD TOWER for the ZX Spectrum this week with the Our Sinclair gang! I hate bats!!!
It's always a fun time to try a NEWER offering for the ZX Spectrum. Old Tower was released seven or so years ago, and with MANY ports around, the Spectrum was the lead platform. Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we zip around the tower and marvel at the sites. This game placed 3rd in a programming contest...find out how high we place it this week on Our Sinclair 126!🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosgretrogaming#zxspectrum #Retrocomputing #zxspectrumnext
It's MURDER! Find out whodunnit & see if the game is killer or just DOA! Amigos Everything Amiga 523
It's time to solve a MURDER this week on Amigos! Join Amigo Aaron and BACKUP show host THE BRENT and see if these two sleuths can solve the case...or for that matter see ANOTHER murder is committed!
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Conversations From The Darkside - Mysterious Places and Forbidden Spaces - Our FIRST EPISODE of 2025
Every Friday in October, we have a Halloween tradition called Conversations From the Darkside, a look at the bizarre, the paranormal, and the supernatural. For FOUR WEEKS ONLY we invite you to enjoy some holiday fun.We're back! It's Season 5 Episode 1 of Conversations From The Darkside! Join Rob "Flack" O'Hara and Amigo Aaron for a look at those places in the world that man fears to tread. First we'll cover this weeks goings on in News MACABRE, and then we'll start our discussion on the Bermuda Triangle, which Flack SURVIVED only a few month back. Then, we'll explore OTHER forbidden...
The Atari 130XE - Atari's Missed Opportunity?! See what it was capable of on Atari UNLIMITED!
Welcome to Atari Unlimited episode 3! The Atari 130XE was one of the least owned and most overlooked computers in the Atari 8-bit line. But why? What were the plans for this capable machine, and what made it stand out from the other systems in the XE or XL range? We'll try to figure it all out, and then we'll have a look at what an Atari 130XE can do as we look at the incredible modern port of the legendary Jordan Mechner classic Prince Of Persia! Is it the BEST 8-bit version of this hall of fame game? Is it...
Pixel Gaiden - Episode 163 - "Pairings" The Gameshow! + 1988 Cutesy Arcade Battle - Taito’s New Zealand Story. VS Marchen Maze by Namco
We're back for Episode 163 of Pixel Gaiden!
In this episode the boys catch up on what they've been playing and adding to their collections + 1988 cutesy arcade battle. Taito’s New Zealand Story. VS Marchen Maze by Namco.
11:48- Quick Questions
43:26 - Patreon
48:26 - Eric's Take - Mods That Saved The System
1:09:14 - Pairings Game Show
1:42:36 - Catching Up
3:10:20 - 1988 Cutesy Arcade Battle. Taito’s New Zealand Story. VS Marchen Maze by Namco.
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Is this the ULTIMATE Amiga Pinball Game?!? It's SLAM TILT on Amigos Everything Amiga 522
It's time to play the silver ball this week on Amigos! Join Amigo Aaron and John "Boatofcar" Shawler as we try our luck with Slam Tilt! Is this a pinball wizard, or another THREE DEE PINBALL DUD?!?! Find out! 🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at the games we all remember--even those we'd like to forget!#Amiga #Retrocomputing
Really BAD Ports! Some games should NEVER come home, or VICE VERSA! Experience PAIN on ARG Presents!
Everyone likes a good, ole fashioned technological achievement in gaming. But what happens when a twisted visionary tries to move that game to a platform that isn't ready for it?!? I'll tell you what happens...you get a REALLY BAD PORT! Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron this week as we see what happens when someone decided to STEP OVER THE LINE (of technology) and do what they said couldn't (and shouldn't) be done! Prepare yourself for the lighting speed HARD DRIVIN' on the Commodore 64 and worlds wackiest, and bloodiest, redemption machine - QUAKE: ARCADE EDITION! 🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gma...
Get DEEP IN THE MUD in Super Off Road on Amigos: Everything Amiga 521!
You pay for the whole seat, but you'll only need the edge!
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Sprite Castle 102: Wayout
In this way out game, find your way out in this 1983 gem from Sirius Software, WAYOUT!
Journey into L'Abbaye des Morts aka The Abbey of the Dead via the ZX Spectrum on Our Sinclair 125!
A lone monk, pursued through the forest on a dark night, creeps swiftly into a mysterious Abbey on a desolate moor. His mission is nothing less the saving the world from THE DEVIL! Join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron as we take a look at this fairly modern offering on the ZX SPECTRUM, L'Abbaye des Morts otherwise known as The Abbey of the Dead! It goes down THIS WEEK on Our Sinclair episode 125!🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosgretrogaming#zxspectrum #Retrocomputing #zxspectrumnext
Pixel Gaiden - Episode 162 - Stress-Free Bedhead Morning Edition - 6 Good Stress-Free Games
We're back for Episode 162 of Pixel Gaiden!
In this episode Cody and Eric catch up on the news and cover 6 Good Stress-Free Games
7:14 - Quick Questions
36:57 - Patreon Song
42:00- Tea Time With Tim - Tim’s adventures in PS3 modding
58:21 - Cody's Corner - Caverns of Mars Recharged
1:11:29 - News
2:12:19- 6 Good Stress-Free Games
News notes at pixelgaiden.com
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Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge Retrospective - Amigos: Everything Amiga 520
There are a few games on the Commodore Amiga that you can single out and say "This is a pivotal game in the history of the computer.". This weeks game - Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge is one such game. Sprung from the genius developers at Magnetic Fields, Lotus I changed what we would expect from a racing game going forward. Join Amigo Aaron and John "Boatofcar" Shawler as we take a up close look at this legendary title. Stick around for the news and more!
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It's ATARI UNLIMITED Ep 2 Featuring The Atari Jaguar & SUPER BURNOUT! Was the Jag any good?!?
Welcome to the second episode of ATARI UNLIMITED! In this episode, join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we take the DEEPEST of dives into the ill-fated Atari Jaguar. Then join us as we discuss a launch title for the Lynx, SUPER BURNOUT.🏆 Please check out our Patreon to support The Atari ST Show and our other wacky endeavors!https://www.patreon.com/TheRetroRotation🔗 Get social!Email: atariunlimited@mail.comFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogaming#atarist #Retrocomputing
Doofus - Who thought THAT was a good name? Amigos: Everything Amiga 519
Today on Amigos Everything Amiga, we play ....Doofus. Yes, we've sunk this low.🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at the games we all remember--even those we'd like to forget!#Amiga #Retrocomputing
Game Ports that were BETTER then the ORIGINAL! It's ARG PRESENTS 320 with Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT!
ARG Presents is BACK this week for an fun discussion on Ports of games that are BETTER then the originals! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT for some laughs as we discuss games that fit the bill, and then submit our own as we tackle Bionic Commando on the Nintendo NES and Slap Fight MD on the original Sega Megadrive / Genesis! 🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosgretrogaming#zxspectrum #Retrocomputing
Pixel Gaiden - Episode 161 - Tim Buys Empty Boxes And Fills Them With Dreams + 6 Good DS Games
We're back for Episode 161!
In this episode the boys catch up on what they've been playing and adding to their collections + 6 Good DS Games
9:16- Quick Questions
21:18 - Patreon
25:52 - Eric's Take - Physical Games Backlog
58:12 - Catching Up
2:06:44 - 6 Good DS Games
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Ask the Amigos - August 2025
Time for another round of our Discord community's burning questions!
Flying worst class: Wings of Death | Amigos: Everything Amiga 518
Today on Amigos Everything Amiga, we take flight with the WINGS OF FREAKIN' DEATH!! 💥 The Amigos EVERYTHING Amiga show will put you in your seats and set your trays in the upright position...but be warned...this could be a VERY bumpy ride! Join ol' BEAKFACE for the flight of your life!🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at the games we all rememb...
Shovel Adventure: The Next Quest for the Spectrum NEXT! Will you dig it?! Find out on Our Sinclair!
Grab your shovel and sharpen your blade, cuz you gotta dig like your life depends on it...cuz it does! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we fire up the ZX Spectrum NEXT for some jewel grabbing action! We hope you'll dig Our Sinclair 124!
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The REAL Battle Chess - Archon! Amigos: Everything Amiga 517
Today on Amigos Everything Amiga, we dive into the legendary game of Archon! 💥 Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate battle between light and dark!🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at the games we all remember--even those we'd like to forget!#Amiga #Retrocomputing
Eastworld Karate is a MYSTERY game from the MELTING POTS OF SIN! We FIGHT IT OUT on The Coco Show!
Welcome back to The CoCo Show episode 58, all about gaming on the ALMIGHTY Tandy TRS-80 Color Computer! This time out, join THE BRENT and Amigo Aaron as we try our luck with a game SO rare and mysterious, we have no idea when it was released, if anyone actually bought it, or even WHO WROTE THE GAME! Join us as we FIGHT IT OUT on Eastworld Karate! Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogaming#trsgaming #Retrorotation#Retrocomputing
Pixel Gaiden - Episode 160 - Help Cody Help YOU! + Failed UK Computers - Battle Of 16bit On-Rail Shooters!
We're back for Episode 160 of Pixel Gaiden!
In this episode Cody and Eric catch up on the news and cover Galaxy Force II (Arcade) vs. Panorama Cotton (Megadrive)
11:06 - Quick Questions
32:44 - Patreon Song
37:19- Tea Time With Tim - Failed UK Computers
53:39 - Cody's Corner - Help Me Buy Games!
1:18:42 - News
2:32:13- Battle Of The Systems:
Galaxy Force II (Arcade) vs. Panorama Cotton (Megadrive)
News notes at pixelgaiden.com
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Triangle Man, Triangle Man: International 3D Tennis | Amigos: Everything Amiga 516
Everyone loves Tennis...game of the world. But what would make it better, you ask!? How about EXTRA DIMENSIONS! YES, welcome to the future my friends...at least as they saw it in 1990. Join Amigo Aaron and John "Boatofcar" Shawler this week as week discuss INTERNATIONAL 3D Tennis! And yes, we too are in THREE FREAKIN' DEE!🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast!https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcastSubscribe to the podcast version of the show at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amigospodcastAmigos: Everything Amiga is a weekly, wacky exploration of the Amiga scene, current news, and a look at...
Atari Unlimited Presents The Atari Lynx with Gates of Zendocon - EPISODE 1
Welcome to the debut episode of ATARI UNLIMITED! In this new series, join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we discuss and sample the rich tapestry that makes up the legacy of Atari. In this first episode, we'll discuss our plans and goals for the show, and follow up with a look at the ill-fated Atari handheld, The Atari Lynx. To conclude, join us as we discuss a launch title for the Lynx, The Gates Of Zendocon.🏆 Please check out our Patreon to support The Atari ST Show and our other wacky endeavors!https://www.patreon.com/TheRetroRotation🔗 Get social...
Sprite Castle 101 - Smurf Massacre
Most people like or at least tolerate Wolverine and the Pyromaniac were not like most people, and in the early 80s these two miscreants got together and created one of the most infamous fames of all time... the Great Smurf Massacre! Enjoy this episode recorded live at the 2025 International Retro Computer Expo.
Rise of the Dragon - Cyberpunk Point & Click! Amigos: Everything Amiga 515
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It's ROM HACKS on ARG PRESENTS this week! Do these MEGADRIVE & NES ROMS SURPASS the original games?
The boys are BACK this week on ARG Presents! We spun the wheel and made the deal for ROM HACKS this week! First we'll discuss the merits and flaws of ROM hacks, and then it's GAME TIME! Do these choices surpass the games they are based on, or is it a ROM MESS! FIND OUT as we take on Super Mario 6 on the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder's Re-Revenge on the Megadrive / Genesis!🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogamingBluesky: amigosgretrogaming#argpresents #Retrocomputing
France’s Manic Miner: Super Bagman Review on Amigos: Everything Amiga 514
Super Bagman was straight outta Saône-et-Loire and straight off the charts difficult! Let's take a look at JOTD's 2023 transcode and see how well it plays on the Miggy!
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Pixel Gaiden - Episode 159 - The Dark Side Of Quick Questions + Top Gear 2 (SNES) vs Lotus 2 RECS (MegaDrive)
We're back for Episode 159!
In this episode the boys catch up on what they've been playing and adding to their collections + Battle Of The Systems - Top Gear 2 (SNES) vs Lotus 2 RECS MegaDrive
11:06- Quick Questions
28:03 - Patreon
33:05 - Eric's Take - WinXP
1:01:11 - Catching Up
2:18:26 - Battle Of The System - Top Gear 2 (SNES) vs Lotus 2 RECS (MegaDrive)
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It's GREEN BERET on Our Sinclair this week! Is this a Spectrum classic?! Rush 'N and have a listen!
Get your army boots and sharpen your blade, cuz you gotta EARN that Green Beret! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we fire up the ZX Spectrum for some hot stabbing action! Rush N' and join us on Our Sinclair 123!
Check Out HAPPY CODING and Midnight Brew Games!https://ko-fi.com/midnightbrew/shop🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmail
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Bonus Episode - Ask The BRENT - July 2025 Edition
Welcome to the long awaited, BONUS SPECIAL - It's Ask THE BRENT JULY 2025! Enjoy THE BRENT's answers to discord's BURNING questions, including THE BRENT's views on games, life, and MORE! It's all here in live and living color as we ASK THE BRENT, again!!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogaming#argpresents #Retrorotation#Retrocomputing
Amiga Arcade Oddities: The Case of Do! Run Run | Amigos Episode 513
Do! Run Run is Boat's favorite arcade game! Electrocoin brought it to the Amiga six years later, and it's not bad!
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It's a MOTOR MASSACRE on The Atari ST SHOW! PLUS - BIG SHOW NEWS!
Strap in and HIT THE GAS! This time we pop the clutch and tell the mutants to eat our dust on the Atari ST Show! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we hit the road in MOTOR MASSACRE! THEN, Stay tuned for HUGE SHOW NEWS! It's a GOOD THING! 🏆 Please check out our Patreon to support The Atari ST Show and our other wacky endeavors!https://www.patreon.com/TheRetroRotation🔗 Get social!Email: theretrorotation@gmailFacebook: Amigos Retro GamingTwitch: amigosretrogaming#atarist #Retrocomputing
