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2024 Tech and Gaming – Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 176
On this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, hosts Amanda and Stacy, are looking at 2024 in gaming and tech.
End of Year Gaming Wrap Up 2023 PT 2 – Retro Rebel Ep175
On this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast we our end-of-the-year wrap-up and awarding our favorite creators.
End of Year Gaming Wrap Up 2023 – Retro Rebel Podcast Ep174
On this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast we our end-of-the-year wrap-up and awarding our favorites and not-so-favorite games. We…
Thanksgiving 2023 – Retro Rebel Podcast Ep 173
In this Thanksgiving episode we discuss gaming news and updates that have happened in the last few weeks that we’re…
Baldur’s Gate 3 – Retro Rebel Podcast Ep 172
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a fun, immersive experience where every choice feels impactful. It gives you the freedom to try…
What Baldur’s Gate 3 Means for the Gaming Industry
Baldur's Gate 3 is a fun, immersive experience where every choice feels impactful. It gives you the freedom to try…
Are video games going extinct? The need for preservation.
Retro Rebel Podcast discussion on video games going extinct. And the need for discussion around video game preservation.
The State of Gaming – Retro Rebel Podcast
In this episode of the Retro Rebel podcast, we catch up on what we've been playing the first few months…
Accessibility in Gaming Gift Guide
Guide for parents, and loved ones to support their gamer friends with devices, games, and other products that enhance accessibility…
The Best PC Games of All Time – Part 3
We have guest host Steve back this week as a proper PC aficionado to discuss the best PC games of…
The Best PC Games of All Time – Part 2
We have guest host Steve back this week as a proper PC aficionado to discuss the best PC games of…
The Best PC Games of All Time – Retro Rebel Podcast
We have guest host Steve back this week as a proper PC aficionado to discuss the best PC games of…
The Best PS4 Games of All Time – Part 2
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we’re looking at the best PS4 exclusive games of all time with megafan,…
The Best PS4 Games of All Time – Retro Rebel Podcast
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we're looking at the best PS4 exclusive games of all time with…
14 of the Best Survival Horror Games of All Time
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we’re talking survival horror and Amanda is joined by superfan Holly to…
How much do our decisions need to matter in gaming?
In this episode of the Retro rebel Podcast, we’re talking about how much choice matters. How much do our decisions…
The 25 Best FPS Games of All Time Part 2 – Retro Rebel Podcast
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, Amanda Fox and return guest host Tom to discuss The 25 Best FPS…
The 25 Best FPS Games of All Time – Retro Rebel Podcast
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, Amanda Fox and return guest host Tom to discuss The 25 Best FPS…
20 Best Comic, Cartoon & Superhero Games of All Time
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, Amanda Fox and return guest host Holly discuss the 20 Best Comic, Cartoon…
30 Best Multiplayer Games of All Time – Retro Rebel Podcast
This week on the Temple of Geek Podcast, Amanda Fox and special guest Steve discuss the 30 Best Multiplayer Games…
How To Stay Safe with Free To Play Gaming – Retro Rebel Podcast
Discussing Free-to-play gaming, which is a common format these days but these games are designed to tempt you into parting…
25 Best Action Games of All Time I Retro Rebel Podcast Ep 155
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we take a look at the 25 best action games of all…
The Best Metroidvania Games of All Time
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, Amanda is joined by a special guest, Steve, as they look at…
Part 2 of the “30 Best Fighting Games of All Time” Retro Rebel Podcast
We’re back for part two as we take a look at the 30 Best Fighting Games of All Time, according…
30 Best Fighting Games of All Time I Retro Rebel Podcast
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we're taking a look at the 30 Best Fighting Games of All…
Accessibility in Gaming I Retro Rebel Podcast
Amanda is joined by disabled game advocate Holly to discuss what game companies are doing right and what they can…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 150: 30 Best Platformer Games of All Time
In this episode, Amanda is joined by a special guest, Steve, as they look at the 30 Best Platformer Games…
Retro Rebel Podcast: The Best RPG Games of All Time
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast we are discussing the best RPGs of all time. Amanda is joined in…
30 Best MMORPGs of All Time I Retro Rebel Podcast
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast we are discussing the best MMORPGs of all time.
Retro Rebel Podcast: The 30 Best Stealth Games of All Time
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, Amanda is joined by special guest Holly as they discuss the 30 best…
30 Best Classic Arcade Games of all Time PART TWO
Retro Rebel Podcast is hosted by Amanda Fox and Stacy Bishop. This week, Amanda is joined by a special guest as…
30 Best Classic Arcade Games of All Time PART ONE
This week on the Retro rebel Podcast Amanda is joined by a special guest, Tom, as they look at the…
Retro Rebel Podcast : The 30 Best Horror Games of All Time
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast Amanda is joined by a special guest, Steve, as they look at the…
Retro Rebel Podcast: What modern games can learn from old games
This week we are discussing the difference between retro and modern games and what newer games could learn from the…
Retro Rebel Podcast 142 – Good looking video games from 2022
Following 2 years of pretty dismal releases (don't remind me of Cyberpunk 2077), is 2022 the year video games get…
Retro Rebel Podcast Ep. 141- Mastermind the Metaverse
This week we are discussing Facebook's Metaverse. The true metaverse should be more like ready player one and why would…
Retro Rebel Podcast Ep. 140 – New year, Nix NFTs
With a swathe of praise and criticism for NFTs: What are they, why should we care, and should you get…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Gaming’s Best and Worst of 2021
In this week's episode of Retro Rebel Podcast, Stacy and Amanda break down the best and the worst in gaming…
Dumb things we do because of video game mechanics
Today we’re going to talk about all the dumb habits we have because of video game mechanics that would be…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 137 Memorable video game worlds
In this episode, we are talking about our most memorable video game worlds. Places that stuck with us long after…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 136 Best Video Game Villains
This week, we’re talking about the baddies we loved to beat. Big or small, we’re talking the best video game…
Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 135 – Sims we’d like to see
In today's episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we're talking about our silly, realistic, and monotonous sim ideas.
Retro Rebel Podcast: Times the gaming community was awesome
The gaming community often gets a bad rap. And it’s usually deserved. But there have been times that the gaming…
Non-fungible tokens and how devs have been selling nothing for years.
This week Stacy and Amanda are talking about Non-fungible tokens and how devs have been selling nothing for years.
Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 132 – Gaming Developers lying, is it legal?
Gaming developers lying, is it legal? It feels like devs are making more promises than ever and failing to deliver…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep 131 Sidekicks in games that we love!
This week on the "Retro Rebel Podcast" we are discussing sidekicks in game that we love! There are lots of…
Retro Rebel Podcast: How to pick the best sidekick for your playstyle
How to pick the best sidekick for your playstyle. We’re going to talk about the types of NPCs that might…
Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 129 – Microsoft is shooting fish in a barrel
Episode 129 of the Retro Rebel Podcast. This week, gamers were reminded we’re just fish in a barrel as Microsoft…
Retro rebel Podcast: Ep.128 Games to look forward to in 2021
For some positive vibes, we thought we’d look at all the 2021 game releases that we’re looking forward to.
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep 127 Best games we played in 2020
Episode 127 of the Retro Rebel Podcast. As always, in December we call out the best games we played in…
Thanksgiving Series Part 1: Consoles & Developers we’re thankful for.
This November, we’re going to do a 3-part series thanking the gaming consoles, developers, and games we’re thankful for.
Why gaming controls get more complex as titles release sequels?
Why do move sets and controls get more complex as titles release sequels? The Rebel’s discuss what the reasons could…
Retro Rebel Podcast: What’s the best platform for each game genre?
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we discuss if there is an ideal place to place specific game…
Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 122 – The death of physical games media
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we are discussing the death of physical games media, gaming news, and…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 121 Franchised Sports Games need a face-lift
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we are discussing the history and current state of Franchised Sports Games.
Cross-Promotion in Games, what works and what doesn’t?
Cross-promotion is everywhere these days, but it’s not new. We’ll talk about some famous examples like Halo 3 and MT…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 119 Who should buy the new consoles?
The Rebels cover gaming news, Fortnite drama between Apple and Google, Cyberpunk, and more, and our main topic who should…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 118 How to Make Real Friendships Online
This week the Rebels are sharing our tips on how to make real friendships online, discussing gaming news and talking…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 117 “X-Box Games Showcase”
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, The Rebels discuss the X-Box Games Showcase, Gaming news, and overall Gamepass domination.
Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 116 – Deep Dive into the Last of Us Part 2
This week, the Rebels go on a deep dive into the Last of Us 2. They bring up what makes…
Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 115 – Quickfire Game Tactics Part Two
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, the Rebels pick up where they left off last week with Part…
Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 114 – Quickfire Game Tactics Part One
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we discuss gaming news, unpopular opinions, and a round of quickfire off…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Boss Tactic Tropes in Gaming
In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcasts, we are discussing boss tactic tropes in gaming and we will also…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Review bombing, Petitions and The Last of Us 2
This week on the Retro Rebel Podcast, Stacy, and Amanda tackle the subject of review bombing, petitions, and The Last…
The Rebels Breakdown Epal.gg – The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
The Rebels share their thoughts on ePal.gg, a gaming site that allows you to pay for a gaming partner. Is…
The Rebels Share Their Thoughts On The Playstation 5 Reveal
The Rebels discuss the PS5 reveal on this episode of Retro Rebel!
How Much Time Have You Invested In A Single Game?
What is the longest you have ever spent in a game? The Rebels tackle this and more on this episode.
We Ask The Question, What Makes A Game Fun To Watch?
We talk about what makes us enjoy watching gameplay. Check out the episode for yourself now!
The Rebels Discuss The Hardest Games They Have Ever Played
What are some of the hardest games you have ever played? The Rebels break down their toughest challenges on this…
What Will Gamer’s Bodies Look Like In The Future? Let’s Discuss
What will the gamer's bodies look like in the future? The Rebels break this down. Check out the episode now!
It’s Time Again For The Next-Gen Consoles – Here’s Our Take
Get ready for the Next-gen console wars! The Rebels are here to discuss everything that is known about the PS5…
Video Game Rating Systems – Is Now The Time For A Change?
It's Friday and that means it is time for Retro Rebel. On this episode, the Rebels talk about Video Game…
COVID-19 Responses from the Game Industry
Retro Rebel breaks down some of the news on how game companies are dealing with COVID-19. Some of these news…
What To Play During Your Self-Quarantine (Or If You Are Bored)
The Rebels are doing their part by staying home and quarantining. In this episode, they discuss games that can be…
It’s 2020, Where Are The Flying Cars And Futuristic Gaming VR Rigs?!
Are we in the future of gaming as seen in the movies? The Rebels tackle this topic on an all-new…
Our 100th Episode – A Look Back On Episode One The Horror Episode
The Rebels record their 100th episode! What better way to celebrate this milestone by revisiting the first episode. Check it…
Are Gaming Hotels Going To Be The Next Big Thing In Gaming?
Are Gaming Hotels Going To Be The Next Big Thing? The rebels dig into this and more on Retro Rebel!
How Video Game Crunch Is Our Fault! Yes, Our Fault!!
A new episode of Retro Rebel is here! This week, the rebels talk about video game crunch. Listen to the…
The Games We Are Looking Most Forward To In 2020
The Rebels discuss their most anticipated games of 2020. Check out an all-new episode of Retro Rebel now!
Retro Rebel Game Awards – Our Top Picks Of 2019
The Rebels give their thoughts of the best games of 2019. Check out the episode now!
Our 2019 Holiday Gift Ideas For The Gamers In Your Life!
The Rebels discuss their top holiday picks for the gamer in your life. Check out the episode now.
It’s Thanksgiving! Here Are 5 Games We Are Thankful For
On this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, Stacy and Amanda break down the 5 games they are thankful for.
Frankenhorror Part 4 – The Final Sales Pitch For Our Horror Games
The Rebels pitch their games in this final episode of their FrankenHorror series. Check out the episode now!
Retro Rebel RE-view: Retro Game Music Part 2
Stacy of Retro Rebel gives us five more pieces of video game music that should be listened to. Check out…
Frankenhorror Part 3 – A Game That Is Not Suitable For The Kiddies
The Rebels discuss more elements of their Frankenhorror game on this episode of Retro Rebel!
Frankenhorror Part 2 – The Continuation Of Creating A Horror Game
The Rebels are back to continue their discussion on creating a horror game. Check out the episode now!
Frankenhorror Part 1 – Taking A Crack At Creating A Horror Game
The Rebels are back this week. On this episode, they are taking a crack at creating a Frankenhorror game!
An Episode That Is Random But Terrifying
Let's talk about things that terrify us on this episode of Retro Rebel.
That Cheeky Game Industry – Implications Of In-Game Purchases
The Rebels talk about the implications of in-game purchases as add-on features to existing releases. Check out the episode now.
The State Of The Gaming Industry Is A Lovely Sarlacc Pit –
The Rebels discuss the state of the game industry on this episode of Retro Rebel.
VR, E-Sports Coaching, And Speed Runs In Video Games
Stacy invites a guest, Brendan Beal, to discuss E Sports. Check out the episode now!
Video Game Franchises That Need To Die Right Now!
On this episode of Retro Rebel, the Rebels discuss franchises that need to die. Check it out now!
How Are Game Streaming Services Going To Handle Our Data?
Amanda is back on this week's episode of Retro Rebel!
These Video Games Need To Become Films Now!
Retro Rebel is back! This week, the rebels discuss what games they would love to see turned into films. Check…
Digital Property And The Collector – Why Buying Digital Media Is No Good
The Rebels discusses their thoughts on digital media and why it is no good. Check out the episode now!
Easy Mode Engaged! Wait, You Mean This Game Does Not Have One?
The Rebels talk about the merits (or lack thereof) of Easy Mode. Check out the episode now!
So, You Want To Ban Video Games? The Rebels Weigh In…
Check out the Rebel's thoughts on banning video games on this episode of Retro Rebel.
TL;DR…Wait, Wut? You May Consider Reading The EULA
Stacy and Amanda discuss the EULA or End User License Agreements we all sign but definitely don’t read, and why…
Attention Economy: Doing it right!
The Rebels are expanding on their topic from last week, "Attention Economy". Click the link to listen now.
Gaming And The Attention Economy! The Quest For More Time!
The Rebels discuss Attention Economy. How do you balance it all? Check out the latest episode of Retro Rebel now.
How Do You Play Games? – Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 76
The Rebels talk about how they play games. Check out the latest episode of Retro Rebel now.
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 75: Games of 2019
The Rebels discuss the games they are looking most forward to this year. Check out the latest episode of Retro…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 74: Frankengame – The Pitch
The Rebels pitch their Frankengame project on this episode of Retro Rebel!
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 73: Frankengame Part 3
The Rebels finish up their Frankengame project on this episode of Retro Rebel
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 72: Frankengame Part 2
Its Friday and that means an all new episode of Retro Rebel. This week is part 2 of our Frankengame…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 71: Frankengame Part 1
Stacy and Amanda design a game on this episode of Retro Rebel!
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 70: 2018 Game Awards
It's Friday and that means Retro Rebel is all new. This week, the Rebels break down the best and the…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 69: Stupid Game Tropes
An all new episode of Retro Rebel is here. This week the rebels discuss stupid gaming tropes.
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 68: Crunch
Stacy and Amanda are back with an all new episode of Retro Rebel!
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 67: All Things Kingdom Hearts
Stacy and Kami discuss the Kingdom Hearts franchise in this week's episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast.
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 66: Parental Controls in Gaming
Remember the blood code in Mortal Kombat? Do you lock down your games for your kids? Stacy and Amanda discuss…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 65: Games We Played In 2018 (So Far)
Retro Rebel is back with an all new episode. Join Amanda and Stacy as they talk about the games they…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 63: RPG-Stravaganza With Kami Watkins
A guest drops by the Rebel's recording booth to talk RPGs. Check out the episode after the jump!
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 62: Game Fatigue – The Struggle Is Real
An all new episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast is out now. Listen all about game fatigue and more after…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 61: Adult Content In Gaming
Amanda and Stacy try to heat things up as they discuss the dirty in this week's episode of Retro Rebel…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 60: Google Consoles And Streaming Games
An all new episode of Retro Rebel after the jump!
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 59: Digital Gaming And Cloud Services
The rebels are back with an all new episode of Retro Rebel Podcast. This week, the discuss digital gaming and…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 53: Horror Universes We Would Call Home
This week on Retro Rebel, Amanda and Stacy discuss what Horror universes they would want to, and not want to,…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 50: Gaming Do’s And Don’ts In Your 30’s And Beyond
This week on Retro Rebel, Stacy and Amanda celebrate 50 episodes and talk about gaming in your 30's. Check it…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 49: Gaming Do’s And Don’ts In Your 20’s
This week on Retro Rebel gamecast, Amanda tells us how she really feels about Destiny 2 while Stacy discusses exactly…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 48: How Cookies And AI Can Affect Our Gaming Experience
On this episode of Retro Rebel Podcast, we learn that Amanda can get quite scary when playing games. Also, jumps…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 47: How To Fix Xbox Live And Playstation Plus
It an all new Retro Rebel Podcast! In this episode Amanda and Stacy talk about how to improve Xbox Live…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 46: Why Care About DLC & Microtransactions?
Another episode of Retro Rebel Podcast drops and this time, the rebels discuss DLC & Microtransactions. Why don't you give…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 45: The EA Algorithm
This week on Retro Rebel, Stacy and Amanda make predictions about the gaming industry and discuss the negative effects of…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 44: All About Nintendo!
This week on Retro Rebel, Stacy is joined by Danniel to discuss Nintendo! The talk is the good and bad…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 42: The Bread Sandwich Edition!
Welcome to 2018! This week on Retro Rebel, Stacy and Amanda discuss what they’ve been playing and predicted disappointments for…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 41: Trends That Need To End And Continue In 2018
This week on the Retro Rebel Gamecast, Stacy and Amanda do a crossover episode with their sister show, The Temple…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 40: 2017 Game Awards
This week on the Retro Rebel Gamecast, Stacy and Amanda discuss their game awards for 2017! Be sure to let…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 39: Do You Have To Be Good At Games To Enjoy Them?
This week we talk about the differences between US and English holidays. Amanda is still playing Hearthstone, while Stacy can’t…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 38: MMO Classes and Personality Types
This week we discuss gaming news while Amanda consumes Scottish gin and Stacy consumes his favorite beer of choice. Amanda…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 37: RPG – Melee or Ranged?
RPG Classes Stacy and Amanda are back to discuss the glorious addictive mess that is Hearthstone, and the fact that…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 35: Does Mood Affect the Games We Play?
Diamond Achievement Stacy convinces Amanda to play through the Bioshock series to get to one of Stacy’s all-time favs; Bioshock:…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 33: Aging and Gaming
Getting Old Sucks! This week on the Retro Rebel hosts Stacy and Amanda discuss how aging affects gaming and whether…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 30: The Best Games of 2017 (So Far…)
The Best Games of 2017 This week on the Retro Rebel gamecast Stacy and Amanda discuss the joys that are…
Retro Rebel Podcast – Episode 27: Sequels And Games Media
Sequels Stacy and Amanda discuss games media: podcasts, let’s plays, and reviews, and what type of gaming media is good…