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| Mario Is Missing!: Actually, Be Serious | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:57:40 | |
This week I'm talking about off-brand Mario, Mario Is Missing! What began as an earnest attempt at broadening the Mario brand turns into a case study of confused design that has no interest in valuing your time. I break down why this game fails as both a learning tool and as a video game and how the marketing doomed it before it even hit store shelves. WARP ZONES NFS Most Wanted (4:16) THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks | |||
| Final Fight: The Cost of Ambition | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:55:31 | |
One of the foundations of the "beat em up" genre, I'm tackling Capcom's Final Fight! Not the arcade but the ambitious yet deeply compromised Super Nintendo port. I breakdown its beginnings as a Street Fighter sequel, and whether or not flashy enemy AI and a punishing grind are all worth playing...single player?? WARP ZONES THE SHOW NOTES Kerbal Space Program To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks | |||
| Golden Sun: The Last Great Handheld RPG | 22 Sep 2025 | 01:00:16 | |
On today's Patron selected episode I'm discussing one of the most beloved Game Boy Advance titles. Golden Sun has a lot going for it and is Camelot Software's golden child but is it everything it's cracked up to be? Should it have been a Gamecube game? Does it need a remake? And is this possibly the best soundtrack in the entire GBA catalog? Come on in as I talk about all of this and a ton more on this special episode! WARP ZONES Intro (2:36) THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| Final Fantasy IV: Oops, We Saved The World | 08 Sep 2025 | 02:13:00 | |
Cecil may have a redemption arc, but the rest of the party is completely irredeemable... Matt Storm is back, and we're talking about the first 16-bit Final Fantasy! From its conception and "spoony" localization, to a cast of characters so dumb they nearly hand the planet over to the bad guys but still fall backwards into saving it. WARP ZONES Previous History's (5:12) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at "Fun" and Games Podcast | Reignite The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| F-Zero: Mode 7 Hamburger Cars | 18 Aug 2025 | 01:43:54 | |
We're officially off to the....races! Matt Storm (Fun & Games/Reignite) returns for the start of SNES coverage as we take a high-speed dive into F-Zero, Nintendo's flashy, futuristic racer. We break down its roots as a Mode 7 tech demo, the absence of two-player, and why it still kind of rules despite being brutally unfair. Fretless/Date Everything! (3:02) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at "Fun" and Games Podcast | Reignite Fretless - The Wrath of Riffson "Fun" and Games #168 Star Racer F-Zero GP Legend Anime The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| Now We're Playing With Power. Super Power. | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:32:00 | |
Before diving into the Super Nintendo library, I'm taking a moment to reflect on what the console meant to me growing up. From moving into a new home and finding my first real friends, to renting games based on box art and falling in love with RPG's. I'm sharing those early memories, how the SNES shaped the way I play, and a few predictions for what my Top 10 might look like by the end of this journey. THE SHOW NOTES Paul Rudd Plays a Switch 2 The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| See You, Space Hedgehog: End Credits | 28 Jul 2025 | 00:38:22 | |
After two years of playing through Sega's 16-bit library, I'm closing the book with my personal top 10 picks. Genesis, Sega CD, 32X. The games I loved, the ones that surprised me, and the weird ones I probably like too much. It's a laid-back sendoff to an era that meant more than I expected. THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| See You, Space Hedgehog: How Sega Changed Gaming | 21 Jul 2025 | 00:36:35 | |
In this episode I dive into Sega's history - from postwar Japan to the Master System's global impact, through the highs of the Genesis and the chaos of the Sega CD and 32X. It's a story of ambition, innovation, and how Sega ultimately undermined its own success. THE SHOW NOTES Night Trap: 25 Years Later / My Life In Gaming The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| 108 - Sonic The Hedgehog Spinball (w/ Grand Rapidians Play Video Games) | 14 Jul 2025 | 01:26:48 | |
This week I team up with Ginger and Willie from Grand Rapidians Play Video Games for a chaotic Power Hour sendoff to the Sega Genesis. What starts as an earnest look at Sonic Spinball quickly spirals into stories about mail trucks, vaginal fortresses, buttholes with teeth. and pinball physics that absolutely do not work. And yet, there's actual insight into why this game turned out the way it did. WARP ZONES SHOW START! (3:25) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at Apple Podcasts! The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| From Zelda to Game Dev: Chris Anderson Talks Risk System & Building Newt Industries | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:48:20 | |
In the premiere episode of "Quest Givers," I sit down with game developer Chris Anderson of Newt Industries—creators of Risk System, Garbinge, and the upcoming Bangle & Maggie. We discuss how a chance playground meet-up sparked a development partnership, how Chris's early PC tinkering turned into indie game passion, and the major challenges of the gaming industry. THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at: -Risk System Giveaway- I'm giving away a free physical copy of Risk System! (PS4/Switch) How to enter:
Bonus Entry:
Deadline: Monday, July 14th The intro for 'Quest Givers' was specially supplied by the artist SeekYeWisdom To easily submit your questions for future guests or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| Episode 107 - ClayFighter (w/ Raging Demon of Kommand List) | 23 Jun 2025 | 01:33:34 | |
I am joined once again by Raging Demon from the mighty Kommand List podcast to take on the doughy mess that is ClayFighter. Together we dig into the game's baffling legacy, its claymation presentation, the questionable gameplay, and why it somehow got sequels despite nobody actually liking it. WARP ZONES Fighting Game Round-Up (3:43) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at Kommand List Long Live Mortal Kombat by David Craddock The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| Game of The Year (So Far) | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:05:50 | |
| The Games That Owned Me in 2025 (Game of the Year) | 22 Dec 2025 | 01:14:01 | |
2025 comes to a close with my Top 10 Game of the Year breakdown. I revisit my mid year rankings and reflect on how my tastes shifted over the course of the year. From surprise indie standouts and retro revisits to one all consuming obsession, it is a year that certainly defined me as a "Gamer". I also look ahead at what's waiting in the backlog next and what's in store for the podcast in 2026! THE SHOW NOTES Episode 112 - Final Fantasy VIII Super Metroid: Recipe For A Classic Slice The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| 106 - Road Rash (w/ Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover) | 09 Jun 2025 | 01:35:44 | |
This week Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover and I punch and kick our way through a conversation about Road Rash! How many revisions of this game were made before it was released? How does it stack up against Sega's own arcade racers? Is it worth checking out today? Retro Hangover is worth checking out today! Get everything Retro Hangover here! WARP ZONES
THE SHOW NOTES The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| 105 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist (w/ A Novel Console) | 26 May 2025 | 01:37:47 | |
This week Chris Dominguez and I freak the foot and kick some shell talkin' about The Hyperstone Heist for the Sega Genesis! Does this game deserve to live under the shadow of Turtles in Time? Why is Shredder so ripped? And why are people perfectly okay with a giant rat casually walking around New York City? Check out everything Chris does: Come hang in the public Discord! Let me know what you thought about today's episode! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps:
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| 104 - Virtua Racing Deluxe | 12 May 2025 | 00:44:01 | |
This week I'm talking about one of the iconic 3D racing games of the 90's, Virtua Racing Deluxe! I dive into the humble beginnings of AM2, Sega's rivalry with Namco, and the rest of the world. And of course if this 32X port is worth coming back to after all these years! Come hang in the public Discord! Let me know what you thought about today's episode! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps:
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| 103 - Dragon Quest V: Hand of The Heavenly Bride | 28 Apr 2025 | 01:06:57 | |
Player VS Podcast is nearly over but it's going out with my favorite game of 2022, and possibly my favorite RPG - Dragon Quest V! What makes this entry in the series so special? Could it have gone toe to toe with Final Fantasy IV, V OR VI?? And most importantly...is it worth playing all these years later? There's a lot to unpack so get comfy! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps:
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| The Main Quest Is 5 | 20 Apr 2025 | 05:38:56 | |
The Main Quest is officially 5 years old! Enjoy this bonus episode of some of the best moments spanning the past 5 years. Thanks for listening, see ya next episode! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps: (24:47) - Very First Quiz (Super Colorado Land)
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| 102 - Kingdom Hearts (w/ Eric Gess) | 14 Apr 2025 | 03:03:17 | |
Player VS Podcast continues with one of the best Playstation 2 games of all time - Kingdom Hearts! Is this game, this franchise, as messy as people claim it to be? Join Eric Gess (Unlockables/Guiding Keys) and I as we break down Tetsuya Nomura's debut JRPG classic and find out if this crossover of the new millennium is worth checking out today Find Unlockables/Guiding Keys here! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps: (02:24) - Previous Histories
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| 101 - Comix Zone | 07 Apr 2025 | 00:47:29 | |
Player VS Podcast has officially begun! This year we're appropriately kicking it off with the Sega cult classic, Comix Zone! Underappreciated or overrated? Let's find out what STI gets right with this one and if it still holds up today! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps: (03:15) Skips Monologue (14:04) Retro Recollections (17:13) Story/Gameplay (35:16) Presentation (40:33) Final Thoughts
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| 100 - Sonic CD (w/ Chris Coplien & Matt Storm) | 17 Mar 2025 | 02:52:14 | |
100 episodes! 100 games crossed off the Main Quest! And we're celebrating by covering a Sonic game! Hoo boy! I'm joined by the best of the best creators covering video games, Chris Coplien of Retro Hangover and Matt Storm of the Fun and Games and Reignite podcasts to talk about one of the most polarizing Sonic entries. What made the Sega CD so special? Why is Sonic CD so memorable? And is it still worth checking out today?? Check out everything Retro Hangover here! Check Matt out on: Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store!
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| 99 - Disney's Aladdin (w/ Ryan of List Off) | 10 Mar 2025 | 01:43:25 | |
I made a wish to play a great Sega Genesis game and I got Disney's Aladdin! Is it as good as everyone says or did I wish upon a monkey's paw?? To help me dissect this one I've got Ryan from the mighty List Off to help me talk about this landmark Genesis title and decide whether or not it holds up today! Check out List Off HERE! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps: (36:47) Retro Recollections/Gameplay (01:12:06) The Monkey's Paw (Quiz) (01:27:03) Presentation (01:33:19) Final Thoughts
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| 98 - Vectorman (w/ Afterglow Podcast) | 17 Feb 2025 | 01:53:28 | |
Do you have the balls to admit Vectorman was better than Donkey Kong Country?! Well one of us does...put your helmet on because my guest, Leathco and I are going to war! The console war! We discuss why Vectorman was made, how it was made and if it's still worth checking out today! Check out Leathco on these podcasts: Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps:
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| Game Of The Year Symposium II | 08 Dec 2025 | 02:32:52 | |
It's Game of the Year season once again, and the panel from last year's Symposium returns to finish what we started. Matt Storm, Eric Gess, Kade Call, and Phil Morgan join me for a 2.5 hour deep dive into how GOTY conversations have (or haven't) changed over the past year. We dig into the flood of new releases, the strange rules around what "counts," and the ongoing dominance of exclusives. It's a thoughtful, funny, and honest look at why we still care about celebrating the games we love. THE SHOW NOTES Catch Up With Last Year's Discussion Find & support my guests: The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks | |||
| 97 - WWF Wrestlemania: The Arcade Game (w/ Supes) | 10 Feb 2025 | 01:37:16 | |
This week on the show I get pummeled into submission by WWF Wrestlemania: The Arcade Game - fortunately my guest, Supes ran down the ramp and entered the ring to bash it over the head with a steel chair! Is this game really the Mortal Kombat of wrestling games? How well does this version of the game hold up?? Check out Supes recommendation The Game Marks Podcast for more gaming/wrestling cross pollination Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Timestamps:
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| 96 - Jurassic Park | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:51:28 | |
The final episode of the month has arrived - it's Jurassic Park! I take some time to reminisce about the book and film and of course the game in question. But does it hold up today? How impressive was it against its contemporaries? And what the hell does it have in common with Earthworm Jim?! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store! Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite provided by Adhesivewombat | |||
| 95 - Joe & Mac (w/ Super Garbage Day) | 13 Jan 2025 | 01:24:49 | |
It's a new year and that means starting over! At year 0! It's accidentally Jurassic January and we're talking about another caveman joint, Joe & Mac! Could these be the most based bros in gaming? Are they actually ninja's? This week I'm joined by B-Ross of Super Garbage Day to talk about all of this and cross examine this port between the arcade and Super Nintendo versions! Check out Super Garbage Day: Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store!
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| Game of The Year Symposium | 23 Dec 2024 | 02:01:45 | |
It's that time of year! All your favorite gaming outlets, content creators and friends are all screaming about the games they played and which one was their favorite. But what does it all mean? How does a game earn the coveted title of "Game of The Year"? The answer might seem obvious but there's a lot that goes into it and a lot of factors that may keep a game from getting the recognition it deserves. So instead of jumping into the overcrowded pool of typical GOTY content, I've gathered some of the best creators out there to sit down and try to navigate this awards season and to help you find some solace that your favorite games lost to DLC! Please pay our friends a visit! Matt Storm - Fun & Games/Reignite and much more! Phil talkin' games on Deleted Saves! Eric Gess - Everywhere you can find Unlockables!
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| 94 - Knuckles' Chaotix (w/ Secret Levels) | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:38:44 | |
The Main Quest is back! And you bet we're kicking things off with a Sonic game! Picking up where the show left off - I'm still in the middle of my Sega journey and tagging along with me today are Toby and Goobz of Secret Levels! Check out Secret Levels and friends at Bad Secret Media Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store!
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| Diablo (w/ SeekYeWisdom & Retro Hangover) | 28 Nov 2024 | 02:21:57 | |
Suit, grab some potions and dive on into this hellish episode on Diablo! This was a Patron selected episode and wouldn't you know it?! He joined the podcast to talk about it. This week SeekYeWisdom drops in once again along with newcomer Shane Koski of the Retro Hangover podcast! Did you enjoy the episode? Want to hear more from my guests? Please do so at the following links: SeekYeWisdom on Twitch Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store!
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| Diablo - Development and History (Part 1) | 21 Nov 2024 | 00:19:14 | |
The long awaited Diablo episode is nearly here but first you have to go to school! We can't talk about the game without giving some context on how an idea sprouted a multi-million dollar franchise that persists today. The history behind Diablo is fascinating and happened by chance. It's easier to chop this into one single episode - and then only bring in the important aspects on the full length episode next week. So enjoy this (sort of) brief history on Diablo! Support the show and get more content just like this on Patreon! No monthly payments? No problem! Get yourself something nice at the Merch Store!
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| 4th Annual Game of The Year 2023 Edition | 25 Dec 2023 | 02:49:05 | |
It's that time of year again! It's a massive celebration of video games from retro to modern, platforming to walking simulators and everything in between! There's ten categories and a HUGE selection of games to be talked about all culminating in my personal top 10 games of 2023. Please take the time to check out this years line-up of contributors: Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers -------------------------------------------------- Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic | |||
| Resident Evil Series - Festivus Evil | 23 Dec 2023 | 00:07:24 | |
When a global pandemic eradicates the globe and commercialism is truly dead, Festivus will truly be celebrated! Family, friendship, and unity! Cozy up with a Cerberus in your lap as I read you the spin off story Capcom won't tell.... Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic | |||
| 93 - Batman Returns | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:29:56 | |
You flee your vehicle after running a stop sign, stumbling down an alley as you feel Vengeance stalking you from the shadows. Suddenly, the Defender of Gotham appears but fortunately he falls from the building like a sack of rice, he's out of batarangs and cannot hurt you. Today on the show, it's the worst port of Batman Returns! Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite provided by Adhesivewombat | |||
| Super Smash T.V.: When Life Gives You D-Pads... | 24 Nov 2025 | 01:57:53 | |
BIG MONEY! BIG PRIZES! I LOVE IT! In this episode of The Main Quest, I team up once again with SeekYeWisdom to dive into Super Smash TV, Williams' hyper violent, game show inspired twin-stick shooter that set the tone for arcade excess in the early '90s. We unpack how Smash TV connects to the DNA of Mortal Kombat and Robotron 2084, and how its mix of satire, capitalism, and gore made it a cult classic. We compare it to the arcade original, and debate how well the console version translates without true twin sticks. WARP ZONES We're Playing Remnant 2/Space Marine 2 and Titan Souls (5:12) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over on Twitch Smash T.V. cover performed by Medley Man The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| 92 - Mortal Kombat II (W/ Kommand List & Pixel Project Radio) | 04 Dec 2023 | 02:08:55 | |
GET OVER HERE! Again! Because this week we're leaving Earthrealm to talk about Mortal Kombat II! I'm joined by Raging Demon (Kommand List) and Rick Firestone (Pixel Project Radio) as we test our might against one of the most popular games in the series. Support my guests! Check out Pixel Project Radio here! You can find Kommand List here! Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite provided by Adhesivewombat | |||
| 91 - Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:37:39 | |
Don't be confused, this episode does not star Mickey Mouse but I will be talking about the first game in the Illusion series!What was platforming like on the Genesis in a world without Sonic? Turns out - a little better than you would think. And with all the money put in the right spot, could Mickey have been poised as the mascot for the 16-bit console?? And most of all, how well does Castle of Illusion hold up? Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite provided by Adhesivewombat | |||
| 90 - Sonic & Knuckles (w/ Retro Wars Podcast) | 06 Nov 2023 | 01:14:38 | |
This was coming eventually - it's yet another Sonic game but this time he brought a friend...well another friend. And I have a friend joining me and it's Danny from the Retro Wars podcast to come unlock the lock on technology that is Sonic & Knuckles! Check out Danny at Retro Wars Podcast! Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic | |||
| 89 - Amnesia: The Dark Descent (w/ Redfox) | 30 Oct 2023 | 01:53:36 | |
On this very special and final entry of this years Ghoulcade, I'm joined by the one and only Redfox (Knight of The Living Podcast/Drunken Gamers/Super Slash Bros) to talk about the "scariest games of all time". Does Amnesia live up to its reputation? Are the mechanics really that deep or is it all in your head? Did we need to do a power hour to talk about this game? I'll answer that: Yes. Check out everything Redfox does: Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic | |||
| Resident Evil Series - Resident Evil 4 (2023) | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:44:23 | |
Back by popular demand, or by accountable inevitability - The Resident Evil series returns as I dive back into the story and lore once again of Resident Evil 4! 2023 washes away the old and brings in brand new canon as the remake replaces the original (and my original episode) according to our lord and saviors Capcom. So this time I'm not completely remaking what I already made, but am talking about the differences and what this means for the rest of the lore of the franchise. So wait, follow me, as I walk you through Resident Evil 4 one last time... Get an early jump on episodes like this months in advance and help support the show at Patreon.com You can also support the show through Teepublic | |||
| 88 - Clock Tower (w/ Vanfernal) | 16 Oct 2023 | 01:35:22 | |
The Ghoulcade rolls on with a curious title straight from Japan, Clock Tower! My guest Vanfernal and I discuss the lasting legacy behind this game, compare its sequels and why a man with scissors is so terrifying Catch Vanfernal's Retro Stream over on Youtube! You can also keep up with him on Instagram Support the Main Quest on Patreon Get yourself something nice on Teepublic | |||
| Earthbound Halloween Hack (w/ Super Garbage Day Podcast) | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:11:54 | |
This is a short preview of a longer episode on Toby Fox's controversial Earthbound Halloween Hack! To get the full length episode go to Patreon.com and consider subscribing to the show to get more episodes like this! Go check out and support our boys at Super Garbage Day Youtube - Website - Instagram | |||
| 87 - Nightmare Creatures (w/ Deleted Saves) | 09 Oct 2023 | 02:03:28 | |
The Ghoulcade is officially back! And I can't think of a better way to kick off this spooky tradition than to talk with Phil of Deleted Saves about the early ACTION horror title Nightmare Creatures! We talk about the early days of the genre and why the Playstation was drowning in titles like this. Support the Main Quest on Patreon Bypass those monthly fees and get yourself some merch from Teepublic | |||
| 86 X-Men 2: The Clone Wars (w/ Low 5 Gaming) | 18 Sep 2023 | 01:32:17 | |
The show finally, and rightfully returns to the Sega Genesis with the sequel X-Men 2: The Clone Wars! Joining me are brothers Alex and Luke of Low 5 Gaming as we discuss our love for the franchise and comics and what our thoughts are on the changes made to this beloved Sega game. Show Alex and Luke some love over at Low 5 Gaming Consider donating to the Patreon Official Links (Instagram/Twitter/Merch etc) Symphony of a Forgotten Sprite provided by Adhesivewombat | |||
| Star Fox Franchise (w/ Chris of A Novel Console) | 11 Sep 2023 | 01:25:57 | |
This week I'm releasing a special Patreon episode here on the main feed! It's a great conversation I had with Chris of A Novel Console about the entire Star Fox franchise from its inception to last gasps of air. Where should the franchise go from here? What could be remade and what are our favorite games of the bunch?? Give some love to A Novel Console Consider donating to the Patreon Official Links (Instagram/Twitter/Merch etc) | |||
| Super Mario World: The Obligatory Episode | 10 Nov 2025 | 02:18:21 | |
What's left to say about Super Mario World? I'm finally doing the damn thing with returning guest Eric Gess (The Unlockables, 9 To 5 Bears). Instead of regurgitating the same analysis, we break the game down by "worlds", exploring its timeless design, hidden secrets, and why it still feels perfect decades later. We're heavy on the nostalgia, dumb jokes, and a few spicy takes on why Mario 3 might not actually be the king. WARP ZONES Guest Intro (2:43) THE SHOW NOTES Find & support my guest over at Unlockables | 9 To 5 Bears Sonic Raving VS Mario Kart World The Main Quest is brought to you by the supporters on Patreon The intro and outro was supplied by the artist Adhesive Wombat from the 2016 album Sticky Tracks To easily submit your own Retro Recollections or hang out with other like-minded gamers, come join the Discord | |||
| Ghosts 'n Goblins (Podcast of The Year Edition) | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:48:26 | |
Every once in awhile a phenomenon arises from out of nowhere and for the podcast it's Capcom's Ghosts 'n Goblins! In the podcasting world there's no rhyme or reason an episode hits, but this one did! So bare down and nash your teeth as we explore one of the most difficult games on the NES! Support the Main Quest by joining the Patreon for only $1! Get early access to ad free episodes and much more! Further support the show by visiting the merch store! Treat yourself to something nice, we know you deserve it! | |||
| The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (Podcast of The Year Edition) | 31 Jul 2023 | 01:59:18 | |
This week on the podcast we're revisiting my 3rd and most popular Zelda episode on Link's Awakening! https://www.playalongpod.com/Check out Play Along Podcast https://www.playalongpod.com/ Support the Main Quest by joining the Patreon for only $1! Get early access to ad free episodes and much more! Further support the show by visiting the merch store! Treat yourself to something nice, we know you deserve it! | |||
| Donkey Kong Classics (Podcast of The Year Edition) | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:52:15 | |
It's only appropriate we're getting to revisit such a "classic" episode of the podcast during this special run. It's the episode on Donkey Kong Classics! | |||
| Hades (Podcast of The Year Edition) | 19 Jun 2023 | 02:20:48 | |
This week we're revisiting an episode I did on a modern indie darling, Hades! This was the first time I was joined by long time friend of the show Eric Gess of Unlockables Podcast (formerly Sidequest Podcast) as we talked about how Xbox Live Arcade shaped modern indie gaming, how Hades sprouted from the frustration of working within EA and how much this game took over our lives. Check out The Unlockables HERE! Support the Main Quest by joining the Patreon for only $1! Get early access to ad free episodes and much more! Further support the show by visiting the merch store! Treat yourself to something nice, we know you deserve it! | |||