RPGFan's Retro Encounter
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Jun 21, 2019 • 1h 5min
193 - Mythology and Folklore in RPGs
Mythology, including everything from fairy tales to foundational beliefs of ancient peoples, has influenced storytelling, literature, and human civilization for thousands of years. RPGs are heavily influenced by myths, and on today's Retro Encounter three folklore enthusiasts talk about mythology in RPGs in depth, from the best depictions of Cerberus to DOS freeware Thor puzzle-action games.Featuring: Hilary Andreff, Lucy Gray, Michael SollosiGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
Jun 18, 2019 • 1h 22min
192 - Honor thy Mother and thy Father
RPGFan recently celebrated Mother's Day and Father's Day with separate features dedicate to the moms and dads of RPGs, and Retro Encounter is here to piggyback on those pieces like they're a dad at a swimming pool. Three panelists discuss the best moms and dads of RPGs, from hands-off mothers supporting their journeying child from afar to doting adoptive grandpas.Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Audra Bowling, Alana HaguesGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
Jun 7, 2019 • 1h 10min
191 - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Revisited
Retro Encounter did an episode about Castlevania: Symphony of the Night in late 2015, but back then Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night wasn't on the horizon and Timespinner didn't exist in a playable state. With the benefit of hindsight, two longtime Castlevania fans revisit the PS1 nonlinear side-scrolling action RPG by examining Castlevania's past, considering Symphony of the Night's influence, and prognosticating Koji Igarashi's future.Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Alana HaguesGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
May 31, 2019 • 1h 39min
190 - Ask Me Another: An RPGFan Quiz Show!
In our third and final episode of Retro Encounter's Podcast Tribute series, our hosts emulate Ophira Eisenberg and Jonathan Coulton for an RPGFan episode of Ask Me Another. Four contestants tackle sixty RPG trivia questions for the chance to win nothing but a good time. Because Retro Encounter is too cheap for prizes.Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Stephanie Sybydlo, Patrick Gann, Leona McCallum, Kyle Seeley, Zach WilkersonGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
May 24, 2019 • 59min
189 - Chrono Cross Part II
The dream is not over yet. Retro Encounter's journey through Chrono Cross continues, with a discussion of the latter half of the game. From the Dead Sea to Chronopolis, the depths of the ocean to the heights of Terra Tower, to beyond the darkness of time itself... there's a lot to unpack here. We talk about dragon hunts, atmospheric dungeons, links to Chrono Trigger, and rushed conclusions.Featuring: Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Kyle Seeley, Tyler TrosperGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
May 17, 2019 • 1h
188 - How Did This Get Made: Pokemon: Detective Pikachu
Maybe art is subjective? Retro Encounter emulates How Did This Get Made for an episode all about Pokemon: Detective Pikachu. The panelists break down the movie's plot, themes, and style in our most cinematic episode since the Final Fantasy Film Festival. And we may learn some Second Opinions.Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Rob Steinman, Peter TriezenbergGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
May 10, 2019 • 50min
187 - Chrono Cross Part I
On this episode of Retro Encounter, we take a look back at one of the most divisive sequels in gaming history. When you're following up on what many consider to be the greatest RPG ever made, it would be easy to stick to the tried-and-true, but Chrono Cross does anything but. The Yang to Chrono Trigger's Yin, we discuss our initial reactions to this PS1 classic, its colorful cast of characters, its luscious audiovisual presentation, and more. The quest for the Frozen Flame begins here, so join us on this journey.Featuring: Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Tyler Trosper, Kyle SeeleyGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
May 3, 2019 • 56min
186 - RPG Villains: Kefka Palazzo
Retro Encounter's producer takes inspiration from another of his favorite podcasts in today's episode all about the sorceror clown of Final Fantasy VI, Kefka. Three panelists examine Kefka's deeds, motivations, and impact with questions like "is there any good in Kefka?" and "why does Cid dress so poorly?" What makes this legendary RPG evildoer tick?Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Stephanie Sybydlo, Zach WilkersonGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
Apr 26, 2019 • 1h 17min
185 - Missing Classics
Classic Editions! Nintendo and Sony recently created three bespoke boxes full of classic video games, but none of them have enough RPGs. Today's Retro Encounter episode is wishful thinking about the three high-profile mini consoles and theorycrafting some that may not exist yet. Sadly, this episode recorded before the recent announcement of the Sega Genesis Mini.Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Lucy Gray, Peter Triezenberg, Zach WilkersonGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
Apr 19, 2019 • 58min
184 - Ys: The Oath in Felghana Part II
Adol Christin and three panelists conclude their visit to the hometown of Dogi the Wall Crusher in a new Retro Encounter episode on Ys: The Oath in Felghana. Is this the greatest Ys game? Is The Oath in Felghana too short? Is Chester a mean jerk? All of these questions answered, and more. (Maybe, No, and Yes).Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Hilary Andreff, Tina OlahGet in Touch:Email us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomRelated Links:RPGFan.com
