Rpg Fan's Retro Encounter

Retro Encounter goes on an epic adventure to save our daughter and destroy the shades in the process. We discuss the combat, the crazy story, talking books and of course, Kaine's outfit. Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Alana Hagues

Retro Encounter discusses how Tetris revolutionized video games, won the Cold War and still had time to be the best RPG of all-time with its memorable characters and riveting plot. This is not a episode that you will want to miss!! Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, John Tucker

Retro Encounter finds a refreshing experience in Juniper's Knot. We put away our swords and grinding attitudes to experience this emotional story of two individuals who find companionship in one another. We discuss how the story excels, our thoughts on the characters and of course that ending. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Marcos Gaspar

Retro Encounter sifts through timelines and memories as we try to give a man his dying wish in To the Moon. We discuss the effectiveness of the narrative, if Johnny was a good person and how sad the tragic tale of Johnny and River is. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg

Retro Encounter returns home only to find it empty. Listen as we discuss our experiences uncovering the mysteries in Gone Home. We have a spirited debate on the quality of the story, characters and method of storytelling. Ultimately, we examine the emotional resonance the game had on each of us. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Robert Fenner

Retro Encounter finishes our quest to be Pokemon masters as we defeat the Elite Four and live to share our experiences. In this episode we talk about if babies are like Pokemon, what makes a good party and what our perfect Pokemon game would be. We wrap up the podcast by listening to Josh rant about amiibos. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Chris Gebauer

Retro Encounter plays every generation of Pokemon to get a thorough perspective of pocket monsters. We talk about our history with the series, how we pick a starter Pokemon and whether a good offense is the best defense. Better yet, we answer what a Nuzlocke challenge is. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, Chris Gebauer

Retro Encounter answers all the hard questions as we record our final podcast of 2015. What is our favorite game covered by Retro Encounter? What do we want to be covered on the podcast in the future? What games do we think Retro Encounter will never play? Finally, what were some of our favorite games we played in 2015? Featuring: Josh Curry, Caitlin Argyros, Peter Triezenberg, Mike Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos Gaspar

Estelle is at it again. Retro Encounter is here to follow her on her travels as we discuss Estelle's character development, what is new and improved from the First Chapter and if Trails in the Sky Second Chapter supplies an ending with a proper resolution. We wrap up the show by talking about the newly released Trails of Cold Steel and what we expect from the game. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Derek Heemsbergen, Robert Fenner Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Parasite Eve closes with an interesting ending that demands we talk about what it means. There is a discussion on the end bosses and which we had the most difficulty with. We debate the value of playing games without guides before we end with questions about why there has never been a good Parasite Eve sequel and if cinematic RPGs are still viable in today's market. Featuring: Josh Curry, Caitlin Argyros, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Mike Salbato Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Parasite Eve sure starts with a blast. Aya watches the people around her burn as she investigates why that opera lady has crazy eyes. Retro Encounter discusses how refreshing it is to play a strong, independent woman before talks focus on the battle system and the benefits of a cinematic RPG. We wrap up the podcast debating the pros and cons of linearity in games, which inevitably leads to talks about Final Fantasy XIII. Also, it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without being distracted by a Zelda game; this time it's Skyward Sword. Featuring: Josh Curry, Caitlin Argyros, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Mike Salbato Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

We wrap up our playthrough of Deus Ex: Human Revolution with a thorough discussion on what the different endings mean, which of the four we picked and what ending will be canon going into Mankind Divided. Also, we talk about the importance of the Missing Link DLC and whether it is just filler or imperative to the Human Revolution storyline. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Caitlin Argyros, Brett Wooley Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

After being initially distracted by Nintendo and Fire Emblem Fates, Retro Encounter turns their sights on Hengsha as we tackle the middle portion of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Secrets are revealed as we discover certain individuals are not dead, while we struggle to ensure others survive. Finally, it wouldn't be a Deus Ex podcast without talking about how we beat a boss fight. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Caitlin Argyros, Brett Wooley Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

In this Retro Encounter Bonus Round, Mike and Josh talk about the big announcements from BlizzCon 2015. They cover the news from Starcraft II, the Warcraft movie, Heroes of the Storm, Hearthstone, Overwatch, World of Warcraft and Diablo III. We are surprised Overwatch isn't free-to-play, question what it would take World of Warcraft to become a behemoth again, and wonder how Blizzard could monetize Diablo III. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Retro Encounter plays through the Detroit section of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. We talk about the differences between the original game and the Director's Cut while also learning that most of the group prefers to play the game stealthily. Thus far, the only blemish on our experience with Deus Ex is the boss fight; listen as we describe how we handled different encounters and our vastly different experiences with the Detroit final boss. We wrap up the podcast with a discussion on what augments we would want to have added to our bodies. Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Caitlin Argyros, Brett Wooley Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Retro Encounter tackles the classic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and raises the question of is it best to be the first or is it best to be the best. The Retro Crew discusses our personal history with the series and how that affects our personal thoughts of the playthrough. The beauty of having an inverted castle, playing the game of Richter and the Kojima-esque intro of SOTN is all touched on. We wrap up the discussion with a talk about our favorite horror games of all time and what elements make horror effective. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos Gaspar, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Terranigma ends in total craziness but somehow provides a satisfying resolution, or does it? We try to decipher what happened and determine Ark's role in the events of beating Dark Gaia. With the vagueness of the ending, the Retro Crew talks what makes a good ending. Finally, it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without the talk getting seriously sidetracked; somehow the talk turns into a debate on game preservation and the role of emulators. Finally, we wish to extend our thanks to Martin Denk for giving us the permission to use music from his Terranigma unofficial soundtrack! See its VGMdb listing here: https://vgmdb.net/album/21800 Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter Triezenberg Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

We are in the thick of Terranigma and with it comes the responsibility of resurrecting the plants, animals and humans. Although we have complaints about the confusing level design, the game's endearing weirdness and creative boss designs keep the Retro Crew excited to see the ending. We wrap up the discusiion by teaching Josh the power of magic rocks and arguing the virtues of protecting lost lions. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter Triezenberg Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Seems like Terranigma wasn't quite what some of us expected, but in a good way! A few embarrassing stories are shared before comparisons to other games lead to a conversation on what our favorite Zelda game is. We wrap up the podcast by trying to unpack what is actually going on in Terranigma; as Davi perfectly explains: it's an enigma!! Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter Triezenberg Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com

Another month down, another game completed. The Last Story generates different reactions but in the end, somehow, we find common ground when we review the game. That's right, you read that correctly, the Retro Crew reviews a game. Join us as we talk character motives, our favorite epilogues, the final boss battle and the legacy of Mistwalker. And of course it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without us talking music. Featuring: Josh Curry, Michael Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos Gaspar Questions? Comments? You guy are sick? Email us: retro@rpgfan.com