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Episode 63: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2011 2:16:49

6d ago2:16:49

2:16:49

Boy, these SvR games sure are overstaying their welcome. 2011 adds some new features but really, is it that different? We also chat about UPW DLC, VPW 64 hidden animations, WWE 2K24 WCW DLC and some interesting martial arts based games I played this week.

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Special Report #10: New York Comic Con 2:43:26

20d ago2:43:26

2:43:26

We're holding off on SvR 2011 to talk all the big figure and comic book news coming out of New York Comic Con. Also, UPW DLC and the Manhattan Center Patreon video. And I've got a brand new story for all you foot fans!

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Episode 62: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2010 2:35:55

1M ago2:35:55

2:35:55

SvR 2010 adds some interesting new features, but unfortunately the gameplay doesn't change much at all. We also talk wrestling action figure licensing, AEW WrestleDream, PURPLE MORTIS and a lot more. There was some breaking UPW news that we were unable to cover during the show.

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Episode 61: Fighting Network RINGS 3:42:56

1M ago3:42:56

3:42:56

We cover a LOT of things this week. Including RINGS, a game that really, really doesn't want you to win. Also Fiend DLC, AEW Games, figures, WWE Bad Blood and tons more.

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Episode 60: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2009 2:34:35

2M ago2:34:35

2:34:35

The booooys are back in-wrong podcast. We're getting tired of these WWE games that release every year and barely add anything new. But at least we've got the NU SCHOOL! We also talk about the Netflix shows the Queen of Villains and Mr. McMahon. One is very fun, the other really doesn't bring anything new to the table. Watch the Omni show on the WWE…

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Episode 59: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2008 2:32:20

2M ago2:32:20

2:32:20

SmackDown vs RAW 2008 is a video game. Wrestling Twitter sucks. But hey, there's some fun stuff to talk about including SCOOPS on the status of a Fight Forever sequel and details on an unmade AKI game.

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Episode 58: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2007 2:35:17

2M ago2:35:17

2:35:17

This episode is about WWE Smackdown! Vs RAW 2007, Rick Rude hallucinations, and comfortable underwear.

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Episode 57: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2006 3:11:58

3M ago3:11:58

3:11:58

A doozy of an episode. We review SVR '06, a game which doesn't offer much fun unless you really hate Teddy Long. We also talk the UPW Manhattan Center inspired arena, reminisce on WCW and what could have been, the hellhole that is X and memories of the Master and Ruler of the World. Rest in Peace, Sid…

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Episode 56: WWE SmackDown! Vs RAW 2:01:54

3M ago2:01:54

2:01:54

The easiest way to describe SmackDown! Vs RAW is Here Comes The Pain without the soul. But we go into further detail, as well as talk Bastante Bueno Lucha Libre, The Wrestling Code technical demo, the state of UPW and a lot more.

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Episode 55: WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain 2:40:10

3M ago2:40:10

2:40:10

For years, WWE SmackDown!: Here Comes the Pain has been considered one of the best wrestling games of all time. Headlined by the top stars of the Attitude Era, new faces such as Goldberg and Brock Lesnar as well as the SmackDown Six. Does it still hold up in 2024? Let's find out!

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Episode 54: WWE SmackDown! Shut Your Mouth 1:29:52

3M ago1:29:52

1:29:52

I've always thought Shut Your Mouth was an underrated game because of what came after it. On it's own, it's still a really fun game with a tremendous graphical update. Except for the CAWs...

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Episode 53: WWF Smackdown! Just Bring It 2:27:24

3M ago2:27:24

2:27:24

Finally! The episode is...here. On Smackdown! Just bring it. Woah! The review. Alex Wright!..is a really great person.

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Special Report #9: San Diego Comic Con 2:12:38

4M ago2:12:38

2:12:38

Not much wrestling game news this week but there's a helluva lot of figure talk coming out of Comic Con. We talk all the wrestling brands as well as Marvel and DC.

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Episode 52: Simple Series 1500 The Pro-Wrestling 1 &2 49:23

4M ago49:23

49:23

Happy 75th birthday, Mongo! Somehow, we were able to record an episode that is under an hour! We take a look at the Simple Series games. Japanese releases by YUKES using the Smackdown engine. We also talk Steve Masson's Neckbreaker game, Fight Forever and pre-Comic Con figure reveals.

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Special Report #8: News of the Week 2:04:11

4M ago2:04:11

2:04:11

We've decided to hold off until next week for the Simple Series so this week we're talking a little bit of gaming and a whole lot of wrestling figure Comic Con speculation. As well as Marvel, DC and terrible fanbases.

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Episode 51: WWF SmackDown! & SmackDown! 2 2:26:43

4M ago2:26:43

2:26:43

We're back, babbby! As promised a few weeks ago, we're looking at the first two Smackdown games for the PSX. We also talk about Virtual Basement lol, UPW looking for a publisher and the craziest news of the week, WWF No Mercy prototypes! New figures! DC Comics! Oh my!

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Special Report #7: Fire Pro Wrestling 35th Anniversary 1:32:57

5M ago1:32:57

1:32:57

Well, our recording software failed on us so a lot of this episode is missing but you do get to hear us talk about the Fire Pro Wrestling 35th Anniversary. Which was..a t-shirt giveaway. We also go over 2K24 DLC featuring the Honky Chunk Man, figures, the Wyatts and the state of wrestling as a whole. Luckily, I was able to call in a special favour …

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50th Episode Spectacular with Freem! 2:44:56

5M ago2:44:56

2:44:56

This week, we welcome back Freem to discuss WWF No Mercy. Is it really the best AKI game? We also go over the news. The newest VPW2 Freem Edition update, new Fire Pro? Rated Arrrgh DLC, UPW animations and a whole lot more. Here's to another 50 and 80 uncounted Special Reports.

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Episode 49 - Fire Pro Gaiden: Blazing Tornado 2:36:52

5M ago2:36:52

2:36:52

Blazing Tornado was HUMAN's attempt at an arcade wrestling game. With a much smaller roster than usual, but great presentation. The game would see improvements in its Saturn port which we also go over. We also take a deep dive into the current gaming industry on the week of Summer Game Fest.

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Episode 48 - Fire Pro Wrestling: Iron Slam '96 1:20:44

6M ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Fire Pro Wrestling: Iron Slam '96 was considered by many to be the black sheep of the series. At least, until 2012. The second ever 3D wrestling game released, the game features impressive animations and music but is unfortunately plagued by poor, broken AI and a miniscule roster. Here is our review.…

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Episode 47: Fire Prowrestling S: 6Men Scramble 2:56:00

6M ago2:56:00

2:56:00

After X Premium, 6Men Scramble was the next Fire Pro title that really impacted a lot of people. Not just fans, but wrestlers as well. It still holds up as a fantastic game. We also talk gaming news as always, figures, X-Men '97, and the "Big Rubber Guy" Rene Dupree.

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Episode 46: Super Fire Pro Wrestling X/X Premium 2:07:22

6M ago2:07:22

2:07:22

X Premium is a landmark wrestling game. If you were new to the series, it was the first game everyone talked about and ignited the fanbase outside of Japan. We also talk the AEW DLC, WWE DLC, status of UPW, X-MEN and more.

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Episode 45: Super Fire Pro Wrestling Special 1:48:17

6M ago1:48:17

1:48:17

We're back with Super Fire Pro Wrestling Special! A really enjoyable Super Famicom title with an infamous story mode. Also, NERVE TESTING, X-Men '97, not buying figures but also ordering figures. More content than you can shake a stick at.

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Episode 44: Fire Pro Wrestling Joshi Games 2:50:10

7M ago2:50:10

2:50:10

Today we look at the licensed Fire Pro Joshi games released for the Super Famicom and PC Engine CD. Spoilers, Queen's Special rules. We also talk the recent UPW Kickstarter update, WhatsTheStatus, The Great Shake, Rattle & Roll controversary of 2K24 and as always, X-Men. Bub.

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Episode 43: Super Fire Pro Wrestling 1-3 2:25:52

7M ago2:25:52

2:25:52

This week we take a look at Super Fire Pro Wrestling, Super Fire Pro Wrestling 2 and Super Fire Pro Wrestling 3:Final Bout/Easy Type for the Super Famicom. We also talk the Fight Forever Samoa Joe DLC and news of the week. Oh, and X-Men, of course!

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Mainframe Games 23:21

7M ago23:21

23:21

Today, we take a look at several mainframe games including Hunt the Wumpus, Empire, and Colossal Cave Adventure.Di gammagalaxian

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Special Report #6: WWE 2K24 2:47:58

7M ago2:47:58

2:47:58

Mongo bit the bullet and bought WWE 2K24 so we're here with a special report! We also talk about The Wrestling Code King Kong Bundy TECH DEMO (Oh boy) and some clarification on the Ultra Pro Wrestling discussion we had last week.We also go over Mike Straw's report on AEW Fight Forever. It's a bit of anger feuled episode this week so it's a fun one.…

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Episode 42: Fire Pro Games (PC Engine) 2:40:03

7M ago2:40:03

2:40:03

It's a WHOPPER of an episode this week as we take a look at the Fire Pro trilogy that started it all. It's also WrestleMania week with tons of news on action figures, wrestling in general and some video game news, including UPW DLC announcements.

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Episode 41: RetroMania Wrestling 2:10:24

8M ago2:10:24

2:10:24

RetroMania Wrestling has finally finished it's story. Was it worth the wait? I also talk about my experience with WWE 2K24, action figures and we're also super pumped for X-Men '97 so we take a detour into the world of comics.

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Episode 40: Sting 2:09:09

9M ago2:09:09

2:09:09

Tonight is AEW Revolution and Sting's last match so we decided to take a look at the Icon's history in wrestling video games. Also gaming news and figure talk as usual. Thank you, Sting.

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Special Report #5: News 2:14:07

9M ago2:14:07

2:14:07

We're back to talk neeeews, which includes the WWE 2K24 reveal over Royal Rumble week, Powertown wrestling figures and so much more!

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Episode 39: Funaki Masakatsu Hybrid Wrestler 2:58:04

10M ago2:58:04

2:58:04

This is a wild game. Taking a shoot style wrestler and having matches that take place on rings in the sky and balconies where a wrestler falls to their death. Unfortunately, we have to talk about the lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis. We actually cut it down, for the best coverage, we recommend listening to the podcast with Jo…

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Episode 38: Cutie Suzuki no Ringside Angel 2:10:54

10M ago2:10:54

2:10:54

Cutie Suzuki no Ringside Angel is a wrestling game developed for the Mega Drive with a publisher you may have heard of. And apparently Arnold Schwarzenegger as a ring announcer?

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Star Trek (1971) 21:29

10M ago21:29

21:29

Today, we look at Star Trek (1971) and Super Star Trek and the complicated history of the first Star Trek video games to be created.Di gammagalaxian

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Special Report #4: News Part II - Electric Boogaloo 2:40:19

10M ago2:40:19

2:40:19

We're back to talk all the news in wrestling games, as well as figures and the wrestling world in general. Such as, the atrocious AEW Fight Forever pricing and is Tokoyuki Matsumoto teasing a new Fire Pro?

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The Sumerian Game 17:02

10M ago17:02

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Today, we look at The Sumerian Game and although it is often forgotten in video game history, it still holds a lot of significance that needs to be explored.Di gammagalaxian

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The Oregon Trail 31:45

11M ago31:45

31:45

Today we take a look at one of the first commercially successful games, The Oregon Trail, and the story behind it.Di gammagalaxian

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The Beginnings of Video Games 32:13

11M ago32:13

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In this first episode of Memory Card: The History of Video Games, we'll look at the very beginning aka the "Stone Age" of video games. What do you think is the first video game? I can't list out all my sources with a limited description but I want to thank all of my sources, I could not make this without any of them!…

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Episode 37: TNA iMPACT! (For Matt) 2:26:57

11M ago2:26:57

2:26:57

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Matt. A close friend of Mongo's that we lost recently. Matt was a huge fan of TNA, so this episode, we take a look at the TNA iMPACT! video game. Please listen to the last eight minutes of this episode. It's important for everyone to know that there's always someone there for you. Rest in Peace, Matt.…

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Special Report #3: News 1:50:35

11M ago1:50:35

1:50:35

Instead of looking at a specific game(s), we're looking at a whole host of topics including upcoming wrestling games, upcoming action figures, Jada's Street Fighter line, CM Punk's return promo, as well as the state of AEW & ROH. Join us, won't you?

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Episode 36: WWF SuperWrestleMania, Royal Rumble, Rage In The Cage, RAW 2:54:28

12M ago2:54:28

2:54:28

A whopper of an episode as we had a few weeks off. We finish off the early WWF games with the Super WrestleMania engine series. As far as news goes, we discuss: Ultra Pro Wrestling signing the Motor City Machine Guns and select screen Bastante Bueno Lucha Libre gameplay AEW Fight Forever Season 2 Third Party Impressions of The Iron Claw AEW All In …

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Episode 35: WWF Games (Sculptured Software/Teeny Weeny Games/Gray Matter Inc./Eastridge Technology) 2:23:23

1y ago2:23:23

2:23:23

I never want to play these games again.

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Episode 34: WWF Games (Rare) 1:54:40

1y ago1:54:40

1:54:40

It's our WWF games redux! Starting with the 8 Bit games made by Rare, the studio that would go on to make Donkey Kong Country, GoldenEye and other classic games. We also haven't stopped being mad at AEW Fight Forever and deep dig into figures as always.

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Episode 33 - Ultimate Muscle: Legends vs. New Generation (GC) 2:22:06

1y ago2:22:06

2:22:06

Big bad boys from outer space - Ultimate Muscle! - here to body slam the human race - Ultimate Muscle! Wrestlers race to our defense with strength, and speed, and... flatulence? - (pfffft!) - Ultimate Muscle! Ultimate Muscle! Heroes join the operations from different planets and different nations, there's an intergalactic federation - to monitor th…

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Episode 32: UFC Games (PS1/DC/GBA) 1:50:31

1y ago1:50:31

1:50:31

Among the topics on this week's episode are the UFC games for the Dreamcast, Game Boy Colour and PlayStation (Spoilers: the PS1 version is ass). Mongo talks the UFC 5 beta and his love of VH1 reality shows. I review the Epic Toys Retro Haku and the Mattel Retro Four Pack.

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2021-2023 45:40

1y ago45:40

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2021-2023: An era marked by significant upheavals and unexpected twists in the gaming world. The industry, in 2021, contended with the aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, facing challenges from software delays to a global semiconductor shortage, leading to game postponements and cancellations. Amid this turmoil, the retro gaming sector flourished…

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2019-2020 41:44

1y ago41:44

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2019-2020: A period of rapid evolution and unexpected challenges. In 2019, with Google's ambitious launch of Stadia and the next-gen console announcements from Sony and Microsoft, the gaming landscape seemed primed for monumental shifts. Yet, the loot box controversy continued to cast a shadow, prompting legal scrutiny worldwide. Ray tracing, Auto …

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2017-2018 51:55

1y ago51:55

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The years 2017-2018 presented a roller coaster of highs and lows for the gaming world. In 2017, Nintendo's Switch revitalized the company's image, while the loot box debacle, with Battlefront 2 at its heart, ignited fierce debates on game monetization. This controversial gaming mechanic not only drew ire from players but also caught the attention o…

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2015-2016 53:39

1y ago53:39

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The years 2015-2016 marked a transformative period for the gaming industry, with pivotal advancements and cultural shifts. In 2015, PC gaming's resurgence and the rise of mobile gaming shifted industry norms, with titles like Pokémon Go showcasing the potential of augmented reality. Digital sales surged, and China's Tencent emerged as a dominant fo…

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2013-2014 1:00:43

1y ago1:00:43

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In 2013-2014, the gaming industry experienced seismic shifts, both in terms of market dynamics and cultural significance. Mobile gaming exploded, with titles like Candy Crush Saga raking in astounding revenue, forcing the industry to reimagine game design and monetization. The Chinese gaming market, led by giants like Tencent, surged, challenging e…

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