Retronauts

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Nov 2026

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The original classic gaming podcast continues its endless quest to explore the history of video games, one game at a time. Join hosts Jeremy Parish and Bob Mackey each week as they team up with a host of expert guests to chronicle the creations that have paved the way for today's hits. From forgotten black-and-white arcade machines to modern-day remakes, Retronauts spans more than four decades of vintage gaming greatness!

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November 9, 2026Episode 8061 hr 34 min

806: Mario 101 - Part 2

A few months ago, guest Drew Mackie stunned us with his collection of Mario-related facts, intended to shatter what we THINK we know about Nintendo's famous plumber (and friends). Our feeble brains have had a while to recover, so it's once again time to discuss his Mario 101 series from Thrilling Tales of Old Video Games . On this episode, join Bob Mackey, Diamond Feit, and Drew as the crew assembles to once again destroy Nintendo misinformation. Retronauts is a completely fan-funded operation. To support the show, and get two full-length exclusive episodes every month, as well as access to 100+ previous bonus episodes, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts .

November 2, 2026Episode 8041 hr 46 min

804: The History of Video Game Draculas

Dracula's about to celebrate his 130th birthday, and while he's certain had an impact on non-interactive media, his presence in video games looms large. Because Bram Stoker's chilling tale remains a cultural touchstone over a century later, gaming as a whole hasn't shied away from leaning into this character. And while the adaptations haven't exactly remained faithful to the text, the essential blood-sucking sprit of our favorite vampire remains. On this episode of Retronauts, listen in as Bob Mackey, Diamond Feit, Drew Mackie and Gary Butterfield discuss a series of digital Draculas that may or may not make you go "Bleh!" Retronauts is a completely fan-funded operation. To support the show, and get two full-length exclusive episodes every month, as well as access to 100+ previous bonus episodes, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts .

October 26, 2026Episode 8032 hr 7 min

803: Tokyo Game Show 2026

Diamond Feit, Jeremy Parish, and Chris Kohler return from Tokyo and TGS 2026 with tales of retro game shopping, how the city & show have changed, and what they played on the show floor. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts

October 19, 2026Episode 8011 hr 33 min

801: Final Fantasy III

20 years and over 1000 episodes ago, Retronauts kicked off with an episode about Final Fantasy III: a classic JRPG then on the brink of its first release for Western audiences. Now, that DS remake is itself retro, and we have yet another version of the game that was once denied to us for so long. But even with so many updates and upgrades to its classic formula, is this third, extremely influential Final Fantasy still worthwhile more than 35 years later? On this episode join Bob Mackey, Jeremy Parish, and Brian Clark (of One Million Power ) as the team reassesses this sequel and promises to dish out opinions that will be sure to sustain you until 2046. Retronauts is a completely fan-funded operation. To support the show, and get two full-length exclusive episodes every month, as well as access to 100+ previous bonus episodes, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts .

October 12, 2026Episode 8002 hr 5 min

800: 20 Years of Retronauts

20! 800! So many big, round numbers! Jeremy Parish, Bob Mackey, Diamond Feit, Stuart Gipp, Nadia Oxford, AND Kevin Bunch somehow crowd into the same space to contemplate the past and future of the show. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts

October 7, 20260 min

See Us LIVE at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2026!

WHAT: Our "Retronauts is Officially Retro: 20 Years of Podcasting About the Past" panel, live at PRGE 2026 WHERE: Blue Auditorium (D137 & D140) at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo WHEN: Saturday, October 10th at 11:00am WHO: Bob Mackey, Jeremy Parish, Gary Butterfield, Kaye Ross Additionally, you can catch Jeremy's solo panel "In Defense of Bad Video Games" on Sunday, October 11th at 1:00pm in the Red Auditorium , and you can see Bob and Jeremy together on the Watch Out for Fireballs panel "Are the Most Expensive Games of All Time Worth Your Time?" on Saturday, October 10th at 5:00pm in the Red Auditorium . Please check out the official PRGE 2026 schedule for more information!

October 5, 2026Episode 7981 hr 21 min

798: Resident Evil (2026)

After 24 years of disappointment, it finally happened: they made a great Resident Evil movie—which also happens to be a great regular movie. Yes, thanks to abandoning any notion of lore and tapping into the creative talents of director Zach Cregger, this latest adaptation of Capcom's survival horror series manages to evoke the spirit of the games, even if it lacks the iconic characters and monsters. On this episode of Retronauts, join Bob Mackey, Stuart Gipp and Jess O'Brien (AKA Voidburger ) as the crew searches the now-snowy streets of Raccoon City in search of survivors and fatherhood issues. Retronauts is a completely fan-funded operation. To support the show, and get two full-length exclusive episodes every month, as well as access to 100+ previous bonus episodes, please visit the official Retronauts Patreon at patreon.com/retronauts .

September 28, 2026Episode 7971 hr 51 min

797: Episode 797: Cave Story

Jeremy Parish, Diamond Feit, and Scott Sharkey link up with patron Jeff Peterson to escape the island early and bring you a discussion of indie game classic Cave Story (instead of surviving Hell). Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts

September 21, 2026Episode 7951 hr 0 min

795: Modern Retro: Teeto

Podcast Michael! Stuart Gipp chats with Eat Pant Games’ Mitch Duncan about their hilarious – and classic-inspired – new kiwi platform game, Teeto. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts

September 14, 2026Episode 7942 hr 56 min

794: The King of Fighters ’94

ＧＯＨＯＭＥＮＯＷ！！ＹＯＵＡＲＥＮＯＭＡＴＣＨＦＯＲ Diamond Feit, Kevin Bunch, Brian Clark, and Will Cuevas when it comes to discussing The King of Fighters '94. ＩＴ’ＳＧＯＩＮＧＴＯＢＥＯＵＲＣＥＮＴＵＲＹ！ Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts