New Game Old Flame - A modern and homebrew retro gaming podcast.

In this episode, Andy, Wiedo, and Mark continue the tradition of the yearly shoot'em-up special. Andy kicks things off with Frontier Force for the Sega Master System, an intense fixed-screen shooter reminiscent of Space Invaders but elevated with dynamic weapon cycling and epic battles against waves of aliens and imposing bosses. Mark dives into Red Shift for the ZX Spectrum, spotlighting its accessible mechanics, unique shield regeneration system, and collectible ship parts that boost your capabilities, despite challenges posed by its monochrome visuals and tricky bullet visibility. Finally, Wiedo introduces Changeable Guardian Estique on the NES, an inventive horizontal shooter featuring a mech-transforming spaceship, strategic shield replenishments, and branching paths offering varied environmental challenges. Come shoot up some time with us!

Andy and Wiedo return after a busy break to tackle Hero GP (Gameboy Color), an addictive racing experience reminiscent of Super Hang-On, with its vibrant visuals and simple yet engaging gameplay, and Crater Song (NES), a sci-fi puzzle adventure filled with rich lore, unique cooperative mechanics using two NES controllers simultaneously, and a compelling narrative set on a mysterious musical planet.The crew also touches on recreating Quake maps purely from memory in the "Quake from Memory" project, the trials and tribulations of the never-ending TV repair, sourdough baking, the upcoming shmups episode, the MiSTer Multisystem2, and much more!

Join Andy and Diego this week as they chat with the legendary Pierre Gilhodes, mastermind behind the quirky and much-loved Gobliiins series. Pierre takes us on a delightful trip down memory lane, from his painstaking pixel-by-pixel beginnings at Coktel Vision to the creative madness behind Gobliiins 5, with an exclusive sneak peek into Gobliiins 6. Discover the challenges and joys of transitioning from traditional pixel art to modern gaming tech, and find out why humor remains Pierre's ultimate secret weapon.

Join Andy, Diego, and Wiedo as they explore another batch of modern indie games crafted for classic retro hardware. This week, the crew investigates the humorous adventures of Frog Detective -1 (Gameboy), solving very important mysteries involving lost paper clips. Then it's off to navigate the food-filled maze of Hungry in the Dungeon (Gameboy), where survival depends on consuming your culinary foes. Andy faces face-huggers and xenomorphs into the sci-fi action of Alien Neoplasma (ZX Spectrum), battling aliens in a tense, atmospheric platformer.Diego shares his experience with Tiny Pixel Adventure (Amiga), a jump-and-shoot platformer filled with hidden challenges and collectible items across colorful stages.In the meantime, Andy samples mysterious basil seed beverages, Diego recounts a smoky fine-dining experience beneath a glass cloche, and Wiedo dreams up next year's elaborate April Fool's prank.

This week, Andy, Diego, and Wiedo put on their spelunking hats and enter the cave of treasures to uncover forgotten modern games made for classic hardware. We flap through space in Spacegulls (NES), delicately bob through hazards as a vulnerable bubble in Böbl (NES), and navigate the mind-bending, multi-layered chaos of Endless Forms Most Beautiful (Commodore 64). We also puzzle our way through the stylish and retro-styled You Have to Win the Game(Commodore 64), while Diego rounds things out with atmospheric exploration in Knight'n Grail (Commodore 64) and battles against mythical foes in Pains'n Aches (Commodore 64).Also this episode: Diego experiments with AI co-pilots for endless RPG adventures, using AI as a Game Master; Andy solves his CRT woes with a daring, transcontinental component pickup; and Wiedo grapples with the irresistible pull of addictive gameplay.Join us as we unearth these modern indie retro gems hidden deep in the caverns of time!

Today Andy and Diego spotlight Steel Legion for the NES from François Brodeur and published by Broke Studio. Join us as we navigate a dystopian 2004 filled with oppressive AI, run-and-gun exploration, and echoes of classic hits like Bionic Commando. We also head to the ZX Spectrum with The Blond, a uniquely challenging puzzle-action game inspired by the classic Western movie The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, guiding Tuco safely through each frantic level by strategically shooting targets to keep him alive.We also share exciting news about Atari's upcoming Jeff Minter-themed game jam and debate the mysterious boundaries of what truly counts as a sandwich. And yes, we promise to get to the bottom of whether a hot dog qualifies! Dust off your Commodore 64, power up that NES, and listen in!

This month, we welcome Pascal Belisle, the mastermind behind The Trial of Kharzoid for the NES! Join Andy and Diego as they chat with Pascal about his journey from musician to indie developer, his love for classic consoles, and the joy (and torment) of coding for the NES. We break down his unique “Arkanoidvania” take—where brick-breaking meets Metroidvania-style exploration—and dive into the gothic, Eerie-infused world of Kharzoid. Along the way, we swap stories of childhood consoles, the magic of limitations in retro game design, and why Pascal sometimes curses his own power-downs. Grab a poutine (or some maple syrup) and tune in!

Join the crew in this chaotic February episode, where we swap stories of Wiedo suddenly turning twelve on Twitter, chuckle over Diego's echo-laden mic setup that made him sound like he was calling from a phone booth, and marvel at the newest AI wonders popping up everywhere.This week in games, we charge headfirst into an alien-infested station with Infeztation for Commodore 64, tiptoe through procedurally generated caverns in Cave Dave (Gameboy Color), and struggle to stay afloat in Death Flood: Dungeon of Doom once again for the Commodore 64.We also keep an eager eye on the next wave of FPGA consoles, celebrate Rocksmith's triumphant return on Steam, and dream of what else the retro scene has in store.

Ring in the New Year with us as we wrap up 2024 in style! In this episode, the crew looks back on the year's best games for old-school consoles and microcomputers. After sharing a few fun tales from our Christmas and New Year celebrations, each of us brings five favorite games to the table. From there, it's a showdown to crown the ultimate Game of the Year for 2024!We also reflect on how small moments—like spontaneous neighborhood dinners or rethinking holiday traditions—can make the season special in surprising ways. Plus, we reveal some unexpected personal resolutions and plans for the show.

Festive outfits, wine, and snacks set the mood as Diego, Wiedo, and Andy wrap up 2024 in this cheerful end-of-the-year Christmas episode. Expect game music concerts, TV repairs, and fond reflections on retro gaming days, all building up to three snow-dusted titles: Santa's Workout 4 (Commodore 64), Relevo's Snowboarding (MSX), and Santatron 2024 (Amiga). And of course, we can't call it a holiday special without a bit of retro news and warm Christmas wishes—so tune in and join the festivities!

Dough not miss this episode of New Game Old Flame where we blast through Astro Ninja Man DX on the NES and solve crimes with Inspector Waffles: Early Days for the Gameboy Color (yes, there's a detective cat). But as always, it's not just about games! We chat about teaching kids to game with Peggle, the bliss of Loop Hero's endless loops, and the joy (and pain) of making sourdough bread. Retro gaming and home-baked goodness—what more could you want?

In this episode we explore Orbix for the Commodore 64, a bouncy Peggle-esque puzzler with a nostalgic twist. Then, we uncovered the haunting tale of Tale of Evil on the Amiga, where you play as Schrodinger the cat, dodging spooky critters and relying on ghostly allies. We wrapped up the game talk with Mushrooms that Grow in the Woods, another Commodore 64 adventure filled with mazes, teleporting stones, and dangerous fungi.As usual that's not all—we share post Halloween anecdotes, from candy chaos to unexpected pumpkin costume contest winners. Diego reminisces about retro arcades and quirky gaming controllers, while Wiedo confesses to spending a fortune on vintage photography!

Prepare for ghastly giggles and retro chills in our Halloween episode! We're spotlighting spine-tingling new titles: Hermano and Cryo Hazard on Game Boy, where eerie survival is a must, Dr.Dangerous on the Amiga, and Darkula (Amstrad CPC), alongside Pump Kid on the VIC 20! With creepy Halloween snacks, tales of karting mayhem, and the haunting trials of vintage tech (beware, the haunted microphone!), this episode is packed with eerie games and Halloween treats for retro fans everywhere!

Join the crew with special guest YouTuber St1ka for an in-depth discussion on Vengeance Hunters, the stunning new Neo Geo beat ‘em up from Nalua Studio, featuring dev/pr Michael aka Amerika. Discover the origins of the studio, the game's deep combat mechanics, hidden secrets, bold design choices, and tons of background information behind this gorgeous looking game for the 330MB system of the 90s!Be sure to tune in for more snack insights, the hatred of in game shops and much more!

Diego and Andy set afoot alone in the darkness of this mysterious and ominous game, armed only with a torch and good sight in order to escape the intricate puzzles on offer in Tenebra, a multiplatform game by Haplo.Moving braziers, hammers, keys and crumbling doors are only some of the items you will encounter. Get ready for some brain-wrecking puzzle that won't hesitate to leave you in the dark...Join the crew to find out more of this incredibly crafted puzzle game!

Join the crew in this belated midsummer episode, where we talk about the torn feelings of selling excess games in your overgrown collection, touch on some favourite horror movie moments, and end up sharing a special “fagiolata” recipe.This week in games, we proudly defend our CPU under attack in Data Man (NES), happily bide our time rusting pipes in Drip (C64) and finally go on a fishing rampage in Trucho (MSX).We also anxiously await a huge game pack announced for the autumn, and take a quick look at more space-themed titles.

Today, we have an absolute blast chatting with Dan Lavoie and Mina Figueroa about retro game publisher MegaCat Studios, where they blend diverse backgrounds to create fantastic modern retro games. Dan and Mina shared insights into the collaborative and dynamic environment at MegaCat, emphasizing the team's passion for all things pixelated.Their enthusiasm for their work and the unique culture at MegaCat Studios made this an episode filled with passion and insights into the world of game development.To top it off, we bonded over favorite American snacks!

Get ready for a waffle as the team dives talks about Sniester, the art of brewing the perfect beer, mastering the delicate craft of fixing joy-cons, the Outer Worlds and more. We'll also share tales from an inspiring Japan Fest and so much more. And of course, we couldn't resist talking about games!This time, we journey into the Heart of Salamanderland on the Amstrad CPC, we get fizzy with FiZZ on the VIC 20, and craft some rogues in Roguecraft for the Amiga. Plus, we've got a special shoutout for the classic Prince of Persia on the VIC 20.But wait, there's more! On a more serious note, we tackle the big question: what happens to your beloved Steam library after you're gone? How will your digital treasures be passed down to your heirs? Tune in to find out!

More games in this warmer summer episode of New Game Old Flame! Today we have: Rikki & Vikki for the Atari 7800, Diced Tournament for the MSX, and Rocky & Co. for the Commodore 64. But - as per tradition - it's not all game talk.Bass guitar practice app are harder to find than you think, and staying organised seems to be something out of any of our reach. We also touch on the absurd prices of gaming accessories but hey, someone out there is funding these high-tech time machines! Get into the vibe with more Atari news and a brand new game engine for the Amiga!

In this surprise episode of New Game Old Flame, the crew dives into the quirky and charming world of Piopow, a NES game by the late Jeremias Babini. Join us as we flap around in this turn-based arcade adventure where you play as a brave little chick on a mission to save animals from a creepy restaurant with a taste for critters! With its blend of strategy, cute artwork, and explosive gameplay (literally!), Piopow offers endless fun and challenges.Tune in to hear our thoughts, some funny anecdotes, and why you should grab a copy from Limited Run Games before they're gone. Plus, your purchase helps support Jeremias's family.Get ready for some heartfelt gaming chatter and lots of peeping about Piopow!

Join us as we chat with Ben and Julian from Space Pants Games about their latest Mega Drive release, "Rocket Panda." Discover how their passion for retro gaming led them to create this modern classic, the challenges they faced during development, and their unique approach to blending old-school aesthetics with contemporary gameplay and karaoke! Hear the story behind their decision to rescue badgers and collect biscuits, and how these ideas came to life over a few pints at the pub. Rocket Panda soaring through the blue sky...

In this regrouping episode, the crew brings three games each to the table, but only three will make the cut for the next game club session. Wiedo shares his plastering adventures, Diego talks about missing the Northern lights, and Andy updates us on his Amiga 2000. Tune in to find out which games made the final list!

In this episode hosts Diego and Andy, joined by Sean Robinson, wade through a soup of gaming chatter and more! They discuss Diego's Finnish Labour Day celebrations with homemade Sima and Munkki doughnuts, Sean's sketch comedy performances in DC, and his beta testing of the homebrew game Super Sunny World. Andy shares his excitement about the new Mister console.The gaming highlights include Sam's Journey for the NES, Room 5 for the MSX, Fork Parker's Crunch Out for the SNES, and Little Medusa from Mega Cat Studios. The episode also touches on retro gaming projects and concludes with news on new Atari hardware and tributes to recently passed figures in gaming and anime.

Join the crew and an incredible lineup of guests, including Math (from the Game Gear motherboard reverse engineering), Roger (Super Tilt Bro), and Sean (VGS) for a speculative journey into where modern retro gaming is headed. Our guests share their personal stories and insights before we natter about hardware advancements, new software implementations, and new ways these two elements shake hands to enable the next generation of indie retro games for our beloved middle-aged consoles and microcomputers.From the technical advancements that could revive classic consoles to innovative software that pushes the boundaries of old platforms, our discussion spans a broad spectrum to try and predict the next generation of hardware modifications and software that breaks traditional boundaries.

As we progress through the year and step out of our comfort zones, we take a closer look at very pixelated Atari 2600 titles like Fox Hunt Arena and Xanthiom 2600. Andy also gives the Gameboy a good go with Hunt the Gwumbus and Lee Caravallo's Putting Challenge, which both prove to be more than meets the eye. We also touch on modern hits like Control, Domekeeper, and Psychonauts. But there's more to this episode than just games: cycling, dinosaur burgers, and talks about wealthy collectors also feature in the show!

The team comes back together and explores more games! Today we have Extreme Volleyball Infernal League (Sega Master System), Spediteur (Commodore 64) and Rocket Panda (Sega Megadrive).As we talk about their partnership with Alan-1 and the My Atari Arcade Game Station Pro, Atari's comeback nearly causes Wiedo to die laughing.Fortunately we save him by talking about streaming our games to our devices, Yuzu and Nintendo and more D&D! Our retro-chats don't stop here so tune in and have fun!

In this episode, Andy and Diego dive into more exciting new games, exploring Ringo on the ZX Spectrum and Metal Dragon on the Sega Megadrive. They also share their excitement about the innovative ways to enjoy modern tech, like playing Doom on a lawnmower and watching movies on an Atari 2600. Additionally, they discuss the intriguing fan-made Sega Neptune, bringing a new perspective to retro gaming enthusiasts.

In this two crewmen episode, Wiedo and Andy explore the digital depths of Inky and the Alien Aquarium (Gameboy Advance) and zip through the circuits of SlipSpeed (MS-DOS), with a small detour into the cheeky world of Mega Casanova 2 (Sega Megadrive). But there's more in our digital grab bag: we slide into snowboarding chat, delve into PSU repairs, unwrap the new RM800XL, peek into Mistercast, and hop into the Virtual Boy emulator. Strap in for a journey through gaming gems and tech treasures!

We're finally back after a long sickness period! Our post-afflicted selves this time look at Yeti Mountain (Commodore 64), Kudzu (Gameboy) and Dead Tomb (NES). Naturally there is plenty of other talk including Baldur's Gate 3, the recent endeavours of Wiedo and his Celeste map, and news with a brand new Genesis/Megadrive handheld, a new Atari 400 mini and much more!

In this focus episode Wiedo and Andy are joined by Youtuber St1ka to talk about a small gem for the Sega Megadrive: Astebros by Neofid Studios.We briefly touch on portugese shopping and snacks before committing to as many details as we possibly can about this incredibly crafted and creative platforming game, that is so much more than meets the eye!

We're back with a whopper! Today, we're diving into Shoot 'em Up territory with special guest Mark.Before we jump into our game picks – GG Aleste 3 (Game Gear), The Last Defender (Commodore 64), Inviyya (Amiga) and Satazius Next (Dreamcast) – we chat about game cosmetics and cool retro discoveries like the Nirvana engine, KeeperFX, and the Ayaneo Retro Mini.Plus, we'll share some favorite shoot 'em up memories and food talk. Get some popcorns, headphones and relax!

In this frosty start of the year's first episode, Wiedo hosts us as we greet the new year with a small recap of our top 5 games of 2023.Bringing out the top guns is no easy choice as we are quite passionate about our titles! We also discuss game reviewing and the Gumpyfunction's letter directed to content creators as well as devs and publishers.It's been a good year, and we can't wait for what lies ahead! We also talk resolutions and frozen birds!

Christmas is approaching and the holidays are upon us, yay! For the occasion we entertain ourselves and find some picks from the Christmas game barrel. Today we have Super Delivery Boy: The Holiday Shift (Amiga), MegaXmas'89 (Sega Megadrive), Don't Get Poo'd on by a Reindier (Gameboy), Santa's workout 1,2 and 3 (Commodore 64) and RED for the Atari Lynx! Join us for some Christmas fun; we also have a rundown of our Christmas movies favs!What is there more to say? Merry Christmas everyone!

As Diego follows the Open AI dram of the past weeks, Wiedo receives his first NES and Megadrive and we all prepare for Christmas.This time we all pick the 3 games each they like most from the entries submitted at the NES Dev Compo 2023: Color Match Combat, Desert Escape!, Miroh Jr., Little Sisyphus, Echoes of the Unread, Super Strife, Fish, Proximity shift and Mosh lift all make it in this packed episode.We also touch on Shantae Advance, Chouyoku Senki Estique and we find out not all Famicom controllers are round!

Embark on an interstellar review with Goodboy Galaxy for the Gameboy Advance where the gameplay steals the cosmic show!Our podcast takes you through the stellar graphics, stunning animations, engaging platforming and boss fights: we cover it all, including some nice surprises! Spoilers after the show ends, so don't worry and tune in to learn about this incredible masterpiece by Rik and Jeremy.

In this episode, Diego tempts our taste buds with post-Halloween pumpkin snacks, whilst Andy has an existential crysis.Game highlights include Fydo's Magic Tiles (Gameboy), Laserscape (Commodore 64) and The Brush Brothers (Amstrad CPC) and finally Foxyland (Sega Megadrive).We also talk about The Meating Kickstarter (on November 26), the possible end of the Arcade Attack podcast, a high-res Oblivion Remastered In Skyrim and much more!

Boo! It's Halloween again and this time we endeavor to fulfill a new guiness by talking about 7 games!Troll Mother, Enceladus, Feed it Souls (all for Gameboy Color), Tiny Nightmares (ZX Spectrum), Ghosty Manor (MSX2), Spooky Soccer (NES) and Suite Macabre (MSX/Colecovision) all make their appearance on this late night terrifying episode!Not happy with all these games we also manage to mention: Mission Earth, Slime Trials and Muncher!Our episodes could not be complete without some catchup about greasy food and interesting controller news, and - as you know already - lots more. Happy Halloween!Discord ---- Twitter ---- Twitch ---- Youtube

Whilst age creeps up on us creating some momentary lapses of memory, we discuss buying clothes, cider brewing, sight reading apps and some modern game woes.This time we report on Alwa's Awakening (NES), Rogue Declan Zero (Amiga) and briefly on Nightshift, Neon Noir and Maria Renard's Revenge (all Amiga games).We also have a look at a very difficult game to remember: Unholy Night: The Darkness Hunter (SNES) and Top & Tom 2 (Atari 2600), what a treat!As usual all this and a lot more in this mid October episode.Discord ---- Twitter ---- Twitch ---- Youtube

We're back from the holidays and we have a lot to talk about! Heroes against Demons (Sega Master System), News Stand, Metal Warrior Ultra (Commodore 64), Banger management (ZX Spectrum) and Taco Princess Moon (SNES) are some of the games we played.We also talk about some Danish liquorice candy, lots of hardware improvements and Wiedo's new job; Diego explains which are the perfect tortilla fillings and Andy delves into some Diablo 4 thoughts; all this and lots more!Discord ---- Twitter ---- Twitch ---- Youtube

Today we talk about an exciting operating system Diego discovered some time ago: C64 OS! We learn from a VERY PASSIONATE Greg the intricacies of developing an operating system with such a small amount of RAM and the huge amount of work he has done to make his dream come true. First, but not least we talk again about Canadian. snacks!

In this special episode, we talk about a unique genre of computer games that has a long history, and has evolved through time without ever going away completely: text adventures! We explore the genre through the words of Enrico Colombini, a legendary figure on the Italian computer programming scene, as well as Lu and Al, the two young and brilliant desigers of the coming soon AI-enhanced text adventure "[I] doesn't exist".Discord ---- Twitter ---- Twitch ---- Youtube

Whilst I fix some more retro hardware and Diego does some sport, Wiedo pulls a hole in his roof in hope to get some fresh air! As busy as we are fixing things and improving ourselves, today we look at: Tapeworm Disco Puzzle (NES/Multi platform), Stevedore (MSX) and I take a VERY quick look at Traumatarium (Gameboy) and Astebros (Sega Megadrive). We also talk KFC Diablo IV Cosmetics, Grimace's Brithday, Apple Vision Pro, some expensive Starfield controllers and much more!Discord ---- Twitter ---- Twitch ---- Youtube

Wiedo, Diego and special guest Mads together with myself delve into the first game club episode where half of the participants have not even played the game! We point-and-click our way through potatous(?) adventures in Gobliiins 5 on PC from Pierre Gilhodes. Whilst not strictly retro, this game has a place in most of our hearts and was made nearly exclusively by the same author that did them in the 90s!Get on the snail-bus and tag along in a journey with lots of humor and dubious-looking frogs!

In this episode we take a break from the usual format and talk to Malte (aka Thunderblade) from publisher Protovision 64 to find out more of their world and endeavours. Diego, Wiedo and myself also talk about one of the publisher's game each: Sam's journey, Muddy racers and Cursed Tomb, all for the most popular microcomputer of the 80s, the Commodore 64!

It's a sunny day today and we are joined by Skittles to discuss his game Repugnant Bounty for Gameboy Color and many other topics including our beloved snacks, Zelda and more. Other games include Zeta Wing 2 for Commodore 64 and Tactus (NES)! My mind is blown as I discover Antonio Savona has been in a fighting movie and the virtual boy is a standalone console. We have some buff Goku and Vegeta too!

Relinquish all anxiety as you listen to us play some modern games for old platforms in this content-packed episode!Nebs'n'Debs (NES), Looptris (NEO GEO), Apotris (Gameboy Advance) are a few of the titles we are talking about today, we expand in further dimensions with Space Station 23 (Commodore 64) and Full Quiet (NES) and we have a micro-review of Arkagis Revolution (Sega Megadrive)!We finally get to grips on where Wiedo lives and we talk about the menacing NEStroyer as well as more snacks!Discord Twitter Twitch Youtube

Backlog anxiety starts to creep on us as we explore this episode's round of games: Hime's Quest (Gameboy Color), Alter Ego (Sega Megadrive), Star Evil (NES) and Cecconoid (Amiga)!Lots of hardware updates, the art of game design, and the Italian ban on ChatGPT also make it in this episode together with loads more!

Love peanuts and games? This whopping episode is for you!
 Join the crew together with Mark (Kitt) and developer Kyle Thomson while we explore the depths of Jessie Jaeger in Cleopatra's Curse (PC ENGINE) to save our grandpa! We also look at Supercooked (SNES), Hero core (Gameboy Advance), and Vectorblade (Vectrex) after coming to know Wiedo has a dishwasher that has more functions than a swiss knife! This and much much more awaits inside!

Do you like Pigs? Do you like the Commodore 64? Then join us as we delve into our first book club episode of 2023 where we talk about Frank's endeavours with the whole crew who made this impressive technical feat possible on the classic 8bit Commodore machine!

No animal has been harmed for the selection of this title. After the death of our laptop, we're back with some exciting games: Lester for the Commodore 64, Ramiro el Vampiro, Bufonada (ZX Spectrum) and the Gruniozerca trilogy for the NES! As usual there is much more as we delve into random online courses, survival swimming, the Aegis Rider and the usual Chat GPT funny moments!

Another whopping episode with so much to talk about! Off we go with a particular focus on Bulb (Gameboy Color), some Amstrad CPC 2022 competition picks and an in depth talk about Pio Pow (NES). We also express our love for Rogue64 (Commodore 64) and touch on the Wonderboy anniversay collection as well as Dwell 2 and Trophy for the NES/Switch.All this together with usual waffling: public transport saftey, fine dining and identity theft involving some sneaky fish all make the cut!