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t’s finally here! At the top of what was arguably the most chaotic week for video games in 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 is available now, and we’re going to spend this whole episode talking about our first impressions of it. The roundtable of chairs for the show this go-around features George, Andrew, and a very special guest, Greg Sewart, one of the Co-hosts of the esteemed Player One Podcast, and Electronic Gaming Monthly alumni, and we don’t waste any time dishing it up on Nintendo’s new thingy. From the technical performance between its handheld mode and docked mode to the ergonomic feel and system calibration, the crew tries to cover every granular detail they can about the system, the new features available, and the only real launch title released for the platform, Mario Kart World. Is it worth the hype (or more importantly, the price?) Who knows! We’re here to gush and gripe about the damn thing and share our initial thoughts so far on the successor to a nine-year-old (yes, you read that right) platform, and the roller-coaster of emotions we’ve experienced with Nintendo’s aging hybrid console leading up to this point. We Hope you enjoy the show, and please be sure to subscribe to the Player One Podcast if you haven’t already!Mail us at our new email Mailbag@presspauseradio.com, leave a voicemail at 469-PPR-TALK, and be sure to stop by at our Forums if you haven’t already registered and post your thoughts about the show. Finally, make sure to rate and subscribe to us on iTunes and YouTube, follow us on Twitch page and Twitter, and finally take part in our Facebook and Steam group!

It's almost over! After nearly three months of chatting, recording, and discussing, we're at the "random thoughts" section of the Final Fantasy 7 series. Join us as we chat materia, mini games, and that bizarre PC port of this world class RPG.STARRINGDiana McQueen (@stormvexed on TikTok)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Ian of Nerds Abroadcast (@nerdsabroadcast)James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro) Josh of the Still Loading Podcast (@StillLoadingPod)Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSThe Nightmare Begins (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXoq0p43Mq8The Great Warrior (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miltSLwpnEY My Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

More than the pillars of Cloud, Sephiroth, and Aerith, Final Fantasy 7 is filled to the brim with memorable moments, both big and small. On this week's episode, we discuss everything from dens of ill repute to epic slap fests in our attempt to paint the broadest FF7 picture in podcast history.  Thanks for listening!STARRING (All handles from Twitter)Eddie Varnell (@thatretrocode) of the Boss Rush Network (@BossRushNetwork)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Kyle of the RPG Show (@TheRPGPodcast)John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt) Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Matt (@dj_stormageddon) and Geoff (@geoffmakesnoise) of the "Fun" & Games Podcast (@funandgamespod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI) The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSRufus's Welcoming Ceremony (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqMWde3UFlsShinra, Inc. (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mtwdj5626U0My Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

When lost in the dueling seas of Cloud and Sephiroth, it's easy to forget there's an entire cast backing them up. From the drama of Aerith to the strong-willed Barret, there's plently of gold to be mined in Final Fantasy 7's supporting players. On this episode, we share insights, personal stories, and multiple moments when our jaws hit the floor as we explore the diverse and amazing cast of Final Fantasy 7.STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Diana McQueen (@stormvexed on TikTok)Eddie Varnell (@thatretrocode) of the Boss Rush Network (@BossRushNetwork)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Ian (@teacherbloke87)James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro) Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Matt (@dj_stormageddon) and Geoff (@geoffmakesnoise) of the "Fun" & Games Podcast (@funandgamespod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Michael K Hughes (@KaidanXain) of the Capes and Junk Podcast (@GamesAndJunk)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI) The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSRed XIII's Theme (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FArKFnpHUwCid's Theme (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm6ARq6Ep_kMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

Welcome back to our multi-month exploration of Final Fantasy 7! This week, we continue to share our first impressions and initial thoughts about this incredible, enduring title. Many thanks to all my guests who helped make this possible!STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Diana McQueen (@stormvexed on TikTok)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Ian (@teacherblokeJames and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro) John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSFinal Fantasy VII - Let the Battles Begin / Those who fight (Gingertail Cover) by Alina Gingertail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmzzIsBK47IDear to the Heart (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9b6QxH9FaoSupport the show

Final Fantasy 7 wasn't just a game release. It was the changing of an era. The moment when the franchise grew from fun games to media events. As a result, the marketing for FF7 reached unheard of levels for videogames at the time. And with the marketing came, unprecedented hype. On this episode of A Gamer Looks at 40, we share stories of what it was like to be knee deep in the late 90's media barrage and how this full court press shaped our perceptions of the game before we even hit the first loading screen. Eddie Varnell (@thatretrocode) of the Boss Rush Network (@BossRushNetwork)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Ian (@teacherblokeJames and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro) John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Michael K Hughes (@KaidanXain) of the Capes and Junk Podcast (@GamesAndJunk)Mike Albertin of Games My Mom Found Podcast (@mom_found)@MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSFlowers Blooming in the Church (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBnoqDVg_ToTifa's Theme (Final Fantasy VII) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulsS27OC5KQMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

Matt runs late, leaving Jacob and Paul to discuss Player One Podcast, a ransomware attack affecting Starbucks, and Hot Frosty. Matt hosts a Transformers One viewing for the kids, finds himself inspired, and offers a shoutout to the subreddit. Paul gives out his latest music favorites, plus an OG Jock vs. Nerd!

Mark and Todd are joined by CJ AKA @SuperPac from Player One Podcast.In Buy, Rent and Return we had to choose Spike VGX hostsWe played Echoes of Wisdom, Dragon Quest III HD 2D, Mario and Luigi Brothership, Pac-Man World Re-Pac, Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe, Quest 3s, Dragon Age: The Veil Guard, Retrorealms: Friday the 13th/Evil dead, and Dead Rising Deluxe RemasterBonus Round: We talked about Award show categories and if it's time to rethink them.Check out a free week trial of our Patreon and our new tiers to get all new content and community benefits like our Patreon producers: Sean, Stella and Henry Nyhus,John Sadorf, Phoenix Sisters Cosplay, Mathew Kiehl, Brendan Myers, Corey in HD & Kurt KrugUse our special link https://zen.ai/tW9w96GHjJl0oOlORlg-afOO0JOcbUkaBnWlklytL0c to save 30% off your first month of any #Zencastr paid plan.Visit our website www.secretfriendsunite.com Follow us on Threads, Instagram and BlueSky: @secret.friends.unite , @toxtra @Canerdian_Jedi, @secretfriendsunite @toddoxtra @Canerdian-Jedi , @Superpac , @P1podcastSubscribe to our Youtube channelJoin the conversation in our Discord ServerVisit our Teepublic store for all the SFU Merch you can handle

Mark and Todd are joined by CJ AKA @SuperPac from Player One Podcast.In Buy, Rent and Return we had to choose Spike VGX hostsWe played Echoes of Wisdom, Dragon Quest III HD 2D, Mario and Luigi Brothership, Pac-Man World Re-Pac, Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe, Quest 3s, Dragon Age: The Veil Guard, Retrorealms: Friday the 13th/Evil dead, and Dead Rising Deluxe RemasterBonus Round: We talked about Award show categories and if it's time to rethink them.Check out a free week trial of our Patreon and our new tiers to get all new content and community benefits like our Patreon producers: Sean, Stella and Henry Nyhus,John Sadorf, Phoenix Sisters Cosplay, Mathew Kiehl, Brendan Myers, Corey in HD & Kurt KrugUse our special link https://zen.ai/tW9w96GHjJl0oOlORlg-afOO0JOcbUkaBnWlklytL0c to save 30% off your first month of any #Zencastr paid plan.Visit our website www.secretfriendsunite.comFollow us on Threads, Instagram and BlueSky: @secret.friends.unite , @toxtra @Canerdian_Jedi, @secretfriendsunite @toddoxtra @Canerdian-Jedi , @Superpac , @P1podcastSubscribe to our Youtube channelJoin the conversation in our Discord ServerVisit our Teepublic store for all the SFU Merch you can handle

Whew! After two long months of scouring Final Fantasy 6, we've reached the final episode. On this culminating edition, a wide variety of my FF6 friends share random thoughts, stories, and opinions that didn't make it into the main episodes. An Emperor Gesthal's banquet of content, if you will. Enjoy this last foray into the game!STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Chrono Katie (@ChronoKatie)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI) @MustinNate McLellan (@natedoescomedy79 on TikTok)Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay) Seth Sturgill (@twodollarhero) from @allnpodcastTim Knowles of The Leetist Trey of the NintenDomain Podcast (@Ninten_Domain) XerxexYurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok)SONG COVERS Kefka's Theme - Final Fantasy VI - Mandolin and Guitar Cover (Feat. Chalmers Croft) by Tommy Norris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5d8-cZu0goEpitaph (Final Fantasy VI) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gltRvu-Zd8UMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

On the second half of our Final Fantasy 6 character discussion, we explore the stories and connections of Edgar, Sabin, Shadow, Gau and more. Seven episodes, one more to go in our exhaustive dissection of this legendary classic. Enjoy!STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro)J.R. Sommerfeldt (@sommerfeldt_r)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)@MustinRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Tim Knowles of The Leetist Yurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok) XerxexSONG COVERSRelm's Theme (Final Fantasy VI) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRremDsqmHgTerra's Theme Classical Guitar Cover | FFVI | Ottawa Guitar Trio by Ottawa Guitar Trio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTQuEzxE8GMMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

Any discussion of Final Fantasy 6 would be incomplete without a thorough deep dive into the cast. From rakish rouges to magic infused generals to a loyal solider, the characters in FF 6 are as varied as they are intriguing. In this first part of our character exploration, we discuss Terra, Locke, Celes, and Cyan along with some general thoughts on the cast itself.STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)@MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay)Seth Sturgill (@twodollarhero) from @allnpodcast  Tim Knowles of The Leetist Trey of the NintenDomain Podcast (@Ninten_Domain) Yurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok) SONG COVERS'Forever Rachel' (FINAL FANTASY VI) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnOIuRSSPzsPhantom Forest & Phantom Train (Final Fantasy VI) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj4fYb1yZLUMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

If you were to build a Mount Rushmore of Final Fantasy antagonists, Kefka Palazzo would have to be included. A mastermind of nihilism, this clown prince grows from general to deity in the space of Final Fantasy 6's runtime and through that growth, terrifies the world with his all encompassing power. And he's a hoot as well!Time to unravel the maniac in this episode of A Gamer Looks at 40!STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)@MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay)Seth Sturgill (@twodollarhero) from @allnpodcast  Tim Knowles of The Leetist Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming) XerxexYurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok) SONG COVERSKefka's Theme - Final Fantasy VI - Mandolin and Guitar Cover (Feat. Chalmers Croft) by Tommy Norris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5d8-cZu0goThe Black Mages - Dancing Mad (Final Fantasy VI) HQ by The Black Mages - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APbF8f9gEw0Dancing Mad Tier 4 cover ( Final Fantasy 6 - Nobuo Uematsu) by Farouque Raja - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mey5J9dmLagMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.If Final Fantasy 6's World of Balance is an action movie of moving castles, flying airships and magical creatures, the World of Ruin is an anthology of indie character dramas. Focused more on finding the motivation to do right thing as opposed to the right thing itself, the back half of FF6 is a contemplative reflection of growth through tragedy.So, let's talk about it! On this week's episode, we discuss the major and minor moments of the World of Ruin and how they shaped our 16 bit experience.STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro)John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt) Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage) @MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay)Seth Sturgill (@twodollarhero) from @allnpodcast  Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming) Yurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok) SONG COVERSFINAL FANTASY VI: 'Searching for Friends' | Classical Guitar | John Oeth by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDWYdnPphPsDancing Mad Tier 4 cover ( Final Fantasy 6 - Nobuo Uematsu) by Farouque Raja - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mey5J9dmLagMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

We once caught a fish this big! Randomly selected by the Xbox Game Pass "Surprise Me" button, this gone fishin' simulator was developed by Expansive Worlds, part of the Avalanche Studios Group. Speaking of expanding the group, Tom and Chris have brought along CJ of Player One Podcast for this episode. As a game developer himself, CJ will bring along a unique perspective when it's time to discuss the details of everyone's first hour angling those simulated fish. With only minimal real world fishing experience between them, Tom and Chris are bound to learn a few things as they play. Will it be enough to get them hooked? Join our three hosts as they discuss the pros and cons of exploring the great outdoors while remaining comfortably indoors and discover if this title is a prize catch or one that should be tossed back! Check out Player One Podcast: https://www.playeronepodcast.com Follow CJ on Threads and Twitter: @superpac Give Humanity a look: https://humanity.game What do you think? Let us know! Hit us up on Twitter at https://twitter.com/tc1h1d Drop us an email at tc.1h1d(at)outlook[dot]com Follow us on Goodpods @1h1d Check out our fancy site: https://quitthebuild.com/1h1d Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/c/1hour1decision1h1d Thanks for taking this ride with us :-)

Send us a Text Message.Final Fantasy 6 is a tale of two stories. In this episode of A Gamer Looks at 40, we look at the first half of this epic tale, The World of Balance. Starting as a traditional rebellion vs the Empire story, the tale quickly morphs into a character study worthy of books, poems and film. Join a cast of friends and I as we explore the world before the fall. STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)@MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay) Tim Knowles of The Leetist Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming) Trey of the NintenDomain Podcast (@Ninten_Domain)  XerxexSONG COVERSTerra's Theme (Final Fantasy VI Piano Collections)(Nobuo Uematsu) by Kara Comparetto - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o25_6i4jS2kFINAL FANTASY VI: 'Searching for Friends' | Classical Guitar | John Oeth by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDWYdnPphPsMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.From the second the title faded from my 19 inch Zenith CRT and the opening montage began, I was an insta-fan of Fina Fantasy 3/6. Nothing could have prepared me for the epic adventure that awaited me. An experience rich with high drama, interesting characters, engrossing gameplay and a story for the ages, FF3/6 remains one of my Top 5 games of all time.Anyone who's played this world class RPG has a similar story. So, let's hear them! On Part 1 of our multi part exploration of Final Fantasy 3/6, over a dozen guests share their unique first impressions and why this game stuck with them for the days, weeks and in some cases, years to come. STARRING (all handles from Twitter) Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) James and JJ of RetroFits on YouTube (@FitsRetro)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)The Lets Play Princess (@TheLPPrincess) Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI) Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)@MustinRyan aka @GameswCoffeeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (@THERyanLindsay) Seth Sturgill (@twodollarhero) from @allnpodcastTim Knowles of The Leetist Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming) Trey of the NintenDomain Podcast (@Ninten_Domain) Wade aka (@ProfNoctis) XerxexYurik (@YurikArkady on TikTok)SONG COVERSFINAL FANTASY VI: 'Terra's Theme' | Classical Guitar by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aY7mJvYNLYEKids Run Through the City Corner (Final Fantasy VI) by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxnKF7geWwgMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! The Nintendo Direct (and other things) were on fire, we're super excited about pretty much everything announced, we discuss whether Beyond Good & Evil is actually good, what kind of bad game Plumbers Don't Wear Ties is, plus more Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Nintendo Direct Mario & Luigi Brothership The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Super Mario Party Jamboree DKC Returns HD Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Fantasian coming to Switch NSO update - Metroid Zero Mission, Link to the Past + Four Swords, “Mature” N64 app - Perfect Dark & Turok Dragon Quest III HD-2D / I&II HD-2D Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition coming June 25 Plumbers Don't Wear Ties: Definitive Edition Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Picross S Namco Legendary Edition Still Wakes the Deep Champion Shift Deep Rock Galactic Survivor Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Logiart Grimoire Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:27:05

This week! A little light on news but we played a bunch of games and demos from Steam Next Fest so there's plenty to talk about. Plus: CJ got to Hawaii in Infinite Wealth, Greg participated in a six-hour iRacing race, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Xbox's Sea of Thieves was PS5's most downloaded game in May Star Wars Outlaws can be finished in 30 hours, says creative director PS5 players will soon be able to join Discord voice chat directly from their console Sequel - Game and media tracker app Battle Theme + Hooktail Castle Battle (Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door) | Cover by Gabocarina96 iRacing Juanster's YT channel Aero GPX Old School Rally Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Arranger Parcel Corps The Alters Akimbot Thank Goodness You're Here Long Island Retro Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:16:46

While North American gamers dined on Mystic Quest, our pals in the East were chowing down on Final Fantasy 5. Full of customization, intrigue and a killer soundtrack, this game was often considered unattainable aside from emulation and a handful of re-releases. Is this game worthy of celebration or did Square do us Western fans a huge favor? Find out in this week's episode!STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeXerxexSONG COVERS'The Day Will Come' (Final Fantasy V) | Classical Guitar Cover by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVR32UbyOfgFFVII SOUNDFONT: Battle On The Big Bridge - FFV by Neo-Midgar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_mr8YEJWlIMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! We chat about some of the things that caught our eye from the various presentations and showcases that went on over the last week. Plus: Killer Klowns, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Everything announced at Summer Game Fest Everything announced at Day of the Devs Everything announced at the Wholesome Direct Everything at the Xbox Showcase Indiana Jones LEGO Horizon Adventures Digital Eclipse Power Rangers Beat ‘em up Astro's Playroom gets new content The Thing Remastered Mega Man GB games on NSO Like A Dragon live-action series coming to Prime Video Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Astro's Playroom Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:35:26

While Final Fantasy was already a Japanese phenomenon, things here in the states were slower to gather steam. FF4 did well in stores, but nowhere near the numbers overseas. So, what to do with Final Fantasy 5? Release this complex, job heavy dungeon crawler to a market not ready for it or maybe soften the blow. Just a bit.That lighter game became Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest, a stripped down version of the Final Fantasy formula made accessible to everyone. By combining the bare bones of an RPG with the kinetic fun of platforming, this oft maligned game remains a fascinating artifact, if nothing else. STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Carson Clark (@DesireeKorrupt)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)Ian aka @teacherbloke85J.R. Sommerfeldt (@sommerfeldt_r)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike Albertin of Games My Mom Found Podcast (@mom_found)Tim Knowles of The Leetist.XerxexSONG COVERSFinal Fantasy Mystic Quest : Beautiful Forest Acoustic Cover by Steven Morris - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Oyv3PQwdCsFINAL FANTASY MYSTIC QUEST "Boss Battle" Metal Cover by Ferdk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1da5k2HpywMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! We reminisce about buying laserdiscs and DVDs, then launch into the big news of the week—Astro Bot has been announced! Plus we chat about Concord and the reaction to it, other games from the State of Play, Picross S: Namco Legendary Edition, Killer Klowns, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Astro Bot! Test Drive Unlimited returns Sony State of Play Concord Dynasty Warriors Origins Tomba Special Edition LEGO Deku Tree Picross S: Namco Legendary Edition Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth HUMANITY Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game Dead By Daylight Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:46:50

This week! The console wars of the 80s are over, Picross stays winning, the rumor of a new Astro Bot has us excited, plus more Like A Dragon, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, Dave the Diver, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Namco Picross Atari acquires the Intellivision brand and 200 games New Astro Bot announcement imminent IGN buys a bunch of gaming sites Nintendo acquires porting studio Nintendo to open a store in San Francisco Copilot AI gives Minecraft player advice Petal Meadows Acoustic Cover Heading Out Hellblade II Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Dave the Diver Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:37:26

As we put a bow on our virtual round table regarding Final Fantasy 4, there's still so much to discuss. In this, the third and final installment on FF4, we take a shotgun approach to the stories by sharing - well - all the things we didn't on the previous episodes. We talk themes, story, logos, sound effects, and one particularly nasty wall in this omnibus episode. STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI)Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)Moses aka @thewellredmage of the-pixels.com and Gamelogica on YouTubeMustin, music producer (@Mustin)Ryan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (THERyanLindsay)Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming)SONG COVERSMain Theme of FINAL FANTASY IV (Piano Cover) by Animalisa Keys - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlUFeCJ7T5cFinal Fantasy 4 / IV Guitar Cover - Theme of Love by Sam Griffin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-79Ntl3pyHcMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! We remember a friend, Super Mario Land comes to NSO, Phil and CJ continue their Like A Dragon quest, Greg enjoys Crow Country, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Cameron DavisRose and Dahlia Classic Game Boy games (including SML!) come to NSO New Assassin's Creed set in Japan Arcade Archives 2 Neo-Geo GTA6 in fall 2025 2 PlayStation CEOs to replace Jim Ryan Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Logiart Grimoire Crow Country Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Super Mario Land Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:21:36

Last week, we started the FF4 fire by documenting our initial impressions. On this week's episode, we go deeper into the big (and small) moments that left an impact along with the  characters that made this SNES launch title a game to remember. STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart)John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova) Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI)Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)Mike Albertin of Games My Mom Found Podcast (@mom_found)Moses aka @thewellredmage of the-pixels.com and Gamelogica on YouTubeRyan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (THERyanLindsay)Trevor and Jeff of New Dad Gaming Podcast (@NewDadGaming)SONG COVERSFinal Fantasy IV - Overworld Main Theme - Classical Guitar Cover by Atomix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hux9iMPdYkQFinal Fantasy 4 Celtic Moon Track 5 Main Theme by Ozzylifeson Soundtracks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX2vIjZgxuY&list=PLBCFB68C388EC836D&index=5FINAL FANTASY IV: 'Rydia's Theme' | Classical Guitar | John Oeth by John Oeth - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgsyimjKsxkMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! The industry bums us out, PlayStation reverses their PSN requirement in Helldivers, Switch 2 announcement coming soon, CJ and Phil are still loving Like A Dragon, and we played games like Little Kitty Big City, Surmount, Heading Out, Pac-Man Chomp Champs, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Microsoft closes a bunch of studios Why Microsoft is closing studios Closures to keep the business healthy More cuts coming? PlayStation reverses course on PSN requirement for Helldivers 2 Hades 2 released in early access Nintendo World Championship: NES Edition announced, out 7/18 Switch 2 will be announced this fiscal year Switch 2 specs seemingly leak from customs/shipping info Sonic Rumble announced, Fall Guys-like? Clear Sky Resorts - Grand Canyon Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns Little Kitty, Big City Surmount Logiart Grimoire Yakuza 7: Like A Dragon Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Pac-Man Chomp Champs Heading Out Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:57:06

In the winter of 1991, Final Fantasy 2 stormed onto North American shores as an SNES launch title and was met with middling enthusiasm. US gamers were too busy stomping Goombas and driving hovercrafts  to worry about turn based combat and wandering in circles.But for those who took the plunge, they discovered not only a love for the series but a new genre to adore. Join myself and a host of  fans as we share our earliest recollections and memories of Final Fantasy 2 - I mean, 4. STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)Greg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova)Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI)Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)Mike Albertin of Games My Mom Found Podcast (@mom_found)Moses aka @thewellredmage of the-pixels.com and Gamelogica on YouTubeMustin, music producer (@Mustin)Ryan Lindsay of KISS 105.3 in Ottawa (THERyanLindsay) Wade aka (@ProfNoctis)SONG COVERSFinal Fantasy IV - Welcome to Our Town (Harp Solo) by Harpsibored - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvnWlk5OyO0Main Theme of FINAL FANTASY IV (Piano Cover) by Animalisa Keys - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlUFeCJ7T5cFINAL FANTASY IV: 'Rydia's Theme' | Classical Guitar | John Oeth by John Oeth - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgsyimjKsxkMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the Show.

This week! While CJ is away, Phil and Greg talk about what they played! Also: What's this about some new Nintendo World Championship thing? Slurpee Tetris, Arkham game for the Quest, HUMANITY coming to Xbox, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Nintendo World Championship NES Edition Tetris 7-Eleven handheld  Batman: Arkham Shadow announced for Quest 3 Q Games reveals All You Need Is Help HUMANITY announced for Xbox Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Endless Ocean Luminous Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:27:35

This week! Atari brings back Infogrames, NSO gets Acclaim N64 classics, Numan Athletics is great, Another Crab's Treasure, Logiart Grimoire, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Atari relaunches Infogrames Extreme G and Iggy's Reckin' Balls land on NSO Animal Crossing LEGO w/KK Slider is happening in August Embracer Group announces plans to split into three separate companies Arcade Archives: Numan Athletics Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster Picross Logiart Grimoire Strider / Strider 2 Yakuza 7: Like A Dragon Sea of Thieves Another Crab's Treasure Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:31:48

This week! More Star Wars Outlaws edition talk, Fallout is great, Golden Axe could be an awesome show, Nintendo's Indie World Showcase, Yakuza Like A Dragon, Virtual Boy on 3DS, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Indie World Showcase YT video Nintendo Indie World Showcase Everything announced at the Indie World Showcase Sea of Thieves hits 40 million players Fallout games popular amidst the popularity of TV show Fallout 76 beats its concurrent record The Epyx Collection: Handheld brings California Games and five other Atari Lynx games to Switch Comedy Central announces animated Golden Axe Sega show Ubisoft responds to criticism of Star Wars Outlaws' Season Pass-exclusive mission Yakuza: Like A Dragon Gigantic Rampage Edition Dadish 3 Wrecking Crew ‘98 Sea of Thieves Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:46:15

This week! Star Wars Outlaws trailer, Rogue Prince of Persia, new Super NES NSO games, Dead Space sequel not happening, more Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster, Ms. Pac-Man, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Star Wars Outlaws Story trailer / August 30 release The Rogue Prince of Persia announced Pac-Man Chomp Champs releases on May 9, Klonoa hat Vampire Survivors Contra DLC New NSO games include Wrecking Crew ‘98 and Sugoi Hebereke New Dead Space not happening Demo and preorder up for Logiart Grimoire Switch Clap Hanz VR golf game Ultimate Swing Golf is out May 16 Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster iRacing Ms. Pac-Man Yakuza: Like A Dragon Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:46:46

While we were stomping Goombas and hunting ducks, Japanese gamers were embarking on epic NES adventures. When the missing Final Fantasy 2 and 3 were finally released to the West, fans were excited. Finally, we could try those missing 8-bit epics without downloading sketchy emulators and learning Japanese. While the reality never lived up to the hype, the NES sequels earned the respect of the community, even if they didn't quite live up to the loft standards of 1 and 4. On this edition of A Gamer Looks at 40, we explore this JRPG two-some and do some memory mining of our very own.STARRING (All handles from Twitter)Aiden Moher (@adribbleofink)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)@DancarnateGreg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Mekel Kasanova (@MekelKasanova) Mike of the Distorted Illuminations YouTube channel (@MadMonarch_DI) Moses aka @thewellredmage of the-pixels.com and Gamelogica on YouTubeNate McLellan (@natedoescomedy79 on TikTok)Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSFINAL FANTASY II: 'Town' | Classical Guitar by John Oeth Guitar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZwJ-Ap82FoFinal Fantasy II - Tower of the Magi (Harp Solo) by Harpsibored - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdMwNDcl1Bs My Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

This week! Game preservation means forward compatibility (and continued sales of older titles), iOS gets emulators but maybe not the one it needs, Phil and CJ continue geeking out on Yakuza 7: Like A Dragon, we get a lengthy lesson in IHOP DLC, Greg finishes the Final Fantasy II Pixel Remaster, and much, much more. Links of interest: Xbox has established a team dedicated to game preservation Apple lifts App Store ban on game emulators NeoSprint, Atari's reboot of its Sprint racing series, comes to PC and consoles this summer Consumers were mostly playing older games in 2023, report suggests '90s FPS PO'ed is seemingly getting a remaster by Nightdive Studios Dave the Diver plunges into PlayStation Plus Game Catalog April 16 Yakuza: Like A Dragon Super Monsters Ate My Condo+ IHOP Sonic Final Fantasy II Pixel Remaster Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:36:41

On Part 1 of our two part exploration of the original Final Fantasy, we talked intros and first impressions. For Part 2, we start by talking about the game's many inspirations and the amazing moments that blew our 10 year old minds. A mixed bag of topics that somehow ties into the overall theme of this series: Final Fantasy 1 is a classic for a reason, warts and all. Oh, and we talk about Warmech. Lots and lots of Warmech. STARRING (all handles from Twitter)Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games (@HawkHellfire)@DancarnateGreg Sewart of the Player One Podcast and Generation 16 (@sewart) John Trenbeath (@crazyjohnt)Julian Titus (@julian_titus) of The Stage Select Podcast (@StageSelectPod)Matt of the Backlog Busters (@skinnymattk)Mike aka MageORage on Twitch and YouTube (@mageorage)Nate McLellan (@natedoescomedy79 on TikTok)Ryan aka @GameswCoffeeSONG COVERSFinal Fantasy: Main Theme (String Quartet) - ft. Israfelcello by Patti Rudisill - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ii3IEp4UiL8Let The Battle Begin | Final Fantasy VII | MES by Mariachi Entertainment System - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRvwScxf1KwMy Website: agamerlooksat40.comMy Discord: https://discord.com/invite/SdaE4atGjCMy Twitter: @agamerlooksat40My TikTok: @agamerlooksat40My Facebook: facebook.com/agamerlooksat40My Insta: @agamerlooksat40My Patreon: patreon.com/agamerlooksat40My Email: agamerlooksat40@gmail.comMy Phone Number: Ehhhhh, not gonna happen. :-D  Support the show

This week! Phil and CJ spend a whole lot of time talking about Like A Dragon, Embracer continues shedding studios, Predator hops to more platforms, VR games that deserve respect, Pepper Grinder, Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster, Hebereke Enjoy Edition, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Take-Two is acquiring Borderlands maker Gearbox from Embracer for $460M Marvel Rivals revealed as 6v6 team shooter from CoD and Battlefield devs GBA racer F-Zero Maximum Velocity is coming to Switch Online this week PS5's Game Help feature is expanding with user-generated videos Predator: Hunting Grounds coming to PS5, Xbox Series in late 2024; IllFonic to take over publishing Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster A Gamer Looks At 40: Final Fantasy Yakuza: Like A Dragon Max Mustard Swarm 2 Pepper Grinder Hebereke Enjoy Edition Hebereke Life Is Strange Stellar Blade (demo) Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:41:17

This week! PS VR2 production is paused, Princess Peach Showtime, Helldivers 2, Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Sand Land (demo), CJ likes anime (and so does his daughter), Phil's favorite Disneyland food, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Zelda movie director says he wants it to be ‘serious and cool, but fun and whimsical' Princess Peach Showtime is Goemon designer's first directorial role in over 25 years Remake of cult Dreamcast ‘cute em up' Rainbow Cotton is coming in May A year after launch, PlayStation has reportedly paused PS VR2 production due to slow sales Max Mustard Helldivers 2 Princess Peach Showtime (demo) Yakuza: Like A Dragon Sand Land Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:32:56

This week! PS5 Pro talk, Exoprimal Mega Man, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, Logiart Grimoire, Helldivers 2, HUMANITY, our commentary on fast food burgers, and much, much more. Links of interest: Rumor of PS5 Pro launching this holiday Exoprimal Mega Man collab Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story Terror of Hemasaurus Logiart Grimoire Yakuza: Like A Dragon Helldivers 2 Swarm 2 HUMANITY (Meta Quest) Bioshock Infinite Spoilercast Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Gain Ground - Generation 16 #130 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:36:48

This week! Phil's trip to Disneyland, Mar10 day festivities, the new Fallout show, Alan Wake II, Lunar: The Silver Star, Picross S+, Ufouria: The Saga 2, Helldivers 2, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Adult Swim games being removed from digital stores Mario movie sequel coming in 2026 Some Mario classics coming to NSO Thousand Year Door and Luigi's Mansion 2 dates confirmed Akira Toriyama passes away New Fallout series trailer Xbox Partner Preview EA puts classic games on Steam Alan Wake II Lunar: The Silver Star (Sega CD) Yakuza: Like A Dragon Picross S+ Ufouria: The Saga 2 Helldivers 2 Pocket Card Jockey Ride On! Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:36:20

This week! Industry layoffs and game cancelations continue, the acquisition sprees of recent years start to unwind themselves, Helldivers 2 is an awesome video game, the Atari 2600+ is pure nostalgia, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: More layoffs - EA, Sony, Deck Nine, Supermassive Twisted Metal game canceled Toys For Bob Goes Independent Saber Interactive buys itself back Gearbox might be next Remedy gets rights to Control back from 505 Games Meta Quest+ gets Game Catalog Helldivers 2 Atari 2600+ Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:15:03

This week! A Nintendo Partner Showcase hits and brings some awesome games with it, Microsoft's first multiplatform games are made official, Like A Dragon, Contra: Operation Galuga, Helldivers 2, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Licensed to Ill Columbia House Picross S+ Feb. 29 Nintendo Partner Direct HiFi Rush out March 19 Sea of Thieves is releasing on PS5 on April 30 Rare games added to NSO Japan got Mother 3 on GBA NSO Llamasoft Gold Master Series out March 13 Sony working on PC support for PS VR2 HUMANITY announced for Meta Quest Yakuza: Like A Dragon Suika Game Multi-Player Mode Expansion Pack Contra: Operation Galuga Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On Helldivers 2 Balatro Fortnite Festival Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts   Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:40:11

This week! Microsoft's business update, rumors of a Switch 2 delay to 2025 and a new Astro Bot game, plus Silent Hill: The Short Message, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, Helldivers 2, Mario Vs. Donkey Kong, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Xbox's Promise to Bring More Games to More Players Around the World Microsoft to bring 4 games to other platforms The rumored games New hardware is coming Nintendo Partner Direct this week maybe Switch 2 not until early 2025 Alan Wake 2 Remedy's fastest-selling game New Astro Bot game? Silent Hill: The Short Message Tomb Raider I II IIII Remaster Helldivers 2 Banishers: Ghost of New Eden Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Skull & Bones Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:32:55

This week! Xbox lines up multiplatform strategy, Skull & Bones is quadruple-A, TMNT in Fortnite, Helldivers 2 is Starship Troopers, Silent Hill: A Short Message, Goodboy Galaxy, Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Love in this Club Rockafire Explosion Starfield, Indy, more to go multiplatform? Microsoft to offer update on their strategy this week Xbox won't stop making consoles PS5 outsold Xbox 2 to 1 Skull and Bones is “AAAA” says Guillemot TMNT event in Fortnite Disney invests in Epic, Fortnite Helldivers 2 is PlayStation's biggest Steam launch Starship Troopers trailer Skull & Bones Pacific Drive Rotwood Silent Hill: A Short Message Alan Wake II Clockwork Knight Goodboy Galaxy: Chapter Zero Demo Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:29:58

This week! Hifi Rush tips off Xbox multiplatform strategy, Celeste 64, the State of Play, Alan Wake jump scares, Minecraft Godzilla, Tekken 8, Brotato, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Celeste 64 Hifi Rush multiplatform t-shirts Sonic x Shadow Generations Stellar Blade Ken Levine's Judas Until Dawn remaster Dave the Diver x Godzilla State of Play wrap-up Alan Wake patch turns down jump scares Tekken 8 Minecraft Godzilla Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Brotato BEAST (Apple Arcade) Pepper Grinder Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Alan Wake II Advance Wars 1+2 Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:41:38

This week! Job cuts, online connectivity ends for 3DS/Wii U, Until Dawn remake, State of Play rumors, Switch 2 rumors, Alan Wake II, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Sea of Thieves Season 11, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Until Dawn remake/remaster 3DS/Wii U online connectivity ending Microsoft cuts 1900 jobs Pink Joy-con, Princess Peach Showtime Nintendo Switch 2 with 8” LCD screen Arcade Paradise Meta Quest Alan Wake II Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Sea of Thieves Season 11 Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:24:55

This week! The good stuff from the Xbox Developer Direct, Foamstars, Prince of Persia, Sea of Thieves' big Season 11 changes, you may have missed the release of The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of Interest: Foamstars out Feb. 6 Rock Band DLC ends after 8 years Xbox Developer Direct Hellblade 2 will be similar length to the first game Indiana Jones & The Great Circle Avowed Sea of Thieves Season 11 trailer Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown PoP text-to-speech character Alan Wake II Gran Turismo Sport Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:44:34

This week! Prince of Persia introduces a significant UX improvement to the explore-em-up genre, we're getting Golden Sun on NSO, Konami retro collections, Xbox Developer Direct, Alan Wake 2 continues to be excellent, hey maybe Sea of Thieves will be out on PlayStation at some point, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Sea of Thieves / HiFi Rush coming to PlayStation/Switch? Golden Sun games coming to NSO Rocket Knight and Felix collections coming TLOU season 2 has its Abby Hyperkin Mega 95 Patapon something shown during CES presentation Gravity Rush film footage shown at CES Xbox Developer Direct happening January 18 Brian Cox Tekken trailer Cosmic Fantasy Collection Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Alan Wake 2 Analogue Pocket Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:42:10

This week! We kick off the new year talking Miyamoto retirement, NES Tetris, Alan Wake II, laserdisc gaming, the OG Silpheed, Super Mario RPG, and much, much more. Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Miyamoto “no plans to retire” Willis Gibson beats NES Tetris JAWS pinball Alan Wake II Analogue Duo Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Taito LD Game Collection EGG Console Silpheed Mystic Warriors: Wrath of the Ninjas Far Cry 6 Immortals of Aveum Super Mario RPG Sushi Ben Racket Club VR Walkabout Minigolf Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 1:41:25

This week! It's a look back at our favorite games from 2023, plus many other year-end categories. You'll laugh, maybe cry, but hopefully be entertained by this rundown of a great year in games (even if it wasn't for the industry as a whole). Join us, won't you? Links of interest: Phil Theobald's GOTY for Giant Bomb Greg Sewart's GOTY for Giant Bomb Chris Johnston's GOTY list for Giant Bomb Game Maker's Notebook w/Brian Intihar Game Maker's Notebook w/John Johannes Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page The Player One Podcast t-shirt The Player One Podcast mug ResetEra Player One Podcast Topic Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Sega's Civil War - Generation 16 #129 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 2:29:59