Culture The First Aladdin’s Castle Arcade ToddMitchell, March 31, 2022July 11, 2024 I’ve said a lot about the last Aladdin’s Castle. Let’s talk about a better story: The first Aladdin’s Castle arcade at the Dixie Square Mall in Harvey, IL circa 1969. Continue Reading
Culture Rygar Book Author Brian Riggsbee ToddMitchell, September 2, 2021July 11, 2024 Brian Riggsbee calls in with loads of insight about the arcade classic Rygar and the scoop on the upcoming second edition of his sold-out book, The Legend of Argus: The complete history of Rygar. Continue Reading
Culture Retro Space Ball Developer Rik Oclon ToddMitchell, July 9, 2021July 11, 2024 3D Generalist Rik Oclon calls in to discuss his project Retro Space Ball, how he navigated a huge debacle with a major games publisher (and received no payment), and he gives us some great data about his player base as well as some insight into his marketing and community management… Continue Reading
Culture Boss Fight Books Author Sebastian Deken ToddMitchell, June 17, 2021July 11, 2024 Sebastian Deken calls in to discuss his book, Final Fantasy VI from Boss Fight Books, and how his musical background led to his unique approach in covering the game. We go over the Final Fantasy series’ history in the US and how the games have progressed over time. There is… Continue Reading
Culture NBA Jam Book Author Reyan Ali Returns ToddMitchell, January 17, 2020July 11, 2024 Reyan Ali returns after the launch of NBA Jam from Boss Fight Books to weigh in on Cowboy vs. McGregor, Smash Bros. headlines, the Aaron Hernandez documentary, how to cover up an R. Kelly tattoo, and making loved ones eat just a small, supermarket-sized sampling of crow. Continue Reading
Game Development Retro Developer Paul Nicholas ToddMitchell, September 15, 2017July 10, 2024 Paul Nicholas can’t be stopped. Continue Reading
Game Development The Legend of Extreme Paintbrawl’s Mysterious Soundtrack ToddMitchell, July 12, 2017July 10, 2024 I needed to know the story, and I eventually found it. Continue Reading