Best 100 Retro Gaming Podcasts in the US

The Retro Handhelds Podcast is your weekly hangout for everything portable gaming. From the latest emulator updates and hardware drops to the classics we grew up on, we cover it all—with zero pretension and plenty of 'dad' energy. Join showrunners Stubbs and Rob the Retro Tech Dad, along with a rotating cast of community favorites, as they break down the news, review the newest devices, and argue about which buttons feel 'mushy.' Whether you're a tinker-happy emu-enthusiast or just looking for something to play on the couch, you're welcome here. Expect: Honest reviews, emulation guides, streaming setups, and absolutely no shenanigans. (Okay, maybe SOME shenanigans). more

One feed containing ALL the latest episodes of ALL the FrogPants Studios podcasts! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Retro gaming in the modern world!Each week Dan, John and Sam chat about current retro gaming news, reviews, collecting, and more! more

Daily Nintendo news, Switch 2 updates, retro deep dives, and real conversations about everything happening in the world of Nintendo. New episodes every day. more

Join the RPGFan crew as they play through and discuss classic RPGs and adventure games!

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Nerd Cave Retro is a podcast dedicated to those who grew up in the '80's, '90's, & 00's with Classic Video Games. Hosts Derek Diamond and Jason Robbins review and discuss their memories of old school gaming classics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Scott Johnson and Brian Dunaway talk about retro video games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Join hosts and industry veterans Brett Douville and Tim Longo as they discuss older titles and the impact they had on the games industry, as well as any lessons that could be taken away even today. Play along! more

Industry expert Frank Cifaldi, Executive Director of the Video Game History Foundation, brings on fellow content creators, game developers, video game historians, and storytellers to teach us a little bit about video game history. Our casual, 'chatting over coffee' style interviews let us see the true life of a researcher: bang-your-head-against-a-wall dead-ends, 'I can't believe no one's told this story before' moments, the thrill of sharing incredible history with the world, and more. Pull up a chair and join us! more

Retro-gaming news, interviews, nerdversations and more!

The Legacy Music Hour podcast was created by Brent Weinbach and Rob F. for the purpose of sharing and talking about video game music from specifically the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. No remixes, no covers, no video game inspired music -just pure, original music from the NES, SNES, Genesis, and more. more

Three old guys talk about old games

ONE RAD PODCAST is a video game review show that covers everything from classic hits and retro oddities to the latest indie releases. Hosted by Kyle VonKubik—who's been talking games on the mic since 2006—and joined by a rotating crew of co-hosts, each episode blends humor, passion, and a wealth of knowledge. Whether you're revisiting old favorites or discovering something new, ONE RAD PODCAST keeps the conversation fun, insightful, and always RAD. more

Join the HG101 gang as they rank the games YOU nominate in their ever growing list, the Top 47,858 Games of All Time. Brought to you by the one and only HardcoreGaming101.net. more

A Point & Click Adventure Game Podcast, Classic & Modern- New episodes every other Tuesday!

I'm your host Scuba Steve and thanks for checking out my mediocre podcast! Every week here we pick a nice ol' retro video game. We're gonna travel back in time, we'll talk all the movies, shows and toys that surround that game. Then we'll get into the game - go over the vitals, box art, characters, levels, music, check out some comments and reviews and a whole bunch of other stuff. At the end we'll give this game some awards, slap a ranking on this thing and determine once and for all if that game rules! Thanks again for listening! Find us on Facebook - YouTube - Instagram - Tiktok Send Messages: ****@gmail.com more

Retro Game Club is a podcast about retro gaming with a focus on programming, emulation, and projects you can do at home.Each episode, we will have two games you can play with us and give us feedback before the next episode. We will also have a topic or project of the week that will be the focus of the conversation. more

Three guys get together every couple weeks and discuss a 'classic' game from the 32-bit era of consoles back to the dawn of the hobby. Tie-in podcast to Retrovania.net. more

|| Catch the LIVE shows by going to Facebook, Twitch and Youtube @TIMELESS GAMERS SHOW || --- TIMELESS GAMERS SHOW is a podcast hosted by retro gamers - where they discuss everything about video games. more

Tyler Ostby and Mike Coletta dive into the history of video games from the beginning. From pinball to PlayStation, Tyler and Mike cover it all! Check out new episodes every Monday! more

Step into a time machine of retro fun with Time Blaster Toycast, a nostalgia-packed podcast celebrating the best of 80s and 90s pop culture. Each week, hosts Keith, Dave and Mel dive into retro toys, action figures, video games, junk food, and classic geek culture that defined a generation.From Saturday morning cartoons and toy aisles to arcade cabinets and blockbuster movies, this retro podcast is your weekly dose of 80s nostalgia and 90s nostalgia. So hop in our DeLorean and travel back in time with us: to when toys were cooler, movies were funnier, times were simpler and life in general was just MORE RAD!Got a question, comment or idea for our show? The Time Blaster Toy Line is open 24/7! Give us a call us at 313-800-TOYS or you can shoot us a text at 313-284-1111.For all interview requests or media inquiries, email us at ****@timeblastertoys.com more

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

The Game Deflators are a couple of gamers from Phoenix Arizona that are obsessed with video games dungeons and dragons, and all things nerdy. Check out their weekly episodes for gaming news, discussions and video game reviews. more

With over 174 years of gaming experience at our table, our rotating hosts will take you back to your favorite retro games and culture! From the distant 80's to a far flung 65 billion years in the future, come level up, and listen to the Press B to Cancel podcast. Visit us at https://pressbtocancel.com or say hi on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/pressbtocancel.pressb.org more

New Game Plus is a podcast dedicated to retro gaming. Three guys take seven days to play one old game and then they talk about it. E-mail game suggestions and commentary to ****@gmail.com. more

A Nostalgic podcast about retro gaming, movies/tv, music and pop culture from the 80's, 90's and early 2000's.  more

A show about video games, video game culture and video game history. New episodes every Sunday at 7PM EST.

The C64 NTSC/PAL Disk Magazine also has a podcast. In this podcast we talk to VIPs in the tech area that have something to plug and tell to our listeners. So far we have had high profile guests since the beginning of the show and will have in the future! We also keep up on the current development of things of our past guests! more

Retro Hangover is a podcast in which your hosts, Shane Selterre and Chris Coplien, spotlight a different piece of video game history (be it a specific title, console, company, or person) each episode. They provide a brief background, discuss their personal experiences, as well as their favorites aspects of the item in question. Oh, and there's beer. more

A half hour of the smoothest video game music on the planet.

Retro Warriors is a podcast about retro games hosted by Justin Baker and Chris Saturn. We cover all things retro, with a passion for the 8-bit and 16-bit eras of gaming. more

We are NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK, the SouthEast's Premier Video Game Podcast. Join us weekly for news, impressions, reviews and streaming. more

Comedian Adam Blank hosts 'Remember The Game?', a retro gaming podcast. Each week, Adam and his guest will select a video game that they grew up playing, and spend time reminiscing about what they loved (or hated) about it. Not intended to be a history lesson, 'Remember The Game?' is more like a conversation you'd overhear on the playground as a kid. The discussions are all over the place, and are guaranteed to fill you with that warm, nostalgic feeling. (Or rage, like you felt with the underwater level in the original Ninja Turtles game). Either way, it's gonna be fun! New episodes every Wednesday! more

Join us as we dive into the world of retro gaming with special guests from across TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, and more! From discussing classic games to modern-day streaming and content creation, we explore it all. Expect interviews, nostalgic throwbacks, top ten rankings, and even some modern gaming news along the way. Whether you're a retro game enthusiast or a content creator looking for inspiration, BoxTrick has something for everyone! more

Amigos Retro Gaming is a conversational, congenial series of podcasts about the computers and consoles of your youth. Includes Amigos: Everything Amiga, ARG Presents, Sprite Castle, and Pixel Gaiden!Amigos: Everything Amiga - https://www.everythingamiga.com/ARG Presents - http://anchor.fm/arg-presentsSprite Castle - http://podcast.robohara.com/sprite-castle/Pixel Gaiden - https://pixelgaiden.podbean.com/ more

Instead of remembering them, we go and play them.

We cover a wide variety of video game topics. Although we will cover a variety of topics, our main focus will be on going over our impressions of games with shorter experience like retro and indie games. more

Welcome to The SNES Podcast, brought you bi-weekly by your hosts Greg (AKA SoulBlazer) and Joe. This is a podcast dedicated to talking about the games of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Any feedback, comments, suggestions, etc. please post on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/thesnespodcast or e-mail us at ****@yahoo.com more

Welcome to Legion Gaming! A retro gaming retrospective podcast hosted by lifelong best friends (really, over 30 years), Donny (DonVanDam) and Deucy. We love to talk about video games and share our passion with other gamers. Each episode we'll revisit some of our favorite video games over the last 35+ years and talk about development, history, memories, and how well these games hold up. Go back to the future and get ready for Deep Dives, Top 10 Lists, Retrospective comparisons, and more! New episodes every other Friday! Follow us and tell let us know what you want to hear! ****@gmail.com BlueSky: LegionGamingPod Instagram: LegionGamingPodcast more

NEStalgia is a chronological exploration of EVERY NES game released in North America. Join us and play along on our journey to EVERY Nintendo Entertainment System game. more

Dan and Kris are two old-ish guys from New Jersey who love talking about video games. Every week, they gather together and spend a few hours doing just that! Whether it's discovering old classics that got by them, or diving into the latest and greatest, Dan and Kris talk about it all. Join them as they bring you interviews, trivia specials, and regular segments like the SAG Cartoon Express and more! And for a bonus, you can try and figure out what each episode is about based on their nonsensical titles. New episodes every Friday. more

Do you like video games? Well since you are here you probably do! Here at the X Button Gaming podcast we discuss all kinds of different video game subjects, both retro and modern, and lots of talk on game collecting! Come join the fun! more

Cody, Tim, and Eric explore the world of retro gaming across all generations.

We cover Atari news, reviews, and a special feature each show for the Atari 8-bit line of computers (400/800/XL/XE/XEGS) more

Generation X. If you grew up in the 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s, you know just how cool it was to be a kid back then. We had the greatest music, movies, games, technology, and pop culture of any generation, and though we've grown older, we have refused to outgrow our love of everything GenX. GenXGrownUp looks at yesterday and today through the eyes of Generation X'ers who have refused to grow up! more

The games we love reveal something true about who we are, and about the world that made them. They Create Worlds is a podcast about the people, technology, and forces that built the video game industry. Through video game history, the show looks at how culture, business, and technology shaped what we play, tracing the choices and circumstances that led to the games so many people around the world enjoy. Each episode digs into where games came from, who made them, and why they were made the way they were. Business decisions, technological shifts, and creative choices all shaped what ended up on screen, and the show covers all of it together, not just one piece in isolation. Hosted by Alex Smith and Jeffrey Daum, They Create Worlds grew out of long conversations about the strange corners of the industry and the patterns that only show up when you look across companies, platforms, and decades. That conversational feel remains, built on careful research, clear structure and editing that makes even the deepest topics easy to listen to. History turns out to be less settled than it looks. New documents surface, memories conflict, and the clean stories about why things happened the way they did rarely survive contact with the evidence. The show digs into all of that, following the creative and business forces that pushed and pulled on each other, and uncovering the human stories that lie beneath the games so many people around the world enjoy. New episodes are released twice a month. more

Smashing Bricks is a retro games podcast in which aging gamers look back on games from 20 or more years ago, with each episode following a replay of one spotlighted game. Host Eddie Inzauto and guests talk history and discuss the newfound appreciation—or perhaps disillusionment—resulting from these book-club-style revisitations. Crank the nostalgia dial up to 10 and get ready to start...Smashing Bricks! more

The WaveBack Music Podcast is all about the most interesting video game music around, and what makes it great. Join Geekade's Kris Randazzo (Stone Age Gamer Podcast) and Matt Raimo (Turning Tracks) as they take a nostalgic trip into the past and present of VGM and explain why these soundtracks are worth listening to whether you're a fan of video games or not. more

A chronological play through of video games

Your home for the best Noise from the YM2612/SN76489, SPC700, 2A03, HuC6280, AY-3-8910, YM2151, LR35902, POKEY, PAULA, SID and beyond! more

Each episode, we discuss at least one classic game each, looking at them from a modern perspective but also remembering where they stand in the evolution of game development. Sometimes they're games we played and loved growing up. Sometimes they're games we missed and are experiencing for the first time. Though we each have our core beloved genres, we all play a variety of games of various styles, eras, and platforms. more

Welcome to ultimate throwback to the golden days of video gaming. We discuss and debate everything from Nintendo to N-Gage, Sega to Sony, ​Virtual Boy to VR, etc. ​Listen or watch everywhere. more

A podcast which shares, discusses and analyzes the best in video game music from all different generations. Topics of discussion include: composition, melody, harmony, chords and rhythm, as well as technical aspects, such as hardware limitations and production. Enjoy a new episode every Monday! more

Each month, members of the RFGeneration.com site participate in a play through of a shoot-em-up game, ranging from classics like R-Type and Gradius to modern 'bullet hell' style games, like DoDonPachi and Ketsui. Shoot the Core-cast is an exploration of these games, and our experiences playing them alongside the site members.https://linktr.ee/shootthecorecast more

A Podcast about growing with a twin brother up In the 70s and 80s, at the dawn of video games, navigating family strife, punk rock, Star Wars obsessions, andtrying to understand the world while developing an inexplicablelove for everything 'Atari'.-- In this podcast we discuss Atari computers and systems, new and old, review new games we collect, talk about all the systems, and the significance they had in our lives and the lives of others, and even talk about them in an historical context with the backdrop the times they were released, and how they are being used now. We do all this in an effort to finally understand the answer to this existential question: what does it mean to have grown up in the generation of 'the Vertical blank.'Credits:Written, Engineered and Produced by Jeff Fulton @8bitrocketWith help from Steve Fulton @fultonbot Branding by Daryl Litts @daryllitts more

Talking All Things SEGA

Join Jason (Producer), Ethan (VP of Games), and a rotating cast of guests from Atari and their development partners for the latest in Atari news, deep-dive developer interviews, and plenty of banter in between. more

The Imperial Scrolls of Honor podcast is comprised of two retroheads, longtime friends Jae Baxtron and Josh Folan, who are analyzing the formative years of the console gaming scene through the prism of early issues of Nintendo Power, Sega Visions and GamePro (and the occasional RANDOM RAG). Guest hosts stop in on occasion to bullshit about RPGs when we dig into a SIDEQUEST. more

Monthly DOS game online discussion and podcast

A PODCAST FOR ARCADE LOVERS. From the owners of 100+ arcade and pinball cabinets, and the proprietors of a real-life arcade comes PODOUKEN, a brand new podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of video arcade games, and explores the history, story, strategy, art, music, restoration, preservation and fun of arcade games. more

Sit back, relax, and hang with us as we discuss topics that range from the Atari 2600 to the PS5, to the NES to the SNES, to Dark Souls to Mega Man, to crows to pigeons, from Mayors to hipsters. No experts here just fans who love retro and modern-day gaming. You can reach us at ****@gmail.com, we hope you'll join us. more

A topic oriented discussion on 80s and 90s pop culture including toys, cartoons, video games and anything else that will tug on our nostalgia strings and wisp us back to our blissful childhood years. Hosted by Duke and Chris. more

Two retro guys talking about classic games

The Gaming Journal is a video game podcast primarily focused on, though not entirely limited to, Japanese role playing games and game collecting. Harkening back to the early days of regular, everyday YouTube game enthusiasts, episodes range from sharing about recent pick-ups and games in the backlog to early impressions and full length discussions! You can visit my infrequently updated blog site at: https://thegamingjournal.game.blog, leave a comment on Spotify to potentially be featured in a future episode, or follow me on X (Twitter) @Gaming_Journal_ or @DanielScott70x7. Ratings and reviews are super appreciated! more

show notes page is at http://www.piefactorypodcast.com

Welcome to the Mind of Smoothie Podcast, the only podcast that let's you into the MIND OF SMOOTHIE! Join me as we discuss classic TV, video games, toys and more. I have a love for things from my childhood and want to share them with you. Along with the retro and nostalgia feels we will also talk new and noteworthy and maybe even have a guest or two stop by! more

The Retro Wildlands, a gaming podcast hosted by Nomad! Nomad invites you to sit by the campfire while he shares with you his thoughts and experiences about a video game he's discovered or rediscovered while roaming the gaming wildlands. Using game music and sound, you'll be pulled right into the game as we go! If you've played the game before, nostalgia surely awaits! If not, you'll figure out if it's a game you want to put your time in or not. So what are you waiting for? Come join our expedition! more

The most definitive retro gaming podcast on the planet. You can expect monthly episodes full of classic gaming news, views and opinions from around the world. Each episode will be overflowing with content and will include:Classic Gaming Guru Interviews.Classic Gaming Related Editorials.Classic Console and Computer Game Rants, Raves & Reviews From Both Sides Of The Pond.What's Old Is New Again.Arcade Game & Pinball Reviews, Rulesets & Hardware Discussions.Monthly Top-10 Lists, Sure to stir up controversy and forum discussions!And More ! more

Weekly podcast focused on more obscure games and systems.

Hey, it's Craig and Dave here with The Bit Effect. Once every so often we sit down to talk all things gaming from retro classics to the newest releases, with plenty of banter and pub-style chat. We break down the mechanics, share our honest thoughts, and keep things mostly spoiler-free (we'll always warn you first if we slip up). Basically, it's just like grabbing a pint with your mates and talking about what's actually worth playing right now. more

An exploration of the history of video games told through the stories of the every day people who lived it. Join me along with a rotating cast of friends, family, gaming journalists, and industry types as we share personal recollections from the last thirty years of gaming, one story at a time.  more

retroGaming, retroAnime, Wrestling podcast [joshi wrestling, Stardom, Marigold, puro wrestling, AEW, and more; retro AJW, NJPW 90s, WCW] Patreon available for bonus content: Joshi wrestling 2010s Journey, Wrestler Rankings, JD Star, LLPW, Starrcades, and more. more

The Retro Blast Podcast is a show dedicated to the video games that shaped us and the experiences and memories that we all hold close to our hearts. - Host Patrick Brickhouse is joined each episode by special guest co-hosts from all across the video gaming community to talk all about these classic games, but to also share the nostalgic experiences and memories surrounding them. And most importantly, why these 'old' games are just so special to many of us. - There are also very special 'Memories' episodes that are fully written and narrated stories (true ones!) that will take you back in time. Episodes like 'The Arcade at the Beach', 'A Kid and his N64', and 'FuncoLand' will take you on pure gaming nostalgia trips to the past that you definitely don't want to miss... - If you're a fan of gaming across consoles like NES, SNES, Sega Genesis or Mega Drive, Game Boy, Game Gear, PlayStation, N64, Saturn, Dreamcast, GameCube, PS2, XBOX and more, then this podcast is made just for you! - Join Patreon for shout-outs, your comments discussed on the show, Discord status, and more! patreon.com/retroblastpodcast Website: www.retroblastpod.com Follow Retro Blast on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/retroblastpod.com more

RETROTOPIA — Three countries, one passion, zero extra lives In a pixel-powered world where video games bridge continents, a Brit, a Canadian, and an American join forces on a quest through gaming's golden years. Welcome to RETROTOPIA — your nostalgic sanctuary for all things classic gaming. Here, Alan, Brian, and Sam fire up the consoles of yesteryear to relive the titles that defined an era. Expect deep dives, spirited debates, and more than a few laughs as they resurrect the legendary games that shaped our past — and maybe our future. Grab your controller, player one — the adventure starts now! Join our PATREON for FREE!: www.patreon.com/retrotopia Find our socials at: linktr.ee/retrotopia Get some Retrotopia MERCH at: retrotopia.dashery.com more

Goobz & Toby pick one retro video game each episode to play. They discuss the history, story, game play, music, fun facts, then rate it at the end from 1-10. The goal is to see which old games hold up today and maybe see if some of our favorites are only good due to nostalgia. The guys mostly play games on NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, SEGA Genesis, Playstation, PS2, and any other dead console they can get their hands on.*ADULT LANGUAGE IS USED* more

Remember those arcade games you played as a kid? They are still out there. Come with us and we will tell you all about what it is like to find, restore, maintain and play these old games. Interested in acquiring games and starting a collection or just hearing some stories and reminiscing about the arcades and games of the past? This is the podcast you've been looking for. more

Monthly show looking back at video game news headlines from 30, 40, and 50 years ago from around the globe.Follow us on Twitter @videonewsr2and consider supporting our patreon at:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=7594060 more

This show covers the golden age of video games...the arcades of the 1970s, 1980s and beyond. I will talk about the arcade games themselves and the vibe of the arcade and why without it we wouldn't have the video games of today. more

Talking about trivia, facts, fan theories and easter eggs from and relating to SEGA games new and old.

The podcast exploring the games and the history of one of Atari's most ambitious home gaming platforms, The Atari 5200 Supersystem. more

We are a retro video game Podcast, that dives deep into games, comics, movies, and TV seasons. We make new content weekly, you never know whats going to pop in our feed. more

Each month, Steve and Korwin choose an old game, play it, affectionately roast it, and present it with a bunch of awards they made up themselves. What aged the best? What aged the worst? Find out which character has the Most Punchable Face, and who will go home with the coveted 'Oops! All Belts' Award for Outstanding Character Design! more

Welcome to Confessions of an Arcade Addict, a podcast about classic video gaming told from a more personal point of view. Join your host Brian, as he meanders through the years of classic arcade gaming through his own memories, insights, and personal stories of classic video games and arcades, from the middle to late 70s right up to the present day.All links pertinent to the show are at linktr.ee/arcadeaddictbrian more