RPGFan's Retro Encounter

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Jun 1, 2016 • 1h 19min

37 - The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Part I

Retro Encounter embarks on a journey in The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask to beat the Skull Kid and his menacing moon. We discuss our history with Zelda, what makes Majora's Mask both special and different from the other games in the series and the plethora of upgrades to the 3DS port. Finally, there is plenty of talk surrounding the time mechanic and how that affects the experience.Featuring: Josh Curry, Chris Gebauer, Alana Hagues, Stephanie SybydloNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 15-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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May 26, 2016 • 1h 11min

36 - SNES Encounter

Retro Encounter is hit with a wave of nostalgia as we reminisce about the SNES. We talk about our favorite games, its effect on the gaming industry and how the US missed out on so many great games. We wrap up by giving suggestions to Josh on what games he should try.Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Davi TesnovichNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally an un-numbered Bonus Round. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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May 20, 2016 • 46min

35 - The World Ends With You Part II

Retro Encounter finishes The World Ends With You but remains confused on some details of the story. In turn, we talk about the Reaper's Game and try to parse out how it came into being. However, the main thrust of the conversation focuses on the characters, their story arcs and how your partners aid in Neku's transformation.Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike SollosiNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 14-2. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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May 12, 2016 • 49min

34 - The World Ends With You Part I

Retro Encounter traverses Tokyo in this episode in hopes of winning the Reapers' Game. We focus the discussion on The World Ends With You's combat system and our thoughts on the characters. We agree that Neku is unlikeable during the first couple days but will we ultimately find him to be endearing?Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike SollosiNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 14-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Apr 20, 2016 • 1h 13min

33 - NieR Part II

Retro Encounter puts on our detective hats as we decipher the unexpected betrayals, surprise twists and multiple endings of NieR. This podcast heavily focuses on plot as we talk about the Emil's coming of age, Kaine's cycle of death and resurrection and our favorite moments, characters and bosses of NieR.Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Alana HaguesNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 13-2. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Apr 6, 2016 • 58min

32 - NieR Part I

Retro Encounter goes on an epic adventure to save our daughter and destroy the shades in the process. We discuss the combat, the crazy story, talking books and of course, Kaine's outfit.Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Chris Gebauer, Alana HaguesNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 13-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Apr 1, 2016 • 23min

31 - Tetris

Retro Encounter discusses how Tetris revolutionized video games, won the Cold War and still had time to be the best RPG of all-time with its memorable characters and riveting plot. This is not an episode that you will want to miss!!Featuring: Josh Curry, Mike Sollosi, Peter Triezenberg, Marcos Gaspar, John TuckerNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally an un-numbered Bonus Round. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Mar 14, 2016 • 44min

30 - Juniper's Knot

Retro Encounter finds a refreshing experience in Juniper's Knot. We put away our swords and grinding attitudes to experience this emotional story of two individuals who find companionship in one another. We discuss how the story excels, our thoughts on the characters and of course that ending. Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 12. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Mar 8, 2016 • 56min

29 - To The Moon

Retro Encounter sifts through timelines and memories as we try to give a man his dying wish in To the Moon. We discuss the effectiveness of the narrative, if Johnny was a good person, and how sad the tragic tale of Johnny and River is.Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Mike Sollosi, Peter TriezenbergNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 11. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom
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Feb 28, 2016 • 1h 16min

28 - Gone Home

Retro Encounter returns home only to find it empty. Listen as we discuss our experiences uncovering the mysteries in Gone Home. We have a spirited debate on the quality of the story, characters and method of storytelling. Ultimately, we examine the emotional resonance the game had on each of us.Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Chris Gebauer, Robert FennerNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 10. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

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