RPGFan's Retro Encounter

Retro Encounter tackles the classic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and raises the question of is it best to be the first or is it best to be the best. The Retro Crew discusses our personal history with the series and how that affects our personal thoughts of the playthrough. The beauty of having an inverted castle, playing the game of Richter and the Kojima-esque intro of SOTN is all touched on. We wrap up the discussion with a talk about our favorite horror games of all time and what elements make horror effective.Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos Gaspar, Peter Triezenberg, Chris GebauerNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 6. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Terranigma ends in total craziness but somehow provides a satisfying resolution, or does it? We try to decipher what happened and determine Ark's role in the events of beating Dark Gaia. With the vagueness of the ending, the Retro Crew talks what makes a good ending. Finally, it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without the talk getting seriously sidetracked; somehow the talk turns into a debate on game preservation and the role of emulators.Finally, we wish to extend our thanks to Martin Denk for giving us the permission to use music from his Terranigma unofficial soundtrack! See its VGMdb listing here.Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter TriezenbergNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 5-3. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

We are in the thick of Terranigma and with it comes the responsibility of resurrecting the plants, animals and humans. Although we have complaints about the confusing level design, the game's endearing weirdness and creative boss designs keep the Retro Crew excited to see the ending. We wrap up the discussion by teaching Josh the power of magic rocks and arguing the virtues of protecting lost lions.Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter TriezenbergNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 5-2. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Seems like Terranigma wasn't quite what some of us expected, but in a good way! A few embarrassing stories are shared before comparisons to other games lead to a conversation on what our favorite Zelda game is. We wrap up the podcast by trying to unpack what is actually going on in Terranigma; as Davi perfectly explains: it's an enigma!!Featuring: Josh Curry, Davi Tesnovich, Jesse Woo, Peter TriezenbergNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 5-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Another month down, another game completed. The Last Story generates different reactions but in the end, somehow, we find common ground when we review the game. That's right, you read that correctly, the Retro Crew reviews a game. Join us as we talk character motives, our favorite epilogues, the final boss battle and the legacy of Mistwalker. And of course it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without us talking music.Featuring: Josh Curry, Michael Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 4-3. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

The Retro Crew reassembles to discuss the middle of The Last Story. Some of the luster of this innovative game has faded as we start our deep dive on what is good, bad and confusing. MMOs, game structure, boss battles, the music and our hopes for the ending of The Last Story are all touched on before we move onto more important topics. There is no talk about fighting games this time around, but it wouldn't be a Retro Encounter without talking about the potential perfect couples. Of course, lovers theory would have been more sensical if we could remember everyone's name, right? Get prepared to be introduced to Dangan Ranpa, Lowes, Eyepatch Dude, and Count Dracula!Featuring: Josh Curry, Michael Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 4-2. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Join our motley crew of quick-witted editors as we adventure through the island of Lazulis in this month's Retro Encounter game, The Last Story! In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the combat, the "lonely" narrator, invisible dyes, Zael forgetting the beer, cartoony trap doors, Cat Ganondorf, Sterling Archer, and other interesting topics.Featuring: Josh Curry, Michael Sollosi, Davi Tesnovich, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 4-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

The Retro Encounter crew wrap up their expedition into the land of Ivalice in our last episode on Final Fantasy Tactics. We discuss final parties, sidequests, that manipulative anti-hero, Delita, and the shockers of the game's ending. You could say we have a "good feeling" about this game as we talk final thoughts and get pumped for our next adventure!Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Caitlin Argyros, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 3-3. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

The intrepid crew of Retro Encounter continues their mission to explore the land of Ivalice, to seek out new alliances and new job classes, and boldly go where no Squire has gone before. In this episode, we talk about the Zodiac Stones and what they add to (or detract from) the main plot, why Chocobos breed like... well, like Chocobos, and get a live reaction to one of the more infamous portions of the game.Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Caitlin Argyros, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 3-2. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Join the Retro Crew as we talk about how amazing Final Fantasy Tactics is! Discussion revolves around our history with the game, how intimidating it is for new players, and the best job classes and the differences between the original and War of the Lions versions. It is important to note that with the Fourth of July firework festivities and a myriad of Internet issues, parts of the recording suffer from technical difficulties. Those worried about listening to an entertaining podcast should proceed with caution.Featuring: Josh Curry, Peter Triezenberg, Caitlin Argyros, Marcos GasparNote: We had to re-number our episodes several years after publishing. This was originally Episode 3-1. Don't worry, you're not missing anything!Get in Touch: RPGFan.comEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom