The Retro Hour Podcast
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Retro Gaming Podcast from three best mates. We love chatting with people about Retro Tech every week. TheRetroHour.com
Back in the day, GameWinners.com was where we got our cheats. After gaming magazines, where did you find them online?
February 10, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Back in the day, GameWinners.com was where we got our cheats. After gaming magazines, where did you find them online?
Did any of you ever own a PlayStation mouse?
February 6, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Did any of you ever own a PlayStation mouse?
A common fault with some BBC Micros was the power supply letting go, often due to a capacitor popping. Did anyone else ever have a console or computer just blow up on them? Sudden pop, smoke, dead silence, never to boot again.
February 5, 2026 at 11:03 AM
A common fault with some BBC Micros was the power supply letting go, often due to a capacitor popping. Did anyone else ever have a console or computer just blow up on them? Sudden pop, smoke, dead silence, never to boot again.
Tony Fadell wants Apple to bring back the iPod. Be honest: if Apple shipped a new one tomorrow, would you be in? https://postly.click/yfn
February 2, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Tony Fadell wants Apple to bring back the iPod. Be honest: if Apple shipped a new one tomorrow, would you be in? https://postly.click/yfn
Shake it baby! Duke Nukem 3D was released 30 years ago today on January 29, 1996.
January 29, 2026 at 8:40 AM
Shake it baby! Duke Nukem 3D was released 30 years ago today on January 29, 1996.
I loved the design of the PSone LCD screen. Did you ever have one, and were they any good?
January 27, 2026 at 12:28 PM
I loved the design of the PSone LCD screen. Did you ever have one, and were they any good?
We absolutely loved doing this interview with Sean Baptiste. We talk about rhythm games and Rock Band and Harmonix. . Joe was in his element. A really fun interview with a proper dude who not only highlights the game but also how important dedicated gaming communities and fan bases are. https://yout
January 26, 2026 at 9:32 PM
We absolutely loved doing this interview with Sean Baptiste. We talk about rhythm games and Rock Band and Harmonix. . Joe was in his element. A really fun interview with a proper dude who not only highlights the game but also how important dedicated gaming communities and fan bases are. https://yout
Today 32 years ago on January 26, 1994, Sega 32X was released by Sega.
January 26, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Today 32 years ago on January 26, 1994, Sega 32X was released by Sega.
Today on January 24th 1984 the Apple Macintosh was released. 42 Years ago
January 24, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Today on January 24th 1984 the Apple Macintosh was released. 42 Years ago
Trigger Happy: A Visual Celebration of Video Game Controllers puts the hardware first. From the Atari CX40 and NES pad to the Mega Drive six-button controller, DualShock, and oddities like the Resident Evil chainsaw controller, it shines a light on an often overlooked part of gaming history.
January 21, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Trigger Happy: A Visual Celebration of Video Game Controllers puts the hardware first. From the Atari CX40 and NES pad to the Mega Drive six-button controller, DualShock, and oddities like the Resident Evil chainsaw controller, it shines a light on an often overlooked part of gaming history.
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After listening to the brilliant episode of @theretrohour.com have got Terminator 2D No Fate - so much fun, definitely challenging in places & just so many cool T2 references!
January 14, 2026 at 8:38 PM
After listening to the brilliant episode of @theretrohour.com have got Terminator 2D No Fate - so much fun, definitely challenging in places & just so many cool T2 references!
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I didn't know you guys have Bluesky, but I am glad that I found you! I really enjoy listening your podcasts! 🎮🏆
January 17, 2026 at 7:41 PM
I didn't know you guys have Bluesky, but I am glad that I found you! I really enjoy listening your podcasts! 🎮🏆
Today marks 25 years since Wikipedia first went live. I still miss getting an encyclopedia on a CD-ROM and being amazed by the videos.
January 15, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Today marks 25 years since Wikipedia first went live. I still miss getting an encyclopedia on a CD-ROM and being amazed by the videos.
In January 1995 Kevin Mitnick Became the FBI’s most wanted computer criminal. Mitnick served his time, rebuilt his life, and went on to work openly in security. Rest in peace Kevin
January 13, 2026 at 1:10 PM
In January 1995 Kevin Mitnick Became the FBI’s most wanted computer criminal. Mitnick served his time, rebuilt his life, and went on to work openly in security. Rest in peace Kevin
We just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of this. 2025 was a brilliant year for the podcast, with the show and the page both growing and passing 2 million views in just 90 days. As we head into 2026, we really appreciate the listeners and commenters.
January 10, 2026 at 1:23 PM
We just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of this. 2025 was a brilliant year for the podcast, with the show and the page both growing and passing 2 million views in just 90 days. As we head into 2026, we really appreciate the listeners and commenters.
We just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of this. 2025 was a brilliant year for the podcast, with the show and the page both growing and passing 2 million views in just 90 days. As we head into 2026, we really appreciate the listeners and commenters.
January 10, 2026 at 1:22 PM
We just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of this. 2025 was a brilliant year for the podcast, with the show and the page both growing and passing 2 million views in just 90 days. As we head into 2026, we really appreciate the listeners and commenters.
An original Atari Star Wars Arcade cockpit has appeared, and for the cost of a small car you too can roleplay being an X Wing pilot every time you pop to the garage.
January 9, 2026 at 12:40 PM
An original Atari Star Wars Arcade cockpit has appeared, and for the cost of a small car you too can roleplay being an X Wing pilot every time you pop to the garage.
The Altair 8800 appeared on the January 1975 issue of Popular Electronics, changing the world of computing and catching the eye of certain Bill Gates and many others.
January 8, 2026 at 1:19 PM
The Altair 8800 appeared on the January 1975 issue of Popular Electronics, changing the world of computing and catching the eye of certain Bill Gates and many others.
One of the reasons Bitmap Books stands out is in the details. Paper stock, binding, and print choices are revisited between editions based on reader feedback, not budget pressure. That kind of decision making is rare, and it shows in the finished books.
https://postly.click/NMR @bitmapbooks
https://postly.click/NMR @bitmapbooks
January 7, 2026 at 12:37 PM
One of the reasons Bitmap Books stands out is in the details. Paper stock, binding, and print choices are revisited between editions based on reader feedback, not budget pressure. That kind of decision making is rare, and it shows in the finished books.
https://postly.click/NMR @bitmapbooks
https://postly.click/NMR @bitmapbooks
For a brief moment, bleem! let PlayStation games run on PC and even on the Sega Dreamcast, turning console loyalty into a technicality.
January 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM
For a brief moment, bleem! let PlayStation games run on PC and even on the Sega Dreamcast, turning console loyalty into a technicality.
We’ve always had a soft spot for Indiana Jones style games. Rick Dangerous gets plenty of love, but QuackShot Starring Donald Duck somehow keeps getting left behind, despite doing the whole globe trotting adventure thing brilliantly.
January 6, 2026 at 12:26 PM
We’ve always had a soft spot for Indiana Jones style games. Rick Dangerous gets plenty of love, but QuackShot Starring Donald Duck somehow keeps getting left behind, despite doing the whole globe trotting adventure thing brilliantly.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Heix... The Video Version of this years quiz. Thank you so much to the hosts Paul and Olly and the Patrons who joined us! Thanks to everybody who listened this year and hope you have a fantastic holiday season.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:47 PM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Heix... The Video Version of this years quiz. Thank you so much to the hosts Paul and Olly and the Patrons who joined us! Thanks to everybody who listened this year and hope you have a fantastic holiday season.
25 years ago today Phantasy Star Online hit the Dreamcast
December 21, 2025 at 2:16 PM
25 years ago today Phantasy Star Online hit the Dreamcast
This makes me feel old! 25 years ago today Hitman: Codename 47 came out on the PC
December 19, 2025 at 2:14 PM
This makes me feel old! 25 years ago today Hitman: Codename 47 came out on the PC