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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Over on our YouTube channel, Mads checks out Truxton Extreme! Can it live up to the original arcade games gameplay? youtu.be/0a_C-2QjaQU?... #truxton #retrogaming #arcade

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Truxton Extreme - Review

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Calling all fans of Taito’s Chase H.Q Arcade game from 1988! Our very own @deanswain.bsky.social takes a look at this classic over on our YouTube channel Let’s go Mr Driver! #retrogaming #arcade #taito youtu.be/mTh_7djZJ9g?...

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Can Dean complete Chase HQ? 1988 Arcade game by Taito

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Recording a podcast is not always an easy process as @deanswain.bsky.social discovers even with 15 years experience: youtu.be/gC8R9-ZHZh8?is… #retrogaming #podcasting

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When Podcasting Goes Wrong!

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Steve Higgins @higgybristol.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Me and @kevarmstrong.bsky.social feature in the latest episode of @theretroasylum.bsky.social's podcast talking about our recent North Bristol Retro Meet event. Thanks to Jim for coming along and having a chat. You can listen here... retroasylum.com/2026/06/06/e...

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Episode 371: UK Kong Off – The Aftermath! – Retro Asylum

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

In our latest podcast we chat to Chris Smith & Darren Melbourne from Retro Games Ltd about their latest & upcoming releases including The A1200, The Spectrum White Edition & the handheld versions of The C64 & The Spectrum: traffic.libsyn.com/retroasylum/... #retrogaming #retrocomputing

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

In our latest video, Jim Middleton catches up with UK Kong Off organisers Oli and Russ to talk all things Donkey Kong and a whole lot more! youtu.be/s8htMhq44-c?... #arcade #ukkongoff #nintendo #donkeykong #retrogaming

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Episode 371: The UK Kong Off 2026 (Part 2)

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

In our latest podcast, Jim Middleton catches up with UK Kong Off organisers Oli and Russ to talk all things Donkey Kong and a whole lot more! traffic.libsyn.com/retroasylum/... #arcade #ukkongoff #nintendo #donkeykong #retrogaming

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

So, what do you all think about these then? The C64 & The Spectrum in handheld form! You can pre order at funstock.co.uk/collections/... #c64 #zxspectrum #thec64 #thespectrum #8bit #retrocomputing #retrogaming

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

We get a little mention in the latest issue of Retro Gamer magazine as a reader of the magazine recently heard our interview with the editor of Retro Gamer, namely Darran Jones. If you missed our interview, here is the link: youtu.be/xShUY0_C5dQ?... #retrogaming #retrogamer #magazine #interview

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Mike Diver @mikediver.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

It's Alien Day on April 26. If you're planning gaming coverage around that and want to speak to someone who (re)lived those games for a couple of years to put a book together, hiya! Aliens: The Video Games is released in August, and can be pre-ordered now. www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Aliens-The-V...

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Steve chats to the Zapped To The Past lads once more, this time as they come to the end of the Zzap Magazine era. With a new direction and an upcoming Kick Starter… Find out what’s next for the lads! traffic.libsyn.com/retroasylum/... #c64 #commodore64 #8bit #retrogaming #magazine #podcast

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Mike Diver @mikediver.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Had the pleasure of chatting Aliens video games (and my book) with @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social of @theretroasylum.bsky.social the other day (while full of cold, apologies in advance). Please give it a listen wherever you get your podcasts. And find out more, here... retroasylum.com/2026/04/26/e...

An image promoting episode 368 of the Retro Asylum podcast, featuring me talking about my forthcoming book, Aliens: The Video Games

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

If you love the Commodore 64 and have fond memories of reading your favourite magazine whilst waiting for a game to load up then you are going to want to back this project: zappedtothepastbook.com #c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #Retrocomputing #tthe64 #newsfield

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Looking for some great #retrogaming entertainment for your ear holes this week? If so, checkout @theretroasylum.bsky.social #podcast available from wherever you download your podcasts from and at retroasylum.com #videogaming #arcade #sega #nintendo #atari #retrocomputing

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

In this episode @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social chats with @mikediver.bsky.social the author of Aliens: The Video Games. This book covers the video games that attempt to portray the horror and excitement of the Alien films: traffic.libsyn.com/retroasylum/... #alien #aliens #retrogaming #videogames #book

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

40 years ago, Your Sinclair released its 3rd issue. Back in 2011, @deanswain.bsky.social was inspired by the Your Sinclair logo on this cover when he created the @theretroasylum.bsky.social podcast logo. So for fun, here is our homage to that issue. #retrogaming #zxspectrum

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

If you are into #retrogaming and you have never tuned into @theretroasylum.bsky.social #podcast then you are missing out! Whatever systems or games that you are into, chances are we have them covered: retroasylum.com #retrocomputing #arcade #nintendo #sega #commodore #zxspectrum

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Our latest podcast has just been published over on YouTube (audio version will be published this evening) and it’s all about new games on the Gameboy & Gameboy Color 👍 youtu.be/hgwjD-buMgs?si… #nintendo #gameboy #gameboycolor #modern #retrogaming #handheld

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Retro Asylum Episode 366 - Modern games for the Game Boy and Game Boy Color

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

In our latest podcast, @deanswain.bsky.social & Steve Erickson chat to Anthony and Nicola Caulfield of Gracious Films to discuss their love of film making, what they are currently working on and what the future holds. retroasylum.com/2026/02/07/e... #retrogaming #documentary

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

In our latest video, @deanswain.bsky.social & Steve Erickson chat to Anthony and Nicola Caulfield of Gracious Films to discuss their love of film making, what they are currently working on and what the future holds. #retrogaming #documentary #interview #c64 youtu.be/tjSjOvPVmzw?...

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A Chat With The Caulfields - Making Films Focused On Video Games & Computer Technology

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

@chrisoreganuk.bsky.social recently bought the Quickshot II USB joystick from Retro Games LTD and has done a short video with his verdict on it: youtu.be/hgAVi0_uCYo?... #joystick #usb #retrogaming

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Quickshot II USB joystick review

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

The Tomy Omnibot that @deanswain.bsky.social is working on, is starting to show signs of life… #omnibot #robot #tomy #1980’s #vintage #retro

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Over on our YouTube channel @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social reviews the Ernest Evan’s Collection which is a trilogy of games that were originally released on the Mega/Sega CD and has just been released for modern systems: youtu.be/YgZWIvDZiVY?... #sega #retrogaming

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Retro Asylum Game Review - Earnest Evans Collection

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

The RA team assemble along with Gordon King from the RGDS podcast, wave their white flags into the air to declare a ceasefire and instead spread happiness and cheer during the festive season. traffic.libsyn.com/retroasylum/... #retrogaming #christmas2025 #secretsanta

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Over on our YouTube channel, we take a look at the unreleased arcade version of LED Storm: youtu.be/7BX6Hs_a1ik?... #retrogaming #arcade #capcom

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LED Storm Rally 2011 (Unreleased Arcade Version)

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Gamesyouloved @gamesyouloved.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Getting up close and personal with Vectrex Mini🕹️ with @deanswain.bsky.social from @theretroasylum.bsky.social Back it here: kickstarter.com/projects/185... Interview: youtu.be/dQb3XhKj1rI?... Podcast video: youtu.be/p2DaEBKSjoE?... We'll be at the Crash event too @vectrexofficial.bsky.social

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Did you know that the #vectrexmini is not the first attempt to bring a smaller Vectrex model to market? #vectrex #vectrexmini #retrogaming

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Trigger Happy from @bitmapbooks.com covers everything videogame controller related. From early joysticks to current gen, the books includes some amazing photography, anecdotes and personal tales. #retrogaming #videogame #bitmapbooks #controller #joystick #joypad #retro #retrogames #retrocollector

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Now that we have another working Vectrex in the Retro Asylum shed, we thought it would be cool to dig out the VecFever cartridge and play one of the exclusive games on it. This is Word War vi which is a fantastic Defender clone 👍 #vectre #vecfever #defender #arcade

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

We’ve been playing Astro Climber on the SMS. We recommend that you do the same 👍 badcomputer0.itch.io/astro-climber #sega

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

In our latest podcast @deanswain.bsky.social , Jim Middleton @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social chat to the man behind the Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, @vectrexofficial.bsky.social traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retroas… #vectrexmini #vectrex #retrogaming #vector

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

@deanswain.bsky.social & Jim Middleton are joined by @retrogamerdaz.bsky.social to discuss Darran’s 20 years as editor at @retrogamermag.bsky.social magazine: traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #retrogaming #retrogamer #magazine

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Do you like #PacMan? Do you like the #atari2600plus? If you do, you will love our review of the Atari 2600 Plus Pac Man Edition! #atari #atari2600 #atari7800 #pacman youtu.be/dEJI2bHcmRQ?...

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Hardware Review - the Atari 2600 Plus Pacman Edition

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

In our latest podcast Jim and @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social hold a vigil for @deanswain.bsky.social Vectrex before talking to Russ and Oli AKA RetroRuss and 8BitBoyUK about the recently announced UK KongOff – Hot Sauce is optional! traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #donkeykong #nintendo #arcade

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Dean Swain @deanswain.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Not sure how long I’ve owned this cab for now (it’s got to be well over a year) but I still play it every time I’m in the shed. Arcade1Up cabs have a bad reputation but I’ve got to say that I’ve got my moneys worth with this one. #arcade1up #starwars #atari #retrogaming

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

In our latest podcast Dean, Steve & Mark take a look at the TV & Movie licenses that maybe deserved a game but never actually got one, plus we discuss the #vectrex Mini and a lot more! traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #retrogaming #baywatch #licenses

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

In our latest video podcast @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social & Jim Middleton look at Toaplan Arcade 1 for the Evercade, winners of the high score challenge as well as the prize draw for some Evercade related goodies are announced. Plus all the latest retro news is covered! youtu.be/OdEZmGUAFv0?...

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Episode 357 - Evercade Arcade cart no. 8 - Toaplan 1

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

In our latest podcast @chrisoreganuk.bsky.social & Jim look at Toaplan Arcade 1 for the Evercade, winners of the high score challenge as well as the prize draw for some Evercade related goodies are announced. Plus all the latest retro news is covered! traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #retrogaming

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Dean Swain @deanswain.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

My happy place. It’s not much compared to some collections but I’m happy with it. #arcade #retrogaming #1980s

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

What an amazing time for #atari fans! Brand new games being released on cartridge for both the 2600 & 7800. Here is Tiger Heli running on our original Atari 7800 hardware hooked up to a CRT. 👍 #RETROGAMING #atari7800 #consolegaming #arcade

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The Retro Asylum @theretroasylum.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

@chrisoreganuk.bsky.social & @deanswain.bsky.social chat to @olifiers.bsky.social and Chris Hill about the amazing successful 3rd Kickstarter campaign of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Next and a whole lot more! traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #zxspectrumnext #sinclair #zxspectrum #kickstarter

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Dean Swain @deanswain.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Tis finished! I’ll start work on the making of video very soon 👍 #Arcade #sega #outrun #arcade1up #streetfighter2 #homearcade #diy #project #mame

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Dean Swain @deanswain.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

The Arcade1Up Street Fighter 2 to OutRun conversion is 99% complete. #Arcade1Up #streetfighter2 #outrun #sega #arcade #driving #retrogaming

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