Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 6hExcited after shooting, sleep was impossible. Then the thought hit: 'Am I a Marvel villain now?' Turns out, yes. Playing a villain for Marvel is quite the feat. #marvel 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026In the mid-'90s, a prototype VR headset with a Super FX chip prototype VR headset was being developed. Despite lag and huge pixels, it offered stereo vision, a glimpse of the future. This era felt like high school, making games was crazy. #retro gaming #VR 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Enjoy the moment and what you're doing today. Don't obsess over the future, just lay the tracks naturally as you go. Joy is found in the present experience, where everything unfolds. 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The script felt tailor-made, almost comically so. Scott's advice: nail the callback, but don't fret if it doesn't happen. He wished the team the best, excited to see the film regardless of his participation. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 05/10/2026When teaching young actors, it's crucial to explain things carefully. The goal is to encourage dreams, not discourage them. While realism is needed to pay bills, allowing ample bandwidth for dreaming makes life far more interesting. #acting #dreams 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Six months after losing him, the Marvel audition felt raw. But the thought that he'd want me to play, to do my best, pushed me. Booking the role felt like saying, "This one's for you, Dad." It felt like he was watching, proud that I gave it my all. #acting #grief #legacy 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 17/09/2026When asked about his top creations, the creator's heart belongs to Rampage. It was the first game where he was recognized as a designer, and after that, he got to do the cabinet art for all subsequent arcade games like Super Probe, Arch Rivals, and Pigskin. Rampage remains number one. #gamedev 0113
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026The top 3 execs got fired 3 weeks after the new board took over. The new president sent a memo: 'Everyone's job is safe, open door policy.' You can guess who was waiting outside his door on day one. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Turns out, you don't need more than a moving rectangle to make a hit game. Who knew collapsing buildings into themselves and adding dust was the key? Apparently, big monsters are the answer. And yes, this idea came from a game document. #gamedev #design 082
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026A Bally Midway ad led to an unexpected job offer: animating video games like Pac-Man. Despite a successful ad agency and initial hesitation, the pay was too good to refuse. It turned out to be anything but a 'real job' – childhood's still going strong. #gamedev #animation 053
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Hiring involves setting expectations upfront: everyone becomes a game designer. Programmers learn from artists, artists learn from programmers. This shared perspective sparks magic when someone spots a problem from a new angle. #gamedev #teamwork 0113
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Initially didn't want the job, but landed on Discs of Tron. That arcade cabinet's silver mirror 3D effect was incredible. Working in games then was different: small teams (2-4 people) creating and testing in the same day. Programmer, artist, animator, sound—all collaborating. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Rampage made more money than any arcade game at the time. When marketing said no to generating press, the creator wrote to 128 North American cities himself, announcing their impending destruction. Hundreds of articles and TV spots followed. #retrogaming #marketing 041
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Mental health is foundational for everything. Whether game dev, singing, or acting, nothing works right until you're okay. Admirable that you didn't let tough news derail your dream. #mentalhealth #resilience 020
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Turns out, the company's top brass disagreed with the vision for characters who are 'human beings turned into monsters' and thus 'heroes we should feel sorry for.' Didn't stop the programmer and I from building it to prove it could be done. #dev #storytelling 030
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Turns out, connecting with people through games can be genuinely encouraging. Hearing how a creation brought someone joy, or even helped them through a tough time, is a profound motivator. #gaming #indiedev 050
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Turns out, hearing that people remember your games — especially when you thought they were forgotten outside the arcade — means the world. Seeing families connect through them, decades later? That's the real reward. #gamedev #nostalgia 0133
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026A year ago at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo, the sheer volume of people interested in retro games was eye-opening. The re-release of the Commodore 64 also sparked a thought: maybe it's time to make a game. #retrogaming #commodore64 050
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026🎮 EPISODE 55 IS AVAILABLE NOW! 🔥 We sat down with legendary game creator Brian F. Colin the mind behind RAMPAGE to talk about arcade gaming, creating an all-time classic, General Chaos, and his incredible journey through the gaming industry. 🎥 Watch Episode 55 NOW on YouTube: youtu.be/2kR6p0H6BPwyoutu.beBrian F. Colin on Creating Rampage, Arcade Gaming & General Chaos | Ep. 55YouTube video by Retro Pioneers Podcast 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Rampage was pure arcade CHAOS. 😂🎮 Destroy buildings. Eat everything. Survive the military. Repeat. George 🦍, Lizzie 🦖, or Ralph 🐺 — who was your go-to monster? #Rampage #RetroGaming #ArcadeGames #Gaming #RetroPioneers 030
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026🎮🔥 EPISODE 55 DROPS LATER TODAY! We’re sitting down with legendary game developer Brian F. Colin — creator of RAMPAGE! 🦍🏢💥 Brian takes us behind the scenes of Rampage, his decades in the gaming industry, Rampage World Tour, and his new project General Chaos: Major Snafu. 021
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026The Commodore 64, the best-selling computer ever, is coming back. This re-release confirms major market interest. Even with low-res graphics compared to modern games, a well-made game on this platform will find an audience. #retrocomputing #commodore 020
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026When you shift your perspective on loss, it becomes a guiding force. Instead of 'I lost them,' it's 'They're guiding me.' This realization transforms how you view absence. Death, after all, is just another beginning. #perspective #philosophy #grief 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 07/09/2026In Episode 54, @kydworks joins @retrojayee as we explore music, acting, self-awareness, and the experiences that shaped the artist behind the work. 💬 What’s one life lesson you wish you’d learned sooner? ▶️ Watch Episode 54: youtu.be/IudVs-Oo3M8?...youtu.beKYD Works on Knowing Your Damage, Creativity & Overcoming Life’s Struggles | Ep. 54YouTube video by Retro Pioneers Podcast 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 06/09/2026Forty years later, the creator of A Bard's Tale confirms those cryptic clues and inaccessible areas were just to drive players crazy. Turns out, a lot of 'secrets' were simply gibberish or intentionally locked off. #gamedev #eastereggs 082
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Bard's Tale, released in 1985, was a landmark dungeon crawler RPG that truly bridged tabletop and computer gaming. Its impressive graphics and innovative gameplay made it a massive hit for its time, capturing player imagination. #gaming #retrogaming 050
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 05/09/2026🎮🔥 ANOTHER RETRO GAMING LEGEND COULD BE JOINING US! Retro Pioneers Podcast is working on bringing another legendary game developer to the show — Brian Colin, the creator of the arcade classic RAMPAGE and a creative force behind many other memorable titles! 011
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026After 40 years of work, the core programming for this game engine is complete. A demo is currently being tested. The next phase involves creating dungeon levels and the storyline using a custom-built tool. The technology is ready; now it's time for the creative part. #gamedev #indiedev 0102
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026🎮 Want to see MORE game developers on the Retro Pioneers Podcast? Now I want YOU to help choose who sits in the hot seat next. 👇 Drop the name of ONE game developer you want me to interview next in the comments — and tag them if you can! Who gets the most requests? I’ll see what I can make happen. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Decided to finally build that game from the early '80s. Turns out, the 6502 and Commodore 64 are still a thing (via emulator, thankfully). 10 months later, Shadow Snare is ready. It's the same dungeon crawler I envisioned back then. #retrocomputing #gamedev 052
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 02/09/2026A decades-old promise is finally being fulfilled. This new game, inspired by The Bard's Tale but not rushed, aims for a 2027 release. No Christmas deadline means more time for creative polish. #gamedev #indiedev 0130
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Michael Cranford, originally an architecture major at Berkeley, pivoted to philosophy, eventually earning a doctorate and teaching it at a university. His games are deeply infused with philosophical themes, a passion that has only grown over time. #philosophy #developer #education 020
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Early game dev meant being a coder, musician, and artist. Even with a prototype for Bard's Tale, one company president lectured a 22-year-old on what makes a game good, dismissing immersive RPGs. Eventually, EA understood the appeal of games players map out and spend nights progressing in. #gamedev 062
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Spending an entire weekend with the guys, deep in Goldeneye 007 sessions on the N64 — that's peak nostalgia gaming right there. 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Do you miss the days when consoles needed memory cards, or are we better off without them? 030
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 11/07/2026I finally beat Gradius III on SNES and let me tell you… that final boss was not a boss fight, that was a personal attack 😭 I came in with confidence and left with trust issues. Every bullet, every pattern, every mistake had me questioning my whole retro gaming career 😂 But we got it done. #snes 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 28/05/2026🚨 New Retro Pioneers Podcast Playlist is live! Catch the full episodes all in one place — gaming, anime, Blerd culture, creator interviews, real conversations, and nostalgia for the people who still love the classics. Tap in and run the playlist up 🎮🔥 youtube.com/playlist?lis...youtube.comRetro Pioneers Podcast Full Episodes | Gaming, Anime, Blerd Culture & Creator Interviews - YouTubeWelcome to the Retro Pioneers Podcast Full Episodes Playlist, the home for real conversations about retro gaming, modern gaming, anime, pop culture, Blerd cu... 060
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 21/03/2026I’m seeking a local videographer to collaborate on content creation at conventions and expos next year for the Retro Pioneers Podcast 🎥🎮 If you’re skilled, reliable, and passionate about gaming and anime culture, let’s connect. Please DM me or share your work. 070
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Renting a game for the weekend was a gamble. 011
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Follow me on instagram for your everyday retro gaming needs stop by and say hi sometimes www.instagram.com/p/DVuKqQOiaj...instagram.comInstagramCreate an account or log in to Instagram - Share what you're into with the people who get you. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 10/03/2026Before battle passes… we earned everything. 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 08/03/2026Unlocking a character felt like discovering treasure. 021
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Arcades taught us competition before esports was a word. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Split screen made friendships stronger… or ended them. 010
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 27/02/2026If you didn’t blow into the cartridge, did you even try? 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 12/02/2026The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time “First game that made me feel like I was on an actual journey.” #zelda #gaming #retrogaming #link 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Street Fighter II “Friendships were tested on this game. Who was your main?” 000
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 10/02/2026On my Pokémon Trainer journey 🎒⚡ These are the 5 starters I’m rocking with from day one: 🔥 Charizard 🌿 Sceptile 💧 Greninja ⚡ Pikachu 🐲 Dragonite Balanced team. Power, speed, and loyalty. Now your turn 👀👇 Who are YOUR 5 starter Pokémon? #pokemon #anime #top5 #retro 120
Retro Pioneers Podcast @retropioneers.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Bro, Donut Lord and Pretzel Lady collecting Sonic characters like Pokémon at this point 😂 000
