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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

And this is why my productivity tends to dip. He's annoying, distracting, and constantly needs pets. But I love him. 🥰

The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

September 28th. Somewhere in Raccoon City, Jill Valentine is having a very bad day. #ResidentEvil3 #ResidentEvil #RetroGaming

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

At least Tecmo Super Bowl lets me know what winning feels like as a Browns fan. 😅 #TecmoSuperBowl #NFL #ClevelandBrowns

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The beginning of one of gaming's greatest adventures. What's the first Zelda game you remember playing? #ALinkToThePast #Zelda #LegendOfZelda #SNES

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Back in 1995 tries to recreate the experience of a forgotten PS1-era survival-horror game. I appreciated the developer’s passion and attention to detail… but did I actually enjoy playing it? Well... 😅 Check out my written review: theretrowildlands.com/blog/back-in...

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Back in 1995: Nostalgia Isn't Always Fun

Back in 1995: A nostalgic PS1-era survival horror throwback that recreates the past almost too well. Did nostalgia go too far?

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Finally saved up enough Nintendo Platinum Points to snag an NES World Championships hat! I wish I would have loved this game more, but it was fun for a while. Plus it looks damn good on my shelf. 😎

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

New podcast is live! First the first time, I'm taking our gaming expedition into the theater. In this episode, I share my thoughts on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil, a movie that takes a very different approach from previous adaptations. Did it work this time? theretrowildlands.com/episode/expe...

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Expedition Log #12 - Resident Evil (2026 Movie)

For the first time ever, I’m taking our gaming expedition into the movie theater, and there was really only one franchise that could convince me to make the...

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

My step-kids always get me the most thoughtful things. My birthday was a few weeks back and I was gifted this awesome Metal Gear Solid pin, and a pillow with DeeDee on it. What more could a guy ask for? 🥰

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A new written review is live in our Expedition Log! I'm a Tomb Raider fan and after enjoying Hitman GO, I figured Lara Croft GO deserved a shot. The result? A clever, beautifully designed adventure that I enjoyed… until my brain just couldn't take it anymore. theretrowildlands.com/blog/lara-cr...

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Lara Croft GO: Can Tomb Raider Turn Me Into a Puzzle Gamer?

Lara Croft GO turns Tomb Raider into a clever puzzle adventure. But how does it compare to Hitman GO, and can it win over a puzzle skeptic?

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Just got home from the theater. My friends, I am quite pleased with the new Resident Evil film! I expected an average experience at best, but I thought this movie was great. It did a great job capturing what it feels like playing a Resident Evil game. And that is huge.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Heading to the theater later today to see the new Resident Evil movie. I have zero expectations going into this, but I can't help but be cautiously optimistic based on early reviews. And this popcorn bucket is pretty awesome. 😉

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I think I went slightly overboard at the Cleveland Gaming Classic... Whoops. 😅 It helped that so many vendors were willing to wheel and deal, too. Now, where to put all this...?

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Resident Evil veterans know to fear the hunters. Streaming was fun. Might get back to that... #residentevil #residentevil3 #retrogaming

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The Facility will always be one of gaming's most iconic levels. #GoldenEye007 #Nintendo64 #RetroGaming

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A new podcast episode is live! In this special episode, I take you along for my adventure at the first-ever Michigan Retro Game Expo @mrgexpo.bsky.social, where I was invited as a featured guest. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app! theretrowildlands.com/episode/expe...

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Expedition Log #11 - Michigan Retro Game Expo

What happens when the host of The Retro Wildlands gets the chance to step out from behind the microphone and become a real part of the retro-gaming community? ...

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

When life gives you Unicorn Farts, grab a chainsaw. DuClaw Brewing Co.'s glittery sour ale just seems so right next to Lollipop Chainsaw, don't you think? Cheers! 🍺

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

A dark beer for a dark story. Noble Beast Brewing Co.'s Murder Ballads baltic porter and Max Payne. A fantastic pairing that's rich and very personal.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Soul Sacrifice is one of my favorite PS Vita exclusives. Monster Hunter fans would love this. It's a dark take on the genre, and one of the deepest, most creative games on the Vita. Glad to have it physically in my collection!

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

New podcast episode is live! How did one of the Nintendo DS's best hidden gems become so forgotten? I'm exploring Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure, and I'm joined by Jay from Square Pegs, who worked QA on the game! Behind-the-scenes stories, & more! theretrowildlands.com/episode/expe...

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Expedition Log #10 - Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure

Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure dared to combine two completely different genres (old-school platforming and frantic puzzle solving) into one...

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Disney really believed in building character. What "kids game" absolutely destroyed you growing up? #thelionking #snes #retrogaming

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Another written review has been added to the Expedition Log! Battle Axe is beautiful, and brutally old-school. With gorgeous pixel art, an incredible soundtrack and fast-paced arcade action, this one hooked me with that classic “just one more run” feeling. theretrowildlands.com/blog/battle-...

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Battle Axe: Beautiful, Brutal, Built for One More Run

Battle Axe delivers beautiful pixel art, brutal arcade action and addictive score chasing, but is this retro-inspired adventure worth your time?

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Me: "Hey, boy. Wanna play some Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep?" DeeDee: "I can do half of that." 💤

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

The mission seemed a little unfair from the start. What's an NES game that absolutely refused to go easy on you? #retrogames #rushnattack #nes #podcast

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I'm still not one for toy collecting, but sometimes, I just gotta have it. Got my hands on The Punisher modeled after his appearance in the "One Last Kill" TV special! I've been a fan of the character for a long time. I really want to open this, but I don't think I can... 😅

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

A new written Expedition Log is live! I played Chasm, an indie metroidvania inspired by classics like Symphony of the Night. Beautiful pixel art, rewarding exploration, and a few interesting twists. Check out my thoughts! Have you played it? theretrowildlands.com/blog/chasm

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Chasm: Descending Into The Unknown

Is Chasm worth playing? Read my review of Bit Kid's metroidvania to see how its combat, exploration, and randomized world hold up.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I completely forgot to show off my latest bounty! Always happy to add to my Vita collection, and my PS3 deserves more love. And Call of Duty on the DS? Sure, why not. Physical forever, baby.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

It's amazing how ambitious some NES games really were. Which NES game do you think was ahead of its time? #retrogaming #blastermaster #nes #nintendo

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

One of my favorite unlockables in any game. What's your favorite crossover weapon or Easter egg in a video game? #retrogaming #parasiteeve #ps1 #podcast #retrogames

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Vacation: Day 6 - The weather finally cleared up and it was back to the beach. I tried to take this cool photo of Link's Awakening on my Switch while standing by the water, which I thought would be neat given the game's opening, but lighting wasn't on my side. Anyway, awesome game so far!

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Vacation: Day 4 - Weather continues to be meh here in Corolla, NC. But that's alright. I'm with family, and we're having a hell of a time. I'll post more "vacation-y" photos later (my wife is so much better at taking pictures). For now, it's more gamin' and bourbon for me. Cheers!

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

I've been such a fan of Thy Sword, and even through I did a video review a long while back, I wanted to go back and put my thoughts on paper. If you're a fan of pixel art, or old-school hack-and-slash, this one might be worth adding to your backlog. theretrowildlands.com/blog/thy-sword

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Thy Sword: The Indie Gem I Almost Missed

Thy Sword is a retro-inspired indie hack-and-slash with gorgeous pixel art and satisfying combat. Here's why it's worth your time.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Every gamer knew someone who had it memorized. What's the first cheat code you ever memorized? #retrogaming #retrogames #contra #nes

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Vacation: Day 2 - I went through some old photos. I usually do this once a year on vacation to clean up space, but it's fun to look back. I found this photo from when I was setting up my office into what it is now so it could accommodate my growing game collection. Sic Parvis Magna and all that. 😁

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Vacation: Day 1 - I've been playing Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure recently on my DS. Very fun game so far, and being on the roof of the house I'm renting with an ocean view and a beer off screen just makes this game that much more fun.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Decided to snag The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales before leaving for vacation. I knew about this 2.5D adventure, but once someone compared it to A Link to the Past, that was it, had to have it. Anyone aware of, or playing this one?

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

A huge thanks to everyone that voted! Across all of our socials, the majority of you said I need to play Link's Awakening on my upcoming family vacation! Paper Mario was only 5 votes behind. Looking forward to dive in between trips to the beach and impromptu naps. 😎

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

New podcast episode is live! This time in our Expedition Log, I chronicle my thoughts on Syphon Filter for the PS1. Was Syphon Filter really a PS1 classic? Or is nostalgia doing the heavy lifting? I replayed Gabe Logan's adventure to find out. theretrowildlands.com/episode/expe...

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Expedition Log #9 - Syphon Filter

Was Syphon Filter really as good as we remember, or is nostalgia doing most of the heavy lifting? In our latest entry in our Expedition Log, I revisit this...

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Tomorrow, I'm heading back to 1999 to find out if Syphon Filter still holds up. Keep an eye on your podcast apps, agents.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

@limitedrungames.com has started taking pre-orders on a physical release for Silent Hill: The Short Message. It's spurred some interesting discussion as The Short Message is a free digital only download on the Playstation store. I liked the game for what it was, and wrote a review on it last year!

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The Silent Hill Moment That Made Me Hug My Daughter

Silent Hill: The Short Message delivers a modern, emotional horror story that left me shaken, and more connected to those I love.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Help! My annual family vacation is coming up, and I need to choose a Switch game from my backlog to tackle. Which of these should it be? Whatever game is chosen gets a podcast episode one day!

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Breath of the Wild. Or rather, Breath of My Backyard. 😅

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Before voice acting and motion capture, games like Ninja Gaiden proved you could tell a compelling story. #retrogaming #nintendo #ninjagaiden

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Been finding myself looking at my physical movie collection with new appreciation lately. Here's just a few of my favorites.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Nothing says July 4th like classic fighter jets and retro games. #retrogaming #topgun #4thofJuly

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

"Today we celebrate our Independence Day!"

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

This video ends exactly as you would expect. I know I'm not the only one who experienced this, right!? #retrogaming #retrogames #castlevania

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Our new motion activated camera is pretty neat. Glad it recognizes the Buster Sword as dangerous.

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The Retro Wildlands @retrowildlands.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

I still get nervous every time this level starts. What video game level gave you the most trouble as a kid?

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