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March 30, 2026

Episode 71: Kingdom Hearts and Farewell

The guys dive into the unlikely partnership between Disney and Squaresoft, the two giants who gave us Kingdom Hearts. Join us for our last episode and thank you for all of your support. Our episodes may not be available on listening platforms in May, but our Youtube channel will remain open as will our discord. https://discord.gg/6qFX7bXH Our merch shop will stay open through 2026 and ALL profits will go to our extra life campaign as opposed to the previously stated 20%: https://the-cable-club...
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March 16, 2026

Episode 70: Slay the Spire 2, Not What We Planned

On this episode the guys pivot to Slay the Spire 2, a card battling rogue-like that has them more excited than opening a PS2 on Christmas of Y2K. After shirking their podcast duties for 2-weeks playing the new release they sidelined the G42W selected from last episode, Kingdom Hearts and pushed their entire schedule back for 2026! Was it worth it? Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk\ Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the ...
March 2, 2026

Episode 69: Castle Crashers | Still the best couch co-op beat 'em up?

When barbarians princesses from the wrong kingdom the guys go stomping over the land, raising hell in their wake. Join the guys for all the new grounds nostalgia. Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us with the methods below! Email: TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme music is "Seahorse Dreams" by Kubbi: https://kubbi.bandcamp.com/ Find us here and in many more places: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/sh...
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Feb. 16, 2026

Episode 68: Teens, Terrors and Terrible Decisions | Until Dawn 2015

In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, the hosts delve into the horror video game 'Until Dawn', exploring its characters, themes, and gameplay mechanics. They discuss the moral choices players face, the impact of the Wendigo mythos, and the character arcs throughout the game. The conversation also includes a review of the game's narrative structure and character dynamics, culminating in a tier list ranking of the characters based on their actions and significance in the story.
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Feb. 2, 2026

Episode 67: E.V.O. Search for Eden from a time long forgotten

In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, the guys dive into the extinct classic 'Evo: Search for Eden,' discussing its unique gameplay mechanics, themes of evolution and survival, and their personal evolution with the game. They also share their favorite esports moments, announce new merchandise, and highlight their partnership with Extra Life for charity. The name of the game is to evolve into a bigger and badder creature across the eras with Mother Earth herself, Gaia, as your guide. This action RPG for the SNES (Super Nintendo) sees you chomping down on enemies as a fish, an amphibian, a dinosaur, a bird, a mammal, and/or a human. So many choices, or so it seems. If you've nearly exhausted the SNES classics, you could do worse than E.V.O. Search for Eden. Keywords Evo Search for Eden, video games, gaming podcast, esports, evolution, charity, indie games, gaming culture, retro games, gaming community, Evo, game evolution, gameplay mechanics, boss battles, game design, no…
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Jan. 19, 2026

Episode 66: Final Fantasy 8 is so underrated.

Summary In this episode of the Cable Club podcast, hosts Steve, Dan, and Don dive deep into the world of Final Fantasy VIII, exploring its unique gameplay mechanics, emotional storytelling, and the nostalgia it evokes for players. They discuss the game's innovative approach to magic and character development, emphasizing how the junction system allows players to customize their characters in ways that can significantly impact gameplay. The hosts reflect on their personal experiences with the game, sharing memorable moments and the challenges they faced while navigating its complex narrative and mechanics. The conversation also touches on the game's graphics and music, highlighting how Final Fantasy VIII pushed the boundaries of what was possible on the PlayStation. The hosts debate the game's reception, noting that it often feels like the black sheep of the Final Fantasy series, yet holds a special place in the hearts of many fans. They conclude with tips and tricks for new play…
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Jan. 5, 2026

Ep. 65 Tomb Raider (2013) She Hates Tombs!?

Kill or be killed with the guys in Tomb Raider (2013), the series reboot launched for the Xbox 360. What is your favorite 16-bit cinematic moment? Tell us in the comments, subscribe, or email your own answers or a new question of the week to: thecableclub@gmail.com Join the discord to hang out with us and have your commentary be part of the show. https://discord.gg/GkmGnWsyC2 Our theme music is "Seahorse Dreams" by Kubbi: https://kubbi.bandcamp.com/ Check our facebook for updates or find us here or anywhere you find podcasts: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OPhZraB2uRtJ5AlNWhVIV Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cable-club-podcast/id1715083940 Iheart radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-cable-club-podcast-127390173/
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Jan. 1, 2026

Ep. 64: Yakuza 0 Punching Our Problems

Join the guys as they get into some good old American Football (aka street fight) on the streets of Kamurocho and Sotenbori in Yakuza 0. We own this town! The guys also talk about their takeaways from the game awards and Don's new Analogue 3D that makes him feel like it's 1996 again. Got a game you want us to play? Send us an email at thecableclubpodcast@gmail.com Join our free discord for updates and information about upcoming episodes. https://discord.gg/qBmxJScejf Find us on any of the pl...
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Dec. 26, 2025

Ep 64: Punching away the problems in Yakuza 0

Join the guys and crack some skulls Kamurocho-style in Yakuza 0, originally released for Playstation 3 and 4. They also talk about their favorite parts of the 2025 Game Awards and Don shows off his new Analogue 3D console in a quick AMA. Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord!discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk\ Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Email us at TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme music is "Seahorse Dreams" by Kubbi: https...
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Dec. 8, 2025

League 2025 Finale | Winners announced!

Come ring in the end of year 2! We've got a gameshow and lots of prize giveaways included our coveted league trophies. Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord!discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk\ Have a question of the week or a game suggestion? Leave a comment or email us at TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme music is "Seahorse Dreams" by Kubbi: https://kubbi.bandcamp.com/ Find us here and in many more places: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OPhZraB2uRtJ5AlNWhVIV Apple Pod...
Dec. 4, 2025

Ep. 62 Bachellor Pad Simulator | Minecraft

This is a reupload of a previous episode that was taken down. Join the guys and special guest Lyric, as they simulate a hard days' work pursuing the Ender Dragon on a dare in Minecraft. We talk about a new game every 2 weeks on our show, subscribe here or wherever you get podcasts. Join our discord: discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Here are our other channels: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5OPhZraB2uRtJ5AlNWhVIV Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cable-club-podcast/id17150...
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Nov. 24, 2025

Ep. 62: Batchelor pad simulator | MineCraft

The guys with special guest Lyric, talk about kids and their obsessive compulsion with Minecraft! We're way too old for this! We talk about a new game every two weeks, find us wherever you find podcasts and don't forget to leave us a comment or email your thoughts in to thecableclubpodcast@gmail.com Come play games with us and our community! Join the Discord: discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk We finished the retro game league! Now's the time to vote. Click the link below to decide which games are worthy ...
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Nov. 11, 2025

Episode 61: Endless A-MAZE-ment in a broken metroidvania | Kirby and the Amazing Mirror

The guys can never go the right way in Kirby and the Amazing Mirror, a metroidvania-"lite" published for the venerable GBA in 2004. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe here or wherever you find podcasts! Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us at thecableclubpodcast@gmail.com Our th...
Oct. 27, 2025

Episode 60: Not Even the Remake Trumps it! | Resident Evil 4 2005

Who are we kidding? We've played this before. Join the guys as they dive back into somewhere in the 2005 masterpiece, Resident Evil 4. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us: TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme musi...
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Oct. 13, 2025

Ep. 59: Time to Grow Up | The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (Feat. Derick from the Underrated Podcast)

Join the guys and special guest, Derick of the Underrated Podcast, while we reach adulthood too soon in The Legend of Zelda, Ocarina of Time, originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Like Derick? Check out his various podcasts including Underrated here Check out The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time The Ship of Harkinian Come play games with us and our community. Join the D...
Guest: Derick McDuff
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Sept. 29, 2025

Episode 58: Skate against the machine | Jet Set Radio Future

The guys with special guest, IronAvery, take on the fuzz in the critically acclaimed vandalism simulator: Jet Set Radio Future, a launch title for the Xbox in 2002. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us at the address b...
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Sept. 15, 2025

Ep. 57: Making Waves Since 2002 | The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker ft. RiRiYells

Enjoying the show? Leave a like, comment, or tell a friend! The guys are joined by special guest, RiRiYells to tell all in the high-seas adventure, The Legend of Zelda, Wind Waker, originally released for the Nintendo GameCube in 2002. Subscribe here for retro game rankings and nostalgic fun most weeks, or find us wherever you find podcasts. Like RiRiYells? Check out her twitch stream on Friday nights here: https://www.twitch.tv/ririyells Come hang out and make a friend or two in our Discord,...
Sept. 8, 2025

Ep. 56: Games with a Twist! | What are you playing?

Don and Dan pester Steve in a geek out over the rom hacks they have been playing. They discuss Super Mariomon and the Mega Man X8 Demake, two passionate must-play fan projects. Super Mariomon is a mushed-together experience of the Super Mario IP and Pokemon Gameplay. It's delivered in a passionate, polished package and it's obvious that the developers know what made each of these IPs magical. The setting and game mechanics are ripped from the aesthetics of nearly every Mario title from Super Mario 3 through Odyssey, even touching upon spinoff series' such as Super Mario RPG and the Mario and Luigi Series. There's even a Kong Kingdom to acknowledge the movie! Mega Man X8 Demake is what happens when you bring Mega Man X back to his roots while updating those roots for 2025 sensibilities. It includes the base X8 storyline, while trimming some of the fat off the original title and includes levels for Gigabolt Man o'War and Avalanche Yeti. Other extra content comes in the form of Sup…
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Sept. 2, 2025

Ep. 56: No Problems You Can't Punch! | Shatterhand

Join the guys as they fight the power in Shatterhand, a must play hidden gem for the NES. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us with the methods below! Email: TheCableClubPodcast@gmail.com Our theme music is "Seahorse...
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Aug. 18, 2025

Ep. 54: The Masochistic Genius of Fire Emblem | Fire Emblem Path of Radiance

The guys with special guests Allan and Dante learn why war isn't all sugar and rainbows in the acclaimed tactical RPG, Fire Emblem Path of Radiance. We talk about a retro game every 2 weeks. If you need that in your life, subscribe wherever you find podcasts! Come play games with us and our community. Join the Discord! discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us with the methods below! Email: ...
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Aug. 11, 2025

Ep. 53: From Junk Bin to Jackpot - Retro Game Collecting | ft. Sprooch

Don and Dan talk with Sprooch (Justin) about the funny world of retro game Hunting, reselling, and being a reseller of top shelf video game nostalgia. Leave a like or comment to support the channel, subscribe here or find us wherever you listen to podcasts! Like Sprooch? Check out his content here: https://www.youtube.com/feed/subscrip... Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or contact us with the methods below! Email: TheC...
Aug. 4, 2025

Episode 52: Silent Hill 2: Still A Masterpiece?

Join Don and Dan as they explore the foggy recesses of Silent Hill 2 Lore and Theories with Sprooch, Retro Game Hunter. We talk about a new must play retro game or gaming topic every week. If you need that in your life, find us on the podcast listening platform of your choice or subscribe here. Want more Sprooch? Check our his game hunting channel: https://www.youtube.com/feed/subscriptions/UCwgr86pwGvsU2_tPklUEiMw Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for th...
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July 28, 2025

Ep. 51: PS1 a Nostalgic Console Draft

The guys travel to a Blockbuster in the distant path, or a movie rental store of their choice to visit the video game shelf. They get to push and shove to rent playstation classics for Christmas break. Tell us who got the best video game rental haul: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RCL2W35 We talk about a nostalgic game or gaming topic every week. If you need that in your life, find us wherever you find podcasts or visit https://www.thecableclub.com/. Have a retro game you want us to cover? Se...
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July 21, 2025

Episode 50: The Truth About 21XX | Mega Man X

Join the guys as they talk about one of their collective favorite games of all time: Mega Man X for the SNES. We talk about games on our show every week, if you need that in your life become a subscriber here or wherever you find podcasts. Mega Man X is one of the greatest platformers for the SNES and of all time. It sped gameplay up with one of gaming's most beloved characters. Have a retro game you want us to play or have a question of the week for the show? Leave us a comment below or conta...