Episodes
June 2, 2025
Episode 44: The Switch 2 Updates, Magic the Gathering, and Stylish Video Game Fashion!
Join the guys in this episode packed full of the latest gaming buzz. Like, comment, or subscribe here or on your favorite podcast platform for more game reviews and deep dives. Website: www.thecableclub.com Keep the conversat...
May 27, 2025
Ep. 43: The Unbelievable Technical Evolution of Mario | Super Mario Bros. 3
Join the guys and guest, Jake from 8bitjoystick, as they explore what made Super Mario Bros. 3 so special, how it pushed the limits of the NES hardware, and why it continues to influence game design today — over 30 years afte...
May 20, 2025
Ep. 42 - Unlocking Castlevania: The Ultimate Anime and Game Exploration!
Join The Cable Club in this Castlevania retrospective centered around the excellent Netflix adaptation. We alternate reviewing a new retro game every 2 weeks and other gaming content. If you need that in your life, leave us a...
May 12, 2025
Ep. 41: Conquer Demons, Soar with Angels, and Why There is NO Cow Level! | Diablo 2
It's Don, Steve, Dan and Hux vs. Evil in this Diablo 2 review. Leave a like or subscribe if you want to talk about a new retro game every 2 weeks! Links Have a game you want to enter into the league or a question of the week?...
April 28, 2025
Ep. 40 - Skateboard Tricks, Epic Bails & Memorable Music | Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2
The guys and Steve's little bro, Brandon talk about Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2. It's pretty clear that the hosts don't and haven't skateboarded to any degree in the past, but they have all played this game. Many gamers grew up playing this game on the PS1, and it was surprisingly popular back in the …
April 14, 2025
Ep. 39 The 26th highest grossing game on the N64? | WCW vs. nWo
Although Happney couldn't join us for the whole episode, here is his take:
I think the key to fully appreciating this game is context. It came out a year after it's very successful predecessor WCW/NWO World Tour. It was a more polished product and came our when the WCW was reigning over the WWF …
March 31, 2025
Ep 38: When Gaming Changed Forever | Star Craft Brood Wars
StarCraft was a sensation in the late 90’s and a staple of every PC Gamers’ repertoire. It took the already acclaimed Warcraft formula and brought it to a galaxy far far away, complete with hillbilly military prisoners, vicious bug-o-morphs, and sanctimonious ninja aliens. What started as a flagran…
March 17, 2025
Ep. 37 An Unforgettable Tale of a Forgotten Hero
Website: https://www.thecableclub.com/ Join our Retro Gaming Community on Discord!: https://discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Final Fantasy Tactics is a highly replayable tactical RPG released for the Playstation 1 in 1998. It was later ...
March 3, 2025
Ep. 36: Who put soccer in my Mega Man? | Mega Man Soccer
Join the guys as they discuss Quick Man's footwork in Mega Man Soccer! Come hang out in our Discord retro gaming community. You can join from our website https://www.thecableclub.com/. (Kidding, Quick Man somehow isn't in thi...
Feb. 17, 2025
Ep. 35: Old Gods old game trapped on the GameCube | Eternal Darkness
Join the guys and guest LadyLyshi as they discuss the unbearable weight of family baggage! Come hang out in our Discord retro gaming community. You can join from our website https://www.thecableclub.com/. Check out the video ...
Feb. 3, 2025
Ep. 34: Sim games meet action platforming: Have they gone crazy? | Actraiser
Join the guys and guest Eric as they discuss how playing God gets you an unexpected world where slashin' and simmin' is key! If you enjoyed the content, leave a like or consider becoming a subscriber. You can also check us ou...
Jan. 20, 2025
Ep. 33 Uncovering this Rare Bird of an Arcade Oddity | J.J. Squawkers (feat. Brad from Arcadiology)
Join the guys and guest Brad as they discuss a trippy arcade run and gun game called J.J. Squawkers. If you enjoyed the content, leave a like or consider becoming a subscriber. You can also check us out at the links below. We...
Jan. 6, 2025
Ep. 32 The Evolution of Street Fighter (and the Art of Losing) | Street Fighter III: Third Strike
Description Join the guys and guest Jaymo as they discuss the evolution of the fight game revolution in one of the best 2D fighting games: Street Fighter: Third Strike. If you enjoyed the content, leave a like or consider bec...
Dec. 23, 2024
Ep. 31 - Top Legend of Zelda Game on the Game Boy? | The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages
Join the guys and community guest Denkomisty as they discuss whether the best Legend of Zelda games are Legend of Zelda games for the Game Boy. Jumping into the league is Denkomisty's pick: Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages. Le...
Dec. 10, 2024
Ep. 30 The Legend of Dragoon
Join the guys this week as they fight for the future of Endiness, and save the world from their own creator Soa! In other words... a JRPG Where you fight GOD! Submitted and joined by our community member Chef Doug! Discord: ...
Nov. 26, 2024
Ep 29: Great on Paper and in Execution! | Paper Mario
Join the guys as they crumple up some Koopa Troopas in Paper Mario, the definitive Super Mario RPG, and the definitive RPG on the N64. Hit the like button, leave a comment, or subscribe to follow the League! Consider joining ...
Nov. 11, 2024
Ep. 28: The Greatest Video Game Sequel Ever Made | Pokémon Generation 2, Gold, Silver and Crystal
Join the guys as they strive to be the very best like no one ever was in Pokémon Generation 2, Gold/Silver/Crystal. Join our discord to get in on the discussion and send us your thoughts to be included on our show. You can al...
Oct. 28, 2024
Ep. 27 - One of the best platformers on the SNES? | Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest
Join the guys as they dive into one of the best platformers for the SNES, ,maybe one of the best retro platformers ever, Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Drop a like and let us know what you think about this game. W...
Oct. 21, 2024
Anniversary Celebration - All 31 Games!
We played 31 games this year, these are the best ones! Get comfortable and enjoy the ride of our 1st anniversary celebration. Check out our visual episodes on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2E0IQndOrAU&t=85s Keep up...
Sept. 30, 2024
Ep: 25 Final Fantasy VI vs. Chrono Trigger | not as close as you think
The boys cover two of the best JRPGs of all time in a battle of Best on the SNES: Final Fantasy VI vs. Chrono Trigger. In this video game review they debate both titles to crown a champion at the end of the episode. Games lik...
Sept. 16, 2024
Ep. 24: The Start of a Tradition | Super Smash Brothers, Melee
Join the guys as they head to the couch for some rounds of 4-stock-no-items-final-D-only. Super Smash Brothers, Melee, was released in 2001 for the GameCube and started a beloved tradition by Nintendo fans everywhere.Youtube:...
Sept. 2, 2024
Ep. 23 A game that deserved better | Little Samson
The boys try to 360-no-scope some bells into the faces of dragons and evil wizards to save a kingdom. Join us as we discuss Little Samson, the NES gem you should know. Links Emu Deck Console https://www.indiegogo.com/projects...
Aug. 19, 2024
Ep. 22 Megaman Legends
Join the guys this week for a Blast from the past, the Blue Bomber's first 3D foray! Join us at The Cable Club where we talk about all things retro gaming. Our episodes can be traditional reviews, game comparisons, or just an...
Aug. 5, 2024
Ep. 21 Final Fantasy XI
Join Dan and Steve with their guest host Tom, as they reminisce about quite possibly the best MMORPG that everyone has forgotten about! Join us at The Cable Club where we talk about all things retro gaming. Our episodes can b...