Retro Rebel

Today we’re going to talk about all the dumb habits we have because of video game mechanics that would be silly in real life. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Dumb things we do because of video game mechanics appeared first on Temple of Geek.

In this episode, we are talking about our most memorable video game worlds. Places that stuck with us long after we stopped playing. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 137 Memorable video game worlds appeared first on Temple of Geek.

This week, we’re talking about the baddies we loved to beat. Big or small, we’re talking the best video game villains. Author information Stacy Bishop Stacy dabbles in the dark side of the force and uses science to teach students to be Batman. When not speaking science he is scouring the internet for information that will probably spoil his favorite movie before it comes out. Little happens in the respective worlds of Star Wars or Batman that he is not aware of. And Han shot first. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 136 Best Video Game Villains appeared first on Temple of Geek.

In today's episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we're talking about our silly, realistic, and monotonous sim ideas.  Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 135 – Sims we’d like to see appeared first on Temple of Geek.

The gaming community often gets a bad rap. And it’s usually deserved. But there have been times that the gaming community did well. Author information Stacy Bishop Stacy dabbles in the dark side of the force and uses science to teach students to be Batman. When not speaking science he is scouring the internet for information that will probably spoil his favorite movie before it comes out. Little happens in the respective worlds of Star Wars or Batman that he is not aware of. And Han shot first. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: Times the gaming community was awesome appeared first on Temple of Geek.

This week Stacy and Amanda are talking about Non-fungible tokens and how devs have been selling nothing for years. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Non-fungible tokens and how devs have been selling nothing for years. appeared first on Temple of Geek.

Gaming developers lying, is it legal? It feels like devs are making more promises than ever and failing to deliver in a big way. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 132 – Gaming Developers lying, is it legal? appeared first on Temple of Geek.

This week on the "Retro Rebel Podcast" we are discussing sidekicks in game that we love! There are lots of reasons to love sidekicks. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep 131 Sidekicks in games that we love! appeared first on Temple of Geek.

How to pick the best sidekick for your playstyle. We’re going to talk about the types of NPCs that might work for you. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: How to pick the best sidekick for your playstyle appeared first on Temple of Geek.

Episode 129 of the Retro Rebel Podcast. This week, gamers were reminded we’re just fish in a barrel as Microsoft attempted a price increase. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: Episode 129 – Microsoft is shooting fish in a barrel appeared first on Temple of Geek.

For some positive vibes, we thought we’d look at all the 2021 game releases that we’re looking forward to. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro rebel Podcast: Ep.128 Games to look forward to in 2021 appeared first on Temple of Geek.

Episode 127 of the Retro Rebel Podcast. As always, in December we call out the best games we played in the last year. We also cover the latest news from Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep 127 Best games we played in 2020 appeared first on Temple of Geek.

This November, we’re going to do a 3-part series thanking the gaming consoles, developers, and games we’re thankful for. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Thanksgiving Series Part 1: Consoles & Developers we’re thankful for. appeared first on Temple of Geek.

Why do move sets and controls get more complex as titles release sequels? The Rebel’s discuss what the reasons could be. Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Why gaming controls get more complex as titles release sequels? appeared first on Temple of Geek.

In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we discuss if there is an ideal place to place specific game types.  Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast: What’s the best platform for each game genre? appeared first on Temple of Geek.

In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we are discussing the death of physical games media, gaming news, and more. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast Episode 122 – The death of physical games media appeared first on Temple of Geek.

In this episode of the Retro Rebel Podcast, we are discussing the history and current state of Franchised Sports Games. Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 121 Franchised Sports Games need a face-lift appeared first on Temple of Geek.

Cross-promotion is everywhere these days, but it’s not new. We’ll talk about some famous examples like Halo 3 and MT Dew game fuel, Forza exclusive cars, Marvel Avengers and Fortnite Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Cross-Promotion in Games, what works and what doesn’t? appeared first on Temple of Geek.

The Rebels cover gaming news, Fortnite drama between Apple and Google, Cyberpunk, and more, and our main topic who should buy the new consoles?  Author information Monica Duarte Born and raised under the California sun. Monica can be found around the Southern California comic book and pop culture convention scene. She can usually be seen either behind the lens of her camera or in cosplay. Lover of all things geeks but especially Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Star Trek. | Twitter | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 119 Who should buy the new consoles? appeared first on Temple of Geek.

This week the Rebels are sharing our tips on how to make real friendships online, discussing gaming news and talking about games they play! Author information Amanda Fox Amanda cut her teeth on her dads old Tandy before graduating to SNES and beyond. An accomplished guild leader in multiple titles and sucker for console RPGs; Amanda spends most of her free time with a bit of tech in her hands. With a life philosophy derived from a Spock quote and more passport stamps then shoes; she is a well-traveled nerd with the urge to pontificate. | The post Retro Rebel Podcast – Ep. 118 How to Make Real Friendships Online appeared first on Temple of Geek.