#009 - Remember going to Arcades?

#009 - Remember going to Arcades?

Author: Ovox and ChukTomahawk August 21, 2022 Duration: 1:40:05

Ovox and ChukTomahawk discuss the Golden Age of Arcade Games, a bit of History of Arcade Games, the top selling arcade games, and reminisce on the good old days of going to the mall to play Asteroids, Pac Man, Donkey Kong, Metal Slug, Street Fighter 2, Marvel vs Capcom, Dance Dance Revolution, and many others.

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Music credit to Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio for the outro music.


There's a particular kind of conversation that happens between friends after a long gaming session, where the jokes flow as freely as the analysis. NEW WAVE GAMING captures that exact feeling. Hosts Ovox and ChukTomahawk use their shared history and sharp comedic timing to unpack the games and industry moments that define modern play. This isn't a dry review show or a news recap; it's a deep, often hilarious, look at why we spend time in these digital worlds and what that says about the culture surrounding them. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair in a lively discussion, where passionate insights are delivered with a wink and a well-timed jab. You'll hear them dissect everything from the latest blockbuster releases to the quirky indie titles that capture their imagination, all through a lens of genuine fandom and shared laughter. Tuning into this podcast means joining a conversation that is as thoughtful about game design as it is about the pure, silly fun of the experience. Ovox and ChukTomahawk's dynamic makes complex topics accessible and turns nostalgic reminiscing into comedy gold, creating a space where the love for video games is the main quest, and humor is the constant power-up. It's that rare blend of smart commentary and unscripted camaraderie that keeps an audience coming back.
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