Eugene Sandulenko of ScummVM joins us to explore preserving gaming history, tackling challenges, and breathing new life into retro classics

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

463: ScummVM: Keeping Classic Games Alive - The Retro Hour EP463

JAN 17, 202590 MIN
The Retro Hour (Retro Gaming Podcast)

463: ScummVM: Keeping Classic Games Alive - The Retro Hour EP463

JAN 17, 202590 MIN

Description

<div>This week, we’re joined by Eugene Sandulenko, project lead of the legendary ScummVM, to explore how this essential tool preserves gaming history. From its origins to supporting classics like Blade Runner and lesser-known gems, Eugene shares fascinating stories about reverse engineering, community passion, and overcoming challenges like LucasArts’ legal battles. Plus, we discuss how ScummVM adapts to modern trends, supports countless platforms, and even improves the retro gaming experience without losing its charm. <br> <br> Contents:<br> <br> 00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories <br> 41:03 - Eugene Sandulenko Interview<br> <br> Please visit our amazing sponsors and help to support the show:<br> <br> Bitmap Books - <a href="https://www.bitmapbooks.com">https://www.bitmapbooks.com</a><br> <br> Take your business to the next level today and enjoy 3 months of Shopify for £1/month: <a href="https://shopify.co.uk/retrohour">https://shopify.co.uk/retrohour</a><br> <br> The Retro Hour Book: <a href="https://retrohour.myshopify.com/">https://retrohour.myshopify.com/</a><br> <br> We need your help to ensure the future of the podcast, if you'd like to help us with running costs, equipment and hosting, please consider supporting us on Patreon:<br> <br> <a href="https://theretrohour.com/support/">https://theretrohour.com/support/</a><br> <br> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/retrohour">https://www.patreon.com/retrohour</a><br> <br> Get your Retro Hour merchandise: <a href="https://bit.ly/33OWBKd">https://bit.ly/33OWBKd</a><br> <br> Join our Discord channel: <a href="https://discord.gg/GQw8qp8">https://discord.gg/GQw8qp8</a><br> <br> Website: <a href="http://theretrohour.com">http://theretrohour.com</a><br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theretrohour/">https://www.facebook.com/theretrohour/</a><br> X: <a href="https://twitter.com/retrohouruk">https://twitter.com/retrohouruk</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/retrohouruk/">https://www.instagram.com/retrohouruk/</a><br> Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/theretrohour.com">https://bsky.app/profile/theretrohour.com</a><br> Twitch: <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/theretrohour">https://www.twitch.tv/theretrohour</a><br> <br> Show notes<br> <br> Capcom and Bandai Namco handheld: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/3nnvwms3">https://tinyurl.com/3nnvwms3</a><br> Atari handheld: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/2j95myyk">https://tinyurl.com/2j95myyk</a><br> Kero Quest 64: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/wnb8ay3b">https://tinyurl.com/wnb8ay3b</a><br> House of the Dead 2 remake: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4kjjx8uc">https://tinyurl.com/4kjjx8uc</a><br> Atari prototype found: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/5xeszd5s">https://tinyurl.com/5xeszd5s</a> </div>