The Retro Wildlands - A Gaming Podcast

What happens when SquareSoft takes the DNA of Final Fantasy VII, injects it with survival horror, body horror, and one of gaming’s most unforgettable soundtracks… and sets it loose in New York City? In this re-explored expedition into Parasite Eve for the original PlayStation, we revisit one of the strangest and most ambitious games of the late 90s. From Aya Brea and Eve’s haunting connection, to the game’s disturbing science-fiction themes, incredible soundtrack, cinematic presentation, and unique RPG mechanics.... we’re diving deep into why this cult classic still lives rent free in the minds of retro gamers everywhere by playing through the game's opening together. Grab your gear and join us around the campfire as we explore one of SquareSoft’s boldest experiments ever created. Just remember… the worst foe lies within the self. Intro - 0:00Campfire Catchup - 7:33Community Comments - 20:26Parasite Eve - 33:43Closing Gratitude - 1:51:09 Check out our website!https://theretrowildlands.com/ The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out!https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server!https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands Check out the Michigan Retro Game Expo!https://www.mrgexpo.com/ 

I didn’t expect Resident Evil Requiem to hit me like this… What I thought would be another entry in a series I’ve loved since I was a kid turned into something way more personal. Something that feels like it finally brings everything full circle. From the tension, to the characters, to the way it treats Raccoon City… this one stuck with me. It’s not perfect. But it might be one of the most meaningful Resident Evil experiences I’ve had. In our gaming wildlands Expedition Log #6, I break down the story set-up, the gameplay, and whether or not Capcom leaned too much into nostalgia. All spoiler-free. Come walk back into the darkness with me. Intro - 0:00Resident Evil: Requiem - 4:04Closing Gratitude - 38:54 Check out our website!https://theretrowildlands.com/ The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out!https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server!https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands

Step into the darkness with this episode of The Retro Wildlands as we explore Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, one of the most haunting survival horror experiences ever released on the PlayStation 2. In this episode, we’re not just talking about the game… we’re playing through a bit together. From the eerie atmosphere of the Lost Village to the chilling encounters with spirits that refuse to rest, you’ll experience how the game unfolds, how the Camera Obscura works, and whether this classic still holds up today. So dim the lights, stay close, and whatever you do... don’t lose sight of what’s walking beside you. Intro - 0:00Campfire Catchup - 8:14Listener Comments - 15:25Fatal Frame 2 - 22:36Closing Gratitude - 1:38:56 Check out our website!https://theretrowildlands.com/ The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out!https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server!https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands

“Dead or alive, you’re coming with me.” RoboCop: Rogue City promised a return to the brutal, satirical world of the original films... but does it actually deliver? In our gaming wildlands Expedition Log #5, I break down the gameplay, story, and pure RoboCop energy behind this surprise release. Whether you grew up with RoboCop, or you're looking for a unique take on a tried and true genre, this is one you won’t want to miss. Intro - 0:00RoboCop Rogue City - 2:20Closing Gratitude - 20:48 Check out our website!https://theretrowildlands.com/ The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out!https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server!https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands  

Some games entertain you. Some games stay with you. In our newest Expedition Log entry, I dive into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a game about mortality, legacy, and why some journeys stay with you long after the credits roll. I’ve tried many times explaining why this game means so much to me… and I always struggled to put it into words. So I made an episode about it. Intro - 0:00Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - 2:55Closing Gratitude - 34:21 Check out our website!https://theretrowildlands.com/ The Retro Wildlands is part of the SuperPod Network of gaming podcasts and content! Check us out!https://superpodnetwork.com/ Join the SuperPod Lounge Discord Server!https://discord.com/invite/7zXbMvVQks Follow the Retro Wildlands on Social Media!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/retrowildlands Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlands