Hello again Mecha heads! Craig here. Due to having a lot going on in our lives lately (as per usual) Ian and I haven't been able to bring you an actual Podcast episode yet in 2025. Yet is the operative word here though. We're hoping we can get together in September to record everything we … Continue reading Arcade Archives: MAZINGER Z Review (PS5/Switch)
Hello again everyone. Craig here, as always with a brief introduction to the latest episode of Retro Mecha Podcast. This time we're discussing Uchū no Kishi Tekkaman (Tekkaman: The Space Knight) (1975) a 26 episode TV anime from the legendary studio Tatsunoko Productions. The show has a pretty unusual history with a few failed attempts … Continue reading Episode 14 Tekkaman: The Space Knight
Hello again. Craig here, back to introduce another episode of Retro Mecha Podcast. This time Ian and I check out a well loved classic that straddles both the real robot and super robot genres Chōjū Kishin Dankūga (Super Beast Machine God Dancouga). You might have noticed the "part one" of the title. Well we've decided … Continue reading Episode 13: Dancouga Retrospective (Part One)
Hi everyone. Craig here. If you're looking for something to tide you over while you wait for our Dancouga episode (Hopefully recording this week) here's a bonus for you. For Mecha March last year Ian and I announced via twitter that we'd be recording our first crossover episode: Retro Mecha Podcast is combining with Ian's … Continue reading Mecha March: X-Bomber
We're back! It took a little longer than anticipated to get this one out but hopefully it's worth the wait. As part of our ongoing Macross retrospective this time we're talking about Macross 7 (the TV series and the "Encore" OVAs). Because 7 is such a huge series we'll be covering the rest of its … Continue reading Episode 12: Macross Retrospective Part 3 (Macross 7)
Last time I reviewed a game I took a look at a faux retro title with my review of Tribute Games Panzer Paladdin. This time we’re taking a look at an authentic retro game that has been re-released by Retro-Bit, known more for their clone consoles and controllers for legacy systems. Metal Storm is a … Continue reading Metal Storm (1991) NES game & collector’s edition review by Craig (2019 Re-release)
Hello again and welcome to a special episode of Retro Mecha Podcast for Mecha March! This one is under the banner of Retro Mecha Anime World to represent a month long event and the fusion of Retro Mecha Podcast, Retro Anime Podcast and Animehead's retroworld. Starting off the festivities we're taking a look at 3 … Continue reading Episode 9: Mecha March 2021 Special!
Platform reviewed: Nintendo Switch Grit and Flame as seen on this piece of official art designed to look like a physical game cover (Sadly at time of writing the game is download only). These days retro inspired games are everywhere. You only have to browse online marketplaces on your favourite platform for a few minutes … Continue reading Panzer Paladin Game Review By Craig (Nintendo Switch/Steam)
Welcome back! Craig here, introducing another episode of Retro Mecha Podcast. This time we’re taking a look at another super robot show that’s not that well known in English territories: 1978’s Uchuu Majin Daikengo (Cosmic Devil Daikengo) AKA Daikengo: Guardian of space. Much like Daltanious which we covered a few episodes ago, this one was … Continue reading Episode 8: Daikengo
The latest entry in Red Entertainment and Sega's long running franchise is here and this time it's coming west! I had wanted to get into the Sakura Wars saga for many years, however for most of that time the series has stayed in its native Japan. When I heard the new game was being translated … Continue reading Sakura Wars (2019) PS4 Game Review By Craig
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