This episode covers the rise of the pocket and scientific calculators in the 1960's and 70's, and how they affected tech history!
Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the rise of the pocket and scientific calculators in the 1960's and 70's, and how they affected tech history!
Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
2016x2 Elder Scrolls: Battlespire - DOS PC Game Review Episode overview
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Jan 08, 2016
It may not be The Elder Scrolls III, but it is the third game in the series! Battlespire is a first-person dungeon crawler adventure set in the land of Tamriel, and it's uh... not exactly great.
It may not be The Elder Scrolls III, but it is the third game in the series! Battlespire is a first-person dungeon crawler adventure set in the land of Tamriel, and it's uh... not exactly great.
2016x3 Why Are Texas Instruments Calculators So Expensive? [Tech Tales Addendum] Episode overview
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Jan 11, 2016
What makes TI graphing calculators cost so much? Mostly, it's because they can. But let's dive into the details in the video!
What makes TI graphing calculators cost so much? Mostly, it's because they can. But let's dive into the details in the video!
Gameplay and overview of the fifth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and clothes? How boho-chic are the films? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the fifth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and clothes? How boho-chic are the films? Questions, answers, snark!
Ever wanted to use a clicky keyboard from the 80's on your Android phone? If you're willing to risk using off-brand adapters, you can do just that! (Also, this is just a quick and dirty solution, not really meant to be taken too seriously!)
Ever wanted to use a clicky keyboard from the 80's on your Android phone? If you're willing to risk using off-brand adapters, you can do just that! (Also, this is just a quick and dirty solution, not really meant to be taken too seriously!)
Gameplay and first impressions commentary on the preview edition of The Following expansion for Dying Light, supplied by Techland! Vehicle humping not guaranteed in final product.
Gameplay and first impressions commentary on the preview edition of The Following expansion for Dying Light, supplied by Techland! Vehicle humping not guaranteed in final product.
The 1990's weren't just the age of boring beige boxes! There were some truly funky designs and interesting experiments as well. Time to take a look at a bunch of them!
The 1990's weren't just the age of boring beige boxes! There were some truly funky designs and interesting experiments as well. Time to take a look at a bunch of them!
An iconic 90's PC game that stands the test of time, Duke3D is one of my all-time favorites. Approaching the game's 20th birthday, it's time to talk about the original release, the .. show full overview
An iconic 90's PC game that stands the test of time, Duke3D is one of my all-time favorites. Approaching the game's 20th birthday, it's time to talk about the original release, the Atomic Edition, and more!
Hail to the balls of come get some damn I'm good steel, baby!
The shareware version of Duke3D was released on January 29th, 1996. Celebrating a two decades of kicking ass and chewing bubble gum with a nostalgic look back at the game, my history with it, and what its impact has been!
The shareware version of Duke3D was released on January 29th, 1996. Celebrating a two decades of kicking ass and chewing bubble gum with a nostalgic look back at the game, my history with it, and what its impact has been!
3D Realms has a new game after how many years? Color me intrigued!
Bombshell has risen from the ashes of Duke Nukem: Mass Destruction, bringing lots of action and upgradable .. show full overview
3D Realms has a new game after how many years? Color me intrigued!
Bombshell has risen from the ashes of Duke Nukem: Mass Destruction, bringing lots of action and upgradable weapons.
This review was made using preview code supplied by 3D Realms, version 1.0.10182, which includes the launch day patch. My critiques and issues with the gameplay take this into account.
From the developers of Euro Truck Simulator 2 comes a new entry to the series, now with more liberty and cheeseburgers! Drive trucks, build a business, crave more.
From the developers of Euro Truck Simulator 2 comes a new entry to the series, now with more liberty and cheeseburgers! Drive trucks, build a business, crave more.
A straightforward edge-matching puzzle game from the Microsoft Entertainment Pack, and an unsolved puzzle with a $2 million prize that went unclaimed. Both are fascinating enough to look into!
A straightforward edge-matching puzzle game from the Microsoft Entertainment Pack, and an unsolved puzzle with a $2 million prize that went unclaimed. Both are fascinating enough to look into!
Fixed up this classic piece of IBM PC history and figured I'd show it off inside and out!
Fixed up this classic piece of IBM PC history and figured I'd show it off inside and out!
2016x16 The Sims 4: Romantic Garden Stuff Review Episode overview
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Fev 09, 2016
Gameplay and overview of the sixth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and clothes? Are wishing wells just magic slot machines? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the sixth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and clothes? Are wishing wells just magic slot machines? Questions, answers, snark!
While playing the game Firewatch, you find a disposable 35mm camera. Take photos while playing and they can be developed and shipped to you for real!
While playing the game Firewatch, you find a disposable 35mm camera. Take photos while playing and they can be developed and shipped to you for real!
2016x20 Tech Tales - eMachines PCs: Never Obsolete? Episode overview
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Fev 18, 2016
This episode covers the various ups, downs, and fascinating choices of the eMachines computer company. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the various ups, downs, and fascinating choices of the eMachines computer company. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
Taking a look at the second expansion pack to Cities Skylines! What are the snowy new features and is it worth the asking price? Find out in this overview of the pack!
Taking a look at the second expansion pack to Cities Skylines! What are the snowy new features and is it worth the asking price? Find out in this overview of the pack!
I've restored the Hot Wheels PC by Patriot and Mattel! Showing off some games and what I did to it.
I've restored the Hot Wheels PC by Patriot and Mattel! Showing off some games and what I did to it.
2016x24 Repairing the Barbie/Hot Wheels Computer Episode overview
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Fev 29, 2016
Mattel made these unique machines through Patriot Computers, but sadly they're almost all dead now. Let's restore one of them!
Mattel made these unique machines through Patriot Computers, but sadly they're almost all dead now. Let's restore one of them!
2016x25 Darkspore [The Problem with Always-Online Games] Episode overview
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Mar 04, 2016
Yep, Spore had a spin-off game! It was a Diablo inspired action RPG from Maxis... and it is now completely DEAD. But not because no one was playing, but because EA says so.
Yep, Spore had a spin-off game! It was a Diablo inspired action RPG from Maxis... and it is now completely DEAD. But not because no one was playing, but because EA says so.
The new Far Cry game takes place in 10,000 BC. And hey, you can ride bears and attack cavemen with bags of bees, so let's see if it's as good as it sounds!
The new Far Cry game takes place in 10,000 BC. And hey, you can ride bears and attack cavemen with bags of bees, so let's see if it's as good as it sounds!
2016x27 1983 Burger King Headphones by Radio Shack Episode overview
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Mar 10, 2016
My headphones are burgers.
Unboxing and testing the BK Headphone AM radio from the '80s!
My headphones are burgers.
Unboxing and testing the BK Headphone AM radio from the '80s!
Quick commentary and gameplay on the MS-DOS mailware game Galaga '94 by APSS Austria! Namco never sanctioned this, but of course that didn't stop anyone here.
Quick commentary and gameplay on the MS-DOS mailware game Galaga '94 by APSS Austria! Namco never sanctioned this, but of course that didn't stop anyone here.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Time to hit the beach, then promptly go inside for bargain shopping.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Time to hit the beach, then promptly go inside for bargain shopping.
Taking a look at yet more of my favorite cover illustrations from retro PC titles! Big box computer games were the best. Artwork that made you wanna spend money.
Taking a look at yet more of my favorite cover illustrations from retro PC titles! Big box computer games were the best. Artwork that made you wanna spend money.
2016x32 Easter Bunny's Big Day - PS1 Game Review Episode overview
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Mar 27, 2016
Ugh. If this is the Easter Bunny's Big Day, I feel really bad for his other days.
Ugh. If this is the Easter Bunny's Big Day, I feel really bad for his other days.
These magazines are pure nostalgic bliss. As a kid, I loved "shopping" with nothing more than my eyes, an inkpen, and my imagination.
These magazines are pure nostalgic bliss. As a kid, I loved "shopping" with nothing more than my eyes, an inkpen, and my imagination.
2016x34 Strangest Computer Designs of the 2000s Episode overview
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Abr 01, 2016
Taking a look at some of the most unusual machines to come out of the first decade of the new millennium! Chumbys, ottomans, prysmas, and more. If it had a shape, it had a computer in it.
Taking a look at some of the most unusual machines to come out of the first decade of the new millennium! Chumbys, ottomans, prysmas, and more. If it had a shape, it had a computer in it.
2016x35 Oddware - IBM Model M13 Trackpoint Keyboard Episode overview
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Abr 04, 2016
The IBM Model M keyboard is legendary. If only it came in black with a built-in mouse...
Well what do you know, it did! The M13 clicky keyboard manufactured by Lexmark.
The IBM Model M keyboard is legendary. If only it came in black with a built-in mouse...
Well what do you know, it did! The M13 clicky keyboard manufactured by Lexmark.
2016x38 Learning With Leeper - ZX Spectrum Game Review Episode overview
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Abr 15, 2016
Sierra On-Line made this back in 1983... and it sucks. Yet this won Best Educational Game?!
Sierra On-Line made this back in 1983... and it sucks. Yet this won Best Educational Game?!
2016x39 The Way Things Work CD-ROM for Windows 3.1 Episode overview
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Abr 22, 2016
David Macaulay's mammoth-filled book reshaped as an interactive multimedia CD-ROM! Not quite a game, but not simply an encyclopedia either. How delightfully '90s.
David Macaulay's mammoth-filled book reshaped as an interactive multimedia CD-ROM! Not quite a game, but not simply an encyclopedia either. How delightfully '90s.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! I've moved to a new house, time to fill it up with thrifted stuff!
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! I've moved to a new house, time to fill it up with thrifted stuff!
Help Quarky and Quaysoo, the half-Indian space elves, answer physical science trivia and win the race! This game is awesome, a true Sierra On-Line classic.
Help Quarky and Quaysoo, the half-Indian space elves, answer physical science trivia and win the race! This game is awesome, a true Sierra On-Line classic.
Gameplay and commentary on The Sims 2 Seasons! Featuring pooping teenagers, a dog, the undead, snowmen, and a hideous creature that's right right right.
Gameplay and commentary on The Sims 2 Seasons! Featuring pooping teenagers, a dog, the undead, snowmen, and a hideous creature that's right right right.
2016x43 Tech Tales - The Tragedy of Eagle Computer Episode overview
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Mai 06, 2016
This episode covers the unfortunate rise and fall of Eagle Computer Inc, and the infamous fate of its CEO. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the unfortunate rise and fall of Eagle Computer Inc, and the infamous fate of its CEO. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
2016x44 Installing an 8-bit EGA Card on an IBM 5154 Episode overview
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Mai 09, 2016
Installing and demonstrating an Auva HEGA-II EGA video card from 1988! Combined with an IBM XT and a 5154 monitor, this makes for some prime PC-DOS v3.3 gaming.
Installing and demonstrating an Auva HEGA-II EGA video card from 1988! Combined with an IBM XT and a 5154 monitor, this makes for some prime PC-DOS v3.3 gaming.
Original Title: DOOM - DOS PC Game Review
The one and only. The original Doom from 1993 by id Software!
Taking a look at each of its episodes, its retail follow-ups, its gameplay, and what specifically makes Doom "Doom."
Original Title: DOOM - DOS PC Game Review
The one and only. The original Doom from 1993 by id Software!
Taking a look at each of its episodes, its retail follow-ups, its gameplay, and what specifically makes Doom "Doom."
Taking a looking at the Gamer's Edition of Hotline Miami and its sequel! Unboxing the big box, talking about the games, checking out the cassette tape soundtrack and more.
Taking a looking at the Gamer's Edition of Hotline Miami and its sequel! Unboxing the big box, talking about the games, checking out the cassette tape soundtrack and more.
Commentary and gameplay on the fourth main Doom game, released in 2016 by Bethesda Softworks! Taking a look at the main campaign, multiplayer, SnapMap features and so on. RIP AND TEAR.
Commentary and gameplay on the fourth main Doom game, released in 2016 by Bethesda Softworks! Taking a look at the main campaign, multiplayer, SnapMap features and so on. RIP AND TEAR.
At long last, there's a Forza Motorsport game on the PC! It's for Windows 10 and DirectX 12 only, but still, it's about time. Taking a look at the feature set of the May 2016 beta!
At long last, there's a Forza Motorsport game on the PC! It's for Windows 10 and DirectX 12 only, but still, it's about time. Taking a look at the feature set of the May 2016 beta!
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! It's springtime and there's all sorts of goodness to find, if only one makes the effort.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! It's springtime and there's all sorts of goodness to find, if only one makes the effort.
Taking a look at the 1996 Windows PC game from Hasbro Interactive. It's no longer just traditional Battleship, now it's got a ton of FMV and extraneous game modes to pad things out!
Taking a look at the 1996 Windows PC game from Hasbro Interactive. It's no longer just traditional Battleship, now it's got a ton of FMV and extraneous game modes to pad things out!
2016x53 Oddware - InterAct Pool Shark Pool Cue Controller Episode overview
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Jun 03, 2016
Miacomet made this billiards controller for the PC under their Real Feel line around 1999! Time to play some Doom 2016 with it (and some pool too, I guess.)
Miacomet made this billiards controller for the PC under their Real Feel line around 1999! Time to play some Doom 2016 with it (and some pool too, I guess.)
Gameplay and overview of the third game pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and activities? How nightmarish can your restaurant kitchens get? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the third game pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and activities? How nightmarish can your restaurant kitchens get? Questions, answers, snark!
2016x55 Tech Tales - What Happened to Motorola? Episode overview
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Jun 10, 2016
This episode covers the origin of Motorola as Galvin Manufacturing, and its eventual split into separate companies. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the origin of Motorola as Galvin Manufacturing, and its eventual split into separate companies. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
2016x56 My VGA/PC Capture Setup (Really Quickly) Episode overview
Sand traps aren't the only hazards you'll find in Dangerous Golf! This game by ex-Burnout developers brings exploding cheeseburgers and annoying camera movement, too!
Sand traps aren't the only hazards you'll find in Dangerous Golf! This game by ex-Burnout developers brings exploding cheeseburgers and annoying camera movement, too!
Found this awesome looking Copal MG-730 clock while thrifting the other day, and I love how over-engineered it is! Appliances can be plugged in around back, so I decided to cook some Pop-Tarts.
Found this awesome looking Copal MG-730 clock while thrifting the other day, and I love how over-engineered it is! Appliances can be plugged in around back, so I decided to cook some Pop-Tarts.
Original Title: Quake - DOS PC Game Review
Wolfenstein 3D. Doom. And then there was Quake. Taking a look at the one of the most unique shooters from the '90s, by the one and only id Software!
Original Title: Quake - DOS PC Game Review
Wolfenstein 3D. Doom. And then there was Quake. Taking a look at the one of the most unique shooters from the '90s, by the one and only id Software!
Gameplay and overview of the seventh stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and toys to play with? How does one deal with monsters under the bed? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the seventh stuff pack for The Sims 4. What are the new items and toys to play with? How does one deal with monsters under the bed? Questions, answers, snark!
Checking out the consumer version of the HTC Vive designed by Valve! Showing the setup process, playing some of the best games, and seeing whether it's worth $800.
Checking out the consumer version of the HTC Vive designed by Valve! Showing the setup process, playing some of the best games, and seeing whether it's worth $800.
2016x64 Racing Laguna Seca in VR [Project CARS] Episode overview
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Jul 01, 2016
No real commentary here, just screwing around in Project CARS for a bit! Click here to see my review of the Vive:
No real commentary here, just screwing around in Project CARS for a bit! Click here to see my review of the Vive:
2016x65 An HTC Vive Ramble: Is The Future Here Yet? Episode overview
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Jul 04, 2016
Talking about the HTC Vive consumer version at length. Going over the positives and negatives, rambling about my experiences, and discussing what the future of VR even is!
Talking about the HTC Vive consumer version at length. Going over the positives and negatives, rambling about my experiences, and discussing what the future of VR even is!
Celebrating SEVEN contiguous years of LGR by building the "Woodgrain 486!" The idea here is to build a PC piece by piece that would fit in around 1994, using spare parts and simulated wood.
Celebrating SEVEN contiguous years of LGR by building the "Woodgrain 486!" The idea here is to build a PC piece by piece that would fit in around 1994, using spare parts and simulated wood.
Taking a look at the updated re-release of Carmageddeon: Reincarnation, now known as Max Damage! This is the PS4 version here, but it's also available for Xbox One and PC.
Taking a look at the updated re-release of Carmageddeon: Reincarnation, now known as Max Damage! This is the PS4 version here, but it's also available for Xbox One and PC.
Pokémon Go is one the most fascinating games in recent memory. Not because it’s a well-made game, but because of the instantaneous effect it’s had on pop culture!
Pokémon Go is one the most fascinating games in recent memory. Not because it’s a well-made game, but because of the instantaneous effect it’s had on pop culture!
Gameplay and overview of the eighth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What new summertime items and clothing does it have? How painful is a failed waterslide attempt? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the eighth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What new summertime items and clothing does it have? How painful is a failed waterslide attempt? Questions, answers, snark!
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! It's summertime and while it took a while to find stuff this episode, it was worth it.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! It's summertime and while it took a while to find stuff this episode, it was worth it.
2016x72 486 Update! Installing Sound Blaster Pro 2.0 Episode overview
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Jul 25, 2016
Unboxing a Creative Labs SB Pro 2.0 ISA sound card from 1992! Then installing it in the Woodgrain 486 DOS PC to see what it can do.
Unboxing a Creative Labs SB Pro 2.0 ISA sound card from 1992! Then installing it in the Woodgrain 486 DOS PC to see what it can do.
Check out my big package! From Japan! Bought a bunch of retro personal computer items for the NEC PC-88, PC-98, and IBM compatibles. Plus a few nifty console collectables.
Check out my big package! From Japan! Bought a bunch of retro personal computer items for the NEC PC-88, PC-98, and IBM compatibles. Plus a few nifty console collectables.
Gameplay and commentary regarding the procedurally-generated, survival sim from Hello Games for PS4 and PC! Is it worth the years of hype and your $60 to explore its universe? (Does not cover the Foundation Update.)
Gameplay and commentary regarding the procedurally-generated, survival sim from Hello Games for PS4 and PC! Is it worth the years of hype and your $60 to explore its universe? (Does not cover the Foundation Update.)
2016x79 Tech Tales - General Magic: Creating the Cloud Episode overview
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Ago 15, 2016
This episode covers the origin and demise of Apple spin-off company General Magic, and its impact on modern tech. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the origin and demise of Apple spin-off company General Magic, and its impact on modern tech. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
After sourcing an RGB cable for my Sony KV-1311CR display, I was able to check out a little bit of the functionality of the original PC-8801 computer from Japan! More work to do still, but it's a start.
After sourcing an RGB cable for my Sony KV-1311CR display, I was able to check out a little bit of the functionality of the original PC-8801 computer from Japan! More work to do still, but it's a start.
2016x86 3D Pinball Space Cadet! [Full Tilt Pinball Review] Episode overview
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Set 02, 2016
Most everyone knows Space Cadet from Windows XP, but did you know there were two more tables that went alongside it? Enter Full Tilt! Pinball by Cinematronics and Maxis!
Most everyone knows Space Cadet from Windows XP, but did you know there were two more tables that went alongside it? Enter Full Tilt! Pinball by Cinematronics and Maxis!
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Pretty dreary and rainy out this time, but that won't stop the search for stuff.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Pretty dreary and rainy out this time, but that won't stop the search for stuff.
Taking a look at Sony's head-mounted LCD from the late 1990s! Not only does it let you have your own personal theater, but it makes you look like a cyberpunk antihero.
Taking a look at Sony's head-mounted LCD from the late 1990s! Not only does it let you have your own personal theater, but it makes you look like a cyberpunk antihero.
2016x91 Alien Rampage and the Duke Nukem Forever Platformer Episode overview
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Set 16, 2016
Rising from the ashes of the original Duke Nukem Forever, Alien Rampage (aka Ravager) is one seriously underrated action platformer!
Rising from the ashes of the original Duke Nukem Forever, Alien Rampage (aka Ravager) is one seriously underrated action platformer!
2016x92 World of Fishing sucks. Which is awesome! Episode overview
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Set 19, 2016
Sometimes, you just need a rather pointless, simple game that you can zone out to. World of Fishing is that kind of distraction.
Sometimes, you just need a rather pointless, simple game that you can zone out to. World of Fishing is that kind of distraction.
2016x93 SimEarth: Tragedy of the Bird People [A Review] Episode overview
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Set 23, 2016
Taking a look at the follow-up game to SimCity from Will Wright and Fred Haslam in 1990! Simulating an entire planet through the lens of Gaia Theory remains thoroughly unique.
Taking a look at the follow-up game to SimCity from Will Wright and Fred Haslam in 1990! Simulating an entire planet through the lens of Gaia Theory remains thoroughly unique.
2016x94 LGR Plays - Rad Rodgers [Early Build First Impressions] Episode overview
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Set 26, 2016
First impressions and gameplay for Rad Rodgers, using code supplied by Interceptor and 3D Realms! Taking a look at a level from an early build of the game.
First impressions and gameplay for Rad Rodgers, using code supplied by Interceptor and 3D Realms! Taking a look at a level from an early build of the game.
In an alternate 1976 where the oil crisis only got worse, you've got a funkadelic dystopia where people have strapped weapons to their vehicles and spout poetry. My kinda combat racing!
In an alternate 1976 where the oil crisis only got worse, you've got a funkadelic dystopia where people have strapped weapons to their vehicles and spout poetry. My kinda combat racing!
One of the earlier adaptations of Bally Midway's arcade classic, Rampage! Smash buildings and eat pesky humans, all while admiring those chunky EGA graphics. Even if you can play arcade-perfect ports today, there's still something special here.
One of the earlier adaptations of Bally Midway's arcade classic, Rampage! Smash buildings and eat pesky humans, all while admiring those chunky EGA graphics. Even if you can play arcade-perfect ports today, there's still something special here.
2016x98 Keyboard & Mouse Made of BAMBOO [A Review] Episode overview
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Out 10, 2016
Yep, this is a wireless keyboard and mouse that works like you'd expect, but it's built using bamboo instead of various plastics!
Yep, this is a wireless keyboard and mouse that works like you'd expect, but it's built using bamboo instead of various plastics!
Taking a look at the 20th Anniversary Edition of Duke Nukem 3D from Gearbox and Nerve Software! A new fifth episode called "Alien World Order" now exists, made by some of the original developers.
Taking a look at the 20th Anniversary Edition of Duke Nukem 3D from Gearbox and Nerve Software! A new fifth episode called "Alien World Order" now exists, made by some of the original developers.
2016x100 Lego Island: Looking Back at the 1st Lego Game on PC! Episode overview
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Out 14, 2016
Taking a look at the original LEGO-sanctioned video game, LEGO Island! Save everyone from the chaos of an escaped convict, brick by brick, tock by tick.
Taking a look at the original LEGO-sanctioned video game, LEGO Island! Save everyone from the chaos of an escaped convict, brick by brick, tock by tick.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Summer's just ended and it's time for cooler, crispier savings as autumn begins.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Summer's just ended and it's time for cooler, crispier savings as autumn begins.
've been at Portland Retro Gaming Expo, which was awesome but also kept me super busy. Regularly scheduled programming will return once I recover (and play some Civilization 6.)
've been at Portland Retro Gaming Expo, which was awesome but also kept me super busy. Regularly scheduled programming will return once I recover (and play some Civilization 6.)
Gameplay and overview of the third Sims 4 expansion pack: City Living. What do the downtown apartments feature? Are the festivals and new careers worth the effort? Questions, answers, snark!
Gameplay and overview of the third Sims 4 expansion pack: City Living. What do the downtown apartments feature? Are the festivals and new careers worth the effort? Questions, answers, snark!
2016x106 Disney's Aladdin Activity Center Review Episode overview
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Nov 04, 2016
These activity center programs for PCs and Macs were all over the place in the mid-90s. And because this is Aladdin, it is clearly the best one of the bunch.
These activity center programs for PCs and Macs were all over the place in the mid-90s. And because this is Aladdin, it is clearly the best one of the bunch.
2016x107 Batter Up! - First PC Baseball Game I Played Episode overview
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Nov 07, 2016
This is a shareware educational baseball game for MS-DOS from 1992! I have strange yet fond memories of this, but haven't been able to find a fully-working copy of v2.0 online. My backup .. show full overview
This is a shareware educational baseball game for MS-DOS from 1992! I have strange yet fond memories of this, but haven't been able to find a fully-working copy of v2.0 online. My backup copy has long since gone corrupt, although I was recently able to get it mostly working so I figured I'd show it here!
Always thought the music in the game sounded like a sitcom, so I added a laugh track to go along with it... cut to SimDuke's pufferfish sushi death, hehe.
Always thought the music in the game sounded like a sitcom, so I added a laugh track to go along with it... cut to SimDuke's pufferfish sushi death, hehe.
This is one of those timeless arcade classics, and yes, it had a PC release back in 2002. Shame that this version wasn't very well-optimized but YA YA YA YA YA!
This is one of those timeless arcade classics, and yes, it had a PC release back in 2002. Shame that this version wasn't very well-optimized but YA YA YA YA YA!
2016x110 Hori TAC Pro - PS4 Keyboard & Mouse Review Episode overview
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Nov 14, 2016
Unit supplied by Hori USA for review. Taking a look at their Tactical Assault Commander Pro keyboard and mouse controller for the PlayStation 3 and 4! Does it provide PC-like control on consoles?
Unit supplied by Hori USA for review. Taking a look at their Tactical Assault Commander Pro keyboard and mouse controller for the PlayStation 3 and 4! Does it provide PC-like control on consoles?
Adviser said my teacup ride needed more decorations. Found the solution.
I've got a review incoming, but I'm having too much fun just screwing around with the game right now.
Adviser said my teacup ride needed more decorations. Found the solution.
I've got a review incoming, but I'm having too much fun just screwing around with the game right now.
2016x112 Serious Sam The First Encounter Review Episode overview
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Nov 18, 2016
This first Serious Sam game is still such a rush! Non-stop action, tons of enemies, satisfying weapons, and plenty of "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!"
This first Serious Sam game is still such a rush! Non-stop action, tons of enemies, satisfying weapons, and plenty of "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!"
Taking a look at Frontier Development's theme park management sim, Planet Coaster! Is it the spiritual successor to RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 fans wanted? Time to find out.
Taking a look at Frontier Development's theme park management sim, Planet Coaster! Is it the spiritual successor to RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 fans wanted? Time to find out.
Commentary and gameplay on the Windows PC game Sid Meier's Civ 6! Is it an improvement over its predecessors? As a long-time fan of the series, I was psyched to find out.
Commentary and gameplay on the Windows PC game Sid Meier's Civ 6! Is it an improvement over its predecessors? As a long-time fan of the series, I was psyched to find out.
2016x115 RollerCoaster Tycoon World Is Sad [A Review] Episode overview
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Nov 25, 2016
Welp. After twelve years of anticipation waiting for another mainline Roller Coaster Tycoon game on the PC, this is the result. And yeah, it is a bit of a downer for long-time fans.
Welp. After twelve years of anticipation waiting for another mainline Roller Coaster Tycoon game on the PC, this is the result. And yeah, it is a bit of a downer for long-time fans.
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Thirty episodes, wow. Let's see what we can find this windy November day!
Join me as I go out thrifting, in search of games and interesting goods at various discount shops! Thirty episodes, wow. Let's see what we can find this windy November day!
Taking a look at the third expansion pack to Cities Skylines! How disastrous are the disasters and is it worth the asking price? Find out in this overview of the Natural Disasters pack!
Taking a look at the third expansion pack to Cities Skylines! How disastrous are the disasters and is it worth the asking price? Find out in this overview of the Natural Disasters pack!
Somehow, Elf Bowling was once one of the most-played games around! As far as mainstream media was concerned, the big three in PC gaming were Doom, Quake... and Elf Bowling.
Somehow, Elf Bowling was once one of the most-played games around! As far as mainstream media was concerned, the big three in PC gaming were Doom, Quake... and Elf Bowling.
2016x119 The Sims 4 Vintage Glamour Stuff Review Episode overview
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Dez 07, 2016
Gameplay and overview of the ninth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What old-school items and clothing does it have? How much of your stuff do butlers steal? Let's find out!
Gameplay and overview of the ninth stuff pack for The Sims 4. What old-school items and clothing does it have? How much of your stuff do butlers steal? Let's find out!
Taking an unscripted look at some of the last big box PC games! Several of these ended up hitting Sam's Club shelves from 2003 to 2005 alongside their smaller counterparts. A fun oddity to collect!
Taking an unscripted look at some of the last big box PC games! Several of these ended up hitting Sam's Club shelves from 2003 to 2005 alongside their smaller counterparts. A fun oddity to collect!
2016x121 PC Games at Sam's Club/Walmart in 2016 Episode overview
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Dez 12, 2016
Since I talked about these stores recently and how they used to sell big box PC games, I figured I'd show how it looks today.
Since I talked about these stores recently and how they used to sell big box PC games, I figured I'd show how it looks today.
2016x122 Christmas Carnage - DOS PC Game Review Episode overview
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Dez 16, 2016
One of two MS-DOS games by the same name released around the same time, Christmas Carnage is basically a gory holiday Paratrooper. And somehow it relates to killing Barney the Dinosaur.
One of two MS-DOS games by the same name released around the same time, Christmas Carnage is basically a gory holiday Paratrooper. And somehow it relates to killing Barney the Dinosaur.
2016x123 Tech Tales - Hi-Tech Expressions: From Christmas to Capcom Episode overview
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Dez 19, 2016
This episode covers the origin and demise of Hi Tech Expressions/Thoughtware, from Jingle Disk to Megaman and beyond. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
This episode covers the origin and demise of Hi Tech Expressions/Thoughtware, from Jingle Disk to Megaman and beyond. Join me in LGR Tech Tales, looking at stories of technological inspiration, failure, and everything in-between!
I don't know about you, but nothing gets me in the Christmas spirit quite like trying to score while juggling Santa's balls. Wait, what did you think I meant?
I don't know about you, but nothing gets me in the Christmas spirit quite like trying to score while juggling Santa's balls. Wait, what did you think I meant?
