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SEGA Talk Podcast

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SEGA Talk #138: Power Drift (1988)

April 13, 2024 13:54 - 123 MB

Welcome to the SEGA Talk Podcast, where we dive into SEGA’s golden age of gaming and bring you the classics that defined a generation. Today, we’re shifting gears and taking a high-speed trip down memory lane with SEGA’s iconic arcade racer, Power Drift. Released in the late 80s, this game took the racing genre to … Continued

SEGA Talk #137: Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love (2005)

April 04, 2024 21:24 - 88.4 MB

Calling all Imperial Combat Revue fans! This week on the SEGA Talk podcast, we’re setting a course for 1920s New York City in the unforgettable Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love. We’ll dive deep into the tactical RPG combat and charming visual novel romance that make this game a unique gem. Join us as we … Continued

SEGA Talk #136: SEGA World – International (1990s)

March 16, 2024 02:15 - 129 MB

This episode we take another week off from games to talk about theme parks, specifically the short lived ‘SEGA World’ range of theme parks that went on from the UK to South Korea! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk #135: Unreleased Sonic Movies – Trilogy Entertainment Group (1994-1995)

March 02, 2024 21:23 - 146 MB

On this special SEGA Talk podcast we will be looking at newly found information on a very early script pitched by Trilogy Entertainment Group for SEGA and MGM, plus we look at the famous re-write that has also made its way to the wild. Get your popcorn ready! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early … Continued

SEGA Talk #134: Yakuza (2005)

February 21, 2024 02:32 - 151 MB

Your Dojo Captains are taking a trip back to 2005 as we look at the original Yakuza title that started it all! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk Podcast #133: SegaSonic The Hedgehog (1993)

January 27, 2024 15:33 - 121 MB

Let’s spin that trackball as we join franchise star Sonic the Hedgehog and newcomers Ray and Mighty as they try to escape Eggman’s fortress. We take this wild trip down memory lane looking at this obscure Sonic arcade game! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #132: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist

January 14, 2024 19:54 - 102 MB

On this radical episode of SEGA Talk the dynamic duo take a trip into Dimension X and cover Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist! Cowabunga! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk #131: Dashin’ Desperadoes (1993)

December 23, 2023 02:26 - 84.1 MB

SEGA Talk goes desperately dashin’ through this Data East centric Dashin’ Desperadoes episode! Let’s take a look at the little talked about game that plays like Sonic 2‘s competition mode. Is it a hidden gem? Let’s find out! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the … Continued

SEGA Talk #130: Project Justice: Rival Schools 2 (2000)

December 08, 2023 21:35 - 87.2 MB

On this rival edition of SEGA Talk, we take a trip back to 2000s High School rivalry for the ages! The sequel to Capcom’s Rival Schools known as Project Justice? How did this sequel to a niche anime fighter come to be three years after the original? Why did they change the name? Let’s dive … Continued

SEGA Talk #129: Unreleased Dreamcast Games Pt. 2 (1999-2002)

October 28, 2023 14:12 - 210 MB

We end our epic finally of ranking each unreleased Dreamcast games. This second part will cover big SEGA games like Shenmue III, Scud Racer, Toejam & Earl 3, and of course Propeller Arena. Check out the epic finale! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the … Continued

SEGA Talk #128: Unreleased Dreamcast Games Part 1 (1998-2002)

October 07, 2023 14:39 - 186 MB

SEGA Talk is covering every canceled Dreamcast game from years past, this is such a massive undertaking that we will be splitting it into two podcast. Sit back, buckle and let’s take a trip down the ‘what could have been’! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, … Continued

SEGA Talk #127: Sonic the Hedgehog SatAM Cartoon (1993-1994)

September 26, 2023 01:29 - 148 MB

On this episode of SEGA Talk we cover the fastest thing alive, the Sonic the Hedgehog Animated series from ABC! Also known as SatAM! We talk about its development, the characters and the failed revivals! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk … Continued

SEGA Talk #126: Jurassic Park (1993)

September 08, 2023 14:20 - 98.5 MB

The SEGA Talk episode 65 million years in the making, as we take a drive through Jurassic Park on the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive! Its Raptor vs Man on this adaptation of Steven Spielberg’s classic film (which in turn, was an adaptation of a book)! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories … Continued

SEGA Talk #125: Sonic Fast Food Promotions (1993-2023)

August 25, 2023 14:35 - 135 MB

On this fast food filled episode of SEGA Talk we take a quick drive-thru the last thirty years of Sonic’s fast food promotions! Buckle up and get ready to eat! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk #124: Snail Maze & SEGA Swirl (1988 & 1999)

August 15, 2023 15:22 - 115 MB

The long awaited SNAIL MAZE episode is now upon us! Not only that, you get SEGA Swirl for free as a bonus! We also talk about other free SEGA offerings. All this and more in SEGA Talk. [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games … Continued

SEGA Talk #123: Unreleased Sonic Games (1991-2020)

July 30, 2023 18:51 - 133 MB

On this episode of SEGA Talk we dive deep into unreleased Sonic the Hedgehog games! We go through 17 unreleased Sonic games and rank them! What could have been and never was. [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk #122: Instruments of Chaos Starring Young Indiana Jones (1994)

July 14, 2023 15:46 - 131 MB

SEGA Talk throws you the whip on this episode as we talk about the SEGA Genesis game Instruments of Chaos Starring Young Indiana Jones! How did this Chicagoland developed game come to be? What are the origins of Indiana Jones and the TV series that details his early days? Run away from a boulder and … Continued

SEGA Talk #121: Condemned: Criminal Origins (2005)

June 26, 2023 14:31 - 106 MB

SEGA Talk takes a trip to Metro City, in this gritty, serial killer chasing video game Condemned: Criminal Origins, developed by Monolith Software. We take a look at the early titles of the studio, the failed Matrix Online and the plans for a ‘Star Wars’ multimedia franchise that never came to be! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support … Continued

SEGA Talk #120: The Ring: Terror’s Realm

June 09, 2023 15:04 - 85.1 MB

On this SEGA Talk episode we pop in the VHS tape, take a job at the CDC and enter… The Matrix? Let’s take a look at the obscure SEGA Dreamcast game The Ring: Terror’s Realm! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk … Continued

SEGA Talk #119: Shining Force III (1997)

May 26, 2023 19:43 - 114 MB

SEGA Talk takes a journey into the last Shining Force game by the original developers, Shining Force III! Not just the first game, but also scenario 1, 2 and 3. We also discuss the fan translations, development and more! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select … Continued

SEGA Talk #118: Angry Birds & Rovio Retrospective (2009)

May 12, 2023 19:14 - 101 MB

We slingshot this episode and talk about… Angry Birds!? Yes, the early 2010’s mainstream mobile phenomena is now a SEGA brand. On this episode we talk about our feelings about the buyout, mobile games and the weird history of Rovio Entertainment! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the … Continued

SEGA Talk #117: SEGA 32X (1994)

May 01, 2023 14:21 - 123 MB

SEGA Talk takes a x-treme dive into SEGA’s short lived add-on, The 32X! We look at the creation of the device, why it came to be, what games are worth playing, and why it didn’t do better. Buckle up X-SEGA fans, its a bumpy ride! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your … Continued

SEGA Talk #116: Bangai-O (1999)

April 01, 2023 12:57 - 92.9 MB

Missiles locked-on! FIRE! We dive deep into Treasure’s mech shooting, missile blasting, originally Nintendo 64 having, cult classic Bangai-O! Find out what unexpected game influenced the creation and more! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk about!

SEGA Talk #115: E.G.G. Elemental Gimmick Gear (1999)

March 10, 2023 17:10 - 80.7 MB

On this EGGellent EGGpisode of the SEGGA Talk Podcast we will dive YOLK first into Elemental Gimmick Gear, a unique action RPG by a small unknown developer named Birthday. We will look at how a small egg model became a full blown Dreamcast cult classic! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your … Continued

SEGA Talk #114: World of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck (1992)

February 24, 2023 17:44 - 116 MB

On this episode we dive back into the illusionary world of Mickey Mouse, this time being teamed up with Donald Duck in the World of Illusion! We take a look at this multiplayer take on the Mickey Illusion gameplay, and… do you know SEGA? Watch and find out! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early … Continued

SEGA Talk #113: Sonic Triple Trouble (1994)

February 06, 2023 20:54 - 120 MB

On this SEGA Talk we dip back into the world of Classic Sonic with the portable classic Sonic the Hedgehog Triple Trouble! We look at this Game Gear exclusive and the creation of Fang… or is it Nack? [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the … Continued

SEGA Talk #112: Thunder Blade (1987)

January 23, 2023 15:51 - 216 MB

On this SEGA Talk, we return to the 1980s and take to the skies in the super scaler Thunder Blade! We discuss the development of the “taikan” arcade machine, the downgraded SEGA Genesis and Master System ports and the M2 developed Nintendo 3DS port that returned Thunder Blade to greatness. [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] Support us on Patreon! … Continued

SEGA Talk #111: Shining Force II (1993)

January 13, 2023 15:50 - 158 MB

On this episode of SEGA Talk we break the ancient seal to talk about Shining Force II, a sorta sequel to the first Shining Force game. We dive deep into development, look at characters and strategically try to say Japanese names. All this and more on SEGA TALK! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give … Continued

SEGA Talk #110: The Grinch Christmas Special (2000)

December 25, 2022 14:00 - 233 MB

This time on SEGA Talk we humbug the holidays away as we talk all things The Grinch! We talk about his humble beginnings and how his story became a Christmas phenomenon! Also did you know there was a Grinch SEGA Dreamcast game? [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give us feedback, suggest a topic for … Continued

SEGA Talk #109: Conduit 2 (2011)

December 13, 2022 02:16 - 200 MB

We dive back into the conspiracy world of The Conduit, with High Voltage Studio’s sequel Conduit 2. We dive deep into the conspiracies that shaped the game, the changes made and look at the bizarre cliff hanger for the sequel. [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give us feedback, suggest a topic for the next … Continued

SEGA Talk #108: Sword of the Berserk: Guts’ Rage (1999)

November 29, 2022 16:40 - 182 MB

Grab your six foot sword, drab yourself in black and get ready to slay demons as we dive into Sword of the Berserk: Guts’ Rage on Dreamcast! We dive into the manga that started it all, look at the world and go Berserk on this episode of SEGA TALK! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to … Continued

SEGA Talk #107: Segagaga (2001)

November 15, 2022 15:47 - 186 MB

Strap in and get ready to save SEGA as we venture into the year 2025 and cover the Dreamcast Japanese exclusive Segagaga! We discuss the cameos, parodies and more! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give us feedback, suggest a topic for the next podcast or want to ask a question for us to answer … Continued

SEGA Talk #106: Wacky Races (2000)

October 31, 2022 15:13 - 206 MB

…And now here they are! The most powerful duo of daffy podcasters to ever whirl their wheels in the Wacky Races! Competing for the title of world’s wackiest racer! The cars are approaching the starting line. First, is the Giga Mega Drive Turbo driven by Gorgeous George. Next is Barry the Nomad in the AV … Continued

SEGA Talk #105: Tournament of Legends (2010)

October 11, 2022 15:41 - 141 MB

Today on SEGA Talk we discuss the Tournament of the not so Legends, as we discuss an overlooked High Voltage Software Wii exclusive fighting game. Let’s have a look at the humble beginnings of the title to what it became and the fall out. All this and more on SEGA Talk! Support us on Patreon! Get early … Continued

SEGA Talk #104: Sonic R (1997)

September 14, 2022 15:40 - 100 MB

Can you feel the sunshine? Strap yourself in to your… uh… I mean grab the controller as you race as Sonic and his friends (and foes) in the SEGA Saturn and PC classic Sonic R! We talk about the history, the game, the tracks and of course the awesome soundtrack. Support us on Patreon! Get early access, … Continued

SEGA Talk #103: Sonic Rush (2005)

September 07, 2022 01:30 - 168 MB

On this SEGA Talk we dive into the Nintendo DS exclusive Sonic Rush and see not only the birth of Blaze the Cat but also the start of the boost gameplay that would come to dominate future Sonic Team titles. What’s the rush? Sit back and enjoy this SEGA Talk. Support us on Patreon! Get early access, … Continued

SEGA Talk #102: SEGA & Sonic All-Stars Racing (2010)

August 15, 2022 20:53 - 181 MB

Buckle up because on this SEGA Talk, we put the pedal to the metal and hit the road to talk about Sumo Digital’s Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing! What are the origins of this racing franchise? What characters didn’t make the cut? What is a Bentley Jones? Click play and find out! Support us on Patreon! Get … Continued

SEGA Talk #102: Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing (2010)

August 15, 2022 20:53 - 181 MB

Buckle up because on this SEGA Talk, we put the pedal to the metal and hit the road to talk about Sumo Digital’s Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing! What are the origins of this racing franchise? What characters didn’t make the cut? What is a Bentley Jones? Click play and find out! Support us on Patreon! Get … Continued

SEGA Talk #101: Ten Moments in Nintendo and SEGA History

August 01, 2022 13:00 - 147 MB

On this special SEGA Talk episode we look back at not only SEGA & Nintendo shared moment, but also the origins of SEGA’s rival, they’re dip into arcades, the console wars, and even predict each company’s future. Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your SEGA memories read at … Continued

SEGA Talk #100: OutRun 2 (2003)

July 21, 2022 15:20 - 134 MB

SEGA Talk podcast celebrates 100 episodes by covering the sequel to the first game ever covered on this podcast. OutRun 2! We look at why its considered the ‘true’ sequel to OutRun, the many versions and why can’t you buy it digitally anymore? All this and more, on SEGA TALK! Support us on Patreon! Get early access, … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #99: Bayonetta 2 (2014)

July 06, 2022 01:46 - 106 MB

Strap on your guns and get ready to fight some angels because SEGA Talk returns to the world of Umbra Witches as we cover Bayonetta 2! A once SEGA published title turns to their biggest rival, Nintendo! What do SEGA fanboys think of this outcome? Let’s find out… Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #98: Rise of the Dragon (1990)

June 13, 2022 14:41 - 169 MB

On this SEGA Talk, we pop Rise of the Dragon into our SEGA CD and give it a spin. Is this cyberpunk adventure a hidden gem or a poor man’s Snatcher? How does the SEGA CD version compare to the DOS original? And what’s the background on developer Dynamix? Let’s find out! Support us on Patreon! Get … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #97: Policenauts (1994)

June 01, 2022 14:36 - 148 MB

We put on our space suits and ready our weapons as we dive into the Hideo Kojima cult classic Policenauts! We look at the influences that shaped the game, look at why the SEGA Saturn is the definitive version and… why do the lead characters look like the stars of Lethal Weapon? Support us on Patreon! Get … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #96: Vanquish

May 16, 2022 01:11 - 144 MB

Take a drag of your cigarette, suit up and get ready to slide in slow motion as we dive deep into Platinum Game’s Vanquish! Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your SEGA memories read at the end and more! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give us feedback, … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #96: Vanquish (2010)

May 16, 2022 01:11 - 144 MB

Take a drag of your cigarette, suit up and get ready to slide in slow motion as we dive deep into Platinum Game’s Vanquish! Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your SEGA memories read at the end and more! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – RSS – Download] If you want to give us feedback, … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #95: Eternal Champions (1993)

April 29, 2022 21:20 - 183 MB

Welcome to the world of Eternal Champions, we’ll be your guides as we look at the creation of SEGA’s answer to Mortal Kombat, talk about the characters in the game, talk about the 7-Eleven Slurpee promotions, spin-offs, and even cancelled games! Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your … Continued

SEGA Talk #94: Anarchy Reigns (2012)

April 18, 2022 20:38 - 209 MB

On this episode we talk Anarchy Reigns, the ‘sequel’ of sorts to Madworld… or is it? This Platinum Games open world beat ’em up has more to offer than you might think. Let’s look at the wide range of characters, development and of course the controversial delay in the West. Support us on Patreon! Get early access, … Continued

SEGA Talk Podcast #93: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 & Knuckles (1994)

April 01, 2022 18:43 - 140 MB

On this episode of SEGA Talk we dive deep into the development of Sonic 3 & Knuckles. We look into the original scope of the title, the rumored unreleased Japanese release of Sonic 3 Limited Edition, The Creation of Knuckles, Barry ranks his favorite zones, and did Michael Jackson write the game’s music? Support us … Continued

SEGA Talk #92: Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric (2014)

March 22, 2022 14:23 - 133 MB

On this SEGA Talk, we put on some sports tape and discuss the flagship video game for the Sonic Boom multimedia project: Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric! What were the project’s origins? Why was it a Wii U exclusive? And we settle the debate once and for all: which was worse? Rise of Lyric or Sonic … Continued

SEGA Talk #91: The Conduit (2009)

March 04, 2022 23:32 - 203 MB

On this episode of SEGA Talk we dive deep into the life of the studio High Voltage Software, discuss their Wii FPS game The Conduit and even look at the made up instruments that created the game’s soundtrack! Support us on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your SEGA memories read … Continued

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