The Retro Wildlands - A Gaming Podcast
The Retro Wildlands, a gaming podcast hosted by Nomad! Nomad invites you to sit by the campfire while he shares with you his thoughts and experiences about a video game he’s discovered or rediscovered while roaming the gaming wildlands. Using game music and sound, you’ll be pulled right into the game as we go! If you’ve played the game before, nostalgia surely awaits! If not, you’ll figure out if it’s a game you want to put your time in or not. So what are you waiting for? Come join our expedition!
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3 hours ago
3 hours ago
I didn't expect Dispatch to hit me like it did. When I played it for the first time, I realized this is more than just a game about superheroes, but more so about people looking for that second shot.
Dispatch isn’t just another indie experience, it’s something else entirely. In this latest addition to the Expedition Log, I break down what worked, what I felt didn’t, and whether it deserves your time. Spoiler alert: It absolutely deserves your time. Come find out why.
Intro - 0:00Dispatch - 2:30Outro - 29:30
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7 days ago
7 days ago
Everyone has their favorites, and you’re probably going to disagree with mine! Join me by the campfire as I count down my Top 10 female video game characters, explain the cuts that hurt the most, and share listener picks that made this list even harder to finalize. I'll be mixing in some great gaming music and moments from my favorite gals as we go. And my number #4 will surprise you. (Not really, but that sounds like it could hook you, yeah?)
Intro - 0:00The Bottom 13 - 5:41Number 10 - 10:21Number 9 - 13:03Number 8 - 17:30Number 7 - 22:55Number 6 - 26:35Number 5 - 33:13Number 4 - 38:45Number 3 - 44:00Number 2 - 50:36Number 1 - 55:01Closing Gratitude - 1:00:34
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Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
What happens when you finally play Super Mario Odyssey years after everyone else has already called it a classic?
Expedition Log #2 is a log book entry I should’ve written years ago. In this episode, I finally talk about Super Mario Odyssey, a game I waited far too long to play, and one that completely won me over with its joyful design, creative mechanics, and endless sense of discovery. From New Donk City to the Moon Kingdom, this is a relaxed, campfire reflection on why some journeys are worth taking late.
Intro - 0:00Super Mario Odyssey - 1:23Closing Gratitude - 17:03
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Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
It's time to drop the gloves and hit the ice! And possibly your opponent's face while we're at it. In this episode of the Retro Wildlands, we take a full-on retro slapshot at Blades of Steel on the original NES. From bone-crunching fights to that unforgettable announcer. We'll also slot this game into our NES and play a game together to really get into the action! Was it the ultimate 8-bit sports game… or just really good at starting fights? And how did Blades of Steel stack against Ice Hockey on the NES? Let's lace up and find out.
Intro - 0:00Campfire Catchup - 6:06Blades of Steel - 21:05Closing Gratitude - 1:07:50
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Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
I ignored Metroid Dread for four years. Fifteen minutes in, I knew I’d made a mistake.
In Expedition Log #1, I finally confront one of the most praised Nintendo Switch games of the generation, and I discover why people wouldn’t stop talking about it. Metroid Dread isn’t just a return to form, it’s a relentless, atmospheric survival experience filled with isolation, precision movement, and pure panic courtesy of the terrifying E.M.M.I. robots.
This episode breaks down what makes Dread so effective: its trust in the player, its tight and deliberate gameplay, the thrill of discovery, and the constant tension of being hunted. Whether you’re a longtime Metroid fan, a newcomer to the series, or someone who’s been staring at this game on your shelf, this expedition is worth taking.
The fire is lit. The logbook is open. Let’s get uncomfortable.
Intro - 0:00Metroid Dread - 3:19Closing Gratitude - 20:15
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Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Another year down, another stack of games burned into my memory.
In this episode of The Retro Wildlands Podcast, I’m counting down my favorite video games I played in 2025. The surprises, the standouts, and the ones I couldn’t stop thinking about long after the credits rolled.
But I didn’t do it alone. I’m also spotlighting community favorites, because our Expeditions are always best enjoyed with friends.
Did your pick make the list? And what game completely blindsided me this year? Gather around the campfire, and let's have a chat.Intro - 0:00Number 10 - 5:57Number 9 - 10:52Number 8 - 16:07Number 7 - 22:13Number 6 - 26:21Number 5 - 32:47Number 4 - 40:14Number 3 - 44:36Number 2 - 51:21Number 1 - 56:16Closing Gratitude - 1:08:16
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Check out the Retro Wildlands on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@retrowildlandsCheck out my guest appearance on The Retro Hangover!https://theretrowildlands.com/blog/fear-the-clone-wars-ft-nomadCheck out my guest appearance on Pixel Project Radio!https://theretrowildlands.com/blog/history-yet-untold-final-fantasy-tactics-analysis-ep-155
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
After a short time away, The Retro Wildlands is preparing to resume expeditions into the gaming wildlands once more! In this brief episode, I'll check in by sharing what’s changed during our hiatus, and map out what lies ahead as we chart a course for the show's return on January 8th, 2026.
Saturday Nov 08, 2025
Saturday Nov 08, 2025
Even adventurers need to rest by the campfire now and then! I’m taking a short break from exploring the Wildlands to gear up for the next leg of the journey. In this quick update, I’ll share what’s coming next and when new expeditions will begin again.
Friday Oct 17, 2025
Friday Oct 17, 2025
Darkness falls across the Wildlands, and the time has come to face the games that once haunted my dreams. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal Top 10 spooky favorites, the ones that made my palms sweat and my heart race long after I turned the console off. From eerie pixel adventures to heart-pounding survival horror, these are the titles that still give me chills. Grab your flashlight, settle in by the campfire, and join me as we revisit the games that made fear fun... and unforgettable.
Intro - 0:00Honorable Mentions - 5:38Number 10 - 12:30Number 9 - 18:23Number 8 - 25:40Number 7 - 33:00Number 6 - 40:04Number 5 - 45:25Number 4 - 53:06Number 3 - 59:07Number 2 - 1:08:51Remaining Community Comments - 1:15:25Number 1 - 1:22:55Closing Gratitude - 1:31:58
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Check out this deep dive into Shadow Man from the Waffling Taylors podcast!https://wafflingtaylors.rocks/2023/03/10/shadow-man-open-the-gates-jaunty/
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest is often remembered as the “baby's first RPG", an entry designed to introduce Western players to the genre. But did Square’s big experiment actually work? In this episode, I share my thoughts on Mystic Quest, highlight what makes it stand out from the rest of the Final Fantasy series, and even play through some of the adventure together with you. Whether you’re nostalgic for Mystic Quest, discovering it for the first time, or just curious about this quirky slice of RPG history, this episode is all about revisiting one of Final Fantasy’s strangest detours.
Intro - 0:00Campfire Catchup - 5:45The Stanley Parable - 15:43Campfire Catchup Cont. - 18:00Community Comments - 19:23Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest - 27:16Closing Gratitude - 1:24:41
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