The Retrograde: A Video Game Podcast

Dec 28 2024 360 ep. 78 mins 57
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Every week we take a look back at some of our the most beloved or infamous video games which shaped our childhood. But is hindsight 20/20, or do these games still deserve their perfect 10/10?

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