Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

Big Box PC Game Collectors

This is the official PodCast of the Big Box PC Game Collectors group. We are a group who focuses on PC game collecting, and we cover all personal computers including the Apple II, Commodore, TRS-80. We're not limited to vintage PC games; we even cover modern big box PC releases.

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Special Guest: John Romero

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

On this episode, we welcome a very special guest: John Romero of id Software and Ion Storm fame! John spent some time with us talking about his vintage Apple II game collection and the developers who made them, including Nasir Gebelli and Synergistic Software.
We also discussed the pros and cons of emulation with classic PC games, and the struggles of playing these games on classic hardware.

A Brief First Person Shooter History

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

The FPS genre became popular almost immediately upon inception. They continue to be the some of the most popular games released. On this episode, we outline a brief first person shooter history.

FMV Games, Sealed Games, and Remakes

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

On this episode we discuss the history of FMV games, whether it's wise to keep your big box PC games sealed, and how we feel about the modern trend of remakes and sequels.

Modern Game Preservation

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

On this episode, the Big Box PC Game Collectors discuss game preservation, specifically how future generations will deal with modern games which require constant internet connections to play as a form of digital rights management.

Reproduction Game Boxes

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

06/14/20 • -1 min

In this episode, Dan and Joel discuss reproduction and bootleg big box PC game boxes, as well as reshrinkwrapping games.

Special Guests: Corey and Lori Cole

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

The Big Box PC Game Collectors had the privilege of Corey and Lori Cole attending our hangout in June of 2015. We discussed their time at Sierra, the Quest for Glory series, and their new game Hero-U.

Special Guest: Josh Mandel

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

In 2015 we had the pleasure of having a conversation with the one-and-only Josh Mandel. We discussed his start in gaming, his time at Sierra Online as well as Legend Entertainment, and the work he is doing now.

Sierra Online Retrospective

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

This is the Big Box PC Game Collectors Podcast recorded May 14, 2015. On this episode: we talk about Sierra Online, their storied history, their most influential games, and the end of the adventure game era.

Was Gaming Really Better Back Then?

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

On this episode: we discuss whether we're viewing classic gaming through rose-tinted glasses, the redefining of "nerds" as "cool," and our favorite games from our personal collections.

The Worst Game Endings

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast

04/24/19 • -1 min

On this episode, the Big Box PC Game Collectors get together to discuss the worst game endings - everything from Eye of the Beholder's non-ending to Mass Effect 3's color coded fiasco.

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How many episodes does Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast have?

Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast currently has 11 episodes available.

What topics does Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast cover?

The podcast is about Leisure, Video, Game, Games, Retro, Apple, Gaming, Podcasts, Vintage, Video Games and Big.

What is the most popular episode on Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast?

The episode title 'The Worst Game Endings' is the most popular.

When was the first episode of Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast?

The first episode of Big Box PC Game Collectors PodCast was released on Apr 24, 2019.

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