Episode 20: The Legend Begins: The History of Dragon Quest

Before Final Fantasy, before Pokémon, there was Dragon Quest — the JRPG that started it all. This week, we’re going back to 1986 to explore how Yuji Horii, Akira Toriyama, and Koichi Sugiyama created a genre-defining masterpiece that shaped generations of RPGs.
 
From 8-bit slimes to modern epics, we cover it all — design choices, cultural impact, and why Dragon Questremains a national treasure in Japan.

Episode 19: Ohana on the Go: The History of Lilo & Stitch for Game Boy Advance

This week, we’re blasting into the weirdly awesome world of Lilo & Stitch for the Game Boy Advance — yes, the one that looks like Metal Slug with aliens and Elvis. 🤯
 
We dig into how this Disney tie-in ended up being a surprisingly action-packed run-and-gun shooter, its unexpected difficulty, and why it’s still one of the most unique movie-based games of its era.
 
If you ever wondered how a cute blue alien ended up with a flamethrower… this one’s for you.

Episode 18: Digital Monsters, Digital Memories: The Story of Digimon World

Before Digimon was a full-blown franchise, it was Digimon World — the strange, charming, and sometimes frustrating PS1 game that hooked a generation.
 
This week, we’re going back to File Island to explore how Bandai brought virtual pets into the RPG world, why poop management mattered (seriously), and how this cult classic became a beloved piece of gaming history.
 
If you ever trained a Greymon, got lost in the Drill Tunnel, or rage-quit because your Digimon turned into Numemon — this one’s for you.

Episode 16: NHL '94: The GOAT of Hockey Games

This week, we hit the ice and rewind the clock to explore the legendary NHL '94. From its revolutionary gameplay and iconic organ music to its cult status in both gaming and real-life hockey culture — we’re breaking down why this game still gets love over 30 years later.
 
No other sports game had Wayne Gretzky and Jeremy Roenick in their pixelated prime and a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Episode 15: Across Time: The Epic History of Chrono Trigger

Today we’re traveling through time to uncover the making of one of the greatest RPGs ever: Chrono Trigger. 🚀⏳ From the dream team of developers at Square to the groundbreaking storylines, art, and music that changed gaming forever — we’re covering every era.
Learn how this legendary title redefined what an RPG could be, and why it still holds a place in our hearts decades later. ❤️