Cane And Rinse

“Welcome to the Real World” The 32-bit SEGA Saturn is the subject of our latest single platform special. Leon, Chris, Karl, Michiel and community correspondents share their experiences, opinions and memories of SEGA's penultimate console. As usual we dive into the machine's technical achievements and shortcomings, as well as its accessories, peripherals and - of course - the fabulous treasure trove that is its library of games. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/conspec_saturn.mp3   Console Special No.15 was edited by Jay Taylor

“Then, someone found a cure.” Metroid 4. Or Metroid IV. Coming off the back of Wario Land 4, Nintendo R&D 1's crack team set about writing a direct sequel to Super Metroid, but also a title set much later in the timeline, serving eventually as a prequel to Metroid Dread. Leon, Brian, Leah, Rich and community correspondents get their GBAs (or equivalent) on, and brave the claustrophobic tunnels of a biological research centre and the terrifying, corrupt Samus clone, the SA-X. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_544.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Opening Prologue by Minako Hamano, Akira Fujiwara2. Nightmare Boss Theme by Minako Hamano, Akira FujiwaraEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read

"Well, have you fallen for me yet?" The team tackles Lost Odyssey, the 2007 JRPG from the mind of Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of the Final Fantasy series, that found it's home on Xbox 360. Karl, Jon, Leah and Tony are your team for this issue to discuss their histories and experiences with the game often described as an unofficial Final Fantasy title. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_543.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Immortal Life by Nobuo Uematsu2. Main Theme by Nobuo UematsuEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendl

“A dragon ought to know it is unwise to rile a cat.” As you'll hear in this podcast, the history of this one goes way back to 2004, yet it wasn't until 2017 that we finally got to play Team Ninja's action RPG, Nioh. Leon, Leah, Rich, Ryan and community correspondents discuss the game's notorious challenge and its layers and layers of mechanics. We also discuss whether the game's reputation as a pure 'Souls-like' game is fair, or whether there's actually something else going on here. NB: This game does not depict the Far Eastern adventures of the poet William Blake. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_542.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Nine-Tailed Fox Theme by Yugo Kanno2. Onryoki Theme by Yugo KannoEdit by Ryan Zhao You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinio

“Don’t just sit there and waste your precious time.” Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is 30 (thirty). Leon, Karl, Tony, guest Jamie Smith (Principal Game Designer at Sumo Digital) and community correspondents Spin Dash through both 8 and 16-bit versions of the first Sonic sequel. SEGA's US-based Technical Institute took the reins on the Mega Drive/Genesis, with Team Aspect following up Team Ancient's work on the Master System and Game Gear. As with the original, we got two distinct titles, each worthy of analysis and nostalgic reflection. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_541.mp3   Music featured in this issue: 1. Title Theme by Masato Nakamura2. Special Stage by Masato Nakamura edit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that y

“DESTROY THE ENEMY NINJA GROUP” Heavily inspired by Namco's Rolling Thunder, SEGA launched its cool, ninja-based response 35 years ago, in 1987. Leon, Michiel, Rich and returning guest Ben Cartlidge shimmy to the Shinobi groove, examining AM1's walk and slice platforming action. The panel also discusses the differences between the original coin-op and the official Master System conversion, and takes a quick look at the other versions and conversions released from 1988 to 2020. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_540.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. BGM 1 by Yasuhiro Kawakami2. BGM 4 by Yasuhiro KawakamiEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum a

“Here, another chapter of that history will be written.” As well as excitement, there was palpable trepidation when Nintendo announced that Metroid was going not only 3D, but also first-person - especially because it was being developed in tandem with an untested American team, Retro Studios. However, the resulting game - Metroid Prime - was received with almost universal praise. Leon, Brian, Karl and community correspondents recall the immersion and the atmosphere of Samus Aran's first in-helmet outing, as well as analysing how its gameplay holds up, 20 years on. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_539.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Main Theme by Kenji Yamamoto/Kouichi Kyuma2. Meta Ridley Boss Theme by Kenji Yamamoto/Kouichi KyumaEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per mo

"Tell me what's out there!" Josh is your host for this issue, accompanied by Brian and Leah as they discuss Capcom's 2021 release to their long-running survival horror franchise, Resident Evil Village. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_538.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Ripples in the Calm by Shusaku Uchiyama2. The Hag by Shusaku UchiyamaEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly community in discussing all things relating to videogames, along with lots of other stuff too. Sound good? Then come and say hello at The Cane an

“REST” The fourth stop on our Castlevania series retrospective is the (generally maligned) first handheld incarnation, Castlevania: The Adventure. Leon, Brian, Jon, Michiel and community correspondents charge up their AA batteries for a session of this brief but punishing quest. Next up though, is M2's 'remake'/tribute (arguably in name only), Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth. a relatively obscure 2009 WiiWare title that sees the panellists and the show go out on something of a whip-crackin' high. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_537.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Battle of the Holy (Stage 1) by Shigeru Fukutake/Norio Hanzawa/Hidehiro Funauchi2. Vampire Killer (Stage 6) by Kinuyo Yamashita/Manabu NamikiEdit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have

“Time bonus!” Looking back a bit further than we did in our previous SEGA arcade racer podcasts on Daytona USA and SEGA Rally, we take a look at the mighty Model 1's Virtua Racing (V.R.). Leon, Chris, Karl, Tony and community correspondents remember the sheer footprint of the arcade machine and the excitement of seeing a large amount of solid polygons whirling around at a decent and consistent frame rate. As usual with this type of show we also look at the various conversions and ports that followed on Mega Drive, 32X, Saturn, PS2 and Switch. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_536.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Waiting your entry by Takenobu Mitsuyoshi / Naofumi Hataya2. Congratulations by Takenobu Mitsuyoshi / Naofumi Hatayaedit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (

"Release The Hypno Drones" Tom, James, Ryan and Jesse (who happens to be a former colleague of the game's creator) take a break from furiously clicking to discuss converting all matter in the universe into office stationary (from the safety of their browsers and/or smartphone apps.)  http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_535.mp3   Music featured in this issue: 1. Riversong by Tonto's Expanding Head Band Edit by Ryan Zhao You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly community in discussing all things relating to videogames, along with lots of other stuff

“Don’t be a tuna head!” The creepy comedy tale of Maniac Mansion comprises the origin stories of point and click graphic adventures, cut-scenes in videogames and a talented young creative by the name of Ron Gilbert. Leon, Jesse and Jon GameFAQ and save-SCUMM their way through Lucasfilm Games' freewheeling, freeform early adventure with its many fail-states and dead-ends. As usual we also hear from community correspondents and feature a few Three Word Reviews via Twitter. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_534.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Opening Theme by Chris Grigg/David Lawrence2. End Credits by Chris Grigg/David LawrenceEdited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then

A great slam and then some! Perfectly tuned or punishingly difficult? Join Brian, James and Ryan as they dodge, dash, and dive their way through Cuphead, 2017's stylish boss rush title from Studio MDHR.  The hosts, along with correspondents, examine what works, what doesn't,  and what made this game stand out for so many. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_533.mp3   Music featured in this issue: 1. Inkwell Isle One by Kristofer Maddigan2. Introduction by Kristofer Maddigan edited by Ryan Zhao You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with other, exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly communi

“The Olympians have all grown soft… would you not agree?” There is no escape for James, Leah, and Rich, but with Hermes’ help they can still get the message out. Supergiant Games took a risk with their fourth game, a roguelike that spent nearly two years in early access. Will the journey out of Hades be a Boon or a Pact of Punishment? http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_532.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. No Escape by Darren Korb2. In the Blood (ft. Ashley Barrett) by Darren KorbEdited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly co

“Give a guy a gun, he thinks he's Superman. Give him two and he thinks he's God.” Here comes the medium-jumping sequel that was 15 years in the making, reuniting a cast of James, Jon, Leah, Ryan and Chow Yun Fat. Get ready for a Hard Boiled treat, from Midway and the master of balletic action, John Woo presents Stranglehold. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_531.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. The Essence of Tequila (Theme Song) - Serj Tankian2. ChicaKong (Credits) - Serj Tankianedit by Ryan Zhao You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly com

“Everyone go do their own thing, and we’ll reconvene here.” We're up to the fifth show in our mainline Yakuza series of podcasts, which, therefore, is all about Yakuza 4. Because we started with 0, you see? Anyway, Leon, Brian, Leah, Michiel and community correspondents share their thoughts on this change of direction for the Ryu ga Gotoku series, with its four playable protagonists. Tune in to hear possibly the most gaping chasm in appreciation between the least and most positive panellists in the history of the show. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_530.mp3   Music featured in this issue: 1. Four Face by Hidenori Shoji2. Infinite Handcuff by Hidenori Shoji edit by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd lik

“Prime core fully seated.” Our second PlatinumGames joint of the year, comes in the form of 2019 Switch exclusive Astral Chain. In a sense - as regards to gameplay if not aesthetic - something of a spiritual successor to The Wonderful 101, with its twin-stick, dual character centrepiece. Leon, Josh, Leah and community correspondents wrap their minds, tongues and chains around legions of combat possibilities in this interdimensional disco anime bondage cops extravaganza http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_529.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Rush by Satoshi Igarashi2. Dark Hero Female ver. by Beverlyedited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and

“Where'd you learn how to make pancakes?” A long-awaited podcast sequel for a long-awaited game sequel, in the year 2022 we re-enter Tim Schafer's mind in order to analyse Double Fine's Psychonauts 2. Leon, Leah, Tony, guest Peter Scheffer (@retrogamepapa) and community correspondents intern in the psychonauts programme. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_528.mp3   Music from Psychonauts 2 featured in this issue: 1. Main Theme by Peter McConnell2. Cosmic I/Smell the Universe (Credits Version) by Peter McConnell & Jack Black edited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join

“This is no place for a horse.” Almost a decade after we covered the original Darksiders, the Cane and Rinse panel reconvenes to review the sequel. Leon, Brian, Josh, Leah and community correspondents compare the experiences with Vigil's lootier second outing, through the lenses of both 2012 and 2022. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_527.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. The Makers Theme by Jesper Kyd2. Death Fights Archon by Jesper Kydedited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then venture over to our forum and check out the list of upcoming games we're covering. Whilst there you can join in the conversations with our friendly community in discussing all things relating t

“None of us were there when it happened.” With some delay, we bring you our podcast about the Hungarian/Japanese developed shoot 'em up, Sine Mora. Originally a 2012 Xbox Live Arcade title, but since ported to multiple formats, this supergroup developer mashup with an Akira Yamaoka soundtrack is a game that pleased mainstream game reviewers more than it pleased the dedicated shmup community. Leon, Michiel, Tony and community correspondents debate the benefits of bullet time and popcorn. http://media.blubrry.com/caneandrinse/caneandrinse.com/podcast/cane_and_rinse_issue_526.mp3   Music featured in this issue:1. Moneta Point-A by Akira Yamaoka2. Moneta Point-C by Akira Yamaokaedited by Jay Taylor You can support Cane and Rinse and in return receive an often extended version of the podcast four weeks early, along with exclusive podcasts, if you subscribe to our Patreon for the minimum of $2 per month (+VAT).  Do you have an opinion about a game we're covering that you'd like read on the podcast? Then vent