This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy take a historical look at remakes in gaming! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they follow up on Game Buoy Podcast Episode 173 – One More Time: Game Buoy Remake Project Episode 0, originally published on April 28, 2025.

SUPER DELUXE BONUS QUESTION! This week’s Sony State of Play had many of you abuzz; what did you think about the announcements? Was there anything you were hoping to see that wasn’t featured?

Bonus question: How do you feel the broad approach to remakes of games has changed over the last decade? Is that good or bad? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🩶 💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week we’re talking about remakes of games. Tell us about your most memorable/favorite remakes (because it always comes up, yes remasters count)!

But wait, there's more! The Podcast Pirates are joined by special guest @robroberts.bsky.social to revisit the topic of rhythm games as part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, following up on Episode 33B – Through the Fire and Flames: A Look at the Highs and Lows of Rhythm Gaming (B-Side)!

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy bring you a two-part episode! On the A-Side, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy kick off their look at rhythm games over the past decade or so by clearing the news slate!

SUPER DELUXE BONUS QUESTION! Although it’s not related to music games, this week’s Nintendo Direct was arguably the biggest of the year! Did you tune in? If so, how did you feel about the announcements? Was there anything you were hoping to see that wasn’t featured?

Bonus question: How do you feel the rhythmic action/music games scene has changed over the last decade? Is that good or bad? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🤍💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week we’re talking about rhythmic action/music games. Tell us about your favorite music games from more recent generations!

Content warning: although Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy have a serious discussion about the topic of adult content in gaming, the very nature of the topic means that this episode is NSFW. (Lovely and beautiful) listener discretion is advised!

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy revisit the topic of adult content in gaming and how it has changed over the past 13 years! follow up on Game Buoy Podcast Episode 19 – Let’s Talk About [MATURE CONTENT], Baby, originally published on January 21, 2013.

Bonus question: Among series you play, how do you feel about how sexual content is depicted currently? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 💚🤍)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week we’re talking (respectfully!) about how representations of adult content in games (read: sex) have changed over the last 13 years. Have you observed any trends in how these types of scenes have changed (or haven't!)?

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy clear the news slate and talk about what they’ve been playing lately! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project, they follow up on previous news-themed episodes, as well as the Game Buoy Micro format last seen in 2015.

This week, First Mate Slaggy McWaggy and Captain Spike discuss the changing landscape of bad games! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they take a look back at Game Buoy Podcast Episode 28 – @#*$ Games (Or: The E.T. Episode), originally published on May 18, 2013.

Bonus question: We’ll be looking at some games that have been improved over time, to positive results. Have you played any games that have undergone these changes, and what are your thoughts on the process? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🤍💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello folks, this week we’re revisiting the topic of bad games! We’ll look at some notable flops from recent years and the factors that led to their failure. What do you feel are the biggest disasters of the past decade or so, and why do you think they failed?

Update from First Mate @slaggymcwaggy.bsky.social

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy talk about under appreciated games of the past 13 years! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project, they revisit Game Buoy Podcast Episode 12 – Under Appreciated Gems, originally published on October 23, 2012.

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week we’re talking about some of our favorite underappreciated gems from the last 13 years. Tell us about your favorite games from more recent generations that you feel were overlooked or deserve reappraisal.

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss how the past decade has gone for Japanese gaming titans Bandai Namco, Capcom, and Konami! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they take a look back at Game Buoy Podcast Episode 13 – Giants of the Japanese Gaming Industry.

Bonus question: Are there any older games/series by Bandai Namco, Capcom, or Konami that you would like to see revived? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! (🩶💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week we are talking about how #BandaiNamco, #Capcom, and #Konami have fared over the last ~15 years. Have any of these companies delighted or disappointed you in recent years?

This week Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss the current state of LGBTQIA+ representation and inclusion in gaming! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they take a look back at Game Buoy Podcast Episode 7 - LGBT Issues in Gaming, originally published July 24, 2012.

Bonus question: Are there any games that feature LGBT characters OR which you feel explore LGBT related issues that you'd like to recommend? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! (🤍💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello, folks! This week for Pride we are talking about how LGBT issues and representation have changed in gaming in the last ~15 years. Regardless of your identity, have you observed any industry change from your perspective? How do you feel about these changes?

This week, on Game Buoy Podcast Episode 176 – Ninty, You’re a Star: Game Buoy Remake Project Episode 3, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2!

Bonus question: Did you participate in a midnight launch for the Switch 2? If so, how was your experience? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🩶💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello folks, this week we're celebrating the launch of the Switch 2! Did you pick up Nintendo's latest console? If so, what are your thoughts?

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss the current state of games journalism! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they take a look back at Game Buoy Podcast Episode 6 – Gaming Journalism and the Industry, originally published July 1, 2012.

Super Deluxe Bonus Question! What defunct gaming sites of yesteryear do you miss/wish were still in operation?

Bonus question: What is your games journalism/news destination nowadays? It seems so many great sites have dried up! Keep sharing the links! (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🤍💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello folks, this week we’re looking at the recent kerfuffles in #gamesjournalism impacting beloved sites Giant Bomb and Polygon! Are you excited for Giant Bomb’s newfound independence?

This week, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss the changing landscape of games distribution! As part of the Game Buoy Remake Project initiative, they take a look back at Game Buoy Podcast Episode 3 - Digital Distribution and DLC, originally released on May 8, 2012.

Bonus question: How do you feel about Nintendo’s controversial Game Key Card approach, particularly compared to download codes? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🩶💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello folks, this week we’re talking about the changing conditions of games distribution! Are you a physical copy adherent, do you prefer digital, or are you somewhere in between?

On Game Buoy Podcast Episode 173 – One More Time: Game Buoy Remake Project Episode 0, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss Square Enix's various approaches to remakes and remasters in the modern era!

Super Deluxe Bonus Question! Did you attempt to partake in the #Switch2 pre-order kerfuffle? If so, how did it go?

Bonus question: What #SquareEnix classic would you like to see revisited, and what approach would you like them to take? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🤍💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hello folks, this week we’re talking about #SquareEnix Remakes and Remasters! Do you have a favorite approach of the several they’ve taken for revisiting their catalog material?

On Game Buoy Podcast Episode 172 – The Nightmare Before Switchmas 2, Captain Spike and First Mate Slaggy McWaggy discuss the excitement of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and the complicated global economic situation that has dominated the conversation surrounding the upcoming console!

BONUS QUESTION What games or features would you most want to see come to #Switch2? (Please only respond if you’re comfortable with us reading your responses on air, thanks! 🩶💚)

SOCIAL LINKS QUESTION OF THE WEEK Hey folks, what did you think about the #Switch2 presentation? Are you looking forward to Nintendo's new system? Share your thoughts!