Podouken Arcade Podcast
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A podcast that takes a deep dive into arcade games. Hosted by idiot arcade owners that own too many games. Laser Time network.
https://Podouken.com
http://discord.gg/k5vf
A podcast that takes a deep dive into arcade games. Hosted by idiot arcade owners that own too many games. Laser Time network.
https://Podouken.com
http://discord.gg/k5vf
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Sound Voltex – Episode 150
It’s our penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like
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NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
It is time for another #ListentersChoice series!
Nominate an arcade game that you'd like to hear us cover (that we haven't already done). If we pick your game we'll ask you to be involved in the episode!
Reply to this thread or tag us and add the #ListenersChoice hashtag to submit your choice.
Nominate an arcade game that you'd like to hear us cover (that we haven't already done). If we pick your game we'll ask you to be involved in the episode!
Reply to this thread or tag us and add the #ListenersChoice hashtag to submit your choice.
November 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
It is time for another #ListentersChoice series!
Nominate an arcade game that you'd like to hear us cover (that we haven't already done). If we pick your game we'll ask you to be involved in the episode!
Reply to this thread or tag us and add the #ListenersChoice hashtag to submit your choice.
Nominate an arcade game that you'd like to hear us cover (that we haven't already done). If we pick your game we'll ask you to be involved in the episode!
Reply to this thread or tag us and add the #ListenersChoice hashtag to submit your choice.
It's hard to believe this is our 6th #Karnovember with our Fighter's History episode having come out on November 20, 2019.
It was our 4th episode. To think we were all in our 30s then...
It was our 4th episode. To think we were all in our 30s then...
Fighter’s History – Episode 004
All litigious hell breaks loose as Capcom takes on Data East’s game, Fighter’s History, on the biggest stage of them all - the United States District Court.What was it about Fighter’s
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November 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
It's hard to believe this is our 6th #Karnovember with our Fighter's History episode having come out on November 20, 2019.
It was our 4th episode. To think we were all in our 30s then...
It was our 4th episode. To think we were all in our 30s then...
NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
Sound Voltex – Episode 150
It’s our penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like
www.podouken.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:25 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
It’s the penultimate episode of the Rhythm miniseries (and hey, we also hit episode 150)! We return to BEMANI to explore their sub-sub-culture game that allows you to ruin good music just like real DJs, Sound Voltex (or SDVX as the cooler kids say).
Out now!
NEW PODOUKEN!
Sega is no stranger to the arcade rhythm games but they hit their stride with the Performai series. Scan your Aime card & let’s play the game that translates to “pre-teen kids who think they’re cool playing a rhythm game” – Chunithm.
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Sega is no stranger to the arcade rhythm games but they hit their stride with the Performai series. Scan your Aime card & let’s play the game that translates to “pre-teen kids who think they’re cool playing a rhythm game” – Chunithm.
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Chunithm – Episode 149
Sega is no stranger to the arcade rhythm games but they really hit their stride with their Performai series of games. So scan your Aime card, select your song, and let’s play the game that lite
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October 9, 2025 at 1:24 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Sega is no stranger to the arcade rhythm games but they hit their stride with the Performai series. Scan your Aime card & let’s play the game that translates to “pre-teen kids who think they’re cool playing a rhythm game” – Chunithm.
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Sega is no stranger to the arcade rhythm games but they hit their stride with the Performai series. Scan your Aime card & let’s play the game that translates to “pre-teen kids who think they’re cool playing a rhythm game” – Chunithm.
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Podouken Picks episode 3 is live!
We really need to update our character graphics to add gray beards...
We really need to update our character graphics to add gray beards...
Podouken Picks - Episode 003
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October 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Podouken Picks episode 3 is live!
We really need to update our character graphics to add gray beards...
We really need to update our character graphics to add gray beards...
Neo Turf Masters
Nightmare in the Dark
Windjammers
Samurai Shodown II
Nightmare in the Dark
Windjammers
Samurai Shodown II
Pop quiz: You now have a Neo Geo MVS 4 Slot arcade cabinet in your home. Which 4 carts are in it?
It's tough! I'd go...
Garou: Mark of the Wolves
The King of Fighters 98
Samurai Shodown II
Metal Slug X
It's tough! I'd go...
Garou: Mark of the Wolves
The King of Fighters 98
Samurai Shodown II
Metal Slug X
October 1, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Neo Turf Masters
Nightmare in the Dark
Windjammers
Samurai Shodown II
Nightmare in the Dark
Windjammers
Samurai Shodown II
NEW PODOUKEN!
This “Behind the Music” is an 8-part retrospective of the biggest rhythm game franchise to ever hit the States (and the reason so many of us still have plastic guitars stashed in our hall closets) - Guitar Hero Arcade.
Out now! #activision #rawthrills #harmonix #redoctane #konami
This “Behind the Music” is an 8-part retrospective of the biggest rhythm game franchise to ever hit the States (and the reason so many of us still have plastic guitars stashed in our hall closets) - Guitar Hero Arcade.
Out now! #activision #rawthrills #harmonix #redoctane #konami
Guitar Hero Arcade – Episode 148
This “Behind the Music” is an 8-part retrospective of the biggest rhythm game franchise to ever hit the States (and the reason so many of us still have plastic guitars stashed in our hall c
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September 24, 2025 at 12:53 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
This “Behind the Music” is an 8-part retrospective of the biggest rhythm game franchise to ever hit the States (and the reason so many of us still have plastic guitars stashed in our hall closets) - Guitar Hero Arcade.
Out now! #activision #rawthrills #harmonix #redoctane #konami
This “Behind the Music” is an 8-part retrospective of the biggest rhythm game franchise to ever hit the States (and the reason so many of us still have plastic guitars stashed in our hall closets) - Guitar Hero Arcade.
Out now! #activision #rawthrills #harmonix #redoctane #konami
September 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Namco set out to create a super popular rhythm game & accidentally created the most popular arcade mascots since Pac-Man. Don-chan and Katsu-chan are unavoidable as we talk about the extremely popular in the East but largely ignored in the West drum game, Taiko No Tatsujin!
Out now!
Namco set out to create a super popular rhythm game & accidentally created the most popular arcade mascots since Pac-Man. Don-chan and Katsu-chan are unavoidable as we talk about the extremely popular in the East but largely ignored in the West drum game, Taiko No Tatsujin!
Out now!
Taiko No Tatsujin – Episode 147
Namco set out to create a super popular rhythm game and accidentally created the most popular mascots since Pac-Man. Don-chan and Katsu-chan are unavoidable as we talk about the extremely popular
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September 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Namco set out to create a super popular rhythm game & accidentally created the most popular arcade mascots since Pac-Man. Don-chan and Katsu-chan are unavoidable as we talk about the extremely popular in the East but largely ignored in the West drum game, Taiko No Tatsujin!
Out now!
Namco set out to create a super popular rhythm game & accidentally created the most popular arcade mascots since Pac-Man. Don-chan and Katsu-chan are unavoidable as we talk about the extremely popular in the East but largely ignored in the West drum game, Taiko No Tatsujin!
Out now!
If the Punisher arcade game toy announcement awoken your interest in the game, we know a little podcast that spent 2 hours and 15 minutes talking about it...
The Punisher – Episode 059
The Punisher, a game of pixels and violence. Where players mercilessly prey on all. Anytime, anywhere.The next game in the MCBU is Capcom’s ode to grit and 90s machismo that started a longtime
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September 9, 2025 at 8:04 PM
If the Punisher arcade game toy announcement awoken your interest in the game, we know a little podcast that spent 2 hours and 15 minutes talking about it...
NEW PODOUKEN!
Finally a rhythm game that is unlikely to give you a cardiac arrest. We explore the often mispronounced (hint: the “j” is silent) BEMANI hit that is DDR for your fingers, jubeat!
Out now on your favorite podcast service! #arcade #rhythm #jubeat #bemani #konami
Finally a rhythm game that is unlikely to give you a cardiac arrest. We explore the often mispronounced (hint: the “j” is silent) BEMANI hit that is DDR for your fingers, jubeat!
Out now on your favorite podcast service! #arcade #rhythm #jubeat #bemani #konami
jubeat – Episode 146
Finally a rhythm game that is unlikely to give you a cardiac arrest. We explore the often mispronounced (hint: the “j” is silent) BEMANI hit that is DDR for your fingers, jubeat!What is the m
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August 28, 2025 at 12:04 PM
You get one room filled with 20 games of the following type:
Arcade
Pinball
Rhythm
Which room are you choosing?
Arcade
Pinball
Rhythm
Which room are you choosing?
August 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM
You get one room filled with 20 games of the following type:
Arcade
Pinball
Rhythm
Which room are you choosing?
Arcade
Pinball
Rhythm
Which room are you choosing?
Normalize converting dining rooms into pinball rooms.
August 20, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Normalize converting dining rooms into pinball rooms.
Just a reminder...
Arcade venues have come back in a major way in the past decade but they won't last another decade without your support. Find your nearest local arcade and go play!
Repost with your local arcade if you agree.
Arcade venues have come back in a major way in the past decade but they won't last another decade without your support. Find your nearest local arcade and go play!
Repost with your local arcade if you agree.
August 15, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Just a reminder...
Arcade venues have come back in a major way in the past decade but they won't last another decade without your support. Find your nearest local arcade and go play!
Repost with your local arcade if you agree.
Arcade venues have come back in a major way in the past decade but they won't last another decade without your support. Find your nearest local arcade and go play!
Repost with your local arcade if you agree.
NEW PODOUKEN!
We recognize that 3 middle-aged white guys talk about this episode's game isn't the best option so we asked local (& international) legends Chris Austin & Leon Brunson to give us insight into the strategy, gameplay, & tournament scene of BEMANI’s Dance Dance Revolution. #DDR #arcade
We recognize that 3 middle-aged white guys talk about this episode's game isn't the best option so we asked local (& international) legends Chris Austin & Leon Brunson to give us insight into the strategy, gameplay, & tournament scene of BEMANI’s Dance Dance Revolution. #DDR #arcade
Dance Dance Revolution – Episode 145
This miniseries is all about rhythm - rhythm games, that is. We recognize that three middle-aged white guys may not be the best option to talk about this episode’s game so we asked local (and i
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August 13, 2025 at 7:19 PM
SCHEDULE UPDATE: Episode 145 will be delayed until 8/13/25.
Apologies for the inconvenience but between travel & Adam coming down with Gingervirus™ we weren't able to get a recording in.
The good news is that we enlisted some outside help to join us in this next episode!
Apologies for the inconvenience but between travel & Adam coming down with Gingervirus™ we weren't able to get a recording in.
The good news is that we enlisted some outside help to join us in this next episode!
July 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
SCHEDULE UPDATE: Episode 145 will be delayed until 8/13/25.
Apologies for the inconvenience but between travel & Adam coming down with Gingervirus™ we weren't able to get a recording in.
The good news is that we enlisted some outside help to join us in this next episode!
Apologies for the inconvenience but between travel & Adam coming down with Gingervirus™ we weren't able to get a recording in.
The good news is that we enlisted some outside help to join us in this next episode!
NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the end of the Light Gun miniseries and we’re down to our last remaining bullets. Now it’s time for each host to shoot their shot on their pick of an obscure or underrated Light Gun arcade game. #arcadeobscura
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
It’s the end of the Light Gun miniseries and we’re down to our last remaining bullets. Now it’s time for each host to shoot their shot on their pick of an obscure or underrated Light Gun arcade game. #arcadeobscura
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Arcade Obscura (Light Guns) – Episode 144
It’s the end of the Light Gun miniseries and we’re down to our last remaining bullets. Now it’s time for each host to shoot their shot on their pick of an obscure or underrated Light Gun ar
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July 16, 2025 at 8:50 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the end of the Light Gun miniseries and we’re down to our last remaining bullets. Now it’s time for each host to shoot their shot on their pick of an obscure or underrated Light Gun arcade game. #arcadeobscura
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
It’s the end of the Light Gun miniseries and we’re down to our last remaining bullets. Now it’s time for each host to shoot their shot on their pick of an obscure or underrated Light Gun arcade game. #arcadeobscura
Out now on your favorite podcast service!
Reposted by Podouken Arcade Podcast
We’re paying tribute to our beloved homeland with a show about one of the most American things we can think of: GUNS! Specifically light gun games. Pastblaster of the Podouken podcast joins to discuss those glorious games of arcades past.
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July 4, 2025 at 5:34 PM
We’re paying tribute to our beloved homeland with a show about one of the most American things we can think of: GUNS! Specifically light gun games. Pastblaster of the Podouken podcast joins to discuss those glorious games of arcades past.
vidjagameapocalypse.libsyn.com/best-light-g...
vidjagameapocalypse.libsyn.com/best-light-g...
NEW PODOUKEN!
It’s the last featured episode of the Light Gun series! The portal to carnage opens again as we dig up arguably Sega’s best light gun series - and arguably the best game in the series - with The House of the Dead 2.
Out now on all podcast services! #arcade #history #podcast
It’s the last featured episode of the Light Gun series! The portal to carnage opens again as we dig up arguably Sega’s best light gun series - and arguably the best game in the series - with The House of the Dead 2.
Out now on all podcast services! #arcade #history #podcast
The House of the Dead 2 – Episode 144
It’s the last featured episode of the Light Gun series! The portal to carnage opens again as we dig up arguably Sega’s best light gun series - and arguably the best game in the series - with
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July 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Lights go dim, the tokens drop, the carousel spins – it never stops.
So pump that gun & don’t delay, the Midway’s mad & here to stay.
This ain’t no game for hearts too civil… it’s the podcast ode to CarnEvil!
If you like arcades you have our vow: it's out on all podcast apps now!
Lights go dim, the tokens drop, the carousel spins – it never stops.
So pump that gun & don’t delay, the Midway’s mad & here to stay.
This ain’t no game for hearts too civil… it’s the podcast ode to CarnEvil!
If you like arcades you have our vow: it's out on all podcast apps now!
CarnEvil – Episode 142
Lights go dim, the tokens drop, the carousel spins - it’ll never stop.From haunted houses to freakish feats, the bosses roar and shotgun greets.So pump that gun and don’t delay, the Midway’
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June 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Lights go dim, the tokens drop, the carousel spins – it never stops.
So pump that gun & don’t delay, the Midway’s mad & here to stay.
This ain’t no game for hearts too civil… it’s the podcast ode to CarnEvil!
If you like arcades you have our vow: it's out on all podcast apps now!
Lights go dim, the tokens drop, the carousel spins – it never stops.
So pump that gun & don’t delay, the Midway’s mad & here to stay.
This ain’t no game for hearts too civil… it’s the podcast ode to CarnEvil!
If you like arcades you have our vow: it's out on all podcast apps now!
That time that Nitro Circus travelled to the Big Buck Hunter World Championships. A reminder that arcade games unite all people under the banner of fun.
Travis Pastrana can probably school you in Big Buck Hunter
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June 17, 2025 at 12:59 PM
That time that Nitro Circus travelled to the Big Buck Hunter World Championships. A reminder that arcade games unite all people under the banner of fun.
This Wired article gives a new perspective for those that don't appreciate Big Buck Hunter as an arcade game.
Although ten years old, it offers a fascinating look at the tournament scene related to the game and the diverse audience a "Bubba bar game" like BBH can attract.
Although ten years old, it offers a fascinating look at the tournament scene related to the game and the diverse audience a "Bubba bar game" like BBH can attract.
One Man's Mad Journey to the Big Buck Hunter Championship
I have a goal: to secure one of 64 spots in the Big Buck Hunter World Championship.
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June 12, 2025 at 2:23 PM
This Wired article gives a new perspective for those that don't appreciate Big Buck Hunter as an arcade game.
Although ten years old, it offers a fascinating look at the tournament scene related to the game and the diverse audience a "Bubba bar game" like BBH can attract.
Although ten years old, it offers a fascinating look at the tournament scene related to the game and the diverse audience a "Bubba bar game" like BBH can attract.
NEW PODOUKEN!
Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don’t rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade games, Big Buck Hunter.
Out now! #podcast #rawthrills
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Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don’t rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade games, Big Buck Hunter.
Out now! #podcast #rawthrills
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Big Buck Hunter – Episode 141
Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don't rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade
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June 5, 2025 at 12:54 PM
NEW PODOUKEN!
Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don’t rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade games, Big Buck Hunter.
Out now! #podcast #rawthrills
www.podouken.com/2025/06/05/b...
Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don’t rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade games, Big Buck Hunter.
Out now! #podcast #rawthrills
www.podouken.com/2025/06/05/b...
NEW PODOUKEN!
ACTION! We put the pedal to the metal in our light gun miniseries with Namco’s Time Crisis. Seek cover as we explore the entire series starting with V.S.S.E. agent Richard Miller and ending with whatever Time Crisis 5 was.
Out now on your favorite #podcast service. #arcade #history
ACTION! We put the pedal to the metal in our light gun miniseries with Namco’s Time Crisis. Seek cover as we explore the entire series starting with V.S.S.E. agent Richard Miller and ending with whatever Time Crisis 5 was.
Out now on your favorite #podcast service. #arcade #history
Time Crisis – Episode 140
ACTION! We put the pedal to the metal in our light gun miniseries with Namco’s Time Crisis. Seek cover as we explore the entire series starting with V.S.S.E. agent Richard Miller and ending wit
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May 22, 2025 at 1:43 PM
If you've listened to Podouken you know we have a long history of talking about Pac-Man and his related holes.
Look for a review of the Krispy Kreme featuring @bandainamcousa.bsky.social Pac-Man donuts coming soon to our YouTube channel. #arcade #pacman
Look for a review of the Krispy Kreme featuring @bandainamcousa.bsky.social Pac-Man donuts coming soon to our YouTube channel. #arcade #pacman
May 13, 2025 at 11:29 PM
If you've listened to Podouken you know we have a long history of talking about Pac-Man and his related holes.
Look for a review of the Krispy Kreme featuring @bandainamcousa.bsky.social Pac-Man donuts coming soon to our YouTube channel. #arcade #pacman
Look for a review of the Krispy Kreme featuring @bandainamcousa.bsky.social Pac-Man donuts coming soon to our YouTube channel. #arcade #pacman