Old Gamer’s Almanac

Super Smash Bros. Melee (2001)

Today is an introspective trip down memory lane. No game from 2001 has more time spent from both our hosts (together) than Super Smash Bros. Melee and that is a source of great joy and, as always, in Matt's case some skeletons deep in the closet. How will this monolith stand up to the march of time and can we still look at it fondly?
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The List So Far
 
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Elden Ring
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Neon White
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Darkest Dungeon
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

F-Zero (1991)

One more hiatus week before we return on topic to 2001: A Game Odyssey and this week we much go backwards to go forwards. (Which is also backwards) Matt is on the hunt for a 16-bit racing game that he actually likes and today's choice is Nintendo SNES launch title F-Zero. It's a strange game that hasn't had a new entry in many years and at this point feels like a forgotten relic. What's even more forgotten is how this game felt on SNES since the developers went in a vastly new direction for its 3D sequels. But how does F-Zero fit in with the other racing games of this era?
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The List So Far:
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Elden Ring
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Neon White
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Darkest Dungeon
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

Old Gamer’s Almanac Game Awards

It's the holidays and that means we didn't specifically HAVE to play a video game this week. Instead, we saw our close friends and we wanted you to join in on a brief bit. We decided to hold our own little awards show. It's most about the games WE played this year, not necessarily the games that came out this year. But even that definition is a bit too restricting so just come along for the ride, alright?
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Martens v. Elden Ring (2022) [w/ Sun and E.J. Sanders]

Today, OGA gets political. And by political, I mean legal. And by legal, I mean Matt is suing Elden Ring for it's crimes against his psyche and free time. But with Hunter as defense attorney and Sun Sanders as judge, I can't imagine his case will hold much water. The only saving grace is a jury, bailiff and stenographer of his peers in E.J. Sanders..
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The List So Far
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Neon White
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Darkest Dungeon
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories
 

Neon White (2022)

We're on hiatus for 2001: A Game Odyssey and today specifically we wanted to play another entry for 2022. Neon White is a surprise hit published by Annapurna Interactive that is impressing everyone despite it's bold choices in story and art direction. It's a game all about speedrunning that is deeply entrenched in the history of speedrunning and I think that bodes well for it's chances on this list...
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The List So Far
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Darkest Dungeon
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

Darkest Dungeon (2016)

It's time for our first entry on the Every Wheel! A few months ago we spun the wheel for the first time and the Wheel landed on Darkest Dungeon (provided by Geomorgski). So we played it, got properly stressed, spooked, and frightened and now we're here to tell our tale. This rogue-lite tactical turn based RPG is a beloved gem for a lot of people and we're new to the party, so let's see how it fares.
Music by nightcorey. https://soundcloud.com/nightcorey
Consider contributing to our show on Patreon. Email us your thoughts on the ongoing list at oldgamersalmanac(at)gmail(dot)com. Or come talk to us on our Discord.
The List So Far
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge (2022)

It's another off topic week during our 2001: A Game Odyssey season and we're just relishing in nostalgia. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles had a handful of hit arcade games in the 90's and this year Tribute Games brought us a delightful throwback to the classic beat-em-ups. This game is full of style and a lot of jokes for fans of TMNT or Saturday Morning cartoons. But is this genre still relevant?
Music by nightcorey. https://soundcloud.com/nightcorey
Consider contributing to our show on Patreon. Email us your thoughts on the ongoing list at oldgamersalmanac(at)gmail(dot)com. Or come talk to us on our Discord.
The List So Far
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Anachronox
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

Anachronox (2001) [w/ Sun Sanders]

Matt is gone again so Hunter is joined by our dear friend Sun Sanders. Last time Sun was on the show, we talked about Skyrim, and he was robbed an earnest opportunity to rank a western RPG. So this time the two of them discuss Tom Hall's Anachronox and boy you're just going to love their criteria for ranking this game.
Mentioned in the show: Anachronox the Move (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9esyOP1oZQ)
Music by nightcorey. https://soundcloud.com/nightcorey
Consider contributing to our show on Patreon. Email us your thoughts on the ongoing list at oldgamersalmanac(at)gmail(dot)com. Or come talk to us on our Discord.
The List So Far
Disco Elysium
Silent Hill 2
Celeste
Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei
Super Mario Brothers 3
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
Katamari Damacy
Quake
Raw Danger!
Metal Gear Solid
Hyper Light Drifter
Halo: Combat Evolved
Yakuza Kiwami
Papers, Please
Out Run
Into the Breach
Ocarina of Time
Jet Set Radio
Final Fantasy 7
Bangai-O
Centipede
Hitman (2016)
Super Monkey Ball
Crusader Kings 3
Skyrim
Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Portal
Soulcalibur
Pikmin
Secret of Monkey Island
Kirby Super Star
Mass Effect 3
Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil
Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)
Halo 3
Journey
Inside
Journey to Silius
Mario Kart 64
Inscryption
Mass Effect 2
Max Payne
Mirror's Edge
Forza Horizon 5
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
Grand Theft Auto III
Kingdom Hearts
Donkey Kong Country 3
Sonic Adventure
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Twisted Metal 2
Solar Ash
Mass Effect
Aliens vs Predator 2
Metroid Dread
Killer Instinct
Goldeneye
Halo 2
Sonic Adventure 2
War of the Monsters
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories