Reviving the Lost Art of Video Game Manuals - The Retro Hour EP390
Episode 390, Aug 11, 2023, 07:42 AM
Remember the joy of opening a game case and finding a detailed manual inside? Sadly, many modern games have left this cherished tradition behind. But thanks to passionate enthusiasts like our guest Rowan Fox-Noble, gamers can once again experience the tactile pleasure of flipping through a beautifully designed game manual. We discuss the labour of love that goes into recreating these nostalgic treasures.
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Teletext Worms on Amiga: https://tinyurl.com/bd76c7vf
VR Emulation for Atari Jaguar: https://tinyurl.com/krvcju8e
VideoBeast 8-bit Graphics Card: https://tinyurl.com/568h548d
Never-Before-Seen Sonic-Xtreme Images: https://tinyurl.com/2bwu5ej4
Flashback 2 Trailer: https://youtu.be/x_UwLwZ7f3E