Overview
395 Episodes
A teardown of the Intellivision Amico, Pat's WORST collecting experience, Xbox rebrand, and more!Our partners:Geologie -- Use code PATTHENESPUNK80 and grab 80% off your 4-piece personalized skincare trial set!
Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026
The Neo Geo Plus console, 20th anniversary of AVGN on YouTube, Gaming Historian says goodbye, Intellivision Amico CEO interview, and more!Our partners:Geologie -- Use code PATTHENESPUNK80 and grab 80% off your 4-piece personalized skincare trial set!FÜM -- use code CUPODCAST to get a free FÜM topper when you order your Journey Pack!
Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026
Street Fighter II turns 35, update on the strange M64 promos, Pat the NES Punk update, and more!Our partners:Geologie -- Use code PATTHENESPUNK80 and grab 80% off your 4-piece personalized skincare trial set!FÜM -- use code CUPODCAST to get a free FÜM topper when you order your Journey Pack!
Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026
Troubling ModRetro M64 update, Xbox leadership change, giant game collection sold and donated, and more!Prison City -- pre-Order the Retro-style action game on Physical!Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2026
$71,000 Super Mario Bros. sale, Amico New Year update, He-Man movie trailer, AI struggles, and more!Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCASTThe Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2026
Thoughts on the Analogue 3D, Steam Machine announcement, sealed game market in turmoil, and more!Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCASTThe Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2025
Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, Intellivision Sprint announced, Pat holds an Intellivision Amico controller, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and much more! Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCASTThe Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025
Wata Games is dead, Saudi Arabia buying EA, Intellivision Amico sold on eBay, the Virtual Boy returns, and much more!Check out our sponsors:Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCASTThe Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2025
Pat and Ian share some thoughts and memories of Billy Hudson.
Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2025
Huge Roblox controversy, collectors ruining game collecting, Pac-Man Atari 2600+ console, and more!Check out our sponsors:Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCASTThe Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025
Xbox Game Pass a failure, Amico developer speaks out, #CUPodcast listener hassled by a game seller, and more!Check out our sponsors:The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025
Switch 2 hits shelves, Amico games coming to Steam and Switch, Xbox handheld announced, Pac-Man donuts, and more!Check out our sponsors:The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025
Microsoft raises Xbox prices, retro gaming stuff Pat forgot he had, Ubisoft says we do not own games we buy, and more!Check out our sponsors:Mando Deodorant - Go to ShopMando.com and use code CUPODCAST to save $5 off the Starter Pack!The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025
Switch 2 discussion and price analysis, a second Nintendo Playstation prototype found, a Scumbag Seller of the Week, Midwest Gaming Classic, Game Informer back, and more!Support us by checking out our sponsors:Mando Deodorant - Go to ShopMando.com and use code CUPODCAST to save $5 off the Starter Pack!The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025
Pat discusses the journey of pricing out retro games, Xbox AI garbage announced, Elon Musk being exposed as a gaming fraud, and more!Support us by checking out our sponsors:Mando Deodorant - Go to ShopMando.com and use code CUPODCAST to save $5 off the Starter Pack!The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025
Nintendo reveals the Switch 2 console, The Real Game Awards controversy, new Atari handheld, and more! Support us by checking out our sponsors: Mando Deodorant - Go to ShopMando.com and use code CUPODCAST to save $5 off the Starter Pack! The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. TUSHY Bidet -- It's the gift that benefits everyone!
Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025
Sony may produce a new handheld, the Supersega console scam continues, an Intellivision Amico end-of-year update, and more! The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. TUSHY Bidet -- It's the gift that benefits everyone!
Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2024
The Super Sega console scam, PS5 Pro launches, Polymega game collections, and more! The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. TUSHY Bidet -- It's the gift that benefits everyone!
Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024
Analogue 3D console details, new N64 book released, Nintendo Alarmo, Lunchly is moldy, and more! The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. Turtle Beach - Save 10% off gaming accessories with code CUPODCAST at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2024
PS5 Pro announced for $700, GameStop Retro stores, Sony's Concord game launch disaster, Nex Playground overview, and more! The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. Turtle Beach - Save 10% off gaming accessories with code CUPODCAST at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2024
A Nintendo World Championships Gold is sold, GameStop shuts down Game Informer, Atari 7800+ announced, and more! Sponsors: The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout. Turtle Beach - Save 10% off gaming accessories with code CUPODCAST at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2024
Rare video games on a Netflix show, the Xbox 360 market may be on the rise, Atari 50 Expanded Edition, aluminum Analogue Pocket, and more! Sponsors: The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2024
Nintendo Direct highlights, ModRetro Chromatic handheld announced, Nintendo shuts down NWC Kickstarter, and more! Sponsors: The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2024
Atari buys Intellivision, Nintendo World Championships Switch game announced, Q-tipgate, Slurpee Tetris, and more! Sponsors: The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2024
The games we regretted buying in the 80s and 90s, Sony patents "auto-play" for games, a new sealed retro game bubble may be forming, and more! Sponsors: The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2024
Sealed games continue to plummet in value, more game industry layoffs, six things you should know before collecting retro games, and more. Sponsors: Hello Tushy - Save 10% sitewide on Tushy bidets and bathroom products with code CUPODCAST The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2024
$100,000 Super Mario Bros. sale from 2019 looks like a sham, Valentine's Day Intellivision Amico message, Madame Web a disaster, and more! Sponsors: Hello Tushy - Save 10% sitewide on Tushy bidets and bathroom products with code CUPODCAST The Perfect Jean -- Save 15% with code CUPODCAST15 at checkout.
Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2024
A kid beats Tetris, Intellivision Amico "roadmap" revealed, the decline of physical media and collecting, Switch sequel details, and more! Sponsors: Hello Tushy - Save 10% sitewide on Tushy bidets and bathroom products with code CUPODCAST True Classic Tees -- Save BIG on comfortable shirts and more using our promo link http://trueclassictees.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2024
A review of the Analogue Duo, Intellivision Amico Home is a mess, E3 is dead, The Game Awards disappoints, and more! Sponsors: Get 95% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST True Classic Tees -- Save BIG on comfortable shirts and more using our promo link http://trueclassictees.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2023
An update on the sealed game market crash, the MCU may be in trouble, Zelda movie announced, Atari acquires Digital Eclipse, and lots more! Sponsors: Get 95% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST True Classic Tees -- Save BIG on comfortable shirts and more using our promo link http://trueclassictees.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2023
A review of the Intellivision Amico "exclusive" Shark! Shark! and an update on the Wata class-action lawsuit -- recorded live at Portland Retro Gaming Expo. Plus, a bonus segment on the announcement of the Analogue N64 FPGA console! Sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2023
The Atari 2600+ is debated, Starfield reviews are in, vaulting collectibles is discussed, Super Mario Bros. Wonder thoughts, and more! Sponsors: Get 95% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2023
Rumors of the Nintendo Switch successor gain steam, a new scumbag seller offers "polished" NES boxes, and an audience Q&A - recorded LIVE at Long Island Retro Gaming Expo! Sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear Get 90% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2023
Study reveals 87% of video games are no longer for sale, super rare NES game sold and other auction results, Limited Run Games releases announced, Switch saves a girl's life, and lots more! Sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear Get 90% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2023
A crazy Intellivision Amico update from the CEO and games sold off, Analogue Duo pre-orders open, Zapper used in a robbery, Atari buys rights to over 100 games, and more! Sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear Get 90% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2023
Pat and Ian discuss the Super Mario Bros. Movie, E3 gets canceled, an Atari investment opportunity, Pat waxes poetic about the G.I. Joe cartoon, and more! Sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear Get 90% off RexMD and only pay $2 per dosage with our exclusive link https://rexmd.com/CUPODCAST
Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2023
Pat and Ian finally respond to Intellivision CEO Tommy Tallarico's 51-minute rant directed at them from 2019. Check out our sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2023
Intellivision President Tommy Tallarico responds to lawsuit against him, Nintendo Direct recap, Wata lawsuit update and sealed games appear on Antiques Roadshow, Petty Pat returns, a special message from Pat and Ian for the 350th episode, and more in this giant-sized episode! Check out our sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2023
A review of the Rarity game collecting documentary, important moments in game collecting history, Pat's face appears in a rival's Nintendo book (?!), and much more! Check out our sponsors: Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2023
Intellivision Amico shills react to the NES Punk Christmas video, Wata responds to grading counterfeit game, sealed Pokemon Yellow destroyed by customs, DKOldies controversy, and more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 25 January 2023
Intellivision president Tommy Tallarico sued over office furniture, Wata grades counterfeit game, Atari VCS discontinued, Epic Games delists Unreal games, and much more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 11 January 2023
Rude game store customers, part two of Ian's stalker story, the Intellivision Amico "apology," Pat's ghost stories, Atari partners with Denny's, the "Collectionist," and much more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2022
Disappointing Christmas game presents, game collecting mistakes we have made, DCEU in shambles, GameStop's troubling earnings report, and much more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Into the AM - Use code CONTRI to save 10% on comfortable shirts and gear
Transcribed - Published: 14 December 2022
Overrated and underrated game controllers, the Smash Bros. tournament drama from the past week, a look at new movie trailers, including Super Mario Bros. and Cocaine Bear, and much more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 7 December 2022
Analysts think digital games are taking over, an interesting lot of fire-damaged TurboGrafx-16 games, what company deserves the Atari 50 Anniversary Celebration treatment, and more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2022
The many lies of Tommy Tallarico exposed in a huge video, the creator of Sonic arrested, the value of next-gen physical games, "new" NWC cart discovered, and much more! Check out our sponsors: Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2022
A review of Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, looking back at the Wii U at ten years old, Mario controversial middle finger tweet, Wakanda Forever review, and much more with special guest host Alex Faciane! Check out our sponsors: Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2022
The PC Engine turns 35, sealed game prices continue to crash, Twitter is a mess, standard vs. daylight savings time, and more! Check out our sponsors: Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2022
Wata continues to grade and slab bootleg games, is grading or reselling games worse for collecting, Halloween candy discussion, and much more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 2 November 2022
An Intellivision Amico fan confronts Ian, NES games that should get a re-release, Will Wright creating an NFT game, and more! Nord VPN - Save 73% on internet privacy & protection using code CUPODCAST Earthy Select - Use code CUP20 to save 20% off pure and potent Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC!
Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2022
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