Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter

NHL '94 - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E12

Slap shot into nostalgia! This week, Andy and Dave are inspired by the king of 16-bit hockey, NHL '94! They'll be reliving the glory days of one-timers, goalie fights, and that iconic organ music, while also exploring the evolution of ice hockey video games through the years. From early pixelated puck battles to modern-day simulations, they're covering all the major league hits and cult classics. They've also dug up a pair of cocktails as cool and crisp as a fresh sheet of ice. Get ready for some high-sticking fun, retro gaming glory, and perhaps a few questionable calls!
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail

PaRappa the Rapper - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter

Kick, punch, it's all in the mind! This week, Andy and Dave are dropping the beat and getting groovy with the one and only PaRappa the Rapper! They'll be exploring the game's unique style, unforgettable tunes, and lasting legacy, while also charting the evolution of the entire rhythm action genre through the years. And what's a rhythm session without a refreshing drink? They've mixed up a cocktail that's as vibrant and funky as PaRappa's rhymes. Get ready to jam out, reminisce, and perhaps even learn to believe!"
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail

Championship Manager - Cocktail Mode: Retro games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E10

Have you ever dreamed of leading your favourite football club to glory? This week, Andy and Dave are joined by the tactical mastermind James to delve deep into the addictive world of Championship Manager! They'll be charting the evolution of this iconic series, reminiscing about late nights scouting wonderkids and agonizing over transfer decisions. Plus, they'll be exploring the wider landscape of management simulation games that have kept us glued to our screens for hours. To top it all off, they've each selected a cocktail as carefully considered and potentially volatile as a last-minute transfer bid. Get ready for spreadsheets, strategies, and a taste of managerial magic!
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail
James' Cocktail

Zool: Ninja from the Nth Dimension - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E09

Leap into the bizarre world of the Nth Dimension with Andy and Dave as they revisit the iconic Amiga platformer, Zool. This week, Andy and Dave are taking a deep dive into the legacy of this unique Amiga platformer, from its lightning-fast gameplay to its ingenious level design. They'll also be venturing into the world of Zool 2 along with other games that tried to push random products into our addled young gamer minds. And what's a trip down memory lane without a themed beverage? They've unearthed a couple of cocktails that may be as colorful and chaotic as the game itself… or may just be another terrible pun! Join us for a sugar-fueled discussion and a taste of nostalgia!
Dave's Cockail
Andy's Cocktail
 

Wrestlefest - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E08

Are you ready to bodyslam into nostalgia? This week, Andy and Dave are joined by the tag team champion himself, Chris from the 'Once Upon a Turnstile' podcast, for a deep dive into the pixelated power of WrestleFest! They'll be reminiscing about their favourite arcade moments, discussing other classic wrestling games that graced our screens, and trading stories about the larger-than-life world of professional wrestling through the years. And what's a wrestling extravaganza without a signature drink? They've brewed up a cocktail that packs a punch as powerful as a 5 knuckle shuffle. Get ready for suplexes, suds, and superstar memories!
Chris' Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail
Andy's Cocktail

April Fools Day Special - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E07

Get ready to question everything! This episode, Andy and Dave dive headfirst into the chaotic world of April Fools' Day pranks in the realm of retro video games. But the fun doesn't stop there! We're also shaking up some delightfully deceptive cocktails, concocted with a mischievous twist to celebrate the spirit of April Fools'. Prepare for a blend of pixelated pandemonium and boozy bamboozlement – it's a retro gaming and cocktail combo you won't want to miss!
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail

Worms - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E06

Dive into the pixelated mayhem of classic 'Worms' with Andy and Dave! They'll be revisiting their favourite moments from this artillery strategy gem, reminiscing about holy hand grenades and errant sheep. But that's not all! They'll also be on a quest to find the perfect cocktail pairing for the chaotic, hilarious gameplay. Tune in to for gaming nostalgia, cocktail concoctions, and plenty of friendly fire.
Dave's Cocktail
Andy's Cocktail
 

Metal Gear Solid - Cocktail Mode: Retro games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E05

Did it kill gaming as we knew it? Is it hugely over-rated? Do spoilers have an expiry date? Find out all this and more as we take Snake on his seminal PS1 journey.
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail

Everybody's Golf - Cocktail Mode: Retro Games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E04

You may know it as Hot Shots Golf - but whatever the name it's one of the few games to ever make golf fun! We talk about the whole series, some contemporaries, and Dave even takes the time to explain that whole Tiger Woods, PGA Tour, Masters, EA Sports naming convention mess.
We also do a bit of a round up on some games and drinks mentioned in previous episodes and finally choose these two lovely cocktails for your responsible drinking pleasure:
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail

Tokyo Highway Challenge - Cocktail Mode: Retro games, Cocktails and Banter - S02E03

To celebrate the launch into Early Access of Tokyo Extreme Racer, Dave and Andy look back at where this series started and play entries all the way from the SNES to the Xbox 360.
Obviously you mustn't drink and drive but we did (eventually) find a couple of great cocktails to go along with game for you to try out once you're home safe!
Andy's Cocktail
Dave's Cocktail