<![CDATA[Cart Creeps]]>Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast that digs up old cartridges to see how they really play once the nostalgia wears off.

Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined through the act of playing it — not just remembering it. We focus on how these games feel in your hands today: their movement, pacing, difficulty, atmosphere, and the small design decisions that either hold together or start to show their seams.

There are no scores and no obligation to finish, just honest discussion about what survives the replay and what doesn’t.

Retro games aren’t dead. They’re just waiting for input.

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]]>https://www.instagram.com/cart_creeps/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:29:49 GMTSun, 01 Feb 2026 19:22:19 GMT60Ryan, Jay, Gabe, and Keif<p>Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast that digs up old cartridges to see how they really play once the nostalgia wears off.</p><p>Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined through the act of playing it — not just remembering it. We focus on how these games feel in your hands today: their movement, pacing, difficulty, atmosphere, and the small design decisions that either hold together or start to show their seams.</p><p>There are no scores and no obligation to finish, just honest discussion about what survives the replay and what doesn’t.</p><p><strong><em>Retro games aren’t dead. They’re just waiting for input.</em></strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Follow Cart Creeps:</strong></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/cart_creeps/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/cart_creeps/</a></p>episodicRyan, Jay, Gabe, and Keifcartcreeps@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[CC5: DOOM | Retro Game of the Month]]>One of the all time greats.


We cover:
• Movement, and combat
• Level design and secrets
• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, strategies
• Atmosphere, music, and presentation

Retro games aren’t dead.
They’re just waiting for input.

🎮 About Cart Creeps:
Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.

Stay updated and find all our official pages here:
DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK
PATREON: https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NchdrtOI0f4pASifGdndD?si=FXKnxXNWRtKVQc8wmoNwXg&nd=1&dlsi=3707b56f58684b15
APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cart-creeps/id1869142251?at=1000lHKX&ct=linktree_http&itsct=lt_p&itscg=30200&ls=1

]]>38c7a2f7-dfaf-4992-95e9-bace4cb551ccSun, 03 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>One of the all time greats.</p><p><br />We cover:<br />• Movement, and combat<br />• Level design and secrets<br />• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, strategies<br />• Atmosphere, music, and presentation<br /><br />Retro games aren’t dead.<br />They’re just waiting for input.<br /><br />🎮 About Cart Creeps:<br />Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.<br /><br />Stay updated and find all our official pages here:<br />DISCORD: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK" target="_blank">https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK</a><br />PATREON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink</a><br />SPOTIFY: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5NchdrtOI0f4pASifGdndD?si=FXKnxXNWRtKVQc8wmoNwXg&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=3707b56f58684b15" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/5NchdrtOI0f4pASifGdndD?si=FXKnxXNWRtKVQc8wmoNwXg&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=3707b56f58684b15</a><br />APPLE PODCASTS: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cart-creeps/id1869142251?at=1000lHKX&amp;ct=linktree_http&amp;itsct=lt_p&amp;itscg=30200&amp;ls=1" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cart-creeps/id1869142251?at=1000lHKX&amp;ct=linktree_http&amp;itsct=lt_p&amp;itscg=30200&amp;ls=1</a></p>yes02:00:0815CC5: DOOM | Retro Game of the Monthfull<![CDATA[CC4: Ironman and XO Manowar in Heavy Metal | Retro Game of the Month]]>This was one of the worst games we've ever played.

We cover:
• Movement, and combat
• Level design and pacing
• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points
• Atmosphere, music, and presentation

Retro games aren’t dead.
They’re just waiting for input.

🎮 About Cart Creeps:
Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.

Stay updated and find all our official pages here:
DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK
PATREON: https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink

]]>c6c75764-8598-49ad-aafc-fa58ed3d0b7fSun, 05 Apr 2026 02:18:03 GMT<p>This was one of the worst games we've ever played.<br /><br />We cover:<br />• Movement, and combat<br />• Level design and pacing<br />• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points<br />• Atmosphere, music, and presentation<br /><br />Retro games aren’t dead.<br />They’re just waiting for input.<br /><br />🎮 About Cart Creeps:<br />Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.<br /><br />Stay updated and find all our official pages here:<br />DISCORD: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK" target="_blank">https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK</a><br />PATREON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink</a></p>yes02:10:3414CC4: Ironman and XO Manowar in Heavy Metal | Retro Game of the Monthfull<![CDATA[CC3: Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Month]]>Pokémon Trading Card Game for the GBC got a sequel, but only in Japan. In this episode we discuss the game after playing the translation patch.

We cover:
• Duels and Deckbuilding
• Special rules for duels
• Boss duels
• Atmosphere, music, and presentation

Retro games aren’t dead.
They’re just waiting for input.

🎮 About Cart Creeps:
Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.

Stay updated and find all our official pages here:
DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK
PATREON: https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink

]]>5044a31b-bd30-4656-83ef-626cdeb7e7afThu, 05 Mar 2026 04:11:03 GMT<p>Pokémon Trading Card Game for the GBC got a sequel, but only in Japan. In this episode we discuss the game after playing the translation patch.<br /><br />We cover:<br />• Duels and Deckbuilding<br />• Special rules for duels<br />• Boss duels<br />• Atmosphere, music, and presentation<br /><br />Retro games aren’t dead.<br />They’re just waiting for input.<br /><br />🎮 About Cart Creeps:<br />Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.<br /><br />Stay updated and find all our official pages here:<br />DISCORD: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK" target="_blank">https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK</a><br />PATREON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink</a><br /></p>yes02:05:1013CC3: Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Monthfull<![CDATA[CC2: Super Castlevania IV Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Month]]>Super Castlevania IV often makes the gaming GOAT lists - but how does it actually feel to play now?

In this episode of Cart Creeps, we focus on Super Castlevania IV as its own experience, examining how the game plays moment to moment rather than as a historical artifact.

We cover:
• Movement, and combat
• Level design and pacing
• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points
• Atmosphere, music, and presentation

Retro games aren’t dead.
They’re just waiting for input.

🎮 About Cart Creeps:
Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.

Stay updated and find all our official pages here:
DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK
PATREON: https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink

]]>c98494f9-000b-48be-a8f4-8b67b9c3a70bMon, 02 Feb 2026 18:58:58 GMT<p>Super Castlevania IV often makes the gaming GOAT lists - but how does it actually feel to play now?<br /><br />In this episode of Cart Creeps, we focus on Super Castlevania IV as its own experience, examining how the game plays moment to moment rather than as a historical artifact.<br /><br />We cover:<br />• Movement, and combat<br />• Level design and pacing<br />• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points<br />• Atmosphere, music, and presentation<br /><br />Retro games aren’t dead.<br />They’re just waiting for input.<br /><br />🎮 About Cart Creeps:<br />Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.<br /><br />Stay updated and find all our official pages here:<br />DISCORD: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK" target="_blank">https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK</a><br />PATREON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink</a></p>no01:39:5512CC2: Super Castlevania IV Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Monthfull<![CDATA[CC1: Metroid: Zero Mission Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Month]]>Metroid: Zero Mission is a standout Game Boy Advance title - but how does it actually feel to play now?

In this episode of Cart Creeps, we focus entirely on Metroid: Zero Mission as its own experience, examining how the game plays moment to moment rather than as a historical artifact.

We cover:
• Movement, combat, and exploration flow
• Level design, navigation, and pacing
• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points
• Atmosphere, music, and presentation
• The Zero Suit section and additional content

Retro games aren’t dead.
They’re just waiting for input.

🎮 About Cart Creeps:
Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.

Stay updated and find all our official pages here:
DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK
PATREON: https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/cart-creeps/2460910f8101840-756d-48bc-b0f7-e2d3b9945d4eWed, 14 Jan 2026 21:44:19 GMT<p>Metroid: Zero Mission is a standout Game Boy Advance title - but how does it actually feel to play now?<br /><br />In this episode of Cart Creeps, we focus entirely on Metroid: Zero Mission as its own experience, examining how the game plays moment to moment rather than as a historical artifact.<br /><br />We cover:<br />• Movement, combat, and exploration flow<br />• Level design, navigation, and pacing<br />• Boss fights, difficulty spikes, and pressure points<br />• Atmosphere, music, and presentation<br />• The Zero Suit section and additional content<br /><br />Retro games aren’t dead.<br />They’re just waiting for input.<br /><br />🎮 About Cart Creeps:<br />Cart Creeps is a retro gaming podcast focused on classic consoles, cartridges, and the long afterlife of old games. Each month, one retro game is pulled at random and examined to see how it really plays today.<br /><br />Stay updated and find all our official pages here:<br />DISCORD: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK" target="_blank">https://discord.com/invite/c6DbjbSXSK</a><br />PATREON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/CartCreeps?utm_medium=unknown&amp;utm_source=join_link&amp;utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&amp;utm_content=copyLink</a></p>yes02:46:3611CC1: Metroid: Zero Mission Deep Dive | Retro Game of the Monthfull