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Dongles, Doom & DOS - This Week In Retro 187

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14th September 2024 1 hr 10 min

This week we are joined by Richard from Heber Ltd. to talk about a video that shows life behind the scenes at id Software and the ITX Llama, a machine built for 90s gaming. We also discover the origin of the Dongle!

The new issue of Pixel Addict has a big feature on the classic game Duck Tales. With info and interviews on how this hugely successful game came to be. Visit https://www.pixel.addict.media for the full run down.

00:00 - Show Opening

08:55 - Moments Before Doom

Story Link: https://youtu.be

19:22 - ITX Llama: A Brand New PC For 1990s DOS Games!

Story Link: https://www.youtube.com

46:36 - Dave's Housekeeping - News links found below

51:21 - My Dongle Is Still Going Strong!

Story Link: https://wordcraft.com

58:45 - Community Question of the Week

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This Week in Retro is a weekly roundup of the hottest stories from the world of retro gaming and computing, voted on by you, the listener! Hosted by Neil from RMC and Dave. Edited by Duncan Styles.

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Jelly Load: https://www.tfw8b.com

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