Love having rob back more frequently.. reminds me of when I started watching..Jonnny you're the best but when you have rob to bounce topics back and forth, feels complete
As horrible as it sounds to write this comment, this injury has been a blessing in disguise when it comes to Robman reconnecting with the community. Really good seeing his face so much this year.
Yeah same here I was 14 in 1999 and got house of the dead 2 and blew me away.power stone was cool and loved resident evil code Veronica.also crazy taxi
You guys need to get together more often. This was a great episode. Dreamcast is one of my favorite consoles. After Sony and Microsoft got into gaming Segas days were numbered. Gaming hasn't been the same since Sega stopped making consoles
Loved hearing about Summer of 1999. I remember taking my 3 sons 5,4, and 3 to Star Wars Phantom Mennace for sure. My wife was expecting my 4th son in December. I was taking the boys to arcades alot and we would play games together on PS1. Thanks for these videos.
It’s literally the first movie I took my first born son to. He had just turned 3 and he was instantly hooked to Star Wars after the Phantom Menace. Lol
4:46 "Blue Stinger", good game; I actually live-streamed that on the day the game takes place: Christmas Eve 2018. Back in 1999, 2018 seemed so far away.
2 years ago I went to a garage sale and I found Power Stone 2 for $.25! Best deal for a rare video game of my life. I will always remember that moment!
I miss those pre Internet days of actually going to stores. I went to a midnight launch for the Dreamcast actually with a friend who had preordered it and Power Stone was one of the games he bought. That was a great game and I couldn’t believe the graphics and fluid gameplay.
My brother and I got our first dreamcast with blue stinger and we stayed up all night playing that game. Great memories. Thanks for the video John and Rob.
The true friendship between you guys is so amazing and the stories of that summer become that much more engaging and emotional - I love this episode of your show.
Aside from all the great memories I have of the Dreamcast I can also remember the pure feeling of excitement waiting for 9/9/99 and the devastating feeling of selling 1500 USD worth of Dreamcast games to a second hand game store for 50 dollars after my Dreamcast died and long after it was discontinued. To this day I wish I never sold them but I still have the memories at least.
Johnny do you think that you still have these magical moments nowadays or has the magic worn off over the years? All your stories that you tell ooze with nerd passion. Another great video thank you for sharing
@@doublestarships646 this is so true! Me & my buddies are constantly finding new co-op games to play which is a great way to keep in touch when you all move a bit farther from each other.
I think enough time has to pass before shit is able to be looked back on fondly..that’s me anyways ..Dreamcast was the last time I was really blown away by visuals.
Ace Combat 3 and Ridge Racer Type 4 were Namco presentation, graphic design and music firing on all cylinders. I worked at Gamestop or Babbage's when they sold import Saturn games because Sega USA killed the US version. The gaming industry was so much more genuine, daring, and exciting back then.
I always love these stories! I never had summer like the one you guys were talking about but I do have one summer gaming memory that really sticks with me. Summer of 2001 when the Gameboy Advance launched. I was 10 and my parents only bought stuff for me for my birthday and Christmas. Neither were close, so I had to save $100 which took most of the summer. During that time, all of my friends were getting GBAs one by one, so I got to see a few of the launch titles like Super Mario Advance, Dodgeball Advance, and Tony Hawk 2. Finally, around the end of the summer, I was almost there like 90 something dollars and Target dropped the price to $90 for a weekend. My Dad and I went right out and got one. We agreed at the beginning of the summer that he'd cover the game so I got Mario Kart Super Circuit! It was either right at the game's launch or pretty close to it so it felt extra special to me. My friends and I spent the next few weeks doing that 4 way link cable thing where you can play off one cartridge and had a lot of fun. I don't even know where that GBA is now but I'll always remember that summer.
I swear I can listen to you and rob talk about old memories forever. Yeah that was a great summer for sure. I remember the hype for episode 1 at that time was nuts.
I can't believe I'm only watching this now what the hell! TH-cam alerts has failed me 😭. I can't believe you and Rob Man actually lined up to go get Star Wars toys that is so awesome!!!! Would have loved to be there with you guys 😍
Love you so much guys seeing you both so happy, laughing while remembering the olds times and sharing these stories is so soothing. You are really cool people and your friendship is something we all appreciate and can relate to. Saludos desde Ecuador al Feliz Jugador de Consolas y a El Robombre 🔥🤘🏻🔥
Man i remember a summer like this with the demo of carmageddon on pc. Lasted i think 5 minutes and me and a mate would take turns playing while the other was kicking a football against the wall outside (my pc was in conservatory). great times.
I really need over this format so much. The podcast style conversations and gaming stories of the past. So fun to watch you guys remember and bring up things. No one else is doing this please keep it going. Thank you for doing what you do. Much appreciated.
i just modded my playstation mini and found it funny that a lot of great games came out in 1999, like star wars episode 1, soul reaver, ton hawk, wipeout 3, final fantasy 9 and this was only on ps1^^ so yeah 99 was an amazing gaming year =)
The way you put your hands on Rob throughout the video makes me all warm inside. Such a subconscious way of showing how much his friendship means to you. Love these videos!
These are some of my favorite episodes of yours, where you and Rob are having a blast while reminiscing about cool memories from the past. Something about the energy and the passion that you two have that just can't be faked or done anywhere else. Love it!
1999 was one of the best years in my life aswell, I got goosebumps when you mentioned the Phantom Menace build up, it's all coming back. Great video guys!
I have just always loved this channel. I love your stories. They make me feel nostalgic. I can put myself in your shoes and then it makes me think of my own memories. That’s effective storytelling! Everything on this channel is just so upbeat and authentic. You don’t chase the news or dwell on the bad. You just focus on the best parts of gaming!
I was only 10 at the time, but 1999 was one of of my all-time favorite summers too. Just so many good memories. Like becoming hardcore obsessed with Pokemon, lol. Good times
Summers of ‘98 and ‘99 were probably the best days of my youth. Endless summers. Hanging out with friends. Amazing games coming out. Great movies coming out too. And oh man..the Pokemon card hustle was real!
As soon as I saw the title, I smiled and knew exactly what you guys would be talking about. The first video I ever watched was your THE DREAMCAST ROCKS video 10 years ago back when I was looking up reviews to justify buying a Dreamcast. You guys talking about Sonic Adventure and Power Stone entertained me so much, it reminded me of myself and my best friends. Love this video and love you guys!
I found your channel about a year and a half ago as lockdowns were hitting. Have enjoyed every vid. Thanks for the positivity and wholesomeness during these times. Keep it up!
I absolutely love watching your videos. The enthusiasm and nostalgia is genuinely heart warming. I love gaming and you guys make me feel so happy that it's my hobby of choice.
This kind of episode is where you guys shine. Thank you so much for the memories. Seriously! Thank you! What a great episode. I wish I could sit down with you guys and reminisce about the 90’s and early 2000’s. We would definitely have been friends.
Dreamcast is my all time favourite console! SO many amazing memories with that console and amazing games; Resident Evil: Code Veronica, Soul Calibur, Power Stone, Shenmue, Soul Reaver, Crazy Taxi, Ikaruga just to name a few. Those jackets are amazing!! I must have one! 😃 😃
Thank you both for doing this. It's always a joy to see you reliving stuff and your enthusiasm is infectious. For me It'd probably be the summer of 1997. I was big into Quake. GLQuake and QuakeWorld were out, and Team Fortress was out. I'll never forget those matches over dial-up. So awesome.
While I don't think I have anything profound to say I just want to leave this comment and say that this video is wonderful. I love listening to the two of you speak and reminisce! I remember being in awe watching my brother play blue stinger. That has always been on my bucket list to go back and play through.
Because you guys live close by, but are like 12 years older than me, it's really nice to hear stories like these. I worked for Hudson Bay Company's Home Outfitters before they closed down everywhere. During my time there the owner was replaced by an American fella who wanted to replace all the Zellers with Target which they did. But then they got rid of the Targets as they weren't meeting their financial target. I miss the mess that was Zellers! Great stuff.
Thank you both for sharing your memories on youtube. This made me so nostalgic. You both do a fantastic job of painting a picture of this period of your lives. I would absolutely watch more videos like these!
The late 90’s were amazing for Gaming. So many incredible games and the Dreamcast is still my favourite console ever and I’m lucky enough to still have my original console ☺️
Awesome video, guys. I remember that summer well, I was in middle school at the time. So, I'm watching the video and enjoying all the things you two brought up and thinking about how fun that time was... And then... Out of nowhere... Rob says he had a copy of the live action version of my first, and still favorite, anime of all time, Iria: Zeiram the animation! You guys rock, keep being awesome.
1999 was absolutely my favorite year and love the video. BUT the elephant in the room is Dreamcast came out on 9.9.99. That would have been Fall of ‘99 no?
Outstanding episode! Love the call backs to all those epic things happening back then. These are my favorite kind of episodes and it wouldn’t hurt anyone’s feelings to go on longer and throw in the reviews of those games into it. Hoping all goes well for Rob and his injury and hopefully this week maybe getting a review on Skyward Sword?!?! Please and thanks!! You guys rock and this by far my favorite channel on TH-cam and I always look forward to Sundays because of it.
Great video, guys. One ofvthe best you've made in ages. The videos where you two passionately reminisce about your favourite memories are always my favourites. 1999 was a great year! Fight Club and The Matrix are still two of my favourite movies, and Quake III Arena still a game I play from time to time.
Great Video guys I am 44 now so I think I was the same age as you both during that summer. I do remember standing outside of Toys R us getting the figures ahead of time. I remember how fun it was to wait in line and I met this guy in line and talked with this guy for the longest time while waiting. He was into Star Wars and Robotech like me. I regret not getting his phone number and hanging out with him afterwards because we probably would have been friends.
Summer of 1997 for me and my friend Nathan. Had a Sega Saturn and was late to the party, picked up Dragon Force, Albert Odyssey, Fighters MegaMix and Street Fighter Alpha 2. Played the hell out of all those and then early September went into EB games and they had broke the release date for Final Fantasy VII. I did not have a Playstation at the time, but I left that day with one and a copy of Final Fantasy VII. For me it wasn't just that summer, (I was 17 at the time so younger than you guys) most of that year was epic. Finished the year playing Suikoden on Playstation and Castlevania Symphony of the Night.
I remember this summer too, with the Phantom Menace mayhem and pod racer on the 64. There were even secret Episode 1 ships that were hidden in the Factor 5 Rogue Squadron games, which came out way before the movie. Thanks for the excellent reminiscing.
Love having rob back more frequently.. reminds me of when I started watching..Jonnny you're the best but when you have rob to bounce topics back and forth, feels complete
Definitely
As horrible as it sounds to write this comment, this injury has been a blessing in disguise when it comes to Robman reconnecting with the community. Really good seeing his face so much this year.
@@shootboxpodcast I think this is where we use the term "silver lining". It is horribleness-safe.
I am so jealous of the friendship these guys have.
EVERYONE needs a friend like Rob Man. Some truly beautiful and wholesome stories here
For me going from my ps1 to the Dreamcast was the biggest shock in graphics clarity and color. Just blew my mind.
The first time I saw MSR, I was completely sold. Played that game for 100s of hours.
Marvel vs Capcom 2
Absolutely. Seeing NFL 2K and Soul Calibur, in particular, blew my friggin’ mind!
Yeah same here I was 14 in 1999 and got house of the dead 2 and blew me away.power stone was cool and loved resident evil code Veronica.also crazy taxi
You guys need to get together more often. This was a great episode. Dreamcast is one of my favorite consoles. After Sony and Microsoft got into gaming Segas days were numbered. Gaming hasn't been the same since Sega stopped making consoles
Johnny and Robman are always very badass episodes!!
Loved hearing about Summer of 1999. I remember taking my 3 sons 5,4, and 3 to Star Wars Phantom Mennace for sure. My wife was expecting my 4th son in December. I was taking the boys to arcades alot and we would play games together on PS1.
Thanks for these videos.
It’s literally the first movie I took my first born son to. He had just turned 3 and he was instantly hooked to Star Wars after the Phantom Menace. Lol
4:46 "Blue Stinger", good game; I actually live-streamed that on the day the game takes place: Christmas Eve 2018. Back in 1999, 2018 seemed so far away.
2 years ago I went to a garage sale and I found Power Stone 2 for $.25! Best deal for a rare video game of my life. I will always remember that moment!
Not to mention the 1999 was when the matrix came out in theatres! What a year! Nothing beats nostalgic memories with best friends! Great vid!
I miss those pre Internet days of actually going to stores. I went to a midnight launch for the Dreamcast actually with a friend who had preordered it and Power Stone was one of the games he bought. That was a great game and I couldn’t believe the graphics and fluid gameplay.
My brother and I got our first dreamcast with blue stinger and we stayed up all night playing that game. Great memories. Thanks for the video John and Rob.
The true friendship between you guys is so amazing and the stories of that summer become that much more engaging and emotional - I love this episode of your show.
These videos literally make my day!
I watch this now ever summer
Aside from all the great memories I have of the Dreamcast I can also remember the pure feeling of excitement waiting for 9/9/99 and the devastating feeling of selling 1500 USD worth of Dreamcast games to a second hand game store for 50 dollars after my Dreamcast died and long after it was discontinued. To this day I wish I never sold them but I still have the memories at least.
Love hearing you reminisce about specific periods in the past. The late 90s were a very nostalgic time for me as well!
Johnny do you think that you still have these magical moments nowadays or has the magic worn off over the years? All your stories that you tell ooze with nerd passion. Another great video thank you for sharing
Oh we definitely still have those magical moments now! But there was something kind of special about gaming before the Internet really blew up.
You need to find new genres that you can play with your friends. If your friends are cool enough there's so many types of games to play together now.
@@doublestarships646 this is so true! Me & my buddies are constantly finding new co-op games to play which is a great way to keep in touch when you all move a bit farther from each other.
@@Ty-douken There's always something new and there will always be old titles to go back to, either to rediscover or have new experiences with.
I think enough time has to pass before shit is able to be looked back on fondly..that’s me anyways ..Dreamcast was the last time I was really blown away by visuals.
Johnny my man, I know you've probably got your hands full but please do more regular videos, I can't get enough!
Ace Combat 3 and Ridge Racer Type 4 were Namco presentation, graphic design and music firing on all cylinders. I worked at Gamestop or Babbage's when they sold import Saturn games because Sega USA killed the US version. The gaming industry was so much more genuine, daring, and exciting back then.
I always love these stories!
I never had summer like the one you guys were talking about but I do have one summer gaming memory that really sticks with me. Summer of 2001 when the Gameboy Advance launched. I was 10 and my parents only bought stuff for me for my birthday and Christmas. Neither were close, so I had to save $100 which took most of the summer. During that time, all of my friends were getting GBAs one by one, so I got to see a few of the launch titles like Super Mario Advance, Dodgeball Advance, and Tony Hawk 2.
Finally, around the end of the summer, I was almost there like 90 something dollars and Target dropped the price to $90 for a weekend. My Dad and I went right out and got one. We agreed at the beginning of the summer that he'd cover the game so I got Mario Kart Super Circuit! It was either right at the game's launch or pretty close to it so it felt extra special to me. My friends and I spent the next few weeks doing that 4 way link cable thing where you can play off one cartridge and had a lot of fun.
I don't even know where that GBA is now but I'll always remember that summer.
Man, i love watching you guys. The chemistry is so good and you guys always manage to take me back to the good old days :)!
This channel is pure bliss.
I swear I can listen to you and rob talk about old memories forever.
Yeah that was a great summer for sure. I remember the hype for episode 1 at that time was nuts.
Johnny saying ‘riiiiidge raceeer’ kills me everytime😂😂😂
This was a great episode, I love hearing you guy’s stories. Thanks for sharing
So much passion and nostalgia I can relate to come through on these videos.
Yes that ridge race has some of the coolest and soothing soundtracks of all time!!
I can't believe I'm only watching this now what the hell! TH-cam alerts has failed me 😭. I can't believe you and Rob Man actually lined up to go get Star Wars toys that is so awesome!!!! Would have loved to be there with you guys 😍
I'm about the same age as you guys. I love hearing your nostalgic gaming stories! It brings back so many great memories for me! Keep it up guys!
Love you so much guys seeing you both so happy, laughing while remembering the olds times and sharing these stories is so soothing. You are really cool people and your friendship is something we all appreciate and can relate to. Saludos desde Ecuador al Feliz Jugador de Consolas y a El Robombre 🔥🤘🏻🔥
Gosh, wish I could go back in time! Loved the Ace Combat series, GTA, Gran Turismo, Wipeout, etc...PS2 was just around the corner...
One of my favorite “story time” videos you’ve done recently. Thank you for sharing John and Rob! You guys are part of my Sunday routine :)
This really brought me back i miss Zellers and the days of spoil free hype a time we just enjoyed things and didn’t overly pick things apart.
1999 was the best year. For games and movies. Thanks again for a great episode Rob and Johnny.
1999 was the greatest year in human history 😢
what a great friendship. Makes me wanna reach out to my old friends and reconnect.
Man i remember a summer like this with the demo of carmageddon on pc. Lasted i think 5 minutes and me and a mate would take turns playing while the other was kicking a football against the wall outside (my pc was in conservatory). great times.
Damn guys that's a good year! Great to hear you and Rob talking about it. Made my day a bit brighter! Thanks as always.
This gave me so muuuuuuuuuch joy, youhave no idea, John and Rob.
Johnny, Rob : LEGENDS, one of the greatest episodes yet!! 🎸 🎸
I really need over this format so much. The podcast style conversations and gaming stories of the past. So fun to watch you guys remember and bring up things. No one else is doing this please keep it going. Thank you for doing what you do. Much appreciated.
i just modded my playstation mini and found it funny that a lot of great games came out in 1999, like star wars episode 1, soul reaver, ton hawk, wipeout 3, final fantasy 9 and this was only on ps1^^ so yeah 99 was an amazing gaming year =)
The way you put your hands on Rob throughout the video makes me all warm inside. Such a subconscious way of showing how much his friendship means to you. Love these videos!
I love these stories.
Great episode I feel like I vicariously lived thru due to your combine enthusiasm and details one of the best episodes on this channel
Absolute favorite gaming channel. This much love and passion deserves all the love and passion it receives and more
Star wars episode one was everywhere. Advertised on pop cans, cereal boxes, billboards, toys, candy, you couldn't not get hyped.
These are some of my favorite episodes of yours, where you and Rob are having a blast while reminiscing about cool memories from the past. Something about the energy and the passion that you two have that just can't be faked or done anywhere else. Love it!
1999 was one of the best years in my life aswell, I got goosebumps when you mentioned the Phantom Menace build up, it's all coming back. Great video guys!
I have just always loved this channel. I love your stories. They make me feel nostalgic. I can put myself in your shoes and then it makes me think of my own memories. That’s effective storytelling!
Everything on this channel is just so upbeat and authentic. You don’t chase the news or dwell on the bad. You just focus on the best parts of gaming!
I was only 10 at the time, but 1999 was one of of my all-time favorite summers too. Just so many good memories. Like becoming hardcore obsessed with Pokemon, lol. Good times
Summers of ‘98 and ‘99 were probably the best days of my youth. Endless summers. Hanging out with friends. Amazing games coming out. Great movies coming out too. And oh man..the Pokemon card hustle was real!
Same here exactly.
As soon as I saw the title, I smiled and knew exactly what you guys would be talking about. The first video I ever watched was your THE DREAMCAST ROCKS video 10 years ago back when I was looking up reviews to justify buying a Dreamcast. You guys talking about Sonic Adventure and Power Stone entertained me so much, it reminded me of myself and my best friends. Love this video and love you guys!
Man i loved R4 and ace combat that year! I was 19. amazing memories.
I still listen to the R4 soundtrack.
I found your channel about a year and a half ago as lockdowns were hitting. Have enjoyed every vid. Thanks for the positivity and wholesomeness during these times. Keep it up!
Wonderful Episode, thank you guys seriously.
I absolutely love watching your videos. The enthusiasm and nostalgia is genuinely heart warming. I love gaming and you guys make me feel so happy that it's my hobby of choice.
We are so lucky to have such good gaming memories !!! These stories always put a smile on my face 😉
Ready to rumble boxing blew me away on the Dreamcast and virtual tennis 👍🏻
This kind of episode is where you guys shine. Thank you so much for the memories. Seriously! Thank you! What a great episode. I wish I could sit down with you guys and reminisce about the 90’s and early 2000’s. We would definitely have been friends.
I imported the Dreamcast as well. Such an amazing time. It was the first console where the console version of arcade games surpased the arcade.
I don't know why but I love listening to these stories, for hours on end even. Thank you Johnny and Rob
When you said that you could talk forever and make a five hour episode, I thought that I would actually enjoy watching it.
You guys had a blast as kids and continue to carry forward that same joy in adulthood. I want to experience the same excitement and joy.
99 is my favorite gaming summer, too. That was right after I graduated high school! Great times.
I want a let's play from you guys playing Blue Stinger - this looks hilarious!
Dreamcast is my all time favourite console! SO many amazing memories with that console and amazing games; Resident Evil: Code Veronica, Soul Calibur, Power Stone, Shenmue, Soul Reaver, Crazy Taxi, Ikaruga just to name a few. Those jackets are amazing!! I must have one! 😃 😃
Shenmue is crap
Haha always happy to see these guys talk about their good times.
Such a great friendship you two have, and thanks for sharing this, its always great to hear these stories ;)
Thank you both for doing this. It's always a joy to see you reliving stuff and your enthusiasm is infectious.
For me It'd probably be the summer of 1997. I was big into Quake. GLQuake and QuakeWorld were out, and Team Fortress was out. I'll never forget those matches over dial-up. So awesome.
Love this structure of “memories” episodes! They’re awesome.
I love you guys!! I wish I had friends I could talk to exactly like this!
While I don't think I have anything profound to say I just want to leave this comment and say that this video is wonderful. I love listening to the two of you speak and reminisce! I remember being in awe watching my brother play blue stinger. That has always been on my bucket list to go back and play through.
This might be one of my favorite episodes ever. Thanks for the trip down memory lane 🙂
Because you guys live close by, but are like 12 years older than me, it's really nice to hear stories like these. I worked for Hudson Bay Company's Home Outfitters before they closed down everywhere. During my time there the owner was replaced by an American fella who wanted to replace all the Zellers with Target which they did. But then they got rid of the Targets as they weren't meeting their financial target. I miss the mess that was Zellers! Great stuff.
Thank you both for sharing your memories on youtube. This made me so nostalgic. You both do a fantastic job of painting a picture of this period of your lives. I would absolutely watch more videos like these!
Two episodes with Rob so close together? We must have been very good boys and girls!
summer of 2011 when i just graduated high school. Can't believe it has been 10 yrs already. I feel very old....
I watch the channel all the time! You got me into my 1st JRPG because you love them so much thanks for making content!
Your stories videos keep me going guys. There's a real magic when you do these. Makes the world ok again for a few minutes
The late 90’s were amazing for Gaming. So many incredible games and the Dreamcast is still my favourite console ever and I’m lucky enough to still have my original console ☺️
I'm actually about to watch the review you two did of Blue Stinger 12 years ago!
Thanks for sharing youre stories the passion you two have for gaming is so infectious and engaging.
How can I thumbs up twice for rob episodes
Multiple accounts. I have like 5 youtube channels.
= D
These are the videos at the core of this channel that I love. Keep it up!
I think I heard this story in one of the old videos from years ago. Always enjoy listening to these two
Awesome video, guys. I remember that summer well, I was in middle school at the time. So, I'm watching the video and enjoying all the things you two brought up and thinking about how fun that time was... And then... Out of nowhere... Rob says he had a copy of the live action version of my first, and still favorite, anime of all time, Iria: Zeiram the animation! You guys rock, keep being awesome.
Yeah, sometimes I open up my old gaming magazines from the late 90's early 2000's and that nostalgia just hits strong. Those were good times.
1999 was absolutely my favorite year and love the video. BUT the elephant in the room is Dreamcast came out on 9.9.99. That would have been Fall of ‘99 no?
Outstanding episode! Love the call backs to all those epic things happening back then. These are my favorite kind of episodes and it wouldn’t hurt anyone’s feelings to go on longer and throw in the reviews of those games into it. Hoping all goes well for Rob and his injury and hopefully this week maybe getting a review on Skyward Sword?!?! Please and thanks!! You guys rock and this by far my favorite channel on TH-cam and I always look forward to Sundays because of it.
Story time with Robman?
Yes please!!
Great video, guys. One ofvthe best you've made in ages. The videos where you two passionately reminisce about your favourite memories are always my favourites. 1999 was a great year! Fight Club and The Matrix are still two of my favourite movies, and Quake III Arena still a game I play from time to time.
Such heart warming content. You guys are awesome, friendship is golden! More years to come!
These nostalgia videos make me so happy!
Great Video guys I am 44 now so I think I was the same age as you both during that summer. I do remember standing outside of Toys R us getting the figures ahead of time. I remember how fun it was to wait in line and I met this guy in line and talked with this guy for the longest time while waiting. He was into Star Wars and Robotech like me. I regret not getting his phone number and hanging out with him afterwards because we probably would have been friends.
This is so wholesome and nostalgic.
Dreamcast launch era 1998-1999 was so much better than the PS2 launch era, and so '90s!
Summer of 1997 for me and my friend Nathan. Had a Sega Saturn and was late to the party, picked up Dragon Force, Albert Odyssey, Fighters MegaMix and Street Fighter Alpha 2. Played the hell out of all those and then early September went into EB games and they had broke the release date for Final Fantasy VII. I did not have a Playstation at the time, but I left that day with one and a copy of Final Fantasy VII. For me it wasn't just that summer, (I was 17 at the time so younger than you guys) most of that year was epic. Finished the year playing Suikoden on Playstation and Castlevania Symphony of the Night.
I remember that Summer, people went nuts when Episode 1 came out! 1999 seems like yesterday, thanks for the memories John. Awesome show 👍🏻
I remember this summer too, with the Phantom Menace mayhem and pod racer on the 64. There were even secret Episode 1 ships that were hidden in the Factor 5 Rogue Squadron games, which came out way before the movie. Thanks for the excellent reminiscing.