Lite Switch: March 22, 2024 | X-Men '97, Balatro, Burnout Paradise, and more

The Old Switch-a-roo: Gaming Retro w/ Mike and Jaymo

Dive into another installment of The Old Switch-a-roo: Light Switch, where Mike and Jaymo take a break from the retro game deep dives to chat about their current gaming escapades and other geeky pursuits. In this laid-back episode, our dynamic duo discusses everything from the mesmerizing roguelike card game Belatro to the colorful ink-splattered world of Splatoon 3's new expansion.

Mike shares his newfound appreciation for Burnout Paradise, revisiting the high-speed chases with a fresh perspective, while Jaymo recounts his experience with the X-Men '97 Fan Event and the animated series' triumphant return (featured in the bonus Screentime episode). The guys also touch on the arcade nostalgia with Joe and Mac Returns and tease the upcoming Starfox series exploration with special guests from the Arcadiology podcast.

So, whether you're into illegal poker hands, hovering DeLoreans, or squid kids in a grayscale dystopia, this episode has something for every type of gamer. Don't forget to subscribe to The Old Switch-a-roo so you won't miss out on the grand return with season two, starting on April 24, 2024, where the conversation will speed into Sonic the Hedgehog 2 with some returning special guests.

Visit us at https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com for all our socials, blog posts, and more gaming chatter. Drop us a review or your thoughts on this episode - we're all ears! Game on, everyone, and stay tuned for more retro revelry with Mike and Jaymo.

Show notes created by https://headliner.app

0:00 Intro

0:55 X-Men '97

5:13 Joe and Mac: Returns

10:38 Star Fox

13:21 Balatro

25:18 Splatoon 3

33:48 Burnout Paradise

43:16 Outro