Welcome to another episode of Retrotopia: Another Video Game Podcast. This is a show where we, Alan, Brian, and Sam, get together to discuss video games from years gone by. We like to look at video games from the perspective of lifelong gamers and how they hold up in the retro sphere.
This week we’re blasting off into the future with F-Zero, the lightning-fast Super Nintendo launch title released in 1990 (Japan) and 1991 (North America/Europe) that showed the world exactly what the SNES could do. This wasn’t just a racing game—it was a showcase of Mode 7 graphics, letting players rip across futuristic tracks at breakneck speeds in anti-gravity machines that felt like they were straight out of a sci-fi comic book. With its sharp turns, deadly obstacles, and that unforgettable high-energy soundtrack, F-Zero turned white-knuckle reflexes into an art form. And while the roster of four racers—led by the iconic Captain Falcon—kept things simple, the sheer speed and challenge made it a must-play for anyone who wanted to test their limits. It wasn’t just a game, it was a glimpse into the future of racing, and it set the stage for one of Nintendo’s most stylish and adrenaline-fuelled franchises.
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