Mega Visions Show

Mega Visions

The Mega Visions Show is a weekly podcast where we discuss the latest on SEGA, the video game industry and all sorts of pop culture tidbits. We'll also take you behind the scenes on what it's like to create a print video game magazine today.

  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    AI in My Shenmue! | Mega Visions Show #116

    Welcome to the Mega Visions Show #116! This week, I'm happy to be joined by my guest co-host, my brother Adam, who joins the show for the very first time.

    In this week's show, we discuss:

    Virtua Newsroom

    Release Round-Up

    • Mutant Football League 2
    • Terminator 2D: No Fate

    RetroVision Rewind

    What're Ya Playing?

    • Adam: Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles
    • Chris: Marvel Cosmic Invasion


    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you enjoyed Mega Visions and want to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:


    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions!

    17 December 2025, 7:03 pm
  • 44 minutes 59 seconds
    Welcome to the Machine | Mega Visions Show #115

    Welcome to the Mega Visions Show #115! Yes, we're back podcasting and have a ton of news to share with you on the future of Mega Visions!

    In this week's show, we discuss:


    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you enjoyed Mega Visions Issue #03 and want to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship rig

    14 July 2025, 10:42 pm
  • 43 minutes 44 seconds
    A New Issue is Born | Mega Visions Show #114

    Episode Notes

    We have some great news to share – copies of MV Issue #03 arrived at Mega Visions HQ, and orders are now being shipped for patrons and on the Mega Store!

    I recorded a solo Mega Visions Show episode to give some additional info on what's been going on behind the scenes and some of our plans for Issue #04 and way ahead. 

    Issue #03 back copies

    If you missed out on the Issue #03 deadline or would like to purchase additional copies, they're now available to purchase at the Mega Shop!

    Issue #04 progress

    After we complete shipments on Issue #03, we'll begin production on Issue #04 [Summer 2023]! :D We can't wait to get the Issue #03 in your hands and hope you enjoy what we have in store!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    24 May 2023, 1:45 am
  • 1 hour 37 minutes
    Everyone's Mad at Harry | Mega Visions Show #113

    Episode Notes

    The crew is back with Mega Visions Show #113! This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as weigh in on the Hogwarts Legacy outrage, chat about their favorite games in Steam Next Fest 2023 and discuss the future of E3!

    This Week in Game Releases

    News of the Week

    • Hogwarts Legacy review scores are in!
    • Steam Next Fest 2023 kicks off! What games are we most excited to play?
    • Featured Topic: Will Indies be the future of E3 without Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony?

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #113 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!!

    8 February 2023, 12:29 am
  • 1 hour 22 minutes
    Paranormal Panic | Mega Visions Show #112

    Episode Notes

    The crew is back with Mega Visions Show #112! This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as they delve deep into the paranormal, discuss the the week's biggest video game releases and bring you the latest news around the industry.

    This Week in Game Releases

    • Colossal Cave
    • A Space for the Ubound
    • Persona 3 Portable
    • Persona 4 Golden
    • Fire Emblem Engage
    • Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On

    News of the Week

    • Sega Sammy sells arcade business Sega Entertainment to Genda Inc
    • Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration update now available
    • Featured Topic: Limited Run Games Troubles

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #112 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine

    21 January 2023, 6:41 pm
  • 1 hour 52 minutes
    Wallowing in Willow | Mega Visions Show #111

    Episode Notes

    The gang is back again with Mega Visions Show #110! This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as they chat about the week's biggest game releases, The Callisto Protocol, the new Super Mario Bros. movie trailer and our Willow TV series predictions!

    This Week in Game Releases

    • Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion (PS4)
    • Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PS5, PS4)
    • Them’s Fighting Herd’s DLC
    • Free on Epic Game Store

    News of the Week

    • SEGA Genesis – Nintendo Switch Online adds Alien Storm, Columns, Golden Axe II, and Virtua Fighter 2
    • Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series coming to PS4, Switch in spring 2023
    • FTC vs Epic Games and Microsoft

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #111 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine

    23 December 2022, 7:00 pm
  • 1 hour 51 minutes
    Callisto Protocol Reactions | Mega Visions Show #110

    Episode Notes

    It's another week, and the crew is back with The Mega Visions Show #110! This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as they chat about the week's biggest game releases, The Callisto Protocol, the new Super Mario Bros. movie trailer and our Willow TV series predictions!

    This Week in Game Releases

    • Hello Neighbor 2
    • Chained Echoes
    • Choo-Choo Charles
    • Dragon Quest Treasures
    • Solar Ash on PC

    News of the Week

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #109 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    12 December 2022, 11:46 am
  • 2 hours 13 minutes
    Get Your Willow Outta my Mario! | Mega Visions Show #109

    Episode Notes

    The gang is back again this week with The Mega Visions Show #109! This week, Chris is joined by Sam, Alicia and Alex as they chat about the week's biggest game releases, The Callisto Protocol, the new Super Mario Bros. movie trailer and our Willow TV series predictions!

    Whatcha Been Playing and Watching?

    • Chris is super excited about the Willow series and wants everyone to go listen to the Willow Talk podcast.
    • Sam gives another update on his ghost investigation and has an interesting interaction with a floating orb! He also gives some tidbits on his upcoming crime, horror film he plans on shooting.
    • Alicia talks about a civil war in Oregon that no one outside the state knows about and is dealing with a cat situation.

    This Week in Game Releases

    • Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
    • Front Mission 1st: Remake
    • Gundam Evolution
    • Marvel Midnight Suns
    • Need for Speed Unbound
    • The Callisto Protocol

    News of the Week

    • New Super Mario Bros. movie trailer released
    • Sonic Frontiers will be the “cornerstone” for future Sonic games
    • Sonic Frontiers’ Free DLC Roadmap Revealed

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #109 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    3 December 2022, 8:59 pm
  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    Quantum Leaping into Thanksgiving - Mega Visions Show #108

    Episode Notes

    The gang is back again this week with The Mega Visions Show #108! This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as they chat about the week's biggest game releases, Bayonetta 4 news and much more Sonic Frontiers reactions and much more!

    Whatcha Been Playing and Watching?

    • Chris binged the Quantum Leap reboot and is now convinced he's living inside the body of an 80-year-old man. He also started playing Yuppie Psycho and Bayonetta 3.
    • Sam has returned from his big paranormal investigation with some very compelling evidence! He's played through Dead Space 2 and has some Supernatural spoilers, so beware!
    • Alicia discusses her journey into World of Horror and The Mortuary Assistant.

    This Week in Game Releases

    News of the Week

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    • Chris gives us the latest news on Mega Visions Magazine Issue #03
    • Upcoming reviews:
      • Sonic Frontiers
      • Evil West
      • The Devil in Me
      • Gungrave GORE
      • Dead Space 3
      • Minis: Bravery and Greed, Cultic, Finding the Soul Orb
    • Alicia talks through our upcoming Indie Games Showcase on our Twitch channel
    • Marcin shares how you can sign up for the Mega Visions Newsletter to follow everything around Mega Visions!

    Let us know what you think of the Mega Visions Show #108 and the changes by joining our Discord!

    Where to subscribe to Mega Visions Show

    If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    28 November 2022, 12:06 am
  • 2 hours 16 minutes
    Don't Snub Me Bro! - Mega Visions Show #107

    Episode Notes

    The gang is back again this week with The Mega Visions Show #107. This week, Chris is joined by Sam and Alicia as they discuss this week's biggest game releases, the VGA game of the year nominations, more Sonic Frontiers reactions and much more!

    Whatcha Been Playing and Watching?

    • Chris accidentally bought two SEGA Genesis Mini 2s and received a mystery package in the mail from VGNYsoft. He also started playing God of War and thinks it's the quintessential father/son game.
    • Sam is gearing up for another big paranormal investigation while also continuing his Dead Space (read his retro review) play through. He's now on Dead Space 2!
    • Alicia discusses her journey into World of Horror and The Mortuary Assistant.

    This Week in Game Releases

    • McPixel 3
    • TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge (PlayStation 5)
    • Goat Simulator 3
    • Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
    • Resident Evil 3 (Switch)
    • The Devil in Me

    News Topics of the Week:

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    • Chris gives us the latest news on Mega Visions Magazine Issue #03
    • Upcoming reviews:
      • Sonic Frontiers
      • The Devil in Me
      • Tactics Ogre: Reborn
      • Minis: Torn Away, Honey I joined a Cult, and Gunfire: Reborn
    • Alicia talks through our upcoming Indie Games Showcase on our Twitch channel
      • TJ plays Succubus with Guns
      • Ravens Quills does double duty with Honey, I joined a Cult and DiM
      • Finishing out the week is Drayle with Zero Sievert
      • Friday will be a community night with The Devil in Me
    • Marcin shares how you can sign up for the Mega Visions Newsletter to follow everything around Mega Visions!

    Let us know what you think of this week’s episode and the changes by joining our Discord! If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon  at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    16 November 2022, 3:51 am
  • 1 hour 37 minutes
    Mega Visions Show #106

    Episode Notes

    Chris Powell and Marcin Gulik welcome new co-hosts Sam Fronsman and Alicia Graves to the show this week. Sam is our News Editor, and Alicia holds down the Reviews Editor role at Mega Visions. Both have been with us for well over a year now, but we're excited to have them as regular co-hosts going forward. This week, we discuss:

    Whatcha Been Playing and Watching?

    • Sam tells us about satisfying his horror cravings in the scariest horror games he can find, and right now he's playing Dead Space!
    • Alicia shares her thoughts on Thor: Love and Thunder and why The Resident is worth watching.
    • Marcin entertains us with a story about trying to get his partner to play the card version of Yu-gi-oh! and failing miserably. He also talks about enjoying Two Point Campus and what makes it worth playing after Two Point Hospital.
    • Chris went to the movies and saw Black Adam. He thought it was a bit meh.

    This Week in Game Releases

    • Sonic Frontiers
    • Oddworld: Soulstorm
    • Return to Monkey Island
    • God of War Ragnarok
    • ATARI 50: The Anniversary Celebration
    • Tactics Ogre: Reborn

    What's Up at Mega Visions?

    • Chris gives us the latest news on Mega Visions Magazine Issue #03
    • Alicia talks through our upcoming Indie Games Showcase on our Twitch channel
      • TJ played Valis the Fantasm Soldier Collection
      • The Hatted Gamer will play Sonic Frontiers Nov. 9
      • Ravens Quills is on deck with Torn Away
      • Finishing out the week is Drayle with Gunfire Reborn
      • Next Friday will be a community night with The Devil in Me
    • Marcin shares how you can sign up for the Mega Visions Newsletter to follow everything around Mega Visions!

    Let us know what you think of this week’s episode and the changes by joining our Discord! If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do so here:

    In addition to that, don’t forget to join our Patreon  at www.patreon.com/megavisions. Once you’ve become a patron, every issue will ship right to your door. Each issue of Mega Visions contains 64 pages of neo-retro coverage spanning every console generation and features a new original cover by Sketchcraft. So remember, go to www.patreon.com/megavisions to secure your next issue of Mega Visions Magazine!

    9 November 2022, 11:49 am
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