Checkpoint

18 Jul 2019

Retro Console Wars Showdown

Video Games

Elliot, Luke, Justin & Kolby chat about where the gamers first chose sides and battle lines were drawn, the original retro console wars.

The retro console wars certainly began with Nintendo and Sega, but that doesn’t mean it was the only one. PlayStation vs Nintendo 64, Sega Dreamcast vs Xbox, the list of showdowns goes on and we are looking for one final winner.

Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!

Giving a 1-UP to diversity in gaming.

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26 Feb 2026

Pokémon’s 30th anniversary

Games & Hobbies, Other Games, Tech News, Technology, Video Games

Join Elliot, Luke, Edie, and James in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary.   Catch the ...

24 Feb 2026

Up To Date: Phil Spencer retires from Xbox

Games & Hobbies, Other Games, Tech News, Technology, Video Games

Join Elliot, Luke, Edie, and James in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about Phil Spencer retiring ...

19 Feb 2026

Couples gaming

Games & Hobbies, Other Games, Tech News, Technology, Video Games

Join Luke, Charlie, Edie, and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about couples gaming. Catch the ...