The Retro Perspective
Video games from a mindset of 90’s nostalgia - but not so much that proper critique goes out of the window. Run by me, Jake, who started collecting video games in order to discover new experiences - ones I missed out on when the only games available were whatever pirate PS1 titles my dad could grab from the market. The majority of editing, music & artwork for the channel is done by myself.
I now have a sizeable back-catalogue I’m really proud of, including video essays & reviews with written versions on the website. I am really passionate about the gaming industry & love to do interviews with indie devs & composers to draw attention to the incredible work being done. There’s also a more recent playlist gaining popularity on the channel looking back at issues of the Official Playstation Magazine UK & its Demo discs, of which I have almost collected a complete set! So hopefully you can find something you enjoy on TRP.
Official Playstation Magazine UK Demo 14 | Christmas 1996
I'm About To Blow Up On YouTube
The REAL Reason Oblivion Remastered Was Shadow Dropped!
Interview With Satisfactory Composer Jannik Reuterberg (Dream Thing)
A Conversation On Indian Gaming Culture
Neon Tail | A Rollerskating Indie Adventure Game
Official Playstation Magazine UK Demo 13 | December 1996
Interviewing Stall Holders At Leeds Video Game Market
Video Game Market Hot and Cold Challenge
Interviewing Gamers at Leeds Video Game Market + Full Event Timelapse
Official Playstation Magazine UK Demo 12 | November 1996
How SONY & Playstation Ruined Gaming
Tell Me YOUR Favourite Video Game Music For My 2500 Subscriber Special!
Official Playstation Magazine UK Demo 11 | October 1996
Forspoken Did One Thing VERY Right!
Official Playstation Magazine UK Issue 15 | January 1997 | Year in Preview
Star Ocean: The Divine Force is Everything Wrong With JRPGs | In-Depth Critique
Official Playstation Magazine UK Issue 14 | Christmas 1996 | Formula 1 Bug
Reviving Tomb Raider Angel of Darkness: Interview with the Developer of Definitive Edition
My Mum Advises Me on Talking Proper Yorkshire | Outtake/Behind The Scenes
From Seasick Sailors to Lunch Thieves - Exploring Like A Dragon: Ishin's Quirky Substories
Official Playstation Magazine UK Issue 13 | December 1996 | Tomb Raider Review
Capturing Retro Games Using PS3 = Endless Frustration
How Resident Evil 4 Remake Holds The Player's Hand
Official Playstation Magazine UK Issue 12 | November 1996 | History of Electronic Arts
How Microsoft & XBOX Ruined Gaming
I Didn't Think Tomb Raider Games Could Get Worse! 😂 | Tomb Raider Reloaded Review
Using Tana to Organise A Playstation Magazine Collection | New PKM App
Official Playstation Magazine UK Issue 11 | October 1996 | First Ever Tomb Raider Preview
How Gaming Sites Earn Money By Wasting Your Time