319: Tail'Gator
Eric and Nick head to Moberry to check out Tail'Gator for the Gameboy! Join us as we jump, swim, and tail whip our way through this Natsume title.
Jun 13, 2025•43 min
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318: Axelay
Eric and Nick battle against the Armada of Annihilation in Axelay! How does this somewhat lesser-known shmup hold up? Listen in and find out!
Jun 04, 2025•53 min
317: Super C
Eric and Nick revisit an old friend, Super C! We chat about all things C before battling our way past hordes of alien mind-controlled soldiers, then hunker down for a review.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 17 min
316: Golden Axe Warrior Pt 2
In this episode, Eric and Nick have a general chat about the idiosyncrasies of Golden Axe Warrior before continuing the quest to murder Death Adder and save the world! Also review.
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
315: Golden Axe Warrior Pt 1
Eric and Nick journey into the world of Golden Axe Warrior! This week we delve into this shameless Zelda clone's history, gameplay, take a peep at the manual, and finally begin the quest in earnest! Listen well, adventurers!
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min
314: Ninja Gaiden Shadow
Eric and Nick dust off their Dragon Swords to battle evil in Ninja Gaiden Shadow on Gameboy! We review the game and answer the age-old handheld question: How does it compare to its' console version? Listen in and find out! Or else!
Sep 26, 2024•43 min
313: Arkista's Ring
This episode, Eric and Nick explore Arkista's Ring for the NES! Is this rarely heard-from game an overlooked hidden gem? Does it hold up after over 30 years? Why do we hate ninjas so much? Tune in and find out! Or else!
Sep 19, 2024•1 hr 7 min
312: Snake Rattle & Roll
Eric and Nick slither their way uphill while reviewing this NES title from Rare. How does this oddball hold up? Is it better than a tongue lashing? Do you have to be European to platform isometrically? Listen in and find out!
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 8 min
311: E.V.O. Pt 2
This week, Eric and Nick discuss their general thoughts on this unique game before returning to and finishing the search for Eden. What was Gaia's plan for us and the Earth? What has been manipulating the crystals? Is E.V.O. worth selecting naturally? Listen in and find out!
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr 21 min
310: E.V.O. Pt 1
Eric and Nick dive into ancient waters in their first foray into E.V.O.! Join us as we break down the game's history, discuss our personal histories with it, and attempt to devour every living thing under the sea!
Jul 26, 2024•37 min
309: Off Duty #3
Eric and Nick are joined by Dale in another Off-Duty episode! We chat about what we've been up to during our unplanned vacation, what we've been playing lately (both retro- and not) as well play an unabashedly biased trivia game. Tune in and tune out! Or else!
Jul 11, 2024•55 min
308: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 4
This is it! Dale and Nick avenge the death of Michael and stop the nefarious plans of the evil Thon! After saving 2050 Seattle, we then review the game and compare it with it's SNES counterpart! Is it wiz? Tune in and find out, chum!
May 03, 2024•47 min
307: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 3
The coverage of Shadowrun on Sega Genesis continues! This week Dale & Nick delve into the mysterious world of magic, then take a look at the shadowrunners available in 2050 Seattle. Then, it's back to business as we investigate Renraku's involvement in Michael's death.
Apr 04, 2024•41 min
306: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 2
This week, Dale and Nick hit the streets of 2050 Seattle to solve a murder! We chat for a bit about the matrix (not the film) and the manual before grabbing our passports and returning to our level by level coverage of Shadowrun for the Sega Genesis!
Mar 28, 2024•58 min
305: Shadowrun pt. 1 (Genesis)
At long last, Dale and Nick return to Seattle! It's time to take a look at Shadowrun on the Sega Genesis. We discuss the many differences between it and it's SNES counterpart and spend some time delving into the many character building options. So grab your cyberdeck and listen in!
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 8 min
304: Atomic Punk
This week, the Cartridge Commandos venture to the besieged world of Atomica to help against the Nukies! We tackle Atomic Punk for the Gameboy, a game in the Bomberman family. Does it live up to it's pedigree? Can it bring bombing fun to a portable system? How punk rock is this game? Tune in and find out!
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min
303: 1993 Nintendo Power Awards
It's awards season! Eric and Nick are joined by Dale to discuss the '93 Nesters! Listen in and hear our thoughts on the winners, losers, and sometimes perplexing nominations!
Feb 22, 2024•59 min
302: Devil World
In this episode, Eric and Nick speak of the devil! Devil World, that is! We review this lesser-known effort from such luminaries as Shigeru Miyamoto, Koji Kondo, and Takashi Tezuka. How does it's early 80's arcade gameplay hold up? Listen in and find out!
Feb 14, 2024•36 min
301: Super Mario Bros Pt 2
Eric and Nick finish up their re-coverage of Super Mario Bros! We take a look at our personal histories, chat generally, break down the game from world 2-1 to 8-4, and finally review this classic game! Does it hold up? Have our hearts changed in 7 years? Tune in and find out!
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 14 min
300: Super Mario Bros
Eric and Nick revisit a classic game you may have heard of: Super Mario Bros! Listen in as we talk about some SMB history, gameplay, and take a look at the manual before liberating World One from the Turtle Tribe. Pasta Power!
Dec 01, 2023•58 min
Episode 299: Run Saber
Eric and Nick flip, climb, and slash their way through Run Saber for SNES! We discuss and review this action platformer and ponder the origins of the villainous Dr. Bruford's name.
Nov 02, 2023•56 min
Episode 298: Rambo: First Blood part 2
This week, Eric and Nick are freed from a hard labor camp to fight for America! And rescue POWs! Join us as we battle our way through several jungles and a cave full of mysterious glowing stone faces in this Sega Master System classic!
Oct 18, 2023•54 min
Episode 297: Bad Dudes
The President has been kidnapped by ninjas! Are you a bad enough dude to listen in?
Oct 04, 2023•47 min
Episode 296: The Lone Ranger pt. 2
This is it! Eric and Nick have Butch Cavendish on the run! After taking some time for a general chat, we hop back in the saddle for more western adventures! Then we go to great guns to slaughter the remaining men in the Southwest, and finally rustle up some reviews!
Sep 21, 2023•51 min
Episode 295: The Lone Ranger: Pt 1
This week, Eric and Nick don masks and journey back to the old west to rescue the President! Join us as we help townsfolk and slaughter the male population of several cities! Is this game an unsung hero of yesteryear, or just another licensed cash grab? Listen in and find out!
Sep 14, 2023•54 min
Episode 294: Avenging Spirit
This week, Eric and Nick take a look at Avenging Spirit for the Gameboy! Does this game have what it takes to possess our affections? Can they rescue the kidnapped Gennifer? Will we solve the mystery of Kate Hunt? Listen in to find out!
Sep 06, 2023•49 min
Episode 293: Actraiser 2 Pt 2
At long last, Eric returns! This week, he and Nick resume the quest to free the world from Tanzra's evil! We have some general chat, finish off the level-by-level, and review Actraiser 2!
Aug 31, 2023•49 min
Episode 292: Street Fighter 2010: The Final Fight
This week, Dale and Nick battle their way through Street Fighter 2010: The Final Fight for the NES. We explore how this outlier fits into the Street Fighter franchise and ponder the mysteries of Cybotics while back-flipping our way from planet to planet! Is this game as bad as it's reputation? Tune in and find out!
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Episode 291: Rollergames
Strap on your skates, Cartridge Commandos! This week Dale and Nick take on Rollergames for the NES! We take a look at the truly bizarre TV show of the same name before giving the game our usual deep dive. How does it hold up? Did Ultra games do the show justice? Why so many alligators? Tune in and find out!
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Episode 290: Shadowrun (SNES) Pt 4
This is it! Dale and Nick will finally face the nefarious Drake and finally uncover the secrets of the plot against Jake Armitage! Then, after setting things right in future Seattle, it's review time, baby! Listen in and find out where this unsung hero ranks!
Jul 05, 2023•40 min
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