Episode 51: Zelda: A Link to the Past pt 2
This week, Nick and Eric make it to the Dark World, and and discuss the finer points of Octorok design! This is part two of Zelda: A Link to the Past for Super Nintendo!
Sep 27, 2017•1 hr 5 min
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Episode 50: Zelda: A Link to the Past pt 1
Well, we finally hit Episode 50, and to celebrate we're talking one of our all-time favorites! This week we discuss the weapons and items in part one of Zelda: A Link to the Past for Super Nintendo!
Sep 20, 2017•1 hr 8 min
Episode 49: Streets of Rage
Will Nick and Eric be able to quiet the Streets of Rage? We tackle this Sega Genesis /Mega Drive game, and see if it lives up to the hype!
Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Episode 48: Batman/ TMNT: Fall of the Foot Clan
This week, we tackle two classic comic book inspired games for the Game Boy! Which will be our favorite? Batman or TMNT: Fall of the Foot Clan?
Sep 06, 2017•41 min
Episode 47: Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts pt 2
This week we explore every level of Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts, and let you know if we think this game is worth your time! Join us in part two as we explore this Super Nintendo hit!
Aug 30, 2017•52 min
Episode 46: Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts pt 1
Can we handle a sequel to one of the toughest games of all time? Not in one episode! So tune in to part one of Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts for the SNES, and find out if we've got what it takes to beat this brutal game!
Aug 23, 2017•41 min
Episode 45: Contra
Head back into the 80's, it's time to roll through your your three favorite action franchises in one game, and that game is Contra for the NES!
Aug 16, 2017•1 hr 10 min
Episode 44: Mortal Kombat
This week we Kontemplate Mortal Kombat and Kompare versions across Konsoles! Join us on a blood Kode Kraze, Kartridge Kommandos!
Aug 09, 2017•53 min
Episode 43: Dragon Warrior
This week, Nick and Cartridge Commando Abby take an impromptu look at Dragon Warrior for NES. Is the grind too much? Does this quest drag on? Join us and find out!
Aug 02, 2017•1 hr 23 min
Episode 42: Jaws Minisode
Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the Podcast, we unleash Jaws on NES! Eric and Cartridge Commando Bill try and defend this much-maligned game in this weeks Minisode!
Jul 26, 2017•23 min
Episode 41: Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
Mario is back on Game Boy, and now must fight his childhood friend Wario! Does that tiny screen do their epic battle justice? We discuss Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins in this week's episode!
Jul 19, 2017•1 hr 15 min
Episode 40: Castlevania
The eternal struggle between the Belmont clan and Count Dracula started here! Is Castlevania as brutal as we remember? Listen in and find out if we beat it and if we find Christopher Bee!
Jul 12, 2017•1 hr 18 min
Episode 39: Rygar
What is a Rygar, why does he fight the bizarre creatures he does, and what's up with all the giant dudes? Don't worry- we crack the code and actually figure out a lot about this classic NES game!
Jul 05, 2017•57 min
Episode 38: Castle of Illusion starring Mickey Mouse
Does Mickey have what it takes to fight a dragon, a guy, and the coolest Disney villain ever? We discuss Castle of Illusion starring Mickey Mouse for the Genesis/ Mega Drive and find out!
Jun 28, 2017•54 min
Episode 37: Super Metroid pt 2
This week we take you through the many worlds and bosses that Samus must face in this part two of Super Metroid!
Jun 21, 2017•1 hr 13 min
Episode 36: Super Metroid pt 1
Your favorite intergalactic bounty hunter rolls into the Cartridge Command Center. In part one this week, we debate her home planet's name, discuss her arsenal, and if Super Metroid is the best SNES game!
Jun 14, 2017•43 min
Episode 35: Passwords Minisode + Update
Hold tight for an Emergency Minisode as we discuss the sordid world of game Passwords, and get an update on Friday the 13th and more!
Jun 07, 2017•27 min
Episode 34: Kirby's Dreamland 2
The Pink Puffball is back! Does this Game Boy game hold up to the NES adventure? Do you wear a fish like a wet suit? Find out in this week's episode!
May 31, 2017•1 hr 22 min
Episode 33: Ys: The Vanished Omens
Are we wise enough to handle Ys with ease? We tackle Ys: The Vanished Omens on the Sega Master System!
May 24, 2017•1 hr 22 min
Episode 32: Jackal
Grab a buddy and find out if Jackal for the NES holds up! We did, and we'll discuss the Konami co-op classic this week!
May 17, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Episode 31: Skate or Die
Put on some Vision Streetware, lace up your Vans, and comb your bangs over one eye, because we're playing Skate or Die for the NES this week!
May 10, 2017•41 min
Episode 30: Earthworm Jim 2
Is this the best game staring a worm in a super suit? Listen in as we play Earthworm Jim 2 and discover if it's still as groovy as we thought!
May 03, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Episode 29: Comix Zone
It's time to rip up your jeans and break out the flannel, we're going back to the most X-treme of decades. Revisit the 90s as we play Comix Zone, a quirky view into the comics, games and music of that weird decade!
Apr 26, 2017•1 hr 10 min
Episode 28: Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers
Join us for a pint sized adventure with another part of the Disney Afternoon crew! We find out if Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers for the NES is as good as it looks through the haze of our nostalgia on this weeks show!
Apr 19, 2017•1 hr 16 min
Episode 27: Super Mario Land
Mario steps out of the Mushroom Kingdom and takes a turn for the weird in Super Mario Land for the Game Boy! Join us as we discuss this pint-sized adventure!
Apr 12, 2017•56 min
Episode 26: The Legend of Zelda pt 2
It's time to head into Hyrule! We venture forth in search of the Triforce of Wisdom and finally get to saving Princess Zelda in this episode!
Apr 05, 2017•1 hr 31 min
Episode 25: The Legend of Zelda pt 1
The Legend of Zelda for the NES is a gaming masterpiece, and we're about to gush uncontrollably about it's many greatnesses! This week we discuss the revolutionary gameplay and meteoric impact of this classic game!
Mar 29, 2017•59 min
Episode 24: Rock 'n' Roll Racing
This week we focus on learning the 3 R's: Rocking, Rolling, and Racing! Let's burn rubber across the galaxy in Rock 'n' Roll Racing for the SNES!
Mar 22, 2017•58 min
Episode 23: Mega Man 3
Mega Man is back in his third game on the NES! Explore the evolution of the franchise with us as we try(and fail)to not compare it to it's predecessor!
Mar 15, 2017•1 hr 45 min
Episode 22: Strider
Do you like ninjas? Do you like robots? We love both and use one to fight the other in this fast paced Genesis/ Mega Drive classic!
Mar 08, 2017•1 hr 14 min
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