Explore every episode of the podcast The SNES Podcast
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| S1E243 - The SNES Podcast #243 -- Secret of Evermore | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:52:23 | |
In this episode of the SNES Podcast, Greg and Joe are covering a unique Square RPG -- Secret of Evermore! One of a handful of games where a Japanese company directed their American branch to create a game for western tastes, this game takes strong inspiration from Secret of Mana but is not part of the franchise, with a Western layer of plot and graphics on top of it. We cover the game and how it holds up today and as always thanks for your support! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| S1E242 - The SNES Podcast #242 -- Big Sky Trooper | 21 Sep 2024 | 01:09:18 | |
In this episode of the SNES Podcast, Greg and Joe cover a obscure and unique game for the SNES -- Big Sky Trooper! Developed by Lucasarts and with the same engine as Zombies Ate My Neighbors, this action/adventure game is weird but interesting in numerous ways. We cover the game and how it ticks in this episode. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| S1E233 - The SNES Podcast #233 -- Saturday Night Slam Masters | 05 May 2024 | 00:41:15 | |
In this episode of the SNES Podcast Joe and Greg cover another wrestling game as we look at Saturday Night Slam Masters! A port of the Capcom arcade game, this fighting game dressed in wrestling clothes was the first game of a series but the only one released in the west. We discuss the game and how it plays and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| The SNES Podcast #144 -- Super Back To The Future II | 11 Sep 2020 | 00:47:56 | |
In this episode Greg and Joe look at a platformer based off one of the most famous movie franchises of all time -- Back to the Future! This Japanese only game has you going through three time periods on a hoverboard as you attempt to defeat your rival. The game has a few unique quirks and we look at those and talk about the game in depth as well as explore other games in the franchise a little bit. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #143 -- Starfox 2 | 28 Aug 2020 | 00:55:37 | |
Welcome to the SNES Podcast! In this episode Greg and Joe look at one of the most infamous 'finished but not released' games, Starfox 2! The follow up to the very popular and groundbreaking Starfox, this game was planned for a 1996 release but never came out back then due to the upcoming N64. It finally got a release on the SNES Mini and the Switch. We talk about history of the game, how the game plays, and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or directed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #142 -- Super Chase HQ | 14 Aug 2020 | 00:55:08 | |
Welcome to the SNES Podcast! In this episode Greg and Joe take a look at the 'inspired by' sequel to the classic arcade game Chase HQ! Called Super Chase HQ in the west, this driving game follows the same formula as the original, where you have to chase down and defeat a bad guy in his car in yours before time runs out. We discuss the graphics of this first person racing game, the gameplay, how close it is to the arcade game and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or directed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #141 -- Dragon's Lair | 31 Jul 2020 | 01:00:31 | |
Welcome back to the SNES Podcast! In this episode Greg introduces his new co-host Joe and we cover a listener request -- the SNES version of Dragon's Lair! One of the most famous arcade games of all time, the game was undergoing a re-discovery in the mid 90's and the decision was made to make a platformer of the game. We talk about how the game turned on, the history of the franchise, and what's good and bad about the game. If you have any questions, comments, etc. please leave feedback on our FB group or e-mail me at thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and thanks for the support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #140 -- Interview with Dan Kitchen Part 2 | 08 May 2020 | 01:08:15 | |
Hello everyone! This is the second part of the recent interview I did with famed game developer and producer Dan Kitchen, who was very generous with his time in talking about his career. This part of the interview focuses on his SNES days and what's he done since then, and the work he is doing to finish one of his unfinished Atari 2600 Activision games, Gold Rush! Many thanks to him again for the time. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #140 -- Interview with Dan Kitchen Part 1 | 01 May 2020 | 01:31:36 | |
Hello everybody! Welcome to a special episode of the SNES Podcast where I am most pleased and honored to have had the chance to interview one of the great game programmers of our time, Dan Kitchen! Dan has a extensive history of working in the game industry going back over 40 years, and is one of the few 'golden age' people still active in the industry today. In this part of the interview most of the talk is on pre-SNES stuff such as his work with Activision and why he programmed some 2600 games in the late 80's. Part two will be out next week! If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #139 -- Dark Half | 13 Mar 2020 | 00:49:40 | |
In this episode George returns to the podcast to talk about with Gren an obscure Japanese only RPG -- Dark Half! Published by Enix, this late SNES game with isometric graphics has split action between two main characters, one good and one evil, and brings a lot of new elements to the table. We discuss how well all this works, how the game plays, and how it holds up today. Also, the podcast will be taking a break for a while due to real life issues. Special episodes may come out, but the plan is for the podcast to return on a regular basis in early May. As always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #138 -- The Adventures of Dr. Franken | 28 Feb 2020 | 00:50:29 | |
In this episode Greg is joined by special guest host Randy as the two discuss one of Randy's childhood games -- the Adventures of Dr. Franken! The middle game of a three game franchise, this weird and obscure platfromer has you play the part of Frankenstien's Monster as he goes around the world to reassemble his girlfriend. We discuss the game and it's history and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #137 -- Killer Instinct | 07 Feb 2020 | 01:03:04 | |
In this episode Greg and George are joined by guest host Ray as we talk about one of Ray's favorite SNES games -- Killer Instinct! Designed to try to stand out from the 'popular' fighting games of the MK and SF series, we discuss the unique things this game does, the history of the series, and how it holds up today. This is also George's last regular co-host episode as real life is getting very busy for him, but he will he back for guest spots now and then. Thank you again for your years of work George! If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #136 -- Lagoon | 24 Jan 2020 | 01:05:32 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at an early SNES release game -- Lagoon! An action RPG game like Zelda and the early Y's games, this pretty unknown title from Kemco-Sieka (producers of Shadowgate) is typical of the genre in a lot of ways. We discuss the game and how it plays, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| S1E232 - The SNES Podcast 232 -- Super Bases Loaded Games | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:53:17 | |
Play ball! In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe cover the three SNES games of the Super Bases Loaded franchise! One of the most popular baseball series from the NES is brought over to the SNES and we cover about how well it works and how well the games play and hold up today. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| The SNES Podcast #135 -- Wario's Woods | 10 Jan 2020 | 00:40:42 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at a game better known on the NES then the SNES -- Wario's Woods! The last game that had a licence for the NES, the SNES version is very similar to it's 8 bit brother and just as interesting to play. A unique puzzle game with a twist and featuring classic Nintendo characters such as Wario and Birdo, we look at the history of the game, how it plays, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #134 -- Year End 2019 Special | 29 Dec 2019 | 00:34:00 | |
Happy Holidays everyone! In this special episode to end the year 2019 Greg and George discuss five games that George wanted to talk about that were covered on the podcast in previous years before George became a co-host. Both good and bad games are talked about here. We thank you for the support this year and please stay tuned in 2020 as we have more guest hosts and specials lined up already! If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #133 -- Final Fantasy V | 14 Dec 2019 | 01:05:48 | |
In this episode George and Greg discuss the one SNES FF game that didn't come out in the west -- Final Fantasy V! Known most for it's deep and rich gameplay due to the job system, the game would not get a release in the west until it's Playstation collection, and has been released a few more times since then. We discuss the good and bad points of the game, why the SNES version never came out in the west, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #132 -- Pool Games | 15 Nov 2019 | 00:59:20 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at the two pool (aka billards) games that came out for the SNES -- Championship Pool and Side Pocket! Although these games have a lot in common with the presentation of the pool table, great jazz music soundtracks, and one and two player game modes, there is also a lot unique in each one. We discuss the games and what is different about each one of them and compare and contrast them. The next episode of the podcast will be released on Dec 13th! If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #131 -- Fire Emblem | 01 Nov 2019 | 00:51:48 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at one of the early games in the Fire Emblem franchise! The third game in the series was released in Japan as Fire Emblem - Monshou no Nazo, and it's divided into two books -- book one is mostly a remake of the original Fire Emblem game and book two is a direct sequel. None of the Fire Emblem games were released in the west until the GBA, but this game was translated years ago. We discuss this game and the history of the franchise, how it plays compared to other Fire Emblem games, and if it's worth playing today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #130 -- Super Off Road | 18 Oct 2019 | 00:57:52 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at a 'off road' racing game, Super Off Road! The SNES port of the arcade game Ivan "Ironman" Stewart's Super Off Road(Ivan's name was not included in this version due to licencing issues), it's a game where you or you and another human race versus computer controlled trucks around a course to be the first to finish. Featuring power ups, aggressive AI, and numerous courses, the game was a success in the arcades and spawned three sequels. We look at how game looks and plays, how it fares as a arcade port, and if it's fun to play today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #129 -- Super Fire Pro Wrestling X Premium | 04 Oct 2019 | 01:23:45 | |
In this episode George and Greg look at another Japanese only game -- Super Fire Pro Wrestling X Premium! This game with a five dollar game was the last of the Fire Pro Wrestling series to come out on the SNES and was considered to be the best wrestling game ever made, with a legion of loyal fans to this day. We talk about the game in great detail, covering why it's so good and all of the wrestlers, moves, options, and modes you can do with this game. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #128 -- Nosferatu | 20 Sep 2019 | 01:08:13 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at a obscure game that some consider a 'hidden gem' on the SNES -- Nosferatu! Very loosly based off the famous German movie of the 1920's, this game combined elements of Prince of Persia and fighting games with a dash of Castlevania for a very unique game. Listen to us talk about what makes this game so different and if it works. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #127 -- Mario's Picross | 06 Sep 2019 | 00:45:39 | |
In this episode Greg and George cover another only Japanese game -- Mario's Picross! A follow up the original Game Boy Picross game, the poor sales of that game in the west caused this souped-up SNES version not to be released outside of Japan -- indeed, the west would not see another Picross game Picross DS. We explain Picross and how to play it, what's new to the SNES version of the game, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #126 -- Super Widget | 25 Aug 2019 | 00:35:48 | |
In this episode Greg and George cover a game requested by a Patreon backer -- Super Widget! In this obscure platformer games, you play as the alien Widget who is trying to help save the planet and the animals on Earth from evil forces. This game is based off a cartoon that ran in the early 90's and is a sequel to a NES game also based off the cartoon. We discuss the cartoon and the games, how well the game emulates the look and feel of the show, and how it plays and if it holds up. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| S1E231 - The SNES Podcast #231 -- Super Adventure Island 2 | 05 Apr 2024 | 01:18:55 | |
In this special episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe are once again joined by Kris of Stone Age Gamer as we discuss one of his favorite games on the system -- Super Adventure Island 2! Going beyond it's platformer roots, this game use elements of adventure and RPG systems to try to breathe new life into an aging franchise. How does it work and is it worth playing today? Tune in to find out! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| The SNES Podcast #125 -- Bahamut Lagoon | 10 Aug 2019 | 00:38:22 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at another Japanese only game Bahamut Lagoon! Another of the classic Square RPG's, this fun tactical RPG has dragons as a key part of your party as you help a group fight versus a evil empire. Another Square game that has not come out in the West, we discuss this game and how it plays and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #124 -- Zoop! | 02 Aug 2019 | 00:56:05 | |
In this episode Greg and George are joined by special guest Brett Weiss as he brings to the podcast one of his favorite SNES games -- Zoop! A unique puzzle game inspired by games like Tetris and Klax, this game got a big push when it came out and engages the player with 100 boards, a great soundtrack, and simple and direct gameplay. We discuss the game and what makes it work and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #123 -- Gemfire | 12 Jul 2019 | 01:43:08 | |
In this episode Greg and George are joined by Aaron from Genesis Gems as he brings to the table a Koei game -- Gemfire! Considered one of the 'easier' of the simulation Koei games, and a cult favorite among fans today, we go into huge detail on the history of the game and the other ports, how the game plays, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #122 -- Y's III | 01 Jul 2019 | 01:02:15 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at the SNES port of Y's III! Y's (said as 'ease') is one of the longest running RPG series, dating back to the time period of Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, but is not widely known in the West. We look at the SNES port of the third game in the series and how it plays, and we talk about the series as a whole and how this entry holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! Read more at http://thesnespodcast.libsyn.com/podcast#0xQyGXuUVuOMrYdt.99 | |||
| The SNES Podcast #121 -- Clock Tower | 14 Jun 2019 | 00:57:09 | |
In this episode George and Greg talk about another Japanese only game, the first of the franchise! Clock Tower is a early survival horror point and click style adventure game with good graphics and a creepy soundtrack, a ruthless foe seeking your death, and some very tense gameplay. We discuss the game and how it plays, the reasons it never came out in the west, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions or comments please leave them on our FB page or send an e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #120 -- Final Fight | 07 Jun 2019 | 00:53:47 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at the SNES port of one of the most popular arcade games of all time -- Final Fight! Predating SF 2 this beat-em-up by Capcom is considered by many to have started the fighting game craze of the early 90's. We discuss how the home port of this version fares, how the game plays, and if it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to the snespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! Also check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast | |||
| The SNES Podcast #119 -- Kirby's Dream Course | 01 Jun 2019 | 00:56:02 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at one of the most unique games on the SNES -- Kirby's Dream Course! This is a mini golf game with Kirby as the main character and the setting, you use Kirby as the hole as you try to complete nine hole courses and battle through a weird and whimsical world. We look at the game itself and how it plays, and discuss what makes it so different and if it holds up today. Any questions, comments, feedback, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com Also check out our Patreon at www.patreon.con/thesnespodcast and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #118 -- Super Metroid | 04 May 2019 | 02:25:26 | |
In this special episode, Greg and George are joined by Kris of the Stone Age Gamer podcast and Geekade network as we cover one of the system's heavy hitters -- Super Metroid! One of the most popular and best selling video games of all time, Kris brings his vast love of the game and the franchise to the forefront as we discuss the game and what makes it so great. Please feel free to check out his stuff, it's all awesome! For any questions, comments, etc. please join our FB group or send a e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and also check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast and as always thanks for the support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #117 -- Energy Breaker | 07 Apr 2019 | 00:57:23 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at another Japanese only RPG -- Energy Breaker! Developed by the same company that made the Lufia games, this Final Fantasy Tactics like game is a refreshing take on the old RPG trope with some interesting ideas and some very hard gameplay. We discuss the game and what we think of it and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, feedback, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to the snespodcast@yahoo.com. Also please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast | |||
| The SNES Podcast #116 -- Claymates | 15 Mar 2019 | 00:54:34 | |
In this episode George and Greg look at a Patreon requested game, the platformer Claymates! Made by the same company and using the same tech used in Clay Fighter, this is a bright and colorful game where you play as Clayton, a boy cursed by a witch doctor into a lump of clay to try to rescue your father. You have the power though to change into other animals to help you in your quest. We look at this game and how it plays, all the unique ideas and concepts in it, and how it holds up today. If you'd like to dictate a game also, please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast Or check us out on FB or send an e-mail at thesnespodcast@yahoo.com with your questions, comments, etc. and as always thanks for the support! | |||
| S1E230 - The SNES Podcast #230 -- Super R-Type | 22 Mar 2024 | 00:39:51 | |
In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe look at the early SNES space shooter Super R-Type! With half the stages being ported from R-Type II and the other half being new, this very hard space shooter gets examined hard by the two of us as we look at the graphics and music, talk a little bit about the franchise as a whole, and how the game stacks up. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| The SNES Podcast #115 -- Three Ninjas Kick Back | 02 Mar 2019 | 01:15:59 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at one of many movie to TV game conversions -- Three Ninjas Kick Back! Inspired to cover this game by a Facebook post lamenting how expensive this game was, the game was based off a movie which bombed compared to the original Three Ninjas movie, and that explains in large part the rarity. We talk about the game and if it deserves the high price, along with some sidetracks along the way. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! Come check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast | |||
| The SNES Podcast #114 -- Dragon Ball Z: Super Saiya Densetsu | 15 Feb 2019 | 01:03:01 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at another Japanese only game -- Dragon Ball Z: Super Saiya Denetsu! This RPG game takes a lot from the DBZ cartoon and follows many of the same characters and tropes as you go through this unique game. A card battle system and a high degree of difficulty make this a much different RPG then you may have played. We talk about the game and a little about the DBZ franchise, how the game plays, and if it's worth playing. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! We also have a Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast | |||
| The SNES Podcast #113 -- Cybernator | 02 Feb 2019 | 01:16:57 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at the run and gun action game Cybernator! Published by Konami in the west but not developed by them, this game has some similarities with Front Mission due to sharing a lead designer, and is a overlooked and very fun (but very hard) game. Listen to us talk about it in this episode and how it plays and if it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! We also have a Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast | |||
| The SNES Podcast #112 -- Firestriker | 18 Jan 2019 | 01:01:47 | |
In our first episode of 2019, George and Greg look at one of the most unique games on the system -- Firestriker! Developed and published by small companies, this highly unique game did not get a lot of press or copies made but combined elements of pinball, Breakout, and Zelda into a very interesting and challenging one to four player game. So does it hold up and is it fun? Tune in to find out! If you have any questions, comments, feedback, etc. please leave them on our Facebook page or send a message to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast Bonus -- 2018 Retrospective | 14 Dec 2018 | 01:24:24 | |
In this special episode Greg and George take a look back at the games we covered on the podcast this year! We review each game and what we remember from it, how we enjoyed it, and some final thoughts about it. Thanks for your support again this year and we will see you again in 2019! Please check out our FB page and you can also e-mail us at thesnespodcast.com and check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/snespodcast.com and thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #111 - Out Of This World | 30 Nov 2018 | 01:04:46 | |
In this episode Greg and George cover a well done port of a popular classic computer game -- Out Of This World! Also known as Another World in Europe, this was a often requested game by listeners and for good reason. It's a fun, unique, challenging adventure game that uses rotoscope graphics and minimal story, instead you figure things out as you go along. We cover the details of the port, the gameplay, and how it holds up. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to the snespodcast@yahoo.com account. As always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #110 -- Teris Battle Gaiden | 16 Nov 2018 | 00:54:45 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at an interesting Tetris variant game -- Tetris Battle Gaiden! A Japanese only game, this game features both one and two player modes where you try to complete your side before the other, with power ups and a shared piece pool. We look at the game and how it plays, talk about what makes it different, and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #109 -- Uniracers | 02 Nov 2018 | 00:51:59 | |
In this episode Greg and George cover a Patreon pick in which we discuss the unique and whimsical game of Uniracers! Created by the same company that brought you Lemmings, this is a very interesting racing game where you control a unicycle and try both to beat your foe and perform stunts. We talk about what makes this game unique, how it plays, and if it holds up today. Any questions, comments, feedback, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #108 -- Inindo: Way of the Ninja | 19 Oct 2018 | 01:08:32 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at an obscure and unique RPG with strategic battles by Koei -- Inindo: Way of the Ninja! Part of the long running Nobunaga's Ambition franchise, this game uses some alternative history where Nobunaga did not die in 1582 but instead continued his campaign to conquer all of Japan. You play a young ninja whose clan was destroyed by Nobunaga, and you must train up and gather experience and learn your ninja arts, then use diplomacy to get other rulers to attack and weaken Nobunaga so you can storm his castle to get your revenge! We discuss what makes this game unique and all the many aspects of it's gameplay, why the game is so difficult, and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, suggestions, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to the snespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #107 -- Spider Man and Venom in Maximum Carnage | 05 Oct 2018 | 01:36:33 | |
In this episode, we both celebrate the recent release of the PS4 Spider Man game and the release of Venom on the big screen today by covering a game that has both of them -- Maximum Carnage! The first video game to be taken directly from a comic book story, this game features the ability to play as either Spider Man or Venom as they team up to stop Carnage from terrorizing New York City. We examine this beat-em-up game to see how it plays and how much fun it is and if it holds up today. Any questions, comments, feedback, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| S1E229 - The SNES Podcast #229 -- Secret of Mana | 01 Mar 2024 | 01:59:28 | |
In this episode Greg and Joe are joined once again by Sean as we discuss one of the best RPG's of all time -- Secret of Mana! The second game in the franchise (the first was released in the West as Final Fantasy Adventure for the Game Boy) we discuss our very different backgrounds on this game, what makes the game so great, and if it's perhaps overrated. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check out their fantastic gaming and non gaming related podcasts at geekade.com. Also check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/geekade Find out more at https://the-snes-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. | |||
| The SNES Podcast #106 -- New Horizons and Uncharted Waters | 21 Sep 2018 | 01:30:00 | |
In this episode Greg and George re-visit a game that Greg covered by himself way back in Episode 20 -- the overlooked and hidden gem Uncharted Waters! We also look at the game that came before it, New Horizons. Another franchise that has been much more popular in Japan compared to the west, these Koei games have you doing a little bit of everything -- adventure, RPG, sailing, tactical ship battles, one on one duels, card games, trading, exploring, and resource management. We look at the games graphics, soundtracks, what you can do in the games, and how they hold up today. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #105 -- Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures | 07 Sep 2018 | 01:13:13 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at a game based off three of the most popular movies of all time -- Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures! Developed by Factor 5 who would go on to make the Star Wars Rogue Squadron games and using the same engine as the Super Star Wars games, you play Indie in a platformer based off the original movies, you control Indie as he whips, shoots, jumps, and rolls through numerous stages. We discuss how the game plays and how faithful it is to the movies, the graphics and music, and how it holds up today. If you have any questions, comments, etc. please feel free to contact us on our FB page or send an e-mail to the snespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||
| The SNES Podcast #104 -- Robotrek | 24 Aug 2018 | 00:59:25 | |
In this episode Greg and George look at one of the more obscure RPG's for the SNES -- Robotrek! Developed by Quintet (the company behind Actraiser) and published by Enix, this game got little attention when released due to timing and the fact it was made in Japan as a 'kids game'. We discuss if this is true or not and the game itself, how the game plays, and the original and unique ideas the game had which were picked up later by others. Any questions, comments, suggestions, etc. can be left on our Facebook page or e-mailed to the snespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! | |||