The SNES Podcast

The SNES Podcast #113 -- Cybernator

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support! We also have a Patreon at www.patreon.com/thesnespodcast

The SNES Podcast #112 -- Firestriker

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast Bonus -- 2018 Retrospective

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...

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

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,...

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 [email protected] account. As always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #110 -- Teris Battle Gaiden

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #109 -- Uniracers

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #108 -- Inindo: Way of the Ninja

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #107 -- Spider Man and Venom in Maximum Carnage

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #106 -- New Horizons and Uncharted Waters

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!

The SNES Podcast #105 -- Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures

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...

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 [email protected] and as always thanks for your support!