Bonus Episode -- My mother managed a video store and rented NES games

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Bonus Episode -- My mother managed a video store and rented NES games

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30 minutes

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Jun 21, 2015

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Some history as I talk about what it was like getting my hands on the newest and greatest movies and NES games from 1986-1994.

Released:

Jun 21, 2015

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to The SNES Podcast, brought you bi-weekly by your hosts Greg (AKA SoulBlazer) and Joe. This is a podcast dedicated to talking about the games of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Any feedback, comments, suggestions, etc. please post on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/thesnespodcast or e-mail us at thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

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Episode 0 -- Intro: In this intro episode to The SNES Podcast I talk some history of the SNES, why I decided to do a SNES podcast, and how the format of this podcast is (probably) going to work. by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #11 -- Actraiser: Aaron from Retro Obscura again graces me with his presence as we discuss one of our all time favorite SNES games -- the classic mixed gene game Actraiser. Part action platform, part sim, this game has an amazing soundtrack, great graphics, and fun... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #8 -- Super Buster Bros: In the last episode before Chad had to step down from his co-host duties, we discuss the arcade port Super Buster Bros from Capcom, an action/puzzle game similar in some ways to Bust a Move. This was our first fan submission, please let me know if you... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #18 -- F-Zero: Sorry for the delay with this episode! To make up for it, I'm posting TWO episodes today! In this one I discuss the classic racing game F-Zero, the start of a franchise and a really great game. Any feedback, comments, suggestions can be sent to and I... by The SNES Podcast
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Christmas Episode: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I was inspired by other Christmas episodes that other podcasters have done to record a few days early and include my own SNES Christmas memories (and some other systems) and three of my favorite SNES games that I... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #20 -- New Horizons: Join Greg as he discusses one of his favorite Koei games for the SNES, the adventure/action/rpg/others game Uncharted Waters: New Horizons, where you explore the world and seek to make fame and fortune as one of six playable characters. Any... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #12 -- Super Star Wars: In this special three-for-one episode I am joined by Tim of the Star Wars Nerds Unite Podcast to discuss the three Star Wars games for the SNES, based off the original trilogy. Any questions, comments, suggestions, etc. can be e-mailed to the Thanks... by The SNES Podcast
77 min listen
The SNES Podcast #3 -- Earth Defense Force: Welcome to Episode #3 of The SNES Podcast! In this episode Chad and I discuss one of his favorite SNES games Earth Defense Force, an obscure space shooter released by Jaleco in 1992. This is a unique and difficult game, and while Chad and I disagree... by The SNES Podcast
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Bonus Episode -- My mother managed a video store and rented NES games: Some history as I talk about what it was like getting my hands on the newest and greatest movies and NES games from 1986-1994. by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #4 -- Q-Bert 3: Hello and welcome to a special SNES Podcast episode! This is #4 where we are joined by Ferg from the wonderful 2600 Game by Game Podcast to talk about one of his favorite SNES games, Q-Bert 3. This is a sequel to the classic arcade game with many... by The SNES Podcast
72 min listen
The SNES Podcast #44 -- Civilization: In this episode Greg and George again look at a port of a popular PC game to see how it translated to the SNES -- the classic game Civilization. Celebrating it's 25th anniversary this year, we explore the highs and lows of the conversion of this... by The SNES Podcast
86 min listen
The SNES Podcast #17 -- Demon's Crest: In this episode I am joined by Will from the Intelivionaries Podcast to discuss the great Capcom platformer Demon's Crest, part of the Gargoyle Quest series. This is a classic game that is fun and challenging and worth checking out. Any... by The SNES Podcast
62 min listen
The SNES Podcast #1 -- SoulBlazer: Welcome to the first game discussion! Since my user name forever has been SoulBazer, I thought it was fitting to make that game the first one to be covered! I welcome also my new co-host Chad who did the editing on this podcast. Please send all... by The SNES Podcast
59 min listen
The SNES Podcast #5 -- Contra III: The Alien Wars: Greetings to all! Special thanks to Aaron from Retro Obscura who helped us out by doing the editing of this podcast. Aaron also joined Chad and myself in this episode to talk about one of our favorite SNES games, the classic Contra III: Alien... by The SNES Podcast
97 min listen
The SNES Podcast #7 -- Sim City: Welcome to Episode 7! In this one Chad and I are joined by Rob to discuss one of our favorite games for the SNES, the great port of the classic PC game Sim City. We also discuss Rob's upcoming NES movie and his successful Kickstarter. As always,... by The SNES Podcast
84 min listen
The SNES Podcast #15 -- Mr. Do!: Join Willie from Arcade USA and the Colecovision Podcast as we discuss one of his all time favorite games, Mr. Do! The SNES port of this game is very well done and worth playing even if you never played the game before. If you enjoy Dig Dug you'll... by The SNES Podcast
40 min listen
The SNES Podcast #13 -- TMNT IV: Turtles in Time: In this episode I am again joined by Cameron and his fellow host Mike both from the We're Going to Need a Bigger Podcast to discuss one of our all time favorite SNES beat-em-ups, a great port from the arcade version -- TMNT 4: Turtles in Time. The... by The SNES Podcast
64 min listen
The SNES Podcast #10 -- Super Castlevania IV: In this episode I am joined by Cameron as the two of us discuss one of our favorite SNES games -- Super Castlevania IV. To this day it's both of our favorite Castlevania games. We discuss the game in some deep detail and why we love it so much. If you... by The SNES Podcast
81 min listen
The SNES Podcast #19 -- Super Conflict: Part 2 of today's double header is on the underrated and very fun Super Conflict, a sequel to Conflict on the NES and a strategy/sim war game that was ahead of it's time. Feedback, comments, suggestions for games, or desire to appear on the podcast... by The SNES Podcast
27 min listen
The SNES Podcast #16 -- On The Ball: Ferg re-joins the SNES Podcast to discuss another of his favorite SNES games, the obscure Taito marble game On the Ball. We also discuss the arcade games that were available on the SNES such as the Atari Collection and Space Invaders. Thanks again to... by The SNES Podcast
56 min listen
The SNES Podcast #9 -- Wild Guns: In this episode I am joined by Michael Kelso, co-host of the 2 Dudes and a NES and Metrovania podcasts to discuss one of his favorite SNES games -- the obscure cyberpunk/western shooter Wild Guns released by Natasume (better known for the Harvest Moon... by The SNES Podcast
47 min listen
The SNES Podcast #47 -- Shin Megami Tensei: In this episode Greg and George look at their first Japanese only game -- the ground breaking and huge seller Shin Megami Tensei from Atlus. Available in the west either as a fan made translation patch for a ROM or on a recently ported Apple IOS... by The SNES Podcast
66 min listen
The SNES Podcast #21 -- Street Fighter II: Greg is joined by his new co-host Alessandro as they discuss the 'killer app' for the Super NES, the wonderful port of Street Fighter II. We also have feedback and audio submissions in this episode. Any questions, commenets, etc. can be... by The SNES Podcast
81 min listen
The SNES Podcast #23 -- Super Valis IV: In this episode we discuss one of the more obscure games for the SNES -- Super Valis IV, an action platformer game that came over to the SNES from the Genesis where the earlier titles were published. Be prepared for some sharp splits in how we... by The SNES Podcast
72 min listen
The SNES Podcast #31 -- Final Fantasy Mystic Quest: In this episode Greg looks at the 'baby's first RPG' of the SNES, Final Fantasy Mystic Quest. The history, gameplay, music, graphics, and conclusion is covered in this podcast. Is this game worth all the hate that it gets? Listen in... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #42 -- Populous: In this episode Greg and George explore the SNES port of one of the most beloved computer games of all time -- Populous. Considered to be the original 'god game', this game was a huge hit when it originaly came out. How does the SNES... by The SNES Podcast
66 min listen
The SNES Podcast #37 -- The 7th Saga: In this episode George and Greg discuss George's pick of a RPG that is infamous for being one of the most difficult RPG's and 16bit games of all time -- The 7th Saga from Enix. Listen to them discuss this game, what makes it so hard, and if it's... by The SNES Podcast
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The SNES Podcast #33 -- Ninja Gaiden Triliogy: In this episode I am joined by Aaron from Retro Obscura as we discuss a semi-obscure SNES port of three of the best NES games of all time -- the Ninja Gaiden games. Is this collection worth playing over the original games? Tune in to find... by The SNES Podcast
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Bonus Episode -- My mother managed a video store and rented NES games

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