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Eliminator Boat Duel – NES
So you’ve played through all your NES games and you need something new. But alas, so few titles can be found at prices that meet your wallet’s standards. Well how’s about Eliminator Boat Duel? In this week’s episode, Nerd Bacon’s ZB will give you a run down on Eliminator Boat Duel for the Nintendo Entertainment System so that you can decide whether this affordable game will be worthy of entry into your prized collection.
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Battletoads – Sega Genesis
Battletoads is a game that will forever live in infamy for its unusually sinister difficulty. Ever beat the game? Then you ought to be given an award – something on par with the Nobel Peace Prize should to do. Anyway, this is a game that drives many to opposing sides; some love Battletoads, some can’t stand it. Some may view it as just another forgettable Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles wannabe franchise. Whatever stance you may take on The Great Battletoads Debate, ZB is going to ride this 16-bit wave to bring you his verdict – and on the Sega Genesis, no less.
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Earthworm Jim 2 – SNES
Earthworm Jim was a groundbreaking game in its day that has aged quite well, if I may say. With a unique look, stellar gameplay, and the perfect mix of humor with action elements, Jim was a contender for a new action star. Though his first game was a success, the fall that followed was monumental. And where did all this begin? Why, Earthworm Jim 2! What? Don’t believe me? Liked Earthworm Jim 2? Well then allow Nerd Bacon’s own ZB to break it down for you and explain why the sequel failed to live up to the first installment in the series.
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Inspector Gadget – SNES
While good video game adaptations do exist, they are few and far between. As a fan of the hit 80’s cartoon Inspector Gadget, ZB would have been remiss had he not at least tried the Super Nintendo game. So that is exactly what he did. Now join ZB on the case to find out whether Inspector Gadget falls into that small percentage of decent adaptations or if it joins the ranks of forgettable gaming misfires.
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Sonic the Hedgehog – Sega Genesis
Sonic is a name that is nearly synonymous with so many aspects of video game history, from the 16-bit console wars to famous mascots. He is a beloved character that has won a place in the hearts of millions. Over the years this mighty icon has fallen to the darkest depths of bargain-bin gaming, stuck in the shadow of his former glory. As such it is only proper to remember him for the good days. The 90’s. When Sonic was king. And now, ZB is going to take it all the way back to the beginning, when the famous blue hedgehog burst onto the scene. We’re talking the first Sonic the Hedgehog for Sega Genesis. Is it the perfect shining gem of a game we have all thought it to be? Or is it possible that the first entry was nothing more than a brief blue streak on the board of gaming achievements? Find out in this review of Sonic the Hedgehog!
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Zelda II: The Adventure of Link – NES
Zelda II The Adventure of Link is typically the recipient of much undeserved criticism. Undue censure is bound to target anything that stands out from the crowd, and with that said it only makes sense that Zelda II would find itself in the crosshairs of the public eye. At the time, The Legend of Zelda had recently graced the Nintendo Entertainment System with substantial praise, so expectations were high. When Nintendo gave us something new and different, reactions were mixed. Some adored this fresh entry in the series, some reviled it. Whatever stance you take on the Zelda II debate, ZB would like a moment of your attention in order to discuss the finer points of Zelda II The Adventure of Link.
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Battle Chess – NES
Have you ever sat before a board of chess and wished you could have a little more excitement? Perhaps you’ve imagined the pieces coming to life, engaging in real-time combat as your less-than-gifted opponent stews in deep thought over his or her next move. Well, if that’s the case, Interplay grants your wish with Battle Chess! In this review Nerd Bacon’s ZB plays one of the lesser versions of this stunning title and informs you why you’d be better off playing the real game…against a tree stump.
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Earthworm Jim – Sega Genesis
Love worms? Like video games? Or vice versa? Then this is the game for you! ZB takes an in-depth look at his favorite game from childhood and explains why if you haven’t played it yet, you might as well “Eat Dirt!”
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