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Mega Man 5 – NES
Mega Man 5, the 5th of 6 Mega Man installments on the NES, is another fine example of what makes those early Mega Man games so appealing.
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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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Mega Man 3 – NES
Mega Man 3, often considered the series’ crowning achievement on the NES, shows us just why old games are so difficult. But in spite of the challenge, it offers a lengthy gameplay experience with plenty of variety.
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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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Zool 2 – Atari Jaguar
This is one of the best 2-D ninja goose-and-lamp murdering platformers I’ve ever encountered. But back in 1994, “64-bits” were supposed to look like a bunch of yucky polygons. A safe distance from the ’90s, does ‘Zool 2’ hold up? This reviewer thinks it’s a damn fine pepperoni pizza.
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Tomb Raider – PC
NB writer Sarus Vakarian gushes over the classic platforming game, the famous Tomb Raider for Retroary month!
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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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Tails Adventure – Game Gear
Looking for a fun and unique Sonic-esque adventure for your Game Gear? Look no further than Tails Adventure! Tails Adventure takes the standard Sonic format and flips it on its head blending RPG elements into the standard 2D platforming world we love! I mean, Tails has an inventory with 20+ items! Are you ready for an adventure? Let’s go!
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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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Knuckles’ Chaotix – Sega 32X
Say what? You’ve never heard of Knuckles’ Chaotix? I’m not surprised. After-all, it was released on one of the worst consoles ever made… The Sega Genesis 32X. The Genesis was great, but this mushroom add-on was a P.O.S. And instead of releasing a true Sonic game for it, Knuckles makes his debut as the lead character right here! Many other now-popular Sonic Universe characters get their start here as well. Check inside for details, trivia, and more.
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Mega Man 4 – NES
Do you remember playing the first 3 Mega Man titles on NES and saying to yourself, “This Mega Man guy is cool, but what if he could charge up his arm cannon?” Well, your very specific prayers have been answered! Mega Man 4 is the first of the iconic series to feature the Mega Buster and gives you a whole bunch of new baddies to try it out on! Write down the boss order and let’s jump into this 1992 classic NES title with NerdBacon Author InfiniteKnife!
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Thomas Was Alone – PC (Video Review)
Do boxes moving around on a simple background strike your fancy? Or do you prefer beautiful soundtracks and intriguing narrations? Either way, check out this video review – you’ll get the concept of Thomas Was Alone in less than five minutes!
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Air Fortress – NES
Can you fly, run, & gun down the evil aliens trying to exterminate your species? Air Fortress is a classic shmup/platform NES title worthy of consideration. Featuring excellent graphics, awesome level structure, and top-notch music, Hal Laboratory developed one helluva title.
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Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Wii U
Captain Toad Treasure Tracker is a platformer/puzzle hybrid first introduced in Super Mario 3D Land – after almost 30 years, Toad finally gets his own game in the Mario universe! This game is full of amazing graphics, creative level design, and a fun new way to look at the platforming genre.
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