Remember the good ol’ days, gathering on the couch with your friends for some NES or Sega gaming? Nerd Bacon remembers. This is our list of things today’s gamers don’t remember about retro games.
Tag: retro games
The Unabridged Adventures in Flea Marketing: Volume III
In honor of SNEStember, Nerd Bacon’s ZB continues the tale of his flea marketing attempt to win back one of his favorite SNES games – The Lost Vikings II! It’s a stretch, I know…
The Unabridged Adventures in Flea Marketing: Volume II
The journey continues…
In our last “Unabridged Adventures,” ZB brought home dollar treasures and an unusual gem from the land of the rising sun. What does he discover this time? You’ll have to find out here in this month’s installment of The Unabridged Adventures in Flea Marketing!
The Unabridged Adventures in Flea Marketing: Volume I
Have you ever wondered how collector’s amass such an impressive collection on a budget? Well, Nerd Bacon’s monetarily-deprived flea market connoisseur ZB takes us on an adventure through the wonders of flea marketing and yard saling. Let’s all go exploring with him!
Konami Classics Volume 1 – XBOX 360
Nerd Bacon noob Bubba Fett breaks down why you should add Konami Classics Volume 1 to your XBOX 360 collection TODAY!!!
Axiom Verge is Ready for PlayStation 4
The Metroid inspired shooter Axiom Verge finally has a release date! Find out what date and on what system you’ll be able to get your hands on Axiom Verge.
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.
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.
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!”
Nerd Bacon Celebrates Retroary! (Retro + February = Retroary)
When NerdBerry and The Cubist first started NerdBacon.com, it was out of a love for / obsession with the video games from our childhood, namely those of the late 8-, 16-, and early 32/64-bit eras. Not only has time pushed these older consoles into the background, but the releases of the Wii U in late 2012 along with the PS4 and… Continue reading Nerd Bacon Celebrates Retroary! (Retro + February = Retroary)
Sega Dreamcast Starter Kit
Start your Sega Dreamcast collection for under $100! Being the nerd that I am, I was skimming through the internet checking out Sega Dreamcast games, videos, and pictures when I came to a stark realization! There are too many people out there who don’t know, have never known, or have never tried to know the wonders… Continue reading Sega Dreamcast Starter Kit