Retro Reviews

Note: We ran through this 3 players. Something I’ve always wanted to do. The game audio is still too loud and overshadows the commentary. My son’s and I enjoyed this one. They were the age I was when I used to play it in the arcade. To see them enjoy …

Double Dragon: A Retro Arcade Review with a Father-Son Power Team Ah, “Double Dragon”—the quintessential beat ’em up that set the gold standard for the genre in arcades back in 1987. Fast forward to the present, and here I am, reliving those glory days with my son, DashingDerek, on our …

The Punisher Arcade Game Review: A Retro Rampage with a Father-Son Duo In an era where pixels were mightier than photo-realism, “The Punisher” arcade game stood out as a gritty gem in the crown of 90s side-scrolling beat ’em ups. DashingDerek and I decided to revisit this classic, not in …

I remember renting this game briefly once or twice. For being released in 1990 I can not get over how beautiful this game was. Well done! Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse: A Genesis Gem Retro Review Once upon a time in the golden era of 16-bit gaming, a little …

1994 had better than this. Retro Review: Denjin Makai – A Forgotten Brawler Lost in the Arcade Shuffle In the golden era of arcade gaming, where quarters were the keys to pixelated kingdoms, a little-known brawler named “Denjin Makai” emerged from the shadows. This side-scrolling beat ’em up, released unceremoniously …

Being a big fan of Rastan my entire life dating back to the arcades at the bowling alley, I always found myself going back to that game. Sadly, the sequel sucked. Little did I know until someone in Facebook groups mentioned it, but there was a 3rd title, released only …

Tears of the Kingdom Review and Logplay by DashingDerek, a Huge Zelda Fan   Part 2 is located here: https://youtu.be/GkIKS1ntEkc Part 3 is located here: https://youtu.be/CvoZv_IDVxc Graphics and Sound The graphics and sound in Tears of the Kingdom are both top-notch. The game’s world is incredibly detailed and immersive, and …

Retro Review: Dragon Warrior II – A Childhood Quest Fulfilled on the NES The 8-bit era of gaming was a time of simple pleasures and immense imaginations, where games like “Dragon Warrior II” for the NES captured the hearts of many young adventurers. As a sequel to the venerable “Dragon …

The All New Punch-Out!! for the NES by RatedJpG. Retro Review: All New Punch-Out!! – A Fresh Knockout on the NES Imagine stepping back into the ring of a beloved NES classic, but this time, the faces staring back are both familiar and entirely new. “All New Punch-Out!!”, a ROM hack …

Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety for Sega Genesis – A Web-Slinging Co-op Experience “Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety” for the Sega Genesis is a title that often swings into the conversations of retro gaming enthusiasts, especially those fond of the superhero genre. Teaming up with my Australian Discord friend, Hyrule13, we dove into this …

Pocky & Rocky Review for the Super Nintendo – A Mythical Multiplayer Adventure “Pocky & Rocky” for the Super Nintendo is a title that conjures up images of mythical creatures, vibrant levels, and frenetic action. This top-down, shoot ’em up style game, developed by Natsume, is a hidden gem that …

Alien vs. Predator Arcade Review – A Netplay Cooperative Triumph Capcom’s “Alien vs. Predator” arcade game is one of those rare gems in the arcade world that managed to capture the essence of both franchises beautifully. Playing through the game via netplay with my Australian Discord friend, Hyrule13, was an …

Retro Review: Revisiting Dreamland with “Little Nemo: The Dream Master” As a child of eight, tucked away in the comforting confines of Aunt Kelly’s house, I encountered a game that would become etched in my memory: “Little Nemo: The Dream Master” for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Fast forward to …

      Retro Review: Spiraling Back to “Gyruss” on the NES My first encounter with “Gyruss” for the Nintendo Entertainment System was in the early ’90s at a friend’s house—Frank Thomas was the name—and it’s a gaming session I remember fondly. Fast forward to today, and with a mix …

Retro Review: Whomp ‘Em – A Stomp Through Tradition Whomp ‘Em, released for the NES in March 1991 in North America, is an often overlooked platformer that takes players on a journey through various levels inspired by Native American mythology. With its roots in the Japanese game “Saiyūki World 2: …