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Super Castlevania IV: A Timeless Classic That Defined a Generation Super Castlevania IV, released in 1991 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), is a masterpiece of the action-platformer genre and a shining example of what Konami’s development team could achieve on Nintendo’s 16-bit console. Directed by Masahiro Ueno and produced by Hideki Okugawa, this fourth installment in the Castlevania series takes players on a thrilling journey through Dracula’s castle, filled with …

I was not able to capture audio on some places, and decided to try and piece the audio together. I hope to redo this one some day. Welcome to the Legend of Zelda. Where the only sound you’ll hear is your own heart pounding as you race through forests, lakes, mountains and dungeonous mazes in an attempt to restore peace to the land of Hyrule. Along the way you’ll be …

We reviewed this game back in 2010, if you wish to read the old review. Death Duel: A Sega Genesis Cult Classic Revisited The Sega Genesis, remembered by many as the darker, cooler sibling in the early nineties console wars, had a knack for attracting games that pushed boundaries. While Nintendo carried the family-friendly banner, Sega opened its doors to publishers that were willing to test the limits of violence, …

In the kingdom of Hyrule, the dark wizard Agahnim has seized control over Hyrule castle, and eliminated it’s good King. He’s begun collecting the 7 maidens, including the princess Zelda and sending them to the Dark World. With his beloved uncle struck down, Link must take up his sword and rescue the princess from the castle dungeon. What evil plan does the Agahnim have in store for the kingdom? why …

Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse – A Retro Review When it comes to NES classics, “Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse” often emerges in the conversation as a title of legend. Released in 1990 by Konami, this prequel to the original “Castlevania” game was not just a return to form; it was an expansion of a formula that was already beloved by fans of the platforming genre. Developer and Legacy Developed by Konami, …

What a fun game. Just a QuickPay but we are contemplating doing a Longplay. Put your brain to work! A squadron of Qubes are coming at you, and if you’re not quick enough to get rid of them, you’re toast! Capture them, contain them, and confine them…score points for capturing big groups of Qubes! Just don’t touch the black Qubes, because…well…you’re dead if you do. And the rules are very …

The evil Koopa Troops led by Bowser the king of Koopa’s, has kidnapped the princess of the Mushroom Kingdom! Join Mario in his graphically updated 16-bit adventure for the SNES! Mario runs through the Mushroom Kingdom stomping enemies, collecting power-ups and rescuing the Mushroom people along the way. With the help of the super mushrooms, fire flowers and super stars, can Mario rescue the princess and save the kingdom? Opening …

Bowser the King of Koopa’s is at it again! This time he has his Koopa kids! These rotten little Koopalings have stolen the magic wands from the seven kingdoms surrounding the Mushroom Kingdom, and turned their respecting rulers into horrible creatures! Join Mario in his adventure to defeat the Koopa’s, using all the great Power-ups from the 8-bit version, updated for the 16-bit era! Can Mario defeat the Koopa family …

The year is S.D. 772, Fayt, his parents, and his childhood friend Sophia are on vacation at resort planet Hyda IV. Suddenly the planet is attacked by an enemy force known as the Vendeeni! Trying to escape the attack, Fayt’s escape pod crashlands on an underdeveloped planet known as Vanguard III, later picked up by an anti-federation group known as quark, where he meets Cliff and Mirage. They tell him …

In the last video we found out the two major kingdoms, Aquaria and Airyglyph, are at war. Cliff and Fayt agree to help Aquaria in their fight against Airyglyph. But what kind of help do they need? They make their way to Arias where Nel leaves under the cover of darkness, to resuce Tynave and Farlene from the Black Brigade. The very next day Cliff and Fayt head to the …

While most of the world was falling in love with Super Mario Bros 2 a.k.a. Doki Doki Panic, Japanese players were given quite a different game. The game in question is known to the western world as “Super Mario Bros, The Lost Levels”, and was released on the Super Nintendo in the Mario All-Stars collection. While the western Mario 2 was a fun and incentive way to play Mario, The …

If you think it’s scary on the outside, wait’ll you see the basement! You’re in for the longest night of your life. Ghosts, goblins, demons, wolves, bats – creatures lurking around every corner. As you descend deeper and deeper, they get thicker and thicker. Better stick close to the cavern floor – it’s your only chance of finding a weapon or two. You’re gonna need ’em. Because when you finally …

In the last video we finally find out why the Vendeeni are so adament on getting their hands on Fayt. In an act of what can be called pure destructive power, Fayt appeared to manifest an angelic figure which proceeded to obliterate the Vendeeni ships over the Aire/Kirlsa Fields. We then find out that Fayt was genetically modified by his father to carry a symbological gene of destruction. Not only …

Join Mario in Dinosaur World where bowser has one again kidnapped the princess! Using new power-ups like the super cape, bringing back old power-ups like the fire flower, and introducing a new edition to the Mario franchise….Yoshi the Dinosaur! Join Mario as he runs through dinosaur world, defeating the Koopa kids in each castle and making it to the valley of bowser to rescue princess peach! Our adventure starts at …

first steps into sector seven 15:10 playing fort condor 24:00 Old snapper and the happy turtle 35:20 Meeting up with Sonon 42:20 fighting and obtaining Ramuh summons 47:20 obtaining all of the happy turtle flyers 52:30 Saving Zhijie and boss Gigantipede 1:49:52 Train into Shinra HQ 2:02:30 FF7R EPISODE INTERmission is a brand-new adventure in the world of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE. Play as Wutai ninja Yuffie Kisaragi as …

Only one maniacal madman can force Spider-Man to unite with his sinister, arch-nemesis Venom’: CARNAGE’! His deadly rampage is tearing New York City apart! Only wild web-slinging maneuvers, crushing combat moves and Super Hero’ allies can save the city from total obliteration. It’s maximum mayhem! It’s Maximum Carnage’! Paint the town red! Opening 00:00:00 Game Title 00:02:09 New York Street Spiderman 00:04:56 Climb Spiderman 00:09:34 Rooftop Spiderman 00:11:05 Alleyway Spiderman …

00:40 – Start 00:45 – Minor Circuit: Glass Joe 02:34 – Minor Circuit: Von Kaiser 04:00 – Minor Circuit: Piston Honda 06:35 – Major Circuit: Don Flamenco 08:14 – Major Circuit: King Hippo 09:47 – Major Circuit: Great Tiger 15:00 – Major Circuit: Bald Bull 17:39 – World Circuit: Piston Honda 22:39 – World Circuit: Soda Popinksi 27:00 – World Circuit: Bald Bull 31:06 – World Circuit: Don Flamenco 36:25 …

Restore peace and order to your people’s world! Long ago, you and your people built a peaceful land. Since then, your world has been taken over and inhabited by the evil Tanzra and his Guardians. Your once-tranquil land has become a breeding ground for monsters. Injured, you have retreated to your Sky Palace and have fallen into a deep sleep. Now, many years have passed and you have recovered from …

In the last video we learned how Maria not only became the leader of Quark, but just how powerful her power is! With the Vendeeni looming literally overhead, they decide to request the help of Airyglyph and their air dragon’s, to carry the Thunder Arrow into the sky to distract the Vendeeni long enough for our team to escape. This leads them to enlist the help of Albel Knox to …

Unlike our previous play of the remaster on the SNES Allstars edition by Ryan McQuinn, this one is played on the original NES using warps. Mario’s back! Bigger and badder than before! This time it’s a fierce action-packed battle to free the land of Subcon from the curse of the evil Wart. It’s up to you, along with Mario, Luigi, Toad and the Princess, to fight your way through bizarre …

Retro Review: Super Punch-Out!! for the SNES Super Punch-Out!! is a nostalgic knockout in the world of classic gaming, developed by Nintendo’s IRD (Integrated Research & Development) division and released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1994. This title followed the legacy of the original arcade game and the beloved NES predecessor, Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out!! Let’s delve into the intricacies of this classic gem that still packs a …

Finally, we’re down to the last part of our adventure. In the last video Dr. Leingod, Fayt’s beloved father, met his end while saving his son. Our heroes then made their way to Moonbase with the help of Commodore Wittcomb, they learned the true reason they we’re given their powers! Along with the little twist that Sophia was also modified. After then venturing into the Time Gate to face the …

My kids think I am some sort of god now 🥴. #nes #nintendo #kungfu You’ll need lightning fast reactions to knock out the Knife Thrower, stop the Stick Fighter, and trip up the evil Tom Tom Brothers in this action-packed martial arts contest! Are you sure you’re tough enough? Because it’ll take all your strength and skill to master the moves in KUNG FU, beat your opponents, and rescue the …

Mutation Nation is a beat ’em up arcade game that was developed and released by SNK for the Neo Geo Japanese arcade and home systems in 1992 while the English versions were released in 1992. source

King of the Monsters 2 is a 2D wrestling/fighting game with three monsters for players to select. Once the monster selection is completed players must guide their monsters through a series of stages consisting of parts of various famous world cities. Each level consists of a short side-scrolling portion in which the player’s monster must deal with things like attacking tanks and ships. At the end of the side scrolling …