The SNES Podcast

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe take on another sporting genre that helped convince parents to buy expensive game consoles for kids -- Golf! For a long time the PGA Tour series was the gold standard for golfing games and in this episode we are joined by returning guest host Thrak to discuss the SNES port of the first game in this franchise (which was originally a computer game). T...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe enjoy the end of summer with fishing! We look at two of the US released fishing games in this episode, Bassin's Black Bass and Super Black Bass. We cover the games and how they compare and if they are worth playing today if you enjoy fishing games. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as...

In this episode Greg and Joe are joined by guest host thebarberwhogames to discuss one of the most unique games on the SNES. S.O.S. is a action/platform/adventure game by Human Entertainment where you have to rescue people and escape a sinking ship. We discuss what makes this game quirky and unique and how it holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to th...

In this episode Greg and Joe discuss another Lucasarts made SNES game, Metal Warriors! The last game Lucasarts made for the system, this late SNES release only got a small print of 50,000 copies from publisher Konami, and therefore is one of the most expensive games to buy. Which is a shame as it's fun side scrolling platforming/action game where you drive around in a mech. We discuss the game in...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe are joined by returning guest host (and Mega Man X lover) Khodhum as we talk about the last MM X game on the SNES -- X3. We debate how the game differs from the previous ones, how it holds up compared to the 32 Bit versions, and the overall ranking of the game in the series. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thes...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast, Greg and Joe cover another Japanese only game -- Torneko no Daiboken! Translated to English meaning Torneko's Great Adventure, this is the first entry in the still running Mystery Dungeon franchise and has you playing Torneko, one of the main characters from Dragon Quest 4, as he explores a dungeon to earn money to found his own shop. We discuss the game and ho...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe are joined by guest host Thrak as we discuss one of several Pro Wrestling games that was Japanese only -- Fire Pro Wrestling! A long running franchise which has a small passionate fan base, we discuss how this entry plays and if it's worth playing today. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com ...

In this episode Joe and Greg look at the game with perhaps the coolest SNES Box artwork -- Robocop vs Terminator! A video game spin off of the popular comic book series, we discuss how this game differs from the Genesis version (there's quite a lot of changes for once!), how faithful the game is to the source materials, and how i holds up today. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB p...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe are joined by special guest host Pizza Dinosaur as we talk about the ports of the Fatal Fury arcade games! The SNES got ports of Fatal Fury and Fatal Fury 2 along with an enhanced version of the second game known as Fatal Fury Special. We discuss the games and how well the ports were handled from the powerful arcade SNK hardware to the less powerful...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Joe and Greg look at the platformer Congo's Caper! Either a sequel or a spinoff of Joe and Mac (depending on what country your in), we explore how this game both feels like and does not feel like the past game, as well as how it holds up today. As always thanks for listening! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@y...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe are joined by Kris from Stone Age Gamer (and our podcast host) as we discuss one of his favorite games, Cool Spot! Another one of the mascot themed games from the 90's we explore what makes this one different. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SN...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe finish up our basketball spring coverage with a look at the underrated Looney Tunes B-Ball! Play two on two basketball with your favorite Looney Tunes characters in this surprisingly good title. We discuss the game and why it's so fun to play. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as alwa...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe look at one of the first sports games for the SNES -- Bill Laimbeer's Combat Basketball! A port of a computer game, in this near future game you coach an enhanced team of players where there are few rules. How does the game play and hold up today? Tune in to find out! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodc...

In this episode Greg and Joe are joined by returning guest host No Swear Gamer (NSG) to discuss another basketball game -- NCAA Basketball! In celebration of March Madness going on right now, we present to you our thoughts on this ground breaking SNES Basketball game with 3D spin around of the court thanks to Mode 7 graphics. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to t...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Joe is joined by return guest host and huge Mega Man X fan Khodhum to discuss the sequel to the very successful game Mega Man X2! They discuss how the game is even better then the original and how it holds up today. As always thanks for listening! NOTE: Due to a technical problem Greg's side of the audio was lost so it's just two hosts for this episode. Any ques...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe celebrate the recently finished Winter Olympics 2026 with the one Winter Olympics game that came out for the SNES (and other systems), based off the Winter Olympics 94. You play 10 mini games based off real Olympic events complete with opening and closing ceremonies. We discuss the overall package and how well it plays. Any questions, comments, etc...

In this episode Greg and Joe look at a Mortal Kombat-ish fighting game, Weaponlord! Published by Namco and seen as the predecessor to the Soul Caliber games, this brutal game allows you to hack off parts of your enemy as you advance through comic book style battles and setting. We discuss the history and features of this game and how it holds up. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast, Greg and Joe welcome in 2026 with a look at another 'me to' fighting game clone from the early 90's -- Doomsday Warrior! We discuss the game and how it works, and if it's worth playing today. As always thanks for listening! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The...

In this episode, Greg and Joe cover the first game of 2026 with a obscure shooter! A top down shooter made by Compile (the same company behind such classics as The Guardian Legend), this overlooked shooter was a blast to play. We discuss the game and why it worked for us, and the history and pricing of this rare game. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespo...

Hope everyone had a good holidays! In this episode Greg and Joe again look back at the games we covered in 2025. Listen to the good, bad, and ugly and what really made an impression on us. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and as always thanks for your support! The SNES Podcast is proud to be part of the Geekade network! Please check ou...

In this episode Greg and Joe cover a 'different' wrestling game -- WCW SuperBrawl Wrestling! WCW was the rival league to the WWF that operated in the 90's before being bought and merged into the WWF. We cover the only WCW game on the SNES as we discuss some history of wrestling leagues and how this game plays, and how it compares to the other SNES wrestling games. Any questions, comments, etc can...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe celebrate hockey season by talking about one of the most loved sports video games of all time -- NHL 94! Released several years after the NHL franchise started, this game blends arcade style gameplay with sim management, creating what many consider a perfect balance for anyone to pick up and play. We talk about the game and why it's considered a cla...

In this episode Greg and Joe look at one of the video game adaptations of the popular puzzle cartoon, Where's Waldo? Although not as popular as it used to be today, it was a huge success in the 90's and 00's and inspired spin off's such as a comic strip, cartoon, and video games. We discuss the game and how it plays and how it handles it's Where's Waldo theming and gameplay. Any questions, comment...

In this special episode Greg and Joe are joined by returning guest host Sean to discuss one of his favorite SNES games -- Mega Man X! A bold attempt to inject new life into a franchise getting long in the tooth, this game is a classic and we discuss why this is, how the game holds up, and other MM X related topics. Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to thesnespodca...

In this episode of the SNES Podcast Greg and Joe cover a obscure game for the system that neither of us had heard of or played before -- Warlock! A platformer game with some Prince of Persia elements based on two horror movies of the same name, does this game buck the trend of 'bad movies make bad games'? Tune in to find out! Any questions, comments, etc can be left on our FB page or e-mailed to t...