The SNES Podcast

In the longest episode of the SNES Podcast to date, listen to Greg and George make idiots of themselves as they are joined by special guest host Eli to discuss the game that started one of Nintendo's biggest franchises -- Super Mario Kart. We talk about the history and development of the game, the characters and tracks, the powerups, and touch on the other games in the series. Thanks to everyone f...

In this episode Greg and George talk about three classic (and one not so classic!) Mario games from the NES enhanced and ported over to the SNES -- Super Mario All Stars. Featuring re-done versions of Mario 1, 2, and 3 along with the never before seen in the west Japanese version of SMB 2 (named Lost Levels), we debate the pros and cons of this collection and how the classic NES games translate ov...

In this episode Greg and George are joined by Ferg, from the Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast, to discuss one of the unique pinball games for the SNES -- Sueper Pinball: Behind the Mask. This quirky, weird, three table pinball game is a interesting early console pinball game. How did the guys like it and how does it hold up? Tune in to find out! If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, etc...

In this episode Greg and George are joined by Jerry who is sponsoring the podcast right now to talk about one of his favorite SNES games -- the obscure action platformer First Samurai from Kemco. We discuss this game in depth and if it's a hidden gem or a dud. If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please send us a message on FB or to the snespodcast@yahoo.com e-mail account and pl...

In this episode George and Greg discuss George's pick of a RPG that is infamous for being one of the most difficult RPG's and 16bit games of all time -- The 7th Saga from Enix. Listen to them discuss this game, what makes it so hard, and if it's worth playing. Please check out our sponsor at jri-rigg.com and if you have any questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please go to our FB page or send a...

In this episode I am joined by my new co-host, George, as we discuss a obscure FPS game for the SNES, Faceball 200 which has a rich and interesting history. This is a product of it's times but how does it hold up today? Tune in to find out! Any questions, comments, questions etc. can be sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and please check out our sponsor at http://jri-rigg.com/

In this episode Greg is joined by Phil, AKA the No Swear Gamer, host of the YouTube show of the same name and the Atari 7800 Game by Game podcast as they discuss their love of football and the three Tecmo Bowl games that were released on the SNES. Any questions, comments, etc. can be let on the FB page or sent via e-mail to the snespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode Greg and Alessandro discuss the pack in game of the Super Nintendo, the wonderful platformer Super Mario World. The hosts discuss some about the history of pack in games, the other Mario games, and what makes this one so great. Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on the FB page or sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com Thanks for your support!

In this episode Greg is joined by Ferg of the Atari 2600 Game by Game Podcast, once again returning to guest host on the SNES Podcast as they discuss a game about one of Ferg's life long interests -- Batman! They look at the beat-em-up Batman Returns by Konami, based on the movie of the same name. How does this game fare? Tune in to find out! Any comments, suggestions, etc can be sent to thesnespo...

In this episode Greg looks at one of his all time favorite SNES games, the Koei strategy/sim game P.T.O. II which places the player in command of either American or Japanese naval forces in the Pacific during WW2. Find out why he loves this game so much and how the gameplay operates and if you might like it. This is also the first episode with our new sponsor, JRI-RIGG, a full service media center...

In this special episode of the SNES podcast, Alessandro and myself discuss our history of Disney and what we think the three best Disney games for the SNES are, and our reasons for including them. These games can be fun with adults also! Any questions, comments, etc. can be left on the Facebook page or send via e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode Greg, Alessandro, and guest host George discuss one of the best side scrolling shoot-em-up's on the SNES -- Capcom's wonderful port of the arcade game UN Squadron. Listen to them discuss why they love this game and the various planes, weapons, and tactics you can do in this game. Any questions, comments, etc. can be directed to the FB Page or sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode Greg again looks at a port of a classic arcade game onto the SNES, the most popular selling arcade game of all time, Ms. Pac Man! This game was ported to a lot of systems but the SNES version is almost like a sequel, with the options of four difficulty levels, four sets of mazes, speed booster on and off, and either friendly or hostile co-op play. Listen to this episode to find out...

In this episode we discuss one of the more obscure games for the SNES -- Super Valis IV, an action platformer game that came over to the SNES from the Genesis where the earlier titles were published. Be prepared for some sharp splits in how we enjoy this game! What do we think in the end? Listen to find out! Any comments, suggestions, comments, etc. can be sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode Greg and Alesandro are joined by special guest host Andy as we discuss one of the classic and best Japanese RPG's -- Final Fantasy 4. Some of us have played the game since it first came out, and others are playing it for the first time this show. How does the game hold up and why do we love it so much? Tune in to find out! Any comments, questions, suggestions etc. can be sent to th...

In this episode I am joined by Will from the Intelivionaries Podcast to discuss the great Capcom platformer Demon's Crest, part of the Gargoyle Quest series. This is a classic game that is fun and challenging and worth checking out. Any feedback, questions, comments, etc. can be left on the FB page or sent via e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode I am joined by Aaron from Retro Obscura as we discuss a semi-obscure SNES port of three of the best NES games of all time -- the Ninja Gaiden games. Is this collection worth playing over the original games? Tune in to find out! Any feedback, comments, questions, etc. can be sent to our FB page or via e-mail to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this episode I am once again joined by Phil, AKA The No Swear Gamer, as we discuss one of his favorite SNES games, the impressive launch game Pilotwings. Really showing off what the SNES could do with Mode 7 and detailed graphics, this is a unique and fun collection of flying events which starts off nice and easy and then gets super challenging! The episode is capped off by a audio submission f...

In this episode Greg looks at the 'baby's first RPG' of the SNES, Final Fantasy Mystic Quest. The history, gameplay, music, graphics, and conclusion is covered in this podcast. Is this game worth all the hate that it gets? Listen in and find out! I am currently seeking a new co-host due to my former host Alessandro needing to leave due to personal reasons. if you are interested in hosting a episod...

Greg is joined by his new co-host Alessandro as they discuss the 'killer app' for the Super NES, the wonderful port of Street Fighter II. We also have feedback and audio submissions in this episode. Any questions, commenets, etc. can be directed to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and thanks for your support.

Join Greg as he discusses one of his favorite Koei games for the SNES, the adventure/action/rpg/others game Uncharted Waters: New Horizons, where you explore the world and seek to make fame and fortune as one of six playable characters. Any comments, feedback, etc. can be sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

In this special episode of the SNES Podcast, Greg is joined by fellow retrogramer Christian, host of the brand new Atari Lynx Game by Game Podcast, to discuss one of his favorite games for the Super NES -- Smash TV, the over the top arcade action game with over the top violence and humor by famous game designer Eugen Jarvis. We also talk a little bit about the Lynx and his new podcast at the very...

In celebration of its 20 year anniversary, Greg and Alessandro discuss the excellent JRPG, Chrono Trigger. Please leave your feedback on our facebook page or you can email the show at thesnespodcast@yahoo.com Enjoy!

Part 2 of today's double header is on the underrated and very fun Super Conflict, a sequel to Conflict on the NES and a strategy/sim war game that was ahead of it's time. Feedback, comments, suggestions for games, or desire to appear on the podcast can be sent either to the FB page or to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com

Sorry for the delay with this episode! To make up for it, I'm posting TWO episodes today! In this one I discuss the classic racing game F-Zero, the start of a franchise and a really great game. Any feedback, comments, suggestions can be sent to thesnespodcast@yahoo.com and I am also seeking guest hosts to talk about some of their favorite games and suggestions for games to cover.