When a PC game is ported to the NES, it's not always pretty.  Luckily, Maniac Mansion for the NES is pretty awesome!  We cover the game-play mechanics, SCUMM system, and the surprisingly deep history in Pt 1

Episode 263: Maniac Mansion pt1

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This is it! Dale and Nick avenge the death of Michael and stop the nefarious plans of the evil Thon! After saving 2050 Seattle, we then review the game and compare it with it's SNES counterpart! Is it wiz? Tune in and find out, chum!

308: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 4

The coverage of Shadowrun on Sega Genesis continues! This week Dale & Nick delve into the mysterious world of magic, then take a look at the shadowrunners available in 2050 Seattle. Then, it's back to business as we investigate Renraku's involvement in Michael's death.

307: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 3

This week, Dale and Nick hit the streets of 2050 Seattle to solve a murder! We chat for a bit about the matrix (not the film) and the manual before grabbing our passports and returning to our level by level coverage of Shadowrun for the Sega Genesis!

306: Shadowrun (Genesis) Pt 2

At long last, Dale and Nick return to Seattle! It's time to take a look at Shadowrun on the Sega Genesis. We discuss the many differences between it and it's SNES counterpart and spend some time delving into the many character building options. So grab your cyberdeck and listen in!

305: Shadowrun pt. 1 (Genesis)

This week, the Cartridge Commandos venture to the besieged world of Atomica to help against the Nukies! We tackle Atomic Punk for the Gameboy, a game in the Bomberman family. Does it live up to it's pedigree? Can it bring bombing fun to a portable system? How punk rock is this game? Tune in and find out!

Episode 263: Maniac Mansion pt1

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