Nintendo Power Time Podcast - A Nintendo Retrospective For Gamers Of All Ages

In Nintendo Power Volume #9, the November/December 1989 issue, we’re ending the 80s with block party, celebrating the release of Tetris for the Nintendo Entertainment System.…Read MoreTetris – Nintendo Power Volume 9 (Nov/Dec 1989)

A woo hoo! In Volume #8 of Nintendo Power, the September/October 1989 issue, we're going on a treasure hunt with the iconic mallard Scrooge McDuck in DuckTales, a masterful title from Disney and Capcom. Not only will we get a good glimpse of the game and a hefty dose of strategy and tactics, but we'll also look at a few other 1989 classics, like Dragon Warrior, Roger Rabbit, and Fester's Quest. There's also a nice section in this issue formally debuting a little thing called GameBoy. Check it out!

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Power up! In Volume #7, the July/August 1989 issue of Nintendo Power, we're taking a close look and listen at one of the most prolific NES titles– Mega Man II! The Blue Bomber returns to the 8-bit console with a vengeance. He's out to foil Dr. Wily's plans, and Nintendo Power is here to help with tips and tricks, directly from the pros! We'll cover Mega Man II, listen to covers of some of the iconic tunes from the soundtrack, and much more.

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Party time, dude! In Volume #6, the May/June 1989 issue of Nintendo Power, we're gonna heat up some pizza, rev up the party wagon, and yell "Cowabunga," 'cause it's TMNT time! One of the top games of the generation, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles capitalized on an emerging franchise, but unlike most cash grabs, it left a lasting mark and created a remarkable experience. We'll cover Nintendo Power's initial coverage of TMNT, and much more.

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Flash back to 1989! In Volume #5, the March/April 1989 issue of Nintendo Power, we sharpen our Dragon Sword and slice into Tecmo's classic adventure, Ninja Gaiden. But that's not all, this issue is loaded with fiery hot previews from CES 1989, like TMNT, Strider, Bayou Billy, and more.

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Welcome to 1989! In Volume #4, the January/February 1989 issue of Nintendo Power, we get our first true look at Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, along with a few other classics, like Marble Madness, Metal Gear, and Wrestlemania. Sure, I rocked a rat-tail and a rad-dude toddler-mullet back in 1989, but man, what a time to be alive!

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We're going for the gold! Nintendo is racing towards to holidays in the November / December 1988 issue of Nintendo Power. We take a look at some of the hottest accessories and gear to hit the shelves. We'll also dig into some popular titles, like Track & Field II, Mickey Mousecapade, Blaster Master, popular RPGs, and much more.

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Oh, the horror! Check out one of the most terrifying titles (and covers) that Nintendo had to offer in the September / October 1988 issue of Nintendo Power. We dig into some true classics, like Simon's Quest, Life Force, Bionic Commando, and more.

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This is it. The big Kahuna burger. It's the very first issue of Nintendo Power, and the true start of our journey through the history of Nintendo by way of Nintendo Power magazine.

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Welcome Power Players to this special introductory episode to the Power Time Podcast. I'm going on a journey through the history of Nintendo, one issue of Nintendo Power Magazine at a time. I hope you'll join me.

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