Terrible Gamers Podcast

Ep. 53 – Battle of the Consoles! Kicking Off Season 3 with the Ultimate 16-Console Bracket

Season 3 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast is here, and we’re starting with a bang! In Episode 53, Kevin and Kyle dive headfirst into the ultimate retro gaming showdown: a 16-console bracket to determine which console truly reigns supreme. From the NES to the PlayStation 2, the Sega Genesis to the Nintendo Switch, we’re debating graphics, gameplay, library, and pure nostalgia points—and yes, things get heated.

Expect a mix of serious analysis, ridiculous opinions, and a few nostalgic stories that might make you laugh, groan, or shake your head in disbelief. Whether you grew up blowing into cartridges, smashing arcade joysticks, or just love retro chaos, this episode is the perfect kickoff to Season 3.

We also want you, the viewers, to get involved—agree, disagree, and maybe even start plotting your own “best console of all time” bracket. Your nostalgia might just clash with ours, and that’s exactly the point.

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Vs. 40 – Console Gauntlet! NES vs SNES vs Genesis vs N64

In this explosive Versus Challenge, Kevin and Kyle face off in the ultimate retro showdown: pick just 3 must-have games from 4 legendary consoles—NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and Nintendo 64. But here's the catch... they can only pick games from 3 of the 4 systems! One classic console gets left behind. Which retro library gets sacrificed? Which iconic games make the cut?

This episode is a retro gamer’s dream, full of heated debate, nostalgic picks, and tough decisions. From side-scrolling brawlers and 8-bit platformers to 16-bit RPGs and 64-bit multiplayer madness, this is a console clash you don’t want to miss.

Whether you're team Nintendo, a Genesis kid, or just love talking classic video games, this episode will hit your nostalgia buttons hard. Who made the better picks? Which system would you drop? Let us know in the comments!

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We made it—52 episodes in the books! In Episode 52 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle look back on two years of retro gaming chaos, awkward button mashing, wild podcast moments, and some of the worst (and best!) games we've ever played.

This Year 2 recap episode is packed with reflection, laughs, and a walk down memory lane as we revisit our favorite episodes, debates, and gameplay moments from the past 12 months. From battling in Versus Challenges to side quests through forgotten classics, we talk about what surprised us, what made us rage quit, and which games still have us scratching our heads.

Whether you’ve been with us from the start or just jumped into the retro gaming madness, this episode is a great way to catch up on the highlights of our second year. Expect NES nostalgia, arcade antics, Sega sidebars, and plenty of the trademark chaos that makes The Terrible Gamers Podcast what it is.

🎮 Thanks for supporting us through two full seasons!

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As we gear up for the Year 2 Finale of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle throw down in a special versus challenge—but this time, it’s personal. In Vs. 39, each host picks their favorite retro game or podcast episode from the past year to battle it out for bragging rights heading into the big recap episode next week!

Whether it was an epic boss fight, an unforgettable side quest, or just pure podcast chaos, we look back on some of the best moments from Year 2—and argue (of course) about which one deserves the spotlight. Expect deep cuts, nostalgic callbacks, and just enough trash talk to make it a classic Terrible Gamers showdown.

This episode is a perfect entry point for new fans and a fun walk down memory lane for longtime listeners. Whether you're here for the retro video games, the friendly competition, or just our patented brand of gaming nonsense, you won’t want to miss this one.

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Ep. 51 – Summer of Arcade: Digging In with Dig Dug & Flipping Out with BurgerTime!

Get ready for another nostalgia-fueled episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast as Kevin and Kyle return with Episode 51 of our Summer of Arcade series! This week, we dig into two quirky but legendary arcade classics: Dig Dug and BurgerTime.

First up is Dig Dug, the underground action game where inflating your enemies is not just a strategy—it’s the whole point! Watch as Kevin and Kyle navigate tunnels, dodge Pookas and Fygars, and pump their way to victory. Then, things heat up with BurgerTime, the bizarre platformer where your only defense is a good slice of lettuce and a falling hamburger patty. Drop ingredients, stomp hot dogs, and try not to get pickled in this fast-paced culinary showdown.

We break down the gameplay, strategy, retro charm, and why these games still have a loyal fanbase decades later. Whether you grew up in the arcade or just love retro chaos, this episode is for you!

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Vs. 38 – BurgerTime vs. Dig Dug: Which Kill Method Is King?

In this deliciously destructive episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle dive into the pixelated chaos of two arcade legends—BurgerTime and Dig Dug—to answer one burning question: which kill method is better? Is it more satisfying to squash your enemies under falling burger ingredients, or to pump them full of air until they explode underground?

In Vs. 38, our retro gaming duo goes head-to-head in a classic versus challenge, each defending their favorite arcade method of pixelated extermination. Expect passionate (and ridiculous) arguments, nostalgic flashbacks, and lots of love for two of the most charmingly bizarre arcade games of the ‘80s.

Whether you're a fan of arcade classics, a retro collector, or someone who just loves creative video game debates, this episode is for you. Plus, we’re setting up for our upcoming full episode, where both Dig Dug and BurgerTime will face off in even more depth!

🎮 Cast your vote in the comments: Team Burger Stomp or Team Air Pump?

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Ep. 50 – Summer of Arcade: Asteroids vs. Missile Command Mayhem!

It’s the big 5-0! In Episode 50 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle are back at it with another blast from the golden age of gaming as our Summer of Arcade continues! This week, we're diving deep into two legendary Atari arcade classics—Asteroids and Missile Command.

Join us as we fire up the vector graphics and test our skills against endless waves of flying rocks and nuclear annihilation. From hyperspace jumps in Asteroids to frantically defending cities in Missile Command, we talk strategy, high scores, game design, and the cultural legacy of these iconic titles. Which one still holds up today? Which one made us rage quit? And more importantly, which one would YOU rather play?

If you're a fan of retro arcade games, classic Atari titles, or just love watching friends argue about which game is better, this episode is for you. Expect fun, chaos, and some truly terrible takes—because that’s how we do it on The Terrible Gamers Podcast.

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Vs. 37 – Asteroids vs. Missile Command: The Retro Movie Pitch Battle!

This week on The Terrible Gamers Podcast, we’re mixing things up with a Versus Challenge like no other. In Vs. 37, hosts Kevin and Kyle aren’t just debating which retro arcade game is better—they’re battling it out by pitching full-blown Hollywood movie adaptations of the Atari arcade classics Asteroids and Missile Command!

In this special edition of our Summer of Arcade series, we each take a legendary game and turn it into an epic cinematic adventure. Will Kevin’s take on Asteroids become the next interstellar blockbuster? Or will Kyle’s apocalyptic vision of Missile Command steal the spotlight with explosions, drama, and pixel-perfect action?

If you love classic Atari games, arcade nostalgia, or just want to hear two retro gamers come up with the most ridiculous, over-the-top movie plots ever inspired by 8-bit gameplay, you’re going to love this one.

🎮 Let us know in the comments—whose movie pitch would you greenlight?

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Ep. 49 – Summer of Arcade: Blasting Through Galaga & Space Invaders!

Get ready, retro fans—The Terrible Gamers Podcast is back with Episode 49, continuing our Summer of Arcade series! This week, Kevin and Kyle dive into two of the most iconic and legendary arcade games of all time: Space Invaders and Galaga.

Join us as we fire up the classic cabinets (virtually, of course) and revisit these alien-blasting, high-score-chasing masterpieces. We talk gameplay mechanics, the evolution of the shoot ’em up genre, why Galaga’s power-up system was way ahead of its time, and how Space Invaders laid the foundation for the golden age of arcades.

Whether you're an old-school arcade junkie, a retro game collector, or just love hearing passionate banter about pixelated perfection, this episode is a must-watch. We even toss in some hilarious commentary, gaming memories, and a few terrible opinions along the way—classic Terrible Gamers style.

👾 Which side are you on: Team Galaga or Team Space Invaders? Drop your vote in the comments!

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Vs. 36 – Galaga vs. Space Invaders: Kicking Off Our Summer of Arcade!

The Terrible Gamers Podcast is officially launching our Summer of Arcade, and what better way to kick it off than with a retro battle for the ages—Galaga vs. Space Invaders! In Vs. 36, your hosts Kevin and Kyle go head-to-head in a heated debate over which classic arcade shooter deserves the crown.

Is Galaga the king of fast-paced, skill-based space battles? Or does Space Invaders, the godfather of arcade games, still hold the high score in retro gaming history? We break down everything from gameplay mechanics to nostalgia, sound design to legacy, and even which game is more fun to revisit today.

Whether you grew up in the arcades of the '80s or just love classic shoot-'em-ups, this retro video game podcast episode is packed with gaming nostalgia, funny takes, and passionate opinions. It’s the perfect way to dive into our season-long celebration of classic arcade greatness.

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