Episode #3 - Sonic vs. Mario. It’s one of the greatest rivalries in all of video game history. One put the Sega Genesis on the map, while the other made the name “Nintendo” synonymous with gaming. Even today, these two are still battling it out at the box office. To this very day, gamers continue to argue about which is best – Super Mario World or Sonic the Hedgehog. It’s a battle that has been raging for 33 years, and will probably go another 33. But what did the critics say in 1991? Was it this back-and-forth, or was there a clear winner in this 16-bit showdown? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Computer & Video Games, Mean Machines, GamePro and more classic magazines that reviewed both of these side-scrolling platformers. Today we’re going to see where the critics landed and maybe even settle this debate once and for all. This is Magazine Match-Up!

Episode #209 - In an attempt to cover every single game available on the Nintendo Switch Online, we’ve created a new page devoted exclusively to games that received zero English-language reviews. Sometimes it’s because the game came out before magazines were issuing reviews, while other times it’s because the game was a Japanese-exclusive until just recently. We’re going to recap and explain the situation for each of the review-less games in this brand-new episode. If you don’t see the game you’re looking for in the normal Review Crew episodes, then chances are good that it’s here.

Episode #206 - No, you aren’t imagining things, it really has been more than a month since Nintendo announced a classic game for their online service. While we wait for their next announcement, it’s time to once again take a look at the last few Nintendo Entertainment System games that still need to be given the Review Crew treatment. These include 8-bit gems like Metroid, Blaster Master, Wrecking Crew and the original Mario Bros. Sure, all of these games hit the Nintendo Switch Online service years ago, but I still need to ask: Are any of these games worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Nintendo Magazine System, Computer & Video Games and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when these games first came out. Get ready to kick some turtles and lay some pipe, because it’s time for another exciting episode of Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #199 - Will Nintendo announce the much-anticipated Switch Online release of Golden Sun this week? Maybe, but I won’t know, because I’m currently on vacation at the beach. Instead of predicting what Nintendo will do, it’s time to finally wrap up the Super NES library with the final three games that have not gotten the Review Crew treatment. I’m specifically talking about Smash Tennis, Mario’s Super Picross and Panel de Pon, which you may also know as Tetris Attack. Sure, these games hit the subscription service years ago, but I still need to ask: Are any of these games worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Super Play, Computer & Video Games and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when these games first came out. So grab your thinking cap and get ready to deal with falling blocks, because it’s time for another puzzling episode of Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #190 - 27-years after first hitting the Super NES, Super Mario RPG is back and ready to get a brand-new facelift on the Nintendo Switch. With the remake coming out on Friday, I was curious what critics thought of this unlikely mash-up back when it first came out in 1996. Was this the role-playing event of the year or a massive misstep from two industry giants? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Next Generation, Game Fan and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when Super Mario RPG was first released. It may not be part of an online subscription service, but this is a Super Mario-enhanced episode of Nintendo Switch Review Crew.

Episode #189 - After two straight weeks of exciting releases, Nintendo decided to take this week off when it comes to porting classic games to their online service. That sucks, but don’t worry, we still have plenty of 8- and 16-bit games in desperate need of the Review Crew treatment. I’m talking about genuine classics like Super Mario Kart, Super Mario All-Stars and Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island. Sure, these games came out years ago on the Nintendo Switch Online service, but I still need to ask: Are any of these games worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, GamePro, Die Hard Game Fan and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when these games first came out. So grab a turtle shell and get ready to be upgraded to 16-bits, because this is another Super Mario centric episode of the Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #179 - This week, Nintendo announced a 99-player version of F-Zero that you can download right now. That’s cool, but you know what they did not announce? That’s right, this is another week with no new classic Nintendo Switch Online games. Thankfully, we still have a lot of 8- and 16-bit games to cover in the review crew, including the three games we’re to talk about today – Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Bros. 3. There’s no question that these three games are genuine hits, but are they worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, The Games Machine, Computer & Video Games and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when these games first came out. So, go and make sure you’re stocked up on mushrooms and have that tanooki suit ready, because this is another high-flying episode of Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew!

Episode #173 - Zero. That’s how many classic games were released this week on the Nintendo Switch Online service. Not a single one. Thankfully, we still have a few dozen old school games to get to in this Review Crew series, so today we’re going to cover three classic games we previously missed. This week we’re looking at three Super NES launch-day classics, including F-Zero, Super Mario World and Pilotwings. Those are definitely well-known games, but are any of them worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Super Play, Computer + Video Games and more classic magazines to see what the critics said back when these games first came out. I sure hope you’re not afraid of heights, because this is another high-flying episode of Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #162 - Pop quiz, hotshot: You’re Nintendo and you realize that you haven’t released a classic game on your Nintendo Switch Online service in more than a month, but you don’t want to take any attention away from your hot new Zelda game. What do you do? Apparently, the answer is to dump a bunch of Super Mario Advance games on the service, all of which are ports of games previously available on the Switch. On May 26th, we’ll be getting three more Super Mario Advance games, including ports of Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario World and Yoshi’s Island. That’s cool, I guess, but are any of these games worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, GamePro, Nintendo Power and more classic magazines to see what the critics said about these games when they first came out. So, go and grab a cape and a box full of vegetables, because this is another super-sized episode of the Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #42 - Lorne Riseley is back with another week full of gaming goodies. That’s right, the Defunct Games Newsman is at it again, this time unearthing stories about a Suicide Squad delay, an ancient Mario Kart cheat and even Skyrim skeletons. This was a week filled with weird leaks coming from unexpected places, plus an Eve Online heist that you need to hear about. All that and a MineCraft cookbook can be yours when you watch this episode of 10 Things We Learned This Week!

Episode #33 - What we’re going to do is countdown the best and worst Mario games using Electronic Gaming Monthly’s own words and scores. There’s no editorializing here, we’re going to focus on what the critics said back when these games first came out. So, change into your tanooki suit and rev up your go-kart, because you’re going to warp into another super-sized episode of Electronic Gaming Monthly’s Top 70 Super Mario Games. This might take a while.

Rise of Fox Hero has all the ingredients to be an adorable 3D platformer that is good for gamers of all ages. By mixing elements from The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros., this budget title had a lot of potential to create something unique and creative. Unfortunately, the developers squandered that potential by creating a painfully generic action game that lacks personality, deep gameplay, compelling boss battles and, worst of all, a story. I don’t want imply that very little thought went into making this 3D platformer, but the best name they could come up with was “Fox Hero.” That decision speaks volumes.

Episode #152 - Have you heard? Nintendo finally added Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance games to their Nintendo Switch Online subscription plans. We’ve already covered the GBA games and will be looking at the Color offerings tomorrow, which means today is all about the original, black and white Game Boy. Right now, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can download five old school Game Boy titles, including Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby’s Dream Land, Gargoyle’s Quest, Metroid II: Return of Samus and, of course, Tetris. That’s a solid line-up, but are any of these games actually worth playing? To answer that question, I decided to flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, GamePro, Computer & Video Games and more classic magazines to see what the critics said about these games when they first came out. I think it’s fair to say that now you’re playing with power, because this is a Game Boy-filled episode of the Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #151 - After what feels like years of leaks and rumors, the day is finally here – Nintendo has officially added Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance games to their Nintendo Switch Online subscription service. We’re going to be looking at all of the Game Boy games added this week in the coming days, but first it’s time for the Game Boy Advance. If you’re an Expansion Pack member, then you have access to six classic GBA games, including Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Kuru Kuru Kuruin, Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgames, Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 and The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap. That’s a cool line-up, but are any of these games actually worth playing? To answer that question, I flipped through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, GBA World, Game Informer and more classic magazines to see what the critics said when these games first came out. I sure hope you’re sitting next to a lamp, because this is a Game Boy Advance centric episode of the Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #9 - What do the games Duke Nukem 3D, Street Fighter Alpha 2 and Twisted Metal have in common? These three amazing games were all reviewed back in 1996, but they were NOT that year’s best games. At least, not according to NEXT Generation magazine, who gave all three of these all-time classics four stars out of five. As crazy as it sounds, NEXT Generation gave 26 different games a higher score than Magic Carpet 2. I’m talking about the perfect five-star rating, and today we’re going to go through all of these reviews to see what makes them worthy of this coveted prize. This is NEXT Generation’s Five-Star Reviews, and these are the 26 best games of 1996.

Episode #48 - Over the last few years, we've looked at Electronic Gaming Monthly's reviews from just about every way possible. We've counted down the best and worst-reviewed going year by year, we've listed every Game of the Month winner, we've gone over every single launch game, we've turned their award show into an Oscar-style telecast and we've even dedicated full episodes to classic franchises like Castlevania and Metroid. But for as exhaustive as we've been, there are two issues that we have yet to talk about. The first is the 1989 Buyer's Guide, which launched February 1989, only three months before the second magazine we're going to talk about today, Electronic Gaming Monthly's very first issue.

Episode #47 - And we're back with the second half of our Electronic Gaming Monthly's Game of the Month series. Last week, we took an exhaustive look at every Game of the Month prize given out by EGM in the 1990s, and now we're back to do the same thing in the 2000s. We'll be looking at issues 126 through 236, which was the final issue before the magazine was killed in 2009. Join me for a video full of surprises, as well as a few trends that I have a hunch will drive you right up the wall. Watch as we go through every Electronic Gaming Monthly Game of the Month winner from the 2000s.

Episode #124 - If you were hoping for a flood of great Nintendo 64 games after the launch of the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack, then chances are good that you've been incredibly disappointed. That flood is more like a steady drip of titles, with just about one coming out each month. Today we were given the much-anticipated Banjo-Kazooie, and prior to that it was Paper Mario in December. Today we're going flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Next Generation, GamePro and more old school magazines to see what critics said when these two N64 classics were first released. Join me for a frustratingly brief episode of Nintendo Switch Online Review Crew.

Episode #12 - At long last, it's time to say goodbye to 2021 with the series finale of Super Play's Top 600, the only show on YouTube committed to counting down every single review published in Super Play magazine in the 1990s. We're down to the heavy hitters, with only one game coming away with the top prize. Will it be Contra III? ActRaiser? Spectre? Mortal Kombat III? Super Bomberman? Super Castlevania IV? Flashback? Super Mario Kart? Street Fighter II? Final Fantasy III? Pilotwings? Or maybe one of the many football games that Super Play loved so much? Find out now when you experience the final episode of Super Play's Top 600!

Episode #9 - Lorne has seized control in the newest episode of Super Play's Top 600, the only show on YouTube committed to counting down every single review published in Super Play magazine in the 1990s. With Lorne in control, the new host will discuss the virtues of the Battletoads, Joe & Mac 2, Breath of Fire, Demon's Crest, Mega Man X2, Super Mario RPG, Mortal Kombat, Secret of Evermore, Donkey Kong Country 2 and a whole bunch of platformers based on Disney cartoons. You won't want to miss this brand-new episode as we look at Super Play's top 200 - 151.

Episode #8 - Things are definitely heating up in this shocking episode of Super Play's Top 600, the only show on YouTube committed to counting down every single review published in Super Play magazine in the 1990s. Today's episode is filled with HUGE names. How huge? I'm talking about Bubsy the Bobcat, Super Return of the Jedi, Lufia, Wolfenstein 3D, Cotton, Castlevania, Mega Man 7, College Slam, Lawnmower Man and not one, but two James Pond games. We're finally starting to look at the games the critics actually recommended in this brand-new episode of Super Play's Top 600!

Episode #6 - We're halfway through Super Play's Top 600, the only show on YouTube committed to counting down every single review published in Super Play magazine in the 1990s. This is a huge episode filled with Yoshi, ActRaiser, The Jetsons, Pac-Man, Mario, Mega Man X, Trolls, Asterix, Ranma 1/2, Biker Mice from Mars and both Joe and Mac. You'll also find even more overhead racing games and poorly-reviewed cartridges based on movie licenses. All this and more can be found in the sixth episode of Super Play's Top 600!

Episode #3 - Defunct Games is three episodes into Super Play's Top 600, the only show on YouTube committed to counting down every single review published in Super Play magazine in the 1990s. This is a packed episode, complete with dubious Japanese imports, questionable movie licenses, bad puzzle games, lots of baseball crap, a trip to Mordor, paint apps and a lot of middling Capcom beat 'em ups. All this and more can be found in the newest episode of Super Play's Top 600!

Episode #120 - After months of rumors and speculation, Nintendo 64 games are finally coming to the Switch. That's right, N64 games will launch this week on the Nintendo Switch Online service thanks to an overpriced expansion pack. This will give you access to nine Nintendo 64 games and twelve Genesis titles at launch, with more on the way. I'm talking about legitimate classics like Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, StarFox 64, Mario Tennis and even Sin & Punishment. To help celebrate the release of Nintendo's expansion pack, we're going to see what the critics said about these N64 games back when they first came out. Join me as I flip through the pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Next Generation, GamePro, 64 Extreme and other classic magazines to see what they had to say about the Nintendo 64.

Episode #35 - Join Lorne Riseley in this brand-new episode of 10 Things We Learned This Week, the fastest news show on the internet. He'll be bringing his gaming goodness to a whole bunch of off-the-wall news stories, including a God of War 2 delay, Borderlands movie update, hidden Easter egg in Mass Effect, Nintendo's lawsuit, E3 awards show Red Dead Online glitches and an even longer version of the award-winning Super Mario Bros. film. Oh, and we also talk about a $100K chicken McNugget. Yeah, it's that kind of week. All that and a Cyberpunk 2077 update can be yours when you tune into a fun, new episode of 10 Things We Learned This Week, covering May 31 - June 6!

Episode #39 - The year is 2008 and Iron Man is here to kickstart the biggest cinematic universe in movie history. This was also the year when Portishead finally released a new album, Blu-ray won the format wars and Breaking Bad forever changed the way we looked at Malcolm in the Middle's goofy father. But we're not here to cook Sky Blue in an old shot-up RV, because today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's Best Reviewed Games of 2008 and 2009. I am the one who knocks!

Episode #35 - The year is 2006 and Daniel Craig just completed his first assignment as Bond, James Bond. This was also the year when we got new consoles from both Sony and Nintendo, Justin Timberlake brought SexyBack, and The IT Crowd showed up to work for the very first time. But we're not here to tell you to try turning it off and on again, because today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's Best Reviewed Games of 2006. I came here to drink milk and kick ass, and I've just finished my milk.

Episode #45 - In today's episode, we've finally made it to the final five consoles that EGM had the honor of covering. This not only includes the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii, but also the Nintendo DS and PlayStation Portable. We're going to see if anything can top the Nintendo 64 as the best-reviewed launch line-up of all time.

Episode #44 - With the rise of gaming out of the way, it's finally time to start talking about the industry going mainstream. This was the exact moment when everybody started to realize that gaming wasn't some niche hobby, but rather a multi-billion-dollar business that rivaled movies, music and television. And with the internet powering online gaming, nobody knew how big this thing could get. As a result, you started to see companies like Sony, Microsoft and even Nintendo take each launch a lot more seriously. Gone are the days of four or five launch games, because the Dreamcast, Xbox, PlayStation 2 and GameCube all launched with between 15 and 30 games each. We've definitely entered a new level for gaming.

Episode #43 - In today's episode, we're going to continue our trek through the 1990s by talking about the launch of both the Sega CD and Sega 32X. This will lead into the Atari Jaguar and Virtual Boy, followed by the three biggest consoles of the mid-1990s. I'm of course talking about the Sony PlayStation, Sega Saturn and Nintendo 64. We're going to talk about one of the greatest launch games of all time, as well as the most disastrous system debut of the entire series.

Episode #42 - With the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X hitting stores this week, I bet you're wondering how these launches will compare to some of the great system debuts of all time. Will they hit as hard as the Dreamcast? Will they have a killer app as good as the Nintendo 64? Or will they fumble out of the gate like the Saturn? These are all good questions. And in order to find the answers, I'm going to embark on a four-episode journey where we analyze console launches throughout history, all through the eyes of one of my favorite video game magazines -- Electronic Gaming Monthly.

For this series, we're going to talk about the history and importance of each launch, all while seeing what the EGM review crew had to say about the system's earliest games. This is going to be an epic and comprehensive journey that will takes us through nearly two dozen consoles and hundreds of launch games. We're going to start with the 16-bit consoles of the late 1980s and early 90s, work our way through the 32-bit war, check in with a bunch of PlayStation sequels, as well as couple Xboxes and then eventually end with the Wii. Oh, and don't forget about all those handhelds. EGM covered a total of 23 different consoles, and we're going to look at each and every one of them.

Episode #10 - If it's Sunday, it's Defunct Games News. Join host Lorne Riseley as he uncovers Nintendo's massive gigaleak, featuring must-hear information about all of your favorite old school games. This week's other stories include news of a Hideo Kojima horror game, the world's most versatile portable, the Monster Hunter movie and ... an unofficial Legend of Zelda game?? Better play it before Nintendo finds out. All this and more can be yours in this informative new episode of Defunct Games News!

Episode #42 - This weekend brings us the 92nd Academy Awards, and while I'm not a huge fan of awards shows, I have to admit that I genuinely love the Oscars. Sure, they make a lot of boneheaded decisions and the hosts are sometimes disappointing, but I grew up watching them and still look forward to see what happens. One thing I've always wanted to do is vote at the Oscars, but seeing as I've never made a movie, worked in Hollywood or been nominated for any awards, it seems my chances are pretty slim. With that dream squashed, I figured I would do the next best thing -- vote for the GamePro Reader's Choice Awards.

Okay, so maybe that's not the next best thing, but it's exactly what I'm going to do today. I've pulled out this ballot from the November 1992 issue of GamePro magazine that wanted me to vote on the best games of the year. I didn't do it back in the day, but it's better late than never, right? Join me as I go through all eleven categories and pick the absolute best games of 1992.

Episode #27 - The year is 2002 and Spider-Man just became the first movie to gross $100 million in a single weekend. This was also the year when Kelly Clarkson won the very first American Idol, Ben Affleck was named the sexiest man alive and life suddenly got 'Complicated' for Avril Lavigne. But we're not here to fall and crawl and break and take what I get, because today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's best reviewed games of 2002. Uh huh, uh huh, that's the way it is.

Featuring: Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance, Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, Halo, Final Fantasy X, Metal Gear Solid 2, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs, Super Mario Sunshine, Super Smash Bros. Melee and Virtua Fighter 4.

Serious Scramblers offers a solid concept with a lot of action-packed potential. Unfortunately, the developer doesn't do enough to keep the simple premise engaging. You'll see the same platforms, the same obstacles, the same enemies and the same backgrounds so many times that everything will blur together after a while. I love the wide variety of unlockable characters, but they aren't given enough to do in the short campaign. After all the repetition, I'm seriously scrambling to find a deeper game.

I think it's safe to say that What the Golf? is great. This is an expertly-crafted collection of weird and hilarious mini-games that are all vaguely connected to golf. The result is an endlessly creative mix of parodies and physics-based puzzles that will put your skills to the test. What's genuinely impressive is the amount of variety on display here, especially when it comes to the constantly-changing gameplay mechanics. Triband has created something special here, and I don't believe there's a person alive that will be able to resist the charm of What the Golf?

Episode #70 - School is back in session for kids around the world, and you know what that means -- it's time to talk about the wild world of educational games. These are the products that tried to trick gamers into thinking they were getting a fun time, when in reality we suffered through popular characters teaching us about math and geography. One of the most notorious examples of this trend is Mario is Missing! from The Software Toolworks. While there's no way I can recommend you play this 1990s turd, I'm here to make the argument that this weird piece of edutainment has one of the very best Mario endings of all time. Actually, it has several. Turn back now if you don't want to know what happens next, because today we're going to spoil the stories and endings for Mario is Missing! on a whole bunch of systems. This is Game Over: The Early Years!

Episode #11 - Take part in the official GamePro Video Game IQ Test, a 100-question quiz that was originally published in the August 1992 issue of GamePro magazine. Lorne Riseley hosts the ultimate gaming quiz as Cyril Lachel attempts to prove his mettle once and for all. From A Boy and His Blob to Strider to Super Mario Bros., the first 50 questions run the gamut. Do you know what M.U.S.H.A. stands for? Who is Mega Man's arch nemesis? What kind of hat does Dick Tracy wear? How many levels are in Solstice? Answer these questions and many more in the first-part of the GamePro Video Game IQ Test (from 1992)!

While I wouldn't call it a monochromatic masterpiece, Awesome Pea is an enjoyable game at an attractive price. The thirty stages are mostly challenging, the gameplay is tight and there's enough variety in the level designs to keep things fresh, at least for a while. I also like the simple throwback graphics and the soundtrack. What I don't like it how repetitive the game gets and how all of the levels feel like they were sewn together at random. But aside from a few growing pains, Awesome Pea proves that Pigeon Dev knows how to make a good little platformer.

Much like the developer's first release, Game Soup is too shallow for its own good. The mini-games are fun after you learn what they want, but there aren't enough of them and the ones that are here are too repetitive. On the other hand, I do love the look of most of the stages, especially when they parody classic games. I wish the game would have played more into these old school references. Game Soup is fast and often funny, but the repetitive stages and lack of originality left me hungry.

Episode #3 - 1991 was the year when Silence of the Lambs swept the Oscars. It's one of only three movies that won the Big Five categories, that is actor, actress, writing, director and best picture. Another sweep happened at the Grammys, when Natalie Cole took home statues for Record of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year. Speaking of unforgettable art, Cheers won its fourth Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series. But what about the video game awards? If you've ever wanted to know what old school games took home the top prize, then you've definitely come to the right place. Today we're going to recreate Electronic Gaming Monthly's Best and Worst of 1991 awards show, featuring 31 different categories ranging from Hottest Game Babe to Best New Console to Best Music in a game. So let me cue up the VCR and introduce you to the greatest televised awards show to never be broadcast. Fade to black.

Episode #1 - 1989 was that year that gave us Oscar-winning movies like Driving Miss Daisy and Dead Poets Society. It was also the year when Bette Midler's "Wind Beneath My Wings" cleaned up at the Grammys and Cheers finally won the Outstanding Comedy Series prize at the Emmys after four straight losses. But what about the video games awards? If you've ever wanted to know what old school games took home the top prize, then you've definitely come to the right place. Today we're going to recreate Electronic Gaming Monthly's Best and Worst of 1989 awards show, featuring three dozen categories ranging from hottest hero to wimpiest hostage to best video tape. Let me cue up the VCR and introduce you to the greatest televised awards show to never be broadcast. Fade to black and cue the theme song.

Episode #15 - The year is 1996 and the Oprah finally has a book clubs. It was the year when disaster movies dominated the box office, everybody loved Raymond and people around the world were trying to figure out who this Macarena chick was. But we're now here to talk about how they all want me, they can't have me, so they all come and dance beside me, because today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's best reviewed games of 1996. Aiiigghh!

Featuring: Die Hard Trilogy, Alien Trilogy, Real Bout: Fatal Fury, Super Mario 64, Tomb Raider, Street Fighter Alpha, Clockwork Knight 2, Super Mario RPG, X-COM: UFO Defense, Resident Evil and Street Fighter Alpha 2.

Don't let the title fool you, there's nothing dreary or depressing about Suicide Guy. This is an ingenious little puzzle game with bite-sized stages that are constantly changing. It's not particularly hard and I have some issues with the gameplay, but this brand new game from Chubby Pixel more than delivers on variety and humor. It's to die for, but only in your dreams.

Episode #174 - Welcome to the fifteenth episode of 23 Endings: The Early Years, the show where we put old school video game endings into proper context. It's a me, Mario! Today we're going to be dreaming about the world of Subcon and their Wart-related problems. Does Super Mario Bros. 2 have the best 8-bit ending, or is it a giant cop-out? Find out now when you watch today's brand new episode of 23 Endings: The Early Years!

Episode #9 - The year is 1993 and Agent Mulder just wants to believe. It was a year when Tom Hanks was Sleepless in Seattle, Wired Magazine first hit newsstands and UB40 just couldn't help falling in love ... and covering Elvis songs. But we're not here to talk the intersection where reggae meets gospel, because today we're today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's top 10 reviewed games of 1993. Uh huh huh!

Ink takes a genre we're all familiar with and gives it a fresh coat of paint by turning everything invisible. While that may sound frustrating, it actually makes for a charming new platformer at a reasonable price. I do wish the gameplay was a bit tighter and there was a little more variety in the obstacles, but fans of the genre won't be let down by the inventive stage designs. It's hard to see at first, but Ink is worth playing.

Episode #5 - The year is 1991 and Ren & Stimpy proved that cats and dogs can get along. It was the year when Clarice met Hannibal Lecter, Pogs became a worldwide obsession and the Red Hot Chili Peppers were desperately trying to Give It Away. But we're not here to talk about how you've got to get it put it in you, reeling with the feeling don't stop continue, because today we're today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's top 10 reviewed games of 1991. Happy happy, joy joy.

Episode #3 - The year is 1990 and Agent Cooper is on the scene! This was the year when Macaulay Culkin protected his house from burglars, the Neo Geo debuted for $650 and Deee-Lite reminded us that the Groove is in the Heart. But we're not here to talk about people that are not vicious or malicious, just de-lovely and delicious, because today we're counting down the Electronic Gaming Monthly's top 10 reviewed games of 1990. Dig!

Featuring: Ys Book I & II, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos, Super Mario Bros. 3, Ninja Spirit, Super Monaco GP, Mega Man III, Strider, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse and John Madden Football.

Episode #1 - The year is 1989 and Michael Keaton is Batman. It was the year when Motley Crue introduced us to Dr. Feelgood, The Simpsons debuted their first episode and both Sega and Nintendo released new hardware. But we're not here to about that time Harry met Sally, because today we're counting down Electronic Gaming Monthly's top reviewed games of 1989.

Episode #18 - This week we learned that Nintendo may be planning a mini Super NES for the holiday season. Of course, this should come as no surprise to anybody that remembers how popular the NES Classic Edition was last year, but it's nice to hear that all of our 16-bit favorites may be returning sooner rather than later. To help celebrate what will surely be another huge seller, I've decided to take a look back at old issues of Nintendo Power to see what games they would have chosen. Today we're going to talk about Nintendo Power's top reviewed 16-bit games of all time and figure out just how many actually have a chance of being packaged with the Super NES Classic Edition this fall.

Episode #32 - Today we're taking a look at the Game Genie, the controversial add-on that took cheat codes to the next level. We go through the history of the Game Genie, including what magazine readers were saying at the time. All this and more on the series finale of the 32 Dangerous Cheat Codes. Merry Christmas.

Episode #19 - Today we're taking a trip back to the Sega Genesis to debug Sonic the Hedgehog. Found in all of Sonic's 16-bit adventures, the debug mode is one of the greatest cheats of all time. Find out why when you check out today's episode of the 32 Dangerous Cheat Codes.

Episode #8 - Welcome to the 32 Dangerous Cheat Codes, a brand new series that will run daily between November 24 and December 25. Join us as we discuss the hazardous ramifications of some of your favorite cheat codes. Today we're taking a look at one of the most famous video game glitches of all time -- Super Mario's minus world. Where did it come from, why is it there and how is it deadly? Find out now when you float through a brick wall and check out today's episode of the 32 Dangerous Cheat Codes.

Episode #16 - Despite being one of the most-beloved video game characters of all time, Mario has found his way into some real stinkers. Ten years ago, GamePro magazine attempted to create a list of Super Mario's lowest moments. They failed. We're digging through all ten "sellout moments" to reveal GamePro's inconsistencies. Their list of terrible Super Mario games will shock you!

Episode #13 - The year is 1995. Microsoft was winning the war with Windows 95, Drew Barrymore couldn't wait to flash David Letterman and 150 million Americans tuned in live to see if OJ Simpson could get away with murder. But we're not here to ruin the ending of The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, because today we're counting down Nintendo Power's top reviewed games of 1995.

Episode #12 - The year is 1994. Jimmy and Billy Lee fought the T-1000 at the box office in Double Dragon, the Crash Test Dummies sang Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm for no reason and, sadly, Kurt Cobain committed suicide. But we're not here to bum you out with celebrity deaths, because it's time to count down Nintendo Power's five worst reviewed games of 1994.

Episode #9 - The year is 1993. Jurassic Park takes a bite out of the box office, Mulder and Scully begin their decade-long search for the truth and Bjork is attempts to understand Human Nature. But we're not here to talk about Iceland's top musicians, because today we're counting down Nintendo Power's top reviewed games of 1993.

Episode #7 - The year is 1992. Reservoir Dogs turned Quentin Tarantino into a critic's darling, millions of people were having sex to the soulful sounds of Boys II Men and The Larry Sanders Show was giving viewers a look behind the curtain of the late night talk show wars. But we're not here to reminisce about 'Hey Now' Hank Kingsley, because today we're counting down Nintendo Power's top reviewed games of 1992.

Episode #5 - The year is 1991. Smells Like Teen Spirit is making Nirvana a household name, Terminator 2 is topping the box office and Darkwing Duck is making my childhood a little better. But there's no time to talk about spin-offs that only lasted a year, because today we're counting down Nintendo Power's top reviewed games of 1991.

Episode #3 - The year is 1990. Vanilla Ice is conquering hip hop with Ice Ice Baby, Twin Peaks is changing the television landscape and Macaulay Culkin became everybody's new best friend when Home Alone topped the box office. But this isn't a show about cheering on a child attempting to murder middle aged men, because today we're counting down Nintendo Power's Top Ten Games of 1990.

BiT Evolution attempts to recreate the look and feel of the Atari 2600, Nintendo Entertainment System, Game Boy and Super NES. Although it's a fun and engaging platformer, this charming action game never feels authentic and isn't very deep. Despite these flaws, the ambitious concept makes BiT Evolution worth playing.

Episode #96 - You can't go wrong with Super Mario Kart. No matter what console it's on, a good time is guaranteed when you're throwing turtle shells and racing on rainbow roads. But that wasn't a given back in 1992. Did critics instantly fall in love with Mario Kart, or were they more interested in a sequel to F-Zero? We dig through old issues of Electronic Gaming Monthly, GamePro, Super Play, Game Players, Nintendo Magazine System, N-Force and Nintendo Power for the answers.

Episode #55 - Rev up that motor, because this week Review Crew will be looking at three very different racing games and very unique consoles. Up first it's Hard Drivin', simulation racing in a time before Gran Turismo. Then on Wednesday we'll see what critics thought of the very first Super Mario Kart on the Super NES. And we finish off the week with a full-motion video racing game. You won't want to miss what critics thought of Road Avengers for Sega CD. All that is coming this week on Review Crew.

Episode #9 - After the runaway success of Super Mario Bros., Nintendo charged ahead with a sequel. Japan saw a sequel in 1986, but Nintendo was concerned that Americans couldn't handle the insane challenge of it. So another Miyamoto game called Doki Doki Panic was given a Mario facelift and shipped to the US in 1988. The Japanese sequel didn't reach the US until it was included on Super Mario All-Stars under the title The Lost Levels. Now it's time to choose the better follow-up.

Episode #4 - Take a trip back in time as Defunct Games rates the best and worst Electronic Gaming Monthly covers of 1990. From Batman to Strider to Bart Simpson, 1990 was a year full of big names and even bigger games. It also had a lot of questionable cover art. See if you agree with this list of the best and worst EGM covers of 1990.

Episode #41 - We continue our journey to review every single Nintendo Power cover with issue 41, featuring Super Mario Kart. Not only is this one of Nintendo's biggest hits, but it also marked the first appearance of Donkey Kong Jr. on the cover of Nintendo Power. See what our resident Cover Critic thought of this issue when you tune in to a new episode of Nintendo Power Uncovered!

Episode #46 - It's Super Mario Week at Review Crew, which means that we'll spend the next three episodes looking at old school games starring Nintendo's favorite Italian plumber. Today we're taking a look at Super Mario World, the pack-in for the Super NES. Were critics blown away by Super Mario's first foray into 16-bits, or did they complain that the plumber is just treading water? We turn to Nintendo Power, CVG, Electronic Gaming Monthly, Super Play and other classic magazines to find the answer.

Episode #45 - It's Super Mario Week at Review Crew, which means that we'll spend the next three episodes looking at old school games starring Nintendo's favorite Italian plumber. Today we're taking a look at Super Mario Land, one of Nintendo's earliest Game Boy games. Did critics still love Super Mario on the handheld, or were they turned off by the changes in gameplay? We turn to Electronic Gaming Monthly, CVG, Nintendo Magazine System and more classic magazines for the answer.

Episode #44 - It's Super Mario Week at Review Crew, which means that we'll spend the next three episodes looking at old school games starring Nintendo's favorite Italian plumber. Up first it's Super Mario All-Stars, a compilation featuring upgraded versions of Super Mario Bros. 1, 2, 3 and The Lost Levels. Did critics love this 16-bit collection of 8-bit games, or did they view this as a cynical cash grab from Nintendo? We turn to Electronic Gaming Monthly, Nintendo Magazine System, SNES Force, Die Hard Game Fan and other classic magazines for the answer.

Episode #29 - Review Crew #29 - After the lackluster launch of the Super Scope in 1992, Nintendo was eager to try out another intriguing accessory -- a standard computer mouse. While not exactly a conventional game, Mario Paint still offered 16-bit players a lot of fun things to create. Like the title suggests, gamers of all ages can use the mouse to draw works of art, compose funky music and even make an animated movie. But what did critics think of this unorthodox tool? We check in with Electronic Gaming Monthly, N-Force, Super NES Buyers Guide, Super Play and more for the answer!

Episode #1 - Rest in Pixels #1 - Every video game character dies; it's just a fact of life. But some deaths are more spectacular than others. This is RIP, the only show on the internet willing to rank some of the most famous video game deaths. So put down the tissues and wipe away the tears from your face, because we're here to celebrate the many different ways game characters die.

The Nintendo World Championship 1990 cartridge has been getting a lot of press lately, thanks in large part to an eBay auction that ended just shy of $100,000. This has left a lot of people stunned, wondering what could possibly make this obscure 8-bit Nintendo Entertainment System game worth the high asking price. Is it possible that this ultra-rare title is secretly the best game of all time? Find out when Cyril reviews Nintendo World Championships 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System.

When he's not rescuing captured women or unclogging pipes, Mario passes the time by painting. That's right, Mario is a painter! And now you can get in on the fun thanks to Mario Paint for the Super NES. Draw pictures, create animations and even dabble in music construction, it's all here in this unique game from 1992. Find out what Josh Despain thinks of Mario Paint when you read his full review!

Episode #28 - 29 Power-Ups of Christmas (Day 28) - Here it is, the final episode of the 29 Questionable Power-Ups of Christmas! After weeks of terrible power-ups and one major computer outage, this holiday feature is done and in the books. Today's power-up is the most questionable of them all. It's the poison mushroom from Super Mario Bros. 2 (aka Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels). Find out why this is so bad in our final episode of the year!

Episode #25 - 29 Power-Ups of Christmas (Day 25) - Is Yoshi a power-up or a power-up? As it turns out, he's both. Still not convinced? Then I recommend you check out today's episode of the 29 Questionable Power-Ups of Christmas. In this episode we determine if a power-up has to be an inanimate object, or if it can be a living, breathing cartoon dinosaur.

Episode #20 - 29 Power-Ups of Christmas (Day 20) - Between the cat suit, raccoon suit and bee suit, Mario sure does like dressing up as animals. I'm sure there's a name for people who like dressing up as animals, but I can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe this episode of the 29 Questionable Power-Ups of Christmas will help shed some light on Mario's addiction.

Episode #14 - 29 Power-Ups of Christmas (Day 14) - You know what makes Mario super? It's his bravery and the fact that he did the right thing by saving the Princess. However, most people think it's the mushroom that gives Mario his super powers. In this episode of 29 Questionable Power-Ups of Christmas we try to figure out what kind of mushroom would actively run away. It's a good question!

Episode #28 - Nintendo Power Uncovered #28 - After months of waiting, we've finally made it to Nintendo Power's famous Super Mario World cover. I'm not sure what it is, but people seem to love this dolphin-enhanced artwork. Find out what the Cover Critic thinks when you read about the September 1991 issue of Nintendo Power!

Here's something we can all agree on: Super Mario Kart is one of the most influential racing games of all time. But no matter how important it was, there are a few flaws that keep it from being an exceptional racing game. Find out what holds this 16-bit classic back when you read Cyril's review of Super Mario Kart for the Super NES!

Episode #9 - Instant Expert (Ep. 8) - David Caruso, Shelly Long and David Duchovny all have one thing in common; they left their TV shows early. It's not just big Hollywood stars that quit at the height of their success; video game heroes have been known to take an early retirement. In fact, some of the most beloved game characters of all time have called it quits, forcing somebody else to take over. Let's see if you're favorite star is a quitter when we look at the Five Famous Characters That Called it Quits.

Episode #2 - It's August 19, the 53rd anniversary of Strelka's ride into space on Spudnik 2 and the 44th birthday of former-Friends star Matthew Perry. Somebody should ask him what it's like to be stuck in second gear. I mean, it hasn't been his day, his week, his month, or heck, even his year. Oh well, at least we have another action-packed episode of GAMING X HISTORY EX to get to. But we don't have much time, so let's dive right in.

Cyril spends a few minutes explaining why Ms. Pac-Man is superior to regular old Pac-Man in every way. He also uses Gloria Steinem to prove a point. Find out what he thinks of Ms. Pac-Man when you read his full review of this Nintendo Entertainment System port!

Episode #214 - It's our final article of 2012. I can think of no better way to go out than to review games starring Mario, Mega Man, Wario and a bunch of Shock Troopers. This week we're looking at the original Mega Man, Wario Land 2 and Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels for the 3DS Virtual Console. Not to be outdone, the Wii has Shock Troopers 2nd Squad. Which of these games is worth picking up? Find out now when you read our last episode of This Week in Defunct Games of 2012!

Episode #23 - 34 Theme Songs of Christmas (Day 23) - We're back with day twenty-third of the 34 Theme Songs of Christmas! Today we're looking at one of the best platformers of all time. That's right, it's finally time to take Super Mario to task. Today we'll be reviewing the theme music to Super Mario World. Don't look now, because I'm pretty sure there's some controversy! Find out what our music critics think when you read the 23rd episode of the 34 Theme Songs of Christmas!

Episode #13 - Nintendo Power Uncovered (Ep. 13) - We're only four issues into the 1990s and already there have been two Super Mario Bros. covers. This is the first Nintendo Power Strategy Guide and the birth of the monthly issue. Does that change how I feel about the magazine? Find out now when we continue our quest to review every single cover of Nintendo Power!

Episode #11 - Nintendo Power Uncovered (Ep. 11) - Super Mario makes his long-awaited return to the cover of Nintendo Power! For the second time in 11 issues, we get a well-crafted model replica of video gaming's most popular Italian plumber. But does this cover live up to the famous Super Mario Bros. 2 design? Find out now when we continue our quest to review every single cover of Nintendo Power!

Episode #1 - Nintendo Power Uncovered (Ep. 1) - Join us as we introduce our newest series: Nintendo Power Uncovered. Every Tuesday and Thursday we'll be reviewing the covers of Nintendo Power. We're going to go through the entire catalog, starting with the very first issue! How cool is a Claymation portrait of Super Mario Bros. 2? Click think link and find out when you read our full review of Nintendo Power's premiere episode!

Considering its age, The Holy Bible is packed full of epic moments that would translate well to the video game screen. Wars are fought, there is smiting, a dude walked on water and just about everybody is tortured in one way or another. You would think that this could be turned into an incredible video game. Find out if Bible Adventure delivers when you read Cyril's full review of this NES game!

Episode #200 - This week marks our 200th episode of This Week in Defunct Games! For five years we've been reviewing the best and worst games for the Virtual Console, PSone Classics Store, Neo Geo Station and more. To make this episode as big as possible, we've decided to play catch-up and review all eight Virtual Console games released between July 12 and July 26. We have fighting games, pinball games, action games, RPGs, puzzlers and more. The 200th episode of This Week in Defunct Games has a little something for everybody!

Episode #23 - These days nobody cares about pack-in video games. But it wasn't always like that. Back in the day you got hits like Super Mario World and Altered Beast bundled with your purchase. Some say that this is because of soaring costs and greed, but we have a different idea. We blame the Sega CD for killing the pack-in game. Find out why when you read another informative episode of A Brief History of Gaming!

Episode #187 - If it's Friday it's This Week in Defunct Games. This week I nearly had a heart attack. Not only did Nintendo take my advice and start selling the previously free NES games, but they updated the Wii Virtual Console for the first time in nearly six months. That's right; we have a brand new Virtual Console game to talk about. Read full reviews of Super Mario Bros. (NES) and Strider (Genesis) in another exciting episode of This Week in Defunct Games!

Forget that this is a Flash game on a website; Abobo's Big Adventure is a stunning accomplishment that has to be seen to be believed. With literally thousands of cameo appearances, tons of replay value and eight devilishly clever stages, this retro-fueled action game is the first masterpiece of 2012. Best of all, it's free!

Episode #24 - 32 Endings (Ep. 24) - It's the 24th episode of the 32 Game Endings of Christmas. Today we're taking a look at one of the most controversial sequels of all time: Super Mario Bros. 2. Mario, the Princess, Luigi and Toad return for another adventure that is NOTHING like the first game. Of course, that's because this didn't start out as a Mario game. But that's neither here nor there, because Super Mario Bros. 2 has one of the most interesting endings in 8-bit history!

Episode #174 - If it's Friday, it's This Week in Defunct Games! This week we take a look at one of the Game Boy's very best games. It's Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Nintendo's 1992 masterpiece. Fans of the series already know what I'm going to say, but you should still check out my full review in this short episode of This Week in Defunct Games!

Episode #10 - It was twenty years ago today that gamers had a chance to pick up a brand new Super NES, complete with Super Mario World, Final Fight and Pilotwings. To help celebrate this birthday, Defunct Games wants to take you on a journey of the launch line-up. These are the six games that shaped this 16-bit console early on, for better and worse. Find out which of these games is still worth playing and which you can avoid!

Do you like Sonic the Hedgehog but only own an NES? Now is your chance to discover Somari, the weird Super Mario Bros./Sonic the Hedgehog mash-up. Join James Sturges as he tackles this long forgotten novelty and see if Somari is worth your time!

Episode #170 - It's time for another episode of This Week in Defunct Games, the show that dares to review this week's Virtual Console and PSN offerings. We have a packed episode full of platforming, puzzles and role-playing. Up first we have Super Adventure Island II (Super NES) followed by Avenging Spirit and Mario's Picross (both for the Game Boy). And we've left the best for last with Breath of Fire IV on the PlayStation. It's a packed show full of four amazing games, so quit reading this intro and check out another episode of This Week in Defunct Games!

Episode #166 - This Week in Defunct Games is back with a bonus episode! Today we're taking a look at the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console. In the past few weeks Nintendo has uploaded some big hitters, including Mario, Zelda, Donkey Kong and Kirby. Find out which games are worth buying in the very special 3DS Virtual Console Buyer's Guide!

Episode #15 - Level 1 (Ep. 15) - In just a few days the Nintendo 3DS makes its grand debut. Although we're excited, it's really the old school Virtual Console games that pique our interest! Sadly that won't hit 3DS screens until May, but that won't stop us from taking a good long look at Super Mario Land. Join us as we deal with the squelching heat in this first-generation Game Boy game. It's Super Mario Land (Level 1) ... and don't you forget it!

Episode #154 - It's time for the most epic episode of This Week in Defunct Games EVER!! Just in time for Christmas we have the most epic episode of This Week in Defunct Games of ALL TIME. Forget the weeks where we only looked at one or two games, in this episode we're spending the next 4,000 words reviewing, gulp, TWELVE GAMES! Get ready for a look at Mario Party 2, Galaxy Fight and the ten Neo Geo Station games released on the PSP and PlayStation 3.

Episode #23 - 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas (Day 23) - It's day 23 of the 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas, our daily feature that looks at some of the most memorable bonus stages of all time. Today we're checking in with Sonic the Hedgehog, a series known for its amazing bonus stages. Sonic 3 does not disappoint, offering a great looking orb hunt with improved scaling and rotation. Find out why that matters when you read today's exciting episode of 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas!

Episode #175 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 175) - I love Super Mario Bros. I especially love old school 2D Super Mario Bros. So why am I so upset about Super Mario All-Stars: Limited Edition? Because this is the laziest anniversary collection I've seen in years. Join my outrage when we Take a Stand Against Super Mario's Anniversary!

Episode #14 - 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas (Day 13) - It's day 14 of the 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas, our daily feature that looks at some of the most memorable bonus stages of all time. Today we concentrate on one of my favorite platformers of all time, Super Mario Bros. 3. In this game of memory you, well ... I guess I forgot. But don't worry, you can read all about it in another exciting episode of the 31 Bonus Levels of Christmas!

Episode #12 - Level 1 (Ep. 12) - This week marks the six month anniversary of Defunct Games' newest show, Level 1. To celebrate we've gone back to the franchise that started it all -- Super Mario Bros. This week we're looking at Super Mario Bros. 2, the baffling pseudo-sequel to one of the most iconic games of all time. Are you ready to toe-to-vegetable with Wart and an all new set of baddies? Find out when we drop you into Super Mario Bros. 2 (Level 1)!

Sold as a retelling of Super Mario Kart, Blur ends up being a solid game on its own merits. The fast-paced races, exciting power-ups and fun online mode aren't marred by a shallow single-player career and a low supply of race tracks. The game's fun online mode more than makes up for any minor issues I have with the game!

Sold as a retelling of Super Mario Kart, Blur ends up being a solid game on its own merits. The fast-paced races, exciting power-ups and fun online mode aren't marred by a shallow single-player career and a low supply of race tracks. The game's fun online mode more than makes up for any minor issues I have with the game!

ModNation Racers isn't the most original game on the PlayStation 3, but what it lacks in creativity it more than makes up in customization. Make your own levels, avatars and vehicles, then share them with the world. Who knew a simple concept could be done this well? If you've ever enjoyed a kart racing game, then Sony's newest racing game is well worth your time!

Episode #169 - Super Mario Advance sucks! There, I said it. While few people complained about the series at the time, ten years later it's hard to defend this Game Boy Advance franchise. Maybe you're the one that can talk me down. Could it be that Nintendo isn't lazy and actually had a method to their madness? Nah. But I'm curious to see if you can defend Super Mario Advance!

Episode #51 - Forget the 2010 Winter Olympics, because all eyes were on the Nintendo World Summit! This week game journalists had a chance to go hands-on with Metroid, Super Mario Galaxy 2 and more. But that isn't the big news. Apparently Nintendo let it slip about their brand new handheld game console, the fifth iteration of the Nintendo DS. Find out all the details when you read this exclusive preview!

Episode #5 - Defunct Games Vs. (Ep. 5) - Welcome to Defunct Games Vs., the show where we pass judgment on every game in a particular series. In this fifth episode we're taking on the Nintendo Vs. line of arcade games. We're talking about 29 arcade versions of Super Mario Bros., Duck Hunt, Dr. Mario, Wrecking Crew and many, many more 8-bit classics. Everything will be explained when you tune into Defunct Games vs. Nintendo Vs.!

Episode #1 - Level 1 (Ep. 1) - Defunct Games is proud to introduce you to our brand new weekly show, Level 1! This is a show where we look at some of the most famous first levels of all time and figure out what they mean for the rest of the game. Join us each and every Thursday for a brand new level from thirty years of video game history. For the premiere we have one of the best known games of all time, none other than the original Super Mario Bros.!

Episode #30 - It's our thirtieth day of the 30 Genres of Christmas! That's right, it's Christmas Day ... we've made it! Today we look at one of the most prolific genres, the Platformer. For many gamers, it was the Platformer that got them excited about what games could be. And even though the Platformers of today are few and far between, the genre still has a soft spot in my heart. So have a merry Christmas and get ready to enjoy our final episode of the 30 Genres of Christmas!

Episode #6 - It's our sixth day of the 30 Genres of Christmas! Today we're blowing up specially modded cars in the Vehicular Combat genre. Take one part demolition derby and one part first-person shooter and you have a genre that spawned Twisted Metal, Vigilante 8 and more. It's also a franchise that hasn't been heard from recently. So buckle your seatbelt and warm up that missile launcher, because we're about to look at Vehicular Combat!

Episode #127 - For the first time in three years, This Week in Defunct Games is changing timeslots. What used to be reserved for Thursdays is now officially on TUESDAY! This week we make up for lost time and review the past SIX Virtual Console releases. You read that right; we have six games to go through. We have everything from a game about a shape-shifting blob to the duplicated adventures of Wonder Boy to Street Fighter to Indiana Jones himself!

Episode #160 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 160) - What is it about Tetris that makes people take it for granted? Every time one of these magazines has a list of the best games of all time, Tetris is always the runner up. It's always the bridesmaid, never a bride. And it's not just the Guinness World Records organization, either. It's also Next Generation and Electronic Gaming Monthly. Every time you see a list, chances are Tetris is number two. In this On Running Feud we attempt to figure out why that is!

Episode #4 - Player Select (Ep. 4) - It's time once again for Player Select, the show that rates and complains about some of the most popular video game characters of all time. This time around we're checking in with 13 of the best-known 2D mascot games. We're talking about characters from Sega, Nintendo, SunSoft, Konami and even Electronic Arts. Nobody is safe when John Xavier and Cyril Lachel tell it like it is! See if you agree when you read Your Favorite 2D Mascot Character Sucks!

Episode #3 - Next week Capcom and Hyde Park unleash the Street Fighter movie reboot nobody asked for. In celebration of this theatrical tour de force, Defunct Games has decided to take a look back and see how the last 16 years of video game movies have treated us. Talk about a depressing movie night. Find out now where Defunct Games stands on all of the theatrically released video game movies when we take a look back at 16 Years of Video Game Movies!

Episode #16 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 16) - It's the sixteen day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we talk about one of my least favorite controls, the Nintendo 64 analog control. While this control did a lot of things first (expansion bay, rumble pack, analog stick), it's hard to hold and impossible to look at. Find out what I really think when you read today's awesome episode of the 29 Controls of Christmas!

Episode #76 - It's time once again for This Week in Defunct Games, the show that looks at the best and worst of the week's retro releases. This week we have a couple of older Nintendo games, including the weird Clu Clu Land and the amazing Super Mario RPG. As always we take a moment to check in with GameTap and the Xbox Live Arcade. See what we recommend this week when you check out another exciting episode of This Week in Defunct Games!

Episode #4 - Comic Book Mods (Ep. 4) - We're back with the exciting finale of our first Comic Book Mod, Game Boy: In the Palm of Your Hands! This is the show that takes a classic video game comic book, strips out all of the dialog and completely rewrites it! In this episode we discover Mario's secret, we battle back the evil political forces and wrap up all of the loose ends! So how does it end? Find out now when you read the fourth and final installment of this terrible Game Boy comic book!

Episode #5 - Video Game Advice (Ep. 5) - Do you have a question? Then we have an answer! This is Video Game Advice, the only show that allows real video game characters to answer real world questions. This week we check in with Tim from Braid, we ask Princess Peach about finding female friends and Bomberman talks about gift-giving. It's quite a show, and if you don't believe me then click this link and head on over to the fifth episode of Video Game Advice (Working Title)!

Episode #3 - Comic Book Mods (Ep. 3) - We're back with another exciting episode of Comic Book Mods, the show that takes a classic comic book, strips out all of the dialog and completely rewrites it. In the last episode our teenage heroes had just summoned Super Mario. But this Italian plumber has a secret. Find out what it is when you check out our second to last episode of Game Boy: In the Palm of Your Hand!

Braid is an absolute masterpiece, from beginning to end. It's the kind of game that will stick with you long after you've completed it. It's the kind of game that you'll feel the need to tell all your friends about. It's the kind of game we'll still be talking about ten years from now. If you don't already own Braid, then either you hate fun or simply haven't discovered this charming (and beautiful) platformer/puzzler!

Episode #14 - I've Got Your Number (Ep. 14) - Quick, name me all of the different sports that Mario would like to think he's a pro at? Actually don't because that's going to take too long. It's not just the big sports like baseball, soccer and tennis, but also more niche events (like boxing and dirt bike racing). In all there are 14 different sports, none of which Mario exactly excelled at. Either way, for our 14th episode of our popular I've Got Your Number show we've decided to take a look at these 14 sports and tell the sorted story about all of the sports that Mario thinks he's good at!

Episode #2 - Comic Book Mods (Ep. 2) - It's time once again for another episode of Comic Book Mods, the show daring enough to take real video game comic books, suck out all of the dialog and rewrite it from scratch. In this episode we take a look at the next six pages of Game Boy: In the Palm of Your Hand ... a political polemic that will have everybody on Capitol Hill talking. It's not too late to see what all the fuss is about when you check out our second episode of Comic Book Mods!

Episode #4 - Video Game Advice (Ep. 4) - It's time once again for Video Game Advice, the show that lets your favorite video game character give you advice. This week we check in with Mario (yes, THE Mario), ICO and even Marcus Fenix (from Gears of War). Together they tackle questions about sex, platonic relationships, gold digging and much more. Find out what they have to say when you tune in to Video Game Advice, only at Defunct Games!

Episode #1 - Comic Book Mods (Ep. 1) - After months of preparation, Defunct Games is proud to introduce you to our newest show: Comic Book Mods. This is the show where we take real video game comic books, strip away all of the dialog and start fresh. In this episode we take a look at the first six pages of the Game Boy comic book from 1990. We've turned this Super Mario story into a political polemic perfect for this election year. Join us as introduce you to the crazy world of Game Boy - In The Pals of Your Hands!

Episode #15 - They Said WHAT?!? (Ep. 15) - It's the show that makes the Quartermann shake in his boots. That's right, it's They Said WHAT?!?, the show where we fact check EGM's rumor section. In this episode we take a look at Saints Row on the PlayStation 3, try to understand the ins and outs of a portable Xbox, talk about Luigi's Mansion 2 and much, much more. It's been awhile since we've debunked the Q-Mann, but I hear it's a lot like riding a bike. Find out if we still have what it takes to make the Q-Meister cry when you read our fifteenth episode of They Said WHAT?!?

Episode #72 - The Freeze Frame (Ep. 72) - Over the last seven years we've posted a lot of crazy articles about fake games with over-the-top concepts. Most of these games are so crazy that nobody would dare turn them into real products, yet from time to time one of our stupid ideas actually gets turned into a game. Join us as we take a look back at five of the fakes that games have been turned into real entertainment! In this article we are set to prove that Defunct Games Influences Everybody!

Episode #79 - You know what I hate? I hate it when people quote video games for no reason. It goes from bad to worse when that loser tries to doing a full on imitation. Man, I hate that. As a public service, Defunct Games is proud to present a very special new article called Quoting Games is Easy. In this two-page feature we spend some time looking at the practicality of these video game quotes. Join us as we look at 15 of the best known video game quotes and determine if they have any practical use in the real world ... and how silly you're going to look saying them.

Episode #16 - DGC On Demand (Ep. 16) - People seem to really hate the two BioShock endings. I don't know if they felt it was a letdown after such an amazing build up or if they felt it was too short, but whatever it is there's no denying that people have been vocal about their displeasure in the way Ken Levine's masterpiece ends. What these people seem to be forgetting is that the ending could have been a lot worse.

While I would guess that you've never played (or even heard of) John's Adventure before, chances are you've played something that is exactly like it. You see, John's Adventure is not some epic quest full of big bosses and caves to explore; instead it's a Dr. Mario rip-off. That's right; this game is nothing more than a re-skinned Dr. Mario. Find out now if this copycat is worth your time when you read Cyril's full review of John's Adventure for the Supervision!

Episode #139 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 139) - In the first One Running Feud of the New Year we decide just who it was that had the best year ever in 2007. Was it the first-person shooter fans and all their amazing games? Was it the Mario fans who finally got a 3D game that can rival Super Mario 64? Is it the pretend rockers who had not one, but two great games to choose from? Nope, it was those of us expecting lots and lots of fan service. But then again, I bet you knew that from reading the title. So go ahead and click away, because Fan Service Is Having the Best Year Ever!

Episode #34 - 34 Cliches of Christmas (Day 34) - On the final day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas we look at the granddaddy of all video game cliches, the big boss battle! It's the one cliche on this list you'll see more than anything else, a truly impressive gaming convention that has appeared in almost every single title from the early games of the Atari 2600 to the modern HD era. Find out now what Defunct Games thinks of boss battles when you read the final day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas. Oh, and Merry Christmas!

Episode #27 - 34 Cliches of Christmas (Day 27) - On the twenty-seventh day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas we jump on a respawning enemy. And because it respawned we have to jump on it again. And again. And again. And ... oh, you get the point. It seems like these enemies just keep showing back up. What's up with that? Find out now when you read our 27th episode of the 34 Cliches of Christmas!

Episode #25 - 34 Cliches of Christmas (Day 25) - On the twenty-fifth day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas we fight in the invisible wars. What's that? Oh, I meant to say, we look through invisible walls. If you've played a 3D action game then chances are you've already experienced the frustration of invisible walls. Like them or not, they are part of modern gaming. Find out where we come down on invisible walls when you check out the 25th day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas!

Episode #138 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 138) - After almost two weeks of non-stop controversy, maybe it's time to step back from the Jeff Gerstmann controversy and take a deep breath. In our 138th episode of the On Running Feuds Defunct Games attempts to point out why those who are the most pissed off may not be any better than Jack Thompson. Is that a low blow? You might be surprised at how much these two groups have in common. Find out more when you read Defunct Games' newest episode of the On Running Feuds!

Episode #14 - 34 Cliches of Christmas (Day 14) - On our fourteenth day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas we decide to tackle one of the biggest cliches of all time, the fire/ice level. Now don't get me wrong, I have nothing against fire and ice levels, but what are you doing hanging out with the fire in the first place? And why are these two levels always right next to each other? Is there a possibility that this is a realistic cliche? Find out when you read our fourteenth episode of the 34 Cliches of Christmas!

Episode #11 - 34 Cliches of Christmas (Day 11) - On our eleventh day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas we wonder why all of the video game women need rescuing so much. Is there a logical explanation, or are all of the video game developers completely sexist? In this day and age we know that women are just as capable of fending for themselves as a man, so maybe it's time to rethink the idea of the damsel in distress. See what we have to think when you read our 11th day of the 34 Cliches of Christmas!

Episode #35 - By now you know the drill, every Thursday we devote the entire day to looking at the best and worst retro games released on the Virtual Console, Xbox Live Arcade, PlayStation Network and GameTap service. We call it, This Week in Defunct Games. This week we have one of the greatest games of all time in store for you, along with a number of other heavy hitters. How can you go wrong with Super Mario Bros. 3, Power Golf and Alien Soldier? And that's not it; you also get the amazing Virtua Fighter on GameTap. Talk about an amazing week. Read on to see what's worth buying and what isn't.

Episode #30 - It's Thursday and that can only mean one thing: It's time to talk about some retro games! I give you This Week in Defunct Games, your weekly show geared at talking about the best and worst classic games made available on the Xbox Live Arcade, Virtual Console, PlayStation Network and GameTap. This week we have one of the most important weeks yet, because Nintendo has decided to upload two games that have never been released in the United States. And if that wasn't enough, we're looking at more than a dozen free games over at the GameTap service! It's quite a week, so stop reading this description and check out our newest episode of This Week in Defunct Games!

Episode #73 - They say that if you wait long enough any prediction will come true. Defunct Games is putting that saying to the test in our newest Bonus Level, it's a show that talks about nine events in the video game industry that are bound to happen. We're not talking about science fiction here, these are things that probably will happen in the next year or two. This two page article includes predictions about the future of Halo, Sony's Sixaxis control, PETA, Grand Theft Auto IV, anti-game legislation, and much, much more. So click the link and find out that It's Only A Matter Of Time ...

Episode #5 - Service Gaming (Ep. 5) - It's the hotly anticipated return of everybody's favorite game show, Service Gaming: The Show! After a year hiatus, Service Gaming is back with a powerful new episode you won't want to miss. This is the show where we ask three ordinary people some basic video game questions and you get to guess whether you think they answered correctly or fell flat on their face. This is a very special PAX episode of Service Gaming, so get out your best suit because we're headed to the convention!

Episode #71 - There's nothing quite like a convention, especially if it's the second largest event for Japanese culture! This is Otakon, the annual convention held in Baltimore, Maryland. Defunct Games has sent our east coast correspondent to this year's Otakon to let us know what we missed out on. In what can only be explained as an online diary post, Lee fills us in on the crazy happenings that took place at Otakon 2007. From the games, to the people to the music, it's all covered in Diary of a Mad Black Otakon!

Episode #5 - A Brief History of Gaming (Ep. 5) - Gunpei Yokoi is one of the most important figures in video game history, yet with all his fame and innovative ideas this is a story about a man who was drummed out of a company he help build and died in a tragic turn of events. Creator of the D-Pad, portable game systems and the Virtual Boy, Gunpei is one name you definitely need to learn about. In this fifth installment of A Brief History of Gaming we take a look at the tragic life of one of the greatest men in video gaming, Gunpei Yokoi!

Episode #129 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 129) - As much as we want to love the Virtual Console, Nintendo has made it hard for us to get excited about it. Even with amazing software we can't help but feel like the Virtual Console isn't living up to its real potential. Is it too late for Nintendo to turn things around and give us the download service we deserve? If Nintendo knows what's good for them they will figure out ways of addressing the biggest problems plaguing the Virtual Console, otherwise we may have a front row seat for the Great Virtual Console Crash of 07!

Episode #17 - It's Thursday and that can only mean one thing ... I accidentally forgot to pay my rent! I guess I better tell you all about today's newest article before I get evicted. It's time for another installment of This Week In Defunct Games, the show that looks at all of the retro games and tells you which ones you should buy and which you should pass on. It's a hard job, but somebody has to do it! This week we're going to tell you about Super Mario Bros. 2, a sequel to Ecco the Dolphin, an update to Missile Command, and Dragon Spirit (no relation to Ninja Spirit). And on top of that we have the return of the podcast. So go find your reading glasses, plug in your speakers and sit down, because you're about to enter This Week In Defunct Games!

Think all dragon eggs are as easy to hatch as Yoshi? Think again! In Dragon Egg it's your job to hatch, teach and grow your very own dragon. Sure that sounds incredibly boring; thankfully this game is more of a 2D platformer than a training simulator. But is Dragon Egg any good? According to Adam this is a short (albeit cute) adventure that you may want to check out. See for yourself when you read his full review of Dragon Egg for the PC Engine!

Episode #127 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 127) - Is it just me or are a lot of the biggest games of 2007 remakes of the year old games? Between Ninja Gaiden Sigma, The Chronicles of Riddick and Resident Evil 4 I am starting to wonder if I've been here before. In the 127th episode of the On Running Feuds we get to the bottom of this trend and discover that the next gen isn't everything it's cracked up to be! Is this the beginning of a dangerous trend, or have all of these companies just lost that creative spark? Find out now when you venture into our newest Feud ... which, for what it's worth, was not conceived in 2004!

Episode #12 - It's Thursday and that can only mean one thing: It's time for yet another episode of This Week In Defunct Games, the show that recaps all of the retro games that came out in the last seven days. This week we take a look at the amazing ActRaiser for the Super NES, the mediocre Kid Chameleon for the Genesis and the downright bizarre JJ & Jeff for the TurboGrafx-16. Sure two of these games suck, but we'll always have Act Raiser ... and really, isn't that enough?

Are you one of those people that have ignored the Sam & Max games up until now? Well now is your chance to jump on the bandwagon, because this fifth adventure, Reality 2.0, is the best game yet! This episode is full of in-jokes, great video game references, and some of the most memorable characters of all time. Better yet, it's one of the funniest games of all time! If you don't laugh your butt off at Reality 2.0 then either you don't have a butt or you're already dead. See what Cyril has to say when you read his full review of Sam & Max Episode 5: Reality 2.0!

Episode #12 - Radio Free Gaming (Ep. 12) - This is Somebody Else's Podcast, the show that recaps all of the best (and worst) moments from all of the other podcasts on the internet. In our sixth episode of Somebody Else's Podcast we check in with GFW Radio and GameSpot. We spoil a bunch of game endings, explain the difference between jocks and gamers, laugh at inter-species sex, and discuss birthday parties. All that and more when you listen to our sixth installment of Somebody Else's Podcast!

Episode #68 - Once upon a time Defunct Games ran a story that answered some of the most important questions plaguing the video game industry. Three years later we have decided to do it again with the sequel you've all been waiting for. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you FAQ: Cyril Explains it All! Part 2. In this very special article we will take a look at everything from the PSP's pricing, Rare's recent output, the Wii's audience, the amount of shooters on the Xbox 360, those blasted Friend Codes and so much more. There's no question too difficult or controversial to answer, because today Cyril Explains it All!

Episode #12 - DGC On Demand (Ep. 12) - Some may argue that we've run out of ideas and just need some filler, others may think that we put it on auto pilot and are taking a vacation. Whatever you think Defunct Games is back with another episode of The Best Damn Commercial Show Period! In this episode we deliver some truly bizarre (yet funny) commercials for The Legend of Zelda III, Mad City (aka The Adventures of Bayou Billy), Pole Position, Doki Doki Panic, and so much more. We're not messing around here, so get in there and see what all the laughing is about!

Episode #9 - I've Got Your Number (Ep. 9) - While some may complain about the way women and minorities are treated in popular video games, I'm here to tell you that there's another group that is being persecuted. I'm of course talking about cute and adorable little cats. Some people like dogs, I like cats, and as far as I can tell there has never been a triple-A game using our feline friends as a lean character. While we sit here and watch Nintendogs bask in the glow of success we have to wonder if there will ever be a time when cats get their dues. Let's hope that day happens soon, because I'm sick of playing as a smelly old dog. Isn't it about time cats had their day in the sun?

Episode #133 - Cyril Lachel tries to find something good to say about the Mario is Missing (Super NES) print ad. Trust me, it's bad. It's a horrible, awful, very bad ad. See what you think of this classic game advertisement when you read this episode of Commercial Break!

Episode #112 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 112) - With the recent release of Super Monkey Ball Adventure we have focused our attention on something as simple as a word. Can the word "Adventure" really be the difference between good and bad? Join us as we dig deep into our history to find out if adding one simple word to a title can ruin the entire product. We suggest that you too break this trend when you Avoid this Adventure at Any Cost!

Episode #106 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 106) - GamePro forgets things from time to time; it's just one of those quirky things they are remembered for. But in their recent Mario retrospective they forget a whole chunk of history and come off looking like complete hypocrites! How did they manage to do all that? Discover our 106th On Running Feud, GamePro's Lowest Moment - Mario Mix, and see what our favorite magazine is getting wrong this time!

Episode #105 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 105) - These days its easy (and fun) to beat up Electronic Arts for their licensed games, frequent sequels, and annual sports games. But EA is hardly the only company guilty of milking their most popular franchises, in our 105th On Running Feud we turn our spotlight on one of the largest video game developers of all time, a company that is in serious need of a new IP!

Episode #104 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 104) - In our first On Running Feud since E3 we take a look at the uphill battle Sony is facing and why it might be in their best interest to lose. Defunct Games is not afraid to admit that we're a little worried about the future of the PlayStation, but there's no doubt that Sony needs to go back to the drawing board and get their priorities straight! Sony, it's time for a regime change. It's time you knew the taste of failure!

Episode #62 - Cyril Lachel tries to find something good to say about the Mario's Time Machine (Super NES) print ad. Trust me, it's bad. It's a horrible, awful, very bad ad. See what you think of this classic game advertisement when you read this episode of Commercial Break!

Episode #92 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 92) - This year just about every game critic agrees, Resident Evil 4 was the game of the year. With its amazing graphic, intriguing story, and tense moments Resident Evil 4 was able to breathe new life into the ailing franchise. In our 92nd episode of the On Running Feuds we explore what GamePro has against this game and why it's odd that they said it was the best game of 2005!

Episode #86 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 86) - If the D.A.R.E. program taught us anything it's that drugs are not the answer. They'll turn you into blathering fools who steal and beat people up to get enough money to supply their fix. But this "just say no" attitude is not shared by video game makers. In our 86th episode of the On Running Feuds we take a look and see what our youth is learning from popular video games and what Jack Thompson needs to do about it!

Episode #28 - Cyril Lachel tries to find something good to say about the Mario: Out of this World Sweepstakes print ad. Trust me, it's bad. It's a horrible, awful, very bad ad. See what you think of this classic game advertisement when you read this episode of Commercial Break!

Episode #75 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 75) - In our 75th episode of the On Running Feuds we take a look the Nintendo DS and all the third party companies that are trying to define what the "D" and the "S" stand for. Oh sure, you might think the "DS" is for Dual Screen, but after you read this article you might be surprised just how many stupid subtitles they can come up with by only using those two letters!

Episode #62 - In our 62nd episode of the On Running Feuds we delve into the similarities between Nintendo and Star Wars creator George Lucas. Here's a man who never seems to be pleased with his work, and it's starting to look like some of that is rubbing off on Big N. See what Nintendo is up to now and how it will effect you in the next generation!

Episode #61 - If you've bought a game at GameStop.com recently then chances are you've been hounded to reserve a game. But should GameStop.com be allowing people to reserve games that won't be out for over a year? What about if they lie about the date? Is GameStop.com tricking its customers into paying for something that might not come out for years? See for yourself inside!

Episode #47 - It had to be asked sooner or later, are games still relevant? Oh sure, games aren't going to disappear from the face of the planet or anything, but some of the themes might not make as much sense now as they did back then. In this four page article we get to the bottom of these themes and find out once and for all if games are still relevant.

It may not show off all the cool stuff the Nintendo DS can do, but it is a fun port of one of the best games of all time. If you can get around the control issue, you will be entertained for months to come.

It's not every year we get a Mario game that is this much fun. If you've never thought about owning a GameBoy Advance, this is about the best reason you will ever have for picking one up. Mario & Luigi is a masterpiece.

Episode #3 - I've Got Your Number (Ep. 3) - It's a fact of life, nobody likes to age. Every year Americans spend millions of dollars on soaps, creams, pills, sprays, and paints that will make them look younger. But what if you're a video game? Like real life, you lie about your age, or just ignore it all together. This is our third episode of I've Got Your Number, and we're about to explore one of the longest running trends for sequels!

Episode #1 - I've Got Your Number (Ep. 1) - In our second episode of I've Got Your Number we take a look at the number 1, and it's Only One Time Around for You! Today we're talking about games that couldn't even manage to get one sequel, let alone a full franchise. What are these games? Why would anybody want to play them? Find out when you read our second episode of I've Got Your Number!

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Episode #28 - It's the 28 Years of Christmas, our exclusive look at 28 of the most important moments in video game history. Will your favorite gaming moment make the list? Find out now when you jump into our very special daily look at the 28 Years of Christmas!

Episode #23 - It's the 28 Years of Christmas, our exclusive look at 28 of the most important moments in video game history. Will your favorite gaming moment make the list? Find out now when you jump into our very special daily look at the 28 Years of Christmas!

Episode #22 - It's the 28 Years of Christmas, our exclusive look at 28 of the most important moments in video game history. Will your favorite gaming moment make the list? Find out now when you jump into our very special daily look at the 28 Years of Christmas!

Episode #9 - It's the 28 Years of Christmas, our exclusive look at 28 of the most important moments in video game history. Will your favorite gaming moment make the list? Find out now when you jump into our very special daily look at the 28 Years of Christmas!

Episode #8 - It's the 28 Years of Christmas, our exclusive look at 28 of the most important moments in video game history. Will your favorite gaming moment make the list? Find out now when you jump into our very special daily look at the 28 Years of Christmas!

Episode #38 - These are the continuing adventures of The Cover Critic, the grumpy gamer who seems to hate every cover. This week one of these games tries to cheer up The Cover Critic: Star Fox Adventures, SOCOM, U.S. Navy Seals, .Hack, Super Mario Sunshine and Phantasy Star Online Episodes I and II.

Episode #32 - Defunct Games is proud to present the 33 Days of Christmas! This is a daily feature that will look at 33 of video gaming's best collectibles. Help us count down the holiday season with this exclusive look at the valuables we all want in our collections. This is the 33 Days of Christmas!

Episode #24 - Defunct Games is proud to present the 33 Days of Christmas! This is a daily feature that will look at 33 of video gaming's best collectibles. Help us count down the holiday season with this exclusive look at the valuables we all want in our collections. This is the 33 Days of Christmas!

Episode #11 - These are the continuing adventures of The Cover Critic, the grumpy gamer who seems to hate every cover. This week one of these games tries to cheer up The Cover Critic: Extreme G3, Mario Kart Super Circuit, World Series Baseball 2K2, NCAA College Football 2K2 and WWF Betrayal.

Episode #1 - These are the continuing adventures of The Cover Critic, the grumpy gamer who seems to hate every cover. This week one of these games tries to cheer up The Cover Critic: Twisted Metal Black, NBA Street, Sonic Adventure 2 and Super Mario Advance!

Episode #1 - It's our very first episode of the On Running Feuds, a look at the state of 64-Bit gaming. Was there a big difference between the Jaguar and the Nintendo 64? Find out when you delve deep into our very first article on the very first day!