Legion Gaming Podcast

Episode 13: Donkey Kong Country (SNES)

We wanted to close the year out with a big one, today we're covering Donkey Kong Country on the Super Nintendo. DKC bookended a great year for the SNES (with Mega Man X coming out early 1994) and we revisited this classic to see how well it holds up. We go into Rare's development with the SGI workstations and how Diddy Kong was almost "Dinky Kong," Nintendo's huge marketing push and what reviewers thought at the time. Deucy and I share our playthroughs along with bosses and levels we loved and hated and a whole lot more. This episode the first in our series as we'll also cover DKC2, DKC3, and see how long it takes Donkey Kong 64 to drive us bananas with its collectibles.
Next episode: Donkey Kong Country 2 (SNES)
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Episode 12: Christmas Gaming Memories

This week we're doing something a little different for our first holiday episode. Deucy and I, and many other gamers, have lots of fondness for Christmas since it usually meant we were getting new games or systems so we thought it'd be fun to share our favorite Christmas memories. Deucy talks about getting his Super Nintendo, I talk about how I dodged a Jaguar sized bullet by getting a PS1, and we go into games that remind us of the holiday season.  Pour yourself a beverage in your Griswold moose mug, nestle into your 1990s Nintendo Low Rocker gaming chair and prepare to feel festive and nostalgic as we share our Christmas gaming memories!
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Episode 11: Our Favorite And Most Hated Consoles...OF ALL TIME

In this episode, Deucy and I talk about our favorite console of all time and some of the WORST consoles we've ever owned or played. You'll get to know us and our tastes a little better after listening to this episode. We've played just about everything from the Atari 2600 to today so some choices may surprise you and some choices may disgust you. We talk about the original console wars and more including Sega's uphill battle with the Dreamcast facing the PS2, Nintendo's failures, and Tiger's own portable misery the Game.Com. Join us and then share your favorites!
 
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Episode 10: The Final Verdict on Aladdin - Genesis vs SNES

What more can you say about Aladdin? A lot, actually. In this episode, Deucy and I take a dive into the Cave of Wonder and decide what version makes the escape with the magic lamp. We talk about the differences between both versions and which one we think is the best between the two. We'll share how closely Disney worked with Virgin games on the Genesis version and what developer was originally approached to develop it. You'll have to listen to find out which game had an Aladdin easter egg in it!
 
Join us on a magic carpet ride and discover a whole new world through two of the most memorable games on the Super Nintendo and Genesis! Press Start to Continue
 
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Episode 9: Our Best and Worst Games of 2023

2023 is quickly closing and it's been one of the best years in gaming ever. The last time releases were this great was in 1998 with games like Metal Gear Solid, Half-Life, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Starcraft and countless others. In this episode, our friends Mike and Randy join us to talk about our favorite games we played in 2023 but also dive in to games we thought were disappointing. There's bound to be some controversial takes with a list that includes Dave the Diver, Street Fighter 6, Spider-Man 2, Forza Motorsport, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Starfield, Super Mario Wonder, and even some retro picks! Pour yourself a nice class of crisp and refreshing Surge soda and find out what each of us thought was our 2023 Game of the Year. Press Start to Continue!
 
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Episode 8: Mortal Kombat 30th Anniversary (Genesis/SNES)

Prepare yourself! The original Mortal Kombat ports were released on September 13th, 1993 and in this episode Deucy and I celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the series and compare the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis versions. We talk about the development and release of the arcade, how fatalities were introduced, the origins of the mysterious and hidden green ninja Reptile, the GameGear and GameBoy ports, and which version we prefer. We dive into the history of the iconic blood code and how the ESRB ratings system was created because U.S. Congress was upset about video game violence! Mortal Kombat has cemented its legacy into gaming history and we had a lot of fun talking about our memories - you might be surprised that one of us thinks the SNES version is better! There is no knowledge that is not power so join us as we immerse ourselves in 30 years of MORTAL KOMBAT!
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Episode 7: Our Top 10 Resident Evil Games

Itchy, tasty. Resident Evil debuted on the Playstation in 1996 and codified the survival horror genre. 27 years and nearly as many games later, this franchise has grown to be one of the biggest and most impactful in all of video games. For Deucy and I, Resident Evil is one of our favorite series EVER. In this episode, both of us are excited to share our personal Top 10 Resident Evil games. We cover the history of the series, the movies, the books, some of the toys, and a lot more in this horror filled retrospective. There's even a bit of discussion on some of the spin-offs like Resident Evil Gaiden for the GameBoy Color and we managed to slip in Resident Evil: Survivor for the PS1 thanks to a special guest list from my brother Bob. You'll hear everything from PS1, Dreamcast, PS2, Gamecube, PS5 and yes - even the Game.Com. Get your ink ribbons ready -  We're here to save your day and share memories and so much more about RESIDENT. EVILLLLLLL
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Episode 6: Diddy Kong Racing (N64)

In this week's episode, Deucy and I jump in the driver seat of a very unique kart racer for the Nintendo 64 - Diddy Kong Racing! Originally released in December 1997, DKR filled a holiday release gap for the N64. This game has a far more interesting history than you may expect with it originally starting out as an RTS (Real-Time Strategy) game that was totally unrelated to Diddy Kong. We talk about the development of the game, the "Real Time Dynamic Animation" tool/buzzword that was prevalent in magazines, and how Diddy Kong ultimately ended up being the star of the show. I talk about my experience playing through much of the Adventure Mode for the first time in over two decades and why this mode needs to make a comeback in the next Mario Kart game. We also dive into our memories of the game and inevitably compare the difference between DKR and Mario Kart 64. Strap in to your aeroplane, kart, hovercraft, or couch and enjoy our scenic drive through one of the N64's best racing games!
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Episode 5: Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire (N64)

A long time ago, 27 years to be exact, in a galaxy not so far away Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire for the Nintendo 64 released. In our special fifth episode, we revisit one of the N64's earliest greats and talk about the media project that was Shadows of the Empire, long before Disney took over and made it the norm. We dive into the history of the series, the development of the game, and chat through each of the levels. We've have a lot of fond memories of Shadows of the Empire and some not so fond - like the game's bosses that just get more and more difficult (in a bad way) as the game goes on.  We also go into review from the time to tell you what some popular gaming magazines thought when it released and why Nintendo Power said to stay away from the Jedi difficulty.
 
Don't miss this retro gaming love letter to one of our favorite N64 games in this Star Wars packed episode!  Join us, padawans, as we guide you through the Shadows of the Empire saga. Press Start to Continue
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Episode 4: Batman: The Video Game (NES)

In our fourth episode, Deucy and I revisit Batman: The Video Game for NES! We talk about what we've been playing lately and then dive into Batman's development history, how Sunsoft got the Batman movie license, and try to piece together why Batman has a gun in one version of the game. I also share my experience playing through the entire game (the first time I've ever beaten it!) and talk about the gauntlet and test of endurance that is Level 5-2. You'll also hear about the different ports and how Batman eventually came to the Nintendo. Like the Joker said in the movie, "If you gotta go, go with a smile" - join us for a dance in the pale moonlight and enjoy our breakdown of one of the best licensed games on the NES. Press Start to Continue!
 
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