Cartridge Command

Eric and Nick finally head down into the depths of a truly massive dungeon in the exciting conclusion of Legacy of the Wizard! After having a general chat, we take this game down crown by crown! But h...

Eric and Nick blast off to adventure with Cybernator for the SNES! We review this classic mecha run' n' gun and try our hardest to avoid comparing it to Metal Warriors (spoiler: we don't). Listen up!...

Nick and Eric battle their way into the Fortified Zone! Listen in as we try to figure out what the heck is going on in this so-called zone. Also, please visit https://gofund.me/23b4a5263 to help Dieg...

Dale and Nick continue their adventure in the unnamed world of Mystic Quest! Listen in as we chat generally about the game and recount our tales of rescuing two more crystals! ...

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In this episode, Eric and Nick are off to McDonaldland to help Ronald recover his Magic Bag! Is M.C. Kids a delicious meal, or is it undercooked? What is CosMc? Why doesn't Officer Big Mac just arrest...

In this episode we take a look at Biker Mice From Mars, a racing game based on the 90's cartoon of the same name. Listen in as we take a look under the hood. Does Biker Mice still handle well? Or does...

Help! Eric and Nick are stranded on a remote island! Join us around our kindling as we discuss this Gameboy title. We fireside chat about the island's flora and fauna, what it takes to survive, and ho...

This episode Eric and Nick take a look at Quackshot for the Sega Genesis/ Megadrive. Is this game a hit, or does Quackshot miss the mark? Grab your plunger gun & join us to find out!...

Monsteropolis needs our help! Eric and Nick take on Dr.Wily in the original Mega Man on NES! How does it hold up? Is the storied difficulty as bad as they say? What does Journey have to do with this? ...

In this episode, Eric and Nick head to Metropolis in Superman for the NES! Over the years, Superman hasn't usually fared well in video game adaptations, is this 1987 title more of the same? What's a c...

Eric and Nick revisit an old friend, Super C! We chat about all things C before battling our way past hordes of alien mind-controlled soldiers, then hunker down for a review....

In this episode, Eric and Nick have a general chat about the idiosyncrasies of Golden Axe Warrior before continuing the quest to murder Death Adder and save the world! Also review....

Eric and Nick journey into the world of Golden Axe Warrior! This week we delve into this shameless Zelda clone's history, gameplay, take a peep at the manual, and finally begin the quest in earnest! L...

Eric and Nick dust off their Dragon Swords to battle evil in Ninja Gaiden Shadow on Gameboy! We review the game and answer the age-old handheld question: How does it compare to its' console version? L...

This episode, Eric and Nick explore Arkista's Ring for the NES! Is this rarely heard-from game an overlooked hidden gem? Does it hold up after over 30 years? Why do we hate ninjas so much? Tune in and...

Eric and Nick slither their way uphill while reviewing this NES title from Rare. How does this oddball hold up? Is it better than a tongue lashing? Do you have to be European to platform isometrically...

This week, Eric and Nick discuss their general thoughts on this unique game before returning to and finishing the search for Eden. What was Gaia's plan for us and the Earth? What has been manipulating...

Eric and Nick dive into ancient waters in their first foray into E.V.O.! Join us as we break down the game's history, discuss our personal histories with it, and attempt to devour every living thing u...

Eric and Nick are joined by Dale in another Off-Duty episode! We chat about what we've been up to during our unplanned vacation, what we've been playing lately (both retro- and not) as well play an un...

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

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

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

At long last, Dale and Nick return to Seattle! It's time to take a look at Shadowrun on the Sega Genesis. We discuss the many differences between it and it's SNES counterpart and spend some time delvi...

This week, the Cartridge Commandos venture to the besieged world of Atomica to help against the Nukies! We tackle Atomic Punk for the Gameboy, a game in the Bomberman family. Does it live up to it's p...

It's awards season! Eric and Nick are joined by Dale to discuss the '93 Nesters! Listen in and hear our thoughts on the winners, losers, and sometimes perplexing nominations!...

In this episode, Eric and Nick speak of the devil! Devil World, that is! We review this lesser-known effort from such luminaries as Shigeru Miyamoto, Koji Kondo, and Takashi Tezuka. How does it's earl...

Eric and Nick finish up their re-coverage of Super Mario Bros! We take a look at our personal histories, chat generally, break down the game from world 2-1 to 8-4, and finally review this classic game...

Eric and Nick revisit a classic game you may have heard of: Super Mario Bros! Listen in as we talk about some SMB history, gameplay, and take a look at the manual before liberating World One from the ...

Eric and Nick flip, climb, and slash their way through Run Saber for SNES! We discuss and review this action platformer and ponder the origins of the villainous Dr. Bruford's name....

This week, Eric and Nick are freed from a hard labor camp to fight for America! And rescue POWs! Join us as we battle our way through several jungles and a cave full of mysterious glowing stone faces ...

The President has been kidnapped by ninjas! Are you a bad enough dude to listen in?...

This is it! Eric and Nick have Butch Cavendish on the run! After taking some time for a general chat, we hop back in the saddle for more western adventures! Then we go to great guns to slaughter the r...

This week, Eric and Nick don masks and journey back to the old west to rescue the President! Join us as we help townsfolk and slaughter the male population of several cities! Is this game an unsung he...

This week, Eric and Nick take a look at Avenging Spirit for the Gameboy! Does this game have what it takes to possess our affections? Can they rescue the kidnapped Gennifer? Will we solve the mystery ...

At long last, Eric returns! This week, he and Nick resume the quest to free the world from Tanzra's evil! We have some general chat, finish off the level-by-level, and review Actraiser 2!...

This week, Dale and Nick battle their way through Street Fighter 2010: The Final Fight for the NES. We explore how this outlier fits into the Street Fighter franchise and ponder the mysteries of Cybot...

Strap on your skates, Cartridge Commandos! This week Dale and Nick take on Rollergames for the NES! We take a look at the truly bizarre TV show of the same name before giving the game our usual deep d...

This is it! Dale and Nick will finally face the nefarious Drake and finally uncover the secrets of the plot against Jake Armitage! Then, after setting things right in future Seattle, it's review time,...

Dale and Nick return to 2050 Seattle to solve the mystery of why Jake Armitage was geeked! Who would do this and why? Why is a sinister Jester spirit antagonizing us? Does it count as a clown? Why are...

This week, Dale and Nick return to the mysterious case of Jake Armitage and the conspiracy against him in our coverage of Shadowrun on the SNES. We take a look at the game's manual, discuss our person...

Dale and Nick join to forces to explore the dystopian future of 2050 in Shadowrun! In this episode, we discuss the game's history and it's unique gameplay before tearing into some level-by-level! List...

The evil demon Tanzra has returned! Only Eric and Nick can save the good people's souls from the seven deadly sins! Join us on this noble quest as we talk about this late-ish SNES title and sequel to ...

Eric and Nick welcome Dale back for another Off- Duty! We discuss our recent gaming habits, dip into the mail bag, and Eric cheats shamelessly at a quiz!...

This week Eric and Nick do a double take on Double Dragon! We will compare and contrast the game's port on the Sega Master System with last episode's NES version. Which one will come out ahead? Who is...

It's time to take a look at a classic NES staple, Double Dragon! Join Eric and Nick as they battle their way through the possibly-post-apocalyptic streets of a city to save Marion! And a cat!...

It's time to save the world by punching! Eric and Nick join forces to take on the evil General Gus Grover in Shatterhand on the NES. How does the late NES title fare nowadays? Is it a hidden gem? Or m...

This week, Eric and Nick take on Trax! How does this Gameboy tale of the little tank that could hold up? How does Eric feel about tiny motorcycle sprites? Find out the answers to these questions and m...

Eric and Nick are back and ready to race for their lives in Top Gear for the SNES! Listen in as two automotive numbskulls check out this old school racer!...

Eric and Nick tackle a somewhat lesser known title for the Sega Genesis, Valis 3! Is it worth the time check out this anime- inspired action platformer, or does it fall short? Tune in and find out!...