#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.63 Ranma ½: Datou, Ganso Musabetsu Kakutou-ryuu! (PCE CD). A fighting game based on the anime. The moveset is limited, but the charging meter is actually really fun to use. The presentation is also top notch with voiced, animated cutscenes between fights.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.62 Battle Mania Daiginjō (MD). English patch by Jon Najar. A sight to behold! This is one of the best looking and sounding games on the system. The gameplay (and the humorous cutscenes) are excellent too. Though tough, you should check it out, for sure!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.61 Time Bokan Series: Bokan to Ippatsu! Doronbo (SAT).In this shmup, you actually play as the villains for a change. It's the typical over-the-top JP weirdness. The spritework is also amazing, but the some of the sound effects do get grating after a while.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.60 Ninku: Tsuyokina Yatsura No Daigekitotsu! (SAT). The sprites look nice, but the gameplay is bare-bones. Also, despite 3D arenas, the game barely uses that dimension meaningfully, making it feel like a missed opportunity rather than an advantage.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.59 Moero TwinBee: Cinnamon-hakase o Sukue! (FC). Localized in the West as Stinger, the JP version contains more dialogue and extra scenes. While I prefer TwinBee 3, this is an excellent shmup, though I think some of the stages go on for a bit too long.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.58 TwinBee 3 - Poko Poko Dai Maou (FC). Patch by Demiforce. What an absolute delight! The levels of this very forgiving Konami shmup, while fun, are pretty standard, but the bosses are one of the most creative and hilarious on the FC. 100% recommended!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.57 Flying Hero: Bugyuru no Daibouken (SFC). Patch by KingMike. The chaotic homing power-up system can be frustrating and your large sprite make it easy to get hit, but the colorful graphics, abundant health pickups,and overall silliness make it worthwhile.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.56 Kerokerokeroppi no Daibouken 2: Donuts Ike ha Oosawagi! (FC). Translation Patch by The Spoony Bard. Again one I've played before, but is fun to come back to. It looks and sounds great, though it's also very easy and short. Shame it was never localized.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.55 Kerokerokeroppi no Daibouken (FC). Patch by Gaijin Productions. This is a puzzle game where you have to complete various (jumping) puzzles in each stage, before moving on. While it's never really hard or long, it is very fun and well worth checking out!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.54 Keroppi to Keroriinu no Splash Bomb! (FC).Patch by Six Feet Under. Basically a non-linear bomberman with water balloons. It's actually a really cool maze game and you can't get hurt by your own water blasts either. Well worth your time, go check it out!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.53 Hello Kitty no Ohanabatake (FC).A game where you water plants. It's more complicated than it sounds, though and it's actually pretty fun. I played this a two years ago and it I'm pleased to say it does hold up. Just don't expect a masterpiece obviously.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.52 Hello Kitty World (FC). Translation Patch by Flake. A remake of the original GB title, only this time with the Hello Kitty license. The game is exacly the same as the GB version, but it benefits from a winder screen making it easier and more playable.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.51 Balloon Kid (GB). A competent but unremarkable follow-up to Balloon Fight. The shift to a side-scrolling format works, but the gameplay feels repetitive and can be unfair sometimes. It’s pleasant enough, though ultimately not very memorable.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.50 Hello Kitty Magical Museum (GBC). Patch by DokiDoki. It's short and easy (obviously), but this puzzle game is surprisingly fun. Open and close doors and change directional arrows to have Kitty run to the exit. If you have a few minutes, give it a go!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.49 Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind (SNES). This game is bad. Really bad. Even with the "Less bad" patch by NoPlo it's still bad. One hit deaths, floaty controls, terrible level design...At least I finally beat this childhood nemesis. Avoid!!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.48 Penguin-Kun Wars (FC).Compared to the GB version I played earlier, I actually preferred that one. It features different characters and feels a bit easier. The FC version sticks closer to the original ARC release. Still, it’s a fun game, so check it out!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.47 Penguin Wars (GB).A fun little action game where the goal to get as much balls to the opponents side as possible. The dodge-and-throw gameplay keeps matches tense, even with its minimal presentation. It’s not deep, but it’s a fun pick-up-and-play game.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.46 Bust-A-Move '99 (N64). The good thing about this franchise is that there are so many of them! I've really come to love this series. This outing is pretty good too, though some levels can be a bit tough with the fixed diamonds. Regardless, recommended!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.45 Tiny Toon Adventures: Babs' Big Break (GB). Color patch by B. Newman. One of my favorite games from my childhood, improved by this excellent color patch. Romhackers are truly like wizards! The game is great in general, so be sure to check this one out!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.44 Megami Tensei Gaiden: Last Bible (GG). Patch by Supper. A remake of the original GB title, this is a pretty traditional turn-based RPG. In other words, exactly the kind I enjoy! The Monster catching is interesting and battle graphics are really nice.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.43 Super Mario World (SNES). My yearly playthrough of this game. It was the first game I owned and as such I've played it to death. Yet, the fact that each playthrough is still very enjoyable is testament to the quality of the game. My favorite 2d Mario!

I heard that too, but No, I didn't, because I played it as quickly as I could (without using the whistles), because I just wanted to beat it for the bingo (banger square). I do want to check them out later though.

Good to hear! It's one to check out for sure and it plays great on Switch.
It's very often on sale too 👍

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.42 Knights of the Round (SNES). Together with King of Dragons and Streets of Rage 2, this game was one of our go-to brawlers back in the day for me and my buddies. It's still great and It's cool seeing your charater level up and getting better armor, too.

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.41 Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3. (GBA). While I prefer the SNES remake (of the NES original) this port is based on (especially music-wise), it's still a very decent port of a beloved classic. One of my favorite 2D Mario's for sure.

Absolutely man. I had a really great time. Be sure to check it out, if you can 😀.

@gohobogo.bsky.social said so too, so I'm greatly looking forward to playing the sequel in due time!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.40 Dark Deity (NSW). Someone should really bring this game to the @indiequestpod.com, as this indie tactics RPG is nothing short of amazing! Great gameplay, great graphics, great music and loads of character customization options. Highly recommended!

#JustBeatIt @polykillpodcast.bsky.social No.39 Small Saga (PC). What a great turn-based RPG! The pixel art, music and world building are all top-notch. The characters are distinct and likable, and the writing in general was very good. Gameplay-wise it's very easy, but still enjoyable. Recommended!

I think 5 has the best multiplayer. It's so much fun! Especially with four people couch co-op.