Archive for the ‘Super NES’ Category
Super Nintoaster Plays SNES Games
March 22nd, 2009 by Sean
If you prefer video game consoles that look like common kitchen appliances, I’ve got a special treat for you:
This console project was built by BenHeck.com contributor Richard DaLuz (aka Vomitsaw). This thing is so cool, but sadly is doesn’t make toast anymore 
For your inner technology geek, the whole project was fully documented complete with pictures.
Richard also put up a video on YouTube so you can see the thing in action playing Super Metroid.
Giant SNES Controller
January 25th, 2009 by Mik H.
From the makers of the giant Atari Joystick and NES Controller comes… the ginormous SNES Bone controller (for those with big hands), go ahead play some Chrono Trigger, better yet ActRaiser.
This thing is rad, but is it functional? Uh, well that’s debatable, however it’s really cool and worthy of a mention here on Modern Classic Gaming.
Just imagine playing a few rounds of Super Punch Out with this controller. You could totally punch the buttons. Knock out! Read the rest of this entry…
Super Nintendo: Street Fighter 2
January 14th, 2009 by Sean
Street Fighter 2 revolutionized fighting video games when it hit the scene back in the early 1990′s.
As a matter of fact, this was the main reason that so many people, including myself, ran out and purchased a Super Nintendo console.
Since this cartridge was nearly arcade-perfect and only available for the SNES, it spelled the beginning of the end of Sega’s console dominance.
The game’s eight diverse fighters hail from all over the world, and each has their own distinctive fighting style. Read the rest of this entry…
SNES: DKC3 – Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble
January 13th, 2009 by Sean
The last of the Super NES Donkey Kong Country games marks a solid entry, but the series appears to be running out of steam.
Sure the graphics look terrific and there are some minor new features, but we’ve played this game before.
In this installment of Nintendo’s Donkey Kong Country, Dixie Kong is joined by a new character named Kiddy Kong, a cute baby ape. Read the rest of this entry…
SNES: Gradius III
December 15th, 2008 by Sean
In the arcade, Gradius III was one of the most insanely difficult games you could ever encounter.
The SNES version of this side-scrolling space shooter is much easier, which is probably a good thing.
The key to the game is collecting pods to cash in for weapons and power-ups.
There’s quite a bit of strategy involved in selecting the proper power-up for the situation. Read the rest of this entry…
Christmas Holiday-Themed Games
December 9th, 2008 by Sean
Christmas is just around the corner. Winter is starting to set in, it’s getting colder which is perfect “stay inside” gaming weather.
I thought it would be fun to mention a couple Modern Classic Gaming favorites that have that special “Christmas holiday vibe” to them. Read on my friends.
First up Diddy Kong Racing for the Nintendo 64:
So why Diddy Kong Racing? I know it’s not a Christmas game per se, but Diddy Kong Racing’s Snowflake Mountain tracks have an undeniable Christmas theme. There are lighted Christmas trees all over the snow-covered landscape and giant candy canes marking the finish line.
The best track is the Frosty Village. Set at night, the windows and streetlamps cast a warm yellow glow on the snow. Best of all, the excellent music is clearly derived from the song Winter Wonderland.
If you’re looking for something to play this Christmas but don’t have any Christmas games, Diddy Kong Racing will do the trick.
Next up, Batman Returns for the Super Nintendo:
Yes, I know Batman Returns may seem like an oddball game to mention as a holiday-themed game but it clearly takes place during the holidays.
There’s snow on the ground, huge lighted Christmas trees, and holiday displays in department store windows. Heck, even the clown villains emerge from a giant Christmas present.
So now it’s your turn. Can you think of any classic retro video games that have a holiday-theme?
Don’t take the easy road and pick something like Toy Commander Christmas Surprise for the Sega Dreamcast. Try to mention something that isn’t obvious just by the game title alone.
SNES: Batman Returns
November 20th, 2008 by Sean
If you thought Batman Returns was good on the Sega Genesis, you’ll be blown away by this remarkable SNES game. With a completely different look and feel, this plays more like Streets of Rage or Final Fight. In contrast to the dark, grainy graphics of the Genesis version, the visuals here look bright and crisp.
Batman Returns more or less follows the film’s storyline, with the Catwoman and Penguin serving as the main villains. The fluidly-animated characters are absolutely huge, and the fighting action is top-notch. Not only can you execute the obligatory punches, jump-kicks, and throws, but you can actually fling enemies into the background scenery. I can’t put into words how satisfying it is to toss a thug through a department store window.
You’ll need to beat down belligerent clowns of all sizes, including fire-blowers, sword-swallowers, jugglers, and skull-headed motorcyclists – to name just a few. Should you find yourself between two enemies, you can grab them both and bash their heads together. Read the rest of this entry…
SNES: Zombies Ate My Neighbors
November 19th, 2008 by Sean
In this lighthearted SNES shooter, Konami parodies a number of classic horror films to good effect.
Released at a time when Nintendo didn’t allow blood in their games, Konami made the graphics in Zombies Ate My Neighbors appear cartoonish and whimsical in order to tone down the violence.
Playing as a boy or girl, your character must rescue a certain number of civilians from rampaging monsters in a series of imaginative overhead stages.
You’ll make use of unconventional weapons like water guns, pop sickles, and exploding 6-packs. Items you can collect include a potion that temporarily transforms you into a super-monster. Read the rest of this entry…