Simon swings back into action in Super Castlevania IV, as featured in Volume 33 of Nintendo Power Magazine. Also featured is Mega Man 4, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and more.Featured MusicThe intro/outro music in this episode is

Metroid II - Nintendo Power 31 (Dec 1991)

Dec 23rd, 2021 56m 28s

Episode NotesGet ready to save the galaxy as we explore Volume 31 of Nintendo Power, featuring Metroid II: Return of Samus.Featured MusicThe intro/outro music in this episode is by Azure Flux, and used with permission. 🙂Kid Overdrive - Sur

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Bonus - Live at Tattooed Mom's (2019)

Nov 22nd, 2021 52m 54s

Episode NotesBonus - Live at Tattooed Mom's (2019)As I mentioned last episode, here's a quick bonus recording!In the summer of 2019 (remember those days?) I recorded an episode of Power Time in front of a live audience at Tattooed Mom's in P

Final Fantasy II – Nintendo Power Volume 30 (November 1991)

Nov 8th, 2021 59m 15s

30 years! That’s how far we’re blasting into the past to explore Volume 30 of Nintendo Power, featuring Final Fantasy II. The intro/outro music in…Read MoreFinal Fantasy II – Nintendo Power Volume 30 (November 1991)The post Final Fantasy II –

Final Fantasy II - Nintendo Power Volume 30 (November 1991)

Nov 7th, 2021 59m 15s

After a long hiatus, we're time traveling 30 years into the past to revisit the November 1991 issue of Nintendo Power, featuring Final Fantasy II!The intro/outro music in this episode is by Azure Flux, and used with permission. 🙂As always, y

Star Trek - Nintendo Power Volume 29 (October 1991)

Feb 28th, 2019 57m

Let us continue our journey through 1991 with Volume 29 of Nintendo Power magazine, featuring the NES title Star Trek on the cover!Top 10 Games (as ranked in the NES 30)...Super Mario Bros. 3TMNT II: The Arcade GameBattletoadsFinal Fant

Super Mario World - Nintendo Power Volume 28 (September 1991)

Jan 31st, 2019 1h 5m

After a long extended podcasting hiatus, let's ring in 2019 with a super look at the Super Nintendo's debut title, Super Mario World, and the rest of Volume 28 of Nintendo Power magazine! Special thanks for Run Jump Stomp, New Game Plus, and Da

Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge – Nintendo Power Volume 27 (August 1991)

May 31st, 2018 1h

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Robin Hood – Nintendo Power Volume 26 (July 1991)

Jan 11th, 2018 45m 59s

Does the hottest summer film of 1991 translate into the hottest NES game? We’ll find out in this episode of Power Time, featuring Volume 26… Read MoreRobin Hood – Nintendo Power Volume 26 (July 1991) The post Robin Hood – Nintendo Power Volume

Q&A with Chris Johnston – SNES DLC

Dec 28th, 2017 26m 19s

Back with a quick interview featuring one of my favorite podcast hosts, Chris Johnston of the Player One Podcast. Had a blast talking with Chris… Read MoreQ&A with Chris Johnston – SNES DLC The post Q&A with Chris Johnston – SNES DLC appeared f

Battletoads – Nintendo Power Volume 25 (June 1991)

Dec 22nd, 2017 59m 56s

Battle your way through one of the most challenging NES titles to grace the system. Let’s dig into the history and memories of the June… Read MoreBattletoads – Nintendo Power Volume 25 (June 1991) The post Battletoads – Nintendo Power Volume 25

The Game Awards, Patreon, and a Holiday Podcast Update

Dec 8th, 2017 8m 38s

Quick podcast update on the next episode, Patreon and The Game Awards! Intro/outro music in this episode is by Azure Flux, and used with permission.… Read MoreThe Game Awards, Patreon, and a Holiday Podcast Update The post The Game Awards, Patr

Vice: Project Doom – Nintendo Power Volume 24 (May 1991)

Dec 1st, 2017 45m 57s

You want action? You want adventure? You want futuristic intergalactic narcotics division espionage mystery action and adventure? You got it with Volume 24 of Nintendo… Read MoreVice: Project Doom – Nintendo Power Volume 24 (May 1991) The post

[BONUS] Super Mario Odyssey SPOILERCAST via Switch Craft

Nov 23rd, 2017 1h

Happy United States Thanksgiving! I am super thankful for you– the incredible listener that keeps me podcasting. I’m also thankful for Nintendo and my favorite… Read More[BONUS] Super Mario Odyssey SPOILERCAST via Switch Craft The post [BONUS]

Power Blade – Nintendo Power Volume 23 (Apr 1991)

Nov 14th, 2017 57m 26s

Those pesky sentient mega computers are always trying to take over the world! In this episode of Power Time, we dive into the April 1991… Read MorePower Blade – Nintendo Power Volume 23 (Apr 1991) The post Power Blade – Nintendo Power Volume 23

Q&A with Tony Ponce – Power Blade DLC

Nov 10th, 2017 33m 29s

So, I’m releasing the Power Blade DLC before the proper episode! Too many conflicts this week to finalize, but should be good to go early… Read MoreQ&A with Tony Ponce – Power Blade DLC The post Q&A with Tony Ponce – Power Blade DLC appeared fi

Metal Storm – Nintendo Power Volume 22 (Mar 1991)

Nov 2nd, 2017 47m 31s

Gravity-defying mega mech action? I’ll take it. In this episode of Power Time, we explore the March 1991 issue of Nintendo Power which features IREM’s Metal… Read MoreMetal Storm – Nintendo Power Volume 22 (Mar 1991) The post Metal Storm – Nint

Q&A with David Oxford – StarTropics DLC

Oct 31st, 2017 17m 30s

David Oxford, our guest commentator on the StarTropics episode of Power Time, is an accomplished video game and popular culture journalist. David contributes for a… Read MoreQ&A with David Oxford – StarTropics DLC The post Q&A with David Oxford

StarTropics – Nintendo Power Volume 21 (Feb 1991)

Oct 27th, 2017 1h 10m

How do you fight the wintry February doldrums? With a tropical adventure on C-Island of course! In this episode of Power Time, we accompany Mike… Read MoreStarTropics – Nintendo Power Volume 21 (Feb 1991) The post StarTropics – Nintendo Power V

Q&A with Salvatore Pane – Mega Man 3 DLC

Oct 24th, 2017 27m 39s

Salvatore Pane, our guest expert on the last episode of Power Time, is an accomplished writer, novelist, professor, and video game collector. Salvatore was born… Read MoreQ&A with Salvatore Pane – Mega Man 3 DLC The post Q&A with Salvatore Pane

Mega Man 3 – Nintendo Power Volume 20 (Jan 1991)

Oct 20th, 2017 1h 23m

Welcome to Season 2 of Power Time! This season, we’re tackling all 12 issues from 1991, a landmark year for Nintendo, which saw the release… Read MoreMega Man 3 – Nintendo Power Volume 20 (Jan 1991) The post Mega Man 3 – Nintendo Power Volume 2

SNES Classic Giveaway!

Oct 12th, 2017 7m 55s

Power Time Podcast is back! New episodes starting next Thursday, October 19th! To celebrate, I’m giving away a new-in-box SNES Classic. Click here for more… Read MoreSNES Classic Giveaway! The post SNES Classic Giveaway! appeared first on Ninte

Nintendo Direct recap, question of the week, and the end of summer – Summer of Streaming

Sep 14th, 2017 23m 49s

Welcome back to Power Time! Here’s a response episode to Nintendo’s recent Nintendo Direct, a quick look at your question of the week answers, and the… Read MoreNintendo Direct recap, question of the week, and the end of summer – Summer of Stre

Hurricane Harvey Relief Streams

Sep 1st, 2017 3m 45s

I’ll be streaming tonight (Friday) and tomorrow night (Saturday) around 8-8:30ish EST in an effort to raise funds for Hurricane Harvey relief. I’d love for… Read MoreHurricane Harvey Relief Streams The post Hurricane Harvey Relief Streams appea

Nintendo Q&A with Extra Lives – Summer of Streaming

Sep 1st, 2017 43m 52s

Get ready for some four-player action with your new favorite band, Extra Lives! In this interview with all four members of the video game music… Read MoreNintendo Q&A with Extra Lives – Summer of Streaming The post Nintendo Q&A with Extra Lives