Terrible Gamers Podcast

Welcome to The Terrible Gamers Podcast! 🎮🎙️ Join hosts Kevin and Kyle as they dive deep into the world of retro video games, debating classic gaming topics, ranking the best (and worst) retro titles, and sharing nostalgic memories from the golden age of gaming. From NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and beyond, we cover everything from 8-bit and 16-bit classics to hidden gems and legendary gaming debates. If you love retro gaming discussions, video game podcasts, and reliving the best (and most terrible) moments in gaming history, this is the channel for you! Subscribe now for weekly episodes packed with nostalgic gaming content, hilarious debates, and everything in between. #RetroGaming #GamingPodcast #ClassicGames #VideoGameDebate #NES #SNES #SegaGenesis #OldSchoolGaming
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Episodes



5 days ago
5 days ago
Ep. 46 – Cowabunga Chaos! Kevin & Kyle vs. TMNT (NES) 🐢🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
In this bodacious episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle dive shell-first into one of the most notoriously difficult NES classics—Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the Nintendo Entertainment System! It’s pixelated pizza power vs. retro rage as our heroes in a half shell take on sewer mazes, electrified seaweed, and relentless Foot Clan enemies. If you've ever wondered why this game has a reputation for NES-level brutality, you're about to find out. Whether you're a lifelong fan of TMNT, grew up with classic 8-bit games, or just want to relive the rage-inducing underwater dam level, this playthrough is packed with retro gaming nostalgia, hilarious commentary, and plenty of fails. Expect classic Konami music, impossible jumps, and debates over which turtle is best (it’s Donatello, right?). Will Kevin and Kyle survive the chaos, or will Shredder have the last laugh?
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Intro Music - Tenacious D, "Video Games"
Music Used in this Podcast: Song - Video Games
Artist - Tenacious D Album - Video Games
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5 days ago
5 days ago
Vs. 33 – TMNT Turtle Showdown! 🐢 Which Hero Reigns Supreme on the NES? | Terrible Gamers Podcast
In this high-stakes retro gaming versus challenge, hosts Kevin and Kyle face off in a pixel-powered debate to decide once and for all: Which Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle is the best to use in the classic NES game? Is it Donatello’s reach? Leonardo’s balance? Raphael’s speed? Or Michelangelo’s style? Join us as we break down gameplay mechanics, strengths and weaknesses, and unforgettable moments from the notoriously difficult Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (NES) game by Konami. With classic side-scrolling action, brutal enemy placement, and the infamous underwater level, TMNT on the Nintendo Entertainment System is no joke—and choosing the right turtle could mean the difference between victory and rage-quit. Whether you’re a lifelong TMNT fan, an 8-bit gaming enthusiast, or just love some good old-fashioned retro video game debates, this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast is for you.
🐢 Cast your vote in the comments and let us know which turtle you rolled with back in the day!
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Monday Apr 28, 2025
Ep. 45 - Mega Man Mayhem! Can We Beat It for the First Time? ⚡🎮
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Ep. 45 - Mega Man Mayhem! Can We Beat It for the First Time? ⚡🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
In Ep. 45 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle take on a retro gaming giant—Mega Man for the NES—and attempt to beat it for the very first time! Believe it or not, Kyle has never played Mega Man before, and Kevin barely remembers the stages, making this the ultimate blind run filled with classic 8-bit chaos, hilarious fails, and hard-earned victories.
Watch as our hosts fumble, learn, and laugh their way through the brutal stages of Capcom’s legendary action-platformer, battling Robot Masters, dodging insta-death traps, and mastering that ever-frustrating jump physics. Whether you’re a longtime Mega Man fan or someone who loves watching retro gamers suffer through NES difficulty, this is the episode for you!
Expect plenty of fun commentary, retro game nostalgia, first-time reactions, and Mega Buster madness in this unforgettable quest to conquer a true 8-bit classic.
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Intro Music - Tenacious D, "Video Games"Music Used in this Podcast: Song - Video GamesArtist - Tenacious DAlbum - Video Games
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Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Vs. 32 - Mega Man Level Showdown! What's the Easiest Stage with No Weapons? 🔵💥 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
In Vs. 32 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle dive into the iconic world of Mega Man (NES) to settle one of the most debated questions in retro gaming: Which level in the original Mega Man is the easiest to beat without any extra weapons?
No upgrades. No power-ups. Just raw platforming skill and Mega Buster precision. Is it Cut Man's stage? Bomb Man's? Maybe Guts Man's (gulp)? Watch as Kevin and Kyle each defend their pick and battle it out in a head-to-head challenge that’s part gaming analysis, part hilarious chaos.
Whether you're a hardcore Mega Man fan, a retro gaming enthusiast, or just love seeing your favorite old-school games broken down and discussed, this episode is loaded with NES nostalgia, strategic breakdowns, and classic 8-bit frustration.
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Monday Apr 14, 2025
Ep. 44 - The Castlevania Gauntlet! Conquering Castlevania 1 & 2 🦇🎮
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Ep. 44 - The Castlevania Gauntlet! Conquering Castlevania 1 & 2 🦇🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
Kevin and Kyle take on not one, but TWO legendary NES classics in Ep. 44 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast! This time, they dive deep into Castlevania (1986) and Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest (1987) to experience the best (and worst) of early vampire-hunting action!
Will they survive the brutal platforming and monster-infested halls of Dracula’s castle in Castlevania 1? Or will they get lost in the cryptic, open-world mysteries of Simon's Quest? With whip-cracking action, punishing difficulty, and eerie 8-bit music, this episode is a must-watch for any retro gaming fan.
Watch as our hosts battle classic Castlevania enemies, struggle through infamously tough levels, and debate the merits of both games. Is Castlevania 1's tight, linear gameplay superior, or does Simon's Quest’s RPG-style exploration make it the better game?
If you love old-school Nintendo classics, gaming nostalgia, and hilarious gameplay commentary, you won’t want to miss this episode!
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Intro Music - Tenacious D, "Video Games"Music Used in this Podcast: Song - Video GamesArtist - Tenacious DAlbum - Video Games
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
VS 31 - Castlevania Showdown! Is Castlevania 1 or 2 the Better Game? 🦇🎮
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
VS 31 - Castlevania Showdown! Is Castlevania 1 or 2 the Better Game? 🦇🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
In Vs. 31 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle go head-to-head in a retro gaming battle to settle a classic debate: Which is the better game—Castlevania or Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest?
The original Castlevania (NES) is a tough-as-nails action-platformer with tight controls, brutal difficulty, and legendary boss fights. Meanwhile, Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest introduced RPG elements, an open-world design, and a day/night cycle—but was it an innovative masterpiece or a frustrating mess?
Watch as our hosts compare gameplay, level design, mechanics, and overall fun factor while tackling both NES classics. Expect hilarious moments, heated opinions, and plenty of retro gaming nostalgia as we settle the Castlevania 1 vs. 2 debate once and for all!
Do you prefer the classic action of Castlevania 1 or the open-ended adventure of Simon's Quest? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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Monday Mar 31, 2025
Ep. 43 - Can We Beat Contra Without the Konami Code? NES Challenge! 🎮
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Ep. 43 - Can We Beat Contra Without the Konami Code? NES Challenge! 🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
Contra (NES) is one of the toughest games of all time—but can it be beaten without the Konami Code? In Ep. 43 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle put their retro gaming skills to the test, attempting to conquer this infamously difficult run-and-gun classic both with and without the legendary 30 Lives Cheat!
Can they survive the brutal alien onslaught with just three lives, or will they be forced to enter Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start to stand a chance? Whether you believe the Konami Code is an essential tool or a full-blown cheat, this episode is packed with nostalgic NES action, intense co-op gameplay, and hilarious moments!
If you love retro gaming, classic NES games, or old-school gaming challenges, this is a must-watch!
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#RetroGaming #Contra #KonamiCode #NES #ClassicGames #OldSchoolGaming #Nintendo #GamingChallenge #TerribleGamersPodcast #YouTubeGamers #8bitGaming #GamingCommunity #RunAndGun
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Intro Music - Tenacious D, "Video Games"Music Used in this Podcast: Song - Video GamesArtist - Tenacious DAlbum - Video Games
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Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
VS Challenge 30 - Konami Code Controversy! Contra’s 30 Lives: Fair Play or Cheating? 🎮
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
VS Challenge 30 - Konami Code Controversy! Contra’s 30 Lives: Fair Play or Cheating? 🎮 | Terrible Gamers Podcast
The Konami Code—a legendary cheat or just a helpful assist? In Vs. 30 of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle go head-to-head in a heated retro gaming debate about the infamous Contra 30 Lives Code on the NES. Is using Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start a legitimate strategy, or is it straight-up cheating?
Watch as they battle it out with gameplay, arguments, and hilarious moments while testing Contra’s brutal difficulty both with and without the Konami Code. Can Contra even be beaten fairly without it? Does using the code take away from the challenge, or is it an essential part of retro gaming history?
If you love classic video game debates, Contra NES gameplay, or retro gaming nostalgia, this episode is packed with intense action, fun banter, and a deep dive into one of gaming’s most famous cheat codes.
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Terrible Gamers
Kevin and Kyle bring you their wealth of playing history and knowledge of video games. Just kidding, they really are terrible at video games. However, they are good at drinking and internet searching. Have fun listening to them revisit some of their favorite old games, play ones they have never tried before, and debunk gaming myths.
Reach out at anytime at terriblegamerspod@gmail.com.