Terrible Gamers Podcast

Beavis and Butt-Head: Which Version Is Less Terrible?

In this Vs. Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle dive headfirst into the wonderfully cursed world of Beavis and Butt-Head video games. This time, the debate is simple, but painful: which version actually has better gameplay and story? Not critics. Not nostalgia goggles. Just Terrible Gamers logic.
Both versions of Beavis and Butt-Head are put on trial as Kevin and Kyle break down level design, controls, objectives, humor, and how closely each game captures the chaotic spirit of the MTV cartoon. Is one version secretly more playable? Does one at least attempt a coherent story? Or are both games fighting for last place?
This Vs. Challenge is packed with retro gaming debate, sarcastic hot takes, and brutally honest opinions on one of the most infamous licensed games of the retro era. If you love NES games, Sega-era jank, 90s video games, or listening to gamers argue over games that probably shouldn’t exist, this episode is absolutely for you.
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California Games (and Yes, There’s a California Games II!)

In this full episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle are once again joined by Carol and Christen as they sit down to actually play the retro classic California Games. This time, the debate turns into full gameplay as the group jumps into the game’s iconic events, competing, learning the controls, and discovering which challenges hold up best today.
Along the way, the crew also uncovers a lesser-known sequel—California Games II—and discusses how it compares to the original. Is it a hidden gem, a strange follow-up, or one of those sequels most retro gamers forgot even existed? The group breaks it down while sharing plenty of laughs, frustrations, and nostalgic reactions.
If you love retro sports games, NES classics, casual competitive gameplay, and episodes that feel like friends hanging out on the couch, this one is for you. It’s a laid-back, fun look at a game that defined an era—and a sequel that might surprise you.
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What’s the MOST FUN Event in California Games? (With Special Guests!)

In this Vs. Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle are joined by surprise guests Carol (Kevin’s wife and Kyle’s cousin) and Christen (Kyle’s wife) to tackle a sun-soaked retro classic: California Games. The big question this time? Which event in California Games is actually the most fun to play?
From surfing and skateboarding to BMX, footbag, and more, each host and guest makes their case for the event they think stands out the most. With four different perspectives in the room, this Vs. Challenge brings fresh energy, unexpected opinions, and plenty of laughs as everyone debates which mini-game truly defines this classic NES and retro sports game.
If you’re a fan of retro video games, California Games, Nintendo classics, or fun gaming debates with friends and family, this episode delivers something a little different while keeping the Terrible Gamers chaos intact.
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The BEST Super Smash Bros. 64 Character (Long Matches, Big Debates, N64 Chaos)

In this full episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle return to the Nintendo 64 to settle the debate the only way that really matters—by actually playing Super Smash Bros. 64. Instead of quick arguments, the guys jump into extended 3–10 minute matches, putting each character to the test in real gameplay situations to find out who truly holds up as the best Smash fighter in the original game.
This episode focuses on the original eight characters—Mario, Link, Pikachu, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Samus, Fox, and Yoshi—breaking down how each one performs in longer matches where survivability, recovery, and move sets actually matter. Kevin and Kyle analyze what works, what falls apart under pressure, and which characters dominate when the chaos settles and the skill gaps start to show.
If you love retro gaming, Nintendo 64 classics, Super Smash Bros. nostalgia, or watching honest gameplay-backed discussions instead of theory-only debates, this episode delivers. It’s all about real matches, real reactions, and real opinions formed in the heat of battle.
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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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Who’s the BEST Original Super Smash Bros. 64 Character? (Nintendo 64 Debate)

In this Vs. Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle step back into the early days of Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo 64 to answer one of the most hotly debated questions in retro gaming history: Which of the original eight Smash characters is truly the best?
From Mario, Link, and Pikachu, to Donkey Kong, Kirby, Samus, Fox, and Yoshi, the guys break down the strengths, weaknesses, and chaos each fighter brought to the original Super Smash Bros. 64 roster. This isn’t about tournament metas or modern patches—this is pure N64-era Smash, when items were on, Final Destination wasn’t a thing yet, and friendships were tested on living room floors.
Kevin brings the passion, Kyle brings the logic, and together they debate which character had the best move set, survivability, and overall dominance in the original Smash experience. Expect nostalgia, heated opinions, and plenty of laughs as they relive one of the most important multiplayer games in Nintendo history.
If you love retro video games, Nintendo 64 classics, Super Smash Bros, or gaming debates that don’t take themselves too seriously, this episode is for you.
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The REAL Greatest NES Game of All Time (Our Rankings vs. IGN’s List)

In this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle return to the legendary world of the Nintendo Entertainment System to settle one question once and for all: What is the greatest NES game ever… according to us? Forget IGN’s list, forget the critics, forget the “official rankings.” This is about the games we actually played, the games we actually loved, and the 8-bit classics that shaped our entire retro gaming childhood.
Kevin jumps in with his trademark energy, calling out NES classics that deserve way more love, while Kyle brings the calm, reasoned breakdowns that keep the whole debate from spiraling. Together, they compare their personal top-tier NES picks against IGN’s “greatest games” list to see where the two worlds collide—and where they crash spectacularly.
From platformers to action-adventures to those unforgettable cartridge-era soundtracks, the guys dive deep into the titles that truly define retro video games and why some games absolutely belong at the top, no matter what the critics say.
If you're a fan of retro gaming, NES classics, YouTube gaming podcasts, or ranking the best games of all time, this episode is loaded with nostalgia, opinions, and the usual Terrible Gamers chaos.
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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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Vs. Challenge #48 – The REAL Greatest NES Game Ever (Our Picks vs. Everyone Else)

Vs. Challenge #48 – The REAL Greatest NES Game Ever (Our Picks vs. Everyone Else)
In this Vs. Challenge episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle dive straight into the pixel-packed heart of the Nintendo Entertainment System to decide which NES game should be the highest rated of all time. Not according to critics. Not according to magazines from the 80s. According to two retro gamers who actually spent their childhoods blowing into cartridges and praying the console would turn on.
Kevin comes out swinging with the kind of fiery NES nostalgia only he can deliver, while Kyle brings the steady logic and classic gamer energy that keeps the whole debate from combusting. From legendary platformers to iconic 8-bit adventures, they break down the games that shaped the foundation of retro gaming and explain why their picks deserve the top spot in NES history.
This episode brings all the chaos, passion, and friendly trash talk you expect from our Vs. Challenge series. If you love retro video games, NES classics, YouTube gaming podcasts, or heated debates about which old-school titles truly stand the test of time, this one is for you.
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Ep. 60 – The REAL Best Nintendo 64 Game of All Time (Our Rankings vs. IGN’s List)

Ep. 60 – The REAL Best Nintendo 64 Game of All Time (Our Rankings vs. IGN’s List)
In this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, Kevin and Kyle jump headfirst into the world of Nintendo 64 classics to decide, once and for all, which game should be considered the highest-rated N64 title of all time. Not according to critics. Not according to review aggregates. According to actual gamers who grew up battling through every joystick-destroying, thumb-cramping moment the Nintendo 64 had to offer.
Before sharing their picks, the guys break down an official IGN top N64 list, calling out a few surprises, a few snubs, and a few choices that make them question what critics were even doing back in the day. From legendary platformers, unforgettable adventure games, and chaotic multiplayer classics, Kevin and Kyle revisit the titles that shaped the golden era of retro gaming and argue why their choices deserve the top spot.
If you love retro video games, Nintendo 64 nostalgia, YouTube gaming content, or just two friends passionately debating the games that defined a generation, this episode is for you. Dive into the chaos, the hot takes, and the retro love that makes this show what it is.
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