That polar bear had it coming, I’m sure. When you die, you turn into a snowflake! Not pictured: your character’s death or any sign of a snowflake. PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Arcade RELEASE DATE: October 1985 If there was ever a doubt that Nintendo didn’t … Continue reading #293 – Ice Climber
Tag Archives: 1985
#283 – Hogan’s Alley
He’s really upset that you’ve decided to purchase this game. Look out! He’s got a cannon and he’s not wearing a shirt! PLAYERS: 1 PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Light gun RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Hogan’s Alley is one of the original eighteen launch games, one of the … Continue reading #283 – Hogan’s Alley
#276 – Gyromite
Ah yes, the long-lived Robot Series. Eat some turnips, collect some dynamite, and be in bed before the sun goes down. That’s Gyromite! PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Arcade puzzle RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Gyromite is commonly known for being one of the only two … Continue reading #276 – Gyromite
#262 – Golf
Mario soon lost some weight and shrank in stature. Princess Peach remained committed to him, stunning millions in the Mushroom Kingdom. I expected good things. Good things I did not receive. PLAYERS: 1-2 alternating PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Sports RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Open wide for some… golf? … Continue reading #262 – Golf
#213 – Excitebike
Why yes, it does feel good to be a gangsta. Thank you for asking! I predict the most wonderful amount of chaos on this track. PLAYERS: 1 PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Racing RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Excitebike is a racing boss. Forget a “Cool Runnings”-esque … Continue reading #213 – Excitebike
#204 – Duck Hunt
Expect some snarkiness from your dog for that missed shot. Told ya. PLAYERS: 1 PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Lightgun RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Many people remember Duck Hunt as the second game they ever played, after Super Mario Bros. For those that grew up with the combo … Continue reading #204 – Duck Hunt
#184 – Donkey Kong Jr. Math
“Education” This is the game that no one asked for. Even Donkey Kong Jr.’s albino brother wants no part of the insanity. PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Edutainment RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Is Donkey Kong Jr … Continue reading #184 – Donkey Kong Jr. Math
#140 – Clu Clu Land
That rupee design looks familiar… Want to snag more points? Play two-player without another person. You’ll get bonus points at the end of each level, simply for completing it. PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Arcade RELEASE DATE: October 1985 Before the NES, Nintendo was known for … Continue reading #140 – Clu Clu Land
BONUS ROUND! – Battle City (JPN)
Maniacal dictator not included. Also, NAMCOT? (thanks to MobyGames) PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Namco DEVELOPER: Namco GENRE: Arcade RELEASE DATE: September 9, 1985 Battle City, for better and for worse, runs in my blood. I first saw my grandpa and my uncle playing it together when I was five years old … Continue reading BONUS ROUND! – Battle City (JPN)
#59 – Baseball
Vintage black NES covers are the best. When you get a home run, the crowd turns into little blinking Christmas lights. Ah, technology. PLAYERS: 1-2 simultaneous PUBLISHER: Nintendo DEVELOPER: Nintendo GENRE: Sports RELEASE DATE: October 1985 I grew up playing Baseball. It’s a simple, often boring game, but like … Continue reading #59 – Baseball