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2 Dudes and a NES: A Nintendo Podcast

2 Dudes and a NES: A Nintendo Podcast

By Bit Brothers Network

We're 2 dudes and a NES. We record game by game podcasts about the Nintendo Entertainment System.
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Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

2 Dudes and a NES: A Nintendo PodcastFeb 02, 2015

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Lee Trevino's Fighting Golf

Lee Trevino's Fighting Golf

This week on 2 Dudes and a NES, we're strapping on our golf gloves and, disappointingly, leaving our boxing gloves at home for "Lee Trevino's Fighting Golf." Yes, you heard it right – despite what the title might suggest, the only hooks and jabs happening here are against our egos when we miss that easy putt. Join us as we share oddly peaceful trivia, and wonder aloud why Lee Trevino isn't throwing uppercuts. We'll invent some "Retro-Fitted Trophies" that Lee himself would chuckle at, and rate the game on everything but its combat system.

Feb 27, 202401:00:28
Panic Restaurant

Panic Restaurant

Join us in this deliciously entertaining episode where we dive into the quirky and delightful world of 'Panic Restaurant' on the NES. We'll cook up a storm discussing the unique gameplay mechanics, colorful graphics, and the catchy soundtrack that make this game a hidden gem. We also spice things up with Michael's Quest for the Cart, sharing a whimsical tale of how this rare cartridge was added to the collection. Plus, we serve a side of 'Retro-Fitted Trophies' for an extra flavor of fun. Whether you're a seasoned chef in the NES kitchen or just looking for a taste of nostalgia, this episode is your perfect recipe for retro gaming enjoyment! 🎮🍳🌶️

Dec 05, 202301:17:17
Rollergames

Rollergames

Strap on your skates and join us in this thrilling episode as we speed through the pixelated lanes of "Rollergames" on NES! From fearless skating heroes to relentless baddies, we tackle it all. We've also got a fresh segment of retro-fitted trophies that add a modern twist to this classic roller derby adventure. Plus, hear what our listeners have to say about their own joystick-juggling journey through this vintage gem. Get ready for a nostalgic ride full of 8-bit beats and high-score heats in the roller-rumbling world of Rollergames!

Oct 24, 202301:04:11
Not Rollergames

Not Rollergames

This episode should be about Rollergames for the NES. It is not.

May 08, 202359:18
Laser Invasion

Laser Invasion

We'll save you the "we're back" slogan. We might be, we hope we are, but there are no guarantees in this topsy turvy world.

Despite that, we are bringing you an episode with all your favorite tangents, a decent chunk of game talk, and even talk about an accessory.

Nov 23, 202201:23:11
Taboo: The Sixth Sense
Sep 06, 202201:00:00
Snake Rattle 'n' Roll

Snake Rattle 'n' Roll

Justin and Michael discuss the Rare game... Snake Rattle 'n' Roll.

Aug 03, 202201:00:50
The Krion Conquest

The Krion Conquest

The what? Who has ever heard of this game? Power Trip Gaming has heard of this game. Paul and Andy join Michael to discuss this unusual Mega Man clone. Rare game and a rare episode, as Justin is actually absent from this one.

Jun 15, 202201:55:12
Dragon Warrior

Dragon Warrior

Such an iconic game, there is no way the 2 Dudes can cover this one alone. However, with the help of JZNES, maybe they can come close to discussing the legend.

Jun 02, 202201:55:55
Starship Hector

Starship Hector

Michael and Justin dig into the notoriously difficult Starship Hector. The dudes aren't exactly expert gamers, so be prepared for a lot of tangents on this one as they may not have made it deep into the game.

May 17, 202201:14:22
Fester's Quest
Apr 26, 202201:43:25
Rockin' Kats

Rockin' Kats

How many cat jokes can you make it through before you have to turn off the podcast?

Apr 06, 202201:24:48
2022 Comeback (Game Soon, Promise)

2022 Comeback (Game Soon, Promise)

While you wait a few more days for the Rockin' Kats episode and subsequent return of 2 Dudes and a NES proper, here is a quick episode for Michael and Justin to get back into the swing of things.

Mar 22, 202201:09:23
Adventures of Lolo
Jan 05, 202201:54:45
Vice: Project Doom
Nov 30, 202101:36:18
Season 9 Knock the Dust Off Episode

Season 9 Knock the Dust Off Episode

After a 3 month hiatus the 2 Dudes are back and they aren't talking about an NES game. OMG! What are these guys doing? Well they are knocking the rust off and getting the fluff talk out of the way before bringing on some special guests to talk about Vice Project Doom in the next episode. So sit back, relax, and enjoy some random chatter (along with a little "guess that game" talk)... or don't.

Nov 17, 202101:21:45
Back to the Future
Aug 10, 202101:32:10
Gauntlet II
Jul 20, 202101:55:19
Captain Skyhawk
Jun 09, 202101:21:45
Pirates!

Pirates!

Ahoy, you swarthy gold swiping, ship sinking sea dog!

Modern warfare is no match for the fierce realism of Steven Michael and Aaron. Aye, matey! That's why plundering and pillaging are back in style, as you command the role of a high seas high-jacker. Either an English Buccaneer (Michael), Dutch Adventurer (Justin), Spanish Renegade (Aaron), or French Explorer (Steven Michael), each with a different skill level and strategic impact.

As a swashbuckling Bit Brother, you'll barter with Aaron, trade for hidden treasure maps, negotiate with an unscrupulous Steven Michael and forge alliances with Justin who'd just as soon stab you in the back than float you a loan for new ships. But that's only half the battle! You'll also assault other game systems (Sega Genesis), sword fight with Michael, lay siege to CRT TVs, and fire your cannons broadside at an armada of rival podcasts.

Arrrg, me swabby! Don't think it's all fun and destruction. Because if your bloodthirsty crew isn't kept happy boarding and burning enemy vessels, or if your navigation skills leave them shipwrecked on a jagged Caribbean reef, they won't think twice about using you for shark bait. Fortunately, if events do take a nasty turn, you can save the statistical loot you've captured and return with a vengeance on another day.

So keep your eye (the one that doesn't have a patch over it!) on your ultimate objectives - power, fame, prestige, gold, land, and the hand of a beautiful maiden - and you'll find the sailing smooth and your "red beard" scraggly!

Brought to you by the Bit Brothers Network

Apr 20, 202102:07:14
Catchup with Steven Michael from Facebook

Catchup with Steven Michael from Facebook

Psych! You thought this was going to be the Pirates! episode didn't you? Well, we did too. Unfortunately, most everyone couldn't make it on this episode. However, Steven and Michael had already sat down so they figured it might as well serve as a chance to catchup and talk games and life anyway.

Look forward to several topics including: PS5, wild birds, therapy sessions about obsessing over side quests in games, $GME, and and a lot more!

Mar 23, 202101:26:05
Yoshi's Cookie
Mar 16, 202101:26:18
Faria: A World of Mystery and Danger!
Feb 23, 202101:49:16
Wall Street Kid
Feb 09, 202101:27:29
Adventure Island
Jan 26, 202101:30:43
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project

COWABUNGA, IT'S A FIRST! VACATIONING 2 DUDES TAKE ON THE ULTIMATE TOURIST TRAP!

Surf's up, dude! The 2 Dudes and a NES and the Turtle Flakes podcast make a little getaway to the Sunshine State. Until the Genesis Gems make a major getaway with the entire island of Manhattan! Their power hungry plot gets even more bogus when Brother Tim McGowan becomes part of the heist. What a relaxing vacation. Not! Those mondo Dudes must make waves to get back home to save the podcast and Manhattan, and send the Genesis Gems on a one way trip to geeksville.

  • The hippest in new dude travel, featuring jet powered surfboards, a blimp, and a spaceship to whisk you through 1.5 awesome hours of podcasting.
  • Genesis Gems will show you all kinds of sinister new sights including Typhoon Tidal Pool, Baron Von Spleen's Battle Barge, and a never-before-seen tour of Manhattan's most wicked haunts.
  • Bodacious new turbo attack moves! Michael has the cyclone sword spin to send enemies flying. Rob charges headfirst with his tubular power drill attack. The kangaroo kick is Justin's radical new specialty. And Josh is like a mutant bowling ball with his knockout roll.
  • The germs got a few moves of their own, inflicted by a slew of slugs like Leatherhead, Rahzar, Groundchuck and Tokka.

So unless you want the Genesis Gems to ninja kick sand in your face and make off with Brother Tim and your hometown, you better get busy. Squashing him once and for all will be no holiday.

Featuring simultaneous play for two players, or play against the NES

Brought to you by the Bit Brothers Network

Jan 12, 202101:24:27
Spend $177 on Games

Spend $177 on Games

On this episode, the Dudes take $177 (the number of episodes recorded so far if you include all the old Nintendo Switchup episodes that used to be on the feed) and spend that money on a list of games selected from previous episodes.

Want to join in and make your own list? Use our spreadsheet and make sure to post your list for us to see what your picks are as well.

https://1drv.ms/x/s!Aj_CUoVeL5aHkf4ForjB4VVu97UTlA?e=74SKTu

Brought to you by the Bit Brothers Network

Dec 29, 202001:27:00
Little League Baseball
Nov 24, 202001:04:24
Mighty Final Fight

Mighty Final Fight

The dudes are joined by developer Matt Hughson (@matthughson) to talk about Matt's game, From Below, as well as Mighty Final Fight. What do Matt and the Dudes think about what is essentially a demake of the arcade hit Final Fight? Tune in to find out.

And be sure to check out From Below here:

https://mhughson.itch.io/from-below

Oct 27, 202001:34:08
Goonies II

Goonies II

We are finally back to talking about games and according to Dude Andy, this one is a guaranteed good game. Now, is it a good podcast? We'll let you decide. This episode we are talking about the Goonies II.

Sep 23, 202001:28:00
Not Goonies II

Not Goonies II

So we go on another hiatus and comeback with an episode that IS NOT about the game we promised. We're the worst. However, we promise this is a quality episode about a variety of topics including:

  1. COVID-19
  2. College Football
  3. Donkey Kong Country
  4. Tony Hawk Pro Skater
  5. Tony Hawk's Twitter Account
  6. Super Mario 64 (L is Real)
  7. Apple Antitrust
  8. Roblox
  9. Spotify vs. Apple Music
  10. Camping/Vacationing with Kids
  11. Beach Trips as an Adult
  12. Metallica

Hopefully somewhere in there you can find something to listen to while we prepare a Goonies II episode. Thank you guys for sticking around "during these trying times."

Aug 25, 202001:15:37
Tecmo Super Bowl
Jun 16, 202002:02:34
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston
Jun 02, 202001:44:27
Kid Klown
May 19, 202001:27:18
Adventures of Tom Sawyer
May 06, 202001:22:34
Holy Diver
Apr 14, 202001:20:14
Solomon's Key
Mar 10, 202001:24:13
Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Sep 24, 201901:23:20
Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Michael and Justin sit down to finish off the NES Castlevania games. Does this one stack up to Castlevania I and III? Tune in to find out. 

P.S. If you aren't a fan of the band TOOL, skip to 10 minutes. There's quite the tangent at the beginning of the show.

Aug 27, 201901:29:09
Widget
Aug 06, 201901:16:56
Sky Shark

Sky Shark

The Dudes cover a Patreon Pick from Brian Keating (thanks dude!) and boy is this a difficult one. Not a difficult podcast, but a difficult game. We must also apologize for the feet talk at the beginning of the episode. That was uncalled for; skip to 5 or so minutes in to avoid it.

Jul 16, 201901:07:42
Dr. Mario
Jun 18, 201901:28:42
River City Ransom

River City Ransom

Michael and Justin sit down to talk about the unique beat 'em up River City Ransom... and Michael worries that they didn't do the game justice.

Jun 03, 201901:25:46
Journey to Silius

Journey to Silius

Michael and Justin sit down with Dude JZNES to discuss Journey to Silius.

May 15, 201901:37:09
Introducing Bit Brothers

Introducing Bit Brothers

Tune in to hear a little bit about what we are planning with the NEW Bit Brothers Network!

May 06, 201915:33
Small World - Power Trip Gaming & Dude Vanderhoef

Small World - Power Trip Gaming & Dude Vanderhoef

What happens when the 2 Dudes and a NES podcast helps bring together a group of Wisconsinites (cheeseheads?) IRL? Well, we record a podcast about it and brag that we are peace bearers and the #1 harmony podcast. Just kidding, listen to this episode to hear about how Power Trip Gaming got started and how Dude Vanderhoef found a couple of fellows close to home partially through our podcast.

Apr 15, 201901:28:04
Special Announcement 2019

Special Announcement 2019

Listen in for a special announcement regarding the podcast in 2019.

Apr 01, 201907:23
Xexyz

Xexyz

A very Dude Bag episode! First Dude Bag tells us a story about WWI, then we cover his Patreon Pick, Xexyz! Oh and he's our only true voicemail for this episode. We probably should've just called this episode The Dude Bag Special.

Mar 26, 201901:34:57
Clash at Demonhead

Clash at Demonhead

The Dudes are joined by Dude Hickman of the Genesis Germs (why!?) to discuss the often overlooked (in it's day) and arguably underrated game... Clash at Demonhead!

Mar 04, 201902:00:00
Darkwing Duck

Darkwing Duck

The Dudes are joined by Steven Michael yet again to talk about the Retro Gaming Monthly game for February... Darkwing Duck!

Feb 18, 201901:23:30