Absolute Nintendo Podcast
An 8-bit Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) podcast, currently, this sitcom-length retro gaming show is hosted by Pure Nintendo Magazine's Purely Trev. Enjoy a casual, nostalgic look at the classic games library in under half an hour — fun whether you grew up with the system or not.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 22 minutes
- Episodes
- 125
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Absolute Nintendo - Pinball Quest on NES
Four large tables are compiled in this 8-bit video pinball cartridge with a fantasy take.
Absolute Nintendo - Yo! Noid on NES
This Capcom-published platformer isn't nearly as fresh as it was in the early 90s.
Absolute Nintendo - Tetris games on NES
Join Absolute Nintendo for a casual chat about the iconic NES game Tetris (marketed with the slogan 'From Russia with fun') and its sequel, Tetris 2. 8-bit fun in under 23 minutes.
Absolute Nintendo - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trilogy on NES
Konami/Ultra Games TMNT trio on the NES makes for a half-hour "heroes in a half shell" discussion on this season finale of the Absolute Nintendo podcast.
Absolute Nintendo - Vegas Dream on NES
The real fun comes from being "approached by all kinds of people - players looking for side bets, hustlers looking to take advantage of you," etc. Vegas Dream is a cult classic that lets you "size up…
Absolute Nintendo - Batman on NES
Admit it, the music got stuck in your head the second you read this episode's title.
Absolute Nintendo - Gradius & Pac-Man on NES
While it's easy to find both these arcade hits in modern compilations, there's something to be said for the original 8-bit ports.
Absolute Nintendo - Punch-Out!! & Tecmo Bowl on NES
Retro sports fans can look forward to "the ultimate challenge" and a "game of guts and glory" in this episode, as we take a look at a pair of timeless 8-bit classics.
Absolute Nintendo - The Legend of Zelda on NES
There's little new to say about Nintendo's challenging classic, but this episode of Absolute Nintendo spends 22 minutes reminiscing.
Absolute Nintendo - The Goonies II on NES
I did a show. It's a retropactum...I mean a retrospective on this Konami game from 1987.
Absolute Nintendo - Baseball, Bases Loaded, and Baseball Simulator 1000 on NES
A mixed trio led by Nintendo's dated black box game. Thankfully, Bases Loaded reflects well on Jaleco, and Baseball Simulator 1000 is also lots of fun. Be sure to check out the SNES sequel on Switch …
Absolute Nintendo - Xevious & Stinger on NES
More shooting action as Absolute Nintendo chats about this pair of arcade ports.
Absolute Nintendo - Galaga & Gyruss on NES
This pair of early 80s arcade hits translate terrifically to the NES!
Absolute Nintendo - Bionic Commando, Strider, & Mighty Final Fight on NES
This NES Capcom trio would later find life on the GBA via the Classics Mini Mix.
Absolute Nintendo - Rad Racer games on NES
Over 30 years ago, this duo was racing at over 200 mph! But have they finally crashed and spun out, or do they still pass the checkered flag with time to spare?
Absolute Nintendo - Final Fantasy on NES
Episode 10 takes a look at Final Fantasy, an 8-bit RPG trailblazer.
Absolute Nintendo - Double Dribble & Hoops on NES
Absolute Nintendo takes it to the virtual courts, giving a look and this pair of late 80s basketball games.
Absolute Nintendo - Ice Hockey & Blades of Steel on NES
An age-old debate, which game do you want to hit the virtual 8-bit ice with? Why not both?
Absolute Nintendo - Maniac Mansion on NES
Maniac Mansion is "the wildest, wierdest" graphic adventure on the NES, but how does this NES port compare?
Absolute Nintendo - Princess Tomato in the Salad Kingdom on NES
An NES graphic adventure from 1991 where you play the part of Sir Cucumber.