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Episode 39 is here, and Lou and I are spinning our way into Crash Bandicoot on the PS1! While it’s a fantastic game, it definitely has its flaws—mainly, the brutal difficulty. Precision platforming in a Z-axis environment can be frustrating, and we debate whether Crash should even be considered a true 3D platformer since you’re always limited to just two directions at a time.

We also take a dive into the history behind the game, Sony’s quest for a mascot, and how Crash became a PlayStation icon. Then, because we can’t help ourselves, we go off on a tangent about the wild world of collecting retro games new in box just to never open them—because honestly, what’s the point?

So, grab your Aku Aku mask and join us for this jam-packed episode!

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After a brief hiatus thanks to flu season running wild, Lou and I are back—and this time, we’re getting EXTREME for episode 38! This week, we’re talking ECW Hardcore Revolution on PS1, N64, and Dreamcast, which dropped 25 years ago this month (feeling old yet?).

At its core, this game is basically a reskinned version of WWF Attitude, but the raw, chaotic energy of ECW gives it a unique charm that makes it more than just a clone. Lou, a huge ECW fan, shares his early memories of playing this game and how hyped he was to finally get a wrestling game based on his favorite promotion.

From the over-the-top violence to the brutal difficulty, we break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this game still holds up today. Grab a steel chair and join us for this trip down extreme memory lane!

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In this week’s episode of Backwards Compatible, Lou and I start by chatting about the looming release of the Nintendo Switch 2 and what it could mean for gaming in 2025. Then, we dive headfirst into some fun and speculative “What If” questions about Nintendo’s history and potential future.

We explore topics like:

• What if Nintendo had partnered with Sony instead of splitting off, making the PlayStation a Nintendo console?
• What if Nintendo created a mature-rated game for one of their beloved franchises—how would it work, and which franchise would you pick?
• What if Nintendo fully embraced VR—what games or franchises would benefit the most?

It’s a laid-back, thought-provoking discussion filled with creative ideas and plenty of laughs. Join us for this deep dive into Nintendo’s endless “What Ifs,” and let us know how you’d answer these questions!

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