Pat Contri
@contricode.bsky.social
Writer, content producer, podcaster, streamer
#CUPodcast: http://anchor.fm/thecupodcast
Twitch Every Wed. @ 7PM ET: http://Twitch.TV/ContriCode
Books and stuff: http://UltimateNintendo.com
#CUPodcast: http://anchor.fm/thecupodcast
Twitch Every Wed. @ 7PM ET: http://Twitch.TV/ContriCode
Books and stuff: http://UltimateNintendo.com
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Super Show #28 - Analogue 3D, Steam Machine, Sealed Game Turmoil
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A holiday #CUPodcast is here! Thoughts on the Analogue 3D, Steam Machine announcement, sealed game market in turmoil, gifts, and more!
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
My TurboGrafx-16 Christmas video first premiered on YouTube 15 years ago today. It was the first Pat the NES Punk Christmas video and acted as an introduction to the console. Hard to believe it's been so long!
If you want to rewatch --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_Q2...
If you want to rewatch --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_Q2...
December 28, 2025 at 12:22 AM
My TurboGrafx-16 Christmas video first premiered on YouTube 15 years ago today. It was the first Pat the NES Punk Christmas video and acted as an introduction to the console. Hard to believe it's been so long!
If you want to rewatch --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_Q2...
If you want to rewatch --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_Q2...
Christmas continues on @twitch with holiday commercials! 📺
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
December 27, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Christmas continues on @twitch with holiday commercials! 📺
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
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There is recent controversy in the sealed video game market, with improper grading and collectors thinking the market is slowly dying. We discuss on the #CUPodcast!
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Controversy in SEALED Video Game Market
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
There is recent controversy in the sealed video game market, with improper grading and collectors thinking the market is slowly dying. We discuss on the #CUPodcast!
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
There is recent controversy in the sealed video game market, with improper grading and collectors thinking the market is slowly dying. We discuss on the #CUPodcast!
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Controversy in SEALED Video Game Market
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
There is recent controversy in the sealed video game market, with improper grading and collectors thinking the market is slowly dying. We discuss on the #CUPodcast!
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Watch ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNe...
Christmas commercial stream on Twitch! See me in a silly hat watching commercials from the 70s-90s! 📺
twitch.tv/contricode
twitch.tv/contricode
ContriCode - Twitch
80s & 90s TV Commercial Watch Party!
twitch.tv
December 18, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Christmas commercial stream on Twitch! See me in a silly hat watching commercials from the 70s-90s! 📺
twitch.tv/contricode
twitch.tv/contricode
Reposted by Pat Contri
The Analogue 3D is here! On the #CUPodcast, we discuss what the console does right, the console color controversy, and the proposed M64 console competitor.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Analogue 3D -- Thoughts and the Console Color Controversy
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 13, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The Analogue 3D is here! On the #CUPodcast, we discuss what the console does right, the console color controversy, and the proposed M64 console competitor.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
The Analogue 3D is here! On the #CUPodcast, we discuss what the console does right, the console color controversy, and the proposed M64 console competitor.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Analogue 3D -- Thoughts and the Console Color Controversy
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 13, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The Analogue 3D is here! On the #CUPodcast, we discuss what the console does right, the console color controversy, and the proposed M64 console competitor.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqi8...
Reposted by Pat Contri
Thoughts on the Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us comeback, gifts, Sammy Salazar (?), and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast! Get in early! www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK6M...
Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us Comeback, Sammy Salazar, Gifts - #CUPodcast Super Show #28 Intro
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 10, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Thoughts on the Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us comeback, gifts, Sammy Salazar (?), and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast! Get in early! www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK6M...
Thoughts on the Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us comeback, gifts, Sammy Salazar (?), and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast! Get in early! www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK6M...
Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us Comeback, Sammy Salazar, Gifts - #CUPodcast Super Show #28 Intro
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
December 10, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Thoughts on the Steam Machine, Toys "R" Us comeback, gifts, Sammy Salazar (?), and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast! Get in early! www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK6M...
A holiday #CUPodcast is here! Thoughts on the Analogue 3D, Steam Machine announcement, sealed game market in turmoil, gifts, and more!
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
Super Show #28 - Analogue 3D, Steam Machine, Sealed Game Turmoil
open.spotify.com
December 10, 2025 at 6:47 PM
A holiday #CUPodcast is here! Thoughts on the Analogue 3D, Steam Machine announcement, sealed game market in turmoil, gifts, and more!
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
open.spotify.com/episode/3qJu...
Reposted by Pat Contri
N64 books on sale this weekend! Use code N64SALE at checkout to save $10 on Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the N64 Library -- both physical and digital versions.
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
November 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
N64 books on sale this weekend! Use code N64SALE at checkout to save $10 on Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the N64 Library -- both physical and digital versions.
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
N64 books on sale this weekend! Use code N64SALE at checkout to save $10 on Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the N64 Library -- both physical and digital versions.
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
November 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
N64 books on sale this weekend! Use code N64SALE at checkout to save $10 on Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the N64 Library -- both physical and digital versions.
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
There is also a *limited* number of the Collector's Edition for sale -- available online for the first time.
Shop at ultimatenintendo.com
A Vectrex mini console is on the way with a Kickstarter campaign. On the #CUPodcast -- we discuss how it looks, the controller, and Pat trying it out at PRGE. youtu.be/t_pY28YX4o8
Vectrex Mini Console Kickstarter?!
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
youtu.be
November 25, 2025 at 8:37 PM
A Vectrex mini console is on the way with a Kickstarter campaign. On the #CUPodcast -- we discuss how it looks, the controller, and Pat trying it out at PRGE. youtu.be/t_pY28YX4o8
In case you missed it: my thoughts on handling the legendary Intellivision Amico. However, I did receive an Analogue 3D review unit -- thoughts on that later!
Pat got to examine the Intellivision Amico and controller at Portland Retro Gaming Expo! On the #CUPodcast, he gives his thoughts on this never-released console.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Intellivision Amico Controller and Console in My Hands!
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:57 PM
In case you missed it: my thoughts on handling the legendary Intellivision Amico. However, I did receive an Analogue 3D review unit -- thoughts on that later!
November commercials from the 70s-90s continue on Twitch!
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
ContriCode - Twitch
80s & 90s TV Commercial Watch Party!
twitch.tv
November 20, 2025 at 12:43 AM
November commercials from the 70s-90s continue on Twitch!
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
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I was locked into working the museum this weekend, so glad I can finally watch my good buddy @contricode.bsky.social chat about the NES at 40 @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social 2025.
(You're gonna love the Expanded edition of Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the NES Library. TONS of work going into it! 💪)
(You're gonna love the Expanded edition of Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the NES Library. TONS of work going into it! 💪)
40 Years of NES with Pat Contri - The NES Punk - PRGE 2025 Portland Retro Gaming Expo
YouTube video by Portland Retro Gaming Expo
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November 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM
I was locked into working the museum this weekend, so glad I can finally watch my good buddy @contricode.bsky.social chat about the NES at 40 @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social 2025.
(You're gonna love the Expanded edition of Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the NES Library. TONS of work going into it! 💪)
(You're gonna love the Expanded edition of Ultimate Nintendo: Guide to the NES Library. TONS of work going into it! 💪)
Pat got to examine the Intellivision Amico and controller at Portland Retro Gaming Expo! On the #CUPodcast, he gives his thoughts on this never-released console.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Intellivision Amico Controller and Console in My Hands!
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
www.youtube.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Pat got to examine the Intellivision Amico and controller at Portland Retro Gaming Expo! On the #CUPodcast, he gives his thoughts on this never-released console.
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Watch >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4sm...
Atari announced the Intellivision Sprint -- a mini console with 45 built-in games. On the #CUPodcast, Pat and Ian discuss the news and the game lineup.
Watch >>> youtu.be/Sr-LTr5HZj8
Watch >>> youtu.be/Sr-LTr5HZj8
NEW Intellivision Sprint Console Announced!
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
youtu.be
November 14, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Atari announced the Intellivision Sprint -- a mini console with 45 built-in games. On the #CUPodcast, Pat and Ian discuss the news and the game lineup.
Watch >>> youtu.be/Sr-LTr5HZj8
Watch >>> youtu.be/Sr-LTr5HZj8
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Big Xbox Game Pass price increases, Switch streamer loses lawsuit to Nintendo, Little Samson re-release, and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast!
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Streamer Loses Lawsuit to Nintendo, Xbox Game Pass Price Increases - #CUPodcast Super Show #27 Intro
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
youtu.be
November 12, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Big Xbox Game Pass price increases, Switch streamer loses lawsuit to Nintendo, Little Samson re-release, and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast!
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Big Xbox Game Pass price increases, Switch streamer loses lawsuit to Nintendo, Little Samson re-release, and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast!
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Streamer Loses Lawsuit to Nintendo, Xbox Game Pass Price Increases - #CUPodcast Super Show #27 Intro
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
youtu.be
November 12, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Big Xbox Game Pass price increases, Switch streamer loses lawsuit to Nintendo, Little Samson re-release, and more during this intro to the new #CUPodcast!
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
Watch >>> youtu.be/hNdfZpKuKLs
A new #CUPodcast! Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, Intellivision Sprint announced, Pat holds an Intellivision Amico controller, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and more!
Listen >>> creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
Listen >>> creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
Super Show #27 - Vectrex Mini, Pat Holds Amico Controller, Intellivision Sprint by Completely Unnecessary Podcast
Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, Intellivision Sprint announced, Pat holds an Intellivision Amico controller, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and much more! Titan Mattress -- save 30% with code CUPODCAST...
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November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
A new #CUPodcast! Vectrex Mini Kickstarter, Intellivision Sprint announced, Pat holds an Intellivision Amico controller, Xbox Game Pass price increases, and more!
Listen >>> creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
Listen >>> creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
Reposted by Pat Contri
Back by popular demand and just in time for the holiday season, the Ultimate Nintendo 64 Guide by @contricode.bsky.social! They're even signed too!
Give the ultimate gift to the N64 fan in your life! =D
#gamestore #localgamestore #shoplocal #SupportIndie #Poulsbo #Kitsap #NorthKitsap #KitsapCounty
Give the ultimate gift to the N64 fan in your life! =D
#gamestore #localgamestore #shoplocal #SupportIndie #Poulsbo #Kitsap #NorthKitsap #KitsapCounty
November 1, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Back by popular demand and just in time for the holiday season, the Ultimate Nintendo 64 Guide by @contricode.bsky.social! They're even signed too!
Give the ultimate gift to the N64 fan in your life! =D
#gamestore #localgamestore #shoplocal #SupportIndie #Poulsbo #Kitsap #NorthKitsap #KitsapCounty
Give the ultimate gift to the N64 fan in your life! =D
#gamestore #localgamestore #shoplocal #SupportIndie #Poulsbo #Kitsap #NorthKitsap #KitsapCounty
It's the last week of SHOCKTOBER on Twitch! 🎃 Great Halloween commercials from the 70s, 80s, and 90s!
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
ContriCode - Twitch
Pat Contri is a retro gamer, collector, and historian known for Pat the NES Punk, Flea Market Madness, the #CUPodcast, Video Game Years, and Ultimate Nintendo books. Check out this channel for retro T...
twitch.tv
October 29, 2025 at 11:30 PM
It's the last week of SHOCKTOBER on Twitch! 🎃 Great Halloween commercials from the 70s, 80s, and 90s!
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
Watch >>> twitch.tv/contricode
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@contricode.bsky.social WOLF DADDY!!
October 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
@contricode.bsky.social WOLF DADDY!!
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Happy birthday, NES! Pat the NES Punk has a short message in honor of the Nintendo Entertainment System turning 40.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5x7...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5x7...
NES Happy 40th Birthday Message from Pat the NES Punk
YouTube video by Pat the NES Punk
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October 18, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Happy birthday, NES! Pat the NES Punk has a short message in honor of the Nintendo Entertainment System turning 40.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5x7...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5x7...