Michael Hughes
@kaidanxain.bsky.social
Seat filler on the Games and Junk Podcast, Summers School: A Buffy the Vampire Slayer podcast, and the Games And Junk Game Club podcast.
https://gamesandjunk.net
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21 of 35: Actraiser
I didn't intend to play this in one big sitting, but man, what a really cool game. I dug the almost puzzle aspect to the sim side of things, and while the action scenes didn't do much for me I still really like Enix's "simple" take on combat. Guess I'm 30+ late to the party!😅
I didn't intend to play this in one big sitting, but man, what a really cool game. I dug the almost puzzle aspect to the sim side of things, and while the action scenes didn't do much for me I still really like Enix's "simple" take on combat. Guess I'm 30+ late to the party!😅
November 23, 2025 at 9:06 PM
21 of 35: Actraiser
I didn't intend to play this in one big sitting, but man, what a really cool game. I dug the almost puzzle aspect to the sim side of things, and while the action scenes didn't do much for me I still really like Enix's "simple" take on combat. Guess I'm 30+ late to the party!😅
I didn't intend to play this in one big sitting, but man, what a really cool game. I dug the almost puzzle aspect to the sim side of things, and while the action scenes didn't do much for me I still really like Enix's "simple" take on combat. Guess I'm 30+ late to the party!😅
20 of 35: Donkey Kong Country 2
I can't believe how this trilogy's difficulty oscillates. The first game is fine, this one is borderline brutal (especially going for 100%), and the third is easier than 1!
I can't believe how this trilogy's difficulty oscillates. The first game is fine, this one is borderline brutal (especially going for 100%), and the third is easier than 1!
November 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
20 of 35: Donkey Kong Country 2
I can't believe how this trilogy's difficulty oscillates. The first game is fine, this one is borderline brutal (especially going for 100%), and the third is easier than 1!
I can't believe how this trilogy's difficulty oscillates. The first game is fine, this one is borderline brutal (especially going for 100%), and the third is easier than 1!
19 of 35: Kirby Super Star
RetroAchievements sure breathe some new life into these old classics, but playing through Milky Way Wishes without collecting any of the super abilities just feels wrong.
RetroAchievements sure breathe some new life into these old classics, but playing through Milky Way Wishes without collecting any of the super abilities just feels wrong.
November 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
19 of 35: Kirby Super Star
RetroAchievements sure breathe some new life into these old classics, but playing through Milky Way Wishes without collecting any of the super abilities just feels wrong.
RetroAchievements sure breathe some new life into these old classics, but playing through Milky Way Wishes without collecting any of the super abilities just feels wrong.
18 of 35: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Another big one down! It’s been so damn long since I’ve played through vanilla that I actually had to look up where to get the silver arrows. 😅 Damn you, randomizer!
Another big one down! It’s been so damn long since I’ve played through vanilla that I actually had to look up where to get the silver arrows. 😅 Damn you, randomizer!
November 23, 2025 at 2:23 PM
18 of 35: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Another big one down! It’s been so damn long since I’ve played through vanilla that I actually had to look up where to get the silver arrows. 😅 Damn you, randomizer!
Another big one down! It’s been so damn long since I’ve played through vanilla that I actually had to look up where to get the silver arrows. 😅 Damn you, randomizer!
17 of 35: Super Mario RPG
This is either the third or fourth time I've played through some version of this game in the last year. Still fantastic.
Also, possibly my favorite credits sequence on the system.
This is either the third or fourth time I've played through some version of this game in the last year. Still fantastic.
Also, possibly my favorite credits sequence on the system.
November 21, 2025 at 11:21 PM
17 of 35: Super Mario RPG
This is either the third or fourth time I've played through some version of this game in the last year. Still fantastic.
Also, possibly my favorite credits sequence on the system.
This is either the third or fourth time I've played through some version of this game in the last year. Still fantastic.
Also, possibly my favorite credits sequence on the system.
A couple that I liked less than expected and one I liked way more that I thought I would going in.
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
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November 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
A couple that I liked less than expected and one I liked way more that I thought I would going in.
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
15 of 35: Mega Man X2
Just a little tip for you RetroAchievement hunters out there: if you decide to go for the ridiculous “no upgrades, no heart tanks, etc, etc” run you best keep a close eye on that little icon that shows you’re still on track for it. Somewhere along the way it vanished for me…
Just a little tip for you RetroAchievement hunters out there: if you decide to go for the ridiculous “no upgrades, no heart tanks, etc, etc” run you best keep a close eye on that little icon that shows you’re still on track for it. Somewhere along the way it vanished for me…
November 20, 2025 at 12:16 PM
15 of 35: Mega Man X2
Just a little tip for you RetroAchievement hunters out there: if you decide to go for the ridiculous “no upgrades, no heart tanks, etc, etc” run you best keep a close eye on that little icon that shows you’re still on track for it. Somewhere along the way it vanished for me…
Just a little tip for you RetroAchievement hunters out there: if you decide to go for the ridiculous “no upgrades, no heart tanks, etc, etc” run you best keep a close eye on that little icon that shows you’re still on track for it. Somewhere along the way it vanished for me…
14 of 15: Magical Quest starring Mickey Mouse
I could’t not put potentially the first SNES game I played on this list! It’s also very likely the catalyst for my love of “costumes that grant powers” trope.
I could’t not put potentially the first SNES game I played on this list! It’s also very likely the catalyst for my love of “costumes that grant powers” trope.
November 20, 2025 at 11:41 AM
14 of 15: Magical Quest starring Mickey Mouse
I could’t not put potentially the first SNES game I played on this list! It’s also very likely the catalyst for my love of “costumes that grant powers” trope.
I could’t not put potentially the first SNES game I played on this list! It’s also very likely the catalyst for my love of “costumes that grant powers” trope.
13 of 35: Donkey Kong Country
I think at different points I have had all three of the DKC games on this list, but it seemed prudent to include my SNES’ pack-in game. Definitely don’t remember it being just over an hour long though. 🤨
I think at different points I have had all three of the DKC games on this list, but it seemed prudent to include my SNES’ pack-in game. Definitely don’t remember it being just over an hour long though. 🤨
November 18, 2025 at 11:21 PM
13 of 35: Donkey Kong Country
I think at different points I have had all three of the DKC games on this list, but it seemed prudent to include my SNES’ pack-in game. Definitely don’t remember it being just over an hour long though. 🤨
I think at different points I have had all three of the DKC games on this list, but it seemed prudent to include my SNES’ pack-in game. Definitely don’t remember it being just over an hour long though. 🤨
12 of 35: Mega Man X
RetroAchievements and rewind make for some fun playthroughs. This run I used only the Buster, didn't get the Armor Upgrade, and without dying.
RetroAchievements and rewind make for some fun playthroughs. This run I used only the Buster, didn't get the Armor Upgrade, and without dying.
November 17, 2025 at 10:56 PM
12 of 35: Mega Man X
RetroAchievements and rewind make for some fun playthroughs. This run I used only the Buster, didn't get the Armor Upgrade, and without dying.
RetroAchievements and rewind make for some fun playthroughs. This run I used only the Buster, didn't get the Armor Upgrade, and without dying.
Your last saved meme is your moral philosophy.
November 17, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Your last saved meme is your moral philosophy.
10 of 35: Goof Troop
It's really funny to see what could be construed as inspiration that Shinji Mikami would use in Resident Evil a few years later.
It's really funny to see what could be construed as inspiration that Shinji Mikami would use in Resident Evil a few years later.
November 16, 2025 at 2:43 PM
10 of 35: Goof Troop
It's really funny to see what could be construed as inspiration that Shinji Mikami would use in Resident Evil a few years later.
It's really funny to see what could be construed as inspiration that Shinji Mikami would use in Resident Evil a few years later.
9 of 35: Contra III
I tried to play this on Hard, but even with ample rewind I couldn't finish the third level. So, you know, a Contra game.
I tried to play this on Hard, but even with ample rewind I couldn't finish the third level. So, you know, a Contra game.
November 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
9 of 35: Contra III
I tried to play this on Hard, but even with ample rewind I couldn't finish the third level. So, you know, a Contra game.
I tried to play this on Hard, but even with ample rewind I couldn't finish the third level. So, you know, a Contra game.
Does this look like the face of mercy?
November 15, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Does this look like the face of mercy?
8 of 35: Super Punch-Out!!
I need an emulator that cuts out my extensive rewinding and just shows me playing this game perfectly. Because there is no way I would be able to get anywhere close to beating it on my own.🥵
I need an emulator that cuts out my extensive rewinding and just shows me playing this game perfectly. Because there is no way I would be able to get anywhere close to beating it on my own.🥵
November 14, 2025 at 10:34 PM
8 of 35: Super Punch-Out!!
I need an emulator that cuts out my extensive rewinding and just shows me playing this game perfectly. Because there is no way I would be able to get anywhere close to beating it on my own.🥵
I need an emulator that cuts out my extensive rewinding and just shows me playing this game perfectly. Because there is no way I would be able to get anywhere close to beating it on my own.🥵
Post the last 4 games you played!
I don’t know what you were expecting from me. 😂
I don’t know what you were expecting from me. 😂
November 14, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Post the last 4 games you played!
I don’t know what you were expecting from me. 😂
I don’t know what you were expecting from me. 😂
Hello, I am robot.
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Hello, I am robot.
Google’s shitty AI ruined the surprise of your new show, @dropout.tv. And after you spent all the money for @samreich.bsky.social’s Lou makeup!
November 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Google’s shitty AI ruined the surprise of your new show, @dropout.tv. And after you spent all the money for @samreich.bsky.social’s Lou makeup!
I dunno, Sonic. I think there’s no saving some people.
November 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
I dunno, Sonic. I think there’s no saving some people.
6 or 35: Chrono Trigger
I dunno, gang. This game might be kind of good. Surprised more people don’t talk about it.
I dunno, gang. This game might be kind of good. Surprised more people don’t talk about it.
November 11, 2025 at 7:05 PM
6 or 35: Chrono Trigger
I dunno, gang. This game might be kind of good. Surprised more people don’t talk about it.
I dunno, gang. This game might be kind of good. Surprised more people don’t talk about it.
5 of 35: Tetris Attack
I played through Normal and Hard mode just to feel better about calling this one "cleared". In that I time I learned how very out of practice I am at Panel de Pon, and how much difference a coat of paint can make. Now I just want to play Pokémon Puzzle League!
I played through Normal and Hard mode just to feel better about calling this one "cleared". In that I time I learned how very out of practice I am at Panel de Pon, and how much difference a coat of paint can make. Now I just want to play Pokémon Puzzle League!
November 9, 2025 at 2:27 PM
5 of 35: Tetris Attack
I played through Normal and Hard mode just to feel better about calling this one "cleared". In that I time I learned how very out of practice I am at Panel de Pon, and how much difference a coat of paint can make. Now I just want to play Pokémon Puzzle League!
I played through Normal and Hard mode just to feel better about calling this one "cleared". In that I time I learned how very out of practice I am at Panel de Pon, and how much difference a coat of paint can make. Now I just want to play Pokémon Puzzle League!
4 of 35: Legend of the Mystical Ninja
The first game on the list that's brand new to me! LotMN has some neat platforming, some questionable hitboxes, and some really clever boss fights. I'll have to consider putting the 64 game on that list next year.
The first game on the list that's brand new to me! LotMN has some neat platforming, some questionable hitboxes, and some really clever boss fights. I'll have to consider putting the 64 game on that list next year.
November 9, 2025 at 1:27 PM
4 of 35: Legend of the Mystical Ninja
The first game on the list that's brand new to me! LotMN has some neat platforming, some questionable hitboxes, and some really clever boss fights. I'll have to consider putting the 64 game on that list next year.
The first game on the list that's brand new to me! LotMN has some neat platforming, some questionable hitboxes, and some really clever boss fights. I'll have to consider putting the 64 game on that list next year.
2 of 35: Super Mario World
Ehh, close enough.
Game is still great.
Ehh, close enough.
Game is still great.
November 8, 2025 at 10:28 PM
2 of 35: Super Mario World
Ehh, close enough.
Game is still great.
Ehh, close enough.
Game is still great.
I’ve been on a good streak lately. Granted most of them have been rewatches. 😅
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
November 7, 2025 at 7:57 PM
I’ve been on a good streak lately. Granted most of them have been rewatches. 😅
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
#LetterboxdFriday
#LastFourWatched
1 of 35: Super Metroid!
How could I not start with this awesome game? I even managed to get Suitless Samus, which I think is a first for me? I eventually had to break myself from going back for the remaining pickups. Still have 34 more games to go after all and they won’t all be this smooth. 😅
How could I not start with this awesome game? I even managed to get Suitless Samus, which I think is a first for me? I eventually had to break myself from going back for the remaining pickups. Still have 34 more games to go after all and they won’t all be this smooth. 😅
November 6, 2025 at 3:09 PM
1 of 35: Super Metroid!
How could I not start with this awesome game? I even managed to get Suitless Samus, which I think is a first for me? I eventually had to break myself from going back for the remaining pickups. Still have 34 more games to go after all and they won’t all be this smooth. 😅
How could I not start with this awesome game? I even managed to get Suitless Samus, which I think is a first for me? I eventually had to break myself from going back for the remaining pickups. Still have 34 more games to go after all and they won’t all be this smooth. 😅