Lazy Game Reviews
Season 2012
A show about retro video games and odd hardware by Clint Basinger.
Where to Watch Lazy Game Reviews • Season 2012
135 Episodes
- Top 17 Games I Want to Talk About / Best Games of 2011E1
Top 17 Games I Want to Talk About / Best Games of 2011I have discovered an inherent problem with "top whatever" lists: they're essentially flame-bait. Trolls just flock to these things because, for whatever reason, the idea of "opinion" doesn't fly. I'm putting a stop to this once and for all! This is the top 17 games that I want to talk about — at the very moment in time I created this. By now this list has totally changed, but whatever man. This is like a time capsule for my brain and nobody can refute its accuracy. Unless they're Professor X. - Kryoflux USB Floppy Disk Controller OverviewE2
Kryoflux USB Floppy Disk Controller OverviewA demonstration and overview of the capabilities of the Kryoflux USB High Definition Flux Sampler. Many thanks to LunaVorax for sending me this! The Kryoflux is a board that connects old floppy drives to newer computers via USB. It allows for low-level reading of disks to RAW data and floppy images. This not only preserves games and software so they can be enjoyed through emulation, but also preserves them in such a way that their "original" form is kept around even when the disk has finally died. Sexy stuff, right? - Trying to Fly the Supermarine Spitfire Mk 1a by A2A SimulationsE3
Trying to Fly the Supermarine Spitfire Mk 1a by A2A SimulationsJust messing around in FSX, attempting to fly the Wings of Power 3: Spitfire without any prior knowledge. Me, a plane, and a healthy serving of dumb. This isn't supposed to be representative of my flight sim experience level, so please, you don't need to let me know I don't know what I'm doing. Being clueless is the entire point of this video, and it's just a bit of fun! Although I'm sure if any of my pilot relatives see this some epic facepalms will be in order. - Tec Toy 20-in-1 Sega Master System Game PlaythroughE4
Tec Toy 20-in-1 Sega Master System Game PlaythroughPlaying through and giving commentary on the amazingly awful "20 em I" by Tectoy, for the Brazilian Sega Master System 8-bit video game console. Twenty games, twenty fails, one cartridge. Truly impressive stuff. - Oddware - IBM 5151 Monochrome CRT & Hercules CardsE6
Oddware - IBM 5151 Monochrome CRT & Hercules CardsAn overview of all sorts of monochrome graphical greatness! The IBM 5151 monitor, MDA graphics, Hercules graphics, emulated CGA, green/amber/white phosphor, text modes vs. addressable pixels, etc. Mmm, gotta love 80's computing! - EverDrive-MD Sega Genesis Flash Cart ReviewE9
EverDrive-MD Sega Genesis Flash Cart ReviewA review of the Crimson Edition of the Ever Drive MD flash memory cartridge, by Stone Age Gamer and KRIKzz. Nearly every Mega Drive, SMS, and 32x game playable through one cart? Pinch me, my geeky self must be dreaming! - BBC Micro Computer System ReviewE15
BBC Micro Computer System ReviewThe BBC Microcomputer was Acorn's follow-up to the Atom, and launched in 1981. Largely due to its BBC backing, the computer was quite successful in the UK, especially among schools and businesses. But is it still worth owning to a current collector of vintage computers? This is an overview of the history, hardware, and software of the Beeb from the perspective of an American collector. How do the pros and cons stack up, and is it worth getting a Beeb over its cut-down sibling, the Electron? - Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego - Apple II Game ReviewE26
Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego - Apple II Game ReviewOne of the best-selling edutainment titles of all time, and for good reason. It's awesome, awesome, and awesome. Awesome. Now try to get that TV show theme song out of your head. - Oddware - Mouse Systems PC MouseE31
Oddware - Mouse Systems PC MouseOverview of the Mouse Systems optical PC Mouse from 1986! Optical pointing devices may not have been very common until the turn of the century, but you have to go all the way back to the mid-80's to see their origins. Apparently, it was largely popular with businesses using workstation computers, like various machines from Sun. It retailed at $295 USD in 1983. - AVerMedia Live Gamer HD Capture Card ReviewE36
AVerMedia Live Gamer HD Capture Card ReviewUnboxing and review of the Live Gamer HD PC capture card by AVerMedia. Some things I meant to mention: the card supports 4:2:2 YUV color and there are planned updates for recording to formats other than H.264 in the future. Possibly even more precise bit rate and frame rate adjustments as well, which would be awesome. - LGR Plays - Diablo IIIE38
LGR Plays - Diablo IIIGameplay and first impressions commentary on Diablo 3. Covers the first quest. Yeah, of course the game really is a lot of fun. I just hate the requirement of servers for single-player gaming. Getting kicked off when you're going solo is just ridiculous. - Exploring the Abandoned Swannanoa LaundryE40
Exploring the Abandoned Swannanoa LaundryFrom what I can gather, this building was originally built as a church, which started construction in 1884. It was turned into a laundry in 1891, and then heavily renovated around 1940 by architect William Dodge. The Swannanoa Laundry (now named Swannanoa Cleaners) moved out some time after that, but the building remains in a state of disrepair. NOTE: I do not condone entering these types of places alone or without permission! I had someone with me, had permission to enter, and the floors and such were checked to make sure they were stable before walking around. Want to truly be safe? Don't do it at all. But of course, what's the fun in that? - Zenith Z-171 Vintage Computer System OverviewE45
Zenith Z-171 Vintage Computer System OverviewZenith may not have been the biggest name in computers in the 80's, but the Z-171 is a pretty awesome machine. One of the first portable battery-powered PCs, as well as one of the first to utilize a backlit LCD display! - The Sims 3: Katy Perry's Sweet Treats ReviewE49
The Sims 3: Katy Perry's Sweet Treats ReviewIs the sixth stuff pack expansion for The Sims 3 worth buying? What exactly does it include? Does it make The Sims look tasty enough to eat? This brutally honest (and sarcastic) review of KPST answers these questions and more. - LGR Plays - SimCity SocialE59
LGR Plays - SimCity SocialGameplay and commentary on SimCity Social, an abomination that sullies the good name of SimCity, er, a pay-to-win Facebook game... thing. It's one of those friend-spamming apps that's not so much fun as it is compulsive to the point of annoyance. - Oddware - Bleem! Commercial PlayStation EmulatorE71
Oddware - Bleem! Commercial PlayStation EmulatorA PS1 emulator for Windows sold in stores for $29.99 during the console's heyday. Seriously. Whether or not you think Bleem LLC was genius or insane, it's quite the odd software relic! Also talking a bit about Bleem! for Dreamcast (Bleemcast). - Deathtrack - DOS PC Game ReviewE78
Deathtrack - DOS PC Game ReviewSometimes, simple racing is not enough. Sometimes, you just want to strap ram spikes and missile launchers onto a car and smash up punks with 80's hairstyles on a track of death! For this, you've gotta choose Death Track, by Dynamix from 1989. - LGR Plays - Neo Aquarium: King of CrustaceansE82
LGR Plays - Neo Aquarium: King of CrustaceansThis game cracks me up. Gameplay and commentary on the English release of Neo Aquarium, an awesome competitive 3D shooting game based on CRUSTACEANS. Control glorious creatures like lobsters, crabs, and barnacles, destroying your opponents with freaking lasers and missiles. Amazing. - Life and Death - Apple IIGS Game ReviewE84
Life and Death - Apple IIGS Game ReviewPut on your surgeon's mask and gloves, it's time to operate! Life & Death puts you in the shoes of an abdominal surgeon fresh out of med school. While the goal is to save lives, whether or not you want to play by the rules is up to you. - Microshaft Winblows 98 - Parody Program ReviewE88
Microshaft Winblows 98 - Parody Program ReviewBack in 1997, Microsoft was in some serious crap. Due to shady business practices and the government's antitrust concerns, MS hate was all the rage. Enter Microshaft Winblows 98, a parody program meant to be a hilarious jab at the company and Bill Gates! - Apple IIGS - Vintage Computer System ReviewE90
Apple IIGS - Vintage Computer System ReviewThe Apple II was one of the first major successes in personal computing, and as a result Apple released several variants, culminating in the IIGS in 1986. Although soon phased out in favor of the Macintosh, the IIGS was a worthwhile machine for years. But is it still worth owning to a current collector of vintage computers? This is an overview of the history, hardware, and software of the IIGS from the perspective of a classic computer collector. How do the pros and cons stack up, and is it worth getting a IIGS considering the other, more popular 16-bit 80's computers? - Lode Runner Online: Mad Monks' Revenge - PC Game ReviewE92
Lode Runner Online: Mad Monks' Revenge - PC Game ReviewThe follow-up to Lode Runner, titled The Legend Returns, was already an awesome successor to the 8-bit classic. But Mad Monks' Revenge from 1995 took all that offered and added more, proving to be the ultimate version of the Presage Software puzzle platformer. - Demon's Forge - Apple II Game ReviewE96
Demon's Forge - Apple II Game ReviewThe first published game by industry legend Brian Fargo, Demon's Forge pits you against the demon Anarakull and his labyrinth of illogical puzzles. All for getting into a bar fight and aggravating the king. NOTE: No actual game floppies were harmed during the filming of this review. Remember, keep your floppies away from contact with direct sunlight, water, and excess beard hair. - Tongue of the Fatman - DOS PC Game ReviewE98
Tongue of the Fatman - DOS PC Game ReviewFight to the death against Mondu the Fat and a selection of other completely bizarre creatures and humanoids! Also known as Mondu's Fight Palace, Slaughter Sport, and simply Fatman, this is one of the strangest and more innovative pre-Street Fighter II fighting games sold at retail. - Car and Driver - DOS PC Game ReviewE117
Car and Driver - DOS PC Game ReviewAn oft-forgotten classic by the guys who went on to make the Descent games, this is not only one of the few magazine-inspired games but one of the most unique racers of its day. Not many driving games provide a parking lot as a selectable track! - Mortal Kombat - DOS PC Game ReviewE125
Mortal Kombat - DOS PC Game ReviewMost are familiar with the Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo ports of the time, with the missing features and technical sacrifices that had to be made for those. But there was a near arcade-perfect port on the PC, and it's time it got some due attention! - NFK: Santa's Gone Postal - PC Game ReviewE130
NFK: Santa's Gone Postal - PC Game ReviewIt's December, and that means Christmas game reviews! To start things off, we've got the Xmas spin-off to Natural Fawn Killers. The game has you play a psycho hunter in a Santa suit, sniping the heads off cute creatures, and tests the patience of gamers with its lackluster gameplay. - Daze Before Christmas - SNES Game ReviewE133
Daze Before Christmas - SNES Game ReviewLGR Christmas Game Month continues! While not the easiest game to find due to its limited distribution, Daze Before Christmas is actually a pretty decent side-scrolling platformer. Become Anti-Claus to help Santa Claus retrieve his stolen loot! - Terror in Christmas Town - DOS PC Game ReviewE134
Terror in Christmas Town - DOS PC Game ReviewAs Christmas inches ever closer, we've got one more lackluster holiday shooter to endure. Based on earlier Pie in the Sky GCS Engine games, Terror in Christmastown arms you with shotguns and candy canes and sends you on a quest to save Santa's lead elf.