Ep. 23 A game that deserved better | Little Samson

The boys try to 360-no-scope some bells into the faces of dragons and evil wizards to save a kingdom. Join us as we discuss Little Samson, the NES gem you should know. Links Emu Deck Console https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/emudeck-machines-retro-emulation-console-pc#/ Castlevania Dominus Collection https://store.steampowered.com/app/2369900/Castlevania_Dominus_Collection/ Retro Game Corps: https://www.youtube.com/@RetroGameCorps Social Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555787618764&paipv=0&eav=AfaPi910No-mdoO52oWPNrrzIhCctAwpMFdx29Pb1F6GrvnjSo9dOl-93WKPJdPItr4 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCableClubPodcast Discord: discord.gg/YMjCAVWvNk Email: [email protected] Summary The hosts mention upcoming changes to the podcast, including new branding and formats. They then move on to discuss some news, including the Emu Deck Retro Emulation Console and the Steam Deck. They express their thoughts on the pricing and convenience of these devices. The conversation discusses the Steam Deck and the desire for a more powerful Steam console. They also talk about the Castlevania Dominus collection and the excitement around it. The conversation then shifts to the game Little Samson, with a focus on the unique characters and their abilities. They discuss the high skill ceiling and high reward of playing as KO the mouse as well as the other characters. They also mention the health system and the ability to increase max HP throughout the game. Little Samson is praised for its boss fights and sprite designs. The game features branching paths and hidden areas within boss fights. The platforming and level design are well-executed, with challenging but fair gameplay. The ability to switch between characters adds depth and strategy to the game. The health upgrades could have been better implemented to provide a more satisfying progression. Little Samson is considered by the hosts to be one of the top NES platformers, rivaling games like Castlevania and Mega Man. The boss fights are a highlight, requiring players to learn patterns and test their skills. Little Samson is a hidden gem on the NES that offers a master class in gameplay and performance. The game features four different characters with unique play styles, challenging level design, and well-designed boss fights. However, the last levels of the game could have been better, as they lack healing opportunities. Overall, Little Samson is a must-play for retro game enthusiasts and deserves more recognition. Keywords podcast, challenges, changes,  gaming news, Emu Deck Retro Emulation Console, convenience, Steam Deck, Castlevania Dominus collection, Little Samson, unique characters, abilities, boss fights, sprite designs, branching paths, platforming, NES platformers, NES, hidden gem, gameplay, play styles, level design, boss fights, healing, retro games, Nintendo Entertainment System