Ep. 48 – Anticipation: Nintendo’s Forgotten Party Game Gets Its Moment
In this episode of The Terrible Gamers Podcast, hosts Kevin and Kyle dive headfirst into the often-overlooked NES classic, Anticipation—Nintendo’s original attempt at a party game before Mario Party took over the genre. But that’s not all—we’re joined by special guest Carol (Kevin’s wife and Kyle’s cousin) as we test out the game’s party mechanics and hilariously old-school gameplay firsthand!
Originally released in the late ‘80s, Anticipation was Nintendo’s bold experiment to blend board game elements, drawing puzzles, and trivia-style mechanics into a single-player or multiplayer experience. But is it fun by today’s standards—or just weird retro filler? Kevin, Kyle, and Carol break down its quirks, its charm, and its unintentional comedy as they decide if this game deserves a modern remake or belongs in the depths of NES obscurity.
If you're into NES gameplay, retro video game reviews, or you're looking for hidden gems from the 8-bit era, this is a must-watch episode!
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