The WORST episodes of GameCenter CX
Every episode of GameCenter CX ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of GameCenter CX!
GameCenter CX (domestically imported as Retro Game Master) is a Japanese television series where Shinya Arino, a member of comedy duo Yoiko, plays Japan's most popular classic video games and records his progress. From shooters (his worst genre) to puzzles (his best) and anything in between, Arino tackles an amazing variety of games. He is supported by his Assistant Directors (ADs) and staff, who offer moral support, tips and tricks, and occasionally take the controller and play themselves. He also gets the chance to interview game designers and to visit arcades all over Japan.
#1 - Bloody Wolf
Season 24 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/28/2021
#2 - Werewolf: The Last Warrior
Season 23 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/7/2019
Today Arino will take on Werewolf: The Last Warrior, or as the much cooler Japanese title calls it, Warwolf. It will be a massive challenge for Arino to clear all 5 stages and take out the evil Dr. Gordon, and he will be feeling the pressure with the expectant eyes on interns on him. For today's TamaGe Arino is actually on his way to an Onsen where there are rumors of a celebrity appearance later that day. But until that person comes Arino will need to keep himself busy with classic games and a relaxing dip. Arino will be busying himself putting together some Nintendo themes puzzles while he waits for his Yoshida Udon in Until The Udon Boils.
#3 - Space Channel 5
Season 23 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/5/2019
It is all happening in this episode of GameCenter CX as the longstanding ban on Dreamcast games is finally lifted allowing Arino to take on Space Channel 5. As Arino is well known for his rhythm skills, it should be easy for him and Space Reporter Ulala to save the galaxy from the evil Morolians. We find Arino taking in the quiet atmosphere of a park at the outset of today's TamaGe before heading over to a local store. This store not only sells candy, has games but also makes Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki. After struggling with a few games, Arino heads inside to terrorize a couple of the local children. While Arino is waiting for Kibe to prepare some Himi Udon he will have the chance to check out some Mario and Street Fighter themed collectible cards in Until the Udon Boils!
#4 - Meikyuu Jiin Dababa
Season 23 - Episode 15 - Aired 12/19/2019
#5 - The House of the Dead
Season 24 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/21/2020
A change of pace from the typical fare that Arino challenges as he takes on the original THE House of THE Dead. He will need to shoot his way through all manner of creatures developed by the evil Dr. Curien if he has any hope of rescuing his fiancé Sophie. On his latest TamaGe outing, Arino is exploring a wholesale center that houses all manner of stores as well as a game center. It will be a day of enjoying shopping, gaming eating and poo. Arino takes another trip into the Gaming House of Fortunes to discover some deeper insights into his true self.
#6 - Dragon Fighter
Season 24 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/11/2020
#7 - Hammerin' Harry
Season 24 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/9/2020
#8 - King of the Monsters 2
Season 24 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/13/2020
#9 - Mappy Kids
Season 24 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/17/2020
#10 - Devil Dice
Season 24 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/22/2020
#11 - Psycho Dream
Season 24 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/12/2020
#12 - Esper Dream
Season 24 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/26/2020
#13 - Quiz no Hoshi
Season 24 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/24/2020
#14 - EarthBound (3)
Season 23 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/10/2019
#15 - Saturday Night Slam Masters
Season 24 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/11/2021
#16 - Dynamite Duke
Season 24 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/25/2021
#17 - Squashed
Season 24 - Episode 19 - Aired 3/11/2021
#18 - The Firemen
Season 24 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/25/2021
#19 - Gain Ground
Season 25 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/8/2021
#20 - Air Fortress
Season 25 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/22/2021
#21 - Super Wagyan Land
Season 25 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/12/2021
#22 - Faxanadu
Season 25 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/9/2021
#23 - Rastan Saga II
Season 25 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/25/2021
#24 - Axelay
Season 25 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/23/2021