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Retronauts Episode 79: 10 Shitty Years of Virtual Console
Nov 21, 2016
Chris Kohler joins Jeremy and Bob to discuss the highs and lows of the Virtual Console service over the past decade, reminiscing about the early days of excitement and the disappointment of unfulfilled potential. They also touch on NES Classic Edition speculation and explore the evolution of Nintendo's gaming services, including predictions for future classic edition releases.
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- Virtual Console evolved with disappointments over 10 years, not tapping into popular early games.
- Distinct experiences on Wii, 3DS, and Wii U virtual consoles with missed cross-buy opportunities.
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Retro Nuts 10th Anniversary Celebration
The episode marks the 10th anniversary of the Retro Nuts podcast. Host Jeremy Parrish, along with Chris Kohler and Bob Mackie, reminisce about the 10 years of podcasting, highlighting the 10th anniversary of the Virtual Console and sharing their thoughts on its evolution.
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