The Besties Nintendo Dares You to Become a Speedrunner
Jul 26, 2024
This podcast episode challenges the hosts to become elite speedrunners in Nintendo games. They discuss their experiences with Nintendo World Championships and Dungeons of Hinterberg, blending classic gameplay with modern mechanics. The episode also touches on the nostalgia of Nintendo games, the value of Nintendo Switch Online, and the unique gameplay of Dungeons of Hinterberg. Exciting potential for a future episode on a Spycraft game is teased.
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Childhood Memory
- Chris Plant attended the original Nintendo World Championships as a child.
- He even met Mario, which was a formative experience.
Almost a Champion
- Griffin McElroy qualified for a Nintendo championship at Blockbuster by playing Star Fox and Donkey Kong Country.
- However, he couldn't attend the regionals because he had to pay his own way.
Warp Zone Nostalgia
- The game's warp zone information evokes a nostalgic Nintendo Power experience.
- It's fascinating to see newcomers experience this classic game mechanic for the first time.