Kirby Conversations | Exploring Kirby, Nintendo, and More More E3 Stories with Captain Dangerous + Summer Games 2025
Jun 25, 2025
Ky "Captain Dangerous" Parker, a passionate product photographer and dedicated Kirby fan, shares nostalgic E3 experiences, highlighting impressive Nintendo exhibits and unforgettable reveals. She reflects on the magic of in-person events, lamenting E3's decline in favor of online announcements. The conversation shifts to exciting upcoming indie games, including cozy horror titles and unique action-platformers. Gigi adds a twist with her quirky cross-continental plan for acquiring a Switch 2, rounding out their summer gaming discussions.
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Immersive Breath Of The Wild Reveal
- Ky described Nintendo's Breath of the Wild E3 booth as a Narnia-like walk-in experience with life-size props and music.
- She said the reveal felt surreal and like stepping directly into the game's world.
Nintendo Booths As Full-Scale Sets
- Ky recalled Nintendo's Super Mario Odyssey and Luigi's Mansion booths using themed staff, music, and props to evoke game worlds.
- She emphasized Nintendo's consistent effort to make attendees feel like they were entering the game itself.
Mistaken Credit For Diorama Inspiration
- Ky was mistaken by attendees as a creator of Link's Awakening dioramas and learned Nintendo took inspiration from her miniature sets.
- She felt honored though she confirmed she didn't directly build those exhibit pieces.