Nintendo Voice Chat

In this discussion, guest Alex Olney, a writer and editor at Nintendo Life, dives into IGN and Nintendo Life's top 25 Nintendo games. He passionately defends Super Mario 64 for its pioneering spirit and highlights the emotional depth of Majora's Mask. The conversation also touches on Animal Crossing: New Horizons' customization features and the impact of Final Fantasy VI's narrative. Later, they shift gears to a sneak peek of Metroid Prime 4, exploring its stunning visuals, gameplay mechanics, and a debated chatty companion that clashes with the series' tone.

The crew dives into their live reactions to the Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer, sharing excitement and predictions about casting, particularly for Rosalina and Yoshi. They explore stunning visuals, the dynamic between Bowser Jr. and a shrunken Bowser, and speculate on potential spin-offs featuring Luigi. The discussion includes game references and the musical direction, highlighting how the film could embrace various Nintendo franchises. They also touch on upcoming adaptations like a live-action Zelda movie, raising expectations for its tone and storytelling.

This week, Alex Olney, a contributor from Nintendo Life, joins the discussion to dive deep into the top 100 Nintendo games. He shares his love for classic titles like Banjo-Kazooie, highlighting its enchanting world design, and Metroid Dread, which he praises for its tense pacing and challenging encounters. The hosts also dissect the latest on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment and the surprise Animal Crossing update. Plus, they react to the exciting Metroid Prime 4 trailer, setting the stage for future adventures!

The hosts celebrate the launch of Luigi’s Mansion on Switch Online, diving into its unique gameplay and nostalgic memories from its GameCube debut. They explore the evolution of Luigi from a timid character to a confident hero in subsequent titles. The discussion also covers the artistic achievements of the original game, while speculating on the future of the series and potential new mechanics. Plus, their thoughts on other games like Hollow Knight Silksong and the relaxing joy of PowerWash Simulator 2 add to the fun!

The Nintendo Entertainment System just turned 40 years old in North America… Kind of? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they dive into the strange, muddled history of the NES console launch in the United States and share their favorite NES games and memories. Then, they dive into the 60-minute Kirby Air Riders Direct from Masahiro Sakurai, more impressions of Pokémon Legends Z-A, and the news headlines of the week, including a ton of third-party announcements for Switch 2. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:28:51 - Kirby Air Riders Direct 00:49:35 - Pokémon Legends Z-A Review Roundtable 01:10:19 - Ball X Pit 01:22:47 - Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Update 01:24:05 - AC Shadows 01:26:47 - Fallout 4, System Shock Remake, Persona 3: Reloaded 01:28:31 - Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush 01:29:02 - Nintendo Today Adds Share Button & Luigi's Mansion Update 01:30:38 - Outro #Nintendo #Gaming #KirbyAirRiders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pokemon Legends Z-A is out now on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and we’ve assembled a panel of Pokemon experts to tell you all about it. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Casey DeFreitas as Reb, Casey, and Jada share in-depth thoughts on their adventures in Lumiose City. From the revamped action battle system, to the return of Mega Evolutions, to answers surrounding Z-A’s graphics and performance, there’s so much to discuss surrounding Switch 2’s first Pokemon game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 are out on Nintendo Switch, and we’re having a blast revisiting two of the best platformers Nintendo has ever made. This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they talk about what holds up well, what hasn’t aged super gracefully, the quality of the Switch port, and if Galaxy 2 is still a masterpiece. Then, the panel dives into the weird saga of Nintendo’s new Pikmin animated short that’s been unfolding over the last few days. They also chat about Mina the Hollower’s delay, Hyrule Warriors’ latest story details, and what they’re playing on Switch, including Hades 2, Zelda: Wind Waker, LEGO Voyagers, and more. This weeks show is Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy, Brian Altano, and is produced by Nick Maillet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Trinen, a Nintendo of America representative, joins to discuss the new Splatoon 3 North American League. He breaks down the league’s structure, including the 10-week season and how fans can get involved through community tournaments. Trinen also highlights Nintendo's ongoing commitment to Splatoon, sharing insights on rewards and competitive excitement. Meanwhile, impressions of Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2 spark curiosity about upcoming third-party games, and a lively debate about Mario Kart World versus Sonic Racing CrossWorlds wraps up the discussion.

Brendan Graber and Casey DeFreitas join to dive into the exciting world of indie games. They discuss the surge of indie sequels in 2025, highlighting Hades 2's mechanics and its competition for Game of the Year alongside Silksong. Casey shares her fresh impressions of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, detailing exciting new features and mechanics. The panel also explores anticipated titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and the potential for sequels of beloved games like Cadence of Hyrule. The conversation rounds out with thoughts on Nintendo leadership changes and upcoming updates.

In this engaging discussion, Tom Marks, IGN editor and Silksong reviewer, shares insights from his 9/10 review of Hollow Knight's much-anticipated sequel, noting its refined gameplay and artistic integrity. The hosts dive into boss difficulty, accessibility concerns, and the game’s improved world design. They also tackle the rising costs of being a Nintendo fan in 2025 and explore exciting new titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Metroid Prime 4, highlighting industry pricing quirks and the anticipation around upcoming games.