

Nintendo Voice Chat
IGN & Geek Media
For over 130 years, Nintendo has been a pioneer in gaming, creating legendary franchises like Mario, Zelda, and Donkey Kong. Every week, IGN’s Nintendo Voice Chat podcast celebrates all things Nintendo—past, present, and future. Join the NVC crew for expert analysis, news, and lively discussions on everything from classic favorites to the latest on Nintendo Switch and the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just jumping in, Nintendo Voice Chat is your go-to Nintendo podcast.Nintendo Voice Chat is a part of Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand.Visit Geek.com for more information.
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Dec 15, 2022 • 56min
Will 2023 Be Nintendo's Best Year Ever? - NVC 641
It's the end of the year (almost), which means we can forget all about 2022 and point our gaze at what the future holds. With Tears of the Kingdom, the return of E3, and no sign of Metroid Prime 4 so far, could 2023 be the best the Nintendo Switch has ever had? We take your Nintendo predictions 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:06 - Our 2023 Nintendo Predictions00:29:56 - Tears of the Kingdom Is 2023's Game of the Year00:34:43 - NVC MiiVerse: Holiday Gaming Plans?00:47:50 - Question Block & Outro
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Dec 10, 2022 • 1h 21min
The Game Awards: What Did They Mean for Nintendo in 2023 - NVC 640
The Game Awards have come and gone, and Nintendo had a decent enough showing, right? Sure, we didn't see all our Nintendo dreams come true, but what did you expect? It's the Game Awards, not a Nintendo Direct. We did get to see a new Bayonetta game, Fire Emblem DLC and a wonderful new clip from the Super Mario movie, which was nice.00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:58 - The Game Awards Reactions00:49:18 - Reb’s Cooking Corner00:54:14 - NVC MiiVerse: Splatoon 3 Memes?01:01:00 - Bring Bionic Commando: ReArmed to the Switch!01:07:10 - Question Block & Outro
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Dec 1, 2022 • 1h 17min
Super Mario Movie Direct: It Looks Great! - NVC 639
Nintendo surprised us with a new look at the Super Mario Movie this week, and it actually got us all more excited than the previous reveal. That's just good marketing, friends. We also talk about the glaring performance problems with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and how some of our favorite games haven't always had the best, or even good, performance. On top of that Seth makes a compelling case for Sonic Frontiers as Game of the Year. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:30 - Super Mario Movie Direct Trailer Reactions00:17:49 - Reb Was Right: Pokemon Has Major Perfomance Issues00:38:08 - "You'll Love it, Very Fun, Runs Like Ass"00:48:45 - NVC MiiVerse: What Are We Playing?01:00:11 - Seth’s GOTY 01:06:35 - Question Block & Outro
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Nov 18, 2022 • 1h 21min
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Review Roundtable: How Does It Compare to Pokemon Legends Arceus? - NVC 638
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet reviews are here, and we’re joined by Polygon’s Nicole Carpenter and returning trainers Reb Valentine and Casey Defreitas to dive into all of the details about the latest generation! Here’s what we think of its tech issues, its latest gimmicks, and whether it stands out from other generations. Plus, Harvestella, the new Fire Emblem Engage trailer, Xenoblade Chronicles 3’s Game of the Year chances, and more! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:24 - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Review Roundtable!00:37:34 - Wiibate: Do you name your Pokemon?00:43:00 - What Else Has Our Attention? Xenoblade Chronicles 3 GOTY nomination, Harvestella, and more01:08:06 - Question Block & Outro
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Nov 10, 2022 • 1h 21min
Sonic Frontiers Review Discussion - NVC 637
Sonic Frontiers is a good 3D sonic game, and we have the review and the reviewer to prove it. We're also going to dive into everyone's favorite subject: Nintendo financial numbers! Specifically, how many Nintendo Switch consoles have been sold? It's a lot. We also take your questions and just have a nice time, but first… gonna check in with the panel and see what's new.00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase 00:09:15 - Marvel Snap Rules!00:13:32 - Sega Genesis Mini 2 Impressions00:20:12 - Sonic Frontiers Review Deep Dive00:33:11 - Nintendo’s Sold How Many Switches??00:51:19 - Question Block01:17:13 - Outro
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Nov 3, 2022 • 1h 21min
Does Nintendo Need Achievements? - NVC 636
This week we're wondering about a few things. Like, does Nintendo need an achievement system? How about Nintendo VR? We also premiere a new segment called RAPID RANK, answer your questions in Question Block, but most of all, have fun.00:00:00 - Intro & What We’ve Been Playing00:31:06 - Nintendo VR When?00:48:28 - Wiibate: Does Nintendo Need Achievements?01:04:38 - Rapid Rank: Top 5 Sonic Friends Who Are Not Tails or Knuckles01:14:18 - Question Block & Outro
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Oct 27, 2022 • 1h 21min
Bayonetta 3 Reviews Are Great - NVC 635
This week, Kat and Seth are joined by Mitchell Saltzman and Logan Plant to talk about Bayonetta 3 and Mitchell's shining review, where it shines and were it comes off a little dull. We also play everyone's favorite NVC game, "Wii Game or Something I Just Made Up?" plus we talk Sonic Frontiers and take your questions in Question Block. It's a real good time, is what I'm saying. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:54 - Persona 5 Royal is here!00:20:00 - Bayonetta 3 Review Deep Dive00:38:27 - Sonic Frontiers Preview Chat00:48:49 - Wii Game or Something I Made Up?01:03:12 - Question Block & Outro
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Oct 21, 2022 • 1h 21min
We Played Pokemon Scarlet and Here Are Our Thoughts - NVC 634
Hey Super Ninfriendos! This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, Casey DeFreitas shares her hands-on impressions of Pokemon Scarlet! Dan Stapleton also joins the crew to talk about his review of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. We’re getting tons of new ports including Nier: Automata, No Man’s Sky, and Persona 5 Royal finally coming to the Nintendo Switch and we’re excited for them all! Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about Bayonetta 3. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:06 - Bayonetta Voice Actress Wants to Boycott Bayonetta 300:13:25 - Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope Review Talk!00:31:13 - Casey’s Pokemon Scarlet Impressions00:56:07 - Nintendo Switch’s Impossible Ports!01:08:00 - Question Block & Outro
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Oct 13, 2022 • 1h 22min
The Super Mario Movie Trailer: One Week Later - NVC 633
It's been a week since the Mario Movie trailer was released, and we finally have answers to the question "What if Mario from the hit video games sounded like Chris Pratt from the hit dinosaur movies?" We reflect on this watershed moment in voice casting, as well as discuss what games caught our attention this week and answer your question block questions. 00:00:00 - Intro & What We’re Playing00:24:56 - Super Mario Movie Trailer Impressions00:47:50 - Bayonetta 3 is Almost Here!00:56:50 - Question Block & Outro
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Oct 6, 2022 • 1h 1min
NVC Special: Our Live Reactions to the Mario Movie Trailer! - NVC 632
Join IGN live as Nintendo reveals the first trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Movie, starring Chris Pratt and Anya Taylor-Joy. Ahead of the reveal, we’ll be discussing our hopes and dreams from the movie as well as breaking down the previously announced cast. Stick around after the trailer reveal for live reactions from us and you, the viewer.
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