
Nintendo Voice Chat
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.
Latest episodes

Nov 8, 2024 • 1h 24min
Why Mario & Luigi: Brothership Is a Disappointing Return - NVC 734
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat: Logan reviewed Mario & Luigi Brothership and the internet was normal about it, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, and tantalizing new official details about the Nintendo Switch successor were revealed by Nintendo itself on its corporate Twitter account. All this plus your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 1, 2024 • 1h 24min
Our Scariest Switch 2 Fears - NVC 733
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, Nintendo has revealed a ton of stuff this week, including its own version of Spotify and two first-party games, including a long-awaited Switch port from one of its most important studios. Plus, we’re diving into our nightmares this Halloween to share our scariest Switch 2 fears. All this and more, straight ahead on NVC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2024 • 1h 24min
Sonic X Shadow Generations Is IGN's Sonic Redemption Arc - NVC 732
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, Jada reviewed Sonic X Shadow Generations and declared it's amazing. That's a '9' on the IGN scale by the way. Logan is in the Nintendo playtest but unlike the other 29,999 people, he's not talking about the stuff he's not supposed to talk about. Reb's Switch is still broken, and the Analogue 3D might be the best way to play Donkey Kong 64 in the history of humanity. Ninfriendos… it's NVC time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 2024 • 1h 23min
Ain't No Party Like a Mario Party - NVC 731
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, we're waking up to Alarmo, Logan got into a playtest no one knows anything about, Reb is back, and of course, there's a new Mario Party and it's a Jamboree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 2024 • 59min
The Future of 2D Zelda Is Bright - Echoes of NVC | NVC 730
Join the hosts as they dive into the highs and lows of the latest Legend of Zelda adventure with a spoilercast filled with insights. They discuss their favorite dungeons, the intense final boss, and memorable moments like the lazy fish kid. The conversation also touches on nostalgic tributes to Iwata and Reggie, alongside the potential future of 2D Zelda games. Expect humor and heart as they explore side quests, character arcs, and what lies ahead for this beloved franchise.

Oct 4, 2024 • 58min
The Best and Worst of Echoes of Wisdom - NVC 729
The crew dives into all the wild and powerful things we’ve done with Echoes of Wisdom so far! From our favorite Echo combinations to hilarious glitches and silly puzzles, we’re here to share all the chaos. Logan also gives us a hands-on look at the new Zelda Switch Lite. Spoilercast coming next week, so send in your questions! And don’t forget to check out IGN's guide and Zelda merch in the store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 2024 • 58min
Why We Think Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Is Amazing - Echoes of NVC | NVC 728
Tom Marks, a seasoned gaming reviewer, joins the panel to share his insights on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. They explore the game’s unique blend of classic and modern gameplay, emphasizing player creativity in problem-solving. The discussion touches on dungeon design evolution, highlighting a shift away from item-based progression. They also delve into the game's technical performance and how it compares to its predecessors. Finally, the conversation reflects on the balance of nostalgia and innovation that makes this title stand out.

Sep 20, 2024 • 1h 25min
There Will Be Discussion of the Switch Successor During This Presentation - NVC 727
On this weeks episode of NVC, Host Seth’s excitement is over 9000 and brought along his saiyan friends Logan, Jada, and Brian to talk about the latest batch of Switch 2 rumors based on some images of renders out in the wild that happen to look basically identical to a current Switch. They also discuss both Nintendo winning 15 million dollars based off the use of Pokémon characters in another companies mobile game and their newest legal action against Palworld developer Pocket Pair. Following that they jump off book to talk about Logan’s review of the Plucky Squire and ended with the Miiverse and the NVC community’s favorite section Question Block. Tune in next week for more episodes of NVC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 2024 • 1h 24min
Can Mario Learn Anything From Astro Bot? - NVC 726
In this episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, the crew debates whether Mario could take a few cues from Astro Bot to stay ahead in 3D platforming. Jada and Logan, who’ve both Platinumed Astro Bot, discuss how the next Mario game could evolve. Plus, Logan shares his hands-on experience with Super Mario Party Jamboree and answers some fan questions. Finally, the team wraps up with a roundtable on standout indie games from last month’s Indie World. And yes, we promise not to talk about Balatro as much as we did two episodes ago! Maybe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2024 • 1h 24min
We’ve Played Echoes of Wisdom, and It Blew Us Away - NVC 725
In this episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, the crew dives into their hands-on impressions of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, with Brian and Logan sharing their experiences after playing over an hour of the game. From new puzzle mechanics to Zelda's Swordfighter form, there's a lot to unpack! Plus, Reb and Logan discuss their thoughts on Emio: The Smiling Man from Famicom Detective Club. Join Seth, Reb, Brian, and Logan for an exciting episode filled with Zelda hype and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices