

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 5, 2019 • 1h 16min
The Best Switch Games You May Have Missed - NVC 486
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! It's December, and this year's release schedule is starting to calm down. So, the NVC crew is here to add even more games to your backlog with their discussion on the best hidden gems on Switch that you shouldn't miss. After that, the panel talks about Link joining Super Mario Maker 2 and the one year anniversary of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Finally, your listener questions are answered yet again on Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:40 The best Switch games you may have missed 00:32:50 News! Link is in Mario Maker 2! 00:44:00 Games out this week 00:56:00 What we've been playing 01:01:49 Question Block… and turnips? 01:13:50 Wrap it up!
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Nov 27, 2019 • 1h 8min
The Best Black Friday Deals and Our Favorite 2019 Games - NVC 485
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the best Black Friday deals for Nintendo consoles, controllers, and games. They also share their favorite Nintendo games of 2019. Additionally, they answer listener questions and talk about their favorite Nintendo Switch games to play during Thanksgiving.

Nov 21, 2019 • 1h 8min
Looking Back on the amiibo Craze - NVC 484
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC crew looks back on five years of amiibo, from the days when they were nearly impossible to find, all the way up to now. Watch as Brian relives some of the moments from old episodes of Nintendo Voice Chat when amiibo frenzy was at its peak. Then in the news, learn about early Pokemon sales data, Pocket Camp's new subscription service, and more. Finally, the panel takes your listener queries on Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Looking back on five years of amiibo 00:25:50 News time! 00:50:53 Games out this week 00:53:40 What we've been playing 01:01:48 Question Block! 01:05:50 That's all, folks!
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Nov 14, 2019 • 1h 5min
Pokemon Sword and Shield Review Discussion - NVC 483
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Pokemon Sword and Shield launch this week, and the NVC crew is here to discuss the good and bad of the next generation of Pokemon. The panel talks about the Wild Area, new Pokemon, Max Raid Battles, some of the controversy surrounding the titles, and more. Then, they tackle your burning questions about Sword and Shield. In the news, learn about the Nintendo Switch not getting a price cut anytime soon, petting the dog in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and Shovel Knight's final content update. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:02:35 Pokemon Sword and Shield discussion 00:36:00 Pokemon Question Block 00:47:00 News! 00:56:18 What we've been playing 01:03:00 Wrap it up!
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Nov 7, 2019 • 1h 3min
It’s Time for a Super Mega Question Block - NVC 482
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC panel is answering all of your burning Nintendo questions. Join Zach Ryan, Brian Altano, Sam Claiborn, and Jonathon Dornbush for a super-sized edition of Question Block! Before that, the crew dives into the news of the week, including Terry Bogard’s Super Smash Bros. Ultimate appearance, the huge Pokemon Sword and Shield leak, Bloodstain’s update on Switch, and more. Timecodes! 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:18 Some apologies... 00:04:25 News! Terry in Smash, and more 00:22:04 What we’ve been playing 00:35:48 Super Question Block! 01:00:10 That’s all, folks!
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Oct 31, 2019 • 1h 12min
Luigi’s Mansion 3 Spooktacular - NVC 481
Welcome to a spooky edition of NVC, IGN’s weekly Nintendo show! This time, join the crew for an in-depth discussion of Luigi’s Mansion 3, including all of the Gooigi goodness you could ever ask for. Then in the news, hear about the PlayStation 4 passing the Wii’s lifetime sales, a Halo artist joining the Metroid Prime 4 team, how Pokemon Sword and Shield won’t support cloud saves, and more. Finally, the panel tackles your questions on a Halloween-themed entry of Question Block.
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Oct 24, 2019 • 1h 17min
Both Nintendo Live and Reggie's Cornell Lecture Were Rad - NVC 480
Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey is back from Nintendo Live in Japan to talk about K.K. Slider’s appearance at the Splatoon concert, her Animal Crossing experience, and more. Then, the panel discusses this week’s news, like Suda and Swery’s strange new collaboration and Diablo 4’s potential leak. Stick around to hear stories from some NVC fans who went to Reggie Fils-Aime’s lecture at Cornell University earlier this week. Finally, the show wraps up with more of your burning questions answered on Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:04 Welcome! Casey is back from Nintendo Live! 00:17:07 News! 00:30:27 Games out this week 00:39:07 What we’ve been playing 00:58:20 Reggie’s lecture at Cornell 01:02:20 Question Block! 01:15:07 That’s all, folks!
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Oct 17, 2019 • 1h 7min
It's Been a Super Busy Week for the Switch - NVC 479
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Tons of games came out this week, and the NVC crew is here to break down IGN's reviews of Ring Fit Adventure, Little Town Hero, and The Witcher 3 on Switch. Plus, hear about recently revealed Pokemon Gigantamax forms in Sword and Shield, a new device that can play any Game Boy game, and more. Finally, what Nintendo character would you choose to investigate a crime? Find out on another edition of Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:03 - Welcome! 00:01:37 - News: Fat Pikachu, the Analogue Pocket, and Sonic in a ball. 00:13:33 - We breakdown the big Switch reviews this week: Ring Fit Adventure, The Witcher 3, and Little Town Hero. 00:37:39 - So many other new games this week! 00:49:58 - What we've been playing! 00:54:13 - Question Block time! Who would be your Nintendo detective? 01:04:45 - That’s all, folks!
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Oct 10, 2019 • 1h 8min
What Does “Next-Gen” Mean for Nintendo? - NVC 478
With new consoles on the horizon from Sony and Microsoft, what should Nintendo’s plan be heading into 2020 and beyond? And, is next year the right time for Nintendo to release a Switch Pro? The NVC crew tackles these questions and more on this week’s episode of Nintendo Voice Chat. Plus, hear about the recent 24-hour Pokémon Sword and Shield livestream and Doom Eternal’s delay. Finally, the panel has to choose between a futuristic Zelda or a medieval Metroid on Question Block. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Welcome! 00:01:17 - A quick correction to Sword and Shield's gym count. 00:02:30 - News: Galarian Ponyta, Doom Eternal delayed, and more! 00:15:20 - What Does “Next-Gen” Mean for Nintendo? 00:38:35 - New games out this week! 00:51:44 - What we've been playing! 01:02:30 - Question Block time! Futuristic Zelda or medieval Metroid? 01:05:41 - That’s all, folks!
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Oct 3, 2019 • 1h 9min
Is Nintendo’s Mobile Strategy Working? - NVC 477
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! After mixed reception for Mario Kart Tour, the NVC crew sits down to discuss if Nintendo’s mobile plan needs to change. Then, stick around to hear about fresh Pokemon Sword and Shield details. Nintendo also announced a new Brain Age game alongside an official Nintendo Switch stylus! Plus, the panel discusses AlphaDream filing for bankruptcy, the Overwatch director’s recent comments about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more. Finally, hear your listener queries answered on Zach’s favorite “game,” Question Block. Timecodes! 00:00:01 Welcome! 00:00:57 Peer is back from Japan! 00:03:45 Nintendo’s mobile strategy 00:19:40 New Brain Age announced 00:22:18 Pokemon Sword and Shield 00:31:16 More news! 00:46:15 Games out this week 00:50:15 What we’re playing 00:57:20 Question Block
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