It's a Pocket Monster! | The Big Deal

Andre deeply criticizes Super Mario 3D World ten years after release, Kevin enjoys an Early Access delight, and the gang ponders deep questions about the industry amid inappropriate jokes. Because what's a Big Deal without inappropriate jokes, right? As always, thank you for joining us for another fun variety show. Timestamps are below the socials. Enjoy!

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[00:00] Intro

[02:08] Andre explores Super Mario 3D World

[23:57] Steve got a new dog!

[30:02] Kevin played XENOTILT in early access

[33:30] A teaser of next week's show...

[35:55] Break #1

[37:21] Pokemon Company basically releases a dildo

[41:22] Xbox 360 Digital Store closing in July 2024

[46:58] Nintendo Direct in September? Expectations?

[49:49] Why don't video games have the same prestige as other forms of art?

01:04:35] Break #2

[01:05:39] Will there ever be a good Superman game?

[01:09:44] Baldur's Gate 3 caused discourse about developers and expectations

[1:31:05] Outro