Send us a text Nintendo have given official guidance to their new fiscal year & they are anticipating some aggressive sales figures from both software & hardware. We discuss how Nintendo can exceed their aggressive expectations, the role Switch Pro will play, and how the Switch may be able to surpass the long-standing lifetime sales of Sony's PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS. We discuss why the goal is possible & how it may be achieved. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcas...
May 13, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Send us a text Nintendo is due to report their fiscal earnings in just over a week & we discuss where we think Nintendo will end their fiscal year. Furthermore, we delve into some of Nintendo's plans for 2021 and how the company may approach with conservative estimates; but still surprise with exciting software - like Zelda's 35th anniversary, new IP, and much more. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Gaming Blender We mash genres. We pit...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr 34 min
Send us a text The ESA announced their official plans for a digital E3 in 2021 and several big companies have committed to the show -- including Nintendo and Microsoft. We discuss why this year's E3 is vital for the ESA and how it can help shape the future of the event. Furthermore, we discuss the recent Switch firmware update & how the latest datamine relates to the Switch Pro. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Gaming Blender We mash g...
Apr 09, 2021•1 hr 44 min
Send us a text Nintendo & Sony each offered their own stark reminder to the dangers that a digital-only future can present; as each company removed the option of purchasing digital software on their family of hardware -- though the two situations differ in terms of reasoning. Nevertheless, each highlights a growing concern about how long we, the consumer, may have access to our digital game libraries & how little say we have in the matter. While Nintendo chose to delist recent releases -...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 33 min
Send us a text A new report from Bloomberg has corroborated many of the key points we have shared in recent weeks; those being a new SoC equipped with DLSS features to achieve a 4K gaming experience. However, a key point of contention remain: release date. While Bloomberg remains firm on a 2021 holiday release, we explain why this release date is likely to change due to the growing uncertainty in the chip supply climate. Furthermore, we discuss how backwards compatibility may be approached, how ...
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Send us a text It is no secret that Nintendo is busy preparing new hardware; but the question remains: what will it be and when will it be revealed? While we are confident Nintendo is working on a revision equipped with a new SoC & 4K features with DLSS support; one must consider an alternative angle in which a secondary model makes an appearance in advance of such a major hardware change. Enter the Switch XL. We chat with Digital Foundry's John Linneman about this multi-platform and why it ...
Mar 12, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Send us a text A new report from Bloomberg has surfaced which, seemingly, sheds new light on the long-rumored Nintendo Switch Pro. Or does it? We examine the report, breakdown multiple outcomes and consider the possibility of the report implying the existence of a non-Switch Pro revision for 2021 holiday launch. Furthermore, will the Nintendo Switch Pro host exclusive games? We explain how and why the platform will feature such releases. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen...
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 37 min
Send us a text Sony held their first 'State of Play' of 2021 and the presentation gave fans a fresh look at several upcoming releases, as well as a number of new announcement; including, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade for the PS5. How do we feel about the game's new episode being exclusive to PlayStation 5? Furthermore, Sony is beginning to wind down production of original games at one of their most legendary first-party studio. This news is devastating for any long-time PlayStation fan as th...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Send us a text Sony's first 'State of Play' presentation of 2021 has fans bursting with excitement and we discuss our predictions for the show and why the time is right for Final Fantasy 7 Remake to make an appearance on the PlayStation 5. What other surprises are planned? Could we see Elden Ring? Or the long-rumored Silent Hill? One of Sony's flagship 2021 releases, Gran Turismo 7, has officially been delayed from 2021 to 2022. We discuss how news of this delay may indicate a growing concern re...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Send us a text Nintendo has hosted the first Nintendo Direct in over a year & expectations were high; but did Nintendo deliver? We discuss our thoughts on the recent Nintendo Direct presentation & how the show has given us a better idea of what to expect in 2021 from Nintendo. Furthermore, two recent bits of news seem to suggest Nintendo may be building to replicating their 2017 success in 2022. What do we mean? Listen and find out. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Lis...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 45 min
Send us a text Nintendo have issued an official statement concerning when they may discuss the release potential of a Switch Pro & the company is coming off a historic year in terms of both hardware and software sales. We discuss when Nintendo is most likely to announce their Switch Pro revision plans & why the timing makes sense. Furthermore, we dive into both the recent hardware and software milestones and provide our own projects as to how the Switch will perform to the legendary Nint...
Feb 03, 2021•59 min
Send us a text Despite Microsoft's recent backtracking, the company has made it clear that Xbox Live Gold is a relic of their past & their new focus it on GamePass. We analyze the original Xbox Live Gold price increase announcement, the real reasons as to why it happens, why they reversed course on the initiative so quickly, and discuss why Xbox Live Gold may be an albatross around their neck for the next couple of years. We dive deeper into Microsoft's ongoing marketing struggles & touc...
Jan 26, 2021•1 hr 30 min
Send us a text A new lawsuit has been filed against Nintendo in regards to the ongoing matter of JoyCon drift. Lawsuits have been filed in the United States & France; with a new lawsuit being filed in Québec, Canada earlier this month. The plaintiff, citing numerous repairs and replacements, seeks to obtain compensation for consumers who bought the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite gaming systems, as well as Joy-Con and Nintendo Switch Pro controllers. Do they have a case? We invited ...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 29 min
Send us a text Nintendo and the Switch Pro is going to be an on-going conversation throughout much of 2021 & a recent datamine leak has found its way to the discussion spotlight. Does the datamined information shed light on the Switch Pro? Or is there more to the story? We explore the numerous options the development profile may represent & come to a number of exciting conclusions. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Gaming Blender We...
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Send us a text Nintendo's 2021 is now underway & they have already made headlines with a recent acquisition; however, that is just the start to what has the makings to be a banner year for the company. Fans have a lot to look forward not just in the 2021 calendar year, but Nintendo's upcoming fiscal year -- April 1, 2021 thru March 31, 2022. We discuss what we anticipate from Nintendo & why they are going to surprise. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple P...
Jan 06, 2021•1 hr 35 min
Send us a text Nintendo Switch Pro rumors have once again surfaced & may deserve our attention. While the information is exciting, does it have foundation based in reality? We breakdown the information & discuss if the concept could become a pathway worthy of exploration for Nintendo moving forward with the current Nintendo hardware line. Furthermore, Nintendo of America's Doug Bowser recently conducted an interview with Polygon and touched on a number of topic matters; but one particula...
Dec 18, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Send us a text CDPR's highly anticipated release, Cyberpunk 2077, has launched on PC, PS4, Xbox One and is backwards compatible with PS5 and Xbox Series X; but the game is far from the quality standard gamers have come to expect from such a high profile release. Due to deceptive marketing tactics & straight up lies, the launch of Cyberpunk 2077 has been less an exercise in patience & a lesson in trust. CDPR intentionally withheld performance information concerning the base versions (Xbox...
Dec 15, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Send us a text The Game Awards are upon us & that means it is time to give our predictions on what Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony may have planned in terms of reveals during the show. Will we finally see The Initiative's take on Perfect Dark? Will Nintendo share a new trailer for Breath of the Wild 2? And will Sony finally get loud with a Silent Hill for PS5 reveal? Furthermore, we go into some detail about how games get nominated & how the judging/voting process works; and then share our...
Dec 08, 2020•1 hr 31 min
Send us a text PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X | Series S have fallen victim to online scalpers, but there is a bigger problem beyond the consumer being denied access to these new pieces of hardware. We discuss how the consumer holds the power over these PS5 scalpers & how these resellers not only hurt the consumer, but also the impacts these resellers have on the entire industry. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Gaming Blender We ...
Dec 01, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Send us a text Capcom recently became the victims of a data breach & a mountain of information from the company -- ranging from personnel files to their software roadmap for 2021. With several unannounced titles mentioned in the files, as well as intents to bring announced games to other platforms, the leak is heavy; however, in the planning for 2021 releases, there is one noticeable omission: the Nintendo Switch Pro or 2021 revision. What does this omission mean? We discuss the leak and whe...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Send us a text The PlayStation 5 has launched & many are excited for Sony's latest hardware. With an innovative new controller & a strong launch lineup of first-party releases, the PlayStation 5 has a fresh feeling to it; but are the games serving as distractions to other issues? While an impressive piece of hardware, certain areas of the PS5 feel incomplete. Are these concerns just a firmware update away from being rectified? We discuss. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podca...
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Send us a text The dawning of a new console generation is upon us, with Microsoft serving as the creator. However, something is amiss with this console genesis, at least on Microsoft and the Xbox Series X & Xbox Series S side of things. When compared to previous next-gen introductions, the new line of Xbox hardware has a noticeable problem: software. Is this a reason for pause? Should you question your purchase? We discuss. With the Xbox Series X and Series S now in the hands of consumers, w...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Send us a text The Nintendo Switch hardware is expecting a new arrival in 2021 with the release a revision of the hybrid model, but could Nintendo release another formfactor? Some industry analysts think Nintendo should drop the hybrid and favor the Lite; but we think Nintendo should add another form: home console. With Cloud Versions of select software now available on Switch in all regions, what could the arrival mean for the Switch Pro revision? Will we see Switch get Cloud Versions, while Pr...
Oct 30, 2020•1 hr 23 min
Send us a text Nintendo have enjoyed strong sales in 2020; but this is the calm before the storm that awaits in 2021. With a hardware revision poised for release & hotly anticipated sequels set for launch, the Nintendo Switch is in the perfect position to deliver a year that rivals 2017 in terms of first-party output. Factor in third-party support & 2021 could be one of the strongest years in Nintendo history. It's an exciting time to be a Nintendo fan and 2021 has all the makings to be ...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Send us a text The subject matter of crunch in gaming has been an ongoing topic of conversation throughout 2020 & it has once again surfaced due to mandated crunch at CD Projekt Red in regards to the development of Cyberpunk 2077. However, the crunch culture isn't exclusive to CDPR. In fact, it permeates through the entire industry. We talk with a developer about their own personal experience with crunch, what causes it, & how it can be changed. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video gam...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Send us a text Sony have officially detailed their backwards compatibility solution for the PlayStation 5 and it is more promising than expected. Touting support of over 4,000 games on launch day, the PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility plan is similar to what Microsoft has crafted for Xbox Series X; but one company still holds an advantage. How does the PlayStation 5 compare to the Xbox Series X in this regard? We discuss. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple P...
Oct 10, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Send us a text Microsoft has been transparent & open about many of their initiatives with the Xbox Series X and Series S -- including their backwards compatibility solution. With media getting their hands-on the Xbox Series X, we now know how the platform will handle backwards compatibility & enhance our old games. Does this feature provide the Series X with a system selling advantage over the PS5? We discuss. Call Me By Your Game a nostalgic video game podcast Listen on: Apple Podcasts ...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Send us a text The Nintendo Switch "Pro" is back in the news due to three occurrences over the last week: a retail listing, a Nintendo of America job posting, and a Twitter rumor. Do any of them provide substantial information? Or are all three just random events that provide little to no new insight about Nintendo's 2021 Switch revision? Furthermore, Sony's marketing is once again confusing people; however, this time due to a curious decision with an upcoming PlayStation 5 launch release -- Mar...
Sep 25, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text Microsoft have made an industry changing move by purchasing Bethesda and strengthening their first-party studio development team. Microsoft now owns iconic IP, of which include: Doom, The Elder Scrolls, Wolfenstein, Fallout, Starfield, and The Evil Within. Initially, Microsoft will retain contractual agreements, like those on Ghostwhire Tokyo and Deathloop being PS5 timed-exclusives; but how will Microsoft approach future releases? Will the company keep Elder Scrolls exclusive to ...
Sep 22, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Send us a text Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase & announced brand new games for the Switch platform -- including Monster Hunter Rise. We share our thoughts on the show & discuss Nintendo's recent statements about using "cutting edge" technology for future Nintendo hardware. Furthermore, we examine the emulator used in Super Mario 3D All-Stars & how it could be applied to other Nintendo 64 and GameCube games for HD eShop releases. Could we see Nintendo use this em...
Sep 19, 2020•1 hr 1 min
