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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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Episodes

Sonic and Dragon Quest Coming to the Switch Pro? - NVC 562

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! First, a quick discussion on some fresh Switch Pro rumors that suggest an announcement is coming very soon. Then, the NVC panel turns their attention to a few pre-E3 presentations, including news about Dragon Quest and Sonic the Hedgehog. Stick around to hear about the new Switch Online games, Monster Hunter Rise's latest update, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 512

The Problem With Zelda: Skyward Sword's New Amiibo - NVC 561

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Just when you thought amiibo were on their way out the door, Nintendo came back and announced a new figurine to launch alongside The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. But… there's a catch. This week, join Casey DeFreitas, Brian Altano, Tom Marks, and Kat Bailey as they dive into the controversy. Plus, hear about the new Mario Golf trailer, Hollow Knight: Silksong's absence at E3, and more. Audio timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Mario Golf discussion 00:13:21 The S...

May 20, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 511

Nintendo Revealed the GameCube at E3 20 Years Ago - NVC 560

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo's beloved purple box was revealed at E3 two decades ago, and the NVC crew is here this week to reflect on the reveal, as well as how E3 has changed over the last 20 years. Join host Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and IGN cofounder and NVC alum Matt Casamassina for that discussion, as well as conversations about Nintendo failing to keep up with Switch demand, Capcom breaking sales records, and a whole lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 2...

May 13, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 510

Nintendo's Record Breaking Year: Could Switch Become the Best Selling Console, Ever? - NVC 559

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo just had its most profitable year ever, which has the NVC crew wondering if the Switch could become the best-selling console of all time. Join guest host Seth Macy and his panel of Ninfriendos for a discussion about the Big N's record-breaking year. Plus, Nintendo just announced a new game, Game Builder Garage, which looks like Super Mario Maker meets Dreams. And, stick around to hear some tidbits of Nintendo news that's coming out of the trial between...

May 06, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 509

New Pokemon Snap Review Discussion - NVC 558

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! After two decades, Pokemon Snap is finally getting a sequel with New Pokemon Snap on Nintendo Switch. Join host Casey DeFreitas, reviewer Rebekah Valentine, Pokemaniac Miranda Sanchez, and bow tie-wearing Tom Marks as they discuss the surprise sequel. Plus, hear about Super Mario Party's online multiplayer update, new content in Monster Hunter Rise, and a lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! New Pokemon Snap! 00:26:18 Super Mario Party's surprise update 00:39:...

Apr 29, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 508

Why F-Zero Should Make a Return on Nintendo Switch - NVC 557

Welcome to NVC! After Takaya Imamura's recent comments on the state of the F-Zero franchise, host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Logan Plant to discuss what a potential F-Zero revival could look like. Plus, hear about the recent Great Ace Attorney announcement, some new-fangled technology that lets you print your Nintendo Switch screenshots, and the panel's thoughts on the recently-released Ask Iwata book. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! F-Zero discussion 00:32:25 Th...

Apr 22, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 507

Nintendo Indie World: Our Picks From the Showcase - NVC 556

Welcooooome to NVC! This week, fill-in host Zach Ryan is joined by Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Rebekah Valentine to talk about all things Nintendo. First up, Nintendo announced a new Switch Lite color this week, and the internet can't decide if it's blue or purple. Then, hear about the panel's favorite games from the recent Indie World showcase, including Oxenfree 2, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and more. Stick around to hear about the Ask Iwata book, more New Pokemon Sna...

Apr 15, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 506

What to Expect From Nintendo’s E3 2021 - NVC 555

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo is back on the books for E3 2021, and Casey DeFreitas, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine are here to discuss what they think the Big N will have at the show. Plus, hear about Pac-Man 99, the best Nintendo controllers of all time, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Nintendo goofs from last week 00:12:40 Nintendo at E3 2021 00:37:50 Pac-Man 99 00:46:00 Animal Crossing Build-a-Bears 00:52:07 Favorite Nintendo controllers 00:56:00 What we're ...

Apr 08, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 505

10 Disappointing Nintendo Games (And 10 That We Love) - NVC 554

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Off the heels of some underwhelming Nintendo Switch releases, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Rebekah Valentine share some disappointing Nintendo games throughout the years. And, to add some positivity into the mix, the panel also discusses some games that they love! Next, hear about Monster Hunter Rise's monstrous launch, why analysts think digital games will soon dominate over physical releases, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Disappoin...

Apr 01, 20211 hr 16 minEp. 504

Nintendo Is Going to Murder Mario, Plus We Talk A Whole Bunch of Monster Hunter Rise - NVC 553

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! It's Monster Hunter Rise launch week, and Seth Macy is joined by Casey DeFreitas, Tom Marks, and Logan Plant to discuss the new entry in Capcom's long-running franchise. Plus, hear about even more Super Nintendo Switch rumors, Mario's impending doom, IGN's Super Nintendo World review, and a whole lot more. Finally, the panel wraps up with another edition of Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Monster Hunter Rise discussion 00:32:00 Mario's March 31 deadli...

Mar 25, 20211 hr 16 minEp. 503

Nintendo Predicts Its Best Year Ever, Skyward Sword's Motion Controls Smoothed Over - NVC 552

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Super Ninfriendo Seth Macy takes a spin in the host chair this week, alongside Zach Ryan, Rebekah Valentine, and Stella Chung. This week, the panel discusses how Nintendo is expecting a record year ahead in 2021. Plus, how Skyward Sword's motion controls are supposedly better on Switch, important March releases throughout Nintendo's history besides Breath of the Wild, and a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 502

Is Apex Legends Good on Switch? - NVC 551

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Seth Macy, Tom Marks, and Stella Chung to talk about Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch. Hear about how the game runs on Nintendo's hybrid console, a bonus for Apex players who try the game on Switch, and more. Plus, Mario Day was this week, so the panel breaks down all the deals and everything leaving Switch on March 31. Stick around for news on Monster Hunter Stories 2, a new Ninja Turtles game, and more! Timecodes: 00:00:00 ...

Mar 11, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 501

We Could Be Closer to Nintendo's Next Console Than you Think - NVC 550

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Tom Marks to celebrate four years of everyone's favorite console-handheld hybrid, the Nintendo Switch. The panel discusses why Breath of the Wild is still the top Switch game four years later, and the outlook for the rest of the system's lifespan. Plus, yet another Switch Pro rumor is swirling around the internet. Stick around to hear about Pyra and Mythra's presentation, Mario items in Animal Cr...

Mar 04, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 500

Legendary Pokemon News and Bravely Default 2 - NVC 549

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Just a week after the Nintendo Direct, The Pokemon Company announced Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Diamond and Pearl remakes in a presentation of their own. Join Casey DeFreitas, Rebekah Valentine, Miranda Sanchez, Seth Macy, and Mitchell Saltzman as they react to these and the other games shown off in Friday's presentation. Plus, the panel discusses Bravely Default II and Curse of the Dead Gods, which are now available on Nintendo Switch. Finally, hear your listene...

Feb 26, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 499

Nintendo’s February Direct: Will there Be More Zelda News in 2021? - NVC 548

A wild Nintendo Direct appeared! For the first time in over a year, Nintendo dropped a full-length Nintendo Direct presentation. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan as they react to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 characters joining Smash, the surprise Splatoon 3 announcement, Mario Golf on Switch and more. Plus, after Skyward Sword HD's announcement and no new information on Breath of the Wild's sequel, the panel discusses why Nintendo needs more Zelda in its 2021 master pl...

Feb 18, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 498

The New Mario Anniversary Pins Make Us Bowser's Fury(ous) - NVC 547

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Tom Marks, Brendan Graeber, and IGN newcomer Rebekah Valentine to talk about all things Nintendo. This week, hear about IGN's reviews for Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, and Persona 5 Strikers. Then, the panel discusses how difficult it is to get your hands on the latest set of Super Mario 35th Anniversary pins. Plus, McDonald's and Burger King are introducing Nintendo-related toys, Nintendo Switch Online got a curi...

Feb 11, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 497

Nintendo Switch Outsells the 3DS - NVC 546

The Nintendo Switch continues to sell like the greatest thing since sliced bread, passing the beloved Nintendo 3DS. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they recap Nintendo's crazy sales numbers from the last quarter. Plus, the panel discusses Nintendo reportedly canceling a Netflix Zelda project, new Monster Hunter Rise details, and what Hideki Kamiya is saying about Bayonetta 3. All that, and more, this week on Nintendo Voice Chat! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Craz...

Feb 04, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 496

Bowser's Fury Preview and Mario Rabbids Rumors - NVC 545

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey DeFreitas returns to the host seat this week, and she's joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to talk about Bowser's Fury, the new Monster Hunter Rise Switch, and more. Plus, stick around for discussion on the Nintendo 64's long-lost feature, and games the panel is playing this week. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Bowser's Fury preview 00:08:50 Mario Rabbids rumors 00:12:17 More news, including the Monster Hunter Switch! 00:35:10 The N64's long...

Jan 28, 202156 minEp. 495

Is a Switch Pro Coming in 2021? - NVC 544

Welcome to NVC, Super Ninfriendos! This week, Seth Macy is joined by Brian Altano, special guest Lily Zaldivar, and… wait for it… Casey DeFreitas! Join the panel as they react to what industry analysts are saying about the likelihood of a new Switch model in 2021. Plus, hear about the extremely limited gold Monster Hunter Rise amiibo, a big name retiring from Nintendo, and a whole lot more. This episode marks the peaceful transfer of power from permanent temporary host Seth Macy, back to NVC hos...

Jan 21, 20211 hr 16 minEp. 494

New Pokemon Snap Release Date and the Big Bowser's Fury Reveal - NVC 543

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo finally pulled back the curtain on Bowser's Fury, and the NVC panel is here to react to the Koopa King's sweet new look. Plus, New Pokemon Snap's release date was revealed this week, along with a brand new trailer! Join your permanent temporary host Seth Macy, along with Brian Altano and Tom Marks for another fun episode of NVC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 493

Our 2021 Nintendo Prediction Spectacular! - NVC 542

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, your permanent temporary host Seth Macy is joined by Brian Altano, Tom Marks, and Logan Plant to share their best predictions for what Nintendo will do this year. Hear predictions involving Breath of the Wild 2, the Virtual Boy, and… a potential heist at Super Nintendo World? Plus, hear all about today's Monster Hunter Rise presentation, as well as early impressions of the new demo. Finally, we wrap up with another round of Question Block. Timecodes: 00...

Jan 07, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 492

The Big Nintendo 2021 Preview - NVC 541

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! For the final episode of 2020, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks as they look ahead to what's in store for Nintendo's 2021. Thank you for supporting NVC in 2020! We'll see you next year! And as always, get the thing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 31, 202058 minEp. 491

Looking Back On Nintendo's 2020 - NVC 540

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! For this Holiday Break edition of NVC, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Tom Marks as they reflect on Nintendo in the year of 2020, and discuss the best game of the year. From Animal Crossing to Hades, this is where you'll hear about the top games that came out on Switch over the last 12 months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 202049 minEp. 490

The Biggest Nintendo Surprises and Disappointments of 2020 - NVC 539

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Seth Macy is joined by Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Tom Marks to discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from Nintendo in 2020. Join in as the NVC crew recaps some of the major Nintendo happenings this year, including the Nintendo Switch shortage and Super Mario's 35th anniversary. Plus, hear reactions to this week's Indie World presentation, the new NES and SNES Switch Online games, and much more. Finally, we wrap up with another round of Q...

Dec 17, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 489

Sephiroth Joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - NVC 538

Welcome to NVC! This week, your new fill-in host Seth Macy is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to discuss Nintendo's presence at The Game Awards. Hear about the one-winged angel, Sephiroth from Final Fantasy VII, coming to Super Smash Bros., our thoughts on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, recent Switch sales numbers, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 20201 hr 12 minEp. 488

What Will Nintendo Announce at The Game Awards? - NVC 537

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The Game Awards are next week, and Daemon Hatfield, Zach Ryan, Janet Garcia, and Seth Macy are here to predict what Nintendo will reveal at the big show. Plus, hear about the new Switch update, Super Nintendo World's opening date in Japan, Doom Eternal's Switch release date, and a whole lot more. Audio Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:00:51 Nintendo's Game Awards reveal 00:18:49 The new Switch update 00:25:34 More news 00:37:36 Games out this week 00:41:50 What we'...

Dec 03, 20201 hr 21 minEp. 487

We Answer Your Nintendo Questions! - NVC 536

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, join Janet Garcia, Brian Altano, Tom R. Marks, and Brendan Graeber for a super-sized edition of Question Block. We answer tons of your Nintendo questions, and some non-Nintendo questions! Will the "R." in Tom R. Marks finally be revealed? You can only find out right here on NVC. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:57 Super quick news 00:03:03 Mega Question Block! 00:48:50 Out this week 00:53:03 What we're playing 00:59:06 What we're thankful for Learn mo...

Nov 26, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 486

Judging Nintendo's Game Awards Nominees - NVC 535

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, join Janet Garcia, Peer Schneider, Brendan Graeber, and Seth Macy as they evaluate the main Nintendo Switch nominees for the 2020 Game Awards. Plus, impressions on the recently released Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch, as well as our predictions for what wacky Nintendo product we could see next. Stick around to hear about the seasonal Animal Crossing update, Picross S5, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Quick Age of Calamity discussion 00:05:00 ...

Nov 19, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 535

How Will Nintendo Switch Hold Up Against PS5 and Xbox Series X? - NVC 534

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X launched this week, and the NVC panel is here to discuss the battle ahead in the ninth console generation. Join Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, Seth Macy, and special guest Alanah Pearce, as they discuss Nintendo's strategy for hardware, third-party support, and more. Plus, the crew goes over some of the best Switch Black Friday deals, and answers your listener queries on the Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:...

Nov 12, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 484

When Is Metroid Prime 4 Coming Out? - NVC 533

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Metroid Prime 4 was announced almost three and a half years ago, and there's still no launch window in sight for the long-awaited sequel. This week, join Zach Ryan, Tom Marks, Janet Garcia, and Seth Macy as they recount Metroid Prime 4's history to this point, and give their best guesses for when the game will actually release. Plus, reactions to Nintendo's latest sales numbers, an update to IGN's Top 25 Switch Games list, and more! Casey DeFreitas is on temporary...

Nov 05, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 483
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