This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has everything: feuding kingdom, stretchy arms, a Rabbid dressed as Princes Peach taking a selfie, and of course, jumping Magikarps. We kick things off with the latest on all things ARMS, including our impressions of the Global Testpunch and new details from the recent ARMS Direct. We then turn to other upcoming Switch games with thoughts on the Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle leak, Sonic Forces’ custom characters, Monster Hunter XX, and more, plus Apr...
May 28, 2017•2 hr 9 min
Restart your engines. Mario Kart 8 is back in Deluxe form, and we’ve got lots to say about it in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We share our full impressions of the Switch racer, including an in-depth discussion of how the metagame has changed and whether it’s worth double-dipping for owners of the Wii U version. We also weigh in on Nintendo’s recent Zelda and Fire Emblem DLC announcements with an analysis of what they did right and wrong, as well as cast our E3 2017 predictions ba...
May 14, 2017•2 hr 17 min
Done with Zelda? Need a break from Mario Kart? Then have we got the Nindies for you! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share impressions of four Switch eShop titles: Mr. Shifty, Graceful Explosion Machine, Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap, and Jackbox Party Pack 3, plus 3DS free-to-start game Team Kirby Clash Deluxe. We also dive deep into the news from Nintendo’s recent financial briefing, analyzing the strategy behind the surprise New Nintendo 2DS XL and how the company plans to ...
Apr 30, 2017•2 hr 31 min
The Random Nintendo Podcast is going international. Jason is back from two weeks in Japan and he’s got tales to tell, from the gaming hotspots to what it’s like visiting Nintendo HQ to hands-on with the country’s unique Nintendo arcade games. There’s plenty happening on the home front too as we share full impressions of the eShop’s Snake Pass and break down all the big Nintendo Direct news, including new 3DS announcements, first details on new modes for ARMS and Splatoon 2, and the latest happen...
Apr 18, 2017•2 hr 20 min
War changes a squid. And a kid. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we return from the battlefield of the Splatoon 2 Global Testfire with hands-on impressions of everything new in the upcoming Switch game, from the single-screen interface to the weapons and specials. We also fight a war of a different kind as we report back from the pixelated trenches of Metal Slug 3 for Switch. Combat not your thing? We’ve still got you covered with fresh third-party Switch news, theories on the mis...
Apr 02, 2017•2 hr 7 min
Let’s be honest: you’re probably already playing Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. You know it’s good, we know it’s good, but what makes it so good? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive into the massive world of Hyrule to share our impressions on why this Zelda is like no other. We also check in on the Switch as it enters its third week on the market, discussing the latest on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Sonic Forces, recent controversies around ports and third-party game prices...
Mar 19, 2017•2 hr 13 min
Welcome to the Switch era. Nintendo’s hybrid system has officially launched, and we’re celebrating with an absolutely jam-packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. It all starts with the Switch’s day-one offerings as we share in-depth impressions of the hardware and launch titles 1-2-Switch, Snipperclips, and Super Bomberman R (don’t worry, Zelda impressions are coming next episode). We then look at what’s ahead for all those new Switches out there, from our most anticipated indie titles fr...
Mar 06, 2017•2 hr 21 min
My, how far we’ve come. It’s been two years since we first discussed a mysterious new project codenamed NX, and in a mere 12 days it will finally be in our hands as the Nintendo Switch. Over that time we went through all sorts of leaks, speculation, and official news, so it’s only fitting that we come full circle with all three in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We cover everything from leaks of the system interface to first details on its online offerings, plus weigh in on 1-2-Swit...
Feb 19, 2017•2 hr 17 min
Well, it finally happened. Nintendo went full free-to-play with the release of Fire Emblem Heroes, adding time limits and “gacha” mechanics to their game. But is it as bad as it sounds? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of Fire Emblem Heroes and the similarly-structured, surprise mobile release Pokemon Duel. There’s also more traditional Nintendo gaming to discuss as we pick our most anticipated third-party Switch games and cover the latest on 3DS titles li...
Feb 05, 2017•2 hr 20 min
It’s the week after Switchmas, when all through the house, every creature was stirring from a plumber to a electric mouse. Yes, a week has gone by since the news blowout that was Switch Presentation 2017 (dubbed “Switchmas” by fans), and now we’re diving deep into the console, its games, and Nintendo’s next steps in this jam-packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We start with a look at the system itself, covering everything from how the Joy-Cons reshape the Switch narrative to Nintendo’...
Jan 22, 2017•2 hr 32 min
2017 may be just another year for most of us, but for Nintendo, it couldn’t be any more critical. It’s the year of the Switch and that means Nintendo will be making some pretty big moves. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cast our predictions for what to expect in the year ahead. We begin with the Switch itself, looking at the games and release strategies it’ll need to succeed (plus some fun Smash Bros. speculation for good measure!). We then turn to Nintendo’s growing role in t...
Jan 08, 2017•1 hr 50 min
Today is both Christmas and Hanukkah, which means you’ve probably unwrapped a lot of gifts already. There’s one more waiting for you, though, and this one features a pudgy plumber with some serious parkour skills: the latest episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast! In many ways, this episode is the embodiment of what 2016 meant for Nintendo. We discuss their mobile efforts with our full impressions of both Super Mario Run and Pokemon Go’s new Apple Watch app, look towards the Switch with analysis...
Dec 25, 2016•2 hr 23 min
The theme of our podcast may be small, but what we’re covering is anything but. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we go hands-on with the upcoming Super Mario Run, report back from The Game Awards 2016, and yes, share full impressions of the holiday’s must-have NES Classic Edition. In between, we also discuss Nintendo’s Tonight Show takeover, examine the latest batch of Switch rumors, run wild with Zelda: Breath of the Wild trailer speculation, and tell the sad tale of a boy who ca...
Dec 11, 2016•1 hr 56 min
It’s time to catch ’em all, all over again. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we head to the tropics of Alola to bring you in-depth impressions of the highly anticipated Pokemon Sun & Moon. It’s also Switch rumors galore as we break down a bevy of rumors about the upcoming console’s game lineup, including what’s coming at launch, additional ports you may not expect, and reports of a Mario x Rabbids RPG (yes, you read that correctly). Plus, we discuss Super Mario Run’s newly ann...
Nov 27, 2016•2 hr 28 min
In this post-Switch world, how can existing Nintendo platforms make a splash? For 3DS, it’s with an Animal Crossing revamp and a zany RPG starring your Miis. For mobile, it’s with app updates galore from Miitomo and Pokemon Go. And for Wii U, it’s with the very colorful Paper Mario: Color Splash. This packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast covers all that and more, including a full breakdown of last week’s Animal Crossing Direct, a first look at Miitopia, hands-on with Nintendo’s big new ...
Nov 13, 2016•2 hr 8 min
Welcome to the Switch era. 583 days after Satoru Iwata first teased the NX codename, we finally got a look at the system, now officially called the Nintendo Switch. In this episode of the Random Nintendo, we cover everything you need to know about the new hybrid device, from official details to rumored features to teases of its first games. We also look at the strategies behind the Switch, including how it will entice third-party publishers and its refined marketing. From there, we expand to Nin...
Oct 31, 2016•2 hr 24 min
It’s mid-October and the NX still hasn’t been revealed. Yet instead of sitting and twiddling our thumbs, we decided to do something a bit different. We revisited some forgotten Wii classics, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re bringing you four of them and explaining why even in 2016, these are games you need to experience. Of course, that’s not to say there’s no NX news. So in this episode, we’re also diving into recent rumors that the NX may actually play different types ...
Oct 16, 2016•2 hr 7 min
The Nintendo 64 turns 20. The NES is back in miniature form. 80s arcade-style gaming is alive and well on the eShop. If there’s one phrase that sums up this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, it’s “what’s old is new again.” We start off with the latest on the NES Classic Edition, taking a look at just how authentic it will be to its larger 80s cousin. We then look towards NX, analyzing recent comments from top Pokemon Company and Ubisoft executives and what they may mean about the mysteriou...
Oct 02, 2016•2 hr 5 min
What happens when a familiar gaming face goes to a new place? Phoenix Wright does it with a trip to the kingdom of Khura’in in Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice, and Mario does it with a jump to iOS with Super Mario Run – and we’re covering both in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. The show first kicks off with a brief assessment of the ongoing wait for NX news, before we fully dive into Super Mario Run with a breakdown of what’s in store for iOS players and the game’s significance to ...
Sep 18, 2016•1 hr 50 min
The 3DS has gone intergalactic with Metroid Prime: Federation Force and we’re right there with it. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of the controversial co-op spin-off, plus revisit another riff on a classic with Super Mario 64 DS. First, however, we break down all the big news from this past Thursday’s surprise Nintendo Direct, weighing in on everything from the Wii U-to-3DS ports of Super Mario Maker and Yoshi’s Woolly World to entirely new games like Ma...
Sep 04, 2016•2 hr 12 min
It’s time to go monster hunting. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we return to the world of Monster Hunter to bring you our impressions of the latest entry in the series, Monster Hunter Generations. Before embarking on that journey, however, there is lots of news to cover! We start things off with an NX roundup, including an examination of how its rumored controls could work and the latest on which third parties are (and aren’t) supporting the system. We then turn our attention to...
Aug 21, 2016•2 hr 30 min
If there’s one word that sums up this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, it’s change. Be it Pokemon Snn & Moon, Metroid Prime: Blast Ball or even the return of Layton, nothing is following in its own footsteps. We start off with the biggest change of them all, Nintendo’s move from two gaming devices to one with reports of NX truly being a hybrid device. We break down what that means for both the company’s future and the system’s potential power. We then shift over to game changers, as i...
Aug 07, 2016•2 hr 18 min
Get ready for a one-two punch of nerdom and nostalgia. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we report back from San Diego Comic-Con 2016 with our takes on all the show had to offer. We tell of our adventures on the floor, and dive deep into three key parts of the ‘Con that put nostalgia front and center. First, we kick things off with Pokemon, discussing Pokemon Go’s impact and its panel in Comic-Con’s legendary Hall H, before turning our attention to future Pokemon projects like Sun ...
Jul 27, 2016•1 hr 53 min
It’s the middle of the night. You’ve been traipsing through the woods for hours trying to catch that elusive Tangela. All you have to show for it are six Weedle and a Venonat. You’re out of Pokeballs, you have no coins, and the nearest PokeStop is two miles back the way you came. You hear the low rumble of thunder off in the distance. You know what you must do. You know you have to turn back and go home, your Tangela dreams on pause. And while that vine-ball of a Pokemon may stay uncaught for no...
Jul 10, 2016•2 hr 1 min
So much for just one game. While Nintendo’s booth at this year’s E3 may have been focused on only Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the company still had a few surprises in store for us fans. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we break it all down, starting with anecdotes from the show floor, our full hands-on impressions of Link’s anticipated new adventure, and what the game’s design choices may tell us about NX. From there, we shift to all the big news Nintendo shared over the course of ...
Jun 26, 2016•2 hr 41 min
‘Tis the day before E3 and all through the games industry, all the creatures are stirring, including a pink puff ball and an electric mouse. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we bring you full impressions of the just-released Kirby: Planet Robobot and spend some quality hands-on time with the upcoming Pokemon Go. We also cover all the big pre-E3 news, including the now branching paths of the toys-to-life industry with the latest Skylanders and Lego Dimensions reveals, the rise of i...
Jun 12, 2016•2 hr 10 min
There’s something about movies. Whether it’s Angry Birds this month or Mortal Kombat twenty years ago, the allure of turning video games into feature films is apparently too hard to resist. With Nintendo now getting in on the act, we’re using this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast to explore exactly what it is that makes video game movies turn out so badly and how Nintendo can overcome that curse. Of course, there’s plenty of other news to discuss too, including fresh details on Pokemon Go ...
May 29, 2016•1 hr 58 min
If last episode was all about the bombs Nintendo dropped, then this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is the fallout as we see where the chips – or in this case, perhaps cards – fall for the rest of 2016. Also, we’ve got horses, solitaire, and a frog named Grippy Toad. The show begins with look at what will be keeping us busy now that NX and Zelda are off the table for 2016, including the first solid details on Pokemon Sun & Moon, a 2DS renaissance with both a price drop and new game an...
May 15, 2016•2 hr 4 min
A lot of bombs dropped in the world of Nintendo – and no, we’re not just talking about the ones you fire in Star Fox Zero. From NX officially launching in 2017 to Nintendo’s peculiar plan of only showing Zelda at E3, there’s been a lot of big yet questionable announcements coming out of Nintendo lately. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we make sense of it all with analysis of each decision, including thoughts on the NX’s potential year-one game lineup, Nintendo’s smartphone plans ...
May 01, 2016•2 hr 14 min
One-and-done games are so last generation. It’s 2016 and for Nintendo, it’s all about services – from Splatoon to Super Mario Maker, these are the games that continue to evolve beyond their initial purchase. And now, we can add Miitomo to the list. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of how well the social app holds up after multiple weeks of play and what needs to change for its continued success. We also examine a variety of new rumors, including potential ...
Apr 17, 2016•1 hr 48 min
