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Logan Played the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake! - NVC 831
14 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 16 min
We spent a little more than one hour in Hyrule, and it was nowhere close to enough. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Nick Limon as Logan breaks down his preview of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2. We cover the new art style, updated controls, and what it felt like returning to classic dungeons in 2026. Tom and Nick ask about how puzzles have changed, if it feels like an old game (spoiler: it doesn’t), and what newer Zelda fans can expect from this side of the franchise if they’re mostly experienced with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. After Zelda, the guys talk about Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, The Witcher 3 on Switch 2, and Logan’s overwhelming love for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. Lees meer
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00:00:00 - Intro & Ocarina Remake Preview
00:39:53 - Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
01:00:43 - The Witcher 3 on Switch 2
01:04:44 - Switch Sports Resort & Outro
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20 Big Nintendo News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss - NVC 830
3 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
Ocarina of Time’s world map! Eight-player Mario Kart! Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave! Metroid Ravenous amiibo! We’ve been gone for three weeks, and have a ton of Nintendo news, big and small, to catch up on. Join Logan Plant and Brian Altano as they run through all the stories, and share gameplay impressions of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Monster Hunter Wilds, Fire Emblem, and a lot more. Lees meer
But more importantly, it’s Brian’s last day at IGN, and we spend the end of the show reflecting on his time covering Nintendo at IGN. We also share some important updates about the future of NVC. Thank you all for your continued support!
00:00 Intro & NVC Schedule Update
03:57 Metroid Ravenous
22:09 Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Out
26:03 Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse
33:51 The Nintendo Holiday Media Tour
40:15 Holy Grail Gaming
50:42 The Duskbloods
56:13 News Roundup
1:03:56 Nintendo Reveals Ocarina of Time Map (Spoilers)
1:10:14 Ocarina of Time Nintendo Switch 2 Console
1:12:30 Ubisoft's Ganondorf Game
1:15:01 Zelda Symphony Tickets in Hot Demand
1:16:49 Sending Off Brian Altano
#nintendo #gaming #Ocarinaoftime
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Nintendo Direct: We’re Ravenous for Metroid - NVC 829
9 september 2026 · 1 uur 9 min
Metroid Ravenous is real, and it looks incredible! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Nick Limon as they react to all the big announcements from the September 2026 Nintendo Direct. The star of the show was Metroid Ravenous: the next 2D Metroid that looks like an incredible sequel to Metroid Dread. Plus, the biggest 3D Kirby game ever was just revealed, with our first look at Kirby and the World Beyond. Plenty of Nintendo games are getting updates, too, including Pikmin 4, Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity, Star Fox, and Mario Kart World. Plus, we’re kind of obsessed with exploring Wuhu Island in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. Third-party highlights include Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4, Professor Layton finally getting a release date, and more. Finally, we end the show talking even more about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Gameplay Reactions - NVC 828
8 september 2026 · 53 min
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Direct aired this morning, and the NVC crew spent an hour breaking it down. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they react to first gameplay for the Ocarina of Time remake from Eiji Aonuma. They discuss the new art style, big gameplay updates to the original, and how they feel about it being a faithful remake instead of a grander reimagining. Then, they discuss the rest of the Zelda Direct, including a tease for the movie, new merchandise like amiibo, LEGOs, and even a real Ocarina, and Logan gives a look at the new Breath of the Wild vinyl box set. Finally, the crew wraps up with some brief predictions about tomorrow’s second Nintendo Direct.
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The Nintendo Games That Define Us - NVC 827
25 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 28 min
It’s a Question Block takeover this week, as Logan Plant and Brian Altano sift through all of your Nintendo questions! They talk about the Nintendo game they haven’t finished that keeps them up at night, the five Nintendo games that define them, Nintendo’s likelihood of creating a new IP that stands alongside its classic characters, a character creator in the next Zelda game, and a lot more. In the middle of the show, Logan and Casey DeFreitas are joined by Nick Salazar from The Pokemon Company International to talk about this weekend’s upcoming events in San Francisco: The Pokemon World Championships and the Pokemon XP fan convention. Plus, we ask if any teases for the future of Pokemon are in store for the weekend. Lees meer
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We Played The Duskbloods and Interviewed Hidetaka Miyazaki - NVC 826
21 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 9 min
There has been so much mystery surrounding The Duskbloods, FromSoftware and Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2-exclusive multiplayer action game. But now, we have answers, as IGN’s Michael Higham flew to Japan to play eight hours of The Duskbloods and interview FromSoftware’s Hidetaka Miyazaki. Michael makes his NVC debut this week, joining Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Tom Marks, as Michael breaks down how a match of The Duskbloods actually works, how the Nintendo partnership impacted development in one key way, and a lot more. Then, with Elden Ring just a week away from hitting Switch 2, the panel breaks down what newcomers can expect from the massive open world RPG. Stick around for thoughts on the DK Challenge on Nintendo Switch Online, the cooperative sensation Big Walk, and more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - The Duskbloods and FromSoftware’s Hidetaka Miyazaki
00:31:28 - The Nintendo Fan’s Guide to FromSoftware
00:43:22 - DK Challenge
00:52:11 - Big Walk
01:01:58 - Splatoon Raiders bottomless buffet
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Zelda’s 40th Anniversary: Everything We Know (and Want) - NVC 825
14 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 31 min
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Zelda’s 40th anniversary is starting to heat up, so it’s time to discuss everything we know Zelda fans can expect over the next several months, along with a few surprises we hope happen. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Brian Altano, and Brendan Graeber as they break down a potential release date for the Ocarina of Time remake, a leak for a special edition Switch 2 and pro controller, more reports about the cast for the live-action Zelda movie, and a lot more. Then, 15 years after it originally launched, Brian has finally finished The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the very first time, and he shares his thoughts on the flawed Zelda adventure. Brendan has played several hours of Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, and he discusses how it improves on Three Houses in a few key ways.
00:00:00 - Zelda’s 40th Anniversary Is Heating Up
00:08:28 - Zelda Leaks!
00:13:15 - Zelda Movie Casting
00:23:37 - What We Know About Zelda's 40th Anniversary
00:29:10 - Skyward Sword 15 Years Later
00:49:56 - Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Preview
01:07:44 - Question Block: Parenting Gamers
01:16:37 - Question Block: IGN Takesover Nintendo Franchises & Outro
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How Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Turns Three Houses Upside Down - NVC 824
7 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 21 min
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The Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Direct showed us a ton about the upcoming strategy RPG, and it also teased a huge twist about its setup. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Nick Limon as they react to what we saw of the combat, dungeons, characters, and upgrade systems surrounding the Heroic Games. Then, hear our theory about how the “true protagonist” Eshmel plays into things, and how Fortune’s Weave could be borrowing from Breath of the Wild in one key way. In the news, the panel discusses Pokemon Pokopia’s DLC, the Zelda movie’s casting news, and three new NSO games, including Mario Sunshine and an awesome pair of unreleased Virtual Boy games. It’s also everyone’s favorite time of the quarter, as Nintendo’s latest financial report reveals new information about Switch 2’s sales figures, as well as updates on numbers for Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and a huge debut for Tomodachi Life. Finally, Peer and Nick share their impressions of Splatoon Raiders, and Logan talks about his deep dive into the endgame.
00:00:00 - Intro & Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
00:17:25 - Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass
00:20:37 - Virtual Boy: Zero Racers and D-Hopper
00:34:20 - Super Mario Sunshine
00:39:33 - Zelda Movie Casting
00:42:45 - Quarterly Financials
01:01:59 - SPOILERS: Splatoon Raiders Discussion
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Splatoon Raiders Almost Looked Entirely Different - NVC 823
29 juli 2026 · 1 uur 18 min
Splatoon Raiders is one of the best Switch 2 games yet, but it started out as a completely different project. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Jada Griffin as they react to the recent Ask the Developer, which reveals the original water park concept for Splatoon Raiders, as well as its origins as a tower defense game. Plus, hear Jada’s impressions of Raiders so far, thoughts on Nintendo Switch Sports Resort from San Diego Comic Con, and hands-on with the new Zelda toys and Donkey Kong arcade LEGO set. And, stick around for a discussion on Shigeru Miyamoto’s recent interview with Famitsu and Nintendo’s response to a lawsuit about the tariffs that impacted Switch 2’s launch window. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Splatoon Raiders
00:20:39 - New Zelda toys from Hasbro & Donkey Kong Arcade LEGO Set
00:30:36 - Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
00:38:11 - Shigeru Miyamoto Famitsu interview
01:01:44 - Switch 2 Tariff Refunds
01:12:10 - Xenoblade Chronicles 2 & Outro
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Splatoon Raiders Review Discussion: Why it Scored a 9/10 - NVC 822
21 juli 2026 · 43 min
Splatoon Raiders is here, and it’s amazing! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Brendan Graeber as Logan breaks down his 9/10 review for the new Switch 2 exclusive. From its finely-tuned action RPG loop, to its wonderful new gadgets that let you break the game in satisfying ways, to its seamlessly integrated multiplayer, this is the best Splatoon campaign yet and the perfect Splatoon game to start with if you’ve never tried the series before. Then, the panel talks about the rise of Splatoon, and how this became a mega hit for Nintendo rising from the ashes of Wii U.
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Ocarina of Time: 10 Moments We Can’t Wait to See in the Remake - NVC 821
17 juli 2026 · 1 uur
We’re still anxiously waiting for more information on the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, so this week, we’re breaking down the iconic moments we can’t wait to see reborn in 2026. Join Logan Plant and Brian Altano as they talk about Link’s introduction to the Great Deku Tree, pulling the Master Sword, stepping into Hyrule Field for the first time, and every other big moment they’re excited about, including discussions on how they could be reworked in the remake. Stick around to hear about new indie release Heave Ho 2, and our first information on the upcoming network test for FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods. 00:00:00 - Intro & Best Ocarina of Time Moments00:47:37 - Duskbloods Network Test, Heave Ho 2, & Outro
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Nintendo Wins By Doing Absolutely Nothing - NVC 820
10 juli 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
As the rest of the video game industry undergoes massive changes – Sony’s move away from physical games, Xbox’s waves of layoffs and restructuring – where does that leave Nintendo? Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, Casey DeFreitas, and Seth Macy as they talk about where Nintendo stands in the marketplace, how they can succeed throughout the Switch 2 generation, and where their video game business might be in the next 20 years. Plus, they talk about their favorite physical game covers of all time, why Mina the Hollower stands out from other Zelda-like games, and Casey shares her impressions of a bunch of upcoming Switch 2 games including Orbitals, Out of Words, Turok, and more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo's Future
00:21:40 - Future of Console Hardware
00:35:14 - Switch 2 Year One Review
00:47:58 - Favorite Game Box Cover
00:59:45 - Mina The Hollower
01:11:09 - Orbitals
01:15:33 - Out of Words
01:17:38 - Turok: Origins
01:20:41 - Among Us Story: On Guard
01:21:43 - My Time at Evershine
01:24:35 - Order of the Sinking Star & Outro
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Is Switch 2’s Second Year Starting Off Strong? - NVC 819
3 juli 2026 · 1 uur 29 min
After the Splatoon Raiders Direct, Rhythm Heaven Groove’s release, and another week with Star Fox, Switch 2’s summer is starting to fully take shape. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, Miranda Sanchez, and Seth Macy as they discuss if Switch 2’s sophomore year is off to a good start. Plus, following PlayStation’s bombshell news that it’s ending physical game production in 2028, the panel discusses what that means for the future of games ownership and if Nintendo will ever follow suit. Stick around to hear about Mario Kart World’s latest update and a potential leak of a big first-party Switch 2 game at the very end of the show. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Splatoon Raiders
00:16:46 - Will Nintendo Ever Abandon Cartridges
00:33:50 - Rhythm Heaven Groove
00:47:08 - Star Fox
01:01:38 - Switch 2 2026 Lineup So Far
01:13:59 - Mario Kart World Update
01:15:48 - Switch 2 Game Leak
01:25:23 - Outro
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Star Fox Is One of the Best Switch 2 Games So Far - NVC 818
26 juni 2026 · 1 uur 41 min
We need your help, Star Fox! This week, join Logan “Slippy” Plant, Brian “Leon” Altano, Seth “Wolf” Macy, and Jada “Fox” Griffin as they break down Jada’s review of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss the improved graphics and cutscenes, the brand new challenge and multiplayer modes, and whether this remake is worth the $50 price tag. Plus, they discuss where the franchise should go from here, and if this is the Star Fox revival that will finally stick. Then, stick around for impressions of the Rhythm Heaven Groove demo, new thoughts from Logan and Brian on their current Ocarina of Time playthroughs, Seth’s thoughts on Link’s Awakening on Switch 2, and a conversation about the all-time must-play Nintendo games, from NES to now. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Star Fox Review Discussion
00:45:06 - Rhythm Heaven Groove
00:51:00 - Dark Scrolls
00:53:36 - Ocarina of Time
01:05:09 - Link's Awakening
01:13:50 - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
01:16:32 - Question Block: Must Play Nintendo Games
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Ocarina of Time: Faithful Remake or Reimagining? - NVC 817
16 juni 2026 · 1 uur 23 min
We can’t stop thinking about Ocarina of Time. This week, join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they discuss their thoughts on the upcoming remake one week later, including impressions of the new art style, a discussion on if Nintendo showed too little for the initial reveal, thoughts on how much Nintendo plans to change, and a lot more. Then, they move into final thoughts on last week’s Nintendo Direct, including pricing for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, concerns about Splatoon Raiders, and hands-on impressions of Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Pictonico, DK Challenge, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Ocarina of Time Remake
00:34:51 - Lies of Pi
00:37:02 - Nintendo Switch Sports
00:39:59 - Xenoblade Genesis
00:41:28 - Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
00:43:07 - Splatoon Raiders
00:48:48 - Rhythm Heaven Groove Hands-on
00:54:40 - Starfox Demo Impressions
01:03:04 - Dysmantle
01:05:58 - FF7 Remake
01:08:20 - Pictonico!
01:12:50 - DK Challenge
01:17:47 - Alarmo New DLC, Nintendo Music Updates, & Outro
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Nintendo Direct Reactions: The Ocarina of Time Remake Gave Us Goosebumps - NVC 816
9 juni 2026 · 54 min
The big June Nintendo Direct aired this morning, and it gave us first looks at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Xenoblade Genesis, and a lot more! Plus, Square Enix brought Kingdom Hearts 4 and a gorgeous HD-2D Final Fantasy game. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Nick Limon as they react to all the big announcements from the 50-minute show, talk about how leaks deflate the hype of a moment like this, and a lot more. Plus, thoughts on achievements (kind of) coming to Switch, Splatoon Raiders, The Duskbloods, and more.
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Can You Guess Iconic Nintendo SFX? | IGN Live 2026 - NVC 815
7 juni 2026 · 26 min
The Nintendo Voice Chat crew are playing a little game - can they recognize famous Nintendo characters from just their sound effects? The pressure is on. Play along at home! Lees meer
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Mina the Hollower Interview: Burrowing Into Yacht Club’s Masterpiece - NVC 814
27 mei 2026 · 1 uur 8 min
Mina the Hollower is a 10/10 masterpiece on IGN, and this week, some of the folks behind Yacht Club’s latest triumph are here to talk all about making Mina over the last six years. Logan Plant and Brian Altano are joined by designer Sean Velasco and programmer David D’Angelo, and they dive into Mina’s intricate world design, fast-paced combat, clever puzzle-solving, and a whole lot more. You’ll learn about Yacht Club’s huge attention to detail in NPC interactions, item placement, movement, and everything else that went into making Mina the Hollower one of our favorite games in a very long time. Plus, David and Sean share their biggest Nintendo inspirations, from heavy hitters like Zelda: A Link to the Past, to deeper cuts like Mole Mania. Lees meer
Light spoiler warning: The conversation is spoiler-free, but if you don’t want to see any of Mina’s areas or bosses, we recommend just listening to this episode, or coming back after you’ve experienced her adventure for yourself.
#MinaTheHollower #yachtclubgames #gaming
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Is Video Game Bubble Wrap - NVC 813
22 mei 2026 · 1 uur 7 min
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is the latest Switch 2 exclusive, and this week's NVC is all about breaking down what works and what doesn't in this experimental platformer. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, Nick Limon, and Kinda Funny's Tim Gettys as Tom and Tim talk about their uneven experiences with Yoshi, including how making discoveries for the first time is charming, but there's not much joy left to find after each box has been checked. Plus, the panel talks about Yoshi's identity crisis and how this risky direction doesn't quite solve the problems the series has faced over the last 30 years. Stick around to hear about Pictonico, that weird new mobile WarioWare-like game coming next week, and Nick's trip to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, Japan. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review Discussion
00:46:10:09 - Pictonico!
00:52:53:47 - Nintendo Museum & Outro
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Why Now’s the Time to Buy a Switch 2 - NVC 812
15 mei 2026 · 1 uur 35 min
The Switch 2 is officially getting a price increase this September, but there’s still time to avoid the price hike. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they talk about what the price increase means for Switch 2’s future, the new bundle that softens the blow for people ready to pick up the hardware now, and why Nintendo needs to introduce a Switch 2 Lite. Plus, more information from Nintendo’s quarterly financial report, including big numbers for Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, a very slow start for Mario Tennis Fever, and the final totals for Switch 2’s impressive first year on the market. Stick around for a ton of thoughts on Star Fox, including why we’re totally okay with it being another Star Fox 64 remake. Finally, we talk about what we’re playing, including Mixtape, Zelda: Twilight Princess, and the Best Buy kiosk demo for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Logan drove there after work just for you, dear listener. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo's Quarterly Financial Report
00:31:09 - Takashi Tezuka is retiring
00:33:00 - The Star Fox Remake
01:01:12 - What We're Playing: Twilight Princess
01:08:57 - Mixtape
01:19:01 - Shogun Showdown
01:23:06 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
01:28:18 - Mina The Hollower & Outro
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The Surprise Star Fox Remake Looks Incredible - NVC 811
7 mei 2026 · 29 min
In a VERY surprising Nintendo Direct, Star Fox 64 is getting the remake treatment with a brand new Switch 2 game simply dubbed, Star Fox. This remake is a complete overhaul of the original with brand new graphics and cutscenes as well as mouse controls, an expanded campaign mode, challenge mode, and a very strange but VERY nintendo AR mode where you can turn your face into one of the games pilots for online play across GameChat. Nick and Brian give all their thoughts and reactions to one of Nintendos most suprising and abrupt announcements in years. Lees meer
This weeks show was hosted by Brian Altano and Nick Limon, it was produced by Nick Maillet
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Ranking Every Yoshi Game - NVC 810
1 mei 2026 · 1 uur 11 min
With Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on the way this month, it’s time to rank every Yoshi platformer in Nintendo history. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they talk about the highs of the original Yoshi’s Island on Super Nintendo, to the lows of spinoffs and reboots that came after, to the return to greatness with Yoshi’s Woolly World and Crafted World. Then, hear about what we’re playing, including Vampire Crawlers and Kid Icarus: Uprising, and stick around as we tackle your listener questions at the end of the show in Question Block. Lees meer
00:19 - Intro / games excluded from ranking
02:46 - Ranking the Yoshi Games
41:52 - Games we're playing
52:28 - Question Block
This week's show is hosted by Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy, and is produced by Tom Jorgensen.
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15 Years of 3DS: Celebrating Nintendo’s Last True Handheld Era - NVC 809
24 april 2026 · 1 uur 33 min
Our beloved Nintendo 3DS turned 15 years old this year, and we’re celebrating by dedicating this week’s episode to one of our favorite Nintendo systems of all time. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they reflect on the troubled launch of the 3DS, features they miss like StreetPass and Badge Arcade, the best games on the system like Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Monster Hunter, and Kid Icarus: Uprising, and a lot more. Then, stick around as the panel breaks down this week’s trailers for Splatoon Raiders and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and hear our thoughts after one week with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo 3DS turned 15
01:02:14 - Splatoon Raiders Impressions
01:11:25 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
01:17:51 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (One Week Later)#3ds #nintendo #gaming
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Tomodachi Life Is Hilarious, But It Makes One Huge Mistake - NVC 808
17 april 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
We’re living the dream this week on Nintendo Voice Chat, as the next Tomodachi Life entry is finally here. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Miranda Sanchez as Logan and Miranda talk about their 35+ hours in Nintendo’s quirky, hilarious life sim. From the huge fight between Samus Aran and Reggie Fils-Aimé, to the best things we created just to see what would unfold, we talk about our favorite parts of Living the Dream. The game is a blast, but its lack of sharing Miis, creations, and screenshots puts a dark cloud over the whole thing. Later, the crew answers your Question Block submissions, including their favorite games that caused them to take notes, and a discussion on if Nintendo is doing enough to appeal to younger audiences in the age of Fortnite and Roblox. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Tomodachi Life Review Discussion
00:30:37 - What's Missing from Tomodachi Life?
00:49:10 - What We're Playing - Graveyard Keeper
00:52:53 - Deadzone: Rogue
00:56:55 - UFO 50: Physical Edition
01:01:04 - Question Block! & Outro
#nintendo #tomodachilife #gaming
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The Rumored Ocarina of Time Remake: Everything We Want - NVC 807
10 april 2026 · 1 uur 22 min
The Nintendo world keeps talking about the rumored Ocarina of Time remake, and this week, the NVC crew is weighing in with their thoughts. Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they talk about the storm of information from leaker Nate the Hate, and what direction Nintendo should take if it chooses to remake one of its most iconic Zelda games. Then, Jada is playing Pokemon Champions and talks about its disappointing start, but potential for growth in the future. Plus, Rhythm Heaven Groove gets a release date and we show off some fun Pokemon Pokopia builds from the community. Finally, it’s Reb’s last week at IGN, and we give her a big, heartfelt sendoff as she leaves the show. We love you, Reb! Lees meer
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Are we Getting an Ocarina of Time Remake?
27:03 - Pokemon Champions Has Potential After A Dissapointing Start
43:30 - We are Groovin for a New Rhythm Heaven
52:34 - Pokemon Pokopia
01:07:50 - Goodbye Reb!
This weeks show is Hosted by Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin and is produced by Nick Maillet.
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Logan, Peer, and Brian Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Spoiler-Free!) - NVC 806
3 april 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now, and we’ve all seen it! This week, join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they dive into their spoiler-free impressions of the second (or third, technically?) Mario movie. Is it better than the first? How are Yoshi and Rosalina? And what about Fox McCloud’s crazy inclusion? Then, the trio dives into their full spoiler impressions. Plus, hear about Brian’s trip to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto and his interview with Shigeru Miyamoto, more thoughts on Mario Wonder’s Switch 2 expansion, and our pitches for a Star Fox comeback following recent rumors of a series revival. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review
00:22:00 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie (SPOILERS)
00:37:32 - Shigeru Miyamoto Interview & The Nintendo Museum
00:59:35 - The Nintendo Leaks and the Future of Star Fox
01:14:19 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park Impressions
01:21:57 - Zelda Tears of the Kingdom art book coming to the West
01:22:30 - Tomodachi Life & Outro
#supermariogalaxymovie #nintendo #gaming
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Mario Wonder’s Bellabel Park Is the First Great Nintendo Switch 2 Expansion - NVC 805
26 maart 2026 · 52 min
The next Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is here, and it’s the best one yet! This week, Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine break down Logan’s review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, which has great co-op multiplayer challenges, fantastic Koopaling boss fights, and a lot more. Then, two big new overview trailers for upcoming Switch games: Pokemon Champions and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Logan has played a few hours of Tomodachi Life, and he shares quirky stories from his island so far. Finally, a couple big Nintendo news stories: physical Switch 2 games are getting a price increase in the U.S., and Nintendo is reportedly slowing down Switch 2 production. Lees meer
This weeks show is hosted by Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine, and is produced by Nick Maillet
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Judging YOUR Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 804
20 maart 2026 · 1 uur 42 min
Is Double Dash the worst Mario Kart? Is Nintendo out of ideas for Zelda games? Are $80 games actually a reason to like Nintendo? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they react to your Nintendo hot takes! There are so many we aren’t able to get to, but thank you so much to all the Super Ninfriendos who took the time to write in. Plus, the new Switch 2 update is a game changer for backwards compatibility in handheld mode, Reb interviewed the developers of Donkey Kong Bananza at GDC, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Mario Kart Double Dash is the Worst Mario Kart
00:06:20 - Mario Sunshine is the best 3D Mario
00:12:14 - Star Fox 64
00:16:05 - Nintendo Online Prices are Fair
00:27:08 - Pokemon battle gimmicks need to stop.
00:33:58 - Nintendo President Should Not Be a Mascot
00:35:18 - Zelda Open World Games Vs. Traditional
00:49:39 - Super Mario Galaxy vs. Oddessey
00:53:24 - Donkey Kong Old Look vs New
00:54:46 - Mario 3D vs 2D
01:02:11 - Switch New Online Update Details
01:13:09 - Reb's Donkey Kong Bananza GDC Interview
01:18:16 - Hot Take: Old Gen Pokemon Should be Retrired
01:24:54 - Hot Take: Nintendo Does Not Need An Online Service Similar to Xbox
01:28:29 - GDC Games (Elden Ring, Kena, HOA 2, Mouse P.I. For Hire)
01:31:50 - Mina The Hollower, Colorbound, Toem 2, Jigrift & Outro
#nintendo #gaming #ign
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Our Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 803
13 maart 2026 · 1 uur 21 min
Should Zelda be gritty and mature? Is the Switch the most important console of all time? And why is everyone always talking about the next Nintendo Direct? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they share their Nintendo hot takes and judge each other for them. Next week, we’ll be talking about YOUR Nintendo hot takes, so be sure to email them to nvc@ign.com to be a part of the show. After things cool down, the guys discuss the wonders of Pokemon Pokopia and why it’s one of the best Switch 2 exclusives so far, and the new trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Mario Movie is Ruining Nintendo's Legacy
00:13:07 - Nintendo Directs vs. Nintendo at E3
00:21:31 - Nintendo Direct Discourse Sucks
00:28:50 - Nintendo Does Not Need a Online Ecosystem Similar to Xbox
00:34:09 - Majora's Mask isn't a very good game
00:41:13 - Animal Crossing Now is a Different Genre to the Original
00:49:16 - Pokémon Pokopia Impressions
01:10:41:38 - Yosh and the Mysterious Book & Outro
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Pokemon Pokopia Is the Best Pokemon Game in Years - NVC 802
6 maart 2026 · 1 uur 27 min
Pokemon Pokopia is here, and it’s amazing! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as Reb talks about her 60+ hours in Pokopia so far and why it’s a must-have Switch 2 game. From the excellent building and customization to the fun, cozy loop of finding new Pokemon and creating homes for them, we break down everything that makes Pokopia a special Pokemon spinoff. Then, Brian and Logan talk about the horrors of Resident Evil Requiem, and the panel breaks down the best games from the Indie World showcase, including Minishoot Adventures, Blue Prince, and Rotwood. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Pokemon Pokopia Review Discussion
00:20:30 - Pokemon Pokopia Story Discussion (Spoilers)
00:30:24 - Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves
00:40:30 - Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen
00:45:49 - Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Edition
00:57:47 - Indie World ShowCase: Minishoot Adventures
01:08:33 - Blue Prince
01:13:57 - Rotwood
01:15:16 - Nintendo announces its Mario Day plans
01:20:50 - New Amiibos & Outro
#nintendo #pokemonpokopia #gaming
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Pokemon Winds and Waves First Reactions - NVC 801
27 februari 2026 · 56 min
Pokemon Winds and Waves are the new games for Pokemon’s 10th generation, officially revealed as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebration. This week on NVC, join Logan Plant, Casey DeFreitas, Miranda Sanchez, and Nick Limon as they react to the first trailer for the pair of Switch 2 exclusive games. From the new region, to the trio of starter Pokemon, there’s a lot to break down! Plus, they talk about everything else from the Pokemon Presents, including FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch, Pokemon Pokopia coming to Switch 2 next week, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Pokemon Winds and Waves
00:16:23 - FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch
00:26:46 - Pokemon Pokopia
00:33:13 - Game Boy Jukebox
00:40:17 - Gale of Darkness
00:47:35 - Pokemon Worlds in SF & Outro
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It’s Time for Zelda to Say Goodbye to the Breath of the Wild Era - NVC 800
20 februari 2026 · 1 uur 27 min
It’s The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary this week, so we’re turning our attention to where the next big 3D entry should go following Tears of the Kingdom. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Sam Claiborn as they discuss what they want from the next open world Zelda, including a refreshed art style, a new take on the light world/dark world mechanic, and ideas for twists on the classic good vs. evil tale. But before they get into all that, the Virtual Boy library is now available on Nintendo Switch Online, and we’re so excited that we can finally play this long lost library of Nintendo games. Sam shows off his original Virtual Boy console and game library, and Logan and Seth talk about jumping in for the very first time in 2026. Later, we talk about Sam’s hands-on time with the new Pokemon pinball machine, Reb’s huge Stardew Valley interview, Seth’s thoughts on Mario Tennis Fever, and the shadowdrop of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Virtual Boy
00:22:59 - The Legend of Zelda’s 40th Anniversary
00:48:30 - Pokemon Pinball & Stardew Valley
01:10:08 - Mario Tennis Fever
01:19:45 - Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition & Outro
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Mario Tennis Fever Is Good… But Not $70 Good - NVC 799
13 februari 2026 · 1 uur 22 min
Mario Tennis Fever is a fun, solid Mario sports game, but it doesn’t live up to Nintendo’s promise of “variable pricing” for its games. This week, join Logan Plant and Brian Altano as Logan shares his thoughts on Fever, which leads into a wider discussion about Nintendo’s pricing strategy this generation. Then, Logan played Pokemon Pokopia at a preview event, and he’s super impressed with everything he saw! Stick around to hear Brian’s impressions of Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and all the juicy details from Nintendo’s latest quarterly financial report.
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Nintendo Direct Reactions + We Played a Bunch of Switch 2’s 2026 Lineup - NVC 798
5 februari 2026 · 1 uur 11 min
Nintendo’s latest Partner Showcase included updates on a ton of third-party games, including a trio of Bethesda games heading to Switch 2, confirmation of a Leon Kennedy amiibo for Resident Evil Requiem, some fun Switch 2 exclusives like the co-op platformer Orbitals, and a lot more. Join Logan Plant and Seth Macy as they break everything down. Then, stick around to hear Logan’s impressions of Mario Tennis Fever, Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, Virtual Boy, and more from a recent Switch 2 preview event. Finally, Logan and Seth dive into their thoughts of the fantastic Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo Direct Reactions
00:17:21 - Bethesda Games on Switch 2 + More Partner Showcase
00:29:01 - Mario Tennis Impressions
00:35:10 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
00:46:04 - Virtual Boy Back in Stock
00:51:42 - Talking Flower
00:55:53 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream & Outro
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What’s Next for Metroid After Prime 4? - NVC 797
30 januari 2026 · 1 uur 11 min
After nearly a decade of coverage, it’s time to close the book on Metroid Prime 4. Join Logan Plant and Peer Scheider as they break down everything that worked and everything that didn’t in Prime 4: Beyond. We’re talking full spoilers, so that includes details on the ending, our favorite bosses and moments, final thoughts on controversial elements like the desert and the NPCs, and more. And it’s all contextualized by some fascinating stories from the development of Prime 4 straight from folks at Nintendo and Retro Studios. FInally, we wrap up the show discussing where the Metroid series goes from here. Lees meer
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When Is the Next 3D Mario Coming Out? - NVC 796
23 januari 2026 · 1 uur 36 min
Where is 3D Mario?? A lot of Nintendo fans are wondering, so the NVC crew is here to debate if we’re expecting to see the next 3D Mario this year. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they build a case for and against 3D Mario in 2026. From Mario’s 40th anniversary to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to Donkey Kong Bananza, there is a lot of evidence on both sides of the argument. Then, the crew talks about Final Fantasy VII Remake’s excellent Switch 2 port and an oddly-timed but very welcome update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. Then, in the second half of the show, we reflect on Nintendo Voice Chat’s 20th anniversary by looking back at Nintendo’s buildup to the Wii’s reveal and launch 20 years ago, reading your emails about your favorite NVC memories, and reflecting on what the show has meant to us. Thank you so much for listening to 20 years of Nintendo Voice Chat! Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & When Is the Next 3D Mario Coming Out?
00:29:14 - Final Fantasy VII Remake’s excellent Switch 2 port
00:48:27 - Looking back at Nintendo’s buildup to the Wii’s reveal01:17:02 - Favorite NVC Memories & Outro
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First Impressions of Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Big Update and Switch 2 Edition - NVC 795
16 januari 2026 · 1 uur 32 min
Animal Crossing: New Horizons got a huge update on Switch 1 as well as a Switch 2 Edition, and it’s time to talk all about it! Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, and Peer Schneider as they share impressions of the new features like a hotel to decorate and Nintendo items to display, and some big quality of life updates to crafting and decorating. But the big question is, is this enough to bring people back? Then, the panel kicks off NVC’s celebration of Zelda’s 40th anniversary by looking back at Ocarina of Time. In the news, hear about Switch 2’s struggles over the holiday season, Mario Tennis Fever’s big overview trailer, new Joy-Con 2 colors, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
00:26:09 - The Hyrule Times: Ocarina of Time Retrospective00:58:07 - Switch 2 comparatively struggled over its first Christmas
01:09:26 - Mario Tennis Fever
01:15:57 - Light Purple/Light Green Joy-Con 2 revealed
01:20:20 - My Mario is coming to the West next month
01:22:59 - LEGO Pokemon & Outro
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Our Nintendo 2026 Predictions Spectacular - NVC 794
9 januari 2026 · 1 uur 22 min
Nintendo Voice Chat is back for 2026, and it’s time to preview everything we know is coming to Switch 2 and Switch this year. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they discuss Switch 2 updates for Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, new Switch 2 exclusives like Mario Tennis Fever and Pokemon Pokopia, and a lot more. Then, in the predictions segment, we guess everything we think is coming this year, from Pokemon’s 30th anniversary, to Zelda’s 40th, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00 - Intro
01:08 - Nintendo in 2026: What We Know
34:27 - How are we feeling about the lineup?
45:40 - Nintendo 2026 Predictions
This weeks show is hosted by Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, Brian Altano, and is produced by Nick Maillet
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The Nintendo Voice Chat 2025 Holiday Special - NVC ???
25 december 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
Surprise! We’re back with a special episode as a holiday gift to all our wonderful listeners. But there’s a twist: no Nintendo talk allowed! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they talk about their favorite video games that didn’t make it to Nintendo consoles in 2025. From Clair Obscur taking the world by storm, to other hits like Ghost of Yotei, and deep cuts like Revenge of the Savage Planet, here are our favorite Nontendo games of the year. Plus, they discuss the best TV shows of the year, and a lot more. Happy holidays, Super Ninfriendos! Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
00:12:42 - Blue Prince
00:16:22 - Ghost of Yotei
00:22:12 - Oblivion Remastered, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Baby Steps
00:33:30 - Severance & The Rehearsal
00:39:09 - Sinners & The Pitt
00:42:16 - The Chair Company
00:45:53 - What did we miss? & Outro
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The Best Nintendo Game of 2025 Is… - NVC 793
17 december 2025 · 55 min
It’s the final episode of 2025, which means it’s time to crown the best Nintendo games of the year! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they highlight their favorite first-party games on Switch 2 and the best third-party games that came to Nintendo platforms. Then, they talk about the big winner that we’ll all remember as the highlight of Nintendo’s 2025. From Kirby Air Riders, to Hollow Knight Silksong, to Donkey Kong Bananza, this show celebrates the very best of the year. Lees meer
Thank you so much for listening to us all year long – we can’t wait for 2026!
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Rumors, Release, and Records: Switch 2's Wild 2025 - NVC 792
10 december 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
We only have two episodes left in 2025, so it’s time to start looking back at Nintendo’s big year. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Seth Macy as they reflect on Switch 2’s debut, from its tease in January, to the reveal in April, to its eventual launch in June. Plus, their feelings on the new console now that it’s been out for six months. They also discuss Nintendo’s other big moves this year, like theme parks, movies, stores, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:01:19 - Seth and Jada’s Metroid Prime 4 Takes
00:35:26 - The Game Awards 2025
00:37:40 - The Nintendo Switch 2 Generation
01:00:37 - The Biggest Stories of Nintendo’s Wild 2025
01:09:44 - Outro
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Was Metroid Prime 4 Worth the Wait? - NVC 791
5 december 2025 · 1 uur 32 min
You’re not dreaming: Metroid Prime 4 is here, and it is great. After eight years of waiting, we can’t wait to tell you all about what we think of Samus Aran’s latest adventure. Join Logan Plant, Brendan Graeber, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they dive into Logan and Brendan’s in-depth thoughts of Prime 4. From its amazing dedicated areas, to its not-so-great open world desert, to the mixed implementation of the companions, there’s a ton to get to from the planet Viewros. Then, stick around for Seth’s glowing impressions of Kirby Air Riders, a bizarre Mario Kart World update, thoughts on a pair of indie games from Reb, and more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:45 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review Discussion
00:49:35 - Kirby Air Riders
00:56:22 - Mario Kart Wrold
01:01:48 - Stray Children & Indika
01:12:15 - Analogue 3d
01:15:58 - Nintendo Acquires Bandai Namco Singapore01:19:18 - Ball x Pit Free Update
01:22:18 - Drag x Drive & Outro
#MetroidPrime4 #Nintendo #Gaming
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Metroid Prime Trilogy Retrospective - NVC 790
28 november 2025 · 1 uur 12 min
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is just one week away, so we’re celebrating by looking back on the entire Metroid Prime Trilogy. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider in a special prerecorded episode where they talk about Metroid Prime’s impact when it launched on GameCube, Prime 2: Echoes’ divisive dark world that has aged gracefully, and Prime 3: Corruption’s epic setpieces and Wii-era motion controls. Then, Brian shows off highlights from the Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective art book, and the panel shares their final hopes and expectations for Prime 4. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:05 - Metroid Prime 1
00:17:15 - Metroid Prime 2
00:37:21 - Metroid Prime 3
00:45:05 - Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective Artbook
00:51:00 - Federation Force, Hunters, & Pinball
00:54:29 - Metroid Prime 4 Hopes
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Why Kirby Air Riders Is Great - NVC 789
19 november 2025 · 1 uur 12 min
Kirby Air Riders is out tomorrow on Nintendo Switch 2, and we’re here to break down the IGN review! Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as Reb and Seth ask Logan all about his 30 hours in Kirby Air Riders. Hear why this is a fantastic return for Masahiro Sakurai, why Air Riders feels like jumping straight from Smash 64 to Ultimate, and why the limited control scheme occasionally holds it back. Then, Seth talks all about the Analogue 3D, a brand new way to play N64 games on your 4K television. Stick around for breakdowns of our latest looks at Pokemon Pokopia, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and The Legend of Zelda movie. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:45 - Kirby Air Riders Review Discussion00:27:56 - Analogue 3D
00:37:27 - Pokemon Pokopia00:50:05 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
00:57:01 - The Legend Of Zelda Movie Set Pics
01:04:21 - Game Deals & Outro
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IGN’s Top 25 Nintendo Games + Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview - NVC 788
14 november 2025 · 2 uur 5 min
IGN and Nintendo Life have fully revealed the top 100 Nintendo games of all time, so it’s time to break down the top 25! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Nintendo Life’s Alex Olney as they talk about every entry from 25 to 1, including the debate between the top two entries on the list. Then, stick around, because Logan played nearly 90 minutes of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on Nintendo Switch 2, and he has so many thoughts to share, from the gorgeous art direction and performance, to the classic Metroid Prime gameplay, to the chatty, annoying sidekick that dragged the whole thing down. Lees meer
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:47 Super Mario 64 / The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask / Super Mario Galaxy
00:07:18 Donkey Kong Bananza / The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds / Resident Evil 4
00:11:11 Final Fantasy 6 / Fire Emblem: Awakening / Animal Crossing: New Horizons
00:17:30 The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker / Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver / Super Mario Galaxy 2
00:24:05 Metroid Prime (+ Remastered) / Super Mario Bros. 3 / Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
00:29:34 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe / The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past / Super Metroid
00:46:31 Chrono Trigger / The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time / Tetris
00:56:51 Super Mario Odyssey & Super Mario World
01:14:15 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild & The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
01:32:35 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview
01:59:33 Outro
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks Out of This World - NVC 787
12 november 2025 · 44 min
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer is here, and the NVC crew is blasting off to share their reactions! Join us, as we break down everything we saw from Nintendo’s next big animated adventure
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Our Favorite Nintendo Games of All Time - NVC 786
7 november 2025 · 1 uur 48 min
We’re starting the countdown to IGN’s Top 100 Nintendo games of all time! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy, and special guest Alex Olney from Nintendo Life as they each shoutout a pair of games that made our upcoming list that are specifically meaningful to them. Then, Logan and Seth dive into the IGN review of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, the new Animal Crossing: New Horizons update that came out of nowhere, our most exciting look at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond yet, and more. And finally, it’s time for Nintendo’s quarterly financial report, and we’ve got a very special surprise from an NVC fan to kick it off. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & IGN's Top 100 Nintendo Games
00:03:53 - Banjo-Kazooie
00:09:15 - Secret of Mana
00:14:26 - The World Ends With You
00:18:26 - Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze
00:26:15 - Metroid Dread
00:35:59 - Mega Man 2
00:43:19 - Pikmin 4
00:48:40 - Twilight Princess
00:56:49 - Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review Discussion
01:10:04 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update Breakdown
01:18:49 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Trailer Impressions
01:21:28 - Resident Evil: Requiem Pro Controller + Amiibo
01:29:11 - Quarterly Financial Report & Outro
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Our Spooktacular Luigi's Mansion Retrospective - NVC 785
30 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 5 min
Luigi’s Mansion arrives on Nintendo Switch Online today, so we’re looking back at our fond memories of the GameCube classic. This week, join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they talk about what made Luigi’s Mansion so unique when it hit the GameCube on launch day back in 2001, and how the series evolved in Dark Moon and Luigi’s Mansion 3. Then, they discuss what they want to see from the future of the series. Stick around to hear more impressions of Hollow Knight Silksong, Dragon Quest 1&2 HD-2D Remake, and Powerwash Simulator 2.
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Why the NES’s Anniversary Is More Complicated Than You Think - NVC 784
24 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 35 min
The Nintendo Entertainment System just turned 40 years old in North America… Kind of? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they dive into the strange, muddled history of the NES console launch in the United States and share their favorite NES games and memories. Lees meer
Then, they dive into the 60-minute Kirby Air Riders Direct from Masahiro Sakurai, more impressions of Pokémon Legends Z-A, and the news headlines of the week, including a ton of third-party announcements for Switch 2.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:28:51 - Kirby Air Riders Direct
00:49:35 - Pokémon Legends Z-A Review Roundtable
01:10:19 - Ball X Pit01:22:47 - Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Update
01:24:05 - AC Shadows
01:26:47 - Fallout 4, System Shock Remake, Persona 3: Reloaded
01:28:31 - Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush
01:29:02 - Nintendo Today Adds Share Button & Luigi's Mansion Update
01:30:38 - Outro#Nintendo #Gaming #KirbyAirRiders
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Pokemon Legends Z-A Review Discussion: Is Pokemon Back On Track? - NVC 783
17 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Pokemon Legends Z-A is out now on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and we’ve assembled a panel of Pokemon experts to tell you all about it. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Casey DeFreitas as Reb, Casey, and Jada share in-depth thoughts on their adventures in Lumiose City. From the revamped action battle system, to the return of Mega Evolutions, to answers surrounding Z-A’s graphics and performance, there’s so much to discuss surrounding Switch 2’s first Pokemon game.
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