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Is Mario Galaxy 2 As Good As We Remember? - NVC 782
10 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 48 min
Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 are out on Nintendo Switch, and we’re having a blast revisiting two of the best platformers Nintendo has ever made. This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they talk about what holds up well, what hasn’t aged super gracefully, the quality of the Switch port, and if Galaxy 2 is still a masterpiece. Then, the panel dives into the weird saga of Nintendo’s new Pikmin animated short that’s been unfolding over the last few days. They also chat about Mina the Hollower’s delay, Hyrule Warriors’ latest story details, and what they’re playing on Switch, including Hades 2, Zelda: Wind Waker, LEGO Voyagers, and more. Lees meer
This weeks show is Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy, Brian Altano, and is produced by Nick Maillet
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So Long, Bowser: Nintendo of America’s Big Leadership Shakeup - NVC 781
3 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Doug Bowser is retiring from Nintendo of America, with Devon Pritchard set to take over starting next year. This week on NVC, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they discuss Bowser’s legacy and what to expect from NoA as we move into a new era. Then, speaking of Nintendo of America, friend of the show Bill Trinen stops by to talk about Splatoon 3’s upcoming North American league tournament and how you can get involved. Then, Reb shares hands-on impressions of Resident Evil Requiem and more third-party Switch 2 games she saw at Tokyo Game Show, and we end the show by debating which is better: Mario Kart World or Sonic Racing CrossWorlds. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:21 - Doug Bowser Retires
00:28:49 - Bill Trinen & Splatoon 3’s North American League Tournament
00:43:58 - Reb Played Resident Evil Requiem
00:50:59 - Professor Layton and the New World of Steam on Switch 2
00:54:29 - Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment on Switch 2
00:58:01 - Stray Children & Reb Went to TGS
01:02:56 - Mario Kart World vs Sonic Racing CrossWorlds
01:20:45 - Outro & Humble Bundle Choice
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Hades 2 Continues 2025's Incredible Run of Indie Sequels - NVC 780
27 september 2025 · 1 uur 15 min
This week’s show is packed with news, sequels, and Switch goodness. First, we dive into some major headlines: Borderlands 4 delayed indefinitely, a big update for Mario Kart World, a mysterious new Fire Emblem: Shadows tease, and the surprising news that Doug Bowser will exit as President of Nintendo of America at the end of 2025.cThen we celebrate what has truly been the year of indie sequels. With Hades 2, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Monster Train 2, Deltarune, Slime Rancher 2, and more. Finally, we share what we’ve been playing on Switch and Switch 2, including Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:07 - Borderlands 4 Delayed & Mario Kart World Update
00:08:31 - Fire Emblem Shadows & Doug Bowser Exits
00:16:59 - Hades II
00:29:15 - Cadence of Hyrule
00:32:42 - Deltarune & SteamWorld Dig 2
00:39:30 - Celeste, Castle Crashers, Geometry Wars, & Tunic
00:47:14 - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
00:53:50 - Pokémon Legends: Z-A
01:01:51 - Hyrule Warriors
01:08:59 - Outro
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Was Silksong Worth the Wait? - NVC 779
19 september 2025 · 1 uur 51 min
Hollow Knight Silksong has been in the wild for a couple weeks now, and it’s finally time to answer the question: was it worth the wait? This week, join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Brian Altano, and IGN’s Silksong reviewer Tom Marks as they dive deep into the metroidvania sequel. But we’re far from done after that – stick around for discussion surrounding Nintendo’s recent pricing announcements from last week’s Nintendo Directs, more thoughts on announcements like Pokemon Pokopia and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, our review of Donkey Kong Bananza’s DK Island and Emerald Rush DLC, and a lot more. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & IGN Fan Fest Returns!
00:03:14 - Was Silksong Worth the Wait?
00:29:31- It’s Expensive Being a Nintendo Fan in 2025
00:57:50 - DK Island and Emerald Rush DLC
01:09:14 - Reb’s take on Pokemon Pokopia
01:13:12 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
01:16:23 - A Theory on Metroid Prime 4
01:35:04 - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
01:37:41 - Is The Switch 2 off to a good start?
01:46:21 - Outro
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Nintendo Direct Reactions: Mario's 40th, Virtual Boy, Fire Emblem, and More! - NVC 778
12 september 2025 · 1 uur 12 min
We got an hour-long Nintendo Direct today, and there’s so much to dive into! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Nick Limon, and Seth Macy as they react to the biggest reveals from the show, including Super Mario Galaxy 2 finally coming to Nintendo Switch, other big reveals for Mario’s 40th anniversary like Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and more. Plus, thoughts on Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, the swappable Kirby Air Riders amiibo, and the craziest drop of the direct: Virtual Boy is back. Then, stick around as Sam Claiborn joins the show to share his impressions of Donkey Kong Bananza’s new DK Isle and Emerald Rush DLC, which is available today! Lees meer
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How Strong Is Switch 2’s Fall 2025 Lineup? - NVC 777
5 september 2025 · 1 uur 37 min
We went to PAX West in Seattle and played a ton of Nintendo Switch 2 games coming this fall, including Kirby Air Riders, Pokemon Legends Z-A, Hollow Knight Silksong, and a lot more. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they share impressions of Nintendo’s holiday lineup. Plus, we finally share thoughts on Drag x Drive, and Reb gives a deep dive on UFO 50. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Humble Bundle Choice
00:04:51 - Hollow Knight Silksong Is Out Now
00:20:49 - Pokemon Legends: Z-A
00:32:54 - Kirby Air Riders
00:41:30 - Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade & Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition
00:51:51 - Serenity Forge, Gametank, & Star Wars Outlaws
00:59:46 - Dragon Quest 1+2 HD-2D Remake , Octopath Traveler 0, & Mina the Hollower
01:04:5 3 - How Strong Is Switch 2’s Fall 2025 Lineup?
01:12:28 - PAX West Recap, Jamboree gets an HD Update & UFO 50
01:23:30 - Drag X Drive Impressions & Outro
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It's a Kirby Takeover! Switch 2 Edition Review and Air Riders Hype - NVC 776
27 augustus 2025 · 53 min
This week is all about the pink puffball, as Tom Marks joins Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine to share his review of Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World, including if it’s worth picking up the $80 version if you’ve never played it before, or the $20 upgrade if you already own the Switch 1 game. Then, the trio dives into Masahiro Sakurai’s 47-minute Kirby Air Riders Direct, breaking down our best look yet at the Switch 2’s first big November game. They discuss how it looks like an iterative GameCube sequel 20 years later, Sakurai’s amazing attention to detail, some concerns about the longevity of the City Trial mode, and a lot more.
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We Played Hollow Knight, Kirby, and Pokemon at Gamescom - NVC 775
24 augustus 2025 · 34 min
Welcome to a very special gamescom 2025 episode of NVC, live from beautiful Cologne, Germany. A city known for giving the world delicious beer, breathtaking views of the Dom Cathedral, and a guy named Peer Schneider. From Hollow Knight: Silksong, to Kirby Air Rider, to Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, join us as we breakdown Nintendo's massive presence at gamescom.
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Donkey Kong Bananza Spoilercast - NVC 774
15 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 39 min
This week, we’re peeling the banana on Donkey Kong Bananza with a full spoilercast! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they discuss absolutely everything in DK Bananza, nothing is off the table! So if you haven’t finished it yet, go back, beat the game, and return to listen to this in-depth conversation on the Switch 2 masterpiece. Topics include a full breakdown of the epic finale, our favorite layers and mechanics, the best small details we noticed, and our final overall thoughts on the game. Oh, Banana!!! Lees meer
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Indie World Highlights, Switch 2's Historic Sales, Switch 1's Price Hike, and More! - NVC 773
8 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 39 min
We’re reacting to Nintendo’s latest Indie World Showcase, from UFO 50 to the reveal of Mina the Hollower’s there’s a lot to cover. Plus, we break down the biggest headlines from Nintendo’s Q1 FY2025 earnings report, discuss the Zelda movie casting, and more! Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro & Donkey Kong Bananza Spoilercast Update
00:05:03 - Indie World Showcase Reactions: UFO 50
00:12:26 - Mina the Hollower
00:24:25 - Neverway
00:29:39 - Ball X Pit & Glaciered
00:30:51 - DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
00:37:10 - Nintendo’s Q1 2025
01:12:31 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land & Mario Paint on Switch 2
01:23:27 - Zelda Movie Casting & LEGO Gameboy
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Nintendo Direct, DK Bananza, Jamboree TV, and More! - NVC 772
1 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 52 min
This week in a Mega Mushroom-sized episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, it’s time to break down all the biggest announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct, including The Adventures of Elliot, Octopath Traveler 0, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and more. Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Jada Griffin, and Seth Macy as they share lukewarm impressions of the Direct and talk about the current third-party strategy on Nintendo Switch 2. Then, Logan breaks down his review of Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV, sharing why it’s kind of a baffling release that doesn’t live up to its $80 price tag. Plus, the panel’s first impressions of Donkey Kong Bananza, belated thoughts on last week’s Pokemon Presents, a discussion on the strange rollout of Drag X Drive, Mario Kart World’s VS Race update, and more. Lees meer
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Are Nintendo Games Getting Too Easy? - NVC 771
25 juli 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
This week, in a prerecorded episode shot on July 14, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Rebekah Valentine for a chill episode of NVC where they talk about what they’ve been playing on Nintendo Switch 2, including Fantasy Life, F-Zero, and Bravely Default. They also look back on a long-lost Nintendo character: Donkey Kong Jr. Finally, they hit the question block, and answer one listener question that asks if Mario games have gotten too easy over the years. Lees meer
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Why Donkey Kong Bananza Is a 10/10 Masterpiece - NVC 770
17 juli 2025 · 55 min
Donkey Kong Bananza is finally here, and it’s a masterpiece! This week, join Logan Plant, Brendan Graeber, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano for their spoiler-free discussion about Logan’s 10/10 review for the new Nintendo Switch 2 platformer. Hear about DK’s incredible moveset, Bananza’s impressive world and destruction mechanics, and how it all comes together to create a truly groundbreaking adventure. Plus, they dive into Rebekah’s interview with the Bananza developers, where we learned about how Bananza came together in the early stages of development. Lees meer
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The Heart of a Gamer: Remembering Nintendo’s Satoru Iwata 10 Years Later - NVC 769
11 juli 2025 · 1 uur 16 min
10 years ago today, on July 11, 2015, the world lost a legend with the passing of Nintendo President Satoru Iwata. This week, join Logan Plant and Peer Schneider – who had the opportunity to interview Mr. Iwata multiple times – for a special episode of Nintendo Voice Chat where they look back at the man who boldly led Nintendo for more than a decade, and discuss how his legacy is still impacting Nintendo today. From stories of Mr. Iwata saving EarthBound from a troubled development, to his most charming, memorable Nintendo Direct moments, come celebrate the man who meant so much to Nintendo fans across the globe. Lees meer
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We Played DK Bananza for Hours and it's Looking Like Switch 2's Top Banana - NVC 768
3 juli 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Our final Donkey Kong Bananza preview is here, and we’re totally in love with what we’ve played of the upcoming 3D platformer. This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Reb Valentine, and Mitchell Saltzman as they dive into Mitchell’s Bananza preview, including thoughts on DK’s moveset, the challenge rooms, the Bananza transformations, and the confirmation that the team behind Super Mario Odyssey is working on Bananza. Plus, many Nintendo fans aren’t happy with the new Mario Kart World update that makes it almost impossible to guarantee a three-lap race online, and we talk about World’s shortcomings as an online game. Lees meer
This weeks show is Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, Mitchell Saltzman, and is produced by Nick Maillet.
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Nintendo Switch 2: Five Things We Love and Five We’d Change - NVC 767
26 juni 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Nintendo Switch 2 has been here for a couple of weeks now, and we’re starting to get a better idea of what we love about Nintendo’s new console and what we’d change. This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Reb Valentine as they break down their favorite features, like the new Pro Controller, backwards compatibility, and GameChat, and some big hangups, like poor invite implementation and some potential issues with the screen. Then, they hit the news, including discussion on Drag X Drive’s release date, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’s incorrect “out now” banner, and more. Lees meer
This week’s show is Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and is produced by Nick Maillet
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Are We Going Bananas for Donkey Kong Bananza? - NVC 766
18 juni 2025 · 1 uur 44 min
The NVC crew dives deep into the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, breaking down all the wild reveal from Oddrock’s Pauline transformation and DK’s expansive moveset (complete with Turf Surfing and Bananza transformations) to the Splatoon-esque bosses. Plus, uncover hidden details like amiibo support, skill upgrades, and minecart throwbacks! Then, the gang shifts gears to Mario Kart World, sharing multiplayer stories, track secrets, and why its interconnected world and HD rumble make it a standout. Lees meer
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The Big Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Spectacular - NVC 765
13 juni 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, and there’s so much to talk about! This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they share their early thoughts on the new hardware, Mario Kart World, Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, and a lot more, including thoughts on GameCube games on Switch Online, Bravely Default’s remaster, Civ 7’s mouse controls, and the surprise reveal of Switch 2’s first Splatoon game. Lees meer
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Our First Three Days with the Nintendo Switch 2 - NVC 764
8 juni 2025 · 31 min
Happy Nintendo Switch 2 launch week! In this special IGN Live episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, Logan Plant is joined by Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Jada Griffin to share their first three days with the brand-new Nintendo system. From hands-on impressions of Mario Kart World and Zelda to on-stage chaos with Knockout Tour (yes, someone gets pied in the face). Lees meer
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NES to Switch 2: 40 Years of Nintendo with IGN's Co-Founder - NVC Special
30 mei 2025 · 1 uur 47 min
As we approach the next generation of Nintendo, Brian Altano sits down with IGN co-founder Peer Schneider to look back at his decades-long journey covering Nintendo, from the early days to the dawn of the Switch 2. From launch events to iconic IGN moments (yes, that meme), this 1-on-1 dives into what it's like building the world’s biggest gaming site as a lifelong Nintendo fan. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:47 - The Early Days
00:16:35 - The Big Leap of the Nintendo 64
00:26:05 - Reviewing The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
00:36:04 - The Gamecube Era
00:43:00 - Covering The Legend of Zelda: Windwaker
00:52:48 - Becoming The Reaction Guys
00:59:35 - The Wii and the Nintendo DS
01:03:16 - Experiencing the Nintendo 3DS
01:09:19 - Wii U: The Dark Ages
01:15:30 - The Launch of Amiibo
01:18:20 - The Nintendo 2DS
01:22:05 - The Success of the Nintendo Switch
01:29:18 - The Dawn of the Nintendo Switch 2 & What's Next
01:43:25 - Outro
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We Interviewed Shigeru Miyamoto + Our Favorite Nintendo Switch Memories - NVC 762
23 mei 2025 · 1 uur 31 min
Brian Altano interviewed the one and only Shigeru Miyamoto at Super Nintendo World in Florida, and he’s here this week to tell us every detail about his conversation with the creator of Mario. Hear Brian’s take on the new theme park, the Donkey Kong roller coaster, and our thoughts on how Nintendo has managed to successfully transition to a younger generation of talent over the last few years. Then, we discuss all the new details from the Mario Kart World Ask the Developer interview series, including the origin of the iconic Cow, and why we’re more excited than ever for open world Mario Kart. Finally, Logan, Jada, and Seth take one last look back at the Nintendo Switch generation, discussing the successes, shortcomings, and their favorite memories from Nintendo’s iconic hybrid console. Lees meer
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We Toured the New Nintendo San Francisco Store and Talked with Doug Bowser! - NVC 761
16 mei 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Nintendo is opening a brand new retail store in San Francisco, and we toured it! This week, join Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, Seth Macy, and Ryan McCaffrey as they break down their visit to the store and show off some of the cool merch you can find. Stick around to hear us dive into Logan’s interview with Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser, Seth’s first hands-on experience with Nintendo Switch 2, and a lot more. Lees meer
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Kirby Air Riders: Why Sakurai’s First Switch 2 Game Is a Big Deal - NVC 760
9 mei 2025 · 1 uur 37 min
Masahiro Sakurai is returning to the Kirby franchise on Switch 2 after more than 20 years away, and we’re so excited about it! This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Tom Marks, and Brian Altano as they talk about why they love the original Kirby Air Ride, and how Kirby Air Riders could build upon the GameCube cult classic. Then, Nintendo’s latest financial report is in, and it includes the first projections for Nintendo Switch 2 sales – and they’re pretty huge. There are a few smaller Switch 2 headlines to discuss this week as well, including preorders going live at the My Nintendo Store and if Nintendo’s policy to monitor Game Chat is a big deal or not. Finally in the Question Block, we share our favorite Nintendo console launch memories and the first time we remember being disappointed in a Nintendo game. Lees meer
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:27 - Why Kirby Air Riders Will be a Big Deal
00:34:31 - How Many Switch 2's is Nintendo Going to Sell?
00:57:55 - Question Block
01:24:46 - The Switch 2 May Monitor Chat Sessions?
01:31:55 - Outro
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Switch and Switch 2's Virtual Game Cards Are Better in Some Ways and Worse in Others - NVC 759
2 mei 2025 · 1 uur 47 min
Nintendo Switch got a big update this week that’s laying the groundwork for the Switch 2’s June launch, and it includes the new Virtual Game Cards feature that some Nintendo fans are finding a bit convoluted. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Reb Valentine, and Seth Macy as they break down the new feature and how it impacts you across one or multiple Switch consoles. But before all that, Peer Schneider joins the show to give his hands-on impressions of Switch 2, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and more. Stick around to hear us answer your listener emails on Question Block, including some adorable fan art from a young Nintendo fan. Lees meer
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Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder Mania! - NVC 758
2 mei 2025 · 1 uur 29 min
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders went live in the United States, and it was super chaotic! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Reb Valentine, and Seth Macy as they discuss the preorder situation and Nintendo’s price increases to accessories and amiibo. Then, Brian Altano interviewed Paul Rudd on IGN about his new Switch 2 commercial, and the panel is still puzzled about why so much of Nintendo’s marketing campaign is centered around Game Chat. As we look ahead to Switch 2’s long-awaited GameCube library, we’re starting a new segment this week where a panelist pitches which GameCube classic should get added to the service. Finally, we tackle your questions in Question Block, including an update on Reb’s wild googly eye saga.
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The Mario Kart World Direct Answered Some Questions and Raised Some New Ones - NVC 757
17 april 2025 · 1 uur 42 min
Nintendo showed off 15 minutes of Mario Kart World, sharing more details about Free Roam, Battle Mode, and more new features coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 launch game. But we still have some questions about how open world exploration will work and what rewards and unlockables are in store. This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Nick Limon, and Brian Altano as they break down all the big news from the presentation. Plus, Nick went hands-on with Switch 2, and he shares his thoughts on Donkey Kong Bananza and the hardware itself. Finally, former PlayStation president Shuhei Yoshida said he thinks Nintendo is losing its identity, and the panel gets into a big discussion about if they agree or not. Lees meer
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The Switch 2 Preorder Delay, More Hands-on Impressions, and Our Final Direct Thoughts - NVC 756
11 april 2025 · 1 uur 45 min
It’s been a crazy week for Nintendo news, as the United States and Canada Switch 2 preorder delay is just the latest story in a flurry of muddled marketing from Nintendo. Join Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they discuss the delay, Nintendo’s response, and a bunch of quotes from Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser about Switch 2’s price. Then, Logan fields the panel’s questions about his hands-on time with Switch 2, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Finally, we give our impressions of the Nintendo Direct one week later now that the dust has settled. Lees meer
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We Spent an Entire Day Playing Nintendo Switch 2! - NVC 755
8 april 2025 · 1 uur 33 min
The Switch 2 is very real and we’ve played a bunch of it! Join Logan Plant and Brian Altano (who are together in-person!) as they discuss their show floor impressions of the Switch 2 hardware itself, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, Drag X Drive, and a lot more. Plus, they share their overall thoughts on the Nintendo Direct and the weird, convoluted messaging surrounding much of this hardware transition, as well as some concerns about the pricing of hardware and software for the average Nintendo consumer. Lees meer
Please note this bonus episode was recorded on Thursday, April 3 prior to Nintendo delaying preorders in the United States. We’ll talk about that on NVC 756 this upcoming Friday!
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Better Than We Could Have Imagined - NVC 754
2 april 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
The Nintendo Switch 2 has officially been revealed! Nintendo’s April 2nd Direct delivered a wave of surprises, from fresh footage of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza to big reveals like Kirby Air Riders and the new IP, Duskbloods. Join Seth Macy, Jada Griffin, Tom Marks, and Nicholas Limon as they unpack every major Switch 2 detail, including GameChat, 4K support, HDR, and Joy-Con mouse controls.
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Nintendo’s Final Switch 1 Direct Was Full of Surprises - NVC 753
27 maart 2025 · 1 uur 22 min
With one week to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, there’s no way Nintendo would announce a bunch of new Switch 1 games, right? Wrong! Nintendo dropped a surprise Nintendo Direct that revealed a brand new look at Metroid Prime 4, and exciting weird reveals like Rhythm Heaven: Groove and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Join Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they break down all the big announcements, including Nintendo’s new smartphone app and their brand new approach to digital game sharing. Then, as it’s also the final show until the Switch 2 Direct, the panel does three rapid fire rounds of Nintendo Switch 2 Direct predictions.
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Nintendo Switch 2: Can Lightning Strike Twice? - NVC 752
21 maart 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
With 12 days to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the NVC panel is discussing how successful the sequel console will likely end up being. Nintendo Switch is on track to be the best-selling Nintendo console ever, so how will Switch 2 stack up in a rapidly evolving industry? Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they try to answer that question. Plus, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is out this week, and we sit down with the author of IGN’s review, George Yang, to talk about why it’s an amazing open world RPG you should check out. Finally, Logan goes on a tangent about the Nintendo logo appearing on the Seattle Mariners’ jerseys, and the panel talks about what the GameCube library might look like on Nintendo Switch Online.
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Which Mario Spinoff Deserves Better on Switch 2? - NVC 751
14 maart 2025 · 1 uur 35 min
We’re less than three weeks away from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct,so the NVC crew has gathered to celebrate Mario Day by discussing the state of Mario spinoffs on Nintendo Switch and what could be improved on Switch 2. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Reb Valentine, and Seth Macy as they make their pitches for the next Mario spinoff. Plus, Niantic just sold Pokemon GO and Pikmin Bloom, and we break down what that could mean for the mobile games moving forward. And, we’re revamping the Question Block segment, so send in your best questions to NVC@IGN.com for a chance to be featured on the show! Lees meer
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NVC All-Stars Pick the Top 10 Nintendo Switch Games of the Generation - NVC 750
7 maart 2025 · 1 uur 54 min
To celebrate 750 episodes of Nintendo Voice Chat and eight years of Nintendo Switch, we’ve assembled an all-star crew of NVC panelists from throughout the Switch generation to create a list of the 10 defining games on the console. Join Logan Plant and a ton of familiar faces as they each make their case for which game belongs on the list. From IGN Game of the Year award winners like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to surprise revivals like Metroid Dread, it’s time to celebrate the incredible library of games we’ve loved talking about over the last eight years of NVC. Thank you so much for supporting the show – let’s do 750 more! Lees meer
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Pokemon Legends Z-A is a Step in the Right Direction, But it’s Not Everything We Hoped For - NVC 749
27 februari 2025 · 1 uur
The Pokemon Company finally shared more footage of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and while it looks like a step in the right direction compared to Scarlet & Violet, it’s still not the big upgrade we were hoping for. This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Miranda Sanchez, and Nick Limon as they react to the Pokemon Presents for Pokemon Day 2025 immediately after it aired. They talk about everything in the Legends Z-A footage, why Pokemon Champions is a big deal for Pokemon Home users, the lack of classic games on Nintendo Switch, and what they want from the franchise as we move toward the Switch 2 generation.
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We Flew to Japan to Learn Everything About Okami 2 - NVC 748
21 februari 2025 · 1 uur 26 min
Reb Valentine is back this week on Nintendo Voice Chat to talk about IGN’s exclusive interview with Capcom and the team behind the highly-anticipated Okami sequel. Plus, she talks about all the cool Nintendo merchandise she bought while she was visiting Japan! Then, Logan, Jada, Seth, and Reb talk about why Wario Land 4 is an essential Nintendo platformer that you need to play now that it’s available on Nintendo Switch Online. Speaking of Switch Online, Nintendo is ending the gold points promotion, and the panel discusses when we might see a replacement rewards program. Finally, it’s your listener questions answered in Question Block.
This week’s show is Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and is produced by Tayo Oyekan Lees meerNVC is a part of Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand. Visit Geek.com
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What Mario Kart 9 Needs to Stand Out - NVC 747
14 februari 2025 · 1 uur 34 min
Seth Macy returns to Nintendo Voice Chat this week, and he has a big announcement about the future of the podcast. Then, Logan, Seth, and Jada discuss Nintendo’s new Switch patents that hint at a ton of new functionality for the Joy-Con and the console itself, including the potential to rotate it upside down. We’re also talking Mario Kart this week, with a full series retrospective from Super Mario Kart on SNES all the way to what Mario Kart 9 needs to do to race ahead of the pack. Finally, hear Jada’s impressions of Sonic Racing CrossWorlds and Seth’s thoughts on the Switch port of Civilization 7.
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Which Dead Nintendo Franchise Would You Revive? - NVC 746
7 februari 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
Nintendo has brought back some long-lost franchises on Switch, but which ones still deserve a comeback on Switch 2? This week on NVC, Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Peer Schneider each pick a Nintendo franchise to revive from the grave—will it be Star Fox, Wave Race, or EarthBound? Plus, the crew celebrates the 20th anniversary of Donkey Kong Jungle Beat, one of Nintendo’s weirdest games ever, and discuss how the team behind Super Mario Galaxy got its start with bongos. Finally, we break down the latest Nintendo financials and what it’ll take for the Switch to surpass the PlayStation 2’s sales record.
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What We Want From Nintendo’s Biggest Franchises on Switch 2 - NVC 745
31 januari 2025 · 1 uur 22 min
It’s no secret that the Switch generation was filled with some of the greatest Nintendo games of all time. So how should Nintendo follow hits like Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Odyssey, Metroid Dread, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons on Switch 2? This week, join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they work to answer that question. Should the next Zelda keep the Breath of the Wild style? Should Nintendo remake Super Metroid? Which is better: New Horizons or New Leaf? What does Pokemon need to do to get back on track? We’ll tackle these topics and more this week on NVC.
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Nintendo Switch 2: Our Biggest Unanswered Questions - NVC 744
24 januari 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer gave us our first look at the console, but it actually raised more questions than answers. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Reb Valentine, and Brian Altano as they discuss the biggest unanswered Switch 2 questions, including its price, release date, launch lineup, backwards compatibility concerns, and more. Then, Switch 1 isn’t quite dead yet, so the panel predicts what software Nintendo could still have to announce before Switch 2 takes the spotlight, including another debate on if Metroid Prime 4 will receive a dedicated Switch 2 version. Finally, Reb shares her experience playing through the SNES classic Super Metroid for the very first time.
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Nintendo Switch 2's Secrets Revealed at Last - NVC 743
16 januari 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
It’s here and it’s real! After years of leaks, rumors, and speculation, the Switch 2 hardware has officially been revealed by Nintendo and our crew has every little detail you might have missed, plus a ton of theories about what we’ll know next. And there’s even a brand new Mario Kart game! Tune in for everything we know about the Nintendo Switch 2 so far!
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Mockups, Mice, and Motherboards: Switch 2 Leaks Are Out of Control! - NVC 742
10 januari 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
It’s 2025, and what better way to kick off the year than an hour of Switch 2 speculation? Leaks and rumors are reaching critical mass, and Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano are here to discuss all of it, from the Switch 2 mockup Genki brought to CES to the potential of mouse-like functionality in the new Joy-Con. And, the panel discusses how powerful the Switch 2 might be, and if they’re concerned it’s not powerful enough… or maybe even too powerful? Finally, a conversation around if the Switch 2 leaks are diminishing any hype levels for Nintendo’s official announcement.
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The Nintendo DS Turns 20: A Celebration of Its Iconic Legacy - NVC 741
26 december 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
The Nintendo DS revolutionized handheld gaming when it launched 20 years ago, becoming the second best-selling gaming system of all time. Join the NVC crew as we celebrate the DS’s groundbreaking innovations, incredible game library, and unforgettable moments in gaming history. From Mario Kart DS and New Super Mario Bros. to hidden gems like Elite Beat Agents and The World Ends With You, we’re diving deep into what made this dual-screen wonder a true classic. Plus, we look back at its hardware revisions, from the DS Lite to the DSi XL. Let’s celebrate the handheld that changed it all!
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NVC’s 2024 Nintendo Switch Game of the Year Is… - NVC 740
19 december 2024 · 1 uur 22 min
What was your favorite Nintendo game of 2024? This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, join Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, Jada Griffin, and Brian Altano as they discuss IGN’s pick for the Best Nintendo Game of 2024 and share their own personal favorite Switch games of the year. Plus, the recent batch of Switch 2 leaks and rumors may actually be worth paying attention to, and the panel breaks down all of the Switch announcements from last week, including a divisive conversation about the new edgy Pac-Man game. Lees meer
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The Biggest Stories of Nintendo’s 2024 - NVC 739
12 december 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
Before we turn the page to 2025, it’s time to look back on the biggest storylines from Nintendo’s 2024. Join Logan Plant, Reb Valentine, and Jada Griffin as they discuss the weirdest Nintendo announcements of the year like Alarmo and the Nintendo Music App, the lack of a proper Switch 2 reveal despite nonstop rumors, Nintendo’s emerging pattern of not telling us crucial information about its games, and a lot more. Plus, the panel recommends the best local multiplayer Switch games to try out this holiday season, and Logan and Jada tackle your listener questions in Question Block. Lees meer
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Why Can’t Metroid Crawl? - NVC 738
6 december 2024 · 1 uur 24 min
This week, Nintendo added Echoes of Wisdom to the Zelda timeline… But do any of us really care? Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, Jada Griffin, and Brian Altano as they dive into Hyrule’s complicated history. And, Metroid fans are getting an incredible new book, so we’re looking ahead to Metroid Prime 4 and answering your burning Metroid questions, including the direction we think Prime 4 will take and if Super Metroid needs a remake. Plus, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble’s latest update makes one of the best Switch games of 2024 even better, and we’ve got Peer’s early thoughts on Mario & Luigi Brothership and Logan’s impressions of Balatro.
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The Waluigi Power Hour - NVC 737
28 november 2024 · 55 min
Waluigi has been Mario's unsung antihero for decades, but does he finally deserve his moment in the spotlight? From his debut in Mario Tennis on the N64 to his iconic appearances in Mario Kart and Mario Party, Waluigi has cultivated a cult following. In this episode, we dive deep into all things Waluigi: his best moments, whether he deserves a spot in Smash Bros., and what a Waluigi game could look like (Waluigi Pinball RPG, anyone?). Plus, we answer your burning Waluigi questions. Join us for the ultimate Waluigi Power Hour!
Check out every game featuring Waluigi on IGN's playlist: https://www.ign.com/playlist/igneditorial/lists/every-game-featuring-waluigi
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November 21 is the Greatest Date in Nintendo History - NVC 736
24 november 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat episode 736. I am your host and future Street Beefs hall of famer Seth Macy and this week we're talking about Black Friday, Game of the Year, and why November 21, which is today by the way, is such a significant date in the history of Nintendo. Also, your questions. I am joined by my good friends and favorite people Reb Logan Jada
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What Was Nintendo Missing in 2024? - NVC 735
15 november 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, we’re reacting to Super Nintendo World’s Donkey Kong Country expansion and theorizing about what the next Donkey Kong game should look like. Plus, thoughts on Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, and we ask the question: What was Nintendo missing in 2024?
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Why Mario & Luigi: Brothership Is a Disappointing Return - NVC 734
8 november 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat: Logan reviewed Mario & Luigi Brothership and the internet was normal about it, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, and tantalizing new official details about the Nintendo Switch successor were revealed by Nintendo itself on its corporate Twitter account. All this plus your questions.
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Our Scariest Switch 2 Fears - NVC 733
1 november 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, Nintendo has revealed a ton of stuff this week, including its own version of Spotify and two first-party games, including a long-awaited Switch port from one of its most important studios. Plus, we’re diving into our nightmares this Halloween to share our scariest Switch 2 fears. All this and more, straight ahead on NVC.
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