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Super Mario Movie Direct: It Looks Great! - NVC 639

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 Dec 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Nintendo surprised us with a new look at the Super Mario Movie this week, and it actually got us all more excited than the previous reveal. That's just good marketing, friends. We also talk about the glaring performance problems with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and how some of our favorite games haven't always had the best, or even good, performance. On top of that Seth makes a compelling case for Sonic Frontiers as Game of the Year.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:30 - Super Mario Movie Direct Trailer Reactions

00:17:49 - Reb Was Right: Pokemon Has Major Perfomance Issues

00:38:08 - "You'll Love it, Very Fun, Runs Like Ass"

00:48:45 - NVC MiiVerse: What Are We Playing?

01:00:11 - Seth’s GOTY

01:06:35 - Question Block & Outro

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Review Roundtable: How Does It Compare to Pokemon Legends Arceus? - NVC 638

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:45:00 +0000

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet reviews are here, and we’re joined by Polygon’s Nicole Carpenter and returning trainers Reb Valentine and Casey Defreitas to dive into all of the details about the latest generation! Here’s what we think of its tech issues, its latest gimmicks, and whether it stands out from other generations. Plus, Harvestella, the new Fire Emblem Engage trailer, Xenoblade Chronicles 3’s Game of the Year chances, and more!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:24 - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Review Roundtable!

00:37:34 - Wiibate: Do you name your Pokemon?

00:43:00 - What Else Has Our Attention? Xenoblade Chronicles 3 GOTY nomination, Harvestella, and more

01:08:06 - Question Block & Outro

Sonic Frontiers Review Discussion - NVC 637

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Sonic Frontiers is a good 3D sonic game, and we have the review and the reviewer to prove it. We're also going to dive into everyone's favorite subject: Nintendo financial numbers! Specifically, how many Nintendo Switch consoles have been sold? It's a lot. We also take your questions and just have a nice time, but first… gonna check in with the panel and see what's new.

00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase

00:09:15 - Marvel Snap Rules!

00:13:32 - Sega Genesis Mini 2 Impressions

00:20:12 - Sonic Frontiers Review Deep Dive

00:33:11 - Nintendo’s Sold How Many Switches??

00:51:19 - Question Block

01:17:13 - Outro

Does Nintendo Need Achievements? - NVC 636

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000

This week we're wondering about a few things. Like, does Nintendo need an achievement system? How about Nintendo VR? We also premiere a new segment called RAPID RANK, answer your questions in Question Block, but most of all, have fun.

00:00:00 - Intro & What We’ve Been Playing

00:31:06 - Nintendo VR When?

00:48:28 - Wiibate: Does Nintendo Need Achievements?

01:04:38 - Rapid Rank: Top 5 Sonic Friends Who Are Not Tails or Knuckles

01:14:18 - Question Block & Outro

Bayonetta 3 Reviews Are Great - NVC 635

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000

This week, Kat and Seth are joined by Mitchell Saltzman and Logan Plant to talk about Bayonetta 3 and Mitchell's shining review, where it shines and were it comes off a little dull. We also play everyone's favorite NVC game, "Wii Game or Something I Just Made Up?" plus we talk Sonic Frontiers and take your questions in Question Block. It's a real good time, is what I'm saying.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:54 - Persona 5 Royal is here!

00:20:00 - Bayonetta 3 Review Deep Dive

00:38:27 - Sonic Frontiers Preview Chat

00:48:49 - Wii Game or Something I Made Up?

01:03:12 - Question Block & Outro

We Played Pokemon Scarlet and Here Are Our Thoughts - NVC 634

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hey Super Ninfriendos! This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, Casey DeFreitas shares her hands-on impressions of Pokemon Scarlet! Dan Stapleton also joins the crew to talk about his review of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. We’re getting tons of new ports including Nier: Automata, No Man’s Sky, and Persona 5 Royal finally coming to the Nintendo Switch and we’re excited for them all! Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about Bayonetta 3.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:06 - Bayonetta Voice Actress Wants to Boycott Bayonetta 3

00:13:25 - Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope Review Talk!

00:31:13 - Casey’s Pokemon Scarlet Impressions

00:56:07 - Nintendo Switch’s Impossible Ports!

01:08:00 - Question Block & Outro

The Super Mario Movie Trailer: One Week Later - NVC 633

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000

It's been a week since the Mario Movie trailer was released, and we finally have answers to the question "What if Mario from the hit video games sounded like Chris Pratt from the hit dinosaur movies?" We reflect on this watershed moment in voice casting, as well as discuss what games caught our attention this week and answer your question block questions.

00:00:00 - Intro & What We’re Playing

00:24:56 - Super Mario Movie Trailer Impressions

00:47:50 - Bayonetta 3 is Almost Here!

00:56:50 - Question Block & Outro

NVC Special: Our Live Reactions to the Mario Movie Trailer! - NVC 632

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Oct 2022 22:30:00 +0000

Join IGN live as Nintendo reveals the first trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Movie, starring Chris Pratt and Anya Taylor-Joy. Ahead of the reveal, we’ll be discussing our hopes and dreams from the movie as well as breaking down the previously announced cast. Stick around after the trailer reveal for live reactions from us and you, the viewer.

October 2022 Is An Exciting Month for Switch Owners - NVC 631

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

October is more than just the spookiest month: it's chock-full of games for Nintendo Switch owners, too. Reb Valentine, Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and Seth Macy talk upcoming games, Kat's trip to Japan, a giant TV that appeared in Seth's basement, and an exciting new announcement from Reb about LIFE?!? Great show this week, you're going to like it.

00:00:00 - Intro & Kat’s TGS Impressions

00:10:10 - Reb’s Life Updates & What We’re Playing

00:31:59 - Mario & Rabbids: Sparks of Hope Preview Impressions

00:42:48 - Upcoming Games for October

01:07:17 - Question Block & Outro

The Wii Is Retro Now - NVC 630

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Is the Wii a vintage console? As much as the olds don't want to admit it, it certainly seems that way. We take a trip down memor-Wii lane to talk about Nintendo's interesting experiment that took the video game world by storm and went so far as to push Microsoft and Sony to come up with their own, much worse, motion-control systems.

00:00:00 - Intro & What We’re Playing

00:21:21 - Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope

00:25:37 - The Wii is Now a Retro Console

00:40:07 - The Nintendo Wii Quiz!

00:55:37 - Question Block & Outro

We React to the Nintendo Direct Our Bodies Have Been Craving - NVC 629

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (Red Rigos, Seth Macy) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0000

We got the thing, the "thing" in this case being a fall Nintendo Direct, and what a roughly 40 minutes that was, am I right? The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a real game YOU can play this May. Join Brian Altano, Brendan Graeber, Rebekah Valentine and Seth Macy as we talk Nintendo Direct, Splatoon 3, and just a whole lot of Nintendo chatter for you to enjoy.

00:00:00 - Outtakes, Intro & News!

00:02:30 - New Everything from the Nintendo Direct!

00:20:59 - Pikmin 4 is Finally Here

00:30:51 - “LoZ: Tears of the Kingdom” & Seth’s Theory

00:41:58 - Splatoon 3 Review & Outro

The Biggest Nintendo Switch Games Holiday 2022: Pokemon, Mario + Rabbids, Splatoon 3 and More - NVC 628

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

It's almost The Holiday Season, whether you want to admit it or not. Can you smell that? In the air? It's pumpkin spice mixed with Nintendo Switch's holiday line-up, which we discuss. Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Seth Macy and guest Tom Marks as we talk Pokemon, Splatoon 3, Bayonetta 3, and more, as well as answer YOUR questions in an extended Question Block.

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:12:12 - Nintendo Switch Fall and Winter 2022 Games

00:52:22 - Question Block!

01:14:00 - Play Tinykin! & Outro

Ranking the Most Important Nintendo Franchises in 2022: The Conclusion - NVC 627

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

We did it! We officially unofficially ranked every major, and even minor, Nintendo franchise into one neat and tidy tier list that is legally binding. Imran Khan joins us again, as well as Jon Cartright, to get down to business. And we also talk about TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection, answer your questions on question block, and have an all-around nice time.

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:06:14 - TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection is here!

00:30:22 - Question Block!

00:51:06 - NVC Tiermaker for Nintendo Franchises: Part 2

01:15:28 - Outro

NVC 626 - Ranking the Most Important Nintendo Franchises in 2022

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 01:30:00 +0000

With Splatoon 3 almost here, it’s time to take stock of the biggest Nintendo franchises. We use Tiermaker to build a ranking of Zelda, Mario, Fire Emblem, and more. Where do they stand? Find out! Plus, Gamescom headlines, Question Block, and more.

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:01:10 - Here are the Nintendo Headlines

00:09:30 - Gamescom Announcements

00:21:17 - Splatoon 3 and Harvestella footage

00:42:32- NVC Tiermaker for Nintendo Franchises

01:05:49 - Outro

NVC 625 - Should Nintendo Hold Its Biggest Games for the Switch's Successor?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 01:30:00 +0000

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:01:48 - More Serious Kotaku Report About Sexual Harrassment

00:12:07 - Wave Race 64

00:20:14 - Should Nintendo _____?

00:46:40 - The Time Zach Heard About the Time Miyamoto Met Kayne

00:55:44 - What We’re Playing & Outro

Splatoon 3 Adds 33.3% More Splatfest - NVC 624

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 22:30:00 +0000

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:08:10 - Splatoon 3 Direct Reactions!

00:23:21 - Super Punch Out Has a Secret 2P Mode???

00:34:03 - Question Block

00:59:34 - What We’re Playing & Outro

Can Pokemon Find Its Breath of the Wild Moment? - NVC 623

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Aug 2022 22:30:00 +0000

On this week's NVC we're diving into the latest Pokemon Presents reveals and asking, "When Will Pokemon Get its Breath of the Wild Moment?" Also, how cute is Fidough? Should Lechonk worry? And what would happen if the Nintendo Switch didn't change for another two years? Find out in our latest Kat Take! Of course, we can't forget squeezing in even more Xenoblade Chronicles 3 chat in our latest Question Block. Have at it, Super Ninfriendos!

00:00:00 - Intro & News

00:03:23 - Are Amiibo Still Cool?

00:13:16 - New Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Reveals!

00:42:12 - Nintendo Sales Report News

00:50:14 - Kat Takes

00:56:38 - Question Block

01:07:40 - What We’re Playing & Outro

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Review Roundtable: A True Top-Tier Nintendo Franchise? - NVC 622

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is here at last and we’re joined by Digital Foundry producer John Linneman, IGN contributor Travis Northup, and Axe of the Blood God co-host Nadia Oxford to break down the Nintendo Switch’s massive new RPG! Plus, we discuss Nintendo Switch’s tech in Year 5, ponder what happened to Digimon Survive, and discuss the release of Wave 2 of Mario Kart’s Booster Courses!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:57 - Mario Kart 8 Booster Pass Wave 2 is Here!

00:08:02 - Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Review Roundtable

00:37:19 - Nintendo Switch’s Tech After 5 Years

00:56:25 - Question Block!

01:06:32 - What We’ve Been Playing & Outro

Live A Live Was Worth the Wait + NSO’s Retro Gems - NVC 621

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Live A Live makes its way to us for the first time in glorious HD2D this week and Nintendo is at San Diego Comic Con (sort of). Plus, Super Mario Strikers gets a content update, but will it be enough to pull fans back to the stadium? Finally, a ton of retro game praise and discussion. Join Rebekah Valentine, Peer Schneider, Samuel Claiborn, and Casey DeFreitas this week on Nintendo Voice Chat for hands-on impressions of Live-a-Live and a deep-dive into the now especially robust Nintendo Switch Online library.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:33 - Nintendo at SDCC

00:07:33 - Live A Live Review Discussion

00:33:32 - Games We Want in HD-2D Style

00:40:16 - Super Mario Strikers Update

00:42:48 - Nintendo Switch Online’s Growing Retro Library

00:56:50 - Endling and Other Games We’re Playing

01:08:50 - Question Block

The Real Nintendo Direct Was the Friends We Made Along the Way - NVC 620

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Kirby's Dream Buffet and Bayonetta 3's release date announcement makes it seem like maybe we won't be getting a Nintendo Direct after all, and that's fine! We're all so tired. Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks and Seth Macy this week on Nintendo Voice Chat to discuss Bayonetta, Kirby, and some of that Monster Hunter Goodness. Oh, and an extended Question Block segment, where we answer YOUR questions.

00:00:00 - Intro & Bayonetta 3 Gets a Release Date!

00:15:50 - Kirby’s Dream Buffet is NOT Kirby Fall Guys

00:24:20 - Question Block? THIS Early in the Podcast?

01:05:58 - What We’ve Been Playing & Outro

E3 Is Coming Back! - NVC 619

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000

It's official: E3 2023 is a thing, a thing which is going to happen in the second week of June next year. This is tremendously exciting news, but it's so far away, so we also talk about more recent news. For example, Live A Live preview embargoes have lifted, there's rumors of a new Nintendo Direct (evergreen statement), and we talk about why the GameCube's colorful shell makes it worthy of our love.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:50 - E3 is Back!

00:21:22 - Nintendo Direct Watch 20XX

00:31:31 - Live A Live rules!!

00:43:55 - Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak also rules!

00:52:59 - Will Crisis Core rule?

00:58:33 - You know what else ruled? The Spice Orange Gamecube

01:06:46 - Games We’ve Been Playing that Rule & Outro

Nintendo Mini-Direct: What We Liked and What Was Missing - NVC 618

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Nintendo and its partners brought us some pretty generous news considering this was a "Mini-Direct." We talk about the surprises like Persona finally coming to Switch later this year, Portal and Portal 2 coming to Switch today, and we also talk about the surprising games we weren't shown during Nintendo's 25 minute June presentation.

Presented by the U.S. Army

Presented by The Terminal List

Presented by the Callisto Protocol

NVC 617 - Chronicling the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:01:19 +0000

This week, Good Vibes Gaming's Derrick Bitner joins the show to talk all things Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Plus, hear the verdict on Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes, and why we absolutely need to see a Mario Warriors game on Switch. Plus, discussions on Sonic Origins, and if we're going to get a Nintendo Direct anytime soon.

00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - Xenoblade 3 00:24:38 - Nintendo Direct Watch: Are we going to get one for Christ?? 00:33:42 - Fire Emblem: Three Hopes Does KOEI Tecmo deserve more respect? 00:40:38 - Sonic Origins Reviews 00:47:09 - Kat Take: Turn Based Combat ISN'T DEAD 00:56:20 - Reason for Loving The GameCube 00:59:19 - What We've Been Playing and Outro

NVC 616 - TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Is an Absolute Delight

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Join Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy, four radical post-teens, for this week's Nintendo Voice Chat as we talk Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, which is just the best possible game going right now. We also discuss the Fire Emblem leak, Persona coming to Switch (actually, not coming to Switch) and we learn about a game called Monkey Donkey, which is a rip-off of a Nintendo property from back in the days before Nintendo was able to stop such blatant copying. Seriously, it's the same game, but with gross colors.

NVC 615 - Where the Bleep Is the Nintendo Direct?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 11 Jun 2022 01:09:58 +0000

Nintendo is the Squidward glaring down on Sony and Xbox’s Patrick and Spongebob right now, but Kat, Reb, Alex, and Peer still have a few announcements to break down from Geoff Keighley’s Summer Games Fest. Meanwhile, Nintendo Direct rumors continue to swirl, Mario Strikers Battle League reviews are out, we’ve been playing the new Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes demo, and we take your Question Blocks in the latest Nintendo Voice Chat!

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:41 - Summer Games Fest Reactions!
00:21:40 - Is a Nintendo Direct Coming Soon?
00:44:18 - Kat Takes!
00:51:06 - Mario Strikers Review
00:58:58 - Why We Love the Nintendo Gamecube
01:03:30 - Question Block and Outro

NVC 614 - Everyone Is Thirsty for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Professors

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Jun 2022 22:57:15 +0000

If you want to be the very best, like no one ever was, then this episode is for you. Casey DeFreitas and Tom Marks return to lend us their vast Poke-knowledge as we talk about Lechonk, those new professors, the Scarlet and Violet legendaries, and the multi-player stuff they kind of glossed over in the trailer. Kat has returned from her adventures to fill us with KNOWLEDGE. There's other Nintendo stuff, too, but you mostly want to hear about Pokemon, don't you?

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:20 - Sonic Frontiers
00:11:22 - New Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Trailer!
00:35:03 - Some Monster Hunter News!
00:52:00 - Reasons We Love The Nintendo GameCube
00:56:00 - What We’re Playing
01:08:04 - Question Block & Outro

NVC 613 – When Is a Game an Homage and When Is It a Clone?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 May 2022 22:43:21 +0000

Welcome to another exciting episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, the only Nintendo podcast on Earth that we're aware of at this moment. This week Seth Macy and Peer Schneider are joined by the amazing Casey DeFreitas and Samuel Claiborn to talk about Rogue Jam's audience choice award winner, Mysplaced, and how it plays to its inspirations maybe a little too much. Is that bad thing? What games have perfected the homage and are there any notable games that have taken it too far?

00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:15 - No Man’s Sky Coming Soon!
00:14:05 - E3 Returns 2023
00:31:25 - When Does a Game Stop Being an Homage?
00:49:05 - Reasons We Love The Nintendo GameCube
00:55:24 - What We’re Playing
01:07:10 - Question Block & Outro

NVC 612 – Top Nintendo Rumors Heading Into Event Season

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 May 2022 22:11:47 +0000

We're about to hit Event Season, which used to mean E3, but we all know how that's going this year (spoiler: it isn't). What it does mean is plenty of exciting rumors and speculation about what Nintendo has up its sleeve for June and beyond. When will we get that next Nintendo Direct? Is there really a new Fire Emblem? It's all the schoolyard Nintendo gossip of your youth, but with 4 adults sitting in their houses across the country from one another.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:58 - Our Wii U and 3DS eShop Recommendations!
00:16:41 - Let's Talk About Nintendo Rumors
00:41:55 - Seth’s Soapbox
00:47:44 - Reasons We Love The Nintendo GameCube
00:55:42 - What We’re Playing
01:10:50 - Question Block & Outro

NVC 611 – Was Metroid Dread a Flop?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (Seth Macy) — Thu, 12 May 2022 19:30:00 +0000

This week we go over Nintendo's recently reported sales numbers and ask what everyone wants to know: Is Metroid Dread a big ol' flop? Well… 2.9 million copies sure seems like a success, but in the pantheon of Nintendo Switch tentpole releases, kind of a bummer. Join Kat Bailey, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy and special guest Imran Khan as we talk about all the Nintendos.

NVC 610 – 5 Things We Learned From Reggie's Book

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 May 2022 19:30:00 +0000

Reggie Fils-Aime's book Disrupting the Game is available everywhere and we learned some pretty cool stuff from it. On the flip side, Kat put together a report about what it's like to be a contractor working for Nintendo, and it isn't quite the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory we might have imagined. Join hosts Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and Seth Macy for another exciting episode of NVC.

Our Bodies Are Ready: The NVC Interview With Reggie Fils-Aimé

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 4 May 2022 01:03:08 +0000

In this very special episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, Seth Macy, Kat Bailey, and Peer Schneider sit down with Reggie Fils-Aimé, former President of Nintendo of America. We talk about his new book “Disrupting the Game: From the Bronx to the Top of Nintendo”, Reggie’s fondest memories at Nintendo, thoughts about the latest workplace news at Nintendo, and MUCH more!

NVC 609 – Is Square Enix "No Good?"

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:00:08 +0000

Balan Wonderworld was a famously bad game, but did you ever … wonder… why? Well, former director Yuji Naka took to Twitter to tell us his side of the story. We also talk about Nintendo Switch Sports and how it might get your mom and dad to play video games again. Join hosts Seth Macy, Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and special guest Mitchell Saltzman for another Nintacular episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.

00:00:00 - Intro & Housekeeping 00:01:08 - Balan Wonderworld Lawsuit 00:12:25 - Nintendo Switch Sports Review! 00:27:28 - NSO Gets 3 New (Great) Genesis Games 00:33:21 - Kirby Turns 30! 00:41:26 - Seth’s Soapbox 00:48:18 - What We’re Playing 01:03:06 - Question Block & Outro

NVC 608 – Just Give Us Game Boy Advance Games on Switch, Please

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 22:29:53 +0000

It's a pre-PAX East episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, just in time to completely gloss over the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 release date announcement. Just kidding! We're talking about it, as well as deliciously tantalizing new rumors about Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games coming to the Nintendo Switch Online service. Are the dataminers to be believed? Only time will tell.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Intro & Housekeeping
00:01:20 - Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is Coming Sooner!
00:16:35 - Rumors & GBA on the Switch
00:31:30 - GBA Games We Want on the Switch
00:40:43 - Kat Takes!
00:44:46- New Game Announcements
00:56:08 - What We’re Playing
00:57:29 - What We've Been Playing & Outro

NVC 607 – Which is Better: Link to the Past vs. Breath of the Wild?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 22:26:00 +0000

This week we talk about the best Zelda game of all time: A Link to the Past… or is it Breath of the Wild? That's kind of what we're getting at here, pitting the two against each other in a winner-take-all bloodbath. We also talk about Switch Sports and how Kat almost destroyed a TV with a powerful kick. Join Kat Bailey, Jada Griffin and Sam Claiborn for another awesome NVC.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:56 - Rogue Jam!
00:01:50 - Switch Sports
00:17:09 - Link to the Past vs. Breath of the Wild
00:46:57 - Nintendo Switch Quarterly Review
00:52:00- Bandai Namco Working on a 3D Remaster for Nintendo
00:55:42 - Preview NVC at PAX East Wii U
00:57:29 - What We've Been Playing
01:05:07 - Question Block!
01:11:38 - Outro

NVC 606 – A Mario on the Streets, Sonic in the Sheets

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 Apr 2022 22:02:12 +0000

Come on, step it up with another blazing fast episode of Nintendo Voice Chat. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 opens in theaters and we take a look back at a time when video game movies were bad and Sonic and Mario were bitter enemies. Who could forget the console wars of the 1990s, other than those of us for whom the memories of that war are too horrible to revisit (which are memories of most of the Sonic games post-Genesis).

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:37 - Sonic Talk!
00:31:45 - Nintendo Japan Quietly Added New Splatoon 3 Screenshots
00:40:12 - Out this Week
00:49:20: - Mario Golf Hitting N64 Expansion Next Week
00:51:38 - Kat Take
00:57:36 - What We've Been Playing
01:04:58 - Question Block!
01:10:51 - Outro

Nintendo Holding Its Breath… of the Wild Sequel - NVC 605

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (Red Rigos) — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 22:00:01 +0000

Tom Petty once sang "The waiting is the hardest part," and little did he know at the time he was singing about the still-unnamed Breath of the Wild sequel, officially delayed to Spring 2023. No one is even mad, Nintendo. Take your time! Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano and Seth Macy as we talk about what this delay could mean for the future of the franchise and the future of the Nintendo Switch.

Kirby Swallowed My Soul - NVC 604

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (Red Rigos) — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:30:10 +0000

Kirby and the Forgotten Land comes to Nintendo Switch tomorrow and Tom Marks is here to talk about it, his review, and why it's so damn charming. We also talk about the Ocarina of Time PC port, the arrival of folders on Nintendo Switch, and we learn all about European salted licorice. It's Nintendo Voice Chat!

Mario Kart's DLC Drop and We Want to Know: Is Link Irish? - NVC 603

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Casey DeFreitas and Jada Griffin join Kat Bailey and Seth Macy to talk about Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's first batch of DLC tracks, as well as an extended talk about Monster Hunter's June expansion, Sunbreak, some new additions to Pokemon BDSP and we actually answer more than one question block question this week.

00:00:00 - Intro & Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC chat 00:10:07 - New Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak reveals! 00:30:35 - What is Pokemon's Global Wonder Station? 00:38:27 - What We've Been Playing 00:46:05 - Question Block 00:49:13 - How to Break Into Games Journalism 01:07:45 - More Question Block & Outro

Triangle Strategy, F-Zero, Ninja Turtles -- It's a Nintendo Nostalgia Overload - NVC 602

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:28:26 +0000

What's old is new again, and this week is jam-packed with Nintendo oldies but goodies. OK, technically Triangle Strategy is a new game, but it's got a slick retro aesthetic and who doesn't like that? There's also F-Zero news for the first time in years, as well as a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles announcement by way of the Cowabunga Collection.

00:00:00 - Intro & F-Zero Chat!
00:17:50 - Triangle Strategy Impressions
00:32:28 - TMNT Cowabunga Collection is Coming
00:51:32 - Nintendo Pants Chat
00:57:23 - What We’ve Been Playing
01:10:13 - Question Block & Outro

Pokemon Gen 9 Is Exactly What No One Expected - NVC 601

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Mar 2022 23:08:54 +0000

Serebii.net's own Joe Merrick joins Casey, Kat and Seth on this Pokemon-packed panel to discuss the 9th generation reveal of Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, as well as talk about Arceus one month later, can the Steam Deck unseat the Switch (nope) and more Nintendo goodness.

00:00:00 - Intro & Pokemon Gen 9 is Here!
00:12:08 - Pokemon Legends Arceus Chat
00:29:20 - Is the Steam Deck the Nintendo Switch Killer?
00:38:58 - Triangle Strategy is Getting Great Reviews
00:44:28 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land Demo is Here!
00:48:16 - Kat Takes
00:56:54 - NVC’s Best Console Ever!
01:02:25 - What We’ve Been Playing
01:06:07 - Question Block & Outro

Did Breath of the Wild's GOAT Status Just Get Unseated by Elden Ring? - NVC 600

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 00:51:05 +0000

There's a new open-world fantasy game that has everyone buzzing but it's not a Zelda game. At all. Is Nintendo's masterpiece at risk of losing the title of "best open world game, ever" to Elden Ring? Seth is joined by Casey DeFreitas, Brian Altano and Sam Claiborn to talk about all things Nintendo on this, episode 600 of the best Nintendo podcast on Earth made by humans.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:57 - 24 Hours Remain
00:18:29 - Show and Tell
00:31:00 - Elden Ring is the Soulsborne Breath of the Wild
00:48:45 - Seth's Soapbox
00:50:19 - NVC Best Ever Console Remaining Four
00:56:30 - What We've Been Playing
01:05:49 Question Block

How to Make a Successful Nintendo Rumor Account Without Knowing Any Actual Nintendo Rumors - NVC 599

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:45:11 +0000

This week Kat and Seth are joined once again by Jon Cartwright and Jared Petty. Jon will walk us through his 'WaddleDeeKnows' rumor account experiment, while both Jon and Jared will join us to talk about the 3DS and WiiU eShop closures and what that means for game preservation (it's not good).

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:22 - Say Goodbye to the Wii U and 3DS eShops
00:22:24 - WaddleDeeKnows: The Inside Insider Scoop!
00:37:50 - Kat Take!
00:45:29 - NVC Best Ever Console Tournament Update
00:53:52 - News Updates
00:55:12 - What We've Been Playing
01:09:15 Question Block
01:12:07 Outro

You Want Mario Kart 9? We Have Mario Kart at Home - NVC 598

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 23:24:59 +0000

This week Kat, Peer and Seth are joined by Brian Altano to talk about Nintendo Direct, Mario Kart's 48 new DLC tracks, Xenoblade 3 and what we got and what we didn't get from the February 9 Nintendo Direct.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - Mario Kart Nein
00:13:00 - New Games Announced!
00:52:38 - Kat Take!
00:55:53 - NVC Best Ever Console Tournament Update
01:09:58 - Question Block
01:18:00 - Outro

When Are We Getting Another Nintendo Direct? - NVC 597

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Feb 2022 23:32:59 +0000

This week Kat, Peer and Seth are joined by Jon Cartright to talk about Nintendo's earnings report, Pokemon Arceus and when we think we'll be getting another Direct. We also have an interview with Krysta Yang and Kit Ellis, formerly of The Nintendo Minute, on what it was like working for Nintendo and what they have in store for the future.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:05 - So Where Exactly Is The Nintendo Direct?
00:09:19 - Nintendo Earnings!
00:24:04 - Krysta and Kit Interview
00:44:42 - Let's Talk Pokemon Legends Arceus
00:55:20 - Kat Take!
01:01:55 -What We've Been Playin
01:10:44 - Question Block
01:14:16 - Outro

Pokemon Legends: Arceus Is Revolutionary, but it Deserved Better - NVC 596

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat, Pokemon fans! This week, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Rebekah Valentine as they discuss IGN's thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Hear everything you need to know about the next evolution for the Pokemon series, including why we're torn on the game. Plus, an update to IGN's top 25 Switch games, why Shigeru Miyamoto hates Ocarina of Time's Navi, and more.

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:00:50 - Pokemon Legends Arceus
00:26:06 - Top 25 Nintendo Switch Game List Update
00:35:50 - Shigeru Miyamoto Hated Navi
00:41:55 - Kat Take
00:47:58 - News Rundown
00:54:15 -What We've Been Playing
01:01:30 - Question Block!

What Does Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Deal Mean For Nintendo? - NVC 595

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Kat Bailey is joined by Peer Schneider, Rebekah Valentine, and special guest Imran Khan to talk about how Xbox's huge Activision acquisition impacts Nintendo moving forward. Hear the panel discuss the potential fate of franchises like Overwatch and Crash Bandicoot on Switch, and the crazy scenario where Microsoft tried to go after Nintendo 20 years ago. Plus, some quick Nintendo sales news, Banjo-Kazooie coming to Nintendo Switch online, and a whole lot more.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:09 - Activision Blizzard impact on Nintendo
00:24:29 - Nintendo sales numbers
00:39:52 - Banjo-Kazooie on Switch
00:51:00 - News undown
00:56:04 - Kat Take
01:06:15 - What we’ve been playing
01:14:15 - Question Block
01:19:23 - Outro

The Secret-Best Games Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2022 - NVC 594

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

What are the most under-the-radar games coming to Switch in 2022? Find out on this week's NVC, where Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and special guest Dan Ryckert talk TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, Metal Slug Tactics, Triangle Strategy, and other upcoming titles they're looking forward to. Plus, the crew dives into the latest Mario Kart rumors, the new Kirby and the Forbidden Land release date news, and more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Welcoooome!
00:00:41 - Mario Kart rumors
00:08:29 - The secret best Switch games of 2022
00:36:37- Kirby release date news
00:44:48 - News rundown
00:49:07 - Kat Take
00:57:27 - Best wrestling games
01:03:54 - What we’re playing

The 5 Most Exciting Nintendo Switch Games of 2022 - NVC 593

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to 2022! This year could be a big one for Nintendo, and the NVC crew is back to preview the exciting months ahead. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Casey DeFreitas as they break down the most exciting games scheduled for Switch this year. From Pokemon Legends: Arceus, to the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, tune in to hear the panel's thoughts on 2022's lineup.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:02:10 - Pokemon Legends Arceus
00:15:21 - Splatoon 3
00:22:12 - Bayonetta 3
00:25:21 - Bayonetta’s Makeup… Evolution…?
00:30:23 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land
00:35:10 - Thoughts on Breath of the Wild 2
00:44:19 - Predictions for Nintendo in 2022
01:00:20 - What We’re Playing & Outro

The Best Games of 2021 Special Holiday Episode - NVC 592

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Happy Holidays! This week’s episode, everyone’s here! In what can only be considered the most ambitious crossover event in podcast history (maybe?), all of your favorite IGN podcast hosts have come together for a very special end of year episode talking some of the best moments of the 2021 across the Playstation, Xbox, and Nintendo gaming universes. Join Daemon Hatfield – host of IGN’s Game Scoop! podcast, Ryan McCaffrey – host of Podcast Unlocked, Jonathan Dornbush – host of Podcast Beyond, and Seth Macy – host of Nintendo Voice Chat, as we look back at the best games of 2021 as well as looking forward to 2022.

From Halo: Infinite, to Returnal, to Metroid Dread and beyond, you’ll find it here. Let’s ring in 2022 the only way we know how: talking about the best video games of the year!

Our Most-Played Switch Games of 2021 - NVC 591

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the final Nintendo Voice Chat for 2021! Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Brian Altano as they look at their most-played Switch games of 2021. Plus, a recap of the Indie World presentation, the new Analogue Pocket handheld, Breath of the Wild 2 gameplay hints, and more. We'll see you back here in 2022!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:00:55 - Tribute to NES Designer Masayuki Uemura
00:08:22 - Nintendo Indie World Recap
00:15:49 - Analogue Pocket Talk!
00:28:15 - Nintendo Switch Year In Review: Our Stats!
00:40:15 - Nintendo News Rundown
00:56:40 - Kat Take
01:05:00 - What We’ve Been Playing
01:15:10 - Question Block

The Nontendo Game Awards - NVC 590

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 11 Dec 2021 00:37:22 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Seth Macy is joined by Rebekah Valentine and Tom Marks to discuss the lack of Nintendo news at The Game Awards. It's not all doom and gloom, though, because some Switch games did show up at the big show, including Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak, Sonic Frontiers, Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course, and more.

Breath of the Wild Trailer? NVC Game Award Predictions - NVC 589

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Dec 2021 23:06:44 +0000

We're just a week away from The Game Awards, and some Super Ninfriendos are hopeful we might get a glimpse of Breath of the Wild 2 at the big show. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, and Kat Bailey this week on NVC, as the panel shares what they want to see from Nintendo at The Game Awards. Plus, discussions on the most underrated Switch games of 2021, which dormant Nintendo series should be revived next in the wake of Metroid Dread, and a whole lot more.

Timecodes:

00:00:05 - The Game Awards Wish List
00:16:14 - Most Underrated Games of 2021
00:29:04 - Kat Takes
00:38:28 - Top 100 Games: Super Metroid
00:48:29 - What Nintendo Series Should Get its “Dread”
01:01:29 - December Games
01:02:40 - What We’ve Been Playing
01:16:45 - Question Block & Outro

Grading Nintendo's Holiday Lineup - NVC 588

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Nov 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to a special Thanksgiving edition of NVC! This week, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, and Kat Bailey, as they grade Nintendo's holiday lineup, from Metroid Dread to Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. Then, it's a Mega Question Block, as the NVC crew answers a cornucopia of your questions.

00:00:00 - Rating the Switch’s Holiday Season
00:26:07 - Top Nintendo Games: Mario 3 & Super Mario World
00:37:36 - Mega Thanksgiving Question Block!

Pokémon and GTA, Which Remakes Should You Skip Entirely? (Hint: It's Not Pokemon) - NVC 587

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 23:05:57 +0000

Another new Smash Bros.-like is joining the fray, but it's not coming to Switch! Hear the panel discuss WB's MultiVersus and why it's not coming to Nintendo's platform. Plus, it's been an up and down week for remakes and remasters, and the NVC crew talks about the merits and faults of Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, as well as the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy remasters. Stick around for your questions answered on another round of Question Block!

00:00:00 - Why Isn't MultiVersus On Switch?
00:08:11 - Legend of Zelda Game & Watch Review
00:15:38 - Thoughts on Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
00:27:00 - Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Remaster Discussion
00:35:50 - Seth Takes: Transferring Saves on the Switch
00:43:41 - Top Nintendo Games: Earthbound & Pokemon Yellow
00:53:03 - News Blast: Nintendo Wii U Anniversary Chat
01:01:09 - Question Block!

Animal Crossing's DLC Is Great, But GTA on Switch... Not So Great - NVC 586

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Grand Theft Auto games are finally on Switch, but the result is less than grand. This week on NVC, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Reb Valentine as they break down the ports of the classic PS2 GTA trilogy. On a more positive note, Animal Crossing's DLC is great, and the panel shares their impressions. Plus, Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl have leaked, we may see a new direction for 3D Mario, and a whole lot more.

00:00:00 - GTA: The Trilogy Definitive Edition Chat
00:16:56 - Discussing Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl Leaks
00:27:29 - Thoughts on ACNH: Happy Home Paradise
00:42:20 - Kat Takes
00:53:52 - Top 100 Games: Final Fantasy VI
01:01:45 - News Blast
01:05:55 - What We’ve Been Playing
01:12:24 - Question Block!

We've Played the Big Animal Crossing Update - NVC 585

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Nov 2021 23:01:24 +0000

Nintendo dropped the new Animal Crossing update early, and we have impressions of the new features in New Horizons. And, with the rumor that Seth Rogen will star in a solo Donkey Kong animated film, we match other Nintendo characters with the Hollywood stars that should play them. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Michael Swaim this week on Nintendo Voice Chat.

00:00:00 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons v2.0 Chat
00:12:29 - Donkey Kong Movie & Fan Casting Nintendo Characters
00:29:25 - Shin Megami Tensei V Thoughts
00:34:39 - Top Nintendo Games: A Link to the Past
00:41:25 - Kat Takes
00:45:41 - News Blast
00:50:34 - What We’re Playing
00:57:34 - Question Block

Nintendo Online's N64 Emulation Leaves a Lot to Be Desired - NVC 584

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

It's a packed episode this week on Nintendo Voice Chat! First up, the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is out, and there's some frustration over how the N64 games run on Switch. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and our old Ninfriendo Zach Ryan as they hash it all out. Plus, hear about IGN's Mario Party Superstars review, the new Pikmin AR game, and more. Stick around to hear some spoilery thoughts on Metroid Dread.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - N64 Expansion Pack chat
00:29:25 - Is Mario Party Superstars the best Mario Party?
00:33:32 - The new Pikmin AR game
00:37:51 - Top Nintendo Games #43: Metroid Prime
00:48:25 - Why Nintendo's history deserves better
00:55:10 - Metroid Dread SPOILERCAST

Is Nintendo Cutting Updates for Its Biggest Games Too Short? - NVC 583

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! After the recent news that next month's Animal Crossing update will be the final major content drop for the game, we're wondering if Nintendo stops supporting their games too soon. Join Seth Macy, Kat Bailey, Reb Valentine, and special guest Eric Van Allen as they discuss Nintendo's DLC philosophy. Plus, it's been five years since the Switch's reveal trailer, and the panel reflects on the big unveiling.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Animal Crossing and Nintendo's DLC strategy
00:18:25 - Nintendo Switch Reveal 5th Anniversary
00:36:57 - Shin Megami Tensei V discussion
00:50:10 - What we’re playing
01:13:20 - Question Block!

Nintendo's New Online Tier Pricing Overshadows Animal Crossing's Updates - NVC 582

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0000

A ton of new content is on the way to Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including a huge DLC expansion. While the NVC crew is excited about the updates, they're less excited about the pricing news for Nintendo Switch Online that came bundled in with the announcement. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Taylor Lyles as they react to all of today's big announcements. Plus, impressions of the Pokemon Gen 4 remakes, a new segment, and more!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:02:11 - Nintendo Switch Online's wild new pricing
00:16:18 - Animal Crossing Direct!
00:27:24 - Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Preview
00:36:47 - Kat's Take
00:50:05 - Question Block & Outro

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Sora's In Smash and Metroid Dread Is Amazing - NVC 581

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Your new host Seth Macy is joined by Sam Claiborn, Kat Bailey, and Kate MacPherson to talk about a huge week for Nintendo! First up, the final Super Smash Bros. Ultimate character is Sora from Kingdom Hearts, and the panel reacts to the final trailer, and Ultimate as a whole. Then, Metroid Dread is out this week, and it's amazing! Hear all about IGN's Metroid Dread review, and how happy we are to have a new 2D Metroid after all these years. Plus, hear about the Switch OLED, which launches alongside Metroid Dread this week.

Timecodes!

00:00:02 - Intro
00:01:42 - Sora Comes to Smash
00:16:02 - Metroid Dread Review
00:29:39 - Animal Crossing Nintendo Direct
00:36:50 - What We’ve Been Playing
00:46:34 - Question Block
00:52:10 - Outro

Exploring 25 Years of Nintendo 64 History - NVC 580

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 22:04:36 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The Nintendo 64 (and IGN!) turned 25 years old this week, so we've assembled a panel of N64 superfans to talk about Nintendo's wacky 64-bit machine. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and special guest Jared Petty to hear about everything from the unforgettable controller, to the best games on the system. Plus, Hear brief updates on Monster Hunter Rise, what we're playing, and an important announcement!

Hands-On with Switch OLED and Metroid Dread - NVC Special Episode

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to a special episode of NVC! Kat Bailey got to go hands-on with the Nintendo Switch OLED model, and she joins Casey DeFreitas and Seth Macy to share impressions of the newest entry into the Switch family. Plus, Kat played the first 90 minutes of Metroid Dread, which launches alongside the Switch OLED on October 8th.

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The Mario Movie's Cast Is Bonkers and More Nintendo Direct Reactions - NVC 579

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 03:59:23 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! On this live Nintendo Direct post show, the NVC crew breaks down the craziest reveals from this week's Nintendo Direct, including the wild Mario movie cast. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they discuss Bayonetta 3's long-awaited reveal, the new 3D Kirby game, Chris Pratt, and a whole lot more.

GameCube Turns 20 and Bluetooth Comes to Switch - NVC 578

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Super Ninfriendo Seth Macy takes a spin in the hosting chair, and he's joined by Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Kat Bailey to chat all things Nintendo. After four and a half long years, Bluetooth support is finally on Switch. But is it any good? Plus, the GameCube just turned 20 years old, and the panel discusses their favorite memories with Nintendo's little purple box.

WarioWare Gets It (Kind of) Plus Nintendo's Involvement in Retro and Metroid Prime - NVC 577

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! A brand new WarioWare hits store shelves this week, and Casey DeFreitas is joined by Tom Marks, Taylor Lyles, and Rebekah Valentine to talk all about Wario's latest wacky game. Plus, hear about IGN's reviews for Life Is Strange: True Colors and Baldo: The Guardian Owls. And, a new interview is shedding light on Nintendo's involvement with Retro Studios during the development of Metroid Prime. All that and more, this week on NVC!

Check out the interview from Kiwi Talkz for even more tidbits about Metroid Prime and Retro Studios.

What's the Best 3D Sonic Game? - NVC 576

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Sonic takes center stage this week, as the panel discusses IGN's Sonic Colors Ultimate review, as well as the best 3D Sonic games in the series. Join host Casey DeFreitas, reviewer Mitchell Saltzman, Sonic superfan Logan Plant, and the wonderful Brian Altano, as they take a look at some of the Blue Blur's most divisive outings. Plus, it's the start of a new recurring segment on NVC! The Nintendo 64 turns 25 this month, so we're putting together a lineup of the games we'd want to see on a theoretical N64 Classic Edition. Plus, stick around to hear about the first new GBA game in 13 years, more impressions of No More Heroes 3, and more.

Timecodes

00:00:00 Sonic Colors Ultimate discussion
00:22:22 Big Brain Academy is back
00:29:35 Picking the N64 Classic lineup
00:41:15 More news
00:59:17 What we're playing

The SNES Turns 30! - NVC 575

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week marked the 30th anniversary of the Super Nintendo's launch, and we've got a special episode of NVC to celebrate the occasion. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Kat Bailey as they discuss their best memories with Nintendo's 16-bit powerhouse. Plus, hear the verdict on No More Heroes 3, impressions of the WarioWare demo on Switch, and more.

Will Legends: Arceus Pave the Way for Future Pokemon Games? - NVC 574

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The Pokemon Company has pulled back the curtain on Pokemon Legends: Arceus, as well as the Diamond and Pearl remakes, and the NVC crew is here to talk about all of the newly-revealed gameplay and features. Join Pokefans Casey DeFreitas, Joshua Yehl, Reb Valentine, and David Walker as they react to the next evolution for the series. Plus, Nintendo Switch games just keep selling, to the point where the Big N has set a record in Japan. All that, and more, on this week's episode of NVC!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Pokemon Legends Discussion
00:36:17 Diamond and Pearl Remakes
00:51:45 More news
01:05:12 What we've been playing

Nintendo Just Announced a Bunch of Great Looking Games - NVC 573

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 23:01:11 +0000

From the surprise release of Axiom Verge 2, to the announcement Loop Hero is coming to Switch later this year, the list of great-looking games coming to Switch is longer than ever. Join Seth Macy, Reb Valentine, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for this week's episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.

Celebrating Metroid's 35th Anniversary + Nintendo's Earnings Explained - NVC 572

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Metroid turns 35 years old in Japan, and Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Logan Plant are here to discuss their favorite games in the franchise. Plus, The Nintendo Switch just keeps on selling, and the crew breaks down the latest financial numbers. Stick around to hear Peer and Logan's thoughts on The Great Ace Attorney, and much more.

The World Ends With You and Surprise Game Updates - NVC 571

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Seth Macy and Rebekah Valentine to discuss NEO: The World Ends With You, the long-awaited sequel that's out now on Nintendo Switch. Plus, hear about new updates for New Pokemon Snap and Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Nintendo shutting down Dr. Mario World, and a whole lot more.

Skyward Sword: Dead End or a Stepping Stone? - NVC 570

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

YouTuber OJ - Player Essence joins our weekly Nintendo podcast, NVC, for a discussion of how our experiences playing Skyward Sword on Switch now differ from how we experienced it on Wii in 2011. What's changed? What hasn't? Plus, did Skyward Sword have a lasting impact on the Zelda series? How's Switch selling? What was up with Nintendo's recent rumor debunking comment? Plus, impressions of Cotton Reboot, Pokemon Unite, Boomerang X, and more.

What Does the Steam Deck Mean for Nintendo? - NVC 569

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Tom Marks, and Mitchell Saltzman to talk about Valve's new handheld gaming system, the Steam Deck, and how it compares to the Nintendo Switch. And, Tom got to go hands-on with the new Nintendo Switch OLED model, and he shares his thoughts on the new and improved screen. Plus, Skyward Sword HD launches this week, and the panel talks about impressions of Nintendo's latest HD remaster.

The Curious Case of the Switch OLED - NVC 568

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat: OLED Edition! Nintendo has finally unveiled the next member of the Nintendo Switch Family, featuring a larger, OLED screen and a redesigned dock. But, it's missing the highly-rumored 4K support that some fans were hoping for. So, what do we think? This week on NVC, join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and special guest Jools Watsham as they break down their thoughts on Nintendo's newest console. Plus, hear about our Monster Hunter Stories 2 review, some special amiibo news, and Pictooi, Jools' new game!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Let's talk Switch OLED
00:37:35 Monster Hunter Stories 2 discussion
00:53:07 Monster Hunter amiibo Sweepstakes
00:55:47 Talking Pictooi with Jools!

Do Any Switch Games Have a Chance at GOTY This Year? - NVC 567

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 Jul 2021 22:01:26 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and Tom Marks to look back on the best Switch releases throughout the first half of 2021. They also look ahead to the most highly anticipated games still to come this year! Plus, hear discussions about Star Fox 64's anniversary, Kazuya in Smash, and a whole lot more.

Mario Golf Super Rush and Doki Doki Literature Club Come to Switch - NVC 566

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Zach Ryan takes a final spin in the hosting chair. He's joined by Miranda Sanchez and Simon Cardy to talk about IGN's review of Mario Golf Super Rush. Plus, this week, the NVC panel is joined by Dan Salvato, creator of Doki Doki Literature Club, to talk about the visual novel's release on Nintendo Switch. And, final thoughts on the E3 Nintendo Direct, a quick celebration of the N64's 25th anniversary, and a whole lot more.

We love you, Zach! You'll be missed!

Our Nintendo E3 Post Show and Talking Zelda with Nintendo Treehouse

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to a special E3 edition of Nintendo Voice Chat! First, it's our live post-show reactions to the E3 2021 Nintendo Direct, including the new Breath of the Wild 2 trailer, Metroid Dread, and more! Then, stick around for our interview with Nintendo's Bill Trinen & Nate Bihldorff about time travel in Zelda and where Samus goes from here.

The Case of the Vanishing Switch Pro - NVC 564

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:16:26 +0000

It's the final show before E3! This week on NVC, guest host Kat Bailey and the rest of the NVC panel discuss the highly-rumored Switch Pro announcement that has not yet come to fruition. Plus, hear about Nintendo's recent firmware update that was abruptly pulled down, our thoughts on Game Builder Garage, and a whole lot more.

Are ROMs Ever Okay? Plus Nintendo’s E3 2021 Direct! - NVC 563:

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Jun 2021 01:00:37 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo hasn't pulled the curtain back on the highly-rumored Switch Pro, but the company did finally reveal its plans for E3 2021! Join Casey DeFreitas, Seth Macy, Logan Plant, and NVC newcomer Jada Griffin as they lay out expectations and hopes for the 40-minute Nintendo Direct that's less than two weeks away. Plus, after a recent lawsuit, the panel discusses the place ROMs hold in video games. Stick around for WarioWare, Knockout City, and Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 May 2021 01:42:48 +0000

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

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 20 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

Audio timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Mario Golf discussion
00:13:21 The Skyward Sword amiibo controversy
00:29:56 More news!
00:48:01 Games out this week
00:56:21 What we're playing
01:07:51 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 13 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! 20 years since GameCube's introduction
00:41:27 News!
00:52:00 Games out this week
00:54:58 What we're playing
01:06:30 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

New Pokemon Snap Review Discussion - NVC 558

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 22:01:15 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! New Pokemon Snap!
00:26:18 Super Mario Party's surprise update
00:39:45 More news!
00:59:45 What we're playing
01:02:58 Question Block

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 23:12:39 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! F-Zero discussion
00:32:25 The Great Ace Attorney heads west
00:39:45 More news!
01:00:00 What we're... reading!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Is the new Switch blue or purple?
00:09:30 Indie World discussion
00:32:50 Ask Iwata book
00:37:45 New New Pokemon Snap details
00:46:00 What we're playing
00:55:35 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo is back on the books for E3 2021, and Casey DeFreitas, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine are here to discuss what they think the Big N will have at the show. Plus, hear about Pac-Man 99, the best Nintendo controllers of all time, and more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Nintendo goofs from last week
00:12:40 Nintendo at E3 2021
00:37:50 Pac-Man 99
00:46:00 Animal Crossing Build-a-Bears
00:52:07 Favorite Nintendo controllers
00:56:00 What we're playing
01:06:35 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Disappointing games, and games we love
00:35:30 Monster Hunter Rise had a huge launch
00:38:55 Digital and physical games discussion
00:49:35 Games out this week
00:51:51 What we're playing

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Monster Hunter Rise discussion
00:32:00 Mario's March 31 deadline
00:42:00 More Super Nintendo Switch talk
00:51:30 Super Nintendo World!
00:53:35 Out this week
00:57:00 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 22:10:47 +0000

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

Is Apex Legends Good on Switch? - NVC 551

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Apex Legends discussion
00:09:46 Mario Day!
00:22:05 More news
00:43:10 Games out this week
00:49:18 What we're playing
01:01:13 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Happy Birthday, Switch!
00:23:30 The new Switch rumors
00:45:30 More news
00:51:04 Games out this week
00:57:52 What we're playing
01:06:06 Question Block!

Legendary Pokemon News and Bravely Default 2 - NVC 549

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 23:17:02 +0000

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

00:00:00 An Announcement!

00:00:30 Pokemon with Miranda Sanchez!

00:25:10 Bravely Default 2 Review Discussion

00:41:00 More News! Monster Hunter Rise, Pyra/Mythra presentation

00:47:00 What we’re playing: Curse of the Dead Gods

00:53:00 What we’re playing: Ghosts ‘n Goblins: Resurrection + more

01:01:00 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Nintendo Direct reactions
00:24:34 Zelda discussion
00:45:15 More news
00:48:00 What we're playing
01:04:44 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Lots of games!
00:21:00 News
00:47:27 Games out this week
00:51:40 What we're playing
01:04:21 Question Block!

Nintendo Switch Outsells the 3DS - NVC 546

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Crazy Nintendo Switch numbers
00:11:55 Nintendo's rumored Netflix projects
00:23:00 More news!
00:40:45 Games out this week
00:44:40 What we're playing
00:58:44 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey DeFreitas returns to the host seat this week, and she's joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to talk about Bowser's Fury, the new Monster Hunter Rise Switch, and more. Plus, stick around for discussion on the Nintendo 64's long-lost feature, and games the panel is playing this week.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Bowser's Fury preview
00:08:50 Mario Rabbids rumors
00:12:17 More news, including the Monster Hunter Switch!
00:35:10 The N64's long-lost feature
00:43:35 What we're playing

Is a Switch Pro Coming in 2021? - NVC 544

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

This episode marks the peaceful transfer of power from permanent temporary host Seth Macy, back to NVC host Casey DeFreitas, who we're thrilled to have back. Please, go congratulate @sethmacy on Twitter on his great run!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Our 2021 Nintendo Prediction Spectacular! - NVC 542

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Nintendo buys Next Level Games
00:05:00 Monster Hunter Rise & other news
00:27:30 2021 Nintendo Predictions!
00:48:10 Question Block!

The Big Nintendo 2021 Preview - NVC 541

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! For the final episode of 2020, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks as they look ahead to what's in store for Nintendo's 2021.

Thank you for supporting NVC in 2020! We'll see you next year! And as always, get the thing!

Looking Back On Nintendo's 2020 - NVC 540

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +0000

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

The Biggest Nintendo Surprises and Disappointments of 2020 - NVC 539

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +0000

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

Sephiroth Joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - NVC 538

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 22:12:41 +0000

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

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The Game Awards are next week, and Daemon Hatfield, Zach Ryan, Janet Garcia, and Seth Macy are here to predict what Nintendo will reveal at the big show. Plus, hear about the new Switch update, Super Nintendo World's opening date in Japan, Doom Eternal's Switch release date, and a whole lot more.

Audio Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:51 Nintendo's Game Awards reveal
00:18:49 The new Switch update
00:25:34 More news
00:37:36 Games out this week
00:41:50 What we're playing
00:51:51 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythmic Adventure Pack, $49.99
Immortals Fenyx Rising, $59.99
Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light, 12/04, $5.99
Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm and Exercise, 12/04, $49.99

We Answer Your Nintendo Questions! - NVC 536

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, join Janet Garcia, Brian Altano, Tom R. Marks, and Brendan Graeber for a super-sized edition of Question Block. We answer tons of your Nintendo questions, and some non-Nintendo questions! Will the "R." in Tom R. Marks finally be revealed? You can only find out right here on NVC.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:57 Super quick news
00:03:03 Mega Question Block!
00:48:50 Out this week
00:53:03 What we're playing
00:59:06 What we're thankful for

Judging Nintendo's Game Awards Nominees - NVC 535

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Quick Age of Calamity discussion
00:05:00 Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch Discussion
00:26:25 Nintendo at the Game Awards
00:42:50 More news
00:50:33 What we're playing
00:57:42 Question Block!

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

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

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

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:45 Nintendo Switch VS Next-Gen
00:37:07 The best Switch Black Friday deals
00:45:02 More news
00:48:52 What we're playing
00:51:00 Games out this week
00:57:25 Question Block!

Games out this week

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin - $39.99
Fuser - $59.99
Just Dance 2021 - $49.99
Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory - $59.99
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered - $39.99

When Is Metroid Prime 4 Coming Out? - NVC 533

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

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

Casey DeFreitas is on temporary leave from IGN, recovering from an injury she's been dealing with this year. We wish her the very best in her recovery, and look forward to her return! You can read her full statement on Twitter.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:35 An update from Casey
00:03:30 Metroid Prime 4 discussion
00:30:27 Nintendo's latest sales numbers
00:33:15 More news
00:49:35 What we're playing
00:57:19 Question Block!

Pikmin 3 Deluxe Review Discussion and Majora's Mask's Anniversary - NVC 532

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Pikmin 3 Deluxe, the final Partner Showcase Direct, and Majora's Mask are the highlights of this week's Nintendo Voice Chat. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and special guest O'Dell Harmon Jr. for this week's ride through the world of Nintendo. First, it's Majora's Mask's 20th anniversary, and the panel shares their favorite moments from this spooky Zelda adventure. Speaking of spooky, we discuss the first time a video game ever truly scared us. Plus, a discussion of IGN's Pikmin 3 Deluxe Review, and a look at No More Heroes, Age of Calamity, and more from the latest Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase.

Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Giveaway: One winner will receive a Nintendo Switch System, a Bakugan Switch skin, and a digital code for Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia. 10 other winners will receive Bakugan skins. This is only open to United States residents, sorry! Subscribe to Nintendo Voice Chat on YouTube and then email us at nvc@ign.com with the subject line Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Nintendo Switch Sweepstakes to enter. You have until Nov 4 at 12am PT to send us that email!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:02:17 Majora's Mask retrospective
00:11:48 The first video game that scared us
00:29:48 Pikmin 3 Deluxe review discussion
00:39:36 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase
01:00:53 Games out this week
01:03:05 What we're playing

Games out this week:

Carto - 10/27, $20
Dungreed - 10/27, $15
Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty - 10/27, $30
Pikmin 3 Deluxe - 10/30, $60
Pixel Puzzle Makeout League - 10/30, $15

Nintendo Switch's Sales Record and Fire Emblem's Surprise Localization - NVC 531

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light -- the original Fire Emblem -- is getting a surprise translated release on Nintendo Switch this December. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks as they react to the announcement. Plus, the Nintendo Switch hits a new milestone, as the best-selling console in the U.S. for 22 months in a row. Stick around for discussions on Nintendo's AR experiments, Pokemon Sword and Shield DLC, Stardew Valley's split-screen multiplayer mode, and more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:45 A new, old Fire Emblem on Switch
00:10:45 Nintendo Switch sales record
00:19:02 What's next for Nintendo AR games?
00:37:47 More news!
00:53:14 Games out this week
00:58:50 What we're playing
01:04:03 Question Block!

Games out this week:

ScourgeBringer, $16.99
Torchlight 3, $39.99
GONNER 2, $12.99
Disc Room, $15
The Red Lantern, $25

Dissecting Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Steve in Smash, and More! - NVC 530

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, we're talking all things Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit! Casey DeFreitas is out this week, but we still have a great episode for you to enjoy. Join Janet Garcia, Tom Marks, Brendan Graeber, and Mitchell Saltzman as they discuss the Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit review, Nintendo's decision to reduce the price of a single Joy-Con controller, and first impressions of Minecraft Steve in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Plus, we answer your questions on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:50 Single Joy-Con price drop in Japan
00:09:50 Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit discussion
00:32:31 Impressions of Minecraft Steve in Smash
00:47:14 Games out this week
00:47:57 What we're playing
00:53:20 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit - 10/16, $99.99
Overwatch Game Trial - 10/13-10/20, Free for NSO members
Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?! - 10/14, $19.99
Shantae: Risk’s Revenge Director’s Cut - 10/15, $9.99
Roki - 10/15, $19.99
Alpaca Ball: Allstars - 10/15, $19.99
The Jackbox Party Pack 7 - 10/15, $29.99

Does Nintendo Switch Need Better Voice Chat? - NVC 529

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, we're talking about… Nintendo Voice Chat! That's right -- this week it was confirmed that Monster Hunter Rise does not include integrated voice chat, so the NVC panel is here to discuss if this is an issue Nintendo needs to improve upon moving forward for all Switch games. Plus, hear about recent news updates for Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, and the Minecraft DLC for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:00 Updates from the Nintendo Treehouse
00:14:43 Minecraft Smash DLC details
00:22:25 Nintendo Switch voice chat discussion
00:34:05 More news!
00:44:30 Games out this week
00:50:00 What we're playing
00:56:45 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Ikenfell - 10/8, $20
Falcon Age - 10/8, $20
Filament - 10/8, $17
Ghost of a Tale - 10/8, $25
I Am Dead - 10/8, $20
Aery - Sky Castle - 10/8, $10
FIFA 21 Nintendo Switch Legacy Edition - 10/9, $50
The Survivalists - 10/9, $25

What we're playing:

Peer: Pikmin 3, Fight Crab, Kirby Fighters 2
Zach: Hades
Tom: Pikmin 3, Hades, Ikenfell, A Monster's Expedition

Minecraft Steve Breaks Into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - NVC 528

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Oct 2020 01:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo made a huge splash this week, announcing Steve from Minecraft as the next DLC fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Join Casey DeFreitas, Brendan Graeber, Janet Garcia, and Colin Stevens as they react to the news. Plus, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and Monster Hunter Rise each got hefty gameplay showcases at TGS last weekend, and the panel breaks down all the new details. Stick around for more news on the Pokemon Sword and Shield DLC, first impressions of Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, and much more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:04 Minecraft comes to Smash Bros.
00:10:51 TGS: Hyrule Warriors and Monster Hunter Rise
00:19:35 Pokemon DLC news
00:30:00 Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit impressions
00:43:16 Your responses to Nintendo's hypothetical E3
00:53:00 Games out this week

Games out this week:

Joker and Hero amiibo come out Friday!
Alwa’s Legacy - 9/29, $18
Rogue Company - 9/30, F2P
Ys Origin - 10/1, $20
Super Mario Bros. 35 - 10/1, Free for Nintendo Switch Online members
Warsaw - 10/1, $20

Monster Hunter Rise, the Nintendo Direct Mini, and Remembering the 3DS - NVC 527

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Just hours after last week's episode was recorded, Nintendo dropped a ton of news in the latest Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase. Hear Casey's reactions to Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Stories 2, plus discussion on all the other big announcements from the Direct, including why we're loving Hades on Switch. Then, Nintendo ended production on the 3DS, so to honor the end of Nintendo's beloved handheld, the panel picks their top three 3DS games.

This episode was recorded before Nintendo dropped Kirby Fighters 2 on the Switch eShop.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:20 Monster Hunter and the Nintendo Direct Mini
00:24:30 Remembering the 3DS
00:38:30 More news!
00:53:47 Games out this week
00:57:05 What we're playing
01:05:10 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Unrailed! - 9/23, $20
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition - 9/24, $30
Rivals of Aether - 9/24, $30
Going Under - 9/24, $20
Lost Ember - 9/24, $30

What we're playing:

Casey: Nexomon: Extinction
Brian: Super Mario 64, Hades
Zach: Super Mario Sunshine, Hades
Tom: Hades, Inertial Drift

Super Mario 3D All-Stars Discussion and Our Favorite Mario Games - NVC 526

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a Mario-filled episode of Nintendo Voice Chat! Super Mario 3D All-Stars releases this week, and Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Ryan McCaffrey to discuss the new collection on Switch. Plus, Super Mario's official 35th anniversary happened over the weekend, and to celebrate, the panel shares their picks for the best Super Mario game of all time. Plus, hear about the new Nintendo Switch Online games, and more.

Note: This episode was recorded before the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase that aired Thursday morning. Rest assured -- Casey is very excited about Monster Hunter!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:17 Super Mario 3D All-Stars discussion
00:22:34 Super Mario's 35th Anniversary
00:29:05 What is the best Mario game?
00:41:33 More news!
00:50:43 What we're playing
00:54:10 Question Block

Age of Calamity Is a Hyrule Warriors Sequel and a Breath of the Wild Prequel - NVC 525

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Nintendo did it again, dropping another huge surprise announcement on us this week! Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is a new Warriors game that takes place 100 years before the events of Breath of the Wild, and the NVC crew is here to share their reactions to this reveal. Plus, hear what Eiji Aonuma had to say about Breath of the Wild 2's development. Then, the panel discusses the limited availability of Super Mario 3D All-Stars, a Nintendo patent that hints at a new Joy-Con, and much more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:53 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity discussion
00:21:30 The limited release for Super Mario 3D All-Stars
00:36:29 More news!
00:43:08 (Brief) Games out this week
00:43:57 What we're playing
00:53:47 Question Block!

How the Rumored New Nintendo Switch Should Be Different - NVC 524

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This episode was recorded before the huge Mario news dropped -- for more on Nintendo's 35th anniversary plans for Super Mario, check out episode 524.5 of Nintendo Voice Chat!

On this episode of NVC, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider and Zach Ryan to talk about all of the Switch announcements from Gamescom 2020. Plus, the panel each picks something they want to change about the Switch, and they take a listen to your submissions about what you want to see Nintendo change.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Gamescom news
00:14:00 What we would change about the Switch
00:28:30 Nintendo Direct drought…
00:38:37 Games out this week
00:43:18 What we're playing
00:51:38 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Ary and the Secret of Seasons - 9/1, $40
Good Pizza, Great Pizza - 9/3, $8
Spinch - 9/3, $15
Paradise Killer - 9/4, $20
NBA 2K21 - 9/4, $60
Lair of the Clockwork God - 9/4, $20
Here be Dragons - 9/3 - $17.99

Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary Direct Reactions - NVC 524.5

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Sep 2020 19:13:22 +0000

It has finally happened! Nintendo revealed the long-rumored Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection for Nintendo Switch. Join Zach Ryan, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for some in-depth reactions to the surprise Mario Nintendo Direct. Hear about Super Mario 3D World coming to Switch, the new AR Mario Kart game, the Super Mario Bros. Battle Royale, and much more!

For even more Nintendo Voice Chat, check out this week's episode we recorded before the huge Mario news, NVC 524. That episode drops on 9/3 at 3 p.m. Pacific Time. Get the thing!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:02:20 The Mario Game & Watch
00:07:50 Super Mario 3D World is back!
00:14:20 Super Mario 35 is a battle royale
00:18:43 Mario Kart Live Home Circuit
00:25:15 Super Mario 3D All-Stars is real!

Nintendo's Second Partner Showcase and Crystal Chronicles Disappointments - NVC 523

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! In this week's audio-only episode, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, and Seth Macy dive into Nintendo's Mini Direct from this week. Then, the panel discusses yet another new Switch rumor that recently surfaced. Plus, hear about why Seth was disappointed with Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles Remastered.

We're audio-only due to Gamescom, but we'll be back to video soon!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase discussion
00:09:40 A New Switch rumor!
00:21:45 Games out this week, Crystal Chronicles discussion
00:33:45 What we're playing
00:37:45 Question Block!

The Indie World Presentation and Our Favorite Switch Sleeper Hits - NVC 522

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Janet Garcia to discuss the last week of Nintendo news. First, hear the panel's reaction to all the announcements made in the Indie World presentation this week. Then, the panel dives into a discussion about the best sleeper hits on the Nintendo Switch. Plus, hear about the Sports Story delay, more Metroid Prime 4 job openings, and more.

Note: This week's episode is audio only, but we will be back to our normal video shows soon!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:03:25 The Indie World Presentation
00:36:09 Our Switch Sleeper Hits
00:48:03 More news!
00:57:54 What we're playing
01:03:25 Question Block

Animal Crossing Sales and the Best Paper Mario Game - NVC 521

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brendan Graeber, and Terri Schwartz to discuss the last week of Nintendo news. First, the panel discusses the insane Animal Crossing sales numbers, as well as the overall profits for Nintendo so far in 2020. Then, as the Paper Mario series celebrates its 20th anniversary, the crew shares their picks for the best Paper Mario game, and listens to some of your picks for the best game in the franchise. Plus, hear about Crash 4 potentially coming to Switch, some possible amiibo reprints, and Question Block!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:02:41 Animal Crossing's crazy sales numbers
00:13:10 Picking the best Paper Mario game
00:34:28 More news!
00:40:27 Games out this week
00:44:00 What we're playing
00:56:22 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Volta-X - 8/12, $20
Faeria - 8/13, $20
Boomerang Fu - 8/13, $15
Double Kick Heroes - 8/13, $22

What we're playing:

Peer: Paper Mario: The Origami King, Picross S4
Terri: Final Fantasy IX, Paper Mario: The Origami King
Brendan: Banjo Kazooie and the Jiggies of Time, Fall Guys

Pikmin 3 Deluxe and Our Nintendo Backlogs - NVC 520

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Logan Plant to talk about Nintendo's announcement of Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Switch. The panel discusses the port's features, how the original Pikmin 3 was pulled from the Wii U eShop, and more. Then, the crew shares their Nintendo backlogs they want to get through over the next few months, and listens to some Yap responses about your own Nintendo backlogs. Plus, hear about Brian's experience building the Lego NES, the surprise Super Smash Bros. update, and more.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:23 Pikmin 3 Deluxe is coming to Switch
00:17:14 Our Nintendo backlogs
00:34:30 Cool Nintendo stuff!
00:48:03 News time!
00:57:45 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Skully - 8/4, $30
Swimsanity! - 8/6, $25
Aery - Broken Memories - 8/6, $15

Nintendo Release Gaps and the Nintendo Gigaleak - NVC 519

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brain Altano, and Zach Ryan to talk about the last week of Nintendo. First up, the crew talks about Nintendo franchises we haven't seen in a while. Did you know it's been 16 years since the last F-Zero game? Then, the panel discusses the huge Nintendo Gigaleak that has revealed a ton of new information about old Nintendo games. Plus, hear about Persona 5 Scramble finally getting confirmed for the west and Animal Crossing's save backup services. Finally, we wrap up with one of your listener questions on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:19 Nintendo franchise release gaps
00:19:28 The Nintendo Gigaleak
00:35:50 Audience Yaps
00:44:22 More news!
00:48:30 What we're playing
01:00:00 Question Block

Games out this week:

Sagrada, $14.99, Out now
They Breathe, $3.99, Out now
Heroes of Hammerwatch: Ultimate Edition, $19.99, Out now
Kingdom Rush, $9.99, Out now
Nowhere Prophet, $24.99, Out now

What we're playing:

Peer: Paper Mario, Carrion, Crysis
Brian: Carrion, Panzer Paladin
Zach: Paper Mario, Carrion, EarthBound

Our Reactions to the Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase - NVC 518

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a surprise episode of Nintendo Voice Chat! We thought we were taking this week off-- but apparently Nintendo had other plans. Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Janet Garcia to react to the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase from earlier this week. Plus, hear about the best-selling games of the year so far, another Splatfest announcement, and more. Finally, it's your listener questions answered on the Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:03:30 Mini Nintendo Direct impressions
00:16:56 The top-downloaded games in Japan
00:24:35 News time!
00:40:30 Games out this week
00:46:10 What we're playing
01:03:05 Question Block!

The Most Disappointing Nintendo Announcements - NVC 517

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Seth Macy to discuss their picks for the most disappointing Nintendo announcement. Then, the crew listens and reacts to some of your most disappointing moments that you submitted to the show! Plus, hear discussions on WayForward’s Switch announcement, the Lego NES set, and more. Finally, it’s your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:40 WayForward’s new Switch game, and our biggest Nintendo disappointments
00:18:30 Your biggest Nintendo disappointments!
00:29:29 News!
00:44:20 Games out this week
00:47:50 What we’re playing
00:58:04 Question Block!

What we’re playing:

Casey: Clubhouse Games
Peer: CrossCode
Sam: Ghost of Tsushima
Seth: Donkey Kong Country, Super Mario World

The Best Summer Nintendo Games and Paper Mario Impressions - NVC 516

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! On this episode, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Zach Ryan, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy to talk about the last week of Nintendo. First up, the panel discusses their favorite Nintendo games that remind them of summer. Then, it's a deep-dive into Zach's impressions of Paper Mario: The Origami King. Stick around to hear about The World Ends with You anime, Breath of the Wild 2, and the new Switch Online games for July. Finally, the panel tackles your listener questions on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:19 The Best Summer Games on Switch
00:13:20 Paper Mario: The Origami King discussion
00:23:51 News time!
00:34:37 Games out this week
00:46:00 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Superliminal - 7/7, $20
Catherine: Full Body - 7/7, $50
CrossCode - 7/9, $20
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2 - 7/10, $15
Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise - 7/10, $50

Min Min Impressions and Ranking the Smash DLC Characters - NVC 515

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Jul 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Zach Ryan, and special guest PlayerEssence to talk about a ton of Smash! The crew kicks off with their impressions of Min Min, the latest character to join the fight, and then the panel ranks all of the DLC characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Then, stick around to hear discussions on Nintendo's formal apology regarding Joy-Con drift, the delayed opening of Super Nintendo World in Japan, and more. Finally, hear your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:02:02 Min Min impressions and ranking the Smash DLC
00:26:56 Nintendo apologizes for Joy-Con drift
00:34:01 More news!
00:44:26 Games out this week
00:49:08 What we're playing
01:01:32 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Yes, Your Grace - 6/26 $20
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III - 6/30, $60
Biped - 7/2, $15

What we're playing:

OJ: Smash, Xenoblade
Brian: Clubhouse Games
Zach: Mr. Driller Drill Land!

Min Min Joins Smash, and Nintendo Reportedly Steps Away From Mobile - NVC 514

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brain Altano, and Tom Marks to talk about all of the Nintendo news from the last week. First, the crew shares their thoughts on Min Min from Arms joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Then, hear discussions about Nintendo stepping away from mobile games, the surprising announcement of Pokemon Unite, Apex Legends coming to Switch, and more. Finally, hear your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:26 A message from Peer
00:03:30 Min Min joins Smash!
00:15:20 Nintendo is reportedly stepping away from mobile games
00:29:30 Pokemon Unite's surprising reveal
00:35:38 More news!
00:38:30 Games out this week
00:48:15 What we're playing
00:59:05 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Spongebob Squarepants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Ninjala
Blair Witch
Star Wars Episode I: Racer
Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia
Ruiner

What we're playing:

Casey: Pokemon Cafe Mix
Peer: Summer in Mara, Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town
Brian: Jump Rope Challenge, Goblin Sword
Tom: Pokemon Cafe Mix

New Pokemon Snap Reactions and More Paper Mario Details - NVC 513

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey and the rest of the panel have a ton of Pokemon news to break down, including the reveal of New Pokemon Snap, a new mobile game about brushing your teeth, and more. Plus, Nintendo dropped an info-packed trailer for Paper Mario: The Origami King, and the NVC crew has some thoughts about all of the new details. Then, stick around to hear about Nintendo's new jump rope game, the Kingdom Hearts rhythm game, and more. Finally, hear your questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:26 Everything from the Pokemon presentation
00:25:08 New details on Paper Mario: The Origami King
00:31:10 More news!
00:39:24 Games out this week
00:42:28 What we're playing
00:48:30 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Invisible Inc. - 6/15, $20
Ruiner - 6/18, $20
Namco Museum Archives Vol 1 & 2 - 6/18, $20 each
Burnout Paradise Remastered - 6/19, $50
Railway Empire - 6/19, $40
Jump Rope Challenge - 6/15, Free
Summer in Mara - 6/16, $25
Colt Canyon - 6/16, $15
Best Friend Forever - 6/18

What we're playing:

Casey - Pokemon DLC
Tom: Persona 5 Royal
Joshua - Pokemon DLC
Logan - Clubhouse Games, Mario Kart 8

Summer of Gaming Switch Games!

And lots more!!!

Our Favorite Nintendo E3 Booths, and the Best Deals on the eShop - NVC 512

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Since there's no E3 happening this year, the NVC crew is here to take a trip down memory lane to discuss Nintendo's E3 booths from the last decade. Then, hear the best picks from the huge Switch eShop sale that's happening now. Plus, stick around to hear about more Nintendo accounts getting hacked, Zach's updated thoughts on Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, and more. Finally, it's your questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:42 Nintendo's best E3 booth from the last decade
00:15:00 The summer eShop sale!
00:24:44 More news
00:30:35 Games out this week
00:34:10 What we're playing
00:48:35 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Knight Squad, out now, $14.99
Ancestors Legacy, 6/11, $39.99
Project Warlock, 6/11, $14.99
House Flipper, 6/12, $24.99

What we're playing:

Casey: DDR
Peer: Xenoblade Chronicles, Clubhouse Games, Bioshock
Zach: Xenoblade Chronicles
Tom: Persona 5 Royal

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Pokemon DLC News and Xenoblade Chronicles Impressions - NVC 511

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC crew is joined by O'Dell Harmon Jr. to discuss the last week of Nintendo news. First, the panel reads Nintendo's response to recent events in the United States, and shares a few words of their own.

Then, the panel dives into everything shown in the recent Pokemon expansion pass trailer, including the newly-revealed Galarian Slowbro. Plus, hear about the new release date for the Crystal Chronicles remake, Animal Crossing's wedding season, what the panel thinks about Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, and more. Finally, it's your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block.

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Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:34 Nintendo and IGN's comments on recent events
00:07:12 Pokemon expansion news
00:24:45 More news!
00:30:20 Games out this week
00:38:10 Games we're playing, including Xenoblade!
00:49:49 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics - 6/5, $40
The Outer Worlds - 6/5, $60

What we're playing:

Casey: DDR
Peer: Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, The Outer Worlds
Zach: Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
O'Dell: Pokemon, Final Fantasy VII Remake

Looking Back on Five Years of Splatoon - NVC 510

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Brendan Graeber to talk about the fifth anniversary of the Splatoon franchise. The crew shares their favorite parts about Nintendo's ink-splattering franchise, and looks ahead to what the series could do next. Then, stick around for conversations about Minecraft Dungeons and Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. Plus, hear about all of the 2K games launching on Switch this week, and more. Finally, we'll wrap things up with another round of Question Block!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:15 Splatoon's 5th anniversary discussion
00:16:47 News: BlizzCon cancelled, Dead Cells update, and more
00:25:45 Games out this week
00:41:53 What we're playing
00:47:00 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Minecraft Dungeons - 5/26, $20
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - 5/29, $60
XCOM 2 Collection - 5/29, $50
BioShock: The Collection - 5/29, $50
Borderlands: Game of the Year Edition - 5/29, $30
Borderlands: The Handsome Collection - 5/29, $40
Borderlands Legendary Collection - 5/29. $50
Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling - 5/28, $25
Shantae and the Seven Sirens - 5/28, $30
Atomicrops - 5/28, $15
Turmoil - 5/28, $15

Games we're playing:

Brian: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Seth: Minecraft Dungeons
Brendan: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Maneater

New Xenoblade Chronicles and Clubhouse Games Info - NVC 509

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC crew is here to discuss new information for two upcoming Switch games. Hear new details about Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, and the panel's thoughts on the latest trailer for Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics. Before all of that, hear a discussion about if limited time events in games are fun or stressful. Finally, hear another round of your listener questions on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:00 Are limited time events in games fun or stressful?
00:16:00 More info on Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
00:21:20 More news: Clubhouse Games, and more!
00:30:50 Games out this week
00:42:34 What we're playing
00:49:52 Question Block!

Games out this week

Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix - 5/15, $39
The Wonderful 101 Remastered - 5/19, $40
Golf With Your Friends - 5/19, $20
What the Golf? - 5/21, $20
realMyst: Masterpiece Edition - 5/21, $20
Monster Prom: XXL - 5/21, $16

What we're playing:

Casey: DDR
Peer: Travel Mosaics 3, Golf With Your Friends
Zach: Indivisible
Tom: Golf With Your Friends

Why a New Paper Mario is so (Cautiously) Exciting – NVC Special

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000

The NVC crew assembles for a short, standalone episode to discuss the surprise announcement of Paper Mario: The Origami King.

Joy-Con Drift Is Still a Huge Issue - NVC 508

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Tom Marks, Seth Macy, and Janet Garcia to discuss the last week of Nintendo news. First, the crew discusses Joy-Con drift, and why it's still a huge problem three years after the Switch's launch. Then, hear the panel's thoughts on Retro's cancelled Mario and Zelda spinoffs, the new Harvest Moon game recently announced for Switch, and more. Finally, it's your listener questions answered on another installment of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:24 Joy-Con drift is still a huge problem
00:23:07 Retro's cancelled Nintendo spinoffs
00:28:06 More news!
00:33:14 Games out this week
00:38:06 What we're playing
00:48:57 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Jet Lancer - 5/12, $15
Huntdown - 5/12, $20
Super Mega Baseball 3 - 5/13, $45
Ion Fury - 5/14, $25
Dungeon of the Endless - 5/15, $16

What we're playing:

Tom: Jet Lancer, The Wonderful 101
Seth: Picross S4
Janet: Animal Crossing, Ring Fit Adventure, Picross S3, Bioshock

EA Plans to Bring More Games to Switch - NVC 507

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 May 2020 22:08:21 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC crew discusses EA's plan to release more games on the Nintendo Switch. Plus, hear about a recent fan-made Animal Crossing Direct, Nintendo reportedly postponing its June Direct, EVO's cancellation, and more. Then, after hearing what the panel has been playing this week, stick around to hear your questions answered on another installment of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:40 More EA games coming to Switch
00:14:04 The fan-made Animal Crossing Direct
00:19:40 Nintendo is reportedly delaying its June Direct
00:30:30 Games out this week
00:33:50 What we're playing
00:46:40 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Lonely Mountains: Downhill - 5/7, $20
Void Bastards - 5/7, $30
SuperMash - 5/8, $20

What we're playing:

Peer: Picross S4, Cooking Mama: Cookstar, Good Job
Brian: Moving Out, Streets of Rage 4
Tom: Animal Crossing

Time Crimes: Nintendo Is Cracking Down on Animal Crossing Exploits - NVC 506

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! First up this week, around 160,000 Nintendo Network IDs have been hacked, and Nintendo is asking users to update their passwords and enable two-step authentication on their accounts. Hear this week's panel react to that, as well as the possibility of a dual screen Nintendo Switch. Plus, Nintendo has slashed the Animal Crossing bank's interest rate, and the NVC panel is here to discuss how Nintendo is dealing with potential New Horizons exploits. Finally, we'll wrap up with another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:55 160,000 Nintendo Network IDs have been hacked
00:06:08 A rumor about a new Switch model… with two screens?
00:12:42 Nintendo is adjusting the Animal Crossing economy
00:18:54 Our rapid-fire Majora's Mask memories
00:24:39 Games out this week
00:37:07 What we're playing
00:42:00 Question Block

Games out this week:

Moving Out - 4/28, $25
Indivisible - 4/28, $30
Telling Lies - 4/28, $20
Streets of Rage 4 - 4/30, $25
Book of Demons - 4/30, $25
Levelhead - 4/30, $20
Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia Demo - 4/30

What we're playing:

Casey: Good Job
Seth: Picross S4, Tales of Vesperia, Trials of Mana
Zach: Indivisible, Streets of Rage 4, Animal Crossing
Logan: Super Mario Maker 2, Animal Crossing

The Best JRPGs on Nintendo Switch - NVC 505

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, our friend Stealth (@Stealth40k on Twitter) joins the NVC crew to discuss the best JRPGs on the Nintendo Switch. Before that discussion, hear about new updates for two of Nintendo's biggest Switch titles. Super Mario Maker 2 just got its final major content update, which includes a World Map mode, new items, enemies, and more. Plus, hear about the latest Animal Crossing: New Horizons update, which adds Nature Day, new merchants, and a new wing in the museum. Finally, we'll wrap up with another round of Question Block!

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome, Stealth!
00:00:34 Mario Maker 2's big, new update
00:06:43 The Animal Crossing Spring update
00:18:27 The best JRPGs on Nintendo Switch
00:31:25 Games out this week
00:38:32 What we're playing
00:39:56 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Trials of Mana - 4/24, $50
ITTA - 4/22, $15
Picross S4 - 4/23, $10
Sunless Sea: Zubmariner Edition - 4/23, $20
Broken Lines - 4/23, $25

What we're playing:

Casey: Nontendo!
Zach: Animal Crossing
Tom: Animal Crossing
Stealth: Animal Crossing

The New Nintendo Switch Update Is Great for Accessibility - NVC 504

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey DeFreitas is back, and she's joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy to talk about how the latest Nintendo Switch update adds some great accessibility features. Then, in the news, hear about IGN's review of Cooking Mama: Cookstar, which Nintendo character won IGN's face-off to determine the best video game character of all time, and more. Plus, another round of show and tell, what we've been playing, and another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:01:00 Nintendo Switch's new update
00:08:54 News time!
00:27:47 Show and tell
00:36:22 Games out this week
00:36:58 What we're playing
00:46:44 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Double Dragon Ⅱ: The Revenge, 4/16, $4.99
Theme Park Simulator, 4/17, $14.99

What we're playing:

Casey: Slay the Spire
Peer: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Brian: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Seth: Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition

What the Heck Is Going on With Cooking Mama? - NVC 503

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 Apr 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This time, Tom Marks is joined by Zach Ryan, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy to talk about the Nintendo news of the week. First up, the panel discusses the crazy news cycle surrounding Cooking Mama: Cookstar, including its appearance and disappearance from the Nintendo Switch eShop, early reports of bitcoin mining within the game, and a whole lot more.

Then, they move on to talk about Nintendo reducing the number of eggs you'll find in Animal Crossing: New Horizons and news about LEGO Mario's release date and pricing. After hearing about the panel's recommendations from the eShop Spring Sale, stick around to hear your questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome to the great Cooking Mama conspiracy!
00:13:35 More news! Bunny Day and Lego Super Mario
00:32:12 Our favorite eShop deals
00:36:15 Show and Tell!
00:42:14 Games out this week
00:45:44 What we're playing
00:57:24 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories - 4/7, $60
Galaxy of Pen & Paper +1 Edition - 4/8, $12.49
Tharsis - 4/11, $12

What we're playing:

Tom: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Brian: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Zach: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Seth: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Final Fantasy IX

Mega Mario News, Even More Animal Crossing, and Dogs! - NVC 502

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Apr 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Some huge Mario rumors came out this week, with multiple reports that Nintendo is planning to release most of Mario's 3D catalog, as well as a new Paper Mario game. Tune in to hear the NVC crew's thoughts on Nintendo's potential 2020 news. Then, The Outer Worlds and Minecraft Dungeons both got release dates on Switch, and the panel has some thoughts on what might happen with upcoming game releases during the COVID-19 outbreak.

After a round of at-home show-and-tell, the panel talks about their continuing experiences with Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including their first impressions of Bunny Day. Finally, hear your listener questions answered on Question Block. Plus, dogs!

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:53 Let's talk about those crazy Mario rumors
00:15:53 A couple of new release dates!
00:25:46 Show and tell!
00:33:52 How is your Animal Crossing island?
00:47:30 What we've been playing
00:54:38 Question Block!
01:05:23 Wrap up!

What we're playing:

Zach: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Brian: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Seth: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Bravely Default II Demo
Peer: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Good Job, In Other Waters

Reacting to the Nintendo Direct Mini, and Talking Animal Crossing With Bill Trinen - NVC 501

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 01:12:50 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo dropped a Mini Direct this week, and Tom Marks, Brian Altano, Zach Ryan, and Seth Macy are here to talk about all of the announcements. Hear about the latest Smash Bros. DLC tease, new footage of Bravely Default II, and much more.

Then, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Zach Ryan, and Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen to talk about their early experiences with Animal Crossing: New Horizons. All this, and more, on the latest episode of NVC.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 A quick update from Tom!
00:01:17 Welcome! Breaking down the Nintendo Direct Mini
00:35:04 Talking Animal Crossing with Nintendo's Bill Trinen

Nintendo Voice Chat Special Episode - Mega Question Block! Feat. Bill Trinen

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:20:22 +0000

Casey, Zach, Brian, Peer and Tom are here to answer YOUR questions in this special edition of NVC! Tune in to see Nintendo’s Bill Trinen answer audience submitted questions, hear who won two copies of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and have a fun afternoon chatting about Nintendo with us.

Baldo Looks Like Zelda Meets Ghibli, and We're Here For It - NVC 499

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 22:00:00 +0000

This week, host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Zach Ryan, and Peer Schneider to share some important updates and discuss their favorite indie games shown during Nintendo's Indie World Showcase (a pseudo-Nintendo Direct!) - including Baldo, The Last Campfire, Moving Out, and more.

Then, they move on to discuss some changes in GameStop, Pokemon Go, and physical game orders due to recent events, a big Square Enix sale, a wholesome Animal Crossing: New Horizons story. Finally, they chat about games out this week and what they've been playing and watching being stuck at home. Time Codes:

00:00:00 Why we’re all at home recording this ~
00:04:35 Our favorites from the Indie World Showcase
00:17:30 Square Enix eShop Sale & Trials of Mana Demo
00:22:00 How COVID-19 is Affecting GameStop, other stores, game sales
00:27:30 Pokemon Go’s recent changes to make playing easier
00:31:55 Wholesome Animal Crossing News
00:33:00 Games Out This week: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Exit the Gungeon, Doom 64, Travel Mosaics 2: Roman Holiday
00:42:00 We’re playing (and watching): Ring Fit Adventure, Last of Us, SMITE, something secret, and more.
00:54:00 Question Block!

What E3's Cancellation Means for Nintendo - NVC 498

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano and Zach Ryan to discuss what E3's cancellation means for Nintendo's 2020 plans. Then, the crew celebrates MAR10 day by discussing the new Mario Levi collection and the Lego Super Mario collaboration. Plus, hear about Reggie joining GameStop's board of directors, and more. Finally, it's your listener questions answered on another edition of Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!
00:06:26 What does E3's cancellation mean for Nintendo?
00:16:26 Happy Belated MAR10 Day!
00:28:45 Reggie teams up with GameStop
00:36:52 Games out this week
00:41:20 What we're playing
00:46:27 Question Block!

Games out this week:

Trancelation - 3/13 for $6.99

Buy it and get four games for free:

Freecell Solitaire DX
Pizza Bar Tycoon
2038 Battles
Flowlines VS

My Hero One's Justice 2 - 3/13 for $59.99

Yoga Master - 3/13 for $24.99 (Launch sale at $19.99)

Half Past Fate - 3/12 for $19.99 (Launch sale at $15.99)

What we're playing:

Casey: Murder by Numbers
Zach: Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection
Brian: Kunai

Trying to Rank Every Nintendo Console and... Failing? - NVC 497

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Mar 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Episode 500 is nearly upon us, so it's time to put in some prep work! To get ready for the big show, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan to pick the top five Nintendo systems of all time. Then, stick around for a conversation about IGN's update to the Top 25 Nintendo Switch Games list.

In the news, hear about multiplayer finally coming to Mario Kart Tour, an update on Bloodstained's promised roguelike mode, and more. Finally, it's time for your questions on yet another installment of Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:02:41 Let's rank the Nintendo consoles!

00:20:45 Updating the best Switch games list

00:29:15 News time!

00:45:35 Games out this week

00:50:57 What we're playing

00:53:35 Question Block

Games out this week:

Murder by Numbers - 3/5, $15

Ibb & Obb - 3/5, $15

Afterparty - 3/6, $20

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX - 3/6, $60

What we're playing:

Casey: Rune Factory 4 Special, Smite, Murder by Numbers

Peer: Ibb & Obb

Zach: Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection

Brian: Hollow Knight

The Nintendo Switch Is (Almost) Three Years Old - NVC 496

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to talk about all things Nintendo. First up, the Nintendo Switch is almost three years old, and the panel reflects on the system's launch, some of Nintendo's wacky experiments on Switch, and their biggest surprises and disappointments so far.

Then, in the news, hear about Platinum's recently announced project, a new Samurai Jack game headed to Switch, details from the Yacht Club Games livestream, and a whole lot more. Finally, hear another round of questions on this week's Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:02:16 Reflecting on the first three years of Nintendo Switch

00:24:00 News time! Yacht Club Games, Platinum, and more

00:31:20 Games out this week

00:42:10 What we're playing

00:51:24 Question Block!

Games out this week:

- Rune Factory 4 Special - 2/25, $40

- Samurai Shodown - 2/25, $50

- Two Point Hospital - 2/25, $40

- Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection - 2/25, $30

- Metro 2033 Redux & Metro: Last Light Redux - 2/28, $25 each

What we're playing:

Casey: Rune Factory 4 Special

Peer: Fire Emblem: Three Houses DLC, Darksiders: Genesis, Broken Lines

Brian: Voxelgram, Snack World: The Dungeon Crawl

Tom: Something he can't talk about…

Finally, NVC shirts and sweatshirts are now available at the IGN Store! Use the code nvc10 to get 10% off your purchase of NVC clothes. Multiple colors and styles are available.

Our Hype and Fears for Animal Crossing: New Horizons - NVC 495

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:07:56 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo finally delivered a ton of Animal Crossing details with this week's New Horizons Direct, and the NVC crew is here to talk about everything we learned during the presentation. Plus, hear about Untitled Goose Game's recent honors at the D.I.C.E. Awards, why fans shouldn't give up hope on Persona 5 coming to Switch, and much more. Then, the panel tackles another round of questions on Question Block.

We're celebrating NVC's 500th episode with a live show in San Francisco on March 20! Tickets are limited so grab them here while you can.

Also, NVC shirts and sweatshirts are now available at the IGN Store! Use the code nvc10 to get 10% off your purchase of NVC clothes.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! A couple quick announcements!

00:05:12 Animal Crossing Direct discussion

00:22:12 Goose Game wins big, and more from the D.I.C.E Awards

00:28:50 News time!

00:46:40 Games out this week

00:49:08 What we're playing

01:02:39 Question Block!

01:12:44 Wrap up!

Debunking Nintendo Direct and E3 Rumors - NVC 494

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! First up this week, the Nintendo UK eShop had an update on the save transfer situation in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and the NVC crew is here to give their thoughts on the matter.

Then, after Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa said next-gen won't have a significant impact on Nintendo's business, the panel discusses how Nintendo will fit in as new consoles come out later this year. Plus, hear about the Nintendo Direct drought, rumors about Nintendo's presence at E3, the best games to play with your partner, and another edition of everyone's favorite game, Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:05 Welcome!

00:00:53 Animal Crossing save data update

00:08:17 How will Nintendo fit in with next-gen consoles?

00:21:28 Nintendo Direct and E3 rumors

00:29:03 The best Valentine's Day games

00:36:02 Games out this week

00:41:55 What we're playing

00:49:50 Question Block!

The Nintendo Switch has Outsold the Xbox One and More ‘Wonderful’ News - NVC 493

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan to talk about the Nintendo Switch's new sales milestone. Then, the NVC crew discusses Shigeru Miyamoto's hopes for more Nintendo movies and Platinum's Kickstarter campaign for The Wonderful 101 remaster. Plus, hear reactions to the new Animal Crossing Switch, and more! Finally, it's time for your listener queries on Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:05 Welcome!

00:13:27 Miyamoto wants more Nintendo movies

00:24:40 The Wonderful 101 Kickstarter campaign!

00:36:11 Quick news! Saints Row, Animal Crossing Switch, and more

00:44:11 Games out this week

00:50:28 What we're playing

00:52:53 Question Block time!

Is Pokemon Home Premium Worth it? - NVC 492

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Pricing details for Pokemon Home have finally been revealed, and the NVC crew is here to discuss if the service is worth the cost. Plus, hear about Byleth officially joining the fray in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the latest on Nintendo's mobile revenue, and more. Lastly, it's time to tackle your questions on another installment of Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:00:39 Quick news time!

00:10:27 Is Pokemon Home worth it?

00:22:55 Byleth joins Smash!

00:31:30 Games out this week

00:45:34 What we're playing

00:54:25 Question Block

01:05:09 Wrap up!

Revisiting Smash Bros. and Tokyo Mirage Sessions - NVC 491

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! First up, learn about Nintendo's new patent for a Joy-Con stylus attachment for Nintendo Switch. Then, the NVC crew is playing lots of Tokyo Mirage Sessions on Switch, and some of the panel has fallen back in love with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Finally, the panel tackles your listener questions on a supersized edition of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Quick news time

00:09:55 Games out this week

00:20:51 We're playing Tokyo Mirage Sessions and Smash!

00:41:45 Mega Question Block!

01:12:50 Wrap up

Even MORE Fire Emblem in Smash? - NVC 490

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! New DLC for a handful of first-party Switch titles is on the way, and the NVC crew is here to break it all down. First, in the news, the fourth wave of Fire Emblem: Three Houses DLC is coming next month, and it adds a secret fourth house into the mix. Then, the panel discusses Byleth joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, as well as the announcement of Fighters Pass Volume 2.

Then, instead of a new retail version, Pokemon Sword and Shield is receiving DLC, as two major content updates are set to release this year. Find out what the panel thinks of Pokemon's new strategy. Finally, hear your listener questions tackled on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:05 Welcome!

00:00:35 News time!

00:08:55 Smash Ultimate DLC discussion

00:23:51 Pokemon's new content strategy

00:41:39 Games out this week

00:54:11 What we're playing

01:02:17 Question Block

01:07:45 Wrap up!

The Big Nintendo 2020 Preview - NVC 489

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a new year of Nintendo Voice Chat! To kick the year off right, the NVC crew is here to preview what Nintendo games we can expect to come out in 2020, including Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the updated version of Tokyo Mirage Sessions, and more. Plus, there's another Switch Pro rumor floating around… is this the year Nintendo releases a significant Switch upgrade? Finally, the crew discusses Starlink's insane holiday sale price on Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:05 Welcome to 2020!

00:01:09 Quick news! Is a Switch Pro on the horizon?

00:13:55 Looking at Nintendo's 2020 schedule

01:02:40 Games out this week

01:03:45 Question Block!

01:06:20 Wrap it up!

Nintendo 2019 Year in Review - NVC 488

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! First, in the news, the panel talks about Nintendo's announcements at The Game Awards, including Bravely Default 2, more Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 DLC details, and a new trailer for No More Heroes 3. Then, as 2019 comes to a close, the NVC crew is here to recap the year. Join them as they discuss the biggest releases, announcements, delays, and surprises from Nintendo's last twelve months. Finally, they answer your 2019-related listener questions on Question Block.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:01:09 - A quick news breakdown from The Game Awards and more.
00:08:34 - Discussing the biggest news and releases for the Switch (and 3DS) in 2019.
00:44:20 - Our picks for the highlights and disappointments of Nintendo's 2019, and our overall scores for the year.
00:58:22 - An end of 2019 Question Block!
01:04:48 - That’s all for 2019, folks!

The Highlights from Nintendo's Latest Indie Presentation - NVC 487

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The show kicks off this week with a discussion about IGN's Game of the Year awards, including the winner for best Switch game. Then, hear the crew's thoughts on the latest Indie World showcase from Nintendo, which gave us a look at a bunch of upcoming Switch games, including Sports Story, Axiom Verge 2, Streets of Rage 4, and much more. In the news, the panel discusses Shovel Knight's final expansion, the recent talk about MLB The Show, and more. Then, on Question Block, the panel decides if Nintendo should give Kid Icarus another shot.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome! Our Game of the Year discussion

00:11:26 Nintendo's Indie World showcase

00:25:00 News! Switch Grips, Shovel Knight, and more

00:36:28 Games out this week

00:37:45 What we've been playing

00:43:57 Question Block!

00:49:00 Wrap it up!

The Best Switch Games You May Have Missed - NVC 486

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Dec 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! It's December, and this year's release schedule is starting to calm down. So, the NVC crew is here to add even more games to your backlog with their discussion on the best hidden gems on Switch that you shouldn't miss. After that, the panel talks about Link joining Super Mario Maker 2 and the one year anniversary of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Finally, your listener questions are answered yet again on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:01:40 The best Switch games you may have missed

00:32:50 News! Link is in Mario Maker 2!

00:44:00 Games out this week

00:56:00 What we've been playing

01:01:49 Question Block… and turnips?

01:13:50 Wrap it up!

The Best Black Friday Deals and Our Favorite 2019 Games - NVC 485

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 22:09:06 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat comes to you a day early this week, as the NVC crew is preparing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Speaking of Black Friday, the panel is here to give you a rundown of the best Nintendo console, controller, and game deals of the holiday season. Then, stick around for a discussion of the best Nintendo games of 2019. Finally, hear your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:03:47 Nintendo Black Friday deals

00:17:45 Our favorite 2019 games (so far)

00:39:00 Games out this week

00:42:57 What we're playing

00:53:38 Question Block!

01:04:35 That's all, folks!

Looking Back on the amiibo Craze - NVC 484

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC crew looks back on five years of amiibo, from the days when they were nearly impossible to find, all the way up to now. Watch as Brian relives some of the moments from old episodes of Nintendo Voice Chat when amiibo frenzy was at its peak. Then in the news, learn about early Pokemon sales data, Pocket Camp's new subscription service, and more. Finally, the panel takes your listener queries on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome! Looking back on five years of amiibo

00:25:50 News time!

00:50:53 Games out this week

00:53:40 What we've been playing

01:01:48 Question Block!

01:05:50 That's all, folks!

Pokemon Sword and Shield Review Discussion - NVC 483

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Pokemon Sword and Shield launch this week, and the NVC crew is here to discuss the good and bad of the next generation of Pokemon. The panel talks about the Wild Area, new Pokemon, Max Raid Battles, some of the controversy surrounding the titles, and more. Then, they tackle your burning questions about Sword and Shield. In the news, learn about the Nintendo Switch not getting a price cut anytime soon, petting the dog in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and Shovel Knight's final content update.

Timecodes:

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:02:35 Pokemon Sword and Shield discussion

00:36:00 Pokemon Question Block

00:47:00 News!

00:56:18 What we've been playing

01:03:00 Wrap it up!

It’s Time for a Super Mega Question Block - NVC 482

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 7 Nov 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, the NVC panel is answering all of your burning Nintendo questions. Join Zach Ryan, Brian Altano, Sam Claiborn, and Jonathon Dornbush for a super-sized edition of Question Block! Before that, the crew dives into the news of the week, including Terry Bogard’s Super Smash Bros. Ultimate appearance, the huge Pokemon Sword and Shield leak, Bloodstain’s update on Switch, and more.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome!

00:01:18 Some apologies...

00:04:25 News! Terry in Smash, and more

00:22:04 What we’ve been playing

00:35:48 Super Question Block!

01:00:10 That’s all, folks!

Luigi’s Mansion 3 Spooktacular - NVC 481

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 31 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a spooky edition of NVC, IGN’s weekly Nintendo show! This time, join the crew for an in-depth discussion of Luigi’s Mansion 3, including all of the Gooigi goodness you could ever ask for. Then in the news, hear about the PlayStation 4 passing the Wii’s lifetime sales, a Halo artist joining the Metroid Prime 4 team, how Pokemon Sword and Shield won’t support cloud saves, and more. Finally, the panel tackles your questions on a Halloween-themed entry of Question Block.

Both Nintendo Live and Reggie's Cornell Lecture Were Rad - NVC 480

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey is back from Nintendo Live in Japan to talk about K.K. Slider’s appearance at the Splatoon concert, her Animal Crossing experience, and more. Then, the panel discusses this week’s news, like Suda and Swery’s strange new collaboration and Diablo 4’s potential leak. Stick around to hear stories from some NVC fans who went to Reggie Fils-Aime’s lecture at Cornell University earlier this week. Finally, the show wraps up with more of your burning questions answered on Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:04 Welcome! Casey is back from Nintendo Live!

00:17:07 News!

00:30:27 Games out this week

00:39:07 What we’ve been playing

00:58:20 Reggie’s lecture at Cornell

01:02:20 Question Block!

01:15:07 That’s all, folks!

It's Been a Super Busy Week for the Switch - NVC 479

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Tons of games came out this week, and the NVC crew is here to break down IGN's reviews of Ring Fit Adventure, Little Town Hero, and The Witcher 3 on Switch. Plus, hear about recently revealed Pokemon Gigantamax forms in Sword and Shield, a new device that can play any Game Boy game, and more. Finally, what Nintendo character would you choose to investigate a crime? Find out on another edition of Question Block.

Timecodes:

00:00:03 - Welcome!
00:01:37 - News: Fat Pikachu, the Analogue Pocket, and Sonic in a ball.
00:13:33 - We breakdown the big Switch reviews this week: Ring Fit Adventure, The Witcher 3, and Little Town Hero.
00:37:39 - So many other new games this week!
00:49:58 - What we've been playing!
00:54:13 - Question Block time! Who would be your Nintendo detective?
01:04:45 - That’s all, folks!

What Does “Next-Gen” Mean for Nintendo? - NVC 478

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +0000

With new consoles on the horizon from Sony and Microsoft, what should Nintendo’s plan be heading into 2020 and beyond? And, is next year the right time for Nintendo to release a Switch Pro? The NVC crew tackles these questions and more on this week’s episode of Nintendo Voice Chat. Plus, hear about the recent 24-hour Pokémon Sword and Shield livestream and Doom Eternal’s delay. Finally, the panel has to choose between a futuristic Zelda or a medieval Metroid on Question Block.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:01:17 - A quick correction to Sword and Shield's gym count.
00:02:30 - News: Galarian Ponyta, Doom Eternal delayed, and more!
00:15:20 - What Does “Next-Gen” Mean for Nintendo?
00:38:35 - New games out this week!
00:51:44 - What we've been playing!
01:02:30 - Question Block time! Futuristic Zelda or medieval Metroid?
01:05:41 - That’s all, folks!

Is Nintendo’s Mobile Strategy Working? - NVC 477

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! After mixed reception for Mario Kart Tour, the NVC crew sits down to discuss if Nintendo’s mobile plan needs to change. Then, stick around to hear about fresh Pokemon Sword and Shield details. Nintendo also announced a new Brain Age game alongside an official Nintendo Switch stylus! Plus, the panel discusses AlphaDream filing for bankruptcy, the Overwatch director’s recent comments about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more. Finally, hear your listener queries answered on Zach’s favorite “game,” Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:01 Welcome!

00:00:57 Peer is back from Japan!

00:03:45 Nintendo’s mobile strategy

00:19:40 New Brain Age announced

00:22:18 Pokemon Sword and Shield

00:31:16 More news!

00:46:15 Games out this week

00:50:15 What we’re playing

00:57:20 Question Block

Goose Game Delights Us - Mario Kart Tour, Not so Much - NVC 476

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 22:00:00 +0000

The Goose is finally loose! Join the NVC crew as they discuss their wild, evil adventures in Untitled Goose Game. Then, Mario Kart Tour’s payment plan is pretty suspect, and the panel has some thoughts on the subscription plan that actually costs more than Nintendo Switch Online. Plus, Pokémon master Joshua Yehl joins NVC this week for an extended chat about the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Sirfetch’d, Sword and Shield, and more. Finally, hear your listener queries answered on Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:01 Welcome!

00:02:53 Switch Lite review discussion

00:10:55 Satisfye Switch Grip

00:16:45 The Goose is loose!

00:25:33 Mario Kart Tour discussion

00:38:00 Pokémon chat!

00:49:06 Question Block

Our Link’s Awakening AND Sayonara Wild Hearts Review Discussions and More! - NVC 475

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 22:35:13 +0000

Whoo! This week’s episode is ACTION-PACKED. We’ve got review discussions for Link’s Awakening, Nintendo Switch Lite, Sayonara Wild Hearts, an interview with the founder of Larian games, the folks behind Divinity Original Sin 2, and of course, your questions answered!

Timecodes!

00:00:01 Welcome!
00:01:20 News time!
00:12:27 What we’ve been playing
00:19:20 Link’s Awakening review discussion
00:32:10 Switch Lite hands-on impressions
00:43:05 Quick Sayonara Wild Hearts talk
00:46:00 Interview about Divinity: Original Sin II
01:00:37 Question Block

What the Heck is Nintendo's Ring Fit Adventure?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Nintendo revealed its latest fitness game, Ring Fit Adventure, as well as a new peripheral… The Ring-Con! Join the NVC crew as they discuss Nintendo’s new fitness experiment. Then, stay for gameplay impressions of Link’s Awakening, which comes out next week! Plus, hear about Celeste’s farewell chapter, Pokémon Sword and Shield’s potential autosave feature, new amiibo releases, and more. Finally, the panel takes your questions on Question Block.

Timecodes!

00:00:01 Welcome!

00:05:00 Ring Fit Adventure!

00:14:07 Link’s Awakening impressions

00:27:25 New amiibo and Steel Series headset

00:32:35 News! SNES cheats, Celeste, and more

00:49:50 Out this week

00:54:25 What we’re playing

00:58:20 Question Block

SNES Games, Smash, and More From the Nintendo Direct - NVC 473

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Sep 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to NVC, IGN’s weekly Nintendo show! Nintendo dropped a ton of news in the Direct this week, and the NVC crew is here to discuss the updates and reveals. Hear a recap of all the big news, like SNES games coming to Switch Online, Overwatch’s confirmed Switch release, new updates on Smash Ultimate DLC, a surprise Xenoblade Chronicles remaster, and more. Plus, hear the panel’s thoughts on Nintendo’s release plan so far for 2020.

Timecodes!

00:00:00 Welcome! Super Nintendo games are coming to Switch!
00:11:05 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC updates
00:17:00 New games available today!
00:20:30 Games coming in 2019… Overwatch confirmed!
00:27:00 Pokemon Sword and Shield news
00:33:00 Luigi’s Mansion, Tetris 99, and more 2019 games
00:38:45 Nintendo’s 2020 plans
00:48:30 Some non-Direct news
00:51:30 Out this week
00:55:00 What we’ve been playing
01:00:50 Question Block

The Switch Lite Is Literally Pocket-Sized Without Feeling Too Small - NVC 472

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Seth Macy joins the NVC crew to discuss his hands-on time with the Switch Lite. Then, could an Amazon posting for an Overwatch-themed Switch case mean that Blizzard’s popular team shooter is heading to Switch? The panel also discusses Mario Kart Tour’s upcoming release, the classic Lion King and Aladdin remasters, new Shovel Knight details, and more! Finally, hear your burning Nintendo questions answered on Question Block.

Also, we're sorry for the connection issues with Seth!

Timecodes!

00:00:00 - Welcome!
00:01:40 - Zach and Peer’s Gamescom plane games!
00:03:09 - Seth used a Switch Lite! How’d it feel?
00:15:40 - News! Overwatch could be coming to Switch?
00:37:07 - New games out this week!
00:46:47 - What we've been playing!
00:55:55 - Question Block time!
01:02:34 - That’s all, folks!

The Witcher 3, Astral Chain, and More Impressions from Gamescom - NVC 471

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 24 Aug 2019 00:08:11 +0000

The NVC crew is at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany! We bring you the usual news this week and question block, but get right into our hands-on impressions of The Witcher 3, Astral Chain, Panzer Dragoon and a ton more. Plus, we discuss our favorite announcements from the Nintendo Indie World livestream earlier this week.

Zach also talks about meat sticks a lot and Peer teaches us about German beer.

P.S. this episode was recorded in segments to accommodate the live show at Gamescom, so if it sounds out of order, it’s because it is!

Ranking the Fire Emblem: Three Houses Characters by Datability - NVC Special!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Since Gamescom is this week, traditional NVC is postponed until Friday. But never fear! Here's an NVC Special to hold you over. Casey, Miranda, Brendan, and Just rank every Fire Emblem: Three Houses character (their adult versions) by datability while having a lovely tea party. You can't see the tea party in audio, but know that it is there.

12 SNES Dream Games We Want to See on Nintendo Switch - NVC 470

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Nintendo may be planning a wireless Super Nintendo controller for Switch… so are SNES games finally on the way to Nintendo Switch Online? The NVC crew discusses the possibility of an expanded retro library, and they share which classic Super Nintendo games they’d like to see on Switch. Then, stay to hear about Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony’s plan for loot boxes, the next Bubble Bobble, and new details on Cooking Mama: Cookstar. Plus, the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat gives a big WELCOME back to Zach Ryan!

Are These Games Honoring or Ripping-Off Breath of the Wild? - NVC 469

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Aug 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Upcoming games Genshin Impact and Decay of Logos look very similar to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild... but are they blatant rip-offs, or loving tributes? Plus, IGN's Emeka Nwosu joins Nintendo Voice Chat this week to discuss Smash Ultimate's appearance at Evo, as well as his custom fight stick. The NVC crew also breaks down the "hangry" Pokemon Sword and Shield trailer, the free trial for Mario Tennis Aces, and the release of the updated Switch model with better battery life. Finally, they tackle your questions on Question Block.

Here are some topic timecodes for your convenience:

00:00:01 - Welcome! Introducing Emeka Nwosu.
00:01:30 - Smash, EVO, and why fight sticks?
00:16:00 - Are Decay of Logos and Genshin Impact too similar to Breath of the Wild? Casey has played Decay of Logos, and the crew discusses homages vs rip-offs.
00:33:00 - Hangry Pokemon Sword and Shield News
00:41:00 - Other News! New standard Switch available now, Darksiders II for Switch announced, potential new Cooking Mama, SteamWorld Quest 2.0 Update.
00:48:00 - Out This Week - Guacamelee! One-Two Punch Collection, DC Universe Online, Pillars of Eternity: Complete Edition, Pix the Cat, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil
00:51:00 - Whatcha’ Playin? Fire Emblem: Three Houses, Picross, Tiny Metal, Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate,
01:02:00 - Question Block!

Smash Ultimate 4.0 - Is The Hero OP? - NVC 468

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 Aug 2019 22:05:25 +0000

Dragon Quest's The Hero joins the fight in Smash Bros. Ultimate! The NVC crew discusses the chaos this character brings to to the table and contemplates: Is he OP? We also cover the other Smash 4.0 update additions,Game Boy's 30th anniversary, the most popular Switch Lite pre-orders, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, EA's lack of Switch support, and more.

NVC 467 - Your Fire Emblem Three Houses Questions, Answered!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:26:51 +0000

Hey, LISTEN! ... to Nintendo Voice Chat, IGN's Nintendo podcast. This week host Casey is joined by Tom, Brian, and Brendan to discuss the Fire Emblem review (Brendan played for 155 hours. Woof.), our first play session with the mobile Pokemon Masters, and Joy-Con drift issues (that's that annoying thing where your Joy-Con analog sticks move your character when you don't want them to).

Here are some topic timecodes for your convenience:

00:00:01 - Welcome / Housekeeping
00:02:00 - Fire Emblem Three Houses review discussion and Q&A
00:21:00 - Nintendo Now Fixing Joy-Con With Drift Issues
00:34:00 - Pokemon Masters Hands-On Impressions
00:43:00 - Some News! Oninaki, Tencent/The Pokemon Company collaboration
00:47:00 - Out This Week
00:54:00 - Whatcha’ Playin?Dragon Quest Builders 2
01:01:00 - Question Block

Marvel at Our Nintendo-Related Tangents (And Ultimate Alliance Thoughts) - NVC 466

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Sam and Brendan join the Nintendo Voice Chat crew to discuss the improved Nintendo Switch, Tom's review for Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order, Splatoon 2's last splat-fest, Luigi Mansion 3's spooky release date, and much, much more. Expect many tangents about Sam's recent trip to the Kyoto, Japan Nintendo offices and more!

Our Delicious Nintendo Switch Lite and Cream Pokemon Thoughts - NVC 465

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Weeelcooomme to NVC! On this episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, Brian eats a Pokemon, and we dish out every detail we know about the Nintendo Switch Lite, along with what we think about it. Stick around for a discussion on games out this week, including Dr. Mario World, Sol Seraph, Dead in Vinland, and much more. Skip to 13:45 to skip the Pokemon talk, but we promise you won't regret listening to the first few minutes. Or maybe you will, for entirely different reasons.

Our Favorite 2019 Nintendo Switch Games So Far - NVC 464

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 3 Jul 2019 21:47:12 +0000

Half the year is gone, so the NVC cast chats about their favorite games so far, and what games yet to be released could possibly dethrone them. The Pokemon Company responded to the National Dex worries, but is it too little too late? We also go over Splatoon 2’s last Splatfest, how we appreciate Daemon X Machina’s transparent demo feedback trailer, and much more.

Bloodstained is Great, But You May Want to Wait - NVC 463

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0000

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is now out on the Nintendo Switch, but how does it run? We discuss our experiences with it on both the Switch and other consoles, and if you should wait for it to get an upgrade. We also explain why Mario Maker 2 scored a 9.5 (Amazing!), where Brian has been (Florida), how Casey's near-death experience relates to Astral Chain and The Olive Garden, and more! Including: Graveyard Keeper, Dandy Dungeon, My Friend Pedro, Muse Dash, and Slay the Spire.

Fire Emblem and More E3 Games We Missed - NVC 462

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 22:00:00 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat cast discusses the E3 games they didn't get to mention last week, which includes a deep-dive into Fire Emblem: Three Houses! Some Pokemon fans are upset about both the tree textures and lack of a National Dex in Sword and Shield, but are we missing the forest for it? Stick around to hear our thoughts on the Switch Mini rumor, the best Switch stand we’ve found, Cadence of Hyrule, and our newest obsession, Slay the Spire.

E3 2019 Nintendo Hands-On Impressions - NVC 461

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 01:14:26 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat crew recap Nintendo's biggest announcements and talk about their hands-on impressions of the games they played on the Nintendo Switch at E3 2019.

Edible Pokemon and More Fun Sword and Shield Direct Details - NVC 460

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Jun 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Yes, it’s another big week for Pokemon Sword and Shield, so we share our thoughts on everything we learned, from the Legendary Pokemon Zacian and Zamazenta, to new Pokemon like the adorable Wooloo. We’re most excited, however, by the promise of a free-roaming camera! After the Pokemon talk, we move onto June’s Nintendo Switch Online lineup, Persona Q2 and the 3DS, and talk about quitting games right before the final boss.

Pokemon (Go) Home and Sleep: Best Conference Moments - NVC 459

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 May 2019 20:28:04 +0000

NVC talks about their favorite reveals and moments from the Pokemon press conference, including that surprise Godzilla movie plug, the Detective Pikachu sequel, Pokemon Home, Sleep, and more. Things get a little serious talking about how the World Health Organization has defined gaming disorder as a behavioral addiction, but lighten back up to discuss our most wanted game collections for the Nintendo Switch.

What We Want (and Don’t Want) From Nintendo’s Biggest E3 Games - NVC 458

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 23 May 2019 22:06:39 +0000

NVC breaks down all the details from the Mario Kart Tour beta and discusses exactly what we want and DON’T want from Nintendo’s biggest E3 games, from Link’s Awakening to Fire Emblem: Three Houses.

Our Super Mario Maker 2 Hopes and Fears - NVC 457

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 16 May 2019 21:56:27 +0000

NVC talks Mario Maker 2, Saints Row the 3rd, E3, Detective Pikcahu, and that lovable horseback riding elven boy named Zelda!

Our Nintendo E3 2019 Predictions - NVC Ep. 456

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 May 2019 21:35:43 +0000

It's nearly time! E3 2019 is right around the corner so we're laying down our biggest predictions. We're also playing TWO games this week, not just one. Wow. What a time to be alive, and a Nintendo fan!

Zelda VR Almost Made Us Throw Up - NVC 455

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 May 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Nintendo recently released a financial report, and we discuss how it's looking pretty peachy for our favorite gaming company. However, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild in Labo VR is, well, not great. We compare our nauseating experience with the new way to play Zelda to Mario Odyssey's somewhat better VR modes. NVC is once again hit with our late news curse, as Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night's release date trailer launched the day after we recorded! However, we spliced in a segment from the future(tm) to make good on our transgressions. Plus, with so many video games being turned into movies and TV shows, the crew discusses which movie or show they'd want to see as a video game for this week's Question Block question.

Mortal Kombat 11 Switch Impressions and Crazy Smash Stages - NVC 454

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Tom fills in (temporarily) as host this week as we talk about SteamWorld Quest, Mortal Kombat 11 on Switch, and some of the craziest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate custom stages we’ve seen so far! We’ll also be taking look at recent news – with a message from the FUTURE! – talking about some games we’ve been playing recently, and taking YOUR questions during Question Block!

Smash Update 3.0 and Our Top Switch Games - NVC 453

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0000

This week we got two fairly substantial updates for both the Nintendo Switch system itself, and for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. We're especially excited for the ability to sort our Switch games (!), and, of course, for the arrival of Persona 5's Joker to Smash! IGN's Top 25 Nintendo Switch Games was updated this week as well, and we discuss how we made our decisions, revealing the games we booted to make room for the games we added. Lastly, we answer a doozy of a Question Block question: If you could play no video games except five current Nintendo Switch games for the rest of your life, which would you choose? Find out on this week's episode of Nintendo Voice Chat!

Nintendo Labo VR First Impressions and VR Zelda Expectations - NVC 452

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0000

The NVC crew welcomes Janet Garcia on today's show, and we've all gotten a chance to play in the VR Plaza with the Nintendo Labo: VR Kit. After going hands-on, we discuss if we're excited to play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Mario Odyssey with the newest cardboard accessory. We also discuss our first impressions of SteamWorld Quest, the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Stage Builder leak, and answer a bunch of questions for Question Block.

Let's Talk About That Persona 5 "Leak" - NVC Ep. 451

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0000

Well, looks like a few heavy hitters are listed at Best Buy as forthcoming Nintendo Switch Titles. This week Tom, Brian, and Zach breakdown some of the rumors here, talk about games we played at PAX East, and answer a BUNCH of your questions!

The Nintendo Switch Pro Needs Donkey Kong Bongo Joy-Con - NVC 450

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 21:45:00 +0000

Yes, there's another rumor about new Nintendo Switch models, and we get a little creative with our wish-lists. Expect at least three minutes of us repeating "Donkey Bongos." On this episode of NVC, we also discuss IGN's Yoshi's Crafted World review, the Labo VR trailer, if Final Fantasy VII is worth playing after all of these years, The World Next Door, Dragon Marked for Death, and more.

SteamWorld Quest Scoops and Nindies Recap - NVC 449

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 21:45:00 +0000

On this week's NVC, Brjann Sigurgeirsson of Image & Form, developer of the SteamWorld series, joins us to discuss the upcoming SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech for the Nintendo Switch. Of course, we also spend an ample amount of time weighing in on all the games announced during this week's Nintendo Direct Nindies Showcase, including Cadence of Hyrule and Cuphead, and even reveal our hands-on impressions of Katana ZERO, Creature in the Well, and much, much more.

Our Favorite Mario Memories - NVC 448

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Catch up on everything Nintendo! Peer Schneider and Brian Altano were out, so IGN's Casey DeFreitas, Zach Ryan, Tom Marks, and Samuel Claiborn reminisce for Mario Day, give early Yoshi's Crafted World impressions, and more.

Is Nintendo's 3DS Knocking on Death's Door

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 9 Mar 2019 00:16:44 +0000

It's the Switch's 2nd birthday and SO much is on it, but does that signal the death of 3DS? Plus, Nintendo wants people to spend less on their mobile games.

Dissecting Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Reveal

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Mar 2019 23:00:00 +0000

We talk Pokémon day, Reggie, Resident Evil on Switch and much, much more!

Is Zelda's Changing Art Style Good or Bad For The Series? - NVC 445

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 23:00:00 +0000

This week on IGN's Nintendo Show, we discuss the many art styles of Zelda and what that can mean for the Link's Awakening remake, the possibility of Scalebound coming to Switch, and a very special game that Tom is EXCITED ABOUT!

The Latest Nintendo Direct Made Me Cry

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 22:56:10 +0000

On this week's episode, we break down every single detail revealed in the Direct, from the new first party games unveiled (Mario Maker 2! Link's Awakening remake!)

What's 2019's Switch Mystery Game? - NVC 443

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Feb 2019 23:21:14 +0000

This week on the show, we talk about Nintendo's mystery game, when Nintendo will finally count to 9, and the latest breaking news. Apology: for all the stories that broke while we're in here.

Piranha Plant Arrives with Smash 2.0! Did it Break Your Game? - NVC 442

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Feb 2019 20:00:00 +0000

We mourn about the death of the Wii Shop Channel, finally get to chat about the big Metroid Prime 4 news, discuss Wargroove with its reviewer, and of course, take a deep dive into the Smash 2.0 update now that Piranha Plant has joined the battle... and taken a bite out of players' save files.

We ALMOST Got A Nintendo Direct This Month - NVC Ep 441

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 23:00:00 +0000

WWWEEEEEELLLLLCOME! We're back at it again. On this week's episode, Zach Ryan, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Casey DeFreitas are talking about some truly insane Nintendo Switch sales figures. Also, we're highlighting some of the awesome games we've been playing this week. Also, also we're gonna jump in and take a look at all of the games announced, released, or talked about in what we're lovingly calling the "Nintendo In-Direct".

Would You Pay More For SNES On Switch? - NVC EP 440

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 23:00:00 +0000

Weeeeeelcooooome to Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 440!

On this week's show, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, Zachary Ryan, and Max Scoville talk about the potential of Super Nintendo games being added to Nintendo's NES Online app as well as their overall online service charge. Long story short, an alleged data mine on Switch points to the possibilities of SNES games coming to Nintendo's wildly successful console/handheld hybrid.

Will Nintendo Stop Making Consoles? - NVC Ep 439

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 22:31:53 +0000

Today on our show: Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something a little scary -- like the president of Nintendo saying Nintendo may not be a console-driven biz in the future. Also, Dragon’s Dogma is coming to Switch and Mario U is back!

The Big Nintendo Switch 2019 Preview - NVC Ep 438

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Jan 2019 23:00:00 +0000

WWWWEEEEEEELLLLLLCOME! It's 2019, folks. That means a whole new year of brand new games for Nintendo Switch. We're getting back into the swing of things by running down the biggest (and hopefully best) 2019 Switch games and giving them a rating based on our excitement level. What a fun game! This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, and Casey DeFreitas.

Nintendo's 2018 Year in Review - NVC Ep. 437

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 23:00:00 +0000

2017 was definitely the year of the Switch, but does 2018 even hold a candle? We recap the biggest and best games and news from 2018 and grade the Switch's second year. Today's panel: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and newcomer Alex Osborn!

The Best and Worst of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - NVC Ep. 436

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:00:00 +0000

WWWWWWWWEEEEEELLLLLLLLLCOME! We're taking a look back at The Game Awards and all the major announcements that came out of it. But let's be honest, we're mostly talking about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Now we've all gotten quite a bit of hands on time with the monster of a game, and we are LOVING it! We talk about the good, the bad (what little there is of it), and of course all those freakin' characters! This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Casey DeFreitas

Why Smash Bros. Ultimate Is Amazing - NVC Ep 435

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 8 Dec 2018 20:17:45 +0000

WEEEEEEELLLLLLLLCOOOOOMME! Great news everyone, IT'S TIME FOR SMASH. That's right, all of your favorites in one game, just pummeling each other. We're dedicating the back half of the show to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, but up front, we'll tell you about GRIS, Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom and a few others. This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Brian Altano.

Pokémon Let's Go!, Detective Pikachu, and Zelda Rumors! - NVC Ep. 434

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 23:00:00 +0000

WWWWEEEEELLLLLCOME! This week, it's back to our regularly scheduled programming with all the Nintendo news you wanna put in your ear holes and eyes knobs. Yes, we're talking about Nintendo's big time Thanksgiving sales numbers (spoilers: they made A LOT of money). We're also debunking all those Skyward Sword rumors and rebuttals, and of course... IT'S TIME FOR POKÉMON! This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Miranda Sanchez, and Casey DeFreitas.

Why Ocarina of Time is Still a Masterpiece 20 Years Later - NVC Ep. 433

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 23:44:16 +0000

Ocarina of Time turns 20 this month and remains one of the most important games ever made and in this episode of NVC, we take a look back at what and who made the game so special.

Our Predictions for the Next Legend of Zelda Game - NVC Ep 432

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Nov 2018 23:00:00 +0000

WEEEEEELLLLCOME! What a silly episode we have for you this week as we discuss all that Yoshi's Crafted World footage from last week's direct, plus we finally get some updates about that Mario movie. But, most importantly: what's up with these Zelda rumors? We break down what the rumors might mean, and kick around some ideas for a Breath of the Wild follow up. This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tina Amini.

November Nintendo Direct: We Break Down All the Smash Brothers Ultimate News - NVC Ep 431

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Nov 2018 22:00:00 +0000

WEEEEELLLLLLLCOME! Apologies for the tardiness here gang, but whew, that one heck of a Nintendo Direct, huh? We saw a few new characters, an entirely new system with Spirits, and got a metric ton of updates for what is sure to be Nintendo's biggest game this holiday season. We're devoting a solid portion of the show to breaking down news from the Direct, but we're also talking a bit about Diablo III, Pokemon Let's Go, and a couple of older games that are getting some Switch love this week. This week's cast: Zachary Ryan, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and the triumphant return of Casey DeFreitas!

What’s Up With That Potential Smash Bros. Ultimate Leak?! - NVC Ep 430

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Daemon Hatfield and Andrew Goldfarb joins us for your favorite pocket monster segment, Nintendo Labo in the classroom, and we get salty about our Top 25 Switch Games list. Plus, we pick apart all the Smash Bros. rumors.

Is Starlink The Star Fox Game We've Wanted for Years? - NVC Ep 429

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Craig Harris returns to talk Starlink and the best GBA Games of all time, plus Zarvot and Save Me Mr. Tako!

Who’s Ready For Nintendo Switch 2.0? - NVC Ep 428

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 13 Oct 2018 15:30:07 +0000

We're (finally) talking Switch 2.0, Tricky Towers, Guacamelee, Assassin's Creed and so much more. Plus, a very important update at Peer's behest!

Mega Man 11, Super Mario Party and a Trip Down Pokemon Lane - NVC Ep 427

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Oct 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Sam is back! And he's bringing us too scoops (!!) of review goodness. We'll talk about Mega Man 11, Super Mario Party and celebrate an important Pokemon milestone!

Our Nintendo Switch Re-Review, Bowsette, and Much More! - NVC Ep. 426

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Can you believe it? Another episode of NVC! We've got Tom Marks giving us the low down on his switch re-review, Casey has some hot scoops, and Brian and Zach are... also in the episode! For real though, this episode is PACKED. A lot of news, some that is super important, and some that is just plain dumb. Also, Casey expounds on her love of dragons. This is our last live episode for a while, next week we'll be returning to a VOD format, thanks for hanging with us the last few months as we tested out this new format. Enjoy this week's episode!

Nintendo Switch Online, Valkyria Chronicles 4, Dark Souls Stress Test - NVC Ep 425

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 20:58:02 +0000

Nintendo Switch Online is finally real and out there in the world, so we're giving you our first impressions. Does a small library of NES Games justify your hard earned cash? Probably not, but there's a bunch of other features that might! Plus, we'll tell all about Valkyria Chronicles 4, The Gardens Between, Surgeon Simulator, Capcom Beat Em Up, and Reigns.

All the News From the September Nintendo Direct - NVC Ep 424

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:00:00 +0000

The NVC crew breaks down all the news, announcements and info from Nintendo's September 2018 Direct!

What Will Nintendo Reveal in the Upcoming 35-Minute Direct? - NVC 423

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 7 Sep 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Here's what we believe -- and hope -- Nintendo will show in their forthcoming September Direct.

Loads of New Switch Games, Nindies, and More! - NVC Ep 422

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 19:43:19 +0000

Casey, Miranda, Peer, and Brian discuss Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, the Pokemon World Championships, the latest news (including Nintendo's new mobile game, Dragalia Lost), and new games like The Messenger, Little Dragon's Cafe, and Into The Breach.

We Played Super Mario Party and More at Gamescom 2018! - NVC 421

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 22:00:00 +0000

We’re LIVE from Gamescom 2018, and we’ve played a bunch of new games on Switch. In this “very special” episode, we’ll tell you about all of em!

Blizzard's Clever Diablo III Trick, Nintendo's Crazy Sales Numbers & More - NVC Ep 420

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 22:00:00 +0000

This week, it's all things fire and brimstone with news about Diablo III, Doom Eternal, and Dark Souls Remastered on the Switch! Plus, we'll talk about Nintendo's amazing sales numbers and answer your questions. Jump on in! It's time for Nintendo Voice Chat!

Our Reaction to Super Smash Bros. Nintendo Direct - NVC Ep 419

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Zach, Brian, Casey, Brendan and Brandin talk Smash Brothers, Dead Cells, the return of the Question block and much more!

Nintendo Switch Sells Big, Salt & Sanctuary, Sleep Tight Dev Interview, & Much More! - NVC Ep 418

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 3 Aug 2018 19:00:00 +0000

This week, the NVC tackles the latest Switch releases, Nintendo's big NPD numbers, NES becomes the best selling console in June, a special interview the developers of Sleep Tight, and much more!

Nintendo Issuing Lawsuits, The Pokemon Controversy, Blade Strangers, GameCube Switch Controllers, and More! - NVC Ep 417

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Jul 2018 19:00:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew discusses Nintendo's initiative to take down emulator websites, Pokemon director Junichi Masuda's controversial quote on catching Pokemon, and much more!

Smash Bros Creator On Leaks & Hype, Octopath Traveler, Metroid Movie Concept, and more! - NVC Ep 416

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 Jul 2018 19:00:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew discusses Octopath Traveler's booming sales numbers, Sakurai’s Famitsu column, Kong: Skull Island director Jordan Vogt-Roberts take on a Metroid movie, Bomb Chicken, Pool Panic, and much more!

Nintendo Switch Online, Fortnite Season 5, Firmware 6.0, Octopath Traveler, and More! - NVC Ep. 415

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 17:48:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Nintendo's initiative on cross-play, Warframe for Switch, a possible launch lineup for Nintendo Switch Online, Fortnite Season 5 update, Octopath Traveler, Captain Toad, and much more!

Nintendo Talks Legacy Content For Switch, New amiibo, Next 3DS, Labo Laser Tag, and More! - NVC Ep 414

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Jul 2018 18:41:50 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Nintendo’s latest comments regarding how users will be able to access legacy content on Switch, a possible successor to the Nintendo 3DS, Gearbox Software’s new Switch game, Nintendo Labo laser tag, and much more!

New Smash Bros Ultimate Details, Capcom on Bringing More Cloud Games to Switch, Wolfenstein 2, and more! - NVC Ep. 413

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 19:21:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Sakurai's new Famitsu interview where he discusses new details about Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Capcom on bringing more cloud-based games to Switch, the Mario + Rabbids DLC, Fortnite on Switch, and more!

Nintendo Direct E3 2018 Review, Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Tennis Aces, Octo Expansion - NVC Ep. 412

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:15:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew reviews Nintendo's E3 2018 Direct, talks Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Tennis Aces, Splatoon 2's Octo Expansion, and much more!

Big E3 Leaks Ahead of Nintendo Direct, Fortnite for Switch, Paladins Announced, & more! - NVC Ep. 411

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Jun 2018 00:42:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew discusses all the big E3 leaks ahead of the big show, the recent Paladins announcement for Switch, a new game from the Director of Mother 3, the possibility of Gamecube controllers making a comeback, Mario Tennis Aces Tournament demo impressions, and much more!

Pokemon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee!, Nicalis Talks Crystal Crisis, and more! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 410

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Jun 2018 01:48:48 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on the newly announced Pokemon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Pokemon Let's Go, Eevee!, as well as the surprise release of Pokemon Quest. Also, Nicalis CEO Tyrone Rodriguez joins the panel to show off some brand new games and bring some insight as to what the company has been working on for Switch!

N64 Classic Rumors, New Switch Bundle, Resident Evil 7, Mario + Rabbids DLC - Nintndo Voice Chat Ep. 409

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 May 2018 19:20:16 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Resident Evil 7 Cloud Version for Switch, the rumored N64 Classic, Nintendo's dockless Switch bundle for Japan, Mario + Rabbids DLC, and much more!

Pokemon Switch Leaks, Rumored Star Fox Spin-Off From Retro, Nintendo's E3 Presence, & More - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 408

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 May 2018 18:54:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on the recent Pokémon Switch Leaks, the heavily rumored Star Fox spin-off supposedly coming from Retro Studios, Nintendo's E3 2018 presence, and much more!

Nintendo Switch Online, Future of Virtual Console, Alleged E3 Leaks, and more! - NVC Ep. 407

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 May 2018 20:49:00 +0000

This week, the NVC crew shares their thoughts on Nintendo Switch Online and what it could mean for the future of Virtual Console!

Top Switch Games We Want Nintendo to Announce at E3 2018, The Future of The 3DS & more! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep 406

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 May 2018 20:43:00 +0000

Weeelcooome to episode 406 of our weekly Nintendo show and podcast, Nintendo Voice Chat. This week, the NVC crew welcomes IGN's newest Host/Producer, Sydnee Goodman! Later, the gang shares their picks for the game they want to see announced for Switch at E3 2018, and much more!

Our E3 2018 Predictions, Nintendo Switch Hack, Labo Review Discussion, and more! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 405

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 22:08:12 +0000

Weeelcooome to episode 405 of our weekly Nintendo show and podcast, Nintendo Voice Chat. This week, the NVC crew shares their big E3 2018 predictions!

Nintendo Labo Impressions, Pokemon, New Hardware Rumors, Sega AGES on Switch, and more! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep 404

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 Apr 2018 17:35:00 +0000

Weeelcooome to episode 404 of our weekly Nintendo show and podcast, Nintendo Voice Chat. This week, the NVC crew finally gets their hands on Nintendo Labo!

Dark Souls Remastered & Wolfenstein II Impressions, Unannounced Switch Games, and More! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep 403

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 05:37:00 +0000

This week Marty Sliva and Alanah Pearce join the panel to share his hands-on impressions with Dark Souls Remastered and Wolfenstein II, Filip lays down the latest on Bethesda’s Plans For Future Support On The Switch, Lily shares a special message for her final episode, and much more!

Pokemon Switch Leak, Dark Souls Remastered Details, Nintendo's Bezel Engine, and more - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 402

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Apr 2018 19:10:00 +0000

This week, Filip, Peer, Brian, and Zach discuss the newly released info on Dark Souls Remastered, the alleged Pokemon for Switch Screenshot leak, the Nintendo Bezel engine, and much more!

NVC Special Announcement - Nintendo Voice Chat LIVE Exclusively on IGN.com Thursday at 3 PM PT/6 PM ET!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 4 Apr 2018 18:10:00 +0000

Hey! Listen! We’ll be live streaming NVC this Thursday exclusively on ign.com! Join us this Thursday at 3:00 PM PT as we discuss the latest Nintendo releases & chat with the community LIVE! And don’t worry, you can still catch the full episode on Friday as usual.

Third-Party Nintendo Switch Docks Are Bricking Consoles - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 401

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:00:00 +0000

This week, Miranda Sanchez joins the panel to chat about her review for Detective Pikachu, the gang discusses the many growing concerns with using third-party Nintendo Switch docks, a possible return for Wario Land, and more!

The Best Switch Game From Nintendo's 2018 Spring Nindies Showcase - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 400

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 18:32:00 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo show tackles the latest releases, Nintendo's 2018 Spring Nindies Showcase, SteamWorld Dig 2's massive success on Switch, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker anniversary and more!

Super Smash Bros for Switch Could Be Much Bigger Than We Think - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 399

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 21:18:00 +0000

This week, the panel gets together to discuss the latest Smash Bros rumors, Kirby Star Allies on Switch, six little things you may not know about Nintendo Labo, the possibility of Fortnite on Switch, and more!

Nintendo Direct Impressions - NVC Ep. 398

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Mar 2018 14:30:00 +0000

This week, Lily Zaldivar joins the panel to discuss Super Smash Bros. for Switch, Splatoon 2 DLC, Super Smash Bros, Dark Souls, Super Smash Bros, and all the big announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct. Oh, and Super Smash Bros!

The Nintendo Switch One Year Anniversary Special! - Nintendo Voice Chat

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 3 Mar 2018 14:00:00 +0000

Weeelcooome to a very special episode of Nintendo Voice Chat! Today, we celebrate the one year anniversary of our favorite little hybrid console, the Nintendo Switch! Join Filip, Peer, Brian, and Zach as they take a look back at the very first year of Switch: The good, the bad, and everything in between!

Mario Odyssey's Hidden Costumes, Nintendo User Reviews, Games as a Service, and more! - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 397

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Mar 2018 18:06:00 +0000

This week, Jared Petty and Lily Zaldivar join the panel to discuss the new costumes discovered in Mario Odyssey's update files, Outlast's surprise releases on Switch, Mulaka, Bridge Constructor Portal, Nintendo games as a service, and more!

Mario Odyssey's Balloon World Update, Payday 2 for Switch, Zelda Sales, and New Sonic Movie Details - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 396

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 17:49:00 +0000

This week, Lily Zaldivar and Miranda Sanches join the panel to discuss the new Super Mario Odyssey's Balloon World Update, Zelda sales in Japan, Payday 2 for Switch, and more!

Bayonetta 2 and Fe Review Discussion, Switch Cloud Saves, and the Super NT - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 395

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:39:00 +0000

This week, Lily Zaldivar joins the panel to discuss the new Splatoon 2 amiibo and Starter Pack, as well as Miyamoto's recent comments on the upcoming Illumination Entertainment Mario movie. For the second half, Tom Marks and Sam Claiborn join the panel as the gang discusses Bayonetta 2, Fe, and the Analogue Super NT.

Is Bandai Namco Developing Metroid Prime 4 for Switch? - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 394

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Feb 2018 19:17:00 +0000

This week, Filip returns from his adventures in New York City to share his hands-on impressions with Nintendo Labo! Also, Miranda Sanchez joins the panel to discuss what Nintendo and Activision need to do in order to make a good Call of Duty game for Switch. Finally, Jonathan Dornbbush joins the gang to discusses the latest Switch releases and NVC's pick of the week!

We React to all the new Switch Announcements - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 393

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Feb 2018 23:57:58 +0000

Weeelcooome to episode 393 of our weekly Nintendo show and podcast, Nintendo Voice Chat. Filip's gone missing (something about playing with cardboard), but that doesn't stop Peer, Chloi, Brian, Zach, and Lily to talk about the biggest Nintendo news, including the new Mario movie and Mario Kart mobile announcements, and Nintendo's 2017 performance and sales records. In the second part of the show, Chloi joins to chat about new Switch releases, including why you shouldn't miss Night in the Woods.

Why We Gave Celeste a 10 - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 392

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 23:45:41 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo show discusses the latest Switch releases and shares their thoughts on Nintendo's latest announcement.

What is Nintendo Planning with Labo? - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 391

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 20:19:00 +0000

This week, Filip, Peer, Brian, and Zach sit down to discuss Nintendo's latest announcement, Nintendo Labo. Also, Lily joins in for the second half of the show, as the panel shares their thoughts about Darkest Dungeon, InnerSpace, and more!

Nintendo's January Direct Mini - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 390

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:10:58 +0000

This week Filip, Peer, Brian, and Zach sit down to discuss the Nintendo January Direct Mini. What they liked, didn't like, and what Nintendo still needs to talk about in 2018.

Nintendo's Rumored January Direct - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 389

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Jan 2018 21:38:14 +0000

This week, Max Scoville and Daemon Hatfield join the show, as the panel shares their thoughts on the heavily rumored January Nintendo Direct and what Nintendo might have up its sleeve for 2018.

Nintendo Year in Review 2017 - Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 388

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Dec 2017 19:16:37 +0000

Weeelcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat, Episode 388 -- our big NVC Year in Review for 2017! In this special year-end episode, we reflect back on Nintendo's year in 2017: the good, the bad, and everything in-between. Please keep in mind; this episode was recorded in advance. But don't worry, we'll be back next week with our regularly scheduled programming.

Did Zelda Deserve Game of the Year? Plus: Switch Game Impressions - NVC 387

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 17:47:14 +0000

Brian, Zach, Casey, and Peer sit down one last time this year to talk about the latest Nintendo Switch news, share impressions of newly released games like Gorogoa, Floor Kids, Enter the Gungeon, Blossom Tales, and Brawlout, and answer your most burning questions.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 386: Nintendo's Bayonetta Announcements and the Possibility of Future Zelda DLC

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 22:47:10 +0000

Jools Watsham of Atooi joins NVC this week to discuss the release of Mutant Mudds Collection on Switch and the transition from developing on 3DS to Switch. Plus we share our impressions about Nintendo's Bayonetta Announcements, Zelda Champions DLC, and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 385: NVC's Picks for Switch Game of the Year

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Dec 2017 21:14:48 +0000

We recorded this before the Game Awards (Bayonetta 3!), but we think you'll still enjoy our discussion about the latest Switch news, including our picks (and bonus indie picks) for Nintendo Switch Game of the Year.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 384: The Last Big Game of the Year: Xenoblade Chronicles 2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Dec 2017 21:48:14 +0000

Filip shares his experience with Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Plus, we dive into Splatoon 2's update, Yooka Laylee, Nine Parchments and Aces of the Luftwaffe Squadron and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 383: Spoiler-Safe Super Mario Odyssey Spoilercast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 22 Nov 2017 17:00:00 +0000

Join Filip, Zach, Brendan, and Peer as they talk about the complete Super Mario Odyssey journey, from the very first steps in Cap Kingdom to the last, brutal challenges in [REDACTED]. Haven't finished Odyssey yet? No problem, just hit stop when we get close to your current kingdom location and come back later! Garuk.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 382: New Pokémon Release, A Mario Animated Movie, And So Many Switch Ports

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 01:22:01 +0000

This week Casey DeFreitas and Miranda Sanchez join NVC to give their impressions on the newly released Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon. But first, we react to the recently announced Super Mario Bros. movie and discuss the biggest new releases of the week.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 381: Rogue Leaders, Doom, and Xenoblade 2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 23:22:53 +0000

Factor 5's president joins NVC to talk about the cancelled Rogue Leaders Star Wars game. Plus, we talk about our impressions of Doom for Nintendo Switch, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, LA Noire, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 380: Does Mario Dream of EA?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 3 Nov 2017 22:12:21 +0000

Filip Miucin joins IGN's Nintendo Voice Chat crew as a permanent member. Find out who he is, what games he likes, and what he thinks of Super Mario Odyssey, Fire Emblem Warriors, and that EA hasn't decided whether to make more Switch games.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 379: Why Mario is a 10

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 Oct 2017 21:55:39 +0000

This week, we share our impressions of Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch and fill you in on the newly revealed Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp for mobile, Poi, and an indie that many might overlook simply based on its license.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 378: Nintendo Switch Sales, System Update, the Pokemon Go Hunt

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 22:28:13 +0000

In Episode 378, a wild Andrew Goldfarb appears to chat about hist adventure trying to capture an elusive Pokemon in Texas, Nintendo's hardware sales in September 2017, and of course update 4.0.0. We break down many of the new games hitting Switch and 3DS this week and Sony's interesting new foray into indie games publishing, which includes bringing Tiny Metal to Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 377: Breaking Down the Star Fox 2 Review and the Latest Super Mario Odyssey Footage

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 20:45:06 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo show chats at length about the Nintendo World Championships, Sam's Star Fox 2 Review and the new Super Mario Odyssey footage!

Nintendo Voice Chat 376: Of Completionists and Nintendo Switch Indie Royalty

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Oct 2017 20:49:49 +0000

That One Video Gamer, Jirard Khalil, joins our weekly Nintendo show this week to talk about the trials and tribulations (and rewards) of being a Nintendo YouTuber. Plus, new Switch impressions!

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 375: Nintendo Switch, Six Months Later

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 21:24:50 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show checks in with Switch, half a year after release to rate the game lineup and services. Plus, we talk about FIFA, SNES Classic, and Golf Story.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 374: Is SteamWorld Dig 2 Better Than Metroid?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 21:19:59 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo talk show, NVC, talks about our favorite new indie game for Switch, Pokemon, NBA 2K18, Nintendo's touching Iwata tribute, the latest game releases, and much more!

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 373: Nintendo Announced What!?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 20:53:39 +0000

So many announcements, so little time! We break down the biggest news for Nintendo Switch and 3DS from the recent Direct broadcast, plus Pokemon and Monster Hunter Stories impressions.

NVC's Let's Rank Live at PAX: Top 10 Nintendo Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 21:21:26 +0000

We enlisted the help of our fans at PAX West to rank the best Nintendo developed or published games ever made. It did not end well.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 372: Do we Love or Hate Metroid: Samus Returns?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Sep 2017 18:27:34 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo show tackles new games for Nintendo Switch, Rockstar returning to Nintendo platforms, and Metroid's first true outing in seven years.

NVC Episode 371: Rabbids, SNES Classic, Nintendo Switch Nindies

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Sep 2017 22:41:44 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat crew is back from Germany and goes in-depth with Rabbids (spoiler: it's great!), breaks down all the new game announcements from the Nindies event, and laments SNES Classic and Miiverse struggles.

NVC Episode 370: Live from Gamescom

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 17:34:08 +0000

The NVC team travelled to Cologne, Germany, to report back live from the annual mega-games convention, Gamescom. It's a shorter episode since it was recorded as part of our live show, but we still tried to pack it full with impressions and bad jokes. Get. The. Thing.

NVC Episode 369: Sonic on Switch Is a Blast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 18:57:03 +0000

The NVC team shares impressions of Sonic Mania for Switch, debates flight vs. invisibility, and suggests five improvements to make Splatoon 2 even better.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 368: Rocket League's Road to Nintendo Switch

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:00:00 +0000

We welcome a special guest: VP of Publishing at Psyonix, Jeremy Dunham. Jeremy made the jump from games media to game development almost eight years ago. Tune in to hear him talk about his personal journey, as well as the fascinating success story of the company's flagship title, Rocket League, and its journey to Nintendo Switch later this year.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 367: New Switch games announced! Plus, our impressions of Mario + Rabbids and Metroid: Samus Returns

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Aug 2017 18:00:00 +0000

The IGN NVC crew shares their latest impressions of Metroid, Mario + Rabbids, Slime-San, Retro City Rampage, and much more in our weekly podcast.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 366: Switch is a hit! Plus, Nintendo Online and Metroid Prime 4 talk.

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Jul 2017 18:00:00 +0000

IGN's Nintendo-heads played more Metroid and Mario, tested Switch online chat, and wonder who should make Metroid Prime 4.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 365: A History of Nintendo's Gorgeous, Wacky Arcade Cabinets

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Jul 2017 18:15:51 +0000

Nintendo's weekly show delves deep into Nintendo's past in arcades: From Wild Gunman to Killer Instinct.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 364: Mario Kart VR, Splatoon 2 Single-Player

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 15 Jul 2017 00:06:43 +0000

IGN's Nintendo crew talks about WWE's return, the New 2DS XL, Mario Kart VR, and the fun we had playing Splatoon 2.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 363: Splatoon 2 and Zelda: Master Trials

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 7 Jul 2017 22:02:17 +0000

The IGN NVC Nintendo crew talks about all the big news from the Splatoon 2 Direct, the latest game releases, and Zelda: Master Trials.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 362: SNES Classic, Pokemon Go, and new Switch games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 20:14:38 +0000

We get excited about the games included with the SNES Classic and give our impressions of the latest games out now for Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo Voice Chat Episode 361: Metroid, Mario Odyssey, Oterrible News

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Jun 2017 21:16:48 +0000

Metroid, Super Mario Odyssey, and Oterrible news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo's Bill Trinen Stops By to Talk About Super Mario Odyssey

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:15:44 +0000

A special segment of Nintendo Voice Chat was recorded at E3 2017! Nintendo's Bill Trinen joins the show to talk a little more about Super Mario Odyssey, and the plumbers return to a sandbox-style platforming game.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2017 Predictions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Jun 2017 00:52:24 +0000

On this very special episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, IGN's Nintendo-focused talk show and podcast, Peer, Brian, Miranda, and Sam (filling in for Jose) discuss what we expect to see from Nintendo at E3 2017. We've devised a game -- a game you can play along with! Go here for more details.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Switch Chat Looks A Little Complicated

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 3 Jun 2017 03:56:33 +0000

Hori's new chat headset was a painful reminder that chatting on Switch will be complicated. This week, join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Alanah Pearce, and Jonathon Dornbush as they discuss it. We also give our preview impressions of Arms + the Global Testpunch, The Secret of Mana Collection, and some news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Pre-E3 Nintendo Rumors, Leaks, and Speculation

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 27 May 2017 03:08:26 +0000

This week on NVC, we speculate on some rumors. Sources told the WSJ that Zelda might be one of Nintendo's mobile games. Afterwards, we discuss the art leak for Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle before talking about some news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Arms Direct & Splatoon 2 Reactions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 20 May 2017 01:04:21 +0000

This week on NVC, we talk about Nintendo's Direct presentation for Arms. We also discuss Thumper, Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers, and Splatoon 2's fantastic single-player trailer. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for another fun episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Thoughts On Nintendo's E3 2017 Plans

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 13 May 2017 00:16:20 +0000

This week on IGN's Nintendo show, join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they talk about Minecraft and NBA Playgrounds on Switch, the nostalgic feel of Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia, and Nintendo's three-part E3 plan.

Nintendo Voice Chat: New Nintendo 2DS XL, Zelda: Breath of the Wild DLC, and FE Echoes Expensive DLC Season Pass

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 6 May 2017 00:04:03 +0000

This week on NVC, we discuss the announcement of the New Nintendo 2DS XL (and what it means for the near future), Breath of the Wild's first DLC pack details, and why Nintendo might be getting a little carried away with Fire Emblem Echoes DLC plans.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Off to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Races

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 29 Apr 2017 01:57:32 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show assembles to talk about Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Puyo Puyo Tetris, Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap, Kamiko, Bye-Bye, Boxboy!, and more. Then, we dive into the numbers from Nintendo's fiscal results for 2017 meeting (Note: This conversation was recorded hours before New Nintendo 2DS XL was announced).

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Zelda: Breath of the Wild Spoilercast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 09:48:12 +0000

We finally collected our thoughts on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for a full spoiler cast. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Brendan Graeber for a deep dive into this remarkable game.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Reactions to Nintendo Direct April 12

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 14 Apr 2017 23:08:57 +0000

We have a special show for you this week! In the first half, we focus on reactions to Nintendo Direct April 12. Join host Jose Otero is join by Brian Altano and Marty Sliva for analysis of everything that was shown (skip ahead to 36:49). After the break, Peer Schneider and Brendan Graeber joins the program to talk about the discontinuation of the NES Classic and their thoughts on Mr. Shifty.

NVC: Nintendo Switch: One Month Later

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 7 Apr 2017 19:46:20 +0000

This week, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano share their thoughts after a month with Nintendo Switch. We also share our shopping tips for anyone who's looking to buy a system, and why Graceful Explosion Machine should be your next Switch game, if you're a shoot 'em up fan, and finally we answer a Zelda fan's query on The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: What We Want from Splatoon 2 on Switch

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:28:05 +0000

This week on IGN's Nintendo show, we kick it off with our thoughts on the Splatoon 2 Global Testfire, Snake Pass on Switch, Zach's tales from the Wild, and why Rocket League would be great for Nintendo Switch. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan for another fun episode.

Can We Go Back to Old Zelda After Breath of the Wild?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 22:59:51 +0000

This week on NVC, we had to tear our editors away from their Switch units (and Zelda) to talk about your Question of the Week responses. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Justin Davis for another fun-filled episode.

Our Nintendo Switch Launch Spectacular Pt. 2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 20:03:16 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with part two of our Nintendo Switch launch spectacular. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Jonathon Dornbush for a deep dive into the Switch user experience. What did Nintendo get right? And where does the Switch need improvement? Also, we also talk about The Binding of Isaac Afterbirth+, World of Goo, Little Inferno, and Human Resource Machine, and an 18-minute spoiler free chat about Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Our Nintendo Switch Launch Spectacular Pt. 1

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 11 Mar 2017 00:45:30 +0000

This week, IGN's Nintendo talks about the Switch Launch. First, we dive into our hardware purchases and the rocky day of late shipments from Amazon, then we dive into the launch games (Snipperclips, Fast RMX, Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment, 1-2-Switch, and more). We also discuss some of the launch day issues (bent docks, scratched screens, and the weak wi-fi radio) before answering some of your questions on The Question Block. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Jonathon Dornbush, and Brendan Graeber for the first in a two-part episode all about the Switch.

Let's Talk About Nintendo's Switch Indie Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 6 Mar 2017 20:08:01 +0000

Team Tumbleseed, Team 17, Raw Fury, Vetrex Pop, and Nintendo's Damon Baker take a break from the Game Developers Conference to join the crew of NVC. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider (and an interview assist from Jonathon Dornbush) as we talk about future games coming to Switch.

We Spent a Few Days with Switch and Zelda

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 25 Feb 2017 00:08:53 +0000

This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, the crew shares their thoughts on Virtual Console games missing the Switch launch. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, AAlanah Pearce, and Brendan Graeber as talk about the Switch hardware in great detail before they spend 10 minutes in a spoiler-free discussion about Zelda, along with another segment of the Question Block.

Talking 1-2-Switch and Breath of the Wild w/ Nintendo's Bill Trinen

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 22:14:01 +0000

This week on NVC, we get into a slightly heated debate over Zelda: Breath of the Wild's expansion pass and the future of Nintendo DLC. Then, Bill Trinen, from Nintendo Treehouse, joins us to discuss 1-2-Switch and Breath of the Wild.

The Nintendo Switch's Magical Mystery Tour

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 21:12:42 +0000

It's an IGN UK podcast invasion! This week, host Jose Otero is joined by Alanah Pearce and special guest Daniel Krupa and Gav Murphy. The crew discusses some Switch games they've played at hands-on events, some new info from a series of Time interviews, and they answer viewer questions on the Question Block.

What We Want From Nintendo Switch's Online Service

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 4 Feb 2017 01:25:05 +0000

This week, NVC has more positive hands on impressions of the Switch before we dive into our questions and concerns about Nintendo paid online service. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Miranda Sanchez, and James Duggan for another great episode.

Our Hopes and Fears for Nintendo Switch

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 02:24:27 +0000

Special guest and video game historian Steve Lin joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano this week. Join us as we talk about Fire Emblem Heroes, Our hope and fears for Nintendo Switch, and look at some rare artifacts from Steve's collection.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Hands-On with Nintendo Switch

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 01:03:48 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join host Jose Otero, Alanah Pearce, Zach Ryan, and CJ Gibson, as the crew talks about their hands-on experience with the Nintendo Switch, what Nintendo did got right and wrong, and the expensive ecosystem surrounding Nintendo's new platform.

Nintendo Switch Announcement Reactions: What Squid We Think?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 19:58:48 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat: Switch Predictions, Nintendo 2016 Review

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Jan 2017 23:26:19 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a brand new set in 2017! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Brian Altano for a review discussion of Nintendo in 2016. Then, stick around for our final Switch predictions game!

Nintendo Switch Patents Hint at Cool New Features

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 04:43:52 +0000

Welcome to the last Nintendo Voice Chat episode of 2016! Join host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider as they discuss IGN's Super Mario Run review, the announcement of Super Nintendo World, and how the Nintendo's Switch patents shed a little more light on the device.

New Nintendo Switch Impressions - Nintendo Voice Chat

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Dec 2016 21:54:01 +0000

Nintendo gave the first public demo of the Switch on The Tonight Show!?! This week the crew of NVC have a lot to talk about. Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Jonathon Dornbush gather to share their thoughts on the device. We also talk about Zelda: Breath of the Wild at the Game Awards, Pokemon Go's update, and more.

Pokemon Reviews and the Mega-Sized Community Question Block

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 3 Dec 2016 17:53:32 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show leads off with a pair of reviews for Pokemon Sun/Moon and Super Mario Maker 3DS. After the break, we dive into a mega-sized Question Block with queries from our community.

Nintendo Voice Chat: What Does NES Classic Mean for Virtual Console on Nintendo Switch?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 23:25:32 +0000

Wired's Chris Kohler joins host Jose Otero and Jared Petty this week. Kohler's book Power Up: How Japanese Video Games Gave the World an Extra Life is back in print! We spend some time discussing the book and Chris's new chapter.

We also discuss:

Super Mario Run's release date and price
Scrap Zelda Room Escape
NES Classic Edition scarcity at retail
Chris's contribution to the IGN's SNES Classic listing
What does the NES Classic Edition mean for Virtual Console on Nintendo Switch and the future?

Nintendo Voice Chat: Why Didn't Nintendo Talk About Switch's Rumored Touchscreen?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 21:38:29 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is here. Join host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider, as they share their take on why Nintendo didn't talk about the rumored Switch touchscreen, and their top five favorite games on Nintendo handhelds.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Animal Crossing's Surprising Update & NES Classic Edition

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 5 Nov 2016 00:55:31 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with a slightly unorganized episode this week. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Kallie Plagge, and Brian Altano for a discussion about Animal Crossing's Welcome amiibo update. Also, stick around for review impressions of the NES Classic Edition.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo Switchcraft with John Davison

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 19:26:29 +0000

John Davison from Glixel, a new site focused on game culture from Rolling Stone, joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano to talk about the Nintendo Switch. Tune in, and listen as the crew shares their thoughts about the few things we've learned since Nintendo lifted the covers off its new gaming hardware.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo Switch - The Rumors Were True

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 00:28:35 +0000

The Nintendo Switch has been announced. Here's our reactions -- and predictions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo in the Wii U Era and the SNES Classic Recap

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 22:27:13 +0000

IGN's Nintendo Show is late this week, but it's still full of great conversations. Join us this week as we look back at Nintendo's actions in the Wii U era and we resurrect the SNES Classic list and give it an update. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for another fun-filled episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Paper Mario's Colorful New Game

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 8 Oct 2016 00:30:22 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is back! This week host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider talk about the news before sharing their thoughts on Paper Mario Color Splash.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Hands on w/ NES Classic and NX's Weird Hype Cycle

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Sep 2016 21:53:52 +0000

IGN's Nintendo Show is back! Host Jose Otero returns from vacation, and he's joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Jared Petty to talk about Dragon Quest VII (finally!) River City Tokyo Rumble, Pokemon GO Plus, Sonic Boom: Fire and Ice, and hands on with the adorable NES Classic Edition.

After the break, Jose, Brian, and Peer talk speculate on when and how Nintendo will reveal NX. It's the end of September, and Nintendo still hasn't shown it brand new hardware concept to the world. Join us as the core NVC crew makes its best guess on the pending announcement, assuming the release month of March 2017 does not slip.

NVC: We Guess the NX's Real Name and Discuss the Best and Worst Nintendo Game Knockoffs

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 20:42:13 +0000

The Nintendo NX is a codename, so what will be its final name? We share our best guesses! Also: When other companies try to do Metroid, Mario, and Zelda, it can be pretty cool. Or a total mess! We discuss.

Nintendo Voice Chat: NX Rumors Busted and Best Retro Launch Lineups

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 22:47:53 +0000

This week Sam and Peer are joined by Jared Petty and Daemon Hatfield for a discussion of future hardware, past games, and a round of the very awesome 20 Questions game, hosted by Daemon. Play along!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Super Mario Run and Nintendo's Mobile Plan

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Sep 2016 17:00:48 +0000

IGN's weekly Nintendo discussion show tackles the surprise news of the week: Super Mario Run is coming to iOS this Holiday. And we played it. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they share their reactions to Nintendo & Apple's big announcement, the revised Nintendo mobile plan, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Reacting to September's Nintendo Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Sep 2016 22:39:11 +0000

After a brief hiatus IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Jonathon Dornbush, as they catch up on two weeks of Nintendo news before jumping head first into everything that happened in this month's Nintendo Direct. Read IGN's wrap up of the festivities if you missed the video presentation.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Metroid Memories and Building a SNES Classic with Andre Segers

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 23:03:55 +0000

GameXplain's Andre Segers joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano to talk about our favorite Metroid memories, as the crew humbly celebrates the series' 30th anniversary. Then, the crew discusses the Metroid 2 fan remake that Nintendo shut down, and ANOTHER NX rumor involving a new patent. Finally, Andre submits his five game choices for a SNES Classic Edition.

Nintendo Voice Chat Ep. 320: Generic NX Rumors and Big Changes in Pokemon Sun/Moon

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Aug 2016 21:06:04 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is back with a new episode! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Jared Petty, as the crew discusses MCV's NX rumor. Then, the show switches over to the crew of IGN's Pokemon Secret Base, as Kallie Plagge, Miranda Sanchez, and Andrew Goldfarb discuss some big changes coming to the next generation of Pokemon. Finally, Jose, Peer, and Jared close out the show with the first in a series of discussions about the lineup of games for a potential SNES Classic Edition.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Talking About NX Rumors with Jeff Gerstmann

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 23:32:12 +0000

The world turned upside down this week on Nintendo Voice Chat. Host Jose Otero is joined by Brian Altano, Andrew Goldfarb, and (subbing in for Peer Schneider) special guest Jeff Gerstmann to talk about Nintendo's rough Q1 loss, the delay of the Pokemon GO Plus, and some fresh NX DAS HYPE courtesy of Eurogamer's NX rumor story.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo's Stock Jump, 5 Pokemon GO Tips, and The Question Block

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Jul 2016 20:09:27 +0000

Join IGN's Nintendo show for another fun-filled episode. This week, host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Brendan Graeber to talk about Nintendo's recent stock price spike, Animal Crossing New Leaf's surprise amiibo update, the final Splatoon Splatfest, 5 Pokemon GO tips, Metroid Prime Federation Force's 3DS eShop demo, and The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Going Cuckoo for Pokemon Go and NES Classic

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 16 Jul 2016 22:21:43 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has quite a lineup for you today! Video game collector and historian Steven Lin joins the cast of NVC this week to talk about the unprecedented success of Pokemon GO. Later, Armando Torres and Mike Mamon (from IGN Syndication's Voltron) join the show to talk about Monster Hunter Generations. Finally, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano close out the show discussing the NES Classic.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Celebrating Nintendo 64's 20th Anniversary

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 21:56:47 +0000

IGN's Nintendo crew hosted a special live recording of NVC on July 7, 2016. Listen in as host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, Sam Claiborn and guests talk about hype and the reality surrounding Nintendo's third home console.

Nintendo Voice Chat: We Can't Stop Thinking About Zelda: Breath of the Wild

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 2 Jul 2016 16:31:49 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns and host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider just can't stop thinking about Zelda: Breath of the Wild. But we have a much better show in mind for you. First, the crew discusses some recent releases (Rhythm Heaven Megamix, Mighty No. 9, LEGO Star Wars The Force Awakens) before they dive back into more Zelda talk. After the break, Andrew Goldfarb, Kallie Plagge, and Miranda Sanchez join the show to share their experiences from the Pokemon Go Field Test that ended this week.

NVC presents Hyrule Times Vol.2: Talking Zelda: Breath of the Wild with Bill Trinen

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 21:29:37 +0000

In this special episode of Hyrule Times Vol. 2 from E3 2016, Nintendo's Bill Trinen joins host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider to talk about their adventures in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Trinen also shares his fond memories for Zelda: Majora's Mask, Link's Awakening, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2016 Predictions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 01:12:14 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a surprise episode for you! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for a fun-filled episode of E3 predictions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Legendary Pokemon Details and More E3 2016 Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 3 Jun 2016 02:14:55 +0000

This week's Nintendo Voice Chat is jam packed with a great lineup of contributors. Tune into the first half of our show, where host Jose Otero is joined by an elite Pokemon panel of Miranda Sanchez, Armando Torres, and Kallie Plagge, as the crew reacts to the latest Pokemon info. Then, after the break, Otero is joined by Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, and special guest David "GrandPOOBear" Hunt to talk about speedrunning, the eternal struggle between Nintendo and the Super Mario Maker community, and the rest of Nintendo's E3 2016 schedule.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Kirby Planet Robobot, Minecraft's Battlemode, and What's Up with amiibo

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 May 2016 20:46:49 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns. This week host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Andrew Goldfarb, and Alanah Pearce discuss the manic fun of Kirby Planet Robobot, Morgan Stanley's mysterious NH (and how it's just speculation), Minecraft's new battle mode, Monster Hunter Story's amiibo in Japan and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Making Sense of NX's "New Way to Play"

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 May 2016 19:59:52 +0000

Nintendo CEO and President Tatsumi Kimishima spoke about the company's interest in making feature films using its beloved characters. But Kimishimmy-y'all-shimmy-ye-shimmy-yeh didn't stop there: He also briefly talked about how NX will focus on a new way to play. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider, as the trio tries to make sense of these recent statements.

Nintendo Voice Chat: We Choo Choo Choose Pokemon Sun and Moon Starters

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 May 2016 20:40:12 +0000

Samuel is joined by Kallie, Alanah, and Peer to discuss the huge Sun and Moon reveals this week, Mario in Minecraft, and Nintendo's new slogan (and why it might contain hints about the NX). Conspiracy!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Off to the Races!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 7 May 2016 00:07:11 +0000

IGN Persona super fan Andrew Goldfarb joins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat this week to talk about Tokyo Mirage Sessions, and why it might be the perfect game to keep you busy until Persona 5 comes out on PS4 later this year. Mr. Goldfarb also weighs in with host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider on the recent news that Nintendo will kick off E3 2016 with a Treehouse Live stream of the next Legend of Zelda. After the break, Jose and Peer go gaga for Pocket card Jokey and answer your questions on the Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The E3 2016 Nightmare

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 18:04:43 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a slightly sour episode for you today all about Nintendo's E3 plans (so far). First, NX is coming in March 2017 but it won't be at the show. The next Legend of Zelda is delayed until 2017 as well, but its also coming to NX. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano for a real rollercoaster of an episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Star Fox Zero's Problem Is Not Lack of Content

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 20:43:50 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show takes a deep barrel roll into Star Fox Zero (and IGN's review) before circling back to discuss YOUR Questions on the Question Block. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for another fun-filled episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat_ Animal Crossing Anniversary, Star Fox Guard, and The Question Block Returns

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 22:46:23 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider, as the crew celebrates Animal Crossing's 15 year anniversary, the trials and tribulations of guard duty in Star Fox Guard, and some awesome community questions in another exciting edition of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Star Fox Zero Preview

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 9 Apr 2016 00:35:48 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns, but we have a short episode for your this week. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as the crew talks about their week with Star Fox Zero for Wii U.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Miitomo Launch and an Interview with Jools Watsham

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Apr 2016 23:03:39 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show kicks things off with a discussion about the worldwide launch of Miitomo, Nintendo's first app for smartphones. Join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider, as the crew discusses the positives and negatives of the app, the controversy that led to the firing of a Nintendo employee, and, after the break, Renegade Kidd co-founder Jools Watsham joins the program to talk about Mutant Mudds Super Challenge and the history of his studio.

Nintendo Voice Chat: You Are Now Earthbound!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 21:16:30 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a special episode for you! Special guests Reid Young and John Kay of Fangamer and Starment.net join host Jose Otero and Andrew Goldfarb to talk about Earthbound. Learn everything you wanted to know about this special Super Nintendo release, the passionate community it spawned, and how fans are trying to keep the series alive.

Nintendo Voice Chat Presents Hyrule Times Vol. 1

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 13:43:52 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with a pair of special guests. Host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider are joined by John Ricciardi and Mark MacDonald -- Both are former members of the press who work at a video game localization company in Japan called 8-4 LTD. The crew kicks off the show with a discussion about Nintendo's hip social app, called Miitomo, and Pokemon's recent sales milestone.

After the break, the crew takes a deep dive into history and resurrects an old IGN column called Hyrule Times as a special segment for NVC. Join Jose, Peer, Mark and John as they recall video games in the late '90s and the road to Nintendo's epic N64 masterpiece, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Tales from the Nintendo Treehouse

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 01:54:11 +0000

This week comedian and writer for The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Mike Drucker, joins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat! Drucker used to work for Nintendo Treehouse as a localization writer (and he joined IGN afterward as a writer on Up at Noon).

Listen in, as Drucker tells host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano stories about his work on Super Mario All-Stars, Kid Icarus Uprising, Mario Party 9, and his surprise contribution to the Legend of Zelda series. After the break, the crew talks about negative feedback surrounding Paper Mario Color Splash, as the crew looks back on the success and failures of the series.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Reactions to Nintendo Direct 3/3

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 5 Mar 2016 00:51:39 +0000

Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as the core NVC crew shares their reactions to the recent news and announcements delivered via this week's Nintendo Direct.

Our overall thoughts
Star Fox Zero
SNES on New Nintendo 3DS
Splatoon and Super Mario Maker updates
7 Wii U, 3DS Games Lighting Round
Kirby & Paper Mario Wii U
Metroid Prime Federation Force
Star Fox Guard & Grippy's epic name

Nintendo Voice Chat: Celebrating 20 Years of Pokemon

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 27 Feb 2016 01:59:11 +0000

This week, IGN's Nintendo show has a special double feature for you! First, host Jose Otero. Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan go in depth on The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD and the upcoming IGN review. Then, after the break Jose is joined by a panel of Pokemon experts: Armando Torres, Miranda Sanchez, and Kallie Plagge join the show to talk about why the series has endured 20 years and the announcement of Pokemon Sun and Moon.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 10 Awesome Games That Never Left Japan

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 22:38:25 +0000

Fire Emblem spent more than a decade as a Japan-only series. The first game never came to the US, at all.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Your Feedback RE: Nintendo @ E3 & Fire Emblem Fates

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 02:01:14 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a special episode for you! First we discuss your feedback to last week's question regarding Nintendo, NX, and E3 2016. Then, we bring you a spoiler-free segment all about Fire Emblem Fates Birthright & Conquest. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brendan Graeber for another fun filled show.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Will Nintendo Reveal NX on Stage at E3 2016?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Feb 2016 06:04:24 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider. This week the regular crew talks about the final DLC drop for Smash Wii U/3DS. Peer tells us how nice it is to have Pikachu by your side in Detective Pikachu. Jose shares his hands-on impressions of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD. Then, after the break, teh crew tackles a big topic: EA has announced it's moving its press conference out of E3 2016 regular rotation. Will Nintendo step up and unveil NX on stage at E3? We take a hard look at last year's digital event and come up with our best guesses. Finally, the crew tackles a discussion about Nintendo's next smartphone game after Miitomo.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Could Smash Be Coming to NX at Launch?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 07:03:57 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is back with another episode! This week, Meghan Sullivan joins host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider to talk about Final Fantasy Explorers and Linkle in Hyrule Warriors. Then, after the break, the core trio tackles the rumor of a Smash NX launch title (made by Namco) and the news that some changes will be coming to Fire Emblem Fates in the West.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Shoveling Through NX Rumors

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 18:41:17 +0000

IGN's Nintendo Show returns with a two-hour special episode. In the first half, host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Jared Petty to talk about Minecraft Stories, Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam, Hyrule Warriors Legends, and a bunch of NX rumors. Then, after the break, special guest Sean Velasco joins Jose and Brian Altano to talk about Shovel Knight's amiibo and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 2016 Cometh

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 18:49:30 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schnieder, and Brian Altano for a fun episode, as the crew discusses:

IGN’s Best of 2015 Awards Splatoon won best shooter and best competitive multiplayer Super Mario Maker won Best Wii U game Zelda: Tri Force Heroes won Best 3DS game Why Splatoon Should’ve Been IGN’s Wii U Game of the Year If NX is a 2016 Product, Nintendo Needs to Start Talking About It Now 2016 could be a big year for...

Zelda (30th Anniversary)
- Nintendo has three Zelda-related projects on the books. Hyrule Warriors Legends, Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, Zelda Wii U
- First two new details dropped yesterday (max rupees count is higher and less tears to collect) based on Famitsu’s four pages of coverage.
- Amazon France claims Zelda; Twilight Princess HD will have the following features:
  - Hero Mode (duh)
  - Wii U GamePad will be used to manage the player’s inventory in real-time
  - Link, Toon Link, Zelda, and Sheik amiibo, when activated, replenish hearts or arrows
  - Wolf Link amiibo is set to unlock a new dungeon, which loosely translates as “The Cave of Twilight.” **This could be big** Reminder: This amiibo is tied to new Zelda.
Metroid (30th Anniversary)
- This week, Metroid Zero Mission is finally released on VC.
- Question from Erik Osborne: "Even though I’ve been a big Nintendo fan for a long time, I've oddly never played a Metroid game outside of a few minutes here and there. I've been thinking of playing through the series due to there not being a lot of games. Would you recommend playing it in order of release, or chronological order story-wise? Thanks, love the podcast."
- Will Metroid Prime: Federation Force return?
- Will Samus return in 2016?
Pokemon (20th Anniversary)
- Japan is getting Four Poke-themed 2DS bundles
- US and EUR are getting special New 3DS and 2DS bundles respectively

Missingno. 12/30/2015

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 6 Jan 2016 01:02:58 +0000

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Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Final Show for 2015

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 17 Dec 2015 19:56:32 +0000

Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for our final episode of 2015. We'll be back in January with a long look at Nintendo's year, but tune in and listen to our impressions of Super Mario Maker's next update, and our thoughts on the last DLC update coming to Super Smash Bros.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mother 4, Minecraft Wii U, and More

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Dec 2015 01:52:47 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns, and this week we want to talk about why the crew thinks Mother 4 (aka the next Earthbound game) should be possible. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schnieder, and Marty Sliva as they discuss Pokemon Picross, backwards compatibility on NX, the potential for a Zelda mobile game and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Reactions to Kimishima's Time Interview

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Dec 2015 16:24:45 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show kicks off with some impressions of Nintendo Badge Arcade, Typoman, our late Xenoblade Chronicles X review, and speeding to the finish line in Fast Racing Neo. After the break, the crew discusses recent statements Nintendo President Tatsumi Kimishima made to Time magazine about NX, amiibo, and the future.

Nintendo Voice Chat: A Case of the Holiday Blues

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 21 Nov 2015 20:35:00 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with a new episode! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Kallie Plagge, as the crew shares their opinions of Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash, Animal Crossing amiibo Festival, and their early impressions of Xenoblade Chronicles X. But there's more: What does Nintendo have in store for Metroid's 30th anniversary in 2016? Tune in to see what we think.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Thoughts on Nintendo Direct 11/12

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 01:52:18 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a LOT to talk about this week. Join us for a detailed discussion of Nintendo's holiday lineup for 2015 and beyond.

Nintendo Voice Chat: How NX and Mobile Will Impact Nintendo's Future

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 7 Nov 2015 02:05:27 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider, as the regular crew shares their impressions of Yo-Kai Watch, Chibi Robo: Zip Lash!, and more. Then, after the break, the crew talks about Nintendo Account, My Nintendo, and Miiitomo, and how Nintendo needs to re-evaluate how the company facilitates communication.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Miitomo and Nintendo's Mobile Future

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 22:38:38 +0000

WELCOME to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Nintendo shed some light on the future before delaying its first smartphone app until March 2016. Join host Sam Claiborn, Peer Schneider, and Kallie Plaggie, as the crew takes a long look at Miitomo, Nintendo’s quirky communication app, and discusses why it’s a good fit for the Japanese game maker. On this episode, the crew also discusses Nintendo's new account system, checkpoints coming to Super Mario Maker, and the Nintendo games that made the cut in IGN's Top 100 feature.

Nintendo Voice Chat: What Does the recent NX News Mean?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 24 Oct 2015 00:28:01 +0000

Sources told the Wall Street Journal that NX devkits have gone out developers, so IGN's Nintendo crew is here to analyze what it means for the future. NX in 2016? Maybe. Two devices that work together, but sold separately? Looks that way. But what else? Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider as they analyze the news. Then, after the break,Super Soul Bros' Robbie Benson, Brian Shue, and Alex Popoff join the cast of NVC to tell the story behind their jazz-meets-funk band and share their favorite video game soundtracks.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Do We Really Want Twilight Princess HD?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 18:04:35 +0000

This week, IGN's Nintendo show has a very special episode focused on Zelda! First, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider share their gameplay impressions of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (so far). Then, the crew tackles the big question: Do we want an HD remake/port of Twilight Princess right now? Finally, we end the show with another segment of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Big Fall 2015 Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Oct 2015 21:12:01 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat returns! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brendan Graeber have a LOT of games to talk about this week: Lego Dimensions, Yoshi's Woolly World, Shovel Knight Plague of Shadows, Disney Infinity 3.0, and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Zelda Co-op Adventures, Mario Tennis, and Mario Maker Sales

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 3 Oct 2015 01:27:41 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat returns with an injured host! Join Jose Otero and Peer Schneider as they recap Jose's brief career in the Ice Capades, Super Mario Maker's sales numbers, Smash Wii U's new content, Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash's release date, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Charming People Behind Animal Crossing

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 21:56:50 +0000

This week we have a special treat for you! Special guests Bill Trinen and Ann Lin from Nintendo Treehouse join the show to discuss their experiences with the Animal Crossing series. Join host Jose Otero and Brian Altano for another fun episode!

Nintendo Voice Chat: A New Era

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 19 Sep 2015 18:26:13 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a LOT to talk about this week! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Kallie Plagge, as the crew discusses Nintendo's new president, the internal changes happening within the company, Miyamoto's decision to delay Star Fox Zero, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Pokemon Go!, NPD, and Our Dreams for Zelda Maker

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 02:08:27 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show has a lot to talk about this week. First, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Kallie Plagge, and Francisco Velazquez put out the call for Super Mario Maker levels. Then the crew shares their thoughts on Pokemon Go!, the Xenobalde Chronicles X bundle, and the recent NPD data. Finally, we tackle the subject of Zelda Maker as a followup to Super Mario Maker.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Zelda Tri Force Heroes Hype

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Sep 2015 17:49:16 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! This week, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano dissect the 5 minutes of new footage for Zelda: Tri Force Heroes and the stage Nintendo showed off at PAX. But that's not all! Stay tuned for Runbow impressions, our thoughts on the pair of New Nintendo 3DS bundles announced for North America, and another exciting installment of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Shovel Knight amiibo and Celebrating 30 Years of Super Mario

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 15:05:42 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns with a special guest! USGamer's Jeremy Parish joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Kallie Plagge to discuss making stages in Super Mario Maker and the 30 year history behind Nintendo's biggest mascot. The crew also discusses the big news from PAX, including the announcement of a Shovel Knight amiibo and what that could mean for the future.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Splatoon's Rainmaker, 2DS Price Cut, and the Future

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 01:17:48 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show finally takes a deep dive into Splatoon's August update, Rainmaker, and what we think of Nintendo's newest franchise. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for another fun filled show. Note: This was recorded BEFORE the unveling for Pokken Tournament for Wii U at the Pokemon Championships.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Making IGN's Super Mario Maker Challenge

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 19:05:56 +0000

This week, IGN's Nintendo podcast talks a whole bunch about making Mario. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for a deep discussion about Nintendo's crazy course builder. Jose and Brian also share their experiences and breakthroughs as would-be game designers in the Super Mario Maker IGN Challenge. After the break, we run thorugh a pair of queries in the Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 5 Video Games We Can Play Forever

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 7 Aug 2015 00:21:27 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they discuss Peer's Fire Emblem If experience, Brian's Super Mario Maker madness, and the five video games they feel can be played forever. After that, they close out the show with news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Happy Home Mario Maker

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 06:34:37 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show returns after a week in Japan. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as the crew discusses two anticipated games in Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer and Super Mario Maker. Then, after the break, the crew discusses the big August update for Splatoon, the Japanes rollout of Smash Bros next DLC pack, Dragon Quest XI's announcement, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Big in Japan

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 13:46:39 +0000

IGN's Nintendo podcast has a special episode coming to you from Japan, and its featuring an all-star lineup. Host Jose Otero is joined by the cast of 8-4 Play (Mark MacDonald, John Riccardi, and JJ Epperson) to talk about Fire Emblem Fates, Yoshi's Woolly World, and some of the history behind their localization company. Then, after the break, we are joined by special guest Kikai, the #1 collector of Super Mario merchandise on the planet according to the Guiness book of World Records. With a little translation help from our good friend Kyle Mclain, we talk to Kikai about his hobby and hear some stories behind his favorite items.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Remembering Satoru Iwata

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 01:47:42 +0000

This week, the crew dedciates the first half of this epsiode to Satoru Iwata, the late CEO of Nintendo who passed away this weekend. Join Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they share their favorites stories about Iwata. After the break, Brian shares some stories from San Diego Comic-Con.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Splatfest, Nintendo on Comic-Con and EVO 2015

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Jul 2015 18:19:41 +0000

This week, IGN's Jose Otero and Peer Schneider kick off the show with impressions of Splatoon's recent Splatfest and Peer's recent import New 3DS. Then, after the break, special guest Bill Trinen, from Nintendo of America, joins the show to talk about the company's presence at Comic-Con and EVO 2015, the recent Nintendo World Championships, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Fire Emblem, Zelda, and the Problem with amiibo Exclusives

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Jul 2015 01:30:17 +0000

This week, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider kick off the show with Fire Emblem If impressions, one of the games from Nintendo Game Seminar 2014. Then, the crew discussed Nintendo's criticsm of Metroid Federation Force's negative reception, our interview with Zelda: Tri Force Heroes director Hiromasa Shikata, the great Miiverse redesign, and the problem with amiibo retail exclusives.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Rhythm Fever

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 27 Jun 2015 00:31:06 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat returns! This week, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Kallie Plaggie round up their final thoughts on E3 before switching gears to discuss Rhythm Tengoku The Best Plus (aka the new Rhythm Heaven game on 3DS in Japan). Afterwards, we finsih off the podcast with a brief news segment. We also answer one burning question about Smash Bros. DLC pricing on The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Live from E3 2015!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 20 Jun 2015 20:53:48 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is coming to you live from E3 2015 in Los Angeles. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for thier opinions of what Nintendo showed at E3 this year.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Big Nintendo E3 2015 Rundown

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 03:07:17 +0000

A few months ago, the crew of Nintendo Voice Chat dropped some E3 2015 predictions. But host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano are NOT done. Now it’s time to take a look at what Nintendo has on the horizon. We look back at last year's Digital Event and analyze what we think they’ll show during the presentation on Tuesday, June 16 at 9:00 AM PT. Make sure you keep up with all of our coverage on IGN's E3 2015 hub page.

Nintendo Voice Chat: About that NX Android Rumor

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Jun 2015 22:37:43 +0000

Brian Altano rejoins host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider this week to talk about his adventures in Europe, Splatoon, and the Android NX rumor that could change everything.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Your Codename NX Predictions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 30 May 2015 00:05:09 +0000

This week, IGN's Nintendo Voice Chat gets a little more intimate. Host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider read your Codename NX predictions and discuss amiibo, Splatoon, and E3.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Powering Up for Splatoon and E3

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 23 May 2015 00:03:32 +0000

Wired.com's Chris Kohler joins the cast of NVC to talk about his first book, titled "Power Up: How Japanese Video Games Gave the World An Extra Life." He joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Sam Claiborn for a fun episode where the crew discusses Splatoon and Nintendo's E3 plans.

Nintendo Voice Chat: How Zelda Inspired a Second Quest

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 May 2015 01:09:18 +0000

This week, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brendan Graeber kick off this epsiode with impressions of Splatoon. Then, after the break artist David Hellman and writer Tevis Thompson join us to talk about Second Quest, a graphic novel that draws interesting inspiration from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

Find out more about Second Quest at http://www.secondquestcomic.com/

Nintendo Voice Chat: Gazing in the Future

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 9 May 2015 01:47:48 +0000

Special guest Ryan Payton, a designer at developer Camouflaj, joins host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider to talk about Xenoblade X, Splatoon’s post-launch plans, and a bunch of news that broke at the Nintendo Investor’s Meeting.

After the break, we play a special guessing game regarding Nintendo’s next console. Want to play along? Email us at nvc@ign.com and fill out the following categories (along with a brief description for each category).

Hardware Spec: _________________________

Controller: _________________________
Unique Feature #1: _________________________
Unique Feature #2:_________________________
Unique Feature #3:_________________________

Using the Wii U as an example:

Hardware Spec: Around 360/PS3 level of power
Controller: The console is the controller, bruh! Touch screen, too.
Unique Feature #1: Dual screen experiences
Unique Feature #2: Miiverse
Unique Feature #3: Plays catalog Wii stuff

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mario Maker Hype

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 May 2015 02:00:33 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show is back, and we've got a slightly off the rails episode this week. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for discussions about:

New Mario Maker footage from Game Center CX
The spiritual successor to Banjo Kazooie
...and more listener questions on The Question Block
- Special thanks to listeners Josiah, Bryce, Paul (the one from England), Charlie Gadson, and Robby for emailing us.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Late Episode

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 25 Apr 2015 20:52:03 +0000

This week, Nintendo Voice Chat is running... a little late, but that doesn't mean you're getting an inferior show. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for another fun filled epsiode. Peer gives his impressions of the StreetPass games (Ultimate Angler and Battleground Z), and Brian unveils his 5 Nintendo E3 2015 predictions. The crew also jumps into another exciting edition of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our E3 2015 Predictions Spectacular

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 02:09:00 +0000

Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Marty Sliva for a special E3 2015 predictions show you don't want to miss. What is Nintendo cooking up for E3? Who knows. But this three-person cast brings their best guesses to the table. Then, after the break, the crew dives into YOUR questions onThe Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Wrapping Up Nintendo's April Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 19:12:29 +0000

IGN's Nintendo Show makes up for last week's shorter episode this week! And there's plenty left to talk about from April's Nintendo Direct. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and guest Kallie Plagge as they discuss:

Why Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer looks cool
Our impressions of amiibo Tap: Nintendo's Greatest Bits
Shin Megami Tensai X Fire Emblem and Fatal Frame Wii U's reveal
Level 5's Yo-Kai Watch is coming to the West
Why BoxBoy! is a must play Nintendo 3DS game
Pokemon's Free-to-Play experiments
Affordable Space Adventures and Nintendo's Indie lineup

Nintendo Voice Chat: You Gotta Believe

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Apr 2015 22:27:21 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat starts off with a huge bummer. Last week, Nintendo delayed The Legend of Zelda Wii U, and the Japanese game maker made the decision to not show the game at E3 2015. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they commiserate over the news. Then, the crew switches gears to talk about April's Nintendo Direct. But you're only getting half the story this week. Tune in next week for part two of our Nintendo Direct recap.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mobile Matters Part 2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 17:29:25 +0000

Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and special guest Andrew Goldfarb join host Jose Otero for another exciting edition of Nintendo Voice Chat. The crew dives a little deeper into last week's discussion about the deal between DeNA and Nintendo. Also on this epsiode: Brian tells the story of his recent visit to NoA HQ, Jose talks about Splatoon, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mobile Matters

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 01:47:04 +0000

Host Jose Otero is joined this week by IGN editor Mitch Dyer and mobile app developer Francisco Velazquez for a deep dive into the recent partnership between Nintendo and DeNA, the games they'd like to see adapted for smart devices, and speculation about NX, the new dedicated gaming system based on a brand new concept, and if we'll really hear more about it in 2016. All that, and a special question of the week in this episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Remembering Chrono Trigger

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:40:19 +0000

IGN's Nintendo show kicks off this week with a discussion about the 20th anniversary of Chrono Trigger, one of the greatest JRPGs in history. Then, the crew of host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Marty Sliva talk about IGN's Code Name STEAM review and some Mario Party 10 impressions. And, finally, we tackle a few news stories at the end of the show.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Fascinating World of Game Localization

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 7 Mar 2015 02:32:35 +0000

Special guest Mark MacDonald rejoins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat to talk about the challenging process of translating Japanese games for the West. Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Mark trade impressions of Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Tipping Stars and Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. Then, after the break, the crew tackles some of your queries once again on the Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat Live!: Ranking the Top 10 3DS Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 01:33:53 +0000

IGN opened it's door to the community on February 26, 2015 and hosted a live show for your favorite Nintendo podcast. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Sam Claiborn get together for a special epsiode. This week, the crew builds a list of the Top 10 3DS games with the help of the audience. But wait there's more! You can win a New Nintendo 3DS of a Monster Hunter statue by listening to this epsiode. Tune in for details.

Nintendo Voice Chat: A New 3DS Launches!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 16:38:18 +0000

IGN UK Editor Daniel Krupa joins the regular cast of Nintendo Voice Chat (Jose, Peer, and Brian) to discuss New 3DS transfer stories, Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, Nintendo's presence in Europe and the UK, and the live-action Netflix series the WSJ revealed last week.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Looking Back on Majora's Mask 64

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Feb 2015 19:32:17 +0000

Sam Claiborn picks up hosting duties on Nintendo Voice Chat this week. He is joined by Peer Schneider and Fran Mirabella to discuss amiibo, the lack of voice chat in Splatoon. Then the crew looks back on the original review of Majora's Mask for Nintendo 64.

Nintendo Voice Chat: What's Next for Nintendo?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 18:05:55 +0000

This week, the Question Block segment returns to your favorite Nintendo podcast! But this episode isn't just about Q&A. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider, as they share hands-on impressions of New Nintendo 3DS XL, what they think of Code Name S.T.E.A.M.'s new demo, and the analysis of the recent numbers from Nintendo released to its investors.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Nintendo Direct Wrap Up

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 17:00:49 +0000

This week on Nintendo Voice Chat, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider bid farewell to Club Nintendo, as the customer loyalty program rides off into the sunset in 2015. But that's not all! We also wrap up last week's Nintendo Direct news with discussions about Splatoon, Xenoblade Chronicles X, Project Treasure, and hands-on impressions of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Tackling the Tough Questions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 18:50:50 +0000

This week on Nintendo Vocie Chat, the regular crew of Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano tackle the tough questions about New Nintendo 3DS and this week's Nintendo Direct. Why no AC Adapter? Is the smaller model coming to the US? Should you buy a system on day one? What's going on with crossbuy in 2015? Near the end of the show, we talk about the announcement of a new Fire Emblem for 3DS. Stay tuned next week for everything else we missed!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Most Anticipated Games of 2015

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Jan 2015 03:04:35 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat returns in 2015! Welcome back. This week, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider are back from holiday break. We close out our discussion of Nintendo in 2014 and list our most most anticipated game for the coming year.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Missingno.

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Dec 2014 21:25:39 +0000

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Nintendo Voice Chat: The 2014 Year in Review Special -- Part One

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 08:16:46 +0000

The season finale of Nintendo Voice Chat is here! Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for part one of our special 2014 year in review. This week, we start the show with more painful tales from our quest to hunt down amiibo at US retailers. Then, after the break, the crew discusses a lot of the big games that came out in 2014. Thank you for supporting the podcast! We'll kick off 2015 with the second part of our year in review special.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Some Concerns About Zelda Wii U's Open World

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 23:18:48 +0000

This week, the crew of Nintendo Voice Chat spends nearly 30-minutes discussing Zelda Wii U. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, for a deep conversation on the merits and mistakes of Nintendo's latest Zelda footage. Then, after the break, the crew talks about Nintendo's recent holiday sales numbers, the uncertain fate of 3DS, and their personal struggles with amiibo-fever.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Too Much Water?!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 6 Dec 2014 00:50:09 +0000

IGN's Nintendo podcast brings you a special episode focused on two big games. Up first, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Marty Sliva, and special guest Kallie Plagge have a deep discussion about Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire, our review, and some feedback on where we'd like the series to go. Then, after the break, Marty kicks off a discussion about Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and his review.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Simply Smashing

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 04:49:10 +0000

The regular team of host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider are reunited once again this week on Nintendo Voice Chat. The crew deeps dives into Sakurai's recent comments about Ridley in Smash Bros, and Nintendo's quick moves to bring amiibo -- its new toy's-to-life product -- to market. All that plus the Question Block. Check it out!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Smash Wii U, Mario Kart 8's DLC, and More

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 15 Nov 2014 02:37:52 +0000

The core NVC team is reunited this week! Host Jose Otero is joined by Brian Altano and Peer Schneider to talk about Xenoblade Chronicles X's massive world, Splatoon single-player mode, Mario Kart 8's November DLC, and preview impressions of Smash Wii U and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. After the break, Jose and Brian dive into reader queries in the Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo's Holiday Gamble

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 8 Nov 2014 18:01:57 +0000

Wired GameLife editor Chris Kohler joins the cast of Ninendo Voice Chat! Listen in as Kohler, host Jose Otero, and Peer Schneider discuss Majora's Mask, Code Name S.T.E.A.M., Nintendo's amiibo figure plan, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Eternal Darkness

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:57:35 +0000

Chief Creative Office of Quantum Entanglement Entertainment Denis Dyack joins the cast of NVC this week to talk about some of his work as a GameCube developer. Also in this episode, host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider discuss Nintendo's second quarter financial results.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Smash Wii U's Secrets Revealed

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 27 Oct 2014 16:40:22 +0000

This week, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Marty Sliva, and special guest Daisy, weigh in on Nintendo's 50+ modes and features for Smash Wii U. Then, after the break, the crew discusses the wild, violent world of Bayonetta 2.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Throw Pikachu From a Plane

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 04:43:26 +0000

Mitch Dyer joins host Jose Otero and Brian Altano for the first half of this special epsiode of Nintendo Voice Chat to discuss some recent news including the Smash specific GameCube Controller Adaper, Mario Kart 8's upcoming November DLC, Pokemon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Jose's New Nintendo 3DS impressions after a week with an imported system. Then, in the second half, Peer Schneider and special guest Perrin Kaplan jump in to discuss her memories and reflections as former VP of corporate communications for Nintendo.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Factor 5's Odyssey to Make Star Wars Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 10 Oct 2014 17:59:00 +0000

This week, former Factor 5 president Julian Eggebrecht joins host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider on Nintendo Voice Chat. Tune in for a first-hand account focused on the early days of the studio and hear stories about their journey to make Star Wars games for LucasArts. Eggebrecht also shares stories of Factor 5 work with Nintendo on GameCube including some unreleased Star Wars games that they had to walk away from.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Metroid Episode

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 3 Oct 2014 03:07:36 +0000

It's been 4 years, 1 month, 2 days since Metroid: Other M's release in North America, and while the galaxy may be at peace, the Nintendo Voice Chat podcast isn't done hoping for a new entry in the series. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for a special epsiode where we deep dive into the Metroid games.

Nintendo Voice Chat: New Nintendo 3DS Impressions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 06:33:55 +0000

Brian Altano re-joins the cast of NVC this week to talk about his adventures in Japan. But that's not all, listen in as he tells host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider all about his hands-on time with New Nintendo 3DS at Tokyo Game Show. There might be a story about an earthqauke too! Then, after the break, listen to some discussion of IGN's verdict on the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Smash Wii U Theories

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 04:19:46 +0000

Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Marty Sliva this week! The crew drops some impressions on Hyrule Warriors and Smash 3DS before they share some theories for the upcoming Wii U version. Later in the show, they tackle the news and some great listener queries on The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Smash Bros. 3DS Preview Extravaganza

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 13 Sep 2014 03:40:48 +0000

Respected commentator and Meleeitonme.com contributor Kris "Toph" Aldenderfer joins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat this week! He joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they trade impressions and opinions of the new Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS. The crew takes a deep dive into the roster, some modes, the competitive scene, and a lot more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mighty No. 9 and Post PAX Impressions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Sep 2014 08:42:44 +0000

Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Marty Sliva are reunited in the podcast studio this week. While Brian Altano is away, the crew gathers to discuss Mighty No. 9, PAX Prime 2014, Bayonetta 2, and community queries on The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: A New Nintendo 3DS Emerges

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 30 Aug 2014 06:45:23 +0000

PAX is happening this weekend and we have an EXTRA SPECIAL Nintendo Voice Chat just for you! Samuel Claiborn, Peer Schneider, Brendan Graeber, Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and special guest Mark MacDonald. Tune in for impressions of Mario Kart 8 recent update, Layton Vs. Wright, figuring out Nintendo's New 3DS, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Gunvolt, Splatoon, and Gamescom

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 16:39:14 +0000

Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and guest Marty Sliva for another fun epsiode of Nintendo Voice Chat. This week, the crew discusses Azure Striker: Gunvolt, it's 8-bit cousin Mighty Gunvolt, Marty's recent Splatoon editorial, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Question Block Returns

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Aug 2014 03:59:48 +0000

IGN editor Mitch Dyer makes his Nintendo Voice Chat debut this week. He joins host Jose Otero and Brian Altano to particpate in the longest Question Block segment we've ever done. But that's not all you get this week! Tune in for impressions of SteamWorld Dig for Wii U, a spoiler free chat about Hyrule Warriors, and the news of the week.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Digging Through Nintendo's Rarest Artifacts

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Aug 2014 16:34:31 +0000

Respected video game collector Steven Lin joins host Jose Otero and Brian Altano to talk about the departure of Nintendo's Indie boss, Mario Kart 8 Update + DLC, and Bayonetta 2. After the break, the crew dives into some of the rarest Nintendo games ever made.

Nintendo Voice Chat: NES Remix, San Diego Comic-Con, and Game Boy's 25 Birthday in the US

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Aug 2014 01:29:57 +0000

Brian Altano returns to Nintendo Voice Chat with some impressions of games he played at San Diego Comic-Con. Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian also discuss Nintendo's recent financial numbers, the overload of information about Hyrule Warriors, NES Remix 1+2's retail package, and the 25th anniversary of the Game Boy in the US.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Show and Tell With Our Favorite Nintendo Treasures

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Jul 2014 02:48:06 +0000

This week on NVC, host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider talk about our most prized Nintendo-related items with developer Mike Mika.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Death of Club Nintendo?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 17:34:26 +0000

This week NVC starts off with a second round of post E3 impressions for Kirby and the Rainbow Curse, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, and Smash Bros. 3DS. Afterwards, the crew switches gears to discuss some recent Nintendo news. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Marty Sliva for another fun episode of IGN's Nintendo podcast.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Zelda's Next Big Step

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Jul 2014 08:21:07 +0000

The cast of Nintendo Voice Chat is back for a regularly scheduled format this week! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they share brief final thoughts on Star Fox, The Legend of Zelda's next big step as a vast open world, and another installment of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Star Fox Episode

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Jul 2014 02:38:50 +0000

The cast of Nintendo Voice Chat shoots for the stars this week! Listen to host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano discuss the Star Fox series. We begin with what made the original Super Nintendo game such a special piece of Nintendo history. But the journey doesn't end there. We also discuss why Star Fox 64 was the pinnacle of the series, the disappointment of Star Fox Adventures, and more. So strap in, do a barrel roll, and get ready for a very special episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Shovel Knight Cometh

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Jun 2014 03:09:36 +0000

Colin Moriarty joins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat this week to talk about why Shovel Knight is his favorite game of 2014 (so far). Kick back and Colin, host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they trade impressions about the latest games and news from Nintendo.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2014 -- Part Two

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 Jun 2014 01:32:15 +0000

Part two of Nintendo Voice Chat's E3 2014 extravaganza continues with the return of an extra special guest: IGN's Fran Mirabella makes a return appearance on NVC to talk about his participation in a special Smash Bros. competition during E3. He joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Tim Gettys to roundup IGN's E3 2014 coverage. We discuss the E3 lineup, the third-party problem, and what Nintendo didn't show at E3 this year.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2014 Special -- Part One

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 05:11:31 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat is coming to you live from E3 2014! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Sam Claiborn for a one-hour discussion about Nintendo's E3 offerings. We'll follow up with anotehr round next week and cover anything we missed then.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2014 Cometh

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Jun 2014 18:37:35 +0000

Mario Kart 8 has a solid sales start, but that's not the only discussion happening on Nintendo Voice Chat this week. E3 is here. And we have major expectations for Nintendo this year. Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Brian Altano, as the trio discuss the things they want to see from Nintendo at E3 (and maybe even some things they don't want to see).

Nintendo Voice Chat: A New Challenger Approaches

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 May 2014 06:54:27 +0000

Mario is driving a Mercedes-Benz! The 16-players participating in the Smash Bros. Invitational at E3 have been revealed! But wait, there's more. Nintendo lifted the veil on some other suprises this week. So join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider as they break down some of the bigger news stories of the week. After that, stick around for this week's Question of the Week.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Story of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 May 2014 00:48:42 +0000

IGN's Nintendo podcast brings you a very special episode this week. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they remember the recently disabled Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection with Todd Northcutt, former General Manager for GameSpy Technology -- the company that built Nintendo's DS and Wii online infrastructure. After that, stick around for the news and a few reader queries in our Question Block segment.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Nintendo Figurines and a Brief History of Nintendo at E3

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 May 2014 23:33:18 +0000

IGN's Nintendo vets Samuel Claiborn, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider and Marty Sliva discuss the recently announced Skylanders-like NFC figurines and then take a trip to past Nintendo E3 announcements, five years at a time: 2009, 2004, 1999, 1994.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Wii U Woes, Pokemon Remakes, and Mario Kart 8

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 May 2014 07:39:11 +0000

IGN's Nintendo crew assembles! Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, and special guest Greg Miller, as they tour through all the latest Wii U woes, the recent Pokemon remake news, and more Mario Kart 8 impressions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Get Ready for E3 2014

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 1 May 2014 04:16:01 +0000

WELCOOOME to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider focus on all the recent, exciting news: Mario Kart 8's bundle and why its online modes are relevant, plus more GBA games are coming to Wii U's Virtual Console. We also spend a lot of time talking about Nintendo's three-pronged strategy for E3 2014. But that's not all! Will Nintendo unveil some type of new hardware at E3? Tune in and listen to what we've been hearing on the matter.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Underappreciated NES Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 03:31:45 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat Returns with a special 90-minute episode! Special Guests Sam Claiborn and Colin Moriarty join host Jose Otero and Brian Altano to talk about some of the most under appreciated Nintendo Entertainment System games of all time. Also this week, the crew discusses some under appreciated NES games, the Game Boy's 25th Anniversary, and another trip through listener queries in The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: IGN Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 00:58:05 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat's regular cast of contributors are reunited, and we have a lot to talk about! This week, Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider recap some the recent news for Super Smash Bros and Tomodachi Life, and then we talk about why WarioWare Inc. is one of the greatest games of all-time. In the final segment, our panel answers some of your queries in another installment of The Question Block.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Mario Kart 8 Preview Extravaganza

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 3 Apr 2014 20:00:45 +0000

This week, the Nintendo Voice Chat podcast jumps into the fast lane with a bunch of preview info for Mario Kart 8. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Marty Sliva, and special guest Greg Miller, as we share our impressions and check out IGN's comprehensive coverage right here.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Question Block

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Mar 2014 06:55:44 +0000

Thanks to the effort of our awesome listeners, the new segment on Nintendo Voice Chat has a name! But there's more news to talk about than just that. Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Marty Sliva, and Tim Gettys, as we discuss Nintendo (and Sony) at PAX East, the grim future of the Yoshi's Island series, and more.

Special thanks to podcast listener beyondthestars_scr and everyone else that sent in questions and name suggestions for this podcast segment.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Game Developers Unite!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 22 Mar 2014 01:28:09 +0000

The annual Game Developers Conference comes to San Francisco! Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider and Sam Claiborn to talk about Nintendo's recent indie offerings.

Nintendo Voice Chat Live: Our NVStreetPass Event

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 15 Mar 2014 00:17:27 +0000

On Thursday, March 13, 2014, IGN hosted a StreetPass event and recorded a live Nintendo Voice Chat. Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, Brian Altano, and Marty Sliva for an hour of conversation and hysterics. The big topic for this podcast? 2D vs. 3D: Our Favorite Nintendo Franchises Face-Off.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Cha-Cha-Changes

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 8 Mar 2014 01:23:15 +0000

IGN Nintendo assembles and makes some changes to your favorite podcast. This week we debut a revamped episode structure, so tune in join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, and Marty Sliva for impressions of DK Tropical Freeze and Yoshi's New Island, the latest news, and a returning segment idea from one of the best video game podcasts ever made.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Donkey Kong, Pokemon, and the Death of Nintendo Wi-fi

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 28 Feb 2014 18:57:21 +0000

This week, NVC #LetTimHost. Join Tim Gettys, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, and Greg Miller as they talk about the challenging platforming of Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, the weird world of Twitch Plays Pokemon, and the Shutdown of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Looking Back on the Year of Luigi

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 17:36:31 +0000

The Year of Luigi is coming to an end soon, so this week NVC looks back on Nintendo's first yearlong character theme. Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tim Gettys also briefly look back on Luigi's memories. But bigger questions loom in 2014: Will Nintendo approach E3 with a media briefing or bet it all on another Nintendo Direct presentation? We also read community feedback for what you want to see from the next Metroid game.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Big Stories from Nintendo Direct and Real Talk with Fran Mirabella

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:51:49 +0000

The illustrious Fran Mirabella joins the cast of Nintendo Voice Chat to talk about Nintendo Direct, The Future of Metroid Prime, and a special segment where we ask him some tough questions. Join Peer Schneider and Jose Otero, as they journey into the future of Nintendo's cult favorite franchise.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Let's Talk About the Future of Nintendo

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 6 Feb 2014 23:26:00 +0000

IGN gathers to talk about the future of Nintendo. Join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Marty Sliva, and Peer Schneider as they trade opinions and theories about Nintendo's recent investor meeting.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our 2014 Predictions Podcast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 06:13:08 +0000

IGN Nintendo is making big predictions for 2014. Join Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Marty Sliva, and the NVC debut of video producer Tim Gettys, as they stare into the future and deliver 20 predictions they expect from Nintendo this year.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 2013 in Review

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 18:20:24 +0000

Welcome to our first official show of 2014! Join Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano, as they discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from Nintendo in 2013.

Nintendo Voice Chat: NES Remix, Bravely Default and Wii U and 3DS 2013 Sales Numbers

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 23:17:00 +0000

NVC: Season's Greetings

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 20 Dec 2013 02:06:00 +0000

So you thought NVC was done with 2013, well it turns out Nintendo wasn’t done with us. Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Marty Sliva for a spirited discussion focused on the Nintendo Direct that happened on 12/18. We hit a new record of three f-bombs in this episode, so please put the kids to bed before listening. Check out what we think about Hyrule Warriors, Kirby Triple Delux, Chibi Robo, NES Remix, Rosalina in Smash Bros, and more. Happy holidays and see you next year!

NVC121313: Episode 196 or 244?!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 16 Dec 2013 23:14:08 +0000

Season’s greetings NVC listeners! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for our final episode of 2013. This week, we discuss which item should be dropped from future Zeldas, Nintendo’s low Wii U sales, the brilliance of Sega’s 3D Classics, and Miiverse on 3DS. Also, you should be warned that there’s a pretty big Zelda: A Link Between Worlds spoiler tucked away at the end of the show.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Zelda Spoilercast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 4 Dec 2013 07:38:00 +0000

NVC's Zelda: A Link Between Worlds spoilercast is here! Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and special guest Greg Miller get together to talk about Link's adventure through Hyrule, Lorule, and everything in between.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Doorbusters

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 01:44:52 +0000

Marty Sliva joins host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider to answer your listener emails. Happy holidays!

Nintendo Voice Chat: A Podcast Between Worlds

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 20:45:00 +0000

Hey! Listen! Keza MacDonald joins the cast of NVC this week (Jose, Brian, and Peer) to participate in a spoiler-free discussion of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds and we trade some more stories of multiplayer mayhem in Super Mario 3D World.

Learn more about the 4th Annual Nintendo World Report Child's Play Telethon here.

Nintendo Voice Chat: November Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:31:22 +0000

IGN news editor Andrew Goldfarb joins the regular cats of NVC (Jose, Peer, and Brian) to talk about art in The Legend of Zelda and his recent Pokemon Y adventures. The crew also chats about your Question of the Week responses and the recent Nintendo Direct from Novemeber 13th.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Workout Plan

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 8 Nov 2013 09:11:38 +0000

Host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano are joined by IGN's newly crowned King of Fitness, Brian Albert, to talk about Wii Fit U, Wii Sports Club, Super Mario 3D World, and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Castlevania Episode, Part One

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Nov 2013 08:37:36 +0000

Rise Koopalings and join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Colin Moriarty, as they talk about one of the great franchises of the 8-bit era: Konami's Castlevania.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Great Sonic Debate

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 07:11:19 +0000

Sonic takes center stage this week on NVC. Host Jose Otero is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Vince Ingenito to talk about the divisive Sonic Lost World, Brian's Pokemon Adventures, and your responses to our previous question of the week.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Catch 'Em All

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Oct 2013 19:32:00 +0000

NVC is back! Join host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, Meghan Sullivan, and special guest Francesco Dagostino, as they trade impressions on Nintendo 2DS, Pokemon, Rune Factory 4, and talk about the latest Zelda news from NY Comic-Com.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Our Zelda Wind Waker HD Special

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 4 Oct 2013 06:21:00 +0000

Speedrunner extraordinaire Cosmo Wright joins host Jose Otero, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for a special episode dedicated to the release of The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Business as Usual

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 13:32:00 +0000

This week on NVC, host Jose Otero and Peer Schneider are joined by a pair of special guests: IGN Video editor extraordinaire Brendan Graeber and Managing Editor Chuck "Built Like a Machamp" Osborn. The foursome gather together to discuss Phoenix Wright 5, Scribblenauts Unmasked, Japanese Candy, and this week's news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Monster Hunter Phenomenon

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 21 Sep 2013 00:01:39 +0000

NVC! Japan! A match made in heaven! Join host Jose Otero, Keza MacDonald, Kyle McClain, and Andrew Alfonso, as they talk about the passing of Hiroshi Yamauchi and a deep dive into the Monster Hunter phenomenon.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Top 5 Nintendo 3DS Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:36:00 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat returns! And this week, we talk about everyone's favorite thing: the dreaded top ten list! Join host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider, and Sam Claiborne, as they discuss this week's controversial IGN feature about the top 25 Nintendo 3DS games. They also chat about Jose's upcoming trip to Japan, Monster Hunter 4, and this week's eShop releases.

NVC: Last-Minute Planning

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 6 Sep 2013 07:01:00 +0000

This week, host Jose Otero, Brian Altano, Peer Schneider are joined by erstwhile IGN video dude extraordinaire Brian Malkiewicz, as they chat about The Wonderful 101, Rayman Legends, eShop releases, Kickstarter projects and more. Shoutout to Peer for pulling this program together at the last minute.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Let's Talk About 2DS

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 08:29:23 +0000

During last week's podcast, we wondered what Nintendo would do as they entered the Fall season. Well, it looks like they responded. There's a new addition to the Nintendo 3DS family, a Wii U price cut, and a bunch of other announcements.

Join host Jose Otero, Brain Altano, Sam Claiborne and the return of former IGN editor Craig Harris, as they dissect all Nintendo's latest moves for the crucial holiday season.

Nintendo Voice Chat: What Should Nintendo Do Now?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 04:30:00 +0000

USGamer's Jeremy Parish joins IGN's Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider to discuss a recent editorial he wrote regarding the current state of Nintendo. It's no secret that Wii U sales have stalled, but what's Nintendo's next move?

Afterwards, Jose and Jeremy trade impressions on The Legend of Zelda Wind Waker HD, which they both played earlier this week at Nintendo.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Goodbye, Richard George

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 07:04:00 +0000

This week Nintendo Voice Chat says goodbye to Richard George, as he heads off onto new challenges and endeavors. But where is Rich going, you ask? Listen in, and join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider as they bid farewell to an IGN all-star.

Even though goodbyes are always hard, the show must go on. Marty Sliva joins us in the second segment to talk about The Wonderful 101, Pikmin 3, and the surpring eShop release SteamWorld Dig.

Nintendo Voice Chat: IGN Dissects the Nintendo Direct

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 9 Aug 2013 05:56:00 +0000

IGN editors team up to dissect August 7th's Nintendo Direct. Host Jose Otero is joined by Brian Altano, Richard George, and Sam Claiborne, as the crew spends a long amount of talking about Zelda and other announcements. Also, get ready for NVC's first question of the week segement. Submit an email to ign_nvc@ign.com with your answer for Altano's question and we might read your response on the show.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Your Pikmin 3 Questions Answered!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 2 Aug 2013 07:34:00 +0000

Back by popular demand, the Nintendo Video Chat podcast returns this week! Join host Jose Otero with special guests Brian Altano, Brendan Graeber, and the retun of the mighty Richard George. We tackle your Pikmin 3 questions for this episode. Please leave us feedback on IGN or iTunes and let us know how we're doing.

Nintendo Voice Chat Returns to Talk About Earthbound!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 05:43:54 +0000

Everyone's favorite Nintendo podcast re-emerges this week, but with a few surprises. IGN's Jose Otero takes over hosting duties for a special NVC mini-episode with guests Brian Altano, Andrew Goldfarb, and Marty Sliva. The crew gathers to talk about last week's major Wii U Virtual Console release, Earthbound.

It took 19 years for Earthbound to slip out of the Nintendo vault. Thankfully, you won't have to wait as long for the next episode of this podcast. Leave us feedback and let us know what you think.

Super NVC: We Play Animal Crossing: New Leaf and Predict E3 2013

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 7 Jun 2013 22:59:51 +0000

Super NCV: The Best Super Metroid 30 Cents Can Buy

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 28 May 2013 19:40:18 +0000

Super NVC: Nintendo's E3 News and Wii U's Virtual Console

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:30:21 +0000

Nintendo Voice Chat: A Link to the Past 2, Earthbound and 3DS Domination

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 19:05:35 +0000

Super NVC: Playing Luigi's Mansion and Discussing DuckTales

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Apr 2013 00:20:44 +0000

Nintendo Video Chat: We Find Cool Mario Stuff in LEGO City and Castlevania is Ruined

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:40:00 +0000

Super NVC: The Year of Luigi

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:53:31 +0000

Super NVC: Playing Fire Emblem Awakening

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 2 Feb 2013 00:49:02 +0000

Super NVC: New Zelda(s), 3D Mario and Mario Kart Announced for Wii U

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:51:56 +0000

Super NVC: In the Year 2013

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:37:43 +0000

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing Metroid Prime

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 8 Dec 2012 00:58:43 +0000

Metroid Prime turned ten on November 18, 2012. IGN's original reviewer and old-school Nintendo crew celebrate Retro Studios' masterpiece with a trip back to Talon IV.

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing New Super Mario Bros. U

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 23:19:07 +0000

With two weeks of Wii U and sooooo much Pilgrim food under our belts, the Nintendo Video Chat Team is back to discuss our favorite new Nintendo console, the Wii U. (Sorry, Wii Mini!).

This week IGN's Nintendo-leaning professionals, Samuel Claiborn, Richard George, Brian Altano and Audrey Drake discuss New Super Mario Bros. U. Spoilers: We love it! And also there are some actual spoilers in this episode. Mainly about what you unlock when you beat Bowser.

Nintendo Video Chat: Wii U Launch Guide

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:58:32 +0000

IGN discusses the Wii U hardware and reviews for Ninja Gaiden, New Super Mario Bros. U and Nintendo Land.

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing Nintendo Land

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 5 Oct 2012 00:24:00 +0000

We play the Wii U launch game and discuss Zelda, Mario and Metroid minigames.

Nintendo Video Chat: Super Mario Kart

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 4 Oct 2012 00:36:00 +0000

The NVC crew plays Super Mario Kart for its 20th anniversary.

Nintendo Video Chat: Wii U Launch Analysis

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 2 Oct 2012 20:46:00 +0000

The IGN staff discusses what we'll be playing on Wii U launch day.

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing DuckTales

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 20:35:00 +0000

This week the NVC crew remembers Nintendo Power and plays DuckTales.

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing New Super Mario Bros. 2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 21:45:00 +0000

This week on NVC we play New SMB2 and talk about a new Zelda... It's a book GASP!

Nintendo Video Chat: Playing Mario Sunshine

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 08:13:00 +0000

The NVC crew gathers to replay Mario Sunshine, talk Nintendo news, and answer your burning questions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 3DS XL and Mario Musings

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Aug 2012 23:44:00 +0000

We finally have our greedy hands on the 3DS XL and New Super Mario Bros. 2. Here's what we think of both...

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Great Graphics Debate

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 00:30:00 +0000

Rich and Audrey discuss the importance (irrelevance?) of graphical power, Iwata's Wii U/3DS XL comments, Smash Bros. and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Reader Mail Extravaganza!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 5 Jul 2012 22:15:00 +0000

The NVC crew joins forces to answer all your burning questions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: A Wild Podcast Appears!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 22:12:00 +0000

The NVC crew joins forces to discuss Pokemon Black 2/White 2, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy, the 3DS XL Circle Pad Pro, and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat XL: Big News, Big Surprises, Big Screens

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:30:00 +0000

The NVC crew joins forces to discuss all the news from last night's Nintendo Direct broadcast.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 2012 Reflections

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 23:35:00 +0000

The NVC crew joins to reflect on the wild, wild ride we call E3 2012.

E3 2012: Nintendo Conference Impressions

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 6 Jun 2012 05:52:00 +0000

Rich and Audrey share their thoughts on the Big N's big show.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 Madness Has Begun!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 5 Jun 2012 06:49:00 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chatters talk the GamePad, Pro Controller, Mii Universe, Monday's conferences and 3DS rumors.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Epic E3 Extravaganza

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 1 Jun 2012 23:32:00 +0000

The NVC crew grabbed all the IGN editors we could get a hold of for our biggest recording yet. Don't miss it!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mario's Got Game

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 8 May 2012 23:20:00 +0000

The NVC crew joins forces once more to discuss Mario Tennis Open, E3, Pokemon Conquest and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Mustache Strikes Back

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 1 May 2012 23:29:00 +0000

The crew once again joins forces to talk Wii U, Smash Bros., digital downloads, PlayStation ripoffs and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat: New Super Mario Madness

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:28:00 +0000

IGN's Nintendo team discusses all the Nintendo Direct news and tackles reader questions. Listen now!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Underground Edition

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:28:00 +0000

The NVC crew goes low tech to chat about all the latest Nintendo news for your listening pleasure.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 3DS Summer Fun & Wii U Rumors

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:49:00 +0000

The NVC discusses all the badass 3DS games headed our way in the coming months, Wii U rumors and more.

Kid Icarus Uprising: The NVC Edition

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:53:00 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat crew joins once again to finally open up on all things Icarus.

Does Kid Icarus Uprising Fly or Fail?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:53:00 +0000

The Nintendo Voice Chat crew joins once more to discuss Pit's latest adventure, randomness in multiplayer games and more!

Nintendo Voice Chat: PokeMania!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000

A Pokemon sequel? The Last Story coming to North America? What's going on?!

Should Nintendo Fans Buy a Vita?

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 9 Feb 2012 01:59:00 +0000

The NVC crew discusses the new PlayStation handheld.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Audrey Hosts! (Uh Oh)

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 2 Feb 2012 02:37:00 +0000

The chatters break down all the news that's broken since they last gathered. Also... Audrey's hosting?!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Resident Evil Uprising

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:35:00 +0000

The NVC crew gathers to discuss two of the hottest games coming to 3DS this year.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Wii U Confusion

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 01:02:00 +0000

The crew discusses Nintendo's new console and answers your burning questions.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Zelda Timeline Madness!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 4 Jan 2012 01:42:00 +0000

Celebrate the new year with a healthy dose of NVC podcasting goodness.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Reader Mail Extravaganza!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:00:00 +0000

Join the NVC crew for the final podcast of 2011.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Ambassadors Unite!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:32:00 +0000

Join the Chatters for your weekly dose of NVC goodness.

Super Nintendo Voice Chat LIVE: Zelda Spoilercast

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 8 Dec 2011 01:00:00 +0000

Join the NVC crew for a special live, video edition in which we'll talk all things Skyward Sword.

Nintendo Voice Chat - Special Zelda Podcast #2

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 03:07:00 +0000

We discuss Zelda, Zelda reviews and what it's like to play Zelda.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Zelda and Kirby and Layton - Oh My!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:04:00 +0000

After the world's longest hiatus, the NVC crew is back, and chattier than ever!

Nintendo Voice Chat - Special Zelda Podcast #1

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:55:00 +0000

We've played a lot of Zelda and now we're going to tell you about it.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Post Tokyo Game Show

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:50:00 +0000

A full cast discusses the state of the 3DS after Nintendo's wacky press conference.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: TGS News Extravaganza

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 00:20:00 +0000

We gather to discuss all the hot topics from this year's TGS.

NVC Live: Super Nintendo Voice Chat

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:49:00 +0000

We're doing it live to celebrate the SNES's anniversary.

NVC Podcast: Nintendo Learns Its Launch Day Lesson

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:45:00 +0000

We discuss the botched 3DS launch, Skyward Sword's release date and a new Wii.

NVC Live: Under-Appreciated and Unknown Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 2 Aug 2011 22:10:00 +0000

We're kickin' ass and takin' calls for IGN's first live podcast.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Hugely Huge 3DS News!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:43:00 +0000

Some big 3DS news arrived today, and we're here to chat about it.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Mega Man is Mega Canned

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:59:00 +0000

We mourn the loss of the two big Mega Man games that will never be.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast: Remembering the Nintendo DS

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 05:37:00 +0000

An old friend joins in on our celebration of this awesome Nintendo handheld.

NVC: Nintendo Says 'No' to Wii RPGs, 'Yes' to More Kirby

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:50:00 +0000

We talk Kirby and dig out from beneath a pile of reader mail.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Missing Wii Games

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:07:00 +0000

The IGN Nintendo crew discusses The Last Story, Pandora's Tower and Xenoblade. "Operation Rainfall" is here.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Life and Times of Wii

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:51:00 +0000

As many eyes turn toward Wii U, Rich and his team look back on Wii.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Weekend Madness

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 01:31:00 +0000

Recording on a Friday leads to madness. You have been warned.

Nintendo Voice Chat: A Quick Update

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 01:35:00 +0000

Our full podcast will hit later in the week, but here's some Rich and Audrey chatter to hold you over.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Wii U, Zelda and the 3DS

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 8 Jun 2011 07:08:00 +0000

Still hyped about Nintendo's announcements? So is the NVC crew.

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Eve of E3

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 1 Jun 2011 03:23:00 +0000

It's the final NVC before E3. What do we think will happen?

Nintendo Voice Chat: It's the Dog's Bollocks

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 25 May 2011 23:41:00 +0000

More E3 discussion as the big show approaches.

Nintendo Voice Chat: E3 Approaches

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 18 May 2011 01:28:00 +0000

This podcast is the dog's bollocks, apparently.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Ghosts of E3s Past

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 11 May 2011 02:29:00 +0000

The launch of the GameCube. The debut of Zelda's new style. The arrival of the Nintendo DS. A lot has happened at E3 for Nintendo.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Party On, Koopalings

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 4 May 2011 01:21:00 +0000

Nintendo reacts to poor Wii sales while the NVC crew loses their minds. Plus reader Q&A!

Nintendo Voice Chat: The Dawn of Fran Fiction

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 02:31:00 +0000

Plus all the latest Wii 2/Project Cafe, Wii and 3DS news.

Nintendo Voice Chat: You Got Some Wii 2 in Our Project Cafe

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:26:00 +0000

Last week we focused on Zelda. This week we focus on Nintendo's successor for Wii.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Ocarina of Timebomb

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 22:32:00 +0000

All things Zelda, especially Ocarina of Time for the 3DS.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Three Guys, a Girl, and a Pikachu

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 6 Apr 2011 00:20:00 +0000

The 3DS and Pokemon. Seriously there's not much else to talk about these days.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Finally... 3DS is Here

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:07:00 +0000

A new Nintendo system is here, plus the NVC crew welcomes a new member.

Nintendo Voice Chat: 3DS Mania

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 01:16:00 +0000

It's all 3DS all the time. Can the launch be here already?

Nintendo Voice Chat: 3DS, Okamiden, and Lady Gaga

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:20:00 +0000

We have the Nintendo 3DS, we played Okamiden, and we discuss the moral ramifications of Pokemon.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Mario, Pokemon and Zelda Madness

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 9 Mar 2011 01:40:00 +0000

About five million things happened last week. It was a good week.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Pokemaniacs

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 01:01:00 +0000

We have Pokemon in the office, but we can't tell you how rad it is yet, so we'll just go crazy instead.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Catch 'Em All

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 03:58:00 +0000

The most electrifying podcast in all of gaming.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Not Episode 100

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 9 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000

What do we think of Mario Sports Mix? Plus, Star Fox!

Nintendo Voice Chat: Whip It Good

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:01:00 +0000

Frozen Codebase stops by to talk about their new WiiWare game, Jam City Rollergirls!

Nintendo Voice Chat: 3DStravaganza!

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:43:00 +0000

We chat about the 3DS launch lineup, the price, and how much our hands hurt.

Nintendo Voice Chat's New Member

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 01:22:00 +0000

Rich and his team talk about the 3DS, Zelda and answer reader questions.

The Return of Nintendo Voice Chat

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 02:04:00 +0000

Rich takes control of IGN's Nintendo podcast world. The best of 2010, the anticipated of 2011 and reader Q&A are on the agenda.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Bananarama

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:41:00 +0000

Craig says his farewell, also Goldeneye, Donkey Kong, Golden Sun.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Wrath of God

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 3 Nov 2010 00:41:00 +0000

Donkey Kong Country Returns, Goldeneye, and some sweet Bucker & Garcia tunes.

Nintendo Voice Chat: Goldeneye of the Beholder

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 19:50:00 +0000

How Kirby is the new Kirby? Who hates Goldeneye? Why does Mario have a gun?!

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 92

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:03:00 +0000

Jack didn't screw up this week, so the podcast isn't 3 hours long!

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 91

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:51:00 +0000

Did we mention we're still REALLY excited for the 3DS?

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 90

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 18:03:00 +0000

Send us booze, get on the podcast!

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 89

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:07:00 +0000

The Pikachu sound effect is back, you all know what that means.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 88

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 8 Sep 2010 21:59:00 +0000

Sam hosts one last time

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 87

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

We're endorsed by Mario himself!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast 86

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:48:00 +0000

This week's topics include the Nintendo holiday lineup, a new Wii peripheral and a very special birthday.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 85

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 9 Aug 2010 23:25:00 +0000

Not quite "sixty-fouuuuuuuur" bits of awesome. But this NES talk is still awesome.

Nintendo Voice Chat, Podcast Episode 84

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 3 Aug 2010 23:10:00 +0000

We're a day late, but we're still freaking awesome.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 83

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:16:00 +0000

Back from Comic Con and heading to Classic Gaming Expo!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 82

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 01:10:00 +0000

It's '80s week on NVC!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 81

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:09:00 +0000

Did you know "Nintendo Fan Art" is an anagram for "A Fondant Intern" which is what we call Anthony!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode (Pretty Much) 80

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 22:05:00 +0000

We're still excited about the 3DS, except for Daemon who has broken eyeballs.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 79

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:32:00 +0000

It's our E3 special, one week after the show.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 78

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 7 Jun 2010 23:21:00 +0000

Special guest Levi come on to discuss our E3 predictions.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 77

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 25 May 2010 01:16:00 +0000

We talk about, surprise: Super Mario Galaxy 2. But there are other goodies within.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 76

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 10 May 2010 23:35:00 +0000

Peer is back, and we talk about Galaxy 2 (finally!).

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 75

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 3 May 2010 23:11:00 +0000

Craig returns from vacation but hasn't got a clue. Also, some reader mail makes the second half better than the first.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 74

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:14:00 +0000

When the Craig is away, we 'Craigway' anyway!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 73

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 23:18:00 +0000

The return of Daemon!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 72

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:15:00 +0000

We've got Chobot and an autotuner, what could possibly go wrong?

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 71

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:51:00 +0000

The crew's back in a brand new room. We talk about the 3DS!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 70

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:30:00 +0000

This is the worst episode ever.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 69

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 23:34:00 +0000

Craig and his cohorts jump into the recording booth for some Nintendo (Sony) chat.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 68

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:27:00 +0000

Sexy Levi Buchanan lends his voice for this week's episode.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 67

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:18:00 +0000

A special edition of our weekly podcast covering the Nintendo Media Summit.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 66

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:56:00 +0000

Nintendo's media summit's coming up! What can we expect? And other goodies.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 65

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 9 Feb 2010 00:32:00 +0000

An editor gets his final word before riding off into the sunset.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast Episode 64

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 2 Feb 2010 00:23:00 +0000

Talkin' about the Nintendo Sixty-Fooooooooooour!!!

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 63

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:25:00 +0000

We sit around chatting about Tatsunoko vs. Capcom, No More Heroes 2, NBA Jam and more.

Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 62

dan_parkhurst@ign.com (IGN) — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:01:00 +0000

Two in a row. Let's keep this party going.