<![CDATA[Playsound Podcast]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joe-aravich Anchor Podcasts Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:12:05 GMT Playsound Give yourself a nerd-gasm by listening to Joe Aravich and Chris D'Arcangelo talk about alternative music, video games, pop culture, TV, and more in this general-interest podcast for both "The Scene" and nerds alike. episodic yes Alternative,Music,Video,Games,Indie,Playstation,Nintendo,Sony,Microsoft,Xbox,Blink182,Green,Day,All,Time,Low,Bon,Iver,Podcast,Music,Sports,Punk,Entertainment,General,InterestPlaysoundplaysoundpodcast@gmail.comPlaysound <![CDATA[Our Final Switch 2 Predictions]]> In this Switch 2 prediction BLOWOUT, Joe and Chris express their excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, discussing their expectations and speculations about its hardware, online features, and anticipated games. They reflect on the nostalgia of past Nintendo consoles and the potential for new functionalities, including achievements and a second screen for DS/3DS games. The duo also dives into the significance of Mario Kart and the possibility of a new 3D Mario game, emphasizing the importance of a strong launch lineup. In this conversation, Joe and Chris delve into the exciting possibilities surrounding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss anticipated game releases, including new Zelda titles, the potential for GameCube and Wii online services, and the future of beloved franchises like Donkey Kong, Fire Emblem, and Pokémon. The duo also speculates on collaborations with Xbox and Sony, and the overall excitement for the console's launch.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Nintendo Direct

05:19 Anticipation for the Switch 2

07:16 Hardware Speculations and Features

12:31 Online Functionality and Achievements

18:10 Pricing Predictions and Market Positioning

24:17 Game Upscaling and Performance Expectations

30:15 Nostalgia and Legacy Game Integration

35:01 Revamping the eShop Experience

38:01 Anticipating Launch Titles for Switch 2

41:38 Speculating on Mario Kart Innovations

45:59 The Future of 3D Mario Games

49:54 Exploring New Zelda Adventures

53:44 The Potential of GameCube and Wii Classics

58:01 The Next Generation of Smash Bros

01:01:08 The Return of Donkey Kong

01:02:00 Xenoblade Chronicles and Frame Rate Upgrades

01:07:27 Pricing for Switch 2 Games

01:09:23 Fire Emblem Games

01:11:58 New Pokémon Releases

01:15:39 Reviving Classic Nintendo Franchises

01:20:07 The Future of Xbox and Nintendo Collaboration

01:22:35 Speculating on Upcoming Game Announcements

01:25:18 Dreaming Big: Pie-in-the-Sky Game Ideas

01:29:15 Preparing for the Switch 2 Launch

01:35:24 Final Thoughts and Predictions


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joe-aravich/episodes/Our-Final-Switch-2-Predictions-e3108ps 72f3101b-2566-4737-8b40-2df2ab0197e1 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:13:00 GMT <p>In this Switch 2 prediction BLOWOUT, Joe and Chris express their excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, discussing their expectations and speculations about its hardware, online features, and anticipated games. They reflect on the nostalgia of past Nintendo consoles and the potential for new functionalities, including achievements and a second screen for DS/3DS games. The duo also dives into the significance of Mario Kart and the possibility of a new 3D Mario game, emphasizing the importance of a strong launch lineup. In this conversation, Joe and Chris delve into the exciting possibilities surrounding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss anticipated game releases, including new Zelda titles, the potential for GameCube and Wii online services, and the future of beloved franchises like Donkey Kong, Fire Emblem, and Pokémon. The duo also speculates on collaborations with Xbox and Sony, and the overall excitement for the console&#39;s launch.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Nintendo Direct</p><p>05:19 Anticipation for the Switch 2</p><p>07:16 Hardware Speculations and Features</p><p>12:31 Online Functionality and Achievements</p><p>18:10 Pricing Predictions and Market Positioning</p><p>24:17 Game Upscaling and Performance Expectations</p><p>30:15 Nostalgia and Legacy Game Integration</p><p>35:01 Revamping the eShop Experience</p><p>38:01 Anticipating Launch Titles for Switch 2</p><p>41:38 Speculating on Mario Kart Innovations</p><p>45:59 The Future of 3D Mario Games</p><p>49:54 Exploring New Zelda Adventures</p><p>53:44 The Potential of GameCube and Wii Classics</p><p>58:01 The Next Generation of Smash Bros</p><p>01:01:08 The Return of Donkey Kong</p><p>01:02:00 Xenoblade Chronicles and Frame Rate Upgrades</p><p>01:07:27 Pricing for Switch 2 Games</p><p>01:09:23 Fire Emblem Games</p><p>01:11:58 New Pokémon Releases</p><p>01:15:39 Reviving Classic Nintendo Franchises</p><p>01:20:07 The Future of Xbox and Nintendo Collaboration</p><p>01:22:35 Speculating on Upcoming Game Announcements</p><p>01:25:18 Dreaming Big: Pie-in-the-Sky Game Ideas</p><p>01:29:15 Preparing for the Switch 2 Launch</p><p>01:35:24 Final Thoughts and Predictions</p><p><br></p> false 01:37:32 full playsoundpodcast@gmail.com (Playsound)In this Switch 2 prediction BLOWOUT, Joe and Chris express their excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, discussing their expectations and speculations about its hardware, online features, and anticipated games. They reflect on the nostalgia of past Nintendo consoles and the potential for new functionalities, including achievements and a second screen for DS/3DS games. The duo also dives into the significance of Mario Kart and the possibility of a new 3D Mario game, emphasizing the importance of a strong launch lineup. In this conversation, Joe and Chris delve into the exciting possibilities surrounding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss anticipated game releases, including new Zelda titles, the potential for GameCube and Wii online services, and the future of beloved franchises like Donkey Kong, Fire Emblem, and Pokémon. The duo also speculates on collaborations with Xbox and Sony, and the overall excitement for the console&#39;s launch. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Nintendo Direct 05:19 Anticipation for the Switch 2 07:16 Hardware Speculations and Features 12:31 Online Functionality and Achievements 18:10 Pricing Predictions and Market Positioning 24:17 Game Upscaling and Performance Expectations 30:15 Nostalgia and Legacy Game Integration 35:01 Revamping the eShop Experience 38:01 Anticipating Launch Titles for Switch 2 41:38 Speculating on Mario Kart Innovations 45:59 The Future of 3D Mario Games 49:54 Exploring New Zelda Adventures 53:44 The Potential of GameCube and Wii Classics 58:01 The Next Generation of Smash Bros 01:01:08 The Return of Donkey Kong 01:02:00 Xenoblade Chronicles and Frame Rate Upgrades 01:07:27 Pricing for Switch 2 Games 01:09:23 Fire Emblem Games 01:11:58 New Pokémon Releases 01:15:39 Reviving Classic Nintendo Franchises 01:20:07 The Future of Xbox and Nintendo Collaboration 01:22:35 Speculating on Upcoming Game Announcements 01:25:18 Dreaming Big: Pie-in-the-Sky Game Ideas 01:29:15 Preparing for the Switch 2 Launch 01:35:24 Final Thoughts and PredictionsPlaysoundAlternative,Music,Video,Games,Indie,Playstation,Nintendo,Sony,Microsoft,Xbox,Blink182,Green,Day,All,Time,Low,Bon,Iver,Podcast,Music,Sports,Punk,Entertainment,General,Interest <![CDATA[Inventing Swear Words (And Never Watching Football Again)]]> Joe and Chris create swear words and talk about 2024 football woes, including:

- Switch 2 Rumors

- College Football Playoffs

- Steelers talk

- Kirby-shaped Instruments


Chris Recs: Severance, Shrinking, Comedy Bang Bang, Bill Hader's "What's In My Bag" Episode

Joe Recs: Anbernic Gameboy Emulator, SNL 50, BoysLikeGirls "Sundays at Foxwoods", Knucklepuck "Copacetic"

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joe-aravich/episodes/Inventing-Swear-Words-And-Never-Watching-Football-Again-e2ul4vo 3a2d58ff-0636-4302-a759-8a3599a778b6 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 23:11:00 GMT <p>Joe and Chris create swear words and talk about 2024 football woes, including:</p><p>- Switch 2 Rumors</p><p>- College Football Playoffs</p><p>- Steelers talk</p><p>- Kirby-shaped Instruments</p><p><br /></p><p>Chris Recs: Severance, Shrinking, Comedy Bang Bang, Bill Hader's "What's In My Bag" Episode</p><p>Joe Recs: Anbernic Gameboy Emulator, SNL 50, BoysLikeGirls "Sundays at Foxwoods", Knucklepuck "Copacetic"</p> true 01:46:41 1 2 full playsoundpodcast@gmail.com (Playsound)Joe and Chris create swear words and talk about 2024 football woes, including: - Switch 2 Rumors - College Football Playoffs - Steelers talk - Kirby-shaped Instruments Chris Recs: Severance, Shrinking, Comedy Bang Bang, Bill Hader's "What's In My Bag" Episode Joe Recs: Anbernic Gameboy Emulator, SNL 50, BoysLikeGirls "Sundays at Foxwoods", Knucklepuck "Copacetic"PlaysoundAlternative,Music,Video,Games,Indie,Playstation,Nintendo,Sony,Microsoft,Xbox,Blink182,Green,Day,All,Time,Low,Bon,Iver,Podcast,Music,Sports,Punk,Entertainment,General,Interest <![CDATA[Switch 2 Rumors and Top Albums of 2024]]> This week, Chris and Joe celebrate the best of 2024, from Switch 2 Rumors and unannounced games to their Top 5 albums of the year. Also included in this neat lil' package:

- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

- Package Delivery Issues

- Sonic X Shadow Generations & Sonic 3

- Steam Deck Alternatives

- Silent Hill 2

- Destiny 2

- Balatro

- Tunic

- Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door

- Hades 2

- Japan Travel

- Pokemania 2025 (Why is Pokemon TCG so dang expensive?)

... And more!


This episode's recommendations:

Chris: Third Eye Blind, Hop Along, Silent Hill 2

Joe: Tunic, Interior Chinatown, Doechii

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joe-aravich/episodes/Switch-2-Rumors-and-Top-Albums-of-2024-e2tbi4u 4af3ec44-84cd-4213-8978-01ba203f397c Sat, 11 Jan 2025 09:17:45 GMT <p>This week, Chris and Joe celebrate the best of 2024, from Switch 2 Rumors and unannounced games to their Top 5 albums of the year. Also included in this neat lil' package:</p> <p>- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</p> <p>- Package Delivery Issues</p> <p>- Sonic X Shadow Generations &amp; Sonic 3</p> <p>- Steam Deck Alternatives</p> <p>- Silent Hill 2</p> <p>- Destiny 2</p> <p>- Balatro</p> <p>- Tunic</p> <p>- Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door</p> <p>- Hades 2</p> <p>- Japan Travel</p> <p>- Pokemania 2025 (Why is Pokemon TCG so dang expensive?)</p> <p>... And more! </p> <p><br /></p> <p>This episode's recommendations:</p> <p>Chris: Third Eye Blind, Hop Along, Silent Hill 2</p> <p>Joe: Tunic, Interior Chinatown, Doechii</p> true 01:46:39 1 1 full playsoundpodcast@gmail.com (Playsound)This week, Chris and Joe celebrate the best of 2024, from Switch 2 Rumors and unannounced games to their Top 5 albums of the year. Also included in this neat lil' package: - Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth - Package Delivery Issues - Sonic X Shadow Generations &amp; Sonic 3 - Steam Deck Alternatives - Silent Hill 2 - Destiny 2 - Balatro - Tunic - Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door - Hades 2 - Japan Travel - Pokemania 2025 (Why is Pokemon TCG so dang expensive?) ... And more! This episode's recommendations: Chris: Third Eye Blind, Hop Along, Silent Hill 2 Joe: Tunic, Interior Chinatown, DoechiiPlaysoundAlternative,Music,Video,Games,Indie,Playstation,Nintendo,Sony,Microsoft,Xbox,Blink182,Green,Day,All,Time,Low,Bon,Iver,Podcast,Music,Sports,Punk,Entertainment,General,Interest