The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and while there are a bunch of news pieces to get to, there's also some venting to do! First, the team discusses their gaming exploits. Todd has continued his journey in Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition and discusses the finer points of his review. Scott has been enjoying Clair Obscur Expedition 33, Infinity Nikki, and more! As for Will, he's gone back to Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth, Marvel Rivals, and FEH! Then, as the team goes into the news, the Nintendo Switch 2 has had a new plethora of information come out, from game download sizes to title specs, creator voice interviews, and more! Additionally, Monolith Soft is asking for new recruits, The Pokémon Center has some VERY pricey Eeveelution plushies to pre-order, Ace Attorney almost didn't get a second game, and so much more. Finally, in the main event, there's been some unnecessary hate thrown at Nintendo due to certain other news reveals, and the guys are going to defend The Big N's honor! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and it's been a BUSY week because of the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order madness! First, though, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Scott has been enjoying the surprisingly good Clair Obscur Expedition 33! As for Will, Marvel Rivals continues to entrance him (in various ways...), as does Monster Hunter Wilds! Todd has been proceeding on his quest to finish Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition, and it's...taking a while! Don't worry, his review will be done soon! Then, in the news, the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders went live in the US, and it was bonkers! Not to mention, France, Japan, and more are stating that there are record-breaking pre-order numbers in their regions, too! Also, we got more information on Switch 2 launch titles, the Nintendo Store in San Fran has plenty of fun items, Sonic's live-action movies might be getting spinoffs, and more! Finally, in the main event, the trio looks at the potential launch of the Switch 2 and what it would mean if the system really did have a record-setting launch! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and with a unique week of news and a special Nintendo Direct, the team will be busy! But first, the team discusses their gaming exploits! Todd had a blast at C2E2 and represented NEP proudly while also playing Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition quite a bit! As for Will, he rocked it out in the Splatfest while also enjoying Monster Hunter Wilds, Marvel Rivals, and more! Then, with Scott, he hasn't played much, but he has played certain titles, including one about a girl kicking rabbits! Yes. Really. In the news, there was a Mario Kart World Direct, and it dropped some new details for the upcoming Switch 2 launch title! Also, Phil Spencer loves the "partnership" with Nintendo, John Oliver makes tariffs clear regarding the Switch 2, Niantic lays off some of its staff after its big business deal, Banjo-Kazooie gets ANOTHER developer offering to work on the franchise, and more! Finally, in the main event, after the comments of a certain ex-Sony head, the trio discuss what is "Nintendo's identity" and what are the "true pillars" of its software lineup! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And trust us when we say that this is a busy episode full of news and more! First, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Todd FINALLY gets to talk about his time in Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition! Has the game held up in his eyes, and how much has he actually gotten to play? As for Will, he, too, enjoyed XCX, but he's continued his time in Monster Hunter Wilds and even played a Robocop game! Scott has been busy as usual, including with XCX, Battlefield Waltz, Level Devil, and more! Then, in the news, the fallout from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct continues! Tariffs have caused a pricing scare, and there have been new info dumps on that Switch 2's software on multiple fronts! How does this affect the trio's expectations for the system? You'll have to listen to find out! Plus, Palworld doesn't like its "nickname," Nintendo continues its protest of generative AI in gaming, and more! Finally, in the main event, the team looks at the upcoming Splatfest and reveals their work schedules! No. Really. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is back, and it's arguably one of the most important shows of the year! Why is that? Because the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has come, and it means there's PLENTY of things to talk about! The guys go through the entire Direct and break down every element of the console. What did they think about the console itself and the menagerie of details that were revealed about it? Or, what did they think about the games that were revealed? Did they get everything they wanted? If not, what did they like of the things that were shown? And what of the price controversy that went on after the Direct aired? Did they think that Nintendo overcharged for the games, or do they think that things were fine and that people overreacted? Things will not go as you expect, which makes this a must-listen to show! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and with Switch 2 Direct just days away and the OG Switch getting a random (and weird) Direct, the trio will be busy! To that end, the hosts look at the final Nintendo Direct for the original Nintendo Switch and discuss what was shown at it. Was any of it really worth their time? Why did Nintendo choose to do this Direct in this way? Was the reveal of Tomodachi Life as cursed as Todd makes it seem? They'll break it all down! Then, in the news, the Switch 2 rumors and reports continue to roll in with the Direct looming, and the question is about which ones are real or not! Plus, Nintendo Music gets some Kirby music, Sonic's gaming history gets a timeline, a new Splatfest looms, and more! Finally, in the main event, the guys go "on the road" one last time to list their favorite Nintendo Switch games ever! Why? Because this is the bar that the Nintendo Switch 2 has to top! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and the team has a busy week to talk about and prepare for! First, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Todd has only been playing FEH, but he's had RNG luck at last! Scott, meanwhile, has been enjoying old-school Yu-Gi-Oh games, Split Fiction and Sukuoiden! As for Will, he has been able to play Xenoblade Chronicles X's return and has enjoyed it so far! Then, in the news, Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is finally out and the team is pumped for it, as are critics! Also, Nintendo shows their love for the Seattle Mariners once more, Sakurai wins an award for his YouTube channel, LEGO and Pokemon are collaborating, and more! Finally, in the main event, the "Road To..." series continues with the guys attempting to predict the "big surprises" that may drop in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct! First-party or third-party options are on the table, so what will they predict? So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here once more, and with three weeks until the Switch 2 Direct and things going chaotic in the gaming space, things will be...Wild! But first, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Todd has FINALLY finished Metaphor ReFantazio, and he's got plenty to say about its ending! Will, meanwhile, continues to enjoy Monster Hunter Wilds, Marvel Rivals, FEH, and more! As for Scott, he's been enjoying Split Fiction, a new Atelier Yumia game, and Infinite Nikkei! Then, in the news, the new Nintendo Store is opening in May! Plus, Pokemon GO has literally sold out, Metroid almost had a movie in the early 2000s, Pokemon Z-A continues to get dissected, Mario Day gets LEGO'd, and so much more! Finally, in the main event, the guys look at the 3rd party titles that could appear in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct! What do they want to see? What do they think they could see? Tune in and find out! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And with 4 weeks left until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the team start breaking down what they want to see in it! First, the guys discuss their gaming exploits! Todd has FINALLY gotten back into Metaphor ReFantazio and has killed a couple dragons! As for Scott, he's been having a rough time in Kingdom Come Deliverance II, but has had a much better time in Monster Hunter Wilds! Will has also been enjoying MHW, while also continuing his journey in the newest Like A Dragon game! Then, in the news, Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is only two weeks away from release, and the guys geek out on the reveal of the post-game story while also blasting Geoff Keighley for his lack of courage on the game! Also, Sakurai continues to prove he's the best, Mario Day drops next week, Pokemon Red and Blue almost had a MUCH different look in the West, and more! Finally, in the main event, the trio looks at the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and think about what 1st party games they want to show up in it! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here once more! And with it being Pokemon Day, there are many Poke-themed things to discuss! First, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Todd has once again "gone dark" on gaming due to life stuff, but swears to do better! Will tried out Fatal Fury: City of Wolves, Sonic Cross World Racing and is itching to get back into Monster Hunter Wilds! Scott also dove into Sonic Then, in the news, the latest Pokemon Presents has come and it was...not the best. The team break down Pokemon Champions and Legends Z-A and whether either is one they're looking forward to. Also, the Mario + Rabbids creator has key thoughts on what Ubisoft did to the team, Xenoblade Chronicles X got its overview trailer, the Nintendo Switch 2 gets even more teases, and it's time to celebrate the Legend of Zelda anniversary! Finally, in the main event, the team picks their favorite starters in every Pokemon generation! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and this time around, all the hosts are back! First, the team discusses their gaming exploits. Todd has been incredibly busy, so he's only been playing FEH, but he's hopeful for more gaming in the near future! As for Scott, he's been having a hit-or-miss experience with Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, but he rebounds with Warriors Abyss! Will, meanwhile, had great luck in FEH while also enjoy more of the Monster Hunter Wilds beta! Then, in the news, the team looks at the latest news about The Pokemon Company and what it's doing for Pokemon Day! They also dive into a new Switch record, whether Metroid Prime 5 is already in the works or whether Marvel Rivals 2 is coming to Switch 2, and more! Finally, in the main event, the team finishes up their trek into the next Super Smash Bros game and tries to "fill up" the roster that Todd and Will decimated last week! So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And while the weather is holding a certain host back, two of the hosts will push onward!!! First, Todd and Will talk about their gaming exploits! And, of course, Will is going to GLOAT HEAVILY about the victory of White Chocolate in Splatoon 3! He's also been enjoying Monster Hunter Wilds via its beta! As for Todd, he LAMENTS his time in Splatoon 3 and has serious feelings about FEH's recent Tempest Trials! Then, in the news, the Nintendo Switch continues to dominate the news cycle in certain ways, including 3rd party developers weighing in on certain appearances and ports! Furthermore, Golden Sun arrives on Nintendo Music, Fire Emblem might be getting a remake soon, Capcom wants to bring more of its fighting games to modern systems, and where is that Switch Nintendo Direct? Finally, in the main event, Todd and Will discuss the ENTIRE Super Smash Bros Ultimate roster and declare who is out and who should remain in for the next entry! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! The trio will have much to discuss between the weekly news and the upcoming Splatfest! First, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Todd laments not being able to play much and throws some SERIOUS JUDGING on the "Choose Your Legends" winners for this year! Will, meanwhile, has continued on with Marvel Rivals while also going back to play some relaxing games like Flower! As for Scott, he was playing Starlight Legacy, and is one of the only main people talking about it online! Oh, and he got a new Trails game! Then, in the news, the Nintendo Switch had some financial details drop, while the Switch 2 reaffirmed its next presentation! Also, the Pokemon TCG Pocket game responded to its huge trading controversy, Disney apparently almost bought Nintendo in 2016, fans are debating putting Jonesy from Fortnite in Smash Bros, and more! Finally, in the main event, the guys re-debate the imminent chocolate Splatfest! Will they change their picks? Will WILL gloat because he thinks victory is assured??? Listen and find out! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here once more, and the team has plenty to discuss across multiple titles and publishers! First, the team discusses their gaming exploits. Todd has continued on in Metaphor ReFantazio but is feeling the game...dragon. Get it? As for Scott, he's got a new Neptunia game to talk about, but it's a bit shorter than he was hoping for! Will, meanwhile, is still addicted to Marvel Rivals! Plus, he's tried Pico Park 2 with his fam! Then, in the news, there might be a Nintendo Direct coming next week, but can they trust the source? Also, more gaming music news, Splatoon 3 is getting a rematch Splatfest, Kirby was made "tough" for a specific reason, Pokemon TCG Pocket is going through a new controversy, and Phil Spencer has been putting his foot in his mouth a LOT! Finally, in the main event, the trio looks at the future of Super Smash Bros. and ponder what they would add to it to become even greater than Ultimate! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and with most of the gaming world focusing still on the Nintendo Switch 2, the team will have much to discuss! First, the team reveals their latest gaming exploits! Scott has been playing a LOT of games, including the pirate adventure Phantom Brave Lost Hero, Hyper Light Breaker, and even Assassin's Creed Shadows! As for Will, he's continued to dive into Marvel Rivals (he's addicted, folks!), FEH and more. Todd has reached the final phase of Metaphor ReFantazio, and it's led to certain "feelings" within him! Then, in the news, the Nintendo Switch 2 has continued to dominate the news cycle, with people leaking things still, and The Big N's stock skyrocketing! Also, Moon Studios wants Banjo-Kazooie back, Dragon Quest 3 and Super Mario Party Jamboree were huge hits in Japan in 2024, and could the Nintendo Switch get "one last big title?" Finally, in the main event, the trio look at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2 and predict what franchises might show up in it! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and it'll be a jam-packed show due to a certain HUGE reveal! But first, the guys discuss their gaming exploits! Will, naturally, has been playing Splatoon 3, Marvel Heroes, and discusses the new FEH banner! Scott reveals his own experiences in Marvel Rivals and FINALLY gets to talk about Dynasty Warriors Origins! Todd, meanwhile, continues with Metaphor ReFantazio and (lightly) discusses the huge plot twists within! Then, in the news, the SWITCH 2 HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED!!!! Yeah, that's going to take up much of the news section, but there will also be talks about Shigeru Miyamoto and Masahiro Sakurai, the OG Switch's future (including a potential Direct next month,) and more! Finally, in the news, the trio breaks down the actual Nintendo Switch 2 reveal and gives their feelings on it and what Nintendo has to do with the April Nintendo Direct to really nail the hype that the console has built up! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and in a post-draft NEP world, the guys have much to discuss! First, the team discusses its gaming exploits! Todd has continued his trek into Metaphor ReFantazio, and he has some curious thoughts on what he's seen! As for Scott, he's reviewed an old PSP game that's been brought to modern systems and notes its improvements and flaws. Will continues to enjoy Marvel Rivals while also continuing FEH and more! Then, in the news, Nintendo Switch 2 continues to get massive info dumps and leaks, and it's driving the team nuts! In brighter news, Punch-Out might not be dead, Xenoblade Chronicles X DE has gotten a new trailer, the Emio crew reveals how easy it was to get the game approved, Pokemon has had some leaks of its own, and more! Finally, in the main event, the guys break down the upcoming Splatfest and wonder what they would take to truly be happy! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here for the first show in 2025! Are you ready for a new Nintendo Draft? The guys are chomping at the bit to get some GOOD picks in this year! First, though, the guys discuss their gaming exploits! Will has been enjoying Marvel Rivals (for the "gameplay,") Fire Emblem Heroes, Goddess Nikkei, and more! As for Scott, he's continuing with Dynasty Warriors Orochi, Infinite Nikkei, and more! Todd, meanwhile, continues to go through Metaphor ReFantazio and has curious thoughts about it. Then, in the news, there are STILL Nintendo Switch 2 rumors/reports coming in, and we're REALLY tired of it! Seriously, we're over it. After that, the guys talk the future of the Sonic movies, what Suda 51 thought was GOTY in 2024, the teases of Atlus and Square Enix, and more! Finally, in the main event, the trio enters the 9th annual Nintendo Draft, and their resolution this year is to actually have good picks! Seriously, they're going for broke this time around. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and our hosts hope you all had a great holiday week! First, though, the trio discusses their gaming exploits! Will talks about his latest luck in Fire Emblem Heroes, Marvel Rivals, and Nikkei! As for Scott, he's also been diving into Marvel Rivals, while also tackling Warriors Orochi, and more! Todd has finally started Metaphor ReFantazio and is willing to admit a key detail about himself! Then, in the news, Sonic The Hedgehog 3 dominated the US box office, and there are plenty of talking points about it and what's coming in the future! Also, Shigeru Miyamoto has some more lost interviews found, showing his insights on certain Mario titles; Splatoon 3 announced the first Splatfest of 2025, the Switch 2 continues to get more rumors and reports, and more! Finally, in the main event, the guys look back at 2024 and talk about their Nintendo games of the year, and reveal the winner of the 2024 Nintendo Draft! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is back after its brief hiatus (curse you, Geoff Keighley!!!!) With two weeks worth of stuff to talk about, things will get interesting...and weird! First, the team discusses their gaming exploits! Todd has finally finished Mario & Luigi Brothership! What did he think of the game, though? As for Scott, he's been playing a plethora of titles as always, including some REALLY weird Japanese titles. You've been warned! Will, meanwhile, has been playing Marvel Rivals, FEH, and more! In the news, The Game Awards took the host's time last week, and they have many thoughts about the event, both for better and for worse! Also, Sonic 3 is almost out and the 4th movie has been confirmed! Furthermore, Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to get massive amounts of downloads, Hideki Kamiya is back and has PLENTY to say, and there have been MANY Nintendo Switch 2 rumors and "reports!" Finally, in the main event, the "Switch Year In Review" has arrived once again, and the hosts dive into their experiences throughout the year! You must hear how Will's year breakdown. It will astound.