The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast

Episode 366 - Friday

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And with a busy week comes MUCH discussion about the gaming world as a whole!

First, the team discusses their gaming exploits! Scott indulges further in Granblue Fantasy Relink, Skull & Bones, and the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo! Meanwhile, Will laments his loss in Splatoon 3, but has also enjoyed FFVII Rebirth and the demo for Unicorn Overlord! Finally, Todd has been busy, but continues to enjoy the Apollo Justice Ace Attorney Trilogy!

Then, in the news, the Splatfest didn't go as planned, and neither did the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase! Additionally, Mother 3 continues to elude the West, The Embracer Group continues to be jerks, a Pokemon Presents IS happening, and more!

In the main event, the trio discusses if Nintendo is handling 2024 properly and what they need to do to regain the confidence of fans!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Epsiode 365 - What Is Going On?!?!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here, and the week has been so chaotic that the team will be discussing many topics!

But first, the team discusses their latest gaming exploits! Todd reveals his review score for the Apollo Justice Ace Attorney Trilogy, and why you should get the game! Hint: he still loves this series! Then, Scott praises Granblue Fantasy: Relink and blasts Skull & Bones...because what did you expect from that game after all those delays? As for Will, he continues his journey in Persona 3 Reload,

Then, in the news, the Nintendo Live concerts have been put online, a Nintendo Direct STILL hasn't happened, Mario has done well while Sonic hasn't, and more! Oh, and they poke fun at the "issues" with Sony and Microsoft because why not?

Finally, in the main event, the team discuss the upcoming Splatfest and determine the true best day of the weekend!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Enough Of The Rumors, Already!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And despite the rumors coming from every corner of the internet, the team will keep it together!

But first! The team discusses what they have been playing. Faith returns to talk about Pokemon and not Palworld! As for Todd, he's been enjoying the Apollo Justice Trilogy and is enjoying the remaster so far! As for Will, he's been diving into Persona 3 Reload and the demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth! Scott has also enjoyed the Rebirth demo, Granblue Fantasy, and more!

Then, in the news, the team breaks down the big sales data for the Switch and its games! Then, there are MORE Switch Successor rumors...and Nintendo Direct rumors...and SEGA rumors about the Switch Successor!!! Make it stop!!!! Additionally, Square Enix has "new thoughts" on the gaming industry, Octopath Traveler's dev has been bought, Smash Bros will get Pokemon spirits soon, and more!

Finally, in the main event, Palworld returns to trigger the idea of "evolution" and whether it's better to have many evolutions, or not.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Episode 363 - NDA Begone!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And with a new month comes new experiences to talk about, including one a host is BURSTING to discuss!

First, the team reveals their latest gaming exploits! Scott can't help but rave about Granblue Fantasy Relink. He really loves this game. As for Will, he's continuing to enjoy Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth! Then, Todd FINALLY gets to talk about Persona 3 Reload and everything he did in it!

Then, in the news, the new Splatfest has been announced and it's...unique. Plus, analysts have "thoughts" about the Nintendo Switch Successor and its potential sales, and the guys aren't amused with what they have to say! Plus, Super Nintendo World in Orlando is coming in 2025, Sakurai has thoughts on gaming trailers and Metroid Prime 4 MAY be coming out soon!

Finally, in the main event, with the month of February here, it's time to predict what might be happening in the upcoming Nintendo Direct...if one comes...

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Episode 362 - You're Not My Pal

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And a certain co-host returns to talk about a BIG news week!

First, the team discusses their gaming exploits! Falcon Faith has returned, and with her comes news of Mario Party, Pokemon Go, and more! Then, Will dives into his time with Persona 5 Tactica! As for Scott, he's been dealing with a review for a Neptunia game! Finally, Todd lightly touches on *NDA Redacted Title*!

Then, in the news, Nintendo Direct rumors have surfaced! But can we believe them? Also, Super Nintendo World might get a Zelda extension sooner than expected; Splatoon 3 has FINALLY gotten a release date for its "Side Order" DLC, The Pokemon Company has a lot to say and more!

Finally, in the main event, the team discusses the arrival of Palworld and what it actually means for Pokemon, gaming, and future game development!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Episode 361 - Solos, Domination, and Anniversaries, Oh My!

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And the guys will be showcasing the highs and lows of the gaming week this time around!

First, the team discusses their latest gaming exploits! Todd has to stay "mum" because he's got a game to play that's under NDA! Meanwhile, Scott has been consumed by the Granblue Fantasy: Relink demo and has seriously enjoyed it. As for Will, he helped Scott with Granblue, but also played the Splatfest this weekend and has enjoyed the new themes for Splatoon 3.

Then, in the news, "Team Solo" won the Splatfest, and the guys don't know why! Additionally, Nintendo gives back to Japan and dominates its sales charts! Plus, the Rabbids strike back, Pokemon continues to share its horror stories, and Ace Attorney has a professor to thank for its 3D transition!

Finally, in the main event, the team debates the idea that gaming subscription services will soon envelop all gamers and that "they'll be comfortable not owning games" anymore!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Episode 360 - Golden Guesses

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here once again! And while the Nintendo Draft is over, that means there are more things to discuss!

But first, the trio discusses their latest gaming exploits! Scott has been "diving into his past" to enjoy Kingdom Hearts, Baldur's 3, and more! Todd talks about his BG3 run as well and goes over the game and Karlach. Will decided to use his coins to buy a special Japanese title, continues to enjoy Splatoon 3, and more!

Then, in the news, Will almost had a scare thanks to an AI Mario hologram, plus, plenty of news about other Mario titles! Additionally, the final quest in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet has arrived, Golden Sun has been announced for Nintendo Switch Online, and Sakurai...is ending his YouTube channel???

Finally, in the main event, the next Splatfest is here, and the team are united in their love of family. Family. FAMILY!!!!

Episode 359 - 8th Annual Nintendo Draft

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here and ready to welcome you to the new year, whether you like it or not!

But first, the guys talk about the games they played at the end of 2023 and the start of 2024! Todd continues his quest through Baldur's Gate 3 and continues to enjoy it! Then, Will talks about Splatoon 3 and...Powerwash Simulator? Okay then. As for Scott, he, too, has been in BG3 and has been playtesting a controller!

Then, in the news, Shigeru Miyamoto doesn't have plans to retire, but Hideki Kamiya has plans to work still! Also, Mario has had some news in many ways: the Nintendo Switch successor continues to get weird rumors about what it will and won't be, Nintendo is VERY strict with their development secrets and more!

Finally, it's time for the 8th Annual Nintendo Draft! The trio of Nintendo kings will break down their predictions of what they think The Big N will do in 2024! They're hoping to get good scores this time around, so tune in to see what they pick!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast!

Episode 358 - 2023 Round-Up

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here! And with 2023 coming to a close, the guys will send the podcast year out in style!

But first! The trio of Nintendo Kings discusses their final gaming exploits of the year! Will boasts and laments the "wonders" of playing gacha titles because of course, he does! As for Scott, he beat the Gotham Knights game (and blasts the TV series) and gives his final thoughts on it. He also tried Final Fantasy: Strangers In Paradise once again! As for Todd, he finally started Baldur's Gate 3 and he's having a blast! And not just because of Karlach.

Then, the guys will dive into everything that Nintendo has done and hasn't done in 2023! What were the highs? What were the lows? What were the surprises that they didn't expect? What would they "grade" the Big N for the year that was? Tune in and find out!

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the Nintendo Entertainment Podcast...for one last time in 2023!

Episode 357 - The Best Of 2023

The Nintendo Entertainment Podcast is here for the holiday season! And with the return of Koopa Keith, the team will dive into some of their favorite elements of 2023!

But first, the team talks about their gaming exploits! Save for Koopa Keith, who has had it hard with life and timing lately! As for Scott, he's been doing Genshin Impact and jumped into Gotham Knights...in more ways than one. Will has continued his trek through Like A Dragon and apparently had FEELINGS about it! And Todd discusses his time in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's DLC, "The Indigo Disk!" Did it hold up? Or were there many problems?

Then, in the news, Hideki Kamiya revealed why he left PlatinumGames! What was his reasoning for the move? Also, Aonuma reveals new lore about Tears of the Kingdom, Super Smash Bros might be getting a shared universe movie franchise, "Peaches" got snubbed from the Oscars and more!

Finally, in the main event, the guys discuss their favorite Nintendo games of 2023! What were the highlights? What games were they surprised by? Find out here!