Episode 43: May The Minis Move On
Mini theme, major episode! We share impressions of Mario and Donkey Kong: Minis on the Move, look at Nintendo's summer plans, discuss the Let's Play video controversy, and more.
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Extra: Lost in Translation
From a superhero helping a profanity-spewing Birdo to a game where you listen to noodle slurps, we take a look at three unique Nintendo games stuck in Japan.
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Episode 42: Challenge Accepted
Nothing beats a good challenge. We take on the Rayman Legends Challenges App, examine Nintendo's options for turning around Wii U sales, and discuss a big E3 change.
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Extra: Dual Screen Reflections
The Nintendo DS is dead, long live the Nintendo DS. Following word of its demise, we look back at the experimental dual-screen handheld that ruled the gaming world.
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Episode 41: The Bird’s The Word
We help a chicken in need with our impressions of Toki Tori 2, break down the major news from Nintendo Direct and the iDEAME indie conference, and discuss eShop sales numbers.
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Extra: Nintendo’s Forgotten Handheld
We all know our Game Boys and DS systems, but there's one handheld from Nintendo that time forgot. Allow us to introduce you to the Pokemon Mini.
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Episode 40: The Haunt Is On
Prep that Pultergust for our impressions of Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon and HarmoKnight. We also examine Nintendo's shifting third-party support strategy and what it may mean for the future.
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 3 – Nintendo 64
Flashback leaps into the world of polygons as we reflect on our favorite Nintendo 64 games with original art and retrospectives. Some of our choices may surprise you.
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Episode 39: Monsters Wanted
It's all about the thrill of the hunt with Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate and Need For Speed: Most Wanted U impressions. Plus, we discuss the eShop indie scene and peek at what's ahead.
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Extra: NFC’s Future is e-Reader’s Past
Curious what Nintendo could do with Wii U's NFC tech? We look for clues by examining the company's last attempt to bring real-world objects into gaming: the Game Boy Advance's e-Reader.
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Episode 38: Free Running
Shigeru Miyamoto has a lot to say and we've got it all covered! We round up his recent interviews, go hands-on with Runner2 for Wii U and Pokemon Mystery Dungeon for 3DS, and discuss a slew of news.
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Extra: A Look Inside Zelda Box
Finish Hyrule Historia, but still craving more Zelda goodness? Join us as we take a look at the book's predecessor, a Japan-only bundle of memorabilia called Zelda Box.
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Episode 37: The 3DS’s Reawakening
It's a 3DS renaissance as we share Fire Emblem: Awakening impressions and break down Nintendo's latest 3DS game reveals. Plus, we take Nano Assault Neo and F-Zero for a spin.
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 2 – Game Boy
We look back at our favorite games for Nintendo's first handheld and its Color counterpart with original artwork and retrospectives. It involves a lot of puffballs and pocket monsters.
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Episode 36: Made From Concentration
Dr. Kawashima is back and more devilish than ever. We share Brain Age: Concentration Training impressions, dip into Puddle, and examine the Wii U's current third-party game struggle.
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Extra: Invasion of the Crossovers
Shin Megami Tensei x Fire Emblem and Project X Zone are just the beginning. We look at the history of video game crossovers, the purpose they serve, and what's to come in the future.
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Episode 35: Loading Up The Big Guns
Nintendo unleashed a barrage of Wii U game news and we're bringing it all to you! We also discuss newly revealed third-party titles and try out the upcoming Fire Emblem and Brain Age.
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Extra: Art Masters of the Miiverse
The Miiverse is full of all sorts of great art! We pick ten of our favorite Miiverse artists, show off their work, and explain why they deserve to be followed.
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Episode 34: The Fire Rises
We go pyro with Little Inferno, take flight with Chasing Aurora, and visit the sketchy west with Gunman Clive. Plus, we discuss Pokemon X & Y and put the Wii U's holiday sales numbers into perspective.
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 1 – Super NES
Introducing our new column, in which we pay tribute to the games of our youth with original artwork and retrospectives. First up, Super NES and its plethora of platformers!
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Episode 33: On The Download
The eShop is ringing in 2013 with a slew of new Wii U and 3DS downloads. We break them down, discuss our top games of 2012, and go hands-on with Trine 2, Nintendo TVii, and Rayman Legends.
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Extra: Goodbye, Nintendo Power
With the final issue of Nintendo Power now on store shelves, Jason reflects on his fourteen years as a subscriber and on how the magazine lasted as long as did in the Internet age.
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Episode 32: Planes, Soccer, and Automobiles
We share impressions of Aero Porter, FIFA 13, and the patched Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, discuss what Wii U launch sales mean for the future, and talk the games of 2013.
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Extra: Nintendo World’s Wii U Makeover
Nintendo World underwent a Wii U transformation and we've got photos and details straight from New York City, along with a look at the rest of the store and its museum.
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Episode 31: Crashmo Crash Course
Crashmo and Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed may not be holiday blockbusters, but they're definitely worth talking about. We share our impressions and discuss all the latest news.
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Episode 30: Wii U Launch Special
Why hello there, Wii U! We celebrate the arrival of Nintendo's next generation with impressions of the hardware, built-in apps, and the biggest launch games from Nintendo Land to ZombiU.
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Extra: Nintendo Goes to the Mall
It's the holidays, and that means Nintendo is invading malls again. Check out pictures of this year's Nintendo Holiday Mall Experience and see which Wii U and 3DS games are available to play.
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Episode 29: A Paper-Thin Wait
It's the final countdown to the Wii U! Join us as we gear up for the system's launch with late breaking news, along with impressions of Paper Mario: Sticker Star and Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion.
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Episode 28: Virtuous Rewards
A jam-packed episode with our impressions of Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward and NightSky, an assortment of Wii U and 3DS news, and a special Wreck-It Ralph t-shirt giveaway!
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Episode 27: Pocket Monster Problems
Maybe you don't need to catch them all. We explain why we passed on Pokemon Black & White 2, plus share our thoughts on the latest Wii U online news and eShop games.
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Extra: Borrowing Mario
Scribblenauts Unlimited and Tekken Tag Tournament 2 include Nintendo cameos, but they weren't the first games to do so. We look back at Nintendo's history of loaning out its characters to third parties.
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Episode 26: Kirby Kirby Kirby
We celebrate twenty years of Kirby with our impressions of Kirby's Dream Collection, take downloadable title The Denpa Men for a spin, and discuss all the latest Wii U and 3DS happenings.
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Extra: Wii U Experience Photos
The Wii U Experience tour rolled through Los Angeles and we were there! Check out our photos from the event, including all the big games and cookies.
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Episode 25: Will You Wii U?
It's Wii U galore! We go hands-on with two of Nintendo Land's newest attractions, try out a slew of other Wii U games including The Wonderful 101, and discuss the recently announced launch details and lineup.
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Extra: The Case for Ace Attorney
With Ace Attorney 5 on the horizon, now's a great time to jump into the quirky lawyer franchise. Here's why you need to play these point-and-click adventures.
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Episode 24: The Running Men
Runner games are taking over. We discuss new 3DS runner Harmo Knights, share impressions of BIT.TRIP Runner, and look at all the latest news. Plus, win a chance to try the Wii U in Los Angeles!
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Episode 23: Going for the Gold
We visit the Mushroom Kingdom to share our impressions of New Super Mario Bros. 2, discuss the 3DS's Fall lineup, examine the idea of the Miiverse as a social network, and more!
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Extra: The Great Nintendo Color Shift
Bummed that the 3DS XL did not launch in silver or white in North America? We investigate the method behind Nintendo's color choosing madness.
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Episode 22: Summer of Rhythm
We share our in-depth impressions of the 3DS's Theatrhythm Final Fantasy and Rhythm Thief, plus discuss EA's Wii U launch lineup, Toki Tori 2, and more!
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Extra: iam8bit Does Street Fighter
We report back with photos from the opening night of Combo Attack, iam8bit and Capcom's fan art exhibit dedicated to the 25th Anniversary of Street Fighter.
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Extra: 3DS Rhythm Rundown
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy or Rhythm Thief & the Emperor's Treasure? We compare both 3DS music games to determine which is the right one for you!
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Episode 21: Your Questions, Answered
We answer your burning questions about the Wii U and 3DS XL, announce the winners of our Comic-Con swag giveaway, and discuss all the latest news!
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Extra: Comic-Con 2012 Photos
The Wii U and 3DS XL up close, cool sights from around the show floor, a bevy of Batmobiles, and more await you in our Comic-Con 2012 photo gallery!
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Episode 20: Comic-Con Craziness
We saw the sights. We played the games. Our full report from Comic-Con 2012, including hands-on impressions of both the Wii U and 3DS XL. Plus, a special Comic-Con swag giveaway!
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Episode 19: Supersize Me
Nintendo went big. Literally. We discuss the recently announced 3DS XL, all the big stories from the latest edition of Nintendo Direct, and the many woes of Super Smash Bros. tournament play.
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Episode 18: eShoppin’
We dive into the world of the 3DS eShop to share our impressions of Dillion's Rolling Western and Donkey Kong '94. Plus, we round up all the biggest news scraps from E3 2012, including Zelda 3DS news and more Wii U details!
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Episode 17: E3 2012 Aftershock
E3 2012 may be over, but our coverage isn't done yet! We share our thoughts on Nintendo's 3DS lineup and all the latest Wii U news from the show. Plus, our overall impressions of the expo!
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Episode 16: E3 2012 Blowout
From Nintendo Land and Pikmin 3 to ZombiU and Rayman Legends, we discuss all the big Wii U and 3DS announcements from Nintendo's E3 Press Conference!
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Episode 15: Serving Up Mario Tennis
We hit the courts with Mario Tennis Open, snoop around the LA Convention Center as they prep for E3, and discuss all the new game announcements leading into the expo!
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Episode 14: Mashups and Mad Cats
The Wii U rumors are heating up! We take a look at the possibility of a Metroid/Star Fox crossover game, discuss Ubisoft's ambitious Wii U support, and share our impressions of Go! Go! Kokopolo!
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Episode 13: Hello Nintendo 2.0
We discuss Nintendo's leap into the realm of full digital downloads, plus the leaked Rayman Legends Wii U trailer, Sakura Samurai for the 3DS, and more!
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Episode 12: Exploring Xenoblade
We enter the monstrous world of Xenoblade Chronicles on Wii, solve the Aztec puzzles of the 3DS's Ketzal's Corridors, and discuss the latest Nintendo Direct!
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Episode 11: Rumors Galore
The Wii U hype train is picking up steam and we've rounded up the biggest rumors. We also share our thoughts on the 3DS eShop's newest killer app, Colors! 3D.
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Episode 10: Here’s Looking at You, Kid… Icarus
We share our impressions of Kid Icarus: Uprising for the 3DS and Mario Party 9 for the Wii. Plus, we party with Mario and Luigi. Literally.
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Episode 09: Telling a 3D Tale
We delve into the 3DS version of Tales of the Abyss, explore the puzzling world of Sega's Crush 3D, and discuss all the big news from the Game Developers Conference and beyond!
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Episode 08: Wii Got The Fever
We take an in-depth look at Rhythm Heaven Fever, share our impressions of Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater 3D, and discuss all the big news out of Nintendo Direct. It's a jam-packed episode!
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Episode 07: Evil Moves In
Resident Evil: Revelations is here! We share our impressions of the Capcom's 3DS horror game, plus discuss the Rhythm Heaven launch party, a trio of new Wii U rumors, the return of Ace Attorney, and more!
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Episode 06: Nintendo Gets Networked
Nintendo unveils its ambitious online plans, the Wii U gets an intriguing new feature, and the 3DS finally gets demos. Plus our impressions of Mutant Mudds and Bionic Commando!
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Episode 05: What The What?
Nintendo news has gone weird on us. From the Wii U's CES rehash to a 3DS playing stand, we discuss all the recent bizarre (and not so bizarre) stories, plus DS gem 999 and Blaster Master.
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Episode 04: The Year That Was
We look back at 2011, make our predictions for 2012, share our thoughts on the newest must-have eShop games, and have a special message from Mario himself!
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Episode 03: Gone Karting
We share our impressions of Mario Kart 7 and Rayman Origins, plus discuss the latest news, including Miyamoto's so-called retirement, 3DS Ambassador games, Nintendo's early 2012 game lineup, and more!
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Episode 02: My Loftwing and Me
Skyward Sword is here! We share our impressions of Link's latest adventure and Sonic Generations on 3DS, plus discuss all the latest news.
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Episode 01: Tanooki Tails Everywhere!
We kick off our brand-new podcast with Super Mario 3D Land impressions, big Wii U rumors, our thoughts on Nintendo's Tetris Axis tweet-up, all the latest news, and more!
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