Episode 89: New Year, New Direct
There was excitement, there was confusion, there was a lack of AC Adapters. We discuss the latest Nintendo Direct, weigh in on the handling of New 3DS, and go hands-on with Monster Hunter 4.
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Vidbit: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
When it comes to Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze's later levels, there's no time to monkey around. Watch as we tackle its hardest stage.
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Episode 88: Nintendo On Blast
We revisit Metroid: Other M, share impressions of Duck Hunt for Wii U and KickBeat - Special Edition, and call out some of Nintendo's questionable moves as of late.
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Episode 87: A Pirate’s Life for Me
We share full impressions of Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, round up Shigeru Miyamoto's recent interviews, pick our favorite games of 2014, and raise a digital baby - no, seriously.
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Episode 86: Ready for Adventure
Suit up, it's time to join the Toad Brigade. We share Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker impressions, discuss Nintendo's Game Awards reveals, and weigh in on the Amiibo drama.
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Episode 85: The Smash Bros. Smashtacular
Let the smashing begin! We share in-depth impressions of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and the first wave of Amiibo, plus you could win a $35 eShop credit.
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Extra: Nintendo’s Home for the Holidays
Everyone has a holiday tradition. Nintendo's just happens to be a nationwide mall tour. We check out this year's event and report back with photos and impressions.
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Episode 84: Back on Track
Ready, set, download. Mario Kart 8's first DLC pack is now available and we've got full impressions, plus coverage of the latest Nintendo Direct and all things Amiibo.
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Episode 83: Where My Witches At?
We summon up impressions of Bayonetta 2, discuss the recent Super Smash Bros. for Wii U blowout, and examine the latest on Nintendo's mysterious Quality of Life platform.
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Vidbit: ZombiU
You can't have Halloween without a few zombies. In our latest Vidbit video, we go head-to-head in the multiplayer survival mode of Ubisoft's ZombiU and share impressions of the game along the way.
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Episode 82: Out Smashing
The new Super Smash Bros. is finally here! We dive deep into the 3DS version to bring you our full impressions, plus discuss Nintendo's final holiday plans and look at the next wave of eShop indie games.
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Episode 81: Fighting The Hylian Fight
We hack and slash our way through Hyrule Warriors to bring you full impressions of the Wii U mashup. Plus, we discuss the current state of the eShop and more.
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Vidbit: Super Smash Bros.
The launch of the new Super Smash Bros. is almost here and we're celebrating by revisiting the Nintendo 64 title that started it all in our latest Vidbit video. See what holds up and what's better left in the past.
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Episode 80: High Gunvoltage
We're locked and loaded with impressions of Azure Striker Gunvolt, hands-on time with Bayonetta 2, full coverage of GameStop Expo, and more.
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Extra: Exploring GameStop Expo 2014
GameStop invaded Anaheim and we were there. Check out impressions of the expo and a gallery of everything from Nintendo's booth to Ubisoft's animal costume wrestling.
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Episode 79: Cross-Examined Crossovers
We share impressions of Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright, weigh in on newly announced crossovers like Pokken Tournament and Mario Kart 8's DLC, and discuss the New Nintendo 3DS.
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Extra: The Casual Era Is Dead
It's the end of Nintendo as we know it. Or at least as we've known it for the past decade. We examine what went wrong with Nintendo's casual focus and how the New 3DS is part of a new era.
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Episode 78: Pass The Guacamelee
We serve up fresh Guacamelee: Super Turbo Championship Edition impressions, the latest Pokemon news, big Smash Bros. rumors, and more.
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Episode 77: The Download Lowdown
From Moon Chronicles and Toki Tori impressions to analysis of Nintendo's new DLC strategies, this episode is all about the downloads. Plus, we reveal our Smash Bros. shirt winner.
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Extra: The Sights of Comic-Con 2014
Come for the video games, stay for the movies, TV shows, and comics. Check out our gallery of the gaming and non-gaming sights of this year's Comic-Con.
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Episode 76: Comic-Con Conquered
We return from Comic-Con 2014 with hands-on impressions of Smash Bros., Hyrule Warriors, Captain Toad, Yoshi's Woolly World, and more. Plus, enter to win a Smash Bros. shirt!
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Vidbit: Mario Kart 8
You've heard us talk about games, now see us play them. We kick off our brand-new Vidbit video series with the karting mayhem of Mario Kart 8, covering everything from item balancing to fire hopping.
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Episode 75: An Indie Summer
Summer now belongs to the indies. We share impressions of two major indie releases on the eShop, Armillo and Shovel Knight, plus discuss the latest on Pokemon, Mighty No. 9, and more.
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Extra: The Playground of the Play Nintendo Tour
Have you ever wanted to play a 2DS inside a Mario warp pipe? At this summer's Play Nintendo Tour, you can. We report back with photos.
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Episode 74: Living the Tomodachi Life
We get weird with impressions of two oddball games, Tomodachi Life and Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails. Plus, E3 news scraps and a discussion of Zelda's future.
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Episode 73: A Smashing E3 2014
Our E3 coverage concludes with a bang (or should we say smash?) as we go hands-on with Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS, discuss Nintendo's new 3DS games, and more.
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Episode 72: E3 2014, Let’s Get Digital
E3 2014 may be over, but our coverage continues! In the first of two special E3 episodes, we discuss everything Wii U, from Smash Bros. and its Amiibo figurines to Zelda and Star Fox.
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Extra: Inside the Super Smash Bros. Invitational
It was loud, it was intense, and it was awesome. We attended Nintendo's first-ever Super Smash Bros. tournament in person and report back with photos galore.
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Extra: E3 2014 Photo Safari
It's T-minus two days until gaming's biggest expo is upon us. We take a trip to the Los Angeles Convention Center to give you an early look at what's in store.
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Extra: A Taste of Nintendo’s Last Tournament
In anticipation of next week's Super Smash Bros. Invitational, we look back at Nintendo's last major tournament, Wii Games: Summer 2010.
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Episode 71: The Art of Kart
Wii U owners, start your engines! We share full Mario Kart 8 impressions, go hands-on with the upcoming Tomodachi Life, and discuss the onslaught of pre-E3 news and speculation.
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Episode 70: Clubbing with Mario
We hit the Mushroom Kingdom links to bring you impressions of Mario Golf: World Tour, examine Nintendo's year-end financials, and discuss the return of Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire.
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Extra: How Hacking Keeps Pokemon Competitive
Looking to play Pokemon competitively? Hacking together your dream team can be the best way to discover new strategies and combinations.
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Episode 69: Stuck on U
Stick It to The Man has arrived on Wii U and we've got full impressions of the point-and-click adventure. Plus, in-depth discussions of Mario Kart 8, Nintendo's E3 2014 plans, and the future of NFC in gaming.
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Extra: When Smash Bros. Don’t Brawl
The first rule about fighting online in Super Smash Bros. Brawl is apparently to not fight at all. We stumble across the strange trend among players and have video to prove it.
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Extra: Stop Teeing Off About Mario Golf’s DLC
The announcement of day one DLC for Mario Golf: World Tour left some gamers worried. We explain why the additional content is not as bad as people say.
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Episode 68: The Real Deal
A game about buying games? Rusty's Real Deal Baseball is exactly that. We share impressions of the 3DS free-to-play title, plus dive into all the latest news on Super Smash Bros. and Tomodachi Life.
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Episode 67: Gotta Catch ‘em Everywhere
Whether you're playing Pokemon Battle Trozei or using Google Maps, there are Pokemon to catch. We share impressions of each, discuss new Mario Kart 8 details, and more.
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Episode 66: Scrambled Egg-spectations
Is it worth visiting Yoshi's New Island? We share full impressions of the 3DS platformer and Weapon Shop de Omasse. Plus, news from GDC 2014 and beyond.
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Episode 65: It’s on Like… Well, You Know
Grab your red tie and banana barrel. We share impressions of Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze and Unepic, plus discuss the next wave of eShop indie games.
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 6 – Nintendo DS
Our favorite DS games required us to dance to save the day, solve mysteries from beyond the grave, and more. We look back with original art and retrospectives.
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Episode 64: Diving into the Deep
We explore the ocean depths with Steel Diver: Sub Wars impressions, discuss the latest Nintendo Direct in depth, and cover the wonderfully weird Twitch Plays Pokemon.
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Episode 63: Bombs Away
From Nintendo's upcoming Quality of Life platform to Sega's surprising Sonic Boom, we break down all the recent bombshell news. Plus, we share our full impressions of CastleStorm and Pokemon Bank.
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Extra: Nintendo’s Mobile Calling
From companion apps to entire side games, we examine three ways that Nintendo can smartly use smart devices without the need to ditch their consoles.
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Episode 62: Time To Recharge
Be it Chibi-Robo's battery or Nintendo itself, sometimes a recharge is needed. We share impressions of Chibi-Robo: Photo Finder, analyze Nintendo's financial woes, and more.
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Extra: The Road To Pokemon Champion
What does it take to be a Pokemon master? We compete in the Pokemon Regional Championships to find out, and report back with impressions and photos.
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Episode 61: Party Time
Celebrate the New Year with a party. A Mario Party. We share impressions of Mario Party: Island Tour, Bravely Default, Wii Sports Club: Golf and more. Plus, an assessment of the eShop's indie scene.
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Extra: The Year of Luigi That Was
Luigi's time in the spotlight is winding down as the Year of Luigi comes to a close. We look back at the games and goodies that turned 2013 into "Weegee Time."
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Episode 60: A New Spin on Things
We share impressions of NES Remix and Sonic Lost World, two Wii U titles that shake up classic franchises. Plus, our thoughts on the latest Nintendo Direct.
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Extra: The Merchandise of Nintendo World
Nintendo World upped its merchandise game and we're giving you a look from the exclusive apparel to the cool collectables. Plus, a tour of the store's Mario and Zelda displays.
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Episode 59: The Stuff of Legends
We examine the evolving Zelda formula through A Link Between Worlds impressions. Plus, our thoughts on VGX, Nintendo’s November sales, and Miiverse for 3DS.
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Extra: The Direct Problem
Nintendo Directs are a great way for fans to learn about upcoming games and products, but is Nintendo just preaching to the choir? We present the videos' pros and cons "directly to you."
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Episode 58: Purrfect Platforming
The Cat Mario doesn’t have our tongue as we share Super Mario 3D World impressions and discuss whether it’s the game that can save Wii U. Plus, we announce our eShop contest winner.
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Extra: Nintendo Takes a Holiday Tour
'Tis the season for the Nintendo Holiday Mall Experience. We report back from the tour's first day with photos, thoughts, and a look at the lineup of Wii U and 3DS games available to play.
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Episode 57: Strikes, Aces, and Balance Boards
We get active with Wii Sports Club and Wii Fit U impressions, break down the latest Nintendo Direct, and discuss the Wii U's casual-oriented holiday season. Plus, win $20 in eShop credit!
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Extra: A Smaller Nintendo Experience
What happens when Nintendo leaves the crazy booths and costumed characters at home? We visit the final stop of the Nintendo Experience tour to show you.
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Episode 56: Wii Party, U?
There ain't no party like a Wii U party. We share our impressions of Wii Party U and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies. Plus, an analysis of Nintendo's new strategy for saving the Wii U.
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Extra: Pokemon’s Strange World of Spin-Offs
Forget catching them all. We look back at Pokemon spin-offs that focus on watching TV, swiping a stylus, and doing whatever a Trozei is.
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Episode 55: The Genetics of Pokemon
Through impressions of Pokemon X & Y, we discuss what makes Pokemon games tick and what the future holds for the series. Plus, thoughts on Lorule and the Wii U's sales turnaround.
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Extra: The Games and Sights of IndieCade 2013
A Nintendo event without Mario? At IndieCade 2013, Nintendo focused on the next wave of indie games for the eShop, and we were there to take in the sights and play all the games.
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Episode 54: The Winds of Nostalgia
We set out on a high seas voyage with impressions of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD, plus go hands-on with upcoming eShop games at IndieCade 2013.
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 5 – Nintendo GameCube
Wind Waker may be getting all the attention with its Wii U remake, but there are other great GameCube games worth revisiting. We look back at four with original art and retrospectives.
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Episode 53: It’s a Wonderful Life
Listeners, unite up! We save the day with The Wonderful 101, get artsy with Art Academy: SketchPad, and discuss the return of Wii Fit and Wii Sports.
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Extra: Diving Into The eShop’s Blue Ocean
Wii Sports Club and Wii Fit U mark a major turning point for the eShop. We explain how Nintendo is using these just-announced titles to expand the download service's reach.
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Episode 52: Let’s Get Ready To Rumble
We take on Nintendo’s first NFC-enabled game with Pokemon Rumble U impressions, explain why you need to play SteamWorld Dig, and analyze the unexpected Nintendo 2DS.
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Extra: Why The 2DS Is Actually A Good Idea
Nintendo 3DS, meet Nintendo 2DS. We examine how the curiously designed, 3D-less handheld will help Nintendo overcome the issues that currently face the 3DS.
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Episode 51: Mean Green Dreaming Machine
We enter Luigi’s dreams with Mario & Luigi: Dream Team impressions, explore the world of Attack of the Friday Monsters, and discuss rumors of a Pokemon fighting game.
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Extra: Wii U Goes Hollywood
Nintendo brings the Wii U to the epicenter of entertainment for the final stop of the Wii U Summer Tour. Check out photos and details straight from Hollywood.
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Episode 50: Go Forth, My Pikmin
We celebrate fifty episodes with impressions of Pikmin 3, Earthbound, Animal Crossing Plaza, and the upcoming The Wonderful 101. Plus, a breakdown of the latest Nintendo Directs.
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Extra: Pokemon Pikachu, A True Pocket Monster
Is that a Pikachu in your pocket? We take a photographic trip down memory lane with Nintendo's first virtual pet and examine how it helped shape the future of Pokemon.
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Episode 49: The Adventures of Comic-Con 2013
It's Comic-Con impressions galore with Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Bayonetta 2, Sonic Lost World, and many more. Plus, win a Pikmin 3 shirt!
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Extra: Comic-Con 2013 in Photos
We came, we saw, we Comic-Con'd! Check out our photos of this year's expo, including Nintendo's Gaming Lounge, an Assassin's Creed pirate ship, and a few famous faces.
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Episode 48: Wario’s Got Games
We share full impressions of Game & Wario and go hands-on with the upcoming Phoenix Wright - Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies and 1001 Spikes. Plus, all the latest news!
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Extra: Flashback Vol. 4 – Game Boy Advance
Flashback returns and is more advanced than ever as we look back on four classic Game Boy Advance games with original artwork and retrospectives.
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Episode 47: Turning Over a New Leaf
We go green with impressions of Animal Crossing: New Leaf and New Super Luigi U. Plus, we discuss newly announced Wii U indie games and sort through all the E3 news leftovers.
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Extra: Nintendo’s Cult of Personality
Every gamer knows Shigeru Miyamoto, but what about Nintendo's other developers? We examine how and why the company wants to turn its other lead developers into equally big names.
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Episode 46: Hands-on with E3 2013
We go hands-on with Super Mario 3D World, Mario Kart 8, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, and Zelda: Wind Waker HD! Plus, a roundup of Nintendo's E3 interviews.
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Extra: E3 2013, Best Buy Style
Nintendo brought E3 to the public and some of its most famous developers tagged along. We report back from Best Buy's Nintendo Experience with photos and more.
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Episode 45: E3 2013 Direct Response
Mario, Mario Kart, and Smash Bros., oh my! We cover all the big announcements from Nintendo Direct, the Pokemon X & Y Roundtable, and beyond in this special E3 episode.
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Extra: Capturing The E3 2013 Invasion
E3 2013 is mere days away! We embark on a photo adventure around the Los Angeles Convention Center to bring you a peek at this year's expo.
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Episode 44: Platforming Paradise
From hands-on impressions of Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D to first details of Sonic Lost World, we discuss a plethora of platformers. Plus, our takes on the Xbox One.
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Extra: Tales of the Super Mario Bros. Movie
The makers of the infamous Mario movie celebrated its 20th anniversary by discussing everything that went wrong and the few things that went right. We bring you the highlights.
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Extra: Kong-quering the L.A. Zoo
Donkey Kong spent the Memorial Day weekend with his gorilla brethren at the Los Angeles Zoo. We report back with photos from the Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D launch celebration.
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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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