IS YOSHI AND THE MYSTERIOUS BOOK JUST A BABY GAME FOR BABIES? @pdyx.bsky.social returns to give our impressions about the new Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive and how it pleasantly surprised us. Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/emb5xDHq3ds

Our very own @monolithfiji.bsky.social got to air some thoughts about AI in games in this very well-researched piece from Christine Ji at @marketwatch.com. We'll take any opportunity to shout angrily about AI to anyone who will hear us 🙇

Which is the better Nintendo space franchise: Star Fox or Metroid? This week David and Jordan duke it out with words as returning host Matthew Stoner moderates on this SPECIAL EPISODE of the pod. Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/eTUjUL5uSpI

Talked to @andresegers.bsky.social about our thoughts on the Star Fox remake

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! With Star Fox on the way, what form will the rumored Ocarina of Time remake take? @andresegers.bsky.social of @gamexplain.bsky.social joins us to speculate on the potential release. Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/f0JRqZtN7rE

@writnelson.bsky.social on unionizing the games industry

Ever wondered how some indie devs are able to keep tons of different projects going? We got THE BAFTA-nominated @writnelson.bsky.social on to tell us how he’s able to keep so many plates spinning at once. Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/tYIp6fChRx4

HAS NINTENDO KILLED THE DIRECT? Fan favorite guest @thehuge27.bsky.social returns to talk about Nintendo's modified announcement strategy. What would a Direct even look like in the wake of Nintendo Today? Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/GqKN4CuaAOI

ARE YOU LIVING THE DREAM? We sure are. @toontris.bsky.social and legal comedian Garrett Buss join the podcast to give our impressions on the latest Tomodachi Life title. Which Miis did you create? Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/XIQn-mZ2C_Q

We’ve talked about WIND and WATER. This week our episode is FIRE. @pdyx.bsky.social returns to discuss one of gamings oldest tropes. How does this element present itself in our favorite video games? Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/XFH59KXBjCI

No shit it's made to sell toys.... #mariogalaxy #mariogalaxymovie #mario #andor #starwars

ARE THE CRITICS WRONG?? This week we’re talking all about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. @dannywgoodwin.bsky.social joins us to give a non-spoiler review and afterwards we have a complete spoiler discussion. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/x0eSrJyfajU

Star Fox is just the beginning.... Check out the full episode here: youtu.be/hgN5j6YuZO4

Mario Galaxy Movie review: Coulda used more Birdo TBH

Over the years, Nintendo sure has cancelled a lot of games. Friend of the show @xanagear.com returns to rank the games that never saw an official release. What’s your favorite vaporware title? Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/hgN5j6YuZO4

BOOST MODE HAS ARRIVED!! And it has us wondering… are we in an era of Nintendo listening to their fans? Jeremy Franklin joins us to pontificate on what else we’d like to see while they're listening. Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/Ol0uq-byBgQ

@deeb.bsky.social gets into why console gaming has stagnated and how android handhelds bring excitement back into gaming! Check out the full episode today!

NVIDIA has lost the plot

A NEW HANDHELD HAS ENTERED THE CHAT. @deeb.bsky.social joins the podcast to talk all about one of the best devices we’ve ever used: the AYN Thor. What can Nintendo learn from this Android-based machine?? Tune in wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/mf1bHLyvY0w

There's one major problem with Pokemon Pokopia... (ft. @sarahxciii.bsky.social)

WE’RE BACK! And Pokémon Pokopia is watering our dried out post apocalyptic hearts. @sarahxciii.bsky.social joins us to break down and rebuild our thoughts on the highest rated Pokémon game of all time. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/D47hIBQt1Ik

No episode this week, taking a mental health break. Take this opportunity to drink some water and touch some grass ✨ We'll be back next week to talk about Pokopia!

THE NEW IP GOLD RUSH IS IN FULL EFFECT! @hansgougar.bsky.social joins us this week to talk about Hollywood’s latest acquisition frenzy. Is originality dead? Will lessons be learned from superhero fatigue? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/vwG9qWpXOsM

Where do we go after Discord? (ft. @daniel.gvg.io)

GAME, SET, MATCH. Is Mario Tennis Fever an ace or is there nothing to love? Join us as @monolithfiji.bsky.social and @daniel.gvg.io give their impressions on the first Mario sports title for the Switch 2. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/kD6J2nnAeCY

LOOK WHO’S BACK! For the SEVENTH anniversary of the pod, Matthew Stoner and @pdyx.bsky.social reminisce on their shared history with David Howe. Oh AND they break down the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/dD0KtrJo6H4

After 7 years my podcast has finally made it to 666 subscribers on youtube 🥹

WHAT DOES EMULATION LOOK LIKE IN 2026? This week @defunctgames.com & @mdomangue.bsky.social join to discuss Nintendo Classics and how it fits into the modern emulation scene. What are some features that you get on NSO that you can't elsewhere? Watch below or listen wherever you get your podcasts! ✨✨

Now you can own the gaping maw @monolithfiji.bsky.social @fabraz.bsky.social @luckshotgames.com

EXPRESS YOURSELF! @fabraz.bsky.social and @luckshotgames.com join us to discuss the new world of “expressive platformers.” What are they and how can this emergent subgenre impact the game industry at large? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/ySQRUHwW2Qs

We're not saying you SHOULD do this, but you COULD 😏

When did you last visit your island? Are your villagers mad? Don't worry listener, we weren't sure either. Joined by @auntie-wow.bsky.social and Emma, we break down the new surprise update for ACNH. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/TiTGKXJkZ1Y

Have you ever wanted to go to MAGFest? Well, @monolithfiji.bsky.social WENT. Joined by @afnarratives.blacksky.app, they talk all about their favorite indie games, performances, and panels at the 2026 fest. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/d1dWocCwCDI

OOPS ALL NEWS!! We're joined by George from @nintendormant.bsky.social to discuss the recent slump in holiday sales from the gaming industry at large along with a slew of other topics such as Pokemon's 30th anniversary, Metroid Prime 4 news and more! Watch below or listen wherever you get podcasts!!

2026 PREDICTIONS EPISODE! As we say goodbye to the insane year that was Nintendo's 2025, we're joined by @pdyx.bsky.social to go over everything we know is coming in 2026, and drop some ideas about what we'd like to see for Switch 2. Check it out on youtube below or wherever you enjoy podcasts!!!

And the Golden Head Award for Most Canceled Game goes to.....

Our annual award show is LIVE and it's the most prestigious show of the season!! Come join us alongside the return of @weebwitched.bsky.social to look back on 2025 and give out our coveted Golden Headz awards alongside our picks for game of the year! Watch on YouTube or wherever you get podcasts!!

Will we see another $80 game from Nintendo? David doesn't think so!

PROGRESS REPORT. Now that we’ve had the Switch 2 for half a year, David & Jordan evaluate the launch cycle from a wider scope. What do we like? What could be better? Are Switch 2 upgrades coming fast enough? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/1pcGCNSFoAU

OUR NEXT MISSION IS FINALLY HERE! @ferriswheelpro.bsky.social and @ruleof2review.bsky.social return to give our initial impressions of the long awaited Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Does it live up to the hype? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/74sO15vpZHg

Couldn't help but notice that @switchheadz.bsky.social was snubbed from the Golden Globes nominations this morning :(

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU! @alexjkane.bsky.social and @gholson.bsky.social join this week to talk about Nintendo exclusive Star Wars games, and Dash it, there are quite a few. Which one is your favorite? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/kLzpy5XgDMg

IS KIRBY AIR RIDERS THE MOST ADHD GAME NINTENDO HAS EVER MADE? @hansgougar.bsky.social returns to the pod as we talk all about the new Masahiro Sakurai joint. Is it a bop or is it a flop? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/CTuQ_ZSqh7E

A NEW FOE HAS APPEARED! With Valve introducing new hardware to the market, @pdyx.bsky.social and @jayhem.bsky.social from @devolverdigital.com join us to speculate on the latest shake up in the console wars. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/D_d5hNJn8nM

The Imprisoning War is upon us! @itskoob.mov and @calamarth.bsky.social join David to talk about the latest CANONICAL entry into the Hyrule Warriors franchise. How does it fare as a companion to TotK? Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/h69cA4ZvskQ

TIME FOR TAKEOFF! Join @georgebanks.bsky.social @nantenjex.bsky.social and special guest @monolithfiji.bsky.social from the @switchheadz.bsky.social podcast to talk all things Pilotwings! Strap on your rocket belts, this episode is a blast. youtu.be/KWnJkicFUu4?...

We chart Nintendo's history of home screens and OSes in a chat with Mao Mao creator @parkersimmons.bsky.social! From the Famicom Disk System to the Wii to the Switch 2, we go deep in this jam-packed episode! Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/-d-iR8fiR68

It’s high time we voiced our opinion about GameChat! @bbonn.bsky.social and Alex Von Kurkendall are here to talk about proper online chat etiquette and how Nintendo can improve the service. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/26mbVB2hreU

A NEW LEGEND ARISES. Is Z-A a worthy successor to Arceus? Austin Young and Jeremy Franklin climb the royale ranks with us as we give our impressions on the latest title in the Pokemon franchise. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/x6QOVlPeDO4

Do you miss the games of yore? Indies got you covered. @siactro.bsky.social and @lithiumproject.bsky.social join us to talk about the role of indie devs making spiritual successors to their favorite games. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch the video version on YouTube: youtu.be/VGaLL7Fv-IA