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It’s a new year, the holiday season is over, and it’s time to convert your brain back from mush to something a little sharper – which is exactly what the games we’re discussing in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast can help you do! We share impressions of Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain and puzzle-platformer Unravel Two, alongside a broader discussion of our favorite puzzle games. Plus, we say goodbye to Nintendo Minute and hello to a few standout titles shown in December’s Indie World Showcase. What’s the first game you played in 2022? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:34] Genre Series: Puzzle Games [0:52 – 1:13] Indie World Showcase 12.15.2021 (YouTube) [0:52] Nintendo Announces Environmentally-Conscious Game, Endling: Extinction Is Forever, Is Coming To Switch (GameSpot) [0:55] Loco Motive is a LucasArts-inspired point-and-click comedy adventure (Eurogamer.net) [0:59] Switch-Exclusive Co-op Adventure ‘Aliisha: The Oblivion Of Twin Goddesses’ Launches In Spring 2022 (Nintendo Life) [1:04] Let’s Play! Oink Games Now Available On Nintendo Switch (NintendoSoup) [1:14] Nintendo Minute Video Series to End After Eight Years (Siliconera) [1:99] Nintendo Expanding Kyoto Development Facilities (Nintendo World Report) [1:22] PageBoy: Nintendo’s Lost Game Boy Add On Would Have Had Email (Kotaku) Games [0:05] Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain (Official Site) [0:23] Unravel Two (Official Site) [0:52] Endling – Extinction is Forever (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:55] Loco Motive (Official Site) [0:59] Aliisha: The Oblivion of the Twin Goddesses (Official Site) [1:04] Let’s Play! Oink Games (Official Site)

RNHQ can try all they want but they’re never getting us back. We’re indie now. That means we do what we want, when we want. And if that means having to ration a day’s worth of food across an entire week between three people, then so be it. That being said, it’d be nice to have access to RNHQ’s breakfast spread… On this episode, Jason and Kevin hit the bullseye with Hawkeye, Arcane is way out of Angel’s league, Kevin’s Backbone One has his back, Jason and Kevin love the hateful characters of Succession, and then the whole RN crew go into the spider-verse with Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:14] Hawkeye [0:30] Arcane [0:41] The Backbone One controller [0:51] Succession [1:06] Spider-Man 2 [1:19] Spider-Man: No Way Home [1:26] Spider-Man: No Way Home Spoilers

On the award stage or in battle, there’s always a winner – and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’ve got both types covered. We start in battle, against both demons and pocket monsters, with impressions of Shin Megami Tensei V and a check in with the latest Pokemon Unite happenings. We then turn to the award stage with a discussion of the 2021 Game Awards and its big announcements, followed by our own Game of the Year picks. Plus, a fine sprinkling of sales news throughout the show. This episode also marks the final part of our ten-year anniversary celebration! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel before year’s end to be automatically entered into a raffle for one last prize of a $20 eShop credit. One lucky subscriber will be chosen at random. If you enjoy the show, you can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:04] Shin Megami Tensei V launch sales were highest in US franchise history (Nintendo Enthusiast) [0:17] Dragonite And Special Holiday Season Event Revealed For Pokemon Unite (Nintendo Life) [0:36] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl surpass 6 million units sold (Nintendo Everything) [0:38] The Game Awards 2021: Official Livestream (YouTube) [1:03] November 2021 NPD: Elusive new-gen consoles drag down industry sales (VentureBeat) [1:10] Persona 4 Arena Ultimax Heading to PC, PS4, Switch (RPGamer) [1:14] Sega announces Sonic Frontiers, a new Sonic the Hedgehog 3D adventure (Polygon) [1:21] Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Trailer Breakdown: All The Easter Eggs And References (GameSpot) [1:25] The Game Awards 2021 Winners: The Full List (IGN) [1:29] Our Games of the Year Games [0:04] Shin Megami Tensei V (Official Site) [0:17] Pokemon Unite (Official Site) [1:10] Persona 4 Arena Ultimate (Official Site) [1:14] Sonic Frontiers (Official Site) [1:30] Knockout City (Official Site) [1:36] Metroid Dread (Official Site)

Why have we been silent? We escaped again. We’re at an undisclosed location. RNHQ ain’t ever finding us. And we’re still going to put our episodes on their feed because they don’t know how to stop us. A new age of mediocre podcasting begins today. On this episode, Jason unexpectedly goes to Kanye show, Angel bows to King Richard, Kevin’s live-action Cowboy Bebop arc comes to an end, Jason faces off against a big worm in Dune, Angel goes deep state into Inside Job, Jason meets the Eternals, and Kevin gets lost in the Scarlet Nexus. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:18] Kanye and Drake’s joint concert [0:29] King Richard [0:35] Cowboy Bebop [0:59] Dune [1:13] Inside Job [1:21] Eternals [1:28] Scarlet Nexus

We now return to our regularly scheduled program, and with it comes a whole lot of impressions. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we play catch up with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, Mario Party Superstars, and the Legend of Zelda Game & Watch. Plus, we discuss the announcement of an official Smash Bros. championship circuit, cast our predictions for the The Game Awards, and chose our two anniversary giveaway winners. The giveaways don’t end there, though! We’re next giving away two more $20 eShop gift cards on our Twitter account, so be sure to follow us @RandomNintendo and keep an eye out for the special tweet to retweet in the coming days. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to also subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:05] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl Duplication Glitches Are Out Of Control (Kotaku) [0:20] GTA Trilogy Definitive Edition: New patch fixes dozens of visual bugs (Polygon) [0:21] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Japanese sales revealed (Nintendo Everything) [0:23] October 2021 NPD: Far Cry and Metroid rocket industry sales up 16% (VentureBeat) [0:51] Nintendo partners with Panda Global to launch Super Smash Bros. circuit (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:00] The ‘final fighter adjustment patch’ for Smash Ultimate is out now (Destructoid) [1:08] Mario Golf: Super Rush’s final free content update adds Shy Guy, Wiggler, and more (Eurogamer.net) [1:11] Mario Kart Live’s 2.0 update makes multiplayer much easier and cheaper (The Verge) [1:13] Paper Mario announced for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack library (Polygon) [1:16] Here Are The Nominees For The Game Awards 2021 (Game Informer) Games [0:05] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (Official Site) [0:24] Mario Party Superstars (Official Site) [0:44[ Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda (Official Site) [0:54] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:08] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Official Site) [1:11] Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (Official Site)

  It’s our tenth anniversary, and to celebrate, we have a very special episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast for you. Instead of the three of us, there are five as we host a roundtable with everyone who’s made an appearance over our 10-year history. And instead of the usual news cycle, we’re reflecting on the past decade that made the show, from the games and systems to events and punny episode titles. Of course, like any good birthday, we’ve also got party favors. Between now and the end of the year, we are giving away $100 in eShop credits to thank you, the listeners, for making this all possible. Random Nintendo would not be where it is today without each and every one of you, so we want to bring the party to you wherever you are! Here, it’s in comments of this blog post. Leave a reply below before December 4 telling us your favorite Nintendo memory of the past decade for a chance to win one of two $20 eShop gift cards. Then, follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.and subscribe to our YouTube Channel for your shot at additional gift cards throughout December. If you enjoy the show, be sure to also subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcasting app. We don’t have any time stamps this episode since it was more of a free-wheeling look back, so we’ll instead leave you with this: THANK YOU! Thank you for listening, reading, watching, and following us for the past decade. Enjoy the roundtable! Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be age 13 or older. The contest begins on November 21, 2021 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 3, 2020 at 11:59 PM PST. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment below. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. Two (2) commenters will be chosen at random and each receive one (1) digital code redeemable for $20 in credit on the US Nintendo eShop. Random Nintendo staff members may not participate in this contest. Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason. The winners will be chosen at random on December 4, 2021, announced in Episode 269 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email. (Approximately 30 minutes in, Kevin references a Smash Bros. belt. Here it is!)

Be it room decor, friends around N64 games, or a squad of Pikmin, it all comes together in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We share our impressions of Animal Crossing New Horizons’ new Happy Home Parade DLC, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, surprise release Pikmin Bloom, and check in on the latest season of Apex Legends. Plus, we take a look at Nintendo’s latest financials, the next phase for the company’s IP ambitions, and discuss how Nintendo shaped our gaming perceptions. Are you back into Animal Crossing? Let us know why or why not in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] Animal Crossing New Horizons Happy Home Paradise DLC available now (Nintendo.com) [0:19] Players Have A Ton Of Complaints About Nintendo Switch Online’s N64 Games (Kotaku) [0:33] Second Quarter Financial Results Briefing for the Fiscal Year Ending March 2022 (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:59] Extra: Pokemon Pikachu, A True Pocket Monster [1:10] Nintendo cuts Switch sales forecast due to global chip shortage (The Verge) [1:13] Nintendo has 14 games that sold at least 1 million copies since April (VentureBeat) [1:17] Here’s How Nintendo Is Spending Its Fortunes After The Switch Performs Better Than Expectations (GameSpot) [1:19] Luigi’s Mansion expansion sets join Lego’s Super Mario World collection (The Verge) [1:23] Another source points to potential Donkey Kong movie with Seth Rogen (VGC) [1:30] Nintendo Is Opening A New Store In Japan (Nintendo Life) Games [0:02] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site) [0:35] Apex Legends (Official Site) [0:58] Pikmin Bloom (Official Site)

Welcome to the latest episode of Random Nonte– JK, it’s just Jason & Kevin! Following in the footsteps of the Angel & Jason Power Hour and Rated K-A, it’s now Jason and Kevin’s turn to spend some quality one-on-one time together. And oh the places they go: concerts, movie theaters, even the metaverse. It’s a one-off episode unlike any other, partly because this is the only host combo we haven’t done yet. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Time stamps for this epi– JK again, there are none. The conversation was so freewheeling we couldn’t keep up. Our apologies, but we hope you enjoy the full show!

Get ready for a Dread-full show. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. we share our impressions of Metroid Dread, along with Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, the new Switch edition of Gang Beasts, and how Sora plays in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. We also discuss the Animal Crossing Direct, Switch Online + Expansion Pack’s unexpected pricing, and the shifting perception of game value. Plus, there’s a Switch release date shuffle afoot with Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy and Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp. What do you think of Metroid Dread? Tell us in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:39] Metroid Dread is the highest-grossing Metroid game launch in UK history (GamesIndustry.biz) and Dread has already outsold nearly every Metroid game in Japan (VGC) [0:27] Metroid Dread Staff Say They’ve Been Left Out Of The Game’s Credits, MercurySteam Responds (Nintendo Life) [0:42] Sora Is Now Available In Smash Ultimate (TheGamer) [1:20] Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct 10.15.2021 (Nintendo.com) [1:28] Animal Crossing: New Horizons Happy Home Paradise Paid DLC Announced, Launching Next Month (Game Informer) [1:31] Nintendo Switch Online’s N64 and Sega Genesis ‘expansion pack’ launches October 25th for $49.99 per year (The Verge) [1:34] What happens to Happy Home Paradise when your Switch Online plus Expansion Pack expires? (Dot Esports) [1:39] Nintendo Switch’s 33-Month Sales Record In The US Just Fell, As PS5 Takes Top Spot In September (GameSpot) [1:45] The remastered Grand Theft Auto trilogy is launching on November 11th (The Verge) [1:51] Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp for Nintendo Switch is delayed (Polygon) Games [0:03] Metroid Dread (Official Site) [0:42] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:51] Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl (Official Site) [1:12] Gang Beasts (Official Site) [1:20] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site) [1:45] Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition (Official Site) [1:51] Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp (Nintendo.com Game Page)

They say seeing is believing, but we like to think hearing about it is pretty good too. And on this Nintendo Switch OLED Model launch weekend, we’ve got impressions of the new hardware, the transfer process, and oh yes, that big ol’ OLED screen. We also share impressions of a couple actual games with Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania and the third season of Knockout City. Plus, we discuss Sora joining Smash Bros. Ultimate as its final fighter, attempt to untangle the confusing web of Kingdom Heart games now coming to Switch, and more. Did you buy a Switch OLED Model? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:06] Hardware Impressions: Nintendo Switch OLED Model [0:19] The Switch Pro was real, Bloomberg reports (The Verge) [0:43] Did You Know Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Has A Secret Code To Enter? (Nintendo Life) [0:57] The Final Mr. Sakurai Presents: Battling with Sora (YouTube.com) [0:57] Sora from Kingdom Hearts revealed as the final DLC fighter coming to Super Smash Bros Ultimate (Nintendo.com) [1:19] Several Kingdom Hearts games are coming to Nintendo Switch (The Verge) [1:28] Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition Officially Announced (IGN) [1:30] The Game Awards will take place in-person in L.A. on December 9 (VentureBeat) [1:32] Nintendo may re-release Metroid Prime 1 instead of a Switch trilogy, it’s again been claimed (VGC) [1:34] Min Min, Steve, Alex amiibo release date set for spring 2022 (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:36] Universal Studios’ Nintendo theme park adding Donkey Kong area in 2024 (Polygon)   Games [0:26] Knockout City (Official Site) [0:43] Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania (Official Site) [0:57] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:19] Kingdom Hearts (Official Site) [1:28] Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition (IGN Game Page)  

Okay, so planning an RNHQ escape is really hard, right? We’ve got little to no tools at our disposal, and we’re under surveillance most of the time, except when the guards go to use the restroom. We’re working on it, alright? Best we got are the toothbrushes they gave us. On this episode, we play catch up with the Apple event, Angel does As The Gods Will, Kevin and Angel play some Squid Games, Kevin goes off on Netflix’s Cowboy Bebop reaction, and Shang-Chi’s takes Jason and Kevin on a trip. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:06] Apple catch-up [0:30] As The Gods Will, an Angel story [36:11] Squid Game, not Splatoon [0:52] Kevin’s reaction to Cowboy Bebop reactions [1:02] Shang-Cni is top-tier MCU

It’s a show as crazy as the come – or at the very least, the topics are. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we start by sharing our impressions of the equally wild WarioWare: Get It Together and Cruis’n Blast, followed by the crazy continuing with our takes on the surprising cast of the Super Mario movie. We then turn a bit more civil to bring you all the news big and small from the rest of this past week’s Nintendo Direct, including Switch Online’s expansion, Kirby’s post-apocalyptic adventure, Voice of Cards’ demo, and more. What was your favorite Nintendo Direct announcement and are you okay after that Mario cast reveal? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news, games, and general insanity discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:28] Raw Thrills on Cruis’n Blast – possibility of online play and more (Nintendo Everything) [0:42] Nintendo Direct 9.23.21 (Nintendo.com) [0:43] The Super Mario Movie Coming In 2022 Has Quite The Cast (Kotaku) [1:11] Bayonetta 3 Director Explains the Game’s New Demonic Kaiju Ability (IGN) [1:17] Mario Golf: Super Rush version 3.0.0 update now available, adds two new characters and courses (Gematsu) [1:20] Smash Bros. Ultimate Final DLC Character Will Be Revealed On October 5 (GameSpot) [1:23] Animal Crossing: New Horizons will finally get Brewster and The Roost in November (Polygon) [1:26] August 2021 NPD: Ghost of Tsushima returns to dominate August game sales (VentureBeat) [1:27] Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak is a ‘massive expansion’ for 2022 (Polygon) [1:36] Yoko Taro’s New Game Is A Swords-And-Sorcery Strategy RPG With Cards (Nintendo Life) [1:44] Nintendo Switch Online is getting an ‘expansion pack’ with N64 and Genesis games (The Verge) [1:56] Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles headed to Nintendo Switch Online (Eurogamer.net) [1:59] New Splatoon 3 details from the Squid Research Lab (Nintendo.com) [2:06] Kirby and the Forgotten Land announced for Nintendo Switch (Polygon) Games [0:02] WarioWare: Get It Together (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:26] Cruis’n Blast (Official Site) [1:11] Bayonetta 3 (Official Site) [1:17] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Official Site) [1:20] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:23] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site) [1:27] Monster Hunter Rise (Official Site) [1:36] Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars (Official Site) [1:59] Splatoon 3 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [2:06] Kirby and the Forgotten Land (Official Site)

Random Nontendo, this is not. While Jason is running wild in the City of Sin, your favorite two good boys Angel and Kevin have a commandeered the podcast for a very pleasant conversation about spirituality, love and peace… SIIIIIIKE! Join the dynamic duo known as K-A (formally known as AK*47) as they spend more than 47 minutes talking about the finer things in life such as the chill nature of golf, video game metas, their love of anime, childhood cartoons and the craziness of the pro wrestling industry. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Normally, the is where we’d also tell you timestamps can each segment can be found below. Except not because this is Rated K-A and we don’t do that (hey, this is Kevin, I totally forgot to put timestamps, sorry listener.)

Court cases, making cases, literal cases. Whatever the case may be, it’s covered in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We finally take to the courtrooms of The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles and pay a return visit to Knockout City with its new modes and features. We then examine the case of Big Brain Academy’s sudden return, plus discuss Lego’s Super Mario 64 Question Mark Block and the worlds encased within it. To top it all off, we reflect on 30 years of Sonic The Hedgehog. Case in point, this is one show you don’t want to miss. Are you playing Ace Attorney or Knockout City? Excited for Big Brain Academy? Tell us in the comments. And in case you aren’t already (sorry, couldn’t resist one last pun), be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:27] Power Up in Knockout City’s New Limited Time Mode (Hardcore Gamer) [0:39] Big Brain Academy for Switch finally lets you crush your family, academically speaking (Polygon) [0:52] Super Mario 64 Gets Turned Into The Latest Super Mario Lego Set (Kotaku) [1:01] Pokemon Oreos get a full reveal video, 16 different cookies to find (Nintendo Wire) [1:03] More scrapped plans for the Tokyo Olympics unearthed featuring Nintendo (Nintendo Everything) [1:04] Marvel’s Midnight Suns Offers In-Depth Look at Card Battle System (IGN) [1:12] Sonic Colors: Ultimate glitches on Switch are creating horrific nightmares (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:14] The Anniversary Series: Sonic The Hedgehog Games [0:02] The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles (Official Site) [0:27] Knockout City (Official Site) [0:39] Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:04] Marvel’s Midnight Suns (Official Site) [1:12] Sonic Colors: Ultimate (Official Site)

Alright, we’ve had enough. We’re getting outta here. We’re going to revolt against RNHQ. We still don’t know how exactly we’re doing it because we’re malnourished. But dang it, we’re getting out of here. We still gotta record to make it seem like nothing’s going on, but we’re doing it. On today’s episode, Angel gets psychedelic with Psychonauts, Jason has too much content to sift through with The White Lotus and Made For Love, The Killers finally kill Kevin’s enthusiasm with Pressure Machine, Certified Lover Boy Jason talks Drake and (finally) Kanye West’s Donda, and Angel gives us the not so sweet Sound of Metal. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:15] Getting psychedelic with Psychonauts [0:27] Jason’s content overload with The White Lotus and Made for Love [0:48] The Killers’ Pressure Machine is broken [1:01] Drake vs. Kanye [1:15] The not so Sound of Metal

Whether it’s microgames, tiny trains, or bite-sized news, it’s a big show full of little things. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we go hands-on with the upcoming WarioWare: Get It Together and share impressions of both Mini Metro and Conduct Together. We then turn our attention to the news, ranging from a smattering of new announcements at Gamescom 2021 to a deeper look at Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl from the latest Pokemon Presents. Have any thoughts on these topics? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] WarioWare: Get It Together Gets an Unexpected Demo (IGN) [0:34] Metroid Dread Report vol. 6: Dive deep into the new trailer (Metroid Dread Official Site) [0:37] Riptide cancels Project+ tournaments after discussion with Nintendo of America (Dot Esports) [0:44] gamescom Opening Night Live 2021 (YouTube) [0:48] Midnight Suns is a new Marvel tactics RPG from XCOM studio Firaxis (The Verge) [1:03] Persona 5’s Morgana Is Joining Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania (Nintendo Life) [1:10] Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl roster adds April O’Neil and CatDog (Polygon) [1:17] Pokemon Presents | 8.18.21 (YouTube) Games [0:02] WarioWare: Get It Together (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:16] Mini Metro (Official Site) [0:27] Conduct Together (Official Site) [0:34] Metroid Dread (Official Site) [0:48] Marvel’s Midnight Suns (Official Site) [0:51] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:03] Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania (Official Site) [1:10] Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl (Official Site) [1:18] Pokemon Cafe Mix (Official Site) [1:21] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (Official Site) [1:25] Pokemon Legends: Arceus (Official Site)

Seconds just bleed into minutes and then minutes bleed into hours and then hours bleed into days and then days bleed into weeks and then weeks bleed into months and then months bleed into years and then those bleed into decades and then those… On today’s episode, Angel becomes Legend in Hearthstone and goes to Double-U Double-U 2 with DC Animated Movies, Jason takes a trip to the UK with Ted Lasso, and Kevin tries to sort through all this Neon Genesis Evangelion nonsense. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:01] Angel’s great Hearthstone achievement [0:28] Getting animated with Batman: The Long Halloween and Justice Society: WW2 [0:52] Feeling good with Ted Lasso [1:12] Neon Genesis 358/2 Birth by Sleep

The eShop. The repair shop. The figurative shop of business. Whatever the shop, we’re talking about it in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. First, we head to the eShop for our takes on the new games of the Indie World Showcase, including impressions of Islanders: Console Edition. Then, we’re off to the repair shop, discussing the plight of trying to fix a broken Wii U and how gaming is more fleeting than ever. And finally, we talk shop in the figurative sense with a look at Nintendo’s quarterly financials and the growing power of the “Switch Bump.” Plus, along the way we cover rumors of GTA on Switch, the first Mario movie detail, and more. What were your Indie World highlights? Tell us which you’re most excited for in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:05] Indie World Showcase 8.11.2021 (YouTube) [0:12] Loop Hero loops its way to Switch (VentureBeat) [0:17] Bomb Rush Cyberfunk coming to Nintendo Switch as timed exclusive (Polygon) [0:20] Tetris Effect Connected arrives on Nintendo Switch in October (VG247) [0:28] TOEM Brings Charming Hand-Drawn Photo Adventure To Switch This Fall (Nintendo Life) [0:30] Minimalist strategy game ISLANDERS: Console Edition now available for Switch (Gematsu) [0:49] This claim of walking through New York City today and not finding one StreetPass makes me sad (Destructoid) [0:53] Mario Golf: Super Rush adds Toadette, New Donk City (Eurogamer.net) [0:57] Financial Results Explanatory Material: 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year Ending March 2022 (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:01] Nintendo Drops 9% After Weak Earnings and Buyback Announcement (Bloomberg) [1:09] The GTA Remastered Trilogy Appears To Be Real, And Coming To Switch (Kotaku) [1:16] Super Nintendo World Merch Now On Sale At Universal Studios Hollywood (GameSpot) [1:18] The Super Mario movie could revive a 36-year-old Nintendo character (VGC) Games [0:12] Loop Hero (Official Site) [0:17] Bomb Rush Cyberfunk (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:20] Tetris Effect: Connected (Official Site) [0:28] TOEM (Official Site) [0:30] Islanders: Console Edition (Official Site) [0:42] Nintendo Land (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:53] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Official Site)

The concrete is cold. The air is humid. The sounds are hollow. The floors are wet. The smells are pungent. The chains are rusty. I wish I could say that we’re bothered by this. But this was life before. Do we deserve it? Maybe. We did take out two guards during our escape so yeah, we’ll call a spade a spade. This is home for us. This is the RNHQ gulag. On today’s episode, Kanye doesn’t release an album, Kevin finally rips into Chainsaw Man, Angel enters the tourney of Fate/Zero, the crew gets violent with The Suicide Squad, and Jason and Angel dive into Luca. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:09] 100% Unadulterated Kanye [0:22] Chainsaw Man RIPS HARD [0:35] Fate/Zero hates children [0:48] What are we, some sort of THE Suicide Squad? [0:57] What are we, some sort of THE Suicide Squad Spoilers? [1:15] Dipping into Luca

This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has lots of team spirit. We team up in Pokemon Unite to experience the franchise’s first foray into MOBAs, take one for the team by playing the latest Switch Online SNES games so you don’t have to, and are teaming with regret as we discuss games we missed from generations past. Okay, so only two of those really work and one completely misspells “teeming,” but the point is, there are a lot of games in here! And that’s not even including discussions of what’s next for New Pokemon Snap and Animal Crossing, plus rumblings of a live-action Pokemon TV show. Have you tried Pokemon Unite? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:28] Pokemon GO Catches $5 Billion in Lifetime Revenue in Five Years (Sensor Tower) [0:33] Pokemon Live-Action Series in Early Development at Netflix (Variety) [0:38] Nintendo’s next SNES Switch Online games include ‘Claymates’ and ‘Jelly Boy’ (Engadget) [1:11] Steam Deck, Valve handheld for PC games, announced for December release (Polygon) [1:16] Nintendo leak lists scrapped DS projects, including Pokemon Pinball, Geist DS (Nintendo Everything) [1:21] New Pokemon Snap Free Update To Add More Photogenic Monsters August 3 (GameSpot) [1:23] Free update adds fireworks to August in Animal Crossing New Horizons (Nintendo.com) [1:26] June 2021 NPD: Ratchet & Clank and Mario Golf set franchise records (VentureBeat) [1:27] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp’s ‘Summer Vacation Vibes’ update brings under-the-sea summer fun (Nintendo Wire) [1:29] Nintendo gives Dr. Mario mobile game just 3 months to live (Polygon) Games [0:02] Pokemon Unite (Official Site) [0:38] Switch Online SNES Games: Claymates, Jelly Boy, and Bombuzal (IGN Game Pages) [0:55] Donkey Konga (IGN Game Page) [0:59] P.N.03 (IGN Game Page) [1:03] The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Official Site) [1:08] Okamiden (IGN Game Page) [1:16] Geist (IGN Game Page) [1:21] New Pokemon Snap (Official Site) [1:23] Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pocket Camp (Official Site) [1:29] Dr. Mario World (Official Site)

OK, yeah, this is getting weird. They took away the butler, which, fine. We can get up to get the water bottles ourselves, but they also got rid of our chairs and the table… Some dude in a suit told us that it would be temporary and that we’d be recording downstairs for the next couple of episodes. We know what’s downstairs and we’re not looking forward to it. On today’s episode, Jason comes back from Mayheco, Angel and Jason come on and slam with Space Jam: A New Legacy, and Kevin and Jason expand the multiverse with Loki and Black Widow. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:10] Hoop, there Space Jam: A New Legacy is [0:28] Black Widow: Jason Bourne meets… The Incredibles? [0:36] Loki and what It means for the MCU’s future

It’s a question as old as time: does size matter? While we maybe can’t answer it in every sense, we certainly have some takes when it comes to the newly announced Switch (OLED Model) and its larger screen. In fact, it’s the guiding question of this entire episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast as we also discuss the size of the price tag for Tag Heuer’s Super Mario smartwatch and the scope of Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl in the face of its Smash Bros. inspiration. Plus, we share impressions of Fuser and celebrate 35 years of Metroid with part two of our Anniversary Series. What do you think of the OLED Switch? Tell us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:06] Nintendo announces Nintendo Switch OLED Model with a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen launching Oct 8 (Nintendo.com) [0:15] Nintendo does a ‘no comment’ on whether or not the OLED Switch will have Joy-Con drift issues (Destructoid) [0:33] Nintendo confirms no new CPU or increased RAM in the OLED Switch (The Verge) [0:41] Here’s Tag Heuer’s $2,150 Super Mario watch (VGC) [0:51] Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl Is a Smash Bros-alike Featuring SpongeBob, TMNT and More (IGN) [1:22] The Anniversary Series: Metroid [1:36] Ridley and Dark Samus amiibo get retailer-exclusive reprints, pre-orders live now (Nintendo Wire) Games [0:51] Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl (Official Site) [1:10] Fuser (Official Site)

Random Nontendo were gone for about a month and our nice Herman Miller chairs have been replaced with plastic folding chairs… Maybe they’re being serviced? They also replaced the nice cedar wood table with a little picnic table… Okay… This still isn’t so bad. We still have the butler, but they’re getting our orders wrong. What’s going on? On today’s episode, Angel visits Little Harry Potter Town at Universal Studios, the crew finally watches Transformers: The Last Knight and lives to talk about it, Jason gets drafted in The Tomorrow War, and Kevin takes a shallow dive into the Deepest Sword. Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:04] A trip to Universal Studios [0:33] We saw Transformers: The Last Knight and live to tell the tale [1:00] The Tomorrow War, an algorithm’s dream movie [1:12] Unsheathing Deepest Sword

It’s July 4th, but the real fireworks are in this episode of the Radom Nintendo Podcast as we’ve got some hot takes on Mario Golf: Super Rush, both good and bad. We also return to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to give new fighter Kazuya a spin and discuss our dream final Fighter Pass additions. Plus, a belated Bidoof Day celebration! What do you think of Mario Golf: Super Rush? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:06] Bidoof Day: What to expect in Pokémon Go, on Twitch, and elsewhere (Polygon) [0:13] Pokemon Wonder Is A ‘Nature Adventure’ In Tokyo’s Yomiuriland Amusement Park (Nintendo Life) [0:17] Official ‘Nintendo Gallery’ Museum to Open in Japan by March 2024 (IGN) [0:21] Mario Golf: Super Rush getting free updates, New Donk City course shown (Nintendo Everything) [0:49] Splatoon 2 Splatter Ladder 2021 tournament announced, begins July 10th (Nintendo Wire) [0:56] Famicom Detective Club Remake Producer Would Like To Make A New Game In The Series (Nintendo Life) [0:57] Nintendo Giving Forever Entertainment ‘Significant’ Financial Support to Publish More Switch Games (IGN) [1:01] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Mr. Sakurai Presents “Kazuya” (YouTube) [1:18] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate adds Devil May Cry’s Dante as Mii Fighter DLC (Polygon) Games [0:21] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Official Site) [1:01] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site)

It was an E3 like no other. No physical convention, no demos, no crowds. But when it came to games, Nintendo still delivered. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cover over a dozen announcements, breaking down a surprise-filled Nintendo Direct that had everything from Metroid and Zelda to WarioWare and Advance Wars. We then turn to the third-party scene, including Switch highlights and the impact of the pandemic on 2021’s lineup as a whole. Plus, we discuss the sudden GBA renaissance and more! What was your E3 highlight? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Nintendo Direct | E3 2021 (YouTube) [0:09] Why it took Nintendo 15 years to make Metroid Dread (The Verge) [0:20] Metroid Dread Tops Amazon’s “Best Sellers” Chart (Nintendo Life) [0:22] Every Minigame in Mario Party Superstars So Far (Mario Party Legacy) [0:29] Link’s Arm Offers Key Insight Into The Irish Origins Of Breath Of The Wild 2 (TheGamer) [0:40] The new WarioWare will have Fire Emblem tea time and Animal Crossing microgames (Polygon) [0:48] Nintendo Confirms Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Will Include Online Support (Nintendo Life) [1:10] Shin Megami Tensei 5 release date for Nintendo Switch announced (Polygon) [1:19] Why Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Is the Mario Galaxy to Kingdom Battle’s Mario World (IGN) [1:21] Sega Reveals Digital And Physical Versions Of Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania (Nintendo Life) [1:24] Arcade Heroes Raw Thrills Ports Cruis’n Blast To The Nintendo Switch (Arcade Heroes) [1:35] May 2021 NPD: Improving weather and pandemic conditions cannot slow U.S. game sales (VentureBeat) Games [0:09] Metroid Dread (Official Site) [0:22] Mario Party Superstars (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:29] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 (IGN Game Page) [0:40] WarioWare: Get It Together! (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:48] Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:10] Shin Megami Tensei V (Official Site) [1:19] Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope (Official Site) [1:21] Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania (Official Site) [1:24] Cruis’n Blast (Nintendo.com Game Page)

We thought that it was going to be a bait and switch, but surprisingly for the second recording in a row, we have this fantastic recording studio. They even gave us a butler. Do we tip him? We don’t know, but this whole experience has been fantastic. RNHQ did hand us some new contracts, and well darn it, we were ecstatic to sign on the line. Did we read the contracts? No. Who reads contracts? Fools. Only fools read contracts. On today’s episode, Jason tries to find some shade at Disneyland and its Avengers Campus, Angel throws some shade at Raya and the Last Dragon, and Michael Bay throws the world all the shade with Transformers: Age of Extinction. You may also notice our show’s new name is now in effect: Quarantine Chronicles is out and Random Nontendo is in! Let us know what you think of the topics, the name, or anything in between in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:23] Destination Disneyland: Avengers Campus and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge [0:51] Raya and the Last Dragon [1:07] Revisiting Michael Bay’s Transformers movies

It’s balls and bombs away as we take on Knockout City and Super Bomberman R Online in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We share impressions of both multiplayer-centric Switch games, plus discuss what’s next for Sonic The Hedgehog and Dragon Quest following their recent anniversary presentations. Then, it’s all eyes on Switch Pro as we critique then immediately join the frenzy surrounding its supposed reveal, Nintendo’s actual E3 plans, and more. Have you been playing Knockout City or Bomberman? Tell us what you think of them in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, the links below have more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:05] Knockout City is now free to play until you reach level 25 (The Verge) [0:36] Sonic Central – 5/27/21 (YouTube) [0:38] Sonic Colors: Ultimate remaster announced for PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One (Polygon) [0:48] Sonic content crossing over into Two Point Hospital, Lost Judgment, official Olympics game (Nintendo Wire) [0:51] All of the Sonic Rangers Leaked Information So Far (Game Rant) [0:58] Every New Dragon Quest Game Revealed In The 35th Anniversary Livestream (ScreenRant) [1:07] Nintendo Plans Upgraded Switch Replacement as Soon as September (Bloomberg) [1:20] Nintendo announces its activities for this years all-virtual E3 (Nintendo.com) [1:23] April 2021 NPD: Returnal, MLB, and Pokémon maintain momentum for game sales (VentureBeat) [1:27] Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Diamond/Pearl remakes get release dates (Polygon) [1:31] Nintendo surveys how much you’d pay for new WarioWare, brain training (Nintendo Enthusiast) Games [0:05] Knockout City (Official Site) [0:24] Super Bomberman R Online (Official Site) [0:38] Sonic Colors Ultimate (Official Site) [0:51] Sonic 2022 / Sonic Rangers (IGN Game Page) [0:58] Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate (IGN Game Page)

Those (expletives) got us. We were almost at the edge of civilization and RNHQ Security Force captured and brought us in. But it looks like they want to treat us better? We’re not in the Gulag, we’re in a nice room. With a nice view of LA…? What’s going on… I have no idea? On today’s episode, Jason goes down the competitive reality TV show hole with The Masked Singer and The Circle, Kevin goes down the high octane garbage reality TV show hole that is 90 Day Fiancé, and Angel regales us with what’s been going down in the last few weeks. Plus, we’re ending Quarantine Chronicles!? WHAT?! Let us know what you think, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. [0:02] Godzilla vs. Kong… in person! [0:32] The Masked Singer, The Circle, and the allure of competitive reality TV [0:49] 90 Day Reactse [1:09] What’s Up, Angel? [1:25] The future of Quarantine Chronicles

It’s a show that builds character – or at least talks about a bunch of them. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we discuss all the latest announcements from Nintendo, including fresh Mario Golf: Star Rush details and why its character roster includes the likes of King Bob-Omb and Chargin’ Chuck. We also celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of Nintendo’s most iconic characters, Donkey Kong, as part of a new segment we’re calling The Anniversary Series. Plus, we weigh in on the controversy surrounding Zelda: Skyward Sword HD’s Loftwing amiibo, the latest Switch Online game additions, and more. Got thoughts on any of this episode’s topics? Leave a comment! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate segments of interest. Enjoy! News [0:24] Nintendo Shares Juicy Mario Golf: Super Rush Details In Lengthy Overview Trailer (Nintendo Life) [0:37] Mario Golf: Super Rush full roster confirmed (Nintendo Everything) [0:43] Mario Kart Tour Surpasses 200 Million Downloads and $200 Million in Lifetime Revenue (Sensor Tower) [0:45] Project Piplup promises to spread the charm of this adorable penguin Pokemon with the world (GamesRadar+) [0:47] As Nintendo’s entertainment kingdom expands, it’s still about the games (Fast Company) [0:49] Nintendo’s new Zelda amiibo removes some tedium from Skyward Sword for an extra $25 (The Verge) [1:06] Nintendo Switch Online Surpasses 100 Classic Games With New Batch of Classic Titles! (Business Wire) [1:13] Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ended March 2021 – Q&A Summary (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:19] The Anniversary Series: Donkey Kong [1:30] Rumour: The Next Donkey Kong Is Being Developed By The Super Mario Odyssey Team (Nintendo Life) Game [0:03] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:13] Famicom Detective Club (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:24] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Official Site) [0:49] The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Official Site)

Month 2, Week 2. We still haven’t gotten to civilization. It’s starting to feel like we’re in the Blair Witch Project. We ran out of food a few hours ago. We have to start hunting. All I know is we refuse to be taken back to the RN Gulag. They’ll find our dead, dehydrated bodies before we go back to that place. On today’s episode, Jason goes to his first post vax concert, Angel and Jason and The Mitchells fight the Machines, Kevin gets “scaroused” in Resident Evil Village, Angel becomes Invincible, and Kevin gets cursed with Jujutsu Kaisen. Let us know what you think, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. [0:02] Vax Live, the world’s re-opening act [0:23] The Mitchells vs. The Machines vs. contemporary animation [0:45] Resident Evil Village has Kevin down bad for his vampire mommy [1:02] Invincible it ain’t, but it’s strong [1:18] This cursed Jujutsu Kaisen anime!

If a picture’s worth a thousand words, a full game of them is worth at least a dedicated podcast segment. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we give New Pokemon Snap just that with our impressions of the sequel 22 years in the making. We also focus in on a very different type of big picture with a look at what Super Mario Party’s surprise online support, the reveal of Game Builder Garage, and Nintendo’s full fiscal year financials all indicate about what’s next for the Switch lineup. Plus, we share impressions of Apex Legends’ new Legacy season and more! What do you think of New Pokemon Snap, Apex Legends: Legacy, or any of the other topics in this episode? Let us in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate segments of interest. Enjoy! News [0:30] Apex Legends’ new season, Legacy, is live (Dot Esports) [0:47] Super Mario Party’s new update lets player play classic modes online (Polygon) [0:56] Switch Sales Near 85m in Nintendo’s Most Profitable Year Ever (IGN) [1:02] Nintendo sold 10.6 million copies of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe last year (VentureBeat) [1:04] Fiscal Year Ended March 2021 Financial Results Explanatory Material (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:07] Xbox expected Breath of the Wild 2, Metroid Prime 4, and Bayonetta 3 to launch last year (GamesRadar+) [1:09] Game Builder Garage: new Nintendo Switch game is aimed at budding designers (The Verge) [1:26] Miitopia’s New Mii Creation Tools Are Terrifyingly Powerful (Nintendo Life) [1:31] Animal Crossing’s Newest Update Is Underwhelming (CBR.com) Games [0:04] New Pokemon Snap (Official Site) [0:30] Apex Legends (Official Site) [0:47] Super Mario Party (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:09] Game Builder Garage (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:26] Miitopia (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:31] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site)

You might be wondering why you’ve been without an episode of QC for a month. The reason? We’ve done it. We’ve finally escaped the clutches of RNHQ. We’re on the run. We’re currently recording in the middle of some forest. We don’t know how far they’re behind us, but we’re gonna keep on running. On today’s episode, we go over the biggest releases of the last two months. First, we go mano a mano with Godzilla vs Kong. We then take flight with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Finally, Kevin gets over here with the Mortal Kombat film reboot. Let us know what you think, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:01] What we are and aren’t buying from Apple’s “Spring Loaded” event [0:32] The Falcon and The Winter Solider doesn’t soar [0:55] Godzilla vs. Kong is one heck of a fight [1:20] Mortal Kombat is no flawless victory

We’re taking a trip around the Indie World in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We share our highlights from the latest Showcase and impressions of some of its games: Fez, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, and the upcoming Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield. Plus, we discuss the long overdue localization of The Great Ace Attorney, the mystery of Microsoft’s Switch on a shelf, and believe it or not, the hype of a licensed Hot Wheels game. What was your Indie World highlight? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate segments of interest. Enjoy! News [0:01] Indie World Showcase 4.14.2021 (YouTube) [0:02] Aztech Forgotten Gods Blends Mexican Storytelling With Anime-Inspired Action-Adventure (Nintendo Life) [0:05] TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge Confirmed For Switch, Launches This Year (GameSpot) [0:18] Two New Games From Annapurna Interactive: Last Stop And Hindsight (Nintendojo) [0:26] Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield brings stylish side-scrolling parkour to the Switch in May (Shacknews) [0:29] Fez out today on Nintendo Switch (Eurogamer.net) [0:42] The Longing Makes You Wait 400 Real-Life Days To See The End, Launching On Switch Today (Nintendo Life) [0:46] There is No Game: Wrong Dimensions Surprise Launched for Switch (Game Rant) [0:55] The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles announced for PS4, Switch, and PC (Gematsu) [1:10] Hot Wheels Unleashed looks better than anyone would have thought (Eurogamer.net) [1:18] Why does Xbox keep putting a Nintendo Switch in the background of its videos? (GamesRadar+) [1:24] March 2021 NPD — Monster Hunter: Rise sales soar to No. 2 in the U.S. (VentureBeat) [1:33] Fujifilm is releasing a Nintendo-themed Instax printer (The Verge) Games [0:02] Aztech Forgotten Gods (Official Site) [0:05] Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge (Official Site) [0:26] Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:29] Fez (Official Site) [0:42] The Longing (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:46] There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension (Official Site) [0:56] The Great Ace Attorney (Official Site) [1:10] Hot Wheels Unleashed (Official Site)

When Kevin’s away, the boys will… talk about food. And theme parks. And supermarkets? This isn’t the Quarantine Chronicles you know and love. Oh no, anything but! Angel and Jason fly solo for a one-off special we’re calling the Power Hour and cover everything from favorite breads to a dislike of milk to the magic of Disney’s Seven Seas Lagoon and other theme parks. We often say Quarantine Chronicles is what puts the random in Random Nintendo, but this takes it to a whole other level. Love it? Hate it? Let us know in the comments. And to make sure you don’t miss any of our regular content, subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Time stamps for each of this episode’s topics are available below to help make some sense of the chaos. Enjoy! [00:05] Jason is in the closet [00:09] Pains au Chocolat, Shakes, and Manischewitz [00:17] Milk, Supermarkets and Boyardee [00:42] Disney Seas, Universal, and Vanilla Parks

For a game with a word as good as “rise” in its name, we sure had a hard time coming up with a punny show title. Yet ultimately we, like the games we’re covering in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, did rise to the occasion. Our episode’s namesake, Monster Hunter Rise, rose to meet expectations. Squad-based dodgeballer Knockout City rose to stand out in a sea of multiplayer games with its beta weekend. And surprise release Pac-Man 99 quickly rose to the top of the battle royale heap. We share our impressions of all three and how they did it, plus discuss how the summer news cycle is taking shape with the returns of E3 and Summer Game Fest. Have you played any of this episode’s games? Let us know what you think of them in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:31] Impressions: “Fixture S1: The Original Pro Controller Clip Mount” [0:38] Monster Hunter Rise shipments now at 5 million globally (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:47] Knockout City Enjoyed Over 1 Million Beta Downloads, With the Moon Ball Being the Deadliest Weapon (Twinfinite) [0:50] Pac-Man 99 is a new battle royale game for the Switch (The Verge) [1:10] Nintendo Creates Bezel Engine For Third Party Switch Developers (Wcctech) [1:13] Rumour: The Latest Switch Firmware Update Has Apparently Added Bluetooth Audio Support (Nintendo Life) [1:16] E3 2021 u-turns on proposal to put some content behind a paywall (VGC) [1:20] All-Digital Summer Game Fest Returning in June (Hollywood Reporter) Games [0:02] Monster Hunter Rise (Official Site) [0:39] Knockout City (Official Site) [0:50] Pac-Man 99 (Nintendo.com Game Page)

This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is not one for the history books, but from them. We look back at the 3DS for its tenth anniversary, revisit Metroid: Samus Returns, check out the previously Japan-only Mr. Driller: Drill Land’s new lease on life on Switch, and share our impressions of the Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story docuseries. That’s not to say we don’t look ahead to what’s next, too. We discuss what DLSS means for a 4K Switch, what Sony buying Evo means for Nintendo’s competitive scene, and what Pikmin AR means for, well, Pikmin. Plus, we announce the winner of our $25 eShop credit giveaway! What’s your favorite 3DS memory? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:04] Impressions: Hori Split Pad Pro [0:58] Super Bomberman R Online “Coming Soon” To Nintendo Switch (Nintendojo) [1:02] Worms Rumble coming to Xbox Series, Xbox One, and Switch in 2021 (Gematsu) [1:10] Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story (Crackle) [1:26] Nintendo to Use Faster Nvidia Chips in New 2021 Switch Model (Bloomberg) [1:35] Nintendo announces new Pikmin AR game from Pokemon Go maker Niantic (Polygon) [1:43] PlayStation Buys Evo Fighting Game Championship Series, Announces 2021 Event Dates, Nintendo Comments (IGN) [1:49] Nintendo Cancelled Star Fox TV Show After Netflix Leaked Legend Of Zelda Plans (Nintendo Life) [1:51] Furukawa talks Nintendo’s philosophy behind their characters, feels the company should proceed with caution (Nintendo Everything) Games [0:20] Metroid: Samus Returns (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:44] Mr. Driller: Drill Land (Official Site) [0:58] Super Bomberman R Online (Official Site) [1:02] Worms Rumble (Official Site) [1:35] Pikmin AR (IGN Game Page)

We don’t know about you, but Quarantine Chronicles is feelin’ 22. We’re feeling pretty good. RNHQ has started to get a little more lenient these last couple of weeks and they’ve been playing music through the gulag speakers. Taylor Swift’s Red to be exact. On loop. No, that’s not Stockholm syndrome kicking in… In a QC first, today’s episode is focused on a singular topic. What is that topic? Well if you haven’t guessed by the episode’s title, after years of fan support/outcry, we are finally blessed/cursed with Zack Snyder’s Justice League, a.k.a. The Snyder Cut. How did we feel about it? Well, you’re just gonna have to listen to find out. What about you? Have you seen The Synder Cut? Let us know what you think, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:02] Losing AirPods and finding favorite headphones [0:23] Zack Synder’s Justice League: A long discussion for a long movie

It’s the swords of Pyra/Mythra versus the guns of Apex Legends. In this milestone episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of the latest Smash Bros. Ultimate fighter and the arrival of EA’s free-to-play battle royale on Switch. Plus, we discuss new reports of a 4K Switch and our wishlist of features and February sales numbers. But wait, there’s more! In celebration of 250 episodes, we’re also hosting a giveaway to win a $25 eShop gift card! Since this episode is all about competitive games, we want to know your favorite, Nintendo or not. Leave a comment below telling us your fav orite competitive game and why for your chance to win. We’ll announce the randomly chosen winners in our next episode on March 28, so make sure you don’t miss it by following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribing to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Enjoy and thanks for listening! News [0:03] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Mr. Sakurai Presents “Pyra/Mythra” (YouTube) [0:17] Monster Hunter Mii Fighters coming to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Polygon) [0:23] ARMS graphic novel series seemingly cancelled (Nintendo Everything) [0:28] Sakurai first toyed with the idea of combining Rex and Pyra for Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fighter (Nintendo Wire) [0:38] Apex Legends On Switch Will Offer Cross-Play But Not Cross-Progression – For Now, At Least (Nintendo Life) [1:01] How PopCap ported the first Frostbite game to Nintendo Switch | How Games Make Money (VentureBeat) [1:02] Nintendo Plans Switch Model With Bigger Samsung OLED Display (Bloomberg) [1:12] February 2021 NPD: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury tops the charts (VentureBeat) Games [0:03] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:23] ARMS (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:38] Apex Legends (Official Site) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be age 13 or older. The contest begins on March 14, 2021 at 12:00 AM PDT and ends on March 26, 2021 at 11:59 PM PDT. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment below. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. One (1) commenter will be chosen at random and receive one (1) digital code each redeemable for $25 in credit on the US Nintendo eShop. Random Nintendo staff members may not participate in this contest. Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason. The winner will be chosen at random on March 27, 2021, announced in Episode 251 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

Our wittle guy is all gwown up. Quarantine Chronicles is finally old enough to have a legal drink here in the states! We celebrated the best way we could, by taking shots of the rain water dripping through the cracks of RNHQ’s gulag. We’re not sure if the rain has any alcohol in it, but boy, the room is a-spinnin’ regardless! On today’s episode, Nintendo has Jason wanting to La La, the crew talks about WandaVision’s aptly titled Series Finale, Angel gives us a sneak peak of Heathstone’s next update, and we talk about our gaming backlog woes. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:03] Jason is Nintendo’s Ashlee Simpson [0:25] WandaVision season spoilers [0:59] Hearthstone keeps taking Angel’s money [1:10] Our gaming backlogs

Ready for a show full of surprises? Whether it’s the unexpected Nintendo Direct or Persona’s “Last Surprise,” this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has it all. On the impressions side, we check out the Warriors-infused Persona 5 Strikers and the Neo Geo-turned-Switch game SNK vs. Capcom: The Match of the Millennium. Then, on the news side, we dive into the latest Nintendo Direct and Pokemon Presents, covering the big games, the questionable decisions, and whether the time has passed for Directs as we know them. What was your favorite announcement? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:52] Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Switch Compilation Is in the Works (Siliconera) [0:54 – 1:55] Nintendo Direct 2.17.21 (Nintendo.com) [0:55] ‘Splatoon 3’ to Have New Weapons, Customization and Much More (Newsweek) [1:01] Fall Guys is heading to Switch this summer (Eurogamer.net) [1:05] Knockout City is a new dodgeball game from the makers of Mario Kart Live (The Verge) [1:10] Mario Golf: Super Rush launches June 25 on Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:24] Nintendo Revives Famicom Detective Club For Switch (GameSpot) [1:30] Nintendo’s Mii-powered RPG Miitopia is coming to Switch (Polygon) [1:34] Switch dataminers discover references to “Special Miis” (GoNintendo) [1:36] ‘The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD’ is coming to the Switch (Engadget) [1:45] The Argument Against General Directs (Nintendo World Report) [1:56 – 2:14] Pokemon Presents | #Pokemon25​ (YouTube) [1:58] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl Are Very Different Kinds Of Pokemon Remakes (GameSpot) [2:05] Pokemon Legends: Arceus is an open-world RPG coming to the Switch (The Verge) Games [0:06] Persona 5 Strikers (Official Site) [0:27] SNK vs. Capcom: The Match of the Millennium (Nintendo,com Game Page) [0:55] Splatoon 3 (Nintendo,com Game Page) [1:01] Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout (Official Site) [1:05] Knockout City (Official Site) [1:10] Mario Golf: Super Rush (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:24] Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir and The Girl Who Stands Behind (Nintendo,com Game Pages) [1:30] Miitopia (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:36] The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:58] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shiny Pearl (Official Site) [2:05] Pokemon Legends: Arceus (Official Site)

Look, did we really want to name this episode Yes, Daddy Jason? It doesn’t matter because RNHQ loved the title and they loved it so much that they let us record this episode in an actual office. Yeah, we were tied to the chairs and got no restroom break, but it was a nice change of pace, ya know? If we have to have Jason’s name in the title to get a little luxury, then so be it. On today’s episode, the crew tries to rock out with Earwig and the Witch, Kevin tries to bust some ghosts in Phasmaphobia, and Angel plays the Uno Reverse on South Park. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:19] Earwig and the Witch and the future of Studio Ghibli [0:48] The scares of Phasmaphoiba [1:06] South Park, but in reverse [1:22] Cat drama? Cat drama!

If there’s one thing you can say about this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, it’s that the cat certainly hasn’t got our tongue. Whether it’s impressions of the cat-filled Bowser’s Fury inside Super Mario 3D World, a deep dive into some of the movers and shakers from Nintendo’s latest financial report, or harrowing tales of trying to get Nintendo-themed fast food toys from Burger King and McDonald’s, we’ve got a lot to say. Plus, we discuss the end game of Ring Fit Adventure, third-party Switch game news, and the Switch Online SNES game we’ve all been waiting for, Prehistorik Man. What do you think of Bowser’s Fury? Tell us know in the comments! Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:51] Nintendo Switch Drives Best Quarter Since 2008, Smashing Expectations (Bloomberg) [0:55] 3rd Quarter Results for Fiscal Year Ending March 2021 = Financial Results Explanatory Material (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:59] Super Mario 3D All-Stars Sold More Than 8 Million Copies In 2020 (GameSpot) [1:03] “World of Nintendo” Commercial Animated by Dale Baer (Vimeo) [1:09] Pokemon Sword & Shield Is the Best Selling Pokémon Since Gold & Silver (IGN) [1:11] The Pokemon Happy Meal at McDonald’s is getting ruined by greedy adults (Polygon) [1:21] Nine-Month Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending Mar. 2021 – Q&A Summary (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:23] Switch My Way “Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics” commercial released (GoNintendo) [1:26] Nintendo’s New ‘Switch Concierge’ Service Will Give You Game Recs (Kotaku) [1:39] Ubisoft: We’re reaping ‘benefits of Nintendo Switch’s huge success’ (VentureBeat) [1:40] Apex Legends is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch on March 9th (The Verge) [1:43] Crash Bandicoot 4 release dates: PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X versions announced (Polygon) [1:46] Call of Duty will be a blueprint for growing the rest of Activision’s games (VG247) [1:51] Nintendo’s latest Switch Online SNES games are some seriously deep cuts (The Verge) Games [0:04] Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Official Site) [0:30] Ring Fit Adventure (Official Site) [0:59] Super Mario 3D All-Stars (Official Site) [1:09] Pokemon Sword & Shield (Official Site) [1:27] Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:40] Apex Legends (Official Site) [1:44] Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time (Official Site)

Another week, another contractually obligated episode of Quarantine Chronicles coming to you from sunny California. The only reason we know it’s sunny is because of the daily hour that RNHQ lets us out of the gulag. Maybe they’ll give us an extra 15 minutes this year! We can dream! On today’s episode, Kevin can’t find a decent chair to sit on, Angel rolls around at the speed of sound with Sonic Boom, Jason takes Medicine at Midnight with Foo Fighters, Kevin tries hard to appreciate The Little Things, and Angel’s Blu-Ray collections can’t catch a break. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:01] Splitting Chairs [0:21] Sonic Boom: At least we got this out of that [0:42] Foo Fighters’ tasty Medicine at Midnight [0:54] The Little Things is a big rip-off [1:08] Collection Woes

Whether it’s an earful of music or an earful from your partner in a co-op game, this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has it covered. On the musical side, we share impressions of indie music game Tadpole Treble Encore and the upcoming musical-themed platformer Balan Wonderworld. Then, we prime the co-op pump for Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury with a Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker revisit, including its Switch-exclusive “Special Episode,” and a discussion of other co-op favorites. Plus, we talk Animal Crossing updates, Monster Hunter hardware, Super Mario 64 speedruns, and the dissolving of Vicarious Visions. What’s your favorite co-op experience? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:32] 11 Tips and Tricks for the Balan Wonderworld Demo (Square Enix Blog) [0:50] Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury lets 4 players tackle Captain Toad stages together (GamesRadar+) [0:52] Discussion: Co-op Favorites [1:10] Animal Crossing: New Horizons Free January Update Now Live (GameSpot) [1:13] Nintendo is releasing an ornate, limited-edition Monster Hunter Switch (Engadget) [1:17] Nintendo Switch Pro Name Reportedly Revealed (ComicBook.com) [1:20] After 25k complaints, EU calls for investigation into Nintendo Switch Joy-Con drift (Eurogamer.net) [1:22] Twitch streamer loses it after regaining Super Mario 64 world record (Dexerto.com) [1:39] Vicarious Visions merged into Blizzard (GamesIndustry.biz) Games [0:04] Tadpole Treble Encore (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:22] Balan Wonderworld (Official Site) [0:41] Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:10] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site) [1:14] Monster Hunter Rise (Official Site) [1:22] Super Mario 64 (IGN Game Page)

So, we’re trying to get a heater installed in the RNHQ Gulag and the only way we could get it is if you guys listen to this week’s episode of Quarantine Chronicles. It would really help us out. It gets cold down here and it’s damp. Please, please listen to QC. On today’s episode, Angel introduces the Yum-to-Buck Ratio to the world, Kevin gets Cyberpunk’d, Angel and Lupin III: The First steal the show, WandaVision is a mixed bag for Kevin and Jason, and Kevin traverses the battlefield that is Kaguya-sama: Love is War. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:08] The Yum-to-Buck Ratio [0:35] Kevin Gets Cyberpunk’d [0:53] Lupin III: The First steals the show [1:07] The slow burn of WandaVision [1:16] WandaVision: Spoiler Discussion [1:30] Kaguya-sama: Death Note + RomComs

The more things change, the more they stay the same. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cover the latest anniversary plans for Mario and Pokemon and how some may feel a bit familiar, including first details on Super Mario 3D World’s Bowser’s Fury mode, a fresh look at New Pokemon Snap, and the state of Pokemon music past and present. Plus, we discuss the recent Monster Hunter Rise Digital Event, Nintendo’s acquisition of Next Level Games, and handheld ergonomic woes. What do you want to see out of Mario and Pokemon’s anniversaries? Tell us in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enoy! News [0:11] Monster Hunter Digital Event – January 2021 (YouTube) [0:20] Bowser’s Fury Is a Short, Action-Packed, Free-Roaming Mario Adventure (IGN) [0:26] Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s NPCs are actually Miis, modder confirms (Polygon) [0:40] Nintendo Unveils Brand New ‘Mario Red & Blue’ Switch Console (Nintendo Life) [0:47] Super Mario Bros. 35 World Count Challenge series announced, begins January 18th (Nintendo Wire) [0:48] You can get an official set of real life Smash Bros. envelopes now on My Nintendo (Destruction) [0:57] Katy Perry to Collaborate with Pokémon for 25th Anniversary (PEOPLE.com) [1:00] You can get inside this Pokémon Gengar pillow (Polygon) [1:17] New Pokemon Snap Is Out On Switch In April (Kotaku) [1:30] Rumors of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl remakes for Switch persist (GoNintendo) [1:35] Super Nintendo World opening delayed again due to COVID-19 (Engadget) [1:38] December 2020 NPD: Nintendo dominates with half of the top 20 games (VentureBeat) [1:40] Nintendo to acquire Luigi’s Mansion developer Next Level Games (The Verge) Games [0:11] Monster Hunter Rise (Official Site) [0:20] Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Official Site) [0:47] Super Mario 35 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:17] New Pokemon Snap (Official Site)

It’s a new year here at RNHQ. The world is still on fire but we’re going to give you our contractually mandated takes on everything we watched in the past two weeks. Hopefully, we don’t have to extend the contract into next year, because, well…we’d like to leave this gulag soon. On today’s episode, Angel kicks it at Cobra Kai, Jason learns The Queen’s Gambit, Kevin goes Plus Ultra with the new My Hero movie, and Angel travels to China with Ne Zha. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:05] Cobra Kai is the continuation we didn’t know we needed [0:21] The Queen’s Gambit makes for must-watch chess [0:33] What is it with Funko Pops?  [0:41] My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising is a mixed animated bag  [0:55] Ne Zha and how Chinese Disney is awesome

We’re kicking off 2021 with some familiar faces in unfamiliar places. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share impressions of Minecraft’s take on dungeon crawling with Minecraft Dungeons and Crash Bandicoot’s take on racing with Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled. We then spin off the spin-off conversation as we dream up new directions for some of our favorite franchises and discuss the lessons learned from past projects. Plus, we share our Switch New Year’s resolutions, revisit Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, and more. What’s your gaming resolution for the New Year? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and Happy New Year! News [0:07] Shigeru Miyamoto Wants to Create a Kinder World (The New Yorker) [0:25] Minecraft Dungeons releases ‘Howling Peaks’ DLC and Season Pass, free update available to all (Windows Central) [0:43] Nintendo Switch Online has a full trial for Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled this week (Destructoid)  [0:50] Discussion: What Should Spin Off Next? [1:16] Nintendo releases “Why I Play Pikmin 3 Deluxe” video feature (GoNintendo) [1:18] Interview: Nintendo’s Doug Bowser on COVID-19’s impact, Animal Crossing’s success, and Switch Pro rumors (Polygon) [1:28] Meet the WorkBoy, Nintendo’s long-lost Game Boy productivity device (Input) [1:33] Discussion: Our Switch Near Year’s resolutions Games [0:12] Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels (MarioWiki Page) [0:25] Minecraft Dungeons (Official Site) [0:43] Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Official Site) [1:16] Pikmin 3 Deluxe (Official Site)

Well listener, you made it. It’s the end of this hellish year. It’s been quite the struggle for many, us included. And while we can’t promise it, we hope 2021 will be better for you, your friends, and family. You deserve it. Us though? We are still in RNHQ’s gulag, being forced to record podcast after podcast because we didn’t read the fine print in our contracts. On today’s episode, we try to wrap our minds around Tenet, go searching for some Soul, wonder what’s up with Wonder Woman 1984, and go over the winners of the most important awards show in the history of the world: The Quarantinis. Let us know what you think about the podcast, either in the comments or on our Twitter @RandomNintendo (where we’re also hosting a Super Mario Odyssey giveaway!). Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or whatever podcast app tickles your fancy. We’re even RandomNintendoCom on YouTube. Per usual, down below are the timestamps to the different segments. Topics [0:03] Tenet  [0:24] Tenet: Spoiler Discussion [0:35] Soul [0:40] Soul: Spoiler Discussion [0:51] Wonder Woman 1984 [0:57] Wonder Woman 1984: Spoiler Discussion [1:20 – 2:36] The Quarantinis [1:20] Favorite Movies [1:26] Favorite Games [1:43] Favorite TV Shows [2:01] Favorite Animes [2:07] Favorite Albums [2:21] Favorite Foods [2:27] Favorite Experiences

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. A time to gather around and celebrate. No, not for the holidays – it’s awards season! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re sharing our takes on The Game Awards 2020 and choosing our own Games of the Year. We also discuss the big news from the show and beyond, including impressions of Sephiroth in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, a roundup of the latest Indie World Showcase, and a discussion of Nintendo’s current esports scene. Plus, November sales numbers and more. What’s your Game of the Year? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. Be sure to also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo for the latest happenings, including a special giveaway in the coming days. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and Happy Holidays! News [0:02] The Game Awards 2020 (YouTube) [0:!3] The Game Awards 2020 Shatters New Record With Impressive Viewership (Game Informer) [0:25] Gone Home studio announces beautiful new adventure Open Roads (The Verge) [0:29] Quantic Dream Is Bringing Sea Of Solitude: The Director’s Cut To Switch In March (Nintendo Life) [0:31] Super Meat Boy Forever finally gets a release date at The Game Awards (Shacknews) [0:36] Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection, Capcom Arcade Stadium coming to Switch in February (VG247) [0:49] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Mr. Sakurai Presents “Sephiroth” (YouTube) [1:06] Super Nintendo World Direct (Nintendo.com) [1:08] Unlock Sephiroth today in Smash Ultimate by completing Sephiroth Challenge (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:30] November 2020 NPD: Call of Duty dominates as next gen begins (VentureBeat) [1:39] Indie World Showcase 12.15.2020 (Nintendo.com) [1:40] Spelunky and Spelunky 2 headed to Nintendo Switch in 2021 (Polygon) [1:43] Among Us is coming to the Nintendo Switch (The Verge) [1:46] Happy Game Brings A New Dose Of Nightmare Fuel To Switch Next Year (Nintendo Life) [1:48] Alba: A Wildlife Adventure sprouts onto Nintendo Switch in Spring 2021 (Nintendo Wire) [1:51] Fisti-Fluffs is A Weird Switch Timed Exclusive Cat Game (Game Rant) [1:55] Our Games of the Year Games [0:25] Open Roads (Official Site) [0:29] Sea of Solitude: The Director’s Cut (Official Site) [0:31] Super Meat Boy Forever (Official Site) [0:36] Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:39] Capcom Arcade Stadium (Official Site) [0:47] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:21] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [1:26] ARMS (Official Site) [1:40] Spelunky and Spelunky 2 (Official Site) [1:43] Among Us (Official Site) [1:46] Happy Game (Official Site) [1:48] Alba: A Wildlife Adventure (Official Site) [1:51] Fisti-Fluffs (Official Site) [1:57] No Straight Roads (Official Site) [2:02] Hades (Official Site) [2:06] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Official Site)