Randomer Nintendo

It’s a Game Boy celebration. In this episode the Random Nintendo Podcast, we look back at 30 years of Game Boy, what it meant for us and gaming as whole, and how we’ve changed as gamers over its lifespan. We also dive into more current Nintendo affairs with our takes on Hero in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, a break down of Nintendo’s latest financial report, and impressions of Mighty Switch Force Collection, Astro Bears, and Pokemon Go’s Team Rocket invasion. Plus, our third chair returns! What’s your favorite Game Boy memory? Tell us in the comments and we may share it in our next episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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. Enjoy! News [0:03] Discussion: Game Boy’s 30th Anniversary [0:44] Hero From the Dragon Quest Series Joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Today (Nintendo.com) [0:59] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Mr. Sakurai Presents “Hero” (YouTube) [1:03] Online Tourneys, more coming in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate version 4.0 (Nintendo Wire) [1:08] Free Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board Challenge Pack Available To Switch Online Subscribers (Nintendo Life) [1:10] Mario Tennis Aces Is Temporarily Free in New ‘Game Trials’ Scheme (IGN) [1:30] Nintendo Switch sales hit 36.87 million consoles, matching PS4’s lifetime pace (VentureBeat) [1:39] Nintendo named the second most cash-rich company in Japan (GoNintendo) [1:41] Nintendo and Tencent reveal Switch release plans for China (The Verge) [1:43] Rabbids Nintendo Switch Party Game Announced in China (IGN) [1:47] The Outer Worlds is coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:50] Bethesda says online requirement for Doom re-releases was a mistake Ars Technica (Are Technica) [1:53] “DOOM 64” Received a Modern PEGI Rating, Sparking Remaster Rumors (Bleeding Cool) [1:56] EA explains lack of support for Nintendo Switch (VGC) [2:15] We made all 78 Breath of the Wild recipes in one day | Unraveled (Polygon’s YouTube Channel) [2:18] Pokemon Go surpasses 1 billion downloads worldwide (Gamasutra) [2:23] Team Rocket were in NYC being degenerates for a Pokémon Go event (Polygon) Games [0:44] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:09] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:43] Rabbids: Adventure Party (IGN Game Page) [1:47] The Outer Worlds (Official Site) [1:50] Doom (1993), Doom II (Classic), and Doom 3 (Nintendo.com Game Pages) [2:00] Mighty Switch Force! Collection (Official Site) [2:05] Astro Bears (Official Site) [2:10] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Official Site) [2:17] Pokemon Go (Official Site)

They may have switched off the lights at Comic-Con 2019, but our coverage of the event – and the Switch Lite – is just getting started. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our gaming tales from the ‘con and weigh the pros and cons of the newly revealed Switch Lite. We also bring you our impressions of Dr. Mario World, discuss game announcements like Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD, and examine a fresh batch of Super Nintendo World theme park leaks. What do you think of the Switch Lite? Let us know in the comments below and we may feature your take in our next episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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! News [0:01] Discussion: Comic-Con 2019 [0:15] Wendy’s makes an entire world of Super Mario Maker 2 courses (GoNintendo) [0:16] ‘Pokemon Detective Pikachu’ becomes highest-grossing video game movie (Yahoo News) [0:29] ‘Cuphead’ Animated Comedy Series in the Works at Netflix (Hollywood Reporter) [0:35] Resident Evil 5 And 6 Scare Up October 29 Release (Nintendo World Report) [0:40] Super Monkey Ball for Switch, PS4 looks like a remake of the so-so Banana Blitz (Eurogamer.net) [0:53] Tetris 99 is Getting a Physical Release in September (DualShockers) [1:01] Nintendo Switch Lite is $200 and colorful, but doesn’t connect to TV (CNET) [1:14] Study shows that 24% of 3DS owners in the states also have a Switch (GoNintendo) [1:17] Nintendo introduces a Switch model refresh with better battery life (TechCrunch) [1:21] June 2019 NPD: Super Mario and Crash Bandicoot top the chart (VentureBeat) [1:25] Nintendo shares hit 9-month high after Switch Lite reveal (VGC) [1:28] Internal Nintendo Memo Instructs Customer Service to Fix ‘Joy-Con Drift’ for Free (VICE) [1:24] One of Nintendo’s new Joy-Con color schemes is basically Waluigi-themed (The Verge) [1:30] Dr. Mario World’s First Week Downloads Reach a Healthy Five Million Globally (Sensor Tower) [1:40] Sensor Tower: Pokémon Go made $2.65 billion in three years (VentureBeat) [1:41] Pokemon Go’s next update to include new Appraisal system and more (GoNintendo)  Games [0:04] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:12] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [0:29] Cuphead (Official Site) [0:35] Resident Evil 6 (Official Site) [0:40] Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD (Official Site) [0:47] Fire Emblem: Three Houses (Official Site) [0:53] Tetris 99 (Official Site) [1:30] Dr. Mario World (Official Site) [1:40] Pokemon Go (Official Site)

We’ll make a Mario out of you. Or at the very least tell you about the experience of making your own Mario. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share impressions of Super Mario Maker 2 and Cadence of Hyrule, plus go beyond just games to give our takes on the Genki Bluetooth Adapter for Switch and Anime Expo’s premiere screening of the first-ever CG Pokemon movie, Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution. We also weigh in on the convention at large, discussing the gaming presence and news associated with the show, along with the latest on Nintendo’s mobile games and recent shareholder meeting.  Have you made any Super Mario Maker 2 courses yet? Leave a comment below with your Course ID and we may highlight it on our @RandomNintendo Twitter account! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app.  As always, we’ve included news 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! [0:02] Discussion: Anime Expo 2019 [0:18] Impressions Pokemon: Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution [0:29] River City Girls revives an NES cult classic this year (SlashGear) [0:34] Was Shantae The Half-Genie Hero Just Teased For Smash Bros. Ultimate? (Nintendo Life) [0:36] WayForward confirms Mighty Switch Force! Collection is real, releases next month (Destructoid) [0:39] A ‘Layton’ game is coming to Switch on November 8th (Engadget) [0:53] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp adds in ‘vacation juice’ (GoNintendo) [0:55] Dr. Mario World release dates, gameplay details announced (Polygon) [1:00] Dr. Mario World – Virus Vids Playlist (YouTube) [1:03] Pokemon Masters Brings Real-Time Team Battles To Mobile This Summer (Kotaku) [1:07] A Message for Pokémon Video Game Fans (Pokemon.com) [1:15] The 79th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders – Q&A Summary [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:17] More Evidence Of Rumoured Switch Mini Surfaces Via Accessory Maker Bigben (Nintendo Life) [1:19] Miyamoto wants Nintendo to revolutionize controllers… again (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:47] Impressions: Genki Bluetooth Audio Adapter (Official Site) Games [0:29] River City Girls (Giant Bomb Game Page) [0:34] Shantae 5 (Giant Bomb Game Page) [0:36] Mighty Switch Force! Collection (IGN Game Page) [0:39] Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires’ Conspiracy – Deluxe Edition (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:46] Pokemon Trading Card Game Online (Official Site) [0:53] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp (Official Site) [0:55] Dr. Mario World (Official Site) [1:03] Pokemon Masters (Official Site) [1:07] Pokemon Sword and Shield (Official Site) [1:25] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [1:39] Cadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of Zelda (Official Site)

We came, we saw, we stood in long lines, we got no sleep, and we played a whole bunch of games. Another E3 is in the books and we’ve got a lot to say about it in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We share hands-on impressions of over a dozen upcoming games big and small, including heavy hitters like Luigi’s Mansion 3, Zelda: Link’s Awakening, Pokemon Sword and Shield, and Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3. Plus, we discuss the surprise of Banjo-Kazooie in Smash Bros., share our Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 theories, and examine the changing nature of the convention itself. What was your favorite E3 announcement? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You may also want to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo because we might have an E3 swag giveaway coming your way very, very soon. 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! News [0:01] Extra: E3 2019 in Photos [0:12] Angel’s Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Grand Finals Livestream (Twitch) [0:15] Keanu Reeves, Nintendo Topped E3 Twitter Reactions (Hollywood Reporter) [0:17 – 0:53] Nintendo Direct for E3 2019 (YouTube) [0:18] How Nintendo approached the PR battle at E3 2019 (VentureBeat) [0:20] Nintendo Comments On Animal Crossing Delay, Says Employee Work-Life Balance Comes First (Nintendo Life) [0:24] Smash Bros.’s next characters are Dragon Quest 11’s hero and Banjo-Kazooie (The Verge) [0:26] Was Sakurai telling a story about King K. Rool through Smash Bros. Ultimate trailers? (GoNintendo) [0:30] Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Says Banjo In Smash Was An Easy Deal To Make (Kotaku) [0:37] The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild 2 Confirmed For Nintendo Switch (GameSpot) [0:47] Nintendo Won’t Deny Co-Op, Playing as Zelda in Breath of the Wild 2 – E3 2019 (IGN) [0:52] Zelda: Breath of the Wild concept art might give us a good look at where the sequel is heading (GoNintendo) [0:54] Luigi’s Mansion 3 Was Originally In Early Development For Wii U (My Nintendo News) [1:05] The Link’s Awakening Switch remake will let you create dungeons (Engadget) [1:10] Zelda: Link’s Awakening Limited Edition revealed for Europe (Nintendo Everything) [1:15] Pokemon Sword and Shield’s limited Pokedex is a huge deal to fans (Polygon) [1:27] Nintendo backtracks on Super Mario Maker 2 restrictions, will allow friends to play together online (Destructoid) [1:31] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 Season Pass DLC Announced – E3 2019 (IGN) [1:38] CD Projekt Red reiterates that all of Witcher 3 will fit on one cart, is also packing goodies (Destructoid) [1:50] Netflix Gets Serious About Games at E3 2019 (Tom’s Guide) [2:02] Why is Sega so afraid of showing Sonic’s feet? (Polygon) [2:10] Asphalt 9: Legends Speeds Onto Switch This Summer For Free (Nintendo Life) [2:14] CastleStorm II announced for Switch (Nintendo Everything) Games [0:20] Animal Crossing: New Horizons INintendo.com Game Page) [0:24] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:37] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 (IGN Game Page) [0:54] Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:05] The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:15] Pokemon Sword and Shield (Official Site) [1:27] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [1:31] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order (Official Site) [1:38] The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition (Official Site) [1:42] Resident Evil 5 (Official Site) [1:44] Dead by Daylight (Official Site) [1:46] Wolfenstein: Youngblood (Official Site) [1:48] The Elder Scrolls: Blades (Official Site) [1:50] The Dark Crystal Age of Resistance Tactics (Official Site) [1:53] New Super Lucky’s Tale (Official Site) [1:55] Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (Official Site) [2:04] Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Official Site) [2:10] Asphalt 9: Legends (Official Site) [2:14] CastleStorm II (Official Site) [2:17] Star Wars Pinball (Official Site) [2:20] Lost Ember (Official Site) [2:24] EarthNight (Official Site) [2:27] Thunder Rally (Official Site) [2:29] Totally Reliable Delivery Service (Official Site)  

E3 season is upon us, and we’re building up to the big convention with coverage of all the pre-show happenings. We start by reporting back from Nintendo’s big day of tournaments, with highlights and news from the Super Mario Maker 2 Invitational, Splatoon 2 World Championship, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate World Championship. We then turn our attention to everything pocket monsters with an in-depth discussion of last week’s Pokemon Direct and the Pokemon Press Conference’s many announcements. Plus, we weigh in on third-party Switch game news, share some last minute E3 speculation, and more. You can learn more about the news and games in this episode via the links below. Each also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. And be sure to tune in to our next episode for hands-on impressions straight from E3, plus a roundup of all the big news. To make sure you don’t miss it, subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.  Enjoy! News [0:01 – 1:02] Nintendo 2019 World Championship Tournaments (YouTube) [0:15] Online Play in Super Mario Maker 2 Limited to Randoms Only (Nintendo World Report) [0:32] Splatoon 2’s Final Splatfest Will Be Held In July As The Game’s Post-Release Development Winds Down (Kotaku) [0:46] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Online Open coming in June | E3 2019 (Dot Esports) [0:51] Nintendo Explains Why Its Official Smash Bros. Tournaments Are So Weird (Kotaku) [0:56] The Next DLC Fighter For Smash Ultimate Will Be Revealed At Nintendo’s E3 Direct (Nintendo Life) [1:01] Nintendo adds a Labo VR view to ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate‘ (Engadget) [1:06] Unity Announces Support For Labo VR On Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:08] Pokemon Direct 6.5.2019 (Nintendo.com) [1:36 – 1:48] 2019 Pokemon Press Conference (YouTube.com) [1:38] Original Stitch’s Awesome Pokemon Shirts Are Coming To North America And Europe (Game Informer) [1:40] Pokemon Sleep Is A New App To Make Sleeping Entertaining (GameSpot) [1:44] Pokemon Co. reveals net profit for the fiscal year (GoNintendo) [1:49] Pokemon Home will expand the cloud-based Pokémon Bank storage system (Polygon) [1:55] Pokemon Masters Announced for Mobile Devices (IGN) [1:58] Yooka-Laylee developers announce full 2.5D sequel, ‘Impossible Lair’ (Destructoid) [2:02] FIFA 20 On Switch Will Be A Scaled-Back “Legacy Edition” (Nintendo Life) [2:07] SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated Announced (IGN) Games [0:09] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [0:23] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [0:38] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:08] Pokemon Sword and Shield (Official Site) [1:40] Pokemon Sleep (IGN Game Page) [1:49] Pokemon Home (Bulbapedia Page) [1:55] Pokemon Masters (IGN Game Page) [1:58] Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair (IGN Game Page) [2:02] FIFA 20 (Official Site) [2:07] SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated (THQ Nordic Game Page)

Sometimes it’s better to think inside the box. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we do just that with impressions of BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL!, as well as fellow eShop title Blazing Beaks and Team Sonic Racing. We also weigh in on the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct, first Mario Kart Tour details from its beta test, and growing concerns about free-to-play monetization schemes. Plus, we revisit Detective Pikachu (spoiler alert!) and discuss April’s sales numbers. What do you think of the BOXBOY! series? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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 find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Super Mario Maker 2 Direct 5.15.2019 (Nintendo.com) [0:12] Does Super Mario Maker 2 Have Same-Screen Multiplayer? (GameXplain / YouTube) [0:26] Nintendo Switch Online users get an eShop discount with ‘game vouchers’ (Polygon) [0:46] Panic’s Playdate is a pint-sized gaming machine with a ‘season’ of 12 intriguing titles (TechCrunch) [0:50] Mario Kart Tour beta hands-on: Microtransactions land like a nasty blue shell (Ars Technica) [1:01] ‘Pokémon Go’ Catches $65M in Revenue in April (Hollywood Reporter) [1:10] Nintendo’s mobile games to be shut down in Belgium due to loot box law (The Verge) [1:12] U.S. Senator Introduces Bill To Ban Loot Boxes And Pay-To-Win Microtransactions (Kotaku) [1:33] Team Sonic Racing on Switch makes it near impossible to play online in a team with friends (GoNintendo) [1:40] April 2019 NPD: Mortal Kombat 11 KOs Days Gone for No. 1 spot (VentureBeat) [1:46] New ‘Mortal Kombat’ Movie Gets Release Date (Variety) [1:47] Sonic The Hedgehog Movie Delayed To 2020 To Fix Sonic’s Look (Kotaku) [2:09] Discussion: Spoiler Alert! – Revisiting Detective Pikachu Games [0:01] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [0:50] Mario Kart Tour (Official Site) [1:01] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:14] Team Sonic Racing (Official Site) [1:44] Mortal Kombat 11 (Official Site) [1:53] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:58] Blazing Beaks (Official Site) [2:03] BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! (Official Site)

Hollywood chooses you, Pikachu! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we visit the neon noir world of Detective Pikachu to bring you our (mostly) spoiler-free impressions on the movie, along with first takes on a game adaptation of a very different kind, Sonic the Hedgehog (human teeth and all). Plus, we discuss what makes a good game port, Tetris 99’s surprise DLC, how Nintendo’s move into China could benefit fans worldwide, and impressions of Switch eShop title of Death Coming. What did you think of Detective Pikachu? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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! News [0:02 – 0:30] Discussion: Detective Pikachu [0:03] Brain scans reveal a ‘pokémon region’ in adults who played as kids (The Verge) [0:12] Detective Pikachu’s Untold 7-Year Journey to the Screen (Vulture) [0:18] ‘Pokemon Detective Pikachu’ Box Office Powering To $57M; ‘Endgame’ To $700M+ (Deadline) [0:25] Detective Pikachu: Why The Mr. Mime Scene Is So Damn Good (GameSpot) [0:31] Sonic The Hedgehog (2019) – Official Trailer (YouTube) [0:39] Sonic’s live-action design upset the entire internet, so the studio is changing it (The Verge) [0:48] The Pokemon Company and DeNA Have Teamed Up for a New Mobile ‘Pokemon’ Title due by March 2020 (TouchArcade) [0:53] Mr. Mime juice is not made of or by Mr. Mime (Polygon) [0:55] Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ended March 2019 – Q & A Summary [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [1:06] New Tetris 99 DLC adds offline modes, battle royale against bots (Polygon) [1:!0] Horizon Chase Turbo Will Soon Be Getting New Exciting Game Modes (Nintendo Life) [1:14] Nintendo announces E3 2019 plans (Gematsu) [1:18] June Cover Revealed – Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order (Game Informer) [1:25] Rumour: Forza Street Mobile Game Could Be Coming To Nintendo Switch (My Nintendo News) [1:27] The original ‘Devil May Cry’ will arrive on Nintendo Switch this summer (Engadget) [1:35] Sega Brings Back Super Monkey Ball Series With New Trademark in Japan (DualShockers) Games [1:06] Tetris 99 (Official Site) [1:10] Horizon Chase Turbo (Official Site) [1:18] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3; The Black Order (Official Site) [1:25] Forza Street (Official Site) [1:27] Devil May Cry (IGN Game Page) [1:40] Death Coming (Nintendo.com Game Page)

Nintendo’s back at it with virtual reality. For the first time since the Virtual Boy, we’re shoving our faces into goggles in the name of Nintendo, and we’re here to tell you if the core Labo VR Kit and companion Mario Odyssey and Zelda: Breath of the Wild modes are worth it. We also share impressions of Smash Bros Ultimate’s big 3.0 update and Joker DLC, plus break down the key takeaways from Nintendo’s fiscal year-end financials, discuss the looming (but not yet official!) reveal of a smaller Switch, and announce the winners of our 200th episode’s eShop credit giveaway. What do you think of Nintendo’s latest foray into virtual reality?  Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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! News [0:01] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ gets Stage Builder and Joker in version 3.0 update (BGR) [0:12] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s Stage Builder Was Briefly Home to Some Really Inappropriate Levels (USgamer) [0:25] The Labo VR Update For Super Mario Odyssey And Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Is Now Live (Nintendo Life) [0:41] Nintendo profit jumps 39% on Switch software sales (ABC News) [0:42] Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ended March 2019 [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:44] March NPD: Switch continues to dominate hardware sales in the U.S. (Gamasutra) [0:47] Retro’s retirement gift to Reggie has fans looking for hidden clues (GoNintendo) [0:52] ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ Ignites Switch Sales (Variety) [1:00] P5S Is Persona 5 Scramble, A Warriors-Style Action Game, Not An RPG Switch Port (GameSpot) [1:08] Nintendo’s Guidance Seen as a `Mockery,’ Sending Shares Lower (Bloomberg) [1:09] Nintendo shoots down rumors of a new Switch at E3 (The Verge) [1:12] Super Mario Maker 2 coming on June 28th (Update: Bonus Stylus Offer) (Nintendo Wire) [1:16] Well, That About Wraps It Up For 3DS (Kotaku) [1:18] Tencent wins key approval to sell Nintendo’s Switch in China (Reuters) [1:20] Dragalia Lost Is Crossing Over With Fire Emblem (Kotaku) [1:22] ‘Mario Kart Tour’ beta will arrive on phones next month (Engadget) Games [0:01] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:25] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:35] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [0:37] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Official Site) [1:00] Persona 5 Scramble: The Phantom Strikers (IGN Game Page) [1:12] Super Mario Maker 2 (Official Site) [1:20] Dragalia Lost (Official Site) [1:22] Mario Kart Tour (Official Site)  

There are now as many episodes of the Random Nintendo Podcast as there are microgames in the original WarioWare. And how are we celebrating this fittingly random Nintendo milestone? By discussing the future of gaming, duh! We dive deep into what cloud- and subscription-based services mean for gaming and Nintendo, as well as discuss Nintendo’s own Switch ambitious with reports of multiple new models and their plans for Labo VR. Plus, we share impressions of asymmetric Switch game Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes and speculate about what’s to come in this month’s Smash Bros. 3.0 update. We also want to get you in on our 200th episode celebration, so we’re hosting a giveaway to win one of two $20 eShop gift cards! Since there are now as many episodes of the show as WarioWare has microgames, we want to know: what’s your favorite WarioWare microgame? Tell us in the comments below, be it a full description or just the one-word command, to enter. We’ll announce the randomly chosen winners in our next episode on April 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 Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:03] Discussion: Subscription Game Services [0:17] GameStop posts $673m full-year loss (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:19] WayForward announces Shantae 5 for Nintendo Switch, Apple Arcade (Nintendo Enthusiast) [0:24] Google announces Stadia, a new game streaming platform (Polygon) [0:38] Disney Plus Wants a Home on the Nintendo Switch (Digital Trends) [0:40] Bloomberg: Apple’s ‘Netflix for games’ service will payout to developers based on time spent playing each title (9to5Mac) [0:42] Prince Harry says Fortnite “shouldn’t be allowed,” complains of the game’s addictive nature (GoNintendo) [0:56] Discussion: What do Stadia and Apple Arcade Mean for Switch? [0:57] Sony and Nintendo shares tumble following Google Stadia announcement (CNBC) [0:59] February 2019 NPD: Anthem and Jump Force top software sales (VentureBeat) [1:03] Nintendo to Launch Two New Switch Models (Wall Street Journal) [1:16] Rumour: Persona 5, Metroid Prime Trilogy And A Link To The Past Are Switch-Bound According To Best Buy (Nintendo Life) [1:20] Mike Tyson Seems to Think Nintendo is Making a New Punch-Out!! and He’s Apparently Mad that He’s Not Involved (DualShockers) [1:24] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate ad leaks Stage Builder mode (Polygon) [1:28] Switch Getting Labo VR Support For Super Mario Odyssey And Zelda: Breath Of The Wild (GameSpot) [1:45] Discussion: 200 Episodes! Games [0:19] Shantae 5 (Giant Bomb Game Page) [0:45] Brawl Stars (Official Site) [1:24] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:28] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:40] Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes (Official Site) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be age 13 or older. The contest begins on April 14, 2019 at 12:00 AM PDT and ends on April 26, 2019 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. Two (2) commenters will be chosen at random and receive one (1) digital code each 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 winner will be chosen at random on April 27, 2019, announced in Episode 201 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

We came, we saw, we con-quered. It’s a convention double whammy in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast as we report back from both the Game Developer’s Conference in San Francisco and PAX East in Boston. We share hands-on impressions of over a dozen upcoming Switch games, including Nindies Showcase breakouts like Cuphead and Creature in the Well, anticipated titles like SteamWorld Quest, and big third-party titles like Mortal Kombat 11. Plus, we discuss the Smash Bros. & Splatoon 2 North America Opens and in the spirit of Cadence of Hyrule, our dream Nintendo x Indie collaborations. Which Nindies are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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! News [0:01] Discussion: GDC vs. PAX East [0:28] Splatoon 2 NA Inkling Open 2019 & Super Smash Bros. Ultimate NA Open 2019 Finals 3/30/2019 (YouTube) [0:29] Nintendo Switch tournament series continues during Nintendo’s activities at E3 2019 (Nintendo.com) [0:40] Cuphead is coming to the Nintendo Switch, with Xbox Live support coming (The Verge) [0:45] Mortal Kombat 11 For Nintendo Switch Has Same Features As Other Consoles (My Nintendo News) [0:49] Wolfenstein: Youngblood bringing mayhem to Switch on July 26th (Nintendo Wire) [0:50] Bulletstorm comes to Switch this summer, complete with Duke Nukem (Eurogamer.net) [0:52] Neo Cab brings its unique dystopian tale to Switch (Shacknews) [0:57] Pinball-Inspired Dungeon Crawler Creature In The Well Out On Nintendo Switch This Summer (Nintendo Insider) [1:05] SteamWorld Quest Gets a Release Date (IGN) [1:23] Untitled Goose Game delayed to an untitled later date (Polygon) [1:27] Blazing Beaks coming to Switch (GoNintendo) [1:35] Stranger Things 3: The Game is also coming to Switch on July 4 (VG247) [1:43] The neat-looking Black Future ’88 headed to Nintendo Switch as a console exclusive (Destructoid) [2:03] ‘Cadence of Hyrule’ for Switch puts a Zelda spin on an indie classic (Engadget) [2:07] Nintendo is open to more indies getting the Cadence of Hyrule opportunity (VentureBeat) Games [0:30] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:40] Cuphead (Official Site) [0:45] Mortal Kombat 11 (Official Site) [0:49] Wolfenstein: Youngblood (Official Site) [0:50] Bulletstorm: Duke of Switch Edition (Official Site) [0:52] Neo Cab (Official Site) [0:57] Creature in the Well (Official Site) [1:01] Zombie Rollerz (Giant Bomb Game Page) [1:05] SteamWorld Quest (Official Site) [1:15] Anthill (Official Site) [1:19] Sayonara Wild Hearts (Official Site) [1:23] Untitled Goose Game (Official Site) [1:27] Blazing Beaks (Official Site) [1:36] Stranger Things 3: The Game (Official Site) [1:43] Black Future ’88 (Official Site) [1:49] Windjammers 2 (Official Site) [1:51] Skellboy (Official Site) [1:55] Headsnatchers (Official Site) [1:58] Panzer Paladin (Official Site) [2:00] Trevor Saves the Universe (Official Site) [2:03] Cadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of Zelda (Nintendo.com Game Page)

Not everything has to be a competition. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we explore the cooperative side of gaming with a discussion of our favorite co-op experiences, along with impressions of a new co-op shooter for Switch, RICO. We also examine what Nintendo is doing right and wrong with the new Labo VR Kit, discuss the growing problem of crunch in the games industry, and yes, call out that strange Fire Emblem: Three Houses box art. What’s your favorite co-op gaming memory? Tell us in a comment below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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 find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Discussion: Co-Op Games [0:26] Second Zelda game rumored to release in 2019 (Shacknews) [0:28] Japan: Game Freak And Nintendo Trademark Armored Mewtwo (My Nintendo News) [0:36] Nintendo Announces Labo VR Kit For Switch (Kotaku) [0:51] Nintendo to Smartphone Gamers: Don’t Spend Too Much on Us (Wall Street Journal) [0:55] Fire Emblem: Three Houses Box Art Revealed, Fans Have Concerns (TheGamer) [1:00] Masahiro Sakurai’s dedication causes him to use an IV drip when he gets sick to continue his work as normal (EventHubs) [1:05] Activision Blizzard cuts nearly 800 jobs amid ‘record results in 2018 (The Verge) [1:09] We Asked Nintendo, Microsoft, and 12 Other Devs How They Deal With Crunch (Waypoint) [1:36] Fortnite No Longer Matches Switch With PS4 And Xbox One For Cross-Play (GameSpot) Games [0:04] Goof Troop (Giant Bomb Game Page) [0:06] Resident Evil (Series) [0:17] Mario Kart: Double Dash!! (IGN Game Page) [0:22] Legend of Zelda: Four Swords (Gamepedia Page) [0:28] Pokemon Sword and Shield (Official Site) [0:30] Tetris 99 (Official Site) [0:36] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:55] Fire Emblem: Three Houses (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:12] RICO (Official Site) [1:36] Fortnite (Official Site)

We’re rounding up all the round things in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, from the Pokemon news blowout of Sword and Shield’s debut and Detective Pikachu’s new trailer to our impressions of Switch indies Pool Panic and Battlloon. Plus, we weigh in on the rumor of Xbox coming to Switch in a very big way and bid farewell to the Regginator himself, Reggie Fils-Aime. What do you think of Pokemon Sword and Shield? Let us know in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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 for easily locating the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:04] Pokemon Direct 2.27.2019 (Nintendo.com) [0:14] Pokemon Sword and Shield’s new starters announced (Polygon) [0:32] New Detective Pikachu trailer is a who’s who of Pokemon (Destructoid) [0:38] Watch Ryan Reynolds Get a Little Too Into His ‘Detective Pikachu’ Role (Variety) [0:39] ‘Detective Pikachu’ Sequel in the Works (Hollywood Reporter) [0:41] Watch Pokemon: Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution’s first trailer (Polygon) [0:47] Legendary Developing Third Live-Action Pokemon Movie Based On Original Games (We Got This Covered) [0:55] ‘Resident Evil’ TV Series In Works At Netflix (Deadline) [1:03] Nintendo Of America President Reggie Fils-Aime Is Retiring (Kotaku) [1:19] January 2019 NPD: Nintendo Switch outsold PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and Sales down as Kingdom Hearts tops game charts (VentureBeat) [1:24] Three Resident Evil classics come to Switch in May (Polygon) [1:28] Rumor: Microsoft Bringing Game Pass And Published Titles To Switch (Game Informer) [1:38] THQ Nordic inexplicably hosts AMA in a notorious internet cesspool (Gamasutra) Games [0:04] Pokemon Sword and Shield (Official Site) [1:24] Resident Evil Origins Collection (IGN Game Page) [1:46] Pool Panic (Official Site) [1:53] Battlloon (Official Site)

“Where we dropping, boys?” According to Nintendo, the answer is everywhere. News drops, shadow drops, tetromino drops – in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cover it all. We take on the world in Tetris 99 and discuss how the game could change Switch Online as we know it, go hands-on with Yoshi’s Crafted World and Daemon X Machina: Prototype Missions, and weigh in on news big and small from the latest Nintendo Direct. Plus, we debate what constitutes a “good” video game remake and discuss the potential fate of Star Fox: Grand Prix. What was your favorite Nintendo Direct announcement? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, 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! News [0:01] Nintendo Direct – 02.13.2019 (Nintendo.com) [0:02] Super Mario Maker 2 Announced for Nintendo Switch (IGN) [0:12] The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening remake coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [0:25] Tetris 99 Has No Tutorial, So Here’s What You Need To Know (Kotaku) [0:34] Tetris 99 Datamine Suggests Three New Modes Will Be Added In A Future Update (Nintendo Life) [0:37] Nine Months Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending March 2019 – Q&A (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:42] ‘Fortnite’ Held a Marshmello Concert—and It’s the Future of the Metaverse (WIRED) [0:48] RUMOR – Could work on Apex Legends for Switch be in the works already? (GoNintendo) [0:56] Horror-action game Dead by Daylight coming to Switch this fall (VG247) [1:01] Yoshi’s Crafted World amiibo support gets detailed (Nintendo Wire) [1:14] Unravel Two coming to Switch on March 22 (Gematsu) [1:16] BoxBoy + BoxGirl lands on Switch this April (Destructoid) [1:20] Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker adds co-op update today, paid DLC on the way (Polygon) [1:23] Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.’s Journey Is One Of The Worst-Selling Mario Games To Date (Nintendo Life) [1:29] Dragon Quest XI S is coming to the Nintendo Switch this fall with 8-bit graphics option (The Verge) [1:36] Fire Emblem: Three Houses Detailed In Nintendo Direct (GameSpot) [1:44] Astral Chain Is A New Switch Action Game From Platinum Games (Kotaku) [1:47] Free Daemon X Machina Prototype Missions Demo Now Available (Nintendo Insider) [1:54] Starlink: Battle for Atlas April update hunts for Star Wolf (Shacknews) [2:00] Could A VR-Related Switch Announcement Be Approaching? – Rumor (Nintendo World Report) Games [0:02] Super Mario Maker 2 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:12] The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:25] Tetris 99 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:34] Fortnite (Official Site) [0:56] Dead by Daylight (Official Site) [1:01] Yoshi’s Crafted World (Official Site) [1:14] Unravel Two (Official Site) [1:16] BoxBoy + BoxGirl (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:20] Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Official Site) [1:29] Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:38] Fire Emblem: Three Houses (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:44] Astral Chain (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:47] Daemon X Machina: Prototype Missions (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:54] Starlink: Battle for Atlas (Official Site) [2:03] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site)

Nintendo’s been busy. When they weren’t announcing the news and numbers of their post-holiday financials, they were delaying Metroid Prime 4. When they weren’t postponing Samus’ Switch debut, they were announcing the return of Dr. Mario. When the doctor wasn’t back in, Piranha Planet joined Smash. And when #PlantGang was taking shape, the company’s long-held blue ocean strategy was meeting its demise. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cover all that and more with a deep dive into everything from Nintendo’s recent financial report and beyond. We want to hear what you think, too. Leave a comment below with your take on any of this episode’s topics. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcasting 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 that particular segment. Enjoy! News [0:02] Nine Months Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending March 2019 (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:18] Nintendo announces open Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Splatoon 2 tournaments (VentureBeat) [0:26] First Nintendo Store Opening In Japan (Kotaku) [0:28] Nintendo lowers full-year hardware forecast for Switch (Gamasutra) [0:32] Only About One Million Nintendo Labo Kits Sold Last Year (Variety) [0:41] December 2018 NPD: Smash Bros. beats Spider-Man in exclusives battle (VentureBeat) [0:50] Four Months After Release, Super Mario Party Has Never Gotten An Update (Kotaku) [0:59] GDC State of the Industry: Nearly half of devs say they’re most interested in the Switch (GDC) [1:02] Development Update on Metroid Prime 4 for Nintendo Switch (YouTube) [1:10] Nintendo Teases A Switch Game That “Will Make Everyone Happy” And Is “Suitable For Switch Online” (Siliconera) [1:14] Rumor: Nintendo Looking To Strengthen Its Switch Online Service With ‘Core Gamer’ Features (Comicbook.com) [1:15] Nintendo announces Smash Bros. Ultimate ‘Smash Picture Dojo’ campaign for Japan (GoNintendo) [1:24] Nintendo’s next Switch model will reportedly shrink the size, cost, features (Ars Technica) [1:30] Nintendo releases a series of ‘Switch My Way’ promo videos (GoNintendo) [1;33] Nintendo is launching a new Dr. Mario game for smartphones later this year (The Verge) [1:36] Mario Kart Tour’s Release Delayed, Nintendo Confirms (GameSpot) [1:47] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Piranha Plant Now Available With 2.0.0 Update (IGN) Games [0:32] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:50] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [1:02] Metroid Prime 4 (IGN Game Page) [1:35] Dr. Mario World (Giant Bomb Game Page) [1:45] Mario Kart Tour (IGN Game Page) [1:47] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) 

Get ready for an episode fit for a Nintendo Direct. From new details on Yoshi’s Crafted World and Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn to surprise announcements from Capcom and Game Freak, we bring together a scattershot of news that you would think would be part of a Nintendo Direct yet somehow wasn’t. We examine why that might be, plus highlight 3DS games that deserve a second lease on life, discuss the future of Nintendo Switch Online’s subscription game library, share impressions of Horizon Chase Turbo, and revisit the mashed-up puzzles of Puyo Puyo Tetris. What do you want to see in the next Nintendo Direct? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcasting app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve provided 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! News [0:04] ‘Yoshi’s Crafted World’ for Switch is coming out on March 29th (Engadget) [0:11] Yoshi’s Crafted World getting physical release with download code in Japan (GoNintendo) [0:19] Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn Details Ravel Abilities, Devilish Mode, And Amiibo Functions (Siliconera) [0:28] Classic Mario, Zelda and Star Fox games for Nintendo 3DS to join Nintendo Selects lineup (Nintendo.com) [0:35] Furukuwa: 3DS Won’t Be Discontinued As It Can Co-Exist With Switch (NintendoSoup) [0:53] Nintendo Switch Online’s Next Free NES Games Available Now (GameSpot) [1:01] Rumour: Dataminer Uncovers SNES Games For Nintendo Switch Online Service (Nintendo Life) [1:09] Game Freak’s Giga Wrecker is coming to consoles in 2019 (Polygon) [1:13] Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen is coming to Nintendo Switch this April (GamesRadar+) [1:18] Fishing Star: World Tour releasing in English on January 31st (Perfectly Nintendo) [1:24] Nvidia Uses Deep Learning To Improve Twilight Princess Graphics On Nvidia Shield (NintendoSoup) [1:27] Switch sales performance now higher than Wii in Japan (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:28] UK Charts: New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe takes No.1 in quiet week (GamesIndustry.biz) Games [0:04] Yoshi’s Crafted World (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:19] Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:31] Super Mario Maker (Official Site) [0:37] Rhythm Heaven Megamix (Official Site) [0:42] BOXBOY! (Official Site) [0:46] Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure (IGN Game Page) [0:49] Street Fighter IV 3D Edition (Official Site) [1:09] Giga Wrecker Alt (Official Site) [1:13] Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen (Official Site) [1:18] Fishing Star: World Tour (Official Site) [1:30] Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes (Official Site) [1:36] Puyo Puyo Tetris (Official Site) [1:42] Horizon Chase Turbo (Official Site)

Happy New Year! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we embrace 2019 with our gaming resolutions and predictions of what’s to come for Switch, from Nintendo’s own plans to first signs of a new wave of third-party support. We also discuss the end of video game secrets in the Internet era, revisit the Spirits of Smash Bros. Ultimate, and share impressions of Jackbox Party Pack 5. Plus, we announce the winner of our $20 eShop giveaway. What are your prediction for Nintendo in 2019? Tell us in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcasting app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to help find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02 – 1:05] Discussion: Our 2019 Predictions [0:14] UK video games market is now 80% digital (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:20] New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe – Japanese commercial (GoNintendo) [0:30] Walmart.com’s Most Purchased Item In California During 2018 Was The Nintendo Switch (My Nintendo News) [0:32] Rumor: German retailer listing Assassin’s Creed Compilation for Switch (Nintendo Wire) [0:37] Rumour: EA Working On Frostbite Engine Support For Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:38] Nintendo Switch FIFA 19 Ultimate Team players shafted once again (Eurogamer.net) [0:52] Nintendo Labo Is One of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2018 (Time.com) [0:56] Jump start your New Year’s fitness goals with Fitness Boxing for Nintendo Switch (Nintendo.com) [1:02] Did Nintendo Patent An Improvement To A Passive Walking Apparatus? (Siliconera) [1:06] Discussion: Our 2019 Gaming Resolutions [1:18] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Roster Reportedly Leaked (IGN) [1:20] Discussion: Gaming Secrets in the Age of the Internet [1:31] Sonic Adventure director eyes remake of Dreamcast classic (VideoGamer.com) [1:39] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC to include Mii Fighter costumes (Polygon) Games [0:20] New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (Official Site) [0:38] FIFA 19 (Official Site) [0:52] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:56] Fitness Boxing (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:32] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:51] Jackbox Party Pack 5 (Official Site)

‘Tis the season where you cram as much as you can into a sock. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re doing that in the figurative sense with a grab bag of gaming goodies as we share our Games of the Year picks and impressions of both TowerFall on Switch and Pokemon Go’s new Trainer Battles. We also dive into the latest holiday sales numbers from Nintendo, revisit Smash Bros. Ultimate, and yes, talk about Sonic’s overly toned legs. If this episode was a stocking, it’d be absolutely stuffed. And just like any good stocking, it contains a gift! We’re giving away a $20 eShop gift card to one lucky commenter. As longtime listeners of the show may know, Jason has a reputation of never finishing his games. Now, we want to know which of your games you somehow never got to and why. Maybe you started but simply didn’t finish; or perhaps you never even took it out of the box. Whatever the most outlandish reason you have, let’s hear it! Leave a comment below telling us your game and reason, and we’ll highlight our favorites – and pick one lucky gift card winner – in our next episode on January 9. To make sure you don’t miss it, be sure to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:02] Sonic The Hedgehog Movie First Look: Check Out the Exclusive Official Poster (IGN) [0:05] ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Second Movie Poster Appears Online (ComicBook.com) [0:11] Former Sonic Team members react to the Sonic the Hedgehog movie teaser (GoNintendo) [0:22] Liquid Bit reveals new features in Killer Queen Black, confirms native voice chat (Nintendo Everything) [0:27 – 1:09] Discussion: Our Games of the Year [0:31] Damon Baker Departs Nintendo After 12 Years (Nintendo Life) [0:48] How to get the most out of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s weekly events (Polygon) [0:51] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will give you Partner Pikachu/Eevee Spirits with Pokemon: Let’s Go save data (Nintendo Everything) [1:03] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Glitch Turns the Game into a Waluigi Hell-World (USgamer) [1:05] Nintendo Explains Why E3 Is Still Important, ‘No-Brainer’ to Participate (IGN) [1:10] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate US sales reach 3 million (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:13] Half of All Nintendo Switch Owners Bought Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8, and Super Mario Odyssey (IGN) [1:15] November 2018 NPD: Red Dead vs. Call of Duty (VentureBeat) [1:16] Nintendo Switch becomes fastest-selling console this generation (GameDaily.biz) [1:22] Rumour: Nintendo Might Be Renaming The eShop (Nintendo Life) [1:29] Nintendo President on ‘Smash Bros.’, Classic Console Future and Switch (Hollywood Reporter) [1:34] Pokemon Go’s PvP Trainer Battles are now live (The Verge) [1:42] Maker of ‘Pokemon Go’ Refuels With $3.9 Billion Valuation (Wall Street Journal) Games [0:17] TowerFall (Official Site) [0:22] Killer Queen Black (Official Site) [0:33] Celeste (Official Site) [0:35] The Gardens Between (Official Site) [0:40] WarioWare Gold (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:43] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [0:46] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:32] Pokemon Go (Official Site) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be age 13 or older. The contest begins on December 23, 2018 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on January 4, 2019 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. One (1) commenter will be chosen at random and 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 winner will be chosen at random on January 5, 2019, announced in Episode 193 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

Finally, at last, everyone is here! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is upon us, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive into the game’s many modes, characters, and offerings to bring you our in-depth impressions. The Smash frenzy also spills into our coverage of the 2018 Game Awards as we give our takes on the show and its big reveals, including none other than Persona 5’s Joker joining the Smash roster. Plus, we highlight key Nindies from the Kinda Funny Games Showcase, look at some of the weirder games that are Switch bound, and pick the winner of our $50 eShop gift card giveaway. What’s your favorite thing about Smash Bros. Ultimate so far? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify; Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcasting app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below with more on the news and games discussed in this episode. Enjoy and Happy Smashing! News [0:41] The Game Awards 2018 – Official Stream (YouTube) [0:55] Epic’s PC game store is live now (The Verge) [0:59] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order is a Switch exclusive coming 2019 (Polygon) [1:06] Nintendo: Persona 5’s Joker Is ‘Emblematic’ of Smash Bros. Ultimate’s DLC Approach (IGN) [1:09] RUMOR – Persona 5 coming to Switch (GoNintendo) [1:14] Mortal Kombat 11 Announced: Trailer, Release Date, And Screenshots (GameSpot) [1:18] Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled HD remaster is out next year (Polygon) [1:22] ‘Fortnite’ is getting a big new Creative mode (Engadget) [1:28] Sayonara Wild Hearts is the next game from cult mobile studio Simogo (The Verge) [1:32] Turbolance on the way to Switch (Nintendo Everything) [1:34] Attack From The Shadows In At Sundown On Nintendo Switch Next Month (Nintendo Insider) [1:35] Moving Out tackles the dangerous world of furniture movement (Shacknews) [1:37] Nintendo Switch dominated Black Friday with record-breaking sales (BGR) [1:42] Pizza place delivery offer includes one large pizza, two soft drinks, and a copy of Smash Bros. Ultimate for $100 (GoNintendo) [1:43] Zany Sports Title Nippon Marathon Sprints Onto Switch This Autumn (Nintendo Life) [1:46] Youtubers Life: OMG Edition Is A Thing And It’s Headed To Switch Next Month (Nintendo Life) [1:47] Nintendo scraps controversial Creators Program, making life easier for YouTubers (Eurogamer.net) [1:49] The Switch Is Getting Its Very Own Santa Tracker For Christmas (Nintendo Life) [1:53] Nintendo shuts down Zelda: Skyward Sword Switch port reports (Eurogamer.net) [1:59] Where was Metroid Prime 4 at The Game Awards 2018? (Shacknews) Games [0:02] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:59] Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:14] Mortal Kombat 11 (Official Site) [1:18] Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Official Site) [1:22] Fortnite (Official Site) [1:28] Sayonara Wild Hearts (Official Site) [1:32] Turbolance (Official Site) [1:34] At Sundown (Official Site) [1:35] Moving Out (Official Site) [1:43] Nippon Marathon (Official Site) [1:47] YouTubers Life OMG (Official Site) [1:49] Santa Tracker (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:53] The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (Nintendo.com Game Page)

You’ll definitely want to catch this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. Because Pokemon. No, but seriously, there’s a lot to say about Pokemon as we share impressions of Pokemon Let’s Go and give our takes on the first trailer for the Detective Pikachu movie. Plus, we move beyond just pocket monsters to discuss the fate of the long-rumored N64 Classic Edition, our dream Super Mario Party DLC, October sales numbers, and more.  This episode also marks our seventh anniversary and we’re celebrating with a giveaway! As our way of saying thanks, we’re giving one lucky listener a $50 eShop gift card. To enter, leave a comment below telling us who you’re excited to play as in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – that’s it! We’ll then choose one commenter at random and announce it in our next episode on December 9. To make sure you don’t miss it, be sure to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify; Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. Whether you’ve been listening since day one or only recently started, thanks for tuning in to the Random Nintendo Podcast. For more information on the specific topics of this episode, check out the links below. We’ve also included timestamps to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] POKEMON Detective Pikachu – Official Trailer #1 (YouTube) [0:11] Legendary creates Detective Pikachu promo statues for the upcoming film (GoNintendo) [0:22] Create artwork for POKEMON Detective Pikachu (Talenthouse) [0:24] Feature: Inside The Twisted And Abusive Culture Of Yasha Haddaji’s Nintendo Russia (Nintendo Life) [0:28] Nintendo’s Reggie Fils-Aime On Hopes For An N64 Classic, Switch Online, And Sakurai’s Smash Roster Tweets (Kotaku) [0:40] Following PlayStation Pulling Out of E3 2019, Nintendo and Xbox Express Optimism for the Show (DualShockers) [0:46] October 2018 NPD: Call of Duty still outsells Red Dead Redemption II (VentureBeat) [0:57] Super Mario Odyssey adds 8-bit Mario and Santa Mario costumes (Destructoid) [1:01] Luma, Boom Boom, And Pauline Coming To Mario Tennis Aces (Game Informer) [1:10] Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee Break Switch Sales Record (IGN) [1:12] Pokemon Expands its Console Market by Engaging Mobile (NPD) [1:16] Pokemon: Let’s Go games are getting review-bombed on Metacritic (VG247) [1:33] Get a free starter pack of in-game items for Warframe’s Switch launch (Nintendo Everything) [1:40] Strategy guide maker Prima Games is shutting down (Polygon) Games [0:47] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [0:57] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [1:01] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:20] Pokemon Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee (Official Site) [1:33] Warframe (Official Site) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on November 25, 2018 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 7, 2018 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. One (1) commenter will be chosen at random and receive one (1) digital code redeemable for $50 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 December 8, 2018 announced in Episode 190 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

There’s a battle at every turn in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We weigh in on the biggest of them all with a discussion of all the news from the final Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, share impressions of Switch’s free-to-play fighter Brawlhalla, and take a look at how Nintendo can win this holiday season through the lens of the company’s latest financial briefing. Plus, we discuss what we’d want to see from the rumored Zelda TV show, give impressions of Ultimate Chicken Horse, and more. Before Smash Bros. arrives, we want to know: what’s your favorite fighting game on Switch? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts Spotify; Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:02 – 0:51] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct – 11.1.2018 (Nintendo.com) [0:08] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate gets Incineroar, Ken and Piranha Plant as new characters (The Verge) [0:19] Smash Bros. Ultimate’s DLC lineup is complete, says Sakurai (GoNintendo) [0:34] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s New Spirits Mode Detailed (GameSpot) [0:43] Super Smash Bros: Infinity War (YouTube) [0:49] Free Super Smash Bros. Ultimate social app Smash World launches in 2019 (Polygon) [0:53 – 1:37] Six Months Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending March 2019 and Q&A (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:53] Switch sales remain steady as Nintendo reports bump in profits (Gamasutra) [0:55] Super Mario Party Joy-Con Bundle Coming To North America (Siliconera) [1:07] Kirby Star Allies – DLC Pack 3 officially revealed (GoNintendo) [1:09] Travis Strikes Again’s physical version will include the season pass (Destructoid) [1:10] Nintendo Is Hiring for a Zelda-Related Project (IGN) [1:28] This Lovely Super Mario Maker Edition 2DS Is A Black Friday Bargain (Nintendo Life) [1:31] Dragalia Lost’s Revenue Per Download Was $25 Its First Month in Japan, More than 4x Fire Emblem Heroes (Sensor Tower) [1:38] Adi Shankar in Talks to Produce ‘Legend of Zelda’ TV Series Based on Video Game (The Wrap) [1:41] ‘Castlevania’ Renewed For Season 3 On Netflix (Deadline) [1:46] Inside the ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Movie, Animated Pharrell Williams Film (Variety) [1:48] Report: “Pokemon: Detective Pikachu” Test Screening Received Extremely Positive Reactions (SuperBroMovies) Games [0:02] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:55] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [1:04] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:07] Kirby Star Allies (Official Site) [1:09] Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes (Official Site) [1:31] Dragalia Lost (Official Site) [1:52] Ultimate Chicken Horse (Official Site) [1:57] Brawlhalla (Official Site)

It’s the most frightening time of the year and we’re celebrating with horror games! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we examine what separates the horrors from the horrible and where the genre can go next. We also revisit Pokemon Go through the eyes of a lapsed player to what it takes to get a core fan hooked. Plus, we break down September’s sales numbers, try to crack the case of the missing Labo, discuss the growing role of gaming in the classroom, and share impressions of Switch indie Pizza Titan Ultra. What’s your favorite horror game? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, don’t forget to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News Discussion: Horror Games and What Makes Them Tick [0:17] Deadhaus Sonata Announced from Eternal Darkness, Legacy of Kain Creator Denis Dyack (IGN) [0:23] Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil, Resident Evil 0 come to Nintendo Switch in 2019 (Polygon) [0:25] ‘Pokemon Go’ gets a little bigger with ‘Diamond’ and ‘Pearl’ monsters (Engadget) [0:33] Is Pokemon Go Dead? Massive Crowds And Stampede Say Otherwise (NintendoSoup) [0:37] Barack Obama says he doesn’t care about Pokemon (GoNintendo) [0:38] Pokemon Let’s Go’s newest evolution is MelMetal (Tiny Cartridge) [0:46] Pokemon: Let’s Go! postgame introduces Master Trainers (Polygon) [0:58] September 2018 NPD: Spider-Man sells faster than God of War (VentureBeat) [1:02] Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Sales Outside Japan Far Exceeded Monolith Soft’s Expectations (USgamer) [1:07] Nintendo is bringing Labo to schools across North America this year (The Verge) [1:09] Minecraft exceeds 90m monthly active users (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:19] Nintendo Switch Diablo III bundle revealed as GameStop exclusive (SlashGear) [1:32] Morphies Law Had Disappointing Launch, Devs Planning New Free Content To Bring Players Back (Nintendo Life) [1:36] Yooka-Laylee will be getting a ’64-bit Tonic’ mode soon (Destructoid) [1:40] Team Sonic Racing Delayed to Mid-2019 (IGN) [1:42] Rumor: New leak potentially reveals every Smash Bros. Ultimate newcomer (Nintendo Wire) [1:46] Previously Unreleased Two Tribes Title Swap This! Finally Seeing Release on Switch Next Month (DualShockers) [1:48] Discussion: Revisiting the 3DS Games [0:12] ZombiU (Official Site) [0:14] Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem (IGN Game Page) [0:17] Deadhaus Sonata (IGN Game Page) [0:23] Resident Evil (Official Site) [0:25] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [0:45] Pokemon Let’s Go (Official Site) [1:05] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:10] Minecraft: Education Edition (Official Site) [1:32] Morphies Law (Official Site) [1:36] Yooka-Laylee (Official Site)  [1:40] Team Sonic Racing (Official Site) [1:42] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:46] Swap This! (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:51] Luigi’s Mansion (Official Site) [1:55] Pizza Titan Ultra (Official Site)

Consider this your invitation. Not to the party, but to impressions of it. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our takes on Super Mario Party, reports of a Switch hardware revision, the potential of a Game Boy Classic, and the pros and cons of gaming’s cloud-based future. Plus, we share impressions of Dragalia Lost and speculate about the next wave of video game movies, from Mega Man and Monster Hunter to… Dance Dance Revolution? We’re also happy to announce that the Random Nintendo Podcast is now on Spotify! Be sure to Follow us on our new Spotify page, or subscribe to us on existing services including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, and YouTube. 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 so you can easily locate the segments that interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] Nintendo Plans New Version of Switch Next Year (Wall Street Journal) [0:22] RUMOR – Animal Crossing Switch could see release in Q1/Q2 2019 (GoNintendo) [0:26] Play It Loud With This Dedicated Portable Speaker For Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:29] Playable Game Boy phone case revealed in Nintendo patent (Polygon) [0:38] Microsoft announces Project Xcloud—Xbox game streaming for myriad devices (Ars Technica) [0:39] Google Announces Project Stream, Which Lets You Stream Games In Chrome (Kotaku) [0:43] After Resident Evil 7 On Switch, Capcom May Release More Cloud-Based Games In Japan (GameSpot) [0:47] Get Ready for Splatoween, Splatoon 2’s Spooky New Splatfest (Dualshockers) [0:49] Fortnite’s new mode makes you dance (and kill) to win (The Verge) [1:03 – 1:32] Discussion: The Next Wave of Video Game Movies [1:00] Nintendo gives Switch subscribers decked-out NES Zelda save file (Ars Technica) [1:11] Mega Man is Going to Become a Live Action Movie (IGN) [1:17] Capcom Confirms Monster Hunter Movie In The Works And Provides Details (My Nintendo News) [1:22] Movie Version of Videogame ‘Dance Dance Revolution’ in Development (Variety) [1:27] Nintendo president: “I compete for time,” not against Xbox, PlayStation (Ars Technica) [1:56] Super Mario Party boosting sales of Joy-Cons around the world, causing shortages (GoNintendo) [2:09] Fire Emblem Heroes launches ‘Lite’ version in next monthly update (Destructoid) [2:10] Nintendo’s Dragalia Lost Makes $16 Million in Two Weeks, Eclipsing Animal Crossing in the U.S. and Japan (Sensor Tower) Games [0:43] Resident Evil 7: Biohazard – Cloud Version (IGN Game Page) [0:46] Assassin’s Creed Odyssey – Cloud Version (IGN Game Page) [0:47] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [0:49] Fortnite (Official Site) [1:00] Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online (Official Site) [1:33] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [1:57] Dragalia Lost (Official Site) [2:14] Friday The 13th: The Game (Official Site)

Hitch a ride on the Information Superhighway. In this episode of the Random Nintendo, we discuss two core components of the internet, memes and services, with our takes on the silliness of the recent Toad and Bowsette memes, and the seriousness of Switch Online – the pros, the cons, and everything in between. We also discuss the surprise closure of Telltale Games, the news (or lack there of) from the Tokyo Game Show, and August’s sales charts, before concluding with impressions of two Switch Nindies, The Gardens Between and A Case of Distrust. What do you think of Switch Online? Let us know in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Why Toad “from Mario Kart” is in the news (Vox) [0:05] Nintendo reveals it invented “Bowsette” before the Internet did (Ars Technica) [0:13] Nintendo Switch Online connects console owners (Nintendo.com) [0:21] How to grab Japanese versions of the Nintendo Switch Online NES games (Polygon) [0:33] 25% of Nintendo Switch owners have downloaded the Online app (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:35] You can now play digital Nintendo Switch games across multiple consoles (The Verge) [0:48] What Happened With Telltale Games? Here’s A Timeline Of Important Events (GameSpot) [1:12] Dragon Quest XI for Switch titled Dragon Quest XI S (Gematsu) [1:14] Capcom is bringing the Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright Trilogy to Switch (Eurogamer.net) [1:19] Classic Sega Genesis games headed to Nintendo Switch in a massive bundle (Polygon) [1:28] R-Type Dimensions coming to Switch, PC this winter (Gematsu) [1:30] August 2018 NPD: Madden NFL has its best kickoff since 2013 (VentureBeat) [1:37] Nintendo Switch is getting a Fortnite bundle with exclusive items (The Verge) [1:42]Meltan, the Hex Nut Pokemon, officially revealed in Pokemon Go (GoNintendo) [1:45] Pokemon Let’s Go Works Without Motion Controls, But There’s a Catch (IGN) Games [0:13] Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online (Official Site) [0:53] Batman: The Telltale Series (Official Site) [1:!2] Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age S (IGN Game Page) [1:14] Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright Trilogy (IGN Game Page) [1:19] Sega Genesis Classics (Official Site) [1:28] R-Type Dimensions (Official Site) [1:37] Fortnite (Official Site) [1:39] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:42] Pokemon Let’s Go (Official Site) [1:47] Super Mario Party (Official Site) [1:53] The Gardens Between (Official Site) [2:01] Ben Wander Presents A Case of Distrust (Official Site)

You saw the Nintendo Direct, now hear our response. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we plunge head first into Nintendo’s latest presentation to bring our thoughts “directly to you” on all the big reveals, noteworthy third-party trends, and whatever’s going on with the Switch Online service. Plus, we share impressions of a trio of Switch Nindies: Lifeless Planet, Salt and Sanctuary, and I, Zombie. What did you think of the latest Nintendo Direct? Tell us about your favorite (or least favorite) announcements in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 topics that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Livesteam Test: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Random Nintendo YouTube Channel) [0:02] Nintendo Direct – 09.13.2018 (Nintendo.com) [0:05] Animal Crossing’s Isabelle Joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (IGN) [0:09] Switch ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ set bundles system and game for $360 (Engadget) [0:13] Nintendo Announces Pikachu And Eevee Switch Bundles (Kotaku) [0:18] Nintendo partners with the tailgate tour to bring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to colleges this fall (Nintendo.com) [0:23] Animal Crossing On Nintendo Switch Is Finally Happening (GameSpot) [0:34] Luigi’s Mansion 3 announced for Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [0:38] New RPG By Game Freak Called Town Is Headed To Switch In 2019 (Siliconera) [0:41] New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Nintendo Switch Announced (GameSpot) [0:47] Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn is a thing…on 3DS (Destructoid) [0:51] Yoshi’s Crafted World launches spring 2019 (Polygon) [0:55] Nintendo Partners With Asmodee Digital To Bring Best-Selling Tabletop Games To Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:00] Armello Coming to Switch this Month (Paste) [1:01] Siegecraft Commander set for Switch (Nintendo Everything) [1:02] Civilization 6 coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:13] Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles remaster coming to Nintendo Switch, PS4 in 2019 (CNET) [1:17] Katamari Damacy Reroll remasters the original for Switch (VentureBeat) [1:26] Custom Robo creator announces competitive 3D shooting game Synaptic Drive for Switch (Gematsu) [1:28] Everything you need to know about Nintendo’s online Switch service (The Verge) Games [0:05] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:13] Pokemon Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee (Official Site) [0:23] Animal Crossing Switch (IGN Game Page) [0:34] Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Giant Bomb Game Page) [0:38] Town (IGN Game Page) [0:41] New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:47] Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:51] Yoshi’s Crafted World (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:00] Armello (Official Site) [1:01] Siegecraft Commander (Official Site) [1:02] Civilization VI (Official Site) [1:13] Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles – Remastered Edition (IGN Game Page) [1:17] Katamari Damacy Reroll (Official Site) [1:29] Synaptic Drive (Nintendo Life Game Page) [1:45] Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition (Official Site) [1:53] Salt and Sanctuary (Official Site) [2:00] I, Zombie (Nintendo.com Game Page)

Indies on indies on indies. We’re riding the recent wave of Nindies news in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast with highlights of our favorites from Nintendo’s Indie Highlights and Nindies Showcase presentations, as well as a discussion of whether it’s starting to become too much of a good thing. We also examine Nintendo’s mobile gaming contradictions, weigh in on news from Gamescom, and break down Switch’s July sales numbers. Plus, impressions of yes, even more indies with Treadnauts. Which Nindies are you most excited to play? Let us know in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:05] Nintendo Launches a Dedicated Indie Games Channel For the Switch News App (USgamer) [0:09 – 0:21] Indie Highlights – 20.08.2018 (YouTube) [0:10] Night Call coming to Switch in early 2019 (Gematsu) [0:14] The Gardens Between blossoms on Switch, PS4, and Steam September 20 (Destructoid) [0:16] Baba Is You On Nintendo Switch Lets You Change The Rules (Nintendo Insider) [0:21 – 1:00] Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 (YouTube) [0:23] King of the Hat Brings Headwear Combat to Nintendo Switch (DualShockers) [0:25] Free-To-Play Platform Fighter Brawlhalla Comes To Switch This November (Nintendo Life) [0:28] TowerFall arrives on Nintendo Switch this September (Polygon) [0:36] New Switch Game Isn’t Super Monkey Ball, But Might Just Scratch That Itch (GameSpot) [0:39] Shovel Knight Showdown Multiplayer Battle Mode Revealed (IGN) [0:44] Treasure Stack coming to Switch this winter (Nintendo Everything) [0:46] Co-op-only narrative adventure game Tick Tock: A Tale for Two announced for Switch, PC, and smartphones (Gematsu) [0:48] Mini Metro for Nintendo Switch Commercial (YouTube) [0:50] Nintendo reveals Mineko’s Night Market, arrives 2019 (Polygon) [0:56] Untitled Goose Game Gets A New Trailer, Also Coming To Switch (Game Informer) [1:01] Super Mario Creator Miyamoto to Nintendo: Don’t Overcharge Gamers (Bloomberg) [1:05] Harsh headlines, failed festivals and, finally, friends: Pokemon Go, two years on (The Guardian) [1:07] Dragalia Lost Mobile Direct 8.29.2018 (Nintendo.com) [1:16] July 2018 NPD: Octopath Traveler and Grand Theft Auto V own the charts (VentureBeat) [1:26] Nintendo launches Switch starter pack bundles for Mario, Zelda, and Splatoon 2 (VG247) [1:28] Mario Kart 8 to be Compatible with New Nintendo Labo Kit (IGN) [1:30] New Nintendo bundles, games and controllers open up holiday shopping possibilities (Nintendo.com) Games [0:10] Night Call (Official Site) [0:14] The Gardens Between (Official Site) [0:16] Baba is You (Official Site) [0:23] King of the Hat (Official Site) [0:25] Brawlhalla (Official Site) [0:28] TowerFall (Official Site) [0:36] Marble It Up! (Official Site) [0:39] Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove (Official Site) [0:44] Treasure Stack (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:46] Tick Tock: A Tale for Two (Official Site) [0:48] Mini Metro (Official Site) [0:50] Mineko’s Night Market (Official Site) [0:56] Untitled Goose Game (Official Site) [1:07] Dragalia Lost (Official Site) [1:20] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:30] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:44] Treadnauts (Official Site)

From the internet’s collective flip-outs over the Smash Bros Direct to flips between life and death in Flipping Death, you could say there’s a lot of flipping to be had in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We begin with a deep dive into the recent Smash Bros. Direct, discussing the new characters, modes, and more revealed for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Our attention then turns to other Switch games in the news as we discuss DOOM Eternal, Diablo III: Eternal Collection, and even some games without “Eternal” in their name. We also examine the current state of the Switch’s port scene, before wrapping up with impressions of Flipping Death and indie puzzler Yuso. What was your favorite announcement in the Smash Bros. Direct? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01 – 1:13] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct – 08.08.2018 (Nintendo.com) [0:12] From Kong to Kirby: Smash Bros’ Masahiro Sakurai on mashing up 35 years of gaming history (The Guardian) [0:25] Konami files new Bomberman and Contra Trademarks in Japan (Real Otaku Gamer) [0:45] Smash Bros. Ultimate’s mystery menu option may have been figured out (GoNintendo) [0:57] Nintendo Switch Online service coming in the second half of September (Nintendo.com) [1:07] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Limited Edition will include a GameCube controller (The Verge) [1:09] Amiibo of All 5 Newly Announced Smash Bros. Ultimate Characters Coming (IGN) [1:11] Start Your Holiday Shopping Early with this Walmart-Exclusive Nintendo Switch Bundle (Nintendo.com) [1:14] Doom Eternal Will Let You Invade Other Players’ Campaigns (Kotaku) [1:20] NPD Analyst reveals that most U.S Switch owners also have a PS4/Xbox One (Nintendo Enthusiast) [1:24] Child of Light and Valiant Hearts Coming To Nintendo Switch (Ubisoft) [1:26] Ubisoft has stopped development of Steep for Switch (Nintendo Everything) [1:29] Diablo 3 is Coming to Switch This Fall, and You Can Play as Ganon (USgamer) [1:40] Rumor: New Super Mario Bros. U Coming to Nintendo Switch (ComicBook.com) [1:48] THQ Nordic Acquires The Timesplitters And Second Sight Properties (Game Informer) Games [0:01] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:14] Doom Eternal (Official Site) [1:24] Child of Light (Official Site) [1:29] Diablo III: Eternal Collection (Oficial Site) [1:40] New Super Mario Bros. U (Official Site) [1:48] Timesplitters 2 (IGN Game Page) [1:53] Flipping Death (Official Site) [2:00] Yuso (Official Site)

They say money makes the world go round, and whether or not that’s true, it certainly applies to this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We give our impressions of greed monger Wario’s newest microgame collection, WarioWare Gold, and analyze Nintendo’s latest financial report and what it points to for the future. Plus, we weigh in on the news and controversies of Evo 2018, share our takes on Fortnite, and share gaming tales from Mexico. What’s your favorite WarioWare game? Are you picking up Gold? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us (and leave a review, if you feel so kind) on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:01] Discussion: Gaming Tales from Mexico [0:13] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Nintendo Direct announced at EVO 2018 (Destructoid) [0:22] Bayonetta Players Battle Through The Boos At Evo 2018’s Smash 4 Finals (Kotaku) [0:34] Nintendo reports 88% hike in profits on strong sales of Switch (Fast Company) [0:35] It’s 2018, and the NES outsold the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One (VentureBeat) [0:41] Nintendo is closing in on 20 million Switch sales (Engadget) [0:43] Japan: Nintendo Switch Saves Video Game Console Market From 10 Year Decline (NintendoSoup) [0:49] Italy: Nintendo Switch Boxes Will Come With Small “Free” Fortnite Branding (My Nintendo News) [0:55] Nippon Professional Baseball Launching Splatoon 2 eSports League (Nintendo Life) [1:04] June 2018 NPD: Mario Tennis Aces serves up a smash hit for Nintendo (VentureBeat) [1:07] New Nintendo Labo kit is all about vehicles (Polygon) [1:20] Imagineer announces Fitness Boxing for Switch, Nintendo distributing overseas (Nintendo Everything) [1:22] Heads Up: You Can Preorder Subscriptions to Nintendo Switch Online (IGN) [1:25] Hedge Fund Manager Plotkin Takes a Hit as Nintendo Stock Surges (Bloomberg) [1:30] Shantae: Half-Genie Hero’s latest update lets you play in your jammies (Destructoid) [1:36] Surgeon Simulator heads to Nintendo Switch with new co-op mode (VG247) [1:39] Bendy and the Ink Machine headed to the Nintendo Switch this year (Perfectly Nintendo) [1:43] Taiko Drum Master for Switch and PS4 Confirmed for North America (USgamer) [1:46] Gal Metal physical edition detailed for North America (Gematsu) [1:49] Survival RPG Digimon Survive Is Part Fire Emblem, Part Visual Novel (GameSpot) Games [0:13] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:22] Super Smash Bros. for Wii U (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:07] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:20] Fitness Boxing (Nintendo Life Game Page) [1:30] Shantae: Half-Genie Hero (WayForward.com Game Page) [1:36] Surgeon Simulator (Official Site) [1:39] Bendy and the Ink Machine (Official Site) [1:43] Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n Fun (IGN Game Page) [1:46] Gal Metal (Official Site) [1:49] Digimon Survive (IGN Game Page) [1:56] Fortnite (Official Site) [2:11] WarioWare Gold (Nintendo.com Game Page)

Comic-Con, we meet again. We return from San Diego with impressions of the show and Nintendo’s showing, from the battlegrounds of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to the co-op experience of Captain Toad on Switch. We also go hands-on with Mega Man 11 and examine gaming’s growing pop culture takeover. Plus, we look beyond Comic-Con with a discussion of Nintendo’s lofty plan to release 20-30 Switch games every week and highlight some of the more interesting games among them. Do you think 20-30 games per week is too many? Sound off in the comment section below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Discussion: The Comic-Con 2018 Experience [0:12] WarioWare Gold introduces a horrible reality where Wario talks (Polygon) [0:18] Nintendo’s newest Smash Bros. game showcases its odd relationship with esports (The Washington Post) [0:23] EVO 2018 – Registration numbers per game revealed (GoNintendo) [0:46] ‘Monster Hunter’ Gets Animated Special in 2019 (Variety) [0:50] Pikachu Is The First Pokemon Funko Pop Figure (Siliconera) [0:57] E3 2018: Nintendo Exploring More Entertainment Partnerships Like Mario Movie (IGN) [0:59] Nintendo aiming for 20 to 30 Switch indie releases per week (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:02] Why Indies Continue To Thrive On The Switch (Kotaku Australia) [1:05] The Makers Of Nintendo’s Latest Hidden Gem Worry People Missed It (Kotaku) [1:!2] Warframe is coming soon to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:14] Warframe crossplay on Nintendo Switch? Developer says it’s ‘exploring all the options’ (TechRadar) [1:19] ‘Temtem’ is the massively multiplayer Pokemon game everyone wants, but without any Pokemon (BGR) [1:23] Smash Bros. Meets Basketball In Slam Land, Coming To Switch This August (Nintendo Life) [1:26] Yooka-Laylee is the latest guest fighter in Brawlout (Destructoid) [1:29] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update adds Link from Breath of the Wild (Polygon) [1:31] ‘Further updates’ planned for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo Wire) [1:37] Kirby Star Allies getting revamped Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards stages as part of the second free update (GoNintendo) Games [0:12] WarioWare Gold (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:18] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [0:27] Pokemon Let’s Go (Official Site) [0:30] Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Official Site) [0:35] Mega Man 11 (Official Site) [1:12] Warframe (Official Site) [1:19] Temtem (Official Kickstarter Page) [1:23] Slam Land (Official Site) [1:26] Brawlout (Official Site) [1:29] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Official Site) [1:37] Kirby Star Allies (Official Site)

Wimbledon and the World Cup might be giving you a real-world tennis and soccer fix, but what about on the video game side? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share impressions of two games that do exactly that: Mario Tennis Aces and atooi’s newest eShop title, Soccer Slammers. We also examine how Nintendo is pivoting the Switch through expanded marketing and product launches (a Disney Channel show?! Labo steering in Mario Kart?!), as well break down an unexpected post-E3 wave of third-party game news. Plus, we check in on Pokemon Go for its second anniversary, throw back to the 90s with Strikers 1945 impressions, and announce our E3 swag giveaway winner. What’s your take on Mario Tennis Aces? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, YouTube, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 timestamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:03] Nintendo and Disney are making a show dedicated to the Nintendo Switch (Business Insider) [0:12] Nintendo Labo now supports Mario Kart for cardboard racing (The Verge) [0:20] Nintendo brings Labo to the classroom (Toys ‘n’ Playthings) [0:21] ‘Cardboard’ Nintendo Switches to be won in Labo creativity contest (Destructoid) [0:23] Reggie Fils-Aime Sheds Light On The Future Of Switch And His Progress In Breath Of The Wild (Game Informer) [0:25] New 2DS XL Animal Crossing: New Leaf, Mario Kart 7, and Minecraft Editions announced for Japan (Gematsu) [0:32] Nintendo the third most-seen gaming industry brand on TV for June 2018 (GoNintendo) [0:33] Yo-Kai Watch Blasters: Red Cat Corps And White Dog Squad Headed West On September 7 (Siliconera) [0:35] Furukawa: We’re Considering A Successor To Nintendo 3DS (NintendoSoup) [0:38] Nintendo’s Share Price Falls Yet Again With A Lack Of Game Announcements Possibly To Blame (Nintendo Life) [0:42] Nintendo Expects No Problems With Switch Production to Hit 20 Million Shipments Target (DualShockers) [0:50] Carnival Games announced for Switch (Gematsu) [0:53] Mutant Football League comes to Nintendo Switch this fall (Polygon) [0:56] Skullgirls 2nd Encore coming to Switch (Gematsu) [1:02] Rumour: Telltale’s The Walking Dead shows up on retail store for Nintendo Switch (Destructoid) [1:05] Gamasutra – Report: Telltale is replacing its in-house engine with Unity (Gamasutra) [1:09] Namco Museum Arcade Pac combines two retro experiences for Switch (VentureBeat) [1:14] Nintendo Switch ‘Flip Grip’ Seeks Kickstarter Funding for Vertical-Mode Gaming (IGN) [1:21] New Nintendo CEO Furukawa Wants To Make Mobile Nintendo’s Third Pillar (NintendoSoup) [1:25] Pokemon Go has its most players since summer 2016 (VentureBeat) [1:28] How Pokemon Go Update’s New Trading And Friends Systems Work (GameSpot) [1:35] Pokemon Go Developer Shows Off New Augmented Reality Tech With Pikachu (Game Informer) Games [0:12] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:12] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Official Site) [0:32] Yo-Kai Watch Blasters: Red Cat Corps and White Dog Squad (Nintendo.com Game Pages) [0:50] Carnival Games (2K.com Game Page) [0:53] Mutant Football League: Dynasty Edition (Official Site) [0:56] Skullgirls 2nd Encore (Official Site) [1:02] The Walking Dead (Official Site) [1:09] Namco Museum Arcade Pac (Giant Bomb Game Page) [1:15] Strikers 1945 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:25] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:36] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:52] Soccer Slammers (Official Site)

It’s an E3 extravaganza! In this jam-packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re back from E3 2018 with hands-on impressions of Switch games big and small, from blockbusters like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Pokemon Let’s Go to third-party titles like Starlink: Battle for Atlas and Team Sonic Racing to indies like Killer Queen Black and Overcooked 2. Plus, we discuss the games that didn’t make it to the show floor and examine the changing face of the convention. Any good extravaganza also needs prices! Nintendo passed out all sorts of goodies at their booth, and we’ve compiled them into a special prize pack! Leave a comment below telling us your favorite news from E3 2018, and you could win a set of Mario Tennis Aces pin, a Smash Bros. logo pin, an “I Brought Mine!” Nintendo Switch pin, a Smash Bros. logo towel, and two Nintendo Switch cleaning cloths (all pictured below). The winner will be announced in our next episode, so make sure you don’t miss it by subscribing to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice, and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:03] Extra: A Trip to E3 2018 [0:23] Nintendo Direct: E3 2018 (YouTube.com) [0:27] How Nintendo approached E3 2018: quality, esports, and immediate gratification (VentureBeat) [0:29] Fortnite on the Nintendo Switch has already been downloaded 2M times (Polygon) [0:31] Fortnite PlayStation 4 gamers outraged over Switch cross-play issue (CNBC) [0:33] While Sony did nothing, Nintendo and Microsoft just embraced cross-play (CNET) [0:36] Nintendo on Whether Smash Bros. Ultimate is Just a Wii U Update: “It’s a Brand New Game Built From the Ground Up” (USgamer) [0:44] E3 2018: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Ridley, Inkling Amiibo Announced (IGN) [1:00] The Poke Ball Plus will come with a free Mew (Polygon) [1:11] Father And Grown Son Arrested After Pokemon Go Fight (Kotaku) [1:13] May NPD 2018: State of Decay’s second act chews its way to the top (VentueBeat) [1:14] Super Mario Party Will Feature Online Play With Friends, But Only For Minigames (Nintendo Life) [1:18] Nintendo’s Two-Switch Combo Is A Neat Digital Magic Trick (Kotaku) [1:22] Yoshi’s Switch game is now coming in 2019 (Polygon) [1:24] Nintendo doesn’t think Labo has reached its full potential yet (The Verge) [1:26] Here’s a $20 arcade cabinet made of cardboard and a Switch (Engadget) [1:29] E3 2018: Why Nintendo Sees Switch Online as the Virtual Console Successor (IGN) [1:31] Fortnite on Switch: you can use party chat without needing the ridiculous mobile app (VG247) [1:34] How Star Fox Joined Forces with Starlink: Battle for Atlas (Ubisoft Blog) [1:42] ‘Team Sonic Racing’ Dev on How Game Is Like ‘Overwatch,’ ‘Splatoon’’ (Variety) [1:49] Ninjala coming to Switch to chew bubblegum and kick ass (Destructoid) [1:57] Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition Confirmed For Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Life) [2:00] Grim Fandango Remastered coming to Switch (Nintendo Everything) [2:02] Nintendo expects Switch ports to arrive much sooner starting next year (The Verge) [2:11] Killer Queen Black Brings Arcade Action To Switch (Nintendo Life) [2:15] Overcooked 2 announced, coming this August (Polygon) [2:20] Co-op bomb disarming game Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes coming to Switch this summer (Nintendo Wire) [2:24] A Duel Hand Disaster: Trackher coming to Switch (GoNintendo) Games [0:29] Fortnite (Official Site) [0:36] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Official Site) [1:00] Pokemon Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee (Official Site) [1:14] Super Mario Party (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:22] Yoshi for Nintendo Switch (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:24] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:34] Starlink: Battle for Atlas (Official Site) [1:42] Team Sonic Racing (Official Site) [1:49] Ninjala (Official Site) [1:57] Tales of Vesparia: Definitive Edition (IGN Game Page) [2:00] Grim Fandango Remastered (Official Site) [2:11] Killer Queen Black (Official Site) [2:15] Overcooked 2 (Official Site) [2:20] Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes (Official Site) [2:24] A Duel Hand Disaster: Trackher (Official Site) Win all this official E3 swag by commenting below! (Click to enlarge photo) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on June 24, 2018 at 12:00 AM PDT and ends on July 6, 2018 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 the discretion of the Random Nintendo team and receive a prize pack containing a set of Mario Tennis Aces

The calm before the E3 storm isn’t so calm. From the reveals of Pokemon Let’s Go and Team Sonic Racing to new details on Mega Man 11 and confirmation of Paladans for Switch, we’ve got it all covered In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. Plus, we go hands-on with Mario Tennis Aces, examine what the oncoming free-to-play onslaught means for the future of the eShop, dream up our ideal Sonic The Hedgehog movie, and share impressions of Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. This is just the beginning of our E3 coverage! Stay tuned for photo galleries, hands-on impressions of Super Smash Bros. Switch in our next episode, and more. To make you don’t miss any of it, be sure to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo, where we’ll also be kicking off six straight weeks of giveaways the week after E3. You can also subscribe to the podcast directly on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:04] Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu And Eevee: Everything You Need To Know (GameSpot) [0:13] Pokemon 2019 Release Window Confirmed, Features New Pokemon and Enhanced Graphics (IGN) [0:15] The Pokemon Company Made 80 Million Dollars Last Year (NintendoSoup) [0:20] Pokemon boss Junichi Masuda on keeping hardcore players happy, borrowing from Pokemon Go, and Let’s Go’s story (Eurogamer.net) [0:29] Eevee’s starring role in Pokemon: Let’s Go was inspired by fan art (The Verge) [0:32] Team Sonic Racing announced for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Gematsu) [0:38] ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Movie to Star James Marsden (Hollywood Reporter) [0:49] Mega Man 11 coming this October alongside a new amiibo (Polygon) [1:00] Mega Man 11 amiibo announced (Nintendo Wire) [1:02] The latest E3 leak suggests Switch versions of Fortnite and Dragon Ball FighterZ (Destructoid) [1:07] Paladins comes to Switch next week, supports cross-play with Xbox One (VG247) [1:13] Tencent Announces Summer Switch Closed Beta for Arena of Valor (GoNintendo) [1:16] Nintendo Switch eShop Updated to Enhance Game Discovery (IGN) [1:20] Nintendo’s Share Value Plunges Amid Reports That ‘Quality Of Life’ Project Is Dead (Nintendo Life) [1:25] Legendary New Nintendo 2DS XL system coming exclusively to GameStop stores on July 2 (Nintendo Official Site) [1:43] Mario Tennis Aces update adding local wireless multiplayer for Swing Mode in September (Nintendo Everything) [1:45] Mario Tennis Aces – New trailer features tennis star Rafael Nadal (GoNintendo) Games [0:04] Pokemon Let’s Go (Official Site) [0:32] Team Sonic Racing (Official Site) [0:49] Mega Man 11 (Official Site) [1:07] Paladins (Official Site) [1:13] Arena of Valor (Official Site) [1:26] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:47] Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Official Site)

Whether it’s to a beat as CommanderVideo or rumors of Star Fox and Pokemon grandeur, sometimes you just need to run with it. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re doing exactly that with impressions of Runner3 and our takes on the Star Fox: Grand Prix and Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee rumors. Plus, we discuss whether leaks themselves are good or bad, a slew of official game news from Go Vacation to Resident Evil 7: Cloud Edition, and hands-on impressions of the upcoming Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido. Which rumor are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games in this episode. Each link also includes a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] Rumour: Retro Studios Working On Star Fox: Grand Prix For Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Insider) [0:06] Rumor – Another round of info on StarFox Grand Prix (GoNintendo) [0:19] Nintendo announces ticket reservation system to play Super Smash Bros. for Switch at E3 2018 (Gematsu) [0:33] Pokemon Switch rumors leave fans guessing about the next game (Polygon) [0:43] Discussion: Are Leaks Good or Bad? [0:54] No plans to bring any aspect of Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII to Switch (GoNintendo) [0:57] Job listing points to Iron Galaxy porting Fortnite to Switch (Gamereactor) [1:00] Nintendo Bans Online Services For Prominent Hacker’s Switch Console (Nintendo Life) [1:02] Go Vacation port for Nintendo Switch launching in July (Polygon) [1:09] You can try Mario Tennis Aces early for free (CNET) [1:12] Capcom is bringing Resident Evil 7 to Switch… by streaming it (The Verge) [1:21] Mario + Rabbids’ Donkey Kong story expansion is coming in June (Eurogamer.net) [1:26] April NPD 2018: God of War is the big daddy (VentureBeat) [1:33] UPS may actually release their Nintendo Labo Toy-Con-Tainer to the public (GoNintendo) [1:36] Ariana Grande, Jimmy & The Roots Sing “No Tears Left to Cry” w/ Nintendo Labo Instruments (YouTube) [1:38]Nintendo offers dockless Switch in Japan (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:41] Nintendo is bringing back the NES Classic on June 29th (The Verge) [1:43] Nintendo Files Trademark for N64, Adding More Fuel to the Mini Console Hype (IGN) Games [1:02] Go Vacation (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:06] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:12] Resident Evil 7 (Official Site) [1:21] Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle (Official Site) [1:32] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:45] Runner3 (Official Site) [1:57] Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido (Official Site)

News: sometime it’s good, sometimes it’s bad. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, some of it is downright puzzling as we break down the confirmed features of Nintendo Switch Online and the surprise 14-month-late release of Monster Hunter on Switch. We cover plenty of good news too, including what the Smash Bros. Invitational’s player roster may mean for the game as whole, Nintendo’s new all-in approach to mobile, and a bevy of third-party announcements. Plus, we share our impressions of crazy Switch physics platformer Clustertruck and discuss how difficulty can make or break a game like Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. What do you think of Nintendo’s plans for the Switch Online service? Let us know in the comments below, and we may feature your thoughts in our next episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Nintendo shares new details about its Nintendo Switch Online service coming in September (Nintendo.com) [0:25] Virtual Console Is Not Coming To Switch, Nintendo Says (Kotaku) [0:30] Nintendo’s $20 charging stand finally fixes the Switch’s kickstand problem (TechCrunch) [0:38] Splatoon news coming in June will ‘shock the world’ (Destructoid) [0:42] Super Smash Bros. E3 Invitational Lineup Includes Top Smash 4 & Melee Players (Shacknews) [0:50] Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ended March 2018 – Q&A (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:55] Nintendo’s new chief sees $1B future in mobile gaming (CNET) [0:56] How Pokemon Go Fest 2018 Will Avoid the Problems of Last Year (IGN) [1:04] ‘Monster Hunter: Generations Ultimate’ arrives on Switch August 28th (Engadget) [1:10] Crossover fighting game Blade Strangers will bring together Binding of Isaac, Cave Story and more (Polygon) [1:12] Nicalis announces crossover puzzle fighting game Crystal Crisis for Switch (Gematsu) [1:16] Ikaruga is coming to Nintendo Switch with vertical scrolling support (VG247) [1:20] Disco Dodgeball Remix for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PS4 (Polygon) [1:23] Battlezone Gold Edition Brings Glorious Tank Warfare To Switch This Summer (Nintendo Life) [1:26] Minecraft for the Switch is getting cross-play with PC, Xbox One, and smartphones on June 21st (The Verge) Games [0:42] Super Smash Bros. Switch (Official Site) [0:56] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:04] Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate (Official Site) [1:10] Blade Strangers (Official Site) [1:12] Crystal Crisis (Giant Bomb Game Page) [1:16] Ikaruga (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:20] Disco Dodgeball Remix (Official Site) [1:23] Battlezone: Gold Edition (Official Site) [1:26] Minecraft (Official Site) [1:30] Clustertruck (Official Site) [1:40] Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Official Site)

Ready, set, fold! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we literally go hands-on with the Switch’s cardboard wunderkind, Nintendo Labo. We also dive deep into the news and numbers of Nintendo’s year-end financial briefing, examining the company’s plans for Switch’s second year, their shifting mobile game strategy, and the surprise retirement of president Tatsumi Kimishima. Plus, we discuss the rise of battle royale games and the perks of gaming beyond the Switch. Have you entered the fold of Labo? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 so you can easily find the segments that most interests you. Enjoy! News [0:03] Discussion: Nintendo Labo Impressions [0:18] Eight Crazy Custom Nintendo Labo Creations (Digital Trends) [0:27] UK Schools Want To Bring The Cardboard Creativity Of Nintendo Labo Into The Classroom (Nintendo Life) [0:29] Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ended March 2018 [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:30] Nintendo Switch drives staggering 500 percent profit jump (The Verge) [0:36] Kirby Star Allies crushes the series’ debut month sales record (VentureBeat) [0:52] Splatoon 2’s new Splatfest is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-themed (Polygon) [0:57] Nintendo outlines plans for E3 2018 (Nintendo.com) [1:03] Nintendo And Game Freak’s Latest Patent Hints At A New Direction For Pokemon On Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:09] Wave Race Producer Teases Series Revival For Switch (Fandom) [1:15] 16 Promising New Battle Royale Games Coming Out in 2018 (IGN) [1:22] RUMOR: Call of Duty ‘Battle Royale’ Coming to Nintendo Switch (Gaming INTEL) [1:26] Sources: There are No Current Plans to Bring Fortnite Battle Royale to the Switch (USgamer) [1:29] Pocket Rumble on Switch lives, was playable at EGX Rezzed (Nintendo Wire) [1:32] Sonic Mania Plus upgrade for original Sonic Mania players to cost $4.99 (Nintendo Everything) [1:38] Nintendo Announces Mobile Game Partnership With Cygames, Co-Developing RPG Dragalia Lost (GameInformer.com) [1:43] Video game loot boxes are now considered criminal gambling in Belgium (Ars Technica) [1:47] Sales increase for amiibo figures during the last fiscal year (Nintendo Wire) [1:50] Nintendo Promises Support for the 3DS Through 2019 and Beyond (IGN) [1:56] Nintendo Hands Switch Over to Famicom-Generation President (Bloomberg) [2:05] Discussion: Life with a Switch and PS4 Games [0:03] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [0:36] Kirby Star Allies (Official Site) [0:38] Mario Tennis Aces (Official Site) [1:22] Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 (IGN Game Page) [1:29] Pocket Rumble (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:32] Sonic Mania Plus (Official Site) [1:39] Dragalia Lost (Official Japanese Site)

The clues has been gathered, the evidence has been analyzed, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we bring you our full conclusions. Of what, you ask? Impressions of Detective Pikachu for 3DS, the growing role of nostalgia in Switch’s success, and the first hints of what’s to come at E3 2018. Plus, we discuss the latest batch of Nindie game announcements, revisit Rocket League on Switch, and share Nintendo tales from Australia. And to think, we did it all without the assistance of a hat-wearing, coffee-loving, talking Pikachu. What do you think of Detective Pikachu? Leave a comment below and let us know! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:01] Discussion: Gaming Tales from Australia  [0:04] Pokemon Go is introducing new story missions and daily quests (The Verge) [0:13] Nintendo hosts Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018, Splatoon 2 World Championship tournaments (Nintendo.com) [0:22] Nintendo Has Filed A Mysterious Patent For Amiibo-Style NFC Cards (Nintendo Life) [0:30] Nintendo Teams Up With VC Fund to Find New Tech for Switch (Bloomberg) [0:32] Nintendo’s Shinya Takahashi says Nintendo is “researching new console hardware” (GoNintendo) [0:34] Firewatch heads to Nintendo Switch this spring (Polygon) [0:35] Double Cross is the new Switch game from the Runbow developer (Destructoid) [0:38] PixelJunk Monsters 2 Is Finally Happening, And It’s Coming to Switch (USgamer) [0:47] Horizon Chase Turbo planned for Switch (Nintendo Everything) [0:50] Jackbox Party Pack 5 announced; will include new version of You Don’t Know Jack (Nintendo Wire) [0:54] Keep Your Ship Together! Catastronauts Blasts On To Switch Later This Year (GoNintendo) [1:02] Local multiplayer game Battery Jam coming to Switch (Gematsu) [1:05] Switch’s Success Means A Changing Nintendo (Kotaku) [1:07] Chicken Wiggle Workshop Kickstarter officially funded (GoNintendo) [1:09] Two Million Copies of Shovel Knight Sold!! (Yacht Club Games) [1:12] SNK Anniversary Collection coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:15] NIS America Says Nintendo Is Very Supportive And Are Looking To Bring More Games To Nintendo Switch (My Nintendo News) [1:18] Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 and 2 Release Date Revealed (IGN) [1:20] Mega Man Cartoon By DHX Gets New Promo Art And Summary (Siliconera) [1:28] Classic Sega Genesis, Master System games coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:33] Sega Reveals Shenmue 1 & 2 Remaster, But It’s Skipping Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:34] Nintendo UK online store has listing for Spyro Reignited Trilogy (GoNintendo) [1:38] Dragon Quest XI for Switch delay due to outdated Unreal Engine 4 (Gematsu) Games [0:04] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [0:34] Firewatch (Official Site) [0:35] Double Cross (Official Site) [0:38] PixelJunk Monsters 2 (Official Site) [0:47] Horizon Chase Turbo (Official Site) [0:50] Jackbox Party Pack 5 (Official Site) [0:54[ Catastronauts (Official Site) [1:02] Battery Jam (Official Site) [1:07] Chicken Wiggle Workshop (Official Site) [1:09] Shovel Knight (Official Site) [1:12] SNK 40th Anniversary Collection (Official Site) [1:18] Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 & 2 (Official Site) [1:24] Sega Ages [1:34] Spyro Reignited Trilogy (Official Site) [1:38] Dragon Quest XI (Official Site) [1:42] Detective Pikachu (Official Site) [1:58] Rocket League (Official Site)

This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has a lot of heart. Whether it’s Kirby throwing hearts to turn enemies into friends or just a game with heart right in its name, we mean it in the most literal sense with impressions of Kirby Star Allies and the eShop-exclusive Castle of Heart. The lovefest extends to upcoming games too, as we round up indie news big and small from the Game Developers Conference and its corresponding Nindies Showcase, plus evaluate the current state of the eShop. All that, along with a wishlist of forgotten Nintendo franchises we’d love to see on Switch, await in Episode 173! Which “Nindies” are you most excited to play? Let us know in the comments and we may highlight them in a future episode.  If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, the links below provide more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each also lists a corresponding time stamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:02] Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Spring 2018 (YouTube) [0:04] Lumines Remastered will turn your Switch JoyCons into trance vibrators (Eurogamer.net) [0:10] Power A Releasing Zelda and Mario-Themed Switch Wired Controllers (GoNintendo) [0:12] Reaction-based bass blaster Just Shapes & Beats coming to Switch (Destructoid) [0:18] Pool Panic Turns A Cartoon World Into A Pool Table, And It’s Coming To Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:21] Fantasy Strike fighting game is heading to Switch (Polygon) [0:32] The Messenger sleuthes onto Switch (Nintendo Wire) [0:36] Light Fall Is Limbo Meets Celeste And Its Headed Straight For Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:47] Little Inferno devs reveal ‘incredible road trip’ adventure Welcome To The Information Superhighway (Rock, Paper, Shotgun) [0:49] Runner3 launches May 22 (Gematsu) [0:50] ‘Hyper Light Drifter’ is another indie game coming to Switch (Engadget) [0:53] Crab Battles Get Turned Into A Real Video Game (Kotaku) [0:55] Futuristic combat racer GRIP coming to PS4, Xbox One, and Switch in 2018 (Gematsu) [0:57] Nintendo Hits Milestone as Download Sales Exceed Packaged Goods, eShop Improvements Incoming (USgamer) [0:59] Indie veterans on the state of indie games on Nintendo Switch versus Steam (PC Gamer) [1:13] Discussion: What defines a “Gamer” [1:22] February NPD 2018: Monster Hunter repeats as top game in the U.S. (VentureBeat) [1:54] Discussion: Nintendo franchises that deserve a Switch revival Games [0:04] Lumines Remastered (Official Site) [0:12] Just Shapes & Beats (Official Site) [0:18] Pool Panic (Official Site) [0:21] Fantasy Strike (Official Site) [0:32] The Messenger (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:35] Light Fall (Official Site) [0:49] Runner3 (Official Site) [0:50] Hyper Light Drifter (Official Site) [0:53] FightCrab (Nintendo Life Game Page) [0:55] Grip (Official Site) [1:05] Embers of Mirrim (Official Site) [1:30] Castle of Heart (Official Site) [1:38] Kirby Star Allies (Official Site)

Nintendo Direct. Those two words sum up everything there is to know about this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast as we dive deep into the latest showcase. From Smash to Crash, Switch to 3DS, we weigh in on all the reveals, teases, and everything in between. Plus, we discuss other third-pary announcements and share impressions of Switch’s Bridge Constructor Portal and Toki Tori 2+. What was your favorite Nintendo Direct announcement? Let us know in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve included links below for information on the news and game discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to locate the segments most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:03 -2:03] Nintendo Direct 3.8.2018 (Nintendo.com) [0:09] Nintendo teases Smash Bros. for Switch, coming this year (The Verge) [0:22] Nintendo NY – Crowd reaction to Smash Bros. Switch reveal (GoNintendo) [0:32] Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion Announced (IGN) [0:40] Japan’s latest Splatfest is sponsored by Nike (Nintendo Wire) [0:44] Mario Tennis Aces launches this June on Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [0:54] Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido coming to Switch, launches June 8 (Gematsu) [0:59] ‘Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker’ heads to Nintendo Switch and 3DS (Engadget) [1:04] Crash Bandicoot trilogy coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [1:17] ‘Little Nightmares Complete Edition’ Coming To Switch In May (Rolling Stone) [1:19] Super Mario Cereal now for sale without the amiibo functionality (Destructoid) [1:20] Praise The Sun, It’s A Dark Souls Amiibo (Kotaku) [1:24] Okami HD coming to Nintendo Switch this summer (Capcom-Unity.com) [1:26] Switch exclusive mode available in Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Nintendo Wire) [1:32] GameMaker Studio 2 Comes To Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:37] Phantasy Star Online 2: Cloud Announced For Switch In 2018 In Japan (Siliconera) [1:39] Sega announces Sonic Mania Plus, hints at new Sonic “racing” game (Ars Technica) [1:48] Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.’s Journey announced for 3DS (Gematsu) [1:52] Luigi’s Mansion Head-to-Head Comparison (3DS vs GameCube Graphics) (GameXplain’s YouTube) [1:56] WarioWare Gold Is Coming to 3DS With 300 Mini-Games (IGN) [2:01] Dillon Dead-Heat Breakers Coming to 3DS May 24 (GameInformer.com) Games [0:09] Super Smash Bros. Switch (Official Site) [0:32] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [0:44] Mario Tennis Aces (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:54] Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:59] Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Official Site) [1:04] Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy (Official Site) [1:17] Little Nightmares: Complete Edition (Official Site) [1:20] Dark Souls Remastered (Official Site) [1:24] Okami HD (Official Site) [1:26] Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Official Site) [1:35] Undertale (Official Site) [1:37] Phantasy Star Online Cloud 2 (IGN Game Page) [1:39] Sonic Mania Plus (Official Site) [1:48] Mario + Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr’s Journey (Nintendo.com Game) [1:52] Luigi’s Mansion (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:56] WarioWare Gold (Nintendo.com Game Page) [2:01] Dillion’s Dead-Heat Breakers (Nintendo.com Game Page) [2:04] Bridge Constructor Portal (Official Site) [2:10] Toki Tori 2+ (Official Site)

The holidays are always a busy time, and sometimes it’s nice to just take a break and listen to a couple guys talk about Nintendo. Those holidays, by the way, are Pokemon Day and Mario Day. And in this Random Nintendo Podcast episode sandwiched between them, we discuss both, along with the Switch’s first anniversary and three trends we noticed over the past year. We also highlight upcoming eShop games worth keeping an eye on, plus share impressions of Sky Force Reloaded, Xeodrifter, and HAL Laboratory’s first-ever mobile game, Part Time UFO. How was your first year with the Switch? Let us know in the comments below and we may highlight it next episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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!  News [0:02] Have a Happy Pokémon Day! (Pokemon.com) [0:03] Pikachu Talk skill brings adorable Pokemon voice to Echo, Google Home (SlashGear) [0:09] Report: Fire Emblem Heroes pulled in nearly $300M during first year (Gamasutra) [0:10] Super Mario to Star at Bloomingdale’s This Spring (WWD) [0:17] Nintendo Switch Is Resetting Play Times After One Year (GameSpot) [0:20] January NPD 2018: Monster Hunter even slays beasts like Call of Duty and PUBG (VentureBeat) [0:24] Why Ubisoft Is Obsessed With ‘Games As A Service’ (Kotaku) [0:32] Doom gets motion controls on the Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [0:46] Mario Odyssey Players Are Breaking The New Balloon Mode (Kotaku) [0:52] Payday 2 on Nintendo Switch is an old build, over 8 months behind PC (VG247) [0:59] Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy for Switch Coming West (IGN) [1:02] ‘Mega Man Legacy Collection’ is headed to Nintendo Switch May 22 (Engadget) [1:06] How Switch’s success is impacting devs in the game porting biz (Gamasutra) [1:12] Nintendo Adds User Reviews, Immediately Pulls Them (Kotaku) [1:18] Discussion: eShop Games to Watch Games [0:07] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [0:32] DOOM (Official Site) [0:46] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [0:52] Payday 2 (Official Site) [0:59] Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy (IGN Game Page) [1:02] Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 & 2 (Official Site) [1:19] Manticore: Galaxy on Fire (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:23] Trailblazers (Official Site) [1:27] Demascus Gear: Operation Tokyo (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:29] Away: Journey to the Unexpected (Official Site) [1:33] Castle of Heart (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:37] A Normal Lost Phone (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:40] Metropolis Lux: Obscura (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:43] The Long Reach (Official Site) [1:49] Sky Force Reloaded (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:55] Xeodrifter (Nintendo.com Game Page) [2:04] Part Time UFO (Official Site)

Prepare for a podcast that reaches new heights in the most literal of ways. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we trudge up the treacherous yet rewarding mountain of Switch indie game Celeste to bring you our full impressions, plus take new Nintendo arcade racer Cruis’n Blast for a spin. We also round up a slew of Switch game rumors, from the possibility of Pokemon this year to the secret developer of Metroid Prime 4, as well as discuss the potential of Switch Online, the latest on Nintendo Labo, and more. What do you want to see from Switch Online? Let us know in the comments below and we may highlight your thoughts next episode! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Nine Months Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending March 2018 – Q&A [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:07] Nintendo Teases The “Appealing” Benefits Of Switch’s Online Membership (GameSpot) [0:09] A New Job Posting Fuels Speculation About a 2018 Release for the Pokemon Switch Game (ComicBook.com) [0:25] Yes, Bandai Namco is working on Metroid Prime 4 (Eurogamer.net) [0:43] Nintendo Accounts can now be used to play games that are not published by Nintendo (GoNintendo) [0:46] Report: Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 coming this year (update) (Polygon) [0:49] Toy Maker Zappies Claim New Sonic Racing Game for 2018 (The Sonic Stadium) [1:08] De Blob Remastered for Nintendo Switch Announced (IGN) [1:09] THQ Nordic acquires Deep Silver, meaning Saints Row is back at THQ (Polygon) [1:19] Atari Seeking to Crowdfund Roller Coaster Tycoon on Switch (Nintendojo) [1:24] Nintendo Labo Variety Kit and Robot Kit detailed in new videos (Polygon) [1:36] Nintendo’s Miyamoto explains how Illumination won Mario movie rights (GamesBeat) [1:39] Nintendo Selects – Mario, Link, and Pikachu commercials (GoNintendo) Games [0:09] Pokemon for Nintendo Switch (IGN Game Page) [0:25] Metroid Prime 4 (IGN Game Page) [1:08] De Blob (THQ Nordic Game Page) [0:48] Call of Duty (Official Site) [1:06] Godzilla Destroy All Monsters Melee (Giant Bomb Game Page) [1:24] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:52] Cruis’n Blast (Raw Thrills Game Page) [2:00] Celeste (Official Site) [2:02] The End is Nigh (Official Site)

The US had its State of the Union; now it’s time for Nintendo to have one of its own. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we break down all the big news and numbers from Nintendo’s latest financial report/briefing. From the runaway success of Switch and what’s next for its indie scene to the surprise announcements of Mario Kart Tour and a new Mario movie, you’ll find plenty of analysis on how Nintendo did and what it’ll do next. Plus, we share impressions of Rocket League and Max: The Curse of Brotherhood on Switch. What do you want to see out of the new Mario movie? What about Mario Kart Tour? Tell us in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, the links below provide more information 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 [0:01 – 1:52] Nine Months Financial Results Briefing for Fiscal Year Ending March 2018 [PDF] (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:02] Nintendo is bringing Mario Kart to your phone (CNET) [0:21] Miitomo is shutting down in May (Polygon) [0:28] The Nintendo Switch’s Online Service Will Launch In September (Kotaku) [0:34] The Nintendo Switch has already outsold the Wii U (The Verge) [0:48] Latest ARMS update brings Gallery feature, Tournament Mode, and more (Destructoid) [0:57] Devs increasingly supporting Switch – Survey (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:00] Whine & Dine with Watsham – A Discussion of Mutant Mudds Switch Sale (Jools Watsham’s Blog) [1:10] How Nindies Are Core to Nintendo Switch’s Current and Future Success (IGN) [1:13] World of Goo developer Tomorrow Corporation announces 7 Billion Humans for Switch and PC (Eurogamer.net) [1:17] Stick Fight: The Game heading to Switch (Nintendo Everything) [1:23] Surreal duck-based boxing game Pato Box coming to Switch (Destructoid) [1:26] The Switch Joy-Con’s Infrared Sensor Is Cooler Than We Thought (Kotaku) [1:29] Nintendo Labo Toy-Con Garage lets you make your own custom playthings (Polygon) [1:34] GREE announces Fishing Star for Switch (Gematsu) [1:36] Discussion: 3DS Sales [1:42] SNES Classic Sells 4 Million Units (GameSpot) [1:46] Nintendo confirms it’s working on a Mario movie with the studio behind Minions (The Verge) [1:53] Rocket League is getting a resolution bump on Nintendo Switch this spring (VG247) Games [0:02] Mario Kart Tour (IGN Game Page) [0:21] Miitomo (Official Site) [0:48] ARMS (Official Site) [1:00] Mutant Mudds Collection (Official Site) [1:13] 7 Billion Humans (Official Site) [1:17] Stick Fight: The Game (Official Site) [1:23] Pato Box (Official Site) [1:26] Nintendo Labo (Official Site) [1:34] Fishing Star [1:53] Rocket League  (Official Site) [2:04] Max: The Curse of Brotherhood (Nintendo.com Game Page)

Cardboard. It’s one topic we never thought we’d discuss on the Random Nintendo Podcast, yet here we are in Episode 168 doing exactly that with coverage of all things Nintendo Labo. From what you can expect on day one to how Nintendo’s history got us here, we dive deep into Switch’s surprising new DIY experience. If traditional games are more your thing, we’ve also got you covered with a full breakdown of the latest Nintendo Direct Mini and a look at what’s next for 3DS with Detective Pikachu. Plus, we examine Nintendo’s December sales performance. What do you think of Nintendo Labo? Leave a comment below and tell us. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 lists a corresponding time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01 – 0:42] Nintendo Labo combines the magic of Nintendo Switch with the fun of DIY creations (Nintendo.com) [0:10] Nintendo Labo Impressions from The Guardian, The Telegraph, and The Verge [0:20] Labo’s Cardboard Revolution Adds Almost $1.4 billion To Nintendo’s Value (Nintendo Life) [0:22] Nintendo Paper Model series – Introduction (beforemario.com) [0:27] Throwback: Updated Nintendo Patent For Modular, Customisable Control Options Gives Another Spin on NX Reports (Nintendo Life) [0:36] Reggie leaves the door open to more gameplay possibilities and third-party support with Nintendo Labo (Nintendo Everything) [0:43 – 1:55] Nintendo Direct Mini 1.11.2018 (Nintendo.com) [0:44] Game Companies Respond To Nintendo Of America’s “Troll” Tweet, And They’re Awesome (ComicBook.com) [0:47] Dark Souls is coming to Nintendo Switch (Polygon) [0:51] The World Ends With You Is Getting A Nintendo Switch Release (GameSpot) [0:56] The Women Of SNK Get Their Own Fighting Game (Kotaku) [1:03] ‘Scribblenauts’ returns with a party game for consoles (Engadget) [1:09] Mario Tennis Aces Announced for Nintendo Switch (IGN) [1:17] Kirby Star Allies Coming To Switch In March (GameInformer.com) [1:31] Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Hyrule Warriors Coming to Nintendo Switch (IGN) [1:38] Two waves of Pokken Tournament DX DLC hitting real soon (Destructoid) [1:47] Super Mario Odyssey gets free Balloon World mode, new outfits in Feb update (VG247) [1:56] Crack the Case with Detective Pikachu! (Pokemon.com) [2:01] Three Classic Nintendo 3DS Games are Now Only $19.99 Each (GoNintendo) [2:05] Nintendo hardware sold a combined 2.6M units in December alone (Gamasutra) [2:07] December NPD 2017: Nintendo Switch leads a $3.29 billion month (VentureBeat) Games [0:01] Nintendo Labo (Official Site)  [0:43] Dark Souls: Remastered (IGN Game Page) [0:47] The World Ends With You: Final Remix (IGN Game Page) [0:56] SNK Heroines ~ Tag Team Frenzy ~ (Official Site) [1:03] Scribblenauts Showdown (Official Site) [1:09] Mario Tennis Aces (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:17] Kirby Star Allies (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:22] Yoshi for Nintendo Switch (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:27] Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:31] Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:38] Pokken Tournament DX (Official Site) [1:47] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [1:56] Detective Pikachu (Pokemon.com Game Page)

There’s no better way to ring in the new year than with something new. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we do just that by venturing into the worlds of virtual reality and, um, breakfast foods with a test drive of Mario Kart Arcade GP VR (straight from Japan!) and a taste test of Kellogg’s Super Mario Cereal (straight from… its box?). We also hop on the Nintendo Direct hype train to cast our announcement predictions, discuss Angel’s gaming adventures in Japan, and share impressions of Switch fighter Brawlout and the 3DS’s upcoming Kirby: Battle Royale. Plus, we announce our SNES Classic giveaway winner! What do you want to see in the next Nintendo Direct? Tell us your predictions in the comment section below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:02] Discussion: Tales from Japan + Mario Kart VR Impressions [0:29] Taste Test: Super Mario Cereal [0:39] Amazon Lists And Removes 18 Placeholder Listings For Nintendo Switch Titles (Siliconera) [0:42] Nintendo Switch Is Now The US’s All-Time Fastest-Selling Console (GameSpot) [0:43] Nintendo Aiming to Sell 20 Million Switch Consoles Next Fiscal Year (IGN) [0:45] Nintendo confirms further Switch support from EA, Activision, Take2 and more (Nintendo Wire) [0:53] Nintendo is reportedly delaying 64GB game cartridges until 2019 (The Verge) [0:59] RUMOR – Konami bringing their WiiWare trilogy to Switch, and including a brand-new 4th title (GoNintendo) [1:00] Rumour: SNK Is Readying a New Switch Release for 2018 (Nintendo Life) [1:05] Kimishima: Switch games using HD Rumble and Joy-Con camera next year, started thinking about next console, much more (Nintendo Everything) [1:09] Nintendo on Why DLC Is a Good Fit for Switch (IGN) [1:26] RUMOR – Nintendo reaching out to press for permission to use Zelda: A Link Between Worlds review quotes (GoNintendo) [1:27] US: Rating For A Detective Pikachu Game Has Been Spotted (My Nintendo News) [1:46] Rivals of Aether heading to Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Wire) Games [0:19] Mario Kart Arcade GP VR (IGN Game Page) [0:59] Konami Rebirth Series (GiantBomb Game Page) [1:12] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [1:26] Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (Official Site) [1:27] Detective Pikachu (IGN Game Page) [1:30] Brawlout (Official Site) [1:46] Rivals of Aether (Official Site) [1:48] Kirby: Battle Royale (Official Site)

As one year ends, another begins. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Pocast, we look both ahead and back with news of what’s to come in 2018 and impressions of last-minute 2017 releases Crawl, Mutant Mudds Collection, and the final ARMS update. We also reflect on the year that was, from the success of the Switch to Nintendo’s big wave of licensed merchandise, plus share our Game of the Year picks. That’s not all, though! To help you start your new year off right, we’re also giving you a chance to win a Super NES Classic Edition! Simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite Nintendo ‘thing’ of 2017, be it a game, a moment, an event, or even just a bowl of Super Mario Cereal. We’ll share some of our favorites next episode and one lucky commenter will walk away with 21 classic SNES games, all in one tiny plastic package. To make sure you don’t miss it, follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and see you in 2018! News [0:04] Mini Metro Announced for Nintendo Switch Alongside New Teaser Trailer (DualShockers) [0:06] Rocket League Gets Physical Release Date on Switch (IGN) [0:15] Pokemon Crystal hits 3DS eShop Jan. 26 (Polygon) [0:20] Discussion: Switch’s Big February [0:25] Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 Coming to the Nintendo Switch with New Features (USgamer) [0:29] Street Fighter Collection Bundles 12 Games In One Release (Kotaku) [0:35] Square Enix Interested In Porting Classic Games To Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Insider) [0:43] Blossom Tales sells double the amount of units on Switch launch day vs. lifetime sales on Steam (Nintendo Everything) [0:49] The ARMS 5.0 update adds a bunch of new content—including a new fighter (Dot Esports) [1:13] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will get gardening, clothes crafting (Polygon) [1:18] Pokemon Go iOS update will deliver more advanced augmented reality thanks to ARKit (The Verge) [1:27] Nintendo Switch Has Sold 10 Million Units to Date (Variety) [1:30] Japan: After Eight Weeks Super Mario Odyssey Is The Best-Selling 3D Mario Title (My Nintendo News) [1:31] November NPD 2017: Call of Duty: WWII leads $2.7 billion month as sales are up 30% year-over-year (VentureBeat) [1:35] Super Mario Odyssey Sound Selection available on iTunes today (Destructoid) [1:39] Build-A-Bear’s Nintendo collection is an adorable take on Super Mario (Polygon) [1:44] Super Mario Cereal from Kellogg’s makes breakfast a playful experience (Nintendo.com) [1:53] Discussion: Games of the Year Games [0:04] Mini Metro (Official Site) [0:05] Rocket League (Official Site) [0:15] Pokemon Crystal Version (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:25] Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 Plus (IGN Game Page) [0:29] Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:49] ARMS (Official Site) [1:01] Crawl (Official Site) [1:10] Mutant Mudds Collection (Official Site) [1:13] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp (Official Site) [1:18] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:54] Rhythm Heaven Megamix (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:55] Metroid: Samus Returns (Official Site) [1:59] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [2:06] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Official Site) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on December 24, 2017 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on January 6, 2018 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. One (1) commenter will be chosen at the discretion of the Random Nintendo team and receive one (1) Super Nintendo Entertainment System; Super NES Classic Edition (MSRP $79.99). Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason. The winner will be chosen at random on January 7, 2018, announced in Episode 167 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

It’s a wild world out there, and sometimes you just need to sit back and roast marshmallows with an eagle, a squirrel, and an elephant. That’s the premise of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we examine what the game gets right snd wrong. We also dive deep into The Game Awards with a look at the biggest reveals, the online reactions to the show, and of course, all the Zelda and Bayonetta news. Plus, we discuss news from outside the show like Mega Man 11, share impressions of the Switch’s DOOM, RIVE: Ultimate Edition, and Worms W.M.D, and announce the winner of our big anniversary giveaway! Are you enjoying Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp? What did you think of The Game Awards? Leave your thoughts on any of the topics from this episode in a comment below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp to locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01 – 0:26] The Game Awards 2017 (YouTube.com) [0:09] EA Leak Gives Us A Glimpse At How Publishers Plan Marketing Campaigns (Kotaku) [0:19] Ryan Reynolds to Star in Pokemon Movie ‘Detective Pikachu’ (The Hollywood Reporter) [0:27] Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s 2nd DLC released — Link has a motorcycle! (Polygon) [0:33] Bayonetta 3 Revealed As Nintendo Switch Exclusive (GameSpot) [0:35] Platinum details new features added to Bayonetta 1 & 2 on Switch (GoNintendo) [0:41] Mega Man 11 announced for 2018 release (Polygon) [0:47] Capcom almost made Resident Evil amiibo (Nintendo Everything) [0:49] Limited Run Games Will Publish Physical Copies of Indie Titles On Switch Next Year (Nintendo Life) [0:49] Strictly Limited Is Resurrecting A Lost Classic From The Creator Of Wonder Boy On Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:55] Valve announces the return of Portal… via Bridge Constructor (Ars Technica) [0:58] The second launch of Yooka-Laylee (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:04] Boss fight action game Furi coming to Nintendo Switch (Destructoid) [1:18] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Has Made $10 Million So Far, One Third as Much as Fire Emblem Heroes at Launch (Sensor Tower) [1:21] Pokemon Go is getting dynamic real-world weather and 50 new Pokemon (The Verge) Games [0:27] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Official Site) [0:33] Bayonetta 3 (IGN Game Page) [0:35] Bayonetta 2 (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:41] Mega Man 11 (IGN Game Page) [0:55] Bridge Constructor Portal (IGN Game Page) [0:58] Yooka-Laylee (Official Site) [1:04] Furi (Official Site) [1:07] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp (Official Site) [1:21] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [1:25] DOOM (Official Site) [1:33] RIVE: Ultimate Edition (Official Site [1:40] Worms W.M.D (Official Site)

‘Tis the season to see a lot of family, and if you don’t want to be stuck talking politics with your crazy uncle, you’ll need something to do. Luckily, that’s where games come in! And in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re highlighting great ones for groups, both physical and virtual. This includes a podcast first as we venture into the world of Nintendo-themed board games with Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game. We also share impressions of new Switch titles worth gathering around, including Monopoly, Super Beat Sports, Inversus Deluxe, and Astro Duel Deluxe. Plus, we check out what’s new in Splatoon 2, ARMS, and Super Bomberman R, as well as discuss the loot box controversy and rumors of a Mario movie from the studio behind Minions. This episode also marks our sixth anniversary, and to celebrate, we’re hosting a massive giveaway! You can win all three physical games discussed in this episode – Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario: Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game – plus a $20 eShop gift card! To enter, simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite game to play with family during the holidays, be it a video game, board game, or something else entirely. The winner will be announced in our next episode, so make sure not to miss it by following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribing to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. Special thanks to USAopoly for providing us with the physical prizes. 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 so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:09] Nintendo is releasing a massive Splatoon 2 update in time for the holidays (The Verge) [0:17] ARMS’ Newest Update Adds A Spirit Fighter And A Splatfest-Like Event (Kotaku) [0:34] Big Nintendo Switch Super Bomberman R Update Out Now, Here’s What It Adds (GameSpot) [0:42] Mojang reconfirms new Switch version of Minecraft with cross-platform play will release in 2018 (GoNintendo) [0:47] EA caves again on ‘Star Wars’ game outrage, freaking out Wall Street (CNBC) [0:59] October 2017 NPD: Middle-earth: Shadow of War emerges with the One Ring (of top sales) (VentureBeat) [1:02] North America – Nintendo takes third spot for the industry in TV advertising spend for Oct. 2017 (GoNintendo) [1:04] Nintendo shares at new nine year high (Japanese Nintendo) [1:06] Minions Studio Reportedly Making Mario Bros. Movie, Shigeru Miyamoto Involved (IGN) Games [0:09] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [0:17] ARMS (Official Site) [0:34] Super Bomberman R (Official Site) [0:42] Minecraft (Official Site) [1:16] Inversus Deluxe (Official Site) [1:23] Astro Duel Deluxe (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:28] Super Beat Sports (Official Site) [1:37] Monopoly for Switch (Official Site) [1:43] Clue: The Legend of Zelda (USAopoly Game Page) [1:51] Super Mario Level Up! (USAopoly Game Page) [2:01] Super Mario Power Up Card Game (USAopoly Game Page) Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on November 26, 2017 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 8, 2017 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. One (1) commenter will be chosen at the discretion of the Random Nintendo team and receive the following prizes: one (1) copy of Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game, as well as well as 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 winner will be chosen at random on December 9, 2017, announced in Episode 165 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

Like a Goomba in a Mario hat and mustache, we’ve been captured by Super Mario Odyssey. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive deep into our in-progress playthroughs to examine what the Switch’s biggest game yet gets right, what it gets wrong, and everything in between. We also take a similar in-depth look at the news and numbers from Nintendo’s recent financial report, including a breakdown of all the key stats, the first hint of a casual-friendly future for Switch, and new updates that will keep evergreen titles like Splatoon 2 and ARMS afloat. Plus, we discuss how amiibo became the last toys-to-life brand standing and what’s next for 3DS. What do you think of Mario Odyssey so far? Leave a comment and let us know! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:03] Nintendo Switch drives 175% sales growth in past six months (VentureBeat) [0:07] Nintendo’s Game Plan to Level Up Switch Production (Wall Street Journal) [0:09 – 1:57] Six Months Financial Results Briefing for the 78th Fiscal Term Ending March 2018 and Q & A (Nintendo Investor Relations) [0:11] Kick off the holiday season with Mario and other popular Nintendo characters (Nintendo.com) [0:15] Switch Gets Special Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Explorer’s Edition (GameSpot) [0:22] Japan’s next Splatfest is a question of lemon (Destructoid) [0:30] Is something new for ARMS being teased on Twitter? (GameReactor UK) [0:40] Super Mario Odyssey Sells 2 Million Copies in 3 Days (IGN) [0:44] Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Direct – 11.7.2017 (YouTube) [0:46] Kimishima: More ways to have fun with Switch to be announced in 2018 (Nintendo Everything) [1:09] Nintendo Switch: comments from various publishers (Square-Enix, Bandai-Namco, Take-2, Marvelous, more) (Perfectly Nintendo) [1:22] Capcom Made A Lot Of Money Recently And Two Switch Games Helped (GameSpot) [1:23] Capcom Promises More Nintendo Switch Support, Including Ace Attorney Games (USgamer) [1:27] EA not committing to more Switch games (GamesIndustry.biz) [1:33] Nintendo is releasing a limited edition Ocarina of Time Zelda 2DS for Black Friday (The Verge) [1:37] ‘Super Mario Run’ isn’t as profitable as Nintendo would like (Engadget) [1:40] Pokemon Ultra Sun And Moon Bring Back Team Rocket, Lots Of Legendaries (GameSpot) [1:49] The sad, slow death of Lego Dimensions (Eurogamer.net) [1:55] Nintendo’s Reggie Fils-Aime on ‘Super Mario’ and Vans, Uniqlo deals (Mashable) Games [0:15] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Official Site) [0:22] Splatoon 2 (Official Site) [0:30] ARMS (Official Site) [0:44] Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (Official Site) [1:40] Pokemon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Official Site) [1:49] Lego Dimensions (Official Site) [1:58] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site)

We don’t normally theme episodes around holidays, but when we do, it’s Halloween. From a discussion of what makes horror games tick to the introduction of third-gen ghost Pokemon to Pokemon Go, this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has tricks up it sleeve. There’s also plenty of treats too as we weigh on surprises like the reveal of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, Switch’s 4.0 update, and the latest 3DS and Switch news. Plus, we go hands-on with Sonic Force’s new Japanese demo and break down Nintendo’s September sales. Have a favorite horror game? Tell us about it in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 timestamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:03] Animal Crossing Mobile Direct – 10.24.2017 (Nintendo.com) [0:15] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp trades two fan faves for in-game cash (Polygon) [0:20] Niantic Is “Working to Improve” Pokemon GO’s EX Raids Invitations (Twinfinite) [0:30] Pokemon Go’s Halloween event will bring new Pokemon, double candy, and more (TechCrunch) [0:31] Detective Pikachu Movie Rumored to Be Eyeing These Four Action Stars (IGN) [0:36] Nintendo Switch firmware 4.0 finally allows video capture (Destructoid) [0:41] Video: Jason Plays Star Wars Battlefront [0:43] Report: Switch Video Capture To Expand Beyond 30 Seconds In Future Update (Kotaku UK) [0:48] The Nintendo Switch Now Supports GameCube Controllers (Kotaku) [0:56] Mario Party: The Top 100 Has 3 Modes And amiibo Compatibility (Siliconera) [1:03] Kirby: Battle Royale gets a video overview for its abilities and modes, amiibo features detailed (Nintendo Wire) [1:06] September 2017 NPD: Destiny 2 outshoots NBA 2K18 for the top spot (VentureBeat) [1:16] Demo Impressions: Sonic Forces [1:26] New Nintendo Switch Ad Highlights Fall’s Big RPGs, Including Skyrim (GameSpot) [1:27] Shin Megami Tensei V Announced for Nintendo Switch (IGN) [1:28] Blazblue Cross Tag Battle confirmed for Switch (Perfectly Nintendo) [1:35] Sony is Publishing an Indie Title, Tiny Metal, on the Switch (Nintendo Life) [1:39] Report: Nintendo of America Clamps Down on Review Copies Following Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga Leak (USgamer) [1:48] Discussion: What Makes Horror Games Tick Games [0:03] Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp (Official Site) [0:20] Pokemon Go (Official Site) [0:56] Mario Party: The Top 100 (Official Site) [1:03] Kirby; Battle Royale (Official Site) [1:16] Sonic Forces (Official Site) [1:27] Shin Megami Tensei V (IGN Game Page) [1:28] BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle (IGN Game Page) [1:35] Tiny Metal

When a podcast is headlined by the Super NES, Star Fox 2, and a Nintendo World Championship, it’s hard to tell if it’s 2017 or the 90s. But rest assured, this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is as modern as they come. The show begins with an in-depth discussion of last week’s Nintendo World Championships and its news, including the next ARMS update and a final peek at Super Mario Odyssey. We then turn our attention to the real star of the show, the SNES Classic. We share impressions of the hardware, the software, and yes, the 21-years-in-the-making Star Fox 2. The impressions don’t stop there as we then dive into Switch’s SteamWorld Dig 2, Binaries, and the upcoming Spelunker Party. Plus, Jason accepts his fate for losing last episode’s Smash Bros. bet and licks three Switch cartridges back to back (complete with a video you can find below). What’s your favorite game in the SNES Classic library? And perhaps more importantly, what’s your stance on licking cartridges? Leave a comment and let us know! f you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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! News [0:05] Nintendo World Championships 2017 (YouTube) [0:14] Ito dethrones John Numbers in Nintendo World Championships (ESPN) [0:17] Nintendo World Championships 2017 grabs Disney XD’s highest eSports ratings of the year (GoNintendo) [0:18] ARMS Version 3.2 Trailer Shows Off ‘Badge Stash’ Achievements and Mysterious New Character (Nintendo Life) [0:35] Feature patch coming to Pokken Tournament DX soon (Vooks) [0:41] Super Bomberman R reveals new Grand Prix Mode, new characters (Nintendo Everything) [0:45] Free Slime-San DLC coming to Switch, includes FPS mode (Destructoid) [0:47] The Nintendo Switch indie gold rush (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:52] Jump Up, Super Star! – Super Mario Odyssey Musical (YouTube) [0:54] Mario journeys across the country to celebrate the launch of Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo.com) [0:56] Nintendo ups Switch supply to 2 million a month (DigiTimes) [0:58] Mutant Mudds Collection for Switch Announced (IGN) [1:05] The Mummy Demastered Debuts On October 24, 2017 (Siliconera) [1:08] Black Riddles Studios Wants to Give the Nintendo Switch Its First PUBG-Style Game (USgamer) [1:13] eBay Sold an SNES Classic Every 25 Seconds on Launch Day (Rolling Stone) [1:17] Discussion: SNES Classic Impressions Games [0:18] ARMS (Official Site) [0:35] Pokken Tournament DX (Official Site) [0:41] Super Bomberman R (Official Site) [0:45] Slime-san (Official Site) [0:52] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [0:58] Mutant Mudds Collection (IGN Game Page) [1:05] The Mummy Demastered (IGN Game Page) [1:08] Crazy Justice (Official Site) [1:26] Star Fox 2 (IGN Game Page) [1:37] Spelunker Party (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:42] SteamWorld Dig 2 (Official Site) [1:50] Binaries (Nintendo.com Game Page) Video: Jason Fulfills Last Episode’s Cartridge Licking Bet

Samus is back, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, she brought along a few friends: one’s a plumber, one throws light spears, and one is, um. a collection of party games. Specifically, we’re talking about Metroid: Samus Returns, Super Mario Run’s big 3.0 update, and Switch indies Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition and Use Your Words – all four of which we share impressions of in this very show. We also dive into the Switch’s runaway success and how it got this far, from learning from the Wii’s mistakes to what the future holds for the system. Plus, we shine a lot on a few Switch games worth watching in the months to come and tell tales of our harrowing SNES Classic launch day experience. What do you think of Metroid: Samus Returns? Share your thoughts on the big comeback, or any of the topics in this episode, in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. As always, we’ve also 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! News [0:02] Switch physical US software sales tracking ahead of Nintendo platforms since ’95 (GamesIndustry.biz) [0:05] The hidden ‘Golf’ game on Nintendo Switch may be a tribute to Iwata (Mashable) [0:15] Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is Switch’s best-selling non-Nintendo game (Eurogamer.net) [0:23] Nintendo Lifted to Outperform by Credit Suisse (Barron’s) [0:24] ‘Doom on Switch’ Runs at 30FPS, Multiplayer Download is 9 GB (Glixel) [0:27] FIFA 18 On Switch Lacks Online Multiplayer With Friends (Dot Esports) [0:33] Nintendo Switch Owners Really, Really Care About The Game Icons (Kotaku) [0:38] GTA 5 on Nintendo Switch Reveaked? Source who predicted LA Noire makes shock announcement (Express.co.uk) [0:42] Square Enix is trying to get full-fat Final Fantasy 15 on Nintendo Switch (Eurogamer.net) [0:50] Spelunker Party coming west for Switch and PC on October 19 (Gematsu) [0:53] Mantis Burn Racing Will Be Drifting Onto Nintendo Switch Soon (Nintendo Life) [1:00] Tak Fujii is back with Gal Metal, a drumming game for Nintendo Switch (Destructoid) [1;03] Nexon And Other Korean Developers Are Looking Into Supporting Nintendo Switch (NintendoSoup) [!:13] Unity issues are delaying the releases of Yooka-Laylee and Battle Chasers on Switch (VideoGamer.com) [1:15] Retailers promise more SNES Classic stock through holiday season, but don’t know when (Polygon) [1:26] Forever 21 Launches Exclusive Super Nintendo Capsule (Highsnobiety) [1:28] New Super Mario Run update to add Daisy, new mode and world (Polygon) [1:59] Rumor: Lichtspeer devs say Nintendo is working on an achievement system for Switch (GoNintendo) Games [0:24] DOOM (Official Site) [0:27] FIFA 18 (Official Site) [0:50] Spelunker Party! (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:53] Mantis Burn Racing (Official Site) [1:00] Gal Metal (GameSpot Game Page) [1:13] Yooka-Laylee (Official Site) [1:28] Super Mario Run (Official Site) [1:41] Metroid: Samus Returns (Official Site) [1:51] Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition (Official Site) [2:01] Use Your Words (Official Site)

Plumbers and Rabbids. DOOM and Nintendo. Mario and… his nipples? Sometimes the strangest pairings make for the best conversation. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we put that theory to the test with a deep dive into the latest Nintendo Direct and full impressions of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. We cover all the major third-party announcements, from analysis of Bethesda’s sudden star role on Switch to hands-on impressions of Square Enix’s upcoming Project Octopath Traveler. We also take a look at an assortment of surprises from Nintendo, including the return of Snipperclips, new 3DS games, and a glimmer of hope for those seeking a SNES Classic Edition. All that, plus discussion of the big ARMS update, ice cream, and yes, Mario’s nipples. What was your favorite announcement in last week’s Nintendo Direct? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. 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 timestamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy! News [0:01] Nintendo Direct – 9.13.2017 (Nintendo.com) [0:04] Nintendo Switch lands Doom and Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus (Ars Technica) [0:18] Nintendo Switch outsold Xbox One and PlayStation 4 again in August (VentureBeat) [0:21] L.A. Noire Announced for Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, VR Edition Revealed (IGN) [0:30] Oh Yes, Resident Evil Revelations Will Have Joy-Con Pointing and Waggling on Switch (Nintendo Life) [0:34] Rise of the Nindies? Indie devs discuss (Gamasutra) [0:40] Beware, Switch owners…the shovelware cometh (GoNintendo) [0:45] Demo ‘Project Octopath Traveler’ Right Now (Glixel) [0:55] Nicalis teases another round of Switch games (GoNintendo) [0:58] Runbow is coming to Nintendo Switch next year (Destructoid) [1:01] Arena of Valor for Switch Was One of the Biggest Nintendo Direct Reveals (USgamer) [1:08] Phantasy Star Online 2: Cloud is coming to Switch… in Japan (Eurogamer.net) [1:11] Snipperclips Plus: Cut It Out, Together! Coming November 10, 2017 (Siliconera) [1:15] Nintendo Launching Arcade Archives On Switch (GameInformer.com) [1:21] Thousands React to Mario’s Nipples in Super Mario Odyssey Promotion (Brandwatch) [1:34] Super Mario Odyssey’s new feature proves it was made for making memes (Polygon) [1:38] ARMS version 3 update now live with Lola Pop and button mapping (Nintendo Wire) [1:45] Mario Party: Top 100 Brings Together The Series’ Best Mini-Games For 3DS (GameSpot) [1:49] Kirby: Battle Royale announced for 3DS (Gematsu) [1;54] ‘Minecraft’ is available on Nintendo handhelds right now (Engadget) [1:58] Five things you missed from Japan’s Nintendo (Tiny Cartridge) [2:01] NES Classic Returning to Stores, SNES Classic Stock Increased (IGN) Games [0:04] DOOM (Official Site) [0:21] L.A. Noire (Official Site) [0:30] Resident Evil Revelations Collection (Official Site) [0:45] Project Octopath Traveler (Nintendo.com Game Page) [0:56] 90s Super GP (Official Site) [0:58] Runbow (Official Site) [1:01] Arena of Valor (Official Site) [1:11] Snipperclips Plus (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:18] Arcade Archives: Mario Bros. (IGN Game Page) [1:21] Super Mario Odyssey (Official Site) [1:38] ARMS (Official Site) [1:45] Mario Party: The Top 100 (Official Site) [1:49] Kirby: Battle Royale (Official Site) [1:54] Minecraft: New Nintendo 3DS Edition (Nintendo.com Game Page) [1:58] Dillon’s Heat Breakers [2:08] Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle (Official Site)