Nintendo Dispatch - Episodes Tagged with “Nintendo”

200: The End

soundbite.fm — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This is our final episode and we spend it answering listener questions, sharing our favorite games and Nintendo franchises, discussing our hopes for the future of Nintendo, and just chatting about our favorite moments from the past four years.

Enjoy this final episode and thank you all for the great ride!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

199: Pokemon Legends Update, Triangle Strategy Sales, More Sega Genesis Games Coming to NSO, and Hogwarts Legacy on Switch?!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode we discuss the recent 1.1.1 update for Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Triangle Strategy hitting 1 million episodes sold, three more Sega Genesis games being added to NSO, the possibility of Hogwarts Legacy on the Switch, more Nintendo controller patents, and Ocarina of Time being inducted into the video game hall of fame!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

198: NSO App Version 2.0, Switch Sales Back on Top, U.S. Super Nintendo World Confirmed for 2023, and the TMNT Cowabunga Collection!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This week we chat about the NSO App update, confirmation for Super Nintendo World coming to the US in 2023, and the TMNT Cowabunga Collection coming to the Switch!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

197: Switch Turns 5, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, More Switch-Pro Speculation, Kirby Demo, and Our Thoughts on the New NSO Mission and Rewards!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Happy Birthday, Nintendo Switch! This week we talk about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Nintendo suspending the eShop in Russia, Steam Deck Nintendo emulation videos being taken pulled from YouTube, MORE Switch-Pro speculation due to an Nvidia leak, the Kirby demo, and our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch Online missions and rewards. Enjoy!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

196: Nintendo Acquires SRD, Gamers Are Weak, GTA Trilogy Update, and Pokemon Presents!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

This week we discuss Nintendo's newest acquisition, gamers being lazy and weak, the GTA trilogy getting an update, AND the newest mainline Pokemon announced!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

195: 3DS and WiiU eShops Closing, New My Nintendo Store, Dont Talk About Switch Sports, Nintendo Hacker Gets Jail Time, Long Lost Games Found

soundbite.fm — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

194: Nintendo Direct Review and Pokemon Legends: Arceus Discussion!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Well, we FINALLY got a Direct! On this week's episode we break down what we saw and our thoughts on it all! We also have Becca back on the show to discuss her thoughts of Pokemon Legends: Arceus.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

193: Metroid Dread Becomes Best Selling Metroid Game, Reconfirmed Release Dates for Upcoming Games, Nintendo Has No Interest in Acquisitions, and A New Bond Game Soon?!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Hey gang! On this week's episode we talk about Metroid Dread becoming the BEST selling Metroid game ever! We also chat about the upcoming Nintendo game release dates, possible Nintendo acquisitions, Switch being around for ANOTHER five years, and a NEW James Bond game?!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

192: Switch Exclusive on PC, Retro Studios Hiring for Metroid Prime, BOTW 2 Delayed?, and Epic vs. Apple Battle Continues

soundbite.fm — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

This week we talk about a Switch exclusive making its way to PC, Retro Studios looking to hire a new member for the Metroid Prime team, the possibility that Breath of the Wild 2 could be delayed, rumors that Nintendo will announce a new game SOON, and the Epic vs. Apple battle continues.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

191: Microsoft Buys Activision Blizzard, Life is Strange Delayed, and Pandemic Getting Removed from eShop

soundbite.fm — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The big news this week (maybe EVER in gaming!?) is that Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard and we discuss! We also have new games coming to NSO+, a system update for Switch, Life is Strange gets delayed for Switch, and the digital board game Pandemic is getting removed from the eShop.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

190: Fake Nintendo Websites, Nintendo Cracks Down on BOTW Mod Vids, Assassins Creed Collection on Switch

soundbite.fm — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

On this week's episode, Nintendo warns us to watch out for fake Nintendo websites! Nintendo is also cracking down on YouTube videos focused on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 'Second Wind' expansion mod, and we're getting more Assassins Creed on the Switch!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

185: Official Licensed Smash Bros. Championship, Giant Cuber Switch Sales, and Rockstar is Sorry

soundbite.fm — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Hey gang! Just a quick episode so you can get back to enjoying family time while eating all that turkey (if you celebrate Thanksgiving)! This week we discuss some sweet sweet Smash Bros. tournament action, a big cyber Switch eShop sale, and Rockstar saying they're sorry for GTA Trilogy!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

184: Nintendo Switch Production Issues, Switch Midway Through Life Cycle, Metroid Prime 1 Remake, Twitch on Switch, and more!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

This week we chat about Nintendo's investments into game development and online, as well as the production shortages their experiencing. We also cover the CRAZY Switch sales numbers to date, where Switch is in its life-cycle, the possibility of a Metroid Prime 1 remake coming out, and much more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

183: Switch Has a LOT of Games, Skyward Sword Selling Well, Pikmin Bloom, and Animal Crossing Update

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

This week we discuss ALL the third-party games. There are just so many! We also talk about how well Skyward Sword is selling on the Switch, Pikmin Bloom, the Animal Crossing 2.0 Update, a Metroid movie, more Nintendo LEGO goodness, and another Nintendo store location.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

182: Nintendo Closing Offices, NSO+ Issues, No More DLC for Animal Crossing, and Tomb Raider on Switch

soundbite.fm — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode, we chat about Nintendo closing two of its offices. We also have news that N64 GoldenEye 007 is no longer banned in Germany. Could that be a sign of anything?! Also, NSO+ is out and it seems like there are issues, Apple considers Nintendo a competitor, Animal Crossing isn't getting any more PAID DLC either, Metroid Dread gets a demo, and Tomb Raider IP makes its way to Switch FINALLY!!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

181: SUDA51 Talks Three New IP's, CD Project Group Acquires Dev Company, Metroid Dread Patch, and More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the future plans of SUDA51 and his team. We also wonder what CD Project Groups next game could be, got our Metroid Dread patch, decide what we need to delete in order to have GTA trilogy on our Switch, and get excited about the next game from Concerned Ape!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

179: Improved Joy-Cons, Final Smash Fighter, Kingdom Hearts on Switch, GTA Trilogy on Switch, Arceus Wont Be Open-World

soundbite.fm — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the "invisible" improvements Nintendo is making on the Joy-Cons. We also FINALLY know the final Smash fighter, find out we're getting Kingdom Hearts AND GTA Trilogy on the Switch, and now know that Arceus won't be an open-world Pokemon game.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

178: Switch Hour Count, Sakurai Takes a Break, Metroid Dread Report, Super Nintendo World Expansion

soundbite.fm — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

How many hours have you played any one game on the Switch? Well, this week we discuss another owner hitting the max hour count for Animal Crossing!! In addition to that, we discuss Sakurai taking a break now that he's done with Smash Bros. We also chat about the recent Metroid Dread Report, and Super Nintendo World getting an expansion!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

177: We Got the September Nintendo Direct!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week is all about the Nintendo Direct! So much to get excited about!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

176: Switch FINALLY Supports Bluetooth Audio!!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss FINALLY getting Bluetooth audio support for the Switch! Nintendo said it couldn't be done but I guess that wasn't true! We also discuss Switch OLED making its first public appearance, the next and FINAL fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Pokemon Unite passing 9 MILLION downloads, and pre-orders for Mario Party Superstars will get some freebies but only in the UK.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

175: Nintendo Not Attending Tokyo Game Show, Switch Price-Cut, Next Lego and Nintendo Collaberation, Most Elusive Pokemon

soundbite.fm — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week Nintendo confirmed that they will NOT be attending the Tokyo Game Show. We also have a Switch price-cut, new LEGO and Nintendo collaboration, and a VERY elusive Pokemon is finally caught.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

171: Switch Sales Slumping, Switch 7th Biggest Console, Mario Kart Still Selling, Metroid Dread Report, Pokemon Go Push Back, Mario Golf Update, Hanafuda Cards

soundbite.fm — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

We also cover Switch becoming the 7th largest console of all time, people STILL buying the heck out of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the latest Metroid Dread Report looking back at the past 35 years of Metroid, Niantic getting pushback on Pokemon Go changes, Mario Golf Super Rush getting a free update, and Nintendo re-releasing Hanafuda cards!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

169: 2020 Olympic Games, Robots Playing Super Mario Bros., Nintendo Games Making Money for Charity

soundbite.fm — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

167: A New Nintendo Switch Has Been Announced!!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

We're back and this week we finally got the news we've all been waiting for! Or did we? Either way, we discuss the new Nintendo Switch OLED! We also talk about the new Super Mario Movie, Monster Hunter Stories 2 post-launch roadmap, winning 15 Monster Hunter Amiibo, buy edibles from Nintendo, and Zelda selling for WAY too much money at auction!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

166: N64 Turns 25, Hot Wheels + Mario Kart Raceway, and Splatoon 2 Online Lounge Discontinued

soundbite.fm — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The N64 turned 25 and we remember the system by talking about some of our favorite games. We also discuss the Sword and Shield lawsuit that has been going on since 2019, the Hot Wheels and Mario Kart Raceway set, Switch getting a train controller, and the fact that the Splatoon 2 Online Lounge is shutting down!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

165: Nintendo's E3 Direct Peak Viewers, New Switch Release, Bayonetta 3 Still "Alive and Well", Pokemon Unite

soundbite.fm — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss Nintendo's E3 peak viewer numbers, why we didn't get a Switch Pro announcement, news that Bayonetta 3 is STILL "alive and well", and details about Pokemon Unite.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

163: Pokemon Company Breaking Records, New Nintendo Museum, and Our E3 Predictions!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the Pokemon Company hitting record-breaking profits, the new Nintendo museum, Nintendo winning a lawsuit against RomUniverse, and we give our E3 Predictions!!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

160: Nintendo Confirms More Games, Switch Calculator, New 2D Metroid Game, and Switch Pro OLED Display Confirmed?

soundbite.fm — Wed, 19 May 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss "many" new games heading to the Switch. We also may have got confirmation that the Switch Pro is getting an OLED display, the EU getting a digital-only version of Game Builder Garage, Calculator on Switch, Apple making its own hybrid console, a NEW 2d Metroid, and Elon Musk playing as Wario on SNL.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

157: Mario Kart Tour Still Going Strong, Super Nintendo World Closing, LEGO Luigi, and the Perfect Printer for Pokemon Snap?!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the Switch-themed printer that Fujifilm is releasing just in time for Pokemon Snap. We also discuss Mario Kart Tour surpassing 200 million downloads, Super Nintendo World closing again due to Covid, LEGO Luigi announced, and a police department in Utah having a little fun with a found Switch!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

154: Fortnite Performance Update, Mario Kart Ride Built on Game Engine, Indigenous Pokemon Artwork, and Tons More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the new performance update that Fortnite had for the Switch! We also talk about the Mario Kart Ride basically being a video game, question what the opposite of "review bombing" is, share an indigenous Canadian artist's interpretation of Pokemon, video games and pokemon cards selling for CRAZY prices, talk about Niantics next projects, and play the beta for Knockout City!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

150: Super Switch, Super Nintendo World USA, and Among Us Updates

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

The Switch Pro rumor mill is red hot and we break down every bit of what we think could be real and what may not be.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

149: Pokémon 25th, Tony Hawk, more Animal Crossing + Happy Birthday Michael!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

New week... more Pokémon! We break down the entire Pokémon 25th direct with amazing new games heading our way. That isn't the only thing that dropped this week as we got news that Tony Hawk 1+2 is coming, more Subnautica, and even more Animal Crossing!

Happy Birthday Michael!! <3

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

139: HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

This week is jam-packed with new info! We got TWO new Nintendo directs! One was an Indie Direct and the other gave us a tour of the new Super Nintendo World in Japan. We also got a great interview from Doug Bowser in the past year and what we can expect in 2021. On top of all that, we give a few of our last-minute gift ideas for the Nintendo fans in your life!

Enjoy and have a wonderful holiday!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

137: Switch v11.0 Update, Splatoon Tournament Canceled, & Should You Buy Fire Emblem?

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Finally we have the system update we have been waiting for that is full of excellent features... and some in your face icons. We also take a look at the unveiling of Super Mario World in Japan, and dive into the controversy around Smash & Splatoon tournaments.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

135: Nvidia Sets Records With Switch, the Next Animal Crossing Update News, and More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

This week we discuss Nvidia setting records with the Switch, and so much Animal Crossing news!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

133: Switch Outsells NES, Nintendo Reconfirms Release Dates for Games, Amazon Shipping Mario-Themed Boxes, Pokemon Go's Best Year, and Animal Crossing Goes to the NFL

soundbite.fm — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

This week we chat about Switch beating the NES to become Nintendo's second best selling console! We also discuss the release dates for major Switch Games, Amazon getting in on Mario's 35th anniversary, Yuzu the Nintendo Switch Emulator, Pokemon GO's biggest year, and Animal Crossing going to the NFL!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

130: Switch is the Best-Selling Console in US for 22 Months, Reduced Joy-Con Price, More Physical Mario Rewards, Stardew Valley Update, and much More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the Switch being the best selling console in the U.S. for 22 MONTHS! We also talk about a price drop for Joy-Con in Japan, more physical Mario rewards coming to My Nintendo, a possible fix for an overheating Switch, Epics Apple Lawsuit and the impact it could have on Nintendo, the Microsoft and Nintendo relationship, the next big Stardew Valley update, and a Pokemon card selling for 250K at auction!!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

129: Age of Calamity and Pikmin 3 Treehouse, More Joy-Con Drift Chat, Super Nintendo World Update, and Another Splatfest!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we have TWO Nintendo Treehouses to discuss! One for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and another for Pikman 3 Deluxe! We also talk Japanese Sales Charts, more Joy-Con drift drama, an update for Super Nintendo World, and we're getting another Splatfest!!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

128: Getting Physical Rewards for Platinum Points, Nintendo Legal Battles, Animal Crossing Awards, Minecraft in Smash, and More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we're excited about the return of physical rewards for platinum points! We discuss Nintendos legal battles, and chat about Animal Crossing winning big at The Japan Game Awards 2020. We also talk about Animal Crossing, Pokemon, Mario, and others getting nominations for the Golden Joystick Awards 2020, Minecraft coming to Smash, Hades patch, and Rogue Company becoming free-to-play.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

127: Amazon Luna, Nintendo Getting Sued...Again, Metroid Prime 4 News, Rocket League, and Animal Crossing Fall Update!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss Amazons' new streaming game service and the very familiar controller they revealed.

We also talk about Nintendo and the ongoing Joy-Con drift issue, Metroid Prime 4 updates, a silly Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity bonus if you have a BOTW save file, Rocket League now being free to play, an upcoming Minecraft update, and the ANimal Crossing Fall UPDATE!! As you can imagine, we're very excited!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

126: Fight Crab, Monster Hunter Rise, RIP 3DS, and LEGO Mario

soundbite.fm — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week it is another Nintendo Partner Direct that we loved! We break down all the goodies that are coming our way, have a full review of Fight Crab, and a hands-on of LEGO Mario!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

125: Age of Calamity, RCT 3, Animal Crossing LEGO, and Fighting Crabs

soundbite.fm — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Another exciting week of announcements with a new Hyrule Warriors game being announced, even more LEGO sets, and some crazy fighting crabs!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

124: All THE MARIO!! Nintendo NY Store Now Open, 8BitDo Arcade Stick, Redecorated eShop and Updates, Rocket League Dropping Switch Online, and Tons More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we got SO much Mario news! We discuss everything we saw during the direct as well as Nintendo NY reopening, 8BitDo made a new wireless arcade stick, eShop updates, Rocket League dropping Switch Online requirement, Pokemon Go no longer supporting several devices and platforms, and politics finds its way into Animal Crossing.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

119: Enter the Gigaleak! Plus Even More Animal Crossing

soundbite.fm — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0400

What the world needs now is even more Animal Crossing and Nintendo has delivered. We have the latest news, gigaleak, new games, and hands-on with Crysis Remastered.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

118: Nintendo Direct Mini, Updates to Nintendo Dev Schedule, Paper Mario Debut Numbers, Mario Kart Tour Gets Landscape Mode, Niantic Merch, and More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we have a Nintendo Direct to talk about! Well, kind of.

Nintendo also released their annual report which gives details on employee salaries as well as development schedules. We also have Paper Mario debut numbers, Friends of Mineral Town and Rune Factory 4 sales, Animal Crossing helped to bring a lost Switch back to its owner, Mario Kart Tour gets landscape mode, the Niantic Store opens, and a fancy new Animal Crossing controller!

Enjoy!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

117: The BEST Lego Set EVER, Pokemon Center Face Masks, Hasbro Celebrates Mario, and Our 3rd Grader Interview

soundbite.fm — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

On this week's show, we discuss the COOLEST LEGO set that we have ever seen!! We also talk about the Pokemon Centers face mask promotion, Hasbro celebrating Mario, AND answer interview questions from a 3rd grader!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

114: More EA Games on Switch, Nintendo Cutting Back on Mobile Games, Pokemon Unite Announcement, New Super Smash Bros. Fighter Announced, and an Animal Crossing Update!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the EA games that are reportedly coming to Switch, Nintendo cutting back on its mobile game efforts, the Pokemon Unite announcement, Nintendo issuing refunds for Pokemon Sword & Shield DLC, the new Smash fighter, and an Animal Crossing Update!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

112: Nintendo Data Breach, More Super Nintendo World Photos, Nintendo Trademarks, Inflating Nintendo Switch Prices, Spellbreak on Switch, and Black Character Coming to Smash?

soundbite.fm — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week on the show we talk about the Nintendo data breach. We also discuss MORE photos from Super Nintendo World, Nintendo applying for several trademarks and what that means, Switch prices going up due to shortage, the possibility of a black character coming to Smash Bros. Ultimate, Spellbreak on Switch, a kickstarted new stylus for Switch and more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

111: Nintendo Supports Black Community, Another Switch Update, Pokemon News, Free Xenoblade Gift, and Big eShop Sales

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss Nintendo's statement regarding the anti-racism protests. We also got ANOTHER small update for the Switch, a TON of Pokemon News, a free gift for Xenoblade Chronicles fans, big sales, and a few games coming out that we're interested in!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

109: Nintendo Continues to Fight Hackers, Nintendo Repair Centers Reopening, Witcher 3 Anniversary, Animal Crossing and Bloodstained Updates, and more!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 27 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we talk Nintendo hackers, the repair centers reopening, 2K will keep releasing games on the Switch, the 5 year anniversary of Witcher 3, and some updates for Animal Crossing and Bloodstained. We're also really excited for the new games coming out this week!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

107: Nintendo's Fiscal Year Earnings Report, Friend Codes, Fortnite Event, and LOTS of Games Out This Week!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 13 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we talk a LOT about sales numbers. We also discuss or love/hate for friend codes, the recent Fortnite event, and all the games coming out this week.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

105: Nintendo Accounts Hacked, Travis Scott Fortnite Event, Splatoon 2 Splatfest and Demo, Animal Crossing Sales and Update!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss Nintendo accounts getting hacked, the new Travis Scott event in Fortnite, Splatoon 2 demo, and another Splatfest, as well as the new Animal Crossing update and HUGE sales numbers. We talk about the games coming out this week that we're excited for and all the stuff we're doing to our islands on Animal Crossing!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

104: Switch Update, Pokemon Rumble Rush Shutting Down, Crysis Remastered, Animal Crossing Themed Legos

soundbite.fm — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we got a new update for our Nintendo Switch and it adds some great new features! We also discuss Pokemon Rumble Rush shutting down, Crysis Remastered on the Switch, a cool Animal Crossing Lego set, and all the games we're looking forward to this week.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

103: Customizable Nintendo Switch, Animal Crossing Update, China Bans Animal Crossing, Cleaning the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Closes More Stores

soundbite.fm — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss Nintendo launching a customization program for Its Switch console, Nintendo boosting its Switch production, cleaning your switch, new releases, and a LOT of Animal Crossing!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

101: Another Nintendo Direct, More Review-Bombing, Record Numbers, Covid-19 News, and more!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the surprise "Mini" Nintendo Direct! We also chat about players review-bombing Animal Crossing on Metacritic, Animal Crossings effect on Switch sales, the success of Warface on Switch, and Covid-19 news.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

99: E3 Cancelled, Pokemon Go Updates for Coronavirus, Tencent Switch Getting More Games, LEGO Super Mario, and Reggie to the Rescue?!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss E3 getting canceled, Pokemon Go making it easier (and safer) to play during the Coronavirus pandemic, the Tencent Nintendo Switch gets two more games, more Nintendo patent disputes, and Reggie Fils-Aimé joining the board at GameStop! We also talk about the LEGO Super Mario set and the possibility of TWO Nintendo directs this month!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

96: Animal Crossing Direct, Super Smash Bros. Final DLC, Pokemon Home, Witcher 3 Update, Coral Switch Lite, and PlatinumGames Major Announcement Rumors

soundbite.fm — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

This week we had a 25-minute long Animal Crossing direct to talk about! Plus the rumors that "Fighter Pass" Vol. 2 for Smash Bros Ultimate will be the last! There's also numbers for Pokemon Home, a Witcher 3 update, a new coral Switch Lite, and a "major" PlatinumGames announcement coming soon!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

95: Nintendo Lounges in US Airports, Pokemon Home Now Available, and the New Mythical Pokemon Silhouette revealed

soundbite.fm — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

This week we discuss Nintendo's plans to open several pop-up lounges in US airports, Nintendo at e3, more games coming to Switch Online library, the release of Pokemon Home, a new Mythical Pokemon, and the people who are trading hacked pokemon and crashing switches because of it!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

94: Coronavirus Related Delays, Nintendo Hacker Caught, Switch Owners Getting Banned, Nintendo Direct Rumors, & More!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

The trio is back together this week! We discuss the Coronavirus and the delays its causing. We also chat about a Nintendo hacker that was just caught, getting banned for buying cheap Nintendo game codes online, there being too many Fire Emblem charactors in Smash Bros. Ultimate, Kingdom Rush, Daemon X Machin on Steam, and the upcoming Nintendo Direct!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

90: Pokémon Direct, Pokémon GO Update, Huge eShop Sale & Animal Crossing Accessories

soundbite.fm — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 03:00:00 -0500

It is Pokémon, Pokémon, Pokémon this week as we wrap up the crazy awesome Pokémon direct from last week. We also dive into Pokémon GO's success from 2019 and latest update along with some great sales and new Animal Crossing news.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

89: Switch Home Screen Critique, Thoughts on Cloud Gaming, Switch Port Rumors

soundbite.fm — Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:00:00 -0500

The new year is off to a slow start, but that doesn't mean we don't have much to debate when it comes to the Nintendo Switch. James also gives his thoughts on Lapis x Labyrinth, Mars Power Industries, and of course more Pokemon from everyone!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

88: Happy New Year!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 03:00:00 -0500

In this episodes, we reminisce about 2019 and discuss our hopes for 2020!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

87: Happy Holidays Edition!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 03:00:00 -0500

Happy Holidays from the Dispatch crew! This week the whole gang is back together with tons of Pokemon news, Time's top pick for gadgets and games of the decade, Mario Kart Tour multiplayer, and a 2019 in review!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

85: Amazon is Losing Peoples Switch, Switch Launching in China, Super Mario Maker 2 Update, More Pokemon News, & New Games this Week!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 03:00:00 -0500

As the holidays get closer things start to get a bit crazy, especially when you order a Switch and you get a laptop fan cooler... We have all the news including the launch of the Switch in China, Sword & Shield updates, and Zelda in Mario Maker 2.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

81: Sword & Shield are Finally Here, Free Mario Kart 8, NES Wireless Mouse

soundbite.fm — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 03:00:00 -0500

It is Pokemon week! Sword & Shield are finally here and ready for a weekend of Switch enjoyment. Before the official launch you can play in the Wild Area online, prep for Black Friday with Switch deals, update Smash Bros. and even pickup a new NES wireless mouse for your computer!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

79: Zelda Updates, Pokémon Is Literally Everywhere, & TikTok Switch Case

soundbite.fm — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Another week closer to Sword and Shield, which means there is a plethora of Pokémon news! If you need a last minute Halloween costume then Luigi has you covered and we of course have all the new releases this week.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

77: Brain Training, Motion Controlled Pokémon, Wargroove DLC, & ALL OF THE GAMES

soundbite.fm — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is an EPIC week here at the Dispatch. Not only did we get Fortnite Chapter 2, but we also got tons of new Pokémon news and accessories, Super Mario World is real, a new Switch Pro controller, and plenty of Overwatch PR blunders. We have all the games including reviews of Puzzle Book, Shipped, Niffelheim, and lots of play time on My Time on Portia, Hyperforma, and Untitled Goose Game.

Oh, and we have ALL THE GAMES this week including Witcher 3, Zombieland, Overwatch, Little Town Hero, Sea Salt, Where the Bees Make Honey, and Ring Fit Adventure!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

76: MKT's Rocket Start & Review, Reggie's Induction, Sword and Shield Details, and Doom is Delayed

soundbite.fm — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Everyone is back for an epic special long edition of the dispatch. We have a lot to discuss with Mario Kart Tour, but first plenty of Pokemon news including mobile, accessories, and Sword/Shield. We also have all the latest games for the week including Trine, Valfaris, BDSM, and Killer Queen Black. Finally, we break down some games we have been playing including Pokemon Let's Go, Puzzel Quest, Gems of War, My Time at Portia, Link's Awakening, and more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

75: Nintendo Campus Tour, A New Brain Age, Pokemon Go Hoodies, Mario Kart Tour, & Bloodstained Update!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 03:00:00 -0400

We have a jam-packed episode this week!

We discuss the new Nintendo campus tour coming to a college near you, a new Brain Age game, PokemonGo Hoodies, a Dragalia Lost first Anniversary, news on the Bloodstained update, and all the Mario Kart Tour news you can handle!

Buckle up!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

72: Curry on Rice Edition, Direct Recap, Celeste Farewell, Hyperforma & Decay of Logos Hands-on

soundbite.fm — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is another action packed week as Nintendo has surprised us with another Nintendo Direct! This time unleashing details on tons of new Switch games including Luigi's Mansion 3, Animal Crossing, Zelda, Pokemon Sword and Shield, Overwatch, and a new SNES Online Service! We also have updates on Pokemon Masters, a mystery new accessory for the Switch, and a patent on adjustable hinge joy-cons. On top of that all the new games for the week and hands-on with Hyperforma and Decay of Logos.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

71: Pokemon Masters, Review-Bombing Astral Chain, & Reggie Goes Back to School!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 03:00:00 -0400

The gang is finally back together and there is tons of awesome Nintendo news to cover! Pokemon Masters starts off with a bang and massive downloads, Reggie goes back to school, Untitled Goose Game gets a release date, Bulletstorm launches out of no where, and Doom is getting an update. We also have the newest releases this week and have some hand's on of Superbeat: Xonic, Subdivision Infinity DX, Forager, Bloodstained, and Automachef.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

70: Astral Chain Drops, Switch Lite Hands-on, & The PokeBar!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is an interesting week again with Michael and Christina on the road, but James is here to break down the latest and greatest in Nintendo news. We get lots of hands-on impressions of the Switch Lite by the press, Polygon gives a great overview of how the Switch is dominating 2019, and Mario Kart Tour has a release date. Additionally, lots of rumors of Overwatch and some Disney remakes.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

69: Indie World Showcase, Free Switch Upgrades, Dr. Mario World Blunders

soundbite.fm — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Nintendo hit us with an awesome Indie World Showcase this week packed full of Indie goodness. In addition we get some unofficial reports of free upgrades for Nintendo Switch, Tetris 99 Grad Prix Event with Fire Emblem, Mario & Sonic 2D Mode, Neon Green Joy-cons, and so much more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Nintendo Switch - Indie World Showcase - 8.19.2019 - YouTube
Nintendo Is Apparently Giving New Switch Owners a Free Upgrade to Version 2 [Update] — The Nintendo rep told them that unfortunately only Switch owners who purchased the console after July 17 this year and that while Nintendo will pay to ship the replacement, customers need to cover the costs of shipping the old units back.
Sensor Tower: Dr. Mario World earns $1.4 million and 7.5 million downloads in first month
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - Classic 2D Events Reveal Trailer - Nintendo Switch - YouTube
Dr. Mario World Banks $1.4 Million And Racks Up 7.5 Million Downloads In Its First Month - Nintendo Life
Neon Green Joy-Con Set Revealed On Best Buy Website, Pre-Orders Now Available - Nintendo Life
Loot Crate Files for Bankruptcy, Promises to Ship Missing Boxes — Loot Crate announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Reports of financial troubles have been circulating for awhile—including defaulting on a $21 million loan in 2017—even though Loot Crate has about 250,000 subscribers.
Tetris® 99 for the Nintendo Switch system – Official Site
Nintendo Switch SNES controller spotted • Eurogamer.net
Xbox Games Studios is considering developing more multiplatform games — “In other words, is it a kind of game where it would benefit from the network effect of being on a bunch of different platforms, or is it a game where we can best support it by putting resources and making sure that our platforms, things like Xcloud and Game Pass and Xbox Live, are really leaning in to support the game?”
Game Boy Color Replacement LCD Module - Midwest Embedded Corp.

68: IGZO Upgrade, Sugarfina Rush, Genki Dock, and Zelda Wireless Chargers

soundbite.fm — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is a slow news week, but action packed full of some awesome kickstarter projects and one of a kinda Zelda merch that you can pick up. We also get wind of how to spot the updated Switch model with a new fancy screen and perhaps Joy-con updates!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

67: Fortnite Season X, Switch Surpasses N64, Super Nintendo World, Subscriber Goodies

soundbite.fm — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Epic kicks off Fortnite Season X and Michael has a full field report. Christina gets her hands on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a new wired controller for some awesome online play. Nintendo's financial reports have dropped and things are looking up for the Nintendo Switch. If you are a Nintendo Online Subscriber lots of awesome goodies are coming for Smash Bros. and also limited edition trials!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

66: Youngblood Hands-on, Free Joy-Con Repairs, Faceoff Deluxe+ Controller Review

soundbite.fm — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Michael is still away, but that doesn't mean that we can't have some fun! Christina and James go hands-on with the "buddy mode" in Wolfeinstein: Younblood, play way too much Mario Kart, give updates on My Time in Portia, and try out the Nintendo Switch voice chat app! There is also huge new with Nintendo offering up joy-con repairs for free, Doom hits the Switch with DRM, and we are reminded who really makes Pokemon.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

65: Switch Hardware Updates, Fortnite Robot-Monster Battle, Fire Emblem Launches, & Joy-con Drift

soundbite.fm — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Nintendo is doubling the Switch battery life this August, launching new joy-cons (maybe fixing drift issues), gives away Switches & Mario Maker on a Southwest flight, and picks a date for Luigi's Mansion 3! On top of that Fornite is absolutely crazy with epic battles! All that and the launch of Fire Emblem for Switch!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

64: Nintendo Switch Lite, Dr. Mario World is Live, and NES Rewind

soundbite.fm — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It has officially happened... the Nintendo Switch Lite has been announced and coming this fall to stores near you! Additionally, Nintendo updates some components in the original Switch, moves production to Vietnam, and adds new Games to the NES Online service!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

63: Nintendo Share Holder Updates, Bloodstained Hands-On, and Pokémon Go Turns 3

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 03:00:00 -0400

This week brought the share holder meeting for Nintendo which came along with tons of news about upcoming games, online services, and tons of little goodies. Fortnite is all over the place with the best season ever with the introduction of Stanger Things cross-over, and there is SO MUCH Pokemon!

Also, sorry about the odd audio quality from James this week. There were some changes in his setup and is making sure this doesn't happen again.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

61: Labo Game of the Year, Pedro has all the friends, & Dr. Mario preps for launch

soundbite.fm — Wed, 26 Jun 2019 03:00:00 -0400

A slow week in news, but filled with tons of amazing new games for Nintendo Switch.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

60: E3 Rehash, Stocks Falling, All the Sales, and Full Micro SD Cards!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Michael is back from a week on the road and gives his full thoughts on E3 2019. We also have all the latest news including Mario Maker 2 online, Fortnite Horde Mode, Nintendo moving Switch production, and what happens when you fill your SD cards.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

59: Nintendo E3 2019 Spectacular!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 03:00:00 -0400

We have your full breakdown of Nintendo's E3 digital press conference where there were some major announcements including Animal Crossing, Zelda, Luigi's Mansion 3, DQ XI, The Dark Crystal, Fire Emblem, and so so so so so much more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

58: Pokémon Press Conference Recap, More Labo VR, & A New Host!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 03:00:00 -0400

New announcements from the 2019 Pokémon Press Conference such as Pokémon Home and Pokémon Sleep. We discuss Tetris 99, an expensive eShop game, Super Mario Maker 2 Multiplayer details, Labo VR, and all the new releases! Oh, and we have a new host joining the team!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

56: Switch Surpasses PS4, Game Vouchers, Super Mario Maker 2, & Wick Fortnite Edition

soundbite.fm — Wed, 22 May 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is the week of Resident Evil for the Switch, but more importantly the Switch is completely crushing sales in Japan as the #1 selling console of this generation. We break down Super Mario Maker 2 direct, game voucher fiasco, Pokemon Rumble Rush, and all the latest releases!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

55: Fortnite Season 9, Detective Pikachu Review, Tetris 99 DLC

soundbite.fm — Wed, 15 May 2019 03:00:00 -0400

You are in for a treat with our full review of Fortnite Season 9, Detective Pikachu, and Blazing Beaks! All of this and all of the lastest Nintendo news and game releases.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

54: A Dark Room Pulled from eShop, Game Boy LCD Screen, Pokémon Pass, Bayonetta 3 Update, and Fortnite Live Event

soundbite.fm — Wed, 08 May 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It's a slow week for Nintendo news, but we have you covered with crazyness from the world of the eShop, The Sonic movie, and all the latest releases.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

53: 3DS is Dead, Labo VR Hands-on, Nintendo Financial Report, and Troubles in Portia

soundbite.fm — Wed, 01 May 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is a huge week as it is the end of another quarter, which means it is time for financial reports. Nintendo has some huge updates on the success of the Switch, info on new mobile titles, and absolutely no comments on the 3DS. We go hands-on with My Time in Portia and Nintendo Labo VR including Zelda edition!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

51: Game Deals, DIY Labo VR Goggles, Star Wars Pinball, and Catan on Switch

soundbite.fm — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 03:00:00 -0400

On this week's Dispatch we have DIY Labor VR, rumors of a stage builder for Smash Bros. Ultimate, Star Wars Pinball finally lands on Switch this fall, and an odd decision for Wolfenstein: Youngstein. We also have the latest releases including Final Fantasy 10, My Time at Portia, Warhammer Age of Sigmar, and many more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

50: Dragon Quest Movie, Labo VR Hype, Controller With Chat Built In, & Best Buy Leaks?!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 03:00:00 -0400

So much great Nintendo news this week including three new games coming to Switch online, a trailer for the new Dragon Quest Movie, more Labo VR news, as well as all the new game releases for the week!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

49: Labo Education Edition, Free Nintendo Online, More Wolfenstein, & E3 Hype

soundbite.fm — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Twitch + Nintendo == Awesome! And we should say FREE Nintendo Online service for Twitch Prime Members! We are getting pumped for E3 with a bunch of new tournaments announced, a schedule, and speculation on some games. We have all that and the latest game releases this week.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

48: Labo VR Revealed, Castle Crashers on Switch, Fortnite Nerf Edition, and NINDIES!!!!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is an epic week filled with amazing Nindies hitting the Nintendo Switch this year. Nintendo reveals the best-selling indie games, Nerf prepares Fortnite guns, Timberman VS dominates the charts, Motz plays too much Turok, and we have all the new releases including Gems of War, Istanbul, Goken, Final Fantasy VII, and Yoshi!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

47: Long Lost NES Game, Xbox Live on Switch Update, Switch Bundles, RICO Review, and Borderland Rumors

soundbite.fm — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 03:00:00 -0400

It is another action packed week with some mysteries such as why Nintendo is scheduling maintenance for three days, a lost NES game for over 30 years, mystery Pokemon tweet deletions, and Xbox Live maybe coming to Switch? All this and our full RICO review!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

46: Micro-Transactions, Mar10 Day, Tetris 99 Online Event, & Labo VR

soundbite.fm — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:00:00 -0400

Nintendo pulls a fast one on us with their new VR experience with Labo! We celebrate Mar10 day with tons of deals that are hard to get, Nintendo cools down on micro-transactions on mobile games, and Nintendo hosts their first Tetris 99 competition! All this and the new releases such as Rico, Baba Is You, and more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

44: Reggie Retires, Fortnite Season 8 Teasers, Pokémon Direct, Resident Evil 4 on Switch, Tons of Games!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 03:00:00 -0500

It is a crazy week with 30+ games being released for the Nintendo Switch like Trials Rising, Rad Rodgers, Ape Out, and Deltarune. The biggest news is that Reggie is retiring and Bowser is taking over as Nintendo of America president. All of this while a Pokémon Direct is on the way and Fortnite Season 8 is being teased every day.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

43: Nintendo Direct Updates, Pokemon Day, Super Mario Bros. is Worth THOUSANDS, and New Modes for Tetris 99

soundbite.fm — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 03:00:00 -0500

It has been a week since the latest Nintendo Direct and we have tons of juicy updates on Rune Factory 5, Tetris 99, and Astral Chain. We ponder the rumors of a new Zelda BoTW and if Spyro Reignited Trilogy will ever come to the Switch. We break down the latest releases including Aragami, Trine 2, Q.U.B.E. 2, and so much more. We end with a full hands-on impression of Daemon X Machina and OlliOlli.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Bonus Round: Nintendo Direct Recap: Fire Emblem + Yoshi's Crafted World and Tetris 99 Hands on

soundbite.fm — Sat, 16 Feb 2019 03:00:00 -0500

Nintendo dropped some huge bomb shells and the latest direct and we have full breakdown of all games including Super Mario Maker 2, Box Boy + Box Girl, Smash. Bros. Ultimate 3.0, Bloodstaind, Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Astral Chain, and more! We also go hands on with Yoshi's Crafted World and Tetris 99.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

42: Xbox Live For Switch, Mario Bros. 2, Online Boost, WarGroove Domination

soundbite.fm — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 03:00:00 -0500

Is it almost time for another Nintendo Direct? Rumors have been spiraling around the internet, but we have real news with a voice chat SDK coming to Switch, Xbox Live for Switch, Nintendo Online getting a "boost", and WarGroove has been dominating the charts. All this and more including the latest releases and listener feedback.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

41: Q3 Financial Briefing, WarGroove Hands-on, Marshmello Dance Party, & Wii Shop Channel Shuts Down

soundbite.fm — Wed, 06 Feb 2019 03:00:00 -0500

It is another crazy week in the world of Nintendo with huge announcements during their Q3 briefing including this years release time frames, sales numbers for games/consoles, and some upcoming surprise game announcements. We also have a stellar debut by WarGroove at the top spot, some crazy Fortnite/Marshmello collaborations, Smash Bros. 2.0, and so much more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

40: Indie Highlights, Metroid Prime 4 Delays, Fortnite Ice Storm, and No Switch Price Drops

soundbite.fm — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 03:00:00 -0500

It is a week full of awesome new games from the recent Indie Highlights event and we have a full break down. With good news comes the bad with Metroid Prime 4 delays and word that there is no new switch successor or price drop on the way. It all isn't bad as there are some amazing new games releasing this week including WarGroove and Fortnite 7.3 is ready to land after the epic Ice Storm!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

38: Fortnite Supply Drop, 2019 Switch Games, NES Classic Anger, Smash Bros. Success

soundbite.fm — Wed, 16 Jan 2019 03:00:00 -0500

This week we see the smashing success of Smash Bros. Ultimate...the best selling Smash game of all time in Japan and at the same time runaway success for Monster Boy from FDG Entertainment. We also examine the new laws in Japan making it illegal to mod consoles, release dates for Yoshi, Kirby, and Dragon's Dogma. We discuss the good side of NES classic games on the Switch Online and at the same time address the anger from gamers. Finally, we take a look at this week's releases including Travis Strikes Again, Onimusha, Forever Forest, Gunman Clive HD, YIIK, and more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

35: Nintendo Goes To Court, No More Minecraft, Damon Departs, Genki Bluetooth, & Our Top Picks for 2018

soundbite.fm — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 03:00:00 -0500

It is the last podcast of the year and we have a banger! Niantic is crushing it with Pokemon Go, Nintendo is dominating the holiday NPD charts, and Celeste sells more than 500,000 copies this year. Nintendo heads to court in Europe over pre-purchases, Damon Baker departs Nintendo, and Minecraft for Wii U gets one last update. We finish it all of with the new releases and a special segment where we cover our top game and accessory picks of 2018.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

33: Flip Grip, Marvel Exclusives, The Game Awards Recap, & Mobile Updates

soundbite.fm — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 03:00:00 -0500

Nintendo titles swept The Game Awards, and even more great games are headed our way including Mortal Kombat and a new Marvel Exclusive. We have all the great Nintendo news, released, and a full breakdown of the new Flip Grip accessory for your Switch.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

32: Smash Bros. Ultimate Launch, Switch Holiday Success, Larger Joy-Cons, & Winter Splatfest

soundbite.fm — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 03:00:00 -0500

It has been a wonderful holiday season for Nintendo with record settings sales and huge game releases including this week's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. It isn't all Smash Bros. this week as we have some really cool updates for Splatoon 2, Stardew Valley, and some new accessories including a larger joy-con and hacking the Xbox Adaptive Controller to work with the Switch.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

30: Warframe Drops, More Pinball, and Reggie Talks Metroid 4, N64 Classic, and DLC

soundbite.fm — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 03:00:00 -0500

Reggie gives us full updates and thoughts on the N64 Classic, Metroid 4's release timeframe, downloadable content, and the state of the 3DS. We also have all the latest releases for the week and updates on Pinball FX3.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

29: Pokémon Let's Go Launch, YouTube on Switch, Katamari Damacy Demo, and a Nintendo Holiday Experience

soundbite.fm — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:00:00 -0500

This week we have all kinds of good stuff to talk about! We discuss the Pokémon Let's Go launch, YouTube, the Nintendo Holiday Experience, Overwatch, and a new Zelda coming to Switch!?

We also have a big week of games including Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu / Eevee, A great Super Mario Party bundle, Sid Meier's Civilization VI and more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

28: Smash Bros. Direct, Pokémon Details, 3DS Marches On, & Moonlighter Release

soundbite.fm — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 03:00:00 -0500

It is official everything that could be announced for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has been announced! We break down the full direct, have the latest Pokémon news, Civilization VI online details, the week's news and the best sellers.

We got the new releases covered with some heavy hitters including Moonlighter, Brawlhalla, Shadow of the Loot Box, World of Final Fantasy Maxima, Sky Force Anniversary, and more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

27: Smash Bros. Ultimate Everywhere, Resident Evil Invades Switch, First Ever Wii Remote, and This is the Police II

soundbite.fm — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 03:00:00 -0400

It is time for some serious Smash Bros. Ultimate rumors and news as the upcoming Nintendo Direct lingers. Some serious Wii prototypes hit the market, Switch is selling well, and a bunch of new games are coming like Resident Evil, ARK, and Dragon Quest Builders.

We also take a look at the new releases with Hasbro Game Night, Mutant League Football, Diablo II, Luigi's Mansion, Transistor, and more. We also go hands-on with This is the Police II and the latest Fortnite updates.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

26: Open World Pokémon, Zombie Mario, Everything Diablo III, & Starlink Hands-On

soundbite.fm — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 03:00:00 -0400

Motz received his starter edition of Starlink: Battle for Atlas from Best Buy and has an epic story to just play the game. A plethora of Diablo III news, hardware, and accessories have been announced, Mario gets ready for Halloween, Panic Button wants more, Huawei releases a new phone that they claim is a Switch competitor, and of course we have the new releases for the week.

A big week for the Switch with Just Dance 2019 brings the ultimate dancy party along with MY HERO ONE'S JUSTICE, Windjammers, Pinstripe, 911 Operator, and so much more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

24: New Hardware Rumors, More NES Games, Splatoween, The Walking Dead Lives On

soundbite.fm — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 03:00:00 -0400

Rumors are a buzz of new Nintendo Switch hardware hitting the shelves next year, Splatoon 2's next Splatfest and Halloween event is spectacular, Pokemon Let's Go accessories announced, new Switch Online NES games, and all of the latest releases.

We take a look at Paladins Dark Tides, Disgaea 1 Complete, Goosebumps, The World Ends with You, Luigi's Mansion, Chasm, Game Dev Story, and so much more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

23: PS4 Fortnite Cross-Play, 6 Months of Cloud Saves, Mario Party Controller Support, Minecraft, and Mario Kart Arcade!

soundbite.fm — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 03:00:00 -0400

This week on the Nintendo Dispatch we talk about PS4 getting cross-play, Nintendo cloud saves and how long our data is stored. We also discuss Mario Party and its lack of handheld mode, all the Minecraft news and much more!

We also review all the new releases coming out this week and share the games we've been playing!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

21: Fortnite Is Ruined, Splatoon Invades Animal Crossing, & Amazing Indie Releases

soundbite.fm — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:00:00 -0400

The Nintendo Directs are over and we are back to our regular schedule with the latest news, best sellers, releases, and of course we discuss what we have been playing. This week Fortnite removes video capture, tomtoc has new cases, Smash Bros. goes to college, and there are some fantastic releases inlcuding Scribblenauts, Undertale, Legendary Fishing, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Banner Sage Trilogy, Omvorm, Speed Brawl, Light Fingers, The Gardens Between, and so many more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

20: Cloud Saves, Direct Delay Spoilers, Let's Go Switch, and more Fortnite

soundbite.fm — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 03:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss what we think WOULD have been shown during the Nintendo Direct, the confusing cloud storage issues, the cute Pokemon Lets Go Special Edition Switch, and Fortnite toys!!

We also review all the new games coming out this week including NBA 2K19, Dust: An Elysian Tail, Bastion, STAY, Surgeon Simulator CPR, and The Spectrum Retreat.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

18: Switch Dominates, Comics, Labo Kart, Godmaster, and Monster Hunter

soundbite.fm — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 03:00:00 -0400

This week developers, producers, and consumers are praising the Switch and Nintendo. Nintendo has completely taken over the sales charts in both Japan and the US. Blizzard, and Bethesda love the Switch, more Nindies are on the way, Hollow Knight Godmaster comes out, and there are new controller options for Mario Party.

On top of this we have the latest releases including Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, Blade Strangers, Victor Vran, Rocket League, Fall of Light, Freedcome Planet, The VideoKid, and more!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

17: Nindies Direct, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Fruit Racing, & 60ish FPS

soundbite.fm — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 03:00:00 -0400

What a week! Nintendo UK completely surprised us with an awesome Nintendo Direct: Nindies Edition and we break down all the games! On top of all the new game releases we have some news including Diablo III that is finally official, Netflix is working again on the Wii, and release dates for Dark Souls and Luigi's Mansion.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Amazon.com: Little Dragons Cafe - Nintendo Switch
Amazon.com: All-Star Fruit Racing - Nintendo Switch
The Diablo III Switch Port Took Nine Months
Dead Cells - Signature Edition (Switch) – Signature Edition Games
Japan: First Look At Pokemon Center's Pre-Order Bonus For Pokemon Let's GO Pikachu/Eevee | NintendoSoup
Make Netflix Work on Your Old Wii... Set Back the Date? | ResetEra
Rumor: New Super Mario Bros. U Coming to Nintendo Switch
Amazon.com: AmazonBasics Dual Voltage AC Charger for Nintendo Switch (Supports TV Mode), Black: Video Games
Rainbow Six Siege ‘not possible’ on Nintendo Switch | Metro News — ‘I don’t think they consider it for now. ‘It might come from another studio but I would be really surprised because this game without the 60 FPS is not exactly the same game. 60 FPS on Switch with procedural destruction? Good luck. ‘But maybe because it’s starting to be an old game, maybe they might. But I don’t think it’ll be us anyway, it’ll be another studio.’
At last, Dark Souls Remastered has a Nintendo Switch release date • Eurogamer.net
Indie Highlights - 20.08.2018 (Nintendo Switch) - YouTube
Amazon.com: AmazonBasics Dual Voltage AC Charger for Nintendo Switch (Supports TV Mode), Black: Video Games

16: Smash Bros. Direct, Diablo & Rage 2 Ports, Top Games, + Why Did Luigi Die?

soundbite.fm — Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:00:00 -0400

It is Smash Bros. week on the dispatch! We tackle all of the highs and lows from the Nintendo Direct covering Smash Bros. Ultimate. We also break down the latest news including potential Diablo & Rage 2 ports, Doom Eternal, and speculation on why Luigi was sacrificed on the stream.

We of course break down the top weekly and monthly downloads and all of the latest game releases including 2064: Read Only Memories, State of Mind, Castle Storm, Next Up Hero, Treadnauts, and much more.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

15: 20 Million Switches, 1 Million Octopath, Fake Pro Controllers, and Dead Cells & Overcooked 2 Release

soundbite.fm — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 03:00:00 -0400

This week is all about sales sales sales! Not only do we have sales numbers for the Nintendo Switch, Octopath Traveler, and the NES Classic, but tons of games are on sale! We also break down the latest releases including Dead Cells, Overcooked 2, and Okami HD.

Also on this Dispatch is a look at the latest Mario Tennis Aces update, Windjammers announcement, and the art of short selling stocks.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

14: Mario Orchestra, Smash Bros. Controllers, Labo 3.0, and WarioWare Gold

soundbite.fm — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 03:00:00 -0400

This week is packed full of game and accessory announcements with a plethora of new Gamecube controllers for Smash Bros. Ultimate and new Handheld Mode enabled Joy-Cons. We also have an update on Octopath Traveler availability, Online subscription pre-orders, and Reggie's Lip-Sync battle appearance.

We take a look at this week's big releases including Titan Quest, Code of Princess EX, WarioWare Gold, Flat Heroes, Cycle 28, Road to Ballhalla, Not a Hero, and many more. We are also playing tons of games including our full on battle over Super Destronaut DX, Battle Chasers, Semblance, Elements, Paladins, and Rogue Trooper Redux!

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Bonus Round: The Case of Illegal Pre-order Programs

soundbite.fm — Sat, 21 Jul 2018 03:00:00 -0400

Do we still need video game pre-order programs? We discuss Nintendo's current lawsuit going on in the EU over their current system that doesn't allow consumers to cancel a game pre-order. We also discuss what we like, dislike, and look back on memories from our pre-order past.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

9: Flip Grip Backed, Cross-Play for Everyone, Donkey Kong Adventure, & Pokémon Go Gifts

soundbite.fm — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 03:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode we discuss cross-play a bit more and the recent ad showcasing Nintendo and Microsoft gamers playing Minecraft together. We also get into the numbers a bit by breaking down the May NPD's. We discuss Wolfenstein and their plans (or no plans) on the Switch. We also talk about the new Flip Grip by Fangamer.

In addition to all the news, we also break down all the new games coming out this week including: Lumines Remastered, De Blob, Mario+Rabbids Donkey Kong Adventure DLC, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA, LIMBO, INSIDE, Figment, Crash Bandicoot N Sane Trilogy, and Wolfeinstein II: The New Colossus.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Bonus Round: Do We Still Need the 3DS?

soundbite.fm — Sat, 19 May 2018 03:00:00 -0400

For this .5 episode James and Michael discuss the 3DS and whether or not it should still exist now that we live in a world with the Nintendo Switch. What are the pros/cons for having Nintendo still support it and predictions for its future.

Michael: Twitter, Instagram, Blog
James: Twitter, Blog, YouTube
Nintendo Dispatch: Twitter & Website
Proudly recorded on Zencastr

⭐⭐ Review Us ⭐⭐

Links:

Nintendo Dispatch - Episodes Tagged with “Nintendo”

200: The End

Follow Us

199: Pokemon Legends Update, Triangle Strategy Sales, More Sega Genesis Games Coming to NSO, and Hogwarts Legacy on Switch?!

Follow Us

198: NSO App Version 2.0, Switch Sales Back on Top, U.S. Super Nintendo World Confirmed for 2023, and the TMNT Cowabunga Collection!

Follow Us

197: Switch Turns 5, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, More Switch-Pro Speculation, Kirby Demo, and Our Thoughts on the New NSO Mission and Rewards!

Follow Us

196: Nintendo Acquires SRD, Gamers Are Weak, GTA Trilogy Update, and Pokemon Presents!

Follow Us

195: 3DS and WiiU eShops Closing, New My Nintendo Store, Dont Talk About Switch Sports, Nintendo Hacker Gets Jail Time, Long Lost Games Found

Follow Us

194: Nintendo Direct Review and Pokemon Legends: Arceus Discussion!

Follow Us

193: Metroid Dread Becomes Best Selling Metroid Game, Reconfirmed Release Dates for Upcoming Games, Nintendo Has No Interest in Acquisitions, and A New Bond Game Soon?!

Follow Us

192: Switch Exclusive on PC, Retro Studios Hiring for Metroid Prime, BOTW 2 Delayed?, and Epic vs. Apple Battle Continues

Follow Us

191: Microsoft Buys Activision Blizzard, Life is Strange Delayed, and Pandemic Getting Removed from eShop

Follow Us

190: Fake Nintendo Websites, Nintendo Cracks Down on BOTW Mod Vids, Assassins Creed Collection on Switch

Follow Us

185: Official Licensed Smash Bros. Championship, Giant Cuber Switch Sales, and Rockstar is Sorry

Follow Us

184: Nintendo Switch Production Issues, Switch Midway Through Life Cycle, Metroid Prime 1 Remake, Twitch on Switch, and more!

Follow Us

183: Switch Has a LOT of Games, Skyward Sword Selling Well, Pikmin Bloom, and Animal Crossing Update

Follow Us

182: Nintendo Closing Offices, NSO+ Issues, No More DLC for Animal Crossing, and Tomb Raider on Switch

Follow Us

181: SUDA51 Talks Three New IP's, CD Project Group Acquires Dev Company, Metroid Dread Patch, and More!

Follow Us

179: Improved Joy-Cons, Final Smash Fighter, Kingdom Hearts on Switch, GTA Trilogy on Switch, Arceus Wont Be Open-World

Follow Us

178: Switch Hour Count, Sakurai Takes a Break, Metroid Dread Report, Super Nintendo World Expansion

Follow Us

177: We Got the September Nintendo Direct!

Follow Us

176: Switch FINALLY Supports Bluetooth Audio!!

Follow Us

175: Nintendo Not Attending Tokyo Game Show, Switch Price-Cut, Next Lego and Nintendo Collaberation, Most Elusive Pokemon

Follow Us

171: Switch Sales Slumping, Switch 7th Biggest Console, Mario Kart Still Selling, Metroid Dread Report, Pokemon Go Push Back, Mario Golf Update, Hanafuda Cards

Follow Us

169: 2020 Olympic Games, Robots Playing Super Mario Bros., Nintendo Games Making Money for Charity

Follow Us

167: A New Nintendo Switch Has Been Announced!!

Follow Us

166: N64 Turns 25, Hot Wheels + Mario Kart Raceway, and Splatoon 2 Online Lounge Discontinued

Follow Us

165: Nintendo's E3 Direct Peak Viewers, New Switch Release, Bayonetta 3 Still "Alive and Well", Pokemon Unite

Follow Us

163: Pokemon Company Breaking Records, New Nintendo Museum, and Our E3 Predictions!

Follow Us

160: Nintendo Confirms More Games, Switch Calculator, New 2D Metroid Game, and Switch Pro OLED Display Confirmed?

Follow Us

157: Mario Kart Tour Still Going Strong, Super Nintendo World Closing, LEGO Luigi, and the Perfect Printer for Pokemon Snap?!

Follow Us

154: Fortnite Performance Update, Mario Kart Ride Built on Game Engine, Indigenous Pokemon Artwork, and Tons More!

Follow Us

150: Super Switch, Super Nintendo World USA, and Among Us Updates

Follow Us

149: Pokémon 25th, Tony Hawk, more Animal Crossing + Happy Birthday Michael!

Follow Us

139: HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Follow Us

137: Switch v11.0 Update, Splatoon Tournament Canceled, & Should You Buy Fire Emblem?

Follow Us

135: Nvidia Sets Records With Switch, the Next Animal Crossing Update News, and More!

Follow Us

133: Switch Outsells NES, Nintendo Reconfirms Release Dates for Games, Amazon Shipping Mario-Themed Boxes, Pokemon Go's Best Year, and Animal Crossing Goes to the NFL

Follow Us

130: Switch is the Best-Selling Console in US for 22 Months, Reduced Joy-Con Price, More Physical Mario Rewards, Stardew Valley Update, and much More!

Follow Us

129: Age of Calamity and Pikmin 3 Treehouse, More Joy-Con Drift Chat, Super Nintendo World Update, and Another Splatfest!

Follow Us

128: Getting Physical Rewards for Platinum Points, Nintendo Legal Battles, Animal Crossing Awards, Minecraft in Smash, and More!

Follow Us

127: Amazon Luna, Nintendo Getting Sued...Again, Metroid Prime 4 News, Rocket League, and Animal Crossing Fall Update!