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Nintendo Power Podcast

Nintendo Power Podcast

Nintendo Power Podcast is the official podcast of Nintendo of America, with discussions and commentary from Nintendo staff and special guests.

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001 Nintendo Switch Year in Review / The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Developer Discussion

In this debut episode of Nintendo Power Podcast, host Chris Slate looks back at the Nintendo Switch system in 2017 with Kit Ellis, co-host of Nintendo Minute, and Damon Baker from Publisher and Developer Relations at Nintendo of America. Chris then discusses the development of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild with the game?s producer, Mr. Eiji Aonuma, and director, Mr. Hidemaro Fujibayashi. 00:00 ? Introduction 02:52 ? Nintendo Switch in 2017: E3 08:55 ? Nintendo Switch in 2017: Third-party and indie games 16:46 ? Nintendo Switch in 2017: Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 24:05 ? Warp Zone quiz 26:30 ? Developer interview: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 01:07:58 ? Signoff Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Mature by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGIY_O-8vW4rfX98KlMkvRg
2017-12-21
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002 Nintendo Labo Roundtable / Listener Questions / Pros' Picks

Following the announcement of Nintendo Labo, host Chris Slate discusses what it's like to build Toy-Con with guests Krysta Yang, co-host of Nintendo Minute, and Nate Bihldorff, Senior Director of Localization at Nintendo of America. The group also recommends games they've been enjoying, answers listener questions, and takes this month's Warp Zone game quiz. 00:00 - Introduction 01:12 - Pros' Picks (game recommendations) 17:41 - Warp Zone (quiz) 20:15 - Player's Pulse (listener questions) 46:32 - Nintendo Labo discussion 55:49 - Signoff Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Mature by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-01-26
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003 Celeste Developer Interview / Our Most-Played Nintendo Switch Games

Host Chris Slate discusses the hit new Nintendo Switch platforming game Celeste with its creators, Matt Thorson and Noel Berry. Also, Chris talks with Reiko Ninomiya and Tim O?Leary from the Nintendo Treehouse about the games that defined the first year of the Nintendo Switch system. The group also answers listener questions, takes the Warp Zone game quiz, and more. 00:00 - Introduction 01:15 - Pros' Picks (game recommendations) 09:09 - Warp Zone (quiz) 12:43 - Player's Pulse (listener questions) 28:51 - Game Forecast 32:26 - Celeste Developer Interview 53:11 - Signoff Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Mature by the ESRB. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild: Full game required to use DLC (sold separately). Kirby Star Allies: Additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Games, systems and some accessories sold separately. Detective Pikachu: Game in 2D. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-02-28
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004 Interview Special - Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes + Mark of the Ninja Remastered

This special all-interviews episode digs deep into two killer games coming to the Nintendo Switch system. First, host Chris Slate talks to Suda51 from Grasshopper Manufacture about Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes, then Chris is joined by Corey Rollins from Klei Entertainment to discuss Mark of the Ninja Remastered. Plus, Bill Trinen from Nintendo Treehouse stops by to chat about two tournaments happening during the same time as E3 2018: Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018 and Splatoon 2 World Championships. 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Nintendo tournaments with Bill Trinen 04:30 - Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes with Suda51 21:50 - Mark of the Ninja Remastered with Corey Rollins 47:13 - Signoff Games discussed have been rated Rating Pending to Mature by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. US and CA residents only; 13+; access to Nintendo Switch system, Splatoon 2, and high-speed internet required. To participate, register by 4/21/18 at 9:00AM PT; visit https://battlefy.com/splatoon2, provide requested information and agree to Official Rules. Team captain must also register team. Qualifiers (single elimination, Turf War) will be held on 4/21/18 at 11 a.m. PT; top 8 teams (verified by Nintendo) will be eligible to advance to finals (double elimination, Ranked Battle) on 4/28/18 at 8:00AM PT. Each member of the first, second and third place teams will receive a prize. 1st Place Prize (to receive prize, at least 4 team members must agree to participate in Splatoon 2 World Championship 2018): Trip to participate in Splatoon 2 World Championship 2018 and attend E3, plus one (1) download code for Splatoon 2 DLC Octo Expansion (full game required to use DLC; sold separately) and (1) Pearl & Marina amiibo 2-pack (ARV $2,069). 2nd Place Prize: one (1) download code for Splatoon 2 DLC Octo Expansion (full game required to use DLC; sold separately) and Pearl & Marina amiibo 2-pack (ARV $45); 3rd Place Prize: one (1) Pearl & Marina amiibo 2-pack (ARV $25). Skill of participating players determines the winner(s). Details and restrictions apply; visit https://e3.nintendo.com/splatoon-2-inkling-open/rules for full rules. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc.
2018-03-30
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005 Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze + Our Favorite Donkey Kong Games

Host Chris Slate is joined by Samantha Robertson and Todd Buechele from Nintendo Treehouse to discuss all the big and little enhancements made to the Donkey Kong Country(TM): Tropical Freeze game for the Nintendo SwitchTM system. And to celebrate Donkey Kong?s debut on Nintendo Switch, all the usual episode segments ? Pro?s Picks, the Warp Zone game quiz and Player?s Pulse listener questions ? are devoted to Nintendo?s number-one ape. 00:00 ? Introduction 01:05 ? Pro?s Picks 06:17 ? Warp Zone 09:49 ? Player?s Pulse 22:35 ? Game Forecast 24:21 ? Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Discussion 38:00 ? Signoff Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Teen by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-04-30
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006 Special Episode from E3 2018: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Reggie & More!

Host Chris Slate is joined by Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang from Nintendo Minute to discuss all things Nintendo from E3 2018, from big announcements to tournaments to the amazing new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate(TM) game for the Nintendo Switch(TM) system. The team also welcomes two special guests to the show: the winner of the Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018, ZeRo, and the President and COO of Nintendo of America himself, Reggie Fils-Aimé! 00:00 ? Introduction 00:32 ? Reggie Fils-Aimé 22:58 ? Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018 Winner 47:54 ? Our Favorite Moments from E3 2018 58:32 ? Signoff Games discussed have been rated Rating Pending to Mature by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-06-15
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007 Overcooked! 2 Developers + Nintendo Power 30th Anniversary

Host Chris Slate is joined by two guests from Nintendo Of America ? Doug Bowser, head of Sales & Marketing, and Katie Casper from the Publisher and Developer Relations group ? to discuss recent and upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system, plus the debut of Nintendo Power? magazine 30 years ago. Chris also chats with Phil Duncan and Olie De-Vine from Ghost Town Games about the creation of the Overcooked! Special Edition game and its upcoming sequel, Overcooked! 2. 00:28 ? Introduction 00:40 ? Pros? Picks 10:04 ? Warp Zone Quiz 15:13 ? Player?s Pulse 24:43 ? Game Forecast 27:15 ? Interview with the developers of Overcooked! Special Edition and Overcooked! 2 47:23 ? How to contact us Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Teen by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-07-19
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008 Fighting Game Blowout, feat. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!

Host Chris Slate is joined by Toph, a competitive Super Smash Bros.? player and commentator, and JC Rodrigo from Nintendo Treehouse to discuss recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate announcements, the competitive scene and their favorite fighting games. The guests also answer listener questions, take the Warp Zone quiz and more. 01:06 ? Pros? Picks 07:51 ? Warp Zone Quiz 11:41 ? Player?s Pulse 42:29 ? Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Discussion 56:23 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated Everyone to Teen by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-08-30
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Fall Game Guide 2018

Host Chris Slate is joined by Nintendo of America's Kirk Scott and Vince Chon from the Publisher and Developer Relations team, plus Camille Van Duyn from Strategic Communications to discuss recent game announcements and some of the biggest titles coming this fall to the Nintendo Switch system. The group also responds to listener comments about the Nintendo Entertainment System ? Nintendo Switch Online lineup, takes the Warp Zone quiz and more. 01:08 ? Recent Game Announcements 24:15 ? Pros' Picks 31:36 ? Warp Zone Quiz 35:31 ? Player's Pulse 45:01 ? Fall Game Guide Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-10-02
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Pokémon: Let?s Go - 5 Features for Longtime Fans

Host Chris Slate is joined by Theresa Apolinario from Nintendo Treehouse and Zach Drapala from SwitchForce and GhostRobo on YouTube to discuss five features for longtime Pokémon fans in the Pokémon: Let?s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let?s Go, Eevee! games. The group also talks about other recent and upcoming Nintendo Switch games, answers listener questions, takes the Warp Zone quiz and more. 00:58 ? Pokémon: Let?s Go - 5 Features for Longtime Fans 0:27:59 ? Pros' Picks 0:36:54 ? Warp Zone Quiz 0:39:37 ? Player's Pulse 0:58:45 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-11-15
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Nintendo Holiday Memories with Bill Trinen & Peer Schneider

'Tis the season for gaming gifts, family co-op and pine-scented Nintendo nostalgia. Bill Trinen from Nintendo Treehouse and Peer Schneider from IGN join host Chris Slate to share their happiest Nintendo holiday memories, plus plenty of heart-warming holiday stories submitted by our listeners. And, of course they take the Warp Zone quiz, discuss their current gaming obsessions and look ahead to big titles coming in December and January. Get cozy by the fire, hit play and enjoy a heaping helping of holiday spirit. 0:00:41 - Nintendo Holiday Memories 0:32:07 ? Pros' Picks 0:41:30 - Warp Zone Quiz 0:47:24 - Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-12-05
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Fan-Favorite Games of 2018

What was the year's most fun multiplayer game that secretly ruins friendships? What was the best Super Smash Bros. Ultimate moment? What was the best game of 2018? These questions keep our panel up at night. Host Chris Slate and guests Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang from Nintendo Minute need their rest, so we asked our trustworthy listeners to vote on the answers in this special year-end episode. 01:40 - Most Fun Multiplayer Game That Secretly Ruins Friendships 04:31 - Best Retro Redux (New games in a retro style) 08:15 - The "Welcome Back" Category (Remastered/enhanced games) 12:27 - The "Whoa, Neat!" Category (Cool/creative new products) 15:44 - Best Ballgame 17:37 - Most Hype Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Moment 22:28 - Most Challenging Game 27:00 - Most Relaxing Game 29:30 - Best-Looking Game 31:49 - Best Soundtrack 34:08 - Best Narrative 37:45 - Character of the Year 55:21 - Players' Game of the Year Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2018-12-20
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Super Mario Maker 2 and More Big Games for 2019

Super Mario Maker 2! The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening! Astral Chain! The recent Nintendo Direct added several big Nintendo Switch games to the year's growing lineup. Host Chris Slate wouldn't stop gushing about the news to everyone within earshot, so to get some work done, his coworkers locked him in a room with Bill Trinen from Nintendo Treehouse and Anthony Foster from the social media team at Nintendo of America. It turned out they couldn't wait to talk about the games, too! 00:42 ? Big Games for 2019 26:32 ? Player?s Pulse 32:10 ? Pro?s Picks 37:53 ? Warp Zone Quiz 42:05 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-02-15
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Nintendo Switch Spring Game Guide 2019

If you're like Nintendo Power host Chris Slate, warm springtime weather makes you excited to...play video games! (Then again, everything makes him excited to play video games.) This episode, Chris is joined by Katie Casper and Stephanie Palermo from Nintendo of America to talk about some of the coolest new titles coming this season, including Yoshi's Crafted World?, Nintendo Labo?: VR Kit, Cuphead, Mortal Kombat 11, a crazy number of Final Fantasy and Resident Evil classics, and many more! 01:13 ? Spring Game Guide 2019 39:30 ? Player's Pulse 44:37 ? Pro's Picks 49:39 ? Warp Zone Quiz Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-04-01
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Joker Joins the Battle in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!

At long last, the Joker paid DLC and free 3.0 update are arriving for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! Join host Chris Slate and guests JC Rodrigo from Nintendo Treehouse and Joe Bustos from the Nintendo of America social team as they discuss what makes Joker such a popular character with fans, and detail moves and strategies players can use to get started with the character in the Super Smash Bros.? Ultimate game. The group also covers the new 3.0 features, shares game recommendations and takes the Warp Zone quiz! 01:00 - Joker Joins the Battle 24:48 - Pro?s Picks 38:55 - Warp Zone Quiz Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to EVERYONE 10+ by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-04-17
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Super Mario Maker 2 Reveals + Resident Evil blowout!

The recent Nintendo Direct blew the lid off Super Mario Maker 2 and caused host Chris Slate to flip his lid! Chris is joined by Nintendo of America's Stephanie Palermo to discuss the game's newly revealed features and what they mean for aspiring makers. Then, Capcom's Mike Lunn invites the duo to Capcom HQ in San Francisco to talk about the trio of Resident Evil remakes hitting Nintendo Switch on May 21. The group also recommends games they've been playing, reads fans' comments about their favorite Capcom classics, takes the Warp Zone quiz and discusses cool upcoming games! 00:53 - Super Mario Maker 2 37:50 - Pro?s Picks 45:01 - Player?s Pulse 58:42 - Warp Zone Quiz 1:03:52 - Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-05-17
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Special E3 2019 Episode: Luigi's Mansion 3, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening and more with Doug Bowser!

E3 2019 is over, but excitement for the next wave of Nintendo Switch games is just getting started! Kit Ellis from Nintendo Minute joins host Chris Slate to share their thoughts on the show's biggest games and announcements, with special guests Pete Hines from Bethesda Softworks and the president of Nintendo of America, Doug Bowser! 00:53 ? Top E3 News with Doug Bowser 23:24 ? Bethesda's Big Lineup with Pete Hines 41:07 ? Final thoughts on E3 2019 Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-06-14
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Super Mario Maker 2: Tips from Nintendo Treehouse!

Super Mario Maker 2 is finally here, and host Chris Slate now exists only to slide down slopes, stack Meowsers and decorate death traps with Semisolid Platforms. Oh, and to make podcasts, especially when the guests are Eric Smith and Morgan Ritchie from Nintendo Treehouse, who created courses for the Super Mario Maker 2 Invitational 2019! The trio trade tips and leave audio evidence that, for nearly an hour at least, they took a break from building. They also share game recommendations, talk about titles hitting in July, take the Warp Zone Quiz and more! 00:29 ? Super Mario Maker 2 Tips 33:53 ? Player?s Pulse 36:29 ? Pro?s Picks 41:52 ? Warp Zone Quiz 45:09 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. Use these Course IDs to challenge the Super Mario Maker 2 Invitational 2019 courses discussed in this episode: Round I: Invitational 2019 - 641-9CJ-J9G Round II: Invitational 2019 - 8CJ-376-MXF Finals I: Invitational 2019 - 22R-N5T-YCG Finals II: Invitational 2019 - 2GW-H75-44G Finals III: Invitational 2019 - N1J-HKT-DLF Finals IV: Invitational 2019 - DM7-K5X-1MG If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-06-28
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Game Boy 30th Anniversary ? Our Favorite Games!

30 years ago, Game Boy launched in North America and ushered in a bold new world of gaming on the go. To celebrate the big anniversary, host Chris Slate is joined by Dan Owsen from Nintendo Treehouse and Jeremy Parish, Senior Creative Director at Greenlit Content, to pick their all-time favorite Game Boy games. Enjoy a nostalgia-fueled trip back in time as the panel remembers the hits and hidden gems that changed gaming forever. The group also shares game recommendations, talks about upcoming new games, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and more! 00:44 ? Our Favorite Game Boy Games 37:10 ? Player?s Pulse 43:30 ? Pro?s Picks 48:43 ? Warp Zone Quiz 52:41 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-07-31
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Fire Emblem: Three Houses In-Depth Discussion

If you?re like us, you never get tired of talking about Fire Emblem?: Three Houses. The game has so much to do and discover! Host Chris Slate is just starting his adventure, but superfans Krysta Yang from Nintendo Minute and Joe Bustos from the Nintendo social team are here to put him on the right path. The team trades tips and talks about their favorite characters and storylines, all without dropping any major spoilers. The group also shares game recommendations, talks about upcoming new titles, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and more! 00:51 ? Fire Emblem: Three Houses 34:54 ? Player?s Pulse 38:57 ? Pro?s Picks 47:55 ? Warp Zone Quiz 50:36 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-08-30
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Fall Game Frenzy: Luigi?s Mansion 3 and more!

Fall is filled with exciting new games for Nintendo Switch? fans, and on the latest episode of Nintendo Power Podcast, host Chris Slate and Katie Casper from Nintendo of America dig into some of the biggest ones. From Luigi?s Mansion? 3 to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt ? Complete Edition and more, there?s something here for every kind of player. The panel also recommends games they?ve been enjoying, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and more! 01:05 ? Pro?s Picks 12:35 ? Player?s Pulse 22:25 ? Warp Zone Quiz 25:16 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2019-10-16
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Talkin? Terry Bogard in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!

Terry is not only the newest fighter to join the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass*, but in some ways, he?s one of the most unique. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate insider Demetrius Boggs from Nintendo Treehouse joins host Chris Slate and Anthony Foster from Nintendo of America to talk all things Terry, trade beginner tips, and even dive into the character?s possible tournament potential. The panel also gives their final post-playthrough impressions of the Luigi?s Mansion? 3 game, recommends games they?ve been enjoying, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and more! 00:46 ? Terry Talk 17:28 ? Pro?s Picks 28:36 ? Player?s Pulse 36:25 ? Warp Zone Quiz 38:49 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo *Full version of game required to use DLC. Sold separately.
2019-11-12
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Fan-Favorite Games of 2019 Winners Revealed!

The poll has closed, and the votes have been counted ? all that?s left to do is announce YOUR fan-favorite games of 2019! From franchise favorites like the Luigi?s Mansion? 3 and Fire Emblem?: Three Houses games to indie sensations like Cuphead and Untitled Goose Game, many of the year?s most memorable games are among the nominees. Join host Chris Slate and guests Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang from Nintendo Minute as they announce the winners and share their own picks in this special year-end episode. 01:46 ? Coolest Co-op 06:22 ? Most Vicious Versus 10:55 ? Brightest Bright Idea 13:55 ? Most Unexpected 18:02 ? Favorite Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Character 20:57 ? Toughest Challenge 23:55 ? Most Glorious Graphics 26:35 ? Sweetest Soundtrack 29:07 ? Most Sensational Story 32:39 ? Indie Excellence 35:04 ? Biggest Brain-Bender 40:01 ? Platforming Perfection 42:51 ? Most Epic RPG 45:56 ? Players? Game of the Year Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/
2019-12-16
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Shovel Knight Unearthed with Yacht Club Games

Masterclass gameplay, pixel-perfect nostalgia and laugh-out-loud storytelling have taken Shovel Knight from indie darling to blockbuster franchise. In celebration of the game?s final new campaign after seven years of ongoing development, host Chris Slate talks to Sean Velasco and Sandy Gordon from Yacht Club Games about the game?s creation and evolution, and what comes next. The group also recommends games they?ve been enjoying, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and picks their top upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch! 00:30 ? Shovel Knight Unearthed with Yacht Club Games 39:41 ? Pro?s Picks 45:57 ? Warp Zone Quiz 49:43 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-01-30
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Top Things to Try in Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Whoa, there ? what?s the rush? The Animal Crossing?: New Horizons game launches in less than a month, so it?s time to slow down and slip into an island state of mind. This episode, host Chris Slate talks with Bill Hutchens and Kristen Copeland from Nintendo Treehouse, and Anthony Foster from the social media team at Nintendo of America, about all the things they look forward to doing on their deserted island getaway. If that doesn?t put you in vacation mode, try listening to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons music track included at the end of the episode. The group also recommends their favorite recent games, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and picks their top upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch? system. 00:49 ? Animal Crossing: New Horizons 18:40 ? Player?s Pulse 22:40 ? Pro?s Picks 28:56 ? Warp Zone Quiz 31:55 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-02-28
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Tales & Tips from Our First Two Weeks!

Like anyone coming back from a trip to an island paradise, this episode?s guests can?t wait to talk about it. After sharing their vacation plans last episode, host Chris Slate is joined once again by Bill Hutchens and Kristen Copeland from Nintendo Treehouse, and Anthony Foster from the social media team at Nintendo of America to trade tales and tips from their first two weeks with the Animal Crossing?: New Horizons game. The group also recommends their favorite recent games, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and picks their top upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch? system. 00:30 ? Animal Crossing: New Horizons 28:48 ? Player?s Pulse 31:00 ? Pro?s Picks 41:22 ? Warp Zone Quiz 45:24 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-04-03
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Super Mario Maker 2 & Animal Crossing: New Horizons Updates: Talk + Tips!

If you ask us, you can never have too much of a good thing. That goes double for the Super Mario Maker? 2 and Animal Crossing?: New Horizons games, which both just received big updates! Host Chris Slate is joined by Super Mario Maker 2 veteran Morgan Ritchie from Nintendo Treehouse and Animal Crossing: New Horizons superfan Yafine Lee from the Strategic Communications team at Nintendo of America to talk about the new features and trade tips on how to make the most of them. The group also recommends their favorite action-exploration games for Metroid? fans, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and picks their top upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch? system. 00:43 ? Super Mario Maker 2 & Animal Crossing: New Horizons Updates 34:28 ? Player?s Pulse 38:28 ? Pro?s Picks: Action-Exploration Games 51:12 ? Warp Zone Quiz 56:05 ? Game Forecast Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-05-05
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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Deep Dive!

One of our favorite RPGs just made the jump to the Nintendo Switch? system with epic upgrades, and we?re really feeling it! Host Chris Slate is joined by Rob Watters from Nintendo Treehouse and Joe Bustos from the social media team at Nintendo of America to share their experiences with the Xenoblade Chronicles?: Definitive Edition game, plus their favorite new features and gameplay tips. The group also holds the first-ever installment of Nintendo Power Game Club, featuring the classic NES? StarTropics? game, takes the Warp Zone Quiz, picks their top new titles for Nintendo Switch and more! 00:44 - Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition 30:45 - Player?s Pulse 34:41 - Nintendo Power Game Club: StarTropics 50:35 - Warp Zone Quiz 53:55 - Game Forecast Ending music: ?Bionis? Shoulder? from Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-06-10
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Unfolding Paper Mario: The Origami King ? Hands-On Discussion!

A grand Paper Mario? adventure is about to unfold on the Nintendo Switch? system, and in this episode, we talk about every new crease! Host Chris Slate is joined by Ethan Stockton from Nintendo Treehouse and Camille Van Duyn from the Strategic Communications team at Nintendo of America to share their detailed thoughts about the Paper Mario: The Origami King game after many hours of play. The group also discusses a unique and touching summer trip in Wide Ocean Big Jacket (this episode?s featured Nintendo Power Game Club game), takes the Warp Zone Quiz, picks their top new titles for Nintendo Switch and more! 00:36 ? Paper Mario: The Origami King 35:01 - Player?s Pulse 41:12 - Nintendo Power Game Club: Wide Ocean Big Jacket 55:15 - Warp Zone Quiz 1:01:11 - Game Forecast Ending music is from Paper Mario: The Origami King. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-07-16
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Indie World Showcase Special with Hades Developer Interview!

The August Indie World Showcase just revealed some of the coolest games coming to the Nintendo Switch? system, like Hades, the next epic action title from fan-favorite developer Supergiant Games! Host Chris Slate sits down with Supergiant?s Creative Director Greg Kasavin to get all the juicy details. Chris is also joined by Nintendo of America?s Kristen Lynch from the Publisher & Developer Relations team and Michael Grimm from the social media team to dig into all the other new indie games and pick their favorites. The group also discusses Supergiant?s Transistor in Nintendo Power Game Club, takes the Warp Zone Quiz, names their top upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch and decides whether Pikachu or Yoshi would make the best pet! 00:30 ? Hades developer discussion 31:22 ? Indie World Showcase 39:23 ? Player?s Pulse 44:01 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Transistor 1:00:25 ? Warp Zone Quiz 01:05:06 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-08-18
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Super Mario 35th Anniversary Special, Featuring Super Mario 3D All-Stars!

This month marks 35 years of Super Mario? games, so to babble about his favorite bros., host Chris Slate called up three Mario maniacs from Nintendo Treehouse: Nate Bihldorff, Reiko Ninomiya and Tim O?Leary! The group talks about the new Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection, their first experiences with the original Super Mario Bros.? game and many Mario milestones in between! The guests also challenge a special Super Mario quiz, reveal the winning responses in a series of Super Mario fan polls and pick their most anticipated upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system. 00:44 ? Super Mario 3D All-Stars 19:16 ? Super Mario Mania 28:17 ? Player?s Pulse 31:48 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Super Mario Bros. 40:27 ? Warp Zone Quiz 44:20 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Super Mario 64. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to TEEN by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-09-18
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Pikmin 3 Deluxe: Top 5 Things to Know Before You Play

With only a week to go before the Pikmin? 3 Deluxe game sprouts up on store shelves and takes root in Nintendo eShop, Chris digs into the game with series superfan Corey from Nintendo Treehouse and series newbie Yafine. They cover the top five things players should know, including hands-on impressions of the new side-story missions and other additions, gameplay tips and more! The group also gets into the Halloween spirit with the Luigi?s Mansion? 3 game on its one-year anniversary, debates the creepiest enemies in the Legend of Zelda? series, challenges the Warp Zone quiz and picks their most anticipated upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system. Never played a Pikmin game before? Download the free Pikmin 3 Deluxe demo from Nintendo eShop! 00:42 ? Pikmin 3 Deluxe 30:27 ? Player?s Pulse 34:34 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Luigi?s Mansion 3 46:29 ? Warp Zone Quiz 49:55 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Luigi?s Mansion 3. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-10-23
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The Legend of Zelda Series Special Featuring Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity!

It?s a special episode for fans of the Legend of Zelda? series! Starting today, fans of the Legend of Zelda?: Breath of the Wild game can go back 100 years to experience the events of the new Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity game! To help Chris geek out over the prequel?s many guest appearances and other cool connections, he?s joined by Chiko from Nintendo Treehouse and Joe from the Nintendo of America social team. Both share their impressions of the game after beating it, without revealing any big spoilers. The group also revisits The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild in the Nintendo Power Game Club segment and shares the results of Legend of Zelda series fan polls. Plus, they take part in the Warp Zone game quiz and pick their most anticipated upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system. Never played a Hyrule Warriors game before? Download the free Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity demo from Nintendo eShop! 00:43 ? Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity 23:28 ? Player?s Pulse 29:19 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 43:46 ? Warp Zone Quiz 48:03 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-11-20
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Nintendo Switch Fan-Favorite Games of 2020 Revealed!

The holiday season is full of fun, time-honored traditions?like discussing the year?s most magnificent Nintendo Switch? games! From Animal Crossing?: New Horizons and Super Mario 3D All-Stars? to Hades, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and many more, fans chose from a long list of nominees to vote for their favorites. Now, it?s time for Chris and Nintendo Minute?s Kit and Krysta to reveal the winners in this special year-end episode. 01:37 ? Merry Multiplayer 04:27 ? Fresh Ideas 06:35 ? Intense Action 10:31 ? Animal Crossing: New Horizons Activity 13:48 ? Spiffy Indie 19:45 ? Great Graphics 22:53 ? Super Soundtrack 27:36 ? Sooo Relaxing 31:15 ? What a Story! 36:25 ? Cool Character 40:21 ? Tough Challenge 45:14 ? 35 Years of Super Mario! 48:38 ? Players? Game of the Year Ending music is from Super Mario 3D World. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2020-12-21
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Monster Hunter Rise + Ghosts ?n Goblins (Feat. Team Capcom!)

Street Fighter. Mega Man. Resident Evil. For decades, Capcom has developed iconic series and classic games, and in this episode, Chris covers some of his favorites with Capcom?s own Mike and Yuri. Stephanie from Nintendo of America joins too, and the group starts by sharing stories of their recent hunt together in the upcoming Monster Hunter Rise game for the Nintendo Switch? system. They also reveal the results of Capcom fan polls, take an all-Capcom Warp Zone Quiz, revisit the Capcom NES? and Super NES? classics Ghosts ?n Goblins and Super Ghouls ?n Ghosts, and pick their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch games (including a couple Capcom contenders)! So, power up your Mega Buster, charge up your Flash Kick, buff up with your Hunting Horn and join in! 00:30 ? Monster Hunter Rise 25:18 ? Player?s Pulse 29:57 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Ghosts ?n Goblins + Super Ghouls ?n Ghosts 41:53 ? Warp Zone Quiz 47:41 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Monster Hunter Rise. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-01-29
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser?s Fury Blowout!

This episode, Chris gets his paws on a purr-fect pair of platformers with the Super Mario? 3D World + Bowser?s Fury game! Together with Owen from Nintendo Treehouse and Camille from the Strategic Communications team at Nintendo of America, Chris covers all the cool new additions to Super Mario 3D World and examines the brand-new Bowser?s Fury mode. The panel also pounces on the recent retro-inspired ninja-platformer Cyber Shadow in Nintendo Power Game Club, takes the Warp Zone Quiz, reveals the results of Mario fan polls, picks their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch? games and more! 00:52 ? Super Mario 3D World + Bowser?s Fury 28:33 ? Player?s Pulse 33:29 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Cyber Shadow 43:45 ? Warp Zone Quiz 48:07 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Super Mario 3D World + Bowser?s Fury. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-02-19
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Pokémon 25th Anniversary Special

In this special episode, Chris is joined by Camille and Jayson ? two Pokémon? superfans from Nintendo of America ? to discuss 25 years of Pokémon. From their first Pokémon adventures to their favorite games and preferred partner Pokémon, the group shares their personal Pokémon memories and looks ahead to the series? next wave of experiences coming to the Nintendo Switch? system. The panel also shares the results of Pokémon fan polls, takes a Pokémon themed Warp Zone quiz and picks their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch games! 00:47 ? Pokémon 25th Anniversary 37:04 ? Player?s Pulse 40:44 ? Warp Zone Quiz 44:34 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from the Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version games. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-04-01
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Island-hopping in New Pokémon Snap: Fun Insights, Tips & More!

Chris?s dream of playing a sequel to the Pokémon Snap? game has finally come true after almost 22 years, and he can?t wait to talk about it! Together with fellow fledgling photographers Bill from Nintendo Treehouse and Anthony from the social media team at Nintendo of America, the trio talk about their time with the New Pokémon Snap? game, sharing favorite moments, game features and tips for snapping the perfect pic! The group also enjoys early summer fun with The Touryst in Nintendo Power Game Club, picks their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch? games and more! 00:45 ? New Pokémon Snap 22:42 ? Player?s Pulse 29:32 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: The Touryst 38:56 ? Warp Zone Quiz 44:24 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from New Pokémon Snap. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-04-30
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Nintendo Switch Summer Games Preview

The weather is getting warmer, summer is getting closer, and soon every day will look like a perfect, picturesque scene outside Princess Peach?s castle. And with summer comes a season of exciting new Nintendo Switch? games, which Chris and guests Stephanie and Anthony are here to tell you all about! The team dives into a long list of upcoming titles, including Mario Golf?: Super Rush, The Legend of Zelda?: Skyward Sword HD, Game Builder Garage?, No More Heroes 3 and many more! The trio also discusses their time with the Famicom Detective Club?: The Girl Who Stands Behind and Famicom Detective Club?: The Missing Heir games in Nintendo Power Game Club, shares the results of Nintendo Power Podcast fan polls, takes the Warp Zone Quiz and picks their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch titles. And don?t miss the special bonus segment, where Chris is joined by Bill from Nintendo Treehouse and Delane Parnell from PlayVS to discuss an exciting new way for fans to compete in Super Smash Bros.? Ultimate, Splatoon? 2 and Mario Kart? 8 Deluxe! 01:03 ? Summer Games Preview 48:04 ? Player?s Pulse 52:11 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind and Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir 105:47 ? Warp Zone Quiz 110:16 ? Game Forecast 113:57 ? BONUS: Nintendo + PlayVS Competitive Play Partnership Ending music is from Mario Golf: Super Rush. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-06-02
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Nintendo at E3 2021 with Doug Bowser!

Metroid? Dread, Advance Wars? 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, WarioWare?: Get It Together!, Mario Party? Superstars, the sequel to The Legend of Zelda?: Breath of the Wild and so much more! Chris can?t stop buzzing about the big announcements from E3, and he?s joined by none other than Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser to recap all the news in this special edition of Nintendo Power Podcast. 01:54 ? Metroid Dread   03:56 ? The Legend of Zelda   09:32 ? Two Nintendo Series Return!   12:15 ? Mario Fun   15:06 ? So Many More Games! Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-06-18
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Soaring Through The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD

This episode, Chris and guests Ethan from Nintendo Treehouse and Joe from the social media team at Nintendo of America take flight on their Loftwings to soar through the Legend of Zelda?: Skyward Sword HD game. The trio shares their hands-on impressions of the game?s new features and improvements, discusses its legacy in the Legend of Zelda series, and more! The group also digs into Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King in Nintendo Power Game Club, which is a fun find for any fan of the classic Legend of Zelda?: A Link to the Past game for the Super NES? system. There?s also a series of silly Legend of Zelda fan polls and a special Legend of Zelda edition of the Warp Zone quiz, plus the group picks their most anticipated upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system. 00:42 ? The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD 31:45 ? Player?s Pulse 36:31 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King 48:36 ? Warp Zone Quiz 53:51 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-07-28
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Super NES 30th Anniversary: Our Favorite Games, Memories & More!

The Super Nintendo Entertainment System? burst onto the scene in North America 30 years ago this month, sparking a new era of classic Nintendo experiences like the Super Mario World?, Super Metroid? and The Legend of Zelda?: A Link to the Past? games. In honor of the occasion, Chris is joined by Sam from Nintendo Treehouse and David from the Communications team at Nintendo of America to share their favorite Super NES? games and memories. Also, the group gives extra attention to Super Mario World in Nintendo Power Game Club, discusses the results of Super NES fan polls, takes a Super NES quiz, and picks their most anticipated upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch? system. Now you?re playing with power?SUPER power! 00:40 ? Super NES 50:41 ? Player?s Pulse 54:33 ? Nintendo Power Game Club: Super Mario World 1:08:10 ? Warp Zone Quiz 1:12:29 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Super Mario World. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-08-27
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Metroid Dread: Hands-on Impressions & Series Retrospective!

Power up your Charge Beam and get ready for a major Metroid? milestone! After 35 years and a series of unforgettable adventures, the saga that started with the Metroid game on the Nintendo Entertainment System? is about to reach its thrilling conclusion with the Metroid Dread game for the Nintendo Switch? system. To dig deep into the new game and share hands-on experiences, Chris is joined by Metroid series veteran Nate from Nintendo Treehouse and series newcomer Anthony from the Social Media team at Nintendo of America. The trio also take on the Warp Zone quiz, share the results of fun Metroid fan polls and pick their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch games. 01:10 ? Super NES 43:58 ? Player?s Pulse 48:45 ? Warp Zone Quiz 52:49 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Metroid Dread. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-09-29
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Our Favorite Reveals, Fighters & More!

With the release of the fan-favorite Sora character, the Super Smash Bros.? Ultimate roster is finally set! To celebrate, Chris is joined by Bill from Nintendo Treehouse and Michael from the social media team at Nintendo of America to share their favorite reveals, characters, stages, memories and more! The group also recommends fun and spooky games to enjoy on Halloween, they take the Warp Zone Quiz, and they pick their most anticipated upcoming Nintendo Switch? games. 00:40 - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 18:03 - Player?s Pulse 27:33 - Nintendo Power Game Club 38:02 - Warp Zone Quiz 44:17 - Game Forecast Ending music is from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-10-29
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35 Years of The Legend of Zelda ? Top Games & More!

Whether your Legend of Zelda? journey began with an 8-bit adventure or a modern epic, this episode has something for every kind of fan! Together with Ethan and Audrey from Nintendo Treehouse, Chris covers 35 years of Legend of Zelda goodness in this special look at the series. The trio also spotlight The Legend of Zelda? for Nintendo Entertainment System?, take a Warp Zone Quiz inspired by The Legend of Zelda?: Ocarina of Time?, and name the new Nintendo Switch? games they?re looking forward to most. Put on your pointy cap and join the fun! 00:40 - 35 Years of The Legend of Zelda 32:15 - Player?s Pulse 39:20 - Nintendo Power Game Club 54:49 - Warp Zone Quiz 58:22 - Game Forecast Ending music is from The Legend of Zelda. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-12-08
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Nintendo Switch Fan-Favorite Games of 2021 Revealed!

Whether you?re searching for games to get or gift this holiday season, look no further than our Nintendo Switch? Fan-Favorite Games of 2021! From intense action to relaxing recreation, from solo story-driven adventures to frantic multiplayer fun, there?s something for everyone here among the year?s best, chosen by fans. Join Chris and guests Kit and Krysta from Nintendo Minute as they reveal the top vote-getters in this special year-end episode of Nintendo Power Podcast. 02:00 ? Merry Multiplayer 04:56 ? Intense Action 07:29 ? Spiffy Indie 11:24 ? Great Graphics 14:34 ? Super Soundtrack 18:16 ? Sooo Relaxing 23:09 ? What a Story! 27:38 ? Tough Challenge 33:33 ? Rad Revival 37:24 ? Players? Game of the Year Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2021-12-20
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Nintendo Switch 2022 Preview Special!

Nintendo Power Podcast returns for its first episode of 2022, and it?s a doozey! Following the big announcements from the February Nintendo Direct, Chris and guests Anthony and Jayson from the Communications team at Nintendo of America discuss many of the big, new games coming to Nintendo Switch? this year! The gang gabs about Xenoblade Chronicles? 3, Nintendo Switch Sports, Kirby? and the Forgotten Land, Advance Wars? 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, Splatoon? 3, Mario Strikers?: Battle League, the Mario Kart? 8 Deluxe ? Booster Course Pass* and much more! 01:29 ? EarthBound / EarthBound Beginnings 02:13 ? TRIANGLE STRATEGY 04:50 ? Mario Kart 8 Deluxe ? Booster Course Pass 08:38 ? Kirby and the Forgotten Land 14:09 ? CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION 17:38 ? Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp 20:23 ? Nintendo Switch Sports 25:51 ? Metroid Dread Updates 28:57 ? Mario Strikers: Battle League 32:13 ? Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes 35:43 ? Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course 39:37 ? KLONOA Phantasy Reverie Series 42:19 ? Live A Live 46:43 ? Splatoon 3 48:14 ? No Man?s Sky 52:34 ? Disney Speedstorm 53:38 ? Front Mission 1st: Remake 54:39 ? Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Ending music is from Kirby and the Forgotten Land. Games discussed have been rated RATING PENDING to TEEN by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo *Full version of game required to use DLC. Sold separately. Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer play. Games, systems and some accessories sold separately. Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership required to free access Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Booster Course Pack. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online
2022-02-10
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land: We Play Kirby?s First 3D Adventure!

We?re just days away from the release of Kirby?s first 3D adventure with the Kirby? and the Forgotten Land game, and all Chris can talk about are new Copy Abilities, Beast Pack bosses and hunting for hidden Waddle Dees! Luckily, he?s found two guests who are just as excited to share their experiences playing the full game: Theresa from Nintendo Treehouse and Camille from the Communications team at Nintendo of America. The trio also talk about upcoming Nintendo Switch? games, recommend some of their favorites and take the Warp Zone quiz! 00:46 ? Kirby and the Forgotten Land 33:15 ? Game Club: Pokémon Legends: Arceus 39:02 ? Game Club: Spiritfarer 44:51 ? Game Club: Infernax 49:01 ? Warp Zone Quiz 56:20 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Kirby and the Forgotten Land. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE 17+ by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2022-03-23
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We take the field with Nintendo Switch Sports!

With fond Wii Sports? memories in mind, the Nintendo Power Podcast team challenged each other to a full set of Nintendo Switch? Sports events and had a blast! Now, Chris is joined by Damiano from Nintendo Treehouse and Anthony from the social media team at Nintendo of America to talk about their glorious victories and crushing defeats, and to share insights and tips with new Nintendo Switch Sports players. The trio also talk about other recent and upcoming Nintendo Switch? games, recommend some of their favorites and take the Warp Zone quiz! 00:45 ? Nintendo Switch Sports 35:03 ? Player?s Pulse Polls 41:02 ? Game Club: Don?t Starve Together 44:05 ? Game Club: Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics 48:52 ? Game Club: Dr. Mario 51:09 ? Warp Zone Quiz 55:21 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Nintendo Switch Sports. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE 17+ by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast, or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2022-04-28
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We Play Mario Strikers: Battle League and Trade Tips!

After an excruciatingly long off season, Strike players are finally about to return to the pitch with the release of the Mario Strikers?: Battle League game! Chris got in a few games with Ruth from Nintendo Treehouse and Jayson from the Communications team at Nintendo of America, and in this episode, the three of them talk about their time with the title and even trade a few tips. The group also gabs about other recent and upcoming Nintendo Switch? games, recommends some of their favorites and takes a special version of the Warp Zone quiz in honor of the show?s 50th episode! 0:42 ? Mario Strikers: Battle League 36:26 ? Player?s Pulse Polls 36:54 ? Game Club: The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe 40:08 ? Game Club: Mario Party Superstars 42:13 ? Game Club: TowerFall 46:29 ? Warp Zone Quiz 50:47 ? Game Forecast Ending music is from Mario Strikers: Battle League. Games discussed have been rated EVERYONE to MATURE 17+ by the ESRB. If you would like to share any feedback or ideas for the podcast or submit a question to possibly be answered in a future episode, please email us at [email protected]. Follow Nintendo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo/ Follow Nintendo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Subscribe to Nintendo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nintendo
2022-06-08
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