Nintendo Cartridge Society

To commemorate the release of Street Fighter 6, Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Tyler Schnupp to discuss the seminal 1994 Street Fighter movie, starring Raul Julia, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Ming-Na Wen.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

The Dolphin emulator has been removed from Steam, leaving Patrick and Mark to wonder if Nintendo did it on porpoise. Plus, more discussion of Tears of the Kingdom, a listener email about Famicom Detective Club, and more.The guys also talk about:Knights of the Old Republic II Sith Lords Restored Content DLCLive A LiveFire Emblem EngageDragon Quest MonstersSUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark wonder what a post-Tears of the Kingdom 2023 looks like for Nintendo. First, by running down what they *do* know for the rest of the year, and then, you guessed it, peering into their crystal ball and making bold predictions for what's to come. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

With the announcement of Mortal Kombat 1, Patrick and Mark prepare for the ultimate battle: figuring out how 11+1=1. Plus, Nintendo weighs in on which Link smells the worst, more Super Mario Advance games coming to Nintendo Switch Online, and more.The Washington Post's Eiji Aonuma profile: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2023/05/20/eiji-aonuma-zelda-tears-kingdom-producer/The guys also talk about:Tetris 99The Legend of Zelda Tears of the KingdomSummer Games Done QuickDisney SpeedstormSUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark catch up with the news in a post-Tears of the Kingdom world, including record-breaking Zelda sales. Plus, a new update for Splatoon 3, the end of the line for Pac-Man 99, and more.The guys also talk about:Tetris 99The Super Mario Bros. MovieSizzle Season 2023 for Splatoon 3SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark interrupt your regularly scheduled news episode to share their impressions of the first ~15 hours of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Ahead of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Patrick and Mark talk about the things they love from each Zelda game.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Nintendo has revealed ticketing information for Nintendo Live 2023 in Seattle, and Patrick and Mark file the paperwork to form a new family unit to try and secure tickets. Plus, the guys are gripped with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom mania, Wii Sports is inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame, and more.The guys also talk about:Tetris 99The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of MedanDouble Dragon Gaiden - Rise of the DragonsMarvel's Midnight SunsSplatoon 3SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark are joined by returning special guest Colin J. Morris to definitively rank all of the armor sets in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark know what's better than the Super Mario Bros. Movie grossing $1 Millon...it's the Super Mario Bros. Movie grossing $1 Billion. Plus, Nintendo goes to Gamescom, how close (or not close) Super Mario Galaxy is to Super Mario Sunshine, and more.The guys also talk about:Final Fantasy Pixel RemastersTetris 99Microsoft and Activision BlizzardCadence of Hyrule Crypt of the NecroDancerThe Legend of Zelda Tears of the KingdomSUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark are joined by returning special guest Conner McCabe to definitively determine the best Nintendo cats.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark recap last week's Indie World Showcase, and wonder if it's time for Nintendo to refresh the format. Plus, Patrick's impressions of the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters, the last Super Smash Bros. amiibo get a release date, and more.The guys also talk about:Tetris 99Street Fighter VISuper Mario GalaxyStar Wars Republic CommandoSega Genesis Nintendo Switch OnlineThe Super Mario Bros. MovieXenoblade Chronicles 3

Patrick and Mark are joined by returning special guest Emily Rose Jacobson to discuss things from The Super Mario Bros. Movie they'd like to see carry over to the games.Listen to Emily on Popcorn and Pixels: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-and-pixels/id1671003708SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark leap from the sky with excitement after watching the final Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom pre-release trailer. Plus, a new Nintendo fan event announced for North America, Kirby continues their complete and utter domination of Tetris 99 Maximus Cups, and more.The guys also talk about:Super Mario Maker 2Metroid Prime RemasteredPikmin BloomSuper Mario GalaxyNintendo LiveSplatoon 3Star Wars: Republic CommandoThe Super Mario Bros. theme SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark rev their engines and set a course for Truth as they definitively rank all of the items in the Mario Kart series. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick is joined by special guest Matt Acevedo to discuss the explosive performance of The Super Mario Bros. Movie at amped-up theatres and box offices around the globe. Plus, MLB The Show teaches a history lesson, online multiplayer comes to TMNT III: The Manhattan Project, a Bomberman theory falls apart, and more. The guys also talk about:Tetris 99Pikmin BloomPersona 3 PortableMetroid Prime RemasteredTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Cowabunga CollectionFinal Fantasy Pixel Remaster SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

After years of anticipation, The Super Mario Bros. Movie is finally out, and Patrick and Mark have seen it! This episode is divided into two parts: first, spoiler-free impressions of the film, followed by a no-holds-barred breakdown of the film's highs and lows.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Last week Patrick and Mark weren't ready to dance on the grave of E3, but this week they have no choice as E3 2023 is officially canceled. Plus, it's Metroid Mania as Mark finishes Metroid Fusion and Patrick starts Metroid Prime Remastered, free Joy-Con repairs in Europe, and more.The guys also talk about:Tetris 99Splatoon 3Super Mario GalaxyShovel Knight DigKirby and the Forgotten LandThe Legend of Zelda Tears of the KingdomDisney Dreamlight ValleyPokemon StadiumSUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Enjoy this special preview of the first episode of NCS Detective Club, wherein Patrick and Mark discuss the Murder, She Wrote episode "Murder Takes the Bus." For more information and more episodes of the Detective Club (including the end of this episode), check out patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

It's a Zelda double header! First, Patrick and Mark discuss Tuesday's Tears of the Kingdom gameplay footage before each listing their favorite Zelda reveals of all time.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark talk about their last minute pickups as the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShops officially close. Plus, the mysterious physiology of Kirby explored, Ubisoft drops out of E3 2023, and more.The guys also talk about:Tetris 99Metroid FusionPikmin BloomDonkey Kong Country Tropical FreezeShovel Knight DigSamba de Amigo Party CentralFire Emblem Engage Expansion Pass The Fell XenologuePolygon Kirby interview: https://www.polygon.com/23652624/kirby-questions-answered-directors-nintendo-interviewSUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark talk about what Nintendo Switch Online is today and what it could be in the future. They then close it out by drafting their ideal versions of the service from features real and imagined.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Platinum Games and Nintendo are already thinking about the future of Bayonetta, and Patrick and Mark wonder what could be in store after Bayonetta Origins. Plus, Patrick's all the way in on Pikmin Bloom, a new theory on why some Wii U hardware is failing, and more.The guys also talk about:Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of HonjoMario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 4Metroid FusionFire Emblem EngageDonkey Kong Country Tropical FreezeBayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost DemonDisney SpeedstormSonic FrontiersPAX EastDr. Fetus' Mean Meat MachineSplatoon 3SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark create wish lists of Game Boy Advance games they'd like to see added to Nintendo Switch Online. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

The latest Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update reveals five new characters are coming to the game, and Patrick and Mark wonder if it's possible for Dr. Goomba Tower to be one of them? Plus, Mark stumps for Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, Patrick finally gets his Animal Crossing island back, and more. The guys also talk about: Tetris 99 Metroid Fusion Fire Emblem Engage Pikmin Bloom Call of Duty LEGO Mario Ghost Trick Phantom Detective Super Mario Bros. Movie SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark celebrate six years of the Nintendo Switch by each sharing six of their favorite memories with the system. You've heard of "80 for Brady," now get ready for "6 for Switch!" SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark run down all of the ways Nintendo is commemorating Mario this March 10th, and maybe, just maybe, learn to make every day a MAR10 Day. Plus, the origins of the Star Fox character's names, an upcoming Capcom Presents, and more. The guys also talk about: Splatoon 3 Big Run WarioWare Mega MicroGames, Inc. Fire Emblem Engage Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 4 Metroid Prime Remastered Wii U and Nintendo 3DS eShops SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark are joined by returning special guest Ryan Mogge to discuss their experience at Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Hollywood. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

The dulcet tones of Pikachu accompany Patrick and Mark as they snuggle up with all of the news from yesterday's Pokemon Presents. Plus, Nintendo confirms they won't be attending E3 2023, Miyamoto on the legacy of Mario, and more. The guys also talk about: Super Mario Land 2: Six Golden Coins Metroid Prime Remastered Fire Emblem Engage Pokemon Sleep Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition Super Mario Bros. Movie SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark consider which other Nintendo characters could wield the pieces of the Triforce and what sort of Zelda games that would make. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark suffer from kraken-phobia as details are revealed about Fresh Season, the new season of Splatoon 3. Plus, Miyamoto on story in video games, Nintendo heading to PAX East, and more. The guys also talk about: Metroid Prime Remastered Fire Emblem Engage Super Nintendo World SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark make like Mike Jones and tumble through time to discuss their favorite Nintendo games from 5, 10, 20, and 30 years ago. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark enter uncharted territory to discuss the news they missed coming out of last week's Nintendo Direct. Plus, Nintendo's plan to stay relevant, impressions of Metroid Prime Remastered, and more. The Buzzfeed quiz used in today's 4:33: — https://www.buzzfeed.com/sydneymberman/you-are-a-movie-genius-if-you-can-guess-more-than-1mestkufxu The guys also talk about: Tetris 99 GameBoy and GameBoy Advance Nintendo Switch Online Fire Emblem Engage Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Splatoon 3 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137

Patrick and Mark recreate the feel of the original game as they discuss all of the announcements from yesterday's Nintendo Direct. The guys talk about: Pikmin 4 Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass Samba de Amigo Party Central Fashion Dreamer Dead Cells Return to Castlevania TRON Identity Ghost Trick Phantom Detective Deca Police Bayonetta Origins Cereza and the Lost Demon Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass Disney Illusion Island Fire Emblem Engage Expansion Pass Harmony The Fall of Reverie Octopath Traveler II We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie Sea of Stars Omega Strikers Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection Advanced Wars 1+2 Reboot Camp Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe Magalore Epilogue The Interdimensional Traveler Nintendo Switch Online GameBoy and GameBoy Advance Metroid Prime Remastered Master Detective Archives: Rain Code Baten Kaitos I&II Remaster Fantasy Life i The Girl Who Steals Time Professor Layton and the New World of Steam Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark admire the puppet aesthetic as they discuss a Retro Studios pitch from 2013 for a new Star Fox game. Plus, Patrick's impressions of the Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line Demo, our first look at a new character in the Super Mario Bros. Movie, and more. The guys also talk about: Goldeneye 007 Fire Emblem Engage Mario Kart Tour Knockout City SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark celebrate the release of Goldeneye 007 on Nintendo Switch Online by discussing other movies that deserve the "Goldeneye" treatment. Plus, the Sonic Forces Borrowing Program officially becomes the Sonic Forces Ownership Program as the guys randomly draw forever homes for Patrick's copies of Sonic Forces and Untitled Goose Game. FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

In 2023, E3's got no Big 3 as Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony are all reportedly sitting the show out. Plus, Patrick and Mark talk Fire Emblem Engage and Goldeneye 007 on Nintendo Switch Online, A Boy and His Blob gets a retro collection, and more. The guys also talk about: Tetris 99 Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch Online game vouchers The Super Mario Bros. Movie Theatrhythm Final Bar Line MLB The Show 2023 Splatoon 3 FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

With rampant rumors that Nintendo is working on remasters of old games, Patrick and Mark pitch titles orphaned on old systems that they'd like to see get remaster treatment. FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Nintendo is reportedly increasing Switch production leading Patrick and Mark to speculate on what the company has in store for 2023. Plus, Mark's early impressions of Fire Emblem Engage, a new entry in the SteamWorld series, and more. The guys also talk about: Tetris 99 Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion Persona 3 Portable Persona 4 Golden Pockey Card Jockey Ride On! FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark explore the character classes of Fire Emblem Engage the only way they know how: picking Nintendo characters to represent each one. FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark test their reflexes to prepare for the chaos promised by Samurai Kirby 100 — a new sub-game coming to Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe. Plus, HAL Laboratories at GDC, Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope underperforms, and more. The guys also talk about: Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tetris 99 Splatoon 3 Awesome Games Done Quick FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark exchange their crystal balls, psychic-type Pokemon, and magical talismans for slide rulers and lab coats as they use data and reason to look ahead at what Nintendo has in store for 2023. FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050