The Vookcast - Australia's Nintendo Podcast

In this final episode of the Vookcast before Switch 2's release, Ollie, Michael, Angelo, and Luke discuss the last batch of pre-launch news, including the release date for quite a few games, a surprising midnight launch for the console, a bunch of Nintendo app updates,and the origins of Mario Kart World.It's all capped off with an episode of Nintendo 20 Questions that goes down to the wire.Relevant stories:Mario Kart 9: https://www.vooks.net/mario-kart-world-was-almost-an-original-switch-game-called-mario-kart-9/DQ 1+2 HD: https://www.vooks.net/dragon-quest-i-ii-hd-2d-remake-launches-30th-october-switch-2-version-too/Pokemon: https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-legends-z-a-set-to-launch-on-october-16th/WA: https://www.vooks.net/eb-games-now-holding-midnight-launches-in-wa-for-the-switch-2/Switch app: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-app-gets-its-name-change-and-adds-a-lot-of-new-features/Nintendo Music: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-music-is-not-pausing-with-this-new-update/Parental controls: https://www.vooks.net/nintendos-parental-controls-app-is-ready-for-switch-2/Nintendo Classics: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-adds-four-game-boy-games-to-mays-nintendo-classics-lineup/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Bluesky Luke: @renderman7 on Bluesky Angelo: @manjell0 on Bluesky Michael: @subelement on Bluesky Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this huge episode of the Vookcast, Ollie, Michael, and Luke discuss all of the recent news about the Nintendo Switch 2, including the Mario Kart World Direct, Game-Key Cards, digital upgrade pricing, and so much more.It's all capped off with an episode of Nintendo 20 Questions — and the return of Darren's game suggestions. You won't want to miss it.Relevant stories:Financials: https://www.vooks.net/switch-ends-its-final-solo-quarter-with-decent-numbers/Super Mario World oops: https://www.vooks.net/the-next-super-mario-movie-is-called-super-mario-world/Mario Kart Direct: https://www.vooks.net/heres-what-we-learned-from-the-mario-kart-world-direct/Deltarune: https://www.vooks.net/deltarune-is-the-first-cross-buy-switch-and-switch-2-game-aussies-to-unlock-it-first/New firmware: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-firmware-20-0-0-adds-virtual-games-cards-switch-2-trade-in-backup-and-much-more/Marvelous and GKC: https://www.vooks.net/marvelous-usa-confirms-its-switch-2-titles-are-on-the-game-card/Upgrades: https://www.vooks.net/switch-2-digital-upgrade-pack-pricing-starts-at-20-in-australia/Donkey Kong got Norted: https://www.vooks.net/switch-2-will-offer-258-user-profiles-icons-at-launch/Batteries: https://www.vooks.net/switch-2-will-feature-a-handy-battery-optimisation-and-health-setting/VRR: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-confirms-switch-2-only-supports-vrr-in-handheld-mode/Free upgrades: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-details-new-features-in-free-switch-2-patches-for-original-switch-games/Mega Drive: https://www.vooks.net/streets-of-rage-and-two-more-mega-drive-games-added-to-nintendo-switch-online/Fire Emblem GBA: https://www.vooks.net/fire-emblem-the-sacred-stones-added-Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Bluesky Luke: @renderman7 on Bluesky Angelo: @manjell0 on Bluesky Michael: @subelement on Bluesky Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this massive episode of the Vookcast, Ollie, Michael, Angelo, and Luke discuss the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo revealed the Switch 2's price, a host of new games, some surprising features, and finally told us what the C button does.There's no Nintendo 20 Questions this week, though, because this episode is already over 2 hours long, and there were far bigger fish to fry. Tune into the next episode for its return!Relevant stories:Switch 2 release date and price: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-2-to-release-on-june-5/Mario Kart World: https://www.vooks.net/mario-kart-world-will-be-a-launch-title-for-switch-2/Donkey Kong Bananza: https://www.vooks.net/a-brand-new-donkey-kong-game-donkey-kong-bananza-is-coming-to-switch-2-this-july/Switch 2 Editions: https://www.vooks.net/switch-2-edition-game-upgrades-will-let-you-enhance-your-existing-games-for-a-fee/The C Button: https://www.vooks.net/the-switch-2s-mysterious-c-button-lets-you-chat-share-your-screen-and-more/GameCube: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-gamecube-coming-to-nintendo-classics-only-on-switch-2-gamecube-controller-coming-too/Every game announced: https://www.vooks.net/every-nintendo-switch-2-game-announced-so-far/Preorders: https://www.vooks.net/switch-2-australia-pre-order-details/Switch 2 Mega Guide: https://www.vooks.net/the-nintendo-switch-2-mega-guide-everything-you-need-to-know/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Bluesky Luke: @renderman7 on Bluesky Angelo: @manjell0 on Bluesky Michael: @subelement on Bluesky Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie, Michael, Angelo, and Luke discuss the surprise Nintendo Direct in depth — likely the last Switch-only Direct ever. They go over the new Metroid Prime 4 footage, a couple of new Sony-owned games, a brand-new Rhythm Heaven game, a new app, and major changes to digital files... and that's before they get sidetracked.They also reveal their final predictions for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct just days before it airs.  It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Metroid Prime PlayStation games??You =(Tomodachi LifeNintendo TodayVirtual Game CardsThe Whole DirectSend us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Bluesky Luke: @renderman7 on Bluesky Angelo: @manjell0 on Bluesky Michael: @subelement on Bluesky Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the recent Pokémon Day celebrations and revisit the Switch's latter years.They also discuss the new Tony Hawk game, a lovely Aussie game, a strange new collaboration, and more.  It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Pokemon – https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-legends-z-a-arriving-late-2025-with-brand-new-battle-system/More Pokemon – https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-champions-brings-pokemon-battles-to-mobile-and-switch-connects-to-home/Tony Hawk – https://www.vooks.net/tony-hawk-pro-skater-34-kickflips-on-switch-this-july/Tempopo – https://www.vooks.net/tempopo-jumps-onto-nintendo-switch-on-april-17th/Animal Crossing – https://www.vooks.net/animal-crossing-new-horizons-at-sea-life-experiences-coming-to-australia-and-new-zealand/eShop nonsense – https://www.vooks.net/solo-devs-game-copied-sold-under-another-name-on-switch-eshop-ps-store-and-others/NSO – https://www.vooks.net/donkey-kong-94-marios-picross-out-now-on-nintendo-switch-online/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Bluesky Luke: @renderman7 on Bluesky Angelo: @manjell0 on Bluesky Michael: @subelement on Bluesky Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this very special episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, Luke, and special returning guest Ben as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of the Nintendo DS. They also discuss the latest the upcoming Pokémon Presents, a few new retro-style games, and the start of the slow death of the Switch. It's all finished up with a very thematically appropriate round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:- Pokemon – https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-presents-locked-in-for-next-week/Shinobi – https://www.vooks.net/shinobi-art-of-vengeance-slices-onto-switch-this-august/- Samurai Pizza Cats – https://www.vooks.net/samurai-pizza-cats-2d-action-rpg-on-the-way/- Fantasy Life – https://www.vooks.net/fantasy-life-i-the-girl-who-steals-time-now-set-for-may/- Gold Points – https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-is-killing-the-my-nintendo-gold-points-program/- Vouchers – https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-game-vouchers-wont-continue-onto-switch-2/- Robberies – https://www.vooks.net/arrests-made-in-the-aussie-pokemon-tcg-robberies-case/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as start the countdown toward the Switch 2 by looking back at the Switch's stellar first three years of first-party support. They also discuss the latest Nintendo financials, a new patent that could give us insight into the Switch 2, a long-awaited TCG Pocket update, and more. It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Financials: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-tops-150-million-units-sold-strong-holiday-sales/Switch 2 times: https://www.vooks.net/the-nintendo-switch-2-direct-broadcast-time-locked-in/Patents: https://www.vooks.net/new-nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-patents-detail-mouse-like-controls-magnets-and-more/TCGP: https://www.vooks.net/trading-has-arrived-in-pokemon-tcg-pocket/SNES NSO: https://www.vooks.net/trio-of-snes-games-to-kick-off-nintendo-switch-online-in-2025/Ridge Racer: https://www.vooks.net/ridge-racer-64-races-onto-nintendo-switch-online-today/Wario Land: https://www.vooks.net/wario-land-4-brings-the-love-to-nintendo-switch-online-on-february-14th/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In the first episode of the Vookcast for 2025, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the year that was, make predictions for the year ahead, and talk about rumours that have popped up about the future of Nintendo hardware.They also discuss the unfortunate state of the eShop, a long-awaited resolution for one Aussie developer, and more. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories- Unpacking: https://www.vooks.net/misleading-unpacking-game-removed-from-the-nintendo-switch-eshop/- The Vooks Awards: https://www.vooks.net/the-vooks-awards-2024-the-best-of-switch-indies-the-ups-and-downs-of-the-year/- 2025 Switch games: https://www.vooks.net/sending-the-switch-off-in-style-with-this-2025-line-up/- Vooks' predictions: https://www.vooks.net/whats-nintendo-doing-in-2025-we-have-no-idea-so-lets-take-a-guess/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In the final episode of the Vookcast for 2024, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss The Game Awards, a new update for Alarmo, a surprising Pokemon collaboration, and more.It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Thank you to our listeners in 2024, we couldn't have done this without you and we appreciate that you're still tuning in every fortnight (or so) to listen to us ramble about video games.Relevant stories:Alarmo: https://www.vooks.net/mario-kart-8-deluxe-races-onto-alarmo/Omega 6: https://www.vooks.net/omega-6-the-triangle-stars-comes-to-the-west-this-february/Pokemon x Aardman: https://www.vooks.net/the-pokemon-company-and-aardman-announce-collaboration-set-for-2027/Ninja Gaiden: https://www.vooks.net/ninja-gaiden-returns-to-its-2d-roots-in-ragebound/Okami: https://www.vooks.net/okami-is-getting-a-sequel-with-hideki-kamiya-as-director/Pactroidvania: https://www.vooks.net/pac-man-goes-metroidvania-in-shadow-labyrinth-coming-in-2025/The Game Awards: https://www.maxi-geek.com/con/everything-shown-at-the-game-awards-2024NSO DKL3: https://www.vooks.net/donkey-kong-land-iii-lands-on-nintendo-switch-online-today/NSO Tetrises: https://www.vooks.net/tetris-dx-joins-nes-tetris-on-nintendo-switch-online-today/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the first real news about the Nintendo Switch successor, the recent Nintendo financials release, some cute new gacha toys, and the end of the Sega Mega Drive drought.They also take a look at a Donkey Kong Country at Super Nintendo World, a long-awaited update to GTA, and more. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Financials: https://www.vooks.net/switch-sales-fall-forecast-reduced-as-zelda-makes-strong-debut-in-latest-nintendo-results/Switch 2 BC: https://www.vooks.net/all-nintendo-switch-games-will-work-on-the-nintendo-switch-successor-furukawa/GTA: https://www.vooks.net/rockstar-releases-major-update-for-grand-theft-auto-definitive-edition-now-on-switch/Zonai gacha: https://www.vooks.net/zonai-device-magnets-arrive-in-gacha-machines-at-nintendo-stores-in-japan/DKC: https://www.vooks.net/donkey-kong-country-opens-at-super-nintendo-world-in-japan-on-december-11th/DK Land: https://www.vooks.net/donkey-kong-land-swings-onto-nintendo-switch-online-today/DK Land 2: https://www.vooks.net/donkey-kong-land-2-spins-onto-nintendo-switch-online-today/Mega Drive: https://www.vooks.net/new-sega-mega-drive-games-added-to-nintendo-switch-online-line-up-after-519-day-drought/Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss some bizarre new announcements from Nintendo, including an alarm clock, a music streaming app, and more.They also take a look at a few newly-announced remasters, a Wii U port that isn't the one Michael was hoping for, and more. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions that is far more relevant than it should have been.- Alarmo- Nintendo Music- Xenoblade Chronicles X- Yooka Laylee- Animal Crossing- Star Wars- Tomb Raider- Banjo- Turok 2Send us a textSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the a new change to Aussie classifications that have proven to be quite controversial.They also take a look at a few newly-announced remasters, a very predictable lawsuit, the Nintendo Museum, and more. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions that probably doesn't go the way you expect it.Relevant storiesNintendo MuseumFreedom Wars Legacy of Kain LunarNintendo sues PalworldSNES games  F-Zero NSOClassification Support the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the return of one of the most iconic platforming mascots of all time — Croc.They also take a look at the recent double Direct, which featured both a Partner Showcase and an Indie World, a new Zelda trailer, and Nintendo Live Sydney. It's all finished up with a very speedy round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant storiesCroc: https://www.vooks.net/croc-legend-of-the-gobbos-is-back-remaster-announced/Partner Showcase: https://www.vooks.net/everything-in-the-nintendo-direct-partner-showcase-august-2024/Indie World: https://www.vooks.net/everything-in-the-indie-world-presentation-august-2024/Zelda: https://www.vooks.net/new-zelda-echoes-of-wisdom-trailer-reveals-still-world-swordfighter-form/Nintendo Live goodies: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-apologizes-for-nintendo-live-sydney-store-issues-will-offer-products-online/Nintendo Live recap: https://www.vooks.net/recap-all-the-sights-sounds-and-lines-of-nintendo-live-2024-sydney/Support the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Luke as they discuss the return of the Goemon series with the localisation of Bakeru.They also take a look at the recent Nintendo Museum Direct, a new Pokemon mobile game, Civilization 7, and Nintendo's mobile efforts in recent years. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:BakeruNintendo MuseumTCG PocketLego Mario Kart Civilization 7Animal Crossing Pocket CampSupport the showSocials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the seemingly impossible feat of Everybody 1-2-Switch topping the sales charts last month.They also take a look at new games added to Nintendo Switch Online (shocker), a new enhanced version of Doom, the recent Nintendo financials, and a classic game series finally getting a physical release in Australia. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions, which... yeah. Relevant stories:Mystery Dungeon: https://www.vooks.net/more-pokemon-comes-to-nintendo-switch-online-pokemon-mystery-dungeon/Doom: https://www.vooks.net/enhanced-doom-doom-ii-release-drops-today-free-for-existing-owners/FF Pixel Remasters: https://www.vooks.net/final-fantasy-pixel-remaster-collection-getting-local-aussie-release/Everybody 1-2-Switch: https://www.vooks.net/everybody-1-2-switch-somehow-returned-to-the-top-of-the-aussie-charts-last-month/Switch sales: https://www.vooks.net/switch-sales-soften-luigis-mansion-and-paper-mario-sale-a-bri[…]ales-soften-luigis-mansion-and-paper-mario-sale-a-bright-spot/EB World Plus: https://www.vooks.net/eb-games-launches-eb-world-plus-subscription/Support the Show.Socials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Threads Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the announcement of the strangest new entry in a defunct series in a long time.They also take a look at new games added to Nintendo Switch Online, a classic GBA game headed to the Switch, an update nobody wanted, and a very strange accessory that might hint at the future of the Switch. It's all finished up with a round of Nintendo 20 Questions that definitely won't go how you think.Relevant StoriesStarfySeven NES Games Sigma Star SagaWii Sports Basketball Joy-Con StandSplatoon racism Who is Emio? LEGO Super Mario World Yosh Support the Show.Socials Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on Twitter Angelo: @manjell0 on Twitter Michael: @subelement@aus.social on Mastodon Find Vooks on social media, support the show and buy merch. As always please leave us a review if you enjoy the show on your favourite place to get podcasts.

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the recent June Nintendo Direct, including the announcement of a new Zelda Zelda game, Metroid Prime 4, Mario & Luigi, and so much more.They also take a look at new games added to Nintendo Switch Online, a strange PlayStation game coming to Switch, the names of remasters, and some classic games coming to Switch soon.Relevant storiesNintendo Direct: https://www.vooks.net/metroid-zelda-mario-party-luigi-and-everything-else-from-the-june-2024-nintendo-direct/NSO Mega Man: https://www.vooks.net/this-months-game-boy-update-for-switch-online-is-mega-five-mega-man-games/Leaker nonsense: https://www.vooks.net/google-employee-behind-multiple-nintendo-youtube-leaks/Lego Horizon Adventures: https://www.vooks.net/lego-horizon-adventures-announced-coming-to-switch-later-in-2024/Life is Strange: https://www.vooks.net/life-is-strange-double-exposure-announced-coming-to-the-switch-later/Civ 7: https://www.vooks.net/sid-meiers-civilization-vii-launching-on-switch-in-2025/Lollipop Chainsaw: https://www.vooks.net/lollipop-chainsaw-repop-coming-to-the-switch-this-september/Shovel Knight: https://www.vooks.net/yacht-club-games-reveals-new-dx-version-of-shovel-knight-dlc-and-more-coming-soon/Beyond Good & Evil: https://www.vooks.net/beyond-good-evil-20th-anniversary-edition-releases-next-week/Fear Effect: https://www.vooks.net/fear-effect-coming-to-switch-in-2025/Bubsy: https://www.vooks.net/bubsy-in-the-purrfect-collection-coming-to-switch-in-2025/Support the Show.SocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the Nintendo World Championships announcement that took place immediately after the last episode. They also take a look at new games added to Nintendo Switch Online, a Pokémon Center coming to Australia, the next Switch, and Elon Musk's ruining of Twitter. Plus, a round of Nintendo 20 Questions that almost went belly up.Relevant storiesNintendo World Championships: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-world-championships-nes-edition/More NSO: https://www.vooks.net/super-mario-land-baseball-and-alleyway-out-now-for-switch-online/Pokemon Center: https://www.vooks.net/the-pokemon-center-online-store-is-coming-australia-and-new-zealand/Square Enix: https://www.vooks.net/square-enix-announce-new-medium-term-business-plan-involves-nintendo-platforms/Twitter: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-to-remove-switch-ability-to-share-to-twitter-from-june-10th/Switch 2 baby: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-confirms-switch-successor-will-be-announced-before-march-2025/Support the Show.SocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the Indie World Showcase that took place immediately after the last episode.They also take a look at new Lego Animal Crossing sets coming later this year, whether or not Hollow Knight: Silksong is actually real, Nintendo Live Sydney, and so much more. Plus, a round of Nintendo 20 Questions that will keep you on the edge of your seat to the very end.Relevant stories:-Nintendo World Championships: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-world-championships-nes-edition-classified-by-the-esrb/Trademarks: https://www.vooks.net/new-trademarks-filed-for-kirby-and-the-rainbow-paintbrush-fullblox/Tesla Kart Racer: https://www.vooks.net/ride-on-mario-kart-racer-gets-recalled-due-to-stuck-accelerator/AC Lego: https://www.vooks.net/new-leg-animal-crossing-sets-coming-in-august-includes-k-k-slider/Iggy's Reckin' Balls: https://www.vooks.net/double-drop-of-extreme-g-and-iggys-reckin-balls-hits-nintendo-switch-online-today/Indie World Showcase: https://www.vooks.net/everything-from-the-indie-world-showcase-april-2024/Hollow Knight Silksong: https://www.vooks.net/hollow-knight-silksong-now-rated-in-australia/Nintendo Live Sydney: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-live-is-coming-to-sydney/Support the Show.SocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the the shutdown of 3DS and Wii U online services.They also take a look at Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and ask why it exists, the recently announced Mario Bros sequel movie, and check in on the state of Nintendo Switch Online. Round that out with a game of Nintendo 20 Questions, and baby, you've got a stew going.Relevant stories:F-Zero: https://www.vooks.net/f-zero-maximum-velocity-comes-to-switch-online-this-week/Mario Wonder: https://www.vooks.net/unused-wonder-effects-revealed-by-super-mario-wonder-bros-team-at-gdc/Paper Mario TTYD: https://www.vooks.net/paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-opens-up-on-switch-this-may/Luigi's Mansion 2 HD: https://www.vooks.net/luigis-mansion-2-hd-comes-to-switch-on-june-27th/New Mario movie: https://www.vooks.net/the-next-super-mario-bros-movie-will-debut-april-3rd-2026/Support the showSocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the newly teased Mario Kart Lego and so much more.They take a look at the recently announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A (that only Ollie's excited for) and mourn the loss of a classic Australian games studio. They also play a game of Nintendo 20 Questions, with everything that entails – the good and the silly.Relevant  stories:Pokémon Legends: Z-A: https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-legends-z-a-announced-coming-to-switch-in-2025/Mario Kart Lego: https://www.vooks.net/lego-mario-kart-teased-for-2025-other-new-lego-mario-sets-coming-in-august/Switch emulator smackdown: https://www.vooks.net/switch-emulator-creators-quickly-settle-with-nintendo-ceasing-all-operations/Torus Games closing: https://www.vooks.net/torus-games-effectively-closed-as-layoffs-hit-iconic-aussie-studio/The Switch is 7 years old: https://www.vooks.net/the-nintendo-switch-is-7-years-old-today/Support the showSocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the recent Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. They dive deep into an Endless Ocean, talk about Xbox games coming to Switch, and hope that the new Monkey Ball is actually good. They also talk about the games they've been playing recently, and play a game of Nintendo 20 Questions that almost goes very wrong — you won't want to miss it.Relevant stories:Nintendo Direct: https://www.vooks.net/everything-in-the-nintendo-direct-partner-showcase-february-2024/Support the showSocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they revisit their predictions for 2023 and make all-new predictions for 2024. Will any of them be right? If last year is anything to go by, probably not.They also discuss the recent controversy around Palworld, Golden Sun finally coming to Nintendo Switch, a couple of unlikely Switch ports, and smash out a game of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Palworld: https://www.vooks.net/the-pokemon-company-to-investigate-use-of-its-ip-in-palworld/Golden Sun: https://www.vooks.net/the-first-two-golden-sun-games-dawn-on-nintendo-switch-online-next-week/Hitman: https://www.vooks.net/hitman-blood-money-reprisal-hits-the-switch-this-month/Ace Combat: https://www.vooks.net/ace-combat-7-skies-unknown-deluxe-edition-coming-to-switch-in-july/Nintendo concerts: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-to-stream-zelda-splatoon-concerts-from-cancelled-nintendo-live-event/Support the showSocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and very special guest Ben Gourlay, who helped contribute to the upcoming 4K UHD Blu-Ray release of the 1993 cult classic Super Mario Bros.Buy Super Mario Bros. at Umbrella Entertainment: https://shop.umbrellaent.com.au/products/super-mario-bros-30th-anniversary-4-k-uhd-blu-ray-1993They dive deep into the film and everything that's gone into Umbrella Entertainment's incredible release of the film, as well as discuss recent Nintendo news and smash out a game of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Nintendo 64 on NSO: https://www.vooks.net/jet-force-gemini-1080-snowboarding-and-harvest-moon-64-out-now-on-switch-online/Suika Game: https://www.vooks.net/suika-game-is-the-next-game-trial-for-switch-online-subscribers/Pokemon Horizons: https://www.vooks.net/where-to-watch-pokemon-horizons-in-australia/Donkey Kong Country: https://www.vooks.net/first-look-at-donkey-kong-country-inside-super-nintendo-world-japan/The Switch successor: https://www.vooks.net/were-officially-in-the-void-between-nintendo-consoles/SocialsSupport the showSocialsOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase, the end of Mario Kart 8 DLC, and some weird and wonderful retro releases.They also dive deep into the announcement of the live-action Zelda movie, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Live-action Zelda: https://www.vooks.net/a-live-action-the-legend-of-zelda-movie-is-in-development/Indie World: https://www.vooks.net/everything-from-the-november-2023-indie-world-showcase/Mario Kart 8 DLC: https://www.vooks.net/the-sixth-and-final-mario-kart-8-deluxe-dlc-wave-is-out-november-9th/More NSO games: https://www.vooks.net/devil-world-the-mysterious-murasame-castle-out-now-on-switch-online/Turok 3 weirdness: https://www.vooks.net/turok-3-will-release-on-switch-in-australia-un-delayed-but-isnt-meant-to/SocialsSupport the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this special Halloween episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they chat about their biggest gaming fears, the newest voice on Nintendo's block, and the spookiest thing of all: corporate consolidation.They wrap things up, of course, with a terrifying round of Nintendo 20 Questions.CCOMPETITION ENTRY HERE: bit.ly/vooksdiscordRelevant stories: Microsoft buying Activision Blizzard: https://www.vooks.net/microsoft-completes-activision-blizzard-acquisition-everythings-coming-up-xbox/New Mario voice actor: https://www.vooks.net/kevin-afghani-is-the-new-voice-of-mario-and-luigi-in-super-mario-bros-wonder/Mario 1993: https://www.vooks.net/the-1993-super-mario-bros-movie-is-getting-a-fully-restored-4k-release-in-2024/Pac-Man: https://www.vooks.net/pac-man-mega-tunnel-battle-chomp-champs-coming-in-2024/Lego Animal Crossing: https://www.vooks.net/heres-the-lego-animal-crossing-sets-coming-march-2024/Support the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they chat about the latest Nintendo Direct, a spicy email from Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and the Apollo Justice Trilogy.They also talk about the latest addition to Nintendo Kirby Online, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.COMPETITION ENTRY HERE: bit.ly/vooksdiscordRelevant stories:Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy: https://www.vooks.net/the-apollo-justice-ace-attorney-trilogy-set-for-release-in-january-2024/Kirby & The Amazing Mirror: https://www.vooks.net/kirby-the-amazing-mirror-lands-on-nintendo-switch-online-next-week/Spicy Xbox email: https://www.vooks.net/xbox-boss-thinks-nintendo-is-better-off-without-its-own-hardware/Nintendo Direct roundup: https://www.vooks.net/everything-from-the-massive-september-2023-nintendo-direct/SocialsSupport the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the latest Super Mario Bros. Direct (right before a general Direct is announced), the future of Tears of the Kingdom, new Switch bundles, and more.They also talk about their favourite (and least favourite) games of 2023 so far, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct: https://www.vooks.net/everything-we-learned-about-super-mario-bros-wonder-from-the-direct/Zelda DLC: https://www.vooks.net/aonuma-no-plans-to-release-additional-content-for-tears-of-the-kingdom/NSO additions: https://www.vooks.net/new-game-boy-super-nes-and-nes-games-for-september-added-to-switch-online/New Switch bundles: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-reveals-new-yet-familiar-switch-bundles-for-2023/Borderlands 3: https://www.vooks.net/borderlands-3-ultimate-edition-coming-to-switch-in-october/Support the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about some new Nintendo Switch Online games, a surprise port of a 15-year-old game, a tough decision for Australians in competitive Pokemon, and so much more.It also goes wildly off topic before they even get to the third news item, but they eventually get back on track to discuss Charles Martinet's departure as the voice of Mario, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:Red Dead Redemption review - https://www.vooks.net/red-dead-redemption-comes-to-the-nintendo-switch-on-august-17th/Nintendo Switch Online - https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-trading-card-game-and-pokemon-stadium-2-out-today-on-nintendo-switch-online/ - https://www.vooks.net/excitebike-64-comes-to-switch-online-on-august-30th/Sonic Superstars - https://www.vooks.net/sonic-superstars-set-for-october-17th-has-local-co-op-and-battle-mode/Turok/Star Wars - https://www.vooks.net/turok-3-shadow-of-oblivion-coming-to-switch-on-november-14th/ - https://www.vooks.net/star-wars-dark-forces-remaster-announced/Charles Martinet - https://www.vooks.net/charles-martinet-will-no-longer-be-the-voice-of-mario/Support the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about some beloved Zelda games getting another release, the Wii U making headlines again and the loveable Bluey getting her first proper game.The conversation stays mainly on track this time, but of course there is plenty of side news and opinions, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.- Wii-U Games Live Again- Rayman & No Mario - Nintendo Australia selling more than scrunchies - More Game Boy Games - Bluey Support the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about a bunch of new old games coming to the Switch, including Gex, Jurassic Park, and Tomba.They also get very distracted and veer wildly off-topic, as every good episode of the Vookcast does, and talk about EA Sports FC finally breaking the FIFA Switch curse.Relevant stories:Not-FIFA - https://www.vooks.net/the-legacy-is-broken-as-ea-sports-fc-24-is-coming-to-switch/Tomba - https://www.vooks.net/playstation-cult-favourite-tomba-coming-to-switch/GEX - https://www.vooks.net/gex-is-back-gex-trilogy-coming-to-modern-consoles-thanks-to-limited-run-games/Jurassic Park - https://www.vooks.net/limited-run-games-announce-jurassic-park-classic-games-collection/Pokemon Sleep - https://www.vooks.net/pokemon-sleep-open-beta-now-available-in-australia-for-android/Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on mastodonFind Vooks on social media: https://linktr.ee/vooksdotnetSupport the showOllie: @chocobalt on Twitter Luke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonFind Vooks on social media

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the Nintendo Direct that was announced immediately after the last episode, which always happens. They also get very distracted and veer wildly off-topic, as every good episode of the Vookcast does.Relevant stories:Nintendo Direct roundup - https://www.vooks.net/everything-from-the-june-2023-nintendo-direct/Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on TwitterLuke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about an Apollo Justice collection that isn't about Apollo Justice, new Sonic and Prince of Persia games, and more.They also discuss the state of the Switch and get wildly off-topic, as is usually the case.Related Stories Fire Emblem: https://www.vooks.net/fire-emblem-is-the-next-gba-game-for-switch-online-expansion-pack-subscribers/Lara Croft: https://www.vooks.net/the-tomb-raider-collection-coming-to-switch-june-29th/N64 controllers: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-64-controller-for-switch-restocks-coming-this-week/Apollo Justice: https://www.vooks.net/the-apollo-justice-ace-attorney-trilogy-is-coming-to-switch/New Sonic: https://www.vooks.net/gotta-go-fast-as-sonic-superstars-speeds-onto-switch-later-this-year/New Prince of Persia: https://www.vooks.net/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crownprince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-is-bringing-the-series-back-to-its-roots/Switch in Australia: https://www.vooks.net/the-nintendo-switch-remained-the-best-selling-console-in-australia-in-2022/Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on TwitterLuke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about Everybody 1-2 Switch and why it exists, a new set of Joy-Con colours, the shutting down of a beloved developer, and glitches in Tears of the Kingdom.They also discuss their perspectives on video game difficulty, in what was supposed to be a short segment but ended up taking up most of the episode. Whoops.Everybody 1-2-Switch: https://www.vooks.net/everybody-1-2-switch-launches-june-30th/Pastel Joy-Cons: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-launching-new-pastel-joy-con-colours-this-month/Vanpool shuts down: https://www.vooks.net/dillons-rolling-western-nintendo-support-developers-vanpool-shutting-down/Tears of the Kingdom glitches: https://www.vooks.net/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-patch-1-1-2-released-kills-items-duplication-tricks/Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on TwitterLuke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the death of Pac-Man 99, what it means for the future of Nintendo Switch Online, a surprising Mortal Kombat reboot, and Hollow Knight Silksong, which doesn't exist.They also discuss their time with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and the wacky adventures they've gotten up to in-game.Thanks to all our Patrons for making the website, and the podcast happen. Relevant stories:Super Mario AdvancePac-Man 99Mortal Kombat 1Game Freak's New IPHollow Knight Silksong Some game called Zelda Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on TwitterLuke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they dive deep into The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. They also talk about the current state of Nintendo Switch Online, and the new font of the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters.The team also talks about everything we loved and hated about the Super Mario Bros. Movie, and get distracted somehow talking about Star Wars for 10 minutes. Whoops.Social info:Ollie:  @chocobalt on TwitterLuke: @renderman7 on TwitterAngelo: @manjell0 on TwitterMichael: @subelement@aus.social on MastodonSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Luke as they discuss the end of E3 for Nintendo... again. They also discuss how Call of Duty is going to end up on Nintendo consoles, a new firmware update for the Switch, the trailer for the upcoming Tetris movie, and the Wii U and 3DS shutdown.They also take a look at the latest Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer, and find themselves getting more and more excited.Relevant articles:Nintendo skipping E3: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-confirms-its-skipping-e3-2023/Sparks of Hope DLC: https://www.vooks.net/the-tower-of-doooom-opens-next-month-for-mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope/CoD on Nintendo: https://www.vooks.net/microsoft-and-nintendo-sign-10-year-legal-agreement-to-bring-call-of-duty-games-to-nintendo-players/Switch firmware: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-switch-firmware-jumps-to-16-0-0-doesnt-do-much/Tetris movie: https://www.vooks.net/the-first-tetris-movie-trailer-drops-into-view/Wii U/3DS closure: https://www.vooks.net/nintendo-set-end-date-on-unlinked-wii-u-3ds-balances-after-eshop-shutdown/Support the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Luke, and Michael as they discuss the February Nintendo Direct, which somehow didn't happen after they recorded.There's a remastered Metroid, a new Professor Layton on the way, and of course, Birdo is coming to Mario Kart 8.Relevant articles:Zelda: https://www.vooks.net/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kindom-collectors-edition-amiibo-announced-alongside-new-trailer/GB: https://www.vooks.net/game-boy-game-boy-advance-games-launch-on-nintendo-switch-online-today/Advance Wars: https://www.vooks.net/advance-wars-12-re-boot-camp-finally-launches-on-april-21st/Pikmin: https://www.vooks.net/pikmin-4-lands-on-july-21st-with-new-footage/Mario Kart 8: https://www.vooks.net/mario-kart-8-deluxe-booster-course-pass-wave-4-gets-new-course-birdo/Ghost Trick: https://www.vooks.net/ghost-trick-phantom-detective-is-coming-to-the-switch/Professor Layton: https://www.vooks.net/professor-layton-returns-with-a-new-world-of-steam-on-switch/Metroid Prime: https://www.vooks.net/metroid-prime-remastered-launches-today-digitally-later-physically/Everything here: https://www.vooks.net/everything-from-the-february-nintendo-direct/Support the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke, as they discuss the addition of GoldenEye 007 on Nintendo Switch Online, a brand new SteamWorld game on the horizon, and what, exactly Minecraft Legends is.We also do a deep dive into the possibility of Nintendogs coming back (and get very sidetracked in the process), a new Dokapon Kingdom game, and a very tricky 20 Questions.Links:Goldeneye 007 is finally coming on January 27SteamWorld Build is breaking new ground for the series, when it comes to Switch later this yearRPG board game Dokapon Kingdom: Connect coming to the SwitchNew patent, trademark point to Nintendogs returning, but for mobileSupport the show

In this episode, the first Vookcast of the year, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they talk all about the year that was and the year ahead.We've taken a look back at our terrible predictions from 2022, made some new predictions for 2023 (take a guess which game we all expect to see), and looked forward to the games we're hoping to be entertained by in the new year — one of which as already been delayed into 2024. Whoops.As always, we've also got a smashing game of Nintendo 20 Questions, as well as a chat about the games we've been playing over the holidays.Follow us: VooksOllie: TwitterAngelo: Twitter | TwitchLuke: Twitter | Twitch | Maxi-GeekMichael: TwitterSupport the show

In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke, Angelo, and Michael as we break down the latest Nintendo Direct, including discussion on Octopath Traveller II, all the new Nintendo 64 games coming to the Nintendo Switch Online service, a surprising Kirby remake, and of course, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.This episode is also available uncut in video form, which is available early to Patreon subscribers! Click here to watch the DX episode on YouTube, and click here to subscribe to our Patreon and get episodes early, alongside a host of other perks. Also head on over to the Vooks Discord to give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: The Nintendo Direct September 2022 RecapFollow us: VooksOllie: TwitterAngelo: Twitter | TwitchLuke: Twitter | Twitch | Maxi-GeekMichael: TwitterThis week's intro music is 'Spring' from Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar. Support the show

On this week's double episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke, Michael, and sometimes Angelo as we get into discussions about the Nintendo Direct Mini, the latest Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC, Bayonetta 3 finally getting a release date, and so so much more. Plus, TWO rounds of Nintendo 20 Questions!We also have a chat about video game leaks and how they affect both the developers behind the games that leak, and the players who play them.Thank you so much for your patience on this episode. As explained in the intro, getting these episodes edited and uploaded was an exercise in frustration and exhaustion, but thankfully they're here now and we should be back to a regular fortnightly release schedule starting with the next episode. As always, head on over to the Vooks Discord to give us some feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Follow us: VooksOllie: TwitterAngelo: Twitter | TwitchLuke: Twitter | Twitch | Maxi-GeekMichael: TwitterThis week's intro music is 'Credits' from Sparkster. Support the show

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke and Michael as we get into discussions about the best* Final Fantasy game coming to Switch, Overwatch 2 somehow still coming to Switch, and a new game from James Turner.* your mileage may varyWe also have a chat about what Nintendo's done so far this year, and what they might have brewing.Are you excited for Crisis Core? What do you think of The Plucky Squire? And is id's gritty Clu Clu Land remake going to be a smash hit? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII remaster coming later this year to SwitchOverwatch 2 launches on October 4, coming to SwitchGet ready for a page turning adventure with The Plucky SquireFollow us: VooksOllie: TwitterAngelo: Twitter | TwitchLuke: Twitter | Twitch | Maxi-GeekMichael: TwitterThis week's intro music is 'Keves Battle' from Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Support the show

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke and Michael as we get into discussions about the global announcement of a previously China-exclusive Switch game, Fall Guys going free to play, a beloved classic somehow coming to Switch, the recent Indie World Showcase, and EA going through a messy divorce.We also take a short detour from Nintendo to answer a question from one of our listeners and give our suggestions for games to play on Xbox and PlayStation. What game in the Indie World Showcase caught your attention? Which Non-tendo games do you think are worth playing? And can FIFA make its own football game (lmao)? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Fall Guys going free-to-play when it launches on Switch next monthRabbids: Party of Legends heads west on June 30thAlan Wake Remastered is coming to the SwitchEverything from the Indie World showcase – May 2022EA and FIFA divorce, EA Sports FC is the new name of the FIFA gameNintendo delivers strong FY22, Pokémon sales balloon as Kirby off to a good startFollow us: VooksOllie: TwitterAngelo: Twitter | TwitchLuke: Twitter | Twitch | Maxi-GeekMichael: TwitterThis week's intro music is 'Follow Me' from Pokemon Sword and Shield.Support the show

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Michael as we into discussions about the launch of Nintendo Switch Sports, a couple of high profile releases doing the ol' switcheroo, a duology of Aussie news, and Square Enix selling off its western development assets to invest in NFTs.We also have discuss the recent damning reports from IGN and Kotaku about the poor working environment for Nintendo contractors at the company's North American headquarters.What Eidos and Crystal Dynamics IPs are you hoping come to Switch? Are you having fun with Nintendo Switch Sports? And why is America such a mess? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Embracer Group has purchased Crystal Dynamics, Eidos, and more from Square EnixNintendo Australia finally adds search for digital games to its web storeThe Nintendo Experience at EB Games Swanston Street has closedNintendo Switch Sports ReviewXenoblade Chronicles 3 moves up two months to July 29thSplatoon 3 inks itself a September releaseKotaku: The Nintendo of America Contractors Who Feel Like Second Class WorkersIGN: Inside the Growing Discontent Behind Nintendo's Fun FacadeFollow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'The Legend of Zelda (99 Players)' from Tetris 99.Support the show

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as we dive into discussions about the Breath of the Wild sequel's delay, some new games on Nintendo's subscription service, and the cancellation of E3. We also have a chat about the brand new Monkey Island game announcement, and take a look at what makes a good video game movie, er, good.What do you think about the Breath of the Wild 2 delay? What's your favourite video game movie? And just how many monkeys are there in Monkey Island? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: The Breath of the Wild sequel delayed, now releasing in Q2 2023Earthworm Jim 2, DIG DUG II, and MAPPY-LAND added to NSO NES and SNES appsThe N64's Mario Golf tees off on Nintendo Switch Online next weekE3 2022 will not take place, in any form this year, but will return in full in 2023Return to Monkey Island this year in new game led by Ron GilbertFollow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'Hive Knight' from Hollow Knight.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke in a huge episode all about Nintendo shuttering yet another mobile game, the Switch finally (kind of, a little bit) getting folders, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land. We also take some questions from a listener who wanted to know a little bit more about us, and take on our hardest challenge yet in Nintendo 20 questions.Huge apologies for both the sound quality in this one and the long time it took to upload. I (that's Ollie) just moved houses and literally recorded with a laptop set up on a moving box, and my recording and editing spaces aren't perfect yet. I'm hoping to finally be up and running on the usual old schedule by the next episode. Are you a Dragalia Lost player? What's your favourite Kirby copy ability? What are the last four digits of Michael's credit card? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way.Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Nintendo to shutter mobile game Dragalia LostThe latest Nintendo Switch firmware finally adds folders Kirby and the Forgotten Land reviewFollow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'Foolish Young Thing' from One Piece Pirate Warriors 4.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss their biggest gaming pet peeves.We also discuss a new Australian Government initiative for games developers, PAX Australia returning to the real world, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp's delay, and the announcement of the ninth generation of Pokemon games.What are your biggest gaming pet peeves? Will you be attending PAX Aus this year? What starter are you picking in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and why is it Fuecoco? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way for the new "On The Spot" segment. Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Small Aussie game developers get a boost with new Screen Australia grant programPAX Australia is returning to the real world this OctoberAdvance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp has been delayedThe next Pokemon games are Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, out in late 2022Follow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'The Ending Has Lots of Coffee' from Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they catch up on all the news we've missed in our three weeks off the air. We discuss the shutdown of the 3DS and Wii U eShops, the improvement of Nintendo's N64 offerings on the Switch, Nintendo skipping EVO, and of course, the big Nintendo Direct... recorded right before a new Pokemon game was announced, as is tradition. What are your thoughts on the inevitable death of the 3DS and Wii U?  What was your favourite part of the Nintendo Direct? How on Earth did we record yet another podcast right before more major news happened? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way for the new "On The Spot" segment. Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Majora's Mask arrives on NSO with fixes for Ocarina of Time and Paper Mario as wellCapcom Fighting Collection brings 10 classic Capcom fighting games together3DS and Wii U eShops getting the axe in March 2023, redownloads will still be availablePokémon Bank will be free for a while when 3DS eShop shuts downEverything in the Nintendo Direct for February 2022Follow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'Bomb Rush Blush' from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss Pokemon Legends Arceus – with some spicy results.We also discuss Nintendo's holiday financials, Nintendo's approach to music availability, our big dreams for new sequels, and more! What are your thoughts on Ollie and Angelo's hot takes? Will Nintendo ever make their music more available? Why do we always record just before a Direct is announced? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way for the new "On The Spot" segment. Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Nintendo has a brilliant third quarter, with Switch breaking past the Wii's lifetime salesThe Pokémon DP Sound Library lets you listen and use the Pokémon Diamond & Pearl SoundtrackPokemon Legends: Arceus has sold 6.5 million copies worldwide alreadyPokémon Legends: Arceus Review – Pokémon EvolvesFollow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'Kass's Theme' from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)

On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss the biggest news ever to rock gaming – Kirby has a gun now. We also discuss the new games added to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack's Nintendo 64 offerings, the actual release date for a long-delayed Lego game (until it gets delayed again), and uh.... that's about it? Wait no, there's that whole Microsoft-Bought-Activision thing, too. I guess we should talk about that too.  What are your thoughts on the Microsoft/Activision Blizzard takeover? Should more Nintendo characters have guns? Will Darren ever send us more game suggestions? Head on over to the Vooks Discord to let us know, give feedback, and throw some suggestions our way for the new "On The Spot" segment. Subscribe to us on your favourite listening platform, and please consider sharing and giving us a review - it really helps!Relevant articles: Banjo-Kazooie drops onto Nintendo Switch Online later this weekThe Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask comes to Nintendo Switch Online N64 app in FebruaryLEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga finally arrives this AprilPolygon article about working conditions at TT GamesKirby and the Forgotten Land floats onto Switch on March 25thMicrosoft to acquire Activision Blizzard for almost $70b USDFollow us on twitter: VooksOliver BrandtAngelo ValdiviaLuke HendersonMichael GoncalvesThis week's intro music is 'Twinkle Fantasia - BGM' from New Style Boutique 3 - Styling Star.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/vooksdotnet)