Wii The People

Michael and Matthew cover their impressions of Pokemon Unite and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

Nickalodeon tries the Smash formula on for size, Mario gets a new watch, and Valve enters the hybrid-console business.

In episode 15 of Wii the People, we discuss the recent announcement of the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) and it's implications on the future of Nintendo. Also: Mario Golf: Super Rush discussions and the rumor of a Donkey Kong animated movie. Timestamps 0:00 Intro, Switch OLED Reaction 22:06 Mario Golf: Super Rush Impressions 53:26 Donkey Kong Animation Inbound? 1:05:40 Reflecting on Donkey Kong's 40th Anniversary

Is Metroid Dread too expensive? Is Pokemon Unite going to be a hit? Was Kazuya the right choice? All this and more in Wii the People! Timestamps 0:00 Opening 1:12 Pokemon Unite is coming to Switch in July 16:30 Metroid Dread isn't worth $60? 38:55 Was Kazuya the right choice? 1:18:08 Where's the new Donkey Kong game?

Michael, Matthew and Trevor analyze the Nintendo's e3 direct and reflect on all the recent announcements. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:39 Kazuya comes to Smash 18:08 Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania 19:50 Mario Party Superstars 22:15 Metroid Dread 30:11 Mario Golf, Monster Hunter Stories 33:12 WarioWare Get it Together 36:36 Shin Megami Tensei 5 49:40 Danganrompa and Nintendo's lack of focus in the West 1:01:20 Advance Wars Re-Boot Camp 1:03:45 Zelda 35th Anniversary News 1:08:10 Breath of the Wild Sequel 1:20:56 Where's Donkey Kong?

Michael and Matthew give their take on all the rumors surrounding Nintendo's e3 presentation. They also cover the breaking news of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope being anounced at the Ubisoft Forward event.

Michael and Matthew get together to discuss the recent Donkey Kong game rumors. Check out this great write up from DK Vine: https://dkvine.com/?p=news_body&post=6338 WTP is back! See you on Friday for e3 Predictions.

The Crown Tundra discussion continues, the mini direct strikes back, and Hyrule Warriors gets a demo.

Fire Emblem comes out of the Nintendo Vault, a Pokemon Sword prototype leaks, and the Crown Tundra DLC arrives.

Pikmin 3's graphics aren't so deluxe on Switch, Metroid Prime 4 gets an interesting job listing, and the twins recap Minecraft invading Smash Ultimate. Check out or Smash Ultimate x Minecraft let's play: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQKq1FcgcmrkuDcdh7k94GCyVqmkziyJN Sources Judge preceding over Epic vs. Apple claims the case will have an impact on the other game ecosystems like Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/judge-says-epics-apple-lawsuit-could-have-serious-ramifications-for-sony-nintendo-and-microsoft/ Pikmin 3 will be running at 720p docked, suggesting a lack of visual upgrade for the switch version Source: VG Tech on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnN93OnEvBI&feature=emb_title Nintendo has permanently lowered the price of single Joy-Cons for Japanese customers Source: Nintendo Website https://www.nintendo.co.jp/hardware/switch/accessories/joycon_single.html Metroid Prime 4 Job ads mention cinematic and emotional moments suggesting a focus on narrative for the upcoming game. Source: WCCFTech https://wccftech.com/metroid-prime-4-cinematic-emotional-story/

Travis Touchdown gets de-confrimed, Pikmin 3 gets a demo and legal battles ensue over Joy Con drift.

MINECRAFT!? Steve joins the fight in Smash Ultimate, Michael plays Mario 35 and Nintendo continues to mess around with limited digital releases. *Sources* Balan Wonderworld is reportedly Yuji Naka’s “One Chance” to do platformer games for Square Enix. Source: https://sea.ign.com/news/164232/balan-wonderworlds-next-gen-features-discussed-by-sonic-creator Oddworld: New ’n’ Tasty is coming to Nintendo Switch on October 27th Source: https://twitter.com/OddworldInc/status/1310967469129883648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1310967469129883648%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmynintendonews.com%2F2020%2F09%2F29%2Foddworld-new-n-tasty-coming-to-nintendo-switch-on-27th-october%2F Jump Rope Challenge, the simple game made during the COVID pandemic is no longer scheduled to be removed on 9/30 Source: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1311108506771128320?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1311108506771128320%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmynintendonews.com%2F2020%2F09%2F30%2Fjump-rope-challenge-will-not-be-delisted-from-the-switch-eshop-will-be-available-until-further-notice%2F

Microsoft buys Bethesda, Nintendo leaks their own game, and more patent speculation ensues with Pokemon Gold and Silver. Cottrello Games on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZGlT2ue5xg4me4Tr5gmgjQ *Sources* Michel Ancel, creator of beloved series like Rayman and Beyond Good and Evil has retired from the game industry after a 30+ year career. Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFRbPpnqCxu/ Microsoft has started the process of acquiring Zenimax Media, parent company og studios like Bethesda and id. Source: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/21/welcoming-bethesda-to-the-xbox-family/?ocid=Parterships_soc_omc_xbo_tw_Video_buy_9.21.1 Kirby Fighters 2, an upcoming eshop title has been leaked by non other than Nintendo Source: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2020/09/oops_nintendo_seems_to_have_accidentally_revealed_kirby_fighters_2 Patents for Pokemon Heart Gold and Soul Silver have been applied for in Japan Source: https://japanesenintendo.com/2020/09/23/pokemon-heartgold-soulsilver-trademarks/#more-134694

Michael gives early impressions on Mario 3D All Stars, 4K Switch rumors continue to run rampant, and Donkey Kong has had a slew of new patents filed in Japan.

Wii the People is back with new recording equipment for a more sound listening experience. In this episode, Michael and Matthew from Cottrello Games discuss Nintendo's now revealed 2020 lineup including Mario 3D All Stars and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.

Nintendo files new quality of life patents, two new Kongs join Mario Kart (Tour) and the brothers discuss Nintendo's 2020 lineup. Join the conversation: Patreon.com/wiithepeople

Nintendo randomly announces the next Paper Mario game, Covid-19 continues to disrupt the games economy, and speculation for Mario's 35th anniversary continues.