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Today marks a very special day in negative world podcast History. It marks the Special 100th episode In the podcast! Stephen (drfinkelstein) is joined by his podcast co-host as usual, joe (ninsage). To celebrate the milestone, He and ninsage Elected to do a bit of a clip show. Lame in some circles but not here! A Selection of over Ten episodes are used to tell a bit of Podcast history and to remember some Of the good times the show has seen over the many many Days the show has been on the air. Could this be the longest podcast yet? Almost. Short by just a Tidbit. Topics include but are not limited to,… How the podcast got started And gaming during the first Negative world meet-up in new york. Kicking butt in Some multiplayer action was had. Fink's first full On hosting gig is Revealed as well for those users whose memories of it may have escaped them. Listen to the gang have high hopes for an Interesting idea when miiverse Set The stage for an Entirely New way to Interact. Now miiverse is essentially Gone and it's interesting to hear where our minds were when it first was releasing. -------------------------------------------------------- There's a new segment for every set of 10 or so episodes with a few special surprises in there. (Who remember's the Super Mario Bros. Super Show theme we recorded or when we recorded from the tarmac? Ninsage and DrFinkelstine reminisce for a few hours, referencing current Nintendo News of the time, and then wrap things up with a rather important finale. You'll hear from over fifteen guests from over the years in this expansive episode. A big thank you to all the people who have ever helped out with the podcast and made it to where it is with this episode. Your efforts have always been appreciated and this blast through the past only solidifies that even further. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did while making it. It was a took some time to get produced… THANKS ZELDA! hrumpf! ;) There isn't much use to trying to cite each game referenced in this one but I will say that Ninsage chose the music and it is grand. I'll leave it to you to find out what that big 100th episode ditty is. Thanks for Zero for the podcast opening and closing credits sequence. It's a staple of the podcast and will be burned into our memories forever. So with that said, please enjoy the show. Full list of episodes
In essentially the sequel to Episode 98, Stephen (DrFinkelstein) hosts solo in a show all about the Nintendo Switch! This episode features a guest who hasn't been on in years! That guest would be JK (J.K. Riki). With him is a classic podcast guest, Jamie (PogueSquadron)! At the top of the show the gang discusses the Nintendo Switch Presentation overall and then dive into the console design. This leads into the play modes, the controller's technology, and the relevancy of the Pro-Controller. In the second segment they cover a slew of Nintendo Switch titles, particularly and mostly ones not mentioned in the last episode. Some of the more notable titles mentioned are, 1-2 Switch, Snipperclips, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Xenoblade 2, the new Dragon Quest games, Super Bomberman R, and Sonic Mania. It's the third segment where the likes of Splatoon 2, Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild get discussed! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Break music is pulled from Splatoon because well… it's me. We know I love Splatoon. Full list of episodes
Happy New Year faithful listeners! Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) are back for more! 2017 has already brought a lot of change and more is yet to come. One of the most notable changes is the change in the console cycle for Nintendo, with the Nintendo Switch. We're here to talk about it, and there is a LOT to discuss. This episode features long-time guests of the show, Grant (GameDadGrant) and Paleo_Steno for a two-hour evaluation of the Nintendo Switch and it's games. In the first segment the gang discusses the overall presentation, the Joy-Con controllers, the Online Services shown so far, and the rather ingenious Parental Controls App Nintendo is developing. In the second and third segments of the show, it's all about the games. The games featured on this episode include but are not limited to… ARMS, ULTRA Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers, BlazBlue for Switch, Splatoon 2, Super Bomberman R, Fire Emblem Warriors, Puyo Puyo Tetris, Project Octopath Traveler, and even more than that… you know… like Super Mario Odyssey and some The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Break music is pulled from Puyo Puyo Tetris and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Full list of episodes
The jolly red man is back! Here's the second episode of tonight's Christmas Eve releases! I'm jolly, wearing red, and I come bearing gifts! Here is the first of two episodes releasing tonight. We recorded this episode earlier this week and it was quite a treat. Paul (Ploot), Dave (BeardedNerd), Joe (Ninsage), and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) put their focus towards the Wii U to have a bit of a retrospective using the framework of 'Four Distinct Questions'. Nearly twenty games get their due as the gang recants what makes the Wii U a console to remember (or occasionally forget). With the Switch releasing in just a couple of months we pondered if the Wii U will go down in infamy as a remembered gem like the Dreamcast or if it will be deemed more forgettable than that. What games were our favorites? Which games were the black sheeps? Which games did we miss out on? Which games would we urge get played before the Switch releases? This is what drove the conversation, and what a stellar conversation it was. Super Mario Maker, Nintendo Land, Wii Sports Club, Splatoon, ZombiU, Bayonetta 2, and so much more are discussed inside. Hell, even Funky Barn makes an appearance! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. No break music is featured as this was an extended portion of a previous recording where no breaks took place. Full list of episodes
Merry Christmas Eve listeners! I'm jolly, wearing red, and I come bearing gifts! Here is the first of two episodes releasing tonight. We recorded this episode earlier this week and it was quite a treat. Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) spent an evening with Paul (Ploot) and Dave (BeardedNerd) to see what they've been playing and then take a look back at what games kept their interest on Wii U this past year. That segment was used as a means to lead into the main topic.. which was moved to the next episode due to total podcast length! Lots of great discussion here despite. The group mainly discusses, DuckTales Remastered, Super Mario Run, and Pokemon Sun. Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Break music featured a rockin' tune from Pokemon Sun and Moon. Full list of episodes
Happy Thanksgiving to our American listeners and Happy November to everyone else! We've got just the audible treat for those with some free time this weekend! It's episode 95, Mall Lemmings! Inside you'll start with Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) discussing what they've been playing as of late. Joe just wrapped up Chibi Robo: Zip Lash. Learn how he found a way to enjoy it! Then he describes how he's enjoying the co-op mode in the Wii U hit, Yoshi's Woolly World. Lastly, It was a bit too premature to discuss some Pokemon Sun and Moon but Joe does have quite an intriguing tale to tell regarding his midnight launch for the game. Afterwards, Stephen divulges more about what draws in him into Paper Mario: Color Splash now that he's really had his time to sink his teeth into it. He's also been playing some Picross 3D Round 2… probably a good thing for a Picross-maniac like him. The duo discuss some quick My Nintendo woes before taking a quick break. Upon their return, the guys tackle this week's main topic. "Making Time For Gaming In Your Adult Life". How do they manage it? How could they manage it better? Despite their struggles, the guys managed to schedule a full length episode and they hope you enjoy! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Break music featured a jazzy tune from Picross 3D Round 2. Full list of episodes
Nintendo finally did it… they finally revealed the 'NX'… and Negative World is here to talk about it! In this episode you'll find that Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) are joined by the one, the only, Anand (Anand)! The episode begins with a saturated 'Now Playing' segment as each game discussed turned into a broader franchise discussion. Games discussed were Mario Golf: World Tour and other Mario Sports titles, Destiny (Xbox), The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD and other Zelda games in that style, Paper Mario: Color Splash and the Paper Mario series… and finally SteamWorld Heist on Wii U. After the break the gang gets in to a detailed and lengthy discussion about Nintendo's Switch console which is coming in March 2017. Nintendo is aiming to keep their promise and the trio examine the system from the design, to the promotion, to the games Nintendo hinted at, and much more! The hype is real! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Break music featured a little ditty from Paper Mario: Color Splash. Full list of episodes
Earlier this October, DrFinkelstein took a short drive over to the Ploot household for a day of gaming. This time, he brought the podcast microphone! Due to scheduling and technical hurdles Joe sits this episode out but inside you'll find a good 88-minutes of Nintendo talk from assorted Negative Worlders! On the show there's Paul (Ploot), Dave (BeardedNerd), Trish (TK_Thunder), Erika (EponaEatsCarrots), and of course Stephen (DrFinkelstein). After announcing what they're drinking the crew goes 'round the room and discusses what games they've been playing lately. You'll hear discussion on games such as Kirby Triple Deluxe, Pokemon Go, Yokai Watch 2: Fleshy Souls, Phoenix Wright: Trials and Tribulations, Mario Bros., and Ice Climber. There's also broader discussion on different franchises like Pokemon and Professor Layton. Since Dave didn't get to vote in any of the Super Smash Bros. Character Bracket, and since the Nintendo Switch hadn't been revealed yet, the gang discusses Super Smash Bros for Wii U in great length. Character comparisons, Character Roster theory, and a bit of history all wrapped into one package! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Music at the break is non-existent since there was no break. This was all live in the same basement-gamer-cave! Full list of episodes
Welcome to another installment of the Negative World Podcast! Hope you're listening on an empty stomach and ready for Corrin! We've got Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) with long-time friend of the show, Paul (Ploot)! The guys jump right in with some Now Playing. There's discussion on Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past, Rodea the Sky Soldier, Chibi Robo: Zip Lash, TMNT 3: The Manhattan Project, Banjo-Tooie, Banjo-Kazooie, and finally, DrFink updates folks on his Living Dex with help from Pokemon Omega Ruby. Later on after the break the guys get around to discussing some news that hit in early September in Nintendo's last Nintendo Direct. They ponder the relevance of 3DS versions of Wii U titles like Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS and Yoshi's Woolly World (3DS). Other news caught everyone's ears too so stay tuned for more discussion! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Music at the break is a great up-lifting track from Dragon Quest VII. Full list of episodes
The end of August brings a fun and special episode of the Negative World Podcast! As per usual there's Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein), but unlike the last episode, there's plenty of guests this time! Stephen drove all the way to Joe's corner of the U.S. of A. in order to record this latest episode and with him he brought Erika (EponaEatsCarrots). Joe's Wife, Amy, makes four and the quintuple is rounded out by Negative World's own Lou (TheOldManFromZelda). This episode primarily has a focus on Now Playing and general floating discussion, but all of it is wonderful! Games mentioned include, Xenoblade Chronicles X, Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma, Pokemon GO, Pokemon Platinum, Fable, Pokemon Yellow, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, Star Wars: Battle Pod, a Star Wars pinball machine, Cruis'n USA, WRC II Extreme, everyone's favorite Baseball games, Super Mario Maker, Road Rash 3, Kirby's Epic Yarn, Kirby and the Rainbow Curse, The Magical Quest Starring Mickey Mouse, Mario Kart Arcade GP 2, and even somehow classic dollhouses get mentioned. (Well, the mention of the Strong Museum of Play probably led that portion.) It was a ton of fun to record and I hope it's a ton of fun for you to listen to! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. There is no break music in this episode, but there is a brief visit from a surprise guest named Sab! Full list of episodes
Welcome to another episode of The Negative World Podcast! This time Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) go it alone without a guest and for that, the show is a little shorter than normal. Well, the format is a little different too. Joe and Stephen start off with some banter around the new Nintendo NES Classic Edition. Then they discuss Japan's new Kirby Cafes. They wrap things up with a mention of the new amiibo functionality coming to Animal Crossing: New Leaf as well as a bit of banter on the notion of retroactively adding amiibo functionality to games. Once the break hits you'll find familiar music if you like to catch em' all… Joe and Stephen take time to dissect their experiences with Pokemon GO, Niantic and The Pokemon Company's new phone app. Both gentlemen have had ample time with it and discuss the social aspect they've faced as well as the glitches they've encountered. As someone who walked three miles tonight in hopes of catching a Psyduck, it seems the Pokemon GO hype is not GOing anywhere. Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. The 'break' music is a key track from Pokemon GO. Full list of episodes
With E3 firmly in the past now those frequent knuckleheads, Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) are joined by Dave (BeardedNerd)! The guys start by recalling what they've been up to. It's a unique mix of games this time with the newly released Mighty No. 9 and Shantae and the Pirate's Curse are discussed. Dave specifically mentions his play through of Star Fox Command and his experience with two versions of TMNT: Tournament Fighters. Joe's been attempting a Nuzlocke Challenge in his copy of Pokemon Blue and it's interesting to hear how that's going. Afterwards we have a What Do You Fink segment inquiring about Splatoon and the NX before moving to the meat and potatoes of this episode. In the main topic the guys discuss Mr. Shigeru Miyamoto and his role with the company now. How is it affecting Nintendo? How were things back in the old days and how will things be going forward? Does the average gamer actually have the right to be tired of his efforts? This and more is found inside! Give it a listen! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. The 'break' music is a featured track from Mighty No. 9. Full list of episodes
Huzzah! It's E3 week once again on good ol' Planet Earth! All the key gaming companies are showing off their latest and greatest and we're here to discuss it! On this very special E3-edition of the show Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) are joined by Chris (Chrisbg99) and Lou (TheOldManFromZelda)! The show is broken up in a few different chunks. First up, as Nintendo did in their E3 Treehouse presentation yesterday, we lead off with a brief mention of the latest we saw from Pokemon Sun & Moon. Then we climb our way into a much meatier helping of discussion with the elephant in the room… The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild! It feels so good to have some kind of footing of the direction in Aonuma's latest Zelda game for the Wii U and NX. After an intermission break with some The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword music, we jump back in for more content. After the break we start things off by discussing the new amiibo that Nintendo revealed this week. Then we briefly mention some other things Nintendo had announced yesterday. If only we recorded this tonight and not last night… so much info released today even! Check out the website for more info there. This portion of the discussion tapped us out on Nintendo news so we switched over to some 'Nontendo' news and catch up with the cool things Microsoft and Sony are up to as well. It's a good time to be a gamer and it's a good time to listen to the podcast! Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Full list of episodes
Grab a slice, cause it's time for another episode of the Negative World Podcast! This time 'round, Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) are treated with a visit from Grant (GameDadGrant) to discuss Nintendo! To start things off the gang discusses Mop It Up's Nintendo Systems Survivor Poll at about it's midpoint. Then there's a brief mention of Tadpole Treble news. Finally there's a rousing Now Playing segment featuring discussions on Project X Zone 2, Final Fantasy Explorers, Bravely Second, Xenoblade Chronicles X, and SteamWorld Heist. After the intermission we get into the primary topics, starting with Miitomo. They dive deep into their experiences and the hits and misses of Nintendo's first true app. This leads into discussion about the future of Nintendo Apps. The topic shifts into recent Pokemon Sun & Moon news before some discussion about Nintendo's secretive nature leading up to E3 and the gang speculates on the future of Nintendo and gaming in general. The break music selection is a couple of delightful tracks from Project X Zone 2 and Miitomo. Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Keep an eye out for future episodes! I hope you're also enjoying the Euphonic Podcasts. Another is releasing shortly and there will be a casting call soon for a very special competition-based Euphonic! Stay tuned! Full list of episodes
Happy April, It's another episode of the Negative World Podcast! In this episode we find a nice return to form where Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) sit down with Jamie (PogueSquadron) to discuss video games! Each gentleman has something special to bring to the opening discussions. Jamie shares his experiences with live-streaming as he tells us about his Twitch channel, Turnabout Stepladder at Twitch.tv. Joe recalls how things went with the 2nd Annual Smash Bros. Charity Tournament with Child's Play Charity. Lastly, Stephen details how things have been in the 'Best Pokemon Ever' March Madness Bracket. The final results should go live in the next day or two so keep an eye out! In Now Playing we've got a bevy of games to discuss. Jamie explores with us the unique Steam-based RPG-experience found in Undertale. Joe focuses on Final Fantasy Explorers. How does it relate or differ to games like Monster Hunter? He'll explain! Stephen rekindles some love with an old favorite, Pikmin 3. Other games get a mention as well so tune in! Lastly, the trio discusses the recent 'hoax' regarding a supposed Nintendo controller that matches the original patent filed a while back. Just before the discussion it came to light that the whole thing was faked but the guys discuss the feasibility of that design anyway and the upcoming speculation around Nintendo's new system. The break music selection is a couple of delightful tracks from Undertale. I really hope this game comes to Wii U or 3DS. Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Keep an eye out for future episodes! Euphonic Podcasts are poised to make a return after a 2015-Hiatus. Full list of episodes
Hello, and welcome to the Negative World Podcast; a podcast about video-games by the Nintendo fans at NegativeWorld.org. This is the first episode of the new year; the first of many. In it, you'll find that Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) talk with Peter (Octorockin) about the Negative World GOTY Awards for both the Wii U and the 3DS. They use this major site-event to do an overall review of the year 2015 in gaming as well as a look ahead to the Chinese Year of the Mankey, err Monkey… 2016. Some games that are discussed are… Super Mario Maker, Splatoon, Yoshi's Woolly World Xenoblade Chronicles X, Freedom Planet, Runbow, Fast Racing Neo, Codename: S.T.E.A.M., Stretchmo, BOXBOY!, Tadpole Treble, and Yooka Laylee. However this is just a small amount of games mentioned. There is so much content in this episode! The break music is non-existent as we just keep trucking away. Though, Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outro. Full list of episodes
Welcome to an archaic episode of the Negative World Podcast! Recorded way back in October, just before I bought a house… Thus that's the excuse I've got for why this hasn't released. Free time has been way more scarce than ever but alas, I love the show and I love Nintendo and so does my co-host Joe! The podcast is still alive and kicking! In fact, while you enjoy this episode, Episode 85 is already in the editing bay! In this episode you'll find that Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) talk with Paul (Ploot) about some major titles which came out back in the September/October 2015 timeframe. Most notably of course is the main attraction this episode, the big ol' Super Mario Maker discussion. Joe also details the initial announcement of his currently active NinTemple Pokemon Gym League! You can learn more and sign up at the link provided or just PM Joe about it! The break music is one of my absolute favorite tracks from Yoshi's Woolly World. As always, Negative World's site owner and operator, Zero provides the intro and outdo. Full list of episodes
The Negative World Podcast is back! We've taken an unintentional hiatus this summer as so much energy of mine is spent right now on advancing my off-line life. Joe and I hadn't much time to catch up either so we got our schedules aligned and recorded a new episode of the show! It's our shortest (main) show ever in fact at just over an hour long! In this episode you'll find that Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) have a grab bag of topics to discuss. To start things off they discuss Joe's recent endeavor into the world of pub trivia with other Negative Worlders. Then they discuss Video Game Vinyls for a moment. Thirdly Stephen brings up this new amiibo news regarding the Shovel Knight amiibo. After that it's a brief Now Playing segment (or more like Been Playing) where Joe has been focusing on Kirby and the Rainbow Curse primarily while Stephen is still up to his neck in ink with Splatoon. I hope we'll be able to get back to the usual podcast schedule and lengths soon enough but for now we might be seeing shorter episodes like this one. I'd also like to get the Negative World Euphonic back and running. If anyone wishes for that as well, let us know in the comments. We finish the show with a mention of the late Satoru Iwata. I had intended to make this episode an Iwata-ganza but with everything going on I haven't been able to write a show that would do him justice. So we plan to do something in remembrance soon enough but not at this time. As I just saw his name roll in the credits of the last game I beat, he will always be remembered and he'll always be warming our hearts even when he is no longer with us. There isn't any specific music in this episode but the show's theme music is, as always, from Negative World site owner and operator, Zero. Full list of episodes
Thank you for your patience fellow Nintendo gamers! The final third installment of our E3 2015 episodes! What a fun romp it has been doing these! In this episode you'll find we almost come full circle. First up is Rob (Mr_Mustache), followed by Jon (HammerLord), and in our final segment we have a pairing with Paul (Ploot) and Dave (BeardedNerd). The host situation is shaken up a bit this time around as well with Paul jumping in Rob's segment to co-host and by the final segment Joe (Ninsage) takes his throne once more. Stephen (DrFinkelstein) is around the whole time because he loves to hear his own voice. ;) In this episode all guests get to speak their peace in the Five Questions of E3. Rob and Stephen discuss amiibo, its role at E3, and Animal Crossing Amiibo Festival. Afterwards Jon brings Smash DLC discussion to the table as well as a mention about LetsSuperMario.com. Go check it out! Once Joe joins the group, Paul and Dave discuss a gauntlet of topics to finish out the show. There's Star Fox Zero, Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash, Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer, and finally Super Mario Maker! What a great way to end E3 2015 and our podcasts! Be sure to click the links which will take you to the various trailers where relevant. Music for the episode is borrowed from a few sources; Animal Crossing: New Leaf and Street Fighter II. The show's theme music is from Negative World site owner and operator, Zero. While we recorded this show last month in June, it is unfortunate that as I release it and write this post that the news of Satoru Iwata's death has travelled far and wide. There is no mention of that in this episode and we at the Negative World Podcast plan to pay our full respects with our next recording coming very soon. If you would like to discuss this tragic news and share in the mourning over at Negative World, you can do so at this link. The Power, The Wisdom, The Courage. Rest In Peace, Mr. Iwata. Full list of episodes
The second third of the E3 2015 podcasts has hit the internet! This time we had even more guests and more topics to discuss! You'll find filling out this episode the following folks… We've got, Kris (Kriswright), Greg (TheBigG753), Grant (GameDadGrant) and Andrew (Zero) as main guests. Of course there's the dastardly duo, Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) hosting the whole thing. In this episode we continued to ask each guest a series of five questions relating to Nintendo, E3, or some combo of the two. Once we gained some specific general perspective from each guest we dove into specific topics relating to E3 that each guest wanted to bring to the table. In this second episode Kriswright wanted to talk about Super Mario Maker and Yoshi's Woolly World. TheBigG753 chats about Metroid Prime: Federation Force and the NX. GameDadGrant discusses Hyrule Warriors: Legends, Fire Emblem Fates, and Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam. Lastly, Zero brings up Earthbound Beginnings and Star Fox Zero. Be sure to click the links which will take you to the various trailers where relevant. Music for the episode is borrowed from a few sources; Yoshi's Woolly World, Metroid Prime, and Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam. The show's theme music is from Negative World site owner and operator, Zero. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. If you find us on iTunes, please write us a little review there! We would really appreciate the feedback. It's the best way for us to know what makes our listeners happy and we'd love to respond to some things on future episodes. We mean it! Full list of episodes
E3 was earlier this month and we sure do have an onslaught of podcasts coming your way. I'm trying my best to edit them quick but after a series of unfortunate events (and a lack of sleep) I have finally gotten this first one out! It's got a lot packed into it too! We recorded this on the Wednesday of E3 2015 and all in all, between the hosts, guests, and a special segment you'll find the following awesome Negative Worlders! We've got, Michael (Pokefreak911), Lou (TheOldManFromZelda), and Anand (Anand) as main guests. Then we have a special segment with Grant (GameDadGrant), Paul (Ploot), and Dave (BeardedNerd). Then finally of course there's Joe (Ninsage) and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) hosting the whole thing. For each episode, we asked each guest a series of five questions relating to Nintendo, E3, or some combo of the two. Once we gained some specific general perspective from each guest we dove into specific topics relating to E3 that each guest wanted to bring to the table. In this first episode Pokefreak911 wanted to talk about Nintendo's Overall Presentation and of course Xenoblade Chronicles X. TheOldManFromZelda chats about Star Fox Zero and The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes. Finally Anand talks about Super Smash Bros. DLC for Wii U and 3DS while also bringing his own special topic about perception to the show. Be sure to click the links which will take you to the various trailers where relevant. You'll find a special segment sandwiched between the five answers segment from Joe and I and the first guest. In it is about ten minutes of immediate discussion that occurred right after the Super Smash Bros. Nintendo Direct that kicked off Nintendo's E3 week. I had been over at Ploot's house with BeardedNerd and GameDadGrant where we watched it live. Then we discussed briefly. All three of those guys will be actual guests in Episodes 81 and 82 but it's a fun mini-segment anyway. Music for the episode is borrowed from a few sources; Xenoblade Chronicles X, The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes, and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS. The show's theme music is from Negative World site owner and operator, Zero. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. If you find us on iTunes, please write us a little review there! We would really appreciate the feedback. It's the best way for us to know what makes our listeners happy and we'd love to respond to some things on future episodes. We mean it! Full list of episodes
Alas we are now in fateful June and the E3 birds are singing their songs! E3 is almost near and for that the podcasters of Negative World are in full swing! This episode puts together Joe (Ninsage), and Stephen (DrFinkelstein) with their buddy Hendrik (Jargon) as they discuss Nintendo gaming and run through E3 predictions. To start the gang gets another Yooka-Laylee Update from Stephen and then we hear Hendrik's thoughts on the upcoming Playtonic game. There's only a little over a week until the kickstarter ends so be sure to jump on it now if you haven't yet! Then Hendrik takes us down memory lane to the March Madness bracket he put on a few months ago. This one was based on third-party titles and we dive into how he put that together, the results, and what we learned about ourselves. After that the group goes into Now Playing where they start by having Hendrik run us through the latest Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack (2) and discuss each uniquely wonderful stage. Then Joe brings Mighty Switch Force to the table as well as Steamworld Dig. Both of which he nabbed in the recent Nindie Bundle by Humble Bundle. Stephen rounds things out with none other than Splatoon. Nintendo pulled a surprise Micro Nintendo Direct earlier last week so the crew dabbles into the little bit of news that brought us and then the guys dive in to an hour or so of E3 predictions pulled both from the internet and our own Negative World! We start off with more realistic ideas and then take on some more 'creative' ones. Music for the episode is borrowed from Chibi Robo! The show's theme music is from Negative World site owner and operator, Zero. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. If you find us on iTunes, please write us a little review there! We would really appreciate the feedback. It's the best way for us to know what makes our listeners happy and we'd love to respond to some things on future episodes. We mean it! Full list of episodes
It's been a long cold winter... and it's been hard on the ol' Fink. He hopes you enjoy this long overdue episode feature and the company of his buddies Joe (Ninsage) and Grant (GameDadGrant). There are just a ton of games to talk about this episode. Project X Zone, the Pokemon Bank, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon, Mario Golf: World Tour, Mario Kart 8, Yoshi's New Island, and Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy for starters... and that's me only listing every other one! Between what we've been playing and what was in February 2014's Nintendo Direct, there's just a ton to discuss... so much so that we don't even have a break for a song. Of course still we have to give a big thanks to Zero for the theme music.
Happy New Year! The first episode of the Negative World Podcast for 2014 has released! It's a doozy too! Packed full of content, Stephen (DrFinkelstein) and Joe (Ninsage) are joined by, Andrew (Zero) for another 150+ minute episode. After some welcome-back-banter, the fellas tackle a whopping eight different games they're all playing. These range from some of the hot-items like Super Mario 3D World and The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds to some older titles like Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate and Steamworld Dig. After the 90 or so minutes of that, there's an hour-long discussion of the old Super Mario cartoons from the early 1990s. The gang remembers, reflects, rejoices, and re-considers what worked or didn't work in the three different cartoon series' that hit the US shores back then. They also fondly remember Captain Lou Albano and 'Danny Wells'. This discussion is an extension of the special audio treat found in Episode 57 of the show. With that said, Andrew has prepared a finessed version of the Super Mario Bros. Super Show theme song as performed by our beloved Negative World members. Be sure to give it a listen, whether in the episode or via the download link below. A big thanks to Zero for the theme music as usual. This episode showcases some classic tracks from Super Mario World in the interludes. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link DownloadTo download and save the Super Mario Bros. Super Show Theme as performed by Negative World, just right-click and save this link!
Happy New Year's Eve! It's been over a month since the last podcast despite we recorded this in early December. Between a very busy week immediately after recording and then the holidays, I apologize but I hope this episode finds you well. Today is the last day of 2013 and I made a promise to you and the myself that this would release before the year's end. DrFinkelstein and Ninsage are joined by an old friend, Roykoopa64, the Koopa with the pink sunglasses. The show starts with something special and ends with something special so please stay tuned throughout! As for what's inside... you'll find the guys talk about Super Mario 3D World, Pokemon X&Y, as well as The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. After a shorter round of Box Art Trivia, they dive in to a lengthy discussion of the games they've played this past year. A big thanks to Negative World's creator, Zero for the theme music. This episode showcases some great tracks from Super Mario 3D World in the interludes. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
The Negative World crew goes Poke-crazy in this Pokemon-centric episode. Clocking in at over two and a half hours, there's enough podcast to fill a Snorlax's belly! DrFinkelstein and Ninsage invite two of Negative World's finest, Super_Conzo and Deathly_Hallows. The thing is, they're both new to the Pokemon series with Pokemon X&Y. At first we get a glimpse into what their current Pokemon rosters look like. Considering everybody starts off in the same place, there is surprising diversity between everyone. Then the gang dives into the nitty gritty of Pokemon and specifically Pokemon X&Y. From the graphics to the Pokemon typing, and even an interesting look at the true potential of the Mega Evolution concept, this podcast has something for everyone. A big thanks to Negative World's creator, Zero for the theme music. This episode lacks interlude music because there's just so much content, I couldn't bare to pad it further with music. Though I highly recommend to check out the various Pokemon soundtracks. They're quite stellar. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Episode 55 is a special episode indeed, and not just for repeating numbers... DrFinkelstein and Ninsage sit down with Negative World's own TriforceBun (Matthew Taranto) in an extended interview. For the first half, the trio discusses Matthew's webcomic, Brawl In The Family... which as of this podcast publishing contains 525 comics! The second half of the show is an in-depth look at the heart and soul of Matthew's new game, Tadpole Treble. He just launched a Kickstarter and so far it's going strong. Will you support Matthew and Tadpole Treble? You can do so at the Tadpole Treble Kickstarter Page. Listen to find out what makes this music-rhythm game unique and why it isn't quite a prequel to Blaster Master... despite the hopes and dreams of Ninsage. A big thanks to Negative World's creator, Zero for the theme music. This episode lacks interlude music, but the special inclusion you hear at the start is actually a piece of Matthew's The History of Nintendo, a special animated webcomic he did for the 400th comic milestone. Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
"As wide as the world is, I am the only boat upon it who can speak the words of men." - King of Red LionsThis episode brings you a uniquely formatted change of pace, somewhat. First off you'll hear DrFinkelstein, Ninsage and another newcomer, Hero_Of_Hyrule. That's the third new guest in a row! Awesome! This time around, instead of doing a Now Playing series of discussions the guys tackle a Group Review-like-like discussion of The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker considering the HD Remake released just in the past handful of weeks. Then with that wrapped up, the gang hits upon some key topics from the Nintendo Direct held on October 1st. A big thanks to Negative World's creator, Zero for the intro and outro themes. The interlude music is from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker of course! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
See that can? Episode 53 is in it! In this episode you'll find, DrFinkelstein, Ninsage and newcomer, TheOldManFromZelda discussing all sorts of topics! The guys go through the games they're playing which includes Pikmin 3, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Earthbound, and more. There's also a small discussion regarding the late Hiroshi Yamauchi, Nintendo's former President. The gang discusses what Wii Fit U and Wii Sports Club means to them and finally dives into the interesting topic of whether or not changing a genre within a franchise can freshen things up. Do the guys think it's a good idea or a stinky one? Listen to find out. Plus, there's a couple unique game ideas that are a must-listen... /oversell? As per usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from Super Smash Brothers Brawl but specifically the Earthbound tunes in honor of that being a game TheOldManFromZelda has been tackling! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
It's episode fifty-one!! That's like, one more than fifty! In this episode, DrFinkelstein and Ninsage discuss various games they've been playing and more Nintendo Direct discussion. As per usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from Etrian Odyssey IV for the 3DS! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. We'd love it if you went and gave us a glowing (but honest) review on iTunes also! You can find a normal version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link DownloadP.S. Be sure to check out the awesome new Kickstarter campaign from Keiji Inafune, the father of Mega Man, currently still with many days left! Lets get it to that Wii U stretch goal for Mighty No. 9!
With episode 52 we now have as many episodes as Reggie Fils-Aime has had birthdays!... Achievement Unlock! This time, DrFinkelstein and Ninsage are joined by a first-timer, Pokefreak911! We're excited to have him. The guys go through the games they're playing which includes Spelunky, Super Mario Bros. 3, and more... including even a little more Animal Crossing New Leaf. Then Pokefreak911 is subjected to another round of Box Art Trivia! Afterwards the gang discusses the Pokemon Mega-Evolutions as well as the "Lets Play" video phenomenon causing a bit of controversy these days. As per usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from Super Mario Bros. 3 for the NES! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. We'd love it if you went and gave us a glowing (but honest) review on iTunes also! You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link DownloadIf you're interested in watching Pokefreak911's gaming activities, you can watch his feed on occasion here! A Reminder: These two Kickstarters are finishing soon! Help support Wii U eShop gaming by participating in the following Kickstarter projects! Mighty No. 9 by comcept USA, LLCShantae: Half-Genie Hero by WayForward
Alas our big fiftieth episode! I know it has been a while since our last podcasts from E3 and I, DrFinkelstein, apologizes. We recorded this right at the end of June but personal and professional business has caused various delays. Still, I'm not in the business of excuses so lets just move forth and enjoy the show! Episode 50 brings DrFinkelstein and Ninsage discussing gaming apparel, some great games being played, and then ending the first act with a fun Box Art Guessing Game! Act II finds your faithful hosts discussing what games would start truly rounding out their Nintendo libraries. It's a bit of fun wishful thinking. Links to the Shirt-related Websites are as follows; Threadless ||| Shirt Punch ||| Shirt.wootAs per usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from an obvious choice, Animal Crossing New Leaf for the 3DS! Check out InfinityWave's thread about his shirt designs here (Requires NW Account) Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. We'd love it if you went and gave us a glowing (but honest) review on iTunes also! You can find a normal version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
We hope you're not done with E3 yet because here we have another E3 2013 podcast for you from the folks at Negative World! Known as Episode 049 Part 2, in this episode we find Zero and DrFinkelstein discussing their experiences at the Best Buy Demo-events Nintendo put on this past week. The trusty NinSage is along for the ride with some special impressions of his own! The trio discuss particularly the following upcoming titles... Super Mario 3D World, Mario Kart 8, Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Super Smash Bros., and more! Be sure to add those to your Game Database as WANTED, assuming it is indeed true that you desire them. Why wouldn't you?!? As per usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is still nonexistent. There's too much content! We don't have time for interludes! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. We'd love it if you went and gave us a glowing (but honest) review on iTunes also! You can find a normal version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
It's the end of E3 Week 2013!!!! All of us Negative Worlders had to stay home from the big event but a group of us still got together on Wednesday night to record the big E3 special, Legitimate Toad Is Missing!!! Yes, that also means this podcast is out in record time. Don't get used to the two-day turn-around,... ;) Still, this episode we have a fantastic foursome in the form of Kriswright, TheBigG753, and NinSage co-hosting along with everyone's second-favorite doctor (to Dr. Mario of course), DrFinkelstein! They discuss E3 2013 at length in this nearly two-and-a-half-hour podcast. Games discussed include but are not limited to, Super Mario 3D World, Super Smash Bros, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Mario Kart 8, and much much much more!!! Give it a listen. If you're not normally a listener of the enhanced podcast, you might want to start. It is broken down by game/topic with it's lovely useful chapters. As per the norm, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is nonexistent. We just talk, talk, talk. Content. Content. Content! No breaks! Please comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. We'd love it if you went and gave us a glowing (but honest) review on iTunes also! You can find a normal version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
We apologize for the distinct tardiness of this episode. Various brand new technical difficulties made this episode tricky. In fact, until the eleventh hour we didn't think the La Mulana discussion would be able to be in. Alas though it was and hence the episode is named in honor. This episode finds Zero guesting and discussing some Mario and a unique Playstation game that looks more like it should be on a Nintendo console. NinSage describes his struggles through La Mulana and other games he's actually enjoying. Finally, DrFinkelstein briefly mentions some Nintendo games he's been playing only to go into a rant about the Zelda Oracle series he hopes to play. [Fun Fact, by now he's beaten Seasons and on to Ages]. Then they dive into yet another Nintendo Direct discussion. These NDs happen often eh? Zero finishes the podcast with discussion of his time at ACEN this year. As per the norm, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from Pikmin. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Hey guys! It's time again for another Negative World podcast. This episode finds Chrisbg99 guesting and discussing some Fatal Frame action. NinSage describes his gaming life post-Pokemon addiction. Finally, DrFinkelstein zips through what's keeping him busy, including the non-Nintendo game, Bioshock Infinite. As per the norm, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner, Zero. The interlude music is from The Legend of Zelda: A Link To The Past. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Hey guys! It's time again for a brand new episode of the Negative World podcast. This time, NinSage tells you all about how he literally 'caught em' all" and DrFinkelstein gushes about Lego City: Undercover. Later, the Duck Tales remake announcement is discussed which leads into the whole "remake" phenomenon in general. As usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner and dictator, Zero. The interlude music is from the original Duck Tales game on NES. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard mp3 version of this podcast at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodesEnjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Wait a second! This isn't the Negative World Podcast! What is this Euphonic thing? Well, glad you asked disembodied question-asker! Welcome to the Negative World Euphonic podcast! These will not necessarily be a consistent ever X-weeks kind of thing, but from time to time Joe (Ninsage) and I (DrFinkelstein) will be recording episodes of the show where YOU negative-worlders get to help celebrate Video Game Music! Each episode we will have a thread prior where it will be up to you to help us think of some of the best video game songs based on certain themes. The only restriction is that the song must have been featured in a game that was on a Nintendo console at some point (this does include Virtual Console). Once that's all sorted, a new episode will be recorded where we feature three songs per theme while Joe and I will bring some others into the mix to surprise you. Comment on the music, the show, etc. on Negative World, Facebook or, Twitter. Enjoy the show! Full list of episodesDirect Link DownloadEpisode Available in Both .mp3 and .m4a formats. Negative World does not own the rights to any of the songs featured on the podcast. This is a non-profit appreciation podcast and the rights belong to whoever owns them at the time of release.
Hey guys! It's time again for a brand new episode of the NegativeWorld podcast. This time, NinSage, DrFinkelstein and Zero discusses Bit.Trip Runner2, Star Fox 64 3DS, and the upcoming Flipnote Studio 3DS. Then they interview indie game developer Craig Stern, the mind, body, and soul behind "Telepath Tactics". As usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner and dictator, Zero. The interlude music is from BIT.TRIP Presents Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. Check out Craig Stern's Kickstarter Campaign here! You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 format at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodes Enjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Hey guys! It's time again for a brand new episode of the NegativeWorld podcast. This time, NinSage and DrFinkelstein discuss all the ins and outs of the Valentine's Nintendo Direct. They also discuss what's been in their systems. Joe comments on games like Gunman Clive and Escapee Go, while Stephen buys things on a whim and finishes The Walking Dead. (Note: Deeper story discussion-spoilers in that section of the podcast) As always, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner and dictator, Zero. The interlude music is from Sonic & All-Star Racing Transformed. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard mp3 version of this podcast at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodes Enjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Hey guys! It's time again for a brand new episode of the NegativeWorld podcast. This time, NinSage, DrFinkelstein and Zero discuss the news about games and features we got regarding WiiU in the latest Nintendo Direct. As usual, the theme music comes from Negative World's owner and dictator, Zero. The interlude musics are from Paper Mario: Sticker Star. Comment on the topics, the podcast, the guests, hosts, etc. on Negative World! You can also reach us through Facebook or Twitter. You can find a standard version of this podcast in mp3 form at Negative World Podcast or on iTunes. Full list of episodes Enjoy the show! Direct Link Download
Radio Trivia continues its multi-cultural tradition with guest co-host Guillaume Veillette from the Negative World Podcast.