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IGN co-founder Peer Schneider joins the podcast this week to gush with David about Picross. We discuss what makes Jupiter's Picross games so special, how the series has changed over time, and the best entry point for new players. We also cover all the Nintendo and video game news, including the flurry of Switch 2 rumors and leaks, our impressions of The Game Awards, the current state of the industry with recent layoffs as well as unionization efforts, and much, much more. As always, we close with the games we've all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:54 News and Rumors 0:35:06 Picross 1:11:42 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/
Peer Schneider is one of the co-founders of IGN and is currently IGN's EVP and Chief Content Officer. #ign #gaming #gamesSOCIAL MEDIATWITTER - @peerignINSTAGRAM - @peerignTIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro01:20 - How Peer Fits In Gaming Time With His Busy Schedule04:50 - IGN's Current Work Model/Remote & Office Work07:40 - Interview Process At IGN/Bad Interviewees10:05 - How IGN Knows When To Change Strategy With Its Content13:40 - The Different Youtube Channels/Youtube Algorithm18:40 - Optimising Content/SEO19:30 - Peer's Views On Chat GPT & AI23:40 - Other Publications Ripping Off IGN's Content26:20 - Mortal Kombat Guide Content That Was Ripped Off/ Contacting The Perpetrators28:00 - Crediting Sources29:00 - Being Blacklisted By Gaming Publishers/THQ Scandal34:10 - Political Nature Of Gaming Journalism/Being Trustworthy36:30 - Moving To America From Germany/Living In Japan39:00 - Places In America Peer Hasn't Been To40:10 - Travelling For Work And Maintaining Energy/Gaming Behaviour Tour/Presentations42:10 - Flight Times/Peer Hasn't Been To New Zealand & Australia Yet43:10 - Why There Won't Be A Fourth Hardware Competitor45:20 - Fortnite Itself Is A Platform46:10 - IGN's Approaches To Leaks48:27 - The Legend Of Zelda Live Film Discussion/Video Game Movie Adaptations51:40 - Metroid Prime 4, Wii U & Switch 2 Discussion56:40 - The Biggest Misunderstanding People Have With IGN/ Publishers Do Not Pay IGN For Good Reviews1:02:09 - How IGN's Top Lists Are Made/Peer Doesn't Like Ninja Gaiden/IGN Doesn't Have A Hive Mind1:03:58 - The Obsession With The Metacritic Score1:05:12 - Starfield's Review Score1:06:56 - Reviewers Having Enough Time To Review A Game1:07:50 - Kiwi's PAX West 2024 Pitch With Retro Studios Devs/Outro
October is more than just the spookiest month: it's chock-full of games for Nintendo Switch owners, too. Reb Valentine, Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and Seth Macy talk upcoming games, Kat's trip to Japan, a giant TV that appeared in Seth's basement, and an exciting new announcement from Reb about LIFE?!? Great show this week, you're going to like it. 00:00:00 - Intro & Kat's TGS Impressions00:10:10 - Reb's Life Updates & What We're Playing00:31:59 - Mario & Rabbids: Sparks of Hope Preview Impressions00:42:48 - Upcoming Games for October01:07:17 - Question Block & Outro
Live A Live makes its way to us for the first time in glorious HD2D this week and Nintendo is at San Diego Comic Con (sort of). Plus, Super Mario Strikers gets a content update, but will it be enough to pull fans back to the stadium? Finally, a ton of retro game praise and discussion. Join Rebekah Valentine, Peer Schneider, Samuel Claiborn, and Casey DeFreitas this week on Nintendo Voice Chat for hands-on impressions of Live-a-Live and a deep-dive into the now especially robust Nintendo Switch Online library.
Kirby's Dream Buffet and Bayonetta 3's release date announcement makes it seem like maybe we won't be getting a Nintendo Direct after all, and that's fine! We're all so tired. Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks and Seth Macy this week on Nintendo Voice Chat to discuss Bayonetta, Kirby, and some of that Monster Hunter Goodness. Oh, and an extended Question Block segment, where we answer YOUR questions. 00:00:00 - Intro & Bayonetta 3 Gets a Release Date! 00:15:50 - Kirby's Dream Buffet is NOT Kirby Fall Guys 00:24:20 - Question Block? THIS Early in the Podcast? 01:05:58 - What We've Been Playing & Outro
Welcome to another exciting episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, the only Nintendo podcast on Earth that we're aware of at this moment. This week Seth Macy and Peer Schneider are joined by the amazing Casey DeFreitas and Samuel Claiborn to talk about Rogue Jam's audience choice award winner, Mysplaced, and how it plays to its inspirations maybe a little too much. Is that bad thing? What games have perfected the homage and are there any notable games that have taken it too far? 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:15 - No Man's Sky Coming Soon! 00:14:05 - E3 Returns 2023 00:31:25 - When Does a Game Stop Being an Homage? 00:49:05 - Reasons We Love The Nintendo GameCube 00:55:24 - What We're Playing 01:07:10 - Question Block & Outro
Reggie Fils-Aime's book Disrupting the Game is available everywhere and we learned some pretty cool stuff from it. On the flip side, Kat put together a report about what it's like to be a contractor working for Nintendo, and it isn't quite the Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory we might have imagined. Join hosts Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and Seth Macy for another exciting episode of NVC.
In this very special episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, Seth Macy, Kat Bailey, and Peer Schneider sit down with Reggie Fils-Aimé, former President of Nintendo of America. We talk about his new book “Disrupting the Game: From the Bronx to the Top of Nintendo”, Reggie's fondest memories at Nintendo, thoughts about the latest workplace news at Nintendo, and MUCH more!
Balan Wonderworld was a famously bad game, but did you ever … wonder… why? Well, former director Yuji Naka took to Twitter to tell us his side of the story. We also talk about Nintendo Switch Sports and how it might get your mom and dad to play video games again. Join hosts Seth Macy, Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider and special guest Mitchell Saltzman for another Nintacular episode of Nintendo Voice Chat. 00:00:00 - Intro & Housekeeping 00:01:08 - Balan Wonderworld Lawsuit 00:12:25 - Nintendo Switch Sports Review! 00:27:28 - NSO Gets 3 New (Great) Genesis Games 00:33:21 - Kirby Turns 30! 00:41:26 - Seth's Soapbox 00:48:18 - What We're Playing 01:03:06 - Question Block & Outro
Tom Petty once sang "The waiting is the hardest part," and little did he know at the time he was singing about the still-unnamed Breath of the Wild sequel, officially delayed to Spring 2023. No one is even mad, Nintendo. Take your time! Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano and Seth Macy as we talk about what this delay could mean for the future of the franchise and the future of the Nintendo Switch.
Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat, Pokemon fans! This week, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Rebekah Valentine as they discuss IGN's thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Hear everything you need to know about the next evolution for the Pokemon series, including why we're torn on the game. Plus, an update to IGN's top 25 Switch games, why Shigeru Miyamoto hates Ocarina of Time's Navi, and more. 00:00:00 - Welcome! 00:00:50 - Pokemon Legends Arceus 00:26:06 - Top 25 Nintendo Switch Game List Update 00:35:50 - Shigeru Miyamoto Hated Navi 00:41:55 - Kat Take 00:47:58 - News Rundown 00:54:15 -What We've Been Playing 01:01:30 - Question Block!
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Kat Bailey is joined by Peer Schneider, Rebekah Valentine, and special guest Imran Khan to talk about how Xbox's huge Activision acquisition impacts Nintendo moving forward. Hear the panel discuss the potential fate of franchises like Overwatch and Crash Bandicoot on Switch, and the crazy scenario where Microsoft tried to go after Nintendo 20 years ago. Plus, some quick Nintendo sales news, Banjo-Kazooie coming to Nintendo Switch online, and a whole lot more. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:09 - Activision Blizzard impact on Nintendo 00:24:29 - Nintendo sales numbers 00:39:52 - Banjo-Kazooie on Switch 00:51:00 - News undown 00:56:04 - Kat Take 01:06:15 - What we've been playing 01:14:15 - Question Block 01:19:23 - Outro
What are the most under-the-radar games coming to Switch in 2022? Find out on this week's NVC, where Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and special guest Dan Ryckert talk TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, Metal Slug Tactics, Triangle Strategy, and other upcoming titles they're looking forward to. Plus, the crew dives into the latest Mario Kart rumors, the new Kirby and the Forbidden Land release date news, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Welcoooome! 00:00:41 - Mario Kart rumors 00:08:29 - The secret best Switch games of 2022 00:36:37- Kirby release date news 00:44:48 - News rundown 00:49:07 - Kat Take 00:57:27 - Best wrestling games 01:03:54 - What we're playing
Welcoooome to 2022! This year could be a big one for Nintendo, and the NVC crew is back to preview the exciting months ahead. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Casey DeFreitas as they break down the most exciting games scheduled for Switch this year. From Pokemon Legends: Arceus, to the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, tune in to hear the panel's thoughts on 2022's lineup. Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Welcome! 00:02:10 - Pokemon Legends Arceus 00:15:21 - Splatoon 3 00:22:12 - Bayonetta 3 00:25:21 - Bayonetta's Makeup… Evolution…? 00:30:23 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land 00:35:10 - Thoughts on Breath of the Wild 2 00:44:19 - Predictions for Nintendo in 2022 01:00:20 - What We're Playing & Outro
Welcome to the final Nintendo Voice Chat for 2021! Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Brian Altano as they look at their most-played Switch games of 2021. Plus, a recap of the Indie World presentation, the new Analogue Pocket handheld, Breath of the Wild 2 gameplay hints, and more. We'll see you back here in 2022! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Welcome! 00:00:55 - Tribute to NES Designer Masayuki Uemura 00:08:22 - Nintendo Indie World Recap 00:15:49 - Analogue Pocket Talk! 00:28:15 - Nintendo Switch Year In Review: Our Stats! 00:40:15 - Nintendo News Rundown 00:56:40 - Kat Take 01:05:00 - What We've Been Playing 01:15:10 - Question Block
We're just a week away from The Game Awards, and some Super Ninfriendos are hopeful we might get a glimpse of Breath of the Wild 2 at the big show. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, and Kat Bailey this week on NVC, as the panel shares what they want to see from Nintendo at The Game Awards. Plus, discussions on the most underrated Switch games of 2021, which dormant Nintendo series should be revived next in the wake of Metroid Dread, and a whole lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:05 - The Game Awards Wish List 00:16:14 - Most Underrated Games of 2021 00:29:04 - Kat Takes 00:38:28 - Top 100 Games: Super Metroid 00:48:29 - What Nintendo Series Should Get its “Dread” 01:01:29 - December Games 01:02:40 - What We've Been Playing 01:16:45 - Question Block & Outro
Welcooome to a special Thanksgiving edition of NVC! This week, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, and Kat Bailey, as they grade Nintendo's holiday lineup, from Metroid Dread to Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. Then, it's a Mega Question Block, as the NVC crew answers a cornucopia of your questions. 00:00:00 - Rating the Switch's Holiday Season 00:26:07 - Top Nintendo Games: Mario 3 & Super Mario World 00:37:36 - Mega Thanksgiving Question Block!
Grand Theft Auto games are finally on Switch, but the result is less than grand. This week on NVC, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Reb Valentine as they break down the ports of the classic PS2 GTA trilogy. On a more positive note, Animal Crossing's DLC is great, and the panel shares their impressions. Plus, Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl have leaked, we may see a new direction for 3D Mario, and a whole lot more. 00:00:00 - GTA: The Trilogy Definitive Edition Chat 00:16:56 - Discussing Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl Leaks 00:27:29 - Thoughts on ACNH: Happy Home Paradise 00:42:20 - Kat Takes 00:53:52 - Top 100 Games: Final Fantasy VI 01:01:45 - News Blast 01:05:55 - What We've Been Playing 01:12:24 - Question Block!
Nintendo dropped the new Animal Crossing update early, and we have impressions of the new features in New Horizons. And, with the rumor that Seth Rogen will star in a solo Donkey Kong animated film, we match other Nintendo characters with the Hollywood stars that should play them. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Michael Swaim this week on Nintendo Voice Chat. 00:00:00 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons v2.0 Chat 00:12:29 - Donkey Kong Movie & Fan Casting Nintendo Characters 00:29:25 - Shin Megami Tensei V Thoughts 00:34:39 - Top Nintendo Games: A Link to the Past 00:41:25 - Kat Takes 00:45:41 - News Blast 00:50:34 - What We're Playing 00:57:34 - Question Block
It's a packed episode this week on Nintendo Voice Chat! First up, the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is out, and there's some frustration over how the N64 games run on Switch. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and our old Ninfriendo Zach Ryan as they hash it all out. Plus, hear about IGN's Mario Party Superstars review, the new Pikmin AR game, and more. Stick around to hear some spoilery thoughts on Metroid Dread. Timecodes: 00:00:00 - N64 Expansion Pack chat 00:29:25 - Is Mario Party Superstars the best Mario Party? 00:33:32 - The new Pikmin AR game 00:37:51 - Top Nintendo Games #43: Metroid Prime 00:48:25 - Why Nintendo's history deserves better 00:55:10 - Metroid Dread SPOILERCAST
A ton of new content is on the way to Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including a huge DLC expansion. While the NVC crew is excited about the updates, they're less excited about the pricing news for Nintendo Switch Online that came bundled in with the announcement. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Taylor Lyles as they react to all of today's big announcements. Plus, impressions of the Pokemon Gen 4 remakes, a new segment, and more! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Welcome! 00:02:11 - Nintendo Switch Online's wild new pricing 00:16:18 - Animal Crossing Direct! 00:27:24 - Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Preview 00:36:47 - Kat's Take 00:50:05 - Question Block & Outro New this week! For an easy way to find NVC on your favorite platform, check out our new NVC Linktree!
Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! The Nintendo 64 (and IGN!) turned 25 years old this week, so we've assembled a panel of N64 superfans to talk about Nintendo's wacky 64-bit machine. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and special guest Jared Petty to hear about everything from the unforgettable controller, to the best games on the system. Plus, Hear brief updates on Monster Hunter Rise, what we're playing, and an important announcement!
Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! On this live Nintendo Direct post show, the NVC crew breaks down the craziest reveals from this week's Nintendo Direct, including the wild Mario movie cast. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they discuss Bayonetta 3's long-awaited reveal, the new 3D Kirby game, Chris Pratt, and a whole lot more.
Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week marked the 30th anniversary of the Super Nintendo's launch, and we've got a special episode of NVC to celebrate the occasion. Join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Sam Claiborn, and Kat Bailey as they discuss their best memories with Nintendo's 16-bit powerhouse. Plus, hear the verdict on No More Heroes 3, impressions of the WarioWare demo on Switch, and more.
From the surprise release of Axiom Verge 2, to the announcement Loop Hero is coming to Switch later this year, the list of great-looking games coming to Switch is longer than ever. Join Seth Macy, Reb Valentine, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider for this week's episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.
Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Metroid turns 35 years old in Japan, and Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Kat Bailey, and Logan Plant are here to discuss their favorite games in the franchise. Plus, The Nintendo Switch just keeps on selling, and the crew breaks down the latest financial numbers. Stick around to hear Peer and Logan's thoughts on The Great Ace Attorney, and much more.
Part of creating The Max Frequency Podcast was to restore all the episodes of Behind the Pixel, an interview show I did in 2017 for seven episodes. These will be mixed into this feed so that the show can live on podcast services once more. Below are the original show notes, with some light editing. You can check out the original posts here. I hope you enjoy. Co-founder of IGN, Peer Schneider sits down with Max Roberts to offer a look inside the world's largest gaming website—IGN. Peer shares about bringing video games back on TV, reacting and responding to the audience, and how to keep reporting entertainment and gaming news fresh over the course of 20 years. With 156 million monthly users across 12 platforms, IGN is a massive machine. Join us for a peek at the parts the make it all work and the community that fuels it. Follow Peer on Twitter @PeerIGN Follow IGN on Twitter @IGN. Dope facts about Peer Schneider Peer is a meme. For real. Check it out. Peer grew up in Germany, went to college in Japan, and now helps run IGN in America. Peer wrote the IGN review for Paper Mario and the Thousand Year Door. I love that game dearly. Links to articles mentioned in the interview (Listed in order of publication date) N64.com Imagine Games Network (Original Website) Origins: The History of IGN Airship Travelogues Episode 006: IGN64 Nostalgia Peer Schneider (Special Guest) - Kinda Funny Gamescast Ep. 89 IGN X Twitter E3 2017 Coverage Press Release Don't Die Interview with Peer Schneider Action and Reaction with Peer Schneider: Pockets Full of Soup Ep. 48 Games You Should Be Playing Right Now - The IGN Show EP. 7 “If you frequent websites and YouTube channels and Twitch streams and you like something, say so. You do not understand how important it is to laud people for a job well done. And usually, we have this reaction where we want to say ‘That was awesome' and step away. You can't do that. Just like when you are angry—so important to give feedback when you are angry or when you disagree, very important to give that feedback—but remember to do it when you like something.” — Peer Schneider on Action and Reaction with Peer Schneider: Pockets Full of Soup Ep. 48. This episode was recorded on July 26, 2017.
Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat: OLED Edition! Nintendo has finally unveiled the next member of the Nintendo Switch Family, featuring a larger, OLED screen and a redesigned dock. But, it's missing the highly-rumored 4K support that some fans were hoping for. So, what do we think? This week on NVC, join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and special guest Jools Watsham as they break down their thoughts on Nintendo's newest console. Plus, hear about our Monster Hunter Stories 2 review, some special amiibo news, and Pictooi, Jools' new game! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Let's talk Switch OLED 00:37:35 Monster Hunter Stories 2 discussion 00:53:07 Monster Hunter amiibo Sweepstakes 00:55:47 Talking Pictooi with Jools!
Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Seth Macy, and Tom Marks to look back on the best Switch releases throughout the first half of 2021. They also look ahead to the most highly anticipated games still to come this year! Plus, hear discussions about Star Fox 64's anniversary, Kazuya in Smash, and a whole lot more.
Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo's beloved purple box was revealed at E3 two decades ago, and the NVC crew is here this week to reflect on the reveal, as well as how E3 has changed over the last 20 years. Join host Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and IGN cofounder and NVC alum Matt Casamassina for that discussion, as well as conversations about Nintendo failing to keep up with Switch demand, Capcom breaking sales records, and a whole lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 20 years since GameCube's introduction 00:41:27 News! 00:52:00 Games out this week 00:54:58 What we're playing 01:06:30 Question Block!
Welcome to NVC! After Takaya Imamura's recent comments on the state of the F-Zero franchise, host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Logan Plant to discuss what a potential F-Zero revival could look like. Plus, hear about the recent Great Ace Attorney announcement, some new-fangled technology that lets you print your Nintendo Switch screenshots, and the panel's thoughts on the recently-released Ask Iwata book. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! F-Zero discussion 00:32:25 The Great Ace Attorney heads west 00:39:45 More news! 01:00:00 What we're... reading!
Welcooooome to NVC! This week, fill-in host Zach Ryan is joined by Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Rebekah Valentine to talk about all things Nintendo. First up, Nintendo announced a new Switch Lite color this week, and the internet can't decide if it's blue or purple. Then, hear about the panel's favorite games from the recent Indie World showcase, including Oxenfree 2, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and more. Stick around to hear about the Ask Iwata book, more New Pokemon Snap details, and another round of Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Is the new Switch blue or purple? 00:09:30 Indie World discussion 00:32:50 Ask Iwata book 00:37:45 New New Pokemon Snap details 00:46:00 What we're playing 00:55:35 Question Block!
Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Off the heels of some underwhelming Nintendo Switch releases, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Rebekah Valentine share some disappointing Nintendo games throughout the years. And, to add some positivity into the mix, the panel also discusses some games that they love! Next, hear about Monster Hunter Rise's monstrous launch, why analysts think digital games will soon dominate over physical releases, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Disappointing games, and games we love 00:35:30 Monster Hunter Rise had a huge launch 00:38:55 Digital and physical games discussion 00:49:35 Games out this week 00:51:51 What we're playing
A wild Nintendo Direct appeared! For the first time in over a year, Nintendo dropped a full-length Nintendo Direct presentation. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan as they react to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 characters joining Smash, the surprise Splatoon 3 announcement, Mario Golf on Switch and more. Plus, after Skyward Sword HD's announcement and no new information on Breath of the Wild's sequel, the panel discusses why Nintendo needs more Zelda in its 2021 master plan. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Nintendo Direct reactions 00:24:34 Zelda discussion 00:45:15 More news 00:48:00 What we're playing 01:04:44 Question Block!
The Nintendo Switch continues to sell like the greatest thing since sliced bread, passing the beloved Nintendo 3DS. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they recap Nintendo's crazy sales numbers from the last quarter. Plus, the panel discusses Nintendo reportedly canceling a Netflix Zelda project, new Monster Hunter Rise details, and what Hideki Kamiya is saying about Bayonetta 3. All that, and more, this week on Nintendo Voice Chat! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Crazy Nintendo Switch numbers 00:11:55 Nintendo's rumored Netflix projects 00:23:00 More news! 00:40:45 Games out this week 00:44:40 What we're playing 00:58:44 Question Block!
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Casey DeFreitas returns to the host seat this week, and she's joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to talk about Bowser's Fury, the new Monster Hunter Rise Switch, and more. Plus, stick around for discussion on the Nintendo 64's long-lost feature, and games the panel is playing this week. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Bowser's Fury preview 00:08:50 Mario Rabbids rumors 00:12:17 More news, including the Monster Hunter Switch! 00:35:10 The N64's long-lost feature 00:43:35 What we're playing
THE TRUTH BEHIND IGN EXPOSED - Oh wait, that's not how you do a clickbait headline...since you are already here... Well, then how about a simple welcome to the brand new season of the show. Peer Schneider of IGN joins me this episode and we talk about game journalism, his love for Nintendo Switch Joycons, how to run the worlds biggest gaming website during a pandemic and much more: Time – Topic Discussed: 0:00 - Intro 1:50 - Guest topic: Running IGN during the pandemic 19:51 - Struggling video game outlets 24:16 - Figuring out how to create content for new platforms 31:27 - Adblock in 2020 33:03 - Peer's sausage spreadsheet 34:40 - How are your German skills these days? 35:28 - Staying positive on the internet 39:15 - Harassment on the internet 41:24 - Dealing with controversies 47:14 - Thought process behind reviews and other content 50:13 - Responsibility of being Chief Content Officer 51:46 - Joy-Con love 53:55 - Getting things signed 55:23 - What key takeaways would you hope people learned from you 57:06 - Nurturing talent at IGN and dealing with departure 01:01:16 - YOU ME AND THE INDUSTRY Review 01:03:45 - Plugs 01:04:10 - Closing comments / outro Links: Peer Schneider Peer Schneider on Instagram (@Peerign) Peer Schneider on Twitter (@Peerign) Find reviews, news and articles on the IGN Homepage YOU ME AND THE INDUSTRY YOU ME AND THE INDUSTRY on Twitter (@youmeindustry) Dorian on Twitter (@DorianChou) YOU ME AND THE INDUSTRY on Instagram (@youmeindustry) Dorian on Instagram (@dorian.chou) Intro/Outro by FreshMcZone Artwork by Thomas Martin (Instagram: @thomas.martin.martin) Dedicated to J.B.
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! For the final episode of 2020, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks as they look ahead to what's in store for Nintendo's 2021. Thank you for supporting NVC in 2020! We'll see you next year! And as always, get the thing!
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! For this Holiday Break edition of NVC, join Seth Macy, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Tom Marks as they reflect on Nintendo in the year of 2020, and discuss the best game of the year. From Animal Crossing to Hades, this is where you'll hear about the top games that came out on Switch over the last 12 months.
On today’s episode I’m chatting with Peer Schneider, Chief Content Officer at IGN. Peer’s story is an incredible one. From a kid growing up in small-town Germany that just loved to play video games, to navigating the ups and downs of the dot.com crash, acquisitions and sales by Rupert Murdoch and why all these years later, he still gets excited about his sparkly new PlayStation5. This episode is a play by play of the world of media over the last 25 years and Peer has had a front row seat the whole time. So get ready for a wild ride, it’s game time.
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Seth Macy is joined by Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Tom Marks to discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from Nintendo in 2020. Join in as the NVC crew recaps some of the major Nintendo happenings this year, including the Nintendo Switch shortage and Super Mario's 35th anniversary. Plus, hear reactions to this week's Indie World presentation, the new NES and SNES Switch Online games, and much more. Finally, we wrap up with another round of Question Block.
Welcome to NVC! This week, your new fill-in host Seth Macy is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks to discuss Nintendo's presence at The Game Awards. Hear about the one-winged angel, Sephiroth from Final Fantasy VII, coming to Super Smash Bros., our thoughts on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, recent Switch sales numbers, and more.
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, join Janet Garcia, Peer Schneider, Brendan Graeber, and Seth Macy as they evaluate the main Nintendo Switch nominees for the 2020 Game Awards. Plus, impressions on the recently released Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch, as well as our predictions for what wacky Nintendo product we could see next. Stick around to hear about the seasonal Animal Crossing update, Picross S5, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Quick Age of Calamity discussion 00:05:00 Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch Discussion 00:26:25 Nintendo at the Game Awards 00:42:50 More news 00:50:33 What we're playing 00:57:42 Question Block!
Pikmin 3 Deluxe, the final Partner Showcase Direct, and Majora's Mask are the highlights of this week's Nintendo Voice Chat. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and special guest O'Dell Harmon Jr. for this week's ride through the world of Nintendo. First, it's Majora's Mask's 20th anniversary, and the panel shares their favorite moments from this spooky Zelda adventure. Speaking of spooky, we discuss the first time a video game ever truly scared us. Plus, a discussion of IGN's Pikmin 3 Deluxe Review, and a look at No More Heroes, Age of Calamity, and more from the latest Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase. Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Giveaway: One winner will receive a Nintendo Switch System, a Bakugan Switch skin, and a digital code for Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia. 10 other winners will receive Bakugan skins. This is only open to United States residents, sorry! Subscribe to Nintendo Voice Chat on YouTube and then email us at nvc@ign.com with the subject line Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Nintendo Switch Sweepstakes to enter. You have until Nov 4 at 12am PT to send us that email! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:02:17 Majora's Mask retrospective 00:11:48 The first video game that scared us 00:29:48 Pikmin 3 Deluxe review discussion 00:39:36 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase 01:00:53 Games out this week 01:03:05 What we're playing Games out this week: Carto - 10/27, $20 Dungreed - 10/27, $15 Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty - 10/27, $30 Pikmin 3 Deluxe - 10/30, $60 Pixel Puzzle Makeout League - 10/30, $15
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light -- the original Fire Emblem -- is getting a surprise translated release on Nintendo Switch this December. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Tom Marks as they react to the announcement. Plus, the Nintendo Switch hits a new milestone, as the best-selling console in the U.S. for 22 months in a row. Stick around for discussions on Nintendo's AR experiments, Pokemon Sword and Shield DLC, Stardew Valley's split-screen multiplayer mode, and more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:45 A new, old Fire Emblem on Switch 00:10:45 Nintendo Switch sales record 00:19:02 What's next for Nintendo AR games? 00:37:47 More news! 00:53:14 Games out this week 00:58:50 What we're playing 01:04:03 Question Block! Games out this week: ScourgeBringer, $16.99 Torchlight 3, $39.99 GONNER 2, $12.99 Disc Room, $15 The Red Lantern, $25
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Welcome to a Mario-filled episode of Nintendo Voice Chat! Super Mario 3D All-Stars releases this week, and Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Ryan McCaffrey to discuss the new collection on Switch. Plus, Super Mario's official 35th anniversary happened over the weekend, and to celebrate, the panel shares their picks for the best Super Mario game of all time. Plus, hear about the new Nintendo Switch Online games, and more. Note: This episode was recorded before the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase that aired Thursday morning. Rest assured -- Casey is very excited about Monster Hunter! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:01:17 Super Mario 3D All-Stars discussion 00:22:34 Super Mario's 35th Anniversary 00:29:05 What is the best Mario game? 00:41:33 More news! 00:50:43 What we're playing 00:54:10 Question Block
It has finally happened! Nintendo revealed the long-rumored Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection for Nintendo Switch. Join Zach Ryan, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano for some in-depth reactions to the surprise Mario Nintendo Direct. Hear about Super Mario 3D World coming to Switch, the new AR Mario Kart game, the Super Mario Bros. Battle Royale, and much more! For even more Nintendo Voice Chat, check out this week's episode we recorded before the huge Mario news, NVC 524. That episode drops on 9/3 at 3 p.m. Pacific Time. Get the thing! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:02:20 The Mario Game & Watch 00:07:50 Super Mario 3D World is back! 00:14:20 Super Mario 35 is a battle royale 00:18:43 Mario Kart Live Home Circuit 00:25:15 Super Mario 3D All-Stars is real!
Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This episode was recorded before the huge Mario news dropped -- for more on Nintendo's 35th anniversary plans for Super Mario, check out episode 524.5 of Nintendo Voice Chat! On this episode of NVC, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider and Zach Ryan to talk about all of the Switch announcements from Gamescom 2020. Plus, the panel each picks something they want to change about the Switch, and they take a listen to your submissions about what you want to see Nintendo change. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Gamescom news 00:14:00 What we would change about the Switch 00:28:30 Nintendo Direct drought… 00:38:37 Games out this week 00:43:18 What we're playing 00:51:38 Question Block! Games out this week: Ary and the Secret of Seasons - 9/1, $40 Good Pizza, Great Pizza - 9/3, $8 Spinch - 9/3, $15 Paradise Killer - 9/4, $20 NBA 2K21 - 9/4, $60 Lair of the Clockwork God - 9/4, $20 Here be Dragons - 9/3 - $17.99
This week Nintendo Voice Chat says goodbye to Richard George, as he heads off onto new challenges and endeavors. But where is Rich going, you ask? Listen in, and join Jose Otero, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider as they bid farewell to an IGN all-star. Even though goodbyes are always hard, the show must go on. Marty Sliva joins us in the second segment to talk about The Wonderful 101, Pikmin 3, and the surpring eShop release SteamWorld Dig.