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FEATURING: June 9th 2026 Nintendo Direct, in order. (00:02:30) Rhythm Heaven Groove. Capcom bloc. Big Walk.(00:21:30) Kairosoft.(00:29:06) Pokopia. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. DK Challenge.(00:54:26) Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton. Cozy Darksoulslikes. Muramasa: Revenant Blades.(01:04:39) So much Xenoblade.(01:40:49) Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World. Kingdom Hearts 4.(01:50:11) The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026) glimpsed.(02:06:34) Star Fox (2026) demo.
FEATURING: (00:03:40) New Business - Saros. Outlast.(00:09:27) eFootball.(00:21:53) Pokopia.(00:42:12) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. Panorama Cotton.(00:58:35) James on Mina the Hollower.(01:41:51) Greg on Mina the Hollower. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.(01:58:08) Listener Mail kinda - When the Red Arremer underwhelmed.
Let's face it. As Nintendo fans, we are often left slightly disappointed and scratching our heads asking... why? Where is our Super Mario Galaxy 3? Why isn't a new Animal Crossing out yet? Bring back Kid Icarus Uprising! Seriously! And... what were you THINKING with the Virtual Boy (on Nintendo Switch 2)? Well, sit back as The Nintendo Drive crew does just that. That's right - this is If We Ran Nintendo. Now, cue the music, maestro!★ LINKS ★► Get Exclusive Perks on our Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.gg/eBKUyABg8U► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/► Check us out on Twitch: https://twitch.tv/carpoolgaminglive► Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/carpoolgaming► Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/carpoolgaming.comThanks so much to everyone who supports us on https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming★ ULTIMATE PRODUCERS ★Brendan Myers AKA The_WinterGamerJohnathan Brown: https://linktr.ee/pme.jibJonas YoungTony BakerTrucker Sloth★ PLATINUM PRODUCERS ★Brian Reese★ GOLD MEMBERS ★Adam KAwesomeDave1337BennyBrad MooreCecily CarrozzaDan & LumaDannohhEmily O'KelleyJon32LauraLigerWoods330Mr GigglesPatrice MallettePeje EPSteven KellerTechMikeTim Paullin
This week on AwesomeCast 781, Sorg, Katie, and Podnar are recording from the road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, while covering the AutoDrive Challenge and breaking down a packed week in tech, gaming, AI, gadgets, and local Pittsburgh creativity. Stories & Gadgets Discussed: He-Man movie excitement and Denny's tie-in menu https://www.dennys.com/promotions/he-man-movie Sorg and Katie talk Masters of the Universe hype, themed shirts, Skeletor, nostalgia, and the wild Denny's promotional food lineup. USB-C wireless lavalier microphone from TikTok Shop https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP92fEduBXyNW-MWMCM/ Podnar shows off a budget two-pack wireless lav mic with charging case, USB-C receiver, magnetic clips, pass-through charging, and easy phone/computer setup. Pride History Month: Alan Turing https://www.alanturing.net Podnar highlights Alan Turing's role in breaking Enigma, early computing, artificial intelligence, the Turing Test, and his importance during Pride Month. ChachiSays Video Game Minute: Steam Deck price increase https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz725d5d1x7o Chachi covers a reported 40% Steam Deck price jump and the larger conversation around gaming hardware costs. Modern Warfare's next story setting https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q391y5088o The next Modern Warfare game is discussed with a plot centered around Korea and the North/South conflict. Unreal Engine 6 announced https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/epic-announces-unreal-engine-6-which-will-run-the-next-era-of-rocket-league/ Epic's Unreal Engine 6 announcement gets spotlighted, including its connection to the next era of Rocket League. NVIDIA-linked mini AI data centers for the home https://www.inc.com/moses-jeanfrancois/nvidia-mini-ai-data-center-house/91340588?brid=YWdncwHdllWCngoYfFZ4UgdFmvNg The crew discusses the idea of installing small AI data centers at homes, possible monthly compensation, energy concerns, smart panels, solar power, and whether distributed AI infrastructure makes sense. Virtual Boy games added to Nintendo Switch Online https://www.vgchartz.com/article/467822/5-virtual-boy-games-added-to-nintendo-switch-online/ Sorg talks about trying the new Virtual Boy library on Switch, including Space Invaders, Jack Bros, Tetris, Mario Clash-style gameplay, and the weird legacy of Nintendo's red-and-black headset. Donkey Kong 64 coming to Nintendo Switch Online https://www.ign.com/articles/donkey-kong-64-confirmed-for-nintendo-switch-online Donkey Kong 64 is joining Nintendo Switch Online, giving Sorg another retro Nintendo title to revisit. Google fake call detection for AI impersonation scams https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/02/google-rolls-out-fake-call-detection-to-protect-against-ai-deepfake-impersonation-scams/ Katie explains Google's Phone by Google fake call detection, device verification, RCS, and why families may need modern “secret word” safety plans to combat AI voice scams. Squonk's Joy Machine at Three Rivers Arts Festival https://www.wesa.fm/arts-culture/2026-06-02/pittsburghs-squonk-joy-machine-three-rivers-arts-festival Katie spotlights Pittsburgh performance group Squonk and their interactive Joy Machine street puppet installation at the Three Rivers Arts Festival. Microsoft Scout AI agent https://www.wired.com/story/meet-microsoft-scout-your-ai-coworker-that-never-logs-off/ Podnar discusses Microsoft's move toward smaller AI agents built into Office, Teams, calendars, and workplace tools. Michigan fireball https://www.mlive.com/weather/2026/06/bright-fireball-flared-out-over-michigan-monday-night-did-you-find-debris-in-your-yard.html Podnar shares reports of a bright fireball over Michigan and Ohio, meteor debris, and how these events remind us we are part of a much bigger universe.
This week on AwesomeCast 781, Sorg, Katie, and Podnar are recording from the road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, while covering the AutoDrive Challenge and breaking down a packed week in tech, gaming, AI, gadgets, and local Pittsburgh creativity. Stories & Gadgets Discussed: He-Man movie excitement and Denny's tie-in menu https://www.dennys.com/promotions/he-man-movie Sorg and Katie talk Masters of the Universe hype, themed shirts, Skeletor, nostalgia, and the wild Denny's promotional food lineup. USB-C wireless lavalier microphone from TikTok Shop https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP92fEduBXyNW-MWMCM/ Podnar shows off a budget two-pack wireless lav mic with charging case, USB-C receiver, magnetic clips, pass-through charging, and easy phone/computer setup. Pride History Month: Alan Turing https://www.alanturing.net Podnar highlights Alan Turing's role in breaking Enigma, early computing, artificial intelligence, the Turing Test, and his importance during Pride Month. ChachiSays Video Game Minute: Steam Deck price increase https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz725d5d1x7o Chachi covers a reported 40% Steam Deck price jump and the larger conversation around gaming hardware costs. Modern Warfare's next story setting https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9q391y5088o The next Modern Warfare game is discussed with a plot centered around Korea and the North/South conflict. Unreal Engine 6 announced https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/epic-announces-unreal-engine-6-which-will-run-the-next-era-of-rocket-league/ Epic's Unreal Engine 6 announcement gets spotlighted, including its connection to the next era of Rocket League. NVIDIA-linked mini AI data centers for the home https://www.inc.com/moses-jeanfrancois/nvidia-mini-ai-data-center-house/91340588?brid=YWdncwHdllWCngoYfFZ4UgdFmvNg The crew discusses the idea of installing small AI data centers at homes, possible monthly compensation, energy concerns, smart panels, solar power, and whether distributed AI infrastructure makes sense. Virtual Boy games added to Nintendo Switch Online https://www.vgchartz.com/article/467822/5-virtual-boy-games-added-to-nintendo-switch-online/ Sorg talks about trying the new Virtual Boy library on Switch, including Space Invaders, Jack Bros, Tetris, Mario Clash-style gameplay, and the weird legacy of Nintendo's red-and-black headset. Donkey Kong 64 coming to Nintendo Switch Online https://www.ign.com/articles/donkey-kong-64-confirmed-for-nintendo-switch-online Donkey Kong 64 is joining Nintendo Switch Online, giving Sorg another retro Nintendo title to revisit. Google fake call detection for AI impersonation scams https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/02/google-rolls-out-fake-call-detection-to-protect-against-ai-deepfake-impersonation-scams/ Katie explains Google's Phone by Google fake call detection, device verification, RCS, and why families may need modern “secret word” safety plans to combat AI voice scams. Squonk's Joy Machine at Three Rivers Arts Festival https://www.wesa.fm/arts-culture/2026-06-02/pittsburghs-squonk-joy-machine-three-rivers-arts-festival Katie spotlights Pittsburgh performance group Squonk and their interactive Joy Machine street puppet installation at the Three Rivers Arts Festival. Microsoft Scout AI agent https://www.wired.com/story/meet-microsoft-scout-your-ai-coworker-that-never-logs-off/ Podnar discusses Microsoft's move toward smaller AI agents built into Office, Teams, calendars, and workplace tools. Michigan fireball https://www.mlive.com/weather/2026/06/bright-fireball-flared-out-over-michigan-monday-night-did-you-find-debris-in-your-yard.html Podnar shares reports of a bright fireball over Michigan and Ohio, meteor debris, and how these events remind us we are part of a much bigger universe.
FEATURING: (00:02:51) New Business - Table Flip Simulator.(00:12:44) Pictonico!.(00:27:45) Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival.(00:42:11) Forza Horizon 6.(00:59:57) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy.(01:04:34) Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.(01:39:56) Listener Mail - Bosses who join the party.
FEATURING: (00:02:03) Listener Mail - The state of "modern" light gun games (2007-2015, really).(00:27:52) Pacing issues.(00:52:02) Is is easier to imagine a rerelease for Chrono Trigger than an end to Fire Emblem Heroes.(01:08:17) What future do we see for the console market?(01:52:24) Strangest things that we've experienced as part of RFN.(01:58:45) mlem (what if Yoshi ate us).
This week, the Punching Up crew discuss the brand new mobile game from Nintendo, Pictonico, new games added to NSO and more Nintendo Direct rumors.Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.0:00:00 - Intro0:21:09 - LEGO Batman Reviews are in0:23:32 - Yoshi Reviews0:30:42 - LEGO says the first Zelda is scheduled to be retired this Year0:34:49 - New Nintendo Mobile Game0:39:33 - The Legend of Zelda Movie gets a new release date0:48:10 - What We're Playing1:04:13 - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales gets a new demo1:06:58 - Japanese Man arrested for threatening to blow up Nintendo HQ1:10:38 - 5 Virtual Boy games added to NSO1:14:52 - Nintendo Direct Rumors are starting once again1:26:00 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On episode 339 of the NintendoFuse Podcast, we discuss the games we've been playing and talk about some of the recent Nintendo news, like: - Mineru's Construct amiibo arrives on September 17- Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle available in June- Playism Game Show recap from May 10, 2026- eBay rejected GameStop's Proposal- Live-Action Zelda movie pushed up one week- My Nintendo Store changing to Nintendo Store on May 27- Pokemon themed airport opening soon- Nintendo Music App Updates- LEGO 2-in-1 set for The Great Deku Tree is being retired- LEGO 2K Drive being delisted on May 19, 2026, and taken offline on May 31, 2027- Watch The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at home on May 19- 5 more Virtual Boy added to Nintendo Classics- Next Dragon Quest title and more to be announced on May 27- Insider Gaming Showcase on May 28- Summer Game Fest Showcases- Nintendo confirms participation in Gamescom 2026- Pictonico announced for mobile- Star Fox on Switch 2- Nintendo Investor Briefing recap (Tezuka's retirement, price increases, and more)We also interact with you all in the live chatroom throughout the show! Subscribe to the NintendoFuse Podcast on your favorite podcast app or service!Video version of this podcast available at https://youtube.com/nintendofuse Buy NintendoFuse merchandise at https://nintendofuse.creator-spring.comGet some awesome RIPT Apparel (and help NintendoFuse) at https://bit.ly/ript-nintendofuseJoin our Discord and follow us on social media to join the conversation before and after the podcast!http://discord.gg/HQt4ZMRhttp://twitter.com/nintendofusehttp://facebook.com/nintendofusehttp://instagram.com/nintendofuse
The boys are back from Japan and are here to tell you all about it in what is possibly multi-part episodic content! This week they cover buying stuff they didn't even want and/or need, including Virtual Boys and gachas as well as discussing the Nex Playground finally coming to the UK, Virtuos dreaming of other ports, Mixtape not being delisted (but, after only 3 years, LEGO 2K Drive is), Asha Sharma breaking her Caps Lock button and the Sega Super/Mega Game is finally not coming! Simon also gives us an update on his new game, 52!, and how he's planning on going to war against his own players! Is this directly my fault? Possibly... If YOU want to play 52! then join our Discord - link below! The next episode will be in 2 weeks time - enough time for either Stockport (Ste's team) or Bolton (my team) to have beaten the other at Wembley and be in the Championship - Drama! Excitement! Overpaid footballers even at this level!! It also gives you plenty of time, and not many excuses, to write us a letter!! Send it to us at team@onelifeleft.com or join our Discord and drop us a line on there! Link below! TTFN,Team OLL x Links: The OLL Everything Link!http://hello.onelifeleft.com/ The OLL Discord Link!https://discord.gg/pdtGYvFx8r The Maraoke Everything Link!https://hello.maraoke.com Mindset GO! Link!https://mindset.game/ Block Words Link!https://blockwords.app/ The Shure link!https://tag.gs/OneLifeLeft_Shure Reviews: Mario Tennis FeverBack to the DawnSouth of MidnightTomodachi Life: Living the DreamGame Builder Garage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week! A non-VR version of Moss, new Virtual Boy games on NSO, the Steam Controller scream, a Switch 2 bundle, IP revivals from Sega, Vampire Crawlers, Mario Wonder, Forbidden Soliaire, Replaced, King of Fighters '98 and much, much more. Join us, won't you? https://youtube.com/live/-73N0Pj8k8c Links of interest: News Non-VR Moss New Virtual Boy games on NSO (V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force) Zelda movie now coming in April 2027 The Steam controller screams Switch 2 summer bundle ($499.99 with a download code for Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia, before the September price hike) Sega still working on IP revivals, cancels Super Game Tekken's Katsuhiro Harada launches VS Studio SNK Xbox rebrands to XBOX after CEO Asha Sharma's fan poll Games Vampire Crawlers Forbidden Solitaire Forbidden Solitaire merch at The Yetee Super Mario Bros. Wonder Yoshi and the Mysterious Book (Switch 2 exclusive, May 21, 2026) Forza Horizon 6 (Japan setting, May 19, 2026 on Xbox Series and PC; PS5 later in 2026) LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (Deluxe early access May 19, full release May 22, 2026) He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Picross S Konami Antiques Edition King of Fighters '98 (Neo Geo CD) Replaced game official 007 First Light (May 27, 2026) Star Fox (Switch 2, June 25, 2026) Rhythm Heaven Groove (July 2, 2026) Mina the Hollower (May 29, 2026) Other FunFactor podcast EGM #150 — the "Too Many Games" issue Polymega Sequel media tracker app Player One Podcast Discord Player One Podcast Patreon Greg Sewart's Generation 16 Greg Sewart's Patreon Follow us on Blue Sky at p1podcast.com. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 01:18:59
Nintendo surprises everyone with the announcement of Pictonico!, a new free-to-start mobile game from Intelligent Systems that turns your photos into minigames. Patrick and Mark dare to ask the question on everyone's minds: including photos of their butts? Plus, a new Switch 2 choose-your-game bundle in North America, the Zelda movie's release date moves up (slightly), and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick returning to Donkey Kong Country 2 & 3 and the weirdness of DKC 2.Mark's continued adventures in Super Mario Bros. Wonder multiplayer.Has Nintendo moved to Thursday updates for the Nintendo Music app?The surprise drop of 5 additional Virtual Boy games on NSO.Reports of Nintendo entering the Indian market next year.Nintendo confirms their attendance at Gamescom.LEGO Nintendo sets reaching end-of-life.A new demo for Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales.Moss: The Forgotten Relic, previously a VR title, announced for consoles and PC.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050
This week on the Pure Nintendo Podcast, we're excited to discuss one of the biggest third-party releases of the year: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Before we get to that, we cover the latest news, including a Zelda movie update and more Virtual Boy games on Switch Online Classics. We also look at a lovely-looking upcoming game called Moss, the latest Yoshi trailer ahead of this week's release, Tomodachi Life's sales in Japan, and the games we're playing - from ChainStaff and Drill Core to Toki and Constance.
FEATURING: (00:09:11) News - A Long-Expected Price Increase.(00:35:08) Tezuka retires. Results and shareholder questions.(01:15:11) New Business - The Switch N64 controller. Sin and Punishment.(01:32:55) Star Fox 64. The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy.(01:45:09) Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound.
The monthly video gaming briefing from GameBurst documents significant industrial milestones alongside ongoing corporate restructuring across major publishers. Leading the news, Subnautica 2 has launched into Early Access today on PC and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, the title includes four-player cooperative mechanics and an updated Unreal Engine 5 foundation. The release follows a protracted development period marked by internal leadership disputes and legal conflict involving its publisher. In corporate developments, Capcom has reported record annual performance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, with 59 million total units sold. The results were driven heavily by Resident Evil Requiem, pushing the franchise past 200 million lifetime sales. Separately, retail data suggests pre-orders for Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 are imminent, prompting industry speculation ahead of Take-Two Interactive's quarterly earnings call. Further updates include Nintendo's decision to bring forward the theatrical release of the live-action Legend of Zelda film to April 2027, alongside the expansion of the Nintendo Switch Online service to include five additional Virtual Boy titles. Sony also confirmed the addition of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Star Wars Outlaws to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers. The update concludes with the panel's Picks of the Week, covering Mixtape, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and contemporary tabletop gaming. #gameburst Featured Video Links Quinns Quest Reviews: Stonetop
FEATURING: (00:00:31) News - Atari be bussin'.(00:15:25) Xbox be flailin'.(00:27:27) Starfox be loopin'.(01:24:22) Listener Mail - Pokemon strategies and where to find them.(01:32:43) Enough with remakes, time for demakes. And more remakes.
FEATURING: (00:01:28) New Business - Pragmata.(00:54:22) Guillaume's trip in Japan.(01:44:31) Saros.(01:48:15) Retro Bowl.(01:53:19) Pokopia.Playing Pokemon Sword with Claude riding shotgun.
FEATURING: Syrenne joins the two greatest sages in business, the enlighted duo and J and J DreamFactory, to talk about the state of the industry, the attention economy, and just how much of a mess everything is. At some point we also talk about meme games. No timecodes this week because the entire episode is unstructured.
FEATURING: (00:02:04) A silly game about Nintendo characters: James and Groose, together at last.(00:29:59) Jon and E. Gadd and some coffee.(00:43:08) Greg and General Pepper: ruthless accounting.(00:59:03) Listener Mail: A silly game about being stranded on an island with Nintendo characters.(01:34:03) Industry stories we would love to read about.
Runaway Bride is a romantic comedy that is a real trip. What if they used the same cast as Pretty Woman and made it about a bad columnist and just a small town woman who can't stop running away from this mid-as-hell men! Most importantly, the Virtual Boy makes an appearance.Don't forget to join our Discord for movie nights and additional podcast discussions!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
FEATURING: (00:05:15) New Business - ChainStaff.(00:17:15) CrossCode.(00:23:56) RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike.(00:33:28) Mario Kart World.(00:44:43) The Super Mario Galaxy Movie(01:18:46) Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park.(01:23:08) Resident Evil Requiem(02:00:41) Rumors not to be believed.
Why is a Donkey Kong and Rare fan community hung up on a Nintendo system lacking Donkey Kong and Rare games? In celebration of the launch of Virtual Boy - Nintendo Classics, Hyle and David discuss DK Vine's history with the red-and-black head trip, why we consider it Nintendo's most interesting failure, and how playing it on the Switch family of systems compares to the original!
FEATURING: (00:01:33) News - The End of Price Parity.(00:39:53) News - Popcorn Scams.(00:49:34) New Business - Getting Nintendo Museum tickets.(01:03:45) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream demo.(01:13:09) Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park.(01:29:32) Pokémon Pokopia.
FEATURING: (00:01:45) New Business - Handheld Boost Mode.(01:09:05) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy.(01:27:34) FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE.(01:50:32) Pokemon Pokopia.
Featured Game Reviews: Virtual Boy Wario Land [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Mario's Tennis [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Mario Clash [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Red Alarm [Wikipedia] [IMDb] 3D Tetris [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Golf [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Galactic Pinball [Wikipedia] [IMDb] The Mansion of Innsmouth [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Teleroboxer [Wikipedia] [IMDb] PROMO: Collateral Cinema Movie Podcast (@CCinemaPodcast) SHOWNOTES: It's Virtual Boy time on Collateral Gaming: Bonus Round!, as Ash and Beau dive into the catalog of games currently available on the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics service! From Wario Land to Teleroboxer, and even Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash released on MAR10 Day, we review all of it. As more games launch on the service, we'll cover them, so stay tuned for that, and very soon, more retro gaming content with our upcoming episode on Vandal Hearts! Collateral Gaming: Bonus Round! is on Bluesky, Threads, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. We are also available on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Also, look for us on Patreon, and check out Collateral Let's Play! on our YouTube channel! Collateral Gaming is happy to announce that we are now partnered with Dubby Energy! Use our promo code CGAMINGPOD to get 10% off your first purchase of Dubby Energy drinks on their website: dubby.gg/discount/CGAMINGPOD (Collateral Gaming: Bonus Round! is a Collateral Media Podcast. All game clips are owned by their respective creators and are used for educational purposes only. Please don't sue us; we're poor!)
It’s crazy how glued we are to our phones right? Maybe we should just treat phones the way the cast of Breaking Bad treats them, and just snap them in half every time we’re done with them! Either that, or mean mug the SHIT out of Jimmy Fallon, either plan is equally cathartic and acceptable. We’re coming out with episode 164 of Press Pause Radio, and we’re here to talk about what we’ve all been playing as of late, along with some of the latest news. On that front, George, Ed, Andrew, and special friend/ guest for the episode, KnittedFox of Sunken Treasures Games chew the fat over EA’s vile layoff of the Battlefield 6 team, thoughts on Nintendo Switch Online’s take on the Virtual Boy, Capcom terminating the voice actor for Mega Man over their Union contract and a few other odds and ends. In terms of what they’ve been playing, we chat about Final Fantasy Tactics, Dogpile, Marathon, Suika, Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom, Dungeons & Dragons, Resident Evil Requiem, Darius Gaiden, RumbleSlam, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Magic the Gathering set, and more! So grab a pint, put on your favorite shade of verdant apparel, and spend a few hours listening to your favorite group of chuckleheads talk about some games! Mail us at our new email Mailbag@presspauseradio.com, leave a voicemail at 42-GAMEZAP-4 (424-263-9274), and be sure to stop by at our Forums if you haven’t already registered and post your thoughts about the show. Finally, make sure to rate and subscribe to us on iTunes and YouTube, follow us on our Twitch page and BlueSky, and finally take part in our Facebook and Steam group! This episode has been brought to you by our new friends at the SuperPod Network, be sure to check out all the other rad podcasts they host for Video Games and more! Finally, this episode was also brought to you by our new sponser, Dubby, a new, jitterless, friendlier energy drink made from a formula that contains a slew of vitamins, amino acids and nootropics including their patented NeuroFactor®. Click on the link listed or enter "PRESSPAUSERADIO" and get 10% off of your order right meow!
FEATURING: (00:10:00) New Business - Pokemon Pokopia.(00:45:43) Indika.(00:59:23) Minishoot' Adventures.(01:11:10) Returnal. Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition. (01:29:11) Resident Evil Requiem. Mario Tennis Fever.(01:52:51) Listener Mail - Our mission: reinvigorate amiibo.
This week on Thumb Cramps, Final Marchtasy II continues and they're joined by Powerhouse Museum's Games Curator Chloe Appleby to look at/fight with Final Fantasy XIII for the PC, Virtual Boy for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Pokemon: Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2. Plus a brief discussion of what heaven chickens go to and the reality of video game preservation. This is one of those episodes that prove that yeah, Thumb Cramps are journalists and yeah, they can do it all. Be normal in the comments.Check out the ALT: Games program here!Get Tickets to Thumb Cramps Live in Sydney Here (Limited tix left!!!)Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.comFind us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Chloe | Powerhouse MuseumYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
FEATURING: (00:07:17) Listener Mail - The Pokemon TCG supply problem.(00:50:06) The Cutting Room Genie writes in.(01:26:24) News - Pokemon Presents.(01:35:20) Denshattack! demo. Indie World.(01:45:47) FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE. Resident Evil Requiem.(01:58:46) Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition.(02:15:18) Blippo+.
Splendid Smarch weather! This month, a farewell to the Xbox; a sneaky consent form; the soporific return of Alex's Dream Corner; the ongoing audio saga; the Virtual Boy is back and redder than ever; the new version of a game called Yakuza and Japanese cancel criteria; Paranormasight 2 in your area (if you're Alex), and the boys disagree about remakes (again)! Listeners of this podcast are cleared for preboarding! ====MUSIC==== Hidenori Iwasaki - Mocking Bop
801 is a massive one for Nintendo fans! ? We're breaking down a double-feature of announcements: ? Pokémon 30th Anniversary Presents: Gen 10 (Winds and Waves) is official for Switch 2, Gale of Darkness returns, and a new physical music player is coming for collectors. ? Indie World Showcase: Eugene's favorite Blue Prince, the stop-motion spooks of A Midnight Walk, and the high-octane Denshattack. ?? Virtual Boy on Switch: Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash finally escape their hardware prison on March 10th. ? In Change the System: – Justin dives back into Xenoblade Chronicles X and Metal Gear Solid – Brandon goes deep into the Retropie rabbit hole with a triple arcade stick setup – Eugene finishes the emotional To the Moon trilogy and dodges bullets in Sektori
Episode 289: TechTime Radio: This week, we open with Microsoft's Project Helix, the ambitious “one box to rule them all” promising native PC gaming, Wi‑Fi 7 speeds, and a next‑gen low‑latency controller. With a rumored $1,000 price and a 2027 release window, we dig into whether true backward compatibility across Xbox generations finally makes a premium console worth the splurge. Or should we pass on the New X-box for the rumored Steam Machines? What new gaming machine will be the SNES, and what unit will end up being the Virtual Boy? Then Gwen Way takes over Gadgets & Gear with a packed lineup, starting with the Pen Pulse Smart Ring on Kickstarter—sleep, activity, metabolism, and glucose‑leaning insights with no subscription and a practical sizing kit backed by an on‑time delivery history. We pair that with a hard look at Apple's $599 MacBook Neo hitting Walmart and Amazon, asking whether it's a budget Mac breakthrough or a Chromebook in a fancy suit. Finally, we have a nation‑state iOS exploit framework now circulating in criminal hands. Nathan spotlights Lego's reactive Smart Brick, and closes the segment with a smooth Glenlivet 12 tasting to keep things classy.Full Episode Details:A single box that runs Halo and Half‑Life without hacks? When Microsoft unveiled Project Helix, we dug into what it really means to merge Xbox simplicity with full PC gaming. From native access to Steam, Epic, and GOG to Wi‑Fi 7, a new low‑latency controller, and whispers of Surface‑team handhelds and OEM “Xbox” devices, the pitch is bold. But can a $1,000 hybrid win over builders who already plug their PCs into the living room? We map the business case, the tech hurdles, and the one promise that could flip skeptics into buyers: honest, full‑fidelity backward compatibility across the entire Xbox library.The episode takes a sharp turn into AI safety with a lawsuit tied to Google Gemini, forcing a conversation most platforms sidestep: what happens when users form emotional bonds with chatbots? We talk guardrails, roleplay, and the hard truth that you can't program remorse. If companies market “AI companions,” what duty do they owe when simulation bleeds into support? Expect a candid look at crisis detection, liability, and the growing gap between automated empathy and human care.On the hardware front, Apple's budget‑leaning MacBook Neo shows up at Walmart and Amazon for $599, raising eyebrows about specs, placement, and brand identity. Is it a smart entry point for students and switchers, or a dressed‑up Chromebook in bright colors? Then our Gadgets & Gear feature spotlights the Pen Pulse smart ring—a subscription‑free wearable that tracks sleep, breathing, activity, and even glucose trends. With a real sizing kit, solid delivery history, and early pricing far below Oura, it's a compelling option for anyone tired of monthly fees. We round things out with a smooth pour of Glenlivet 12 and a quick look at Lego's sensor‑packed Smart Brick, asking where innovation ends and cash‑grab begins.If you're curious about the future of gaming platforms, the ethics of AI companionship, and the shifting value equation in laptops and wearables, you'll feel right at home. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves tech hot takes, and drop your verdict: would you buy a $1,000 Xbox‑PC hybrid or build your own?Support the show
We're back from Steam Next Fest and boy are our arms tired! Also: Getting slimy in Reanimal, and unearthing Nintendo's long-buried Virtual Boy, only to immediately re-earth it. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (6:49) - Stream announcement: Slay the Spire II (14:10) - Virtual Boy (33:02) - Reanimal (49:45) - The Last Salvage Squad (52:09) - Wild Blue Skies (1:00:05) - Parasite Mutant (1:06:35) - Vampire Crawlers (1:21:23) - Dragon Quest VII (1:26:06) - Outro
FEATURING: (00:02:23) What were our Top Fives of last year, again?(00:10:47) Our Top Five-to-two of 2025.(01:40:03) Honorable mentions.(01:50:04) Discover our four Top one games of twenty-twenty-five.
17-Bit's Jake Kazdal stops by to talk Zelda anniversary memories, his upcoming game Awaysis, Virtual Boy do's and don'ts, and all the big news out of Microsoft and PlayStation. 09:58 – The Legend of Zelda 33:34 – Awaysis 53:01 – Virtual Boy 1:01:32 – Nioh 3 1:04:25 – Arc Raiders 1:10:42 – News: Microsoft, Sony State of Play, and more!
For the first time ever on the podcast we're discussing some studio closures and the tenuous position that XBox is in. Thankfully, we balance this bleakness out with some very fun games we've been playing! Tommy's having a great time proving that he's one of the dumbest people on Earth by purchasing the Virtual Boy and Ben''s been having a spookily good time with Reanimal!
This week! Virtual Boy hits NSO and triggers nostalgia (and headaches), Sony closes Bluepoint, execs exit Xbox, the Steam Deck is out of stock (thanks AI), Lost in Space: The First Adventure, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Silent Hill f, Neva Prologue and much, much more. Join us, won't you? https://youtube.com/live/BsoWvc9ucnU Links of interest: Sony closes Bluepoint Phil Spencer, Sarah Bond out at Xbox Xenoblade Chronicles X Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Steam Deck out of stock Virtual Boy MystiForge Split Grips for Nintendo Switch 2 Joycon 2 Switch 2 Virtual Reality VR Glasses Capcom Picross Neva Prologue Lost in Space: The First Adventure Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Silent Hill f Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Joe Montana Football - Generation 16 #131 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 01:40:49
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are headed to Nintendo Switch on Pokemon Day (which Patrick and Mark definitely know is February 27). The guys discuss Nintendo's full-court press to stay ahead of the pricing conversation. Plus, their thoughts after a week with Virtual Boy on Switch, a major shakeup at the top of Microsoft Gaming, and more.The guys also talk about:Mark's first thoughts on Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse.The surprise announcement and release of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.A Treehouse Live presentation for Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park and Pokemon Pokopia.The quiet 40th birthday party for The Legend of Zelda.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050
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In this episode of our weekly gaming podcast, Game Informer's Kyle Hilliard reviews God of War: Sons of Sparta, a new 2D metroidvania that Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica released during last week's PlayStation State of Play. Unfortunately, it's an underwhelming title. Kyle then explains why he spent $99 USD on Nintendo's Virtual Boy rerelease and what it's like experiencing the headset's strange catalog of games on the Switch 2.Later in the show, Eric Van Allen dives into Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse, a mystery adventure about a cursed Japanese seaside town that has impressed him. Finally, Alex Van Aken shares his thoughts on the rock-climbing simulator Cairn and how it's an excellent example of how games can uniquely tell stories.The Game Informer Show is a weekly podcast covering the video game industry. Join us every Friday for chats about video game reviews, news, and exclusive reveals alongside Game Informer staff and special guests from around the industry.Buy Game Informer Magazine: https://gameinformer.com/subscribeFollow our hosts on social media:Alex Van Aken (@itsVanAken)Kyle Hilliard (@kylehilliard)Eric Van Allen (@seamoosi)Jump ahead using these timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:31 - God of War: Sons of Sparta Review17:44 - Nintendo Virtual Boy on Switch 230:22 - Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse44:59 - Cairn is Excellent
FEATURING: (00:01:13) Intro - Xenoblade Fans React to Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. (00:22:51) Hello, Mario. (00:30:21)CSA, AKA ACA for consoles.(00:38:44) New Business - FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE. (00:54:33) The Virtual Boy for NSO. (01:06:14) The Mansion of Innsmouth. (01:21:33) Aside: The Morbius Situation. (01:35:42) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound.(01:44:43) The Punisher arcade game. Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection. (01:53:04) New developments regarding the Pokemon TCG.
Join our Survivor Fantasy League before next week!https://tribal-council.com/join/UnrankedLeague Cast: Christian H, & Alex TunaPokémon: 520 - TranquilOfftopic: Sushi, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Beyond SteakGames: Playstation, Slay The Spire 2, Mewgenics, Absolum, Walkabout Mini Golf, Virtual Boy, LaboYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/unrankedpodcastDiscordhttps://discord.gg/wkvu88KvTVQuestions, Comments, Complaints, Corrections!?Call: 805-738-8692Email@UnrankedPodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
https://www.patreon.com/minnmax - Unlock the early, ad-free version of The MinnMax Show and other benefits by directly supporting independent games media MinnMax's Ben Hanson, Kyle Hilliard, Jeff Marchiafava, and Janeet Garcia unpack the surprising release of a 2D God of War prequel called Sons of Sparta before Kyle regales us with the painful wonder of the Virtual Boy. Then we rundown our favorite reveals and games from the big State of Play revealing the roadmap for the PlayStation 5, we show some bloody love to Crisol: Theater of Idols, and JeffM takes us to the whimsical world of Mario Tennis Fever. Oh, we also gush about Windblown from the creators of Dead Cells! Then we answer questions submitted on Patreon by the community and award the iam8bit question of the week! You can win a prize and help make the show better by supporting us on Patreon and submitting a question! https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Watch and share the video version - https://youtu.be/7gJm6NerlBI Help support MinnMax's supporters! https://www.iam8bit.com - 10% off with Promo Code: ILOVEIAM8BIT mintmobile.com/minn - New customers get unlimited premium for $15 per month Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with the exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with the code MINNMAX at huel.com/minnmax - New Customers Only To jump to a particular discussion, check out the timestamps below... 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:34 - Mewgenics 00:04:29 - God of War: Sons of Sparta 00:25:39 - Virtual Boy 00:37:37 - Huel 00:39:54 - State of Play Highlights 00:40:37 - Saros 00:42:24 - Kena: Scars of Kosmora 00:44:50 - Crimson Moon 00:45:21 - John Wick 00:49:44 - Yakoh: Shinobi Ops 00:51:24 - Project Windless 00:55:19 - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse 00:58:37 - Control Resonant 00:59:30 - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 01:01:27 - Darwin's Paradox 01:04:09 - Silent Hill: Townfall 01:05:10 - Crisol: Theater of Idols 01:12:01 - Mint Mobile 01:14:14 - Mario Tennis Fever 01:19:36 - Windblown 01:27:42 - Tomb of the Bloodletter 01:34:47 - Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams 01:39:31 - Thanking iam8bit 01:39:40 - Community Questions 02:22:35 - Get A Load Of This 02:29:37 - God of War Trilogy Remake JeffMs GALOT - https://youtu.be/MX66Xds9104?si=b0FCcyrLL15xvJVl&t=397 Jacob's GALOT - https://youtu.be/c8lWa15-8h4?si=33VftKx6CVV0pqbY Jacob's Shadows of the Damned article - https://plant-or-beast.net/posts/2025-05-01-Shadows-of-the-Damned Hanson's GALOT - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96tzi Janet's GALOT - https://margins.app Community GALOT - https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social/post/3mf4nrxnzjk2x Disclosure - Games discussed on MinnMax content are most often provided for free by the publisher or developer. Support us on Patreon -https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Support MinnMax directly on YouTube - https://youtube.com/minnmax/join Follow us on Twitch -https://www.twitch.tv/minnmaxshow Subscribe to our YouTube channel -https://www.youtube.com/minnmax Subscribe to our solo stream channel - https://www.youtube.com/@minnmaxstreamarchives Buy MinnMax merch here -https://minnmax.com/merch Follow us on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/minnmax.com Go behind the scenes on Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/minnmaxshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This week, the PU crew discusses a bunch of new games coming to Switch and Switch 2, like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, as well as other topics, including a possible Switch 2 price hike later this year and their favorite Zelda games. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:28:42 - Shutaro Ida has passed away0:31:37 - IGN's Zelda Top 10 list0:41:37 - Stuff from the State of Play that's coming to Switch and Switch 21:05:16 - Final Fantasy VII P3 won't be held back by being multiplatform1:09:05 - Switch 2 Price Hike Might be Happening This Year.1:11:29 - What We're Playing1:23:27 - .hack//Z.E.R.O. Announced1:25:52 - Virtual Boy is now available on NSO1:30:40 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's Nintendo News Daily, I break down all of today's major stories in the Nintendo verse, and we chat about Virtual Boy. For ad-free episodes, subscribe here. https://anchor.fm/nintendo-power-cast/subscribeConnect with meMy Nintendo Switch Recommendations: http://n64josh.com/amazonDiscord: http://n64josh.com/discord Twitch: https://twitch.com/n64josh Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/n64josh Twitter: https://twitter.com/n64josh
Last week's Sony State of Play featured a surprising number of games also headed to Switch 1 and 2. From a brand-new Castlevania to the next Metal Gear Solid collection, Patrick and Mark break down all the Nintendo-relevant announcements. Plus, Mark shares early impressions of Tokyo Scramble, new Yoshi toys revealed ahead of the Super Mario Galaxy movie, and more.The guys also talk about:Mark's first hands-on time with the Virtual Boy accessories.Patrick's continued progress in Fire Emblem: Awakening Hard Mode.The full slate of State of Play titles coming to Nintendo, including Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Darwin's Paradox, Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, Mina the Hollower, and more.New details about Pokemon Pokopia.Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection being delisted at the end of March.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050
This week! An E3-caliber State of Play from Sony, Konami is back, Virtual Boy NSO hype, Sega hardware designer Hideki Sato passes away, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Yakuza Kiwami, Darwin's Paradox (demo), Pragmata (demo), God of War: Sons of Sparta, Mario Tennis Fever and much, much more. Join us, won't you? https://youtube.com/live/MmG9YHgLe04 Links of interest: State of Play presentation All announcements and trailers Castlevania Belmont's Curse announced Ghost of Yotei Legends launches on March 10 John Wick game announced Kena: Scars of Kosmora announced Metal Gear Master Collection Vol. 2 announced Project Windless announced Rayman 30th Collection announced, released Star Wars Galactic Racer continues to look awesome God of War trilogy remake, new GoW Metroidvania released You can use the Virtual Boy peripheral on LABO VR stuff Hideki Sato passes away Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Yakuza Kiwami Darwin's Paradox (demo) Capcom Picross God of War: Sons of Sparta Pragmata Mario Tennis Fever Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Joe Montana Football - Generation 16 #131 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 01:37:26
FEATURING: (00:01:42) New Business - Animal Crossing: New Horizon DLC. (00:11:55) Pragmata demo. (00:30:44) The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. (00:51:39) Battle Axe. (00:59:09) FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE. (01:09:54) The Virtual Boy shell has shipped. (01:18:10) Listener Mail - Overproduce your own Direct. (01:56:36) MGSV: Guns of the Patriots coming to a Switch 2 near you.
Amanda Silberling of TechCrunch joins Mikah Sargent this week on Tech News Weekly! A Stanford graduate built a matchmaking algorithm that's sweeping across the Stanford campus. Is social media "clinically addictive"? Discord announced an age-verification process that sparked privacy concerns among users. And the Virtual Boy is back? Amanda talks about an AI-powered dating app that was developed by a Stanford graduate and how dating for young adults is becoming more driven by tech. Mikah talks about the social media addiction trial and comments made by Instagram's CEO, Adam Mosseri. Emma Roth of The Verge joins the show to talk about Discord's age verification mandate that has sparked huge user privacy concerns, especially following a data breach the company suffered last year. And Scott Stein of CNET stops by to share his thoughts and time with Nintendo's revival of Virtual Boy as a replica accessory for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Amanda Silberling Guests: Emma Roth and Scott Stein Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: preview.modulate.ai bitwarden.com/twit joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT
Strap on your climbing gear and watch out for vertigo as we scale the dizzying heights of Cairn and plumb the stereoscopic depths of the Virtual Boy. Plus news! 00:58 – Nicknames 06:18 – Blue Prince 16:37 – Cairn 33:30 – Virtual Boy 52:23 – News: Nintendo Direct recap, Steam Machine delayed, and more!