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We’ve got a special one this week! In Episode 787 of Infendo Radio, we’re joined by Infendo alumni Steve for a spoiler-filled discussion on Donkey Kong Bananza! ? We share our favorite moments, most frustrating sublevels, and debate whether this game deserves its place among the greats.

? Then it’s time for Nintentunes, our classic Nintendo music guessing game.
? And of course, we wrap up with Change the System, where we catch up on what we’ve been playing.

Whether you’re here for the spoilers or the trivia, this episode has something for every Nintendo fan!

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 786 of Infendo Radio, we break down all the latest Nintendo updates:
?? Kirby Air Riders is getting a day-one update, confirmed by none other than Masahiro Sakurai himself. ?? Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sold 5.8 million copies globally in its first week—across both Switch and Switch 2.???? Elden Ring’s Switch 2 port has been delayed to 2026 due to performance concerns.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 785 of Infendo Radio, we cover another massive Pokémon leak—possibly revealing the next five years of titles, including Pokémon Wind and Pokémon Wave for Gen X. We also look ahead to the newly announced Kirby Air Riders Direct, coming October 23rd. Meanwhile, Pokémon Legends: Z-A launches with nearly even sales across both Switch generations—but 40% lower than Legends: Arceus. Lastly, we reflect on the legacy of Tomonobu Itagaki, creator of Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden, who has passed away at age 58.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 784 of Infendo Radio, we discuss Nintendo’s latest legal move—suing a Reddit mod for $4.5 million over alleged Switch game piracy. We also unpack the surprise reveal of the mysterious “Close to You” video, which turned out to be a creative tie-in with Pikmin. On top of that, Switch Online gets three new SNES classics—Fatal Fury Special, Bubsy, and Mario & Wario. Lastly, we touch on Ubisoft cancelling a planned Assassin’s Creed game set in post-Civil War America.

In Change the System: Brandon recaps his time at Retro Game Con and talks Carrion, Overlord, and High on Life, while Eugene does some in-flight reading and puzzle gaming with Puyo Puyo Tetris.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 783 of Infendo Radio, we unpack a massive week in gaming news:
? Doug Bowser announces his retirement as President of Nintendo of America, with Devon Pritchard stepping in
? Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is getting a painful $10 price increase
? Electronic Arts is going private after a $55 billion acquisition by Saudi Arabia’s PIF and partners
? And Klonoa + Mr. Driller 2 hit the GBA Nintendo Switch Online library

In Change the System: Brandon gets spooky with Resident Evil VIIIage, Eugene “finishes” Donkey Kong Bananza, and everyone’s prepping for fall.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 782 of Infendo Radio, we cover one of the stranger Nintendo stories in recent memory: a video promoting ICE raids with Pokémon imagery causes public outcry. We also dig into fresh rumors surrounding a new Zelda LEGO set, possibly based on a fan-favorite N64 title. Finally, Borderlands 4 has been indefinitely delayed on Switch 2, just days ahead of its expected launch.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 781 of Infendo Radio, we react to a huge September Nintendo Direct packed with announcements: Super Mario Galaxy + Galaxy 2 are coming to Switch 2, Virtual Boy is making a bizarre return, Donkey Kong Bananza is getting new content, and a Super Mario Galaxy Movie is officially in development. We also talk Japanese hardware sales, with Switch 2 surpassing 2 million units sold. In Change the System, Justin and Eugene are deep into Bananza (and deep into spoilers), while Justin also dives into Everybody’s Golf and No Man’s Sky.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 780 of Infendo Radio, we dive into the latest industry rumors, including claims that Sony’s PS6 might go handheld and dockable to rival Switch 2. We also explore continued chatter around a September Nintendo Direct, with multiple credible sources now pointing to September 12th. Lastly, we talk about Nintendo’s reminder that Switch game vouchers will stop being sold after January 2026. In Change the System, Eugene hits sublevel 1000 in Donkey Kong Bananza and lives to tell the tale.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 779 of Infendo Radio, we talk about Wild Blue, the new Star Fox-inspired title from Giles Goddard, one of the minds behind the original game. We also discuss reports that Nintendo is encouraging studios to continue developing for Switch 1 as Switch 2 dev kits remain in short supply. Finally, we cover rumors of a Nintendo Direct coming in mid-September, with possible details about Metroid Prime 4 and Mario’s 40th anniversary celebration. In Change the System, Brandon and Eugene are still deep in Donkey Kong Bananza, and Eugene’s also been… mounting things.

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Eugene Allen

In Episode 778 of Infendo Radio, we cover the biggest stories from the week: Kirby Air Riders finally gets a release date, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is confirmed for Switch 2 in 2026, and Hollow Knight: Silksong fans can expect a “special announcement” this Thursday. We also break down the big reveals from the Pokémon World Championships, including the new multiplayer mode coming to Pokémon Legends: Z-A. In Change the System, Eugene hits sublevel 600 in Donkey Kong Bananza and can’t stop playing Merge Maestro.

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