One year after the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, we’re taking a look back at the highs, lows, surprises, and biggest moments of Nintendo’s newest console. Has the Switch 2 lived up to the hype? Has Nintendo delivered on its promises? And what still needs to improve as we head into year two?

We also break down the latest Nintendo Direct, covering the biggest game announcements, surprise reveals, release dates, and the moments that had fans buzzing across the internet.

In this episode of It Just Works Podcast, we discuss:

🎮 One year of Nintendo Switch 2

🔥 The biggest successes and disappointments so far

👀 What Nintendo needs to do next

📢 Our reactions to the latest Nintendo Direct

⭐ The games we’re most excited for

💭 Predictions for Nintendo’s future

Do you think the Switch 2 has been a success after its first year? Let us know in the comments!

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On this episode Ryan catches up on what's going on right now and trauma itself and going through it. More episodes are on the way, thank you for the listen as well.

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On this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan shares where he has been and gives his review of Pokemon Pokopia the latest entry to the number one selling IP in the world!

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Pokémon just hit a massive milestone—30 years—and this year’s Pokémon Day delivered announcements that have the entire community talking. From celebrations honoring three decades of catching ’em all, to the ongoing discourse surrounding the release of FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch, nostalgia and controversy are colliding in a big way.

In Episode 216, we break down everything announced during Pokémon Day, what it means for the future of the franchise, and why FireRed and LeafGreen continue to be such a focal point for fans. Are these releases a welcome return to Kanto, or a sign that Pokémon is relying too heavily on its past?

We also dive into the community reactions, the expectations fans had going into the 30th anniversary, and whether Pokémon is setting the stage for something even bigger.

Whether you’ve been playing since Red and Blue or you’re just jumping in, this is a celebration—and examination—of one of gaming’s most influential franchises.

Topics include:

• Pokémon Day 30th Anniversary announcements

• FireRed & LeafGreen on Switch discussion

• Fan reactions and community discourse

• The legacy and future of Pokémon

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On this emergency episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan discusses the recent shakeup with Xbox gaming and the fact they were actually right about the Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green ports coming to the Nintendo Switch!

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On this episode of the It Just Works! RAMBLES!!!!!!!

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On this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan and Bryan talk all things Nintendo and Pokémon in this hour-long episode of fun, critiques and analysis.

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On this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan catches up with the audience talking about what he has been up to and future episodes that are planned. Thank you for listening!

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On this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan talks about the biggest announcements from the Game Awards 2025 (Full List linked below) and he takes a trip down memory lane with Halo Infinite turning 4, plus Halo MCC is picking up players!

Everything announced and all the winners at The Game Awards 2025

Halo Mods Showcase 2025

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*REUPLOADED FOR MESSED UP INTRO* On this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast Ryan shares a life update on his engagement, to him and Bryan talking all things Nintendo from the new Super Mario Movie to Pokémon Legends ZA impressions.

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