Author Matt Alt joins as we chat about Nakano Broadway, one of the most iconic geek hotspots in Tokyo! We delve into how a symbol of Asian modernity turned into a haven for retro enthusiasts, our rarest and most exciting finds, and discuss possible futures for this otaku pirate hangout. Plus, I give some final thoughts on the Switch version of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and dig deep into the Nintendo Direct!

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(0:00) - Intro

Feature

(0:59) - Nakano Broadway w/ Matt Alt

Games

(29:04) - Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door (Switch) final thoughts

News

(38:29) - Nintendo Direct June 2024

(55:34) - Limited Run Games Showcase and Japan news

(56:42) - Closing

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