Nintendo Therapy

Welcome to episode 135 of Nintendo Therapy! 🎮 This week Kevin and Harrison dive into Kirby’s big return with Kirby Air Riders and why Nintendo thinks $70 is the new normal. We also break down the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong release date, the state of third-party games on Switch 2, and spotlight one of Rare’s strangest cult classics on N64—Blast Corps. Plus, a look at the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection lineup and some small talk about Lego Batman and Nintendo’s history with PETA.

👉 What’s your take—will Kirby fans pay $70 for Air Riders?

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Welcome back to Nintendo Therapy, the podcast where we dive into the latest Nintendo news, rumors, and of course, celebrate all things Big N!

This week, Kevin kicks things off with a look at Chibi-Robo, now available on NSO—a quirky, heartfelt adventure about a tiny household robot who makes people happy by cleaning, problem-solving, and exploring the world from a miniature perspective.

Harrison jumps in to share his thoughts on Drag X Drive, a unique $20 release that Nintendo spotlighted despite its unconventional design. Is it a proof-of-concept game that hints at a brighter future for inclusive character representation, or just a flat experiment?

We also shell out some time for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown and the wild state of the TMNT franchise. From Shredder’s Revenge to Mutants Unleashed, it feels like the Turtles are everywhere—does this variety signal growth, or a lack of focus?

Then it’s back to Hyrule for our Spotlight Game of the Week: Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. Long considered the “black sheep” of the series, we unpack its bold ideas, cult following, and ask: would a modern remake finally give it the respect it deserves?

All that, plus a question for the week, sales talk, long-term Switch predictions, and more!

🔔 Episode 134 is live now—plug in and let’s talk Nintendo!

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Welcome back to Nintendo Therapy, the podcast where we dive into the latest Nintendo news, rumors, and of course, celebrate all things Big N!

This week, Kevin kicks things off with a look at Chibi-Robo, now available on NSO—a quirky, heartfelt adventure about a tiny household robot who makes people happy by cleaning, problem-solving, and exploring the world from a miniature perspective.

Harrison jumps in to share his thoughts on Drag X Drive, a unique $20 release that Nintendo spotlighted despite its unconventional design. Is it a proof-of-concept game that hints at a brighter future for inclusive character representation, or just a flat experiment?

We also shell out some time for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown and the wild state of the TMNT franchise. From Shredder’s Revenge to Mutants Unleashed, it feels like the Turtles are everywhere—does this variety signal growth, or a lack of focus?

Then it’s back to Hyrule for our Spotlight Game of the Week: Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. Long considered the “black sheep” of the series, we unpack its bold ideas, cult following, and ask: would a modern remake finally give it the respect it deserves?

All that and more!

🔔 Episode 134 is live now—plug in and let’s talk Nintendo!

#Nintendo #NintendoSwitch #NintendoPodcast #NintendoDirect #ChibiRobo #SwitchOnline #DragXDrive #TMNT #TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles #Zelda #ZeldaII #LegendOfZelda #RetroGaming #GamingPodcast #NintendoNews #VideoGames

Welcome to Episode 133 of Nintendo Therapy! 🎮This week, Kevin, Harrison, and Shawn, are back on Funcotron to talk those pesky humans, the latest Nintendo news, and some classic retro goodness.We’re locking in our Metroid Prime 4 release predictions (will it really drop in 2025?), reacting to Nintendo’s new Switch price points (NOT ALARMO! 😱), and digging into the rumor of a New Super Mario Bros. Collection for the franchise’s 40th anniversary.We also cover the latest Indie World showcase, discuss the ongoing golden age (and questionable pricing) of the Switch era, and compare how first- and third-party titles drive Nintendo vs. Sony.Plus:🪱 Spotlight Games – Earthworm Jim 2 and ToeJam & Earl: Panic on Funkotron🎯 Indie Picks – UFO 50, Mina the Hollower, Go-Go Town, and more💬 Question of the Week – What did you think of the Indie Direct?📩 Send us your thoughts and spotlight game impressions: [email protected]🌐 Follow us: Bluesky – @NintendoTherapy, Reddit – NintendoTherapy#Nintendo #NintendoPodcast #NintendoSwitch #NintendoNews #MetroidPrime4 #NewSuperMarioBros #IndieWorld #EarthwormJim #ToeJamAndEarl #RetroGaming #GamingPodcast #Switch2 #MarioKart8 #ShovelKnight #UFO50 #MinaTheHollower #VideoGames #GamingNews #NintendoRumors

Welcome back to Nintendo Therapy, your weekly session for dissecting the latest Nintendo news, spotlighting beloved classics, and occasionally asking the big questions—like whether Mario and Peach are just friends or if you’ve really beaten a game if you don’t remember why you’re opening a chest.

In Episode 132, Kevin revisits A Link to the Past and unpacks why it might be the greatest video game leap in history—yes, even bigger than the jump to Ocarina of Time. He also discusses the muscle memory of mastery and why sometimes nostalgia gets it right.

Harrison dives deep into the internet’s strange obsession with Nintendo romances, Peach and Mario’s ambiguous status, and why projecting romance onto games aimed at kids is…weird. Also: his take on DK Bananza and Mario Kart World, and whether this new DK entry is cause for concern.

The crew also reacts to the latest Partner Direct, where surprises like Octopath Traveler 0, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, and Monster Hunter Stories 3 had RPG fans cheering—and Kevin a little jealous on behalf of Pokémon.

Plus:

• DK94 Spotlight – Is this the Mario game that everyone thinks they played but didn’t? The gang finally gives it its due. Is Big City the blueprint for New Donk City? Has any puzzle game earned this much respect?

• The BeatEmUps Controversy – A popular creator fakes a Nintendo leak “for science.” Was it worth the chaos? The team unpacks the ethics of influence and misinformation in the age of viral game news.

• Switch 2 hype – Shawn’s already got his hands on the next-gen console (somehow), and Odyssey’s smoother than ever—except for those motion-controlled moons.

• Underrated Gem Alert – SOMA hits the Switch, and horror fans should take note.

🎮 Spotlight Game of the Week: Donkey Kong (1994)
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💬 Question of the Week: Thoughts on Earthworm Jim 2 or Toejam and Earl 2?

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We're not Nintendo experts—just lifelong fans in need of a little therapy.

In this special bonus episode, I share my early thoughts on Donkey Kong Bonanza, Nintendo’s newest open-world platformer. It’s packed with familiar gameplay elements — from Mario Odyssey’s exploration to Tears of the Kingdom’s world design — but still feels fresh, nostalgic, and just plain fun. I talk Amiibo functionality, skill trees, outfit abilities, and why this could be the game that finally makes me a Donkey Kong fan.

Whether you're an Odyssey veteran or brand new to DK, this one's worth a listen.

Mentioned:

• Mario Odyssey
  

• Tears of the Kingdom
  

• Banjo-Kazooie
  

• Amiibo usage in games
  

• Tropical Freeze
  

• Paper Mario
  

• Breath of the Wild
  

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In this week’s episode of Nintendo Therapy, we put our credibility to the test with a rapid-fire This or That showdown! From choosing between Wario or Waluigi, to debating whether we’d rather be stuck with ice levels or water levels, we cover the most iconic, nostalgic, and downright ridiculous Nintendo dilemmas.Would you stick to turn-based combat forever, or dive headfirst into real-time battles? Is your heart in the Mushroom Kingdom or the fields of Hyrule? And what’s the real answer to the ultimate question: Tanooki Suit or Frog Suit?Join us for laughs, debates, and a heavy dose of retro memories as we settle these pressing Nintendo questions once and for all!#NintendoPodcast #ThisOrThat #WarioVsWaluigi #KirbyVsYoshi #8BitMusic #OrchestralSoundtrack #MushroomKingdom #Hyrule #SNESForever #GameCubeForever #IceLevels #WaterLevels #DoABarrelRoll #DangerousToGoAlone #MarioParty #WiiSports #TanookiSuit #FrogSuit #NintendoTherapy #GamingPodcast

🎮 2025 Game Tier List – Every Game Kevin Has Finished (So Far!) 🎮
Kevin is back with a full breakdown of every single game he’s finished in 2025 so far — and he’s not pulling punches. From JRPG epics to forgotten gems, it's all getting ranked in this brutally honest tier list.

👻 Yes, the 2009 Ghostbusters game makes an appearance...
🧙‍♂️ Yes, there's some Final Fantasy magic (and maybe a little chaos)...
🕰️ Yes, a few timeless classics still hold up today.
💔 And yes... Chrono Cross might not have aged quite as well as we hoped.

🔥 Expect spicy takes, some unexpected S-tiers, and at least one game that probably doesn’t deserve the love it gets.

💬 What would your 2025 tier list look like? Did Kevin get it right or is he completely out of line?
👇 Drop your hot takes in the comments and tell us what he should tackle next!

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Welcome back to Nintendo Therapy, the weekly hangout where we unpack the latest Nintendo news, dive into retro gems, and celebrate all things Nintendo. This week, your host Kevin is joined by Harrison to absorb some powers and reflect on the 128-bit era in honor of episode 128!

🟣 We kick off with a nostalgic GameCube shoutout: Pikmin, Billy Hatcher, and more. Remember when Sega went third-party and Sonic Team dropped their first original GameCube title? We do—and we have thoughts.

🎮 Kevin’s THPS FOMO kicks in. Modern gaming, lost media, mobile spin-offs—why is everything a franchise now?

📰 In the news:

• DK Bananza overview trailer drops ahead of its July 17 release.

• Harrison saw the Switch 2 in person—yes, Finally.

• Super Mario Strikers hits NSO and it’s still hilariously chaotic.

• WWE 2K25 looks great on Switch 2… but $70 for a key card?

• Switch 1 price hike (starting in Canada) raises eyebrows.

• Perfect Dark reboot? Not looking good amid massive layoffs.
  

🕹️ Spotlight: The Gradius Legacy This week’s retro deep-dive is all about Gradius—both the NES classic and the Game Boy’s Gradius: The Interstellar Assault. We discuss:

• Konami’s early shooter roots and the power-up system that changed the genre

• Why the Vic Viper deserves a Hall of Fame spot

• Arcade vs. NES differences, Moai heads, and speedrun stats

• The Game Boy sequel’s vertical scrolling levels and original design

• And… wait, no Konami Code?
  

As always, we’ll leave you with some laughs, a few hot takes, and a shared appreciation for Nintendo’s past, present, and (very Switch 2-shaped) future.

#NintendoTherapy #GameCube128 #BillyHatcher #Gradius #NintendoSwitch2 #KonamiCode #Retrogaming #VicViper #SuperMarioStrikers #DKBananza #WWE2K25 #NES #GameBoy #SwitchOnline

This week on Nintendo Therapy, Kevin and Harrison dive into the chaotic charm of Kirby & the Amazing Mirror — a Metroidvania twist on the classic series with multiple Kirbys, a corrupted mirror world, and some surprisingly deep speedrunning cred. We explore its unique development history, visual flair, and whether Missile Kirby is just a little too OP.

Plus:

• Did Sakurai try to negotiate Kirby Air Ride 2 instead of another Smash?

• Harrison’s got thoughts on recent Nintendo decisions (and kicks off our new Nintendo Therapy Couch segment).

• Harris has lost the feels for exploring and Kevin sets out to conquer his backlog.

A fun, thoughtful episode full of nostalgia, rumors, and maybe a pitch for Dark Souls Kirby.

#NintendoTherapy #KirbyAndTheAmazingMirror #Kirby #NintendoPodcast #Metroidvania #Sakurai #HALLaboratory #KirbyAirRide #GameBoyAdvance #NintendoRumors #RetroGaming #KirbyFans #NintendoSwitch