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As one year ends, another begins. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Pocast, we look both ahead and back with news of what’s to come in 2018 and impressions of last-minute 2017 releases Crawl, Mutant Mudds Collection, and the final ARMS update. We also reflect on the year that was, from the success of the Switch to Nintendo’s big wave of licensed merchandise, plus share our Game of the Year picks.

That’s not all, though! To help you start your new year off right, we’re also giving you a chance to win a Super NES Classic Edition! Simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite Nintendo ‘thing’ of 2017, be it a game, a moment, an event, or even just a bowl of Super Mario Cereal. We’ll share some of our favorites next episode and one lucky commenter will walk away with 21 classic SNES games, all in one tiny plastic package. To make sure you don’t miss it, follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and see you in 2018!

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Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on December 24, 2017 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on January 6, 2018 at 11:59 PM PST. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment below. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. One (1) commenter will be chosen at the discretion of the Random Nintendo team and receive one (1) Super Nintendo Entertainment System; Super NES Classic Edition (MSRP $79.99). Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason. The winner will be chosen at random on January 7, 2018, announced in Episode 167 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

It’s a wild world out there, and sometimes you just need to sit back and roast marshmallows with an eagle, a squirrel, and an elephant. That’s the premise of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we examine what the game gets right snd wrong. We also dive deep into The Game Awards with a look at the biggest reveals, the online reactions to the show, and of course, all the Zelda and Bayonetta news. Plus, we discuss news from outside the show like Mega Man 11, share impressions of the Switch’s DOOM, RIVE: Ultimate Edition, and Worms W.M.D, and announce the winner of our big anniversary giveaway!

Are you enjoying Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp? What did you think of The Game Awards? Leave your thoughts on any of the topics from this episode in a comment below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp to locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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‘Tis the season to see a lot of family, and if you don’t want to be stuck talking politics with your crazy uncle, you’ll need something to do. Luckily, that’s where games come in! And in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re highlighting great ones for groups, both physical and virtual. This includes a podcast first as we venture into the world of Nintendo-themed board games with Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game. We also share impressions of new Switch titles worth gathering around, including Monopoly, Super Beat Sports, Inversus Deluxe, and Astro Duel Deluxe. Plus, we check out what’s new in Splatoon 2, ARMS, and Super Bomberman R, as well as discuss the loot box controversy and rumors of a Mario movie from the studio behind Minions.

This episode also marks our sixth anniversary, and to celebrate, we’re hosting a massive giveaway! You can win all three physical games discussed in this episode – Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario: Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game – plus a $20 eShop gift card! To enter, simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite game to play with family during the holidays, be it a video game, board game, or something else entirely. The winner will be announced in our next episode, so make sure not to miss it by following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribing to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. Special thanks to USAopoly for providing us with the physical prizes.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Official Contest Rules: All registrants must be a resident of the United States of America and age 13 or older. The contest begins on November 26, 2017 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 8, 2017 at 11:59 PM PST. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment below. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. One (1) commenter will be chosen at the discretion of the Random Nintendo team and receive the following prizes: one (1) copy of Clue: The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario Level Up!, and the Super Mario Power Up Card Game, as well as well as one (1) digital code redeemable for $20 in credit on the US Nintendo eShop. Random Nintendo staff members may not participate in this contest. Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason. The winner will be chosen at random on December 9, 2017, announced in Episode 165 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

Like a Goomba in a Mario hat and mustache, we’ve been captured by Super Mario Odyssey. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive deep into our in-progress playthroughs to examine what the Switch’s biggest game yet gets right, what it gets wrong, and everything in between. We also take a similar in-depth look at the news and numbers from Nintendo’s recent financial report, including a breakdown of all the key stats, the first hint of a casual-friendly future for Switch, and new updates that will keep evergreen titles like Splatoon 2 and ARMS afloat. Plus, we discuss how amiibo became the last toys-to-life brand standing and what’s next for 3DS.

What do you think of Mario Odyssey so far? Leave a comment and let us know! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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We don’t normally theme episodes around holidays, but when we do, it’s Halloween. From a discussion of what makes horror games tick to the introduction of third-gen ghost Pokemon to Pokemon Go, this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast has tricks up it sleeve. There’s also plenty of treats too as we weigh on surprises like the reveal of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, Switch’s 4.0 update, and the latest 3DS and Switch news. Plus, we go hands-on with Sonic Force’s new Japanese demo and break down Nintendo’s September sales.

Have a favorite horror game? Tell us about it in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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When a podcast is headlined by the Super NES, Star Fox 2, and a Nintendo World Championship, it’s hard to tell if it’s 2017 or the 90s. But rest assured, this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is as modern as they come. The show begins with an in-depth discussion of last week’s Nintendo World Championships and its news, including the next ARMS update and a final peek at Super Mario Odyssey. We then turn our attention to the real star of the show, the SNES Classic. We share impressions of the hardware, the software, and yes, the 21-years-in-the-making Star Fox 2. The impressions don’t stop there as we then dive into Switch’s SteamWorld Dig 2, Binaries, and the upcoming Spelunker Party. Plus, Jason accepts his fate for losing last episode’s Smash Bros. bet and licks three Switch cartridges back to back (complete with a video you can find below).

What’s your favorite game in the SNES Classic library? And perhaps more importantly, what’s your stance on licking cartridges? Leave a comment and let us know! f you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Video: Jason Fulfills Last Episode’s Cartridge Licking Bet

Samus is back, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, she brought along a few friends: one’s a plumber, one throws light spears, and one is, um. a collection of party games. Specifically, we’re talking about Metroid: Samus Returns, Super Mario Run’s big 3.0 update, and Switch indies Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition and Use Your Words – all four of which we share impressions of in this very show. We also dive into the Switch’s runaway success and how it got this far, from learning from the Wii’s mistakes to what the future holds for the system. Plus, we shine a lot on a few Switch games worth watching in the months to come and tell tales of our harrowing SNES Classic launch day experience.

What do you think of Metroid: Samus Returns? Share your thoughts on the big comeback, or any of the topics in this episode, in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve also included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Plumbers and Rabbids. DOOM and Nintendo. Mario and… his nipples? Sometimes the strangest pairings make for the best conversation. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we put that theory to the test with a deep dive into the latest Nintendo Direct and full impressions of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. We cover all the major third-party announcements, from analysis of Bethesda’s sudden star role on Switch to hands-on impressions of Square Enix’s upcoming Project Octopath Traveler. We also take a look at an assortment of surprises from Nintendo, including the return of Snipperclips, new 3DS games, and a glimmer of hope for those seeking a SNES Classic Edition. All that, plus discussion of the big ARMS update, ice cream, and yes, Mario’s nipples.

What was your favorite announcement in last week’s Nintendo Direct? Let us know in the comments below! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a timestamp to easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Adorable elephants. Body-morphing Day of the Day robots. Travis freakin’ Touchdown. Whatever you’re looking for, the Nindie game announcements of the past week have it covered. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we break down the biggest indie game news from the Nindies Showcase and beyond, specifically highlighting which we’re most excited to play in the months to come. We also report back from the mayhem of SNES Classic Edition preorders, examining what went wrong and how Nintendo can fix it, and bid adieu to Miiverse following the surprise news of its closure.

Which Nindies caught your eye? Tell us in the comments below and we may feature the games in a future episode! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Whether you’re looking for familiar faces or something new, side-scrolling platforming or cooperative cooking, the eShop has never been busier. This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is here to help you sort through it all as we share impressions of Sonic Mania, Overcooked: Special Edition, Slime-san, and the 3DS’s Kirby’s Blowout Blast. We also look at what’s ahead, highlighting five upcoming Nindies for Switch worth keeping an eye on. Plus, we reflect on Kirby’s 25th anniversary, share our Nintendo World Championships predictions, examine the Switch’s growing support from Japanese publishers, and break down July’s sales numbers.

What’s currently your favorite eShop game? Let us know in the comments below and we may highlight it in a future episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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