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Let’s be honest: you’re probably already playing Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. You know it’s good, we know it’s good, but what makes it so good? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive into the massive world of Hyrule to share our impressions on why this Zelda is like no other. We also check in on the Switch as it enters its third week on the market, discussing the latest on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Sonic Forces, recent controversies around ports and third-party game prices, and what the system’s early success means (and doesn’t mean) for its future. Plus, we break down February sales numbers, see what’s new on 3DS, and announce the winner of our $20 eShop code giveaway.

What do you think of Breath of the Wild? Have a funny anecdote from your adventures? Tell us in the comment section below, and we may feature it next episode. To make sure you don’t miss it, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Google Play Music, or your favorite podcasting app and 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 so you can easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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Welcome to the Switch era. Nintendo’s hybrid system has officially launched, and we’re celebrating with an absolutely jam-packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. It all starts with the Switch’s day-one offerings as we share in-depth impressions of the hardware and launch titles 1-2-Switch, Snipperclips, and Super Bomberman R (don’t worry, Zelda impressions are coming next episode). We then look at what’s ahead for all those new Switches out there, from our most anticipated indie titles from last week’s Nindies Showcase to hands-on time at the Switch Preview Tour with ARMS, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Sonic Mania. Plus, we lick Switch cartridges on air and immediately regret it.

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 find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and Happy Switching!

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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 March 6, 2017 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on March 16, 2016 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 prize: 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 March 18, 2017, announced in Episode 146 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

My, how far we’ve come. It’s been two years since we first discussed a mysterious new project codenamed NX, and in a mere 12 days it will finally be in our hands as the Nintendo Switch. Over that time we went through all sorts of leaks, speculation, and official news, so it’s only fitting that we come full circle with all three in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We cover everything from leaks of the system interface to first details on its online offerings, plus weigh in on 1-2-Switch’s gameplay modes, Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s Expansion Pass DLC, and Ultra Street Fighter II’s unexpected first-person brawler. We also go beyond just the Switch with news from Nintendo’s investor briefing Q&A, January NPD numbers, and the surprise of E3 2017 opening to the public. Plus, we share our impressions of Pokemon Go’s Johto expansion and revisit local multiplayer mayhem with Mario Party 10.

Are you ready for the Switch? Share your launch plans in the comment below and we’ll feature some of our favorites as part of our Switch launch blowout next episode. From hardware and game impressions to launch day stories, this will be one episode you won’t want to miss. Stay up to date by subscribing to us on iTunes, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice us, and following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the games and news 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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Well, it finally happened. Nintendo went full free-to-play with the release of Fire Emblem Heroes, adding time limits and “gacha” mechanics to their game. But is it as bad as it sounds? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of Fire Emblem Heroes and the similarly-structured, surprise mobile release Pokemon Duel. There’s also more traditional Nintendo gaming to discuss as we pick our most anticipated third-party Switch games and cover the latest on 3DS titles like Fire Emblem Echoes and Mario Sports Supermix. Plus, we break down all the news and numbers from Nintendo’s holiday quarter financial briefing.

Have you tried Fire Emblem Heroes? What do you think of Nintendo finally entering the free-to-play market? Tell us in the comments below! If you enjoyed our show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, 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 so you can easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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It’s the week after Switchmas, when all through the house, every creature was stirring from a plumber to a electric mouse. Yes, a week has gone by since the news blowout that was Switch Presentation 2017 (dubbed “Switchmas” by fans), and now we’re diving deep into the console, its games, and Nintendo’s next steps in this jam-packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. We start with a look at the system itself, covering everything from how the Joy-Cons reshape the Switch narrative to Nintendo’s questionable online service choices. We then switch (ahem) to the software side of things, exploring what the current crop of games may tell us about the system’s future and its intended audience. Plus, we break down all the big first-party games from 1-2-Switch to ARMS to Super Mario Odyssey.

What did you think of Nintendo’s Switch Presentation? Are you getting a Switch? Let us know by leaving a comment below and we may feature it in our next episode. If you enjoyed our show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, 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 all 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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2017 may be just another year for most of us, but for Nintendo, it couldn’t be any more critical. It’s the year of the Switch and that means Nintendo will be making some pretty big moves. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we cast our predictions for what to expect in the year ahead. We begin with the Switch itself, looking at the games and release strategies it’ll need to succeed (plus some fun Smash Bros. speculation for good measure!). We then turn to Nintendo’s growing role in the mobile space, discussing the sales performance of Super Mario Run and what it means for future pricing structures. From there, it’s the 3DS’s turn as we examine its expanding role as the budget system and how that’ll affect its lineup going forward. We then conclude with full impressions of one of Wii U’s final games, and our episode namesake, Shantae: Half-Genie Hero.

What are your predictions for Nintendo’s 2017? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to check back for our next episode featuring full coverage of Nintendo’s Switch Presentation 2017. To make sure you don’t miss it, you can subscribe to us on iTunes, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice, as well as follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Trust us, it’s going to be big!

Until then, we hope you enjoy this final round of Switch speculation. As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games covered in this episode. Each link also includes a time stamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you.

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Today is both Christmas and Hanukkah, which means you’ve probably unwrapped a lot of gifts already. There’s one more waiting for you, though, and this one features a pudgy plumber with some serious parkour skills: the latest episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast! In many ways, this episode is the embodiment of what 2016 meant for Nintendo. We discuss their mobile efforts with our full impressions of both Super Mario Run and Pokemon Go’s new Apple Watch app, look towards the Switch with analysis of leaked patents and games, and further examine their IP expansion with fresh details and speculation about the newly-named Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios. Plus, we discuss the end of console generations as know it, our evolving views of hacking the perfect Pokemon team, and our Game of the Year picks.

What do you think of Super Mario Run? Let us know in the comments below and we may feature you in a future episode. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, 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 games and news discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp so you can easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy and Happy Holidays!

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The theme of our podcast may be small, but what we’re covering is anything but. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we go hands-on with the upcoming Super Mario Run, report back from The Game Awards 2016, and yes, share full impressions of the holiday’s must-have NES Classic Edition. In between, we also discuss Nintendo’s Tonight Show takeover, examine the latest batch of Switch rumors, run wild with Zelda: Breath of the Wild trailer speculation, and tell the sad tale of a boy who can’t get his Chatot shirt in Pokemon Sun. Plus, we announce the winner of last episode’s $50 eShop credit giveaway!

What’s your favorite game included on the NES Classic Edition? Let us know in the comments below. If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, Google Play Music, or your podcasting app of choice. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

As always, we’ve included links below with 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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It’s time to catch ’em all, all over again. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we head to the tropics of Alola to bring you in-depth impressions of the highly anticipated Pokemon Sun & Moon. It’s also Switch rumors galore as we break down a bevy of rumors about the upcoming console’s game lineup, including what’s coming at launch, additional ports you may not expect, and reports of a Mario x Rabbids RPG (yes, you read that correctly). Plus, we discuss Super Mario Run’s newly announced price, Ditto’s debut in Pokemon Go, and Nintendo’s October sales numbers.

This episode also marks our fifth anniversary, and to celebrate, we’re giving you a chance to win a $50 eShop credit! When our podcast first began, the 3DS was only six months old and the Wii U was still a year away. Now with nearly their entire lifespans under our show’s belt, we want to hear your favorite 3DS and/or Wii U memory. Simply leave a comment below with your memory – be it a specific game, a moment with friends, or something else entirely – and our favorite will receive the full $50 eShop credit. The winner will be announced in our next episode, so make sure you don’t miss it by subscribing to us to on iTunes, Google Play Music, or your favorite podcasting app, as well as following 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 so you can easily locate the segment that most interest. We hope you enjoy, and whether you’ve been with us from day one or just tuned in recently, thank you for listening over the past half-decade!

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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 27, 2016 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 8, 2016 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 prize: one (1) digital code redeemable for $50 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, 2016, announced in Episode 139 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

In this post-Switch world, how can existing Nintendo platforms make a splash? For 3DS, it’s with an Animal Crossing revamp and a zany RPG starring your Miis. For mobile, it’s with app updates galore from Miitomo and Pokemon Go. And for Wii U, it’s with the very colorful Paper Mario: Color Splash. This packed episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast covers all that and more, including a full breakdown of last week’s Animal Crossing Direct, a first look at Miitopia, hands-on with Nintendo’s big new Miitomo update, the latest on the Switch’s third-party support, and impressions of the titular Paper Mario: Color Splash. Oh, and did we mention our Wii U retrospective or our theories on the current NES Classic Edition shortages? Because yeah, those are there too.

Have you had any luck getting a NES Classic Edition? What do you think of Paper Mario’s turn from RPGs to adventure games? Leave a comment below with your thoughts on any topic discussed in the show, and we may share it in a future episode.  If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes, 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 so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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