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Suit up, it’s time to join the Toad Brigade. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share full impressions of the utterly adorable Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and tell you if its gameplay is as good as its charm. We also discuss the surprisingly large amount of Nintendo news that came out of The Game Awards, including first Zelda Wii U gameplay details and the latest on Mario Maker. Plus, we weigh in on the Amiibo shortage drama, examine Nintendo’s November sales numbers, and announce the winner of our $35 eShop credit giveaway.

Have you had a chance to try Captain Toad? Let us know what you think of the game, or any of the news in this episode, by leaving a comment below. Be sure to also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes – you never know when we might host another contest!

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on all the games and news covered 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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Let the smashing begin! Super Smash Bros. has arrived on Wii U, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re sharing our full impressions of the flagship fighter. From the chaos of 8-player battles to the game’s many modes, we discuss our likes, dislikes, and everything in between. And yes, that includes Amiibo. We also give our takes on a variety of recent news, including new DLC for Hyrule Warriors and Mighty Gunvolt, early holiday sales numbers, and the recently revealed secret of Toad’s gender (or lack thereof).

This episode also marks the third anniversary of the podcast. As our way of saying thank you, we’re giving you a chance to win a $35 eShop credit! Simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite fighter in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS and why. We’ll then choose one lucky commenter as our winner and announce them in our next episode. To make sure you don’t miss it, be sure to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes.

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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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 30, 2014 at 12:00 AM PST and ends on December 12, 2014 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 random and receive the following prize: one (1) digital code redeemable for $35 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 13, 2014, announced in Episode 86 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

Ready, set, download. The first DLC pack for Mario Kart 8 is now available, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our full impressions of the expansion. Before hitting the track, however, we discuss a multitude of news from the Nintendo Direct that brought us Majora’s Mask 3D and fresh Splatoon details to Nintendo’s investor Q&A full of Amiibo and QOL teases. Plus, we break down October’s sales numbers and share our take on the newly released Pikmin Short Movies.

Have you downloaded Mario Kart 8’s new DLC? Let us know why or why not in the comments below. We’d also love to hear your thoughts on the show as a whole, be it here in the comments or in a review on our iTunes page. While you’re there, be sure to also subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. You definitely won’t want to miss the giveaway coming up in our next episode!

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 timestamp so you can easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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And now for something completely different. We’ve never seen Nintendo publish a game quite like Bayonetta 2, but it’s certainly a good thing they did. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our full impressions of the action-packed Wii U exclusive, as well as cover a variety of big news from the company. This includes our full thoughts on the recent Super Smash Bros. for Wii U blowout, the latest on Amiibo, and first details on Nintendo’s mysterious Quality of Life platform. Plus, we analyze Nintendo’s quarterly financials and how they plan to regain lost 3DS momentum.

Would you like to see Nintendo publish more games like Bayonetta? Let us know your thoughts on the game, or any of the news discussed in this episode, in the comments below. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo to stay in the loop on all future site updates.

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

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After over two years of waiting, the new Super Smash Bros. is finally here! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive deep into the new 3DS title to share our full (and lengthy!) impressions of everything from the game’s multitude of modes to its online community. Along with all that smashing, there’s also news to be had. The episode kicks off with the latest on Nintendo’s holiday lineup, including fresh details on Captain Toad and the intriguing new gameplay mechanics of Pokemon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire. Our focus then shifts to third parties as we share our thoughts on the unexpected cameos of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate and the next wave of eShop indie games. Plus, we analyze Nintendo’s September sales performance.

What’s your favorite part of the new Smash Bros.? Leave a comment below and let us know! We’d love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics discussed in this episode or the show as a whole. We also encourage you to follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to stay in the loop on all future site happenings.

As always, we’ve included links below for more information on the news and games covered 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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We hacked, we slashed, and now we’re bringing you our full impressions of Hyrule Warriors. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we dive deep into the Zelda/Dynasty Warriors mashup to see if the game is as good as the sum of its parts. We also discuss a variety of news, including Nintendo’s emphasis on New 3DS customization, the next wave of major DLC releases, and the many marketing campaigns Nintendo is running for Smash Bros. Plus, we have an in-depth discussion about the current state of the eShop and whether the new ‘race to the bottom’ mentality among some developers may hurt more than help.

We want to hear what you think, too! Whether it’s Hyrule Warriors or any of the news in this episode, leave a comment below and let us know your thoughts. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo so you don’t miss any future site updates, including full Super Smash Bros. for 3DS impressions in our next episode.

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

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It’s guns a blazin’ in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast as we bring you full impressions of the 3DS eShop’s Azure Striker Gunvolt, as well as go hands-on with the Wii U’s upcoming Bayonetta 2. Even before the guns are drawn, there’s still lots to discuss, starting with news and impressions from GameStop Expo 2014 (be sure to check out our photo gallery of the convention, too). We then break down a final round of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS news, the latest on Pokemon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and an assortment of third-party news including the first details on the next Ace Attorney and the unveiling of a new game from the developers of SteamWorld Dig. Plus, we discuss August sales numbers and give impressions of Gunvolt’s 8-bit counterpart, Mighty Gunvolt.

If you prefer to play Mighty Gunvolt opposed to just hear about it, we’ve still got you covered. Simply follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo for a chance to win a free copy of Mighty Gunvolt! We’ll choose one Twitter follower at random to receive the Mighty Gunvolt download code. We’ll tweet out full contest details later this week, but be sure to follow us now so you don’t miss out. You can also keep up with the latest podcast episodes by subscribing to the show on iTunes.

As always, we’ve includes links below for more information on all the news and games discussed in this episode. Each link also lists a time stamp so you can easily jump to the segments you are most interested in. Enjoy!

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Whether it’s Professor Layton and Phoenix Wright, Pokemon and Tekken, Mario Kart and Zelda, or just everyone crammed into Smash Bros., it’s crossover galore in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. The show starts off with our full assessment of the newly announced (and appropriately named) New Nintendo 3DS, including a breakdown of its features and how it represents a shift in strategy for Nintendo. We then turn our attention to all the crossovers with thoughts on Mario Kart 8’s unexpected DLC, Pokemon’s Tekken-style fighting game, and the latest on Smash Bros. and those pesky roster leaks. The episode then concludes with witches by way of both fresh Bayonetta 2 details and our full impressions of Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, a game in which the hat-wearing puzzle solver and finger-pointing lawyer team up to prove an accused witch’s innocence.

Which crossover game are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments section below, where you can also share what you think about any of the news in this episode. Be sure to also check back later this week for our full coverage of GameStop Expo 2014. To make sure you don’t miss it, we recommend following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo and subscribing to the podcast on iTunes.

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

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We’re serving up Guacamelee impressions and lots of news in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast. The show begins with the latest on Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS, including newly confirmed details and our assessment of character lineup rumors that may be too good to be true. We then turn our attention to the Fall’s other big franchise, Pokemon, with discussions about new Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire details and the franchise’s upcoming expansion onto iOS. We also analyze the changing state of Ubisoft and Activision’s Wii U support, plus July’s sales numbers, before dipping into our full Guacamelee: Super Turbo Championship Edition impressions.

What do you think of Guacamelee? Share your thoughts on the game, or any of the news discussed in this episode, by leaving a comment below. We’d love to hear what you think of the podcast as a whole, too. Don’t forget to also subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo so you don’t miss any future updates.

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 timestamp to easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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The slower summer months are a great opportunity to revisit eShop games you may have missed, and in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we’re giving you the lowdown on what you should be downloading. From original titles such as Moon Chronicles and Toki Tori to new DLC for Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies, we share impressions of an assortment of eShop-only options. Our download coverage extends to the news as well as we discuss new game reveals from indie darlings Renegade Kid and Two Tribes, Mario Kart 8’s upcoming Mercedes DLC, and Nintendo’s controversial retailer-specific Hyrule Warriors DLC costumes. We also assess the recent Hyrule Warriors Direct as a whole and the latest on Smash Bros., as well as dive into a full analysis of Nintendo’s quarterly financial report. All that, plus the announcement of our Smash Bros. shirt winner, awaits in Episode 77!

Which eShop game do you feel deserves more attention? Share your favorites, as well as your thoughts on any of this episode’s topics, by leaving a comment below. Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo to stay in the loop on all future site updates.

As always, you can learn more about any of the news or games discussed in this episode via the below links. Each link also lists a timestamp so you can easily locate the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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