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We finally have launch details for the Wii U, which begs the question: will you be buying one? In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we discuss all the latest Wii U details and what it means for launch. We also go hands-on with the system for a second time at the Los Angeles stop of the Wii U Experience tour, sharing a new batch of game impressions and thoughts on the event itself. From new Nintendo Land attractions to The Wonderful 101, we go in-depth in an episode that can only be described as Wii U galore!

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Runner games are taking over the world and Nintendo platforms are no exception. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we discuss Nintendo’s first foray into the genre with the recently announced Harmo Knight for 3DS, as well as look back on BIT.TRIP Runner and the entire BIT.TRIP franchise with impressions of BIT.TRIP Saga. We also debate different approaches to downloadable content and dive into a flurry of news, including Wii U release date rumblings, the announcement of Ace Attorney 5, and the latest Nintendo Direct.

To top it all off, we’re giving you a chance to play the Wii U months before its release! If you live in the Los Angeles area and would like to go hands-on with the Wii U, simply leave a comment below saying which Wii U game you are most excited to try. We’ll choose three comments at random, sending each selected poster an invitation for the 8:00 – 9:30 PM time slot of the Wii U Experience tour on Saturday, September 22. More information on the event and how you can get in can be found in this episode.

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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 September 9, 2012 at 12 AM PDT and ends on September 14, 2012. at 8:59 PM PDT. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment below that includes the Wii U game they would most like to try. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. Three (3) comment posters will be given an invitation code to sign up for the 8:00 – 9:30 PM time slot of the Wii U Experience tour on Saturday, September 22 in Los Angeles, CA. The winners will be chosen at random at 9:00 PM on September 14 and contacted by email. Random Nintendo staff members may not participate in this contest. Random Nintendo reserves the right to disqualify any entry for any reason.

New Super Mario Bros. 2 has arrived and the coin rush is on! In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our impressions of Mario’s latest side-scrolling adventure, as well as our final thoughts on the new 3DS XL hardware. We also discuss a slew of news, including the 3DS’s Fall lineup, the Miiverse as a gaming social network, and the closure of Nintendo Power. Oh yeah, and Penelope Cruz wearing a Mario mustache.

What do you think of New Super Mario Bros. 2 and the 3DS XL? Share your impressions, or thoughts on any of the topics discussed in this episode, in the comments section below. While you’re there, we would also love to hear what you think of the RN Podcast as a whole! You can also stay up to date on everything Random Nintendo by subscribing on iTunes and following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

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The 3DS’s summer lineup was dominated by one thing: rhythm. Both Theatrhythm Final Fantasy and Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure recently arrived on the handheld, leading to a very musical summer. We compared the two games in our 3DS Rhythm Rundown, and now, in this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we go into more in-depth impressions of each title. We also share our thoughts on the latest wave of Wii U game announcements, including EA’s newly revealed launch lineup and Toki Tori 2.  Plus, we discuss July sales numbers and present a ridiculously detailed analysis of the Wii U’s game box design. Whether you prefer music, sports, or box art chitchat, this episode’s got something for you!

Have you played Theatrhythm or Rhythm Thief? We’d love to hear your impressions! Just leave a comment below with your thoughts on either game, any of the news discussed in today’s episode, or even what you think of the podcast as a whole. We appreciate any and all feedback. Be sure to also stay up to date on the latest Random Nintendo happenings by subscribing on iTunes and by following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

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You asked, we answer! Following our hands-on impressions of the Wii U and 3DS XL in Episode 20, we asked you to send in your questions about the upcoming systems. This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast is dedicated to addressing all those burning questions, including thoughts on the new play styles of the Wii U and just how comfortable the 3DS XL really is. We also announce the two winners of our Comic-Con swag giveaway. Plus, we bring you all the latest news on the World of Goo team’s next game, New Super Mario Bros. 2, Crytek’s Wii U plans, and lots more!

Still have Wii U or 3DS XL questions? Let us know in the comments section below and we’ll answer them in the next episode! We would also love to hear what you think of the show as a whole, so please leave your comments and suggestions. You can also stay up to date on all the latest Random Nintendo Podcast happenings by subscribing on iTunes and by following our brand-new Twitter feed @RandomNintendo!

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We saw the sights. We played the games. We got hands-on time with the Wii U and 3DS XL. Episode 20 of the Random Nintendo Podcast is coming to you from the epicenter of pop culture that is San Diego Comic-Con, and it’s our biggest episode ever! We’re packing this episode with impressions galore as we discuss our four-hour Wii U play session, our time with the 3DS lineup and revamped XL hardware, and the expo as a whole. Plus, as always, we bring you all the latest Nintendo news. This is definitely an episode that you do not want to miss!

We are also happy to announce that you can now subscribe to the Random Nintendo Podcast on iTunes! To celebrate our new iTunes listing, which can be found right here, we’re giving you a chance to win our Comic-Con swag haul just by leaving a comment. We couldn’t cover everything about the Wii U and 3DS XL in this episode, so ask us your Wii U or 3DS XL questions and we’ll answer them in our next episode. Just by asking a question, you will be entered into our Comic-Con swag giveaway!

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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 July 16, 2012 at 12 AM PDT and ends on July 26, 2012. at 11:59 PM PDT. Visitors may only enter the contest once by leaving a comment in the “Comments” section below that includes a question related to the Wii U or Nintendo 3DS XL. Any additional entries that a given visitor makes will be disqualified. The prize package contains an assortment of freebies given away during Comic-Con 2012. A total of two (2) prize packages will be given away. 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 July 27, 2012, announced in Episode 21 of the Random Nintendo Podcast, and then notified via email.

With the announcement of the 3DS XL, Nintendo went big. Literally. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we discuss the revised system, which features the largest screen of any handheld in Nintendo’s history. We also share our take on the latest Nintendo Direct news, including the game announcements and Namco Bandai’s role as the developer of the next Super Smash Bros. game. And speaking of Smash Bros., we tell our tale of woe of tournament play. All that, plus a live audience, are only a play button away!

What do you think of the 3DS XL? We want to hear your thoughts, so be sure to tell us in the comments section below. While you’re there, we would also love to hear your feedback on this episode and the RN Podcast as a whole!

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With a steady stream of new releases, it’s easy to miss out on some of the 3DS eShop’s great games. In this episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast, we share our thoughts on two of those gems, Dillon’s Rolling Western and the Game Boy version of Donkey Kong, as well as the new demos of Lego Batman 2 and The Amazing Spider-Man. We also discuss the biggest E3 2012 news scraps, including even more Wii U tidbits, what’s in store for Zelda on 3DS, and the first details on the Wii’s Kirby anniversary compilation.

Which eShop games do you think are the best? Let us know in the comments section and we’ll be sure to mention them in future episodes. We would also love to hear what you think of this episode and the RN Podcast as a whole, so please leave us your comments and suggestions.

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Now that E3 2012 has come to a close, which games are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments below! Be sure to also let us know what you think about this episode and the RN Podcast as a whole. We’re always looking to improve, so we would love your feedback.

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