This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by former Game Informer director Kyle Hilliard to dive into Nintendo's first official look at the Nintendo Switch 2. Then, freelancer Ben Bertoli joins the show to share his review of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Bluesky @kylehilliard. You can follow Ben on Bluesky @radishgames and Twitter @SuperBentendo. You can find Radish Games at radishgames.com and read his full Donkey Kong Country Returns HD review on Polygon.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

You can support friend of the show Seth Macy's GoFundMe to help his wife's battle with cancer here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-brandys-battle-against-cancer

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like the community Discord, priority for interactive episodes, and early/ad-free episodes. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:19 – Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal

00:35:01 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:48:25 – Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Review

01:10:27 – Definitive Ranking: Donkey Kong Gimmicks

01:24:15 – eShop Gem of the Week: Lil Gator Game

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian Shea and his former colleague at Game Informer, Marcus Stewart, discuss the big Switch 2 leak coming out of CES to start the show. Then, they transition to a fun game of pitching what could be next for each of Nintendo's biggest franchises.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Marcus on Twitter and Bluesky: @MarcusStewart7.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

You can support friend of the show Seth Macy's GoFundMe to help his wife's battle with cancer here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-brandys-battle-against-cancer

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:02:41 – Big Switch 2 Hardware Leak

00:16:37 – Pitching What's Next for Nintendo's Franchises

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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Jason Thompson

Jawarhello

JHerb

Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

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Joseph

Joshua Duperoy

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Kody Gipson

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Marshall Thompson

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Megan S.

Michael Ogden

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Wicked Good Gaming's Dom Mahoney joins the show to help predict what 2025 holds for Nintendo. After looking at the calendar as it exists at the start of the year and sharing our own predictions, we transition to playing "Buy or Sell?" with listener-submitted prompts.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Dom on Twitter @WGGPapaDom. You can check out his work at WickedGoodGaming.com.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

You can support friend of the show Seth Macy's GoFundMe to help his wife's battle with cancer here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-brandys-battle-against-cancer

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:24 – 2025 Calendar So Far

00:17:00 – Increasingly Spicy 2025 Predictions

00:40:53 – 2025 Buy or Sell?

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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Chris Cali

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Dan Noorman

Derek Sigmund

Desmond Thomas

Dusty Beaman

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Jackal

James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

JHerb

Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

Jose Villalobos

Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

Justin Childress

Katie Cross

Knobby Buckles (Dave)

Kody Gipson

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Mad Genie (Konfuzed Koala)

Marshall Thompson

Matthew 

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Matthew Schwickerath

Megan S.

Michael Ogden

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This week on All Things Nintendo, it's the fourth annual All Things Nintendo Awards! Logan Plant from IGN and the Toadstool Boardroom podcast joins the show to recap 2024 and celebrate the best Switch gaming had to offer.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Logan on Bluesky @LoganJPlant. You can read his work on IGN and hear him on Nintendo Voice Chat and the Toadstool Boardroom podcast.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:15 – 2024 Overall Recap

00:12:17 – Best Strategy or Simulation Game

00:14:55 – Best Action Game

00:20:30 – Best RPG

00:23:10 – Best Platforming Game

00:26:40 – Best Indie Game

00:30:45 – Best Multiplayer Game

00:33:55 – Best Compilation

00:41:19 – Best Remake or Remaster

00:45:53 – Better Late Than Never Award

00:49:46 – Most Wanted Game in 2025

00:54:30 – Best Third-Party Game

00:58:40 – Best Nintendo Game

01:02:32 – Grading Nintendo’s 2024

01:02:33 – Nintendo’s 2025 Outlook

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by Ben Richlin to give a full review of the newest theatrical gaming adaptation, Sonic the Hedgehog 3. But before that, they discuss Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind and the various news items from the last week.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Ben on Twitter: @doctorbenmd.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:21 – Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Expansion

00:11:35 – New Balatro Collaborations

00:18:01 – The Plucky Squire Update

00:20:42 – Nintendo Year-in-Review Live Now

00:25:29 – New Alarmo Scene

00:25:43 – New Switch 2 Leak

00:29:04 – Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound

00:32:17 – Shadow Labyrinth

00:35:37 – Dave the Diver Into the Jungle DLC

00:35:56 – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

00:38:15 – Okami Sequel

00:40:21 – Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Overview Trailer

00:43:36 – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind Impressions

01:00:42 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Review – Non-spoilers

01:19:09 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Review – Spoilers

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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Derek Sigmund

Desmond Thomas

Dusty Beaman

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Jackal

James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

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Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

Jose Villalobos

Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

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Knobby Buckles (Dave)

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by legendary artist from Rare and Playtonic Games Kev Bayliss. Kev shares stories from his time working on games like Donkey Kong Country, Diddy Kong Racing, and Killer Instinct, and talks about how the leaps in technology and Nintendo's involvement changed the face of the iconic development studio.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Kev on Twitter @kev_bayliss, Bluesky @kevbayliss, and Twitch @kev_bayliss.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:07 – First Nintendo Game Favorite Nintendo Game

00:05:44 – History with Rare

00:44:19 – Current Work at Playtonic

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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ChainWhippin

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Charles Clift

Chris Cali

Colton Bredlau

Dan Noorman

Derek Sigmund

Desmond Thomas

Dusty Beaman

IanTClark 

Jackal

James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

JHerb

Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

Jose Villalobos

Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

Justin Childress

Katie Cross

Knobby Buckles (Dave)

Kody Gipson

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian welcomes RPGSite senior staff writer James Galizio to give his glowing review of Fantasian Neo Dimension. On top of that, Brian shares his impressions of Rollercoaster Tycoon Classic and AntonBlast, then Brian and James share their top five RPGs on Switch.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow James on Bluesky @theswweet. You can also find his work on RPGSite.net. 

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:02:01 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:07:12 – Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind Un-Delayed

00:14:22 – TMNT: Tactical Takedown Announced

00:20:24 – New Games Added to Switch Online

00:22:49 – Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Available Now

00:29:07 – Ubisoft Closing Studios and Laying Off Employees

00:36:23 – Fantasian Neo Dimension Review

00:56:15 – Rollercoaster Tycoon Classic Impressions

01:06:19 – AntonBlast Impressions

01:14:06 – Definitive Ranking: RPGs on Switch

01:30:52 – eShop Gem of the Week: Drainus

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

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Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

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Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

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Katie Cross

Knobby Buckles (Dave)

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Michael Ogden

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Roger Reichardt

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by freelance writer Josh Broadwell to celebrate milestone anniversaries for Nintendo. First, they recap the lifecycle of Nintendo's most successful gaming platform to date, the Nintendo DS, on its 20th anniversary. Next, they celebrate the 10th anniversary of Nintendo's Amiibo line, before finally diving deep into the development history of Donkey Kong Country on its 30th anniversary. They then wrap up the show by running down the best sales during the eShop's Black Friday sale.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Josh on Bluesky @fionnthebrave. 

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Black Friday Promotion

00:00:57 – Introduction

00:02:28 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:10:56 – Nintendo DS 20th Anniversary

00:31:49 – Amiibo 10th Anniversary

00:45:03 – Donkey Kong Country 30th Anniversary

01:28:45 – Definitive Ranking: Nintendo DS Games

01:35:45 – eShop Gem of the Week: Strange Horticulture

01:37:22 – Best eShop Black Friday Sales

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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Andy Junkins

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Chad Timblin

ChainWhippin

ChapsMyAss

Charles Clift

Chris Cali

Colton Bredlau

Dan Noorman

Derek Sigmund

Desmond Thomas

Dusty Beaman

IanTClark 

Jackal

James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

JHerb

Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

Jose Villalobos

Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

Justin Childress

Katie Cross

Knobby Buckles (Dave)

Kody Gipson

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined in his basement by Atari CEO Wade Rosen for a rare in-person episode of the show. The two chat about everything from the state of Atari to Wade's philosophy on game development and acquisitions. We also field some questions from the All Things Nintendo community Discord.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Atari on Twitter and Bluesky @atari.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

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This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by GameSpot's Mark Delaney to discuss his review of Lego Horizon Adventures, the PlayStation-published, family-friendly retelling of Horizon Zero Dawn. Brian then shares his thoughts on Tetris Forever, the new compilation by Digital Eclipse, then Axe of the Blood God's Nadia Oxford rounds out the show with her review of Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake.

If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea, Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea, or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Mark on Bluesky @MarkDelaney. You can follow Nadia on Bluesky @NadiaOxford. You can read Mark's Lego Horizon Adventures review on GameSpot and hear Nadia on the Axe of the Blood God RPG podcast.

A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.

If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to gain access to bonuses like Discord access, early and ad-free episodes, and an entire bonus podcast. If you're interested in All Things Nintendo or All Things Gamers merchandise, you can find t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, and more in the All Things Nintendo shop on TeePublic.com.

The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:07 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:07:00 – Super Nintendo World Donkey Kong Country Tour

00:19:38 – Sea of Stars Free Update

00:22:01 – Fortnite and Overwatch Classic Modes

00:29:58 – Lego Horizon Adventures Review

00:54:43 – Tetris Forever Review

01:12:37 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game (again!)

01:18:28 – Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake Review

If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email [email protected], or message Brian on social media @BrianPShea. 

A huge thanks to the paying members of the All Things Nintendo Patreon:

Aaron Smith

Abdulla

Adam Scott

Alana R

Alec Aquinino

Alex Stadnik

Andy Junkins

Avri Rosen-Zvi

Ben Richlin

Brett Thomas Miro

Chad Timblin

ChainWhippin

ChapsMyAss

Charles Clift

cheesyluigi

Chris Cali

Colton Bredlau

Dan Noorman

Derek Sigmund

Desmond Thomas

Dusty Beaman

IanTClark 

Jackal

James D

Jason Thompson

Jawarhello 

JHerb

Jill Grodt

Johnny 5

Jordan Sloat

Jose Villalobos

Joseph

Joseph Jury

Joshua Duperoy

Justin Childress

Katie Cross

Knobby Buckles (Dave)

Kody Gipson

Kreaper207

kristiana

lightpohl

Mad Genie (Konfuzed Koala)

Marshall Thompson

Matthew 

Matthew Magurany

Megan S.

Michael Ogden

nintendo101.

Nolan Filter

Paige

Pam Sandor

Pat Roberts

Paul (@DrunkonMako)

Phillip Alleva-Cox

Prattable

rachael hoover

Rachel Atkins

Rob McCann (BobbyMac265)

Roger Reichardt

Russell Sayer

Ryan Baldwin

Scott Matthews

Sir Phobos

Smithypoo

TuxDC

WamBamSamTheGamingMan

Zach Marcus

Zachary Pligge

Zack Bencal

Zech (threeswordssama)

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