The Nintendo Shack

This week on the Nintendo Shack Podcast, Rebecca, Delvin, and Donnie join together one final time before the day of the Switch 2 Direct. They discuss some last minute rumors and smaller headlines before tackling over 20 listener questions about all things Nintendo Switch, NS2, and more. Some questions include whether or not they think the Switch 2 will have the same 8-year-long lifespan as the Switch 1, what will happen with NSO and virtual console, what games will appear during year 1 of the NS2, what were the Switch’s worst qualities, and some final predictions.

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Donnie, Delvin, and Rebecca join together again this week to talk about this week in Nintendo news, including the announcement of a new on-rails shooter called Wild Blue from an original Star Fox development team member, an upcoming demo for Atelier Yumia, analyst predictions for the Switch 2, and more. There are some big rumors about hundreds of thousands of NS2 units in the US already, and even a YouTuber claiming he’s been offered to buy a stolen Switch 2 console. As always, they answer listener questions, such as what gimmick they think the next Mario Kart will bring, what third party games do they think will be included in the NS2 direct, and which GameCube games they want to see on Nintendo Switch Online/virtual console.

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This week on the nintendo Shack Podcast, the crew starts with MAR10 Day speculation for the week ahead, including what deals are in store for the special day. They cover the latest NSO updates as well. With news a little slow this week, they take a look at the World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists for this year and debate which three deserve induction. Switch 2 details continue to trickle in, as NFC and WiFi 6 are confirmed, Nintendo’s stock takes a hit over tariff concerns, and a newly discovered patent hints at a mysterious magnetic smartphone accessory. Plus, Nintendo wins a $7 million lawsuit against amiibo counterfeiters. As always, they answer listener questions, such as what they think will be the future of amiibo on NS2, what is the best Mario game ever, and which Nintendo game Delvin should replace the protagonist in.

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Rebecca, Donnie, and Delvin break down everything from this week’s Pokémon Presents! Pokémon Champions brings back classic stadium-style battles with Pokémon HOME integration, though not every Pokémon will be available at launch. Pokémon Legends Z-A is officially set for late 2025, introducing real-time battles and Lumiose City as a central hub. Plus, Pokémon Concierge gets new episodes, Pokémon TCG unveils new expansions, and even Honda joins the fun with a Pokémon-themed motorcycle.

Elsewhere, Gex Trilogy is coming this summer, Dragon Quest XI S gets a permanent price drop, and Terminator 2D: NO FATE brings retro action to the Switch. Rumors point to a Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 reveal soon, and with just a month until the Switch 2 Direct, the crew debates what’s next for Nintendo’s hybrid future.

Listener questions cover Pokémon Legends Z-A starter picks, Switch 2’s potential for special editions, and whether a return of Miiverse or StreetPass could work in the modern era.

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This week, Donnie, Rebecca, and Delvin dive into Nintendo’s latest shake-up: Gold Points are going away. Starting March 25, 2025, players will no longer earn Gold Points from purchases, and Switch Game Vouchers won’t apply to Switch 2 titles. What does this mean for digital rewards and eShop discounts? The crew breaks it down.

Meanwhile, Pokémon Go developer Niantic is reportedly in talks to sell its gaming business to Saudi-owned Scopely for $3.5 billion. HAL Laboratory celebrates its 45th anniversary, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure tops the eShop charts for February. Plus, a LEGO Game Boy set leaks, Pokémon Presents is officially set for February 27, and rumors swirl about a Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch OLED bundle.

In listener questions, the Shack crew discusses Pokémon Day predictions, the future of Metroid: Other M, Switch 2 storage solutions, and—most importantly—whether Nintendo’s next-gen cartridges will still taste awful.

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Donnie, Rebecca, Delvin, and Jason break down the latest Switch 2 rumors, including a new patent suggesting Joy-Cons can attach to either side of the device with a screen that flips to match. Reports claim Switch 2 units may have already surfaced on the black market for a staggering $40K. Spanish outlet Vandal also hints that Bungie’s mysterious MOBA, Project Gummy Bears, will launch day one on the system.

Meanwhile, several Switch games pop up in PlayStation Direct, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance lands in August, and Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny gets a May remaster. Sonic fans get a fresh look at Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and survival horror hit Sorry We’re Closed arrives on Switch next month.

In this week’s headlines, Star Fox artist Takaya Imamura hopes to see Star Fox: Assault on Switch 2, Capcom teases Monster Hunter Wilds for the next-gen console, and Glover makes a surprise return.

Finally, the Shack crew tackles listener questions, from must-finish games before Switch 2 to retro collection dreams, and—if Miyamoto demanded their most prized gaming possession in exchange for retirement—what they’d be willing to give up.
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Rebecca and Donnie break down the latestNintendo Switch 2 updates as the countdown to the bigSwitch 2 Direct on April 2nd begins. Newly published patents revealmouse functionality for the Joy-Cons, asplit-apart Pro Controller design, and a potential charging cradle. Meanwhile, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa promises action against scalpers and reassures fans that the next-gen console will maintainaffordable pricing. EA’s CEO also teases thatMadden andFC could “find real energy” on the new system.

On the financial side, Nintendo confirms150 million Switch units sold while lowering sales forecasts.Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads the software charts at67 million copies, and Furukawa reconfirmsMetroid Prime 4 andPokémon Legends Z-A for 2025.

This week’s headlines include the arrival ofWario Land 4 onNintendo Switch Online, aDonkey Kong Country Returns HD demo,Super Mario World being added toNintendo Music, and the announcement ofCapcom Fighting Collection 2.

Finally, Rebecca and Donnie tackle listener questions! Will the Switch get one lastZelda orMario before its run is over? What’s the most visually impressive game on the system? CouldSwitch 2 replace other consoles, especially if Xbox exclusives start making their way over? And, most importantly—what’s theultimate Super Bowl meal?

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The Shack crew is back, and February is in full swing! Rebecca dives into Hello Kitty Island Adventure, while Donnie and Delvin take on Life is Strange, Yakuza, Nexomon, G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra, and Power Rangers. The trio runs through February Switch releases, including Citizen Sleeper 2, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, and Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, plus new Nintendo Switch Online updates like Ridge Racer 64 and fresh Xenoblade Chronicles icons. They also discuss the latest industry headlines, from RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic adding touch controls to MLB The Show 25 landing on Switch. And then—rumors, rumors, rumors! With Forza Horizon 5 reportedly coming to Switch 2 and whispers of Starfield, Fable, and more making their way over, they break down what could be next for Xbox and Nintendo. As always, they answer listener questions, such as what Zelda game would have the best post-game world, will they still use their original Switch after the new one drops, and most importantly… what would Mario rather eat: French toast, pancakes, or waffles?

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Warning - Hosts are sick! These week Donnie and Delvin are both under the weather but do their best to deliver the Shack you know and love. Topics this week include;

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GREETINGS KOOPALINGS! ITS HERE, ITS FINALLY HERE. After years of speculation Nintendo has finally lifted the veil on their next console, officially now confirmed as the Nintendo Switch 2 (NS2 for Bex). The Shack is Back to talk all about it, including a return from JASON LACY, Shack co-founder. So strap in as we talk about mice, leaks, launch rumors, games, questions and more.

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