Toadstool Boardroom

An ambitious Mario Maker 2 fan project has the Boardroom thinking about the severe lack of official 2D Mario on Switch. Join Logan, O'Dell, and Chris as they discuss where 2D Mario could go next. Plus, hear about Detective Pikachu 2, the upcoming look at the Super Mario movie, Team Gear's Splatfest victory, and more.

The Boardroom is hyped about the latest N64 lineup for Nintendo Switch Online. Join Logan, O'Dell, and Chris as they wrap up the rest of the September 2022 Nintendo Direct, including Switch Sports, Mario Strikers, and Bayonetta 3. Plus, hope lives on for Advance Wars 1 + 2 Reboot Camp, Nintendo puts another nail in the 3DS and Wii U coffin, and the guys are still loving Splatoon 3.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! Pikmin 4! Fire Emblem Engage! And so much more! Join Logan, O'Dell, and Chris as they react to everything that happened in the Nintendo Direct this week. Plus, the Boardroom is in love with Splatoon 3, and they share thoughts on the single player campaign, Turf War, and Salmon Run.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s latest news drop is exciting for hardcore fans, but is leaving some casual Pokemon fans with questions. Join Logan, O’Dell, and Chris as they discuss what the Pokemon series means to different groups of players. Plus, hear about O’Dell’s adventures at PAX West, our best Zelda spinoff ideas, and more.

It’s September, so of course you’re asking “When is the next Nintendo Direct?” Logan, O’Dell, and Chris are here to share their hopes and dreams for Nintendo’s next event. Plus, Splatoon 3 Splatfest impressions, new sales numbers for Mario 3D All-Stars, and more.

Smash creator Masahiro Sakurai has a new video series, and the Boardroom can’t wait to dive in. Plus, Logan, O’Dell, and Chris discuss what Splatoon 3’s in-game purchases could be, expectations for Sonic Frontiers on Switch, and gameplay impressions for Kirby’s Dream Buffet.

Come take a journey through Hyrule's history this week in the Toadstool Boardroom, as Logan, O'Dell, and Chris reflect on every major 3D Zelda game. From the pioneering time loop mechanics of Majora's Mask, to the underrated second half of Twilight Princess, to Breath of the Wild's industry-shaking release, there's opinions, memories, and more to share about each one of these special games. Plus, the panel takes a brief look ahead at expectations and hopes for Breath of the Wild 2.

Splatoon 3 Direct Watch is already over, as Nintendo dropped tons of  details for its upcoming shooter. Join Logan, Chris, and O’Dell as they  dive into Splatoon 3’s fixed multiplayer, content roadmap, and more.  Plus, impressions of the new Mario Kart 8 DLC wave, Nintendo’s latest  financial results, and more.

A new Pokemon Presents has appeared, and Logan and O’Dell are here to talk about the open world traversal, the new battle mechanic, and what the multiple storyline structure could mean. Then, Chris joins the Boardroom to talk about Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s next wave of DLC, Steve and Alex amiibo, and why we’re dubbing next week the start of Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct Watch.

IGN’s Travis Northup joins the Boardroom this week to talk all about his Xenoblade Chronicles 3 review. Hear how long you can expect the game to take, and if it’s a good jumping on point for newcomers. Plus, Logan’s first impressions of Live A Live, Nintendo’s new foray into animation, Mario Strikers: Battle League’s latest update, and more.