Patrick and Mark dive into Phil Spencer’s remarks on Xbox’s plans to support the Switch 2, speculating on what the future could hold. Plus, the challenges indie developers face with follow-ups to breakout hits, Donkey Kong’s charming redesign, and more.

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Patrick's Vampire Survivors: Ode to Castlevania impressions.
Extremely OK Games cancels Earthblade.
A Polygon piece on "Angry Kirby" and those infamous eyebrows.

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With the Switch 2 set to launch later this year, Patrick and Mark take a look back at Nintendo’s past hardware transition years. From the highs of smooth successes to the lows of infamous missteps, they reflect on what Nintendo got right—and where things went horribly wrong.

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With the Switch 2 officially unveiled, Patrick and Mark unpack reports that Nintendo is setting its sights on selling up to 20 million units in the console's first year. Can the Switch 2 match the success of its predecessor—or is that an impossible bar to clear? Plus, Shigeru Miyamoto reflects on his time developing the Wii, a (tiny) update on Hollow Knight: Silksong, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Entering the Switch 2 preview ticket lottery.
Mark's progress in Shovel Knight and Patrick's thoughts on returning to Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows.
Patrick plays Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney for the first time.
The Super Mario Kart soundtrack arrives on Nintendo Music.
Nintendo warns Wii U players of unauthorized online services.
Hideki Kamiya's choice words for Switch 2 leakers.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is revealed! Patrick and Mark convene an emergency meeting of the Nintendo Cartridge Society to discuss the Nintendo Switch 2 First-Look trailer.

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Patrick and Mark celebrate the release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD by ranking their top 10 favorite Nintendo revivals. From long-dormant franchises to unexpected character comebacks, they debate which moments will make the cut and what makes a revival truly unforgettable.

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The internet is running hot with rumors that the Switch 2 will be revealed this week, and Patrick and Mark discuss what they expect when Nintendo finally pulls back the curtain. Plus, Nintendo's original plans for classic games on Switch, an update on Alarmo availability, and more.

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How great Shovel Knight is.
Mario Kart Tour tracks in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Nintendo Music adds the soundtrack to The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.

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It's a post-holiday news round-up! Patrick and Mark catch-up on the recent Switch 2 leaks, and debate if Nintendo has hardware secrets that have yet to be revealed. Plus, a new report sheds light on what Retro Studios was working on for the decade after Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, AGDQ 2025, and more.

The guys also talk about:

What they played over the holidays, including Shovel Knight, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Let's Dance, Super Mario Party Jamboree, and more.
Mark seeing (and hating) the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie.
The Nintendo games currently announced for 2025.
Nintendo Switch outselling the Playstation 2 in the United States.
What happened to Punch-Out!! and the future of the franchise.

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Patrick and Mark reflect on an eventful—and weird—2024 for Nintendo, sharing their top "Wow" moments and biggest "Whiffs." From standout game releases to surprising announcements (and a few letdowns along the way), they break down the year's highlights and low points.

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Patrick and Mark conclude their holiday celebration by wrapping up their Nintendo-themed rewrite of "The 12 Days of Christmas." In this episode, they unveil the gifts for days 7 through 12, completing the festive countdown. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check it out for days 1 through 6!

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Patrick and Mark get into the holiday spirit by reimagining the classic carol "The 12 Days of Christmas"—Nintendo-style! In this festive episode, they reveal the gifts for days 1 through 6. Don’t miss next week’s Part 2, where they’ll complete the list with days 7 through 12.
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Patrick and Mark discuss some Nintendo-adjacent (and non-Nintendo-adjacent) game reveals from last week's The Game Awards. Plus, Pokemon and Aardman team up for...something, Nintendo takes complete ownership of Monolith Soft, and more.

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Tetris (NES) and Tetris DX on Nintendo Switch Online.
The Nintendo Music app adds the soundtrack to The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.
Did an accessory maker include an accurate mockup of a Switch 2 in their promo video?
The (likely) final Tetris 99 Maximus Cup of 2024.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe themes get added to Alarmo.

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