Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo's beloved purple box was revealed at E3 two decades ago, and the NVC crew is here this week to reflect on the reveal, as well as how E3 has changed over the last 20 years. Join host Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and IGN cofounder and NVC alum Matt Casamassina for that discussion, as well as conversations about Nintendo failing to keep up with Switch demand, Capcom breaking sales records, and a whole lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! 20 years since GameCube's introduction 00:41:27 News! 00:52:00 Games out this week 00:54:58 What we're playing 01:06:30 Question Block! 

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Nintendo Revealed the GameCube at E3 20 Years Ago - NVC 560

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo just had its most profitable year ever, which has the NVC crew wondering if the Switch could become the best-selling console of all time. Join guest host Seth Macy and his panel of Ninfriendos for a discussion about the Big N's record-breaking year. Plus, Nintendo just announced a new game, Game Builder Garage, which looks like Super Mario Maker meets Dreams. And, stick around to hear some tidbits of Nintendo news that's coming out of the trial between Epic and Apple. It's a packed week here on NVC!

Nintendo's Record Breaking Year: Could Switch Become the Best Selling Console, Ever? - NVC 559

Welcooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! After two decades, Pokemon Snap is finally getting a sequel with New Pokemon Snap on Nintendo Switch. Join host Casey DeFreitas, reviewer Rebekah Valentine, Pokemaniac Miranda Sanchez, and bow tie-wearing Tom Marks as they discuss the surprise sequel. Plus, hear about Super Mario Party's online multiplayer update, new content in Monster Hunter Rise, and a lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! New Pokemon Snap! 00:26:18 Super Mario Party's surprise update 00:39:45 More news! 00:59:45 What we're playing 01:02:58 Question Block 

New Pokemon Snap Review Discussion - NVC 558

Welcome to NVC! After Takaya Imamura's recent comments on the state of the F-Zero franchise, host Casey DeFreitas is joined by Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Logan Plant to discuss what a potential F-Zero revival could look like. Plus, hear about the recent Great Ace Attorney announcement, some new-fangled technology that lets you print your Nintendo Switch screenshots, and the panel's thoughts on the recently-released Ask Iwata book. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! F-Zero discussion 00:32:25 The Great Ace Attorney heads west 00:39:45 More news! 01:00:00 What we're... reading! 

Why F-Zero Should Make a Return on Nintendo Switch - NVC 557

Welcooooome to NVC! This week, fill-in host Zach Ryan is joined by Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Rebekah Valentine to talk about all things Nintendo. First up, Nintendo announced a new Switch Lite color this week, and the internet can't decide if it's blue or purple. Then, hear about the panel's favorite games from the recent Indie World showcase, including Oxenfree 2, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and more. Stick around to hear about the Ask Iwata book, more New Pokemon Snap details, and another round of Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Is the new Switch blue or purple? 00:09:30 Indie World discussion 00:32:50 Ask Iwata book 00:37:45 New New Pokemon Snap details 00:46:00 What we're playing 00:55:35 Question Block! 

Nintendo Indie World: Our Picks From the Showcase - NVC 556

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Nintendo is back on the books for E3 2021, and Casey DeFreitas, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine are here to discuss what they think the Big N will have at the show. Plus, hear about Pac-Man 99, the best Nintendo controllers of all time, and more.  Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Nintendo goofs from last week 00:12:40 Nintendo at E3 2021 00:37:50 Pac-Man 99 00:46:00 Animal Crossing Build-a-Bears 00:52:07 Favorite Nintendo controllers 00:56:00 What we're playing 01:06:35 Question Block! 

What to Expect From Nintendo’s E3 2021 - NVC 555

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Off the heels of some underwhelming Nintendo Switch releases, Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Zach Ryan, and Rebekah Valentine share some disappointing Nintendo games throughout the years. And, to add some positivity into the mix, the panel also discusses some games that they love! Next, hear about Monster Hunter Rise's monstrous launch, why analysts think digital games will soon dominate over physical releases, and more.  Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Disappointing games, and games we love 00:35:30 Monster Hunter Rise had a huge launch 00:38:55 Digital and physical games discussion 00:49:35 Games out this week 00:51:51 What we're playing 

10 Disappointing Nintendo Games (And 10 That We Love) - NVC 554

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! It's Monster Hunter Rise launch week, and Seth Macy is joined by Casey DeFreitas, Tom Marks, and Logan Plant to discuss the new entry in Capcom's long-running franchise. Plus, hear about even more Super Nintendo Switch rumors, Mario's impending doom, IGN's Super Nintendo World review, and a whole lot more. Finally, the panel wraps up with another edition of Question Block. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Monster Hunter Rise discussion 00:32:00 Mario's March 31 deadline 00:42:00 More Super Nintendo Switch talk 00:51:30 Super Nintendo World! 00:53:35 Out this week 00:57:00 Question Block! 

Nintendo Is Going to Murder Mario, Plus We Talk A Whole Bunch of Monster Hunter Rise - NVC 553

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Super Ninfriendo Seth Macy takes a spin in the host chair this week, alongside Zach Ryan, Rebekah Valentine, and Stella Chung. This week, the panel discusses how Nintendo is expecting a record year ahead in 2021. Plus, how Skyward Sword's motion controls are supposedly better on Switch, important March releases throughout Nintendo's history besides Breath of the Wild, and a whole lot more.

Nintendo Predicts Its Best Year Ever, Skyward Sword's Motion Controls Smoothed Over - NVC 552

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Seth Macy, Tom Marks, and Stella Chung to talk about Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch. Hear about how the game runs on Nintendo's hybrid console, a bonus for Apex players who try the game on Switch, and more. Plus, Mario Day was this week, so the panel breaks down all the deals and everything leaving Switch on March 31. Stick around for news on Monster Hunter Stories 2, a new Ninja Turtles game, and more! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Apex Legends discussion 00:09:46 Mario Day! 00:22:05 More news 00:43:10 Games out this week 00:49:18 What we're playing 01:01:13 Question Block! 

Is Apex Legends Good on Switch? - NVC 551

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Tom Marks to celebrate four years of everyone's favorite console-handheld hybrid, the Nintendo Switch. The panel discusses why Breath of the Wild is still the top Switch game four years later, and the outlook for the rest of the system's lifespan. Plus, yet another Switch Pro rumor is swirling around the internet. Stick around to hear about Pyra and Mythra's presentation, Mario items in Animal Crossing, and a whole lot more. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Happy Birthday, Switch! 00:23:30 The new Switch rumors 00:45:30 More news 00:51:04 Games out this week 00:57:52 What we're playing 01:06:06 Question Block! 

We Could Be Closer to Nintendo's Next Console Than you Think - NVC 550

Welcome to Nintendo Voice Chat! Just a week after the Nintendo Direct, The Pokemon Company announced Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Diamond and Pearl remakes in a presentation of their own. Join Casey DeFreitas, Rebekah Valentine, Miranda Sanchez, Seth Macy, and Mitchell Saltzman as they react to these and the other games shown off in Friday's presentation. Plus, the panel discusses Bravely Default II and Curse of the Dead Gods, which are now available on Nintendo Switch. Finally, hear your listener questions answered on another round of Question Block. Time Codes:  00:00:00 An Announcement!  00:00:30 Pokemon with Miranda Sanchez!  00:25:10 Bravely Default 2 Review Discussion 00:41:00 More News! Monster Hunter Rise, Pyra/Mythra presentation 00:47:00 What we’re playing: Curse of the Dead Gods 00:53:00 What we’re playing: Ghosts ‘n Goblins: Resurrection + more 01:01:00 Question Block!

Legendary Pokemon News and Bravely Default 2 - NVC 549

A wild Nintendo Direct appeared! For the first time in over a year, Nintendo dropped a full-length Nintendo Direct presentation. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano, and Zach Ryan as they react to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 characters joining Smash, the surprise Splatoon 3 announcement, Mario Golf on Switch and more. Plus, after Skyward Sword HD's announcement and no new information on Breath of the Wild's sequel, the panel discusses why Nintendo needs more Zelda in its 2021 master plan. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Nintendo Direct reactions 00:24:34 Zelda discussion 00:45:15 More news 00:48:00 What we're playing 01:04:44 Question Block! 

Nintendo’s February Direct: Will there Be More Zelda News in 2021? - NVC 548

Welcoooome to Nintendo Voice Chat! This week, Casey DeFreitas is joined by Tom Marks, Brendan Graeber, and IGN newcomer Rebekah Valentine to talk about all things Nintendo. This week, hear about IGN's reviews for Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, and Persona 5 Strikers. Then, the panel discusses how difficult it is to get your hands on the latest set of Super Mario 35th Anniversary pins. Plus, McDonald's and Burger King are introducing Nintendo-related toys, Nintendo Switch Online got a curious selection of new games, and there's a new Nintendo concierge service! Hear about all this and more, this week on NVC. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Lots of games! 00:21:00 News 00:47:27 Games out this week 00:51:40 What we're playing 01:04:21 Question Block! 

The New Mario Anniversary Pins Make Us Bowser's Fury(ous) - NVC 547

The Nintendo Switch continues to sell like the greatest thing since sliced bread, passing the beloved Nintendo 3DS. Join Casey DeFreitas, Peer Schneider, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they recap Nintendo's crazy sales numbers from the last quarter. Plus, the panel discusses Nintendo reportedly canceling a Netflix Zelda project, new Monster Hunter Rise details, and what Hideki Kamiya is saying about Bayonetta 3. All that, and more, this week on Nintendo Voice Chat!  Timecodes: 00:00:00 Welcome! Crazy Nintendo Switch numbers 00:11:55 Nintendo's rumored Netflix projects 00:23:00 More news! 00:40:45 Games out this week 00:44:40 What we're playing 00:58:44 Question Block! 

Nintendo Switch Outsells the 3DS - NVC 546

IGN editors discuss all things Nintendo. Now you're playing with power!