Is Nintendo Fumbling The Switch 2 Rollout? (ft. Jared From Devolver)

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Retailers are facing a rapidly evolving landscape where consumer expectations, AI advancements, and social media platforms like TikTok are redefining engagement. It feels like the holiday shopping season just ended, but when do retailers start planning for the next one, and some retailers already behind the curve for this season? Joining us today is Carey Cockrum, Director of Consulting at Cella by Randstad Digital, where she helps major brands and marketing teams optimize their strategies with data-driven insights, AI-powered content creation, and cutting-edge retail marketing trends. With the holidays just around the corner, she’s here to share what’s next for retail marketing, campaign optimization, and how brands can stay ahead in a hyper-competitive space. ABOUT CAREY COCKRUM Carey has been a part of the Creative Agency space for nearly 30 years. She has served as Designer, Creative Director, Creative Operations Lead and Agency Lead in both internal and external agencies (big and small). Carey has worked directly with C-suite stakeholders to understand organizational strategies that inform effective creative solutions. She is a bit of a data nerd and loves demonstrating results. Brands she’s supported include Fruit of the Loom, Wendy’s and Humana. In her free time, she enjoys going back to her creative roots through painting and drawing. She also spends her time improving upon the house she lives in today in Southern, MI - inside and out. RESOURCES Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

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Is Nintendo Fumbling the Switch 2 Rollout? (ft. Jared from Devolver) - #303

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We're joined by Jared Stults of Devolver Digital this week to talk about the PR rollout for the Nintendo Switch 2. Between fans chanting "drop the price," tariff woes, and Shuhei Yoshida claiming Nintendo's lost the sauce, we break down their announcement strategy and if it will have any effect on console sales. We also cover the Nintendo news and rumors such as the Mario Kart Direct and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:03 News and Rumors 0:33:18 Mario Kart World Direct Reactions 0:43:13 Nintendo Switch 2 PR Strategy 1:26:59 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips

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Is Nintendo Fumbling the Switch 2 Rollout? (ft. Jared from Devolver) - #303

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Water - #304 1:36:53

22 hours ago1:36:53

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Comedian Garrett Buss joins the podcast this week to talk all about water in video games. From level 2-2 in Super Mario Bros. to realistic water physics in Red Dead Redemption 2, we break down how water is a fundamental part of game design. We also cover the Nintendo news and rumors like our experience with the Switch 2 preorder system (it was madness), a new addition to Game Boy Advance NSO, lawsuits against Epic Games and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:19 News and Rumors 0:38:43 Water in Video Games 1:23:36 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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Is Nintendo Fumbling the Switch 2 Rollout? (ft. Jared from Devolver) - #303 1:38:13

8 days ago1:38:13

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AI, Robotics, and Existential Dread: Qualia Dev Interview - #302 1:44:30

15 days ago1:44:30

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This week Sydney (aka allsee) from CMY2K joins to talk about her solo indie game qualia. Covering themes on artificial intelligence, existentialism, and yearning, we break down the writing process and what it's like to ship your first game. We also cover the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Switch 2's ongoing tariff situation, pricing controversies, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:30 News and Rumors 0:36:30 Qualia Developer Interview 1:33:44 Games We're Playing Play qualia on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3351080/qualia/ Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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The Trump Tariffs and the Switch 2: An Economist Explains - #301 1:44:13

22 days ago1:44:13

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This week we are joined by economics professor Dustin Rumbaugh to get to the bottom of the Trump Tariffs and how they will potentially affect Nintendo following the delay of pre-orders in the US for the Nintendo Switch 2. Will we see a delay in release or a bump in the already controversial price? We also cover the gaming and Nintendo news, including a bevy of Switch 2 updates following the Nintendo Treehouse and hands-on events, some missing features from Nintendo's next console, and a Switch devkit that leaked seemingly showing us what Retro had been working on before Metroid Prime 4. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:04 News and Rumors 0:49:43 Talking Trump Tariffs 1:36:42 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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The Super Switch Headz 300th Episode Spectacular... LIVE! - #300 2:55:06

28 days ago2:55:06

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This week the whole gang (INCLUDING MATT!) is back to celebrate 300 episodes of the Super Switch Headz Podcast and break down the TWO recent directs for both the original Nintendo Switch and the Switch 2. Originally streamed as a live show on April 2nd, this special episode finds us breaking down everything we loved about the Switch 2 reveal, the controversial revelations about the pricing, our thoughts on Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Kirby Air Riders, and much much more. We also take questions from the audience and reminisce on 6 years and 300 episodes of the show, along with talking about the future. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:20 Switch 1 Direct Reactions 0:47:13 Switch 2 Direct Reactions 2:16:51 Episode 300 Q&A 2:45:10 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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Switch 2 (and Switch 1!) Nintendo Direct Predictions - #299 1:35:24

5 weeks ago1:35:24

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We’re joined by Jay Rios this week to talk about both the upcoming Switch 2 Nintendo Direct on April 2 AND the Switch 1 Direct happening THIS WEEK. What format will the presentations take? What surprises might Nintendo have in store? Which games will they show off? Of course we cover the rest of the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including the new industry-wide video game union, the Switch 2 logo on Seattle Mariners uniforms, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:36 News and Rumors 0:25:48 Switch 1 Direct Predictions 0:35:23 Switch 2 Direct Predictions 1:20:55 Games We're Playing 1:27:24 Special Announcement Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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Now That's What I Call Video Game Music! Vol. 2 - #298 1:58:53

6 weeks ago1:58:53

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We’re joined by Molly Phoenix (AKA Numbra) this week to bring back our "Now That's What I Call Video Game Music" series, which debuted all the way back in episode 36! We discuss music’s interaction with tone and gameplay, some of our own personal experiences with video game music, and of course share some of our favorite music from games in a special multimedia extravaganza. We also talk about all the gaming and Nintendo news, including Scopley acquiring Niantic, Switch 2 shipment rumors, and more annoying AI in games news. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Now That's What I Call Video Game Music! Vol. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1JZHgf3aJs 0:00:00 Introduction 0:12:07 News and Rumors 0:39:02 VGM Discussion 1:09:04 Now That’s What I Call Video Game Music! Vol. 2 1:47:10 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips Numbra's Music Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Numbra_mnp…

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Objectively Ranking the 2D Metroid Games - #297 1:48:12

7 weeks ago1:48:12

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With Metroid Prime: Beyond just around the corner, this week we’re reviewing the 2D Metroid games and putting them in the official Super Switch Headz ranking from worst to best. Will your favorite come out on top? We also cover the gaming and Nintendo news, including more Switch 2 details from FCC filings, game publisher Acclaim coming back from the dead, new rumors of an Xbox handheld, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:49 News and Rumors 0:42:16 2D Metroid Rankings 1:38:17 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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Switch Headz Ladies Night: What Makes a "Girly Game?" - #296 1:31:22

8 weeks ago1:31:22

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In honor of Women's History Month, Summer ditched the boys and invited a panel of the ladies of Super Switch Headz (Vanessa Fernandez, Emma Brockway, Rachel Kane, and games writer Adanna) to talk about historically girly gamer things like friendship, fashion, and who they'd like to kiss the most in Final Fantasy VII. Additionally, we discuss the gaming space as a woman today, and how women fit in to what has been a predominantly male-dominated industry. We didn’t forget the gaming news, either, like Pokémon Presents showing off Pokémon Legends: Z-A, a game being delisted from NSO, the Switch turning 8 years old, and so much more. And of course the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:05:32 News and Rumors 0:31:51 Just us Gorls 1:20:37 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips Adanna's Website: https://afnarratives.carrd.co/…

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Nintendo's Western Studios (ft. GVG's Brandon Miracle) - #295 1:48:40

9 weeks ago1:48:40

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We’re joined by Brandon Miracle of Good Vibes Gaming this week to talk about Nintendo’s development studios outside of Japan. We review the studios owned by Nintendo, as well as the ones that regularly work for them, in the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. We also cover the gaming and Nintendo news, including the removal of gold points, changes to the voucher system, layoffs at Netflix, Microsoft’s new generative AI project for games, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:46 News and Rumors 0:39:16 Nintendo’s Western Studios 1:36:58 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips…

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Should You Go to a University to Make Video Games? - #294 1:42:53

10 weeks ago1:42:53

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Our guest this week is professor Stephen O’Bent who shares with us all about his experience teaching at Digipen, the game development university. We talk about pursuing an education in game design and what that entails, the general Digipen experience, teaching music courses at a specialized academy, and the reasons one might enroll. We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, including the recent Sony State of Play, the DICE Awards, Switch 2 patents and pricing, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:07 News and Rumors 0:37:45 Digipen 1:26:25 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Tabletop Games Based on Video Games (and Vice Versa!) - #293 1:48:56

11 weeks ago1:48:56

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This week game designer Jeff Fillion joins and we discuss the relationship and interplay between board games and video games. How have tabletop games influenced video games? What are some of the best board games based on video games? We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, including the latest Nintendo financial report, patents verifying mouse mode for Switch 2, Wario Land 4 coming to NSO, the ESA’s newest event (RIP E3), and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:47 News and Rumors 0:47:30 Tabletop Games & Video Games 1:35:22 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Is Xbox Going the Way of SEGA? (ft. Ruleof2Review) - #292 1:45:44

12 weeks ago1:45:44

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We’re joined by Rob from Rule of 2 Review this week to talk about the future of Xbox and Microsoft’s gaming division. Forza Horizon 5 was recently announced to be heading to Sony’s PlayStation which leaves everyone wondering if there will be any Xbox exclusives in the future, and if their hardware plans are changing. Is an entirely third party future in the cards for Microsoft? We of course cover the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including more industry layoffs, research on the benefits of video games, the new online library from the Video Game History Foundation, Sony’s newest approach to their games on PC, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:03 News and Rumors 0:46:07 Future of Xbox & Exclusives 1:31:41 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Rule of 2 Review: https://www.youtube.com/@Ruleof2Review…

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1000xRESIST Developer Interview: Crafting a Narrative for Modern Times - #291 1:53:41

13 weeks ago1:53:41

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We’re joined by Remy Siu from sunset visitor 斜陽過客 to discuss 1000xRESIST. We cover the inspirations, development, the space between story and gameplay, and the amazing word-of-mouth success of the game. We also discuss the gaming and Nintendo news, including an update to the SNES app on NSO, Xbox supporting Switch 2, the Celeste developer canceling their newest game, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:16 News and Rumors 0:32:40 1000xRESIST Developer Interview 1:44:33 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Switch 2 is Finally Revealed.... But is it "Nintendo" Enough? - #290 1:44:54

14 weeks ago1:44:54

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We finally got the official Switch 2 reveal! On the same day Donkey Kong Country Returns HD released. This week we give our thoughts and break down the announcement of the Switch 2, but we also share how we’re feeling about the Donkey Kong Country remaster. And that’s not all because we cover the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including Sony canceling live service games in development, Genshin Impact settling a lawsuit with the FTC on loot boxes, Marvel Snap going down with the TikTok ban, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:16 News and Rumors 0:32:19 Switch 2 Reveal 1:22:49 Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1:34:24 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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How GDQ is Evolving Speedrunning - #289 1:41:39

15 weeks ago1:41:39

1:41:39

We’re joined by Katie Shesko to talk about speedrunning and Games Done Quick! We discuss her experience in learning to speed run Zelda games, attending GDQ, and how the event has evolved and ways it might continue to. We also review all the gaming and Nintendo news, including Switch 2 leaks and rumors, leaked emails showing Nintendo’s thoughts on Virtual Console and NSO, the D.I.C.E. Awards nominees, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:04 News and Rumors 0:34:32 Speed Running 1:29:48 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Does Nintendo Even Care About Star Fox Anymore? - #288 1:32:11

16 weeks ago1:32:11

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Our guest this week is Josh Levin, and our topic is the Star Fox franchise. We discuss what we love about Star Fox, our experiences with the games, and speculate about what Nintendo might do with it in the future. We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, including the abundance of Switch 2 leaks and rumors, rumors about Retro Studios recent projects, an anecdote suggesting the Punch-Out!! series may be dead, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:36 News and Rumors 0:41:59 Star Fox 1:15:20 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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2025 Speculation: The Year of the Switch 2 - SPECIAL #28 1:22:04

17 weeks ago1:22:04

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In this week’s special episode we discuss Nintendo’s 2025. What games do we know are coming this year? What rumored games will turn out to be true? When will the Switch 2 drop? What games will release as exclusives for the Switch 2? How much support will the original Switch continue to get? We go over these questions and more in our comprehensive episode. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Best of 2024: The 6th Annual Golden Headz - #287 1:56:55

18 weeks ago1:56:55

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In this week’s episode we give out our annual awards for our favorite games in various genres and more. Plus we give out the coveted Golden Headz awards for various and unique categories like “NIntendo's Weirdest NSO Move,” and "Biggest AAA Flop." We’ve also got all the Nintendo and gaming news for the week, like the Switch sales in the US surpassing the PS2, Sony investing more in FromSoftware parent Kadokawa,and a new Star Wars Battlefront 3 build that has leaked. Plus we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:54 News and Rumors 0:26:00 Golden Headz 1:47:35 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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The Art and Artistry of Picross ft. Peer Schneider - #286 1:42:32

19 weeks ago1:42:32

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IGN co-founder Peer Schneider joins the podcast this week to gush with David about Picross. We discuss what makes Jupiter’s Picross games so special, how the series has changed over time, and the best entry point for new players. We also cover all the Nintendo and video game news, including the flurry of Switch 2 rumors and leaks, our impressions of The Game Awards, the current state of the industry with recent layoffs as well as unionization efforts, and much, much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:54 News and Rumors 0:35:06 Picross 1:11:42 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete & Nintendo’s New Mobile Strategy - #285 1:28:23

20 weeks ago1:28:23

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We’re joined by Valarie Gold to discuss the release of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete. How does this strategy of closing down the online and releasing a full version of the game for a one-time purchase sit with fans? We also cover all the Nintendo and video game news, including a rumor about Kirby: Planet Robobot coming to Switch, alleged Switch 2 accessories being sold, Nintendo’s stock hitting an all time high, rumors of Valve making a Steam home console, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:54 News and Rumors 0:35:06 Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete 1:11:42 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Which Dormant Nintendo Franchises Will Return on Switch 2? - #284 1:31:29

21 weeks ago1:31:29

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This week comedian Garrett Buss guests and we rank the likelihood of new entries in several Nintendo franchises that haven’t appeared on the Switch in an official tier list. Which dormant Nintendo IP are primed for a return? We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, including a new Metroid Prime book, an alleged Switch 2 Joy-Con leak, the eShop closing in China, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:28 News and Rumors 0:34:18 Nintendo Franchises Likelihood to Return 1:17:01 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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WTF is Going On With Donkey Kong? - #283 1:30:23

22 weeks ago1:30:23

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We’re joined by Vanessa Fernandez this week to talk about the slew of Donkey Kong related moves Nintendo has been making, if that points to a new Donkey Kong Country game, and what we think and hope that might look like. We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news too, including Sony working on a handheld, the Pokémon Go AI controversy, new trailers for A Minecraft Movie and Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:42 News and Rumors 0:37:58 Donkey Kong 1:17:08 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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A Nintendo Fan’s Travel Guide to Japan - #282 2:19:24

23 weeks ago2:19:24

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Are you a gamer interested in traveling to Japan? This week, David shares all his travel tips and stories about retro game shopping, the Nintendo Museum, Super Nintendo World, arcade hopping, and even meeting the developers of Picross. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news, including The Game Awards nominee controversies, Sony purchasing FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa, the Super Nintendo World Direct showing off the Donkey Kong area of the theme park, and more! As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:50 News and Rumors 0:40:08 David’s Japan Trip 2:07:06 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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How Does Mario & Luigi: Brothership Stack Up? - #281 1:46:17

24 weeks ago1:46:17

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We give our thoughts this week on the newest Nintendo game, Mario & Luigi: Brothership. Does this new entry live up to the series' legacy? We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, including Switch 2’s backward compatibility, Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition coming, the Nintendo Music app, Palworld lawsuit details, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:16:36 News and Rumors 1:00:30 Mario & Luigi: Brothership 1:31:30 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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The Ecstasy and Order of Tetris (ft. Jon Cartwright) - SPECIAL #27 57:21

25 weeks ago57:21

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This week on a very special episode of the podcast Jon Cartwright (aka JonComms) from Good Vibes Gaming joins to discuss the impact, history, and elegance of Tetris. With the imminent release of the classic collection Tetris Forever, we discuss the franchise as a whole... including some of our favorite versions on the switch, recent records being broken, and the ways that Tetris can affect us spiritually and psychologically. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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UFO 50 is a Once in a Lifetime Masterpiece - SPECIAL #26 1:39:26

26 weeks ago1:39:26

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In this week’s special episode Brian Bonnet and Dylan Muss join David to discuss the epic indie game UFO 50. Billed as a collection of 50 games from a fictional 80s video game company called UFO Soft, what the game turned out to be is an overwhelmingly quality compilation of retro styled games that feel modern and fresh, with a dark meta narrative surrounding it to boot. We gush on the game for nearly 100 minutes and give all the reasons you should check out this masterwork of indie gaming. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Super Mario Party Jamboree is the Best in the Series - #280 1:29:20

27 weeks ago1:29:20

1:29:20

The latest Mario Party game has dropped on the Switch and we have thoughts. Is this the definitive Mario Party game for the system? We also cover all the other gaming and Nintendo news, too, including leaked info about the NSO Playtest Program, Banjo Tooie coming to the Expansion Pack, the opening date for Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:45 News and Rumors 0:42:26 Super Mario Party Jamboree 1:18:58 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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What the Game Freak "Teraleak" Means for Pokémon - #279 1:31:02

28 weeks ago1:31:02

1:31:02

A ton of Pokémon information and data was hacked and leaked in what’s being dubbed the "Teraleak." Vincent Goodwin joins to discuss exactly what happened, some of the information and assets that are public now, and the ethics of following these sorts of leaks. We also cover all the other gaming and Nintendo news, too, including the Alarmo announcement, the upcoming NSO Playtest Program, Super Mario Party Jamboree’s release, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:10:51 News and Rumors 0:43:24 The Game Freak Teraleak 1:16:51 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Predicting Switch 2's Nintendo Switch Online - #278 1:39:38

29 weeks ago1:39:38

1:39:38

With a new console seemingly on the horizon, we’re joined by Stephen Swirsky to discuss what Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) might look like on the next Nintendo system. What features should change? What kind of updates and new offerings do we want? We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including another Switch emulator being shut down, Ubisoft’s uncertain future, lots of F-Zero content added to NSO, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:08 News and Rumors 0:32:11 The Future of NSO 1:24:57 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Echoes of Wisdom is the Game Zelda Deserves - #277 1:33:33

30 weeks ago1:33:33

1:33:33

We give our thoughts this week on the latest Nintendo release, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, with guest Emma Brockway. Is the game a worthy release for Zelda's first official time in the spotlight? We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including new Nintendo Museum images and information, Miyamoto being interviewed by the New York Times, the Sony State of Play, new laws in California regarding digital sales, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:54 News and Rumors 0:36:48 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom 1:23:18 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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The New Golden Age of 3D Platformers - #276 1:43:44

31 weeks ago1:43:44

1:43:44

We’re joined by Miles Luna to talk about the current renaissance of 3D platformers in both AAA games and the Indie space. With the release of Astro Bot on PlayStation, along with the many indies pushing the genre forward, 3D platformers seem to be having a moment. We also go over the gaming and Nintendo news, including the latest Switch 2 manufacturing photo leak, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company suing Palworld’s developer, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:31 News and Rumors 0:40:43 3D Platformers 1:22:49 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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The End of Splatoon 3 & The Power of Community - #275 1:42:59

32 weeks ago1:42:59

1:42:59

Alex Von Kurkendall (AVK) guests this week and we talk about the Grand Festival closing out regular updates for Splatoon 3. We do a retrospective on the game and the impact it has had, and remember our friend and community member Ivy. We also cover the gaming news, including the PS5 Pro reveal, more layoffs, walkouts and turmoil in the industry, an alleged leak with the Switch successor’s name, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:49 News and Rumors 0:34:36 Splatoon 3 1:21:28 Remembering Ivy 1:32:59 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Garbanzo Quest Developer SPILLS THE BEANS!! - #274 1:18:45

33 weeks ago1:18:45

1:18:45

We’re joined by game developer Zachary Gardner to discuss the release of Garbanzo Quest! What was it like making this interesting mix of platforming and bullet heck style gameplay, which also acts as a love letter to Super Mario World? We also cover recent Nintendo and gaming news, including previews for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Mario Party Jamboree, A Minecraft Movie’s teaser trailer, PlayStation taking down Concord and releasing Astro Bot, and much more. As always we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:56 News and Rumors 0:35:05 Garbanzo Quest 1:08:58 Games We're Playing Get Garbanzo Quest for PC: www.garbanzoquest.com Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/…

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Emio – The Smiling Man Has Us Grinning - #273 1:27:06

34 weeks ago1:27:06

1:27:06

This week, we investigate the newest Nintendo release, Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club, with guest Michael Domangue. Are Nintendo fans ready for a M rated visual novel? We give you our impressions! We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including PAX West, the newest The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer, Pauline being added to Mario Party Jamboree, Metal Gear Solid 4 being teased for the newest collection, and more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:10:07 News and Rumors 0:32:39 Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club 1:11:50 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Indie World / Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Reactions (Discussion) - #272 1:36:02

35 weeks ago1:36:02

1:36:02

Nintendo gave fans a double feature preview of upcoming games this week with the combined Indie World and Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase presentation. We’re here to guide you through the highlights of the announcements and trailers. We also cover all the rest of the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including Gamescom, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp shutting down, the release of fan mod Super Mario Eclipse, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:02 News and Rumors 0:25:36 Indie World Reaction 0:51:50 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Reaction 1:26:32 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Making a Gameboy Color Game in 2024: Zephyr's Pass Interview - #271 1:28:39

36 weeks ago1:28:39

1:28:39

We’re joined by developer Aaron Gadol to talk about his game Zephyr’s Pass, which is releasing this month physically for the Game Boy Color. What are some of the limitations of developing for old hardware and what are some of the anxieties around printing to a physical cartridge? We also cover the gaming and Nintendo news, including the Nintendo Museum Direct, a new trailer and release date for Pokémon TCG Pocket, Fortnite returning to mobile, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:50 News and Rumors 0:33:33 Zephyr’s Pass and GBC Development 1:16:04 Games We're Playing Buy Zephyr's Pass: https://zephyrspass.com/ Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Can the Switch EVER Beat the PS2? - #270 1:25:53

37 weeks ago1:25:53

1:25:53

This week we’re catching up with the news. Nintendo held a quarterly financial meeting and gave their latest Switch sales. Will the Switch be able to outsell the PlayStation 2? In addition, the news roundup includes a new trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, more industry layoffs and closures, the country of Turkey banning Roblox, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:06 News and Rumors Beginning 0:10:21 Industry Layoffs and Closures 0:29:08 The Legend of Zelda News 0:41:58 Turkey Bans Roblox 0:45:11 Video Game Adaptation News 0:51:25 Nintendo Sales and Financial News 1:03:19 Super Switch Rumors 1:07:18 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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King Dedede v. King K. Rool - SPECIAL #25 34:51

38 weeks ago34:51

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In this special episode, we return to our debate format with Summer and David taking sides and duking it out over whether King K. Rool from the Donkey Kong Country series or King Dedede from the Kirby franchise is the superior video game monarch. Who will win, and who will perish? Give it a listen and help us decide. Check out the video version on YouTube for an extra exclusive ending segment. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Nintendo Controllers Through Time - #269 1:38:41

39 weeks ago1:38:41

1:38:41

Brian Bonnet guests and we talk about the evolution of Nintendo’s controllers and our favorite controller designs. We also cover the gaming news, including the layoff of the Humble Games staff, the World of Warcraft union at Blizzard, video games at the Olympics, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:12 News and Rumors 0:34:34 Controllers 1:24:36 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Nintendo World Championships Whiffs the S Rank - #268 1:33:37

40 weeks ago1:33:37

1:33:37

This week, we chat about Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition with guest Nick Napolitano. The game has a great concept, especially for speedunners, but does it stick the landing? Additionally, Nick shows off his Deluxe Set physical edition! We also cover all the gaming and Nintendo news, too, including Bethesda unionizing, tons of Splatoon announcements, and EVO happening. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:14 News and Rumors 0:30:02 Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition 1:18:25 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Ranking Every Donkey Kong Country Game - #267 1:43:01

41 weeks ago1:43:01

1:43:01

This week we’re ranking every Donkey Kong Country game. Out of the franchise's long, storied history, which one will take top banana? Listen as we give the Switch Headz official ranking. We also cover the week’s gaming and Nintendo news, including the new M-rated Emio Nintendo game, Nintendo’s summer magazine, Nintendo’s lack of crediting translators, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:10:00 News and Rumors 0:35:40 Donkey Kong Country Rankings 1:31:24 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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How Games Get Age Ratings ft. Jared from Devolver - #266 1:26:39

42 weeks ago1:26:39

1:26:39

We’re joined by Jared Stults from Devolver Digital to talk about age ratings and the process of working with the ESRB, PEGI, CERO and the various different international ratings boards. We also cover the week’s gaming and Nintendo news, like updates to F-Zero 99 and Switch Sports, the Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope game trial, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:47 News and Rumors 0:29:10 Age Ratings 1:14:45 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/…

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Nintendo's Strained Relationship with its Biggest Fans ft. CelloKat & Katie Shesko - #265 1:36:43

43 weeks ago1:36:43

1:36:43

We’re joined by video game music artists CelloKat and Katie Shesko to discuss Nintendo’s often combative relationship with content creators. Nintendo has been shutting down fan games, emulation sites, YouTube channels, and sheet music distributors, often through use of DMCA, or the Digital Millenium Copyright Act. Why is Nintendo so aggressive and protective of its IP? We also go over the gaming and Nintendo news, including Nintendo’s shareholder meeting, SEGA’s announcements about the new Crazy Taxi game, SGDQ, Xbox app coming to Amazon Fire TV, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:51 News and Rumors 0:33:36 Nintendo’s Aggressive IP Protection and Fan Works 1:23:22 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: http://www.switchheadz.com/ CelloKat: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf6V_RHxSWYdoE9mDi1ogJQ Katie Shesko: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0MJlCNqC8lteSsd6YptFCA…

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How the Last Year of the Switch Stacks Up - #264 1:29:51

44 weeks ago1:29:51