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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is here, and Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Hannah Pfarr to share their first impressions of the experience on Switch 2. Plus, all of the news from the week, including Nintendo declaring November 1 Pikmin Day, the latest Switch 2 and first-party software sales numbers, The Duskbloods officially delayed to 2027, and more.

They also talk about:

Patrick's final impressions of Orbitals.
Hannah's experience with the Evercade line.
A firmware update for the Switch and Switch 2 to prepare for eShop gifting...with a disappointing caveat.
Super Mario Party Jamboree on Switch 2 adds support for GameShare using GameChat.
Datamine of the Ocarina of Time remake teases the Master Quest might be on the way.
Like Xbox, Playstation prompts lapsed users to trade in their consoles ahead of GTAVI.

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With The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time back on Switch 2, Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Matt Acevedo to definitively rank every town in Hyrule. From Kakariko Village to Goron City, the guys weigh vibes, layout, thematic importance, and more before crowning a winner.

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One thousand episodes! Patrick and Mark celebrate the milestone by turning the show over to you, answering listener questions sent in by email. What does the future of Nintendo look like from here? How did the guys end up making a podcast together for a thousand episodes? What video game goals remain unconquered? Plus, so much more! Thank you to everyone for listening!

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Luigi's Mansion has already haunted the GameCube, the 3DS, and the Switch. This week, Patrick and Mark pitch Luigi's Mansion games for the consoles the series has never touched, going all the way back to the NES and forward to the Switch 2. The guys design a game for every era, trends and hardware gimmicks included.

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Patrick and Mark storm the beaches of Wuhu Island and share their first impressions of both Nintendo Switch Sports Resort and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2. Plus, EA shuts down BioWare after 31 years and cancels the next Mass Effect, the Switch 2 is jailbroken for the first time, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Their continuing adventures in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
A lingering mystery about the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 special edition is solved.
A permanent Pokemon store is announced for London, the first outside Asia.
Shigeru Miyamoto to become the first game developer to receive Japan's Order of Culture award.

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To celebrate the release of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort on Switch 2, Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Conner McCabe to definitively rank all of the sports in the Wii Sports series across four games, from Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort to Nintendo Switch Sports and today's new entry. Where does Thumb Wrestling land on debut, does Bowling deserve its dynasty status, and is Boxing better off having skipped Resort entirely?

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More Perfect Bird Time! Nintendo announces an Expansion Pass for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and Patrick and Mark consider how a three-wave rollout fits into Nintendo's strategy for post-launch content, and what it could add to the Fortune's Weave experience. Plus, previews for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake reveal the "Hall of Fallen Foes," 007 First Light gets a new release date, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Getting into the paralogues in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
Patrick's impressions of Mario Tennis Fever.
Monster Rancher Advance, Metal Slug Advance, and Kururin Paradise join the Game Boy Advance library on Nintendo Switch Online.
Comments from Nintendo about the chance for Zelda 40th Anniversary special edition restocks.
A free Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2.
The Wolf Among Us Remastered is delayed indefinitely on Switch.
Xbox emailing lapsed players encouraging them to trade in their console.

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With Wuhu Island back in the spotlight for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Patrick and Mark set out to define the Seven Wonders of the Nintendo World. From giant statues to banana hoards and beyond, the guys debate which awe-inspiring Nintendo landmarks make their final seven.

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With news that Best Buy will be hosting midnight release parties for the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Patrick and Mark try to figure out the level of hype for the game outside of enthusiast circles. Plus, why online Resident Evil is something Capcom keeps trying to crack, EB Games in Toronto gets dedicated Nintendo space, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Working their way through Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
An update from Nintendo on those sweet, sweet DK Challenge cards.
The latest Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial.

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Ten years of the podcast! To celebrate, Patrick and Mark look back at Nintendo's 2016, the strange, transitional year before the Switch. Where was Nintendo as a company when the Wii U was winding down and the NX was still a rumor? From Star Fox Zero and Paper Mario: Color Splash to Pokemon Sun and Moon, Nintendo's early mobile efforts, and the reveal of the Nintendo Switch in October, the guys revisit the year's big releases and ask: how does the reality match up with their memories?

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With Nintendo renewing the trademarks for Metroid Prime: Federation Force and Blast Ball (among others), Patrick and Mark discuss when we might see a Metroid spin-off again, or if the realities of modern game development mean that era has passed. Plus, the guys recount trying to buy their Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert tickets, a Halloween-themed Pokemon Pokopia event, and more.

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Their continuing adventures in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
A surprise gift for players who completed the DK Challenges on Nintendo Switch Online.
Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush events going into reruns.
Why aren't more Pokemon games available on Switch?
Capcom's tech presentation about the RE Engine sparks discussion about game development in the age of AI.

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Patrick and Mark take on the challenge making the rounds: the 9 games that shaped who they are. Childhood favorites, life-changers, and the surprising picks that made them who they are today.

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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is here and Patrick and Mark share their first impressions of the new Switch 2 exclusive. Plus, code for a mysterious "Event Gifts" system shows up in the Nintendo Switch Online app, Castlevania celebrates its 40th anniversary with (stop me if you've heard this one before) a concert series, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick's ongoing journey with Orbitals.
Splatoon 3's spike in popularity in 2026.
Reports that Ubisoft and Nintendo were once collaborating on a Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf.

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Patrick and Mark rank the art styles of every mainline Zelda game, from the 8-bit pixel art of the original Legend of Zelda to the embellished details of the new Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, and everything in between. Which visual style suits Hyrule best?

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Special guest-host Conner McCabe (Call Me By Your Game, Super NPC Games Club) stops by to discuss Pokemon rumors, the end of an award they didn't even know was being given out, and insights from developers of Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Splatoon Raiders. Plus, will 007: First Light ever come out on Switch 2? Yes, but always later than you think it will.

The guys also talk about:
The hidden depth of Yoshi's Woolly World
Conner finally wrapping his head around The World Ends With You
Big Walk continuing to reveal new pleasures to Patrick and his buddies
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave slow start, strange presentation, and undeniable gameplay
Previous winners of Masahiro Sakurai's Game Designer Awards
Metroid Dread being at the top of the eShop charts 6 years after its original release

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To celebrate the release of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Patrick and Mark settle the great debate: which Fire Emblem game has the best title? Judged on the words alone, no context allowed. From Blazing Blade to Three Houses to Engage, the guys weigh them all and crown a champion.

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Still in a post-Direct stupor, Patrick and Mark round up all of the week's Nintendo news, including variable refresh rate (VRR) coming to the Switch 2 when docked, Nintendo of America's "Customer Appreciation" sale, the GameCube's 25th anniversary, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Trying Star Fox Adventures for the first time.
Patrick plays the Final Fantasy Resonance Demo.
Monster Hunter Wilds and Capcom's pricing strategy with its Switch 2 ports.
The rest of the latest Switch 2 system update, including music coming to the Mii Maker.
A Capcom pop-up store landing in Los Angeles.
A little sidebar into Sony's decision to drop Hideo Kojima's Physint.

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Patrick and Mark react to all the announcements from today's Nintendo Direct, from the official reveal of Metroid Ravenous to Kirby going full open-world in Kirby and the World Beyond. Plus, Capcom continues to show up big with Monster Hunter Wilds, Mega Man, and Resident Evil. Atlus shows up big with Persona and Persona. And any reports of Amiibo's death are greatly exaggerated.

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Lordy lordy, look who's 40! Nintendo threw Hyrule a birthday party, and Patrick and Mark react to everything from the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: a deep look at the reborn Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, a worldwide concert series, the Zelda movie's title, and more.

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The predictions? Mild and Wild. The stakes? A trademark NCS Million Dollar Bet. The subject: a September 2026 Nintendo Direct. What do Patrick and Mark expect to see at Nintendo's next Switch 2 presentation? Sure, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed a Direct for September, but they wouldn't leave the guys hanging like that... would they?

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Patrick is joined by Jeremy Schmidt (Video Games A Comedy Show) to trace how a leak about Just Dance led to Ubisoft possibly leak the date of the next Nintendo Direct. OR DID IT? Plus, Jeremy can't stop playing Xenoblade and Patrick can't stop playing Splatoon.

The guys also talk about:

Final Fantasy VII Revelation being overexposed in games showcases.
Capcom has another banger on their hands with Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
When will Zelda ever feel like the old Zelda again?
A Sonic Mania sequel not being in the works (even though it should be).
New Switch 2 bundles offering deceptive savings.
A late-in-life update for Pikmin 3 Deluxe on Switch 2.
Is Mega Man: Dual Override new enough to stand out or is it retreading old territory?

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Splatoon Month reaches its epic conclusion with a Mega Ranking! Patrick and Mark rank five different aspects of the Splatoon series: from best weapon types to favorite Idols, the top story modes across every game, and more.

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Patrick and Mark spent the week in a pressure cooker labeled The Duskbloods and the DK Challenges, with a ticking clock on opportunities to do both. What did the guys think of FromSoftware's Switch 2 exclusive, and were they able to make progress in the Donkey Kong challenge before time runs out? Plus, the Nintendo Switch 2 price increase hits next week, Terranigma, the legendary SNES RPG that never made it to North America, is finally getting a release, and more.

The guys also talk about:

A listener comment on their ranking of enemy armies (inspired by the Salmonids).
Patrick dives back into Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved.
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta kicks of this Friday.
Should Mark buy Elden Ring or wait for The Duskbloods? Or both?

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Splatoon Month is in full swing! Patrick and Mark take themselves to the school of (punk) rock as they educate themselves on the bands of the Splatoon series. The format is simple: pull a random band from the series, try to figure out who they are and what music they play based only on the name, then find out how wrong they are.

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If the leaks are to be believed, Nintendo is preparing to test Patrick and Mark's wills by releasing a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 and Pro Controller 2 later this year. Surely they don't need new Switch 2's already...and yet... Plus, Nintendo of America offers a new incentive for completing the DK Challenge, the end of the road for Pokemon Bank, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Super Mario Sunshine hitting Nintendo Classics.
Patrick's continued adventures in Big Walk.
A new DLC pack for Marvel Cosmic Invasion.
An easter egg in Splatoon 3 for players who've completed Splatoon Raiders.
Kingdom Hearts IV news out of D23.

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Splatoon Month continues! Inspired by the Salmonid hordes of Splatoon Raiders, Patrick and Mark marshal their forces to rank Nintendo's greatest enemy armies, from the Koopa Troop to the Kremling Krew and beyond. Which army marches to victory, and which one falls on the battlefield?

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Stop, or that nun will shoot! Last week's Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct was packed with surprises, but are Patrick and Mark excited about the game after all the details were unveiled? Plus, Patrick goes exploring in Big Walk, new Zelda movie casting rumors, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick's hands-on with D-Hopper, Zero Racers, and V-Tetris on Virtual Boy.
Mark wraps up Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Being SELECTED for The Duskbloods Network Test.
The lastest Switch 2 sales numbers and other updates from Nintendo's financial report.
A Final Fantasy VII Revelation "new look" happening at Gamescom.

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Patrick and Mark kick off Splatoon Month with a deep dive into Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo's first single-player Splatoon spin-off for Switch 2. From the looter-shooter gameplay on the Spirhalite Islands to Deep Cut's expanded role, the guys break down all of the Salmonid-slaying combat and debate what a sequel should fix.

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Capcom wants to release a new Resident Evil game every year, but what happens when they run out of games to remake? With Resident Evil Veronica already announced for 2027 and only a handful of others left in the remake pipeline, Patrick and Mark wonder where the series goes long-term. Plus: the Virtual Boy library on Nintendo Switch Online gets its final update, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 lands its ESRB rating, and more.

The guys also talk about:

The Leon amiibo is not a man with a gun, but a man with a hatchet.
Super Mario Sunshine joins GameCube Nintendo Classics next week.
Orbitals announces support for a “Global Friend’s Pass app.”
Thimbleweed Park 2 is announced.
A Splatoon Raiders-themed Tetris 99 Maximus Cup kicks off on Friday.

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With Nintendo remaking Star Fox 64 and Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, Patrick and Mark look back at every game Nintendo published on the 3DS to ask: does it deserve a remake on Switch 2?

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Patrick and Mark share their first impressions of Splatoon Raiders, ahead of a full month of Splatoon-themed episodes kicking off next week! Plus, they delve into Miyamoto’s recent remarks on game remakes, sparking discussions about Nintendo’s current release strategy, wonder if Nintendo will celebrate Zelda's 40th anniversary, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Details on the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Final Fantasy XIV Online's release date on Switch 2.
Some new insights on Nintendo support studios
A new Tetris 99 event with an opportunity to snag themes at a discount.

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With The Odyssey in theaters, Patrick and Mark go searching for Nintendo's own epics: games built on heroic quests, divine intervention, and the occasional 1-Up Mushroom along the way.

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Patrick and Mark log into the world wide web to prepare for the upcoming network tests of two major Switch 2 games: The Duskbloods and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. Plus, a new update for Mario Tennis Fever and Nintendo's evolving strategy for game updates, Hasbro and Nintendo team up for toys based on the Zelda series, and more.

The guys also talk about:

The joys of Game Share.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has a confirmed release date on Switch.
Level-5 teasing a thoughtful ending for Professor Layton and the New World of Steam.
Hallmark reveals their 2026 Nintendo-themed holiday ornaments.

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Patrick and Mark cross the finish line on their definitive ranking of every Mario Kart World alternate racer costume, zippering last week's tier decisions together into one giant 103-costume ranking.

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Reports of Nintendo exploring a Switch 2 OLED revision have Patrick and Mark asking if the time is right for a major upgrade. Plus, Nintendo announces plans to discontinue the Switch 1 in Europe, Mario Kart Tour shuts down in September, and more.

The guys also talk about:

That moment in a game when you figure out the limitations of its gameplay loops.
A Kingdom Hearts panel announced for next month's D23.
GameStop's fire sale on the Switch 2 camera.
A new demo for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.
Details on Nintendo's presence at San Diego Comic Con.
An update to The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales adds a much requested feature.

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Start your engines! Patrick and Mark embark on a journey to definitively rank all of the Mario Kart World alternate racer costumes. The first step? Sorting them into tiers. Can the likes of Wampire Waluigi and Aristocrat King Boo withstand the test of sartorial scrutiny?

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A new game rating from Brazil may have accidentally revealed the next Metroid title: Metroid Ravenous. Patrick and Mark discuss what the title suggests about the game and speculate about its potential release date. Plus, Mark's first impressions of Rhythm Heaven Groove, details from the Splatoon Raiders Direct, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick’s progress in Xenoblade Chronicles on Switch 2 and his evolving feelings about the game.
A new update for Mario Kart World introduces two new routes to Knockout Tour, along with other changes.
PlayStation announces the discontinuation of physical games in 2028.
Chef Kawasaki & Hop Star amiibo gets a release date and a price.

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To celebrate the release of Rhythm Heaven Groove on Switch, Patrick and Mark look back on the history of Nintendo rhythm games, from Donkey Konga to Wii Music. Then, they talk about some notable rhythm mechanics in otherwise non-rhythm games.

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Will Patrick and Mark be forced to rename the Slippy B. DeFrog Award for Achievement in Obnoxious Characters? The new, great Star Fox game has the guys reconsidering their position. Plus, Patrick revisits Donkey Kong 64 to see if his thoughts on the game have changed after all these years, an update on Nintendo's new headquarters, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick attempts to get into Xenoblade Chronicles once again.
A crisis of faith looms with the release of the newest Kirby Air Riders amiibo.
Takashi Tezuka not fully retiring from Nintendo after all.
An (almost) record setting sales start for the Switch 2 in America.
New DLC for Monster Hunter Stories 3.
A Star Fox-themed Tetris 99 Maximus Cup takes off in July.

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Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Drew Mackie to explore the amusing, unexpected, and outright strange elements of Mario's history and lore, as detailed in Drew's "Mario 101" chronicle. The guys discuss the unique, cross-continent environment in which Mario and the Mushroom Kingdom were formed, how different regions understand the Mario universe in different ways, favorite surprising facts, and lots more.

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Yes, it's still a Nintendo podcast, but this week Patrick and Mark take some time to talk about the Steam Machine and what its over-$1k starting price tells us about the state of the video games industry. Plus, Patrick reaches Mina the Hollower's endgame, the Nintendo Museum expands with a new restaurant, and more.

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Nintendo goes into turbo mode with Nintendo Music updates.
A new eShop experience on the original Switch.
Why Final Fantasy VII's final chapter is called "Revelation."
Europe gets in on the Pokopia bundle party.
A Diablo 4 Switch 2 port seems imminent, but can it survive Microsoft's changing strategies?

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Patrick and Mark revisit the first year of the Switch 2. From pre-orders and launch day through first-party games like Donkey Kong Bananza and Pokopia, game pricing controversies, Switch 2 Editions, and more, they cover it all and talk about where Nintendo stands heading into year two.

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You know it's been a crazy couple of weeks for gaming news when Patrick and Mark are just now getting to react to major announcements like Resident Evil: Veronica and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Plus, Patrick's thoughts on Mina the Hollower, divining as much as possible from some Ocarina of Time remake website metadata, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick getting some quality time with friends in with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
Mark's deciding to pass on the side missions in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (unless?).
The major Switch and Switch 2 announcements from Summer Game Fest, including two new Cuphead games.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition gets a release date.
The creators of The Adventures of Elliot - The Millenium Tales reflect on some "surprising" feedback .
Confirmation that Nintendo plans a new Switch 2 model with a replacable battery for the EU.
A new Donkey Kong Bananaza theme for Alarmo.

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Nintendo confirmed an Ocarina of Time remake, but the June 2026 Direct had a lot more to share. Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Conner McCabe (Call Me By Your Game) to break down every announcement, share their honest reactions, and fill in details that emerged after the show.

Including:

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time "reborn"
Rhythm Heaven Groove
Star Fox
Splatoon Raiders
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
Pokemon Pokopia DLC
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2, and 3 Switch 2 Editions
Xenoblade Genesis
The Duskbloods
Switch 2-exclusive NSO Donkey Kong challenges
Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
Kingdom Hearts IV
Final Fantasy Resonance

And much more!

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Part 2 of the ABCs of Capcom on Nintendo. Patrick and Mark pick up at N and work through to Z, covering obscure Nintendo releases, surprising Capcom history, and a few picks that go a lot deeper than you'd expect.

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It's a big week for third-party news and it starts with Dragon Quest XII's re-reveal 5 years after its initial announcement. Patrick and Mark discuss what they think caused Square-Enix to pivot away from their original vision for the game and what it means for the future of the franchise. Plus, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 announced for Switch 2, the guys check out Pictonico!, and more.

The guys also talk about:
Mark's thoughts on finishing Pragmata and early impressions of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Switch 2.
Patrick's first impressions of Mina the Hollower.
A Nintendo Music update brings new features and Mario Kart World tracks.
Donkey Kong 64 making its way to Nintendo Switch Online later this week.
Other updates from the Dragon Quest anniversary stream, including Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World and confirmation of a Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI.
Steam Deck gets a hefty price increase.
A demo and discount for Resident Evil Requiem.
Looking at the week ahead as Summer Game Fest kicks off.

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Patrick and Mark celebrate one of Nintendo's most storied third-party relationships with Part 1 of the ABCs of Capcom.

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(Audio Fixed.) Ahoy, ahoy! After rolling credits on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Patrick shares his full impressions. Plus, Mark weighs in on Pragmata on Switch 2, wondering how many Switch 2's Nintendo really plans to sell this year, and more.

The guys also talk about:

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream projected to be the best-selling game in April in the US.
Might Genshin Impact finally come to a Nintendo console? A new game update points to "maybe."
A day-one patch required for some Star Fox (2026) online features.
LEGO teases a new Donkey Kong set.
An update for Alarmo brings new features.
A new Tetris 99 Maximus Cup this weekend celebrates Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.

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To celebrate the release of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Patrick and Mark put their Yoshi knowledge to the test. The format is simple: pull a random enemy from the series, try to figure out what it is based only on the name, then find out how wrong they are.

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Nintendo surprises everyone with the announcement of Pictonico!, a new free-to-start mobile game from Intelligent Systems that turns your photos into minigames. Patrick and Mark dare to ask the question on everyone's minds: including photos of their butts? Plus, a new Switch 2 choose-your-game bundle in North America, the Zelda movie's release date moves up (slightly), and more.

The guys also talk about:

Patrick returning to Donkey Kong Country 2 & 3 and the weirdness of DKC 2.
Mark's continued adventures in Super Mario Bros. Wonder multiplayer.
Has Nintendo moved to Thursday updates for the Nintendo Music app?
The surprise drop of 5 additional Virtual Boy games on NSO.
Reports of Nintendo entering the Indian market next year.
Nintendo confirms their attendance at Gamescom.
LEGO Nintendo sets reaching end-of-life.
A new demo for Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic, previously a VR title, announced for consoles and PC.

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