Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Vookcast - Australia's Nintendo Podcast
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| Vookcast #282: Direct 2 You | 08 avr. 2025 | 02:04:51 | |
In this massive episode of the Vookcast, Ollie, Michael, Angelo, and Luke discuss the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo revealed the Switch 2's price, a host of new games, some surprising features, and finally told us what the C button does. There's no Nintendo 20 Questions this week, though, because this episode is already over 2 hours long, and there were far bigger fish to fry. Tune into the next episode for its return! Relevant stories: Socials
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| Vookcast #281: One More Thing | 30 mars 2025 | 01:56:42 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie, Michael, Angelo, and Luke discuss the surprise Nintendo Direct in depth — likely the last Switch-only Direct ever. They go over the new Metroid Prime 4 footage, a couple of new Sony-owned games, a brand-new Rhythm Heaven game, a new app, and major changes to digital files... and that's before they get sidetracked. They also reveal their final predictions for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct just days before it airs. It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Relevant stories:
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| Vookcast #280: Pokémon Party | 15 mars 2025 | 01:49:09 | |
They also discuss the new Tony Hawk game, a lovely Aussie game, a strange new collaboration, and more. It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Relevant stories: Socials
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| Vookcast #279: Happy 20th Birthday Nintendo DS | 24 févr. 2025 | 01:59:44 | |
In this very special episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, Luke, and special returning guest Ben as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of the Nintendo DS. They also discuss the latest the upcoming Pokémon Presents, a few new retro-style games, and the start of the slow death of the Switch. It's all finished up with a very thematically appropriate round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Relevant stories:
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| Vookcast #278: The Switch 2 Countdown begins | 13 févr. 2025 | 01:53:08 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as start the countdown toward the Switch 2 by looking back at the Switch's stellar first three years of first-party support. They also discuss the latest Nintendo financials, a new patent that could give us insight into the Switch 2, a long-awaited TCG Pocket update, and more. It's all finished up with a nail-biting round of Nintendo 20 Questions.Relevant stories:
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| Vookcast #277: New Year, New Switch? (Our Switch 2 Predictions) | 12 janv. 2025 | 01:59:13 | |
In the first episode of the Vookcast for 2025, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the year that was, make predictions for the year ahead, and talk about rumours that have popped up about the future of Nintendo hardware. Socials
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| Vookcast #276: 'Tis the Season | 21 déc. 2024 | 01:58:28 | |
In the final episode of the Vookcast for 2024, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss The Game Awards, a new update for Alarmo, a surprising Pokemon collaboration, and more. Socials
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| Vookcast #275: Whoa, that's a mountain of bananas! | 13 déc. 2024 | 01:31:39 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the first real news about the Nintendo Switch successor, the recent Nintendo financials release, some cute new gacha toys, and the end of the Sega Mega Drive drought. Socials
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| #274: Nintendo Switching 2 other offerings | 10 nov. 2024 | 01:37:57 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss some bizarre new announcements from Nintendo, including an alarm clock, a music streaming app, and more. Socials
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| #273: Rating for some good news | 13 oct. 2024 | 01:56:47 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the a new change to Aussie classifications that have proven to be quite controversial.
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| #272: What a Croc! | 13 sept. 2024 | 01:32:58 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the return of one of the most iconic platforming mascots of all time — Croc. Socials
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| #271 - Goemon is Bakeru | 03 sept. 2024 | 01:49:31 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Luke as they discuss the return of the Goemon series with the localisation of Bakeru. Socials
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| #270 - 1-2-What? | 20 août 2024 | 01:57:23 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the seemingly impossible feat of Everybody 1-2-Switch topping the sales charts last month.
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| #269 - Twice As Nice | 06 août 2024 | 01:35:10 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the announcement of the strangest new entry in a defunct series in a long time.
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| #268 - The Zelda Zelda Direct Recap | 23 juin 2024 | 01:59:21 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the recent June Nintendo Direct, including the announcement of a new Zelda Zelda game, Metroid Prime 4, Mario & Luigi, and so much more.
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| #267 - Finally, An Aussie Pokémon Center! | 19 mai 2024 | 01:11:39 | |
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| #266 - Lego KK Slider doesn't actually sing | 12 mai 2024 | 01:43:28 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the Indie World Showcase that took place immediately after the last episode.
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| #265 - See ya, Nintendo Network | 15 avr. 2024 | 01:45:21 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they discuss the the shutdown of 3DS and Wii U online services.They also take a look at Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and ask why it exists, the recently announced Mario Bros sequel movie, and check in on the state of Nintendo Switch Online. Round that out with a game of Nintendo 20 Questions, and baby, you've got a stew going. Socials
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| #264 - The Race For Lego | 14 mars 2024 | 01:41:45 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the newly teased Mario Kart Lego and so much more. Socials
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| #263 - Epic Endless Grounded Monkeys | 02 mars 2024 | 01:27:59 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they discuss the recent Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. Socials
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| #262 - Golden Predictions | 30 janv. 2024 | 01:55:12 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they revisit their predictions for 2023 and make all-new predictions for 2024. Will any of them be right? If last year is anything to go by, probably not.
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| #261 - A 4K Super Mario Bros. Special | 23 janv. 2024 | 02:24:08 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and very special guest Ben Gourlay, who helped contribute to the upcoming 4K UHD Blu-Ray release of the 1993 cult classic Super Mario Bros.
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| #260 - Featuring Tom Holland as Zelda | 25 nov. 2023 | 01:48:20 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase, the end of Mario Kart 8 DLC, and some weird and wonderful retro releases.
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| #259 - Spookcast 2023 | 31 oct. 2023 | 01:53:16 | |
In this special Halloween episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they chat about their biggest gaming fears, the newest voice on Nintendo's block, and the spookiest thing of all: corporate consolidation.They wrap things up, of course, with a terrifying round of Nintendo 20 Questions.C Socials
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| #258 - Showtime: Another 99 | 12 oct. 2023 | 01:43:12 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael and Luke as they chat about the latest Nintendo Direct, a spicy email from Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and the Apollo Justice Trilogy.
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| #257 - Pre-Post-Direct | 14 sept. 2023 | 01:41:22 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the latest Super Mario Bros. Direct (right before a general Direct is announced), the future of Tears of the Kingdom, new Switch bundles, and more.They also talk about their favourite (and least favourite) games of 2023 so far, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions.
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| #256 - Excite Bike Redemption | 04 sept. 2023 | 01:28:41 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about some new Nintendo Switch Online games, a surprise port of a 15-year-old game, a tough decision for Australians in competitive Pokemon, and so much more.It also goes wildly off topic before they even get to the third news item, but they eventually get back on track to discuss Charles Martinet's departure as the voice of Mario, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Socials
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| #255 - Bluey Da Ba Dee | 08 août 2023 | 01:06:56 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about some beloved Zelda games getting another release, the Wii U making headlines again and the loveable Bluey getting her first proper game.The conversation stays mainly on track this time, but of course there is plenty of side news and opinions, and of course a great round of Nintendo 20 Questions. Socials
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| #254 - Gex Is Back, In Pog Form | 24 juil. 2023 | 01:42:05 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about a bunch of new old games coming to the Switch, including Gex, Jurassic Park, and Tomba. Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Socials
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| #253 - Wonder-ful Direct | 03 juil. 2023 | 01:30:36 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the Nintendo Direct that was announced immediately after the last episode, which always happens. They also get very distracted and veer wildly off-topic, as every good episode of the Vookcast does. Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Socials
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| #252 - Prince of Green Hill Zone | 27 juin 2023 | 01:34:44 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about an Apollo Justice collection that isn't about Apollo Justice, new Sonic and Prince of Persia games, and more. Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Socials
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| #251 - 1-2-Why? | 17 juin 2023 | 01:48:40 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about Everybody 1-2 Switch and why it exists, a new set of Joy-Con colours, the shutting down of a beloved developer, and glitches in Tears of the Kingdom. Ollie: @chocobalt on Twitter Socials
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| Vookcast #250 – Tears of the Pac-Men | 23 mai 2023 | 01:27:37 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they chat about the death of Pac-Man 99, what it means for the future of Nintendo Switch Online, a surprising Mortal Kombat reboot, and Hollow Knight Silksong, which doesn’t exist. They also discuss their time with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and the wacky adventures they’ve gotten up to in-game. Thanks to all our Patrons for making the website, and the podcast happen. Relevant stories:
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| #249: Mama Mia! | 28 avr. 2023 | 01:20:09 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they dive deep into The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. They also talk about the current state of Nintendo Switch Online, and the new font of the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters. Socials
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| #248 - E3 Is Over Again (Again) | 01 mars 2023 | 01:12:24 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Luke as they discuss the end of E3 for Nintendo... again. They also discuss how Call of Duty is going to end up on Nintendo consoles, a new firmware update for the Switch, the trailer for the upcoming Tetris movie, and the Wii U and 3DS shutdown.
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| #247 - Nintendo Direct (+Birdo) Discussion | 14 févr. 2023 | 01:04:15 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Luke, and Michael as they discuss the February Nintendo Direct, which somehow didn't happen after they recorded.
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| #246 - Good as Gold(enEye) | 05 févr. 2023 | 01:02:44 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke, as they discuss the addition of GoldenEye 007 on Nintendo Switch Online, a brand new SteamWorld game on the horizon, and what, exactly Minecraft Legends is.
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| #245 - 2023: The Year of Luigi 2.0 | 17 janv. 2023 | 01:23:07 | |
In this episode, the first Vookcast of the year, Ollie is joined by Michael, Angelo, and Luke as they talk all about the year that was and the year ahead. Socials
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| #241 – John Deerect's Farming Spectacular - Nintendo Direct Impressions | 03 oct. 2022 | 01:22:11 | |
In this episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke, Angelo, and Michael as we break down the latest Nintendo Direct, including discussion on Octopath Traveller II, all the new Nintendo 64 games coming to the Nintendo Switch Online service, a surprising Kirby remake, and of course, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Follow us: This week's intro music is 'Spring' from Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar. Socials
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| #239+240 – Double Feature | 08 août 2022 | 02:13:31 | |
On this week's double episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke, Michael, and sometimes Angelo as we get into discussions about the Nintendo Direct Mini, the latest Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC, Bayonetta 3 finally getting a release date, and so so much more. Plus, TWO rounds of Nintendo 20 Questions! Follow us: This week's intro music is 'Credits' from Sparkster. Socials
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| #238 – Crisis Core Has Cloud, Isn't Cloud | 27 juin 2022 | 01:24:14 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke and Michael as we get into discussions about the best* Final Fantasy game coming to Switch, Overwatch 2 somehow still coming to Switch, and a new game from James Turner.
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| #237 – In Australia It's Called Autumn Guys | 29 mai 2022 | 01:07:14 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Luke and Michael as we get into discussions about the global announcement of a previously China-exclusive Switch game, Fall Guys going free to play, a beloved classic somehow coming to Switch, the recent Indie World Showcase, and EA going through a messy divorce.
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| #236 – Square Sells Its Cow For Magic Beans | 15 mai 2022 | 01:13:13 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo and Michael as we into discussions about the launch of Nintendo Switch Sports, a couple of high profile releases doing the ol' switcheroo, a duology of Aussie news, and Square Enix selling off its western development assets to invest in NFTs.
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| #235 – Movie Madness | 13 avr. 2022 | 01:02:19 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as we dive into discussions about the Breath of the Wild sequel's delay, some new games on Nintendo's subscription service, and the cancellation of E3.
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| #234 – The Very Long, Very Late Episode | 02 avr. 2022 | 01:23:46 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke in a huge episode all about Nintendo shuttering yet another mobile game, the Switch finally (kind of, a little bit) getting folders, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land.
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| #233 – Our Biggest Gaming Pet Peeves | 18 mars 2022 | 01:07:29 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss their biggest gaming pet peeves.
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| #232 – Catching Up On The News | 03 mars 2022 | 01:06:32 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they catch up on all the news we've missed in our three weeks off the air.
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| #231 – Only The Spiciest of Takes | 10 févr. 2022 | 01:04:17 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss Pokemon Legends Arceus – with some spicy results.
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| #230 - Kirby Gets A Gun | 25 janv. 2022 | 01:03:58 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, Ollie is joined by Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they discuss the biggest news ever to rock gaming – Kirby has a gun now.
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| #229 - New Year, New Host, Same Bad Predictions | 10 janv. 2022 | 01:00:51 | |
On this week's episode of the Vookcast, new lead host Ollie joins Angelo, Michael, and Luke as they make their (terrible) predictions for Nintendo's year ahead, as is tradition.
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