Da Game Collectors: A Nintendo Switch and Video Games Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Da Game Collectors, Jeff dives deep into his hands-on time with the Switch 2, sharing everything from gameplay impressions to hardware surprises—and even a few frustrations. Xander brings his perspective to the table, weighing in on whether Nintendo’s latest console has done enough to convince him to jump onboard.

Together, they break down what the Switch 2 means for collectors, physical media fans, and retro gamers alike. This one’s packed with hot takes, collector talk, and plenty of laughs as they tackle one of the biggest topics in gaming right now.

In this month’s episode of Da Game Collector, Tristan and Jeff are joined by our third host—Ariel! We kick things off by introducing Ariel and diving into what everyone has been up to, from game pickups to ongoing projects.

• Retro Spotlight: We talk about Flea 2 for the NES and Trominal, a Virtual Boy music cart—both niche but fascinating additions to the collection.
• Modern Gems: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is finally here, but Jeff has a horror story involving a swelling 3DS battery ruining a touchscreen!
• Tristan’s Mystery Treat: The long-teased package from last episode arrives—what could it be?

• Wooden book covers for Executive Producer-level Patreon supporters—an awesome way to make collector’s editions even more special.
• Exclusive signed limited editions of Metroidvania Chronicles Phases 01 & 02 are now available!
• Big reveal: The Complete Genesis advanced copy is here, and it’s looking incredible.

• Jeff realizes he preordered Ruggnar back in January 2024, only to see it delayed again—now pushed from March to June 2025. It’s just another reminder that delays happen to everyone!

Join us as we dive deep into the latest collector finds, share some industry frustrations, and discuss what’s next in the world of retro and modern gaming!

You have voted and the new name is here. The Premium Playcast begins today! Barry and Jeff talk about tons of updates since the last recording as well as what they've been playing. Games covered are Skatemasta Tcheco, Chasm, Grand Theft Auto Vice City, Horizon Zero Dawn, <span>Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin, Elden Ring, just to name a few. This is a packed episode!

This week we talk about Yooka Laylee and the Impossible Lair, a spiritual successor to Donkey Kong Country. We also go into depth on this week’s pickups plus of course an update on The Switch Collector: Volume One!

I was able to get my buddy Xander Skullion from the XS Gaming Podcast on to chat. We talk about everything from the Nintendo Switch to the Yakuza series to even the differences in next generation gaming and ports. 

JP has been too busy doing giveaways and posting links to record so Jeff is going at this one alone. He goes over all the new releases he has gotten and a few Switch games he has beaten.

The game of the week is N++, which is a unique minimalist platformer that was released on multiple platforms. How does the Switch version stack up? We also go over the past weekend at RetroWorld Expo.

At RetroWorld Expo we recorded our first dedicated panel, however Jeff was stranded and couldn’t make it out! With audio madness and JP who doesn’t know how to operate a camera or microphone, how did we do? 

The game of the week is X Challenge Vol. 1 which is part of the Mega Man X Collection. Was JP able to spend the hour or so necessary to play through this? The Switch Collector Kickstarter is still live as well.

The game of the week is Sonic Mania Plus. Is this the best Sonic the Hedgehog game of all time? The Switch Collector Kickstarter is live and funded in a single day!