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! 

We go over the indie platformer Blaster Master Zero, a reboot of the classic NES game. We also go in depth on the Nintendo Direct Breakdown, bit by bit, and go over the excitement with The Switch Collector book launching.

This week is the vertical shoot’em up Dimension Drive released by EastAsiaSoft, let’s see how we did with the unique play style that this game has. Plus you always get all the newest releases, latest news and upcoming Limited Editions.

We tackle God Eater 3 which is a huge game that is part of a series of beat’em ups with lots of crafting and leveling up. How did we like it? JP also talks about hitting a collecting wall.

Barry and Jeff are back at it and talk about a ton of games they've been playing! From Caveblazers, Horace, and even Elden Ring, we've been playing a bunch. They also talk about JP heading out and the game of the episode Splotches. Do you want to hear more?

Jeffrey Wittenhagen and Nerdy Nick get together at Game On Expo 2019 to talk about Modern Retro on the Nintendo Switch. Join a conversation in progress and listen in on this interesting topic. Can Nick keep Jeffrey on topic? 

This week we play Mario Tennis Aces as it was free for the past week. Did we enjoy the game and is it worth a full purchase? We also have an exclusive giveaway for podcast listeners!

This one might be the death of us as we tackle the notorious Troll and I. Is this the worst game we’ve played on the podcast? Plus you always get all the newest releases, latest news and upcoming Limited Editions.

We play the retro-inspired action platformer Tiny Barbarian DX. How far did we get in this tough as nails “NES Hard” game? Tune in a see. Plus you always get all the newest releases, latest news and upcoming Limited Editions.

State of Mind is a Sci-Fi world that unfolds right before your eyes. What did we think of this story-driven game? Plus you always get all the newest releases, latest news and upcoming Limited Editions each week on the Switchmania Playcast!

This week we play the unique rogue-like indie game Tumbleseed. How much did we play and how far did we get up the mountain? Plus another Nintendo Switch console is announced and Jeff goes over his aftermarket Switch VR story and a new way of categorizing his collection. Plus you always get all the new releases and upcoming Limited Editions each week on the Switchmania Playcast!

This week we cover Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn. Did we like it? Also the Nintendo Switch Lite was announced. Plus you always get all the new releases and upcoming Limited Editions each week on the Switchmania Playcast!

In this fun interview with some of the developers at Mad Gear Games we go over their experiences with A Hole New World, inspirations behind the game, being the first physical release for First Press Games and more. 

Super Mario Maker 2 is out and it's time to play it! From Story Mode to Creation Mode to JP being a troll to all the listeners, it's all here! We also talk about our favorite fan levels and go over who has the fastest scores on the courses we created. Plus you always get all the new releases and upcoming Limited Editions each week on the Switchmania Playcast!

We play Yoku's Island Express, a weird combination of Platforming, Pinball with Metroidvania aspects to it. Could this even work? Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is out and the initial thoughts are in. Find out what we think on that and all the new releases and upcoming Limited Editions each week on the Switchmania Playcast!

Frank and Jeff attended ATG Expo in Waco, Texas. They go over the convention and also did a walkthrough of Premium Edition Games' Nintendo Switch production facility! What kind of cool stuff did they see? 

Old Man's Journey is a port of a mobile game with touch controls and unique play mechanics. What did we think of it? We also go over this week's new releases and everything limited that's available for preorder, the Warned Collector's Situation plus a what's happening with the Nintendo Switch!

E3 2019 happened and we go in depth on all of the Nintendo Switch games physically confirmed, and some we would like to be! We also go over our game of the week A Hole New World, which is a NES-style retro platformer. Join us on this adventure!

This is a podcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Old Man's Journey

Time for some 90's polygonal nostalgia with Back in 1995. Can we get used to the classic tank controls and get through this psychological thriller? We also talk Pokemon Sword & Shield, E3 and of course all of the new games released and available for preorder this week!

This is a podcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: A Hole New World

This week we go down the nostalgia rabbit hole with Retro City Rampage DX. What did we think of this overload of 80s and 90s references and NES-style gameplay?

This is a playcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Back in 1995

This week we take on the terrifyingly epic survival horror game Outlast: Bundle of Terror. Were we able to survive the asylum and escape with our heads intact?

This is a playcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Retro City Rampage

We interview Rupert Ochsner from Bonus Level Entertainment about his involvement with Fox n Forests.

We not only go over the nuances of the game, but his inspirations behind making games. We also dig into his past prior to being a part of Bonus Level Entertainment and lots of other surprises!

This week we take on the pixel-style platformer Fox n Forests. Did having an extra day allow us to complete things?

This is a playcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Outlast: Bundle of Terror

This week we take on the beautifully animated Cuphead. How did we fare and what did you all have to say about it? Let's find out!

This is a playcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Fox 'n Forests

Welcome to the Switchmania Playcast! In this introductory episode the hosts Jonathan Polan of JPSwitchmania and Jeffrey Wittenhagen of Hagen's Alley do a bit of a personal introduction and go over nuances of the Nintendo Switch. The main focus of this episode is to talk about our most played Nintendo Switch games.

This is a playcast and the goal is to keep playing and experiencing new games for our beloved Nintendo Switch. You can play along with us as we do new episodes and we will read your feedback on our next episode!

Next Playcast Game: Cuphead

In this episode Barry and Jeff talk about playing the amazing Action RPG Trigger Witch that is like The Legend of Zelda but with guns! Barry goes over his Pokémon Legends progress and they both talk Premium Edition updates. Jeff also talks about a game he bought because of the last episode. Come hang out!

Here is the link to the State of Switch Survey sponsored by Premium Edition Games:

https://switchweekly.com/survey/2022

In this episode, Jeff and Barry go over Nintendo Switch games that have re-releases with upgrades and whether or not they are worth it. Jeff's game of the episode is Golden Force and Barry talks about his first couple days with the new Pokémon Legends game. They also talk about Nintendo Switch console sales and predicting where that will go in the near future. There are also things covered such as games not arriving on preorder launch days and of course Premium Edition Games shipping updates!

Barry and Jeff go over what games they've been playing. Tons of different experiences from surprising previous generation gems, newer review titles, and even backlog disappointments, there is a lot covered here. Also, Series 3 titles, along with the ARNF Deluxe Edition, will be shipping Q2 of 2022!

Barry and Jeff go over their predictions and wishes for the Nintendo Switch in 2022. What ideas do they have for this year and how did they do with their 2021 predictions? There are also some updates on production including the Switch Collector books, Series 2 Deluxes, and Series 3 items.

During Midwest Gaming Classic Jeff was part of a stage presentation with Hair of the Dogcast where he was joined by Dylan going over the Nintendo Switch and publishing games physically. This was right after Series 3 was launched so they also go over all of the games while watching the direct live!

Barry and JP host a Premium Edition Games panel at RetroWorld Expo 2021.

Note: The panel starts in progress after the intros in classic Barry and JP fashion!

In this episode Barry and Jeff go over what Nintendo Switch games they've played throughout 2021 month by month. They then choose their top games they've played during this wild year of the Nintendo Switch. There are also updates on production for Series 2 and Series three along with some of the madness of the Second Chance sales.

In this episode of Da Game Collectors, Jeff and Tristan bring you a jam-packed update on all things gaming and collecting as we dive into 2025! They share their latest holiday hauls, including rare Famicom cards, the 2025 NES Homebrew Calendar, the Hand-Drawn Mega Man Game Guide, and the elusive Adventures of Panzer 3 for NES. The duo also unveils exciting news about upcoming projects like the Complete Sega CD guide, Metroidvania Chronicles Phase 2, and a revamped Hagen's Alley website. Listeners will get the inside scoop on limited edition Nintendo Switch releases, rare finds like Skate Kat on NES, and jaw-dropping Kickstarter campaigns. With updates on conventions, indie game highlights, and collector chaos, this episode is a must-listen for fans of gaming history, nostalgia, and the thrill of the hunt!

Check out Phil Summer's Kickstarter!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nfpublishing/hand-drawn-game-guides-mega-man

It's the finale of Season 4 and JP actually joins Barry and Jeff to talk about what's been going with Premium Edition Games. They also go over their favorite Switchmania Playcast moments and talk about Switch collecting and how it has changed over the years. This is truly the end of an era!

The Playcast is back and Season 5 begins with a bang! Jeff and Barry talk about the Series 3 Pre-Order Launch with all the craziness of the past few months of conventions. They also cover and review the first game announced from the newest Series...the amazing Metroidvania Cathedral!

What happened to Episode 100? Does our TooManyGames panel count? We shall find out in due time!

Barry, JP, & Jeff are together in person for the first time at TooManyGames 2021 they talk all about Premium Edition Games and might have even spoiled a couple of Series 3 items! They also do a Q&A with the attendees at the convention.  NOTE: The audio is a bit choppy as our panel was out in an open arcade!

Barry and Jeff go over what has happened in the last couple of months since the last episode of the Playcast including convention stories, Premium Edition updates, and the latest Series 3 Premium Direct! They also talk about the game of the episode, Metroid Dread, and the influences the series has had on them over the years.

Jeff went solo again, this time at Southern-Fried Retro Gaming Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. The panel covers all about Premium Edition Games and goes into an interesting Q&A with the attendees with details about producing physical Nintendo Switch games, including talking about other companies!

Barry is joined by Frank, part of the Premium Edition Games marketing team, and they talk about all things Super Nintendo. It is SNES September after all! What games did they play and did they need to adventure off the Nintendo Switch?

This time around Barry and Jeff go over Art of Rally and a few other games they've been playing. They also talk about ethics and the stances that certain limited companies like to publicly take on social media with certain holes in their logic. Plus they go over Series One Deluxe Editions and an update on Series Two!

Jeff went solo at Southeast Game Exchange in South Carolina. This panel is a primer of what Premium Edition Games is all about and why we make the style of releases that we do. He also goes into the process of creating physical items how it was done in the 80s and 90s.