Explore every episode of the podcast The SwitchCast - A Nintendo Switch Podcast
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| Indie World Presents, Demon Slayer Anime, and Back to Work! | 23 nov. 2023 | 00:45:10 | |
Let's all give thanks for great games (and gainful employment) with this recap of the latest Indie World Showcase, the Demon Slayer anime, and your feedback from last podcast. TIMESTAMPS: 0:17 - Show Feedback | |||
| Pokemon TCG Live, The Thing, Switch 2, and the Hunt | 01 nov. 2023 | 00:32:10 | |
There's still life in this podcast yet! KC is back to just talk about some stuff in gaming, movies, and life in what might be a new formula for the future. TIMESTAMPS: 4:43 - Pokemon TCG Live | |||
| Special Announcement / Episode 1 Retro Repost | 19 juil. 2023 | 00:53:01 | |
A special annoucement about the future of The SwitchCast followed by a special retro repost of our first-ever episode. | |||
| Critical Role TotK, Street Fighter 6, Dead Cells, and News Rundown | 08 juin 2023 | 01:12:39 | |
It's been an interesting week, with a big non-Switch distraction in the form of Street Fighter 6. But we still manage to review Dead Cells and catch up on the week's Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Honkai: Star Rail | 01 juin 2023 | 01:16:51 | |
The biggest game for Nintendo Switch has finally landed, and we can't wait to talk about our initial experiences with this immense and amazing adventure through Hyrule. We also spend some time chatting about some Nintendo-esque reveals coming out of Sony this past week. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Lost Epic and the Super Mario Bros. Movie | 22 mai 2023 | 01:26:52 | |
Please take your seats, we will now be reviewing the Super Mario Bros. movie! We will also take a look at the souls-like platformer Lost Epic for Nintendo Switch, but not before KC's latest complaint about Pokemon UNITE. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Pokemon Chess, and News Rundown | 09 mai 2023 | 01:06:28 | |
We both got boots on the ground with Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp. Plus, we open a Pokemon Chess challenge to the listeners, all before running down all the latest Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Cereza and the Lost Demon, and the April Indie World Showcase | 01 mai 2023 | 01:13:50 | |
Fresh from the Bacta Tanks, we're back at fully healed and ready to review some games! First up is Cereza and the Lost Demon with a quick chat about KC's first foray into Omega Strikers. Next up, we rundown all of the Nintendo Switch gems inside this month's Indie World Showcase. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Indie Games of PAX East, Best of April Fools, and News Rundown | 10 avr. 2023 | 00:55:40 | |
This week, JV takes us for a stroll through the indie game alley of PAX East, including Wildfrost and Wargroove 2. We also recap the best gags from April Fool's Day, and rundown all the real Nintendo Switch news that's gone down. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| PAX East Recap and First Tears of the Kingdoms Gameplay | 03 avr. 2023 | 01:08:04 | |
JV's back from PACKS East, and he has lots of amazing packs and bags to discuss. Plus. we take a deep dive into the first gameplay presentation of Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Backbeat and KC's Fight Club | 27 mars 2023 | 00:26:45 | |
It's a quick one this week, as JV is PAXing it up. But KC is dropping a review of the tactical puzzle music mix of Backbeat, along with some fun community announcements. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Octopath Traveler II (First Impressions) and News Rundown | 14 mars 2023 | 01:20:39 | |
JV makes dreams come true with his review of Kirby's Return to Dream Land. KC sets off on a new trail with Octopath Traveler II. And we catch up on all the latest Nintendo Switch news out in the world! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition, Wild Hearts, and Pokemon Day | 07 mars 2023 | 01:18:22 | |
KC cracks open the new Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition while JV steps over to the other side to play Wild Hearts for a comparison to the Monster Hunter series. Plus, we all take a trip to the Pokemon Center to see what's cookin' for this year's Pokemon Day presentation. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Nintendo Direct Part 2 and Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion | 20 févr. 2023 | 01:02:10 | |
This week, we wrap up the final reveals of the Nintendo Direct, including the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trailer and the Metroid Prime remake for Nintendo Switch. KC also summon up a review of Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Nintendo Direct for February 2023 (PART 1) | 15 févr. 2023 | 01:09:42 | |
What crazy games and expansions can we look forward to this year? Well, Nintendo showed off a lot in their latest Nintendo Direct. Stick around and hear what we have to say about all of these juicy reveals! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Catch-Up and a New Switch Model? | 06 févr. 2023 | 01:13:39 | |
We're back in full swing with our 100% completion review of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (including spoilers). We also discuss whether players want (or need) a new, more powerful Nintendo Switch model. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| The DioField Chronicle, Tokyo Tales, and Our Most Anticipated Games of 2023 | 30 janv. 2023 | 01:07:57 | |
JV finally rejoins the cast to catch up on his Japan adventures and discuss our most anticipated Nintendo Switch titles of 2023! KC also reviews The DioField Chronicle. Will it be the new challenger to Fire Emblem: Engage? Listen in to find out!
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| A Little to the Left and News Rundown | 23 janv. 2023 | 00:43:06 | |
This week we try to get everything perfect with A Little the Left, and catch up on the January news that's been piling up. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Bayonetta 3 and is the Switch Underpowered? | 16 janv. 2023 | 00:32:36 | |
Playing Bayonetta 3 on Nintendo Switch is awesome, but does it also put a spotlight on the system's limits? We discuss that and much more! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| 2022 Switch Year in Review | 30 déc. 2022 | 01:01:07 | |
Aggrocrog joins the final pod of the year to look back at all the biggest titles to hit the Switch in 2022. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, Harvestella, and the Smash World Tour | 07 déc. 2022 | 00:53:58 | |
There's a bumper crop of content this week as we review Harvestella, catch up on my Pokemon Scarlet/Violet progress, and discuss the tragic end of the Smash World Tour. TIMESTAMPS SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Sonic Frontiers and the Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Launch | 22 nov. 2022 | 00:52:00 | |
With so many big games coming out, I really gotta go fast to play them all! That's why I'm zipping through a review of Sonic Frontiers this week, followed by some first impressions of Pokemon Violet. TIMESTAMPS SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| The November 2022 Indie World Showcase | 15 nov. 2022 | 00:38:33 | |
Life is like an Indie Showcase... you never know what you gonna get. And we got plenty of interesting surprises this time, with clever and compelling games announced for all kinds of gamers on the Nintendo Switch! TIMESTAMPS SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Them's Fightin' Herds and One Step from Eden | 08 nov. 2022 | 00:52:40 | |
I'm jazzing up the format a bit this week, so let me know what you think! But we still have a solid selection of games to chat about, including the pixelated deck-building roguelike, One Step from Eden, and KC's new go-to fighting game on Switch, Them's Fightin' Herds! TIMESTAMPS SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Dragonball: The Breakers and Copin' with COVID | 31 oct. 2022 | 00:38:23 | |
BOO! I'm popping back on the mic just in time for a little Halloween episode, and there just happens to be a new survival "horror" game to review with Dragonball: The Breakers. https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| News Catchup with KC | 18 oct. 2022 | 00:58:30 | |
KC's back, and he's trying to frantically catch up with the massive supply of exciting Switch news that dropped over the past month, including his favorite game of ALL TIME being remade for Switch! https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY | |||
| Endling: Extinction is Forever, Live A Live, Pokemon Worlds 2022, and Environmental Storytelling | 27 août 2022 | 01:23:22 | |
Life always finds a way in this episode! It survives in Endling: Extinction is Forever, revives the lost classic in Live A Live, and perhaps delays our next podcast a few weeks... https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The Massive Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct and Jackbox Party Pack 8 | 12 août 2022 | 01:21:40 | |
JV's back just in time to help us pick apart every detail from the MASSIVE Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct! KC also discusses how the Jackbox Party Pack 8 made his latest BBQ a blast. https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The August 2022 Pokmeon Presents | 08 août 2022 | 00:44:06 | |
JV tags Rin in to talk about the latest Pokemon Presents, full of fresh details for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokemon Unite, Pokemon Go, and more! https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix, and Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent | 01 août 2022 | 01:05:00 | |
We got a slew of reviews this week, as JV dives into the retro revival that is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and KC works his way through the Capcom Fighters Collection starting with Gem Fighter. He also gets pulled into the mobile RPG, Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. 0:26 - Intro 11:42 - TMNT: Shredder's Revenge 26:28 - Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix 33:31 - Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent 48:52 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak and Game Expansions | 18 juil. 2022 | 01:19:21 | |
This week's topic is always growing: Game Expansions! We chat about which expansions work, which make us angry, and why Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak seems to get it so right. 0:25 - Intro 14:12 - Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Review 1:03:50 - Switch Focus: Game Expansions 42:36 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Eastward, Mario Strikers: Battle League, and Monster Hunter Sunbreak (First Impressions) | 10 juil. 2022 | 01:08:44 | |
It's a game-packed podcast this week as we review several games including Eastward, Mario Strikers: Battle League, and drop some first impressions of Monster Hunter Sunbreak. 0:25 - Intro 12:25 - Eastward Review 23:04 - Mario Strikers: Battle League Review 30:59 - Monster Hunter Sunbreak (First Impressions) 42:36 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The "Mini" Nintendo Direct (Partners Showcase) | 01 juil. 2022 | 01:23:02 | |
Nuttin' "mini" 'bout this Nintendo Direct! Nor this podcast, as we go into every game discussed, new and old! 0:24 - Intro 16:21 - Switch Focus: Nintendo Direct (Partners Showcase) SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Mario Strikers Battle League (First Impressions) | 17 juin 2022 | 00:48:36 | |
Mario Strikers has hit the pitch on Nintendo Switch, so we're giving our initial impressions on whether this one's in a league of its own, or should be sent back to the minors. 0:27 - Intro 11:20 - Game Center: Mario Strikers Battle League 39:33 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Bugsnax on Switch, Chess Drama, and News Rundown Extravaganza | 12 juin 2022 | 01:07:02 | |
Come on by and grab a seat, 0:25 - Intro 15:10 - Game Center: Bugsnax 37:20 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Switch Sports vs. Instant Sport+, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Trailer 2, and Mad Chess | 05 juin 2022 | 01:21:17 | |
Ball's in your court! This week we pit two Nintendo Switch sports games against each other as we review Nintendo Switch Sports and Instant Sports+. We also analyze all the new reveals from the latest Pokemon Scarlet/Violet trailer. TIMESTAMPS 0:24 - Intro 14:40 - Game Center: Nintendo Switch Sports vs. Instant Sports+ 34:21 - Switch Focus: The New Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Trailer SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Mini Motorways, Nintendo Switch Sports, and the Monster Hunter Rise: Subreak Event | 28 mai 2022 | 01:06:53 | |
Beep beep! Hop on in and join us for ride through Mini Motorways plus a first look at Nintendo Switch Sports! We also run down all the new reveals from Capcom's Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Digital Event! TIMESTAMPS 0:24 - Intro 13:58 - Game Center: Mini Motorways & Nintendo Switch Sports 32:02 - Switch Focus: The Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Digital Event SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Indie World Showcase, News Rundown, and Pokemon Home Updates | 14 mai 2022 | 01:16:08 | |
We have a pipin' hot Indie World Showcase to cover this week, with several Nintendo Switch games available right now (and some I wish were available right now). TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 8:57 - Indie World Showcase Recap 59:18 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The PAX East 2022 Games Roundup | 06 mai 2022 | 01:23:35 | |
At last, it's time for JV to dish about all the events and games he saw at PAX East 2022. TIMESTAMPS 0:25 - Intro 16:26 - PAX East 2022 1:08:11 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The Five Year Ultimate AMA! | 01 mai 2022 | 01:34:15 | |
250 episodes!? We gotta do something special, so in this podcast we're going to answer whatever questions you sent us in our special AMA survey. Everything's on the table, from our favorite "non-tendo" games to our top husbandos. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Quick Play: JV's at PAX, so KC Recaps | 22 avr. 2022 | 00:18:01 | |
The title says it all! It's a short one this week as JV's off exploring PAX East this week. So KC is just running down the games he's most excited to see gameplay from, as well as a quick news rundown. SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Achievments, and Reverberating Audio | 16 avr. 2022 | 01:14:50 | |
Our apologies for the audio this week! KC had to record in the "Chamber of Eternal Echoes" and his track paid the price. But it's still a great show, with JV reviewing the first 3D Kirby game, and an in-depth discussion on the value of achievement systems in games. All that, and the week's Nintendo Switch News Roundup! TIMESTAMPS 0:25 - Intro 12:39 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land Review 31:33 - Switch Focus: Achievements 56:14 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Blaster Master Zero III, Alternate Endings, and News Roundup | 08 avr. 2022 | 01:21:19 | |
What fate awaits at the end of your journey? This week, we discuss the impact of alternate endings of games, and review the final chapter in the Blaster Master Zero trilogy! TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 15:28 - Blaster Master Zero III Review 25:37 - Switch Focus: Alternate Endings 36:05 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| The Cruel King & the Great Hero, Mario Kart 8 Booster Pass 1, and the Monster Hunter Sunbreak Digital Event | 25 mars 2022 | 01:04:26 | |
A new Monster Hunter Digital Event gives us a heavy serving of new content to look forward to. We also have new games and content to review, including The Cruel King and the Great Hero, as well as the first wave of new Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tracks! TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 15:28 - Mario Kart 8 Booster Course Pack (Wave 1) 25:37 - The Cruel King & The Great Hero Review 36:05 Switch Focus: The Monster Hunter Dawnbreak Digital Event 58:40 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Strategy/Tactical RPGs and News Rundown | 11 mars 2022 | 00:59:28 | |
Our master plan comes together as we discuss the new golden age of Strategy RPGs, and review the week's most interesting Nintendo Switch news. TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 10:04 - Switch Focus: The Golden Age of Strategy RPGs 37:47 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Pokémon Day 2022, the Pokémon Direct, and Astroneer | 04 mars 2022 | 01:17:27 | |
Gotta celebrate 'em all! It's been 26 years of Pokémon, and this week's Pokémon Presents revealed plenty to look forward to, including Pokémon Scarlet and Velvet! We also take a test flight with the indie exploration/building game, Astroneer. TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 12:14 - Game Center: Astroneer 49:01 - Switch Focus: Pokemon Presents (Feb, 2022) SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Video Game Collections, New Capcom Reveals, and News Roundup | 25 févr. 2022 | 01:11:24 | |
Today we're talking about fat stacks... of games! We rank our top 5 game collections for Nintendo Switch and analyze the latest reveals from Capcom. TIMESTAMPS 0:24 - Intro 9:47 - Switch Focus: Top 5 Game Collections 49:01 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus Follow-Up, Triangle Strategy Demo, and the Future of the Nintendo eShop | 18 févr. 2022 | 01:13:19 | |
This week we complete our conversation about Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and take our first few steps into Triangle Strategy with the new demo. In the wake of the WiiU and 3DS eShops shutting down, we decide to chat about the future of the Switch eShop and how it can age with grace. TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - Intro 16:07 - Pokemon Legends: Arceus Review 35:14 - Triangle Strategy Demo Impressions 43:28 - Switch Focus: The Future of the Switch eShop 1:01:41 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Nintendo Direct Showcase - February 9th, 2022 | 11 févr. 2022 | 01:15:34 | |
"FINALLY!" That's our reaction to so many of the big reveals from the first Nintendo Direct of 2022. See why we're so excited to see such awesome titles as Mario Strikers: Battle League, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and much more! SUPPORT US ON PATREON https://www.patreon.com/theswitchcast JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY MUSIC | |||
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus (First Impressions), Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth, and Anime Games | 04 févr. 2022 | 01:19:47 | |
Arceus is calling... will you answer? This week we give our first impressions of Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and dive deep into the anime Metroidvania that is Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth. We also chat about games based on anime, and what effect this visual style has on games and how people perceive them. TIMESTAMPS 0:25 - Intro 17:20 - Pokemon Legends: Arceus First Impressions 31:36 - Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth Review 43:09 - News Rundown
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