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Michael and Matthew from the Kong Kompendium give their first impressions of Donkey Kong Bananza, a launch(ish) title for the Nintendo Switch 2. Is this too much like Mario? Is DK too silly? Let's discuss!

Nintendo is being Nintendo again. Get your wallets ready for minor upgrades, neat DLC, and price points we didn’t think were possible. Are tariffs to blame? Is Nintendo greedy? Let’s explore the nuance of the situation.

As Donkey Kong takes center stage in the Super Mario Bros. movie, questions about the future of the franchise arise.

While the community has become enthralled with the discourse surrounding Steve and his place in the competitive scene, it seems those most within the community are unaware that the scene is crumbling right before our eyes. With Beyond the Summit dissolving and major Esports organizations parting ways with some of the biggest names in the game, it seems to signal the beginning of the end for the competitive scene as we know it. We're here to discuss it all here on Wii The People.

NINTENDO AND MICROSOFT ARE WORKING TOGETHER!?!? Not exactly. In fact, this supposed contract is actually meaningless. We're here to tell you why!

Today we discuss Starfox Armada, a pitch from a Retro Studios employee that never went anywhere. The ideas on display in the pitch could have been the revival Starfox was in need of, but we got Zero instead.

Nintendo has opted for selling The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom at a hefty $70! Will this high price point hurt the sales of the game? Will it have any affect at all? Is there a justification for this price point? It's all discussed here on Wii The People!

IGN reports that Nintendo will not be attending E3, and that they have also heard the rest of 2023 after Zelda will be light.

According a a tweet from someone who seemed to leak the original game, Metroid Dread is getting a sequel.

SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY 2 CONFIRMED!?!? Nintendo sent an email.

The Smash drama continues. Alan Bunney, CEO of Panda Global jumped on an open interview/Q&A to share more of his side of the story. Join Michael and Matthew as they discuss the implications Panda's collapse has on the Smash scene.

Christopher Dring, head of Games Industry Biz, claims that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the last big Switch game.  But what is a *big* switch game? 

Join Michael and Matthew to discuss which franchises Nintendo values most, and what the rest of the Switch lineup is going to look like.

According to Digital Foundry, a mid-cycle Switch Pro was planned for release but quietly cancelled. As the Nintendo Switch nears the end of it's life cycle, many questions about the proverbial Switch 2 remain unanswered. Join Michael and Matthew Cottrell as they discuss the implications for the tough transition that lies ahead.

Scarlet and Violet are a mess. Who's to blame? Is Game Freak lazy? Or are they being forced to crunch by outside forces? We'll discuss that and more.

As we witnessed the events of the last few weeks, and heard all the statements from relevant parties, we're not sure what conclusion to come to. 

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Michael and Matthew cover their impressions of Pokemon Unite and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

Nickalodeon tries the Smash formula on for size, Mario gets a new watch, and Valve enters the hybrid-console business.

In episode 15 of Wii the People, we discuss the recent announcement of the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) and it's implications on the future of Nintendo. Also: Mario Golf: Super Rush discussions and the rumor of a Donkey Kong animated movie. Timestamps 0:00 Intro, Switch OLED Reaction 22:06 Mario Golf: Super Rush Impressions 53:26 Donkey Kong Animation Inbound? 1:05:40 Reflecting on Donkey Kong's 40th Anniversary

Is Metroid Dread too expensive? Is Pokemon Unite going to be a hit? Was Kazuya the right choice? All this and more in Wii the People! Timestamps 0:00 Opening 1:12 Pokemon Unite is coming to Switch in July 16:30 Metroid Dread isn't worth $60? 38:55 Was Kazuya the right choice? 1:18:08 Where's the new Donkey Kong game?

Michael, Matthew and Trevor analyze the Nintendo's e3 direct and reflect on all the recent announcements. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:39 Kazuya comes to Smash 18:08 Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania 19:50 Mario Party Superstars 22:15 Metroid Dread 30:11 Mario Golf, Monster Hunter Stories 33:12 WarioWare Get it Together 36:36 Shin Megami Tensei 5 49:40 Danganrompa and Nintendo's lack of focus in the West 1:01:20 Advance Wars Re-Boot Camp 1:03:45 Zelda 35th Anniversary News 1:08:10 Breath of the Wild Sequel 1:20:56 Where's Donkey Kong?

Michael and Matthew give their take on all the rumors surrounding Nintendo's e3 presentation. They also cover the breaking news of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope being anounced at the Ubisoft Forward event.

Michael and Matthew get together to discuss the recent Donkey Kong game rumors. Check out this great write up from DK Vine: https://dkvine.com/?p=news_body&post=6338 WTP is back! See you on Friday for e3 Predictions.

The Crown Tundra discussion continues, the mini direct strikes back, and Hyrule Warriors gets a demo.

Fire Emblem comes out of the Nintendo Vault, a Pokemon Sword prototype leaks, and the Crown Tundra DLC arrives.

Pikmin 3's graphics aren't so deluxe on Switch, Metroid Prime 4 gets an interesting job listing, and the twins recap Minecraft invading Smash Ultimate. Check out or Smash Ultimate x Minecraft let's play: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQKq1FcgcmrkuDcdh7k94GCyVqmkziyJN Sources Judge preceding over Epic vs. Apple claims the case will have an impact on the other game ecosystems like Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/judge-says-epics-apple-lawsuit-could-have-serious-ramifications-for-sony-nintendo-and-microsoft/ Pikmin 3 will be running at 720p docked, suggesting a lack of visual upgrade for the switch version Source: VG Tech on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnN93OnEvBI&feature=emb_title Nintendo has permanently lowered the price of single Joy-Cons for Japanese customers Source: Nintendo Website https://www.nintendo.co.jp/hardware/switch/accessories/joycon_single.html Metroid Prime 4 Job ads mention cinematic and emotional moments suggesting a focus on narrative for the upcoming game. Source: WCCFTech https://wccftech.com/metroid-prime-4-cinematic-emotional-story/

Travis Touchdown gets de-confrimed, Pikmin 3 gets a demo and legal battles ensue over Joy Con drift.

MINECRAFT!? Steve joins the fight in Smash Ultimate, Michael plays Mario 35 and Nintendo continues to mess around with limited digital releases. *Sources* Balan Wonderworld is reportedly Yuji Naka’s “One Chance” to do platformer games for Square Enix. Source: https://sea.ign.com/news/164232/balan-wonderworlds-next-gen-features-discussed-by-sonic-creator Oddworld: New ’n’ Tasty is coming to Nintendo Switch on October 27th Source: https://twitter.com/OddworldInc/status/1310967469129883648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1310967469129883648%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmynintendonews.com%2F2020%2F09%2F29%2Foddworld-new-n-tasty-coming-to-nintendo-switch-on-27th-october%2F Jump Rope Challenge, the simple game made during the COVID pandemic is no longer scheduled to be removed on 9/30 Source: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1311108506771128320?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1311108506771128320%7Ctwgr%5Eshare_3&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmynintendonews.com%2F2020%2F09%2F30%2Fjump-rope-challenge-will-not-be-delisted-from-the-switch-eshop-will-be-available-until-further-notice%2F

Microsoft buys Bethesda, Nintendo leaks their own game, and more patent speculation ensues with Pokemon Gold and Silver. Cottrello Games on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZGlT2ue5xg4me4Tr5gmgjQ *Sources* Michel Ancel, creator of beloved series like Rayman and Beyond Good and Evil has retired from the game industry after a 30+ year career. Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFRbPpnqCxu/ Microsoft has started the process of acquiring Zenimax Media, parent company og studios like Bethesda and id. Source: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/21/welcoming-bethesda-to-the-xbox-family/?ocid=Parterships_soc_omc_xbo_tw_Video_buy_9.21.1 Kirby Fighters 2, an upcoming eshop title has been leaked by non other than Nintendo Source: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2020/09/oops_nintendo_seems_to_have_accidentally_revealed_kirby_fighters_2 Patents for Pokemon Heart Gold and Soul Silver have been applied for in Japan Source: https://japanesenintendo.com/2020/09/23/pokemon-heartgold-soulsilver-trademarks/#more-134694

Michael gives early impressions on Mario 3D All Stars, 4K Switch rumors continue to run rampant, and Donkey Kong has had a slew of new patents filed in Japan.

Wii the People is back with new recording equipment for a more sound listening experience. In this episode, Michael and Matthew from Cottrello Games discuss Nintendo's now revealed 2020 lineup including Mario 3D All Stars and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.

Nintendo files new quality of life patents, two new Kongs join Mario Kart (Tour) and the brothers discuss Nintendo's 2020 lineup. Join the conversation: Patreon.com/wiithepeople

Nintendo randomly announces the next Paper Mario game, Covid-19 continues to disrupt the games economy, and speculation for Mario's 35th anniversary continues.