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Andy has returned from his Metroid Prime 4 venture just in time for a "Year In Review"! This week we'll be going over our thoughts on all things Zelda from the year 2025! For this past year in particular, it's almost impossible to review the Zelda franchise without also discussing the reveal and launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. And of course! This year brought us our first look at the Legend of Zelda movie! There's so much to review and speculate for next year so come join us as we go through the timeline that was 2025! FOR NEXT WEEK! We will be back to review 2025's Best Zelda Ever list! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Dec 15

The team is out of office this week, so we're pulling one from the Patreon vault! The very first episode of our new and improved bonus show! Welcome to the Zelda Cast XL, the new bonus show featuring podcasting's dynamic duo, Andy Spiteri and Gooey Fame! We're taking a new approach to our bonus shows and giving you more of what you love and letting you get more involved in the show itself! Each month, we'll have some fun and play a few games, answer some patreon questions, and discuss some Zelda topics on a more personal level. This month we are going back to the beginning of our fandom and discussing which Zelda game is the MOST nostalgic? Let us know what game gives you that nostalgic feeling. Also, be sure to leave questions, comments, or suggestions for us to tackle in future episodes! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Dec 8

This episode contains spoilers for Age of Imprisonment !! Welcome back for another episode of The Zelda Cast! This week, Andy is off handling Metroid business now that Metroid Prime 4 has released. That leaves Al to play host, and she is joined by the podcast’s Social Media Manager, Jules! We discuss Jules’ overall impression of Age of Imprisonment , as well as answer some thought provoking Daily Debates. Do the comparisons to Zelda game design make us want to play Metroid Prime 4 ? Should the stable system return in future Zelda games? Is Calamo a response to the “Korok Space Program”? Alasyn and Jules discuss these topics and more, so come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Dec 1

This episode contains end-game spoilers for Age of Imprisonment This week on the show, we are answering YOUR questions about Age of Imprisonment , tackling topics like: do we want the Hyrule Warriors series to continue? How in the world can Zelda be a descendant of Rauru and Sonia? Who were our favorite new characters to play as? Were Ganondorf and his Grim-gang compelling villains? Does Nintendo truly understand why fans were upset with Age of Calamity ? What were the biggest missed opportunities with the games story? All this, PLUS we go over Fall Brawl, talk about the latest episode of Middle-Earth: The Podcast , and wish Andy farewell as he takes the next week or two off for Metroid Prime 4 ! Come hang out with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Nov 24

We've reached the end, folks! This week we're going over our thoughts on the ending of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment ! What did we think about the final chapters of the game? By the end, what did we think of each character's story arc? Is the post-game enjoyable? Do the connections between Age of Imprisonment and Tears of the Kingdom feel properly portrayed? And most important of all, what is our final review score?? All this, PLUS our thoughts on the first official images from the Zelda movie, and Zelda Dungeon's Charity Art raffle for No Kid Hungry! Come hang out with us! For Next Week! We’ll be recording an Age of Imprisonment Q&A episode! Message us on Bluesky or submit your questions to our new The Zelda Cast category over on Zelda Dungeon’s Discord where we now have a dedicated Q&A question channel! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Nov 17

This episode does contain spoilers for chapters 3 and 4, and the playable roster of characters, of Age of Imprisonment !! With a bit more time to chew on Age of Imprisonment , the gang talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the game so far, including: how did we feel the four Sages came across? What were our thoughts on the Mysterious Construct flying levels? Initial reactions to Calamo? Should Koei-Temco make a Star Fox game? Does ancient Hyrule feel different enough from modern day Hyrule? Is the most polished Warriors gameplay there is? And finally... who signed off on this roster of playable characters??? All this, PLUS we address the Zelda Movie leaks, Zelda Dungeon's Fall Brawl character contest , and the early Metroid Prime 4 impressions! Come hang out with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Nov 10

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is finally out, and the guys have a lot to say about it! We go over our early impressions, detailing which playable characters we like, how we found the Sync-Strike system, how Tears of the Kingdom's Zonai devices are integrated into gameplay, what we think of the story so far, if it stays true to its claims of being canonical, and how the game starts off weirdly fast and slow at the same time. Lots of thought floating around, so come and get in on the action and tell us what you think! This episode does contain spoilers for chapter 1 and 2 of Age of Imprisonment !! Going forward, we'll be sure to very clearly state which chapters we cover so nothing gets ruined for you! If you want, save these episodes and come back when you're ready! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Nov 3

We are only a mere handful of days away from the release of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment , so this week, the gang give their final thoughts on the lead-up and last hopes for what the game will have or not. We discuss things like the story, the credibility Hyrule Warriors games will have in the future if this is another non-canonical tale, if this is the right game at the right time for the Switch 2, how Tears of the Kingdom set Age of Imprisonment up for failure, and more! All this, PLUS a few Daily Debate questions answered centring around the Virtual Boy and Wii U Zelda tech demo! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Oct 27

We're back again this week with a pitch! Andy has worked diligently on a rewritten story for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and is here to share it with the world! This version of the events in Age of Calamity aims to solve one of our biggest issues with the original game, its non-canon narrative. Join us as Andy presents his canonical "Spiteri Cut" of Age of Calamity - all while keeping the time travel elements intact! And let us know what you think of this version of events! Would you play this game? All this, PLUS our takes on the latest Age of Imprisonment trailer! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Oct 20

We're feeling quite peeved this week and what better way to air out our grievances than to go through Zelda Dungeon's Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom Pet Peeves List! For as beloved as these two games are, there are still many aspects that left Zelda Dungeon's writing team frustrated and we're here to weigh in. We'll be discussing mechanics like Blood Moons, open-ended puzzles, Tears of the Kingdom 's memories, being able to eat unlimited food in the midst of battle, and more! All this, PLUS Alasyn's initial thoughts on the recently released Pokemon Legends: Z-A ! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Oct 13

We're back for another week, and we've got plenty on the docket, including: looking back at Echoes of Wisdom one year later; what did this game do well, how could the echo system be improved, our thoughts on the story, the future of Zelda games with Zelda in the starring role, and what this game's legacy will end up being. We're also going over the new Age of Imprisonment news, debating about the Sage names, wondering why Tears of the Kingdom didn't make a big deal of these characters, and ultimately asking: three weeks out, are we really excited for this game? All this, PLUS some thoughts on Nintendo's weird animated Pikmin short, Silksong , and Hades II ! Get in here!! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Oct 6

We're back again this week with the launch of a new sub-series! Although we have covered other Zelda -like games in the past we thought that we would make it official and dub these episodes Inspired By Zelda! Today we're exploring a favorite Zelda -like of ours, Chicory: A Colorful Tale . Full of encouragement and creativity, this game has left a lasting impression on us and we're excited to share our experiences with you all! Zelda Dungeon Senior Editor, Nicole Scott has joined us this week as we cover the fantastic adventure that is Chicory: A Colorful Tale ! All this, PLUS Nicole's experience at Symphony of Seasons, the official Stardew Valley concert! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Sep 29

With the release of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment on the not so distant horizon, we've opened the floor once more to your submitted questions! This week we chimed in on questions like: Which regions of Hyrule are we most excited to see represented in Age of Imprisonment ? Do we think that we will learn more about the three ancient dragons and their origins? What would be the worst narrative choice for Age of Imprisonment to make? What could Nintendo do to make the Hyrule Warriors games more appealing to traditional Zelda fans? All this, PLUS our thoughts on Doug Bowser's retirement and our song picks from every Zelda game that we would like to hear a lo-fi rendition of! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Sep 22

A new Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment trailer can only mean one thing... you guessed it! It's time for a frame-by-frame analysis! This week, Andy and Alasyn are diving into the latest gameplay footage that was shown off during last week's Nintendo Direct. They'll be breaking the trailer down second by second so feel free to follow along! What insights and secrets can be gleamed from a two minute trailer? Let's find out together! All this plus some Zelda lofi discussion with the recent release of Coffee Date's Hyrule Café 3 ! For Next Week! We'll be recording a Q&A episode! Message us on Bluesky or submit your questions to our new The Zelda Cast category over on Zelda Dungeon's Discord where we now have a dedicated Q&A question channel! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Sep 15

We're back this week with another Nintendo Direct reaction episode! This week's showcase gave us 60 minutes of reveals and updates. More importantly, we now have a confirmed November 6th 2025 release date for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment ! In addition, we were shown some new game mechanics and the game's key art featuring a... mysterious hero? All this plus Andy's impassioned response in regards to the announcement of a second Kirby Air Riders Direct. Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Sep 8

We're here to bid farewell, once and for all, to the original Nintendo Switch console, as this week, we review Zelda Dungeon’s Top 25 Favorite Nintendo-Published Switch Games ! This staff feature, which was published by our amazing writing team, serves as a final homage to the hybrid console, and we go over the list to see what we agree and disagree with! Tons of Zelda games top the list as you might expect, but we also get in depth about how Pokemon , Metroid , Fire Emblem , Animal Crossing , and even Kirby did on the Switch, so come let us know what you think! All this, PLUS Al's thoughts on the Stardew Valley concert, Andy's thoughts on Silksong and The Last of Us Part 2 (so far!), and a tease for our next Hyrule Historia episode! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Sep 1

We're debuting a brand new sub series today, where we focus on the lore of a particular topic and dive in to give context, our opinions, and our thoughts! Appropriately enough, we've titled this series Hyrule Historia, and we thought what better way to kick it off than by examining what we know about the most famous conflict in the Zelda series: the Imprisoning War! We talk about the two different interpretations of this conflict, from A Link to the Past and Tears of the Kingdom , discuss how the timeline impacts these conflicts, if Demon King Ganondorf and Demise are one and the same, who could be the missing Sage of Forest (if anyone), and so much more! Tell us what you think of this new series and leave suggestions for what you'd like us to cover in the future! Don't forget to brush up on your copy of Hyrule Historia for future eps! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Aug 25

We're back again this week with more Zelda Daily Debates! We're chiming in on which decade of Zelda we think was the best, which board game we think should inspire a Zelda tabletop game, what Zelda titles could claim to be a Nintendo console's best game, and more! All this plus some discussion on Kirby Air Riders and the release date reveal for Hollow Knight: Silksong ! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Aug 18

Definitive Ranking is back, and this time, we're going back to 2007 to rank the maiden voyage on the Nintendo DS: Phantom Hourglass ! We’re Definitively Ranking the controversial title, assigning scores to each of the ten key categories that define a great Zelda game: the world, the art style, the gameplay, the pacing, the story, the music, the enemies and bosses, the dungeons, the items, and the side content. Andy and Al are on different pages, so come and weigh in and see which team you're on! All this, PLUS some Donkey Kong Bananza and Tales of the Shire discussion! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Aug 11

Zelda's Percentages returns! The premise remains the same: we make a statement and then assign a percentage on the likelihood of that statement coming true. This week we answered your submitted statements! We cover everything from the Legend of Zelda movie box office predictions, the possibility of Nintendo DS / 3DS games on NSO, and how many new mainline game entries will we see on Nintendo Switch 2? All this plus a lengthy "discussion" on what constitutes an A-List vs B-List Hollywood actor. Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Aug 6

UPDATE: Sooooo let's try that again! Last week, we had a technical snafu for this episode, aka, I named the previous weeks file 379 by mistake and then re-uploaded it this week. The right audio has since been uploaded, but I know a lot of you had a hard time getting the right episode, so I decided to just re-upload all together! Sorry for the trouble folks - let's all agree to blame it on Corey! Thanks all! - Andy Earlier this week, Nintendo showcased their latest Partner Direct, and in it, we saw the latest trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment ! While there wasn't a ton of info revealed, there was enough shown for us to sink our teeth into, including: who is the Gerudo sage, and could she be a familiar name to us? What or who is being built an the end of the trailer and could it be related to the Ancient Hero? What's up with Fi's theme playing at the end? These, plus many other questions, observations, and theories! All this, PLUS we go over the latest Nintendo financials and talk about what other games shown off in the Direct we're interested in! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Aug 4

Earlier this week, Nintendo showcased their latest Partner Direct, and in it, we saw the latest trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment ! While there wasn't a ton of info revealed, there was enough shown for us to sink our teeth into, including: who is the Gerudo sage, and could she be a familiar name to us? What or who is being built an the end of the trailer and could it be related to the Ancient Hero? What's up with Fi's theme playing at the end? These, plus many other questions, observations, and theories! All this, PLUS we go over the latest Nintendo financials and talk about what other games shown off in the Direct we're interested in! Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jul 28

The gang is back from the Zelda Dungeon Marathon and has a bit more time to fully digest the recent casting news in the upcoming Zelda movie! We go over and give our thoughts on Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Bo Bragason being cast as Link and Zelda, respectively. We also give our thoughts on what game the movie will most likely follow plot-wise, when we would have Link speak and who it could be modelled after, and list off several actors who could play Ganondorf! All this, PLUS some Marathon final thoughts, Middle-Earth: The Podcast news, and much more! Come hang out with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jul 21

Well, we didn't have a show last week because we were keeping a big secret - Andy was able to get a last minute trip booked to the 2025 Zelda Dungeon Marathon, which was an incredible success, raising nearly $12K for No Kid Hungry! This also meant that Andy and Al got to podcast together in person, and we decided that we wanted to let our friends and fellow attendee's get in on the action! We'll hear from Cal, Adrielle, Katherine, Sean, Ashtyn, Palimer, and so many more as we discuss an incredible week of gaming, charity, friendship, and so much more! PLUS, our thoughts on the new Zelda movie casting - more to come on that next week! Be well everyone! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jul 7

We're back this week and getting ready for the Zelda Dungeon Marathon next week, which you can read all about here ! Al will be attending, and she fills us in on what to expect. After that, we get into some Zelda Daily Debates, including how past Zelda games could work in voice notes, which Zelda characters are desperately missing from Smash Bros. , what our favorite version of Dark Link is, if we can expect to see Farosh, Dinraal, and Naydra's transformation in Age of Imprisonment , and more! All this, PLUS some discussion of the recent Microsoft layoffs, and a Linkin Bark cameo as he tries to answer a Daily Debate! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jun 30

The gang is away this week, so we're unlocking an awesome episode from our Patreon vault! Al is joining the fun this month, as we team up to discuss the best Collectathons in the series, as well as which games "gimmick" is our favorite! There are a ton of different options for both, so let us know where you land on some of our (controversial!) picks! If you want even MORE episodes like this, be sure to check out our Patreon page, which has tons of cool stuff for Zelda fans! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jun 23

The Switch 2 Edition reviews continue this week, as we take a look at Tears of the Kingdom! We discuss Auto-Build sharing, Rauru and Master Kohga's voice memories, how incredible the visual upgrades look, and whether or not time has changed how we feel about Link's open world adventure. This is the first time Andy has played since the game came out, so he shares his thoughts and opinions. We also discuss which games defined the Nintendo Switch for us, so come hop in and join in on the fun! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jun 16

We are back with more Switch 2 content, and this week we're diving into Breath of the Wild, Switch 2 Edition. But it's dangerous to go alone, so we took the new Zelda Notes app with us! In this episode we talk about the updated version of the game, and what it was like using the different tools that Zelda Notes has to offer. From a daily bonus and amiibo registration, to the incredible interactive map. And of course, we can't forget about all the new voice memories we found along the way. Come hang out with us and let us know if you've had a chance to use the Zelda Notes app along your new adventures as well. Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jun 9

After a long and turbulent road to get here, Nintendo's latest console is finally here! We talk about our first impressions for the Nintendo Switch 2, how picking it up went, our thoughts on the screen, how the Joy-Con 2's feel, express disappointment in the eShop being a disaster still, what we think of Mario Kart World , and some of of the performance boosts from other games, and our thoughts on the next big game to come! Come and hang out with us and let us know your thoughts for the Nintendo Switch successor so far! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Jun 2

Definitive Ranking is back, and we're finally discussing the game everyone has been asking for: Breath of the Wild , arguably the most important Zelda game ever released. We’re Definitively Ranking the revolutionary title, assigning scores to each of the ten key categories that define a great Zelda game: the world, the art style, the gameplay, the pacing, the story, the music, the enemies and bosses, the dungeons, the items, and the side content. We pay our respects to one of the greats while also giving some fair critiques, so come and let us know what you think! All this, PLUS we are THRILLED to announce Middle-Earth: The Podcast, a new show featuring Andy, Al, and Corey as they talk about the books, movies, games, and everything in-between relating to J.R.R. Tolkien's incredible legendarium! Catch the first episode when it drops later this month on Patreon.com/SPNet ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 26

After a lengthy layover, Hot Takes returns this week, and we asked YOU to submit your spiciest takes about some of the divisive Zelda games ever made: Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks ! We react to what you had to say about the DS titles, weighting in on topics like the Temple of the Ocean King's Pacing, Byrne as an underrated character, the soundtrack of Phantom Hourglass, and if the games would be more beloved if they were console games. All this, PLUS a little followup on the Sages from Age of Imprisonment ! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 18

With Alasyn taking the week off this week, Andy calls on his wife - and decided non- Zelda expert - Samantha Spiteri to step in this week to come and out her Zelda knowledge to the test! We go back and forth, asking beginner trivia for Sam and expert Zelda trivia for Andy to see which Spiteri is the ultimate expert! It's a total family affair, and Link the dog makes a cameo and Zora the cat struts in as well, PLUS we hear Sam's experience with the Zelda series, both firsthand and through second hand exposure! Come and play with us and see which competitor comes out on top! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 12

Everyone's favorite game show Zelda's Percentages returns this week! The premise is simple: we make a statement and then assign a percentage on how likely to be true that statement is, and this week, it's even easier, as every questions " ______ will be a playable character in Age of Imprisonment ". We go over some shoes ins, like Ganondorf or Sonia, to some borderline plausible characters, like Twinrova or Master Kohga, to some far out there longshots, like Din, Farore, and Nayru! Come play along with us and let us know your Zelda's Percentages! Next week, HOT TAKES is back, and this time focused on Phantom Hourglass , so give us your spiciest takes on that game and we'll react! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 5

After a few hectic weeks of non-stop news about the Switch 2, we're finally settling into more of a calmer week, as we have a nice and chill time answering some of the Zelda Dungeon writing team's Daily Debates ! On the table today: what other films can the Zelda movie take inspiration from? Do the Oracle games feel fulfilling without linking the games and fighting Ganon? What is the actual point of the Nintendo Today app? Zelda aside, which franchise made the jump to 3D best? When might the next Zelda game be headed to NSO? Is Teba's lack of rizz the reason why he was replaced as a Sage? All this, PLUS a little Star Wars talk on our Twitch channel and p lugging Omega Metroid's Metroid Prime Hunters Single-Player and Multiplayer Walkthrough ! Come and hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 28

We're back with part two of our Age of Imprisonment / Switch 2 / life as a Nintendo fan lately Q&A, and we have a ton of fun questions and theories to get through, including: Andy's insistence that we see Din, Nayru, and Farore in the new Hyrule Warriors game; how will the Tingle Tuner work in The Wind Waker on NSO? How could the Zelda series best utilize the mouse controls on the Switch 2? Which Zelda characters have a shot to be added to Mario Kart World ? Is it possible we already know the identities of the ancient sages in the Imprisoning War? Is the Ancient Hero's Aspect somehow related to Rauru and Sonia? All this, PLUS our horror stories trying to pre-order a Switch 2! Come and have a fun start to the week with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 21

With the dust settling with the Switch 2 announcement, we finally get to all of your listener questions, and boy oh boy, did you guys come through! So much actually that we had to break up the episode into two parts! This week, we're tackling questions like: do we think we'll play as the Ancient Hero Aspect in Age of Imprisonment ? What do we think of the Zelda movie's release date? Is Tears of the Kingdom's Imprisoning War the same as Skyward Sword's ? Would Rauru be a good fit for the next Smash Bros. game? All this, PLUS our thoughts on the Switch 2 pre-order situation (seemingly) sorting itself out in North America, thoughts on amiibo pricing, and more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 14

Andy and Al are back at it after a crazy week of news updates regarding tariffs, Switch 2 pre-orders, and misinformation about game prices, to only name a few things! We catch everybody up on the latest happenings, and then finally jump into the Age of Imprisonment trailer to dissect who we might be playing as, what details we can discern from the footage, and if we believe Nintendo that this time, the Hyrule Warriors story will be canonical or not! We're doing a Q&A next week, so make sure to head over to Bluesky, Discord, or Spotify to leave a comment and question! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 7

Strap in, because there's a lot to talk about this week. Just a few short days after the Switch 2 Direct, the real world geopolitical landscape took center stage to create a perfect storm surrounding Nintendo's latest console, the price of its games, the delay in pre-orders, and fan outrage - towards both Nintendo and the government. We try and unpack a crazy past coupe of days to make sense of everything, give our feelings and opinions, and offer some suggestions to those upset about the price. Due to the nature of the situation, this episode won't be for everyone, so if you just want to talk Zelda only, skip to about the 40 minute mark on the show. Let us know what your thoughts are, and we'll keep the updates coming as we get them! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 2

As a little bonus, here's our Switch 2 Direct watchalong audio in podcast form! You can also watch the full video VOD here. Enjoy! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 2

WOW! Today was the day that Nintendo fans have been waiting for: The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, and boy what a show we got! After months of anticipation since the January 18th reveal of the console and a lower key Switch 1 Direct last week to briefly tide us over, Nintendo finally delivered the megaton of Switch 2 information that we've been craving. Among the key announcement were the price and release date , Mario Kart World, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment , Donkey Kong Bananza, Kirby Air Riders, GameCube games coming to Nintendo Switch Online , loads of killer 3rd party titles, console specs, voice chat and screen sharing, options to upgrade your Switch 1 games - including Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom , and FINALLY, the confirmation of METROID PRIME 4: BEYOND – NINTENDO SWITCH 2 EDITION ! It's a Zelda Cast x Omega Metroid crossover, as Andy Spiteri , Doominal Crossing and Alasyn Eletha watch the Direct live and give their full comprehensive thoughts on the presentation. Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 24

It's been a long time coming, but we're finally discussing one of the greatest games of all time in a more in-depth manor: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past ! We're Definitively Ranking the game, assigning scores to each of the ten key categories that define a great Zelda game: the world, the art style, the gameplay, the pacing, the story, the music, the enemies and bosses, the dungeons, the items, and the side content. We pay our respects to one of the greats while also giving some fair critiques, so come and let us know what you think! JUST AS A REMINDER THERE IS NO SHOW NEXT MONDAY! Instead, we'll be livestreaming the Switch 2 Direct on our Twitch channel and releasing the episode later that day, April 2nd! See you then! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 17

We're getting closer to the launch of the Switch 2 and to fill the time, we are taking your questions this week! We asked you guys for your fan questions, and you delivered in a big way. We're covering a whole variety of topics, including: what changes to the Tears of the Kingdom's Depths would have made them more engaging? What item from a 3D game would work well in a 2D game and vice versa? Would we be interested in a Zelda visual novel game? Who has the best facial hair in the Zelda series? What's the best starter game for a new Zelda fan? What's our favorite region from Breath of the Wild ? All this, and so many more! Make sure to check out our live stream of the Switch 2 direct on our Twitch channel on April 2nd , and don't forget to check out Musical March Madness 2025 . See you next week! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 10

For the seventh year now, Musical March Madness returns ! As the name implies, this is Zelda Dungeon's take on the traditional March Madness bracket, with our favorite Zelda songs taking the place of college basketball teams competing in 64-song single elimination tournament until there's only one left! This week, we're joined by the flounder of Zelda Dungeon himself, Mases Hagopian , to go over each matchup and pick our favorites until there is only one left! Come along for the ride and make sure to fill out your own prediction for the tournament! Musical March Madness runs March 14-30th! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 3

We're back, and with the end of the Switch's life coming this year, we thought it would be a nice time to reflect back on the console that has been with us for our entire run on the Zelda Cast. We talk about our top favorite games from the console, which feature a who's who of familiar favorites and a few smaller entries that snuck in as well. Super Mario , Metroid , Fire Emblem , Stardew Valley , and more all show up, plus a debate on the legacy of Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild . We're doing a Q&A next week, so come and make your voices heard and get your questions in! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 24

Andy returns after the smashing success that was the Omega Metroid Marathon ! We get together to discuss a few different topics, including our Marathon experiences, reviewing the ZD Social Media Team's Top 10 favorite dungeon list - which included some big surprises - and how their list differed from ours, and answering some Daily Debates regarding music, Nintendo's IP's, Switch 2 features, and more! Come hang out with us as we have a light and breezy episode! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 17

Alasyn is joined this week by The Zelda Cast producer Cal, and ZD YouTube extraordinaire Corey Richmond, and we decided that it was time to bring "Guess That Zelda Location" back from the grave! A spin-off on the classic "Guess That Zelda Character", this is Al's favorite game to play whenever Andy is away. So join in on the fun as we try to guess each other's Zelda locations in 16 questions or less! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 10

This week, we're taking the show a place it's never gone before: back to the launch of the Wii U! We're reviewing the Zelda -themed attraction Battle Quest , which was one of twelve Nintendo franchise themed mini games included in the Wii U launch title / showcase game Nintendo Land ! We talk about the levels, swordfighting with the Wiimote versus archery with the Game Pad, the design of the sock-puppet characters, if Nintendo Land contributed to the Wii U's poor first impression, some of the other attractions in the game, and maybe most importantly: if there was a reason we had never talked about Battle Quest before. Come listen, and don't forget: TWO DAYS until you can come support Andy and the Omega Metroid team as they stream on YouTube Feb 12-16 raising money for the Trevor Project ! See the full details, schedules, special guests and more here ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 3

Andy's back! After two weeks off gallivanting doing who-knows-what, Spiteri rejoins the show to catch up with Al and give some thoughts on Nintendo's reveal of the Switch 2 and what we can expect from the console. We also take a quick trip through memory lane, talking about the Zelda series and its growth over the Switch era, looking at all the games and different ways Nintendo them more accessible to new players. Lastly, we talk sales figures for Breath of the Wild, some other major Nintendo franchises, and remember our Switch memories as the sun starts to set on the Big N's hybrid console. Lastly - WE HAVE AN OMEGA METROID MARATHON TO ANNOUNCE! Come support Andy and the Omega Metroid team as they stream on YouTube Feb 12-16 raising money for the Trevor Project ! See the full details, schedules, special guests and more here ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 27

Al is at the helm once again, and this week she is joined by one of The Zelda Cast's producers, Cal! Now, many might not know this, but this mashup happened once before, on a Zelda Cast Top Tens Patreon episode last summer. Well, that happens to be the inspiration for today's episode. Alasyn and Cal decided to expand beyond their opinions of that one bonus episode, and share their top picks on every bonus episode! What are the best sound effects from the series? The best Zelda theories? Or what about the best single-dungeon-use item? Join us as we get into all these topics and more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 20

Welcome back for a new episode of the BEST Zelda podcast ever, folks! This week, Al is joined by The Zelda Cast's social media manager, Jules! In celebration of The Minish Cap's 20th anniversary (per the North American release on January 10th, 2005), we get down to business and definitively rank the most charming Zelda game. We discuss the game's world, story, pacing, dungeons, side content and more! And don't worry, we didn't forget about that little nugget of news Nintendo dropped earlier this week! Give us a listen to hear our initial thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, our Minish Cap rankings, and more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 13

With no new news of the Switch 2 this week, we're turning to Zelda Dungeon's amazing writing team to answer a bunch of Daily Debates! Some of the topics include: what Zelda game has gotten better with age? What's the most underrated villain in the series? What accomplishment in the series that we have done are we the most proud of? What name do we always mispronounce? What's our thoughts on Nintendo Music so far? All this, and so much more! Come hang with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 6

We're doing things a bit differently this week and celebrating SEVEN years of this podcast by doing a special Q&A that's not necessarily about Zelda , but about Andy and Al as hosts! We're talking about the early days of the show, telling stories, and answering questions about favorite Lord of the Rings lines and moments, what our favorite songs of 2024 were, what JRPG series are amongst our favorites, Zelda ROM hacks and what game we'd make, why certain spinoffs aren't included in Best Zelda Ever, and so much more! Thank you to everyone for the support over the last 7 years! We can't wait to celebrate with you in 7 more years! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 30, 2024

Just in time for the end of the year, Zelda Dungeon has published it's biggest yearly feature: Best Zelda Ever ! This years list features Echoes of Wisdom's debut, games rising and falling down the list, and some shocking placements of beloved classics. Andy and Al both contributed to the list and review it game-by-game to see what we agree with, what we disagree with, and why we placed some of our pick where we did. Make sure you check out the list for yourself to see where your favorite game landed ! This is our final show of 2024, so from all of us, Happy New Year!! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 16, 2024

Happy Monday, Zelda fans. This week, we've got a breezy show that focuses on Okami's return at The Game Awards and our thoughts on the state of Geoff Keighly's show, what we thought the high points and low points for the Zelda franchise were in 2024, and what we can expect to see from the series in 2025 - everything from the debut of the Switch 2, possible casting news in the Zelda Movie, ports finally coming to Switch to fill time, and maybe even a new Zelda game announced?? Come and hang with us, and just FYI - no new show next week, as we're taking the week off for the holidays! From everyone at the Zelda Cast, have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 9, 2024

Our Echoes of Wisdom coverage is coming to an end for now, as this week, we put a bow on our last few weeks worth of coverage by assigning a final score to each of the ten key categories that define a great Zelda game: the world, the art style, the gameplay, the pacing, the story, the music, the enemies and bosses, the dungeons, the items, and the side content. We debate, discuss, and talk about how this game was exactly what Zelda fans needed. All this, PLUS a little Lord of the Rings , Game of Thrones , and cozy gaming discussion! Come hang out with us. Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 2, 2024

We are finally taking all of your Echoes of Wisdom questions this week, and you guys didn't disappoint! We're covering a wide variety of topics, including: do we want to see more games where you play as Zelda? Specifically, do we want to see a direct sequel to Echoes ? Should Zelda games reuse/reimagine the same overworld more often? Is Echoes more of a kid-friendly game than Tears of the Kingdom ? Who's our favorite new character in the latest Zelda game? How does Echoes impact how we think about A Link to the Past and A Link Between Worlds ? All this, PLUS some thoughts on the officially announced timeline placement! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 24, 2024

Our Echoes of Wisdom coverage rolls on, as this week we're definitively ranking all of the many bosses from Zelda's adventure! We ran into some disagreements, particularly about the final boss, and we gushed over some returning bosses that the series hasn't seen in a minute, so we'll definitely need everyone to weigh in and let us know what your list looks like! PLUS, we talk a little Middle Earth & Chill and Black Friday Zelda deals! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 18, 2024

We're finally diving right into our thoughts on the story of Echoes of Wisdom ! A lot of the conversation revolves around Null, its reveal, its origins, and the pacing of its plot and the reveals, and how we might have altered it, if at all. We're also discussing Tri and how it compared to other companions, how Link was handled, our thoughts on story vs gameplay, how returning characters were handled and our favorite new characters, and so much more! Come hang out with us and let us know your thoughts on Echoes ' story! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 11, 2024

Echoes of Wisdom has a plethora of sidequests, so today we're talking about some of our favorites! From option bosses to wrecked ships to chatty cats and everything in between, come hear what sidequests stuck with us! All this, plus Echoes of Wisdom's sales figures, Switch 2 news, and Zelda movie news! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 4, 2024

With our Echoes of Wisdom playthrough at an end, it's now time to shift focus to the individual characteristics in this game and see how they stack up! First on the docket is definitively ranking the dungeons! We have eight dungeons to get through, so sit back as we go from Suthorn all the way to Null's Body and talk about worked and didn't, with special focus on dungeon items, dungeon echoes, music, puzzles and boss fights! All this, PLUS a little Halloween recap, our thoughts on the Nintendo Music app, and the launch of Dungeon Runners ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 28, 2024

Our journey playing through Echoes of Wisdom comes to an end, as this week, we finish the fight and try to save Hyrule once and for all! On tap this week: our thoughts on the mysterious Eternal Forest, finding the Lynel and grabbing its echo, the Deku Tree and it's guarding of the Prime Energy, the last Still World section, the final dungeon, and the final showdown with the source of the rifts! Plus, we give our thoughts on the ending, whether we think Tri is a great companion or not, and where Echoes of Wisdom stands among it's fellow Zelda games! All this, PLUS we talk about Halloween movies and what our scariest moments are! Don't miss out, and happy Halloween everyone! In case it wasn't obvious, there will be end-game spoilers in this episode, so do NOT listen if you have not completed Echoes of Wisdom ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 21, 2024

Our Echoes of Wisdom journey is drawing to a close, as this week, we recount our experiences in three separate regions and learn what – and who! – is causing the rifts all over Hyrule! We’re talking about Eldin Volcano, Faron Wetlands, and Holy Mount Lanayru, discussing all the wonderful new characters we met, the incredible dungeons, some of the best boss fights in 2D Zelda history, and the reveal of the source of the rifts! There’s tons happening this week, strap in as we head towards the finish line! There will be spoilers for all three regions in this episode, so proceed with caution! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 14, 2024

Our Echoes of Wisdom journey continues, as this week, we're taking a trip around Hyrule as we reach the halfway point of the game! We talk about our thoughts on the Smoothie system, what use we found for Automations, horse riding and the fine folk at Hyrule Ranch, our thoughts on this version of Kakariko Village and how we like the Slumber Dojo, and of course, our return to Hyrule Castle to combat the giant rift! All this, PLUS some Thanksgiving talk to kick off a holiday weekend! This podcast has spoilers for the middle portion, specifically Hyrule Castle, sections of the game, so be warned! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 7, 2024

Our journey as Princess Zelda through Echoes of Wisdom's Hyrule continues this week, as Andy and Al get a little deeper in the game! We talk about two different regions in the game, their similarities to Breath of the Wild , our quick thoughts on the dungeons and bosses, which new characters really stood out for us, what new echoes we've grown reliant on, what path we decided to take to get to each area, and so much more! All this, PLUS a scary Zora the cat story, some cool new Omega Metroid news , and more! This podcast has spoilers for the Gerudo Desert and Jabul Waters sections of the game, so be warned! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 30, 2024

It's finally here! Echoes of Wisdom released this last week, so over the next several weeks the gang will be giving their thoughts and impressions as we progress through the game! This week, we're covering the opening up until the first Dungeon, talking about how we feel about how the echoes feel, drawbacks with selecting them, our thoughts on Tri so far, Swordfighter form, the games performance, music, and so much more! There will be spoilers for the first hour or so of the game, so be warned! Going forward, we'll let everyone know what sections we're covering so you fan avoid spoilers! That being said, come and listen to our early impression of the newest Zelda game! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 23, 2024

We are one week away from the newest entry into the Zelda series, so this week, a reunited Andy and Al go over all the things that they are hoping Echoes of Wisdom includes! On the talking block this week: dungeon structure and a more linear progression, fun and intricate sidequests and collectables, outfits from Zelda's past for Princess Zelda, the rise of a new and awesome villain, amiibo releasing down the road, a killer soundtrack, and so much more! All this, PLUS we touch on some Switch 2 rumors, talk a little Avril Lavigne, Coffee Date's new lofi album and so much more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 16, 2024

The gang are away this week, but never fear! We have a Patreon unlock for you! in an episide that originally aired in February of 2024, Andy and Al talk all things LOOOOVEEE as we count down the top love interests that Link has had in the series (sorry guys, no Sidon, though we tried), from the fun and cute flings to the heartbreaking romances that destiny just wouldn't allow. Plus, we're counting down the best Zelda announcement trailers of all time (only rule is the trailer needed to provide new information)! From the epic Breath of the Wild 2017 trailer all the way back to the days of the early 2000's in the hallowed pages of Electronic Gaming Monthly, we're taking a trip through memory lane. Come hang out with us and let us know what you think! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 9, 2024

This week Andy is away, so Al is joined by Zelda Dungeon's Editor in Chief, Rod Lloyd! Rod is here to share about his experience at PAX West and his thoughts after playing the demo for Echoes of Wisdom ! What portion of the game did he get to play? What kind of Echoes did he get to encounter? How did he feel about puzzles and combat after all was said and done? Rod and Al chat about all this, as well as the Hyrule Café 2 album, the recent Zelda timeline kerfuffle, and more! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 2, 2024

It was a busy week for Nintendo, as in addition to putting on Zelda -themed booth at PAX West, they also dropped a new Echoes of Wisdom trailer showing off tons of new footage and abilities! We're joined by our good friend Corey Richmond this week as we break down the trailer and give our thoughts and takeaways; we go over the Still World, the void that only Zelda and Tri can enter; discuss our excitement for the return of traditional dungeons; and debate if the Swordfighter ability was truly needed, or if it's a step backwards for Princess Zelda. We wrap it up with some stray observations and other notes on things that stood out in the trailer - if you want to watch it in video form, check out here ! All this, PLUS we give some quick thoughts on the Indie and Partner Direct, plus a little Zelda Cartoon and Rings of Power chatter! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 26, 2024

We're back for part two of our Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom hot takes (and a few Age of Calamity ones in there too!). This week, we're tackling subjects like: was Yunobo the best character across the Wild era games? Do the Divine Beast dungeons offer a more welcoming for new players puzzle experience? Was it disappointing the Pirates in Lurelin were just Moblins? Are Remote Bombs the best rune/ability? Is Colgera seriously the most disappointing boss in the game? Was Calamity Ganon more interesting than Ganondorf? All this and so much more, PLUS our thought on the Nintendo Museum and strange American geography! Come have a blast with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast!

Aug 19, 2024

One of our favorite segments returns this week! We asked for YOUR spiciest hot takes regarding Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom , and boy oh boy, you guys delivered, SO MUCH SO that this will be PART 1 of a two part episode! We're reacting to all sorts of takes, including: is Tears a great experience, or just glorified DLC? Is Cece's Mushroom hat better than the Couples Mask? Would Kohga have been a better choice of villain than Ganondorf? Do fighting bosses again in the Depths diminish the impact of fighting them in a dungeon? Speaking of, are the dungeons of Tears and Breath of the Wild better than many traditional dungeons? All this and so much more! If you want to contribute next week, feel free to do so, and we can even get Age of Calamity in on the action! Until next week! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 12, 2024

Hello Zelda fans! We got a nice treat this week, as Nintendo randomly dropped about 6 minutes of footage from Echoes of Wisdom for us to sink our teeth into! We discuss TONS of things shown off, including out thoughts on Bond and Reverse Bond and how that impacts the gameplay, smoothies and how they seem to be a proxy for Elixirs, the confirmation of side quests and an adventure log, our first look at Impa and King Hyrule, Zelda's new outfits, our thoughts on the new regions in the game, and of course, Zelda's horse riding skills! All this, PLUS a little Borderlands Movie talk and some cool Omega Metroid announcements ! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 5, 2024

After a long, LONG layover, we are back streaming Ocarina of Time Randomizer by popular demand! Last time we we played, we had just beaten King Dodongo but got stuck with a lack of items trying to get into Jabu Jabu's Belly, so this time, we're scouring Hyrule looking for upgrades! We venture to Kakariko Village, Goron City, the Lost Woods, and Gerudo Valley in search of items, PLUS Andy learns that Epona can jump across the Gerudo bridge, we find the Megaton Hammer in the Gerudo Training Grounds, and discover the location of the Hookshot - although it's just out of reach! W had a blast, and if you want to watch the full video, click here to go to our Twich page ! Ocarina of Time Randomizer WILL be back! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 29, 2024

Andy and Al are off this week, so we're uploading a really fun conversation our YouTube Crew had involving the bosses of Tears of the Kingdom ! The Tier Force Heroes gang is getting together to rank every boss from the game in a (you guessed it) tier based on how much they liked or didn't like them! Enjoy this episode this week and then get ready for Ocarina of Time Randomizer coming back next week, Aug 4th at 12pm MST, live over on our Twitch channel ! In the meantime, make sure to check out the TFH gang and subscribe to them! Gooey: @gooeyfame | Nico: https://linktr.ee/nicotendo64 | Corey: @r2d93 | McKenna: @mckliz2 | YouTube: @thezeldadungeon Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 22, 2024

It's time again for everyone's favorite hypothetical Zelda game to return! That's right - Zelda's Percentages is back after 9 months! The premise is very simple: we make a hypothetical statement and assign a percentage on the likelihood of that statement coming true. This week is Echoes of Wisdom focused, as we touch on if the game can break 10 million in sales, whether Shiek makes a cameo appearance, if there will be a brand new villain, and if we'll end up fighting Link at some point in the game! We also sprinkle in some general Zelda questions, like if the Zelda movie will end up with a critics score of 75% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes, if Princess Zelda is playable in the next Mario Kart game, if Nintendo will ever acknowledge the Zelda timeline again, and so much more! Come play along with us, and get ready for the return of Ocarina of Time randomizer next week! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 15, 2024

ith its recent addition to Nintendo Switch Online's Game Boy Advance roster, we decided to switch it up (get it!?) a little bit and do a different kind of episode this week! We wrangled together Gooey Fame of Virtual Theater / Flashback 64 and Zelda Dungeon legend Josh Zelinsky to play The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords from start to finish! We battle Vaati, our internet connection, and each other through all four levels while also discussing things like Four Sword's legacy, its influence on Minish Cap and Four Swords Adventures , differences between the original and Anniversary Edition , and so much more! You can listen in podcast form of course, but consider checking out the full VOD to get the whole experience ! Let us know what you think of Four Swords! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 8, 2024

This week, we're putting a bow (for now!) on our Echoes of Wisdom announcement coverage as we answer some of Zelda Dungeon's Daily Debates regarding the new game, and sprinkle a few about Zelda in general for good measure too! On the docket this time: will Link and Zelda speak in game? Will Echoes of Wisdom lean more open world or have a more linear progression? Should we expect this game to be in the Downfall timeline? Is Zelda going to abandon the Triforce going forward? How could Nintendo improve its online experience? What's the most celebratory moment in the series? All this, and so much much more! Don't miss next week, as we'll be live streaming Four Swords and giving our thoughts and trying to co-exist! The stream starts at 12 pm MST July 14th over on our Twitch page ! See you all then! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 1, 2024

We're back this week answering all of your Echoes of Wisdom questions! On the docket, we have subjects like: do we think that the combat of Echoes could get repetitive? Will there be a playable Link section in this game, or just strictly Zelda? Where in the timeline do we see this game falling? Are dungeons making their return, and if so, do they play more like traditional 2D dungeons? Speaking of, ill the dungeon maker mode from Link's Awakening 2019 return? Is one of the most proud traditions in Zelda - the trading sequence - due for a return? All this and so much more, PLUS a little tease for an upcoming show! Come and hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jun 19, 2024

It's a special WEDNESDAY edition of the Zelda Cast, and for good reason: for the first time in almost 40 years, we now have a Zelda game where you play as Princess Zelda! The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom was announced in Tuesday's Nintendo Direct, a brand new Zelda game starring the titular character and a mysterious fairy named Tri who need to save Link and Hyrule! We get together and discuss our reactions to the trailer, the fact that we finally get to play as Zelda, what we think of the echo system, how fantastic the toy art style looks, our appreciation for Grezzo, and how stoked we are that it's 99 days and counting away! From there, we flip over and talk Four Swords coming to NSO finally with online play! We're also talking about everything else shown off in the Nintendo Direct, from Perfect Dark to Mario & Luigi to Donkey Kong Country Returns to, of course, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond ( if you want to hear Andy and the Omega guys' reaction to that trailer, check out their episode here! ) Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jun 17, 2024

With Al the the Zelda Dungeon Marathon and Andy away in New York, we're unlocking a Zelda Cast Top Tens Patreon episode! We're back with another couple of Top Ten lists to get into! This month, I'm joined by Zelda Cast producer Adrielle Munger as we dive into the adorable world of Zelda pets! We belt out our top tens of pets we would want to have and pets that already exist in the Zelda series! After we have some fun, we get down to business and discuss the ten best bosses that you do not fight in a dungeon! While there is a lot of Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild as you might expect, we reach a little deeper and pull out some hidden gems for you to relive! Make sure you let us know what you think our of lists! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jun 10, 2024

We're back with part TWO of our Zelda -themed "Would You Rather?" Fan Q&A! On the docket today: Would we rather collect every Korok seed or ship part from Phantom Hourglass ? Would we rather the Zelda movie be awful, or not made at all? Would we rather leave out the Triforce or Master Sword from the next Zelda game? Would we rather the Hover Boots return or the Iron Boots? Would we rather all future dungeons are Divine Beast style or have every game take place in Breath of the Wild's Hyrule? Would we rather Zelda VR or Metroid VR? All this and so much more, PLUS some discussion about Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Silmarillion, and Summer Game Fest! Come hang out with us, and FYI - no stream next week! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jun 3, 2024

We have a really fun episode of the show for you this week! We asked for your Zelda -themed "would you rather" questions, and you guys delivered so much that we had to split the episode into two parts! A couple of the questions we had fun with include: would you rather get a brand new Zelda right away and wait for the Switch 2 for ten years, or vice versa? Would you rather play Tri Force Heroes solo or 100% Hyrule Warriors ? Would we rather all future Zelda games are open world, or traditional 3D titles? Would we have rather had a more fleshed out Sky or more fleshed out Depths in Tears o the Kingdom ? All this, plus a ton more! We're also giving our thoughts on the new Zelda LEGO, following up on our Definitive Ranking of the OG Legend of Zelda , and wishing everyone a happy Pride Month! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 27, 2024

It's time to kick it old school with another entry into our Definitive Ranking series, this time, examining the game that started it all: The Legend of Zelda ! We’re going through ten critical categories that make up the ingredients to a Zelda game – world, story, pacing, art style, dungeons, bosses/enemies, items, gameplay, extras, and music – and assigning them each a score to see how the original game stacks up against all of the legendary entries that came after it! Some of the scores will be no-brainers, while others might leave you scratching your head, so come along and play with us, and of course, be sure to share what you think! All this, PLUS a little movie talk, our favorite NES titles and more! Come hang out with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 20, 2024

We're back this week continuing the discussion around Tears of the Kingdom , except this time, we're comparing and contrasting it to three other direct sequels in the Zelda franchise: Majora's Mask , Phantom Hourglass, and A Link Between Worlds ! We go over what makes a game a direct sequel in our eyes, how each game changed up the gameplay from its predecessors, if there was enough new content to make the sequel feel distinct, and so much more! We're also covering the reaction to our Tears of the Kingdom anniversary episode, so come and hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 13, 2024

It's hard to believe, but it's been one year since the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom , so this week, we're reflecting back on the game and talking about how our thoughts or opinions have changed or been cemented now that the dust has settled. We discuss Tears' legacy as a sequel, as a standalone Zelda game, and where it ranks among our favorite Zelda games. Andy and Al both have strong opinions on the game, and they don't necessarily agree either, so get ready for a killer show! All this, PLUS we touch on Nintendo's announcement of the Switch 2 coming this fiscal year, what that means for the rest of 2024 and 2025, and our thoughts and fears surrounding that. Come hang with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 6, 2024

Unfortunately, Andy is out sick this week. So we thought we’d take it easy and discuss some of ZD’s latest Daily Debates! And joining Al in place of Andy is The Zelda Cast’s podcast producer extraordinaire, Adrielle! Here’s what’s up for discussion: What is the best final dungeon in the Zelda series? Is Adventure of Link really that bad? What is our favorite item in our personal Zelda collections? And also, what the heck are the snapper turtles saying in Majora’s Mask ? Absolutely riveting topics up for debate. Join us for those and so much more on this week’s episode of The Zelda Cast! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 29, 2024

Al's away and Andy's taking a spa day this week, so we have a first for our show: we're unlocking the very first episode of the Zelda Cast Top Tens that we ever did! For our debut episode, the one and only Alasyn Eletha joins the show for a double header Top Ten list: The moment emotional moments in the Zelda series, and the cheeky-but-fun Top Ten Ugliest Twilight Princess characters (paying off a running joke that's been running hard since episode one!). From waking the Wind Fish to parting goodbyes to recent moments of sacrifice, Andy and Al go over everything that will tug on your heart strings! To get access to The Zelda Cast Top Tens , as well as Omega Metroid's The Great Metroid Area Ranking and Virtual Theater's The Spiteri's Review , consider signing up to SPNet on Patreon! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 22, 2024

It's time for the triumphant return of the best game in this Legend of Zelda business - The Zelda Cast's Guess That Zelda Character! The premise is simple - we have 16 yes or no questions to guess a Zelda character from any game in the series! This time around, our competitors are "The Canadian Nightmare" Andy Spiteri , "The Rain Waker" Alasyn Eletha , and "Main Event" Jules Gia . Come play along with us and try not to pull your hair out as we try and one up each other putting our Zelda knowledge to the test! All this, PLUS we touch on the Indie Direct and give our thoughts and what it could mean for the Switch 2! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 15, 2024

Welcome back to the show this week, as we delve into a fantastic new Zelda fan album from acclaimed producer Jokabi and record label GameChops called " Zelda's Lofi Kingdom "! This is a soothing, melodic album that remixes some of the best tracks from Tears of the Kingdom , so this week, we delve in and review the album, talking our favorite tracks, nicest remixes, differences between this album and the Zelda & Chill series, what tracks we might have left off and what tracks we would have included, and so much more! Make sure to come and listen and stream "Zelda's Lofi Kingdom" on Spotify , Youtube , and more, and check out the official page on GameChops ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 8, 2024

Recently, our Zelda Dungeon Writing Staff released a feature that collected the various writers' SPICIEST Zelda hot takes, and just like we did on the podcast a few months ago, we're now reacting to each take and assigning it a SPICE meter. On the table: is the downfall timeline the only logical conclusion for the timeline to go following the events of Ocarina of Time ? And speaking of that game, is nostalgia the only thing keeping it atop our Best Zelda Ever lists? Is Ballad of the Goddess and Saria's Song overrated? Would Twilight Princess be just fine without Princess Zelda? Are Mipha and Revali compelling characters? All this and so much more are discussed! Are these takes Eldin Hot, Hebra Cold, or somewhere in between? Listen to find out, and let us know what your own hot takes are! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 1, 2024

Welcome to a nice and cozy edition of the show today, as have a chill time answering some of the amazing Daily Debates our Writing Team ha created! On the docket today: is 5-6 years between 3D Zelda games the new norm now, and if so, should it be? What's one of the more underrated themes in the series? What's our favorite piece of Zelda content in Super Smash Bros. ? Why wasn't underwater exploration included in Tears of the Kingdom ? Could the age of online play give Four Swords Adventures a second life one day? What era would be a good setting for another Hyrule Warriors game? And maybe most importantly - on a holiday weekend, what goes harder, mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes? All this, PLUS we put a bow on Musical March Madness, and we wish a happy Trans Day of Visibility, and a happy Easter to all who celebrate! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 25, 2024

Welcome to another episode of the show, where this week, we have the honor of closing out Zelda Dungeon's Four Swords Week celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the single most unheralded Zelda game of them all: Four Swords Adventures ! Andy and Al recount their memories of the game from the time it was first announced, to the first time they played together at the Zelda Dungeon Marathon, and reflect on the things that held it back from being a huge sales success. We also talk about our favourite levels from the game, how Adventures helped popularize the 2D/3D hybrid graphical style popular now, and how we would change the game so it could be remade as an online title! All this, PLUS we talk some Musical March Madness and the cruelty of snow in March. Come celebrate with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 18, 2024

Welcome to the Zelda Cast, where this week, we're not really talking about Zelda ! Well, that's not entirely true, but this week's show is all about the sequel to one of the best new franchises we've played in recent years: Horizon: Forbidden West ! Listen as we explore our thoughts on what this sequel did differently than Tears of the Kingdom , being an open world sequel itself, and what areas Forbidden West did better, and what areas Zelda came out on top. Plus, we talk about the new machines, the character acting, the music, performance and accessibility, and much more, and then end it off with a SPOILER heavy dive into the story, the characters, and setting up for what comes next! Forbidden West and Tears of the Kingdom are two sides of the same coin, so consider grabbing it if you haven't already! PLUS - come listen to Andy's new podcast, The Spiteri's Review ! Join the Discord and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 10, 2024

Another year, another chance to vote for your favorite song in Zelda Dungeon's sixth annual Musical March Madness !! The 64-song single elimination tournament returns yet again, and we're going through and picking out what songs we think are going to end up winning this year! Joined by Omega Metroid's Doominal Crossing , the gang go through match-by-match, song-by-song until there's only one champion left! With music from Tears of the Kingdom entering the fray this year, the field is wide open, so come and follow along with us! Make sure that you follow along with the ongoing tournament on this post here and check back daily for new matchups! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 4, 2024

In a followup to last weeks episode ranking all of the amazing bosses of Twilight Princess , we thought we would keep the good times rolling by judging all of the different mini-bosses of Link's Twilight Realm adventure! Luckily for us, the mini-bosses in this game are as good if not better than a bunch of the main bosses, so come hang out as we determine where personal fights against good characters like Ook and Dangoro stack up against menacing monsters like Death Sword or Darkhammer, and hear our thoughts on some of the wild card fights against old foes like Skull Kid and King Bulbin! All this, PLUS major announcements about a new podcast and a Patreon surprise for anyone looking to hear our thoughts on the Zelda animated cartoon! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 26, 2024

We're kicking it old school this week, as we're dialing it back to 2006 to talk about Twilight Princess , and specifically, the bosses! We're conducting a good ol' fashioned boss ranking this week, and no Zelda game has a stronger selection of baddies than Link's adventure through the Twilight Realm! From the fun-incarnate race against Stallord and the emotional confrontation with Blizzeta all the way to the epic sky battle versus Argorok to the amazing final confrontation again the Dark Lord Ganondorf, we're going through each fight to determine which one comes out on top as the absolute best! As a bonus - we're going to be covering the similarly-awesome mini-bosses in a future ep too! All this, PLUS we give some thoughts on the Nintendo Partner Direct and talk about the games we're looking forward to! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 19, 2024

The future of the smaller, quainter 2D Zelda games seems to be in question now that there's no dedicated handheld-only console, but never fear! We're keeping the hope alive by detailing things we would want to see from a new top-down 2D adventure! Everything is on the table as we look at things that games like A Link Between Worlds , Tunic , and Blossom Tales did well to get an idea of what we want. A new art style? Must have! An original setting outside of Hyrule? Yes please! Improved combat that utilizes lock-on and quasi-3D targeting? Where do we sign!? A cap on the number of dungeons in the game? That's debatable, but hear us out! We have a ton of different ideas on what the next 2D game could look like, so come and hang out with us and chime in with your own ideas! All this, PLUS some Nintendo Direct, Switch 2, and Xbox talk to get us started! Come spend your holiday Monday with us! Download! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 12, 2024

What's up everybody? It seems that the announcement of the Switch 2 is imminent, so this week, the gang get together to talk about what we'd like to see from Nintendo's next console! Things like an upgraded dock, "transformer" controllers, official battery packs, revamped eShop, and Discord support are all discussed, PLUS we predict some of the games we envision the Switch 2 having in it's first year on the shelf (spoiler: unfortunately, neither of us are sure a new Zelda game is gonna be on that list)! We also talk about all of the rumors swirling around Xbox and Microsoft's future as a console publisher, the predicament of Game Pass, and the state of Microsoft's first party franchises. All this, PLUS a little Taylor Swift/Super Bowl talk, the differences between the NFL and the CFL, and the new Tears of the Kingdom sales figures released! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 5, 2024

While any news or announcements on the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie may not be forthcoming for a while, that didn't our Zelda Dungeon writing staff from putting together an amazing feature called Dreams for the Silver Screen: Our Zelda Movie Pitches where, as the title suggests, they laid out their best ideas and scenarios for the upcoming flick, so this week, we're reacting and analyzing all the great thoughts found in the article! We debate things like how much, if at all, should the Zelda flick stick to official game lore, if we would be interested in seeing Link's parents, if Zelda and Link should have a romantic, platonic, or something in between kind of relationship, and why comparing this movie to Lords of the Rings or a Studio Ghibli film will be setting oneself up for disappointment. This is just a fraction of the topics discussed, so come listen and weigh in on what you think works and what doesn't! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 29, 2024

We're back for another action packed episode as we take to answering some of our incredible Zelda Dungeon Writing Team's Daily Debate questions ! We're talking a lot about Tears of the Kingdom specifically, giving our answers to questions like: would a new map have increased our enjoyment of the game? Could the Master Cycle Zero have worked in this version of Hyrule? Where would we have added an extra dungeon on the map? Is Tears the most replayable Zelda game of all time? What story plot holes stick in our craw? All this, plus a ton of questions about Zelda in general, including speedrunning, 3-heart challenges, the upcoming movie, and so much more! Come and enjoy the ride with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 22, 2024

Way back when, we pitched a (not to pat ourselves on the back, but a GREAT SOUNDING) cyberpunk Zelda game that would blend the traditions that we love in the series with some features and themes often associated in the cyberpunk genre. After three long year, we're BACK to give our ideas to TWO MORE cyberpunk Zelda titles! We're joined by Zelda Cast producer Adrielle Munger as she gives her vision for The Legend of Zelda: The Silent Sisters , a narrative focused survival based Zelda game with futuristic dungeons and a Princess Zelda you've never seen before, while Andy imagines a cyberpunk RPG that reimagines Link and company as programs defending Hyframe against portals to the dark web, a code-altering gang called the Randomizers, and two competing virus threats that will look familiar to anyone who watch the classic Canadian show ReBoot in The Legend of Zelda: The Twin Viruses ! All this, PLUS we recap last weeks Jeopardy show and look forward to the weeks ahead! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 15, 2024

Welcome welcome to our THREE HUNDREDTH EPISODE CELEBRATION! This episode is a special one, as we're celebrating six years of The Zelda Cast , five years of Virtual Theater , and four years of Omega Metroid by getting all of our amazing hosts (sans Gooey!) into one place to answer some Zelda, Metroid, and Virtual Theater trivia in the form of Jeopardy! This is an episode where, if you can, you should check out the video version to get the best experience ( click here to watch on YouTube ). This episode is hosted by myself, Andy Spiteri , and features a who's-who of talent, including Alasyn Eletha , Jules Gia , Dak Lasky , and Doominal Crossing , so get ready for fun trivia, tons of shenanigans, and a great time! To everyone that's listened over the past six years, THANK YOU! Without you, there is no podcast, so from the bottom of my heart, thank you again to everyone that's been a part of this crazy journey! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 8, 2024

Welcome to 2024! We're getting the year started off on the right foot by doing what we do best: basely speculating! We look forward to the end of 2024 and talk about which, if any, Zelda games we could see released and what scenario's would lead to that. Of course, the elephant in the room that will determine so much in 2024 is the Switch 2 and when it might be revealed and released, so we also spend some time covering our thoughts on that. Lastly, we look forward to more updates on the live action Zelda and touch on a recent article on Zelda Dungeon about the challenges the project will face! All this, PLUS we set the stage for next weeks MASSIVE SHOWDOWN between the Zelda Cast and Omega Metroid Podcast's crews as we celebrate our 300th episode! We have a special Jeopardy game planned, so make sure you come and join us on Twitch to watch ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 1, 2024

The year that was 2023 has come to a close, so the gang decide to reflect back on the year that! After a pretty lacklustre 2022, Zelda returned to form in 2023, thanks in no small part to the release of Tears of the Kingdom (finally!). We review the lead up to the game coming out, the trailers, the no-DLC confirmation, all the other Zelda games that made their way to NSO, midnight release stories, the hilarious tweet announcing the live action Zelda movie, and talk about some of the other games that came out, including our game of the year and other highlights! All this, PLUS we set the stage for the third and final Zelda Cast vs Omega Trivia Extravaganza! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 18, 2023

It's the most wonderful time of the year! No, not Christmas - Zelda Dungeon's Best Zelda Ever list is out , and as always, we're breaking it down game by game, entry by entry to see what we agreed with, disagreed with, were shocked by, and what pleasantly surprised us! The biggest questions this year were what kind of impact Tears of the Kingdom would have on the list, and if it could possibly dethrone Ocarina of Time as the list's champion after a dominant five year stretch! Plus, how does Breath of the Wild fare now that its sequel is out and has made it arguably obsolete? Plus, Andy reflects on his time as Editor-in-Chief, putting together the first couple BZE lists and how the standings have evolved over the years! Make sure you're checking out the list for yourself here ! Just a friendly FYI - THERE'S NO EPISODE NEXT WEEK, since, you know, Christmas, but we'll be back on January 1st to kick off 2024 in style! From everyone at the Zelda Cast and Zelda Dungeon, Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and have a safe New Years! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 11, 2023

The 2023 Game Awards have come and gone, and just like in years past, we've watched it so you don't have too! We break down Tears of the Kingdom's performance and debate whether it deserved to win GOTY or not, as well as give our thoughts on some of the other winners and the format of Geoff Keighly's extravaganza as a whole! We also talk about what announcements got us excited and what games we're looking forward to! PLUS, we break down series producer Eiji Aonuma's recent thoughts on Tears of the Kingdom's timeline placement, if he thinks that players will ever return to that version of Hyrule, and what the future of the Ultrahand mechanic is! This is a fun and breezy ride, so come hang out with us and let us know what you though of this years awards! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Dec 4, 2023

After a long, long layoff, Definitive Ranking returns to the Zelda Cast, and what better game to usher its return than the most recent entry into the series: Tears of the Kingdom ! We're going through ten critical categories that make up the ingredients to a Zelda game - world, story, pacing, art style, dungeons, bosses/enemies, items, gameplay, extras, and music - and assigning them each a score to see where Tears ranks among the hallowed halls of greatest Zelda games of all time! Some of the scores will be no-brainers, while others might leave you scratching your head, so come along and play with us, and of course, be sure to share what you think! All this, PLUS a Skyward Sword puzzle update, Ganondorf and Zelda amiibo, and a big thanks to everyone who had us in their Spotify Wrapped! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 27, 2023

Way back when the sad news that Tears of the Kingdom would not be getting any DLC, we had cooked up a few ideas for what we wanted to see in any future updates, and rather than letting those ideas go to waste, were today to talk about what we would have wanted to see if the decision to move on from Tears' Hyrule hadn't been made! From the learning the origins of the mysterious three dragons and introducing some classic goddess characters to having intricate caves holding secrets from the Sages of old, we pitch our story ideas, PLUS we detail what gameplay modes we think might have come back and which costumes from previous Zelda games we'd want to see included as outfits! All this, PLUS some quick wrestling talk, a Thanksgiving wrapup, and Andy's epiphany about Twilight (the books, not the Zelda game!) Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 20, 2023

After a lengthy hiatus, everyone's favorite Zelda Cast segment, Zelda's Percentages, returns! The premise is very simple: we make a hypothetical statement and assign a percentage on the likelihood of that statement coming true! This week, we had a twist on the concept in that we asked YOU the listener to submit your own statements, and you delivered in droves! We touch on everything from the next 3D Zelda game, potential remakes, the Zelda movie and what the direction of casting will be, what kind of capabilities the Switch 2 might have, and so much more! All this, PLUS Al gives her thoughts on the upcoming Zelda movie and we talk about Tears of the Kingdom's chances at wining GOTY at the Game Awards! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 13, 2023

After Nintendo dropped the tweet heard 'round the world (" This is Miyamoto ") confirming that a live-action Legend of Zelda movie was due to enter pre-production soon, the Zelda community has been ablaze with all sorts of reactions, positive and negative, discussing what fans want from this adaptation. Filling in for Al this week is Virtual Theater's Gooey Fame , and the gang discuss a whole bevy of topics, including: our initial thoughts at the announcement; if we prefer live-action to animation; what the worst case and best case scenarios would be; if certain casting choices making the rumor mill could be credible or not; our thoughts on both the director and writer's other projects; what basic elements from the games should be included; our ideas on why this movie won't adapt one particular game; the future of the franchise, and so much more! If you like Andy and Goo talking movies, check out their other podcast Virtual Theater , a podcast about video game movies and the stories that shape them! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Nov 6, 2023

We've got an action-packed episode this week, as we're relying on our amazing Zelda Dungeon Writing Team's Daily Debates to power the show. We're answering a bunch of different debate questions including: Does the new Animal Crossing LEGO make Zelda LEGO more likely to come? Should Nintendo produce their own Halloween merch? Should the series ever retire Ganondorf? Should the next 3D Zelda game take place in a land other than Hyrule? What would a Pokemon/Zelda crossover look like? What can Zelda learn from Super Mario Bros. Wonder ? What's the most disappointing final boss in the series? Which game didn't capitalize on its mechanics? Was Nintendo "lazy" bringing back Korok seeds? All this and so much more, PLUS Zelda's Percentages returns next week, so go to the tweet here and get your question added to the show ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 30, 2023

It's finally here! Weeks ago we asked you for YOUR spicy Zelda takes, and you delivered! This week, we're reacting to all the opinions shared and discussing whether we personally agree with them and if they go against the conventional norm of the Zelda community to dictate the level of spice! We're discussing things like Ocarina of Time being a mid-level Zelda game, Tri Force Heroes being an exceptional single-player experience, Tears of the Kingdom telling an amazing story in the worst way possible, The Wind Waker's OST being average, water-themed dungeons being the bet in the series, and so much more! All this, PLUS we're discussing Halloween and the state of trick-or-treating in 2023! Come play along with us and let us know what you agree or disagree with! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 23, 2023

We're back and already looking towards the future, as this week, the gang get together and each present a couple of things that they're looking to see happen in the next 3D open world Zelda game! From some pretty obvious stuff like ditching the terminal key system found in Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom's Dungeons and bringing back some classic permanent items like the Hookshot, to more daring wants, like potentially taking the adventure out of Hyrule and not having Princess Zelda appear, everything is on the table! Trading sequences, fishing, art styles, underwater exploration, and so much more are all discussed as we start getting excited for whatever is next! All this, PLUS some hot beverage talk, GOTY discussion, and how Zelda and pets can be better! Don't miss out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 16, 2023

It's that time of year again when Zelda Dungeon launches its annual Fall Brawl Character Contest ! Just like in years past, the gang get together to analyze the bracket and pick which Zelda character they think will win this 64-character popularity contest. Our resident frenemy Corey Richmond joins the show to help us answer questions like: how big will the Tears of the Kingdom boost be? Are the Breath of the Wild Champions still popular? Why do people hate Yona so much? Will Purah use her newfound Mami powers to go deep in the tournament? Is Drip-King Yunobo going to be the most improved character year over year? And which character will ultimately win? You can fill out a bracket for yourself and WIN PRIZES if you win the tournament, so join in on the fun! All this, PLUS Al goes head-to-head with Corey over Nintendo's explanation on where the Shiekah Tech all went and if their explanation was good enough or not. Don't miss out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 9, 2023

We're back with another week of Tears of the Kingdom talk as this time we're discussing our favorite Side Quests! Yes, Side Quests, not Shrine Quests or Side Adventures. From teaching little kids about the Calamity to rebuilding Goddess Statues to racing minigames, we go over our list and detail which quests we found charming and fun and single out one or two that maybe indulged a bit too much (we're looking at you monster hunter!). Come follow along and let us know which pieces of optional content are your favorites! All this, PLUS we talk Thanksgiving, Sea of Stars, the 3DS/Wii U online services, and building our dream house in Hyrule! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Oct 2, 2023

We were in a playful mood this week, so we brought back a classic segment: Guess That Zelda Character! This week, we're focusing on Tears of the Kingdom , and giving each other TEN guesses to figure out which character we've picked! Joined by Zelda Cast Producer Cal , we delve through Hyrule to pick some of the trickiest, most difficult-to-guess characters Tears has to offer! Think you can do better than us? Play along and let us know how we did! Don't miss out, and get ready for next week when we discuss our favorite Side Quests! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 25, 2023

We asked YOU the listener for your fan questions last week, and you did not disappoint! We have a whole bevy of topics to cover, including: what hardware and software features do we want from the Switch 2? Who is the greatest Zelda NPC? Does it bother us that Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom seemingly don't care about the Zelda timeline? Speaking of, are we really going to get a ten-year Breath of the Wild 4K/HD port? Do we think there will be any 2D Zelda games coming soon? Is it possible more than one model of the Switch 2 launches? Was Fusing the answer to fan complaints about weapon durability? All this and so much more are discussed this week! Make sure you tune in! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 18, 2023

In case you were living under a rock this week, we had a Nintendo Direct a couple of days ago, and it was certainly... something. Nintendo delivered an understandably muted Direct this month, so we discuss and dissect everything shown and talk about what games, if any, we're looking forward to. More importantly, we use what we saw - or rather, didn't see! - to speculate on when we can expect an official Switch 2 reveal, complete with rough timelines including when we think the next 3D Zelda is coming out! Come listen and make sure to let us know your theories and thoughts! All this, PLUS we go over Eiji Aonuma confirming Tears of the Kingdom will have no DLC, and, hey! We're doing a fan Q&A show next week. Leave us a question to get it answered on the show ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 11, 2023

We're back this week examining the Zelda Dungeon Writing Team's Daily Debates, and we've got some good ones this week, chief among them: is Tears of the Kingdom actually not getting any DLC ? Why not? Should it have been announced already if so? We give our thoughts and theories, plus tackle other questions like: was Nintendo right to claim the dungeons in Tears were "traditional"? When do we think the next openworld Zelda game will be out (spoiler: Andy thinks it's closer than you think!)? What's up with the Breath of the Wild version of Hyrule and its inconsistencies with the lore of the series? Was there enough of a balance between old characters and new? All this, PLUS a little GOTY discussion featuring Baulder's Gate III , and Switch 2 thoughts and theories. Come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Sep 4, 2023

Buckle in, because it's finally time! After months and months, we're finally giving our full, SPOILER FILLED, thoughts on the story of Tears of the Kingdom ! Did we like the Zonai being gods? How could Ganondorf and Mineru have been handled better? Was "Fake Zelda" the biggest missed opportunity of the game? After an amazing final battle, did the ending feel too cheap? Would a Days of Future Past gimmick have worked well here? And does Nintendo's insistence of players being able to do anything, any time, anywhere hurt the story they were trying to tell? All this, PLUS we talk about the Switch 2, September's hopeful Nintendo Direct, and DLC! Don't miss out on our greatest episode on Tears of the Kingdom yet, and make sure to let us know what you think! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 28, 2023

After a week off discussing The Wind Wake r, the gang are back to continue their Tears of the Kingdom summer, and this time, they've brought backup! The gang are joined this week by Omega Metroid Podcast co-host and musical scientist Doominal Crossing to analyze the music of Tears of the Kingdom . We all list off a couple tracks that we really liked, discuss whether the "Main Theme" and "Ganondorf Battle Theme" are what we were looking for, reflect on this style of soundtrack and how it compared to both Breath of the Wild and Zelda games of old, and hear Doom's thoughts on Tears of the Kingdom as a whole. All this, PLUS some Barbenheimer chat, Metroid Prime talk, and a special surprise at the end! Don't miss out, and let us know what you think of Tears' OST! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 21, 2023

We are kicking off The Wind Waker week at Zelda Dungeon with a personal, reflective look back at one of the most daring Zelda games of them all: the beautiful, cartoonish, ocean filled Wind Waker . The gang reflect back on their memories of the games announcement, the backlash against the cel-shaded graphics, the amazing pre-order bonus, how The Wind Waker created a separate visual style that's still going strong today, how the water always had so much promise and potential beyond the horizon, our favorite memories of playing Link's cel-shaded adventure, and so much more! Strap your rose-tinted glasses on and get ready to smile as we look back on an all time great, PLUS, we're chatting about Final Fantasy VII , old emails, and Electronic Gaming Monthly! Come reminisce with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 14, 2023

We're back again to talk sweet fits and great abilities! This week, we're breaking down every new outfit and armor set in Tears of the Kingdom , discussing such things like: the Froggy Suit and its false advertising of "slip prevention"; our ideas to make the Mystic Armor have an even better function; if the Dragon suits realize their full potential; why the Glider Armor is straight out of Batman and the Court of Owls; if bringing back the same outfits from Breath of the Wild was lazy and uninspired; and which outfit Link looks like the biggest stud in! All this, and so much more! Come discuss fashion, function, and everything in between with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Aug 7, 2023

We're back into the full swing of things this week, and choosing violence in this episode as take Tears of the Kingdom to task for arguably one of its lazier decisions: bringing Korok Seeds back. We analyze why the decision was likely made, why it doesn't work a second time around, and if collectables with an asinine amount of things to collect are here to stay. We also take a look at some of the other collectables found in Hyrule, include Bubbel Gems, wells, Light Roots, Monster Medals, and more., as we weigh in on if we liked them or if they were a case of unnecessary padding. All this, PLUS some Pikmin 4 talk, Tears of the Kingdom sales update, and more!! Come hang out with us! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Tens! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 31, 2023

We are back and (mostly) alive after a record-shattering Zelda Dungeon Marathon , so this week, we have a different, more relaxed episode as we look back on some of our favorite moments from the event. Everything from Andy and Al playing Tears of the Kingdom together to them squaring off against one another in ZD Family Feud to our adventures making poutine together, we recap a wonderful week full of great friends and no sleep! PLUS, at the end of the episode, we'll have audio from an interview conducted by The Zelda Cast's producer Adrielle Munger and Editor Nick Miller as the catch up with Patricia Summersett, the voice of Princess Zelda! The interview in in the middle of a convention, so there's a bit of noise, but all the great tidbits more than make up for that! Come hang with us for a relaxed and casual episode! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Ten’s’! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 24, 2023

The Zelda Dungeon Marathon has officially ended, but we have a treat for you! Just like like year, we were joined by Another Zelda Podcast to record live and in person to discuss Tears of the Kingdom ! David and Kady sit down with us to look over some past articles our Zelda Dungeon writing crew wrote detailing what the were hoping to see in " Breath of the Wild 2 "! We go over things like Ganondorf's voice acting, new enemies, if swimming was ever considered, weapon fusing and more! Make sure to check out The Zelda Cast coming up on a future episode of Another Zelda Podcast and let us know what you think our thoughts! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Ten’s’! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 17, 2023

Get ready for an episode unlike any other! We are LIVE and IN PERSON coming at you from the Zelda Dungeon Marathon , raising money for No Kids Hungry and answering YOUR Tears of the Kingdom questions, but with a twist! We've lifted the Hot Ones gimmick and are stuffing our faces with chicken wings and a dozen different hot sauces! As we die of the heat, we try to slip in some answers on subjects like where Tears of the Kingdom might rank in our current favorite Zelda games, predictions for the DLC, our favorite new characters, and more! If you want to watch the video of this episode, check out the link here! This is one you might wanna watch in video form! Watch the Zelda Dungeon Marathon here , and click here to learn more about No Kids Hungry and donate towards a great cause ! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Ten’s’! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 10, 2023

Now that we're two months removed from the release of Tears of the Kingdom , our Zelda Dungeon writing team put together a great article asking a tough question - which is the better Zelda game: Tears of the Kingdom , or the game that came before and inspired it, Breath of the Wild ? We go over some specific categories like which game had the better opening area, the better abilities/runes, the better Shrines, and more. Specifically, you'll want to hear our thoughts on the story presentation as Al and Andy get into a debate about which game had the better format. Make sure you check out the article here and vote for yourself ! All this, PLUS we are gearing up for our Hot Ones Zelda Dungeon Marathon episode live next week, so make sure you get a question in so we can answer it! Lastly, our first episode of the Zelda Cast Top Tens debuted this weekend, so check it out if you can ! See you all next week at the ZD Marathon! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda Cast Top Ten’s’! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 3, 2023

Get ready for an Adventure (not a quest!) as we go through every Side Adventure from Tears of the Kingdom ! We talk about our favorite things to do in Hyrule, including the Mayoral Election of Hateno Village, getting to act as Mattison's older brother, the Yiga Clan and their awesome comeback, and more! Also on the table is Hestu and his villainous task for you, the difference between Side Adventure vs Quest, some quick thoughts on the Shrine Quests, and more! All this, PLUS - The Zelda Cast in on Patreon ! Check us out for some bonus content and if you like the show, tell your friends! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show 'The Zelda Cast Top Ten's'! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jul 1, 2023

Hi friends. My name is Andy Spiteri and I’m the host of The Zelda Cast, the Omega Metroid Podcast, and Virtual Theater. As you can tell, I love podcasting! I had started a Patreon exclusively for Omega Metroid, but I eventually decided that I wanted to morph that into something that was a little more… me, for lack of a better phrase. So here we are – the SPNet Patreon! SPNet is a name I made up to describe my Network of podcasts – The Zelda Cast, Omega Metroid Podcast, and Virtual Theater – and this Patreon has been restructured to double down on the things I do best – podcast! You’ll have your choice of bonus shows, depending on what tiers you choose to sign up for! Each podcast has it’s own monthly bonus show: The Zelda Cast will have The Zelda Cast Top Ten’s, where we can have some fun and give out a classic ranking on different topics each month; Omega Metroid will continue with the Great Metroid Area Ranking, where we rank every area in the series; and Virtual Theater will debut The Spiteri's Review, a show where my wife and I will give some thoughts on movies or shows, old and new. All shows feature a level of interactivity where Patrons can weight in and vote on which topics, shows, and areas we discuss next! I owe more than I can say to all my amazing co-hosts Alasyn Eletha, Gooey Fame, Dakota Lasky, Doominal Crossing, and all the various guests and former hosts that have been along for the ride. I’m excited to be able to offer even MORE podcast shows (I swore I’d never take on any more podcasting, but here I am!) and let fans steer the ship! Thank you for reading and I hope that you join the ride! Your pal, Andy

Jun 26, 2023

Just like last week, let's start off with a big loud SPOILER WARNING for this weeks episode! As the name implies, we are going to be breaking down and analyzing every Dragon Tear cutscene in the game, so please exercise caution if you haven't completed the Geoglyph quest yet! With that out of the way, we are diving in depth to the Dragon Tears to discuss what we thought of the way the story was told, how Nintendo might better balance open world versus storytelling in the future, what our thoughts on key characters like Rauru, Sonia, and Ganondorf are, our predictions for the DLC and how it might tie into the mysterious dragons, and of course, our thoughts on the grand plan devised by Princess Zelda. All this, PLUS we give our thoughts on the recent Nintendo Direct and talk about what we're looking forward to playing soon! Don't miss out on this action packed episode! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 19, 2023

Let's get this out of the way nice and early: This episode will have big time, end game spoilers! Listen at your own risk! With that out of the way, both Andy and Al finished Tears of the Kingdom and sat down to discuss at length all of the different boss fights in the game, with a special emphasis on the ending sequence! Come listen as we discuss the new overworld bosses like Gleeoks, Flux Contructs, and Frox's, some of the Regional Phenomena bosses, other surprise enemies, and of course, The Demon King himself! How do these fights compare to the ones in Breath of the Wild and some of the great fights in the Zelda series? Come listen to find out! All this, plus we got a cool announcement coming next week! Stay tuned! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 12, 2023

Now that we're a month out from the release of Tears of the Kingdom , the gang get together to break down one of the mostly hotly discussed and contested pieces of business heading into the sequel - the dungeons! We break down our thoughts on the structure of Tears of the Kingdom's dungeons and how they compare to traditional Zelda dungeons and Breath of the Wild's Divine Beasts, share our thoughts on returning to Hyrule Castle, and give grades to the new temples scattered across the land. This will obviously have some spoilers for the dungeons in Tears of the Kingdom , so listen at your own risk! All this, PLUS we pick a winner for our Tears of the Kingdom giveaway and talk just a little more Spiderverse ! Come weight in with your thoughts on the dungeons! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 5, 2023

It's week two of discussing Tears of the Kingdom's Regional Phenomena! We're discussing the sludge in Zora's Domain the the crazy sandstorms in the Gerudo Desert, so buckle up and get ready! We go over how incredible the Gibdo sequence in Gerudo Town is, our thoughts on Riju and her abilities, why the Zora portion fell a bit flat to us, the problem with Sidon and his abilities, what we think of Yona and her chemistry with the Zora Prince, why this game doesn't mention Breath of the Wild's Champions at all, and so much more! This episode will contain spoilers for Regional Phenomena, so listen at your own risk! You can always come back later and check these episodes out once you’re caught up, so don’t rush! All this, PLUS our weekly progress update, a GIVEAWAY contest, and some Across the Spiderverse talk! Come hang out with us! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

May 29, 2023

Another week down as we continue to make our way through the mammoth game that is Tears of the Kingdom ! This week, we're exploring the Regional Phenomena main quest, with a focus on what's going on in Rito Village in Hebra and Goron City in Death Mountain! Come hear our thoughts how how we thought those quests progressed, what we thought of the dungeons (albeit, a brief synopsis), how Yunobo changed from Breath of the Wild and why we think Nintendo decided to move Teba to the side for Tulin, whether we found the quests fun or not, and our critiques of some of the cutscenes and dungeon names! This episode will contain spoilers for Regional Phenomena, so listen at your own risk! You can always come back later and check these episodes out once you're caught up, so don't rush! All this, PLUS our weekly progress update and a funeral for the awesome infinite item glitch! Come listen! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

May 22, 2023

We're back with week two of our Tears of the Kingdom initial impressions! This time, we're talking about our thoughts on the Surface and how it differs from Breath of the Wild in places like Hateno and Lurelin, how Lookout Landing is a great introductory town, what some of our old favorite characters are up to, and the extensive cave systems hidden throughout Hyrule. We then shift over to talk about the Depths and how cool they are, some of the things we've found, and how crazy it was Nintendo didn't promote them more in the build up to the game. Lastly, we talk about the Sky, how we typically get up there, the challenges of exploring them, and some of the minigames up there! All this, PLUS we're talking Tears selling a staggering 10 million copies in three days! Next week, we're tackling the Regional Phenomenon and exploring the Rito and Goron areas! Make sure you tune in! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

May 15, 2023

Welcome to the Tears of the Kingdom era of the Zelda Cast! We spent all weekend pouring every ounce of our being into the game, but for today, we're going to talk about our initial impressions! We go over the opening prologue of the game, detailing our thoughts on the story so far, including the Zonai and the how the opening compares to the initial reveal trailer, what we think of the Great Sky Islands and how it serves as an opening tutorial area, and our thoughts on how all of the new abilities feel, specifically Ultrahand and crafting. All this, PLUS some midnight release stories and other stray thoughts. This is just the beginning of our extensive Tears of the Kingdom coverage, so keep it locked on the Zelda Cast as we explore more and more of the game each week! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

May 8, 2023

IT'S THE FINAL WEEK! This will be our final show before Tears of the Kingdom finally releases, and we're wrapping up our Shrine Quest Ranking from Breath of the Wild ! Al returns to finish the last 20 or so Shrine Quests from the game, so strap in and come tell us if you agree or disagree with our final rankings, and if we ranked any of your favorites too low! PLUS, we take a look at the recent Zelda Dungeon feature detailing, one final time, what our staff are hoping for in Tears of the Kingdom ! All this, PLUS we map our our next couple of weeks of shows that will be all bout Tears of the Kingdom and discuss our spoiler policy for the new game! Come hang out and get ready - there's T-minus 4 days to go! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

May 1, 2023

We are now less than TWO WEEKS away from Tears of the Kingdom , and to get us in the mood, Andy is joined by Gooey Fame to answer YOUR Zelda questions! On the docket this episode: Do we think Tears of the Kingdom will be worth the $70 price tag? Was Nintendo right by not showing us anything for so long? What are our thoughts on Tulin? Do we think the original runes from Breath of the Wild are coming back? Is there a specific enemy we'd love to see come back that hasn't been shown already? What are our thoughts on going in blind to a game versus pouring over all the content released? How do we want Koroks to be utilized in this game? How do we like our voice acting in Zelda games? All this, PLUS we take a moment to shout out Andy's cat Zora on her 10th birthday (

Apr 24, 2023

Alasyn is away for the next couple weeks, so for this episode, Andy orchestrated an Omega Metroid takeover! Omega Metroid Podcasts' Dakota Lasky and Community Manager Lillith join the show today to talk some Zelda in general and Tears of the Kingdom specifically. We discuss how the two of them became Zelda fans, which games are their favorites and why, which Zelda games they're not in love with, and then transition over to Tears of the Kingdom and ask if the latest trailer finally sold them, thoughts on the voice acting, if time travel would improve the experience, how the main theme compares to others before it, and whether or not it's possible Zelda could still be playable in any way. Come hear about Tears of the Kingdom through a couple Metroid fans' perspective, and don't forget to check out OmegaMetroid.com ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Apr 15, 2023

WOW! THAT'S what we've been waiting for! In case you've been living under a rock, Nintendo released the third and final trailer for Tears of the Kingdom and it was by far the most exciting trailer shown so far! This week, the gang break down the trailer frame by frame, discussing where (or when) Zelda could have gotten off to, who the mysterious woman with light in her hands could be, the re-imagining of Gleeok and other bosses, if the Zonai in the trailer is the same one from the mural, how sky islands and caves might be connected, some of the new gameplay shots, and of course, THE RETURN OF THE KING OF EVIL, Mr. Hydrated Ganondorf himself! THIS was the trailer that finally did it, and we can barely contain our excitement! Come hang out with us as we break this trailer down! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Apr 10, 2023

With Tears of the Kingdom so close we can almost touch it, we thought it would be a great time to reflect back on Breath of the Wild and break down one of the most crucial elements of the game: Shrine Quests! We're ranking each and every single Shrine Quest, although there's no way we could have fit it all into one episode, so we're giving you PART ONE this week! We discuss what we like in our Shrine Quests, puzzles versus story and they play into each other, the fantastic Eventide Island get away, and tackle 23 of 42 Shrine Quests! We'll have the full breakdown of our list next week, so be sure to check out Part Two! All this, PLUS we give our early thoughts on the Super Mario Bros. Movie and where Nintendo might go next in its cinematic endeavours! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Apr 3, 2023

We finally got a new look at some of the gameplay of Tears of the Kingdom this past week, and we have A LOT to say! Come hear our thoughts on Link's new abilities, what possibilities Fuse and Ultrahand present, our thoughts on the Zonai being more-or-less confirmed, what we noticed in terms of Easter eggs in the trailer, the Skyward Sword influences and new Construct enemies, how this game can make returning to the same world enticing again, and the million dollar question: was this enough to really give Tears of the Kingdom its own identity beyond just "more Breath of the Wild"? Come hang out with us and get pumped as we Fuse, Ascend, Recall, and ULTRAHAND our way through this Ultra episode! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Mar 27, 2023

It's another slow week of Zelda news - which is crazy, considering Tears of the Kingdom is 6 weeks away - so to pass the time, we asked YOU for your Zelda -themed "Would You Rather" questions, and you guys delivered big time! On the docket: would we rather wait longer for a new 3D game or have more new 2D games? Would we rather have non- Zelda costumes in future games or no Zelda representation in Smash Bros. ? Would we rather Zelda music on Youtube or Zelda ports on the Switch? Would we rather Monk Maz Koshia or Tingle win a Zelda Dungeon contest? We even have a Tim Horton's themed question! All this, PLUS a plethora of different questions, a podcast guest appearance tease, and some Omega Metroid news! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Mar 20, 2023

After taking a break from the game last week, the Cast are back to finish off their discussion on The Minish Cap ! This week, we dive into the numerous charming dungeons in the game, expand on our "less is more" mantra, talk about the bosses and items, and count just how many Darknuts you actually fight in Dark Hyrule Castle! We don't see the dungeons eye to eye, so some negotiating might be in order! All this, PLUS we're throwing some of the latest Zelda news at you, talking about Alasyn's Breath of the Wild vs Tears of the Kingdom thread, thoughts on The Last of Us , and gearing up for NEXT WEEK, where you can ask us a Zelda -themed 'Would You Rather' question! Come hang out with us! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Mar 13, 2023

Get ready for the fifth annual Musical March Madness ! As we do every year, The Zelda Cast goes and picks our favorite songs of the tournament one by one until we arrive at a winner! Joined by our resident frenemy Corey Richmond , the crew takes some dark horses far, talks about what different pieces of music mean to them, and crown a new winner of the tournament! Make sure that you get in on the action and fill out a prediction of your own to win some prizes ! Remember - it's a popularity contest, so pick who you think will win, not necessarily who you would vote for! The contest starts on the 15th, so get your picks in before then! Good luck to all! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Mar 6, 2023

With the recent addition of Game Boy Advance games to Nintendo Switch Online, there are a ton of people checking out arguably the most underrated Zelda game for either the first time or first time a long time: The Minish Cap ! One of Andy's favorite Zelda games, The Minish Cap was the one game Alasyn hadn't played in forever, so after finishing, the gang get together to dive deep into the charming art style of the game, its great usage of items, how the Kinstone quest could have been improved, whether Vaati is a great villain our not, the lore behind the Four Sword, the mechanics of the world-within-a-world, and so much more! Come hang out with us as we talk Minish Cap , sprinkle in some Twilight Princess , and reveal some new Zelda Cast merch! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Feb 28, 2023

Al has taken over the show, and while we continue to wait for more Zelda news, we thought it would be fun to talk about something a little different this week. February has been a big month for Nintendo fans, and that included the grand opening of the highly anticipated Nintendo-themed amusement park, Super Nintendo World! A few members of the ZD staff were able to visit the park this past week, so we wanted to bring a couple of them onto the show and hear their thoughts on the experience while it was still fresh in their minds. How was the overall atmosphere and immersion of the park? What about the rides? Were there any notable Easter Eggs? Come listen as Rod Lloyd and Alex Weber answer all these questions and more! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Feb 20, 2023

With each new teaser that Nintendo drops on Tears of the Kingdom comes more footage for the community to analyze and theorize about. We're back this week to discuss your latest theories, thoughts, and questions-- still so, so many questions!-- following Nintendo's latest Direct and trailer for the upcoming title. What is all this green stuff? Is it good, or is it like Malice? Is Zelda really going to die? Will the "tears" help us rebuild the Master Sword, or will they be used to upgrade Link's new abilities? Join us as we dive head first into all these questions and more! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Feb 12, 2023

We've come down (a bit) from the highs of last weeks Nintendo Direct, and now that our brains are functioning again, we're ready to analyze the heck out of the newest Tears of the Kingdom trailer ! Come break it down with us as we discuss voice acting, Ganondorf, Redeads, Breath of the Wild's Hyrule, Collectors Editions, amiibo, the green energy stuff, our theories on what's going on with Zelda, who "HIM" could refer to, what could replace Shrines, John Deere tractors, and more! Plus, the million dollar question - is this it? Or is Nintendo still holding back something monumental? All this, PLUS some Metroid Prime Remastered talk, NSO discussion, and a quick bit on The Last of Us ! Come hang! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Feb 9, 2023

Wow. Wowowow. THAT, my friends, was a Nintendo Direct for the ages. Despite Nintendo arguably holding back yet again on Tears of the Kingdom , there was no doubt that the trailer we saw for the game was by far the meatiest one yet. Add in the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance NSO news, with The Minish Cap and Link's Awakening DX being playable RIGHT NOW with the Oracles not far behind it, and there was more Zelda news in this 40 minutes than there has been in seemingly years! Add in Metroid Prime Remastered , Pikmin 4 , and more games, and this might have been the greatest Nintendo Direct ever! If you missed Andy and Al's reactions and thoughts live, come relive them now, and make sure to hang with us this weekend as we break down all the trailers frame by frame! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Feb 6, 2023

Open world games have come a long way in the last few years, and with Tears of the Kingdom approaching, the Cast figured it was a good time to play some contemporary titles to see what the upcoming Zelda game might learn from those titles. Joined by Rod Lloyd for this episode, the gang discuss Elden Ring and Horizon Zero Dawn and lay out what they like about those games, what they dislike, and what they would like to see - or NOT see - applied from those games to Tears of the Kingdom ! Come hang out and weigh in on some of the hot takes thrown out about Soulsborne games, whether Horizon's story is one of the best ever, and if Andy should keep playing Elden Ring or not! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jan 30, 2023

Get ready for the rematch! Last year, to celebrate 200 episodes of The Zelda Cast , we took on the team over at Omega Metroid in Zelda & Metroid Trivia and came up short. This year, to celebrate FIVE YEARS and 250 EPISODES, the two teams clash again! Dakota Lasky and Doominal Crossing of Omega Metroid take on Alasyn Eletha and Adrielle Munger of the Zelda Cast, with Andy Spiteri as the master of ceremonies and Jules Gia as the arbiter of justice! Come and put YOUR Zelda / Metroid knowledge to the test and see which team comes out on top! Thank you to everyone for supporting and listening to the Zelda Cast over the last five years; we couldn't do it without you! Here's to five more! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jan 23, 2023

If you haven't heard, Zelda Dungeon is celebrating its first Dungeon Week since 2018, where the writing staff deep dives into their favorite dungeons in the series and asks compelling questions about the state of dungeons in the series. We thought we would get in on the fun by discussing EVERY Zelda game and what our favorite dungeons from each game are. From some obvious pics (*cough*ForestTemple*cough*) to some real outside the box selections, we're sure that if nothing else, you'll have something to debate after you hear our list! All this, PLUS our plans for next weeks 250th episode, we pick a winner for the merch giveaway, and if you stick around until the very end, you'll get a special treat! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jan 16, 2023

Get your headphones in, because this week, we're taking a musical journey throughout the history of the Zelda series to rank and discuss every games main theme! We go back and find what works, what doesn't, which games were short-changed, and which themes we would consider the best of all time. We're playing every theme in the series, so sit back and groove out to the amazing music of the series. Don't forget to let us know which main theme is your favorite! PLUS, we're celebrating our FIVE YEAR anniversary in two weeks, and we have a special gimmick coming back, so make sure to stay tuned for that! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jan 9, 2023

In the barren landscape of Zelda news that's been the last year, everyone's favorite Zelda podcast is here to act as a beacon of light by bringing back a tried and true tradition: Guess That Zelda Character! Using 16 Yes or No questions, the gang are joined by Zelda Cast Social Media Manager Jules Gia to see if they can figure out just who the heck these Zelda characters are! We turned up the heat and selected some brutally hard picks, so play along and see if you beat us! PLUS - we're giving away some Zelda Cast merch to one of our Twitter followers IF we can hit 500 followers by next week ! Make it happen everybody! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jan 2, 2023

Happy New Year! We're ringing in 2023 by answering a whole slew of Zelda Daily Debates that our incredible writing team has put together! Included in the gambit are: how much influence will Skyward Sword have on Tears of the Kingdom ? Why has Nintendo been so secretive with the promotion thus far? What are our biggest fears about the upcoming sequel to Breath of the Wild ? Could another delay be on the table? Would Nintendo ever release a buggy Zelda game a la Pokemon Scarlet and Violet ? What Zelda -like games held us over in 2022? And the million dollar question - how will Tears of the Kingdom distinguish itself from Breath of the Wild ? Come and get your year started the right way by hanging out with the Zelda Cast, and don't forget to weigh in with your own takes on our Daily Debates ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Dec 26, 2022

As 2022 comes to a close, the gang reflect on what ended up unfortunately being one of the worst years in the history of the Zelda series. But was it the worst? Andy started doing some research into things that happened year by year in the series and presented it to you this week to decide for yourself what were the best and worst years in the long history of the series. There is a lot of ground to cover, so we're ending the year with our longest episode ever! Come enjoy and tell us what you think our rankings! All this, PLUS some Avatar and Hades talk! From everyone at the Zelda Cast, we're wishing you and yours a happy and safe New Years! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Dec 19, 2022

Welcome back to another week of everyone's favorite Zelda podcast! This week, we put YOU in control and asked you to give us some Zelda questions to answer, and boy, did you deliver! What would a Zelda VR game look like? Which game had the best promotion leading up to its release? Is there a chance we could see a new ultimate weapon replace the Mast Sword? Will there ever be another main line game with pixel art? Does Tears of the Kingdom need a gimmick to set itself apart from Breath of the Wild ? All this and so much more, plus a little Avatar talk! Happy holidays from The Zelda Cast! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Dec 12, 2022

Despite nabbing the Most Anticipated Game award, Tears of the Kingdom was a no-show at this years Game Awards, continuing the bizarre, frustrating, and perplexing pre-release cycle the sequel to Breath of the Wild has been on since its reveal, capping off what may go down as the worst year for The Legend of Zelda in the modern era. If you think that's dramatic, come listen to Andy and Al explain why they hold that opinion, and debate on whether Nintendo's arrogance is showing. On the plus side, the gang review the actual Game Awards show, which all things considered, was pretty good. We talk Earthblade , Hades , Death Stranding 2 , the Super Mario Bros. Movie , Crime Boss , and so much more! This episode might not be for the faint of heart, but it's still a fun time! PLUS, come and ask us a question for next weeks show and you could hear it answered ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Dec 5, 2022

The end of the year fast approaches, which means it's time for our favorite yearly tradition: Best Zelda Ever ! As we've done in years past, we take a look at the final list and weigh in with our opinions, where certain games ranked on our list versus the sites list, which placements surprised us the most, and what changes we could be seeing to the rankings in a few years! Let us know what you think, and make sure to check out the list for yourself! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Nov 29, 2022

We're back with another entry into our Ocarina of Time randomizer! This week, we're trying desperately to find bombs so that we can defeat King Dodongo. We explore Hyrule and comb it over, find a bunch of other items, get a couple songs, and put our Zelda knowledge to the test. Did we make it to King Dodongo? You'll have to listen to find out! OOOOOR, you can check out the entire vod with video on Twitch if you'd rather watch! All this, PLUS some Zelda Jeopardy talk, morning coffee mishaps, and Best Zelda Ever teases! Come hang out! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Nov 21, 2022

Get ready to flex those brain muscles, as this week, Andy and AL return from a sick break and jump right into the fire, as they answer a bunch of Zelda trivia questions! Hosted by our replacement from last week, Mases Hagopian , the gang face twenty skill testing questions to test their mettle before colliding with other Zelda experts this Saturday on Triforce Trends' Zelda trivia show ! Think you can outperform us? Then come play along! All this, PLUS some Tears of the Kingdom talk, Twilight Princess character ranking, and early Pokémon Scarlet and Violet impressions! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Nov 15, 2022

Somehow, someway, Andy and Al have an incredible talent in that they can both get super duper sick at the exact same time no matter where they are in the world. They both felt too sick to record, but just when things were looking bleak for a new episode of everyone's favorite Zelda podcast this week, out of nowhere came Hyrule Compendium's own Mases Hagopian and Gooey Fame to hold down the fort and deliver a new Zelda Cast! The fellas talk all things Tears of the Kingdom this week, and honestly, that's all I know, so we can all be as surprised at what pops up in this episode as each other! Enjoy the Tears of the Kingdom intro music? Then check out Zelda & Chill 3 ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Nov 8, 2022

We're trying something a bit different this week, as Andy and Al played and streamed an Ocarina of Time Randomizer this past weekend. Neither of them have ever played any kind of Randomizer before, so we had some fun learning about how it works, rummaging around for different items, and talking about the differences between the base game and the Randomizer. We streamed the experience over on our Twitch channel, and have the VOD for anyone that wants to watch ! Let us know if you'd like to see this series return in podcast form, and make sure you're subbed to us on Twitch ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Oct 31, 2022

HAPPY HALLOOOWWEEENNN everybody! In addition to passing out candy and jamming to the Monster Mash, your other favorite Halloween ritual is finally here: The Zelda Cast's annual SPOOKY show! This year, we're blatantly ripping off our pals on the Tier Force Hero show to rank every single ghost in the Zelda series! Phantom Ganon, Jallhalla, Spooktor and Spektor, and... Princess Zelda?! We discuss 'em all and sort them into tiers based off our favorite horror films! It's all treat and no trick this week on the show! All this, PLUS we go over the new Zelda & Chill III album and talk Halloween costumes! Don't miss out! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Oct 24, 2022

Happy Monday Zelda Cast fam! We've got a doozy of a show this week, as we go nearly ninety minutes discussing collectathon items and assigning them a grade! Everything from Secret Seashells to Golden Skulltullas to Ship Parts to Tri Force Heroes Outfits to, of course, Koroks are on the table, and we're getting digging in deep to find out what makes a good collectathon. Does multiple rewards make it more rewarding? How does the story of the quest factor in? How much is too much? All of this is up for discussion, and of course, we want you to weigh in with us on Twitter! All that, PLUS our latest thoughts on the Bayonetta 3 Voice Acting controversy and detailing a Zelda -like Metroidvania game Andy is playing. Come hang out with us! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Oct 17, 2022

What's up Zelda fans? It's Monday, and you know what that means: another brand new episode of the Zelda Cast for you to chew on! This week, we're taking a look at some of the Zelda Dungeon Writing Staff's Daily Debates and weighing in with our two cents. What's up with the dragon, or Ouroboros, in the logo of Tears of the Kingdom ? What do we think those vial things are Link is shown carrying on his hip? Should there be optional bosses in the overworld? Do we agree with how Nintendo has marketed this game thus far? What's a part in one of our favorite Zelda games that we dread going to? With how difficult it seems like developing Tears of the Kingdom has been, could this be the last big open world Zelda title? All this and so much more, PLUS, we react to the ongoing Bayonetta voice acting controversy. Come hang out with us! Hey, by the way - the Zelda Cast in on Tik-Tok now! If you wanna see even more of our lovely faces, come give us a follow ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Oct 10, 2022

With the trailer for the much anticipated Super Mario Bros. Movie finally hitting the airwaves this week, the gang decide what better time than now to go over and pitch what their ideas for a Legend of Zelda movie might look like! Is it safe to assume it would be an animated movie since Nintendo bought an animation studio? Would the plot follow a game or have an original story? Who would voice act the iconic roles of Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf? What other movies and shows would we use as inspiration? We dive into this, PLUS react to the Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer, talking Chris Pratt's Mario voice, how awesome Jack Black is, the quality of the animation, and whether or not we're excited for the movie! Come hang out and let us know who you would cast and what your Zelda movie would look like! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Oct 3, 2022

Andy makes his triumphant return this week, and it's just in the nick of time as the Cast are taking YOUR questions on the upcoming Zelda game, Tears of the Kingdom ! How much of a role should we realistically expect the Zonai tribe to play? What will the new Champions be up to in this game? What does the overworld map have to do to escape the shadow of Breath of the Wild ? Do we even like the name Tears of the Kingdom ? There's no way Nintendo could bring back breakable weapons, right? What kind of themed dungeons would we like to see? Is it time for Ganondorf to make a return? All this and so much more! Come hang out with us and make sure you subscribe as we'll have tons of Tears of the Kingdom coverage! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Sep 27, 2022

Al again! Judy and I are back with even more Spirit Tracks love this week. And for this episode, we are joined by a fellow DS Zelda enthusiast, and one of the masterminds behind the Zelda Dungeon Marathon, Katherine Endicott! Today we sit down and discuss the dungeons found in Spirit Tracks and rank them definitively from not bad, to the absolute best in the game! Who knew that one train game had such great dungeons? Come hang out with us and see if you agree with our list! As always, feel free to play along and share your own definitive ranking of these epic dungeons! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Sep 20, 2022

Hello everyone! Al here. Andy is on vacation this week, so I'm taking over! I'm joined by Judy Calder of Gossip Stones fame, and we decided to take this opportunity to give good ol' Spirit Tracks the love it deserves in a deep-dive retrospective. But that's not all! We also chat about the recent Direct, what we're personally looking forward to from all the titles that were showcased, and of course, we shared our thoughts and feelings on the Zelda series' latest title: Tears of the Kingdom ! Some of us may go on vacation, but the podcast on all things Zelda never rests! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Sep 13, 2022

We are coming in hot with a NEW EPISODE that features our reactions to the Nintendo Direct, and specifically, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ! We analyze the trailer frame by frame, talk about the Zelda titles we didn't see, discuss the title and it's story potential, and so much more! Plus, we're breaking down the rest of the Direct, talking Pikmin , Fire Emblem , Octopath Traveler , Goldeneye , and more! Come hang out with us! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Sep 12, 2022

It's that time of year again! That's right - IT'S FALL BRAAAWL! You know the drill by now - 64 characters face off in a single elimination popularity contest until only one remains, BUT there's a catch this year: half the field are Super Smash Bros. characters! As we do every year, we go through the tournament match by match and pick our favorites until we arrive at one winner! Zelda Cast Social Media Manager Jules Gia is getting in on the action with us this week, and you can get in on the action yourself by filling out a bracket ! Check out the full contest details here ! We pick a winner, PLUS touch on those Nintendo Direct rumors! You won't wanna miss this one! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Sep 5, 2022

Welcome back to another episode of ZELDA'S PERCENTAGES! The premise is simple: we read off a statement and then assign a probability of said statement coming true! This week, however, we're putting a bit of a twist on the gimmick by inviting our friend and Zelda Dungeon social media manager McKenna Krebs on the show and using her blog, zeldaisthegirl.com , as inspiration for our questions! Based on FOUR YEARS of wishlist's, we go through, read off, and assign a percentage to everything McKenna hopes to see in Breath of the Wild 2 ! Swimming and diving? Repairable weapons? The accordion as a musical instrument? A rebuilt Hyrule? More involvement from the new Champions? The Minish making a return? And of course, the million dollar question: is Princess Zelda a playable character? All this and more, PLUS, we are announcing the winner of the Blossom Tales II giveaway! Make sure to check out McKenna's blog for more content and thoughts on Breath of the Wild 2! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Aug 29, 2022

What's going on friends!? This week, we are diving head first into one of our most anticipated Zelda -like games in the last several years: Blossom Tales II: The Minotaur Prince ! We were big fans of the first, so we had really high hopes for this sequel, and for the most part, it delivers! Come listen as we dissect the dungeons of the game, praise the overworld, review the items, and ask about the future of the Blossom Tales series as it now finds itself at a cross roads: either lean into being a Zelda clone even more, or start to forge its own identity. Come listen, and if you want to read Andy's written review, check that out here ! That's not all though! We are giving away a copy of Blossom Tales II to one lucky listener! Head here for contest details (FYI: it's as easy as like and retweet!). Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Aug 22, 2022

A couple weeks ago, we ranked every version of Hyrule Castle/Ganon's Tower/Final Dungeon's that took place inside of a castle, and head a really engaging discussion about what constitutes a great final castle dungeon. This week, by popular demand, we're taking that and asking what makes a great final dungeon that's NOT set in a castle, and trust us when we say this was a lot harder than it seemed. Does flow into the final boss count for a lot? Should the area be somewhere unique, not seen before? How much can presentation make up for lack of puzzles? We discuss all this and more, PLUS some fierce debate on how to make chili and some quick Blossom Tales II talk! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Aug 16, 2022

Another week has crept away with no Breath of the Wild 2 news, but fret not: we're here to talk about a part of Breath of the Wild that we haven't explored yet: fashion! Well, fashion, stats, practicality, etc... Yes, that's right, we are here today to bust our best Blue Steel and critique all of Link's outfits in Breath of the Wild ! Which armor set do we have a soft spot for? Which ones are the bottom of the barrel? Are our opinions of the Tunic of the Wild controversial, or do more Zelda fans agree with us? Can Andy convince Al that the Tingle Suit is S-tier? Maybe most importantly, who thought it was a good idea to take Rex's, of all characters, outfit from Xenoblade and slap it into Breath of the Wild !?? All this, PLUS some Summer of Metroid Madness talk and a brief couple of movie reviews. Come hang with us, and make your own outfit tier ranking here ! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Aug 8, 2022

What's up Zelda fans! This week, Andy and Al are taking a trip through the series to discuss and rank all of the best FINAL CASTLES (and Towers... and Palaces... and-) in the series! About half the games feature some kind of version of Hyrule Castle / Ganon's Tower / Some kind of equivalent, so we're breaking down which one is the cream of the crop! What's the right length for a final castle? Can a dungeon lack charisma? Is re-fighting the same bosses from earlier dungeons at the end of the game ever a good idea? And most importantly, when Andy and Al reach a standstill about where one particular castle should be ranked, who breaks first!? All this and more, PLUS some terrible coffee stories and technical bloopers aplenty to laugh at (make sure to stick around to the very end!), so make sure you come join us! Also, check out Zelda & Chill 2 for that sweet Hyrule Castle beat! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Aug 1, 2022

It's our first show since returning from the 2022 Zelda Dungeon Marathon, and this week, Andy and Al don't have a show topic per-say, but rather, are just sitting down and catching up! They go over some of the games they played at the Marathon, tell some stories about the event, discuss some recent happenings in the video game world, debate whether we'll see Breath of the Wild 2 at the 2023 Marathon, and answer some fan questions about the event and Zelda in general. Come catch up with friends, and make sure to check out the Q&A Spiteri Show tweet to ask some podcast questions! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jul 25, 2022

After a gruelling, amazing, sleep deprived but incredibly rewarding week, Andy and Al are taking the week to recharge and recoup before getting back into the swing of things next week, but don't worry! We've got some LIVE Zelda trivia and the return of Name That Zelda Tune from this years Zelda Dungeon Marathon! Hosted by the big man himself, Mases Hagopian, come listen to our competitors (including Andy) battle to see who knows the most about Zelda! Thanks to everyone that watched and donated and we can't wait to get back to the regular rotation next week! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jul 18, 2022

The biggest crossover event in the history of Zelda podcasts is here! Live and in person from the Zelda Dungeon Marathon, Andy and Al sit down with the host and director of Another Zelda Podcast, David Geisler! Over the years, the Champions’ Cast, later the Zelda Cast, has developed a ton of running gags, jokes, and “-isms”, and we asked David to weigh in with his thoughts! Is Twilight Princess really that ugly? Is Satori Mountain really that cool? Is the Monk Maz Koshia theme rally a banger? Is loving the Tingle DS games as much as Andy does really normal?? All this and so much more from the Marathon, as the two biggest Zelda podcasts in the world finally collide! … but that’s not all! The crossover event continues! Look for a future episode of Another Zelda Podcast to feature Andy and Al! You can check out Another Zelda Podcast here , so make sure to give them some love by following, subscribing, and rating! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jul 11, 2022

Welcome back for another week of the freshest Zelda podcast around! Today, Andy and Al are taking a look over the series and trying to identify which dungeons mini-bosses are actually way cooler than the final boss of the dungeon. Dark Link? Yeah, way cooler than Morpha. Dangoro? Fyrus doesn't even come close to matching that fight. On and on, until we have a definitive list of ultra cool mini-bosses, some of which may surprise you. Plus, we give some love to some honorable mentions - mini-bosses that may not eclipse the final boss, but maybe reach the same level. All this PLUS a tooon of Zelda Dungeon Marathon talk! We detail what games we're playing, the new Zelda Cast merch, world record attempts, and... A Link to the Past using DDR pads to move?? You don't want to miss out! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jul 4, 2022

Strap in for a long show, because this week Andy and Al are talking about the INTRO’S to each Zelda game! Shamelessly stealing from our frenemies the Tier Force Heroes , we go through game by game and assign a tier ranking to the into of each game. What even constitutes as an intro? What goals should a great intro accomplish? Are we giving any leeway for game manuals? How can we love the long intro to one game and not the other? Maybe most pressingly – how long can Andy rant about herding goats? All this, PLUS some Zelda Dungeon Marathon hype , new merch , and Twilight Princess stream talk! Come weight in with us and tell us what you think about our list! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 27, 2022

After a week off sick, the gang are back together to answer your fan submitted questions! We asked you to head to Twitter and give us questions, and you delivered big time! Has the fervor around the Zelda timeline died out in recent years? Is there any way the corpse shown in the sequel trailer is Demise? Are the days of new, top down Zelda games over? What’s a way to mix breakable weapons and classic Zelda items? What were the biggest lessons Breath of the Wild taught Nintendo about what fans want out of Zelda ? Is a Zelda Shrine maker more practical than a Zelda Dungeon maker? All this and so much more, PLUS some Covid stories, real world talk, and Nintendo Direct chatter. Come hang with us! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 20, 2022

Unfortunately, Andy and Al both managed to come down with Covid, so they weren't able to record a new show this week, but fret not! We didn't want to leave anyone hanging, so we dug into the Omega Metroid Podcast archives for a never-heard-before episode featuring Andy and Zelda Dungeon's own Rod Lloyd breaking down what they would want to see in a potential crossover between the two Nintendo franchises! Be sure to tune in next week as we get back on schedule and answer all of your Twitter questions! For more Metroid podcast content, make sure to head over to Omega Metroid ! Download! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 13, 2022

Good day, good day, and welcome to yet another show where we still don't know anything about Breath of the Wild 2 or when the next Nintendo Direct might be. It's not all bad news though, as this week, we participated in Linktober's Zelda Creator Con and had a really fun show, debuting a new segment called Zelda's Percentages. The premise is simple: we read a statement and then assign a percentage on the likelihood of it coming true or not! Does the sequel sell less than half of the original Breath of the Wild ? Is there any way that corpse isn't Ganondorf? Is Zelda next in line for a movie? Are we paying full price each for The Wind Waker HD and Twilight Princess HD ? All this and more, plus a little movie talk! Come and hang out with us on this rainy Monday! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 6, 2022

Welcome to the Zelda Cast! This week, we are laying down some heavy predictions for the as-of-yet unannounced Nintendo Direct that we're presuming will slot in the usual E3 time frame (if E3 was happening this year, that is). Andy and Al argue about whether or not it's finally time for Nintendo to pull the lid back on Breath of the Wild 2 and completely show us what this game is all about, plus, have differing opinions as to if any ports of classic Zelda games will get revealed or not. Plus, is it finally time to get a glance at Metroid Prime 4 ? How about the long rumored Super Mario Odyssey 2 ? And what kind of presence will Mario Kart have? New courses only, or maybe more? All this, PLUS predictions about Donkey Kong Country , Xenoblade , Advance Wars , My Time in Portia , Goldeneye , and more! Let us know what you think of our predictions on Twitter and who you think will come out on top! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon

Jun 3, 2022

To everyone that's been following the Zelda Dungeon podcast for the last four an a half years, we've got some news for you: the podcast will be undergoing a name change! Four and a half years ago when I decided I wanted to revive the Zelda Informer Podcast (that's going waaay back!), the hip and happening thing in the Zelda world was The Champions' Ballad , the last piece of downloadable content for Breath of the Wild . Wanting to play on that name, The Champions' Cast was born! For over four years, we've podcasted weekly about all things Zelda , from Breath of the Wild to Ocarina of Time to Wand of Gamelon to Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland to literally anything even kind of associated with The Legend of Zelda . With that in mind, we thought it was fitting that with the upcoming Breath of the Wild 2 around the corner, we establish a name that better represents what our show is all about: The Zelda Cast! So what does this mean for longtime listeners of the show? Are there any earth shattering changes you should expect? In a word: nope! All that will change is the name and the logo of the show (which I have to admit, I've wanted to do for a while. I love me some blue, but when I think Zelda , I think the color green. Is that just me?). You'll still get weekly episodes, you'll still hear Al and I on our grind every week, you'll still have episodes download automatically if you're subscribed. There's no change! One new thing is that the podcast is now on Twitter! We plan on having lots of show clips and other discussion points, so make sure to give us a follow: @TheZeldaCast. We're also planning on live streaming EVERY SHOW on Twitch going forward, @TheZeldaCast , so make sure you're following to check out the podcast in real time! Furthermore, new merch will be available soon! Check out all of our existing social media and podcast channels and make sure you're following and subscribing (you can even advertise on the show!). Thank you for all the support and we can't wait to keep bringing you weekly Zelda content! Follow The Zelda Cast! Twitter The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Zelda Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 30, 2022

Recently, we ran a staff feature asking our writing staff what one specific thing Breath of the Wild 2 could do that would make the 6 year development time worth the wait. Answers varied from having a playable Princess Zelda to introducing a Dark World to featuring underwater exploration to an emphasis on Malice and its origins and much, much more, so this week, Andy and Al dissect each answer and react and give their own analysis on how likely our staffs wishes are. Come hang out with us, as we're also talking Star Wars , Stranger Things , Avatar , and a big announcement coming in a few weeks! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 23, 2022

If you've listened to the Champions' Cast even a little, you probably know that The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes is Andy's least favorite Zelda game, so this week, we asked YOU to send us questions about the 3DS title for us to unpack. In addition to explaining why Andy thinks Tri Force Heroes is a bad Zelda game, the gang answer questions like what did they think of the totem mechanic, what their favorite outfit from the game was, if Lady Maud is an underrated villain, what their opinion on the music is, what could have been improved in the online play, and thoughts on playing solo versus with friends. You won't want to miss this show, as we cover all this PLUS weigh in on the Mysplaced / Link's Awakening controversy. Come enjoy a holiday Monday (well, for us Canadians anyway!) with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 17, 2022

We’ve got a special show for you this week as we catch up with Andrew Shouldice, the lead developer of Tunic , a game we called on this very show “ maybe the best Zelda -like game we’ve ever played .” We pick Andrew’s brain about the origins of Tunic , how the project started, how he met his collaborators, the state of Canadian indie developers, what other games inspired Tunic , the manual concept and where that was born, his reaction to the positive reception, what his gaming backlog looks like, and if there’s a chance we see the little Fox back in action again someday. If you haven’t played Tunic, check out our review and listen to our podcast episode and believe us when we say it’s one of the best Inspired By Zelda games you’ll play. … PLUS, get ready for a special treat next week, as we are taking YOUR questions about Andy’s least favorite Zelda game: Tri Force Heroes ! Submit your questions for next weeks Tri Force Heroes Q&A show on Twitter or Discord ! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 9, 2022

This week, we had some scheduling snafus that lead us to not being able to record a new episode, BUT instead of taking the week off to relax, recharge, and sip Pina Coladas, we're instead releasing an episode from the vault, one of our best shows, where we are ranking all of Link's showdowns with the King of Evil himself, Ganondorf! Joined by the amazing Mallo Photography , we get talk all things Ganon in this blast from the past! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

May 2, 2022

With absolutely nothing going on in the world of Zelda , Andy and Al spend this week answering some of the Daily Debates the Zelda Dungeon Writing Team have come up with, and the conversation is fantastic! How long is too long to wait for a sequel? Does that Breath of the Wild 2 footage look a little too good for the Switch? How are choosing as our party if we can pick any Zelda NPCs to back us up in a RPG? What unique dungeon theme should be revisited in the future? What would be the spot in the Zelda world we would just like to chill out in? All this and a ton of other questions answered in a light and breezy show this week! Don't miss out! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 25, 2022

You know how much we love us a good Zelda -like game, and with Breath of the Wild 2 being delayed, there was no better time for arguably the greatest ever Zelda -like game to grace our consoles: Tunic ! The cute adventure of a little fox on a lonely island wears its inspiration on its sleeve and offers an incredibly dense, challenging, fun, at times obtuse, nostalgic adventure all at the same time. The gang are joined by Rod Lloyd , who penned the official Zelda Dungeon review of Tunic , to discuss anything and everything about the game! Tunic is available on Steam and Xbox right now, and we couldn't recommend it enough! We'd love to hear your thoughts on this touching adventure, so let us know what you think! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 18, 2022

A good or bad gimmick can elevate or detract from a game, and the Zelda series is unique in that every single game has a distinct, unique gimmick associated with it that makes them ripe for examination! This week, we're diving in and discussing what's worked and what needed improvement over the years with Zelda gimmicks; Dual worlds are a favorite staple, but maybe stylus or motion controls weren't for everybody. Transforming via masks was likewise awesome, so why did transforming into a wolf fall flat? How can one multiplayer Zelda game have one of the best gimmicks in the series while another has the absolute worst? All this is discussed in this box-of-gimmicks retrospective, PLUS, we hypothesize on what Breath of the Wild 2's gimmick might end up being; spoiler - it's a gimmick we've seen before! Come hang out with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 11, 2022

Get ready to rumble, because this week the gang are talking a little Smash and a little Zelda , and specifically, what the best stages to play on are. Is Temple still the favorite and what makes it such an elite stage? Are Bridge of Eldin and Gerudo Valley just a little too boring to be great? Is N64's Hyrule Castle " Zelda " enough? Was Breath of the Wild's representation in Smash Ultimate below average? Why dies 2D Zelda get no love at all in the fighting series? And what stages would we have picked if we were in charge of making those decisions? All this, PLUS some followup from last weeks Breath of the Wild 2 delay. You won't wanna miss this episode! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Apr 4, 2022

With last weeks disappointing yet somewhat expected announcement of the delay of Breath of the Wild's sequel, the gang get together to discuss their thoughts and reactions. Is this the most disappointing Zelda delay yet? Are Nintendo just saving this game for new hardware? Is there something deeply flawed with Nintendo's developmental process? What was up with that busted Master Sword in the trailer? And maybe most importantly, how fresh did Aonuma-san look with his fresh hair cut?! All this and more discussion, including thoughts on E3's cancellation. Come hang out with us this week and let us know your thoughts on Breath of the Wild 2's delay! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 28, 2022

This week, we're giving some love to an often overlooked and underappreciated game in The Legend of Zelda: Adventure of Link ! Okay, maybe it's not all love, but we do answer all of your questions about the game and come away with some really engaging discussion! What're our favorite spells? Did the XP system help or hurt the game? What were our favorite bosses? Did we like the random encounters on the overworld? Did the lack of map hurt this game? What are the biggest redeeming factors of this game? How did Adventure of Link inspire the Zelda series, both in terms of what to do and what not to do? All this and so much more! Come and hang with us as we go way back to finally give the black sheep of the series its day in the sun! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 21, 2022

Definitive Ranking returns for the first time since summer 2021, this time examining arguably not only the greatest Zelda game, but the greatest game period - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time ! We're taking a look at the classic 10 categories that make up any great Zelda game - the controls, the dungeons, the story, the music, etc. - and ranking them on a scale of 1-5. Come play along as we shower this game with deserved praise and reminisce about the characters, the side quests, the memories, the legacy, and the foundation that Ocarina of Time laid out, while also examining how it holds up in 2022. All this, PLUS next week, we are hosting an Adventure of Link Q&A! If you have a question about Zelda II , ask us either on Discord, Disquis, Twitter, wherever, and we'll answer your question next week! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 14, 2022

It's that time of year again where MUSICAL MARCH MADNESS makes its triumphant return! As in years past, the gang go through the bracket and decide each matchup until the field of 64 has been whittled down to just one final champion. Some of our picks this year were surprising even to us, to make sure to tune in, as we also discuss whether we should vote for past winners or let new songs win, the dichotomy of some of the worst games having some of the best music, and our most overrated Zelda song! Come listen and don't forget to play along with us this year for the fourth annual Musical March Madness. Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Mar 7, 2022

We are nothing if not topical here on this show, so we decided we would hop on the biggest bandwagon of the last couple months and challenge each other in a game of Zelda themed Wordle! We made a few tweaks to make the game a little more accessible for listeners and out our spin on the popular word guessing game. Andy and Al face off in a game of wits to see who can guess the correct word! Come play along with us! PLUS don’t forget to check out Andy’s new project, https://www.omegametroid.com ! Come and support the show and browse the website, and if you want access to an EXTRA podcast called The Spiteri Show, consider signing up for Patreon ! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Pledge to Receive the Spiteri Show! Patreon Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 28, 2022

And now, time for something a little different! We’re transforming the show into the Pokémon Cast this week, as we give our thoughts and in depth review of the new open world, Breath-of-the-Wild -esque Pokémon adventure Pokémon Legends Arceus ! We go over how the new open world format feels, the new mechanics used to catch Pokémon, and how the game is the perfect blend of classic games, Pokémon Go , and Breath of the Wild ! We also discuss the games music, weight in on the graphics debate, offer some criticisms about the story, look at how side quests could be improved, and give our two cents on the new Hisuian forms for some classic ‘mon! All this, PLUS, we discuss how the newly revealed Pokémon Scarlet and Violet could impact the release schedule for Breath of the Wild 2 ! Come and catch ‘em all with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 21, 2022

We finally made it to a whopping 200 episodes! There are so many people to thank, so many friends we’ve made along the way, but all that is for another day! Today is about competition, and we’ve got both of Andy’s podcasts facing off against each other in a trivia contest! 20 Zelda and 20 Metroid questions await the combatants, each of varying difficulty, so if you think you know the answers, come play along with us! We can’t thank everyone enough for all the support over the last four years. We love all of you! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 14, 2022

We finally got a Nintendo Direct, and while it was mostly awesome, the absence of Breath of the Wild 2 loomed large over the proceedings. We break down what exactly we think is going on with that game and when we think it will be fully revealed, and then spend some time breaking down the rest of the games shown off. Splatoon 3, Triangle Strategy, Advance Wars all look awesome, and the new titles revealed like Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Fire Emblem Warriors 2, and Nintendo Switch Sports also look really promising. Throw in a free update for Metroid Dread and DLC for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and we had a mostly good time! Come hear our full thoughts, and THANK YOU to everyone who tuned into our Episode 200 live stream! Look forward to that in podcast form next week! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Feb 7, 2022

February is here, and you know what the means: it's the month of loooove, and we are getting a bit salacious this week as we take a look back over the years and rank all of the various love interests that Link has had over the years. Are we #TeamZelda or #TeamMipha? What was the first true romance for Link? Does Link show any romantic affection for Tetra or Midna, or are they just business partners? What moment in the most heartbreaking, and why can't destiny let our boy have nice things? What character from Twilight Princess has the opposite of chemistry with Link? Come have fun with us, and stick around for some quick Pokemon talk, Sony talk, and Episode 200 plans! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 31, 2022

You know those things that happen during the course of a Zelda game that just make you smile? Well we're diving deep into those moments in our show today to discuss what our favorite (and least favorite!) Zelda tropes and reoccurring elements are! Everything from Link beginning the game asleep to the Dead Man's Volley to companions to trading sequences, all the way to box art, reusing old bosses and more! Come strap in and let us know what your favorites are! PLUS, don't forget to tune in on February 13th for our episode 200 live stream! We hope to see you there! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 24, 2022

In a somewhat darker twist on our All-Star Team episode from a few weeks back, the gang are now picking their LEAST favorite themed dungeons in the series, which is not as easy as you may think! We pick out the dungeons that make us cringe, from the intro dungeon, to ice themed, to water themed, to mini-dungeon, all the way to the final dungeon! Come listen to figure out our thought process, what self-imposed rules we created for ourselves, and to hear us reveal our lists – in which some of the dungeons might surprise you, and some might seem obvious! All this, PLUS, some Microsoft/Activision talk, and discussing whether we should watch more Zelda -themed movies in the future. Come hang out with us! If you want to play along and make your own list, use this template: Intro Dungeon: Forest Themed Dungeon: Water Themed Dungeon: Fire Themed Dungeon: Ice Themed Dungeon: Desert Themed Dungeon: Scary Themed Dungeon: Mini-Dungeon: Vertical Tower 2D Themed Dungeon: Technology Themed Dungeon: Themeless Dungeon: Final Castle Dungeon: Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 17, 2022

We're back for another week with a very special episode, one that we've been looking forward to for a while: analyzing the world, characters, and themes of Studio Ghibli's 1997 masterpiece Princess Mononoke and seeing how that movie made a lasting impressing on the Zelda series, and Breath of the Wild in particular. We compare Link and Ashitaka, Zelda and San, Lady Eboshi and the citizens of Irontown to the fabled Sheikah clan, analyze the similar themes of nature versus technology, and even look to the plot of Princess Mononoke to deduce where we might be headed in Breath of the Wild 2 . Come get sweat away with us, and PLUS - we reveal our big episode 200 plans! Come and hang out, and if you haven't ever seen it, or maybe it's been a while, do yourself a favor and watch Princess Mononoke this week! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store

Jan 10, 2022

We are answering a PLETHORA of fan questions, so with absolutely no time to waste, let's go over some of what we touch on this week. Other than Breath of the Wild 2 , what's our biggest hope for Zelda in 2022? Why aren't the CD-i game included in Best Zelda Ever? What' the right balance between reveal and release? What Nintendo IP would we sacrifice to bring another IP back from the dead? What old Zelda bosses should make a comeback? Will there be a Breath of the Wild 3 ? All this and so much more, PLUS, tune in next week when we detail our big plan for episode 200! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jan 3, 2022

Happy New Year everyone! To kick off 2022, we're looking back at the year that was and then up ahead at the year that is to come! Was Zelda's 35th anniversary really that bad? Do we think Breath of the Wild 2 is still on track to release in 2022? What was the turning point in 2021 where fans started to get grumpy with the anniversary? Are hopes for a mobile Zelda game officially dead? Is Minish Cap headed to Switch in 2022? And what did Mario and Covid do to throw our Zelda 35 expectations out of whack? All this and a lot more too, PLUS, don't forget to head over to Discord or Facebook to ask us a Zelda question for next week! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Dec 20, 2021

This is our last show on 2021, so we're going out with a bang and celebrating the culmination of all of our writing team's hard work: Best Zelda Ever 2021! Our annual list is out, and of course Andy and Al were two of the writer that contributed to the list, so this week, we're going over the finished product and seeing what we agree with and what we don't! Come listen to some scathing rants and glorious insight into some of the more underappreciated games. All this PLUS, a little Spider-Man talk (no spoilers, promise!), Matrix Resurrections hype, and more movie chatter. Come hang out, and thank you for another wonderful year of Zelda podcasting! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Dec 14, 2021

The title really says it all, doesn't it? This week, we go over everything shown and, more importantly, not shown at The Game Awards this year, including Breath of the Wild 2 . Come hear Andy explain why he's losing anticipation for the sequel, our thoughts on The Game Awards as a legitimate award, our reactions to some of the games shown, and how Geoff Keighley fumbled an important chance to hold companies like Activision and Blizzard accountable on such a big stage. All this, PLUS, some crazy dog barking, new coffee flavors, and how we like to Christmas shop! Come hang out! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Dec 6, 2021

We're back on our usual biz this week, passing the time by assembling a Zelda Dungeon All-Star Team! Inspired by the NHL All-Star game every year, the gang decide if they had to pick the best intro dungeon, the best forest dungeon, the best water dungeon, etc. what would that list look like? We came up with some surprising answers, and also gave homage to some of the titans among the series. Copy and paste the template below to fill your roster out! All this, PLUS some Game Award talk (yes we will be streaming after the show if Breath of the Wild 2 is shown), the continuation of the best song of all time debate, and some Princess Mononoke talk. Come listen! Intro Dungeon: Forest Themed Dungeon: Water Themed Dungeon: Fire Themed Dungeon: Ice Themed Dungeon: Desert Themed Dungeon: Scary Themed Dungeon: Mini-Dungeon: Tower Vertical 2D Dungeon: Technology Themed Dungeon: Themeless Dungeon: Final Castle Dungeon: Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Nov 29, 2021

Another slow week of Zelda news makes way for us to dip into one of our oldest bag of tricks and answer Daily Debate questions from our amazing Zelda Dungeon writing staff! Would Link and Zelda swapping roles be compelling? What do we want DLC to look like in the future? What's the most excited we've ever been for a Zelda game? What's our favorite version of the dead man's volley? Best physical pre-order bonus? This is only a peak at some of the questions we answer! All this, PLUS we go over our thoughts on Breath of the Wild 2 and the Game Award, talk about Canadian coffee terminology, discus the greatest songs of all time, and more! Come hang out! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Nov 22, 2021

Which version of Impa reigns supreme within the Zelda series? Join Andy and Al this week as they discuss their takes and rank the many iterations of this beloved character, from her humble beginnings in The Legend of Zelda , to her latest, action-packed role in Age of Calamity . Find out if you agree with their list in the end, or if you prefer a different choice at the top! And of course, feel free to join them in their discussion-- or drag them for how wrong they are-- over on the Zelda Dungeon Discord channel! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Nov 15, 2021

Another week goes by, another week with no Zelda news. In order to pas the time and entertain ourselves, Andy and Al are joined by Gooey Fame to answer some Zelda -themed "would you rather" questions. Would we rather see a live action or animated Zelda movie? Would we rather hang out at Telma's Bar or the Lofty Pumpkin? Would we rather every new Zelda game play like Tri Force Heroes or look like Twilight Princess ? Would we rather work for Beedle or Tingle? Would we rather have the Spinner in real life or the Master Cycle Zero? All this and so many more questions, some goofy, some serious! PLUS, we chat a little wrestling and Zelda animated cartoon! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Nov 8, 2021

The second batch of DLC for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity , called Guardian of Remembrance , dropped last month, promising new vignettes, playable characters, stages, abilities, and more. Was the DLC a smashing success? Well, not exactly. This week, come listen to the gang as they lay out their problems with Age of Calamity's story, discuss the new playable characters, go over the missions and where they fell short, ponder the timing of introducing ultimate weapons, and wonder out loud "what was the point of it all"? Don't forget to participate in next week's show by asking us a Zelda- themed Would You Rather question on either Discord, Facebook, or Twitter! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Oct 31, 2021

Happy Halloween Zelda fans! Get into the spooky mode by celebrating some of the scariest and creepiest dungeons and areas in the Zelda series. We are definitively ranking them to figure out what is the absolute creepiest of them all. From heavy hitters like the Shadow Temple and Arbiters Grounds to lessor known dungeons like Phantom Hourglass's Ghost Ship or Oracle of Seasons' Explorer's Crypt, all the way back to area's with creepy vibes like Ikana Castle or The Minish Cap's Royal Valley, we cover them all! Come find out what we think! Don't forget to tune in next week, when we review the last batch of DLC for Age of Calamity ! Until then! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Oct 25, 2021

With another slow news week in the world of Zelda rolling on by, we decided to pass the time by bringing back an old favorite: Guess That Zelda ____! This time, we've decided to try and stump each other by picking some of the dungeons (and mini-dungeons) of the series. Joined by our own Skull Kid Nico , we activate what we're calling Fusion Difficulty (thanks Metroid !) and limiting ourselves to only 10 questions instead of the usual 16 to get it right. Think you can beat us? Come play along! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Oct 18, 2021

Buckle in, because we have an action packed show for you today! We asked you to give us your best Majora's Mask questions and as usually, you did not disappoint! What would a Rito transformation mask have looked like? Is there any reason to ever come back to Termina? Where does Skull Kid rank on the list on non-Ganon Zelda villains? What do we make of the "Link is dead" theory? What's a sidequest that could have been improved? Which Majora's Mask characters are better than their Ocarina of Time counter parts and vice versa? Should Zelda ever tackle the themes of grief and loss as head on as this game does ever again? All this, PLUS hear our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass pricing model, what we think about Sora being the final Smash Bros. character, just what the heck Captain N is, and chatter about Pokémon cards. Come hang with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Oct 11, 2021

So, full disclosure: this is more an episode about Metroid from a Zelda fans perspective than an episode about Zelda itself, so if you're looking for in depth Zelda , come back next week (when, by the way, we're answering Majora's Mask questions, so if you have any, make sure to ask us on Discord !). This week, we're celebrating the release of Metroid Dread by looking back and examining why it is that Zelda took off as a series and Metroid hit a stalemate, while then comparing the 35th anniversaries of both series and asking which got the better deal. PLUS, Alasyn finally played Super Metroid as part of her losing an E3 bet, so she shares her first time experiences and talks about the bosses, the Baby Metroid, the controls, the concept of a Metroidvania, and... Phantom Hourglass's Temple of the Ocean King?? Come hang with us, and if you've never played a Metroid game, consider trying Dread! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Oct 4, 2021

Gather round the fire and prepare to be enraged as the gang gets together and debates which Zelda games have the best OST's. We're tackling a bunch of different topics that were a lot of fun, including: does one great song redeem the Spirit Tracks OST? How has our opinions on Breath of the Wild's ambient music changed over the years? Is the music of Tri Force Heroes its one redeemable quality? Which Zelda game gets the S-Tier crown? Can Andy convince everyone that The Minish Cap has a A-Tier worthy soundtrack? All this and more musical madness as The Champions' Cast Facebook Coordinator Jules Gia makes her podcast debut! PLUS, we're talking about the TGS footage of Age of Calamity , Zelda tattoos, Metroid Dread , and more! Come hang! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Sep 28, 2021

We had our usual September Nintendo Direct, and while it didn't necessarily blow the roof off the house, it was still a solid show that gave us a look at a lot of cool stuff! Come listen as we break down and react to the announcements, including our thoughts on the Mario movie and casting voice actors versus celebrities, if you should be mad that Nintendo 64 games coming to NSO will cost you more money, Andy's scathing rant on Kirby , and of course, the latest snippet of DLC we got for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity . All this, plus some thoughts on Splatoon , Bayonetta , and Zelda jigsaw puzzles! Come hang out with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Sep 20, 2021

If you're anything like us, you might feel like you're in a bit of a Zelda drought. With no new new Zelda games for the last couple years and a bunch of remakes to hold us over, the itch to play something Zelda -like can feel pretty intense. Luckily this week, Andy and Al are covering some of the absolute best Zelda -like games you can play! Come hear us talk about classics like Okami , Shadow of the Colossus , and Hyper Light Drifter , while also detailing newer games like Ittle Dew , Moonlighter , and Fairune ! Come hang and let us know what your favorite Inspired By Zelda titles are! PLUS, come listen to Andy's miserable Tim Horton's coffee story and hear the gang speculate as to why we haven't gotten a Nintendo Direct yet! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Sep 13, 2021

If you haven't heard by now, the third annual Fall Brawl Character Contest is LIVE over on Zelda Dungeon, and this week we're going through the field of 64 to narrow it down, match by match, until only ONE character is left! Who will end up being our favorite character? Senior Editor Heather Beard makes her Champions' Cast debut to help us narrow it down! YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FILL OUT A PREDICTION AND WIN PRIZES! Just follow the link to the main article and enter the contest at the bottom! Fall Brawl starts on Monday at 6 pm MST! See you then! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Sep 6, 2021

This week, Andy makes his triumphant return to the show to tell a few wedding stories about his bachelor party and a homeless person sleeping in his car, while also tackling a plethora of Zelda questions! We asked you for your best, and as always, you didn't disappoint! What's our favorite mini-dungeon in the series? What kind of Zelda game do we think comes after Breath of the Wild 2 ? Other than Clock Town, what's our favorite town in the series? If we could add any character from Zelda into Super Smash Bros. , who would it be? What's an effective way to tell stories in open world video games? What gameplay mechanics from previous games do we think would be cool to see again? All this and so much more in an action packed episode of the Cast! Make sure to grab your Champions' Cast hoodies and snuggle up to your speakers, cause this episode is a riot! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Aug 30, 2021

Behold the triumphant return of Guess that Zelda Location! Gooey, Corey, and Al had a great time playing this game last year. So we decided to bring it back with some new guests! Come see how well we know each other, and try to guess the Zelda locations in 16 questions or less as you play along with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Lulu Tyson (@Lulushugaboo) Judy Calder (@AHylianPrincess) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Aug 23, 2021

Andy is off getting married this week (congrats friend!), so we decided to dig deep into the archive for this week's episode. We're taking you back to the Andy and Taylor days as Andy recounts his wacky adventures in Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland ! Whether this episode is a blast from the past, or a whole new listening experience for you, we hope you enjoy, and maybe even consider playing Tingle's spinoff game yourself one day! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Taylor Wells (@GIF_Bluehawk) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Aug 16, 2021

Andy and Al are back for another fun ride through the world of Zelda , answering a bunch of Daily Debate questions. Which Link has the best character arc? Which game has the least amount of plot holes? Would we like to see upgradable items and weapons make a comeback? Was Demise way too hard of a final boss? Should we stop calling it the Zelda timeline and instead call it a Multiverse? All this and so much more! Come and hang out with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Aug 8, 2021

Last week in our Definitive Ranking of Skyward Sword , we glossed over the dungeons, giving them a perfect 5 and promising to elaborate the next week. Well, that week is now here, and we have a lot to say about the different dungeons of Skyward Sword ! We go over all seven dungeons, discussing in great detail the bosses, the items, the music, the aesthetic, and puzzles, and more! We had wildly different rankings, so there was some hard bargaining too! Come tell us what you think of our list, and make sure to let us know what your faves are! PLUS... what kind of world are we living in when Nintendo acknowledges Metroid's 35th anniversary and not Zelda's ?! Craziness! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Aug 3, 2021

Alasyn returns this week to join Andy in one of their absolute favorite activities: definitive rankings! Borrowing the concept from their Hyrule Compendium pals, definitive ranking entails taking the ten categories that really make up a Zelda game - the world, the art style, the story, the music, the dungeons, the bosses, the items, the pacing, the extras, and the gameplay - and ranking it from 1 to 5. Where does Skyward Sword fall on our list? Come listen to find out! Plus, don't miss next week, and as dive deep into the dungeons of Skyward Sword , PLUS, we talk some Zelda Dungeon Marathon! Come hang out with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jul 25, 2021

Happy ZDMX week everyone! This week, our pal Alasyn is away for the 10th annual Zelda Dungeon Marathon, so we're cracking open a previously-Twitch-exclusive episode pitting Andy and Al against Zelda Universe's Alex Trevino and Amanda van Hiel ! There might be a few audio hiccups on here, but we figured it was better than skipping a week of the show, so come on and play with us! There are some epic doozeys in here, o come and see which competitor walks away the champion from this Fatal 4-Way matchup! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jul 20, 2021

It's finally here! The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is one of both Andy and Alasyn's favorite Zelda games ever, so there was a lot to look forward to in the new HD remaster. Hear our thoughts as we go in depth covering both control schemes, what works and what doesn't, what we think of the updated visuals and performance, what's missing from HD that would level it up even more, and what QOL changes really stick out to us as invaluable. Come and enjoy Skyward Sword HD with us! PLUS, be sure to check out The Champions' Cast t-shirts and swag over on Zelda Dungeon's official merch store! Be the coolest kid on your block when you rock a Moblin Club, Talus Gym, or Spiteri 3:16 t-shirt! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Grab The Champions’ Cast Merch! Official Zelda Dungeon Merch store Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jul 12, 2021

We are back with another weeks worth of Daily Debates to, well, debate! We picked the minds of Zelda Dungeon's Writing Team, getting some of the best and most engaging questions to give our hot takes on! We cover a bunch of different issues, such as: what we think of the Switch OLED, our favorite tunes in Skyward Sword , the idea that we might not be playing as Link in Breath of the Wild 2 , interactive memories, voice acting, Zelda as a playable character or companion, and if Nintendo botched Zelda's 35th anniversary. Come hang out with us, and be sure to check us out over on Twitch! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jul 5, 2021

Welcome to another episode of the Champions' Cast! This week, we're joined by Zelda Universe's Alex Trevino to discuss and review the first wave of DLC for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Pulse of the Ancients ! Find out what we thought about the new skill tree, learn about all the different upgrades available, if we liked the new Flail and Master Cycle weapons, what viscous monsters were the worst, and of course, if we rated the new playable characters, the Battle Tested Guardian, as a thumbs up or a thumbs down. All this, plus we get Alex's take on whether it's still possible that the events of Age of Calamity will have any bearing on the plot of Breath of the Wild 2 , or if that ship has long sailed. Check it out! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jun 28, 2021

We're still on cloud nine after finally seeing the latest Breath of the Wild 2 trailer, so this week, the gang tackle your fan questions and theories! We're covering a whole array of topics, including our take on the popular fan theory about the Zonai Tribe and their potential influence on the game. Plus, might we be playing both in the present and 10,000 years in the past? Will Age of Calamity's ending have any impact on Breath of the Wild 2 ? Is it coincidence or design that Skyward Sword HD releases so close before? What's the sweet spot for open world gameplay vs traditional storytelling? Is Demise showing back up? How about Astor? How about Fi?! So much to unpack, so much to talk about! Make sure you're hanging out with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jun 21, 2021

We're still coming down from the high of last week's Nintendo Direct, where we finally got to see new footage from the sequel to Breath of the Wild , so this week, we tried to put our thinking caps on and really break down what we saw. Come listen to our theories on Link's arm, how Runes might work, the relationship between the Sky and the Ground, what's up with Link's Champions Tunic, who that creepy corpse guy might be, what happens to Zelda and so much more! We only got about 1:30 of new footage, but there's so much to unpack! This, plus what' up with Nintendo not revealing the subtitle for the sequel, and did this trailer really move the needle for us, or did it leave us a little underwhelmed? Come hang with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jun 15, 2021

E3 finally happened and it did not disappoint! We got a brand new look at the still-untitled sequel to Breath of the Wild, the first footage we've seen in over two years! Come hear our thoughts on the trailer, what we noticed about Link's hand, speculation over the new ruins, our thoughts on Hyrules sky and much more! Plus, we talk about Age of Calamity's DLC, the lack of special Zelda 35th Anniversary stuff, and more! All that, plus we give our two cents on Metroid Dread (!!!), the newest Smash fighter, and all the big games revealed at E3! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Jun 7, 2021

We're so close we can TASTE it. Eight days away from E3 and the potential revealing of Breath of the Wild 2 , Age of Calamity DLC, and Skyward Sword HD details in what seems like it could be a very Zelda heavy presentation has over the moon. Of course, the best way to know where you're going is to know where you've been, so this week, Andy and Al take a look at some of the high points and low spots Zelda has found itself in over the years at E3. This, plus BIG ANNOUNCEMENT TIME. We have started a Twitch channel and our first stream will be post-Nintendo Direct on the 15th at 10 am PST. To get our channel kicked off in the right way, we are GIVING AWAY a Champions' Cast t-shirt - all you need to do to enter the draw is go follow the channel. That's it! Click here to go follow and make sure you're hanging out with us live next week! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

May 31, 2021

It seems like forever since the last time we got to say this, but it's E3 Predictions time! Of course, the million dollar question for Zelda fans and Nintendo fans everywhere is after two long years will we finally see Breath of the Wild 2 ?! The gang disagree on that, but that's not all we're putting money on the table for. Will there be new Zelda amiibo? What's going on with the Age of Calamity DLC, Pulse of the Ancients ? Have we seen everything there is to see in Skyward Sword HD , or is there more to be revealed? What new character might join the Smash Ultimate roster? Could we see the reveal of the Switch Pro? And what else might Nintendo have planned beyond Zelda ? Come predict with us and tell us if you're #TeamAndy or #TeamAlasyn on the Breath of the Wild 2 debate! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

May 24, 2021

A fan favorite makes its triumphant return this week as the gang play a game of "Guess That Zelda Character in 16 Questions" on this week show! Joined by Celeste Roberts of Another Zelda Podcast and Boss Rush Games, they pull out all the stops trying to one up each other. Come play along, and listen to Andy and Al die a thousand slow deaths on one character, Celeste's amazing Hail Mary guess, and Andy pick maybe the most obscure Zelda character ever! The gang also give their two cents on the Skyward Sword Loftwing amiibo controversy and opine on what gameplay features if any should be hidden behind the amiibo "paywall". Come check out this weeks episode and get ready for next weeks E3 predictions! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

May 17, 2021

With E3 just around the corner, and Andy ready to bet his house, his dog, and his shirt on the fact that we'll be seeing a new Breath of the Wild 2 trailer there, we felt like what better time to talk about some of the most impactful and memorable trailer in the Zelda series! We offer commentary, insight, context, memories, and reactions as we reminisce about 11 of the greatest trailers ever, including of course, that Breath of the Wild trailer, which may stand in time as being the greatest trailer for anything, ever! Al this, PLUS we have some contest teases to plug! Come hang out with us! ... and if you want to watch all the trailers we're talking about, check them out here! In no particular order: Breath of the Wild 2 , Ballad of the Goddess , Link's Awakening Reveal , Twilight Princess Title , Twilight Princess E3 2004 Reveal , The Wind Waker HD Launch , Skyward Sword E3 2010 , Zelda Wii U E3 2014 Reveal , Majora' Mask 3D , Breath of the Wild E3 2016 , Breath of the Wild 2017 Switch Presentation Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

May 10, 2021

Another week in the bags as we get closer and closer to E3 and (hopefully) Zelda's return. To help pass the time, we are talking about a different Zelda this week... or actually, a bunch of them! Andy and Alasyn are discussing all of the different appearances of Princess Zelda over the years and which ones they liked and disliked. Everything from the character design to the story to the character arcs and everything else are on the table here, so make sure you check it out and weight in on your favorite versions of Zelda. Unsurprisingly, Andy has an particularly harsh opinion of one of the series' most beloved incarnations of Zelda, so you'll definitely want to check this out! All this, PLUS some TV talk! House of Cards , The Expanse , Castlevania , and more! Come hang with us! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

May 2, 2021

Welcome back to another DEFINITIVE RANKING. This time around, we're talking the bosses (and mini-bosses!) of Andy's favorite game, Ocarina of Time! With no fewer than 16 (woo!) creatures to rank, the gang has some pretty dastardly conversation about which bosses rule, and which bosses are a little average. Is steak more important than sizzle in a boss fight? And can Andy and Al compromise to determine the greatest fight in the game? We'll see! Ganondorf, Dark Link, Bongo Bongo, Dead Hands, Twinrova and SO MUCH MORE! Come tell us what you think about our rankings, and of course, let us know where you stand! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Apr 26, 2021

Imagine if certain things had turned out differently in the history of Zelda , if just a couple changes had been made in the "real world timeline", how different the Zelda series might look today? It's kind of a mindbend, thinking about how history might look completely different, so this week, the gang goes full bore into the thought experiments to speculate and hypothesize what would have happened if certain things had been different over the years. What if Skyward Sword's E3 demo worked? Would Zelda fans like it more? What if Breath of the Wild had come out for Wii U as intended? Would it have saved that console or doomed the Switch? What if The Wind Waker had used the Spaceworld graphical style? What if the 80's cartoon had more heavily influenced the series going forward? All these questions discussed and so much more! Come play along with us and let us know YOUR biggest "What If" questions! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM

Apr 19, 2021

Another week, another Legend of Zelda game specific Q&A! This week, we asked our community on Discord and Facebook to ask us anything they wanted to about one of the most overlooked games in the franchise: A Link Between Worlds ! Cody Davies of Zelda Universe joins the gang this week to tackle topics like our thoughts on the rental system, was the map too similar to A Link to the Past , who was our favorite Sage, what did we think of the big twist at the end, how much time did we spend in the Milk Bar, and so much more! Come hang out with us and make sure you're following us so that you can get it in on the action next time we have a Q&A! Download! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Apr 11, 2021

This week for the show, we do what we always do when there's nothing particularly pressing to talk about: steal the great ideas of our Zelda Dungeon writing team and answer some of their Daily Debates! Tune in and hear our two cents on topics like: is Breath of the Wild 2 losing anticipation? Which Zelda game offers the most replay value? Should the series introduce post game content? Would we name a kid after a Zelda character? Which game do we wish we could experience again for the first time? And Ilia... well, we haven't heard a good Twilight Princess rant in a while, so if you're a fan of that, you're in luck! All this, PLUS we give our takes on E3 coming back and what that means for Breath of the Wild 2 ! Come listen! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Apr 4, 2021

Musical March Madness may be over, but that doesn't mean we're done with Zelda music! This week, we play a game of Guess That Zelda Song, where the one and only webmaster of Zelda Dungeon Mases Hagopian joins the fray to be the master of ceremonies in a "who can name that tune quicker" battle of wits between Andy and Alasyn! How bad is everyone's memory? What obvious Zelda track did we flub up? How many YouTube ads did we forget to skip before the music actually started playing!? Come find out and play along with us! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Mases Hagopian (@MasesHagopian) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Mar 29, 2021

What's better than a good ol' fashioned ranking episode? Not much, so we're reaching into our bag of tricks to pull out ten dungeons that we feel are underrated! Of course, the term underrated is pretty subjective, so there's bound to be some ones that ruffle some feathers, but come listen as we rap about our picks. Listen to which games the dungeons come from, why nobody talks about them, and have fun making your own list! All this, PLUS come hear about Andy's weeeird Breath of the Wild 2 dream. Premonition...?! Who knows! Follow The Champions’ Cast! Twitter Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Facebook x Discord Subscribe to The Champions’ Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM Advertise on The Champions’ Cast! Inquiries – andy.spiteri@zeldadungeon.net

Mar 22, 2021

What a crazy ride it's been. Hard to believe that three years have passed since starting this podcast, but here we are. Come celebrate with us this week, as Andy and Alasyn are joined by one of the founding members of The Champions' Cast, Taylor Wells, to reminisce and tell some stories of covering Zelda throughout the years. We're going over all of the announcements that the Zelda series has given us since we started the podcast, so come take a nice trip down memory lane as three friends do what they do best: talk Zelda ! Thank you to everyone who has supported and listened over the years! The podcast has grown bigger than anyone could have ever imagined, and we're just getting started! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Taylor Wells - @GIF_Bluehawk

Mar 15, 2021

It's that time of year again! The gang are joined by Corey to go through and pick their personal favorite Zelda song in the 2021 edition of Musical March Madness, and it's quite the doozy. Come join the drama as we talk which themes we like, which ones we think are overrated, and go round by round until we end up picking a winner no one could have predicted! Come listen, and don't forget to vote in Musical March Madness 2021 ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Corey Richmond – @CoreyRichmond

Mar 7, 2021

This week, we do what we do best on this show: speculate! We're having some fun as we predict some things that we think might come to pass in Breath of the Wild 2! When will it release, what new enemies might show up, what the "gimmick" of the game might be, what influence Age of Calamity might have on the story, and so much more! Come hang out and speculate with us, and of course, let us know what you think about our predictions! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 28, 2021

We're ending our week long celebration of the Oracle games with a bang as we finally tackle all of the dungeons from The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons ! With eight dungeons in the game, there's plenty to talk about, so come join us as we discuss which items we liked, which dungeons got the most out of the music, which bosses we loved to see come back, and which dungeon might just be the longest dungeon in the Zelda series. PLUS, Andy snuck in an extra "dungeon" in his playthrough, so we get even more bang for our buck! All this, plus some talk on the very Zelda -inspired new Pokemon games that were announced this week! Come pay homage to Oracle of Seasons with us! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 23, 2021

The first Nintendo Direct in over 500 days did not disappoint! Come hear the gangs reaction to all the news about Skyward Sword HD , the Age of Calamity DLC, Breath of the Wild 2 being name dropped, the lack of Zelda 35th Anniversary talk, and all the other big announcements from this week! Don't worry, next week we'll get back to our regularly scheduled Oracle of Seasons dungeon ranking, but this week we are way too excited about this Nintendo Direct! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 15, 2021

Happy birthday to The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages ! Hard to believe it's been 20 years since the Oracle games first graced our Game Boy Color's, but today, we are here to honor the puzzle focused Oracle adventure. Alasyn had never played Ages , and Andy hadn't touched it in years, so the two get together and spend an hour and a half talking about everything they took away from their experience! What was awesome about the overworld? How does Ages put a new spin on an old gimmick? What was the issue with some of the dungeons? Were we surprised by the story? All this and so much more! Come celebrate with us, and don't forget about next week when we tackle the dungeons of Oracle of Seasons ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 9, 2021

What's up everyone?! Come hang out with us this week as Andy and Al give their two cents on some of the biggest Daily Debates the Zelda Dungeon writing team out together over the last few months. What improvements need to happen in a Skyward Sword HD ? What's our favorite dungeon theme? What games do we wish would have had more development time? And should those sus Anouki ever grace us with their presence again? All this and so much more! PLUS, we got two weeks of Oracle content coming at you the next couple weeks, so stay tuned for that! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 2, 2021

MAH BOI! Didn't you know this episode is what all true warriors strive for? That's right, we're finally here to give you a deep dive into one of the most notorious " Zelda " games ever created: Link: The Faces of Evil ! Hear our thoughts on the remastered versions and what improvements it makes , what we unironically love about the game, some frustrating parts, and so much more! Come hang with us, plus hear about Al's new car and give Andy some Zelda puppy name suggestions! And don't worry - we'll cover Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon later this year! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jan 26, 2021

We try to keep it pretty positive on this show, but sometimes you just have to wade through the mud, which is exactly what we're doing this week. The gang are reaching low to recall and discuss some of the absolute worst bosses in the Zelda series! Though the bosses that Link faces off against are usually pretty fun, over 35 years there are bound to be some stinkers, so put your boots on and swim through the mud with us! There's some familiar faces on this list, but maybe some will surprise you! Come let us now what you think! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jan 19, 2021

Buckle in for one of our longest episodes ever as the gang take YOUR questions on and about The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess ! Would we like to see Midna return? What would we have changed about the story? Did Ganondorf undercut Zant? Was the Wolf gimmick used to its full potential? What is the games legacy? And of course, what does Andy think about the art style and what really makes it "ugly"? There are a couple good rants and a whole lot of interesting Twilight Princess insight. Come and hang out, and don't forget to follow us on Facebook so the next time we do a game Q&A, you can get your questions answered! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Corey Richmond – @CoreyRichmond

Jan 11, 2021

We're kicking off the year 2021 with a bang! We tasked the Writing Team over at Zelda Dungeon to give us their most wanted happenings from the Zelda series in 2021 (obvious stuff like Breath of the Wild 2 and Skyward Sword HD coming out aside) and they did not disappoint! We're going long to cover all of the ideas suggested! Zelda Dungeon Maker , different amiibo, virtual concerts, Twilight Princess Master Quest , embracing randomizers, Four Swords Adventures Online and more! Come tell us what you think is likely, and what YOU want to see go down in 2021. Hang out with us here, and make sure to get a question in over on Facebook for next weeks episode: Twilight Princess Q&A! Until then! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Intro and outro music courtesy of Zelda & Chill 2!

Jan 4, 2021

Welcome to the first show of the new year! 2021 is shaping up to be quite the year for Zelda , and with it's 35th Anniversary looming, who knows what kind of announcements we could be in store for this year! One announcement that seems pretty likely is that we're going to get some downloadable content for Age of Calamity , so this week, the gang break down exactly what they want to see and what they think is likely to happen! New playable characters, new maps, new enemies, and maybe even a new Divine Beast! Come hang out and tell us what you think is coming down the pipe for the Warriors title! As with previous episodes, watch out for Age of Calamity spoilers! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Intro remix song by SilverTom!

Dec 28, 2020

Open your eyes. All around you, tall, sweeping skyscrapers everywhere the eye can see. Dark, gritty streets. Neon lights illuminating the night. The potion shops, open and selling luminescent brews to anyone willing to pay for them. Round the clock surveillance by the flying Guardian drones. A frightened people, scurrying about, desperately trying not to be noticed. The land of Hyrule has changed over the centuries. Using the Sheikahs technology, the world has advanced further than anyone ever thought possible. The legends and the gods of old were forgotten, and in their place, new gods rose up: the gods of technology, media, and progress. Gone was the Kingdom of Hyrule. Replacing it was GanIncorpotated, the largest conglomerate in the world who was secretly controlling everything and everyone. Presidents, mayors, leaders, were all nothing. GanIncorp were the men behind the masks. Citizens living in fear. GanIncorp running the world. No hope. No tomorrow. Open your eyes. You are Link. Welcome to Hyrule 2149. ... I mean, you'd play that game, right? Come listen as we pitch what a really cool Cyberpunk Zelda might look like, and how there's a lot more cyberpunk in Zelda already - maybe more than you think! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Dec 21, 2020

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE! This week, the gang gives you a little early Christmas gift as they sit down and discuss every single playable character in Age of Calamity ! Which ones did we like? Which ones did we not? Is it worth it to unlock them all? We break it down and let you know exactly where we stand!Of course, be weary of spoilers, because this episode holds nothing back If you're waiting on Hyrule Warriors from Santa, bookmark this and listen after you're done! All this, PLUS, some very quick Sephiroth chat and Patricia Summersett followup! Make sure you check it out. From the entire Champions' Cast team, Merry Christmas everyone! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Dec 15, 2020

We've got a special treat for you! This week, the gang was joined by the one-and-only Patricia Summersett, or as you know her, the voice of Princess Zelda in Breath of the Wild and Age of Calamity . Patricia was gracious enough to spend over an hour chatting with us and didn't hold back on anything! How did she find the voice for Zelda? What were her reactions to some of the negative criticisms? How did working on Age of Calamity compare to Breath of the Wild ? What's working for the Big N like? How has 2020 impacted voice acting as a medium? What are her favorite Zelda games? And maybe most importantly - did Nintendo name Riju's pet sand seal after her!? All this and so much more! I'll guarantee that no matter your thoughts on the voice acting, you'll fall in love with Patricia the actress and the person, so make sure you come and check this interview out! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Patricia Summersett - @summersett_

Dec 8, 2020

It's finally time. We are going FULL SPOILER MODE to discuss everything story-wise Age of Calamity . DO NOT LISTEN IF YOU HAVE NOT FINISHED THE GAME. We break down what worked in the story, what was a miss, our thoughts on Astor, Princess Zelda, the Baby Guardian, the Champions, King Rhoam, the Yiga Clan, and the future of the Breath of the Wild Zelda timeline. There's so much meat on the bone that we'll undoubtedly be coming back to this topic in the near future, but for now, come listen and weigh in on our initial reactions! Come listen, PLUS don't forget to tune in NEXT WEEK when we talk to Patricia Summersett, the voice of Zelda, about all things Age of Calamity and Breath of the Wild ! NOTE: Sorry for any echo - had some technical snafu's this week! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Dec 1, 2020

What's up everyone! We're giving you one more week to finish Age of Calamity so you can join us for next weeks spoilercast, but fret not! We've got a great show for you this week! We're chatting with Mikel, who joins us all the way from Germany, to walk us through the creation and release of Zelda & Chill ! You've heard the music on the podcast before, so come meet the man behind the tunes! Listen as we chat about how certain songs get picked, which remakes didn't pan out, what the artwork process is like, and even try and sneak in a song suggestion for Zelda & Chill 3 ! Come listen, and make sure you stream Zelda & Chill 2 ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Mikel - @mikel_beats

Nov 24, 2020

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is finally out, and we have a lot of thoughts! This week, Andy and Al go through the game up until the beginning of Chapter 3! Come hear which Champions we loved playing as, which ones we didn't like, our thoughts the story so far, which boss battles we enjoyed, what side quests we've gotten around to doing, and so much more! THERE ARE SPOILERS UP UNTIL CHAPTER 3! If you haven't gotten too far into the game, bookmark this episode and come back later! You've been warned! Come listen to our initial thoughts and let us know what Champion is your favorite to play as, and make sure you join us next next week as we do a full spoilercast! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Nov 16, 2020

Welcome to... Virtual Theater?! We've got a special episode for you! I'm moving this weekend and Al is busy, so instead of skipping a week, we decided to pull an episode out of the vaults that up until now has been Patreon exclusive to Virtual Theater podcast listeners! If you didn't know, Virtual Theater is my other podcast, where we focus on video game movies and the stories that shape them, and one sub-series we've been doing is an episode-by-episode commentary on the ridiculous Legend of Zelda 80's cartoon! Come and laugh with Gooey and I as we go over episode #1 "The Ringer"! If you like what you hear and want to listen to more, please consider heaving over to Virtual Theater's Patreon page and becoming a member to get the rest of the series plus tons of other bonus content! Enjoy, and see everyone in real time next week! SUPPORT VIRTUAL THEATER ON PATREON! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Virtual Theater - @VirtualTheaterX Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Gooey Fame - @gooeyfame Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Nov 10, 2020

Our biggest annual feature is finally here! Best Zelda Ever 2020 has dropped, and Alasyn and Andy weigh in on where their personal picks differed from the rest of the Zelda Dungeon staff and if they're happy with the overall list! Read the original article here and follow along with us as go game by game ! Come for the list, but stay for the lack of mercy shown to Tri Force Heroes ! If you haven't already, check out our boy Jokabi's album Chilltendo , where you can find the Forest Temple and Twilight Realm beats used in today's episode! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Nov 2, 2020

Wow. That was certainly a twist, wasn't it? This week, we go FULL SPOILERS into our thoughts on the story and premise of Age of Calamity ? How does it all fit together? Will this change the events of Breath of the Wild and Breath of the Wild 2 ? What other games or movies have used a similar trope well? Are we disappointed or excited? All this, and so much more! PLUS, our thoughts on the actual gameplay! How are Impa and Zelda to control? What's up with the frame rate? How are the new voice actors? Come theorize with us and let us know your own theories! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Oct 27, 2020

Happy Halloween everybody! We've got a scaaaaary episode for you today that focuses all on the scariest dungeons and locals in the Zelda series! Of course, we know places like the Shadow Temple and Arbiter’s Grounds will show up, but what makes them so scary? What other dungeons try to be scary and miss the mark? And does darkness = spooky? Come hang with us as we get into the Halloween spirit, and also hear our thoughts on Hestu in Age of Calamity and a cool Symphony of the Mask trick! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Oct 20, 2020

Get ready to groove this week! The gang break down all their thoughts about the final piece of DLC for the rhythm based Zelda adventure Cadence of Hyrule . How is playing as Skull Kid? What are the different masks like? Is the music as great as what we expect? Will the punishing difficulty be too much for some players to overcome? And more importantly - should you buy it? Come see if Symphony of the Mask is music to our ears or a broken record! PLUS - Who was that guy at the end of the latest Age of Calamity trailer? We have some thoughts! Come find out! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Oct 13, 2020

Last week, I boldly claimed that Monk Maz Koshia, the final boss from The Champions' Ballad , might be the greatest boss fight in the entire series. This week, we put that to the test, as Alasyn, Rod Lloyd and I all came up with top ten lists for the best of the series! Epic final confrontations? You know it! Seriously fun fights with cool items? Yessir! Classic Zelda enemies and new ones alike? Of course! Come debate with us and make sure you let us know your own top 10 lists! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Oct 5, 2020

It's time to put a bow on the emotional and fantastic DLC from Breath of the Wild ! Today, we go over all of the trials and Shrines in each Champions song, talk about the Final Divine Beast, gush over that amazing final boss fight, and explore whether or not the extra memories added in The Champions' Ballad did enough for each Champion, and how Age of Calamity can finally give us closure for Mipha, Urbosa, Daruk, and Revali. All this PLUS our thoughts on Minecraft Steve joining Smash Bros. ! You do not want to miss this action packed episode! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Sep 28, 2020

The episode we promised you a month ago is finally here, and it's too big to fit into one part! Come relive Breath of the Wild's DLC with us as we cover the initial announcement, that incredible trailer from The Game Awards, all the bonus outfits and sidequests, the Great Plateau enemy camps and Shrines, our thoughts on the One Hit Obliterator, and if we liked the Master Cycle! PLUS we go over the recently announced Age of Calamity news, including our thoughts on Impa as a playable character, the ruins, and the incredible mapping of the stages! Make sure to tune in next week for part 2 of the Champions' Ballad Retrospective as we'll be covering the memories, the shrine quests, the Final Divine Beast, and Monk Maz Koshia! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Sep 21, 2020

You have questions about Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity ? We have answers! We asked you guys to feed us your most pressing questions about the upcoming prequel and you did not disappoint. Alasyn and I answer over 50 questions! Do we think Zelda's mother will show up? What kind of DLC do we want? What Breath of the Wild tracks do we want remixed in the signature Hyrule Warriors style sound? Will we see Purah in her adult form? Is there any way we get a happy ending? Will Cia and Lana show up? Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Sep 11, 2020

The title says it all! We're giving you this weeks episode nice and early so you can hear all of our takes, thoughts, theories and more on Tuesday's blockbuster announcement of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity ! Will this game be canon? Who else might we play as? Will we see the demise of the Champions? Does Link start off with the Master Sword? What's up with that baby Guardian? Will we get a tease for Breath of the Wild 2 ? All this and so much more! Make sure you do NOT miss this episode! Also, make sure to ask us a question for next weeks episode on Facebook! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Sep 7, 2020

If you didn't know, Fall Brawl II is right around the corner , pitting 64 Zelda characters against each other in a NCAA-style tournament, so naturally we decided that we wanted to get in on the action! Come hang out as we run through the bracket to determine our favorite Zelda character, and play along with your own bracket as well ( you can fill one out here !). Who is our winner? Come listen to see! PLUS, hear our thoughts on Mario 3D All-Stars and get a really cool Zelda II -esq game recommendation! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Aug 31, 2020

Get ready to do some barrel rolls, because today's episode is all about the swan song for Rareware on Nintendo consolesL Star Fox Adventures ! How did a Star Fox game end up with Ocarina of Time's game engine? What did we think of the Arwing segments pasted in here? How does the world of Dinosaur Planet compare to Hyrule? What are the dungeons like? And for the love of God, what's up with the voice acting!? All this, and just general talk about Star Fox as a franchise and why it hasn't taken off in recent years, so don't miss it! Alasyn is off this week, so Amanda van Hiel steps into the cockpit to co-pilot this mission! Make sure you check her out over on Twitter (@amandavanhiel) and over on her Twitch channel ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Aug 24, 2020

We hope there are some fans of Ocarina of Time around, because this week we dedicated an hour to Ocarina of Time Q&A! How would the game have turned out if it was a FPS, like originally intended? What's our least favorite thing about the game? Can Ocarina legitimately be called the greatest game ever made? Could Link and Zelda be brother and sister? What are our favorite mini games? What's this new theory that actually makes the Downfall Timeline make sense?! All this and more! We were joined by the face of Zelda Universe, Amanda van Hiel, this week so make sure you check her out over on Twitter (@amandavanhiel) and over on her Twitch channel ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Aug 17, 2020

Get ready to fight evil this week, as the gang strap in and discuss every single final boss fight with the series' big bad himself: Ganon! From Beast Ganon to Ganondorf to Calamity Ganon, we dissect what we liked from each fight, what maybe didn't work as well, and which one was the most disappointing of the bunch. With eight different fights to choose from, there's lots of meat on the bone! Making her first ever appearance on the podcast this week is Mallo, a Zelda fanatic and photograph extraordinaire! If you're not already, make sure that you check her out over on Twitter(@mallorymphoto) and Instagram (@mallorymariephoto) ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Aug 10, 2020

Guess That Zelda Character is back, but there's a twist! There are only so many characters in the Zelda universe, but the locations are seemingly endless. So this time, we had to guess the Zelda location in so many questions. I say "so many" because we started off with 16 questions, and it proved to be a bit difficult for us... at least at first! So come hear us get into each other's heads and play along! Try and see if you can guess what Zelda locations each of us are thinking about for yourself! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Gooey Fame - @gooeyfame Corey Richmond - @coreyrichmond

Aug 4, 2020

Warning: this episode will make you hungry. This week, we have some special guests join us for a talk all about food, Zelda , and recipes! We sat down with Aime and Walter Woods and chatted about their new cookbook, The Unofficial Legend of Zelda Cookbook ! How did it come to be? How was Nintendo in this process? What inspired them to make this? What was the reaction when they surpassed their Kickstarter goal by almost 30-fold? How did they make a recipe for Dubious Food and make it taste good?! And most importantly, there's how many recipes from Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland !? All this, plus hear Alasyn's count of getting her copy and cooking her first item: buttered apples! (Note: the feature image this week is legit from Alasyn's kitchen!) Come join the fun, and if you're interested in checking out the book, cruise on over to their website and see the different versions of The Unofficial Legend of Zelda Cookbook available. Plus, come and hang out in their Discord! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jul 27, 2020

Strap yourself in, because this is a marathon episode dedicated to one of the most oft-forgotten about Zelda titles: The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds ! We are definitively ranking all 12 dungeons from the game, so there is a lot of go through! From Eastern Palace all the way to Lorule Castle and everything in between, we go in depth talking everything dungeon related! Come listen to what dungeons ended up being our favorites. The gang were joined by Lorule Legend himself, Tony Harris, so make sure you bunker in and listen! PLUS - what do we think of the new Cadence of Hyrule DLC? All this and more! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Tony Harris – @LoruleLegend

Jul 20, 2020

Another week, another episode where we know not a single thing more about Breath of the Wild 2 than we did last year. That's okay though, since we did what we do best here on the Champions' Cast: speculate! This week, we asked everyone to head over to Facebook and ask a Zelda question to get a Zelda answer, and you delivered big time! We had tons of questions to answer, including what would we undo in the Zelda series, what new mechanics Breath of the Wild 2 could introduce, what Zelda game do we think is overrated, do we think we'll ever see the Picori again, how important is lore in a Zelda game to us, and what franchise we think Nintendo values more, Mario or Zelda ? These are just some of the great question, so come hang out with us and have some laughs! Follow us on Facebook! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jul 13, 2020

Metal Gear !? To hear those words uttered in a Zelda game would give me no end of joy, but then, I'm a big fan of stealthy games and Tactical Espionage Action. But after kicking around the idea, I realized that Zelda has a plethora of stealthy sections spread out in the series for us to dissect and discuss. Come hang with us as we talk Gerudo Valley, Silent Realms, the Yiga Clan Hideout, the Forsaken Fortress, and more as we offer our two cents of most of the stealth segments currently available in Zelda. Plus, weigh in on a side bar we found ourselves discussing on the show - is Master Kohga is major letdown of a character? What do you think? All this and more, PLUS, head over to this post right here and ask us a question for net week's show ! You can only ask questions on Facebook, so make sure to give us a like and drop a Q in the comments! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jul 5, 2020

The Intro Dungeon: a games first dungeon that acts both as a tutorial as to how the rest of the game plays, and as a standalone experience. That's our definition anyways, so with that in mind, the gang discuss the 5 best intro dungeons in the series and give some honorable mentions to strong opening "areas". We also shoot on the worst intro sections (no points for guessing mine) and what made them so lackluster. Come have fun as Corey returns to the show by popular demand! Oh... and did you know? The Champions' Cast is now on Facebook ! We're looking to grow our community even further, so drop us a like and a follow! VERY SOON we will be doing a Facebook AMA, so to get YOUR questions asked and answered, go and like us! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Corey Richmond – @CoreyRichmond

Jun 29, 2020

We recently undertook a mammoth task here at the site and polled 30 different staff members to gauge their favorite dungeons in the Zelda series. We then took all that data and made one overall list, with the dungeons that finished highest on most peoples lists getting pints that determined their placement on our master list. We finally revealed all 50 dungeons on that list, and the gang are here to give you their thoughts on the placements and what dungeons were the biggest snubs. This is a long one, so strap in, and make sure to check out the Top 50 Dungeons article in it's entirety here ! Make sure you're listening next week as we'll have an exciting announcement! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jun 23, 2020

A couple months ago, the Zelda Dungeon writing team put their collective heads together to think of some specific in-depth changes they wanted to see take place from Breath of the Wild to its sequel . This week on the show, we go over the list of suggested changes and weight in on what we'd like to see! Recipe Books? A customizable base? Some forgeable weapons? More exuberant music? Underwater travel? A LINK THAT CAN TALK?! All this and more explored this week, as the gang are joined by Tony Harris, aka Lorule Legend ! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Tony Harris - @LoruleLegend

Jun 16, 2020

Live from Linktober's Zelda Creators Con comes an episode two years in the making - a Phantom Hourglass retrospective! Andy finally replayed Link's DS adventure for the first time in ten years and shares his thoughts with Alasyn and Mases, two big fans of the game. Is this the first bad Zelda game? What are our thoughts on Temple of the Ocean King? Do the controls kill the game for newbies? Does this game have some of the best items in the series? What do we think of Linebeck and Ciela? Does Phantom Hourglass manage to escape the shadow of The Wind Waker ? All this and so much more! JOIN US JUNE 20TH for a fundraising live stream for BLACK LIVES MATTER! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jun 8, 2020

Buckle in and grab your weapons, because this week, we go in our way back machine to reminisce about everyone's favorite Hylian Hero making an unprecedented guest appearance in Namco's 2003 fighting game, Soulcalibur II ! How did this happen? How does Link play? What were his weapons like? And what was the climate of the console wars back then? All this and a ton more are up for discussion! But that's not all! We have TWO live streams to announce - first, NEXT SUNDAY at 4 PM Central, Alasyn and I will be joined by Mases as we host a live Phantom Hourglass retrospective podcast as part of Linktober's Zelda Creator Con . Ticket's are $1 (yes, you read that right) and you'll be able to see us live as well as tons of other amazing artists. For more details, check this out . The second (and we'll have a post coming out with more details imminently) is on JUNE 20th at 9 PM Central, we will be hosting a Live Fundraiser to help raise funds for Black Lives Matter! We'll be ranking Zelda games all night and when we hit certain donation thresholds, even more Zelda games will added to the pot! Stay tuned for an in depth announcement coming shortly! Lots going on, so make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the action! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Jun 1, 2020

Hey everyone. It's been a tough week for all, but the gang are here to try and provide a distraction from life by answering a whole schwack of questions about Zelda ! Who do we want as the next Smash fighter? What came first, Hylia or the Golden Goddesses? What moment made us the most proud to be a Zelda fan? What's the hardest shrine name in Breath of the Wild to pronounce? All this and much more! Come hang out among friends, and if you are interested in following the links suggested at the top of the show, please click here. Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

May 28, 2020

You've heard The Champions' Cast version of the ranking, but now you can experience the original video from the Hyrule Compendium team of Mases and Gooey as they give their two cents on Link's maiden Gamecube adventure! Check out the Youtube video here , and make sure to like and subscribe!

May 26, 2020

A day late, but a couple bucks over value, we are here to dive into The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker . You guys know how these definitive ranking series work by now - we take 10 classic categories like dungeons, overworld, art style, music, etc. - and grade a Zelda game individually on these categories. Up to bat today is The Wind Waker . In a companion piece to our friends over at the Hyrule Compendium's own video , we tackle the game and go in depth to give you one of our longest shows yet! Rounding out the cast this week is Wind Waker super-fan Corey Richmond, so get ready and strap in, because this episode covers a lot of ground! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Corey Richmond - @CoreyRichmond

May 18, 2020

So a couple weeks ago on my other podcast Virtual Theater , I was telling Gooey that I wouldn't buy the recently released Final Fantasy VII Remake because it was a remake of only the first 5-10% of the game. I even said " that would be like remaking Ocarina of Time and only having the entire game take place in Kokiri Forest! ". Fast forward to now, and I caved and bought FFVIIR , really enjoyed it, and felt like it offered a complete experience. So in order to not have to eat a bunch of crow, I came up with an Ocarina of Time Remake game of my own... set entirely in Kokiri Forest! Come hear my pitch on what this game could look like, what you could expand, how many dungeons you could include, and how big a re-imagined Kokiri Forest could look like! Is it an insane idea? Yes! Should it ever happen? Definitely not! Would you play the game I'm pitching Gooey this week? Let me know! I'm really interested to see everyone's feedback, so come and tell me on Twitter or Discord if you thought this pitch was cool, cause if enough of you do, maybe we can get to Part 2! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

May 11, 2020

Hey everyone! Grab your swift sails and come for a ride with us as we get ready to dive into the dungeons of Link's maiden GameCube adventure! We get in depth and talk bosses, items, music, and so much more of every one of The Wind Waker's 7 main dungeons. Which dungeon has Final Fantasy music? Which one did Alasyn rank last that Andy ranked first? Why does everybody love Molgera?? Come find out with us as we explore everything dungeon related this week! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

May 4, 2020

Guess who's back? Back again?! That's right, Andy is back on the show, and he's brought Gooey with him to talk cheap plugs, and also play a game of Would You Rather? This was a load of fun last time we played, so we did it again, asking for your questions! Would we rather erase Midna or Tingle from Zelda? Would we rather play bombchu bowling or the shooting gallery? Would we rather have to see every game look like Twilight Princess or play like Tri Force Heroes !? All this and so much more in this light, breezy, fun episode! Check it out! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Apr 27, 2020

Welcome to the Andy Spiteri-less episode of The Champions' Cast this week! Kevin takes over hosting duties as and talks about something he loves more than almost anything: Hyrule Warriors ! Ashley joins the gang as they discuss what new characters, moves, items, bosses and more they'd want to see in a potential sequel. Don't miss out, and be sure to tell your friends where they can get their weekly Zelda fix! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Ashley North - @thelovelyskip

Apr 24, 2020

Mas and Goo are back and ready to rank Spirit Tracks! Join them for an in-depth talk, and check out the video here !

Apr 20, 2020

Welcome to Majora's Mask Week here over at ZD! All week we're giving you some great contest centered around Majora in honor of it's 20th birthday, but as you know, we've been doing it for week's here on the podcast! We're back with our final entry into our Majora's Mask collection of shows, this time waxing nostalgic about the many crazy sidequests in this game. Aliens, frogs, beavers, weddings, and thieves - this game truly has it all! Come reminisce with us, and just a friendly reminder - we're on Spotify now! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Apr 13, 2020

We're back for week two of our three week tribute in honor of Majora's Mask's 20th birthday, and this week, it's all about the dungeons! Woodfall, Snowhead, Great Bay, and Stone Tower are all examined in detail - bosses, items, layouts, fairies, masks, music - as the cast talk about which ones were their favorites and which ones, not so much. We even throw in a few mini-dungeons into the conversation! Make sure you check it out! In other exciting news, we've finally put the podcast on Spotify , so if you want to listen there, now you finally can! Woohoo! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Apr 6, 2020

Get ready to celebrate Majora's Mask and its 20th birthday for the next couple weeks here on the Champions' Cast! In part one of a three part series, the gang reflect back on their first memories of Link's sophomore N64 adventure, talk about the impact it's had on the series, discuss the mechanics of the masks and the 3-day cycle, dive deep into what makes Clock Town and it's residents so engaging, and debate what Majora's Mask's legacy is! Buckle in and get ready to talk terrible fates for the next three weeks as we honor one of the greatest games ever made! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Mar 30, 2020

Hello and welcome back to another week of your favorite Zelda podcast. This week, we chat about Nintendo's Mini Direct, what games they announced that we're looking forward too, if we were satisfied with all the announcements, and more before shifting our ficus to the 3DS and remembering what a great system it was for Zelda games and for great video games in general! Come hangout with us, and get ready for a slew of Majora's Mask content to come in the next couple weeks! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Mar 23, 2020

Hey all. It's been a tough couple weeks, so come escape with us as we chat and rank the different art styles in the Zelda series! Inspired by our pals at the Player Power Podcast , we thought the idea was too good to pass up and ended up recording a super long episode! Come hear our thoughts on all the controversial styles and what ranked at the top and bottom! Lots of fun to be had in this extended episode, so come check it out! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Mar 16, 2020

Wow... 100 episodes and two year later... Episode 100 of The Champions' Cast! This won't be a typical episode - there's no Zelda news or a ton of Zelda talk at all really, but a ton of behind the scenes stories and fun times! We reminisce about some of the early days of the show, how it came to be, how the initial team was picked, who green-lit the project and so much more! We have tons of special guests including Zelda Dungeon's Mases and Gooey, former co-hosts Savannah and Taylor, and even my fiancee joins the action to give some perspective on what it's like having to put up with me podcasting every week! Come join the celebration! The audio might be a bit shaky since this was originally live streamed on Twitch, but you'll have a blast anyways! Thanks for the support everyone and I can' wait to celebrate Episode 200! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Mar 10, 2020

We are so close to Episode 100 I can taste it! Don't forget - March 14th, 7 Pacific, 10 Eastern, The Champions' Cast LIVE celebrating 100 episodes! In the mean time, we are joined by the Omega Metroid Podcast's Dakota Lasky as we talk what fills out the rest of Nintendo's 2020 lineup and look at some similarities between Breath of the Wild and Metroid Prime 4 ! Make sure you come hang out with us Friday, and check out the Omega Metroid Podcast in the meantime! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha Dakota Lasky - @TheRapture_ Omega Metroid Podcast - @OmegaMetroidPod

Mar 3, 2020

Holy cow, winter is finally over and we are officially moving into the springtime, and what better way to kick off the season than by celebrating Musical March Madness 2020 ! Just like last year, 64 Zelda songs are going at it in tournament bracket competition, so the gang got together and picked out their favorite songs one by one until only ONE was left standing! All this, plus come and check out our bug plans for our monumental episode 100 of the Champions' Cast! Details at the top of the show! Make sure you don't miss it! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Mar 1, 2020

The series that started with Twilight Princess continues with Oracle of Seasons! Goo and Mas sit down and rank Link's GBC adventure using the same set of 10 criteria they used last time, and the results do not disappoint! Come and listen to where it ranks, and if you want the companion video, watch it here!

Feb 25, 2020

Welcome welcome to another fine episode of the best, most fun Zelda podcast around! This week, the gang tackle a whole plethora of Daily Debate questions at a rapid fire pace - why don't we think Li nk's Awakening Switch is as great as DX ? What character would we put into a different Zelda game? Do we want to see a sequel to Twilight Princess ? Does technology take away from the fantasy elements of the series? Are we worried about yearly releases in the franchise? What's the most common thing we mispronounce in the Zelda universe? Come join in on the fun, and if you're a Metroid fan, be sure to check out The Omega Metroid Podcast , the sister show to the Champions' Cast, as Andy gives his one of a kind opinion and insight into the Metroid franchise with the charm and great material you come to expect on our show, debuting March 3rd! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 17, 2020

Hey folks! There's not really any Zelda news this week, so we thought we'd play a little game to pass the time! Back by popular demand, it's Guess That Zelda Character! This time, we limited it to 16 (wooo!) yes or no questions to try and figure out the character the other had picked! Come play along with us, and if you're looking for even more fun after the episode is over, go check out Gooey and I's podcast all about the Sonic the Hedgehog movie we mentioned at the top of the show! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 12, 2020

Buckle in get ready for storytime! We explore all the rumors and whispers surrounding what may be the most high profile game Nintendo never made The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Secrets ! Did this game really use a hourglass to control time? What about having different tunics for light and dark? What was this supposed to play like? And then the real meat of the story - testimony from a supposed translator for Nintendo that played a beta version! You have to hear this outrageous story to believe it! DO NOT MISS this episode, and read along with the original version of the story here. Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Kevin O’Rourke – @Shabazzle Alasyn Eletha – @AlasynEletha

Feb 4, 2020

Grab your Game Boy Advances (and bring your link cables too) as we do a deep dive this week into the single most underappreciated Zelda game - Four Swords Adventures ! I just finished playing a solo run of this game for the first time and have lots of thoughts - how is it solo compared to multiplayer? Is it a pain to set up? How does one player control four Link's? And then we shift over to the story, which is actually bonkers and full of lore. Did the four Royal Guards of Hyrule inspire the Champions? How is Ganondorf back if this game takes place after he's supposed to be dead? We actually get an explanation of who Dark Link is and where he comes from! And what does it have to do with the Twili?? Even if you've never played Four Swords Adventures, you do not want to miss out on this show!

Jan 30, 2020

So you heard the Champions' Cast hot takes on Twilight Princess last episode... now you can listen to the original episode from Zelda Dungeon's Hyrule Compendium, Mases and Gooey, that inspired our idea last week. Originally available on our YouTube channel, we're giving you the show in podcast form! Enjoy!

Jan 28, 2020

Greetings, and get strapped in because we have a barn burner of an episode! We are following suit and making a companion piece for our good friends Mases and Gooey's definitive ranking of Twilight Princess and offering our own, Champions' Cast take on the game. We rank the game based off categories like music, story, dungeons, items, world, and more! You do not wanna miss this one! How many times can Spiteri call Twilight Princess ugly in a single episode? Download to find out! ... but wait, there's more! The original episode from Mas and Goo will be also be available in podcast form, so you're getting not one BUT TWO shows all about Twilight Princess ! Booyeah!

Jan 21, 2020

92 episodes in and we finally have an episode of the Champions' Cast all about... the Champions! Mipha, Urbosa, Daruk, and Revali - what did we like from them, is there any chance we see them in the sequel, did we like their send off in Breath of the Wild? Sidon, Riju, Yunobo, and Teba - what do we want from them in the sequel, what would make them stand out more, and should they be playable characters? All this, plus Byleth talk! Make sure you don't miss out!

Jan 14, 2020

This week, we have a very special show for everyone - a question mailbag episode! We take all of YOUR questions and answer them in a fun back and forth that features a new special guest on the show, Brittany Reginelli! Should Link and Zelda have a kid? What's one mechanic from one Zelda we'd like to see in another? Are classic 2D games dead? Should the new Champions from Breath of the Wild play a large role in the sequel? All this and more! Listen here!

Jan 7, 2020

We're back and kicking off 2020 in a hot way by going nearly an hour and half talking about the supposed back sheep of the Zelda series... Zelda II Adventure of Link ! Somehow, we convinced Mases to join us two weeks in a row to deep dive into the second NES Zelda title. What did we love? What do we hate? Is this game as bad as people say? Can a new player realistically enjoy it in 202? And most of all, should this game be remade? All this and more in an action packed episode! Hop in your time machine and join us as we wax nostalgic about this classic!

Dec 31, 2019

Happy New Year everyone! Thanks for listening to the show all year and helping us have our best year yet! We thought we'd start off the new decade right by speculating what we expect and want to see from Zelda inn 2020. Does Breath of the Wild 2 come out? What about Skyward Sword HD? More Cadence of Hyrule? How about a Zelda Dungeon Maker? New Zelda characters in Smash? Plus, what about Nintendo itself in the New Year? Mases joins Andy and Alasyn to talk all this and more! Make sure you don't miss it!

Dec 24, 2019

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! We've got a special holiday treat for you as we jump in the 'best of the decade' bandwagon ad take a look back at the highs and lows of Zelda over the last decade! Breath of the Wild , Skyward Sword's E3 demo, incredible trailers, Hyrule Historia , and more! Don't miss this one! From all of us, thank you for your support and we hope you get to eat a ton of food this week!

Dec 17, 2019

So... the Game Awards. Yikes. As you no doubt know by now, the Game Awards offered Nintendo fans a whole big steaming plate of nothing, offering three and a half hours worth of content with exactly zero really notable Nintendo announcements. In this weeks sow, we talk about our reactions and how long into the show until we all started drinking (spoiler: not long). All this, plus looking back on the year that was for the Nintendo Switch! We talk all of Nintendo's ups and downs for the year, so make sure you don't miss out on this episode!

Dec 10, 2019

Hello and welcome to another episode! This weeks show is all about the Game Awards - predicting the winners, talking about how much Fire Emblem Three Houses was snubbed, speculating on the last Smash Bros. DLC character, and asking the million dollar question: do we see Breath of the Wild 2?! Join us as we have some fun talking about gaming's biggest award show of the year!

Dec 3, 2019

Zelda Dungeon recently launched its biggest feature of the year with its Best Zelda Ever 2019 Edition List, so the crew get together and weight in on what they think of each games placement. How did Twilight Princess rank so high? How did Skyward Sword rank so low? Do too many people have rosy colored glasses when it comes to A Link to the Past ? And most importantly - how does Kevin live with himself ranking Tri Force Heroes as his favorite Zelda ?! All this and more in this action packed episode!

Nov 26, 2019

Put your fighting gloves on 'cause it's time to pick your side in the Zelda Dungeon Civil War! With Best Zelda Ever 2019 coming this week, Andy, Alasyn, and Rod reflect on the most divisive Zelda game ever: Skyward Sword. You either love it or you hate it, and we examine why that is. Does Demise undermine Ganon? Were the controls really that bad? Is Fi the best or worst companion? Where do we fall on narrative vs exploration? These questions are just the tip of the iceberg! I think this is one of the best episodes ever of The Champions' Cast, so give it a listen and let us know where you fall!

Nov 19, 2019

Hello everybody and welcome to The Champions' Cast Pokémon Cast! With not a lot of Zelda news going on, the crew decides to deep dive into the world of Pokémon Sword and Shield ! What are our initial impressions? Do we like the Galar region? What aspects of these games remind us of Breath of the Wild ? Is this game groundbreaking enough to be called "the BOTW of Pokémon "? Maybe most importantly, is Hop the most annoying character Nintendo has ever created? Plus, why Okamiden is worth your time! Come join Andy and Alasyn as they take a week off from Zelda and talk Pokémon !

Nov 11, 2019

Hello friends and welcome to the first new episode in a couple weeks! This week, in honor of Pokemon Sword and Shields release later this week, the gang sit down and play a game of saying if these Zelda characters were Pokemon trainer, what type of Pokemon would they collect, and which Pokemon in particular would be their go to? Come play along with us, and remember to like and subscribe!

Nov 5, 2019

The king of Hyrule has been murdered! And Link is on the case! In this special Halloween edition of The Champions’ Cast, the staff of Zelda Dungeon comes together for a live dramatic reading of “Murder in Castle Town,” a murder mystery fan fiction written last Halloween by our very own Kat Vadam and Rod Lloyd. Listen along as Link investigates the grizzly murder King Hyrule and confronts a colorful cast of suspects. No one can be trusted! And no one is who they claim to be! Intrigue and danger await! The Cast: Narrator / Link – Rod Lloyd Zelda – Judy Calder Ganondorf – David Nystrom Mutoh – Rod Lloyd Ingo – Almog Rimmer Darunia – Brandon Schmitz Ruto – Alasyn Eletha Nabooru – Heather Beard Impa – Alasyn Eletha King of Hyrule – Gooey Fame The Mask Salesman – Kat Vadam Potion Shop Hag – David Nystrom Hyrule Citizen (Male) – Adam Barham Hyrule Citizen (Female) – Alison Brunyee Bartender (Female) – Alison Brunyee Castle Servant Girl – Heather Beard Music used: Twilight Symphony by Zelda Reorchestrated LA Noire Soundtrack Breath of the Wild Soundtrack Twilight Princess Soundtrack Time's End by Theophany A Timeless Lullaby - Brock Hewitt: Stories in Sound Majora's Mask: Boss Battle Orchestral Arrangement - The Noble Demon Princess in the Sanctuary - RebeccaETripp Safety in the Sanctuary - Verdegrand

Oct 29, 2019

The king of Hyrule has been murdered! And Link is on the case! In this special Halloween edition of The Champions' Cast, the staff of Zelda Dungeon comes together for a live dramatic reading of "Murder in Castle Town," a murder mystery fan fiction written last Halloween by our very own Kat Vadam and Rod Lloyd. Listen along as Link investigates the grizzly murder King Hyrule and confronts a colorful cast of suspects. No one can be trusted! And no one is who they claim to be! Intrigue and danger await! The Cast: Narrator / Link - Rod Lloyd Zelda - Judy Calder Ganondorf - David Nystrom Mutoh - Rod Lloyd Ingo - Almog Rimmer Darunia - Brandon Schmitz Ruto - Alasyn Eletha Nabooru - Heather Beard Impa - Alasyn Eletha King of Hyrule - Gooey Fame The Mask Salesman - Kat Vadam Potion Shop Hag - David Nystrom Hyrule Citizen (Male) - Adam Barham Hyrule Citizen (Female) - Alison Brunyee Bartender (Female) - Alison Brunyee Castle Servant Girl - Heather Beard Music Used: Twilight Symphony by Zelda Reorchestrated LA Noire Soundtrack Breath of the Wild Soundtrack Ocarina of Time Soundtrack Twilight Princess Soundtrack Hyrule Castle (Piano Cover) - MrBonusStage Song of Healing Atmospheric Cover - Soundole VGM Covers Zora Band - Big Band of Rogues

Oct 22, 2019

It's almost the spookiest time of the year, which means that The Champions' Cast is going full Zeldaween mode! We're here talking about the ABSOLUTE CREEPIEST places you can visit in Hyrule and beyond. We all know how creepy the Shadow Temple and Arbiters Grounds are, but what else made our list? Plus, we talk really great games in general to play around Halloween time, and spend a second talking about those Okami rumors. Don't miss Alasyn and Andy in this weeks show!

Oct 14, 2019

Strap in for a wild ride with the gang as they take a trip through Zelda history and talk about which games they would want to see remade. We power rank each game up until the Wii era and discuss if they need a remake, what quality of life improvements each game could make, what art style would be best for each one, and so much more! Make sure that you don't miss this one!

Oct 8, 2019

Welcome back to our last Link's Awakening themed show for the next little bit! Kevin and I dive right into the ZD mailbag and tackle YOUR question! Red or blue tunic? Did we steal or play honestly? Will Link's Awakening's length turn off new Zelda fans who have only played Breath of the Wild ? Did Marin literally turn into a seagull? All this and SO MUCH MORE! Don't miss out! Subscribe down below!

Sep 30, 2019

Andy and Kevin are back and keep up the Link's Awakening chit chat by diving into the most controversial aspect of the new remake: Chamber Dungeons! What did we like, what did we hate, what could be improved, and when are we gonna see Dungeon Maker!? All this, plus some super fishing strategies and Mario Kart Tour talk! Don't miss out!

Sep 24, 2019

It's finally here! Link's Awakening finally dropped for the Nintendo Switch on Friday and the boys have some thoughts. Andy is joined by Gooey and Kevin as the discuss what changes we liked from the original, which ones aren't working for us, the difficulty spike, the amount of time spend at the Trendy Gamer, music, graphics, framerates, and so much more! Come hang out and fall in love with Koholint Island all over again with us!

Sep 17, 2019

Too. Much. Tingle! Yes, the fellas spend almost an hour talking about the man in green and his most bizarre adventure bar none - Ripened Tingle's Balloon Trip of Love! What the heck is this game? Is it good? How did we play it? Just how fricken weird is it? Tune in to find out all the things you never thought you wanted to know about Tingle! Also on the docket - Andy buys MORE Zelda toys, Ringfit Adventure, and Fall Brawl! You'll be pleasantly surprised by this one!

Sep 10, 2019

No one: Absolutely no one: Nintendo: HEY WANT A SURPRISE DIRECT TOMORROW? Yessir, Nintendo was up to their usual tricks and dropped a Nintendo Direct on us unknowingly last week! What did we think of all the big announcements? What games are we excited for? Have we played any Banjo in Smash yet? Is Nintendo dead set on making Xenoblade the next big RPG franchise? And... K. K. Slider covering Old Town Road at the end of the episode?? Things are crazy in this weeks rendition of the Cast, so tune in below!

Sep 2, 2019

Hello friends! We're back after a week off due to to some technical snafus to talk all about MULTIPLAYER! Where have we been, and where could we be going? We brought in the expert, Kevin 'KO' O'Rourke, to help us talk Tri Force Heroes , Four Swords Adventures , Hyrule Warriors , Cadence of Hyrule and more and what aspects of those games we'd want want to see IF multiplayer were to be added to Breath of the Wild 2 . Come hang and debate along with us!

Aug 20, 2019

It's definitely no secret at all that Fire Emblem: Three Houses is taking over the world. Critically acclaimed and criminally addicting, the fellas have been playing so much of it lately we just had to talk about how a Zelda game would work in this style. Joined by Zelda Dungeons' own David Wayne Nystrom, we talk about how S supports might work, weapons triangles, could there be dungeons, what art style this game should be in, what kind of playable units we'd like to see, would we make this a canon game, and if so, where on the timeline does it go? We are breaking it down, so come join! As a bonus, for anyone like us addicted to Fire Emblem , we do a quick spoilercast on Three Houses at the end of the show - which house did we pick, what's up with Byleth, who are we getting hitched to, and more! It's a jam-packed ep that you won't wanna miss!

Aug 13, 2019

Hello friends. The episode that was originally supposed to come out last week is coming at you this week instead! Sorry for the delay, but some internet issues in California prevented our usual Monday upload last week. We hope that we can make it up to you, as this week, Gooey joins the Champions' Cast to play a fun game of 20 Questions, Zelda style. You know the drill - we get 20 yes or no questions to guess which Zelda character the other is thinking of. We had a blast playing this, and may make it a regular thing if you guys like this! Play along with us and let us know in the comments what you thought!

Jul 30, 2019

WOOOW, it feels like forever since Taylor and I have done a show together, but we are reunited to take you on a nice breezy stroll this week covering a bunch of random Zelda news and tidbits. Nintendo's class action lawsuit, a potential CD-i package, full Zelda Dungeon Marathon recaps, Andy's growing Zelda Etsy addiction, Ocarina of Time speedrun records, infinite Korok seeds and riding as Sidon, and early Fire Emblem: Three Houses impressions! Come hang out with us as we have a nice casual chat this week on the Cast!

Jul 22, 2019

Hey guys, and get ready for a very special episode! We didn't have enough time to record a full blown episode of the show after returning from the Zelda Dungeon Marathon, so instead, we took a clip of some of ZD's brightest minds sitting around a table together drinking beer and ranking the dungeons of Link's Awakening! Join Mases, Kevin, Gooey and I as we talk dungeons,bosses, and items! The audio is a bit rougher, but the atmosphere is super fun from behind the scenes of the Marathon! We hope you enjoy!

Jul 9, 2019

Hello everyone and welcome to the show! This week, Andy is joined by Zelda Dungeon jack of all trades Kevin O'Rourke as the two of them break down some fan questions - what do we think the subtitle for the next Zelda game will be? Do we draw comparisons between Breath of the Wild 2 and Adventure of Link ? Will there be a Zelda game in 2020? WTF is up with people and hot Ganondorf??? It's all here, so make sure you tune in to get your Zelda fill! Also, the boys break down the upcoming Zelda Dungeon Marathon - what are the gimmicks for the games, where can you watch, and who we're raising all of this money for? Come hang out with us!

Jul 1, 2019

This week, Andy is joined by the Hyrule Compendium's own Gooey Fame as they break down the latest buzz about Ganondorf in Breath of the Wild's sequel - was he the Hero from 10,000 years prior? Could he still be saved? What's all that green stuff swirling around? Where does Malice come from? Are we going to finally see the return of Demise? All this and more in this weeks show! Make sure you don't miss this one!

Jun 25, 2019

This week, Andy is flying solo and giving you the breakdown on what very well might be the greatest Zelda spinoff game ever: Cadence of Hyrule! Is the movement an issue? Do you get used to moving on beat? What are the dungeons like? How similar is this to Crypt of the Necrodancer? Who's Andy's favorite playable character? All this and more! Also included are Breath of the Wild 2's origins and Zelda Dungeon Marathon talk! Tune in for some great music in this show!

Jun 17, 2019

Holy cow. The Zelda world is abuzz with news from E3 that in addition to the 2 Zelda games we knew about, a third, direct sequel to Breath of the Wild is on its way! Will be there be actual dungeons? How do we want weapon durability to work? Is Hyrule going to be different enough for a second playthrough? How would we make that world more unique? Did we want a new villain? Were we happy to see Ganondorf? Is co-op play actually gonna happen? All this and MORE! Plus, filling in for Taylor this week is Rod Lloyd, who was on the E3 show-floor. Hear his Link's Awakening impressions, get to know some cool Inspired By Zelda titles coming soon, and try not to swoon over Rod getting to meet a certain Zelda producer. This week is can't miss! Enjoy!

Jun 17, 2019

Hello everyone! We live streamed Nintendo's entire Direct from the 11th, with pre-show recap of E3 up until that point and expectations, and then spent the entirety of the post show picking our jaws up off of the floor. If you missed it or weren't able to join us for the stream, we've got you covered in sweet audio podcast form! Enjoy!

Jun 4, 2019

WE ARE SO CLOSE to the biggest gaming extravaganza of the year! E3 may seem a bit smaller than usual this year, but we're still stoked to see what the Big N has up their sleeves! In the spirit of the industries biggest conference of the year, we go back and take a look at Nintendo's best and worst offerings at the big show over the years. Everything from Wii Music to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Breath of the Wild to Metroid Prime Federation Force, we look at the best of times and the worst of times! Don't forget to tune in LIVE at 8:30 AM Pacific time to hang out with The Champions' Cast as we bring you Nintendo's E3 presentation!

May 28, 2019

It's the most magical time of the year: E3! This year promises to be an absolutely loaded show, with Luigi's Mansion 3 , Pokemon Sword and Shield , Link's Awakening , Fire Emblem Three Houses , and more all sure to make their presences felt during the Nintendo Direct. But of course, the funnest part of the whole thing is trying to predict what the Big N is going to do! So with that being said, we now present you the 2nd annual Champions' Cast E3 Prediction Showdown! Let's talk how it works! The Rules of Engagement We each have 9 Predictions; 5 Predictions in the "Could Probably Happen" category - these picks are worth 1 point if correct. 3 Predictions in the "Super Unlikely But Not Impossible" category - these picks are worth 3 points each if correct. 1 Prediction in the "WTF Are You Smoking?" category - this pick is worth a whopping 12 points The Bet So last year, Andy handily destroyed Taylor and emerged victorious, BUT Taylor never followed through and steamed Final Fantasy IX as the terms dictated he would. So this year - it's Double or Nothing . If Taylor wins, is debt is paid. If he loses... WE WANT YOUR HELP deciding what humiliating thing he should have to do in addition to playing FFIX ! Let us know in the comments below! Watch E3 With Us Live on June 11th! Stay tuned for more details in a separate post soon, but get ready, cause we'll be streaming Nintendo's E3 with a pre- and post-show over on Zelda Dungeon Twitch! In the meantime, MAKE SURE you take a listen to our official predictions! You won't wanna miss this show!

May 20, 2019

Welcome back to the Cast! It's Side Quest week over here at Zelda Dungeon, so of course that means this show is all about our favorite optional activities in the Zelda series. Eventide Island, Kinstones, the Item Check girl, and of course, Anju and Kafei. It's all here! We of course want to know what your favorite side quests are, so let us know! This is a fun episode you won't want to miss, and get ready because next week is Andy vs Taylor II: Predicting Nintendo's E3!

May 14, 2019

It's Q&A time this week as Andy and Taylor go ahead and answer 20 Debatable questions. Do Shrines do enough to replace dungeons? What if there were a female version of Ganondorf? What song should would we choose to replace the main theme if we had to pick? Is it too late for Impa in Smash? Why does Andy think the Zelda timeline is so lame!? We have all this, plus some quick thoughts on Detective Pikachu! Come in and enjoy the listen!

May 7, 2019

Andy makes a triumphant return to the show this week and doesn't waste any time getting down to business, asking where the heck Cadence of Hyrule has been since it's announcement and taking Taylor through a list of dream Zelda spinoffs. Pikmin with Cucco's? Assassin's Creed with Sheikah? YES PLEASE! As if that wasn't enough, to celebrate the Game Boy's 30th birthday, the lads count down their top ten OG GB games ever. Link's Awakening, Pokemon, Metroid II, and more! Plus, we give a shout out to the one and only Gary Oak. Make sure you don't miss this episode! It's a ton of fun!

Apr 30, 2019

After (un)comfortably deep diving into Tingle’s Rosey Rupeeland last week, Andy decided to briefly escape the country, so Taylor sets out to find Kevin to help him discuss today’s topics. Breath of the Wild has continued its inexorable ride with a VR element using Nintendo Labo while Kevin and Taylor debate whether VR is a good idea. The game also gets an update that improves the load time of Shrines, which of course leads to the Champions’ thinking about speedrunning! It wouldn’t be Champions’ Cast episode if we didn’t get caught up in the hype of a certain major movie to be released last week and to coincide with this, we’re playing the role of casting directors and work out which Zelda characters could best play Avengers heroes! Ever wonder what Zelda characters might look like in a tabletop RPG session? Kevin & Taylor have put some serious thought into it and we lay out some demands for what we want to see in Nintendo’s ever expanding non-video game Zelda selection. It’s a jam packed episode this week so don’t miss it!

Apr 23, 2019

Happy Easter weekend everyone! We hope you guys ate your weight in chocolate eggs and turkey! We spent a lot of our time over the weekend taking Super Smash Bros' newest playable fighter, Joker, for a spin! Do we like him? Who's he play like? What about his stage? We break it all down AND THEN deliver a deep dive all into the fabled game itself... TINGLE'S ROSY RUPEELAND ! Yes, Andy has finally finished it (with 100% completion to boot!) and shares some thoughts about this strange game while recounting the weirdest thing he saw! This is a great episode full of fun and some surprisingly in-depth Tingle talk, so make sure you check it out!

Apr 15, 2019

Video game movies are usually pretty terrible. So terrible in fact, I have another podcast totally dedicated to them. But they don't have to be - not when you've got the guys from Virtual Theater on the case! Yessir, Gooey Fame is back on the Cast to lend his expertise to the show discussing how to make a Zelda movie that doesn't suck! What kind of tone should this movie go for? Should the costumes be changed? Does Link talk? Anime, animation, or live action? All of this and more in this jam packed episode! And if you like the two of us talking about video game movies, make sure you check out our podcast Virtual Theater on Soundcloud!

Apr 9, 2019

Helloooo and welcome to another fun episode of the Cast! This week, we play a fun game of "Would You Rather?" centered all around Zelda ! Would you rather have more frequent releases that are good, or would you rather have to wait for a great one? Would you rather have Naughty Dog or Insomniac develop a Zelda game? Would you rather each new Link start from scratch and experience the hero's journey, or harness all of the memories and experience of previous Link's? Would you rather play as Zelda or Ganondorf? All this and way more, with even a bonus Metroid WYR question sprinkled in! Plus , we talk about Breath of the Wild's upcoming VR experience! This episode is a load of fun!

Apr 2, 2019

The Champions' are joined by special guest Rod Lloyd this week to talk about the totally out-of-left-field Cadence of Hyrule announcement, what Rod thought of Crypt of the Necrodancer, what this could mean for the future of Nintendo and Indie Devs, and for a bit of fun, dream up their perfect pairings of Indie Developers and which Nintendo series they would like to see them create a game in! We've got a news round up and a story about Andy's drug-deal-like purchase of Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland behind a Tim Horton's coffee shop! You won't wanna miss this one!

Mar 26, 2019

Can you believe it's been an entire year of The Champions' Cast? In a very special show, Andy and Taylor reflect back on the show's beginnings and give thanks to everyone who helped it along the way before diving into a deep conversation about their favorite game: Ocarina of Time! The fellas rank all the dungeons in the game, plus all the mini dungeons, and even both the N64 and 3DS version of the Water Temple for good measure! Plus, there's a brand new Zelda game! Cadence of Hyrule gets some love on the show before promising to dive deep into that next week! This will be a show you don't want to miss! From both of us, and everyone at Zelda Dungeon, thank you for making The Champions' Cast such a success!

Mar 19, 2019

If you didn't already know, the Champions' Cast is all about cheap plugs, and this week we take it to the extreme: we play a game based off our Musical March Madness tournament (which if you haven't checked it out, A) it's going on right now, and B) WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?). We take the bracket and pick our own winners... with some back and forth negotiations in there to determine some winners and losers. It was a fun ride, and for maximum listening pleasure, play along and decide what song would win if YOU were in charge of proceedings!

Mar 12, 2019

Andy and Taylor are back taking in a bunch of fan questions. Should Nintendo remake the Oracle games? What about making that long rumored third game? Which Zelda has the best ending? Did Breath of the Wild's high tech take away from the fantasy element? And do we actually believe the rumors of another Zelda game coming out in 2019? This weeks show is a light and breezy one, full of fun! You won't wanna miss it!

Mar 5, 2019

It's a busy week in The Champions' Cast, as Andy and Taylor reflect upon the two year anniversary of one of the most impactful and important games Nintendo ever released: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. We discuss it's legacy among other Zelda titles and wonder if we'll ever see another release quite like it. Also on the docket: Honoring the 3DS and how it brought old school Zelda to so many new fans, asking whether the 3DS will be more remembered for it's N64 remakes or original Zelda titles, and just a little talk about the recently announced Pokemon Sword & Shield! This will be one you don't wanna miss!

Feb 26, 2019

After a bit of a break, and more importantly after some time for the dust to settle on the Link's Awakening announcement, the lads are back and tackling the biggest issues and comments around Nintendo's dreamy announcement (sorry, that was horrible...). Will this be The Wind Waker 2.0? How much is this gonna cost? Do we find the anime to chibi style jarring? Is this remake connected to Breath of the Wild at all? And most importantly, did this remake need to happen at all? We go over all this and more, plus pay tribute to the legend himself, Reggie Fils-Aime, in this weeks can't miss show!

Feb 14, 2019

Wow. Wowowowowow!! Talk about a way to end a Nintendo Direct! YES, the long rumored remake of Link's Awakening was FINALLY revealed today and Andy and Taylor dive full steam ahead into it! Did we like the trailer? What's up with those graphics?? Is it going to get a subtitle? When do we expect it to be released? Does this put the kibosh on the Skyward Sword HD rumors? All this and so much more! We also cover everything else presented in the Direct, so buckle in for a very special mid-week edition of The Champions' Cast!

Feb 11, 2019

Welcome to a very special loooove themed episode of The Champions' Cast. With Valentines Day right around the corner and Zelda Dungeon celebrating it's Week of Love, Andy and Taylor pick up this perfect opportunity to talk all things romance in the Zelda series and run with it! Do we even like romance in Zelda? Do we like choosing your partner or a predetermined narrative? Who do we "ship" together in the series? What are the greatest romantic angles the series has ever produced? Where do we stand on Midna, Anju, Kafei, Marin, and... Navi?? And most importantly, are we #TeamMipha or #TeamZelda?? Love is in the air in this episode, so sit back and enjoy our deep dive into all four pieces of the heart!

Feb 5, 2019

WELCOME BACK to another week, another episode, another great time hanging out with us over at The Champions' Cast. Since thing last week got a bit testy, we brought in friend of the show / middle man / fight breaker-upper Gooey Fame to give us his two cents on The Wind Waker. The boys relax and run through a bunch of Nintendo news, including new Dr. Mario, Darksiders, and Switch sales numbers, before having a chat about what Zelda game needs the 'Resident Evil 2' treatment and how cool it would be to have Sora and co. from Kingdom Hearts explore Nintendo worlds instead of Disney! You'll wanna check this out for sure! It was a fun and breezy episode after last weeks storm, so come hang out with us!

Jan 29, 2019

It's Andy vs Taylor this week as Taylor FINALLY gets down to the nitty gritty of why he believes The Wind Waker is the worst Zelda game of them all... but if you thought Andy was going to let him bury Toon Link and his cell-shaded adventure without a challenge, you thought wrong. Full of tense arguments, swift debates, and a little shouting here and there, this will be one you don't want to miss! Also on the dock, we discuss the bombastic announcement from Nintendo about Metroid Prime 4 and speculate if the same thing happened to Breath of the Wild, only privately. Come join in on the fun!

Jan 22, 2019

Taylor is out sick this week, so we had to push back our Wind Waker spectacle, but never fear! In his place is some Zelda Dungeon royalty: Copy Editing Legend Alasyn Eletha and the big cheese himself, Mases Hagopian! This week, the crew embrace the user generate Daily Debates to answer some pretty heavy hitting questions: Which Zelda game has the best ending? Do the graphical styles influence our initial opinions? Which game is the hardest? Could we ever see that fabled third Oracle game? Would anyone buy a CD-I Zelda collection? What would Link's finishing move in wrestling be?? We had an absolute blast this week and got pretty in-depth, and there's even some Angelfire love! Come and laugh with us!

Jan 15, 2019

Andy and Taylor are back to cover a wide variety of different fans questions. On the table is Link's Reawakening, our thoughts on Lana from Hyrule Warriors, which Nintendo 64 game needs a sequel, Horizon: Zero Dawn impressions, and... what each Zelda race smells like?? It's another episode full of fun and shenanigans, and just because it's Taylor's birthday, Andy doesn't make fun of Young Link... that much! Listen here, and get ready for next week as Andy finally makes Taylor explain why he hates The Wind Waker! You won't wanna miss that!

Jan 8, 2019

With the New Year fully underway, Andy and Taylor delve into the nitty gritty of prior mistakes, controversial Nintendo statements, and a sort of 2019 wish list for the Champion's. Taking inspiration from some other games, the boys discuss what Zelda games might look like if they weren't action adventure titles. Not only that, but Nintendo made a statement recently that has the community all stirred up. Addressing those concerns, Andy and Taylor share their thoughts on what it might mean for the future of Nintendo consoles. What would one of these episodes be without some wild speculation? We've got all this and more on the latest episode of the Champions' Cast!

Dec 31, 2018

Happy New Year everybody! We're hitting you with our final episode of 2018 recapping the year that was in everything Zelda! Andy, Taylor, and Kat reminisce about those Skyward Sword HD rumors, the Netflix Zelda anime that never happened, the Zelda Encyclopedia, and more! Of course, we also get juicy and dive into some booold predictions for The Legend of Zelda in 2019! All this, plus Andy and Taylor give their games of the year picks, we reflect on the state of the Switch in 2018, and argue about Smash Bros. (because what kind of episode would this be if we didn't?)! This week's episode is a little bit of a rougher cut compared to our usual polished shows (stop laughing), but hey, it's New Year's Eve and we have plans (read: we wanna play Ultimate until midnight!). Enjoy and have a fun and safe New Years! We'll see everybody in 2019! Follow the Champions’ Cast on Twitter: Andy Spiteri – @Spiteri316 Taylor Wells – @GIF_Bluehawk Kat Vadam – @Esganikan

Dec 25, 2018

Merry Christmas everyone! It's the second part of a two part epic as Andy and Taylor finish assigning grades to every single fighter in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! Picking up where we left off, we rank from C+ all the way to our select few A+ fighters! Join us in our longest episode ever yet as we dive deep into the top half of the roster! From both of us, thank you for the amazing support this year and we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!

Dec 18, 2018

WE'VE GOT A FEVER, and the only prescription is more Super Smash Bros. Ultimate ! This week, it's PART ONE of a two part doozey to get you through the Christmas holidays - grading EVERY SINGLE FIGHTER in Smash Ultimate . Now, this is not as easy as it sounds, especially when it comes to averaging out two very different perspectives on what makes a good Smash fighter, so you won't wanna miss how this shakes out! Which of Andy's favorite characters did Taylor give an F grade to? How many times can Andy say Young Link sucks before Taylor loses it? Who is their consensus pick for the worst newcomer in Ultimate ? It's all here and more!

Dec 11, 2018

It's finally here! Super Smaaaash Broooss !! This week, Taylor and I take a deep dive to give our reactions to Ultimate - how do we like it so far? Is Spirit Mode cooler than it seemed at first? Who is our favorite newcomer? Does the revamped Classic mode hold up? Is Taylor the only one in the world who actually likes Young Link? Is Andy really going off on Kirby again ? We also take time to talk a little God of War , Celeste , Persona , and Mortal Kombat , give our reactions to the Game Awards, talk about some cool new Zelda -like games shown off this week, and spitball ideas who the next crazy DLC fighter could be. Don't miss out!

Dec 4, 2018

Andy and Taylor are back in action, joined this week by Zelda Dungeon's own Skyward Sword fanatic, Alasyn Eletha to talk... what else, ALL THOSE RUMORS swirling around Skyward Sword! Will they, won't they? How would motion controls work? What other quality of life improvements could Nintendo make? Can flying not suck in the remake? All this, PLUS we talk Groose in Smash, our impressions of Pokemon Let's Go, what we want to see out of the Game Awards, Darksiders III and it's critical bombing, and more! Make this an episode you don't miss!

Nov 28, 2018

What do you get when Andy, Kat, Gooey, and Kevin walk into a bar? Nobody knows for sure, but if I had to bet, it would sound something like The Champions' Cast Episide 35! Taylor is away this week, so Andy recruited some of Zelda Dungeon's finest to bring you the hardest hitting Zelda and Super Smash Bros. questions! What's the deal with how Nintendo defines echo fighters? Who's the "best Zelda girl"? Which character has no shot of making the Smash roster, but we make a pitch for anyways? How the heck do you pronounce Sahasrahla anyways?? And who decided to scrap Zelda III?? It's all here and more! Join the fun and have some laughs with the gang!

Nov 20, 2018

After two decades of awesomeness, Andy, Taylor and Kat discuss all things Ocarina of Time in this week's episode. Andy shares some beautiful moments about his discovery of games as art, Taylor gets deep with some learned life lessons and Kat let's us all know why Zelda is a badass. That's not all though, as the Champions' relive some of the revolutions in gaming introduced by Ocarina and reminisce about how fresh its take on music was. Ultimately, the Champions' have a great time celebrating this year's greatest Zelda ever!

Nov 12, 2018

The lads are back and covering a lot of different ground this week! We touch on the fallout from last weeks show and talk entitlement vs reasonable expectations, we cover the rumor and innuendo about Nintendo hiring "dungeon developers", we walk you through Zelda Dungeon's Best Zelda Ever 2018 List, and we throw our hats in the ring predicting Smash Bros's DLC fighters. Did somebody say Master Chief?! It's all here! You won't wanna miss this one!

Nov 6, 2018

Welcome back to another episode of The Champions' Cast here on Zelda Dungeon dot net! This week, we have a lot to unpack in a part reaction, part analysis, part tears of agony episode as we discuss all things Super Smash Bros. Ultimate ! The final Direct went down and there was no Zelda characters shown off, no Zelda stages shown off, and... a plant. Listen to Andy rant and rave as he cuts promo's on Incineroar, Piranha Plant, Kirby, J-Pop, and people who take pictures of their food - nothing is safe! This will be one you don't wanna miss!

Oct 30, 2018

The boys are back to talk about all things Halloween! They put a bow on last weeks mask episode, talk their favorite Halloween games to play, and talk about the creepiest enemies and moments in the Zelda series!

Oct 23, 2018

IT'S OUR 30TH EPISODE and we are so happy for all of the support. In appreciation for this milestone, Andy and Taylor deliver their longest episode yet dissecting and grading every mask from Majora's Mask. Listen to hear which ones they love, which ones they hate, and hear their heated debate about the absolute best mask in the game!

Oct 16, 2018

This week is for all you artists out there! Andy is out of action this episode, so filling in is Kat Vadam, who teams with Taylor to talk to Joel Seigel, better known by many as Linktober!

Oct 8, 2018

Andy is joined this week by the hosts of Zelda Dungeon's Hyrule Compendium and Zelda Warefare series - Gooey Fame and Mases Hagopian - to talk about all things Legend of Zelda. Wind the clock back to the 80's as we talk enemies, speedrunning, items, Breath of the Wild's relation, and why chubby Link is the best Link! Make sure you don't miss this episode!

Oct 1, 2018

It's all about amiibo this week on the Cast as the boys talk about the history of amiibo, their favorite ones, and ask why in the world there are so many of the same Link amiibo! (Warnning! Some Bowsette talk may or may not be present as well. Because internet)

Sep 24, 2018

In celebration of Zelda Dungeon's themed week, Companion Week, the fellas decide to weigh in their thoughts about every Zelda companion - EVER! From Midna to Fi, Navi to Moosh, we break it down and give you our candid thoughts about some of Link's best - and not so best - companions.

Sep 16, 2018

The boys are joined by ZD's own Rod Lloyd to give their reactions to the Nintendo Direct! Luigi's Mansion, Animal Crossing, Final Fanasy, Smash, and more! It's one of our best episodes yet!

Sep 6, 2018

Andy is joined by Zelda Dungeon friends Kevin O'Rourke and Kat Vadam to open up the ZD Mailbag. We talk Castlevania in Smash, what a mess the timeline is and if it can be saved, our favorite Zelda websites other than ZD, and whether Spirit Tracks is a good game or a good Zelda game. Check it out here!

Aug 28, 2018

In a (very) long episode, Andy and Taylor count down their top ten favorite Wii games of all tine! Where does Skyward Sword rank? Should Twilight Princess be eligable? What's gonna take home number one? Which hidden gems make the list!? It's all here!

Aug 21, 2018

The boys are back to talk Stranger Things: The Game, what a mobile Zelda game would look like, the rumor and innuendo suggesting Skull Kid might be a playable character in Smash Bros Ultimate, and asking if the Switch is already Nintendo's greatest console ever in terms of great games!

Aug 13, 2018

The boys unpack the IGN controversy, the Zelda timeline bombshell, and that incredible Smash Bros. Direct!

Aug 6, 2018

Andy gives Taylor a list of 20 characters to have him give the odds of them appearing in SSBU! Mipha, Spring Man, Shovel Knight, and more are discussed!

Jul 31, 2018

The Marathon hangover is almost gone as the boys ape fellow Zelda Dungeon collegues Mases and Gooey's 'Definitive' ranking system to talk Twilight Princess Dungeons!

Jul 9, 2018

Award winning Zelda composer Rozen stops by to talk to the boys about his new album, Ballads of Hyrule.

Jul 2, 2018

Also featured: Why can't Zelda save herself ever, our favorite Dark Horse Zelda books, the future of 2D Zelda , mobile gaming, and so much more!

Jun 26, 2018

The boys are joined by Zelda Runners host Euan Crombie to discuss SGDQ, the scene, and what goes into speedrunning

Jun 18, 2018

The boys are at it in this gigantic 3 hour E3 episode. A pre-show, post-sow, reactions, predictions, analysis, and so much more! If you missed it live, come join us for Nintendo's 2018 E3!

Jun 5, 2018

After a little audio snafu, we get the right show to you guys! Featuring Andrew Willlis and Gooey Fame, we dive deep into E3 predictions!

Jun 4, 2018

We're joined by Zelda Dungeon's Kevin O'Rourke to talk Marathon, Zelda at E3, and Pokemon Let's Go!

May 28, 2018

We put it all on the line and bet our souls on Nintendo's E3 conference.

May 21, 2018

UPDATE: Correct audio is posted! Sorry for those who downloaded and got a bum track! The right one is here now! Andy and Taylor are joined by Rob Maher, lead developer of the awesome indie title Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King, a 2D Zelda inspired adventure, to chat game development, Zelda, and future games!

May 14, 2018

We unpack Nintendo's Paid Online service for the Switch and make the case that a remake of The Four Swords would be a perfect launch title

May 7, 2018

Plus discussion of which Wii U games deserve to be ported over to the Switch next!

Apr 30, 2018

Andy is joined by special guests Gooey Fame and Captain Dangerous to explore the world of Nendoroids, amiibo, photography, and making a difference!

Apr 23, 2018

Plus we discussed the Zelda series most missued villains and explore what villains from different media would be cool in Zelda!

Apr 13, 2018

The Cast delivers a more introspective show, talking remakes, future hopes, and sorting out their feelings on the timeline.

Apr 6, 2018

The gang are serving up a special bonus episode for your Friday night as they crack open the Zelda mailbag and answer some fan questions.

Apr 6, 2018

Andy, Sav, and Taylor are feeling turn based as they ponder what the best way to make an awesome Zelda RPG

Mar 16, 2018

The gang is back to talk about all things Super Smash Bros.! We go over our hopes and dreams for the game, which aspets from Breath of the Wild we're hoping to see incorporated, and examine the curious case of the Zelda series in Smash. Enjoy!

Mar 9, 2018

The gang look back at Breath of the Wild one year after its release and ponder it's legacy towards the Zelda series

Mar 2, 2018

Elizabeth Maxwell, voice actress of Gerudo Champion Urbosa from Breath of the Wild, joins The Champions' Cast this week to talk Zelda, Nintendo, fantasy books, Netflix, and cats!

Feb 23, 2018

The gang go game-by-game in the series to pick out their favorite Zelda tunes in honor of Zelda Dungeon's Music Week!

Feb 16, 2018

Aug 19, 2017

There's been the debate around whether or not video games are art for quite some time now. Andy and I actually have different opinions on this one for once and, while I doubt we've solved the debate, here's our two cents!

Aug 6, 2017

This week, we talk with Sean Chiplock, the voice of Revali and Mishima from Breath of the Wild and Persona 5 respectively. Check it out as we learn more about him and what it's like to be a voice actor. It was awesome to have him on this week, so give it a listen! To find him on social media, go to: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.chiplock Twitter: https://twitter.com/sonicmega Tumblr: https://sonicmega.tumblr.com/

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Oct 20, 2016

In case you haven't heard, we're getting a three minute preview of the Nintendo NX on October 20th. Yeah, that's happening. So as is typical with a weekly podcast, massive news is hitting pretty much right after this bad boy is live. Crazy life we live huh? I give you one guess into what our major topic will be next week. One we simply can't ignore! That being said, this week it's Colin (from our old podcast) and Alfred joining Nate to talk about Walkthroughs and story in the Zelda series, specifically what they mean for the fan base at large. We apparently also chose the perfect week to not talk about NX - this may be the first podcast yet to barely breath a mention of it. Apparently that's some sort of omen. When we ignore something, it happens. We need to keep this in mind moving forward. Also for those audio only listeners - we didn't not do episode 20! It's just... well... watch the video version of it and you'll quickly see why we didn't have one last week. Enjoy! You can always submit fan topics and questions to podcast@zeldainformer.com

Oct 5, 2016

This week’s ZI Podcast features just Alfred and Nate as we get chance to cover some actual Zelda news, though it leads to discussion that feels as if things are being taken out of context. For those curious, the piece of news I am talking about deals with the official art for Breath of the Wild . We also looked at some comments about the bow and how that applies to Breath of the Wild . This past week we also launched the ZD-i Forums with a giveaway and I personally started a brand new podcast called the NP Podcast , with our first episode covering our five favorite games on each of Nintendo’s platforms. It’s a bit of a different format from this cast, so why not give it a listen/watch ? You can always submit fan topics and other various podcast related goodies to podcast@zeldainformer.com .

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I have made a triumphant return to the podcast after a one week hiatus to talk about the lasting legacy of the Wii U and why I am so frustrated with Nintendo's handling (or lack of handling) the NX information train. Our usual cohost Alfred is in the house as well as we are also joined by a brand new staff member at Zelda Informer, Daniel, along with Macintyre from Macintyre Productions. There is some audio flubs with Macintyre's stuff, though I did my best to make it understandable. The first 13 minutes features some low quality audio on his end, but then it magically corrects itself into some higher quality stuff, though I was unable to completely remove all of his background noise. If he's on again, I'll have to talk to him about how to improve that situation - but setting that aside we are highly appreciative of his presence this week. He always has something intelligent to add into any conversation about the Zelda series.

Sep 7, 2016

This week I take my first "break" from the podcast as Alfred takes the reigns with an absolutely stellar cast, including our Managing Editor Darrin. The special guests this week include NintenDaan and Macintyre Productions . We do not have a video version this week due to me taking a week off, but our audio version is fully loaded and edited in full by Alfred (for those unaware, I typically handle all the editing for all versions of the podcast). We briefly touch base on some of the Nintendo Direct announcements before quickly getting into NX and Sony talks with some nifty fan topics, including a great one about the direction of the future of the Zelda series.

Sep 1, 2016

We're back talking about NX rumors, but also possibly the most important conversation we've ever had about Zelda CD-i (to be fair, we don't really talk about that trilogy of games much in the first place). Why do we talk about them this week? Well, Nintendo could have shut those bad boys down if they wanted to . Of course, the previous week didn't go without an NX rumor or two . As always, you can submit your fan topics and other such on-goings to podcast@zeldainformer.com

Aug 24, 2016

This week on the ZI Podcast we dive deep into all of your burning topic suggestions. We had a huge swath of topic ideas from all over our fan base and we wanted to make sure we covered as many of them as we could. However, one particular topic about dungeons in Breath of the Wild ended up spinning off into one of the most interesting discussions we've ever had on the podcast about that game... how story will be presented in a world through a method few if any games have ever even attempted to do before. This conversation sprung up in large part thanks to our special guest this week, Damir Halilović. Damir is actually one of the original founding staff members of Zelda Informer on the whole, though his last days with us here came many years ago now. We also have our usual cast of characters, as in Alfred and yours truly.

Aug 17, 2016

This week's audio podcast is back in the spotlight, as issues with our video version's audio has lead to a return to our audio version taking front and center. Of course, you can still watch our video version - just don't be surprised when the audio one is more in sync and contains an extra 10 minutes of content. Yeah, that's exactly why this is the version being featured this week! No worries, I'll be fixing the issues moving forward, but let's get right into this week's worth of podcast goodness. We discuss Eiji Aonuma's weird comments on darkness leading to scariness , plus some new patent information that backs recent NX rumors . As always you can submit fan topics and other submissions to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Aug 11, 2016

This week we cover some rather series topics, including some much beloved anniversaries for both Zelda and Metroid, Nintendo's take down of fan projects , and a slew of fan questions pertaining to some interesting Zelda lore. We have a jam packed podcast this week despite the fact that it's just the hosts this week. No special guests, no other staff members from Zelda Informer, this week is all Alfred and Nate going head to head debating about this week's greatest news. You can always submit your questions or concerns to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Aug 3, 2016

On this week's episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast we discuss the premise for Breath of the Wild , the role art style plays in the series, and offer speculation on where exactly the Zelda series is heading after Breath of the Wild . We are joined this week by your usual hosts and a special guest, the hype man himself, HMK. If you have any questions, theme song submissions, or just want to get in contact with anyone on the podcast, just shoot an email to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Jul 27, 2016

This week on the Zelda Informer Podcast, Alfred makes a triumphant return to his co-hosting duties as our resident comic artist, Trey, and super fan Mason make appearances to discuss some unexpected NX leaks . With the NX leaks taking up a majority of the first half of the podcast, I wanted to reminded everyone of a rather amazing (and sad) story a fan shared with us and allowed us to share with all of you about how Nintendo is keeping a lost brother with someone special while playing Breath of the Wild . Speaking of Breath of the Wild, we only cover two fan topics this week, but that's because the topics sparked some great conversations around heart containers and potential DLC in the game. We round out the podcast in our typical fashion, as we briefly go over some of our favorite things from this past week, including some positive vibes from Pokemon GO, some good ol' Overwatch fun, and Alfred goes on to express his deep love for the Darksiders theory. Oh, we also have a somewhat exclusive nugget towards the end about a yet to be announced game. You'll have to listen to find out what that is! As always, you can send your fan topics, theme song submissions, or any other questions about the podcast to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Jul 20, 2016

This week's episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast is a bit of an odd one, as we had to call upon our fan base at the last moment to step up and create a worthwhile podcast. This is why some of the audio and possibly video quality... isn't exactly top notch, but who can blame them? They were brave enough to answer the call and we at Zelda Informer are enternally grateful. Is it possible we have some of the best fans on the internet? This week we talk about all the hubbub around why Breath of the Wild suffered delays and begin to dissect if the Nintendo Classic Edition is a truly good announcement . We then turn things on their head as we discuss our favorite pieces of music from the Zelda series. As always you can send in your topic ideas, theme song submissions, or whatever else your heart desires to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Jul 14, 2016

We're in the middle of July 2016, releasing our first podcast episode in a post Pokemon Go world. The game/app/phenomenon that has taken over the world can't even escape our podcast crew, but long before we talk about the sheer impact of a rather simplistic title, we get into a rather interesting debate about what makes a great boss fight in the Zelda series. Later on we talk about some fan topics that deal with speculation around the next great Zelda game, Breath of the Wild. There are a few other zany things going on as well this week, including the Zelda Dungeon Informer Marathon . You'll be able to start watching it right over on our twitch channel this Saturday. We're also looking to bring on more volunteers to our staff and you can find out more about that in our "hiring" post . As always, you can submit fan topics, ask us questions, or send any other various inquiry to podcast@zeldainformer.com. We also have a video version of this podcast available here .

Jul 6, 2016

We're finally almost back to our regular schedule, though before we can get directly into the topics this week we do have a little score to settle in terms of our somewhat controversial tie in our E3 betting results. So we settle the score right off the bat with what I personally would describe as a come from behind, totally unexpected, victory. After those shenanigans we get back into our regular format. This week we talk about the leaked Hyrule Warriors DLC , Nintendo admitting that Zelda is in a rut , and how Eiji Aonuma wants to make even more multiplayer Zelda experiences. We also cover a few fan topics and discuss at length some some of the joy and frustration in a couple YouTubers being outed for some extremely shady stuff. As always, you can send topic submissions, questions, or any other inquiries to podcast@zeldainformer.com. You can also support this podcast, and a potential new podcast focused on everything Nintendo, right here on patreon .

Jun 30, 2016

This weeks podcast features yours truly, with our regular co-host Alfred back in his usual spot as a ZI Podcast first timer joins us. This weeks podcast finally gets to put to rest the seemingly endless gender debate, thanks in large part to Mr. Shigeru Miyamoto . Speaking from a very personal level with this, I am glad that this will be the last time this topic comes up on Zelda Informer. We also finally learn about and discuss the causes behind delays in Zelda game release dates . We had some fine fan topics this time around as well, but what is truly notable is the last segment of this week's podcast deals with our E3 Bets Results. Who won? You'll have to listen to find out! As always you can send submissions, fan topics, or whatever questions you may have to podcast@zeldainformer.com.

Jun 22, 2016

We've arrived at our first episode of the Zelda Informer Podcast after the whirlwind of information that hit us during E3 2016. There is a lot to go over, but before I get into what we cover this week I wanted to note that we do not talk about our E3 bets in this episode due to Alfred having internet issues and quite honestly due to my life being so busy I have not been able to compile the results just yet. That being said it's no surprise we're talking about Breath of the Wild and you honestly should be expecting us to talk a lot about this game each week as we get closer and closer to release, given that new news about the game is going to be trickled out over time. We also get to talk about the some interesting news in regards to the NX and a small tidbit on the future of the Zelda series after Breath of the Wild releases. We're back to our standard format, though if you are curious for more demo impressions be sure to check out last week's in person podcast .

Jun 15, 2016

Hey everyone and welcome to yet another special edition of the podcast, this time featuring three very special guests along with our host, Nathanial Rumphol-Janc, as we detail out our initial gameplay impressions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Those guests include Rod (Senior Editor for Zelda Informer), Zion (Former Zelda Informer Writer), and Eric (Best friend of Nathanial & behind the scenes helper). This is a unique bunch as it features three Zelda veterans... but also one person who has little Zelda experience and has never beaten a Zelda game. Thus you get the impressions of some self proclaimed "experts", along with a perspective of someone who previously wasn't really into Zelda games. Between all of us we ended up with 5 total playthroughs of the two available demos and there is a lot to talk about.

Jun 11, 2016

Our first ever betting special has arrived, with Alfred facing off against our podcast host, Nate. This special was in the original episode of episode 2 of our podcast, but it has been separated out for those who wish to refer back to our bets throughout E3.

Jun 10, 2016

This is a bonus conversation due to all the E3 hype. We go through each conference and talk about what we're looking forward too and dreading about each one.

Jun 8, 2016

Our E3 hype podcast has arrived a bit later in the day today than originally planned, but we hope you find the episode worth the wait. In fact, we have a special bonus episode, something we call bonus talk, arriving later this week where we go over all the other press conferences and some thoughts about them. This time though for our main episode this week, it's all about Nintendo, Zelda U/NX, and our first ever betting special. My co-host Alfred and myself go head to head in a betting special that has some really high and naturally embarrassing stakes, dragging our guests this week (Darrin and Rabidluigi) into some intense E3 related questions to decide our fate. It's simply something you are not going to want to miss out on. In fact, later this week we'll be releasing a separate video of just our bets, that way you can salivate over them even more. Of course, it wouldn't be the first ever betting special if we didn't have a little bit of a controversy. You can vote in the poll below to help decide the fate of question 5 from our lovely Aflred. Outside of the bets, we talk extensively about Zelda U and our hype (in my case), or the lack thereof (everyone else) as we head into E3. We also go over some fan topics that all mostly pertain to Zelda U, save a rather interesting mention of Advance Wars . As always, stay tuned for our bonus talk and individual betting special later this week. Next week we'll have an all in-person cast that is sure to excite as we give our impressions about Zelda U like our life depends on it.

Jun 1, 2016

Hey everyone and welcome to our first ever episode of the all new Zelda Informer Podcast. In case you missed it, during episode 87 the entirety of the old crew said their goodbyes as they road off into the sunset during their final episode. After a one week break, the podcast has returned and been reborn into something all new and entirely different than what it was before. This week in our first episode we dive into some news surrounding the Zelda U demo both at E3 as well as at Nintendo NY . We also briefly chat about GameStop's none prediction... predictions about potential NX sales over the first two years from launch. We then tackle a slew of fan topics before diving into our favorite thing in video games this past week, where Overwatch gets some much deserved attention, Ocarina of Time 3D creeps into the spotlight, and Nate wonders about the possibilities surrounding Xbox Scorpio . Give the show a listen and let us know what you think about the new format and along with any other feedback you might have. You can send in your fan topics, questions, or general podcast related goodness to podcast@zeldainformer.com. You can support this podcast further over on Patreon .

May 22, 2016

In this heartfelt goodbye of an episode, Adam sends off, for the last time, this quirky weekly scheduled podcast that hardly covers Zelda, but swears it tries. Former members and special guests Caleb and Jake join in for this extra long special. Social Media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter Jake's Twitter My Twitch! Caleb's Twitch Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube Caleb On YouTube

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This week, the absurd trio discusses Dark Souls, nothing about Zelda, and pretty much just Dark SoulsSocial Media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News And Related Links http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/star-fox-zero-review/1900-6416412/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/doom-ps4-vs-xbox-one-multiplayer-beta-performance-/1100-6439015/ http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/aonuma-reflects-on-remastering-twilight-princess-says-hes-happyabout-the-po http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/rumor-nx-will-build-a-huge-first-party-software-library-unannounced-wii-u-p

Apr 18, 2016

Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Matt On Twitter Matt On YouTube Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News & Related Links http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/amazon-currently-selling-standalone-japanese-wolf-link-amiibo-for-only-19 http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/rumor-two-good-sources-claim-zelda-wii-u-is-coming-to-nx-along-with-three-o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiP6gP4E6XI http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/bravely-second-end-layer-review/1900-6416406/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/stardew-valley-passes-1-million-sales-less-than-2-/1100-6438814/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/final-fantasy-was-feared-to-be-dying-ip-that-had-a/1100-6438817/ http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/04/13/comic-reveals-why-c-3po-has-a-red-arm-in-star-wars-the-force-awakens https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuFVs4XQH18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lm5e7kuPyM&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISE1sDnOQUg

Apr 11, 2016

Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News & Related Links Colin Plays Watches Quantum Break http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hyper-light-drifter-review/1900-6416400/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/destiny-creative-lead-and-13-year-bungie-veteran-l/1100-6438604/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/rock-band-4-pc-funding-campaign-comes-up-well-shor/1100-6438289/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/uncharted-5-could-happen-with-another-developer-di/1100-6438426/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/batman-v-superman-box-office-slump-to-impact-studi/1100-6438440/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/final-fantasy-7-remake-will-be-multiple-full-sized/1100-6438387/ http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-requests-removal-of-browser-based-3d-tribute-to-the-legend-of-zeld http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-has-dubbed-this-summer-the-summer-of-zelda-according-to-the-mobile http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/04/07/death-note-netflix-making-deal-to-distribute-live-action-movie-from-the-guest-director?abthid=5705ae4ec03a1d284700001e

Apr 3, 2016

This week we talk about Zelda. How abnormal.Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Matt On Twitter Matt On YouTube Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News & Related Links http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/23/new-images-from-star-wars-the-force-awakens-deleted-scenes http://www.gamespot.com/articles/dinosaurs-invade-esports-how-ark-is-evolving/1100-6435962/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-division-backpack-bug-is-locking-players-out-o/1100-6435963/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/titanfall-now-free-on-pc-with-origin-access/1100-6435957/ http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/a-hyrule-warriors-legends-demo-and-panel-will-be-at-wondercon-2016-this-wee http://www.zeldainformer.com/exclusives/ocarina-of-time-symphony-breaths-life-into-classic-zelda-tunes http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/amazon-discounting-twilight-princess-and-skyward-sword-link-statues http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-claims-wii-u-discontinued-news-didnt-come-from-us-denies-report http://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/hyrule-warriors-legends http://www.ign.com/wikis/nintendo-nx/NX_Rumors http://www.gameinformer.com/games/hyper_light_drifter/b/pc/archive/2016/03/22/playing-the-opening-hours-of-hyper-light-drifter_2700_s-mysterious-world.aspx

Mar 20, 2016

Episode 80: This week our top listener is a six month old, Harrison Ford looks to end his role in another franchise, and Miyamoto confirms one of our worst fears People crying about Universal Windows for no reason. Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter Caleb's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube Topics And News Articles http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/gender-neutral-fan-mods-for-twilight-princess-the-minish-cap-and-links-awak Smash Updates http://nintendoeverything.com/smash-bros-wii-u3ds-version-1-1-5-community-patch-notes/ http://www.theverge.com/2016/3/15/11232304/minecraft-ai-testing http://shoryuken.com/2016/03/14/king-of-fighters-xivs-entire-cast-leaks-again/ http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/15/indiana-jones-5-officially-announced-with-harrison-ford-and-steven-spielberg-returning?watch http://nintendoeverything.com/pokemon-creative-design-director-killed-in-windstorm/ http://nintendoeverything.com/miyamoto-says-marios-full-name-is-mario-mario/ http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/pokken-tournament http://www.gamespot.com/articles/all-ps4-games-can-be-played-in-playstation-vr/1100-6435713/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-vr-sales-could-hit-16-million-units-an/1100-6435717/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/watch-new-uncharted-4-mini-documentary-here/1100-6435712/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/watch-game-developers-choice-awards-right-here-ton/1100-6435711/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-musical-coming-to-japan/1100-6435710/

Mar 12, 2016

Nintendo brought new information directly to you, Twilight Princess cleared the air and it’s textures, and Coleco makes headlines with a recent scandal. Featuring Matt, one of the previous hosts of the ZI Podcast! (different iteration entirely)Social media Links My Twitter My NSFW Twitter Chris' Twitter Colin's Twitter My Twitch! Subscribe To Me On YouTube! Colin On YouTube News and Related Topics Pokemon Go Presentation Cancelled Coleco Chameleon Scandal Bear Simulator Dev Calls It Quits Lionhead Studios Closing and Fable Legends Cancelled 40 Billion Yen Being Spent On Nintendo Rides DuckTales Reboot Fifa Scandal

Mar 5, 2016

This week Nintendo decides to censor everything, Donald Trump makes Civ 5 Great Again, and Twilight Princess HD continues to prove it’s a remake worth picking up Note: My audio gets significantly better after 15 minutes. Sorry about that! (Microphone issues) Social Media My Twitter twitter.com/abcmilkman My NSFW Twitter twitter.com/thepsuedonympho Colin's Twitter twitter.com/KawlunDram Lyra's Twitter twitter.com/lyrakins Luke's Twitter twitter.com/Scanneddaland My Twitch! (D&D Streams EVERY Friday at 7pm Eastern!) twitch.tv/abcmilkman Subscribe To Me On YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8a3crgRgcAgsY5sDlEs6IA Subscribe To Colin On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/KawlunDram/featured News & Related Links FE Fates Controversy (Sensitive) A Summary/Overview http://www.destructoid.com/the-fire-emblem-fates-controversy-clearing-up-the-muck-295232.phtml The Actual Dialogue http://nichegamer.com/2015/07/the-story-behind-fire-emblem-fates-completely-falsified-gay-conversion/ Twilight Princess HD Review http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/the-legend-of-zelda-twilight-princess-hd PS4 Update http://www.gamespot.com/articles/ps4-350-update-revealed-includes-appear-offline-fe/1100-6435209/ Mass Effect Andromeda http://www.gamespot.com/articles/mass-effect-andromeda-delayed-to-2017-ea-exec-sugg/1100-6435254/ Uncharted 4 Delayed http://www.gamespot.com/articles/uncharted-4-delayed-again/1100-6435253/ Phil Spencer’s Comments http://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-one-vs-ps4-youre-not-a-real-gamer-if-you-root/1100-6435243/ Star Wars Episode 7's DVD gets a release date http://www.gamespot.com/articles/star-wars-7-blu-ray-and-dvd-release-date-revealed/1100-6435261/ Future Xbox One Upgrades http://www.gamespot.com/articles/possible-xbox-one-hardware-upgrade-in-the-pipeline/1100-6435221/ Big Hero 6 Is Getting A Tv Show http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/02/big-hero-6-animated-series-coming-to-disney-xd Nintendo Direct http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/02/nintendo-direct-is-coming-tomorrow?abthid=56d6fa95c32b56d937000006 Colin’s Special Happy Fun Time Links https://twitter.com/KawlunDram/status/705182223377559552 https://twitter.com/zEROasher/status/705223786069630978 http://www.geek.com/games/nintendo-leak-suggests-nx-launching-with-zelda-game-3ds-price-cut-imminent-1648579/ http://www.gamezone.com/news/nintendo-nx-hardware-features-reportedly-leaked-3434304

Feb 27, 2016

Zelda turned 30 this week, Microsoft deemed us not worthy, and our website blew up due to an opinion article. My Twitter twitter.com/abcmilkman My NSFW Twitter twitter.com/thepsuedonympho Chris' Twitter twitter.com/chrisjkitchen Colin's Twitter twitter.com/KawlunDram Rin/Jovi's Twitter twitter.com/rinsenpai My Twitch! twitch.tv/abcmilkman Subscribe To Me On YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8a3crgRgcAgsY5sDlEs6IA Subscribe To Rin On YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2_eVuhl5IS25yaqHy3gP-A Colin On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/KawlunDram/featured Also Rin's Facebook For All You Social Media Savvies https://www.facebook.com/thatguyrinsenpai/ Kalam goes through a staff cut http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2016-02-22-kabam-cuts-8-percent-of-staff YouTube Troubles https://twitter.com/epicgamemusic/status/702295616743931904 Fallout 4 Mod Support On Its Way http://nerdist.com/fallout-4-mod-support-comes-to-pc-in-april-consoles-later/ Hololens Released Delayed http://www.pcgamer.com/microsoft-wont-release-the-hololens-until-the-world-is-ready Fridya’s Pokemon Direct http://nintendoeverything.com/pokemon-direct-announced-for-friday/ The Black Death Game http://www.pcgamer.com/the-black-death-is-a-grim-survival-game-set-in-medieval-times The panel that went so poorly that someone made a song about it https://soundcloud.com/harrypartridge/magfest-animation-panel-2016-song Dark Souls 3 Trailer http://www.ign.com/videos/2016/02/24/dark-souls-3-official-true-colors-of-darkness-trailer Far Cry Primal Review http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/far-cry-primal-review/1900-6416361/ Rocket League Hitting Store Shelves http://www.gamespot.com/articles/rocket-league-coming-to-retail-stores-this-year/1100-6435074/ New Pokemon Photo App Issues http://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-photo-making-app-released-what-could-go-wr/1100-6435072/ Fallout 4’s Big Updates http://www.gamespot.com/articles/fallout-4s-new-more-challenging-survival-mode-expl/1100-6435071/ Uncharted 4 Steals Some Concept Art For Its Trailer http://www.gamespot.com/articles/uncharted-4-trailer-uses-assassins-creed-4-art-son/1100-6435062/ Killer Instinct Posts An Official Arbiter Character Trailer http://www.gamespot.com/articles/killer-instincts-next-character-teased-in-halos-ar/1100-6435069/ Doom campaign length 13+ hours http://www.destructoid.com/doom-s-single-player-campaign-is-13-hours-long-341243.phtml Cow Loon becomes kotaku famous https://youtu.be/YN3kvhNfKS4?t=299

Feb 20, 2016

Social My Twitter twitter.com/abcmilkman My NSFW Twitter twitter.com/thepsuedonympho Caleb’s Twitter twitter.com/calebhatesgames Alfred’s Twitter twitter.com/paperboxhouse Subscribe to me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8a3crgRgcAgsY5sDlEs6IA Fun Furnace Link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCure8pIIKDitezDZ45ML7Gg caleb and alfred as mario bros http://paperboxhouse.tumblr.com/post/137966723978/commission-for-my-friend-caleb alfred on picarto picarto.tv/PAPERBOXSTREAM alfred’s fundraiser https://streamtip.com/twitch/paperboxhouse Alfred on Tumblr http://paperboxhouse.tumblr.com/ Commission Alfred here! paperboxhouse@gmail.com (commissions) News & Related Topics Twilight Princess HD Site is live http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-of-americas-official-twilight-princess-hd-website-is-live Hideo Kojima’s new YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6lUqvh42Oc3XL19Edgd9QA Doom campaign length 13+ hours http://www.destructoid.com/doom-s-single-player-campaign-is-13-hours-long-341243.phtml Cow Loon becomes kotaku famous https://youtu.be/YN3kvhNfKS4?t=299 New virtual porn game/controller https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MifZVt5A8-M&feature=youtu.be Quantum Break not being released on Steam http://www.technobuffalo.com/2016/02/15/quantum-break-windows-store-no-steam-release Activision Layoff http://www.gamezone.com/news/activision-suffers-layoffs-due-to-weak-casual-performance-3433604 Luigi wins against every level nine DLC CPU by doing absolutely nothing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is6taKZo010 KOTOR Reboot Unreal Engine 4 http://www.gamezone.com/news/indie-group-working-on-star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-reboot-in-unreal-engine-4-3433603 Arwing Statue http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/16/300-arwing-statue-revealed Fallout 3 Hits Germany http://gamerant.com/fallout-3-ban-germany/

Feb 13, 2016

Social Media Adam's Twitter Adam's NSFW Twitter Luke's Twitter Adam's Twitch Jeesh's YouTube News & Related Topics GameTrailers Closes Up Shop Pokemon The First Movie Is Now Streaming For Free! Mob Psycho 100 (from One Punch Man’s creator) is getting an anime! Smash Bros Ends Development Sonic Might Kiss Another Princess Deadpool II: Electric Boogaloo In The Works Donald Trump Movie By FoD Gabe Newell Pulls An Oprah SXSW Gaming Awards Categories

Feb 6, 2016

This week, we discuss the power of the triforce, the fate of loft wings, and the some of the news regarding Twilight Princess HD Social Mediatwitter.com/abcmilkman twitter.com/thepsuedonympho twitter.com/kawlundram https://twitter.com/zanalda twitch.tv/ABCMilkman https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUiP9yMZuEIq_jGesXNahyANews & Related Topics http://www.quintechny.com/ http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2016-02-04-mother-3-will-finally-get-western-release-report http://www.gameinformer.com/games/dark_souls_iii/b/playstation4/archive/2016/01/27/eight-new-screen-shots-and-five-pieces-of-concept-art-showcase-dark-souls-iii.aspx http://nintendoeverything.com/sakurai-explains-why-warios-shoulder-ram-move-was-taken-out-of-smash-bros-wii-u3ds/ http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2016-01-29-meet-saints-row-undercover-the-canned-psp-sequel-suddenly-released-for-free http://www.gamespot.com/articles/nba-2k16-devs-sued-over-virtual-tattoos/1100-6434422/?ftag=GSS-05-10aaa0b The Fine Bros Fiascohttps://medium.com/@FineBrothersEnt/a-message-from-the-fine-brothers-a18ef9b31777#.guxe87397 http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/the-twilight-princess-manga-is-starting-on-february-8th http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2016-02/04/doom-4-new-trailer Bayonetta and Corrin available now http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/twilight-princess-hd-details-hero-mode-gamepad-functionality-screenshots-vi http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-confirms-launch-details-of-new-rewards-program-and-miitomo-mobile http://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-casts-doubt-over-commitment-to-quality-of/1100-6434489/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/rocket-league-introduces-new-maps-through-rocket-l/1100-6434403/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-world-war-2-shooter-announced-for-ps4-xbox-one/1100-6434414/ http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/166225-Bethesda-E3-2015-Press-Event-Wasnt-a-One-Off Obviously our top storyhttp://www.ew.com/article/2016/02/03/taylor-swift-iphone-game http://nintendoeverything.com/undertale-creator-considering-wii-u-port/

Jan 30, 2016

This week, we learn more about twilight princess HD, Google invents the ultimate lifeform, and Colin learns the meaning of pain. Featuring AkaiRiot! Social Mediaregular twitter- twitter.com/abcmilkmannsfw art twitter- twitter.com/NaughtyMilkmantwitter.com/KawlunDramtwitter.com/akairiottwitch.tv/ABCMilkmanpicarto.tv/MilkmanArtDelivery AkaiRiot's Stuffhttp://www.patreon.com/akairiothttp://society6.com/akairiothttp://www.zeldainformer.com/news/hyrule-warriors-legends-wont-give-you-an-option-to-reset-your-save-file-at Related Links https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXjnakAlF-s http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/new-twlight-princess-hd-tweet-reveals-ilia-concept-art http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/symphony-of-the-goddesses-will-be-holding-another-show-in-kansas-city http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/nintendo-uk-store-offering-20-discount-on-selected-zelda-merchandise http://www.zeldainformer.com/news/the-official-zelda-japan-twitter-is-back-with-more-information-about-twilig http://www.gamespot.com/articles/8000-xbox-bill-from-fifa-purchases-refunded-by-mic/1100-6434145/?ftag=GSS-05-10aaa0b http://www.gamespot.com/articles/batmans-arkham-asylum-recreated-with-18000-lego-pi/1100-6434129/?ftag=GSS-05-10aaa0b http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/the-witness http://www.gamespot.com/articles/introducing-the-new-league-of-legends/1100-6434200/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/is-far-cry-primal-different-enough-from-its-predec/1100-6434140/ http://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-fighting-game-wii-u-controller-limitations/1100-6434183/ http://www.ign.com/videos/2016/01/26/10-minutes-of-pokemon-yellow-on-nintendo-3ds http://www.polygon.com/2016/1/27/10835382/way-to-the-woods-team17-publishing-deal-reddit http://blog.us.playstation.com/2016/01/27/ps-plus-free-games-for-february-2016/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/innovations/wp/2016/01/27/google-just-mastered-a-game-thats-vexed-scientists-for-decades/?tid=sm_fb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDf_SUa_rdU

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