Podcasting With Power: A Nintendo Podcast

As we near the long-awaited return of Star Fox in just a few weeks, we wanted to examine why that wait has been so long in the first place? The series started strong in the 90s, but hasn't really held its ground since. What went wrong with Star Fox?In this deep dive, we explore the complete history of the Star Fox series, breaking the franchise into distinct eras and examining every major release along the way. We discuss the early innovations that put Star Fox on the map, the peak moment that was Star Fox 64, and the experimental period that left the series struggling to find its identity.Will this new Switch 2 entry define a new era of Star Fox? What would we want a new Star Fox to look like? Let us know what you think in the comments?Time Stamps:00:00:00 Opening00:03:09 Beginnings (Star Fox/Star Fox 2)00:08:26 Peak (Star Fox 64)00:14:29 Experimentation (Adventures/Assault/Command)00:32:56 Lost Identity (64 3D/Zero/Guard)00:39:43 Where does Star Fox go?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

We've been Toy Story fans just about as long as we've been Nintendo fans. This week, those worlds collided with the announcements of the Toy Story: Retro Roundup! collection and Toy Story 3: Complete Edition coming to Switch and Switch 2 later this year! We break down why these games have such a special place in our hearts, and which we're most excited to revisit. We'll also discuss Mina the Hollower's strong start in sales, and the latest Crocs collaboration with Nintendo! Make sure to stick around for our quick headlines, where we'll share some new release dates, a gamebreaking bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and some new additions to Nintendo Music!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:08:37 Classic Toy Story Games Are Back!00:18:29 Mina the Hollower Sells 300,000 in 3 Days00:22:13 Super Mario Crocs Collection00:27:09 New Release Dates, Pokemon Champions on Mobile, Yoshi Bug, and Nintendo Music00:33:02 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

We've finally both gotten our hands on The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and we're both sold!In this preview discussion, Jordan and Zachary break down their experiences with the Prologue Demo, covering everything from the gorgeous HD-2D visuals and soundtrack to the game's combat, exploration, and overall feel. We also discuss how the game compares to classic 2D Zelda adventures and whether it has what it takes to stand alongside the genre's best.Having played a DIFFERENT demo last year, Jordan brings a unique perspective to the conversation as he points out what has changed in the past year of this game's development!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:01:55 Comparisons Between Demos00:05:26 Dialogue and Performances00:10:23 Storytelling, Graphics, and Music00:14:06 Gameplay, Combat, and Difficulty00:19:14 Our ExcitementSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

We were... less than enthused about Tomodatchi Life: Living the Dream leading up to its release, but it got its hooks in one of us anyway! On this episode of Podcasting With Power, Jordan gives his review and impressions on Nintendo's wacky new life sim!Having not played the game, Zachary has plenty of questions about the gameplay loop, shaping your island, and giving your Mii residents unique personalities. We'll talk about how your own creativity and humor is the heart of the Tomodatchi Life experience, and whether or not YOU should play this game!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:03:25 What is Tomodatchi Life?00:08:13 Bringing Miis to Life00:15:14 Gameplay Loop00:25:21 Always Something Going On00:29:42 Humor and Creativity00:31:55 Lack of Sharing Features00:33:24 Replay Value and Longevity00:35:26 Final Recommendations Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Call of Duty is officially returning to Nintendo platforms with Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2, ending a drought that has lasted more than a decade. On this episode of Podcasting With Power, we break down the announcement trailer, when we can get our hands on the game, and whether Switch 2 can become a true home for the biggest first-person shooter around.Our Nintendo News Recap continues with news of the Steam Deck going up in price, and we consider how that will affect its competitiveness with the Switch 2 and other handhelds. We'll also check in with former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime on how the NES and SNES Classic consoles came to be, and we'll look at what Dragon Quest's 40th Anniversary announcement. Reviews are also in for both Mina the Hollower and 007 First Light, so we'll take a look at what critics have to say about these two news games!Quick Headlines: eShop Indie Sale until June 7th, Star Fox's Day 1 patch, Witcher III's new expansion, Resident Evil Requiem demo, Donkey Kong 64 on NSO, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds on Nintendo MusicTime Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:07:24 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch 200:14:28 Steam Deck Price Hike00:20:08 Reggie Fils-Aime Talks NES/SNES Classic00:26:29 Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Announcements00:30:21 007 First Light and Mina the Hollower Review Roundups00:37:25 Quick Headlines: Indie Sale, Donkey Kong 64, and More00:44:32 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Last week, Jordan revisited Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain and remembered something important: even incredible games can have ROUGH openings!This week’s Deep Dive explores the best and worst video game openings we've experienced. We break down what makes an intro unforgettable, why some games lose players before they even begin, and the design choices that separate a perfect hook from a painful slog.From overlong tutorials and constant interruptions to instant immersion and unforgettable first moments, we compare the openings that worked on us… and the ones that absolutely didn’t.Time Codes:00:00:00 Jordan Revisits MGSV's Painful Opening00:06:43 Giving Players Agency (Modern Zelda/Minecraft)00:17:27 Too Much Tutorial (Twilight Princess/Skyward Sword)00:26:07 Teaching Organically (Mario/Portal)00:32:27 Setting The Tone Quickly (Metroid Prime/Resident Evil)00:40:33 Slow Starts (Okami/Pikmin/Banjo Tooie)00:46:49 Ending on a High Note (Halo: Combat Evolved)Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo just announced Pictonico!, a bizarre new mobile game that creates playable minigames using your real-life photos! On this week's Nintendo News Recap, we take a look at Nintendo latest mobile effort, and decide whether or not we think this has legs, or if this is just another weird experiment.We also cover the latest teases and leaks from Nintendo's ongoing collaboration with LEGO, as well as some sets that about to be sunset. We'll also tell you the latest about the new Prologue Demo for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and we round up reviews for Nintendo's latest release: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book!Quick Headlines: Tomodatchi Life is April's best-selling game, a new feature for Alarmo, Pokemon short Dragonite and the Special Delivery gets an English dub, the weird way Pragmata gets an FPS boost on Switch 2, Marvel Cosmic Invasion's DLC characters, Yoshi on Nintendo Music, and Nintendo attending Gamescom 2026.Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:11:12 Pictonico!, Nintendo's New Mobile Game00:16:36 LEGO Donkey Kong Tease, Pokemon Leaks, and Retiring Sets00:22:56 Second Adventures of Elliot Demo Details00:28:28 Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review Roundup00:32:27 Tomodatchi Life, Pokemon dub, Nintendo at Gamescom 202600:41:38 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

With new entries constantly arriving in long-running franchises, many players feel pressure to “catch up” before jumping into the latest release. But should you actually have to play older games first?From Zelda and Splatoon to the broader culture of gaming backlog anxiety, this episode explores the growing feeling that playing games can sometimes start to feel like homework. We ponder whether or not EVERY game should be a valid entry point for new fans, and why Nintendo sometimes pushes us to revisit older games and sometimes locks them away ahead of a sequel.We also discuss where we think a new Zelda fan should start for the first time today, and why Zachary is playing Splatoon 2's campaign in 2026!What do YOU think? Do you prefer starting from the beginning of a series, or jumping into the newest game?Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening/Zachary is Playing Splatoon 200:12:38 Should EVERY Game be an Entry Point?00:20:24 Splatoon Raiders, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Fire Emblem00:27:24 Where Should a New Zelda Player Start in 2026?00:34:13 Does Nintendo Want You to Skip Old Games?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

After months of speculation, Nintendo has finally announced a price increase for Switch 2. On this week's Nintendo News Recap, we detail what this means for fans and when they'll see this new price tag on store shelves.We also take a lot at Nintendo's 2026 financial data and discuss how this increase impact the second year of Switch 2. Before that takes effect though, we'll tell you all about a "Choose Your Game" bundle you can save some money with this summer! We'll also show you the SN Operator, a SNES cartridge adapter for PC, and Leon Must Die Forever, the new survival mode added to Resident Evil Requiem!Quick Headlines: Zelda Movie's New Release Date, Mineru's Construct amiibo is Almost Here, Super Mario Galaxy Movie Physical Release, Takashi Tezuka's Retirement, 5 New Games Added to Virtual Boy Classics, Dragon Quest Creator Teasing DQ12, eBay Rejects Gamestop's Bid, Sega's "Super Game" is Cancelled, Layoffs at MercurySteam, My Nintendo Store's New Name, and Man Arrested After Threatening Nintendo HQTime Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:10:33 Switch 2 Price Increase00:13:59 Nintendo's 2026 Financial Report00:23:06 "Choose Your Game" Switch 2 Bundle00:25:51 SN Operator Brings SNES to PC00:31:47 Leon Must Die Forever Mode Added to RE Requiem00:36:31 Zelda Movie/amiibo, Tezuka's Retirement, Virtual Boy Classics, and More00:51:12 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

For this week's Deep Dive, we *finally* break down Resident Evil Requiem after spending months with the game on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.We discuss our overall impressions, where Requiem ranks among the best Resident Evil games, and why its characters, performances, atmosphere, and gameplay left such a strong impression on us. We also compare our experiences across platforms, with Jordan playing on PC and Zachary playing on Switch 2.In the spoiler section, we dive deeper into the story, major character moments, and the ending, while also discussing where the series could go next.(And yes, we suffered a power outage midway through recording, but we ended up doing a longer episode because of it!)Time Codes:00:00:00 Resident Evil Requiem Impressions, Gameplay, and Experiences00:25:52 Jordan's Power Outage/More Impressions, Character Differences, and Technical Performance00:39:44 FULL SPOILERS (Character Analysis, Ending, Future of RE)01:11:01 Final Thoughts/Is Requiem the Best Resident Evil?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

On this week’s Nintendo News Recap, we break down everything revealed during the massive Star Fox Direct for Switch 2! From the game’s gorgeous new visual style and redesigned cast of characters to brand-new Challenge and Battle modes, we analyze what Nintendo showed off and discuss why this remake of Star Fox 64 could be one of the biggest surprises of the summer. We also dive into the expanded story content, cinematic presentation, and what this means for the rumored Ocarina of Time remake later this year.We also discuss a new Pokopia Switch 2 bundle that Nintendo is offering in Australia and New Zealand, plus early review impressions for Mixtape and whether the stylish indie adventure lives up to the hype.Quick Headlines: Wario possibly appearing in the next Mario movie (without the dirty jokes), a brand-new Animal Crossing LEGO set, Pragmata hitting a major sales milestone, Borderlands 4 still potentially heading to Switch 2, IO Interactive prioritizing a polished version of 007 First Light on Nintendo hardware, Mina the Hollower finally getting a release date, the latest Donkey Kong Bananza event news, Fortnite’s month-long Star Wars celebration, and the unofficial method players discovered to watch YouTube on Switch 2!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:05:20 Star Fox Returns on Switch 200:27:59 Switch 2 Bundled With Pokopia in Australia/New Zealand00:32:28 Mixtape Review Roundup00:36:15 Wario in a Mario Movie, Animal Crossing LEGO, Unofficial YouTube on Switch 200:44:08 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Final Fantasy is not slowing down on Switch 2! In this week's Nintendo News Recap from Podcasting With Power, we dissect the long-awaited announcement of Final Fantasy XIV on a Nintendo platform. We also get to look at the new Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo and read some previews from around the web!Nintendo also seems to be making moves in the movie space, with the announcement of a new, untitled Illumination film and rumblings of a live-action Metroid pitch being shopped around. We also (tragically) follow the trail of an internet mystery: What happened to the original Star Fox puppets?Quick Headlines: Mina the Hollower goes gold, Shovel Knight visits Crypt of the Necrodancer, updates on Pokemon Pokopia, Home, and Legends: Z-A; the Sega Universe initiative, Mario Tennis Aces soundtrack joins Nintendo Music, Super Mario Galaxy 2 gets new lore 16 years later, and PowerWash Simulator 2 gets Star Wars DLC this summerTime Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:07:27 Temple Maker 64/ Do you play Zelda games for the story?00:14:39 Final Fantasy (XIV, VII Rebirth) making a comeback on Switch 200:24:55 Untitled Illumination movie/ Metroid film being pitched by Nintendo00:33:31 The sad story of Star Fox's puppets00:36:45 Mina the Hollower, Pokemon, Super Mario Galaxy 2, PowerWash Simulator 2, and more00:41:16 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we take a deep dive into the infamous live-action Super Mario Bros. movie from the nineties! Does this movie deserve to stay in the shadows, or should Nintendo do more to celebrate it?We welcome special guest Nick Dumitrescu (from the WASD and Beyond and It Came From Screambox podcasts) for our special rewatch (or in Jordan's case, a first-time watch!) of this cult classic. We'll share our full thoughts on the movie, as well as behind-the-scenes details and almost-castings we've learned about over the years. We even compare it directly to the more recent, animated Super Mario films!Check out Nick's podcasts, WASD and Beyond (video games) and It Came From ScreamBox (horror movies) on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Df6zKfp8OYP6232AcXrrp?si=df4174c1f6ea4fa0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wasd-and-beyond/id1487317874Time Codes:00:00:00 Welcoming Nick from WASD and Beyond00:05:50 Super Mario Bros. (1993) discussion00:43:00 Who was ALMOST in this movie?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo’s summer 2026 lineup is starting to take shape, and this week we finally got a big one: the long-awaited Splatoon Raiders!On this Nintendo News Recap edition of Podcasting With Power, we break down everything revealed so far, including gameplay details, how the single-player campaign works, what co-op looks like, and the characters you’ll be teaming up with. Plus, we’ve got a confirmed July release date, a surprisingly affordable $49.99 price point, and a brand-new trio of amiibo launching alongside the game.We also take a look at a new overview trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book ahead of its release next month, and discuss a leaked first look at what could be the final design for Link in the upcoming Legend of Zelda movie.Quick Headlines:- Gamers are suing Nintendo over tariffs- Annapurna Interactive’s reveals upcoming Switch 2 slate- New Resident Evil datamine hint at an upcoming mode- Fortnite’s Save the World mode finally hits Switch 2- Nintendo pushes out bug fixes for several recent first-party titles- Miyamoto responds to negative Super Mario Galaxy Movie reviews- Pokemon- and Zelda-ripoff Pickmos has been removed from SteamAs always, we wrap things up with Out This Week, highlighting the biggest new game releases you should have on your radar.Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:10:51 Splatoon Raiders Release Date, Price, and More00:16:31 Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Overview Trailer00:21:33 Possible Leak of Link's Zelda Movie Costume00:27:56 Gamers Suing Nintendo, Annapurna Switch 2 Lineup, Resident Evil Datamine, and more00:34:51 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

What were the Nintendo rumors YOU believed growing up?This week on Podcasting With Power, we’re diving deep into the wildest Nintendo myths we heard on the playground, long before we could Google the truth for ourselves. From finding Mew under the truck in Pokémon Red and Blue to unlocking Luigi in Super Mario 64, we break down what we heard, why we believed it, and whether any of it was actually true!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:06:26 Classic Nintendo Playground Rumors00:39:15 Jordan is Shocked by Metroid EndingsSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo and it's partners may be gearing up for some big reveals... but ratings board around the world have other plans! This week on Podcasting With Power, we take a look at a number of listings that have popped up for unannounced Switch 2 ports like Diablo IV, Starfield, and more. Is a Partner Direct right around the corner?We also look at a report that Microsoft may be considering tightening Xbox exclusivity back up and what that could mean for the publisher on Switch 2 in the years ahead. Oh, and Tomodatchi Life spent 9 years getting the details just right...including a fart sound effect!We've also got review roundups for FOUR games you should check out this week: MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Opus: Prism Peak, Tomodatchi Life: Living the Dream, and Pragmata. Quick Headlines include news about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's box office success, Nintendo Music additions, Animal Crossing's 25th anniversary, a GameCube Classics bug fix, Overwatch on Switch 2, new events in Pokemon Pokopia and Legends: Z-A, Xenoblade X's Switch 2 phyiscal release, the passing of a Star Fox 64 voice actor, the Legend of Zelda movie wrapping filming, and Yooka-Replaylee receiving a much-anticipated 60 FPS patch.Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:07:14 Ratings Boards Leak Unannounced Switch Games00:16:30 Xbox Having "Very Big Discussions" About Exclusivity00:22:03 Behind the Scenes on Tomodatchi Life's Development00:27:58 MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Review Roundup00:29:32 Opus: Prism Peak Review Roundup00:31:24 Tomodatchi Life: Living the Dream Review Roundup00:32:41 Pragmata Review Roundup00:34:22 Quick Headlines (Mario Galaxy Movie, Nintendo Music, Animal Crossing, Pokemon, Overwatch, Legend of Zelda movie, Yooka-Replaylee)00:39:00 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Every generation, we pick a platform to be our gaming home. On this week's Podcasting With Power, we explore what it takes to be our "main" console. From our early favorites to our modern go-to systems, we explore how our preferences evolved and what really matters when choosing where to play.A lot of factors go into these decisions, and we discuss them all: software libraries, unique features, online ecosystems, and more! This episode is part nostalgia trip and part reflection on how our gaming habits have evolved over time.Time Codes:00:00:00 What It Means To Pick A "Main" Console00:08:03 Our Picks For Every Generation of Consoles00:38:22 How Much Do Controllers Matter?00:41:59 Deciding Where We Play00:47:55 Have We Ever Picked The Wrong Console?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we discuss the long-awaited release date of Rhythm Heaven Groove! Besides being the first domino to fall according to last week's rumors (!), we also look at the price point and role this title has in Nintendo's summer 2026 lineup.We also discuss Elden Ring potentially coming out with premium price point, and the latest game to follow a scary trend of last-minute delays on Switch 2.Quick headlines:- Pokemon Champion Bug Fixes On The Way- Pokemon Champion's First Mystery Gift- No Man's Sky New Pokemon-Like Mode- Assassin's Creed Shadows Mouse/Keyboard Support- Legend of Zelda Movie Lands ComposerTime Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:17:23 Rhythm Heaven Release Date, Price, and Implications00:21:31 Elden Ring is $80 on Switch 2?00:24:57 007 First Light is Latest to Delay on Switch 200:28:54 Quick Headlines: Pokemon Champions, No Man's Sky, and Zelda Movie00:34:40 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we break down major leaks surrounding Nintendo’s 2026 lineup, including a potential new Star Fox game and a rumored remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Are these long-awaited returns finally happening, or is it too good to be true?We also dive into recent comments from Shigeru Miyamoto about the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, plus a new limited-time Nintendo Switch 2 bundle featuring both Super Mario Galaxy titles.This week's quick headlines include: a new Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom artbook, Super Mario Galaxy Movie Blu-ray details, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Switch 2 performance, and more!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:07:43 Nintendo's Rumored 2026 Lineup (Star Fox, Zelda, and more)00:24:09 Shigeru Miyamoto comments on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie00:29:47 Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch 2 Bundle00:32:34 Quick Headlines: Zelda artbook, Mario Blu-ray, Tomodatchi Life on Switch 2, and more00:42:28 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we’re diving into the long-awaited Super Mario Galaxy Movie and giving our full review, joined by special guest and PWP fan Justin Cooney!We start things off spoiler-free, sharing our first impressions, what stood out, and whether the movie lives up to the hype. In the second half, we go full spoilers, breaking down our favorite moments, specific easter eggs and references, and where the Mario movie universe could go next.And don't worry; we clearly mark where the spoilers begin, so you're free to watch the first half before seeing the movie yourself!From visuals and music to the story and characters, this is our complete discussion of one of Nintendo’s biggest releases of the year!Time Codes:00:00:00 Welcoming Justin and Our Spoiler-Free Thoughts00:12:07 Super Mario Galaxy Movie Stats and Facts00:33:21 SPOILERS BEGINSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

April Fools! This week on Podcasting With Power, we’re doing something a little different… We’re putting Nintendo aside and diving into the world of PlayStation!From our history with the brand to our personal favorite PlayStation systems, games, and characters, this episode is a fun (and slightly cursed) look at another side of gaming.We also compare PlayStation’s iconic characters and franchises to Nintendo’s lineup, and see how they stack up from our perspective as longtime Nintendo fans. April Fools!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:06:52 Our Favorite PlayStations00:21:20 Our Defining PlayStation Games00:45:31 Comparing Characters: PlayStation vs. NintendoSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we break down Nintendo’s new pricing strategy, where digital games are becoming cheaper than physical copies, and what it means for players, collectors, and the industry as a whole.We also cover a packed week of Nintendo news, including Fox McCloud's surprising Super Mario Galaxy Movie appearance, a release date and more on Pokémon Champions, and reports that Nintendo is reducing Switch 2 production in the U.S. Plus, we dive into the early reviews for Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Switch 2!This week's quick headlines include: a Tomodachi Life demo on the eShop, a Switch 2 version of Marvel Rivals my be on the way, potential hardware changes might be needed to meet EU regulations, and more!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:10:34 Nintendo Lowering Prices on Digital Games00:15:43 Fox McCloud is in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie00:22:21 Pokemon Champions Release Date and Details00:27:38 Nintendo Cutting Switch 2 Output00:31:33 Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition Review Roundup00:35:19 Tomdatchi Life demo, Marvel Rivals, EU Hardware Revisions, and More!00:39:44 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Backwards compatibility has been a defining feature across Nintendo’s history, but how well has Nintendo really handled it? This week on Podcasting With Power, we’re breaking down Nintendo’s approach to backwards compatibility, from the Game Boy family all the way to the Nintendo Switch 2 and its new handheld boost mode for Switch 1 games.We dive into the transitions between generations, including Game Boy to Game Boy Advance, GameCube to Wii, Wii to Wii U, and DS to 3DS. We talk about what worked, what didn’t, and why backwards compatibility matters so much for players today. Plus, we share our own experiences revisiting older games across different Nintendo systems.Time Codes:00:00:00 Start/Jordan's Super Famicom00:06:34 Backwards Compatibility00:35:13 Would Nintendo Ever Release Hardware Adapters for Old Consoles?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we break down Nintendo’s newly revealed Switch 2 Handheld Mode Boost, a feature designed to enhance the performance and visuals of original Switch games when played on the newer system. From smoother framerates to sharper image quality, we talk about what this could mean for your existing library and why it might be one of the most important features of the Switch 2.We're also happy to see Elden Ring's Switch 2 port looking better than it did before, and we unpack the surprising appearance of Pikmin in promotional material for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie!Our smaller headlines this week include Pokemon XD's arrival on GameCube Classics, impressive Resident Evil Requiem sales numbers, an excellent collection of old Marvel games, and more!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:08:07 Switch 2 Handheld Mode Boost00:17:24 Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Finally Looking Good on Switch 200:23:52 Pikmin are the Super Mario Galaxy Movie?!00:28:15 Pokemon XD, Resident Evil, Marvel Maximum Collection, and More!00:37:32 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

The Super Mario Bros. Movie set box office records in 2023...but how does it hold up a few years later?In this episode, we revisit everything: the insane hype leading up to release, our reactions to the cast reveals, and our first time seeing the film in theaters. We also break down the full plot, highlight our favorite moments, and talk about what Illumination got right... and what we hope they get right in the sequel, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie!Time Codes:00:00:00 Remembering The Super Mario Bros. Movie00:25:28 Cast and Box Office00:39:56 Plot RecapSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo had one of its wildest news weeks in a while! On this episode of Podcasting With Power, we start by analyzing the final direct and trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! We also look at Pokemon Pokopia's roaring launch sales and some key details about Yoshi and the Mysterious Book ahead of its release. Finally, we bring it home with a break down of Nintendo's legal battle with the United States government over tariffs!And just to be thorough, we've rounded up some of last week's smaller headlines, including a slew of Mario Day announcements, the retirement of a longtime Nintendo director, and the confirmation of more content headed to Resident Evil Requiem!Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:11:36 Final Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct00:23:25 Pokopia's Launch Sales Numbers and Supply Issues00:31:28 Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Release Date, Box Art, and More00:36:07 Pokemon Company, Nintendo Challenge the U.S. Government00:44:59 Mario Day Announcements, WarioWare Director Retiring, RE Requiem DLC on the Way00:51:56 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

With the Nintendo Switch 2 officially taking the spotlight, the era of the original Nintendo Switch is finally coming to a close.In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we’re looking back at one of the most important pieces of hardware in Nintendo's history. We relive the unforgettable reveal of the console, share our launch day experience, and discuss the lasting impact the console has had on Nintendo’s overall strategy, game development, and the industry as a whole.On top of all of that, each of us narrow down our list of Top 10 Switch games (with surprisingly little overlap)!Nearly a decade later, the question is clear: what will the legacy of the Switch generation ultimately be?Time Codes:00:00:00 Reliving the Nintendo Switch Launch00:15:49 Our Top 10 Switch Games00:57:13 Impacts of the Switch GenerationLink to our original "Day in the Life #2: Merry Switchmas!" video from 2017:https://youtu.be/cpXSNrPqagM?si=1xqUPOioH_DRam5OSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo just dished out its latest Indie World Showcase, and we’re breaking down every game announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. From brand new indie reveals to some exciting release date confirmations, we run through everything shown during Nintendo’s latest presentation.We also cover the latest Mario Day (MAR 10) celebrations, including some eShop deals and fresh additions to Nintendo Classics. On top of that, we talk about a few new Kirby Air Riders amiibo, the minor changes made to Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch, and early review impressions for the newly released Pokémon Pokopia.Time Codes:00:00:00 Opening00:11:39 Indie World Showcase00:21:09 Mario Virtual Boy, GBA Classics Incoming00:25:09 Mario Day eShop and Retail Deals00:33:23 2 More Kirby Air Riders amiibo00:35:40 Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen Censorship, Fixed Glitches, and Event Updates00:42:17 Pokemon Pokopia Review Roundup00:47:12 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

The world of Pokémon has officially turned 30 years old, and this week we're celebrating by diving deep into our personal history with the series.In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we answer our Pokémon Questionnaire, sharing our favorite Pokémon games, spin-offs, cards, and more. We also reveal our all-time favorite Pokémon, talk about the moments that made the franchise special for us growing up, and reflect on how Pokémon has evolved along with us across three decades.Time Codes:00:00:00 Reflecting on the 30th Anniversary of Pokémon00:17:03 Our Pokémon 30 Questionnaire00:55:07 Our Top 10 Favorite PokémonSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

It is Pokemon's 30th Anniversary and The Pokemon Company had a lot to show on Pokemon Day! In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we cover all of the big (and small) news from the latest Pokemon Presents, from the return of the GBA classics FireRed and LeafGreen to the reveal of the Generation 10, Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves!We also discuss Nintendo issuing some rare refunds for last week's Xenoblade Chronicles X Switch 2 Edition, Resident Evil Requiem's review scores around the industry, and our own review of FUR Squadron Phoenix, a new Star Fox 64-inspired game on Switch! (Code provided by Raptor Claw)Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:09:14 Pokemon FireRed & LeafGreen hit Switch00:20:03 Pokemon Game Boy Jukebox00:22:31 Pokemon Champions Release Date00:24:16 Pokemon Day Headlines (Pokopia, Pokemon TCG, Pokemon GO, etc)00:29:04 Pokemon Winds and Waves Revealed00:43:30 Nintendo Refunds Xenoblade Chronicles X on Switch 200:47:15 Resident Evil Requiem Review Roundup00:51:04 FUR Squadron Phoenix Review00:57:41 Out This WeekSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we’re talking about the Nintendo games we want to love… but just can’t seem to care about. Whether it’s a long-running franchise or a cult classic, sometimes a game just doesn’t click, and that’s okay! We break down why certain Nintendo titles miss the mark for us, and whether we think we’re alone in feeling this way.Plus, we cover the shadowdrop of Xenoblade Chronicles X's Switch 2 Edition, recap every Switch and Switch 2 announcement from PlayStation’s State of Play, and react to the very charming Hatching Yoshi toy coming soon!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:16:41 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Switch 2 Edition00:23:14 PlayStation State of Play Announcements for Switch/Switch 200:33:54 Hatching Yoshi Toy00:37:12 Out This Week00:41:39 Nintendo Games We Just Don't Care AboutAre there Nintendo games you just can’t get into? Let us know in the comments!Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

This week on Podcasting With Power, we’re diving into Nintendo’s long history with sports games, from the all-time classics to modern experiments! Fresh off the launch of Mario Tennis Fever, we ask the big question: does Nintendo still have its sports magic? We break down what has worked, what hasn’t, and what it might take to win us back.We also react to the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and rapidfire through all of the stories we missed while Zachary was sick. Plus, we look at early impressions of Pokopia, and round up reviews for Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass, Reanimal, and Mario Tennis Fever!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:14:03 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Discussion00:33:43 Switch is Nintendo's Best-Selling Console Ever00:38:35 Quick Headlines We Missed00:45:56 Pokemon Pokopia Previews Are Out00:49:14 Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass Review Roundup00:52:19 Reanimal Review Roundup00:54:03 Mario Tennis Fever Review Roundup00:55:39 Out This Week00:59:07 Nintendo's Sports GamesSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

What defines the Nintendo brand in 2026? This week, we break down how Nintendo has evolved from the company we grew up with into the one we know today. From hardware philosophy and game design to risk-taking, nostalgia, and brand identity, we compare classic Nintendo to modern Nintendo and try to define what truly sets this era apart.We also cover the latest Nintendo news, including the new Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer featuring Yoshi, highlights from the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct, new details on Virtual Boy Classics, rumored GameCube games coming to Nintendo Switch Online, and the long-awaited Disney Afternoon Collection finally making its way to Switch.Let us know what you think defines modern Nintendo in the comments. Is this their strongest era yet, or do you miss the Nintendo of the past?Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:09:21 Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary00:15:49 Super Mario Galaxy Movie Reveals Yoshi00:23:14 Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Direct Details00:30:45 Virtual Boy Classics Launch Lineup, Unreleased Games, and New Features00:34:04 Walmart Leaks GameCube Classics Additions, Nintendo Denies00:39:12 Disney Afternoon Collection Announced for Switch & Switch 200:42:06 Out This Week00:43:34 Defining Modern NintendoSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Xbox Game Studios and Microsoft own some of the biggest franchises in gaming… so why does the Switch 2 feel almost completely ignored? In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we dig into Microsoft’s surprisingly small presence on Nintendo’s next console, and why it might be one of the strangest strategic gaps in the industry right now.We break down which Xbox, Bethesda, Activision, and Blizzard titles could and should be on Switch 2, what options we'd like to see them explore, and what we think the roadblocks might have been thus far. With Nintendo opening the door wider than ever to third-party support, Xbox’s absence raises some big questions.We also run through a packed week of Nintendo and gaming news, including new details on Super Mario Bros. Wonder's Switch 2 Edition, a surprise update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, and our first look at an epic new Legend of Zelda LEGO set featuring the final boss fight of Ocarina of Time!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:12:06 Super Mario Wonder Switch 2 Details, amiibo, and Talking Flower00:23:03 Chris Pratt Teases More Surprises for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie00:26:42 Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Update00:31:35 Metroid Prime/Paper Mario Producer Kensuke Tanabe Retires00:41:10 Major Ubisoft Restructuring, 6 Games Cancelled00:48:42 LEGO Ocarina of Time - The Final Battle Revealed00:54:17 Out This Week00:54:44 Where is Xbox on Switch 2?Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

New video game remakes come out every year, and some of them are truly great experiences in their own right! This week on Podcasting With Power, we break down the remakes we think truly nail it, what makes a remake worth doing in the first place, and which classic games we believe absolutely deserve a modern revival. From faithful recreations to full reimaginings, we debate where the line should be drawn and whether nostalgia helps (or hurts) our industry.We also cover the biggest Nintendo news of the week, including the reveal of brand-new LEGO Pokémon sets, Nintendo’s official 2025 Year in Review, an industry-wide move to make gaming safer, and the impact of GameStop closing nearly 300 store locations.Whether you’re craving a remake of a forgotten classic or tired of seeing the same games brought back again and again, this episode is for you. Let us know in the comments which game you want to see remade next!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:09:22 First Look at Pokemon Lego Sets00:17:01 Nintendo 2025 Year in Review Available Now00:23:16 Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox Unite to Make Gaming Safer00:29:23 GameStop Closes Our Childhood Store00:38:19 Out This Week00:40:03 Our Favorite Video Game Remakes01:00:14 Games We Think Need RemakesSubscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Nintendo already has a packed 2026 lineup, and this week on Podcasting With Power we break down every confirmed Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game with a 2026 release date or window.From the biggest AAA releases to indie darlings, we go title by title and highlight the games we think look particularly special along the way. Whether you’re tracking release dates, planning your backlog, or just want to know what Nintendo has cooking for 2026, this episode has you covered.We've also got the latest details on Mario Tennis Fever, new Joy Con 2 colors, Switch 2 holiday sales, and more!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:07:59 Mario Tennis Fever Overview Trailer Details00:12:05 Joy Con 2 Get Their First New Color Options00:15:30 Switch 2's Holiday Sales Slump00:19:33 First Look at GameSir x Hyperkin X5 Alteron00:22:49 Out This Week00:24:52 Every Nintendo Switch & Switch 2 Game Coming in 2026Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

Another year of Nintendo is in the books, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we look back at everything that defined Nintendo in 2025, from the release of the Switch 2 and plenty of Nintendo Directs announcements to our personal Game of the Year picks and how we got there.We also take a look at some of the biggest news stories we missed over the holidays, including peeking at anniversary logos for Pokémon, Dragon Quest, and Persona, analyzing comments from Square Enix’s Yoshi-P about the possibility of Final Fantasy XIV coming to Switch 2, and mourning the loss of industry veteran Vince Zampella.Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:02:18 Pokemon 30th Anniversary Logo Reveal00:04:17 Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Logo and Hints at New Games00:07:43 Persona 30th Anniversary Trailer and Incoming Info00:10:09 Final Fantasy XIV Online Director Teases Switch Releases00:12:28 Remembering Vince Zampella00:15:08 Nintendo 2025 Recap: Releases, Directs, and More00:35:20 The Games We DIDN'T Get To Play in 202500:45:53 Zachary's Game of the Year Picks00:54:46 Jordan's Game of the Year PicksWhat were YOUR Game of the Year picks? Let us know in the comments!Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwithpowerBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpowerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podwithpower

In this episode of Podcasting With Power, we’re making bold predictions for Nintendo in 2026, from the possibility of new Metroid and Zelda games to Pokemon's 30th anniversary, a tease of 3D Mario, and even the future of the Super Smash Bros. franchise!We break down what Nintendo might have planned, what feels overdue, and which rumors make the most sense based on Nintendo’s history. Whether it’s legacy content coming to the Classics library, surprise third-party partnerships, or new accessories that could change the way we play, we’re calling our shots and debating what’s realistic and what's wishful thinking.Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:03:40 Housekeeping00:07:55 Celebrating Pokemon's 30th Anniversary, Gen 10, Maybe a Remake?00:18:07 Return of 2D Metroid: Port, Remake, or New Game?00:21:31 Is the Ocarina of Time Remake Real? Legend of Zelda in 202600:30:55 Nintendo DS Classics on NSO00:33:46 New Joy-Con and Pro Controller Colors, Improved Accessories00:38:43 Expedition 33, Metal Gear Solid, Doom, and more on Switch 200:42:22 Will We See 3D Mario in 2026?00:47:38 Call of Duty Comes Home00:49:41 What Will Be Nintendo's Heavy-Hitter in 2026?00:53:25 The Super Smash Bros. MovieLet us know which predictions you agree with (and which ones you think are totally off base) in the comments below! Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives!

We've talked about summer games, we've talked about fall games, and now it's time for Podcasting With Power to break down the kinds of games we think have the strongest winter vibes!Do we take the longer nights to really dial into a difficult game? Or are we looking for something wholesome to warm our hearts during the coldest months of the year? We'll share what works for us, and you can share your winter gaming vibes in the comments!We'll also take a look at the winners and major announcements coming out of this year's Game Awards, an interview with Monolith Software on collaborating on the Legend of Zelda series, Team Cherry's big plans for Hollow Knight in 2026, and more!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:04:47 Housekeeping00:05:24 The Game Awards 202500:17:47 Monolith Software on Zelda00:22:25 Hollow Knight: Silksong Sea of Sorrows Expansion00:26:33 Nitro Deck 200:30:40 Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo00:33:43 Reduced Input Lag on Gamecube Classics00:35:21 Out This Week00:35:52 Winter GamesPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

The day Zachary has been waiting for is finally upon us: Metroid Prime 4 is out and he's played through it in its entirety! As such, Jordan hosts a comprehensive (and spoiler-free) review discussion to get into what works and doesn't work in this long-awaited video game!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:08:04 Housekeeping00:08:34 Pokemon Legends: Z-A confirms Hoenn starters00:12:46 Leon Kennedy confirmed for Resident Evil 900:17:51 Is a Pikmin 4 Switch 2 update on the way after all?00:20:08 N64 and GCN updates for Nintendo Classics00:24:03 Out This Week00:26:28 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review01:34:17 Convincing Jordan to play more MetroidPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

This week, Podcasting With Power explores Nintendo's long history with gimmicky hardware, from the what-were-they-thinkings (e-reader?!) to the overnight successes of the DS, Wii, and Switch! We even have a few ideas of our own to pitch!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:05:31 Housekeeping00:06:16 Hyrule Warriors free update00:11:17 Donuts tease returning legendaries for Pokemon Legends: Z-A00:13:56 Free Mewtwo side mission in Pokemon Legends: Z-A00:15:37 Mega Lucario Z trailer00:18:01 Nintendo Classics Game Boy easter egg00:21:20 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review roundup00:27:37 Out This Week00:29:38 GimmicksPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

What will the next Super Smash Bros. look like? This week, we've brought suggestion of heroes and villains we'd like to see bolster the roster, from series' newcomers to reworked characters. We also entertain the idea of a smaller, fully-rebooted roster consisting of just 12 fighters (just like the original game), and debate over who would make the cut from today's Nintendo catalog!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:02:30 Housekeeping00:02:56 Out This Week00:04:40 Smash Newcomers We'd Like To See00:25:04 Rebooting The Smash Bros. RosterPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

The holiday shopping rush is upon us, and Podcasting With Power is here to help you find that perfect gift for the Nintendo fan in your life! As fans ourselves, we go beyond to the games to showcase the different kinds of apparel, books, collectibles, and more that we think could be a good fit for your gamer. No matter the price point, we've got you covered!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:09:01 Housekeeping00:09:36 The Game Awards 2025 Nominees00:18:34 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Previews00:23:11 First Look at Legend of Zelda Movie00:29:57 Nintendo Outsourced Switch 2 Updates00:32:12 Kirby Air Riders Review Roundup00:34:18 Out This Week00:35:49 Nintendo Holiday Gift GuidePodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

This week, each of our hosts share their "10 Games To Get To Know Me" lists! Jordan and Zachary got through their 10 games, one at a time, explaining why each holds a special place in our hearts and why they collectively represent our gaming tastes! Plus, we break down the Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct and more!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:14:26 Housekeeping00:15:04 Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct00:32:27 Switch Update 21.0.000:39:09 Switch 2 compatibility website launches00:40:53 Pokemon Pokopia trailer details00:47:43 Nintendo Black Friday offers and deals00:53:36 New Lego Zelda set incoming next year00:56:52 Out This Week00:58:35 10 Games To Get To Know UsPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

This week, we discuss the multitude of ways Nintendo has spun off their IP over years, with some even going on to be major series in their own right! From the recently released Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment all the way back to Dr. Mario on the NES, we dive into our favorites (and not-so-favorites) on this episode of Podcasting With Power!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:09:10 Housekeeping00:09:46 Switch 2 Sales Figures00:17:46 Nintendo Store app released on iOS and Android00:23:28 Pokemon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC launches next month00:28:03 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment review roundup00:31:33 Out This Week00:32:58 Nintendo Spin-offsPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

This week, we've put together an alignment chart comparing each of Nintendo's home consoles against 5 different categories of game, and we're going spend the podcast hashing out each square! Be sure to let us know how we did in the comments, and add your own insight!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:07:36 Housekeeping00:08:14 Breath of the Wild on vinyl00:12:26 Switch 2 YouTube app on the way00:15:59 Hints at more Donkey Kong Bananza DLC00:18:09 Pokemon Legends: Z-A updates online battles00:22:07 Resident Evil: Requiem pro controller, amiibo, and Generation Pack00:29:02 Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition and 3.0 update00:37:32 Out This Week00:39:25 Nintendo Alignment ChartPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

The first of Nintendo's several big fall releases is here! On this week's Podcasting With Power, the guys dive into their thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Z-A after playing it for about a week. They also touch on their history with the franchise, including their favorite games, starters, and more!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:02:25 Housekeeping00:02:58 Kirby Air Riders Direct 2 recap00:08:42 Pikmin 4 free update details00:11:27 Sakurai manga on the way00:13:38 Switch 2 announcements and release dates00:16:56 Out This Week00:29:27 Why we love Pokemon00:48:52 Pokemon Legends: Z-A ReviewPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

It's spooky season on Podcasting With Power! This week, we discuss our favorite games that capture the Halloween vibe, from the more lighthearted to the dark and sinister!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:10:00 Housekeeping00:10:31 Switch 2 named on of TIME's best inventions of the year00:15:27 Assassin's Creed Shadow leaks continue to hint at Switch 2 version00:18:56 Nintendo killing SNES PlayStation was "helpful" to Sony00:23:04 Nintendo hacked by Crimson Collective00:26:33 Instax Mini Link receives Super Mario update00:29:27 Pokemon 5-year roadmap leaks online00:45:16 Pokemon Legends: Z-A review roundup00:53:06 Out This Week00:55:33 Spooky/Scary/Halloween GamesPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

On this week's Podcasting With Power, Jordan and Zachary set out to craft a list of the 10 games every Nintendo fan should play. How we interpret that is up for debate, as are each of the games on that list! Whether you've played some, none, or all of the games we recommend, we'd love to hear what you think about our picks and how we got there!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:06:40 Housekeeping00:07:11 Close With You/Pikmin digital short00:11:29 How DLSS works on Switch 200:15:20 Red Dead Redemption 2 on Switch 2?00:19:04 Nintendo denies lobbying government over AI00:22:45 Out This Week00:23:37 Games Every Nintendo Fan Should PlayPodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower

Video games have always been an expensive hobby, but prices just keep going up and up! Have we reached a tipping point on some of these price tags already? Are these products worth what we're paying? We discuss the value of our games, hardware, and services on this week's Podcasting With Power!Time Stamps:00:00:00 Start00:04:40 Housekeeping00:05:05 Doug Bowser out, Devon Pritchard in at NOA00:11:20 EA goes private for $55 billion00:18:34 Capcom surprised at Resident Evil Requiem performance on Switch 200:21:50 Mini Zelda weapons blind boxes in Japan00:26:52 Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Review Roundup00:29:06 Out This Week00:33:36 Video Game ValuePodcasting With Power is a weekly show about all things Nintendo from Jordan Carlson and Zachary Davis. PWP is available as a video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as an audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.Find us all over the internet on Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/podwithpower