Author: Eddie V.

As host of Optional Opinion and Boss Rush Podcast, I bring topics and discussions not normally talked about in the gaming community. I also Co-host Nintendo Pow Block and World 1-1, my love for video games and other great things in life make me happy. You can find Optional Opinion on Soundcloud, iTunes, Google Play, and TuneIn. Nintendo Pow Block and Arsenal X and other Boss Rush Games content can be found on bossrushgames.com and on YouTube. You can also find World 1-1 podcast at podbean.com. I'm on twitter @thatretrocode and if you would like to be on Optional Opinion with a topic, you can hit me up there
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EXPANSION PASS: Will Metroid Prime 4 be a Next Generation Game? – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 64

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This week on Expansion Pass, Edward and Corey discuss whether or not Metroid Prime 4 will be a cross generation title and if Xbox would consider changing their stance on Game Pass, Cloud Gaming, and what it all means for Nintendo.
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CONVERSATION: Pirates, Gamer Complaints, and Kid Rock – Jump-Off Point Episode 3

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Ed, Jesse, Josh, and special guest Matt from Backlog Buster podcast, come together to talk what they been playing, Kid Rock, Gamer complaints, and Pirates. For the Boss Rush Banter, the discuss when it is appropriate to return a Video Game. Continue reading CONVERSATION: Pirates, Gamer Complaints, and Kid Rock – Jump-Off Point Episode 3

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EXPANSION PASS: Ranking Mario Kart Games Part 3 – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 62

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Ed and Josh are back for their final Ranking Mario Kart Episode for Nintendo Expansion Pass, diving deep into Mario Kart DS, Mario Kart Wii, Mario Kart 7, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. What game comes out on top? Find out on this finale episode of Ranking Mario Kart!
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PODCAST: New Theory on The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 61

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This week on Expansion Pass, Edward and Corey talk about a new theory for Tears of the Kingdom due to its unique key art resembling Buddha paper, a type of paper that can be reused and rewritten.
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INTERVIEW: Chris Davis, Founder of the Black Gamer League – One V. One: The Creator Interview Series

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In this interview, Edward Varnell sits down with Chris Davis, the founder of the Black Gamer League, to talk about his introduction to video games, the origins of Black Gamer League, eSports, fighting games, and martial arts. Continue reading INTERVIEW: Chris Davis, Founder of the Black Gamer League – One V. One: The Creator Interview Series

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PODCAST: Ranking Mario Kart Games Part 2 – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 60

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Ed and Josh are back to discuss Mario Kart: Super Circuit and Mario Kart: Double Dash. The talk about their history with the games, why Super Circuit may have the one of the worst turning mechanics, and why Mario Kart: Double Dash is regarded one of the best Mario games on the Gamecube. Continue reading PODCAST: Ranking Mario Kart Games Part 2 – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 60

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PODCAST: It’s Zelda Week and What Xbox and Bethesda can Learn from Redfall’s Release – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 341

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This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward and Corey talk about some of the negatives that Xbox is experiencing right now and what they can learn from Redfall’s release. They also talk a little bit about Zelda before release on this shorter version of Nintendo Pow Block. Continue reading PODCAST: It’s Zelda Week and What Xbox and Bethesda can Learn from Redfall’s Release – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 341

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PODCAST: GameCube Games are Ripe for Remasters – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 59

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On this episode, Edward and Corey discuss Metroid Prime Remastered, Resident Evil 4, Tales of Symphonia, Baton Kaitos, and how GameCube games are ripe for remasters and remakes this generation. Continue reading PODCAST: GameCube Games are Ripe for Remasters – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 59

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PODCAST: Disney Speedstorm and the CMA’s Microsoft Activision Acquisition Decision – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 340

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This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward, Corey, and Daniel discuss the CMA’s decision to block the Microsoft and Activision acquisition, their impressions of Disney Speedstorm, the new Donkey Kong LEGO sets, and more. Continue reading PODCAST: Disney Speedstorm and the CMA’s Microsoft Activision Acquisition Decision – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 340