Category: NINTENDO NEWS

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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 191: Limited Run Game Announcements, 2D vs 3D Games

July 17, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Corey Dirrig⁠⁠, ⁠LeRon Dawkins⁠⁠, ⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠, and Patrick Klein discuss the latest Limited Run Games announcements, the debate between 2D and 3D games, the ugliest video game characters, and more.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Introduces a Roguelike Survival Mode

July 13, 2023

James Bojaciuk

More details about the Dimension Shellshock DLC are revealed, including a roguelike Survival Mode.
Hey, Furball: Fangamer Releases New Okami Merch

July 12, 2023

James Bojaciuk

Fangamer’s latest wave of Okami merch arrives with a stunning new shirt, a puzzle, and a very foxy pin.
PODCAST: Game Prices, Development Costs, and Entitled Gamers – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 350

July 12, 2023

Eddie V.

Edward and Corey argue about game development, the time and costs of a major triple A release, why Nintendo seems to be more cost efficient, and more. Later in the show, they discuss why gamers seem to feel entitled to not pay for games or subscriptions, yet think they deserve everything.
World’s Scariest RPG: World of Horror’s Physical Edition is Coming to Nintendo Switch

July 11, 2023

James Bojaciuk

World of Horror brings its Cthulhu Mythos and vintage desktop gaming vibes to the Nintendo Switch just in time for Halloween.
BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 190: Super Nintendo World Impressions and Mid-Generation Console Upgrades

July 10, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Corey Dirrig⁠⁠, ⁠LeRon Dawkins⁠⁠, ⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠, and Patrick Klein dive into Planet of Lana, mid-generation console upgrades, and Stephanie’s visit to Universal Studios’ Super Nintendo World.
New Courses, Release Date Unveiled for Wave 5 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC

July 6, 2023

Josh Martinez

Nintendo recently unveiled the eight courses and a release date for the upcoming Wave 5 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s DLC.
PODCAST: Nintendo’s Next Console Mentioned by Ubisoft and Activision – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 349

July 5, 2023

Eddie V.

This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward and Corey discuss the mentioning of Nintendo’s next piece of hardware by not one, but two major publishers in the industry, including Bobby Kotick from Activision Blizzard during the FTC case against the Xbox merger and Yves Guillemot of Ubisoft during a financial call. We can dream can’t…
BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 189: Its PlayStation vs. Xbox vs. the FTC, Final Fantasy XVI, and ROG Ally Handheld Impressions

July 3, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Corey Dirrig⁠⁠, ⁠LeRon Dawkins⁠⁠, ⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠, and Patrick Klein share their thoughts on Final Fantasy XVI, give their impressions of the ROG Ally handheld PC, and break down what’s unfolded so far in Microsoft’s FTC hearing.
More Details Shown in Official Overview Pikmin 4 Trailer

June 29, 2023

Shane Kelley

What did you take away from the overview trailer for Pikmin 4
PODCAST: Nintendo’s Fall is Set with Great New Games – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 348

June 28, 2023

Eddie V.

This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward, Corey, and Daniel are back to talk about the Nintendo Direct and the games lineup for Nintendo Switch this fall and holiday.
Four Classic SEGA Games Make the Jump to Nintendo Switch Online

June 27, 2023

James Bojaciuk

In a surprise announcement, four Sega Genesis games join the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack collection.
BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 188: Nintendo Direct Reactions and Independent Development with Smushi Come Home Developer SomeHumbleOnion

June 26, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Corey Dirrig⁠⁠, ⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠, and Patrick Klein are joined by Noah Lone, aka SomeHumbleOnion, independent solo developer of the cozy platformer Smushi Come Home, to talk about the development journey of his first game, available now on Nintendo Switch and on Steam, and the Nintendo Direct.
DIRECT RECAP: Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Super Mario RPG, and More – The Direct Recap Show

June 23, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

In this episode of the Direct Recap Show, Corey and Edward sit down to discuss the latest Nintendo Direct, including Super Mario Wonder, Super Mario RPG, Pikmin 4, and more.
SPOTLIGHT SERIES INTERVIEW: Tony Howard-Arias and Abby Howard of Black Tabby Games

June 22, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠ and Patrick Klein are joined by Tony Howard-Arias and Abby Howard of Black Tabby Games for a deep dive into their journey as developers and storytellers.
Star Ocean: The Second Story R Confirmed During Nintendo Direct

June 21, 2023

Josh Martinez

Square Enix confirmed the existence of Star Ocean: The Second Story R during the June 2023 Nintendo Direct, setting a release date for the RPG on Switch and other consoles.
Boss Rush Banter: How Would You Grade the June 2023 Nintendo Direct?

June 21, 2023

Madpharmacist

After the successful launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Nintendo’s June Direct showcases what’s next. What did you think of this Nintendo Direct?
Vampire Survivors Introduces Couch Co-Op and Comes to Switch This Year

June 21, 2023

James Bojaciuk

Vampire Survivors will threaten your friendships in the most fun way.
Nintendo Direct: Two New Tears of the Kingdom Amiibo Announced

June 21, 2023

Madpharmacist

Zelda and Ganondorf from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will arrive in amiibo form this holiday 2023.
Legacy Board Game “Gloomhaven” Coming To Nintendo Switch

June 21, 2023

Brad Melville

Beloved legacy board game “Gloomhaven” coming to Nintendo Switch this September.
Nintendo Direct: Detective Pikachu Returns Announced for this Fall

June 21, 2023

Madpharmacist

Detective Pikachu Returns has been announced at the June 2023 Nintendo Direct.
PODCAST: Summer of Gaming Showcases, Prince of Persia, and Metroid Prime 4 – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 347

June 21, 2023

Eddie V.

This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward and Corey discuss the summer of showcases, which showcases were the best, what games they’re excited for, which games are coming to Switch, and what is happening to Metroid Prime 4.
June 2023 Nintendo Direct Officially Announced (This is Not a Drill)

June 20, 2023

Madpharmacist

Nintendo officially announces Direct for June 21st, 2023. Get those Direct Bingo cards ready!
SPOTLIGHT SERIES INTERVIEW: Adam Tierney and James Montagna of WayForward

June 20, 2023

Corey Hudson Dirrig

This week, Corey Dirrig⁠⁠, Edward Varnell, and Stephanie Klimov sit down with WayForward’s Adam Tierney and James Montagna—game directors behind franchises like Shantae, River City Girls, and Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp—to discuss their careers, their long tenure at WayForward, creativity, and more.