Category: NINTENDO POW BLOCK
Nintendo Pow Block is a weekly Nintendo podcast hosted by Edward Varnell, Corey Dirrig, and their friends from around the internet. Each week, they dive into the latest Nintendo news and rumors for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, new and upcoming releases, updates to Nintendo Switch Online and the Nintendo Music app, and discuss what they’ve been playing in the Playing with Power segment. Now your Podcasting with Power!
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Battling Coronavirus with Video Games and An Animal Crossing Giveaway – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 187
Corey and Edward are a little late this week, but COVID-19 is not going to stop them from Nintendo Pow Block. This week, they discuss the Indie World showcase, Animal Crossing vs. Doom, The Witcher and third party Switch games, and more.
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E3 Canceled, Lego Super Mario, Reggie Joins GameStop, and Animal Crossing Giveaway – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 186
Corey and Ed come together to discuss a lot of big news this week, including E3 2020 as we know it getting cancelled, Reggie Fils-Aime joining the GameStop board of directors, and Lego Super Mario sets.
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The Top 25 Games on Nintendo Switch Right Now (March 2020) – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 185
Corey and Edward skip the news and games this week to discuss what they think are the top 25 games available on the Nintendo Switch for the system’s third birthday.
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What’s Next for Nintendo Switch After Animal Crossing? – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 184
Corey and Edward are joined by The CaNERDian, Mark Carabin, from Secret Friends Unite Co-op Mode to talk about Journey to the Savage Planet, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition, Nintendo going above and beyond in customer service, and Nintendo’s 2020 after Animal Crossing.
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Metroid Prime 4 Hires, Catherine: Full Body, Persona 5 (maybe) and XCOM 2 on Switch, and The Diggity Podcast Duo – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 183
Corey and Edward are joined by their first guests since their relaunch, Jeff James and the incredible, the unobtainable, luscious Brody Fultz. The guys talk about their love for Switch, Retro Studios hiring some more talent, Atlus games coming to Switch in the future, XCOM 2, and the ever loud discussion about third party support.
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The Wonderful 101 Remastered and Ubisoft’s Big 2020 – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 182
Edward and Corey discuss Platinum’s highly successful Kickstarter campaign, Ubisoft’s big 2020, Activision’s planned remasters, and Sakurai’s comments on the Fire Emblem cast in Smash Bros. Please Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Metroid Prime 4 and The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild 2 Wants – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 181
Corey and Edward take some time to discuss a lot of news including Metroid Prime 4 developer Retro Studios hiring a key art director from DICE, Platinum Games’ Kickstarter, the likelyhood of Cyberpunk 2077 coming to Switch (spoilers, not likely), the length of the Switch’s lifecycle, and big discussions about The Legend of Zelda: Breath…
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Who’s Coming to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s Fighter Pass 2? – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 180
Corey and Edward take on the big task of who Nintendo should add to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with the announcement of Fighter Pass 2.
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Are a 2D Metroid and Paper Mario on the Way to Nintendo Switch? – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 179
Corey and Edward discuss some of the rumored games coming to Nintendo Switch in 2020 including a 2D Metroid and Paper Mario.
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Smash Direct Recap, Cindered Shadows, and Future Direct Details – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 178
Corey and Edward discuss the new character announced for Smash, new equipment and Mii character costumes, levels, and more. Also in the episode, DMC 3 gets an upgrade for the Switch version, Fire Emblem DLC, and which other first party would have a better chance of having their own fighting game.
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The Pokemon Direct Recap – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 177
Corey and Edward breakdown all of the news from the big Pokemon Direct. What’s coming? Well, more than you expect.
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New Year, New Games. Nintendo 2020 Preview – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 176
Corey and Edward ring in the new year with their tradition of breaking down Nintendo’s slate of games for 2020. Will Nintendo have what it takes to battle their competitor’s new hardware? Let’s find out on this episode of Nintendo Pow Block!
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Nintendo Switch Game of the Year 2019 Discussion – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 175
Corey and Edward end 2019 with their game of the year discussions and top tens. Here’s to 2019!
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Indie World Showcase 12/10/2019 Reactions – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 174
Corey and Edward discuss the recent Indie World Showcase and talk about their favorites including Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD, Axiom Verge 2, and Boyfriend Dungeon. Remember to rate and review us!
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Mario Maker 2 Zelda Update, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Pokemon Sword and Shield, and Using Our Warp Whistle – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 173
Corey and Edward take a different approach to the show this week, introducing a few new segments, discuss some new things coming and what they’d like to do, and get to the regular show too. They discuss Luigi’s Mansion 3, Fire Emblem Three Houses, BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!, the Zelda update for Super Mario Maker 2,…
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Sonic’s Redesign, Fire Emblem, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and Our Future at Boss Rush Games – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 172
Corey and Edward discuss Pokemon’s success, The Game Awards, Fire Emblem, Sonic’s redesign for his upcoming movie, and the future of Nintendo Pow Block at Boss Rush Games.
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The Question Block Returns – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 171
Corey and Edward have a field day with your questions this week!
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Luigi’s Mansion 3, Terry Bogard, and Overwatch 2 – Nintendo Pow Block 170
Corey and Ed are back! In this episode, the two discuss Luigi’s Mansion 3, Dragon Quest XI, Blizzcon, Terry Bogard, and Playtonic’s statement about the rumor with Banjo and Microsoft.
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Retro Studios Hires Halo Artist for Metroid – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 169
Corey and Edward are back to talk about Metroid Prime 4’s new high profile hire, Reggie’s first talk at Cornell, and what they want to do for their Nintendo Game of the Year discussions!
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The Power of Creative Freedom – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 168
This week, Corey and Edward break down the triad of Ubisoft delays including a major Switch release, Tencent hiring for Nintendo Switch ports, classic Disney games getting cool physical collector’s editions, the cool Analog Pocket, and the importance of Nintendo teams having creative freedom as described by their president, Shuntaro Furukawa.
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Blizzard vs The Players – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 167
Corey and Edward discuss the current situation going on at Blizzard, what it means for Overwatch on Switch, and their plans for building a better future for their fans.
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Blizzard’s Pickle – Nintendo Pow Block 166
Corey and Edward discuss Fire Emblem Three Houses, The Legend of Zelda Link’s Awakening, the Blizzard ban, and more.
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I Need More Heroes – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 165
Corey and Edward discuss Link’s Awakening, Fire Emblem, the closing of Alpha Dream, Marvel Ultimate Alliance DLC pack with more heroes and modes, and how PlayStation cross play may affect the Switch.
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Link’s Awakening, Untitled Goose Game, and Contra Rogue Corps – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 164
Corey and Edward return this episode to discuss the Link’s Awakening Remake, Contra Rogue Corps, Fire Emblem grinding (still), the possibility of a new Batman game, and much more!
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