Tag: Video Game Podcast
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PODCAST: A Lot of Restructuring in the Video Game Industry – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 385
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell is joined by friend of the show Greysun Morales to talk about PAX, industry restructuring, Princess Peach Showtime’s Japanese reception, and more.
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EXPANSION PASS: The Franchises That Shined Because of Nintendo Switch – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 95
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig talk about lesser-loved franchises that became popular because of the success of Nintendo Switch.
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PAX EAST 2024: The Games, Panels, and Games at PAX East – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 384
**Support Boss Rush on Patreon** On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig are joined by TikTok personality Courty Yikes on site at PAX East to talk about what they played, saw, and snacked on at the event. Email the Show:nintendopowblock@gmail.com Listen to Nintendo Pow Block:Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow and Connect:X (Formerly…
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST at PAX EAST 2024: Interviews, Highlights, Indie Games, Guests, and More
This week, Corey Dirrig, Edward Varnell, Stephanie Klimov, and Patrick Klein are at PAX East 2024 discussing what they saw, who they met, them being together on-site, and more from the show.
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EXPANSION PASS: Can Nintendo Replicate The Switch’s Success? – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 94
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss if Nintendo can replicate their success and what another hybrid console should do to capture the Switch’s audience.
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PODCAST: Pokemon ZA Tease and Metroid Hall of Fame Nomination – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 383
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss PAX East, the Pokemon ZA tease found in Pokemon Scarlett and Violet, Metroid for NES making the Video Game Hall of Fame nomination list, Embracer Group’s selling of assets, and much more.
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EXPANSION PASS: Can Nintendo Repeat the Switch’s Success Next Gen? – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 93
**Support Boss Rush on Patreon** On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig talk about how Nintendo can capitalize on the Switch’s success with next generation. Email the Show:nintendopowblock@gmail.com Listen to Nintendo Pow Block:Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow and Connect:X (Formerly Twitter | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn Join Our Community:Discord | Facebook | LinkedIn Follow the Nintendo Pow Block :…
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PODCAST: Akira Toriyama and His Impact on Video Games, Anime, & Pop Culture – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 382
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the loss of Akira Toriyama, famed creator of Dragon Ball and artist for franchises like Dragon Quest and Chrono Trigger as well as his importance, influence, and distinctive style. They also discuss Capcom’s new pay increase program, WB’s interesting live-service initiative, and…
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 220: AAA Studios are at a Financial Breaking Point
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein discuss the state of AAA development, the challenges facing mid-budget games, and what the industry could do to address layoffs, studio closures, and which companies appear largely unaffected.
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EXPANSION PASS: How Iwata’s Decision Helped Build a Future Foundation – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 92
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig talk about former Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata’s decision to cut his salary that made a foundational impact on Nintendo’s present and future.
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PODCAST: Celebrating Seven Years of Nintendo Switch and It’s Potential Future – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 381
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig celebrate seven years of the Nintendo Switch, discuss how Nintendo is planning its 2024 and beyond, the negatives of the emulation of current hardware, the massive amount of layoffs still hitting the industry, and the goal of making Pow Block a more meaningful…
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 219: Nintendo’s Partner Direct and Our Favorite Content Creators
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov, and Patrick Klein discuss their favorite content creators, streamers, and podcasters, why Uncharted felt ahead of its time, the Nintendo Partner Direct, and more.
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EXPANSION PASS: We’re Going to PAX East, What are We Doing? – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 91
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig talk about their upcoming team experience at PAX East 2024 in Boston and what they expect to try to do during the experience.
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PODCAST: Did the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Hit for Us? – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 380
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, new rumors on Nintendo’s next piece of hardware, the joys of moving and working, and more.
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BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 218: Has The Xbox Situation Changed our Mindset on Current Platforms?
This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov, and Patrick Klein discuss the state of Xbox ahead of the upcoming business event and how it might influence their views on Xbox and gaming platforms overall.
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EXPANSION PASS: Indies Made Nintendo Switch a Powerhouse – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 90
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss how indies made the Nintendo Switch a powerhouse and how its portable nature made these smaller titles perfect for on the go. The Vita walked so the Switch could run.
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PODCAST: Disney and Epic to Build a Universe Inside Fortnite and New Switch 2 Rumors – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 379
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the massive investment Disney has made in to Epic Games to build a universe inside Fortnite, Nintendo’s 2023 Financials, the new Switch 2 Rumors, and more.
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EXPANSION PASS: Will 2024 be a Supplemental Year for Nintendo Switch? – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 89
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss 2024 and how the release schedule so far feels like a supplemental library filler for the console.
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PODCAST: Looking at The Nintendo Switch’s Output Since Launch – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 378
On this evergreen episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss all of the first party games and major third party releases for the Nintendo Switch since the console launched in 2017.
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EXPANSION PASS: Nintendo Time Capsule for 3DS and Wii U – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 88
**Support Boss Rush on Patreon** On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss their favorite games for 3DS and Wii U and what they would put into the time capsule for gamers in the future. Email the Show:nintendopowblock@gmail.com Listen to Nintendo Pow Block:Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow and Connect:X (Formerly…
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PODCAST: The Xbox Developer_Direct from a Nintendo Point of View – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 377
On this evergreen episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss the Xbox Developer_Direct from a Nintendo fan’s point of view and how Xbox and Nintendo’s releases for the year can supplement each other well throughout 2024.
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EXPANSION PASS: Predicting the Next Nintendo Direct – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 87
**Support Boss Rush on Patreon** On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig sit down to predict the next Nintendo Direct. Will they be right? Email the Show:nintendopowblock@gmail.com Listen to Nintendo Pow Block:Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow and Connect:X (Formerly Twitter | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn Join Our Community:Discord | Facebook | LinkedIn Follow the Nintendo Pow Block : Thank…
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PODCAST: Cowgirl Peach Comes to Princess Peach Showtime! and Brings Pink Joy-Con – Nintendo Pow Block Episode 376
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss Princess Peach Showtime’s new costumes and abilities, the new rose pink Joy-Con controllers, Zelda II remake possibilities from Prince of Persia developer Ubisoft Montpellier, and more layoffs. Later in the episode, they answer a lot of listener questions.
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EXPANSION PASS: Pow Block’s Game of the Year Across All Consoles – Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass Episode 86
**Support Boss Rush on Patreon** On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig sit down to talk about their favorite video games across every platform and what their Game of the Year truly is for 2023. Email the Show:nintendopowblock@gmail.com Listen to Nintendo Pow Block:Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Follow and Connect:X (Formerly…
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