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Wii U Games That Should Come To Switch In 2022 | All Things Nintendo

On this first 2022 episode of All Things Nintendo, we dive into the Wii U wasteland to see what we can possibly still salvage. With 2022 on the horizon, Brian invites former Game Informer editor and current MinnMax co-host and GameMill Entertainment marketer Kyle Hilliard on the show to chat about the biggest Wii U games that still haven't made the jump to Switch.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Kyle Hilliard (@KyleMHilliard)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:33 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:09:42 – Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity/Shin Megami Tensei V Sales
00:12:43 – Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Mystery Gift Event
00:13:40 – New Features and Content Coming to Cruis'n Blast?
00:16:17 – Switch N64 Controller
00:19:15 – Five Genesis Games Added to Switch Online Catalog
00:22:54 – Sonic Frontiers Original Release Plans
00:29:55 – When Will the First 2022 Nintendo Direct Be?
00:33:05 – The End of The Nintendo Minute
00:35:36 – Wii U Games That Wouldn't Make Sense on Switch
00:46:04 – Wii U Games We Want on Switch in 2022
01:04:55 – Definitive Ranking: Old Nintendo Games We Want on Switch
01:13:13 – eShop Gem of the Week: Iconoclasts
01:14:44 – Replies: Game History, Persona, and Mario Kart: Double Dash
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

Looking Ahead To 2022 | All Things Nintendo

With 2021 officially in the rear-view mirror, this week's episode of All Things Nintendo is all about looking ahead to 2022. With the upcoming year looking extremely stacked, Brian invites Game Informer creative director Jeff Akervik to talk about the biggest games scheduled to arrive on Switch in 2022.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Jeff Akervik (@JeffAkervik)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:02:01 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:23:47 – Working in Game Informer's Creative and Design Department
00:36:35 – The Most Anticipated Games of 2022
00:37:16 – Pokémon Legends: Arceus
00:43:38 – Dying Light 2: Stay Human
00:46:32 – OlliOlli World
00:48:05 – Triangle Strategy
00:50:02 – Chocobo GP
00:51:31 – Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
00:52:10 – Advance Wars 1+2: ReBoot Camp
00:55:13 – Kirby and the Forgotten Land
00:58:41 – Bayonetta 3
01:00:33 – Splatoon 3
01:04:02 – Card Shark
01:04:30 – Marvel's Midnight Suns
01:06:04 – The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Sequel
01:12:38 – Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
01:13:44 – TemTem
01:13:57 – Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
01:14:33 – Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope
01:17:20 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
01:19:27 – Two Point Campus
01:19:59 – Blossom Tales 2: The Minotaur Prince
01:20:30 – Metal Slug Tactics
01:20:52 – What About Metroid Prime 4 and Overwatch 2?
01:24:18 – What About Mario?
01:26:43 – Definitive Ranking: Switch Games of 2021
01:39:22 – eShop Gem of the Week: Gris
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

The Best Of 2021 | All Things Nintendo

This episode of All Things Nintendo is devoted to looking back at the best that 2021 had to offer in the world of Nintendo. Join Brian as he runs down the categories, nominees, and winners of the podcast's inaugural awards. Following the announcement of each award winner, Brian invites a colleague of his to chat about why that game deserved to win the award that it did.
If you'd like to follow Brian on Twitter, you can do so at @BrianPShea.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:57 – Best Action Game
00:05:33 – Best RPG
00:09:46 – Best Platforming Game
00:14:26 – Best Sports Game
00:19:05 – Best Indie Game
00:23:12 – Best Multiplayer Game
00:27:41 – Best Remake or Remaster
00:31:44 – Best Content Updates
00:37:58 – Most Wanted Game for Switch
00:42:28 – Best Third-Party Game
00:48:56 – Best Nintendo Game
00:53:49 – Definitive Ranking
01:00:03 – eShop Gem of the Week: BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

The Evolution And Future Of Mario Games | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by Game Informer community member Nolan Filter to talk about the Mario series' evolution. After discussing the new Christmas movie, 8-Bit Christmas on HBO Max, and running down all the latest Nintendo-related news, Brian chats with Nolan about his grad-school research paper on the evolution of Mario's gameplay mechanics and about what they would like to see from Nintendo's flagship franchise in the future.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Nolan Filter (@NolanFilter), Nolan's upcoming game, Silly Seance (@SillySeance)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:38 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:12:20 – Airing of Grievance/Pro Travel Tip for Switch
00:16:00 – 8-Bit Christmas Spoiler-Free Review
00:25:23 – Switch and Shin Megami Tensei V Sales Numbers
00:26:47 – New Pokémon Legends: Arceus Trailer and Info
00:32:18 – Nintendo Indie World Presentation
00:38:09 – Switch End-of-Year Player Stats
00:40:27 – The Evolution of Mario's Mechanics
01:00:33 – What Could Be Next for Mario?
01:13:58 – Super Mario Run's 5th Anniversary
01:17:15 – Definitive Ranking: Mario Bosses
01:28:00 – eShop Gem of the Week: Sumer
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

Nintendo’s Biggest 2021 Anniversaries, The Game Awards | All Things Nintendo

On this week's All Things Nintendo, we've got a super-sized episode for you! Brian is joined by the Video Game History Foundation's Kelsey Lewin to talk about the historical significance of several games that celebrated milestone anniversaries in 2021. The two also chat about Kelsey's work with the Foundation, as well as what it's like running the oldest retro game shop in Seattle. Following that discussion, Brian is joined by Game Informer video editor Alex Stadnik to react to The Game Awards.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Kelsey Lewin (@kelslewin), Alex Stadnik (@studnik76)
You can also follow Pink Gorilla Games (@PinkGorillaLLC) and the Video Game History Foundation (@GameHistoryOrg)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:20 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:12:01 – Kelsey's Journey to the Games Industry
00:15:55 – Video Game History Foundation and Pink Gorilla Games
00:39:24 – The Retro Game Boom
00:45:45 – The Biggest Nintendo Anniversaries of 2021
00:46:33 – Donkey Kong for Arcade/Nintendo's Origins in Gaming
00:59:40 – The Legend of Zelda Franchise
01:06:52 – Pokémon Go
01:17:23 – Pokémon Franchise
01:25:15 – Wii
01:36:43 – Nintendo 64
01:42:21 – Sonic the Hedgehog, Sega, and the Console War
01:46:15 – Paper Mario Now on Switch
01:47:13 – Ocarina of Time Fan Remake in Unreal Engine 5
01:49:13 – Definitive Ranking: Classic Games on Switch
01:55:11 – eShop Gem of the Week: Moon
01:58:41 – The Game Awards Reaction
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

The eShop Gems Of The Year: 2021 Edition | All Things Nintendo

As we approach the end of 2021, every podcast and major outlet is starting to reflect on the best the year had to offer. This week, Brian invites Game Informer associate editor Jill Grodt to talk about the best indie games that came to Switch over the course of 2021. The pair runs down a ton of indie games you can find on the eShop, giving you a wide variety of titles to help you potentially find something new that you might have missed earlier in the year.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Jill Grodt (@Finruin)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:36 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:06:53 – Why Are Indie Games Rarely "Favorite Games of All Time"?
00:15:02 – Jill Grodt's "Fall for Indies" Column
00:18:43 – The eShop Gems of the Year
00:20:22 – Blue Fire
00:21:58 – Unpacking
00:26:48 – Death's Door
00:29:40 – Unsighted
00:31:50 – Toem
00:36:07 – Lost in Random
00:41:14 – Dodgeball Academia
00:43:31 – Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion
00:45:43 – The Forgotten City
00:50:10 – The Binding of Isaac: Repentance
00:53:29 – Hoa
00:56:31 – Griftlands
00:57:55 – Dreamscaper
01:01:57 – Eastward
01:04:11 – Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights
01:05:28 – Loop Hero
01:09:18 – Tails of Iron
01:11:06 – Olija
01:12:31 – Wytchwood
01:18:12 – Definitive Ranking: Upcoming Indie Games
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

The Holiday 2021 Nintendo Gift Guide | All Things Nintendo

With the U.S. celebrating Thanksgiving this week, today marks the official start of holiday shopping season. This week, host Brian Shea is joined by Game Informer editor-in-chief Andrew Reiner to offer up several great options for the Nintendo fan in your life.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Andrew Reiner (@Andrew_Reiner)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:56 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:14:30 – Pokémon Go Ed Sheeran Concert
00:16:46 – Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition Problems
00:19:18 – Analogue Pocket Release Update
00:26:12 – Gift Guide: Which Switch Console is Right for You?
00:30:11 – Gift Guide: Family-Friendly Games
00:44:37 – Gift Guide: More Serious/Long-Term Games
00:56:06 – Gift Guide: Nintendo Merchandise and Peripherals
01:12:53 – Definitive Ranking: Gaming Gifts We've Received
01:21:21 – eShop Gems of the Week: Golf Story & Goblin Sword
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

Pokémon Remakes | All Things Nintendo

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are out now. However, if you listened to episode two of All Things Nintendo, we already extensively covered what these remakes bring to the table. Instead of retreading old ground, this episode shifts the focus to the Pokémon series' long-standing tradition of bringing remade versions of its older games to modern platforms. Host Brian Shea invites fellow Game Informer editor John Carson back to retrace the history of Pokémon remakes before getting some final thoughts on Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter, hit the following links: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), John Carson (@John_Carson)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:02:12 – GameCube and Wii Anniversaries
00:11:26 – Switch Continues Strong Sales
00:13:39 – Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Update 2.0
00:17:02 – Twitch is on Switch
00:18:56 – Sonic Coming to Monster Hunter Rise
00:21:02 – Dragon Ball: The Breakers
00:22:46 – Ed Sheeran Coming to Pokémon Go
00:25:22 – Legendaries from Older Games in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
00:28:52 – Pokémon Remakes Intro
00:31:24 – Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen
00:37:33 – Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver
00:41:49 – Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
00:45:36 – Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu and Eevee
00:51:52 – Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
01:00:59 – Definitive Ranking: Nintendo Remakes
01:08:52 – eShop Gem of the Week: Picross S6 Genesis & Master System Edition
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 And Happy Home Paradise Impressions | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, we're diving deep into our impressions of the new Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 free update and Happy Home Paradise paid expansion. Host Brian Shea is joined by Game Informer production director Margaret Andrews to chat about their early impressions of the new additions to the wildly popular game. Unfortunately, this episode was recorded earlier in the week than usual, so we skipped the news portion of the show.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Margaret Andrews (@sopheava)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:42 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:09:34 – Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 Free Update
00:34:10 – Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise
00:47:49 – Definitive Ranking: Animal Crossing Villagers
00:53:24 – eShop Gem of the Week: Spiritfarer
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!

Shin Megami Tensei V, Delayed Games, Favorite Nintendo RPGs | All Things Nintendo

This week's episode of All Things Nintendo is coming out on time. However, many of the games we discuss will not be doing the same. While this week's big topic is Shin Megami Tensei V (out next week), the theme in our quick-hit news segment is pretty obvious: game delays. Host Brian Shea is joined by Game Informer features editor Kimberley Wallace to talk about all the delays and to chat about what this newest entry to the SMT series brings to the table.
If you'd like to follow the people from this episode on Twitter: Brian Shea (@brianpshea), Kimberley Wallace (@kstar1785)
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we can celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
Be sure to subscribe to All Things Nintendo on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:00 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game
00:11:25 – Nintendo Closing Some North American Offices
00:14:30 – Nintendo Making Fewer Switch Consoles
00:16:25 – Switch Lifetime Sales and Top 10-Selling Games
00:21:15 – Delay #1: Sol Cresta
00:22:48 – Delay #2: Overwatch 2
00:28:45 – Delay #3: Pokémon Trading Card Game Live
00:30:11 – Delay #4: Marvel's Midnight Suns
00:32:55 – Could Smash Bros. Continue Without Sakurai?
00:42:17 – The Binding of Isaac Repentance Surprise Launch
00:44:31 – Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 and Happy Home Paradise Out Now
00:44:44 – Shin Megami Tensei V
01:17:17 – Definitive Ranking: Nintendo RPGs
01:31:39 – eShop Gem of the Week: Corpse Party
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can do so by emailing AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, tweeting to Brian (@BrianPShea), or by joining the official Game Informer Discord server. You can do that by linking your Discord account to your Twitch account and subscribing to the Game Informer Twitch channel. From there, find the All Things Nintendo channel under "Community Spaces."
For more Game Informer podcasts, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry, and Video Gameography with host Ben Reeves, which explores the history of video games – one series at a time!