The All Things Nintendo Podcast

Super Metroid's 30th Anniversary

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian starts out by answering a couple of listener questions before inviting former Game Informer editor Bryan Vore on the show to break down the 30th anniversary of the legendary Super Metroid. The two talk about the history of the beloved SNES game and its legacy before ending with a discussion of their favorite Metroidvanias of all time.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Bryan on Twitter @bryan_vore.
A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.
If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to find like-minded listeners and submit your questions for the Inbox Q&A portions of the show.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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!
00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:54 – Inbox Q&A00:17:14 – Super Metroid 30th  Anniversary01:23:49 – Definitive Ranking: Metroidvanias01:36:03 – eShop Gem of the Week: We Love Katamari Reroll+ Royal Reverie
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email Brian@AllThingsNintendo.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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."

Virtual Console and Nintendo Switch Online

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian starts the episode by answering a few listener questions. Then, he's joined by Twitch streamer and the host of Nintendo Weekly, Trisha Hershberger. Together, they cover the week's news, go on several tangents about their gaming habits, and discuss the history of the Virtual Console and Nintendo Switch Online. 
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Trisha on Twitter @thatgrltrish. You can also find her on her official website.
A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.
If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to find like-minded listeners and submit your questions for the Inbox Q&A portions of the show.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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!
00:00:00 – Introduction00:01:15 – Inbox Q&A00:19:08 – Guest Intro00:22:56 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game00:46:59 – Stardew Valley Update 1.6 Patch Console Update00:58:10 – Sonic 3/Knuckles Streaming Show Details01:12:53 – The Rogue Prince of Persia, Slay the Spire II, Vampire Survivors DLC, Tchia01:18:42 – Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Trailer01:20:40 – History of Virtual Console and Switch Online01:53:15 – Definitive Ranking: Switch Online Games02:02:45 – eShop Gem of the Week: Celeste
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can join the All Things Nintendo Patreon page, email Brian@AllThingsNintendo.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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."

Grading Nintendo's First Quarter of 2024

Brian kicks off the show this week on All Things Nintendo by announcing the free Patreon page for All Things Nintendo and answering a listener question about reviewing games. Then, he is joined by Senior Editor at TheDirect.com and the host of Reckless Rebellion and Controller Club, Klein Felt. After doing First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game, the two dive into the news before handing out grades for Nintendo's first quarter of 2024. And since TheDirect.com covers a lot of superhero media, this week's Definitive Ranking is all about the best superhero games of all time.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Klein on Twitter @TheKleinFelt. 
You can also follow Klein's work on TheDirect.com and find Reckless Rebellion and Controller Club wherever you listen to this show!
A massive thanks to composer Tee Lopes for providing the theme song for All Things Nintendo! You can check him out at TeeLopesMusic.com or follow him on YouTube.
If you want to support All Things Nintendo, be sure to leave a review on your podcast platform of choice! You can also join the Patreon page to find like-minded listeners and submit your questions for the Inbox Q&A portions of the show.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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!
00:00:00 – Introduction00:01:09 – Patreon and Interactivity00:03:52 – Inbox Q&A: Reviewing Games00:14:02 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game00:23:56 – Working at TheDirect.com00:27:58 – X-Men ’97 Pays Homage to X-Men Arcade00:36:21 – Hollow Knight Silksong Gets Store Page00:43:06 – Uniqlo Tears of the Kingdom Collaboration00:48:09 – Game Informer Bracket Tournament Result00:54:36 – Nintendo First Quarter 2024 Report Card01:17:41 – Definitive Ranking: Superhero Games01:31:26 – eShop Gem of the Week: Backpack Hero
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email Brian@AllThingsNintendo.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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."

Splatoon 3 Side Order DLC Impressions, Pepper Grinder Review

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian gives a bit more information about the upcoming transition of the show to its independent format starting next week before Kyle Hilliard joins to cover news surrounding the Zelda movie, the third Sonic movie, and plenty more. Then, the two editors talk about their impressions from playing Splatoon 3: Side Order and Pepper Grinder, then end with a small celebration of the fifth anniversary of Yoshi's Crafted World.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleMHilliard and BlueSky: @KyleHilliard.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction00:08:12 – Game Informer Standalone Subscription00:13:27 – Layoffs Across Four Companies00:22:20 – Earthblade Delayed00:25:43 – Star Ocean: The Second Story R Patch00:27:35 – Sonic 3 Movie Wraps Filming00:34:40 – F-Zero Maximum Velocity Added to Switch's GBA Library00:39:45 – TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Sequel Possible?00:46:37 – Zelda Movie Director Talks About the Tone00:55:28 – Splatoon 3: Side Order Impressions01:01:34 – Pepper Grinder Impressions01:07:15 – Yoshi's Crafted World 5th Anniversary
f you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email Brian@AllThingsNintendo.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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."
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For Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Princess Peach Showtime Review, Contra: Operation Galuga Impressions | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, we give our impressions of several recent releases. The headliner of this episode is Kyle Hilliard's review of Princess Peach: Showtime, but Brian also has impressions of Contra: Operation Galuga and qomp2. And, of course, we'll catch up on all the latest news out of the world of Nintendo.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleMHilliard and BlueSky: @KyleHilliard.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction00:01:25 – Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Woes
00:08:19 – Tears of the Kingdom Figma Announced
00:16:30 – Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Wonder GDC Panels
00:27:14 – Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 Update from Konami
00:34:33 – GameInformer.com Reader Voted Greatest Game of All Time Update
00:39:04 – Princess Peach: Showtime! Review
01:02:29 – Contra: Operation Galuga Impressions
01:12:22 – qomp2 Impressions
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Our Pitches For The Next Mario Movie | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, we dive into all the news from the last week, including the Mario Day announcements. Then, in the main segment, Brian and Wes deliver their pitches for the plot of the newly announced second animated movie set in the world of Super Mario Bros.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Wesley on Twitter: @LeBlancWes.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:56 – Mario Day News
00:20:11 – World Video Game Hall of Fame Nominees
00:30:18 – Sea of Stars Adding Three-Player Co-op
00:35:20 – Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Roadmap
00:37:46 – New Emulator Hoping to Avoid Legal Troubles
00:42:33 – Summer Game Fest 2024 Dates Announced
00:49:00 – Pitching Stories for Second Mario Movie
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, message Brian on Instagram (@BrianPShea), or join 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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Unicorn Overlord Impressions, Show Update | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian starts the show by giving an update about the podcast's future. Then, he's joined by Marcus Stewart to run down the news, including paying tribute to the late Akira Toriyama. Finally, Matt Miller joins the episode to give his impressions of Unicorn Overlord, the latest game from Vanillaware.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Marcus on Twitter: @MarcusStewart7. You can follow Matt on Twitter: @MatthewRMiller.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:33 – Update on All Things Nintendo
00:08:52 – News Intro
00:12:56 – Akira Toriyama Passes Away
00:26:15 – TMNT: Mutants Unleashed Announced
00:32:46 – Mario Day Predictions/Rumors
00:40:32 – Princess Peach: Showtime Demo Available
00:48:32 – Warner Bros. Executive Doubles Down on Live-Service
00:59:25 – Tropic Haze Settles with Nintendo Over Emulators
01:06:00 – Temtem's Final Updates
01:10:37 – Toys for Bob Going Independent
01:14:50 – Unicorn Overlord Impressions
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, message Brian on Instagram (@BrianPShea), or join 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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Pokémon Day 2024, Penny’s Big Breakaway Impressions | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian starts by providing an update on the future of All Things Nintendo. Game Informer's Kyle Hilliard then joins him to break down all the news of Pokémon Day 2024 before they round out the show with Brian giving his hands-on impressions of the next game from the Sonic Mania developers, Penny's Big Breakaway.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleMHilliard and BlueSky: @KyleHilliard.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:41 – Game Informer Layoff/Future of ATN
00:10:20 – Hi-Fi Rush Switch 2 Rumor
00:14:21 – Arkham Knight Still a Mess on Switch
00:19:39 – Sega Acknowledges Launching Sonic Superstars at Wrong Time
00:28:57 – TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants Announced
00:34:22 – Pokémon Day 2024 Recap
00:51:53 – Penny's Big Breakaway Impressions
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, message Brian on Instagram (@BrianPShea), or join 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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Nintendo Direct Recap, Princess Peach: Showtime! Preview | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is first joined by Kyle Hilliard to recap all the news out of the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, as well as some news items that happened outside of that livestream. Then, Kyle leaves, and Alex Van Aken joins the episode to deliver his hands-on impressions of Princess Peach: Showtime! and an eShop Gem of the Week.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleMHilliard and BlueSky: @KyleHilliard. You can follow Alex Van Aken on Twitter @ItsVanAken.
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:45 – New Reports of Switch 2 Release Window
00:06:28 – Pokémon Presents Announced
00:11:47 – New Pokémon Concierge Episodes Coming
00:12:34 – Time Magazine Pokémon Covers
00:14:05 – Spirit Airlines Super Nintendo World Plane
00:16:18 – Mother 3 Coming to Japan Nintendo Switch Online
00:21:13 – Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Recap
00:54:37 – Listener Email About Epic Universe Theme Park
00:59:59 – Princess Peach: Showtime Preview
01:24:09 – eShop Gem of the Week: Balatro
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!

Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Review, Xbox Games Coming To Switch? | All Things Nintendo

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian and Kyle start the show by covering news surrounding Splatoon 3, Princess Peach: Showtime!, Sonic Superstars, Xbox's "business update," and more. Then, Charles joins the show to share his review of Mario vs. Donkey Kong, while Kyle talks about his experience with the Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection.
If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea or Twitter @BrianPShea. You can follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleMHilliard and BlueSky: @KyleHilliard. You can follow Charles on Twitter (@chuckduck365).
The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we 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, Google Podcasts, and YouTube.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:04:45 – Xbox's "Business Update"
00:20:01 – Splatoon 3 Side Order Expansion
00:24:58 – Princess Peach: Showtime New Trailer
00:27:42 – Shadow Costume in Sonic Superstars
00:30:58 – Zelda Orchestra/Splatoon 3 Rock Concerts
00:34:09 – DICE Awards 2024 Results
00:38:08 – Mario vs. Donkey Kong Review
00:47:14 – Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Impressions
If you'd like to get in touch with the All Things Nintendo podcast, you can email AllThingsNintendo@GameInformer.com, messaging Brian on Instagram (@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 Game Informer's other podcast, be sure to check out The Game Informer Show with hosts Alex Van Aken, Marcus Stewart, and Kyle Hilliard, which covers the weekly happenings of the video game industry!