Nintendo Voice Chat

Is Switch 2’s Second Year Starting Off Strong? - NVC 819 03.07.2026 1год 29хв

After the Splatoon Raiders Direct, Rhythm Heaven Groove’s release, and another week with Star Fox, Switch 2’s summer is starting to fully take shape. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, Miranda Sanchez, and Seth Macy as they discuss if Switch 2’s sophomore year is off to a good start. Plus, following PlayStation’s bombshell news that it’s ending physical game production in 2028, the panel discusses what that means for the future of games ownership and if Nintendo will ever follow suit. Stick around to hear about Mario Kart World’s latest update and a potential leak of a big first-party Switch 2 game at the very end of the show. 00:00:00 - Intro & Splatoon Raiders 00:16:46 - Will Nintendo Ever Abandon Cartridges 00:33:50 - Rhythm Heaven Groove 00:47:08 - Star Fox 01:01:38 - Switch 2 2026 Lineup So Far 01:13:59 - Mario Kart World Update 01:15:48 - Switch 2 Game Leak 01:25:23 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Star Fox Is One of the Best Switch 2 Games So Far - NVC 818 26.06.2026 1год 40хв

We need your help, Star Fox! This week, join Logan “Slippy” Plant, Brian “Leon” Altano, Seth “Wolf” Macy, and Jada “Fox” Griffin as they break down Jada’s review of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss the improved graphics and cutscenes, the brand new challenge and multiplayer modes, and whether this remake is worth the $50 price tag. Plus, they discuss where the franchise should go from here, and if this is the Star Fox revival that will finally stick. Then, stick around for impressions of the Rhythm Heaven Groove demo, new thoughts from Logan and Brian on their current Ocarina of Time playthroughs, Seth’s thoughts on Link’s Awakening on Switch 2, and a conversation about the all-time must-play Nintendo games, from NES to now. 00:00:00 - Star Fox Review Discussion 00:45:06 - Rhythm Heaven Groove 00:51:00 - Dark Scrolls 00:53:36 - Ocarina of Time 01:05:09 - Link's Awakening 01:13:50 - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales 01:16:32 - Question Block: Must Play Nintendo Games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ocarina of Time: Faithful Remake or Reimagining? - NVC 817 16.06.2026 1год 23хв

We can’t stop thinking about Ocarina of Time. This week, join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they discuss their thoughts on the upcoming remake one week later, including impressions of the new art style, a discussion on if Nintendo showed too little for the initial reveal, thoughts on how much Nintendo plans to change, and a lot more. Then, they move into final thoughts on last week’s Nintendo Direct, including pricing for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, concerns about Splatoon Raiders, and hands-on impressions of Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Pictonico, DK Challenge, and a lot more. 00:00:00 - Intro & Ocarina of Time Remake 00:34:51 - Lies of Pi 00:37:02 - Nintendo Switch Sports 00:39:59 - Xenoblade Genesis 00:41:28 - Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave 00:43:07 - Splatoon Raiders 00:48:48 - Rhythm Heaven Groove Hands-on 00:54:40 - Starfox Demo Impressions 01:03:04 - Dysmantle 01:05:58 - FF7 Remake 01:08:20 - Pictonico! 01:12:50 - DK Challenge 01:17:47 - Alarmo New DLC, Nintendo Music Updates, & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nintendo Direct Reactions: The Ocarina of Time Remake Gave Us Goosebumps - NVC 816 09.06.2026 54хв

The big June Nintendo Direct aired this morning, and it gave us first looks at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Xenoblade Genesis, and a lot more! Plus, Square Enix brought Kingdom Hearts 4 and a gorgeous HD-2D Final Fantasy game. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Nick Limon as they react to all the big announcements from the 50-minute show, talk about how leaks deflate the hype of a moment like this, and a lot more. Plus, thoughts on achievements (kind of) coming to Switch, Splatoon Raiders, The Duskbloods, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can You Guess Iconic Nintendo SFX? | IGN Live 2026 - NVC 815 07.06.2026 25хв

The Nintendo Voice Chat crew are playing a little game - can they recognize famous Nintendo characters from just their sound effects? The pressure is on. Play along at home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mina the Hollower Interview: Burrowing Into Yacht Club’s Masterpiece - NVC 814 27.05.2026 1год 7хв

Mina the Hollower is a 10/10 masterpiece on IGN, and this week, some of the folks behind Yacht Club’s latest triumph are here to talk all about making Mina over the last six years. Logan Plant and Brian Altano are joined by designer Sean Velasco and programmer David D’Angelo, and they dive into Mina’s intricate world design, fast-paced combat, clever puzzle-solving, and a whole lot more. You’ll learn about Yacht Club’s huge attention to detail in NPC interactions, item placement, movement, and everything else that went into making Mina the Hollower one of our favorite games in a very long time. Plus, David and Sean share their biggest Nintendo inspirations, from heavy hitters like Zelda: A Link to the Past, to deeper cuts like Mole Mania. Light spoiler warning: The conversation is spoiler-free, but if you don’t want to see any of Mina’s areas or bosses, we recommend just listening to this episode, or coming back after you’ve experienced her adventure for yourself. #MinaTheHollower #yachtclubgames #gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Is Video Game Bubble Wrap - NVC 813 22.05.2026 1год 6хв

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is the latest Switch 2 exclusive, and this week's NVC is all about breaking down what works and what doesn't in this experimental platformer. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, Nick Limon, and Kinda Funny's Tim Gettys as Tom and Tim talk about their uneven experiences with Yoshi, including how making discoveries for the first time is charming, but there's not much joy left to find after each box has been checked. Plus, the panel talks about Yoshi's identity crisis and how this risky direction doesn't quite solve the problems the series has faced over the last 30 years. Stick around to hear about Pictonico, that weird new mobile WarioWare-like game coming next week, and Nick's trip to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, Japan. 00:00:00 - Intro & Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review Discussion 00:46:10:09 - Pictonico! 00:52:53:47 - Nintendo Museum & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Now’s the Time to Buy a Switch 2 - NVC 812 15.05.2026 1год 34хв

The Switch 2 is officially getting a price increase this September, but there’s still time to avoid the price hike. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they talk about what the price increase means for Switch 2’s future, the new bundle that softens the blow for people ready to pick up the hardware now, and why Nintendo needs to introduce a Switch 2 Lite. Plus, more information from Nintendo’s quarterly financial report, including big numbers for Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, a very slow start for Mario Tennis Fever, and the final totals for Switch 2’s impressive first year on the market. Stick around for a ton of thoughts on Star Fox, including why we’re totally okay with it being another Star Fox 64 remake. Finally, we talk about what we’re playing, including Mixtape, Zelda: Twilight Princess, and the Best Buy kiosk demo for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Logan drove there after work just for you, dear listener. 00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo's Quarterly Financial Report 00:31:09 - Takashi Tezuka is retiring 00:33:00 - The Star Fox Remake 01:01:12 - What We're Playing: Twilight Princess 01:08:57 - Mixtape 01:19:01 - Shogun Showdown 01:23:06 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 01:28:18 - Mina The Hollower & Outro Join the IGN Discord: https://discord.gg/43XkkFSG3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Surprise Star Fox Remake Looks Incredible - NVC 811 07.05.2026 29хв

In a VERY surprising Nintendo Direct, Star Fox 64 is getting the remake treatment with a brand new Switch 2 game simply dubbed, Star Fox. This remake is a complete overhaul of the original with brand new graphics and cutscenes as well as mouse controls, an expanded campaign mode, challenge mode, and a very strange but VERY nintendo AR mode where you can turn your face into one of the games pilots for online play across GameChat. Nick and Brian give all their thoughts and reactions to one of Nintendos most suprising and abrupt announcements in years. This weeks show was hosted by Brian Altano and Nick Limon, it was produced by Nick Maillet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ranking Every Yoshi Game - NVC 810 01.05.2026 1год 11хв

With Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on the way this month, it’s time to rank every Yoshi platformer in Nintendo history. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they talk about the highs of the original Yoshi’s Island on Super Nintendo, to the lows of spinoffs and reboots that came after, to the return to greatness with Yoshi’s Woolly World and Crafted World. Then, hear about what we’re playing, including Vampire Crawlers and Kid Icarus: Uprising, and stick around as we tackle your listener questions at the end of the show in Question Block. 00:19 - Intro / games excluded from ranking 02:46 - Ranking the Yoshi Games 41:52 - Games we're playing 52:28 - Question Block This week's show is hosted by Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy, and is produced by Tom Jorgensen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Years of 3DS: Celebrating Nintendo’s Last True Handheld Era - NVC 809 24.04.2026 1год 32хв

Our beloved Nintendo 3DS turned 15 years old this year, and we’re celebrating by dedicating this week’s episode to one of our favorite Nintendo systems of all time. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they reflect on the troubled launch of the 3DS, features they miss like StreetPass and Badge Arcade, the best games on the system like Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Monster Hunter, and Kid Icarus: Uprising, and a lot more. Then, stick around as the panel breaks down this week’s trailers for Splatoon Raiders and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and hear our thoughts after one week with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. 00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo 3DS turned 15 01:02:14 - Splatoon Raiders Impressions 01:11:25 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 01:17:51 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (One Week Later) #3ds #nintendo #gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomodachi Life Is Hilarious, But It Makes One Huge Mistake - NVC 808 17.04.2026 1год 34хв

We’re living the dream this week on Nintendo Voice Chat, as the next Tomodachi Life entry is finally here. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Miranda Sanchez as Logan and Miranda talk about their 35+ hours in Nintendo’s quirky, hilarious life sim. From the huge fight between Samus Aran and Reggie Fils-Aimé, to the best things we created just to see what would unfold, we talk about our favorite parts of Living the Dream. The game is a blast, but its lack of sharing Miis, creations, and screenshots puts a dark cloud over the whole thing. Later, the crew answers your Question Block submissions, including their favorite games that caused them to take notes, and a discussion on if Nintendo is doing enough to appeal to younger audiences in the age of Fortnite and Roblox. 00:00:00 - Intro & Tomodachi Life Review Discussion 00:30:37 - What's Missing from Tomodachi Life? 00:49:10 - What We're Playing - Graveyard Keeper 00:52:53 - Deadzone: Rogue 00:56:55 - UFO 50: Physical Edition 01:01:04 - Question Block! & Outro #nintendo #tomodachilife #gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rumored Ocarina of Time Remake: Everything We Want - NVC 807 10.04.2026 1год 22хв

The Nintendo world keeps talking about the rumored Ocarina of Time remake, and this week, the NVC crew is weighing in with their thoughts. Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they talk about the storm of information from leaker Nate the Hate, and what direction Nintendo should take if it chooses to remake one of its most iconic Zelda games. Then, Jada is playing Pokemon Champions and talks about its disappointing start, but potential for growth in the future. Plus, Rhythm Heaven Groove gets a release date and we show off some fun Pokemon Pokopia builds from the community. Finally, it’s Reb’s last week at IGN, and we give her a big, heartfelt sendoff as she leaves the show. We love you, Reb! 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Are we Getting an Ocarina of Time Remake? 27:03 - Pokemon Champions Has Potential After A Dissapointing Start 43:30 - We are Groovin for a New Rhythm Heaven 52:34 - Pokemon Pokopia 01:07:50 - Goodbye Reb! This weeks show is Hosted by Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin and is produced by Nick Maillet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Logan, Peer, and Brian Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Spoiler-Free!) - NVC 806 03.04.2026 1год 34хв

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now, and we’ve all seen it! This week, join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they dive into their spoiler-free impressions of the second (or third, technically?) Mario movie. Is it better than the first? How are Yoshi and Rosalina? And what about Fox McCloud’s crazy inclusion? Then, the trio dives into their full spoiler impressions. Plus, hear about Brian’s trip to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto and his interview with Shigeru Miyamoto, more thoughts on Mario Wonder’s Switch 2 expansion, and our pitches for a Star Fox comeback following recent rumors of a series revival. 00:00:00 - Intro & Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review 00:22:00 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie (SPOILERS) 00:37:32 - Shigeru Miyamoto Interview & The Nintendo Museum 00:59:35 - The Nintendo Leaks and the Future of Star Fox 01:14:19 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park Impressions 01:21:57 - Zelda Tears of the Kingdom art book coming to the West 01:22:30 - Tomodachi Life & Outro #supermariogalaxymovie #nintendo #gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mario Wonder’s Bellabel Park Is the First Great Nintendo Switch 2 Expansion - NVC 805 26.03.2026 51хв

The next Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is here, and it’s the best one yet! This week, Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine break down Logan’s review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, which has great co-op multiplayer challenges, fantastic Koopaling boss fights, and a lot more. Then, two big new overview trailers for upcoming Switch games: Pokemon Champions and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Logan has played a few hours of Tomodachi Life, and he shares quirky stories from his island so far. Finally, a couple big Nintendo news stories: physical Switch 2 games are getting a price increase in the U.S., and Nintendo is reportedly slowing down Switch 2 production. This weeks show is hosted by Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine, and is produced by Nick Maillet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judging YOUR Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 804 20.03.2026 1год 41хв

Is Double Dash the worst Mario Kart? Is Nintendo out of ideas for Zelda games? Are $80 games actually a reason to like Nintendo? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they react to your Nintendo hot takes! There are so many we aren’t able to get to, but thank you so much to all the Super Ninfriendos who took the time to write in. Plus, the new Switch 2 update is a game changer for backwards compatibility in handheld mode, Reb interviewed the developers of Donkey Kong Bananza at GDC, and a lot more. 00:00:00 - Intro & Mario Kart Double Dash is the Worst Mario Kart 00:06:20 - Mario Sunshine is the best 3D Mario 00:12:14 - Star Fox 64 00:16:05 - Nintendo Online Prices are Fair 00:27:08 - Pokemon battle gimmicks need to stop. 00:33:58 - Nintendo President Should Not Be a Mascot 00:35:18 - Zelda Open World Games Vs. Traditional 00:49:39 - Super Mario Galaxy vs. Oddessey 00:53:24 - Donkey Kong Old Look vs New 00:54:46 - Mario 3D vs 2D 01:02:11 - Switch New Online Update Details 01:13:09 - Reb's Donkey Kong Bananza GDC Interview 01:18:16 - Hot Take: Old Gen Pokemon Should be Retrired 01:24:54 - Hot Take: Nintendo Does Not Need An Online Service Similar to Xbox 01:28:29 - GDC Games (Elden Ring, Kena, HOA 2, Mouse P.I. For Hire) 01:31:50 - Mina The Hollower, Colorbound, Toem 2, Jigrift & Outro #nintendo #gaming #ign Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 803 13.03.2026 1год 21хв

Should Zelda be gritty and mature? Is the Switch the most important console of all time? And why is everyone always talking about the next Nintendo Direct? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they share their Nintendo hot takes and judge each other for them. Next week, we’ll be talking about YOUR Nintendo hot takes, so be sure to email them to nvc@ign.com to be a part of the show. After things cool down, the guys discuss the wonders of Pokemon Pokopia and why it’s one of the best Switch 2 exclusives so far, and the new trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. 00:00:00 - Intro & Mario Movie is Ruining Nintendo's Legacy 00:13:07 - Nintendo Directs vs. Nintendo at E3 00:21:31 - Nintendo Direct Discourse Sucks 00:28:50 - Nintendo Does Not Need a Online Ecosystem Similar to Xbox 00:34:09 - Majora's Mask isn't a very good game 00:41:13 - Animal Crossing Now is a Different Genre to the Original 00:49:16 - Pokémon Pokopia Impressions 01:10:41:38 - Yosh and the Mysterious Book & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pokemon Pokopia Is the Best Pokemon Game in Years - NVC 802 06.03.2026 1год 27хв

Pokemon Pokopia is here, and it’s amazing! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as Reb talks about her 60+ hours in Pokopia so far and why it’s a must-have Switch 2 game. From the excellent building and customization to the fun, cozy loop of finding new Pokemon and creating homes for them, we break down everything that makes Pokopia a special Pokemon spinoff. Then, Brian and Logan talk about the horrors of Resident Evil Requiem, and the panel breaks down the best games from the Indie World showcase, including Minishoot Adventures, Blue Prince, and Rotwood. 00:00:00 - Intro & Pokemon Pokopia Review Discussion 00:20:30 - Pokemon Pokopia Story Discussion (Spoilers) 00:30:24 - Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves 00:40:30 - Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen 00:45:49 - Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Edition 00:57:47 - Indie World ShowCase: Minishoot Adventures 01:08:33 - Blue Prince 01:13:57 - Rotwood 01:15:16 - Nintendo announces its Mario Day plans 01:20:50 - New Amiibos & Outro #nintendo #pokemonpokopia #gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pokemon Winds and Waves First Reactions - NVC 801 27.02.2026 55хв

Pokemon Winds and Waves are the new games for Pokemon’s 10th generation, officially revealed as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebration. This week on NVC, join Logan Plant, Casey DeFreitas, Miranda Sanchez, and Nick Limon as they react to the first trailer for the pair of Switch 2 exclusive games. From the new region, to the trio of starter Pokemon, there’s a lot to break down! Plus, they talk about everything else from the Pokemon Presents, including FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch, Pokemon Pokopia coming to Switch 2 next week, and a lot more. 00:00:00 - Intro & Pokemon Winds and Waves 00:16:23 - FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch 00:26:46 - Pokemon Pokopia 00:33:13 - Game Boy Jukebox 00:40:17 - Gale of Darkness 00:47:35 - Pokemon Worlds in SF & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Time for Zelda to Say Goodbye to the Breath of the Wild Era - NVC 800 20.02.2026 1год 26хв

It’s The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary this week, so we’re turning our attention to where the next big 3D entry should go following Tears of the Kingdom. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Sam Claiborn as they discuss what they want from the next open world Zelda, including a refreshed art style, a new take on the light world/dark world mechanic, and ideas for twists on the classic good vs. evil tale. But before they get into all that, the Virtual Boy library is now available on Nintendo Switch Online, and we’re so excited that we can finally play this long lost library of Nintendo games. Sam shows off his original Virtual Boy console and game library, and Logan and Seth talk about jumping in for the very first time in 2026. Later, we talk about Sam’s hands-on time with the new Pokemon pinball machine, Reb’s huge Stardew Valley interview, Seth’s thoughts on Mario Tennis Fever, and the shadowdrop of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. 00:00:00 - Intro & Virtual Boy 00:22:59 - The Legend of Zelda’s 40th Anniversary 00:48:30 - Pokemon Pinball & Stardew Valley 01:10:08 - Mario Tennis Fever 01:19:45 - Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices