The NXpress Nintendo Podcast
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Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Switch Review
This week on the NXpress Nintendo Podcast, Cameron Daxon, Marc Kaliroff, Campbell Gill, and Goomba Stomp writer James Cook review what may be the perfect Switch port–13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. Before getting to that, though, the hosts react to the long, drawn-out, excruciatingly painful death of E3. With the recent announcement that no in-person or virtual conference will be held this year, does this mean that E3 is finally gone forever? What will the industry look like without the annual summer extravaganza that was E3 in its glory days? The gang has thoughts!
Next up, James and Cameron take the spotlight to review the new Switch port of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. One of 2020’s best cult classics, 13 Sentinels is a mind-bending experience that defies easy explanation–but that doesn’t keep James and Cameron from trying. Between its mech-based combat and extraordinarily in-depth narrative, there’s plenty to love in this meaty package–and best of all, it holds up fantastically on Switch. Marc and Cameron close the show with an indie spotlight on the beautiful but underwhelming narrative-driven indie A Memoir Blue, a slender package that may leave players wanting more.
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Playlist:LFXIV – NXpress Intro00:43 – Talking Point: E3 2022 Canceled“Brat Overflow” – 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim21:10 – Main Event: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Review“Isoleucine” – 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim56:02 – Indie Spotlight: A Memoir Blue“Bright Days Ahead” – 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
Nxpress Nintendo Podcast 235: E3 Predictions Extravaganza!
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
This week on the NXpress Nintendo Podcast, Cameron Daxon, Marc Kaliroff, and Campbell Gill ring in the E3 season with an episode jam-packed with official Nintendo E3 predictions! The stakes are high: each host has seven predictions about what the Big N will debut during its showcase on June 15, and whoever gets the most guesses right will find himself the owner of a shiny new eShop card. The predictions and projections that follow are truly anyone’s game – will Nintendo release a new WarioWare, remake a classic Fire Emblem title, reveal one (or even two) new characters for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, offer a fresh look at the world of Splatoon 3, or even debut a line of branded clothing? Everything’s on the table as the gang tosses out a mix of plausible and fantastical hypotheses. Who will come out on top as the prophet of Nintendo’s E3? Only time will tell, so be sure to harass the host of your choice on Twitter after all is revealed at Nintendo’s direct!
After the showdown comes to an end, Cameron shines an indie spotlight on the indie Umurangi Generation, a title that has already amassed a cult following on PC and has finally made the jump over to Nintendo’s hybrid console. Unabashed in its politics and daring in its messaging, Cameron lavishes praise on Umurangi Generation for creating a compelling and innovative experience that calls back to classic properties like Metal Gear Solid and even Neon Genesis Evangelion in many ways.
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Playlist:LFXIV – NXpress Intro00:40 – Main Event: E3 Predictions Showdown“Calamity Ganon – Phase 2” – The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild52:40 – Indie Spotlight: Umurangi Generation“Epilogue” – The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Friday Jun 04, 2021
Friday Jun 04, 2021
Poyo! This week on the NXpress Nintendo Podcast, Cameron Daxon, Marc Kaliroff, and Campbell Gill are joined by Eliza of Kirby Informer to talk about everyone’s favorite pink all-consuming monstrosity and begin predicting Nintendo’s biggest direct of the year. The gang starts by asking Eliza about her experience developing and managing Kirby Informer, the world’s foremost destination for Kirby fans trying to get their hands on elusive merchandise or stay up-to-date with the latest news about the Big N’s wholesome platforming series. Then, Marc takes the stage to review the newly-released Kirby Manga Mania, a sometimes surprisingly wild yet ultimately engaging retelling of the adventures of Dream Land’s hero. Perhaps it shows its 90s-era age in some respects, but it still promises to delight modern fans.
Moving away from the mania of Kirby’s manga adaptation, the Main Event turns toward the unanswerable question: what does Nintendo have in store for E3 2021? Even attempting to answer that question will result in inevitable disappointment, but the gang gives it a shot anyway. All the hosts voice their opinions and predictions for what they believe, hope, and dream will appear, from reasonably safe ideas like new Animal Crossing New Horizon updates to more outlandish ideas like brand-new Zelda spinoffs. Things get heated as to whether those ever-evasive titles like Metroid Prime 4 or Breath of the Wild 2 or even a Super Mario Party sequel will make a debut, but ultimately, there should be lots for fans to hype up in the run up to Nintendo’s big showcase. Lastly, Cameron shines an Indie Spotlight on a game with possibly the most fun name of the year, Pecaminosa. Perhaps it isn’t as fun to play, but this noir-driven action title still offers something to love for genre fans in its heavily distinctive atmosphere.
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Playlist:LFXIV – NXpress Intro00:40 – Kirby Manga Mania Review“Title” – Kirby Right Back At Ya’19:37 – Main Event: Nintendo E3 Predictions“Castle Dedede” – Kirby’s Epic Yarn46:43 – Indie Spotlight: Pecaminosa“The Legendary Air Ride Machine” – Kirby Air Ride
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
NXpress Nintendo Podcast #169: E3 2019 Nintendo Direct!
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
Outside of getting one's hands on that much-anticipated game, it's hard to point to a more exciting time of the year for fans than when the day of Nintendo's E3 Direct finally arrives. We here at the NXpress Nintendo Podcast definitely get hyped — not only for seeing some of our hopes and dreams come to gaming life, but also so that we know what we'll be talking about for the next few months! With that said, this week Rick, Tim, and Patrick are joined by Goomba Stomp writer Zack Rezac to pore over 2019's presentation, judging it on both entertainment value and quality of content, then riffing a bit on what our favorite (or least favorite) moments were.
Was this year's presentation pleasantly efficient, or did we miss some of the old, corny charm? Did Nintendo knock it out of the park as far as games, with something for everyone? Or did they fizzle out a bit by showing too many ports? Sure, there weren't exactly a ton of surprises, but was that one enough? (You know what we mean.) Finally, what trailers for already announced games got us more excited than we had previously been? The guys definitely have some differing opinions this time out, so have a listen!
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
NXpress Nintendo Podcast #168: 'Pokemon Sword' and 'Shield' Direct
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
I hope you're in the mood for Pokemon! This week, Tim and Patrick have a one-on-one about the latest announcements for the franchise, including last week's press conference and the brand-new Direct. First up on the topic, Tim does his best to explain to Patrick how Pokemon Home might work, what the heck Pokemon Sleep is, and why fighting trainers in a new mobile game could be cool. After that, the two tackle the Direct, debating which of the two legendary cover pokemon looks the best, where the new Dynamax mechanic ranks on the list of Pokemon gameplay additions, Tim's dream of giant monster raids coming (mostly) to life, and how the world is visually shaping up. Are we excited for this latest iteration? You'll have to listen in to find out!
Before all the Pokemon gab, however, the guys talk about what they've been playing lately, and muse over the value of certain indies and smaller Nintendo games. Somewhere along the way, Sam Raimi's Drag Me to Hell is discussed; it's a weird tangent.
For all this and more, tune in!
Sunday Jun 17, 2018
NXpress Nintendo Podcast 136: Our Crazy E3 Trip and the Nintendo Direct
Sunday Jun 17, 2018
Sunday Jun 17, 2018
Ricky D, Tim Maison, Patrick Murphy, and Ryan Kapioski are all back from their E3 2018 trip and yes, they have lots of stories to share! This may not have been the most exciting E3 for Nintendo fans (or really anyone at all), but whenever the mass of an entire industry descends upon one city, something interesting is bound to come of it. In this special episode, the guys muse on finally being able to meet face-to-face for the first time, give their general impressions of the video game convention, lament the downtown part of Los Angeles, and offer up their pros and cons of the Nintendo Direct.
As a special treat, Ricky shares his unfortunate bad luck of staying at a haunted hotel (you knew something would happen to him), and the gang talks about their invite to Nintendo's V.I.P. booth. There's plenty of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Pokemon Let's Go, Capcom, Sony, Microsoft, YouTubers and the future of E3. Have a listen!
Thursday Jun 01, 2017
NXpress Nintendo Podcast 100: Live from E3 2017 (Part Two)
Thursday Jun 01, 2017
Thursday Jun 01, 2017
The NXpress crew is back with their second part discussion of Nintendo's E3 events and this week most of us were on the show floor to give our hands-on impressions of Sonic Mania, Sonic Forces, Super Mario Odyssey, FIFA 18, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Fire Emblem Warriors and more. We also discuss the future E3, Sony, Microsoft and games we want to see on the Nintendo Switch. All this and more on the NXpress Nintendo Switch Podcast.
Monday Jun 15, 2015
Monday Jun 15, 2015
In honour of E3, we decided to deliver a bonus podcast this week. Kicking off the show is our discussion of Masahiro Sakurai’s special video presentation for Super Smash Bros. and our opinion on the footage being leaked a day early. In our main event, we sit down and interview Jeff Hansen, the winner of the original 1990 Nintendo World Championship in the 11 and under category. And ending the show is our review of the 2015 Nintendo World Championship and our thoughts on Blast Ball, Earthbound Beginnings, Mario Maker and the upcoming amiibo for Animal Crossing, Super Smash Bros. and more.
Wednesday Apr 29, 2015
Wednesday Apr 29, 2015
Every year E3, brings us the biggest gaming news of the year, as Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo drop their biggest announcements about upcoming games, release dates and new consoles. With the three day conference fast approaching, we figured it would be a good time to release my 2015 predictions. With so many recent developments happening over at Nintendo headquarters, we believe, there is reason to be optimistic about Nintendo’s presence at the event this year – even, if the new Legend of Zelda game doesn’t make an appearance. It’s always a wild guess what Nintendo will announce since the company has always been so unpredictable, but we’ve narrowed down several options of what could happen during Nintendo’s live-stream presentation. So what surprises are in store this year? Take a listen and find out.