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Nintendo Switch Lite Announced!

Nintendo SecondsJul 10, 2019

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Nintendo Switch Lite Announced!

Nintendo Switch Lite Announced!

In today's update, the Nintendo Switch Lite was unveiled by Nintendo this morning in a surprise announcement! Here are some of the differences and my thoughts on the new console.

Music: Overworld - Cadence of Hyrule

Jul 10, 201903:58
Update: 6/28/2019

Update: 6/28/2019

On today's update, a reminder of the My Nintendo program and a reason we don't use it, the outpouring of Switch games every week, improvements coming to a low quality Bloodstained launch, and a reminder to catch SGDQ before it ends this Sunday!

Music: Title Screen - Super Mario Maker 2

Jun 28, 201904:01
Update: 6/27/2019

Update: 6/27/2019

On today's update, Detective Pikachu coming to Bluray, Super Mario Maker 2 releasing tomorrow, and Splatoon 2 holds a final Splatfest.

Music: Color Pulse - Off The Hook (Splatoon 2)

Jun 27, 201902:29
Pokemon Direct Summary: 6/5/2019

Pokemon Direct Summary: 6/5/2019

The Pokemon Direct was presented this morning as a 15-minute video presentation. Here's a summary of all the information presented along with some additional thoughts.

Music: Theme - Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee

Jun 05, 201906:09
The Daily: 6/4/2019

The Daily: 6/4/2019

Today, find some awesome Nintendo apparel at UNIQLO.com, Detective Pikachu catching up to largest sales for a video game movie, a quick rundown of last week's Pokemon Company press conference, Nintendo going on tour for the summer, and I attempt to return from this unannounced hiatus as if nothing happened!

Music: Plains - Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

Jun 04, 201905:14
The Daily: 10/23/2018

The Daily: 10/23/2018

Today, Dreamcast games almost ready for Switch, LABO heading to elementary schools, Halloween event for #PokemonGO, and new releases for this week.

Music: Dastardly Karaoke Bomber (Boss - Elegant Dream) - Super Bomberman R
Oct 23, 201804:50
Bonus: Why Do We Need Virtual Console?

Bonus: Why Do We Need Virtual Console?

Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast shares his view on the lack of Virtual Console and how that, along with NES Online, could actually be a good move for the future of the gaming industry.

Music: Conflicts Chime - Bravely Default / Nintendo 3DS Theme Shop
Oct 21, 201804:55
THE DAILY (CAPS LOCK EDITION) - 10/19/2018

THE DAILY (CAPS LOCK EDITION) - 10/19/2018

(Warning: Your ears may hurt.)

TODAY, SUPER MARIO WORLD COMES TO CALI, MARIO GETS TO BE A ZOMBIE, PEOPLE FORGOT ABOUT WARIO WARE ON 3DS, PUTTING A POKEMON STOP TO BAD INFORMATION AND WINNER OF THAT ESHOP MONEY!

MUSIC: MII MAKER THEME - NINTENDO WII
Oct 19, 201804:02
Summary: Geekwire Summit Interview w/ Reggie Fils-Aime
Oct 18, 201807:12
The Daily: 10/17/2018

The Daily: 10/17/2018

Today, how Pokemon Let’s Go will appeal to current fanbase, Switch pseudo VR headset up for pre-order, Panic Button Games standing out as the ultimate Switch port dev, Monolith Soft on Xenoblade Chronicles X port, and contest to win a $10 eShop Card!

Music: King Dedede Boss Battle - Kirby Star Allies
Oct 17, 201805:28
The Daily: 10/16/2018

The Daily: 10/16/2018

Today, a special Diablo III Switch bundle announced, new Pokemon toys available at McDonalds, Gen IV released on Pokemon GO, and new releases for this week.

Music: Theme from Swapnote
Oct 16, 201804:40
The Daily: 10/11/2018

The Daily: 10/11/2018

Today, in-game items announced for Octoling 3-pack amiibo, Nintendo gaining traction on mobile, Mario Tennis Aces receives an update, and Ubisoft possibly making another Switch game.
Oct 11, 201803:20
The Daily: 10/10/2018

The Daily: 10/10/2018

Today, more NES games are available online, video game charts in Japan for this week, Uniqlo having a Pokemon T-Shirt Contest, and Nintendo becoming the place to be for indie games.

Music: Gaur Plains - Xenoblade Chronicles
Oct 10, 201803:57
The Daily: 10/9/2018

The Daily: 10/9/2018

Today, 4th Gen announced for #PokemonGO, Switch gets a system update, details on creation of #DragaliaLost, the Power Glove was part of a larger VR idea, and new releases for this week.

Music: Title Theme - Super Mario Party
Oct 09, 201805:31
The Daily: 10/4/2018

The Daily: 10/4/2018

Today, NOA President speaks at Geekwire Summit, why I think Nintendo uses mobile voice chat, #DragaliaLost gains $3.5 million, #Splatoon2 gets large update, Dragon Quest XI will take awhile, next 3 NES games on the way, and new releases for this week.

Music: Sprawling Savannah - Super Mario 3D World
Oct 04, 201808:21
The Daily: 10/1/2018

The Daily: 10/1/2018

Today, an option for a Switch psuedo-VR headset, some tidbits on Shadows of the Empire, Pokemon Let's Go nationwide tour, Shenmue possibility for Switch, and Switch Online selling well in Japan.

Music: Min-Min Theme - ARMS
Oct 01, 201805:11
Bonus: Passing Games to the Next Generation

Bonus: Passing Games to the Next Generation

Here's a bonus episode from Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast regarding passing retro video games on to the next generation.

Music: Space Junk Galaxy - Super Mario Galaxy
Sep 29, 201804:27
The Daily: 9/28/2018

The Daily: 9/28/2018

Today, Bowsette was almost a real thing, physical edition of Golf Story available, NOA President gives speech at NY prep school, and be sure to download #DragaliaLost.

Music: Home (Instrumental Remix) - Dragalia Lost
Sep 28, 201803:54
The Daily: 9/27/2018

The Daily: 9/27/2018

Today, Yokai Watch 3 announced, new costume in Super Mario Odyssey, new special added to Splatoon 2, Nintendo wins lawsuit against go-kart company, and Undertale patch added to fix game save issue.

Music: Acid Hues (Off the Hook) - Splatoon 2
Sep 27, 201803:28
The Daily: 9/26/2018

The Daily: 9/26/2018

Today, we talk about Bowsette, Sony opens its online doors, Nintendo had another VR option, Sakurai comments on upcoming characters, and new releases for this week.

Music: GCN Sherbet Land - Mario Kart 8
Sep 26, 201806:37
The Daily: 9/24/2018

The Daily: 9/24/2018

Today, Switch slowly becomes the ultimate retro console, Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney announced, Mario Kart VR coming to the US, ask Bandai Namco for Baten Kaitos 3, and Telltale shuts its doors.

Music: Briny Bowl Beach - Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker
Sep 24, 201804:59
The Daily: 9/21/2018

The Daily: 9/21/2018

Today, possible tease of the N64 Classic, new sports compilation from Ubisoft, Blazblue coming to the Switch, and with the help of social media, a dream come true for a Smash Bros fan.

Music: Bouncy Beanstalk Walk - Yoshi's New Island
Sep 21, 201804:01
The Daily: 9/20/2018

The Daily: 9/20/2018

Today, the Sega Ages series has arrived, Super Bomberman R gets an update, Pokemon GO update with Mewtwo open for normal raids, and Golf Story gets a Collectors Edition.

Music: Yummy - Mighty Switch Force
Sep 20, 201803:03
The Daily: 9/19/2018

The Daily: 9/19/2018

Today, get ready to test out Dark Souls Remastered, new Splatfest changes start this Saturday, Vehicle Kit usable in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and some thoughts on the NES Switch Online app.

Music: Grasslands 2 - Pokemon Quest
Sep 19, 201805:07
The Daily: 9/18/2018

The Daily: 9/18/2018

Today on #NintendoSeconds, #NintendoSwitchOnline launches tonight, Fortnite Switch bundle announced, No More Heroes 1 & 2 may be Switch-bound, the perfect headset for voice chat AND game audio, and new releases for this week. Music: Nintendo 3DS Theme Shop
Sep 18, 201806:29
The Daily: 9/17/2018

The Daily: 9/17/2018

Today, Dragalia Lost gets a release date, Splatoon figma available to preorder on Play-Asia, Gamestop Promo for trade-in towards Switch, use your MyNintendo Gold Points for Nintendo Switch Online and my small opinion on the online service.

Music: Trailer Theme - Yoshi's Crafted World
(Transcribed by Nick's Personal Symphony - youtube.com/watch?v=y2SdEmJI1Gg)
Sep 17, 201804:37
Nintendo Direct Summary: 9/13/2018

Nintendo Direct Summary: 9/13/2018

After a week-long delay, the Nintendo Direct was presented yesterday as a 35-minute video. Here's a summary of all the information presented.

Music: Animal Crossing - Mario Kart 8
Sep 14, 201812:50
The Daily: 9/12/2018

The Daily: 9/12/2018

Today, I'm back! Nintendo Direct rescheduled, Switch Online services start on Sep 18, new Switch hardware bundles, Final Fantasy returns to Nintendo home consoles, Mega Man 11 demo available, creators of Octopath working on more games, and new releases for this week.

Music: Dragon Roost Island - The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD
Sep 12, 201806:55
The Daily: 9/6/2018

The Daily: 9/6/2018

Today, the Nintendo Direct has been delayed, Gone Home gets a physical release, eShop games on sale, recent announcements, and GameMaker Studio 2 in beta for Switch.

Music: Goron City (Day) - The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Sep 06, 201803:57
The Daily: 9/5/2018

The Daily: 9/5/2018

Today, a Nintendo Direct has been announced, 5 million Switch consoles sold in Japan, and the winner of the Ninjin: Clash of Carrots contest!

Music: Creative Exercise - Mario Paint
Sep 05, 201803:14
The Daily: 9/4/2018

The Daily: 9/4/2018

Today, no pros allowed for The World Ends With You, Wii U gets a firmware update, and new releases for this week.

Music: Battle in the Blossom City Burbs - The Wonderful 101
Sep 04, 201804:31
The Daily: 9/3/2018

The Daily: 9/3/2018

Nintendo unveils a new Smash Bros Ultimate themed Pro Controller along with a Special Edition version of the game, demo events to come to Best Buy stores, details on Nintendo's new mobile game Dragalia Lost, a new color choice for New 2DS XL, some details on the new firmware update for the Switch and recent announcements.

Music: The Star Festival - Super Mario Galaxy
Sep 03, 201805:15
The Messenger: Interview with Thierry Boulanger

The Messenger: Interview with Thierry Boulanger

Here's my past interview with Thierry Boulanger, co-founder of Sabotage Studio and creative director for The Messenger, an action platformer for the Switch releasing TODAY. We talk about their history, inspiration and more info on their new hit release!
Aug 30, 201808:37
Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 Summary

Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 Summary

After a surprise Indies presentation last week, Nintendo provides a 'Part 2' with the Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 providing 12 new upcoming indie games as well as 10 more highlighted games. Here's a summary of the 15-minute presentation.

Music: Swapnote Main Theme
Aug 29, 201806:00
#JacksonvilleStrong
Aug 27, 201803:25
The Daily: 8/24/2018

The Daily: 8/24/2018

Today, the Labo Vehicle Kit compatible with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, new characters available in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, still new games for the Nintendo Wii, 99 cent game deals on the eShop, and the hashtag contest winner!

Music: Sunshine Airport - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Aug 24, 201804:04
The Daily: 8/23/2018

The Daily: 8/23/2018

Today, an official Nindies Showcase announced, Nintendo going all out at PAX West, Pro Controller not supported on Super Mario Party, Nintendo is #1 for the US in July, and more games supported for the Switch Online app.

Music: Bianco Hills - Super Mario Sunshine
Aug 23, 201804:42
The Daily: 8/22/2018

The Daily: 8/22/2018

Today, Switch dashboard upgrades possibly in the works, Miyamoto gives keynote speech at dev conference, new Switch app on the way, enter a Nintendo sweepstakes, and enter the #NintendoSeconds giveaway!

Music: Sunshine Seaside (Normal / Underwater) - Super Mario 3D World
Aug 22, 201804:58
The Daily: 8/21/2018

The Daily: 8/21/2018

Today, Amazon ending 20% discount through Prime, new character added to Mario Tennis Aces, Pokemon World Championships this weekend, tons of new announcements from Gamescom, and new releases for this week.

Music: Blitz It! by Chirpy Chips - Splatoon 2
Aug 21, 201805:40
Nintendo Indie Highlights Summary: 8/20/2018

Nintendo Indie Highlights Summary: 8/20/2018

A surprise Indies presentation from Nintendo showed 16 upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch. I summarize the 22-minute presentation along with thoughts on how it went.

Music: The Forest of Awakening - Kamiko
Aug 20, 201806:30
The Daily: 8/17/2018

The Daily: 8/17/2018

Today, the next US Splatfest to be announced, @SuperRareGames providing limited physical Switch games, new Super Mario Odyssey pins from Penny Arcade, remembering the Arcade Bunny, and shouts to my first official supporter!

Music: Miiverse Gallery - Nintendo Badge Arcade
Aug 17, 201805:33
The Daily: 8/16/2018

The Daily: 8/16/2018

Today, Blizzard joins Nintendo after 20 years with Diablo III, future releases from Blizzard possible, new demos hit the Switch eShop, and Limited Run Games starting pre-orders for next Switch release.

Music: Flame Mammoth - Mega Man X
Aug 16, 201804:19
The Daily: 8/15/2018

The Daily: 8/15/2018

Today, lots of surprise game announcements, a Diablo 3 leak, Nintendo continues dominance in Japan, Pokemon GO tops the mobile charts, and Nintendo Happy Meal toys available at McDonalds.

Music: Strike the Earth! (Plains of Passage) - Shovel Knight
Aug 15, 201804:45
The Daily: 8/14/2018

The Daily: 8/14/2018

Today, Best Buy sale on select Switch games, Dark Souls Remastered gets an official release date, some highlights on the creation of F-Zero GX from Sega, and new releases for this week.

Music: World Circuit Theme - Punch-Out!!
Aug 14, 201804:48
The Daily: 8/13/2018

The Daily: 8/13/2018

Today, the next Party Crash is scheduled for ARMS, Donkey Kong Country was originally called Monkey Mayhem, some thoughts on the Dragon Ball FighterZ beta, Undertale Collectors Edition up for pre-order, and the Top5 games on the Switch eShop.

Music: Cinema Deux (Twintelle's Theme) - ARMS
Aug 13, 201804:37
The Daily: 8/10/2018

The Daily: 8/10/2018

Today, Super Smash Bros Ultimate gets a Limited Edition, DKC designer regrets naming King K Rool, Nintendo hand puppets on the way, newly announced Doom Eternal coming to Switch, and Switch eShop discounts.

Music: Theme from Swapdoodle
Aug 10, 201804:14
The Daily: 8/9/2018

The Daily: 8/9/2018

Today, Nintendo announced new amiibo incoming, Pokemon Lets Go adds Mega Evolution, Pokemon Go Community Day this weekend, and new Switch game announcements.

Music: Delfino Plaza - Fortune Street
Aug 09, 201804:11
Super Smash Bros Ultimate Direct Summary: 8/8/2018

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Direct Summary: 8/8/2018

A summary of Super Smash Bros Ultimate Direct presentation along with some quick thoughts and a bonus story.

Music: Super Smash Bros Ultimate Theme from E3 2018
Aug 08, 201808:12
The Daily: 8/7/2018

The Daily: 8/7/2018

Today, we learn that Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker was almost a game starring Link, 70% of Switch owners are cheating on Nintendo, developing for Switch means company growth, and new releases for this week.

Music: Briny Bowl Beach - Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
Aug 08, 201805:32
The Daily: 8/6/2018

The Daily: 8/6/2018

Today, Super Smash Bros Direct announced, Breath of the Wild placed on the Zelda timeline, the next Bravely game teased, and Niantic aiming to have PvP by end of year.

Music: Excitebike Arena - Mario Kart 8
Aug 06, 201804:58