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Nintendo news is heating up, and we’ve got plenty to talk about. In this episode of the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re breaking down the latest Nintendo headlines, plus diving back into Metroid Ravenous and everything we’ve learned so far. We’ll cover the biggest stories, rumors, updates, and what they could mean for Nintendo Switch 2. If you enjoy Nintendo news, discussion, and deeper dives into upcom...

I got to play Final Fantasy VII Revelation, but there’s one catch: I’m a huge Final Fantasy VII noob. I don’t have decades of FF7 nostalgia, I don’t know every piece of lore, and I’m definitely not going to catch every reference. So instead, I’m looking at Revelation from the perspective of someone relatively new to this world. How does the combat feel? Is it overwhelming for a newcomer? Does the...

The September 2026 Nintendo Direct is over, and tonight we're breaking down all of the biggest announcements for Nintendo Switch 2. Metroid: Ravenous was officially revealed, Kirby and the World Beyond is coming, Persona 6 was announced for Switch 2, Monster Hunter Wilds is on the way, and Nintendo packed the presentation with updates for Pikmin, Mario Kart World, Professor Layton, Resident Evil,...

Current-gen third-party games are finally starting to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2, and after playing the Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo and the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, I came away seriously impressed. Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re talking about how these games actually feel on Switch 2, what they could mean for third-party support going forward, and whether Nintendo’s new...

The next Nintendo Direct may be happening sooner than we thought. A new post from the official Just Dance account says Ubisoft will reveal more about Just Dance: Decades of Hits on September 10, and that date is now fueling speculation that Nintendo's next Direct could happen the same day. Just Dance has regularly appeared in Nintendo Direct presentations, Nintendo traditionally holds a presentati...

When is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time coming to Nintendo Switch 2? With Ocarina of Time once again generating a ton of attention, we’re looking at the biggest question surrounding the game: when could it actually release? We’ll break down what we know, what Nintendo has and hasn’t announced, and what could give us clues about when Zelda: Ocarina of Time could arrive on Nintendo Switch 2. Wh...

The Duskbloods is already showing major interest on Nintendo Switch 2, with its closed network test reportedly receiving more applicants than Elden Ring Nightreign’s network test. Today on Nintendo News Daily, we break down what that could mean for FromSoftware’s upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, plus the latest Nintendo news, releases, and more. Subscribe for daily Nintendo Switch 2 news, Nintendo rum...

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is officially returning on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, but Nintendo has revealed very little about one of its most anticipated upcoming games. So does Ocarina of Time need its own Nintendo Direct? On the first episode of Nintendo Game Chat, we're talking all things Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2. What does Nintendo still need to show? How much could change f...

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is one of the most anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 games, and today we're talking about why excitement for Zelda is so high. Plus, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has shown its first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay ahead of the open beta, and The Duskbloods previews are here following FromSoftware's latest look at the Switch 2 exclusive. Today on Nintendo News D...

The Duskbloods previews are finally here, giving us our best look yet at FromSoftware’s Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re breaking down the new hands-on impressions, gameplay details, combat, characters, PvPvE structure, Virtue system, dynamic events, and what previewers actually think after spending hours with the game. Plus, we’ll talk about the upcoming netwo...

Splatoon Raiders is here, and tonight we’re breaking down the game with our full review and impressions. Is Nintendo’s latest Splatoon adventure worth your time? We’re also talking about the latest Fire Emblem Direct, what Nintendo revealed, what stood out, and what it could mean for the future of the series. Plus, we’ll catch up on the latest Nintendo news, rumors, announcements, and everything e...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, and players will get their first chance to test it next month! The Switch 2 open beta runs from August 28 through September 1, 2026. No preorder is required, although players will need an active Nintendo Switch Online membership and a Nintendo Account. Tonight, we discuss the beta announcement, what we need to see from the Switch 2 ver...

The Nintendo Entertainment System turns 43! On July 15, 1983, Nintendo released the Family Computer, better known as the Famicom, in Japan. The console would later be redesigned and introduced to North America as the NES, helping transform Nintendo into a worldwide gaming powerhouse. Tonight on Nintendo PowerCast Episode 539, we celebrate the console’s incredible legacy, revisit the games that def...

Fortnite’s next season could be one of its biggest crossovers ever. A new rumor claims the season will be centered around gaming legends, potentially bringing Sonic the Hedgehog, Mega Man, Crash Bandicoot, Kingdom Hearts, and even more iconic franchises into Fortnite. Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we break down the rumor, discuss how characters like Sonic could actually work in Fortnite, and...

Mario is one of the most recognizable characters in the world, but who is he really? Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re exploring Mario’s history, personality, career, relationships, and how a simple arcade character became the face of Nintendo and the biggest icon in video games. From Jumpman and the original Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros., Mario 64, the Mushroom Kingdom, and the modern e...

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa recently talked about how Nintendo views preserving its history and connecting players with classic games through Nintendo Switch Online. With the Nintendo Museum now giving fans a physical way to experience Nintendo’s past, and Switch Online continuing to expand with NES, Super NES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo 64, and now GameCube games on Switch 2, N...

Rhythm Heaven Groove is finally here, but was it worth the wait? In Episode 537 of the Nintendo PowerCast, N64Josh goes solo to share his full review of Rhythm Heaven Groove. We’re breaking down the rhythm games, music, presentation, difficulty, replay value, and whether this long-awaited return delivers for longtime fans and newcomers. Have you played Rhythm Heaven Groove yet? Let me know your fa...

A mysterious new Metroid game titled Metroid Ravenous may have just leaked through Brazil’s official classification system. The now-removed listing identifies Nintendo as the publisher and lists 2026 as the production year, fueling speculation that this could be the next 2D Metroid adventure and a potential follow-up to Metroid Dread. Tonight, we break down the leak, what the name Ravenous could m...

The Splatoon Raiders Direct is here! Join us for a live reaction to Nintendo’s dedicated presentation, followed by additional gameplay from Nintendo Treehouse: Live. Nintendo is promising roughly 15 minutes of new information about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, followed by approximately 30 minutes of Treehouse gameplay. We’ll react to every announcement, break down the new gameplay, an...

Nintendo is giving Splatoon Raiders another major spotlight! A 15-minute Splatoon Raiders Direct will air Tuesday, June 30 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern, followed immediately by a 30-minute Nintendo Treehouse: Live presentation featuring even more gameplay. Tonight, we discuss why Nintendo is dedicating so much time to Splatoon Raiders, what the new presentation needs to reveal, and whether this single-pl...

Star Fox is back on Nintendo Switch 2, and after spending time with it, we need to talk about just how good this game still is. Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re breaking down the gameplay, performance, controls, visuals, and whether Star Fox still holds up for longtime fans and new players. We’ll also discuss what this release could mean for the future of the franchise and whether Nintendo...

The reviews are in for Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 , and critics are praising its incredible visuals, responsive controls, expanded story, voice acting, challenge modes, and online multiplayer. Nintendo Life awarded it a 9 out of 10 , while The Verge called it the Switch 2’s most impressive visual showcase yet. However, not everyone is completely sold. The biggest criticism is that this is still...

New details surrounding The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake suggest Nintendo may be creating a faithful recreation of the original game rather than completely reimagining it. Tonight, we discuss what a potential 1:1 remake could mean, which elements Nintendo should modernize, and whether Ocarina of Time needs major gameplay changes at all. We’ll also cover the latest Nintendo news, rumors,...

Nintendo fans have been waiting years for the next major 3D Mario game, and with Switch 2 now here, the question is getting louder: where is 3D Mario? Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re talking about the future of 3D Mario, why Nintendo may be holding it back, whether it could be the next big Switch 2 system seller, and what we actually want from Mario’s next major adventure. We’ll also disc...

Nintendo just held its latest Direct, and now it is time for the real question: Was it actually good? Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, I am joined by a panel to break down the biggest announcements, the surprises, the disappointments, and whether this Direct gave Nintendo fans what they were hoping for. We’ll talk about the games that stood out, what was missing, how the Switch 2 lineup is looki...