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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...

Nintendo just wrapped up its latest Nintendo Direct, and we are breaking down everything announced, the biggest surprises, the games coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and what it all means for the rest of 2026. Tonight we’ll talk about the biggest reveals, the games that stole the show, the announcements that surprised us, and whether this Direct finally gave Switch 2 the lineup fans have be...

The next Nintendo Direct is almost here, and tonight we’re talking hopes, dreams, and predictions. What does Nintendo have planned for Switch 2? Could we finally see updates on the rumored Zelda remake, new Mario projects, Mario Kart World, Splatoon Raiders, Star Fox, Yoshi, or something completely unexpected? Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re breaking down what we hope to see, what seems r...

Tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct is almost here, and today we’re breaking down what Nintendo could reveal during the show. Will we finally see the next big Switch 2 games? Could Nintendo bring back Punch-Out, F-Zero, or another classic franchise? Are we getting more on Mario, Zelda, Mario Kart, Splatoon Raiders, or something completely unexpected? On this episode of the Nintendo PowerCast, we’re going t...

Tonight on the Nintendo PowerCast, we are making our final Nintendo Direct predictions. With rumors heating up and Nintendo fans waiting for the next big showcase, it is time to talk about what Nintendo could actually reveal. Will we see more Switch 2 games? Could Zelda return? Is Mario Maker 3 finally happening? What about Metroid Prime 4, Animal Crossing, Star Fox, Splatoon, Pokémon, third-party...

A new Nintendo Direct rumor is making the rounds, and leakers are pointing to Tuesday as the possible date. Tonight, we’re breaking down what’s being said, how believable the timing feels, and what Nintendo could realistically show if a Direct is happening next week. With Switch 2 momentum building and fans waiting for more first-party announcements, this could be a big moment for Nintendo’s next...

Sony’s latest State of Play kicked off the summer gaming news cycle with more than an hour of updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals. Tonight, we’re looking at what showed up, what could matter for Nintendo fans, and how this sets the stage for the next Nintendo Direct. With Switch 2 already changing the third-party conversation, the big question is simple: what does Nintendo have ready to a...

Minecraft may be getting a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version after a new ESRB rating appeared online. Tonight we’re talking about what the rating means, why this could be more than simple backwards compatibility, and what players should realistically expect from a Switch 2 version of Minecraft. Discord: http://n64josh.com/discord Twitch: https://twitch.com/n64josh Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/n64j...

Mario Maker 3 still has not been announced, but with Switch 2 here, it feels like the perfect time for Nintendo to bring back one of its best community-driven games. Tonight I’m joined by Ezee_Pz to talk about what we want from the next Mario Maker, including new themes, better online features, more creator tools, improved discovery, multiplayer fixes, and what Nintendo could do to make Mario Make...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23, 2026, launching the same day as PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This marks the first new Call of Duty game on Nintendo hardware in years, and it could be one of the biggest third-party tests for Switch 2 yet. Tonight, we’re breaking down what Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 means, why day-one support matters, how cr...

We’re talking Nintendo, Switch 2, upcoming games, rumors, news, retro favorites, and whatever questions you bring to the show. Drop your questions in chat and let’s talk through what Nintendo is doing right now, what we want to see next, and what has the community excited. Thanks for watching and being part of the show. Discord: http://n64josh.com/discord Twitch: https://twitch.com/n64josh Tiktok:...

Mina the Hollower reviews are here, and Yacht Club Games’ long-awaited Game Boy Color-inspired adventure is finally getting its moment. Today we’re looking at what critics are saying, how the retro style holds up, and whether Mina the Hollower delivers on the hype for fans of classic handheld action games. Discord: http://n64josh.com/discord Twitch: https://twitch.com/n64josh Tiktok: https://tikto...

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is here on Nintendo Switch 2, and the reviews are painting a pretty clear picture. This is not a traditional challenge-focused platformer. Reviewers are describing it as a cozy, creative, discovery-driven Yoshi game built around exploration, experimentation, and charm. Some outlets are praising it as one of the most refreshing Yoshi games in years, while others feel i...

Nintendo’s new app Pictonico launches May 28, and it lets players turn their own photos into quick mini games that look similar to WarioWare. On this episode, we talk about Pictonico, why small creative apps like this feel so Nintendo, and what Nintendo should be doing with phone apps going forward. From companion apps to party games, photo tools, Nintendo Account features, and mobile experiences...

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is our Game of the Week, and it's a huge part of Sega Genesis history. We’re talking about the debut of Tails, the spin dash, Super Sonic, Chemical Plant Zone, Sonic 2sday, cut content like Hidden Palace Zone, and why this sequel helped define the 16-bit console wars. Discord: http://n64josh.com/discord Twitch: https://twitch.com/n64josh Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/n64josh Twit...