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Nintendo News Daily covers the latest updates across the Nintendo world. Today we look at what could be next for Mega Man after Capcom confirmed the series is not done. The company noted that Mega Man continues to be an important IP and that discussions about future projects are ongoing. Fans have been waiting since Mega Man 11, and this update suggests the next step for the Blue Bomber may be clo...

Super Mario Bros 3 and Super Mario World are two of the most important Mario games ever made, and tonight they go head to head in the Nintendo Face Off. We compare both games across five rounds:• Overview• Review scores• Reception• Innovation• LegacySuper Mario Bros 3 pushed the NES to its limit. Super Mario World showed what the Super Nintendo could really do. Chat will decide the winner during t...

Nintendo News Daily covers the latest update on Mario Kart World and its upcoming DLC content. In today’s show we take a look at what was revealed, what fans are expecting, and how this could shape Mario Kart World heading into its next season. We also cover the rest of the day’s Nintendo news with a focus on accuracy, clarity, and quick updates for busy Nintendo fans. If you enjoy the show, make...

EmSwizzle, host of The Mario Matter, joins me on Mario Drive for a full conversation about Nintendo, building a community, and what it has been like running one of the most popular Nintendo shows online. We talk about how he started, what inspired The Mario Matter, the way he approaches his videos, and how he stays consistent while growing at a crazy pace. If you enjoy Nintendo creators or behind...

We finally got my hands on Metroid Prime 4, and here are our first real impressions. In this video we break down how the game feels to play, the updated controls, the pacing, the atmosphere, and how Retro Studios built on the original Prime trilogy. We also cover the new visual style, the opening sections, how the combat flows, and what stood out immediately during my first session. If you are try...

I finally got my hands on Metroid Prime 4, and here are my first real impressions. In this video I break down how the game feels to play, the updated controls, the pacing, the atmosphere, and how Retro Studios built on the original Prime trilogy. I also cover the new visual style, the opening sections, how the combat flows, and what stood out immediately during my first session. If you are trying...

Metroid Fusion is the NSO Game of the Week and it holds a unique place in Nintendo history. Released on the Game Boy Advance in 2002, this entry pushed the series into a faster and more story driven direction. Tonight we look at why Fusion still stands out, how it shaped Metroid Dread, and what makes it one of the most important 2D Metroid games ever made on Nintendo hardware. Content Creation Gea...

Metroid Prime 4 reviews are rolling in, and today’s episode covers all the early impressions in one place. We break down the highlights from multiple outlets, what players are praising, and what the community is noticing. We also cover the latest Nintendo news stories of the day and how Metroid Prime 4 is performing across the industry right now. Nintendo News Daily delivers the biggest Nintendo u...

Infinity Ward has posted new job listings asking for developers with Nintendo Switch experience, and it’s the strongest sign yet that Call of Duty is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. The listings mention engine work, optimization, and hardware specific development for Nintendo systems. This lines up with Microsoft’s commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo platforms and the earlier reports tha...

Metroid Prime 4 is shaping up to be one of the most important releases in the entire Metroid series. In this video, we look at what makes Metroid so special, why the Prime games remain fan favorites, and how Retro Studios could take the next step with Prime 4 on Switch 2. From world design and atmosphere to Samus’ evolution and the legacy of the Metroid Prime trilogy, this breakdown highlights wha...

We know very little about Metroid Prime 4, and that mystery is becoming one of the most exciting parts of the road to launch. In today’s Nintendo News Daily, we break down what Nintendo has officially shown, what the two Japanese trailers revealed, and the small details fans have spotted that might hint at the tone and direction of the game. We also look at how Retro Studios has handled the series...

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Something about the Nintendo Switch 2 launch cycle feels different from past Nintendo hardware releases. From the timing of announcements to how Nintendo is handling trailers, marketing, and early information, the rollout has raised more questions than answers. Content Creation Gear https://n64josh.com/elgato use code N64Josh For ad-free episodes, subscribe here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

A new rumor claims that DuskBlood was greenlit even before Sekiro’s marketing cycle and has gone through the longest pure gameplay prototyping phase of any FromSoftware game. The leak also suggests the title will feature both PVE and PVP with innovative mechanics that the team is reportedly very proud of. In today’s episode, we break down what this rumor could mean, how it fits into FromSoftware’s...

Metroid Prime 4 is getting closer, and fans have started building a real wishlist for what they hope to see. From deeper scanning, more intelligent enemies, and new ways to explore alien worlds, to quality of life upgrades inspired by Metroid Prime Remastered, there is a lot riding on this next chapter. In this video, we talk through the biggest hopes fans have for Metroid Prime 4 and what feature...

Is Kirby AirRiders actually a better fit for the Switch 2 than Mario Kart World? In today’s Nintendo News Daily we take a close look at how both games handle speed, control, online play, and long term depth. Kirby AirRiders surprised a lot of players with its movement system and skill ceiling, and Mario Kart World is bringing the biggest roster the series has ever had. We compare what each game do...

Today on Nintendo News Daily, we break down the newest details from the two Japanese Metroid Prime 4 trailers. We look at the updated environments, fresh gameplay shots, and what these clips tell us about Samus, the new suit, and how Retro Studios is shaping the next chapter of the Prime series. We also cover how these trailers fit into the larger timeline of previews and what fans should expect n...

We sat down with NateyNay to talk all things Metroid. Metroid Dread was the first Metroid game he ever beat and Metroid Prime Remastered was the first Prime he took all the way through. He loved parts of it, struggled with others, and now he is a little on the fence about Metroid Prime 4. We break down what worked for him in Dread, what surprised him in Prime Remastered, and what he hopes Retro St...

Here’s your full roundup of the first Kirby AirRiders reviews. Today, I am breaking down what critics are saying about the controls, performance, new mechanics, and how it compares to the original Kirby Air Ride. We will look at what’s working, what needs more polish, and whether this could become a breakout hit on Switch 2. I will also cover early hands-on impressions, new mode details, and any s...

Here’s everything happening in the world of Pokémon right now. The Pokémon Center just dropped all of their new Holiday 2025 items, and a brand new DLC trailer revealed Mega Zeraora with our first look at its design. The trailer also confirms that Pokémon from the base Legends ZA game appear in the Mega Dimension zones, but we still haven’t seen any major gameplay. Ranked Battles Season 3 begins o...

Smash Bros on NSO sounds incredible, but when are these classic games actually coming to Nintendo Switch Online? On today’s Nintendo News Daily, we look at the timelines, the patterns Nintendo follows with NSO drops, and what the recent updates tell us about what could be arriving next. We also dig into why certain fan favorites still haven’t shown up, how Switch 2 might change the release schedul...

This week’s NSO Game of the Week is Metroid Fusion, and we’re diving into why this GBA classic still stands out today. In this episode, we cover: • Fusion’s development and the shift toward story-driven design • The tense SA-X encounters and how they influenced modern Metroid • The GameCube–GBA link feature and its connection to Metroid Prime • Why Fusion remains one of the most important 2D entri...

Here’s your full roundup of the first Kirby AirRiders reviews. Today, I am breaking down what critics are saying about the controls, performance, new mechanics, and how it compares to the original Kirby Air Ride. We will look at what’s working, what needs more polish, and whether this could become a breakout hit on Switch 2. I will also cover early hands-on impressions, new mode details, and any s...

Tomb Raider just quietly launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, and it raises a huge question for the system. If major third party games are already rolling out, who is next to join the lineup? In tonight’s episode of the Nintendo PowerCast we look at what this stealth drop means for third party support on Switch 2, which publishers are most likely to show up, and what games would make the biggest imp...

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