In honor of covering No More Heroes 3, we begin this description with a content warning: this is a crude one! Connor gives a comprehensive history of the NMH series and its visionary, SUDA51, before giving his analysis of this third entry. Does the legacy hold up? Then, for this episode's NintenGem, we follow Nintendo's lead and revisit The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Originally released for the Wii, it recently received a Switch HD port, so we look into the merits of its rerelease, the groundwork it laid for future Zelda titles and whether it truly deserves the title of 'gem.' We hope you'll join us! P.S. for our more audio-sensitive listeners - we tried a new recording method (which we didn't love), so please excuse the occasional pop! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com https://beacons.page/nintengems  

NintenGems Podcast

No More Heroes 3, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD

Greetings, sheeple of Shibuya! We kick off this red-hot episode by discussing NEO: The World Ends With You for Switch. Can it possibly live up to its predecessor? Braydon breaks down his perspective, then for our gem, Connor reaches back to the N64 to discuss Glover! Does this retro 3D platformer deserve to be called NintenGem? Let's find out!

NEO: The World Ends With You, Glover

Wake up, Link, it's a new episode of NintenGems! We bring you a special episode on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and its impression on the gaming landscape - did it bring critical innovation, or was it a return to Zelda tradition? Did Nintendo produce the game they intended to? Is it game or art? We may not provide many answers, but we'll certainly tee some deep questions up in anticipation of BotW2! Join us! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com https://beacons.page/nintengems

Breath of the Wild

We took the summer to play some great games, and now we're BACK to dig into 'em! We kick off the episode by discussing Monster Hunter Stories 2: The Wings of Ruin for Switch. The MH-spinoff takes on the monster-collecting genre, but does it succeed? For this episode's gem, we look back on The Wonderful 101, the explosive action game originally for WiiU but remastered for Switch (and others)! Join us for all the fun! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com https://beacons.page/nintengems

Monster Hunter Stories 2, The Wonderful 101

Welcome back, NintenGemmers, to a very gem-y episode! Braydon kicks us off with a discussion and review of Famicom Detective Club, Nintendo's newly-remade detective-themed visual novel duology for Switch! From there, Connor takes us to the arcade with Sol Divide, the 1997 beat/shoot-'em-up hybrid that didn't make a huge statement at the time, but childhood memories prove resilient. Are visual novels games? Why revive the FDC series? Should Sol Divide remain in obscurity? Find out in this episode of NintenGems! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Instagram

Famicom Detective Club, Sol Divide

It's been 22 years since the first Pokemon Snap graced our N64s, and now the time has come to get our lenses back in focus as New Pokemon Snap drops for the Switch! We dig into the mechanics that define the series, and of course fawn over the game's beauty and charm. Then, for this episode's NintenGem, we played the SNES classic Donkey Kong Country, available free for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers! Join us for an action-packed episode! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Instagram

New Pokémon Snap, Donkey Kong Country

It's all things Monster Hunter this episode as we crack into the series' newest installment, Rise. This is certainly a monster-sized episode for both series veterans and newcomers alike; we're talking vocab terms like gameplay loop, series streamlining and Connor even breaks out his keyboard for a quick music theming lesson! Join us for a heck of a show! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Instagram

Monster Hunter Rise

We're finally back to break down Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's newest duo, Pyra and Mythra! Then - we tried, guys - we start out spoiler free in our Xenoblade Chronicles X discussion. But then it snowballs into light, early spoilers, and ends with reality-shaking, religion-making, game-breaking spoilers (we warn you along the way!). Join us for a hell of a show as we break down 100 hours of thematic gameplay - you won't want to miss it! For over 100 Xenoblade X screenshots, follow us on Facebook and Insta! To take your own Wii U screenshots, check out shutter-u.com. Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Twitter

Pyra and Mythra, Xenoblade Chronicles X

NintenGems is back and dropping hot to discuss the internationally-acclaimed battle royale hit, Fortnite. For much-needed context and expertise, we brought in TikTok/YouTube star and resident sweat WG Mojo to round out our crew! How much do the pros make? Can Switch players compete? What IS a sweat, anyway?! Let's find out! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Twitter

Fortnite feat. WG Mojo

Metal Bowser? Nah. Giga Bowser? Who cares! Fury Bowser? Now that's something worth talking about! The gang's all here for a Godzilla-sized episode about the new Switch port of Super Mario 3D World, plus the new bonus mode, Bowser's Fury. Join us! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com   Follow/Subscribe on:   Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts   Spotify   Podbean   https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWR   Facebook    Twitter

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury

"What is the best Pokémon game?" This is the question that haunts Braydon after playing Pokémon Conquest for Nintendo DS, the 2012 crossover with the Nobunaga's Ambition series. To find the answer, we tap deep into the Tactical RPG genre, the merits of the mainline Pokémon formula and the lessons learned from failed spin-offs. First, though, Connor shares his experience with Art Sqool, the absurdly colorful art school simulator for Switch! You won't want to miss this one! Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.com Follow/Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podbean Discord Facebook  Twitter

Art Sqool, Pokémon Conquest

Can you describe Bug Fables without using the words 'Paper Mario'? We sure have a hard time, but a great time while we're at it! Braydon finished Moonsprout Game's Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling and is itching to compare it to its spiritual predecessor, Paper Mario for the N64. The NintenGem and the spotlight game merge into one this episode as we dissect what it means to be a successful RPG.Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.comFollow/Subscribe on:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPodbean: https://nintengems.podbean.com/Discord:https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWRFacebook: https://facebook.com/nintengemsTwitter: https://twitter.com/nintengems

Bug Fables, Paper Mario

NintenGems is back and ready to break down Sephiroth's entry into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - what does he bring to the table, and what fighter could be next? Then, Connor takes us on a tour through all things Puyo Puyo Tetris 2, the new mashup of two internationally acclaimed puzzle games! If you've never heard of Puyo Puyo before, we'll certainly get you caught up! Join us!Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.comFollow/Subscribe on:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPodbean: https://nintengems.podbean.com/Discord:https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWRFacebook: https://facebook.com/nintengemsTwitter: https://twitter.com/nintengems

Sephiroth, Puyo Puyo Tetris 2

Happy New Year everyone! We knew you were curious about the best games we played throughout 2020, so we decided to give some awards! Animal Crossing or Paper Mario? Hyrule Warriors or Xenoblade? We discuss our picks for best new Switch game, best retro game played, most hours spent and much more! If you want to play along at home, download your stats at switch.nintendo.com/year-in-reviewEmail us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.comFollow/Subscribe on:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPodbean: https://nintengems.podbean.com/Discord:https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWRFacebook: https://facebook.com/nintengemsTwitter: https://twitter.com/nintengems

Best of 2020 Roundup

Yahaha! You found us! We're back in your feed to cover the big release of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Be warned, some story details beyond the demo are discussed, but by Rhoam is there a lot to talk about! For this episode's NintenGem, we go mobile with the 2003 Game Boy Advance hit, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$! Join us, we Hylian recommend it.Email us comments, questions, complaints and suggestions at nintengems@gmail.comFollow/Subscribe on:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPodbean: https://nintengems.podbean.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/hwECKgTJWRFacebook: https://facebook.com/nintengemsTwitter: https://twitter.com/nintengems

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega MicroGame$!

NintenGems is a weekly Nintendo podcast where co-hosts Braydon and Jake discuss news, new releases, and a classic "gem".

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