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Splatoon Raiders Review, Fire Emblem Direct & Nintendo News | Nintendo PowerCast NPC Ep. 540 Aug 07, 2026

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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 else happening across Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Switch 2 Open Beta Announced! Jul 21, 2026

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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 version, and whether Call of Duty can deliver the performance players expect from a competitive shooter.

Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23, 2026, alongside the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions.

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The NES Turns 43! | Nintendo PowerCast Ep. 539 Jul 17, 2026

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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 defined it, and discuss how the NES changed Nintendo and the entire video game industry.

What is your favorite NES game of all time?

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Rumor: Fortnite’s Biggest Gaming Crossover EVER?! Jul 16, 2026

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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 share which Nintendo characters we would want included in a full gaming legends season. Remember, none of these collaborations have been officially confirmed by Epic Games, so take everything with a grain of salt until an announcement is made.

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Who Is Mario? The History of Nintendo’s Greatest Icon | Nintendo PowerCast Episode 538 Jul 10, 2026

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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 era, we’re breaking down what makes Mario more than just Nintendo’s mascot.

Join the conversation and tell us what Mario means to you. Subscribe for Nintendo news, discussions, reviews, reactions, and more from the Nintendo PowerCast.

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Nintendo Talks Game Preservation, Switch Online, and the Future of Classics Jul 08, 2026

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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, Nintendo seems focused on subscriptions as the main path forward for its classic library.

Furukawa also said Nintendo wants to keep exploring a “variety of possibilities” when it comes to giving players access to games from the past. Tonight we’re talking about what that actually means, whether Switch Online is enough, why fans still miss Virtual Console, and what Nintendo needs to do next to make its classic game strategy feel complete.

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Rhythm Heaven Groove Review | Nintendo PowerCast Episode 537 Jul 03, 2026

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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 favorite rhythm game in the comments!

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Metroid Ravenous Leaked for Nintendo Switch 2?! Jul 02, 2026

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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 mean, whether MercurySteam might be involved, and when Nintendo could officially reveal the game.

Nothing has been officially announced by Nintendo, so treat this as a rumor for now. Subscribe for Nintendo news, rumors, reactions, and discussions. #MetroidRavenous #Metroid #NintendoSwitch2

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Splatoon Raiders Direct and Previews Are Here! Jul 01, 2026

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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, and discuss whether Splatoon Raiders looks like the next must-play Nintendo game. What do you want to see from Splatoon Raiders? Let me know in the chat!

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Splatoon Raiders Gets a Direct and Nintendo Treehouse Live! Jun 30, 2026

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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-player-focused spinoff can justify becoming its own full Nintendo Switch 2 release.

Splatoon Raiders launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23, 2026. Let us know in the comments: Are you excited to see more Splatoon Raiders, or has Nintendo already shown enough? Subscribe for Nintendo news, discussions, reviews, livestreams, and more from the Nintendo PowerCast.

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