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The Only 3D Mario Game Tier-List Episode You'll Ever Need - NVC 684 Oct 27, 2023

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In this week's episode of Nintendo Voice Chat, the crew puts together the definitive, one and only acceptable tier list of the 3D Mario games from 64 up to Odyssey.

00:03:18 Previously on NVC...

00:04:12 Super Mario 64

00:09:03 Super Mario Sunshine

00:15:07 Super Mario 64 DS

00:17:59 Super Mario Galaxy/Galaxy 2

00:26:41 Super Mario 3D Land

00:32:14 Super Mario 3D World/Bowser's Fury

00:36:26 Super Mario Odyssey

00:43:34 Let's talk Super Mario Bros. Wonder

00:58:55 What's Going On Between Nintendo and the Smash Bros. Community?

01:05:28 Miiverse

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Did Super Mario Bros. Wonder Live Up to Our Expectations? [It's Real Good!] - NVC 683 Oct 19, 2023

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We are joined by Ryan McCaffrey to talk about Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a game he not only reviewed, but enjoyed immensely. We also argue about which is the superior Mario format: 2D or 3D. Which one comes out on top? You'll have to listen to the episode. On top of that, we read some of YOUR favorite Mario games, and dive deep into reviews during Question Block. Join Kat Bailey, Jada Griffin, Seth Macy and special guest Ryan McCaffrey for the best Nintendo podcast of all time, Nintendo Voice Chat.

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We Definitively Rank Every Mainline 2D Mario Game - NVC 682 Oct 12, 2023

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With the release of Super Mario Wonder fast approaching, we sat down to decide, once and for all, the tiered rankings of every mainline 2D Mario game. Join The People's Champion Reb Valentine, Industry Legend Kat Bailey, Podcast Mainstay Jada Griffin and Seth Macy for another episode of the world's number-1 best of all-time Nintendo podcast.

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The Definitive 'Don't Miss' Nintendo Switch Games - NVC 681 Oct 05, 2023

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What are the games on Switch you absolutely need to play? Beyond the obvious ones, I mean. Well, we've assembled a crack team of Switch game recommenders to tell you about some of the best Switch games you may have missed, and why you should definitely go and check them out sooner rather than later. Join Reb Valentine, Jada Griffin, the return of Tom Marks, and Seth Macy for an episode of pure Nintendo Switch game recommendations. Got any of your own? Hit the comments and let us know.

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Let's Remember the Nintendo 64 - NVC 680 Sep 28, 2023

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This week we take a trip down memory lane to talk about everyone's favorite 64-bit Nintendo console, the Nintendo 64. Originally launched September 26, 1996, we reminisce about our own experiences and hear from listeners. On top of that, "The Peoples' Champion" Reb Valentine brought snacks! Join Seth Macy, Reb Valentine, Brian Altano and Jada Griffin for a nostalgia-soaked episode of Nintendo Voice Chat.

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Mortal Kombat on Switch Is... Exactly What You'd Expect - NVC 679 Sep 25, 2023

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With bad graphics, weird glitches, and a $70 price tag, the Nintendo Switch version of Mortal Kombat 1 has the internet abuzz right now with memes and a sense of bafflement. But there's more this week than just the disappointment of a current-gen fighter running on the Switch, including the equally disappointing Pokemon DLC, but also how Microsoft really wants to buy Nintendo. And with the release of F-Zero 99, we take a moment to pitch our OWN 99-style games for Nintendo Switch Online.

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The September Nintendo Direct's Biggest Reveals - NVC 678 Sep 14, 2023

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The Nintendo Direct had TONS of great new reveals to get excited about, and Brian Altano, Seth Macy, Reb Valentine, and Peer Schneider are here to talk about them all! With everything from F-Zero 99, to Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door, and the reveal of Princess Peach: Showtime gameplay, we're breaking it all down. There were even some great 3rd party reveals, including Unicorn Overlord from Vanillaware, a Trombone Champ port FINALLY coming to Switch, and more on Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story. There's a lot to talk about, so let's jump in!

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No DLC for Tears of the Kingdom? Afraid So - NVC 677 Sep 07, 2023

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Wow, Nintendo had a week, huh? We learned the Tears of the Kingdom crew won't be putting out DLC, but are instead moving on to a whole new game. That kind of rules but also sucks. And it wouldn't be a full episode of the Nintendo Voice Chat podcast without a good discussion about Switch 2 rumors, a rumored Nintendo Direct, and then some actual Nintendo facts via Logan Plant's interview with Doug Bowser. Plus, your questions answered on another episode of the best Nintendo podcast in the universe.

00:00:00 - Intro & Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors

00:17:26 - Are We Getting ANOTHER Nintendo Direct?

00:35:12 - No Tears of the Kingdom DLC?!

00:56:00 - NVC Shoutouts

01:01:15 - Question Block & Outro

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A Super Mario Bros. Wonder & Sea of Stars Double Feature! - NVC 676 Aug 31, 2023

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In this very special episode of NVC, not only are we having a Q&A with Ryan McCaffrey about the Super Mario Bros. Wonder Preview he had a chance to attend, but we also hang out with Sabotage Studio founder Thierry Boulanger to talk about Sea of Stars! We have a huge stack of questions that need answers, and we're also digging into the grab bag of community questions. There is a ton of information to unpack today, so whether you're anticipating spending all your time in Sea of Stars, or playing with all the new powerups in Mario Bros. Wonder (or both!), we've got a jam packed episode full of new reveals on IGN's Nintendo Voice Chat podcast!

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Charles Martinet Hangs Up the Red Hat - NVC 675 Aug 24, 2023

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Everyone's at Gamescom except us and, apparently, Nintendo, so Rebekah, Kat, Brendan, and Travis are holding down the fort talking about Charles Martinet's retirement as the voice of Mario and how Mario Wonder will handle the change, Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3's low Switch framerate, and Travis' time with Palia.
00:00:00 - Intro & Charles Martinet Says Goodbye to Mario

00:15:18 - Pringles Icons

00:23:01 - Metal Gear Solid 2 & 3 Switch Performance Isn't Great

00:34:33 - What Has Nintendo Shown at gamescom So Far?

00:50:08 - NVC MiiVerse

01:10:46 - Question Block & Outro

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