Show notes
This week on All Things Nintendo, freelance writer and board game creator Ben Bertoli joins the show to discuss the franchises that were once on Nintendo that he and Brian want to come back during the Switch 2 years. They also render their Pokémon Day hopes, dreams, and predictions, and cover the latest news, including the end of My Nintendo Gold Points, an impending Tony Hawk's Pro Skater announcement, and Pokémon Go potentially being sold.
NOTE: At the start of the third segment, some technical difficulties negatively impact the audio quality of Brian's audio. The problem is solved about five minutes into the segment. We apologize for the sound quality during that brief stretch.
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The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:38 – Switch 2 Analyst Price Prediction
00:03:56 – Nintendo Discontinues Loyalty Program
00:10:23 – Niantic Reportedly Selling Games Division
00:19:22 – Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind Updates
00:23:56 – Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Announcement Teases
00:29:12 – Mouthwashing Coming to Switch
00:31:30 – Night School and NetEase Layoffs
00:41:33 – Franchises We Want to See Return to Nintendo
01:15:56 – Pokémon Day 2024 Predictions
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