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Super Switch Headz

Super Switch Headz

Super Switch Headz brings you the latest Nintendo news, rumors, speculation, and hype! In every episode your hosts David Howe, Patrick Knisely, Matthew Stoner, and special guests discuss and explore the world of Nintendo. We are the official podcast of the Switch Headz (DISCORD and Facebook) groups.

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01:41:12

Everybody is Misunderstanding Drag x Drive - #319

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/08/20

This week comedians JP Bremer and Chadwick Smith join David to discuss Nintendo's latest controversial first-party sports game Drag x Drive. Why is everyone so upset about this game? In what ways is the game being mischaracterized in coverage? We break it down and also give our thoughts on the current state of motion controls on Switch 2. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Kirby Air Riders Direct, Gamescom 2025, Pokemon World Championships, Roblox being sued by the State of

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01:40:41

Donkey Kong Bananza Endgame SPOILER Discussion! - #318

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/08/13

THE END? We're joined by artist Rory Blank and filmmaker Tommy Green this week to dive down to the core of Donkey Kong Bananza's ending and postgame in a FULL SPOILER main topic (timecodes below for non-spoiler sections). Does the game stick the landing for long-time DK fans? How did we react to [REDACTED]? Tune in to find out! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Drag x Drive Global Jam demo, Microsoft cancelling Contraband, Sony ending exclusivity, Nintendo bringing Silksong

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01:36:52

Breaking Down the First Direct of the Switch 2 Era -...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/08/06

This week David and Summer discuss the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and what it portends for the rest of Nintendo's 2025. Was it a strong enough showing for this point in the Switch 2's life cycle? We give our grade of the presentation and predict what comes next. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the massive price increases on Switch 1 hardware and Switch 2 accessories due to the Trump tariffs, the release of Mario Paint on Nintendo Classics, Pokemon TCG controversy, and

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01:10:15

Is the Next Animal Crossing Nintendo's First MMO? - #316

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/07/30

We talk Animal Crossing this week as Molly Phoenix (AKA Weast/Numbra) joins to discuss where we see the future of the series heading on the Switch 2. Is it finally time for Nintendo to dive head first into the realm of MMOs? What quality of life updates could a sequel to the massively popular New Horizons have in store? Listen to hear all of our thoughts. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the itch.io's new NSFW policies, a better breakdown of the Pokemon Presents, the new LEGO

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01:50:43

Donkey Kong Finally Got the 3D Platformer He Deserves...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/07/23

HE'S FINALLY BACK TO KICK SOME TAIL!! Donkey Kong Bananza released this past week and we discuss our time with this new Nintendo masterpiece with special guest Kyle Romero. Can it possibly live up to the hype? We break down everything we love about the game and some things we'd still love to see. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Pokemon Presents, Nintendo employee turnover rates, the return of the Nintendo Switch Online Playtest, and much more. As always, we close with the

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01:39:29

What's Coming for Mario's 40th Anniversary? (ft....

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/07/16

This week we're joined by Daniel Alba from GVG (Good Vibes Gaming) to discuss what Nintendo possibly has in store for Mario's 40th anniversary this year. Will we see a new Mario Paint? Is it finally time for Super Mario Maker 3? We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Nintendo Direct rumors, Game Key Card surveys going out in Japan, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you

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01:44:28

How Nintendo Turned Their Theme Park into One Big...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/07/09

This week we talk all about Super Nintendo World with fan favorite Chris McKeever joining on the pod to discuss the gamification of theme parks. Summer recounts us with stories of their trip to the new Epic Universe in Orlando with thoughts on the new Donkey Kong Country section of the park alongside its Mario counterpart. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as mass layoffs at Xbox, secret N64 games coming to Nintendo Switch Online, revelations from the recent investor Q&A, and much

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01:49:27

9 Things Nintendo Learned from Steam Deck (+9 They...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/07/02

SWITCH 2 vs. STEAM DECK! This week we're joined by Patrick Knisely and Brian Bonnet to discuss the myriad features Nintendo borrowed from Valve's own hybrid console for the Switch 2, and the features they could still lift from the Steam Deck for a better user experience. While both systems stand on their own, there's a lot both companies could learn from each other. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as a controversial update to Mario Kart World, price increases on Switch games in

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01:35:31

15 Updates We NEED for Mario Kart World - #311

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/06/25

We're joined by Alex Von Kurkendall (AVK) this week to discuss in greater detail the $80 launch title Mario Kart World and the updates we'd like to see added to the game going forward. Can we get a single player campaign? A Donkey Kong island? How about we simply fix the online partying system? We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as our glowing review of the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, Sakurai's comments about Generative AI, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve

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01:30:52

Breath of the Frog: Big Hops Developer Interview - #310

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/06/18

This week we're joined by developer Chris Wade from Luckshot Games to discuss his upcoming 3D platformer Big Hops! This game currently has a Kickstarter campaign and demo on Steam that has completely captivated us so we sat down with Chris to discuss what makes a 3D platformer so good, and why fluidity of movement, player expression, and free climbing are so important to the genre. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the announcement of Splatoon Raiders, Disney and Universal suing

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01:59:44

One Week with Switch 2 and Mario Kart World! - #309

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/06/11

HOLY MOTORS! The Switch 2 has been out for nearly one whole week and we give you our unabashed thoughts: the good, the bad, and the Welcome Tour. We also give our initial impressions on Mario Kart World, and discuss how magically it evolves the series. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as our highlights from Summer Game Fest, record-breaking Switch 2 day one sales numbers, The Legend of Zelda movie getting delayed, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been

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01:36:13

'Twas the Night Before Switch 2.... - #308

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/06/04

Our old friend Patrick Knisely (Pdyx) joins the podcast this week to discuss the Switch 2's imminent release and also to look back on 8 years of the original model of Nintendo's hybrid console. Come ride the hype train with us one last time before launch!! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as video game industry unionization efforts coming to a head, updates to N64 games on Nintendo Classics, a new mobile app and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing

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01:45:29

Ranking Every Nintendo Launch Lineup w/ Jon...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/05/28

GVG's Jon Cartwright joins us again this week to go through all of Nintendo's home console launch lineups (including the Switch 2!) and rank them in a definitive list of best to worst. How does the Switch 2 stack up against Nintendo's outings historically? We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as a Nintendo Direct rumored for a week after the new system's launch, new Game Boy titles added to Nintendo Classics and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen

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01:28:00

The Gigification of Games Media w/ Ben Bertoli - #306

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/05/21

This week we talk with Ben Bertoli (Polygon, Kotaku, IGN) about the current state of gaming journalism following the sale of Polygon and the layoff of the majority of their staff. With sites like Giant Bomb going independent, how feasible are smaller scale operations in the media space? We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news and rumors such as Nintendo attending Gamescom, Nintendo's ability to brick your Switch 2, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen

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45:26

Super Nintendo Trivia Headz: David vs Summer -...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/05/14

This week, in a long awaited follow-up to our previous episode in the series, we play a round of Nintendo trivia. David and Summer go head to head while Jordan asks the questions. Who will come out on top? Feel free to play along with us and test your Nintendo trivia knowledge!! Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon:

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01:48:31

20 Things We Still Don't Know About Switch 2 - #305

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/05/07

We are only ONE MONTH AWAY from the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Kyle Baker joins the podcast this week to ask all the unanswered questions we still have about the upcoming system. What will the release cadence be for the new console? How is Game Share going to work? How good is that microphone, really? We get down to brass tacks and discuss all we know. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news and rumors such as the Switch's 20.0.0 firmware update, GTA VI getting delayed, Nintendo's

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01:36:53

Water - #304

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/04/30

Comedian Garrett Buss joins the podcast this week to talk all about water in video games. From level 2-2 in Super Mario Bros. to realistic water physics in Red Dead Redemption 2, we break down how water is a fundamental part of game design. We also cover the Nintendo news and rumors like our experience with the Switch 2 preorder system (it was madness), a new addition to Game Boy Advance NSO, lawsuits against Epic Games and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to

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01:38:13

Is Nintendo Fumbling the Switch 2 Rollout? (ft. Jared...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/04/23

We're joined by Jared Stults of Devolver Digital this week to talk about the PR rollout for the Nintendo Switch 2. Between fans chanting "drop the price," tariff woes, and Shuhei Yoshida claiming Nintendo's lost the sauce, we break down their announcement strategy and if it will have any effect on console sales. We also cover the Nintendo news and rumors such as the Mario Kart Direct and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts,

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01:44:30

AI, Robotics, and Existential Dread: Qualia Dev...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/04/16

This week Sydney (aka allsee) from CMY2K joins to talk about her solo indie game qualia. Covering themes on artificial intelligence, existentialism, and yearning, we break down the writing process and what it's like to ship your first game. We also cover the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Switch 2's ongoing tariff situation, pricing controversies, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve all been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or

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01:44:13

The Trump Tariffs and the Switch 2: An Economist...

Super Switch Headz ·

2025/04/09

This week we are joined by economics professor Dustin Rumbaugh to get to the bottom of the Trump Tariffs and how they will potentially affect Nintendo following the delay of pre-orders in the US for the Nintendo Switch 2. Will we see a delay in release or a bump in the already controversial price? We also cover the gaming and Nintendo news, including a bevy of Switch 2 updates following the Nintendo Treehouse and hands-on events, some missing features from Nintendo's next console, and a Switch

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