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The Famicast

A gaming podcast recorded in Japan focusing on Nintendo, Japan related gaming events, news and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:28:57

The Famicast 314 - BUTTON PUSHER MANIFESTO

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2026/04/10

The cherry blossoms may be nearly gone, but spring is still definitely in the air as the crew bring you the latest episode of the show. New Business features some talk on a look at controllers and how customizable ones SHOULD be the future and some more discussion on Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on the Switch 2. After a quick break, the guys come at you with some news including a look at what’s next for Dragon Quest X Online in Japan, how Square Enix’s online title has been a part of The

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1:34:44

The Famicast 313 - WORLD TOUR: SHELBYVILLE

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2026/03/27

It's that time of the week again, and the Famicrew is back for another episode of the podcast! This time, the guys dive into the like of Starship Troopers - Ultimate Bug War on Switch 2, talk some Street Fighter 6 DLC, the latest Game Trial for Nintendo Switch Online in Japan and more. After a quick break, the boys discuss some news, including the Japanese naming conventions of the latest Pokémon. Following that, JC hits everyone (YOU included) with a special quiz before the guys close out the

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1:35:39

The Famicast 312 - 15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL

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2026/03/13

It's very hard to believe, but The Famicast as a podcast turns 15 as of March 11th (...12th in Japan)! The crew has talked about tons of games and will continue to do so in this episode. Joined by special guest Will from Raccoon City Cinemas, the guys talk about the Japanese version of Resident Evil Requiem (Biohazard Requiem), complete with some regional differences, as well as Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown. After a quick break, the guys reminisce about the show before moving on to a FAKE

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1:33:31

The Famicast 311 - YOU CAN STILL BE NORMAL ABOUT THIS

The Famicast ·

2026/02/27

The world of gaming never sleeps, but hopefully the Famicrew does so they can be fresh for this episode of the show! In New Business, the guys talk about the recent release of the Virtual Boy via the Nintendo Classics on the Nintendo Switch with impressions of the games, replica unit, Virtual Boy Cardboard Version and more! After a short break, the boys get into the latest news! Discussion includes the upcoming GBA non-NSO Pokémon release, the new Castlevania, Metal Gear Solid and more. After some

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1:28:22

The Famicast 310 - NINTENDO DIRECT-LY TO JAIL

The Famicast ·

2026/02/13

It's the first episode AFTER the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase in early February and you can bet your bottom dollar that the crew is here to talk about it! The show opens up with some talk on the Direct - the games, regional differences, what the guys are looking forward to and more! After a quick break, the boys shift over to New Business to talk some Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Console Archives Cool boarders and more.00:00:00 Intro00:01:48 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase (Feb. 5,

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1:26:49

The Famicast 309 - GOOD LORD THAT THING IS BACK

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2026/01/30

The crew is getting back into the swing of things heading into this late January 2026 episode of the show. New Business features discussion on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Super Meat Boy Forever and the Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. After a quick break, the boys are back for some news, highlighting the latest Mario Galaxy Movie trailer, the Super Mario Bros. Wonder upcoming DLC, the Virtual Boy NSO lineup and more. After some feedback from you, Ty shares his latest anime trash

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1:26:49

The Famicast 308 - NIGHT AT THE (NINTENDO) MUSEUM

The Famicast ·

2026/01/16

The guys are back for the first episode of 2026 and they're joined by Genki once again. This time, the crew focuses on what they've been doing over the break which includes discussion on Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2, Watch Dogs: Legion, a visit to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto and a ton more. The show is closed out with some feedback from you and a look at Ty's latest findings from UFO catchers.00:00:00 Intro00:04:35 Danny & Genki - Nintendo Museum00:35:43 Genki - Lumines Arise00:40:20 Ty - Watch

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1:55:44

The Famicast 307 - THE FAMMIES 2025

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2025/12/19

It’s that time of the year..THE FAMMIES 2025 is HERE! In this end of the year awards show, the guys talk about the best games of the year, their most played games, best music tracks and more! On top of that, the crew each give the Switch 2 a grade for 2025 and discuss what they are looking forward to in 2026. Thank you for all your support over the year and here’s to a healthy, happy holiday season with plenty of good games with good friends and family.00:00:00 Intro00:03:41 Top Played Games of

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1:20:59

The Famicast 306 - SUCK MY DLC YOU PUCK MAN

The Famicast ·

2025/12/05

Only one more episode of The Famicast left after this one, so the boys are bringing the heat! Recorded just hours before the release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the crew found some other relevant games to talk about in New Business including the likes of Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration - Namco Legendary Pack DLC, Battletoads, Mario & Wario and more. After a quick break, the guys come back with a light helping of news discussing some software sales numbers, Nintendo's latest acquisitionand

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1:26:08

The Famicast 305 - LINK MUST DIE

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2025/11/21

There are only a few more episodes left for 2025 and this time, the guys are bringing the heat once again. Joined by Will from Raccoon City Cinema, the crew dives into Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Kirby Air Riders: Global Test Ride and Shovel Knight: King of Cards to kick off the show in New Business. After a short break comes the news including discussion on the latest trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the Japan only PlayStation 5 and the lead-up to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. From

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1:21:43

The Famicast 304 - FINAL FANTASY TIKTOKS

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2025/11/07

The spooky season is officially over, but the crew is bringing some light Nintendo "horror" and a few other fun bits of game chat in this episode. To kick things off, the guys talk about the recently re-released Luigi Mansion (singular) for the Switch 2, Double Dragon Advance and Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. After a short break, it's time for some news including discussions on the Nintendo Store app, the latest Nintendo financial report, the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem extra

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1:24:48

The Famicast 303 - GET YOUR BIG TIMBS TO MCD'S

The Famicast ·

2025/10/24

Just in time for the end of October, the Famicrew are back and are joined once again by Will from Raccoon City Cinemas for another action packed episode. New Business sees the guys discussing Cronos: The New Dawn, Obakeidoro 2, a Metal Gear on MSX and some leftovers from TGS 2025. After a quick break, the guys break down the upcoming "Street Burger" Street Fighter campaign at McDonald's Japan and the upcoming Game Trials for Nintendo Switch Online members in Japan. Ty shares some of his latest pulls

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1:20:43

The Famicast 302 - TGS 2025 SPECIAL

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2025/10/03

The crew went, played games and sweat at Tokyo Game Show 2025. They're back, joined by Genki and Will (from Raccoon City Cinema) to talk about all of the awesome games that they checked out at the show! Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Resident Evil Requiem, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Tiny Metal 2, BALL x PIT, Obakeidoro 2 and more games from the TGS 2025 show floor!For more from us at TGS 2025, be sure to check out our TGS 2025 Hub Page here.Audio Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:04

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1:28:41

The Famicast 301 - SO YOU ASKED FOR LEGENDARY NECK PAIN

The Famicast ·

2025/09/19

The crew are all back for extra special episode of the show. Joined by Genki_JPN, the guys take a deep dive into the September 12, 2025 Nintendo Direct giving their thoughts on the games, discussing some Japan exclusives and more. After a quick break, the boyz highlight ALL* (probably) the exciting games that are coming to Tokyo Game Show 2025!00:00:00 Intro / Life in Japan00:09:51 Nintendo Direct Recap (Sep. 12, 2025) | Super Mario Bros. 40th00:29:39 Nintendo Direct Recap | Hyrule Warriors, DQVII,

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1:40:31

The Famicast 300 - THE COLLAB YOU'VE ALL BEEN WAITING...

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2025/09/05

It's hard to believe, but holy moly, the Famicrew has reached episode 300 of the podcast! In this very special episode, the guys offer up a look back on 300 episodes, discuss the Nintendo Switch in a retrospective segment, go through very special Pikmin quiz featured in trains across Japan, bring back Fake or Real and more in this exciting, celebratory episode!00:00:00 Intro00:02:17 Looking Back at 30000:15:41 Pikmin Quiz00:31:40 Switch 1 Retrospective01:09:21 Fake or Real01:33:35 OutroWe made it to

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1:33:10

The Famicast 299 - CHAIR BUD

The Famicast ·

2025/08/22

The tail end of summer is nearly here, but the game announcements and releases are just starting to heat up. In this episode, the guys touch on some awesome summer games, including Drag x Drive, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Vampire Survivors DLC and more. After a quick break, the crew breaks down the Kirby Air Riders Direct providing their thoughts on the game. Before closing out the show, the boys get to some feedback from you and take a quick dive into the Anime Trash.00:00:00

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1:36:38

The Famicast 298 - THE CLAW COMES FOR US ALL

The Famicast ·

2025/08/01

The guys are back for one more show before heading off on summer break! New Business is filled with discussions on Donkey Kong Bananza, WWE 2K25 on Switch 2, questionable decisions by Microsoft and more. After a quick break, it's time for the news. Topics discussed here are the Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Program, mouse support on SNES Nintendo Classics, LEGO Game Boy and last week's Pokémon Presents. After some feedback from you lovely folks, Ty digs into some Anime Trash before the guys close

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1:23:18

The Famicast 297 - THY PROGENITORS DOST ASSIST THEE

The Famicast ·

2025/07/18

Right on the eve of the next big Nintendo Switch 2 release, the guys are back to bring you the latest and greatest from Japan. For New Business, the crew talk about Switch 2 and how a certain member managed to get a system with the help of his parents (no shame in it!). After a quick break, the crew talks about the latest rumblings about Donkey Kong hitting the big screen in his own movie as well as take a look at the top selling games on the Japanese eShop for the first half of 2025. After some

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1:19:31

The Famicast 296 - THE THING YOU LIKE IS DONE FOR

The Famicast ·

2025/07/04

The crew is back for the first "normal" episode of the show in quite some time. Kicking things off with New Business, the boys talk about GameCube titles on the Switch 2, Vampire Survivors, a Dead by Daylight update and more. After a quick break, it's time for the news where the guys discuss thechanges to the My Nintendo Store lotteries in Japan, the next GameCube game coming to Nintendo Classics and Drag x Drive. After some feedback from you lovely folks, the crew closes out the show.00:00:00

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1:28:35

The Famicast 295 - SUPER BANANAJIN

The Famicast ·

2025/06/20

The Switch 2 is in the house and the boys are here to talk all about it! Danny and friend of the show Genki_JPN have the console and share their thoughts on the launch, the games, language locking, backwards compatibility and more. After a short break, the crew comes back to cover the LIVE Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct! Watch along with the guys for a good time at what will hopefully be an awesome game on the Switch 2. Ty shares some Anime Trash (TM) before closing out the show.00:00:00

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