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Nintendo Voice Chat

IGN & Geek Media

For over 130 years, Nintendo has been a pioneer in gaming, creating legendary franchises like Mario, Zelda, and Donkey Kong. Every week, IGN’s Nintendo Voice Chat podcast celebrates all things Nintendo—past, present, and future. Join the NVC crew for expert analysis, news, and lively discussions on everything from classic favorites to the latest on Nintendo Switch and the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you"re a lifelong fan or just jumping in, Nintendo Voice Chat is your go-to

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82:20

The Rumored Ocarina of Time Remake: Everything We...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/04/10

The Nintendo world keeps talking about the rumored Ocarina of Time remake, and this week, the NVC crew is weighing in with their thoughts. Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they talk about the storm of information from leaker Nate the Hate, and what direction Nintendo should take if it chooses to remake one of its most iconic Zelda games. Then, Jada is playing Pokemon Champions and talks about its disappointing start, but potential for growth in the future. Plus,

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94:18

Logan, Peer, and Brian Review The Super Mario Galaxy...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/04/03

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now, and we’ve all seen it! This week, join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they dive into their spoiler-free impressions of the second (or third, technically?) Mario movie. Is it better than the first? How are Yoshi and Rosalina? And what about Fox McCloud’s crazy inclusion? Then, the trio dives into their full spoiler impressions. Plus, hear about Brian’s trip to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto and his interview with Shigeru Miyamoto, more thoughts

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51:44

Mario Wonder’s Bellabel Park Is the First Great...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/03/26

The next Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is here, and it’s the best one yet! This week, Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine break down Logan’s review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, which has great co-op multiplayer challenges, fantastic Koopaling boss fights, and a lot more. Then, two big new overview trailers for upcoming Switch games: Pokemon Champions and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Logan has played a few hours of Tomodachi Life, and he shares

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101:54

Judging YOUR Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 804

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/03/20

Is Double Dash the worst Mario Kart? Is Nintendo out of ideas for Zelda games? Are $80 games actually a reason to like Nintendo? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they react to your Nintendo hot takes! There are so many we aren’t able to get to, but thank you so much to all the Super Ninfriendos who took the time to write in. Plus, the new Switch 2 update is a game changer for backwards compatibility in handheld mode, Reb interviewed the developers of Donkey Kong

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81:00

Our Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 803

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/03/13

Should Zelda be gritty and mature? Is the Switch the most important console of all time? And why is everyone always talking about the next Nintendo Direct? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they share their Nintendo hot takes and judge each other for them. Next week, we’ll be talking about YOUR Nintendo hot takes, so be sure to email them to nvc@ign.com to be a part of the show. After things cool down, the guys discuss the wonders of Pokemon Pokopia and why it’s one of the

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87:03

Pokemon Pokopia Is the Best Pokemon Game in Years -...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/03/06

Pokemon Pokopia is here, and it’s amazing! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as Reb talks about her 60+ hours in Pokopia so far and why it’s a must-have Switch 2 game. From the excellent building and customization to the fun, cozy loop of finding new Pokemon and creating homes for them, we break down everything that makes Pokopia a special Pokemon spinoff. Then, Brian and Logan talk about the horrors of Resident Evil Requiem, and the panel breaks down the best games

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55:47

Pokemon Winds and Waves First Reactions - NVC 801

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/02/27

Pokemon Winds and Waves are the new games for Pokemon’s 10th generation, officially revealed as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebration. This week on NVC, join Logan Plant, Casey DeFreitas, Miranda Sanchez, and Nick Limon as they react to the first trailer for the pair of Switch 2 exclusive games. From the new region, to the trio of starter Pokemon, there’s a lot to break down! Plus, they talk about everything else from the Pokemon Presents, including FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo

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86:33

It’s Time for Zelda to Say Goodbye to the Breath of...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/02/20

It’s The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary this week, so we’re turning our attention to where the next big 3D entry should go following Tears of the Kingdom. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Sam Claiborn as they discuss what they want from the next open world Zelda, including a refreshed art style, a new take on the light world/dark world mechanic, and ideas for twists on the classic good vs. evil tale. But before they get into all that, the Virtual Boy library is now available

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82:12

Mario Tennis Fever Is Good… But Not $70 Good - NVC 799

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/02/13

Mario Tennis Fever is a fun, solid Mario sports game, but it doesn’t live up to Nintendo’s promise of “variable pricing” for its games. This week, join Logan Plant and Brian Altano as Logan shares his thoughts on Fever, which leads into a wider discussion about Nintendo’s pricing strategy this generation. Then, Logan played Pokemon Pokopia at a preview event, and he’s super impressed with everything he saw! Stick around to hear Brian’s impressions of Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and all the juicy

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71:11

Nintendo Direct Reactions + We Played a Bunch of...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/02/05

Nintendo’s latest Partner Showcase included updates on a ton of third-party games, including a trio of Bethesda games heading to Switch 2, confirmation of a Leon Kennedy amiibo for Resident Evil Requiem, some fun Switch 2 exclusives like the co-op platformer Orbitals, and a lot more. Join Logan Plant and Seth Macy as they break everything down. Then, stick around to hear Logan’s impressions of Mario Tennis Fever, Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, Virtual

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70:46

What’s Next for Metroid After Prime 4? - NVC 797

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/01/30

After nearly a decade of coverage, it’s time to close the book on Metroid Prime 4. Join Logan Plant and Peer Scheider as they break down everything that worked and everything that didn’t in Prime 4: Beyond. We’re talking full spoilers, so that includes details on the ending, our favorite bosses and moments, final thoughts on controversial elements like the desert and the NPCs, and more. And it’s all contextualized by some fascinating stories from the development of Prime 4 straight from folks at

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96:13

When Is the Next 3D Mario Coming Out? - NVC 796

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/01/23

Where is 3D Mario?? A lot of Nintendo fans are wondering, so the NVC crew is here to debate if we’re expecting to see the next 3D Mario this year. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they build a case for and against 3D Mario in 2026. From Mario’s 40th anniversary to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to Donkey Kong Bananza, there is a lot of evidence on both sides of the argument. Then, the crew talks about Final Fantasy VII Remake’s excellent Switch 2 port and an

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91:36

First Impressions of Animal Crossing: New Horizons’...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/01/16

Animal Crossing: New Horizons got a huge update on Switch 1 as well as a Switch 2 Edition, and it’s time to talk all about it! Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, and Peer Schneider as they share impressions of the new features like a hotel to decorate and Nintendo items to display, and some big quality of life updates to crafting and decorating. But the big question is, is this enough to bring people back? Then, the panel kicks off NVC’s celebration of Zelda’s 40th anniversary by looking back at

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82:18

Our Nintendo 2026 Predictions Spectacular - NVC 794

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2026/01/09

Nintendo Voice Chat is back for 2026, and it’s time to preview everything we know is coming to Switch 2 and Switch this year. Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, Rebekah Valentine, and Brian Altano as they discuss Switch 2 updates for Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, new Switch 2 exclusives like Mario Tennis Fever and Pokemon Pokopia, and a lot more. Then, in the predictions segment, we guess everything we think is coming this year, from Pokemon’s 30th anniversary, to Zelda’s

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60:44

The Nintendo Voice Chat 2025 Holiday Special - NVC ???

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/12/25

Surprise! We’re back with a special episode as a holiday gift to all our wonderful listeners. But there’s a twist: no Nintendo talk allowed! Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they talk about their favorite video games that didn’t make it to Nintendo consoles in 2025. From Clair Obscur taking the world by storm, to other hits like Ghost of Yotei, and deep cuts like Revenge of the Savage Planet, here are our favorite Nontendo games of the year. Plus, they discuss the

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54:46

The Best Nintendo Game of 2025 Is… - NVC 793

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/12/17

It’s the final episode of 2025, which means it’s time to crown the best Nintendo games of the year! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they highlight their favorite first-party games on Switch 2 and the best third-party games that came to Nintendo platforms. Then, they talk about the big winner that we’ll all remember as the highlight of Nintendo’s 2025. From Kirby Air Riders, to Hollow Knight Silksong, to Donkey Kong Bananza, this show celebrates the very best of

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75:49

Rumors, Release, and Records: Switch 2's Wild 2025 -...

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/12/10

We only have two episodes left in 2025, so it’s time to start looking back at Nintendo’s big year. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Seth Macy as they reflect on Switch 2’s debut, from its tease in January, to the reveal in April, to its eventual launch in June. Plus, their feelings on the new console now that it’s been out for six months. They also discuss Nintendo’s other big moves this year, like theme parks, movies, stores, and a lot more.00:01:19 - Seth and Jada’s Metroid Prime 4

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91:59

Was Metroid Prime 4 Worth the Wait? - NVC 791

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/12/05

You’re not dreaming: Metroid Prime 4 is here, and it is great. After eight years of waiting, we can’t wait to tell you all about what we think of Samus Aran’s latest adventure. Join Logan Plant, Brendan Graeber, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they dive into Logan and Brendan’s in-depth thoughts of Prime 4. From its amazing dedicated areas, to its not-so-great open world desert, to the mixed implementation of the companions, there’s a ton to get to from the planet Viewros. Then, stick around for

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71:44

Metroid Prime Trilogy Retrospective - NVC 790

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/11/28

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is just one week away, so we’re celebrating by looking back on the entire Metroid Prime Trilogy. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider in a special prerecorded episode where they talk about Metroid Prime’s impact when it launched on GameCube, Prime 2: Echoes’ divisive dark world that has aged gracefully, and Prime 3: Corruption’s epic setpieces and Wii-era motion controls. Then, Brian shows off highlights from the Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective art

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71:35

Why Kirby Air Riders Is Great - NVC 789

Nintendo Voice Chat ·

2025/11/19

Kirby Air Riders is out tomorrow on Nintendo Switch 2, and we’re here to break down the IGN review! Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as Reb and Seth ask Logan all about his 30 hours in Kirby Air Riders. Hear why this is a fantastic return for Masahiro Sakurai, why Air Riders feels like jumping straight from Smash 64 to Ultimate, and why the limited control scheme occasionally holds it back. Then, Seth talks all about the Analogue 3D, a brand new way to play N64 games on your 4K

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