Nintendo Cartridge Society

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond lands today in an unusual early-December launch. Is this normal for Nintendo? And what does it typically mean when they drop a big game this late in the year? Patrick and Mark trace the history of Nintendo’s December releases in search of answers.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

To celebrate the launch of Kirby Air Riders, Patrick and Mark pick the Nintendo franchises they think should be next in line for a racing game spinoff.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark recap another week packed with Nintendo news, including a new overview trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, first looks at both the Super Mario Galaxy Movie and The Legend of Zelda film, and a release date for Pokemon Pokopia.The guys also talk about:Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition as a party game.This year's The Game Awards nominees are announced.The next special event in Donkey Kong Bananaza.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

With Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment just released and Kirby Air Riders mere weeks away, Patrick and Mark welcome special guest Jacques Mouledoux to discuss their favorite Nintendo spinoffs.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Nintendo's latest earnings report brings an impressive update on the number of Switch 2's sold, but also plateauing Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions, leaving Patrick and Mark to wonder where the service goes from here. Plus, a Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct this Wednesday, impressions from the Kirby Air Riders: Global Test Ride, and more.Listen to Mark on Video Games: A Comedy Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-363-nintendo-3ds-space-solace-xxv/id1422537563?i=1000736060680The guys also talk about:Playing Attack of the Friday Monsters on the Nintendo 3DS.Nintendo's Black Friday deals.A Nintendo Shop app launches outside of Japan.The Legend of Zelda movie starts production in New Zealand.Miyamoto gives an updates on his involvement with Mario game development.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Last week's announcement of the major 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons inspires Patrick and Mark to pitch their own ideas for future updates in the franchise. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark get ready to go back to the island as Nintendo announces a major update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Plus, a vinyl release of Breath of the Wild's soundtrack, Capcom rolls out the red carpet for Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2, and more.The guys also talk about:The fun NSO Icons Nintendo is quietly producing.Mark's impressions of the Chip Fever event in Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC.A "timely" update to the Nintendo Music app.Limited Run Games announces NES cult classic Little Samson is on its way to Switch.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

It’s almost Halloween, and Patrick and Mark are celebrating by haunting 13 (the spookiest number!) Nintendo franchises. The guys give each franchise a "trick," something that trips the series up, and a "treat," something worth celebrating.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark swap machines with Chef Kawasaki and hit the gas to cover all of the announcements from the second Kirby Air Riders Direct. Plus, a surprise update for Pikmin 4, new Switch 2 third-party announcements, and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick beating Hades II (possibly?).The surprise pleasures of UFO 50 as a social experience.Mark's continuing adventures in Dragon Quest III HD-2D.Assassin's Creed Shadows and Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition announced for Switch 2, and Eldin Ring delayed.Pokemon Legends: Z-A first week sales.Mario joins the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.Super Mario Odyssey's 8th anniversary.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark rewind through gaming history, celebrating their favorite titles from 5, 10, 20, and 30 years ago.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark take a sick day from work to discuss Chip Fever, a new event starting next week in Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC. Plus, Patrick's first impressions of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Mark gets back on the Resident Evil hype train, and more.The guys also talk about:More of Patrick's adventures in Hades II.Mark grinding out progress in Dragon Quest III HD-2D.Nintendo officially comments on last week's hack.Reports that Nintendo is increasing Switch 2 production ahead of the holiday season.Ask Iwata getting a paperback release in 2026.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Hey, we're walkin' here! Patrick and Mark celebrate the release of Pokemon Legends: Z-A and its return to Lumiose City by discussing their favorite Nintendo cities. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Long live weird Nintendo! Last week, Nintendo released a new short film created by Nintendo Pictures...not once, not twice, but three times, and Patrick and Mark wonder if there's more than meets the eye to this new Pikmin animation. Plus, Nintendo is hit by a hacking group, Mina the Hollower is delayed, and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick's continued adventures in Hades II.Mark forsaking Dragon Quest III HD-2D in the name of more Mario Galaxy 2.The origins of Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World.Final Fantasy VII, VIII, and IX getting a physical release on Switch.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Donkey Kong Bananza blessed us with a few new Kongs, so, for the first time since 2018, Patrick and Mark rank all of the Kongs from worst to first. Which Kong will reign supreme as the King of the Banana Hoard? SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

With Metroid Prime 4 a little less than two months away, Patrick and Mark do a gut check to see how they're feeling about the game and what its success or failure might mean for the future of the franchise. Plus, first impressions of Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 on Switch (2), more exclusive Nintendo Museum merch, and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick's progress in Hades II.Nintendo's strategy with the Nintendo Music app.A GameStop Pokemon promotion gone awry.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCH / SWITCH 2Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050