Two Nintendo Directs enter, one Randomer Nintendo leaves. The dust has settled on Nintendo’s double whammy of showcases and we’re here to break down the big trends, discuss the Switch 2 games we’re most hyped for, and try to make sense of whatever’s going on with Mario Kart World. Plus, we share thoughts on The Odyssey and attending an all-day Lord of the Rings movie marathon. What was your favorite Direct announcement? Tell us in a comment! If you like the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Enjoy the episode, presented Directly to you! Topics [0:02:00] The Odyssey [0:11:00] Attending a Lord of the Rings marathon [0:21:00] Nintendo Direct x2 [0:23:00] Kirby and the World Beyond [0:31:00] Metroid Ravenous [0:45:00] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time [0:48:00] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake’s Divisive Character Models May Reflect Shigeru Miyamoto’s Love of Puppetry, Nintendo Veteran Believes (IGN) [0:59:00] Star Fox and Pikmin 4 [1:03:00] Mario Kart World’s new updates (or lack thereof?) [1:25:00] Nintendo Direct Takeaways
A game yet to be released, unreleased games finally released, and revisiting a game already released. Yes, this episode of Randomer Nintendo has it all. We share our impressions of The Duskbloods Network Test, the Virtual Boy’s Zero Racers and D-Hopper, and the deeper modes of Rhythm Heaven Groove. Pus, we take a trip to The Magic Faraway Tree, experience Scream in 16mm, and discuss the franchises we think got ruined over time. Are you excited for The Duskbloods? Leave a comment with your thoughts on From Software’s big Switch 2 exclusive. If you like the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Enjoy! Topics [0:28:00] The Duskbloods Network Test [0:53:00] Rhythm Heaven Groove (again!) [1:04:00] Scream in 16mm [1:13:00] The Magic Faraway Tree [1:24:00] Franchises Ruined Over Time [1:44:00] From the Virtual Boy vault: Zero Racers and D-Hopper
Today’s Randomer Nintendo is brought to you by the letter S. In this episode, we share our thoughts on three big S topics: Splatoon Raiders, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and what makes a good, proper spin-off. Plus, along the way, we cover Nintendo’s latest financial report, try to remember the name of a certain Pokemon movie, and more. What’s your favorite spin-off? Leave a comment and let us know! If you like the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Enjoy the S’pisode! Topics [0:15] Splatoon Raiders [0:36] Jason sneaks in a Nintendo Sales Corner [0:45] Favorite spin-offs and what makes a proper spin-off [1:24] Spider-Man: Brand New Day
It was nerd heaven, it was humid, it was the return of Nintendo. We’re back from San Diego Comic-Con 2026 and we have a lot to share, from impressions of Nintendo’s multiple Splatoon Raiders separate activations to a first hands-on with the upcoming Switch Sports Resort. Plus, we discuss other ‘con highlights and Angel finally finishing Clair Obscure: Expedition 33. What was your favorite news out of this year’s Comic-Con? Comment and let us know. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Enjoy! Topics [0:17] General Comic-Con Discussion [0:36] Nintendo at Comic-Con: Splatoon Raiders and Switch Sports Resort [1:12] Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
It’s the return of two long dormant Nintendo franchises in this episode of Randomer Nintendo. We share our impressions of Star Fox for Switch 2 and Rhythm Heaven Groove, plus thoughts on the rapidly unraveling state of the video game industry (RIP physical games?). Beyond gaming, we also discuss the final season of The Bear, Toy Story 5, and a rapid-fire round robin of other movies we’ve seen. Have you been playing Star Fox or Rhythm Heaven? Let us know what you think. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. You can also follow us on Twitter @RandomNintendo. Let’s rock and roll! Topics [0:16] Star Fox [0:47] Rhythm Heaven Groove [1:13] The Magical Faraway Tree trailer [1:16] The state of the game industry (RIP physical games?) [1:48] The Bear’s final season [2:04] Rapid-fire movie impressions [2:25] Toy Story 5