This week on All Things Nintendo, GameSpot's Jake Dekker joins the show to discuss a recent Pokémon Legends: Z-A hands-on event he and Brian attended in Paris. They also discuss all the biggest topics of the week, including Doug Bowser's newly announced retirement, Hades II, and more!

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The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:02:31 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:14:50 – Nintendo Direct Favorites

00:19:24 – Doug Bowser Retiring

00:30:50 – Borderlands 4

00:36:32 – Mario Kart World

00:42:28 – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

00:49:57 – Yakuza Kiwami 3

00:53:03 – Fire Emblem: Shadows

00:56:06 – TMNT: Splintered Fate

00:58:27 – Pokémon Legends: Z-A

01:25:41 – Hades II

01:32:45 – Definitive Ranking: Pokémon Towns

01:42:26 – eShop Gem of the Week: Lorelei and the Laser Eyes

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