Super Switch Headz
Super Switch Headz brings you the latest Nintendo news, rumors, speculation, and hype! In every episode your hosts David Howe, Patrick Knisely, Matthew Stoner, and special guests discuss and explore the world of Nintendo. We are the official podcast of the Switch Headz (DISCORD and Facebook) groups.
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Video Game Movies are the New Comic Book Movies - #343
02/25/2026
Video Game Movies are the New Comic Book Movies - #343
This week Hans Gougar joins to discuss the current state of video game adaptations in Hollywood. Between Nintendo's collaborations with Sony Pictures and Universal, to television like Fallout & The Last of Us, the hottest trend in cinema right now is adapting your favorite game to the silver (or small) screen. In what ways is this similar to the superhero Marvel Studios-led gold rush, and what lessons can Hollywood learn from the last 5 years of superhero fatigue? We break it all down. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond leaving Xbox, Sony closing down Playstation studio Bluepoint, the Supreme Court overturning Trump's tariffs, Pokemon Leaf Green and Fire Red coming to Switch and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:02 News and Rumors 0:44:26 Video Game Movies 1:23:14 Games We're Playing Episodes to check out: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Are There Too Many Mario Tennis Games? (ft. Daniel Alba) - #342
02/18/2026
Are There Too Many Mario Tennis Games? (ft. Daniel Alba) - #342
Service! This week GVG's Daniel Alba returns to the podcast to discuss our impressions of the latest Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive Mario Tennis Fever. Is there enough meat in this game to justify its $70 price tag? How does it stack up to other Camelot Mario sports outings? We break it all down in a lively chat. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news of the week such as the release of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online, the return of Castlevania from the Sony State of Play, analysts predicting a price hike on the Switch 2 due to AI RAM shortages, controversy surrounding Discord's age verification policies and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:00 News and Rumors 0:36:12 Virtual Boy Impressions 0:44:11 Mario Tennis Fever 1:23:26 Games We're Playing GVG: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Switch Headz 7th Anniversary Show + Nintendo Direct Breakdown! - #341
02/11/2026
Switch Headz 7th Anniversary Show + Nintendo Direct Breakdown! - #341
This week the gang gets back together for a very special seven year anniversary episode of the Super Switch Headz podcast. Guests Matthew Stoner and Patrick Knisely join host David Howe for a reunion of sorts as they look back on seven years of Switch Headz along with breaking down everything from the recent Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase. We go over what was missing, what went wrong, and where Nintendo goes next following the rare blunder of a Direct. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news of the week such as Nintendo's financial quarterly report featuring record-breaking Switch and Switch 2 sales, Pokemon 30th anniversary celebrations, unfortunate news about Steam hardware pricing and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:10:59 News and Rumors 0:42:38 Switch Headz Turns 7 1:00:10 Nintendo Direct Reactions 1:43:01 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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What NSO can Take from the Emulation Scene (ft. Defunct Games) - #340
02/04/2026
What NSO can Take from the Emulation Scene (ft. Defunct Games) - #340
This week Cyril from Defunct Games & emulation advocate Michael Domangue join to discuss the current state of the Nintendo Switch Online Nintendo Classics apps and compare their features to the many ways that traditional emulation has evolved over the years. Online play with friends, rewinding, and ease of use are all great features, but there are several innovations in emulation that Nintendo could utilize to make their service even better. We go over these and take a look at the subscription service as a whole. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as fresh Direct rumors, Dispatch being censored on Nintendo platforms, Virtual Boy getting new unreleased games, major gaming figures found in the Epstein files and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:35 News and Rumors 0:46:26 NSO vs. Traditional Emulation 1:41:50 Games We're Playing Defunct Games on YouTube: The Complete Cheat Code Compendium on Kickstarter: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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The New Era of Expressive Platformers ft. Fabraz & Chris Wade - #339
01/28/2026
The New Era of Expressive Platformers ft. Fabraz & Chris Wade - #339
Bubsy 4D & Demon Tides developer Fabian Rastorfer (Fabraz) and Big Hops developer Chris Wade (Luckshot Games) join this week to discuss the new and exciting world of "expressive platformers." With flashy movement built for speedrunning and player expression, these new games bring a fresh energy to the 3D platformer genre... we talk about what makes them work, how complicated it can be to playtest, and what we see for the future of the genre and the games industry at large. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Nintendo Direct rumors and presentations for the Mario Galaxy Movie & Tomodachi Life, major players retiring from Nintendo after 40 years, free updates for Donkey Kong Returns HD, Mario Kart World, Splatoon and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:04 News and Rumors 0:44:12 Expressive Platformers 1:24:05 Games We're Playing Big Hops on Nintendo Switch: Wishlist Bubsy 4D: Wishlist Demon Tides: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Are We Emotionally Prepared to Return to Animal Crossing? - #338
01/21/2026
Are We Emotionally Prepared to Return to Animal Crossing? - #338
With the release of Animal Crossing New Horizon's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition & 3.0 Update, comedian Katherine Hutchins and friend of the show Emma Brockway join to discuss if we're psychologically ready to return to our pandemic-era islands. Will our residents even know us anymore? What if we forgot how to play? Oh we also give our impressions of everything new in the latest update. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as layoffs at Meta affecting many VR game developers, Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time getting a LEGO set, rumors of a new Switch 2 model found on Nintendo's website and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:27 News and Rumors 0:45:56 Animal Crossing 3.0 Update 1:29:42 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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MAGFest 2026 Recap: Everything to Know Before Going - #337
01/14/2026
MAGFest 2026 Recap: Everything to Know Before Going - #337
Adanna (AFNarratives) joins this week to break down everything we saw and took away from video game and music festival Super MAGFest 2026. What can you expect from the indie game arcade showcase? What kind of concerts and music events were highlights? What were some of the best panels and game tournaments? We talk about our favorite moments and all the reasons you might be interested in coming to this amazing but often overstimulating annual event. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news of the week such as Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance releasing for the Game Cube Nintendo Classics service, Larian Studios commenting on a potential Switch 2 port of Baulder's Gate 3, new Pokemon LEGO sets revealed with hefty price tags and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. COOWPS P2 Nintendo Switch 2 Case Kickstarter (affiliate link): 0:00:00 Introduction 0:12:07 News and Rumors 0:38:14 The Game Awards 2025 1:27:09 Games We're Playing 1:29:31 COOWPS P2 Switch 2 Case Impressions Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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How Long Can Switch 2 Hold This Price? (ft. NintenDormant) - #336
01/07/2026
How Long Can Switch 2 Hold This Price? (ft. NintenDormant) - #336
This week David is joined by NintenDormant host George Banks in an "Oops All News!" episode of the podcast. Should gamers be concerned by slumping sales of Switch 2 and other video game consoles this recent holiday? What does new Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard have on her plate going into the dubious financial situation presented by fiscal year 2026? Are we finally going to see Pokemon Red and Blue released on Nintendo Switch Online for the 30th Anniversary of the franchise? We go over all these topics and many more in the world of Nintendo and the greater gaming industry in this jam-packed episode of the show!! As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. NintenDormant Podcast (ft. David): 0:00:00 Introduction 0:13:01 AGDQ & Game Key Card Rumors 0:23:36 Mario Kart World Bundle Ceasing Production 0:30:30 Doug Bowser Out as NOA President 0:38:40 Cyberpunk 2077 Pricing Mishap 0:41:44 Metroid Prime 4 Famitsu Interview 0:53:55 Pokemon 30th Anniversary & New Switch 2 Editions Rated 1:02:57 Non-Nintendo News 1:14:00 Nintendo's Faltering Holiday Sales 1:30:45 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Nintendo 2026 Predictions: Will the Switch 2 Soar? - SPECIAL #32
12/31/2025
Nintendo 2026 Predictions: Will the Switch 2 Soar? - SPECIAL #32
In this very special predictions and speculation episode, hosts David, Jordan, and returning host Patrick Knisely do their best to map out what we know and what we expect to happen with the Switch 2 and Nintendo in 2026. Is it finally time for Star Fox to make its grand comeback? Has enough time passed from Donkey Kong Bananza that we'll see a new 3D mario game? What about the 40th and 30th anniversaries of The Legend of Zelda and Pokemon? Tune in to find out our thoughts! Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Best of 2025: The 7th Annual Golden Headz - SPECIAL #31
12/24/2025
Best of 2025: The 7th Annual Golden Headz - SPECIAL #31
In this week's very special episode we're joined once again by Summer Rain to look back at 2025 and give out our awards for Game of the Year in the annual Golden Headz Award celebration. We also go through our unique categories like “Wokest Game,” and "Most Forgotten Nintendo IP." It's a night of glitz and glamour and we're only just getting started. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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How's the Switch 2 Doing Six Months In? - #335
12/17/2025
How's the Switch 2 Doing Six Months In? - #335
David & Jordan give the Nintendo Switch 2 a 6 month progress report this week as we go through all the pros and cons of the console coming into the end of 2025. Was the backlash on price justified? Will Mario Kart World get any DLC? How was the launch lineup? We break it all down and give it our grade. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as a brekadown of The Game Awards, Wario World and Rayman 2 being added to Nintendo Classics Gamecube and N64, workers at id Software forming a union and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:19 News and Rumors 0:22:51 The Game Awards 2025 0:39:15 6 Months of Switch 2 1:35:22 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Metroid Prime 4 Exists and it's GREAT (ft. Joey Ferris and Rob from Ro2R) - #334
12/10/2025
Metroid Prime 4 Exists and it's GREAT (ft. Joey Ferris and Rob from Ro2R) - #334
The time is finally here!! Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is upon us, and joining this week on the show we have YouTubers and Metroid Prime superfans Joey Ferris and Rob from Ruleof2Review to talk all about our thoughts on Nintendo's newest sci-fi shooter. Was it worth the wait? Is the internet discourse backlash justified? We break it all down! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Mario Kart World getting a huge update, Nintendo holiday items added to their shop, Netlix and Paramount's fight over the purchase of Warner Brothers Discovery and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:00 News and Rumors 0:33:18 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 1:31:52 Games We're Playing Joey Ferris: Ruleof2Review: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Nintendo Exclusive Star Wars Games - #333
12/03/2025
Nintendo Exclusive Star Wars Games - #333
This week we're joined by writer Alex James Kane and actor John Gholson to talk all about Star Wars video games. Over the years Nintendo platforms have had their fair share of console exclusive Star Wars games and in honor of the wonderful Outlaws Switch 2 port we go through them all and talk about our favorites. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as new games added to Gameboy and NES Nintendo Classics, Nintendo buying Bandai Namco Singapore, the recent iiSU drama, Quentin Tarantino's upcoming Kill Bill Fortnite collab and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:16 News and Rumors 0:27:26 Nintendo Star Wars Games 1:34:06 Games We're Playing Boss Fight Books KOTOR: Man Finds Tape Trailer: Star Wars gaming YouTubers worth checking out: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Kirby Air Riders is the Most ADHD Game of All Time - #332
11/26/2025
Kirby Air Riders is the Most ADHD Game of All Time - #332
We switch on our TikTok brains this week to give our impressions of the insanity that is Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2. Hans Gougar joins David and Jordan as we talk all about the things that work and the things that don't in the newest game from maestro Masahiro Sakurai. Are we able to keep up with everything that's going on?? Tune in to find out!! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Black Friday deals in the eShop, a major Roblox update to combat many lawsuits, the IRL Pokemon theme park opening in Japan and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:27 News and Rumors 0:28:16 Kirby Air Riders Impressions 1:18:49 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Did Steam Machine Just Beat Xbox to the Punch? - #331
11/19/2025
Did Steam Machine Just Beat Xbox to the Punch? - #331
We're joined by JM Specht of the Devolver Forkcast and One Frog Games' Patrick Knisely this week to excitedly speculate on the suite of upcoming hardware from Valve. Between the Steam Controller, the Steam Machine, and the Steam Frame VR headset, there's a lot to cover in how it may shake up the console wars... particularly on the heels of recent remarks from Microsoft's Xbox management and their insistence that the next Xbox is akin to a premium PC. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the recent Super Mario Galaxy Movie direct, leaked set photos and official stills from the Legend of Zelda live action movie and LEGO sets, The 2025 Game Awards nominees being released and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:02 News and Rumors 0:35:39 The Return of Steam Machines 1:26:46 Games We're Playing Devolver Digital Forkcast: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Kinda Rules - #330
11/12/2025
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Kinda Rules - #330
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment actually surprised us a lot!! This week we're joined by our good friend Marth and animator Chance Kubesh to discuss the newest entry in the Hyrule Warriors series. How does it fare as a canonical companion to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom? Spoiler alert: it's pretty freakin' good. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie direct, Nintendo's financial report and Switch 2's record breaking sales, Grand Theft Auto VI getting a delay following union busting from Rockstar and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:05:24 News and Rumors 0:37:40 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment 1:27:21 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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A Brief History of Nintendo's Operating Systems (ft. Parker Simmons) - #329
11/05/2025
A Brief History of Nintendo's Operating Systems (ft. Parker Simmons) - #329
Parker Simmons (creator of the animated series Mao Mao: Heroes of Pure Heart) joins the show this week to discuss the rise and fall of Nintendo's operating systems and home screens over the years. From the meager beginnings on the Famicom Disk System to the sleek elegance of the Wii to the barren landscape of the Switch and Switch 2, we discuss Nintendo's design philosophy and how each console informs the next. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Animal Crossing's upcoming free update & Switch 2 Edition, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild getting an official vinyl soundtrack, Rockstar employees facing union busting from Take Two in the face of Grand Theft Auto VI's release and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:45 News and Rumors 0:40:33 Nintendo's Operating Systems 1:48:08 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Game Chat Etiquette & 15 Updates the Service Needs - #328
10/29/2025
Game Chat Etiquette & 15 Updates the Service Needs - #328
Game Chat: is it a bust? Brian Bonnet and Alex Von Kurkendall join this week to discuss Nintendo Switch 2's voice chatting service Game Chat and the many ways it should improve. Additionally, we discuss proper "Game Chat etiquette" in lieu of a proper text messaging client as part of the app. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Microsoft's CEO taking a 95 million dollar salary amid rumors of a new Xbox system, Luigi's Mansion coming to Nintendo Classics on NSO, the second Kirby Air Riders direct, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:05:13 News and Rumors 0:33:16 Game Chat Etiquette & Improvements 1:30:28 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Pokémon Legends Z-A: The Good, the Bad, and the Trubbish - #327
10/22/2025
Pokémon Legends Z-A: The Good, the Bad, and the Trubbish - #327
A new Pokémon game managed to surprise us this week as we discuss Pokémon Legends: Z-A with guests Jeremy Franklin and Austin Young. What changed up with the formula for this newest Game Freak game and is it enough to overlook the many blemishes the series has been known for lately? Listen to find out our impressions of the game! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the new Asus ROG Xbox Ally X releasing, a manga biography of Masahiro Sakurai, the EA Saudi Arabian deal getting pushback from American lawmakers, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:31 News and Rumors 0:42:23 Pokémon Legends: Z-A Impressions 1:38:13 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Indie "Spiritual Successors" & Wearing Influence on Your Sleeve - #326
10/15/2025
Indie "Spiritual Successors" & Wearing Influence on Your Sleeve - #326
Marcus Horn of Siactro (Toree Saturn) & Mark Robinson from Space Lion Studios (Axyz) join this week for an indie developer roundtable discussing the phenomenon of indie games that borrow aesthetic and gameplay from popular games of the past. Why is it so prevalent and when does homage cross the line into plagiarism? We dive deep into the topic and talk about some of our favorite indie spiritual successor games! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the newest Pokemon leaks out of Nintendo, Elon Musk making an AI video game, the Pikmin "Close to You" short film from Nintendo Pictures, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:22 News and Rumors 0:47:18 Indie Spiritual Successors 1:32:33 Games We're Playing Siactro on YouTube: Axyz on Steam: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Robot Revolution: Monochrome Heights Dev Interview - #325
10/08/2025
Robot Revolution: Monochrome Heights Dev Interview - #325
IT'S GAME TIME!! This week OG Switch Head Patrick Knisely of One Frog Games joins to discuss his long-awaited game Monochrome Heights following its release. David, Jordan, and Patrick look back at over 3 years of development and break down the challenges and surprises of indie solo dev. Now that the game is out on Steam what is next? Listen to find out. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Xbox raising the price of Game Pass, Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2, Open AI's Sora being a hotbed of IP infringement, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:14 News and Rumors 0:41:50 Monochrome Heights 1:37:56 Games We're Playing Buy Monochrome Heights on Steam: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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There Are Too Many F*ckin' Games - #324
10/01/2025
There Are Too Many F*ckin' Games - #324
We have a jam-packed episode filled with industry news this week, among them being the fact that we are completely inundated with new game releases. Your hosts get philosophical (and a bit political!) as we cover this new phenomenon and try to map out what this means for the future of video games as a medium. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Doug Bowser stepping down as the president of Nintendo of America, updates for Mario Kart World, GBA Nintendo Classics, and Drag x Drive, the huge right-wing and Saudi Arabian buyout of EA and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:15:04 News and Rumors 1:05:27 Too Many Games! 1:37:26 Games We're Playing 1:51:11 Special Announcement Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Super Nintendo TRIVIA Headz: David vs Jordan - SPECIAL #30
09/24/2025
Super Nintendo TRIVIA Headz: David vs Jordan - SPECIAL #30
This week the NINTENDO TRIVIA BATTLE CONTINUES as Jordan Willis steps up to challenge the long-reigning trivia champ David Howe, hosted by none other than Summer Rain. In this very special episode our contestants test their knowledge of Nintendo, gaming, and the Super Switch Headz podcast itself. Who will come out on top? Feel free to play along with us and test your OWN inherent Nintendo acumen!! Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Super Nintendo Trivia Headz - David vs. Summer: Super Nintendo Trivia Headz - David vs. Matt: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Everything Missing from THAT Nintendo Direct (ft. AV & XanaGear) - #323
09/17/2025
Everything Missing from THAT Nintendo Direct (ft. AV & XanaGear) - #323
Nintendo gave us a ONE HOUR LONG Nintendo Direct this past week and we're joined by YouTuber XanaGear & Dialogue Tree's Andrew Valentine (with a special pre-recorded Fire Emblem segment from Summer) to break down the divisive presentation including pricing controversies, Nintendo's odd release schedule, and what we think was missing in this JAM-PACKED episode. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Nintendo's newest gameplay patent and its effect on PalWorld, the Switch 2 devkit situation, SEGA restarting the console wars and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:33 News and Rumors 0:35:18 Nintendo Direct Reaction 2:01:59 Games We're Playing XanaGear: Dialogue Tree podcast: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Our MILDEST and WILDEST Nintendo Direct Predictions - #322
09/10/2025
Our MILDEST and WILDEST Nintendo Direct Predictions - #322
Comedians Chris McKeever and Garrett Buss return to the show to give our hottest predictions for the HOUR LONG Nintendo Direct scheduled for this Friday. Will we finally get a Metroid Prime release date? Is it time for a new Animal Crossing? Red Dead Redemption and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth?? Listen to hear our thoughts. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Silksong's enormous release, the Call of Duty movie fumbling Steven Spielberg, Star Wars Outlaws and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:08:36 News and Rumors 0:39:54 Nintendo Direct Predictions 1:27:41 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Making a Multi-Platform Game w/ Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou - #321
09/03/2025
Making a Multi-Platform Game w/ Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou - #321
This week we sit down with Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou from Polygon Treehouse (developers of Röki and Mythwrecked) to discuss the process of making a game destined for Switch, PC, Playstation, and Xbox. What considerations do you need to keep in mind while developing for games for multiple platforms? We break down the creative process in this informative interview. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Nate the Hare corroborating Nintendo Direct rumors, Atari pulling an Embracer Group, the release of Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star Crossed Worlds and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:23 News and Rumors 0:40:34 Multi-Platform Releases 1:26:08 Games We're Playing Polygon Treehouse: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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History of Hyrule: Saving Zelda's Most Obscure Media - #320
08/27/2025
History of Hyrule: Saving Zelda's Most Obscure Media - #320
We're joined by Legend of Zelda archivist Melora Hart (History of Hyrule) this week to discuss the importance of games media preservation. For over 20 years, Melora has been painstakingly scanning and preserving both official and unofficial art of the Zelda franchise. We go into the ways she helps keep video game history alive. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Kirby Air Riders Direct, Gamescom 2025, Nintendo Direct rumors, Sony raising the price of the PS5 and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:25 News and Rumors 0:40:53 History of Hyrule Interview 1:26:57 Games We're Playing History of Hyrule on Bluesky: Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Nobody Understands Drag x Drive - #319
08/20/2025
Nobody Understands Drag x Drive - #319
This week comedians JP Bremer and Chadwick Smith join David to discuss Nintendo's latest controversial first-party sports game Drag x Drive. Why is everyone so upset about this game? In what ways is the game being mischaracterized in coverage? We break it down and also give our thoughts on the current state of motion controls on Switch 2. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Kirby Air Riders Direct, Gamescom 2025, Pokemon World Championships, Roblox being sued by the State of Louisiana and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:54 News and Rumors 0:45:12 Drag x Drive Impressions 1:29:03 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Donkey Kong Bananza Endgame SPOILER Discussion! - #318
08/13/2025
Donkey Kong Bananza Endgame SPOILER Discussion! - #318
THE END? We're joined by artist Rory Blank and filmmaker Tommy Green this week to dive down to the core of Donkey Kong Bananza's ending and postgame in a FULL SPOILER main topic (timecodes below for non-spoiler sections). Does the game stick the landing for long-time DK fans? How did we react to [REDACTED]? Tune in to find out! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the Drag x Drive Global Jam demo, Microsoft cancelling Contraband, Sony ending exclusivity, Nintendo bringing Silksong to Gamescom and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:09:59 News and Rumors 0:40:23 Donkey Kong Bananza SPOILERS 1:28:46 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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Breaking Down the First Direct of the Switch 2 Era - #317
08/06/2025
Breaking Down the First Direct of the Switch 2 Era - #317
This week David and Summer discuss the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and what it portends for the rest of Nintendo's 2025. Was it a strong enough showing for this point in the Switch 2's life cycle? We give our grade of the presentation and predict what comes next. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as the massive price increases on Switch 1 hardware and Switch 2 accessories due to the Trump tariffs, the release of Mario Paint on Nintendo Classics, Pokemon TCG controversy, and much more. As always, we close with the games we’ve been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:45 News and Rumors 0:41:22 Nintendo Direct Reactions 1:23:51 Games We're Playing Discord: Facebook: Patreon: Website: Clips Channel:
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