Nintendo Voice Chat

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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 Nintendo podcast. Nintendo Voice Chat is a part of Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand. Visit Geek.com for more information.

  1. 5D AGO · BONUS

    The Nintendo Voice Chat 2025 Holiday Special

    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 best TV shows of the year, and a lot more. Happy holidays, Super Ninfriendos! 00:00:00 - Intro & Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 00:12:42 - Blue Prince 00:16:22 - Ghost of Yotei 00:22:12 - Oblivion Remastered, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Baby Steps 00:33:30 - Severance & The Rehearsal 00:39:09 - Sinners & The Pitt 00:42:16 - The Chair Company 00:45:53 - What did we miss? & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m

  2. DEC 17

    The Best Nintendo Game of 2025 Is… - NVC 793

    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 the year. Thank you so much for listening to us all year long – we can’t wait for 2026! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min

  3. DEC 10

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

    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 Takes 00:35:26 - The Game Awards 2025 00:37:40 - The Nintendo Switch 2 Generation 01:00:37 - The Biggest Stories of Nintendo’s Wild 2025 01:09:44 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 18m

  4. DEC 5

    Was Metroid Prime 4 Worth the Wait?

    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 Seth’s glowing impressions of Kirby Air Riders, a bizarre Mario Kart World update, thoughts on a pair of indie games from Reb, and more. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:45 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review Discussion 00:49:35 - Kirby Air Riders 00:56:22 - Mario Kart Wrold 01:01:48 - Stray Children & Indika 01:12:15 - Analogue 3d 01:15:58 - Nintendo Acquires Bandai Namco Singapore 01:19:18 - Ball x Pit Free Update 01:22:18 - Drag x Drive & Outro #MetroidPrime4 #Nintendo #Gaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 32m

  5. NOV 28

    Metroid Prime Trilogy Retrospective

    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 book, and the panel shares their final hopes and expectations for Prime 4. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:05 - Metroid Prime 1 00:17:15 - Metroid Prime 2 00:37:21 - Metroid Prime 3 00:45:05 - Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective Artbook 00:51:00 - Federation Force, Hunters, & Pinball 00:54:29 - Metroid Prime 4 Hopes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m

  6. NOV 19

    Why Kirby Air Riders Is Great

    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 television. Stick around for breakdowns of our latest looks at Pokemon Pokopia, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and The Legend of Zelda movie. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:45 - Kirby Air Riders Review Discussion 00:27:56 - Analogue 3D 00:37:27 - Pokemon Pokopia 00:50:05 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 00:57:01 - The Legend Of Zelda Movie Set Pics 01:04:21 - Game Deals & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m

  7. NOV 14

    IGN’s Top 25 Nintendo Games + Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview

    IGN and Nintendo Life have fully revealed the top 100 Nintendo games of all time, so it’s time to break down the top 25! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Nintendo Life’s Alex Olney as they talk about every entry from 25 to 1, including the debate between the top two entries on the list. Then, stick around, because Logan played nearly 90 minutes of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on Nintendo Switch 2, and he has so many thoughts to share, from the gorgeous art direction and performance, to the classic Metroid Prime gameplay, to the chatty, annoying sidekick that dragged the whole thing down. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:47 Super Mario 64 / The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask / Super Mario Galaxy 00:07:18 Donkey Kong Bananza / The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds / Resident Evil 4 00:11:11 Final Fantasy 6 / Fire Emblem: Awakening / Animal Crossing: New Horizons 00:17:30 The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker / Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver / Super Mario Galaxy 2 00:24:05 Metroid Prime (+ Remastered) / Super Mario Bros. 3 / Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 00:29:34 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe / The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past / Super Metroid 00:46:31 Chrono Trigger / The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time / Tetris 00:56:51 Super Mario Odyssey & Super Mario World 01:14:15 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild & The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 01:32:35 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview 01:59:33 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 5m

  8. NOV 12

    The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks Out of This World

    The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer is here, and the NVC crew is blasting off to share their reactions! Join us, as we break down everything we saw from Nintendo’s next big animated adventure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min
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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 Nintendo podcast. Nintendo Voice Chat is a part of Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand. Visit Geek.com for more information.

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  • Creator
    IGN & Geek Media
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2025
  • Episodes
    750
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2013 405569

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