The Old Switch-a-roo: Gaming Retro w/ Mike and Jaymo Mike and Jaymo

Derick McDuff from the Underrated movie podcast joins Mike and Jaymo this episode to try to catch 'em all on film for an a-Mew-zing exploration of Pokemon Snap (1999) from the Nintendo 64 as part of an epic quest quest to research and review every retro game in the Nintendo Switch Online catalog!



In between reminiscing about our favorite parts of Pokemon Snap, we'll also explore how this game evolved from a Jack and the Beanstalk game, what Pokemon's absence kept Pokemon Snap at only 63 possible Pokemon instead of 64, and have our own real-world Pokemon Snap showdown that may make you see the game through a new lens. It's 'wonderful'!



You can find more from Derick through his linktree for the Underrated movie podcast wherever you get your podcasts as well as on social media. You can check out the Feb. 26, 2024 episode (#131) to hear Mike and Derick's conversation about Drew Goddard's "Bad Times at the El Royale".



Thanks for listening, and a very special thanks to Kristal for our catchy new theme song! Subscribe to The Old Switch-a-roo to get more retro goodness delivered straight to your feed! You can also join the fun on https://theoldswitcharoo.com, where you'll find access to our Discord, voicemail, and so much more!

Game on, everyone.





(0:00) Intro

(0:58) Welcoming Derick McDuff

(4:51) Pokemon Snap

(9:41) Pokeon Snap Trivia : Behind the Camera

(28:04) Joy Pros

(54:10) Snap Judgments Mini-Game

(1:02:02) Joy Cons

(1:18:22) NintenDO or NintenDON'T



Pokemon Snap manual

Welcome back to The Old Switcharoo: Screentime! Here, we give you our rants, raves, and reviews from the world of film and television.



Tonight Jaymo is joined by cosplay influencer Bryan Lee along with fellow cosplayer/Disney-enthusiast Phuong to review Season 1 of X-Men '97 on Disney Plus. After recapping the show with a little amateur poetry we pit each story from this groundbreaking series against one another in a single elimination bracket until a winner is declared 'Best Episode from X-Men '97: Season One!'



Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow our special guests on social media to check out all their cosplay creations and musical dabblings

https://www.instagram.com/bryan.s.lee

https://www.youtube.com/@BryanLee

https://www.instragram.com/the.glass.phoenix



Don't forget to subscribe to The Old Switch-a-roo to get more retro goodness delivered straight to your feed, and be sure to check out next week's episode when we zoom in on Pokemon Snap for the Nintendo 64.



You can also join the fun on https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com, where you'll find access to our Discord, voicemail, and so much more! Game on, everyone.



(0:00) Intro

(5:10) "To Me, My X-Men" vs "Mutant Liberation Begins"

(11:24) "Fire Made Flesh" vs "Motendo"

(17:45) "Remember It" vs "Lifedeath"

(22:37) "Bright Eyes" vs "Tolerance is Extinction"

(36:11) Semi-Finals Round 1

(39:23) Semi-Final Round 2

(48:58) Finals

(53:15) And the Winner is...

Mike, Jaymo, and ocean enthusiast Cori Gibb dive into "Ecco the Dolphin" (1992) on the Sega Genesis in their epic quest to research & review every retro game in the Nintendo Switch Online catalog!



In this splashy episode we explore the unseen alien invasion that sunk Atlantis, Jacques Cousteau's hilarious foray into 90's marketing, and the shockingly clever way dolphins get high beneath the waves.



Thanks for listening, and a very special thanks to Kristal for our catchy new theme song!

Subscribe to or follow The Old Switch-a-roo to get more retro goodness delivered straight to your feed! You can also join the fun on https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com, where you'll find access to our Discord, voicemail, and so much more! Game on, everyone.



(0:00) "We Doing Filmographies" Promo

(0:47) Intro

(7:17) Box Art: Dolphin Two Ways

(9:34) Ecco the Dolphin Trivia Deep-Dive

(20:12) Joy Pros

(44:09) Joy Cons

(1:08:49) NintenDO or NintenDON'T



Ecco the Dolphin manual

Dolphin Speak: Did A Dolphin Really Say "Seaweed"? - The Dodo

Speedrun by Bluegrass at Summer Games Done Quick 2014

Speedrun by GrimShins at Awesome Games Done Quick 2021

The Old Switch-a-roo is back and better than ever! Mike, Jaymo, and his boisterous brothers Justin and Jonathan spin dash through "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" (Sega Genesis/Mega Drive) in their epic quest to research & review every retro game in the Nintendo Switch Online catalog!

In this fast-paced episode, we deep-dive/debate to create a Zone Tier List, grapple with the moral gray areas of retro-gaming Robin Hoods, discuss if Tails really brings anything to the team, and mostly just try to avoid getting punched!



Thanks for listening, and a very special thanks to Kristal for our brand-spanking-new theme song!

Subscribe to The Old Switch-a-roo to get more retro goodness delivered straight to your feed! You can also join the fun on https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com, where you'll find access to our Discord, voicemail, and so much more!

Game on, everyone.



(0:00) Intro

(6:19) Back-to-Back Box Art

(12:11) Trivia the Hedgehog

(18:48) Joy Pros

(30:14) Zone Tier List

(1:01:02) Joy Cons

(1:06:20) & Knuckles

(1:09:02) NintenDO or NintenDON'T

Get ready to hit the rewind button on your consoles, because Mike and Jaymo are here with the final installment of The Old Switch-a-roo: Lite Switch before they blast into season two! In this episode, our dynamic duo takes a break from their usual retro roundup to chat about their recent gaming exploits and the exciting media landscape that's merging the worlds of video games and television.



Jaymo kicks things off with an update on his journey through the Splatoon 3 roguelike, where he's inching closer to the true ending. He also dives into the fiery new addition to Marvel Snap, where Red Hulk's power grows with your opponent's unspent energy, adding a sizzling layer of strategy to the game.



Mike, on the other hand, is still ensnared by the card-flipping mayhem of Belatro, where unlocking jokers is a high-stakes game. He's also ventured into the enigmatic world of The Room 4: Old Sins, unraveling occult mysteries through a puzzle box of an attic.



The gaming chatter doesn't end there! The guys discuss the animated X-Men '97 series, with a special nod to an episode that'll resonate with retro game lovers. Plus, they share their surprise and curiosity over Comedy Central's announcement of a Golden Axe animated series and ponder whether Knuckles will punch up the Paramount Plus lineup.



For a dose of co-op nostalgia, Mike recounts his complete playthrough of Shredder's Revenge with a friend, while Jaymo reflects on the game's unlimited credits and if they lose the challenge of the classic arcade experience.



As they gear up for season two, Mike and Jaymo tease the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 2 episode featuring Jaymo's brothers and invite you to join the hype train. So make sure to subscribe, follow, and leave a review for The Old Switch-a-roo on your favorite podcast platform.



Don't miss out on the season two premiere dropping on April 24, where the conversation zooms into Sonic speed. Until then, visit https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com for all things retro gaming, and share your thoughts on what you're excited to hear next season. Game on, everyone, and keep it retro with Mike and Jaymo!



(0:00) Intro

(0:55) Champion Cinema podcast promo

(1:15) Splatoon 3 Updates

(2:58) Bellatro's Card-Capturing Craze

(4:57) Marvel Snap

(7:18) X-Men '97 and Gaming TV

(8:22) Golden Axe Animated Series Speculation

(10:18) Knuckles Series Anticipation

(11:46) The Room 4: Old Sins - Puzzle Box Mysteries

(14:09) Shredder's Revenge: A Beat 'em Up Binge

(19:43) Season Two Teaser: Sonic the Hedgehog 2

(20:17) Outro



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Plug in your controllers and power up your nostalgia, because Mike and Jaymo are back with another episode of The Old Switch-a-roo: Light Switch! While we eagerly await the launch of season two, our favorite gaming gurus are here to share their off-season gaming adventures, from reaching Infinite in Marvel Snap to unraveling the mysteries of Tangle Tower.



Join Jaymo as he brags about his ascent to the highest ranks in Marvel Snap's X-Men vs. Avengers season, and hear Mike's thoughts on the charming detective game Tangle Tower, where murder, mystery, and a quirky cast collide. The guys also delve into the vibrant world of Splatoon 3's DLC, where Jaymo's ink-slinging prowess shines in a kaleidoscope of color.



But that's not all! Mike has been entranced by the MMO roguelike Slipstream: Rogue Space, where Twitch-based teamwork is key to surviving the starry expanse
(and a shout out to RiRiYells for captaining the ship). And Jaymo's been getting his retro fix with Flicky, a Sega Genesis classic that's all about timing and arcade nostalgia.



As the countdown to season two continues, our hosts tease the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 2 episode featuring Jaymo's brothers, and they want your thoughts on the soon-to-be-released Knuckles series. Will it be a hit or a miss? Chime in with your predictions!



Ready your ears for April 24, 2024, when The Old Switch-a-roo returns with a speed-dashing start to the new season. Until then, subscribe, follow, and join the conversation on https://www.theoldswitcharoo.com, where you can connect with Mike, Jaymo, and fellow retro enthusiasts. Don't forget to rate and review if you love the show. Game on, everyone, and stay retro!

(0:00) Intro

(0:57) Marvel Snap Infinity Rank Achievement

(2:24) Tangle Tower: A Detective's Delight

(7:02) Splatoon 3 DLC: A Colorful Conclusion

(10:01) Slipstream: Rogue Space and Community Gaming

(13:51) Flicky and the Genesis Gems

(15:06) Season Two Teaser: Sonic the Hedgehog 2

(15:52) Outro



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