Nintendo Cartridge Society

In celebration of the release of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Patrick and Mark take a journey back through the entire Zelda series to explore how magic has shaped each adventure and ultimately decide which game wields it the best (for now).SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick is joined by special guest host Jeremy Schmidt (Video Games: A Comedy Show) to give their expert legal opinions on Nintendo's case against the developer of Palworld. Is the lawsuit a righteous defense against an IP thief or a crass show of power from a titan in the industry? And more imporantly: is it possible to even imply morality when it comes to the actions of corporations? The guys also talk about:Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting CollectionPizza TowerThe best and worst of the Battletoads and Double Dragon seriesThe impending release of a brand new Zelda gameAstro Bot being both museum and graveyardLeaked images of Switch 2 probably being realThe possibility of Nintendo adding mouse support to SNES Switch OnlineTMNT Shredder's Revenge not actually being available yet (like the trailer promised!)SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyListen to Video Games: A Comedy Show and follow Jeremy at @ocarinaofcrimeFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0

Patrick and Mark do a lot of looking, asking, and thinking as they explore all aspects of the recently released Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club. First, a spoiler-free discussion on their overall impressions of the experience, followed by a spoiler-filled deep dive into the story and themes of this surprising Nintendo game.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark break out the glow sticks and head to the desert for a show as the results of Splatoon 3's final Splatfest are revealed. Plus, what the PS5 Pro can (and can't) tell us about the Switch 2, the gaming industry's rotten year drags on, and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick importing the Famicom NSO controllers from Japan.Patience paying off as Patrick finally receives his Pearl & Marina Side Order amiibo from Best Buy.Nintendo reveals holiday Switch bundles for Australia/New Zealand and North America.Konami provides a small update on Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol 2.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

This week, Patrick and Mark deliver their final grades for Nintendo's biggest franchises on the Switch. Tune in to find out which series made the Honor Roll.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark dive into the latest Nintendo news of the week, including how WayForward got connected with Nintendo to develop the Advance Wars remake. Plus, the guys veer into PlayStation territory as they discuss the release of Astro Bot, the cancellation of Concord, and the PS5 Pro. The guys also talk about: Their continued experiences with Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club. Mark getting into Splatoon 3's most recent Big Run event. The latest Switch 2 rumors. More details about Mario & Luigi: Brothership. The North American Super Mario Party Jamboree pre-order bonuses. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCH Patrick: SW-1401-2882-4137 Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050"

Patrick and Mark break out the red pens to grade Nintendo's biggest franchises on the Switch. How well have your favorite series been represented on the platform? Tune in to find out!SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

With less than a month to go before its release, Nintendo continues to reveal new details about The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, including a new Swordfighter form. Plus, Patrick and Mark's early impressions of Emio - the Smiling Man, developer NDCube rebrands as Nintendo Cube, and more. The guys also talk about: Patrick trying out Advanced Wars: 1+2 Reboot Camp. Additional details on Echoes of Wisdom, including its Hero Mode. Miyamoto's "strong feelings" for Star Fox. Nintendo of Europe's new president. After being delayed from April, Level 5's Vision 2024 showcase has a new date. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark dive deep into all the news and announcements from today's back-to-back Indie World and Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase presentations. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Ahead of this morning's Indie World and Partner Showcase presentations, Patrick and Mark clear the decks by discussing the Nintendo news from the past week. The guys discuss Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp shutting down, Amazon promising to support the Switch 2, and more. Stay tuned for another episode later tonight, where they'll break down all the announcements from today's presentations!The guys also talk about:Clu Clu Land, in fact, being on Nintendo Switch Online.A listener's take on the Nintendo Museum.Patrick dips into Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze.Mark's early impressions of Splatoon 3 Side Order.Some cancelled Crash Bandicoot projects.Nintendo at PAX West and what it might mean for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom previews.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark take stock of the Nintendo Switch Online classic game libraries, taking a close look at the first-party titles that are still missing in action. Which games deserve a spot, what does their absence mean, and how likely are we to see them added in the future?SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Nintendo has given us our first look at the Nintendo Museum opening in Kyoto, and Patrick and Mark can't wait to press their noses against the glass of the Virtual Boy exhibit. Plus, the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket threatens to turn us all into collectors, new Switch 2 tidbits, and more.The guys also talk about:Impa's family tree in the Zelda games.Does the fact that the next two Pokemon World Championships are in California mean that the next Pokemon region will be based on the Golden State?Amiibo support in the Legend of Zelda: Echoes of WisdomFantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is delayed.Nintendo of Europe ups the ante with "Mega Game Trials."SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

In response to a listener's suggestion, Patrick and Mark revisit the January 2017 Nintendo Switch reveal presentation and dive deep into the original features Nintendo highlighted to determine which ones have truly stood the test of time.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

A new Virtual Boy emulator for the Apple Vision Pro leads Patrick and Mark to wonder if there's any future for Nintendo's 3D games in their original forms. Plus, new characters revealed for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Patrick's early impressions of Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door, and more.The guys also talk about:Capcom looking to bring more of their classic arcade fighting games to modern hardware.Updates for the Doom + Doom II collection, and Bethesda's treatment of the classic Doom games.A November release date for Stray.The latest Splatfest results.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark hitch a ride with a Goron as Nintendo reveals all new details about The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, including an all-new ability. Plus, Nintendo's sales slow down, recruiting heats up ahead of new hardware, and more.Watch Jon Cartwright's "Why Pokémon Will Never Leave Nintendo" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ped_OskqfgThe guys also talk about:The slow death of Mark's original Nintendo 3DS XL.A new Tetris 99 Maximus Cup celebrating Splatoon 3’s Side Order DLC.Everybody 1-2 Switch (briefly) topping the Australian video game sales chart.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Prompted by a listener email, Patrick and Mark delve into Nintendo's recent habit of collaborating with third-party developers to remake classic games, and then following them up with new entries in the series. They also look at other examples from Nintendo's past, recent remakes that could potentially lead to sequels, and share other Nintendo franchises that are primed for the remake-to-sequel treatment.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

As the Pokemon Company marks another year as one of the highest grossing licensing companies in the world, Patrick and Mark grapple with the age old question: what is a licensing company and how do they record their revenue? Plus, the creative director of the Mario + Rabbids series leaves Ubisoft, Pokemon returns to China, and more.The guys also talk about:Spending more time with Nintendo World Championships: NES EditionCapcom explains why Monster Hunter Wilds isn't on Switch, and the future of Monster Hunter on Nintendo consoles.The end of the Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games series.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark conclude their look back at the Nintendo Entertainment System with Part 2 of the ABC's of NES.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

Patrick and Mark are shocked/excited that Nintendo's mysterious tease of Emio — The Smiling Man turns out to be a new Famicom Detective Club game! Plus, Hot NES Summer continues with first impressions of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, new amiibo are announced, and more.The guys also talk about:Patrick finishing Luigi's Mansion 2 HD.Patrick and Mark both redownloading Fire Emblem Heroes to their phones.The Densetsu no Starfy games on Nintendo Switch Online.How a new official Joy-Con charging accessory could be connected to the Switch 2.Splatoon 3's "The Grand Festival" finale event revealed.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050

It's Hot NES Summer! Patrick and Mark celebrate the release of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition with Part 1 of the ABC's of NES.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesocietyFRIEND US ON SWITCHPatrick: SW-1401-2882-4137Mark: SW-8112-0583-0050