https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nintendo-deep-dive--5791302nalistenerq@gmail.com.]]>enVideo GamesKarlhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2152626f4d3e8764ede22c42f0caf708.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nintendo-deep-dive--5791302Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:59:00 +0000KarlKarlnalistenerq@gmail.comNintendo Deep Dive is a one-man retrospective review show that covers in detail every Nintendo Console and handheld system and the game library allotted to each. With each episode, a new Nintendo title will be explored in a deep dive, examining its...nalistenerq@gmail.com.]]>false60337300-b34b-5de4-b126-6ae0a1a09c8cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-majora-s-mask--59318485
If you enjoyed my work(it being what it was), I am continuing on YouTube under the same moniker. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59318485Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:45:47 +0000KarlI am reviewing what might be my favourite game, in what might be my last episode of this given podcast.  If you enjoyed my work(it being what it was), I am continuing on YouTube under the same moniker. 
If you enjoyed my work(it being what it was), I am continuing on YouTube under the same moniker. ]]>2866n64,nintendo,retrogaming,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-hopes-dreams-for-switch-2-with-stephen-from-level-1-sword--58587823
Have your own thoughts and/or predictions: send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com or @lvl1sword on X(Twitter) to reach Stephen.


This episode is also available on YouTube.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58587823Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:16:21 +0000KarlStephen & I look to the future with Nintendo Switch's predecessor, with all the optimism we can muster. Have your own thoughts and/or predictions: send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com or @lvl1sword on X(Twitter) to reach Stephen. This episode...
Have your own thoughts and/or predictions: send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com or @lvl1sword on X(Twitter) to reach Stephen.


This episode is also available on YouTube.]]>6707nintendo,predictions,superswitch,switch2,videogamesfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-paper-mario--58294838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58294838Sun, 14 Jan 2024 08:52:20 +0000KarlOnly on topic for episode 15, & that is my Paper Mario review. I am nearing the finale of my N64 retrospective, meaning that my game rankings are almost finalized. If you would like to reach out with comments or questions on these games, or a...3349mario,mario64,n64,nintendo,papermario,papermario64,retrogamingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-legend-of-zelda-oracle-of-ages--58227700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58227700Mon, 08 Jan 2024 06:00:24 +0000KarlAfter reviewing LOZ Oracle of Seasons, many months ago, finally, the other shoe has dropped. Is Oracle of Ages the better of the two? or the lesser? More than that is it the Zelda Title for the ages? Tune in for my take on all of that. Questions or...4341gameboy,gbc,nintendo,oraclezeldas,retronintendo,zeldafalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-ogrebattle-64-a-game-of-lordly-caliber--58017497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58017497Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:41:20 +0000KarlNo talk but Ogrebattle 64 talk.4170gaming,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,nintendorpgs,ogrebattle,retrogaming,rpgs,videogamefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-mischief-makers--57423341
Questions or Comments? Send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57423341Mon, 30 Oct 2023 19:03:39 +0000KarlFor episode 12, I touch on the original Pikmin, followed by a review of Mischief Makers (review starts 15 min or so). Questions or Comments? Send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com
Questions or Comments? Send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>3344gaming,mischiefmakers,n64,nintendo,treasuregames,videogamepodcastfalse212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-review-discussion-part-3-featuring-stephen-of-level-1-sword--56560325

Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56560325Mon, 28 Aug 2023 23:17:02 +0000KarlFor the 3rd & final Part of our discussion, Stephen & I talk about TOTK's biggest bads (meaning both bosses & flaws), & deliver our concluding remarks. Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, &...

Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured]]>4905loztotk,nintendo,nintendoswitch,totkfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-review-discussion-part-2-featuring-stephen-of-level-1-sword--56560296

Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56560296Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:26:25 +0000KarlFor Part 2 of our review discussion, Stephen & I discuss the new additions such as Ultrahand & the depths. We also discuss the dungeons, & whether or not they are dungeony enough...among other things. Questions or comments?...

Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured]]>4322loztotk,nintendo,nintendoswitch,switch,switchgaming,totkreview,zelda,zeldareviewfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-review-discussion-part-1-featuring-stephen-of-level-1-sword--56560127
Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56560127Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:40:11 +0000KarlI've worked on this one for a while......Joined again by Stephen of Level 1 Sword, to talk about the latest & greatest Zelda Game. In part 1, we cover impressions from both prelease & initiation, as well as delve into the story (SPOILERS)...
Questions or comments? lvl1sword@gmail.com to reach out to Stephen, & nalistenerq@gmail.com for me.

Stephen is the creator of the Level 1 Sword Youtube Channel which is full of great content

https://www.youtube.com/@Level1Sword

My channel

https://www.youtube.com/@NintendoDeepDiver/featured

]]>3671legendofzelda,loz,nintendo,nintendoswitch,switch,tears,tearsofthekingdom,totk,totkreview,zeldafalse2fullhttps://www.youtube.com/@mamaslittlebaby758/featuredhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56376886Sat, 05 Aug 2023 10:36:50 +0000KarlIn Episode 11 of NDD, I start off with a small game check-in, touching on Pikmin 4, & Bad North, & then for the rest of the show, it's all Conker's Bad Fur Day. Questions or comments, send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com2572classicreviews,conker,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,rare,rareware,retrogamingfalse2fullhttps://www.youtube.com/@mamaslittlebaby758/featuredhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56173661Fri, 21 Jul 2023 05:27:59 +0000KarlNo reviews for episode 10, instead we're doing a game check-in; looking at Super Smash Bros Brawl, Pikmin 4 demo, Pikmin 3 (bingo battle), Conker's Bad Fur Day, & Wario Ware: Get it Together. For next episode, I'm planning a discussion panel on...3072brawl,conker,n64,nintendo,pikmin,pikmin3,pikmin4,rareware,retro,retrogaming,smashbros,smashwii,ssbb,wario,wariowarefalse210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-pilot-wings-64--53818316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53818316Thu, 11 May 2023 13:55:35 +0000KarlPilot Wings 64, a launch title for the Nintendo 64 meant to show off its advanced physics and 3d capabilities is what's being discussed in this episode. Please Enjoy! Along with original hardware, Pilot Wings 64 is also available on NSO's expansion...244190s,90sgaming,gaming,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,pilotwings,retro,retrogaming,switch,videogamesfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-the-legend-of-zelda-oracle-of-seasons--53786219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53786219Tue, 09 May 2023 04:52:17 +0000KarlOnly one item on the agenda for episode 8, and that is LoZ: Oracle of Seasons, a Zelda game that might just boast the greatest item in franchise history. If ever the show was to earn its moniker of "deep dive", this episode might be it; so it's best...5305botw,gameboy,gaming,legend,legendofzelda,loz,nintendo,retro,retrogaming,tearsofthekingdom,videogames,zeldafalse28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-f-zero-x--53728538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53728538Wed, 03 May 2023 14:18:09 +0000KarlEpisode 7 is all about f-Zero X, which is a wonderful game, full of intense personality. At one point I make the statement that I don't prefer the game's music, but consider that statement redacted. Questions or comments? Send them to...3958fzero,f-zero,fzerox,fzx,gaming,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,retro,retrogaming,videogamesfalse27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-mario-64--53723856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53723856Wed, 03 May 2023 02:58:23 +0000KarlA reupload of the Super Mario 64 review with a volume bump up. Questions or comments? Send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com7080gamereviews,mario,mario64,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,nintendogames,retrogaming,supermario,supermario64,videogamesfalse24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-kirby-64--53637468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53637468Tue, 25 Apr 2023 03:47:29 +0000KarlFor Episode 6 we start with a brief review of Turok 3, followed by a longer look at Kirby 64, the charming 2.5D outing of our adorable & destructive pink puffball. It's a game with many surprises to bolster an otherwise fun but safe Kirby...3564kirby,kirby64,kirbycrystalshards,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,retro,retrogaming,shadowofoblivion,turok3false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-mario-the-hobbyist--53618645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53618645Sun, 23 Apr 2023 05:57:47 +0000KarlIn this episode, we delve into some of Mario's pastimes: Tennis & Go Karting, as seen on the N64. Questions or comments can be sent to nalistenerq@gmail.com. Video content can be found at the "Nintendo Deep Dive" Youtube channel or on Twitch.4256mario,mariokart,mariokart64,mariotennis,n64,nintendo,retro,retrogaming,videogamepodcastfalse26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-warioland-3-bomber-man-hero--53164312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53164312Sat, 11 Mar 2023 03:01:25 +0000KarlIf Negative Nancy & Naysayer Ned got together, after having an unpleasant dinner, made uncomfortable & awkward love to each other, & thereafter Nancy conceived & bore a son; you might think that boy was me. Well, it is not, those are...6136bomberman,bombermanhero,metroid,metroidprime,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,nintendolabo,prime,retro,retrogaming,retrospectives,wario,warioland,warioland3false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-part-two-pokemon-blue-a-charizard-in-a-blastoise-world--53066968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53066968Thu, 02 Mar 2023 02:17:59 +0000KarlStephen (of Level 1 Sword) stays on for deuxième partie of episode deux to discuss Pokemon Version Bleu(ne Pokemon Version Rouge pas); with Stephen serving as the veteran of Gen 1 Pokemon & I the newcomer. We cover everything from the imbalanced...10313level1sword,nintendo,pokemon,pokemongenerationone,pokemonred&blue,retrovideogamesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-part-1-directly-to-you--52850804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52850804Sat, 25 Feb 2023 21:48:18 +0000KarlI am joined by Stephen from the Level 1 Sword channel to provide a rare excursion into the topical. Aside from Nintendo's February direct, we also discuss the flagging live service games trend, in light of recent(ish) news; we do nothing to hide the...4782metroid,metroidprimeremastered,nintedodirect,nintendo,videogamesfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-of-deep-dive-doom-64-g-w-gallery-3-beetle-adventure-racing--52766160https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52766160Fri, 17 Feb 2023 12:20:37 +0000KarlAside from a slight rebranding, it's business as usual. A little is said about February's Direct, followed by reviews on Game & Watch Gallery 3, Beetle Adventure Racing, & Doom 64 respectively. Questions or comments can be sent to...4950beetleadventureracing,doom64,gameboy,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,nintendodirectfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-42-banjo-tooie-mario-odyssey--52662406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52662406Tue, 07 Feb 2023 18:35:26 +0000KarlIt's a nice jam-packed episode featuring a discussion on meaningful collectibles, prompted by an email, a critique of one of the Switch's crown jewels, & a review of the sequel to Rare's crown jewel. Going forward the show will be undergoing some...8066banjokazooie,mario,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,rare,rareware,switchfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-41-turok-2-seeds-of-evil--52426655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52426655Thu, 12 Jan 2023 22:33:46 +0000KarlI AM TUROK!!! For episode 42, I'm reviewing Turok 2. It's quite the adventure game, full of monstrous foes, outlandish weaponry & labyrinthian levels; also dinosaurs. Questions or comments, send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com4320gaming,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,retrogaming,retrospective,turokfalse242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-40-jet-force-gemini--52387550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52387550Mon, 09 Jan 2023 02:25:02 +0000KarlA review of Jet Force Gemini that's all up & down with the game's highs & lows. Followed by an email section about Ocarina of time. Question or Comment? Send to Nalistenerq@gmail.com7762jetforcegemini,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,rare,rareware,retrogamingfalse240fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-39-yoshi-s-story--52200406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52200406Fri, 16 Dec 2022 02:58:55 +0000KarlIt's a shorter & hopefully more digestible episode for 39. In addition to Yoshi's story, I also touch on Game & Watch Gallery 2. Questions or comments? Please send to nalistenerq@gmail.com3707classicnintendo,mario,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,retroreviews,review,videogames,yoshifalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-38-wave-race-64--52181405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52181405Wed, 14 Dec 2022 03:48:14 +0000KarlLo Behold, the Lord of the Waves, Tis Wave Race 64, & bequeathed to me from me for review. There's also more Gameboy Color to talk about in the titles MegaMan Xtreme 2 & Pokemon Puzzle challenge. Questions or comments? Send to...6861gameboy,megaman,n64,nintendo,nostalgia,pokemon,retrogaming,videogames,waverace64false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-37-sin-punishment--51913190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51913190Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:42:07 +0000KarlThe equivalent to a foreign film (for a foreign audience?), I have Sin & Punishment. Also, 007's The World Is Not Enough for review. Both were released on the N64, the console that I am currently centering my retrospective. I like one game, &...3861007,n64,nintendo,s&p,twine,videogamesfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-36-ocarina-of-time-featuring-level-1-sword-podcast-s-host--51913026
Questions or comments can be sent to nalistenerq@gmail.com. If you want to reach out to Stephen, lvl1sword@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51913026Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:33:49 +0000KarlWith my Guest Stephen, we talk Ocarina of time & only Ocarina of time......all the time. A lot of things have been said about this legendary game, & boy howdy we say all of it, & more! Hope you enjoy! Questions or comments can be sent to...
Questions or comments can be sent to nalistenerq@gmail.com. If you want to reach out to Stephen, lvl1sword@gmail.com]]>16332n64,nintendo,ocarina,oot,reviews,zeldafalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-36-part-1--51912793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51912793Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:18:57 +0000KarlOn the show as a guest, we are joined by Stephen from the Level 1 Sword podcast. We talk about Jedi Fallen Order, Pokemon Blue, Age of Calamity, & Fire Emblem Awakening. We then talk about the legacy of N64 development. Questions or comments can...6383fireemblem,n64,nintendo,pokemon,review,starwarsfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-35-extreme-g-mario-party-2--51667084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51667084Mon, 24 Oct 2022 06:11:34 +0000KarlFor this one, a brief talk about Nintendo's 3rd party showcase that happened in spring, & some talk about Mario Strikers Charged. Afterward, its reviews for Extreme G, & Mario Party 2. Questions or comments can go to nalistenerq@gmail.com4820gaming,mario,n64,nintendo,retro,videogamesfalse236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-34-dk64-perfect-dark-shantae--51603172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51603172Mon, 17 Oct 2022 23:14:58 +0000KarlAn episode of ranting & raving. Unfortunately, my chair broke in the 3rd hour, & so there are some loud creaks from that point forth, as well as the intermittent meowing of a cat, faintly audible. The Shantae review begins at the 4-minute mark...15470dk,dk64,donkeykong,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,perfect,perfectdark,retrogamingfalse234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-33-more-star-wars-on-the-n64-redux--51264914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51264914Thu, 15 Sep 2022 04:53:42 +0000KarlUnfortunately, Audacity ate the original episode 33, so I threw this together quickly. First section is all about Battle for Naboo, Factor 5's follow up spin-off to rogue squadron, & the second covers Shadows of the Empire. Questions or comments...4604n64,nintendo,starwarsfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-32-rogue-squadron-star-wars-racer--50961070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50961070Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:39:36 +0000KarlThis episode sees me reviewing two Star Wars classics, & also Warioland 2, I might also talk about other things too. Star Wars Rogue Squadron is a near-perfect distillation of the Star Wars property, and an exercise in procedural gameplay...11591gameboy,mariostrikers,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,retrogaming,reviews,roguesquadron,starwars,wariofalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-31-smash-bros-64-turok--50767508https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50767508Sun, 31 Jul 2022 23:29:51 +0000KarlIn addition to reviewing Smash Bros 64 & Turok dinosaur hunter, you can also enjoy reviews for Donkey kong Land 2 & Game & Watch Gallery. Comments & questions can be sent to nalistenerq@gmail.com.6507dinosaurhunter,donkeykong,game&watch,n64,nintendo,smashbros,turokfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-30-banjo-mania--50711454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50711454Tue, 26 Jul 2022 01:32:59 +0000KarlI'll be pithy with this episode's rundown: I review Molemania & Banjo Kazooie, and I also talk about the closure of Nintendo's legacy eshops, & the February direct. All counted, I had nice things to say, & some not-so-nice things as well....8292banjokazooie,familyshow,gameboy,molemania,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,nintendoswitch,switchfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nintendo-archive-episode-29-diddy-kong-racing--48995515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48995515Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:04:36 +0000KarlI recorded this audio a while ago, but due to extensive editing & limited time, I have only now just finished producing this episode. Regardless I hope anyone listening enjoys it, as I discuss Diddy Kong Racing, & answer an email. Any...5497diddykong,dkr,n64,nintendo,nintendo64,review,smashbrosbrawlfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-fox-64-featuring-stephen-from-level-1-sword--48749020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48749020Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:57:53 +0000KarlThis episode is all Star Fox! Considered Iconic by many, it was only fitting that I find an additional person to help me espouse the virtues of Star Fox 64. Stephen (from Level 1 Sword) & I rang as much as we could out of this N64 classic, but...7994discussion,n64,nintendo,retrogaming,review,starfox,starfox64,videogamesfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-007-goldeneye-guest-starring-nick-josh-from-the-loud-thumbs-podcast--48431086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48431086Mon, 24 Jan 2022 23:54:58 +0000KarlIn this episode, I got some much-needed help from Nick & Josh, of the Loud Thumbs podcast, with reviewing an N64 classic. Along with the review, the three of us talked about a litany of other games & topics. All in all, it was a big bag of...9413007,battlefront2,bond,godofwar,goldeneye,halo,n64,nintendo,retrospective,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-dawn-of-a-new-day--48006932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48006932Tue, 21 Dec 2021 06:38:33 +0000KarlAs the title suggests the show is moving forward to new horizons, what does that mean? I don't know but it sounded nice. So tune in to see (hear) what is in store. As usual, all comments & questions are appreciated & can be sent to the email...3714nintendo,retrogaming,review,starwarsbattlefrontfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-epic-mickey--47528273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47528273Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:14:25 +0000KarlThis episode marks the end of my voyage with the Nintendo Wii, at least for now (a lot of games left to talk). I enjoyed my time with the Wii, & I hope you who are listening enjoyed hearing me talk about it. For this final episode, I reviewed Epic...6616disney,epicmickey,mickey,nintendo,review,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-super-mario-galaxy--47211077
Rankings

1. Super Smash Bros Brawl
2. Donkey Kong Country Returns
3. Wii Sports Resort
4.Super Mario Galaxy 2
5. LoZ: Twilight Princess
6. Mario Strikers Charged
7. Punchout
8. ExciteBots
9. WarioWare: Smooth Moves
10. Sin & Punishment 2
11. Rabbids Go Home
12. No More Heroes
13. Red Steel 2
14. Metroid Prime 3
15. GoldenEye 007
16. No More Heroes 2
17. Wario Land: Shake it
18. Metroid: Other M
19. LoZ: Skyward Sword
20. ExciteTruck
21. Battalion Wars 2
22. Mario Kart Wii
23. Paper Mario
24. Wii Play]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47211077Fri, 29 Oct 2021 06:08:41 +0000KarlTalking about three games in this episode, 2 of them getting reviewed, all of them, Mario titles. The first review is for New Super Mario Bros Wii, & the second is for Super Mario Galaxy, with Super Mario 3D World acting as a buffer between the...
Rankings

1. Super Smash Bros Brawl
2. Donkey Kong Country Returns
3. Wii Sports Resort
4.Super Mario Galaxy 2
5. LoZ: Twilight Princess
6. Mario Strikers Charged
7. Punchout
8. ExciteBots
9. WarioWare: Smooth Moves
10. Sin & Punishment 2
11. Rabbids Go Home
12. No More Heroes
13. Red Steel 2
14. Metroid Prime 3
15. GoldenEye 007
16. No More Heroes 2
17. Wario Land: Shake it
18. Metroid: Other M
19. LoZ: Skyward Sword
20. ExciteTruck
21. Battalion Wars 2
22. Mario Kart Wii
23. Paper Mario
24. Wii Play]]>76813dworld,galaxy,mario,nintendo,nsmbwii,retrospective,review,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-super-mario-galaxy-2--46252625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46252625Thu, 26 Aug 2021 22:39:31 +0000KarlAn episode like all the rest. In the first section of the show, I delve into thoughts on Bioshock Infinite, & following that I go into a review of Super Mario Galaxy 2. My thoughts on it might be a deviation from the norm. Questions or comments...5142bioshock,galaxy,mario,nintendo,retrospective,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-super-smash-bros-brawl--45864068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45864068Tue, 27 Jul 2021 22:57:47 +0000KarlHello! This episode marks the debut of a new segment, "Games I weirdly hate, & for weird reasons too". I hope you, the listener, enjoy it. I also have a few games, that I have been playing with the nephews, to talk about; followed by a review of...6769mario,nintendo,retroactive,review,smash,smashbros,wii,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-excitebots--45634465https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45634465Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:16:34 +0000KarlEpisode 21 is a fairly typical episode, though with E3 having recently transpired, I felt compelled to do a segment; not one E3 itself, but an adjacent topic. Afterwards, is a breezy review of ExciteBots. I am actually getting pretty close to wrapping...72703ds,e3,excitebots,mariostrikers,monstergames,nintendo,pacman,switch,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-having-a-guest-on-twilight-princess--45405264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45405264Wed, 23 Jun 2021 01:28:50 +0000KarlNot contented with a 4 1/2 hour-long episode, I made this monster; I am very thankful that Stephen of Level Sword was so gracious as to stay for the whole thing. Twilight Princess was probably my favourite game growing up, & remains a metric by...18526gamecube,midna,nintendo,review,twilightprincess,wii,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-having-a-guest-on-part-1-talking-about-the-wii--45396902https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45396902Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:40:18 +0000KarlThis episode was so big, I split it into two, part two is close behind (just need to add all the music). For episode 20, I was happy to have Stephen, host of Level 1 Sword, join me for a general discussion on the Wii hardware. He was also kind of...4284nintendo,review,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-wii-sports-resort--45131966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45131966Wed, 02 Jun 2021 06:30:55 +0000KarlIn this episode, I briefly speak on the Nintendo Direct that happened in February, & I mean briefly. After which, I dive right into the crown jewel of Nintendo's casual titles. I hope you enjoy. If you feel the urge to contact me, the email...2744nintendo,retrospective,review,wii,wiisportsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-donkey-kong-country-returns--45105629https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45105629Mon, 31 May 2021 08:09:11 +0000KarlThis episode features a review on Donkey Kong Country Returns, Retro's second Lazarus project. I can't really think of anything else to say. If you have questions, comments, or life-changing insights, the email address is nalistenerq@gmail.com4129dk,donkeykong,nintendo,retro,retrospective,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-metroid-prime-corruption--45087147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45087147Sat, 29 May 2021 07:41:33 +0000KarlApologies about the slow trickle, but now that school is done, I can edit the audio I have been sitting on. Aside from a review of Metroid Prime 3 Corruption, I also give some thoughts on how games are reviewed. Hope whoever listens to this enjoys,...5845metroid,nintendo,prime,retro,retrospective,review,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-super-paper-mario--43903222
Also, there will be a few more episodes on their way as well, provided I edit them in a timely manner]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43903222Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:39:46 +0000KarlHello to anyone that is still listening after my long absence. This episode is standard fare, featuring a small comparison between two platformers with opposing strengths & weaknesses, and then a review of Super Paper Mario. If you really enjoy...
Also, there will be a few more episodes on their way as well, provided I edit them in a timely manner]]>3759mario,nintendo,papermario,rayman,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-warioware-smooth-moves--40568286
For this show's review, I chose Warioware: Smooth Moves; it's a hard game to describe, but I did my best. I'm excited to announce that I finally got an email, which I read on the show. If you want to send me a question or comment, the address is nalistenerq@gmail.com.

The music of this podcast was created by the artist, Frostyn. You can find the rest of their work at www.frostyn.com, Spotify or perhaps on other services.

For those curious about the Wii rankings as they currently stand. Here they are:

1. Mario Strikers Charged
2. Punchout
3. Rabbids Go Home
4.Sin and Punishment 2
5. No More Heroes
6. Red Steel 2
7. No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle
8. Warioland: Shake it
9. Metroid Other M
10. GoldenEye 007
11. Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
12. ExciteTruck
13. Battalion Wars
14. Mario Kart Wii]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40568286Sat, 29 Aug 2020 18:43:38 +0000KarlThis episode is a return to the more standard format, being shorter and having multiple segments. The first portion of the show is more topical than usual, with a dive into the announcement of Pikmin 3 Deluxe, leading to some musings on the amount and...
For this show's review, I chose Warioware: Smooth Moves; it's a hard game to describe, but I did my best. I'm excited to announce that I finally got an email, which I read on the show. If you want to send me a question or comment, the address is nalistenerq@gmail.com.

The music of this podcast was created by the artist, Frostyn. You can find the rest of their work at www.frostyn.com, Spotify or perhaps on other services.

For those curious about the Wii rankings as they currently stand. Here they are:

1. Mario Strikers Charged
2. Punchout
3. Rabbids Go Home
4.Sin and Punishment 2
5. No More Heroes
6. Red Steel 2
7. No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle
8. Warioland: Shake it
9. Metroid Other M
10. GoldenEye 007
11. Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
12. ExciteTruck
13. Battalion Wars
14. Mario Kart Wii]]>5094nintendo,pikmin,wario,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword--40130792
As I mention in this episode, The Nintendo Archive will be going on hiatus very soon. I probably will be releasing three more episodes, but after that, the show will be put on hold indefinitely. So if anyone had a question or comment they were planning on sending in; you have a small window to do so. The email address as always is nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40130792Mon, 03 Aug 2020 22:41:41 +0000KarlI know its been a month since the last episode, but this new episode is so long, it will make up for any episodes you were otherwise expecting. Honestly, it's probably too long. The Sole focus of this episode is Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and...
As I mention in this episode, The Nintendo Archive will be going on hiatus very soon. I probably will be releasing three more episodes, but after that, the show will be put on hold indefinitely. So if anyone had a question or comment they were planning on sending in; you have a small window to do so. The email address as always is nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>17034nintendo,retrospective,review,skywardsword,wii,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-mario-kart-wii--34552342
As seen by the title, I then dived into Mario Kart Wii for this episode's review.

If you have any comments or questions, shoot them over to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34552342Mon, 29 Jun 2020 17:26:57 +0000KarlI wasn't playing anything this week, so I opted out of my News to me segment, and instead just focused on some miscellaneous thoughts which included Ocarina of Time's Master Quest, Smash Directs, bad reviews, etc. As seen by the title, I then dived...
As seen by the title, I then dived into Mario Kart Wii for this episode's review.

If you have any comments or questions, shoot them over to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>3835kart,mario,ocarina,smashbros,spongebob,wii,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-red-steel-2--32210949
If you have any questions or comments, please send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com

Thanks]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32210949Sun, 21 Jun 2020 06:24:58 +0000KarlFor this episode, I talk about Shantae, one of the last big exclusives for the GameBoy Color. I haven't finished it yet so my thoughts are only worth so much. I then move on to Ubisoft's Red Steel 2, the tour de force in motion control sword fighting...
If you have any questions or comments, please send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com

Thanks]]>3970motion,nintendo,redsteel2,ubisoft,western,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-rabbids-go-home--31343120
As for this episode's Wii review, I tackle Ubisoft Montpellier's Rabbids Go Home. What do I think about it?! I don't know, I forget; even so, I hope you enjoy the review.

If you have any questions, shoot them over to the email address: nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31343120Wed, 17 Jun 2020 01:20:21 +0000KarlI almost uploaded this episode on time, but alas. For the first portion of the show, I talk about two well-regarded titles; Resident Evil 4 and Paper Mario (64). I concur with the former's high regard, but the latter's praise leaves me slightly...
As for this episode's Wii review, I tackle Ubisoft Montpellier's Rabbids Go Home. What do I think about it?! I don't know, I forget; even so, I hope you enjoy the review.

If you have any questions, shoot them over to the email address: nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>4776nintendo,rabbids,ubisoft,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-no-more-heroes--29940786
If you would like to send in an email, the podcast address is nalistenerq@gmail.com

For those who need the reminder, my current Wii game ranking thus far:

1. Mario Strikers Charged
2. Punchout
3. Sin and Punishment 2: Star Successor
4. WarioLand: Shake it
5. Metroid: Other M
6. 007 GoldenEye
7. ExciteTruck
8. Battalion Wars 2]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/29940786Tue, 09 Jun 2020 02:42:42 +0000KarlThis episode features only a brief section of what I've been playing, in which I talk about the unique platformer that is Gargoyle's Quest for the Gameboy. Then for this episode's review, I tackle Suda51's classic, No More Heroes, and also rope in its...
If you would like to send in an email, the podcast address is nalistenerq@gmail.com

For those who need the reminder, my current Wii game ranking thus far:

1. Mario Strikers Charged
2. Punchout
3. Sin and Punishment 2: Star Successor
4. WarioLand: Shake it
5. Metroid: Other M
6. 007 GoldenEye
7. ExciteTruck
8. Battalion Wars 2]]>6414goichi,nintendo,suda51,touchdown,travis,videogames,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-mario-strikers-charged--28734068
The first section of the show is dedicated to Star Fox Adventures, going in-depth on the game's origins, its reception by fans, and also my own feelings on it 18 years after the fact. As always, the second portion of the show concerns a Wii title. The game featured this go-around is Mario Strikers Charged; the sequel to Nintendo's violent rendition of the beautiful game.

If you have any questions or comments you can send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28734068Sun, 31 May 2020 05:07:19 +0000KarlSorry for the delay, I can't guarantee if it was worth it, even so, I hope you enjoy this episode. The first section of the show is dedicated to Star Fox Adventures, going in-depth on the game's origins, its reception by fans, and also my own...
The first section of the show is dedicated to Star Fox Adventures, going in-depth on the game's origins, its reception by fans, and also my own feelings on it 18 years after the fact. As always, the second portion of the show concerns a Wii title. The game featured this go-around is Mario Strikers Charged; the sequel to Nintendo's violent rendition of the beautiful game.

If you have any questions or comments you can send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>5689football,mario,nintendo,starfox,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-battalion-wars-2--27210783
Following a topic about game length, I move into the review portion of the show. If you any questions or comments shoot them over to nalistenerq@gmail.com

Here are the Wii game rankings up to this point:

1. Punchout
2. Sin and Punishment 2
3. Warioland: Shake it
4. Metroid: Other M
5. GoldenEye
6. ExciteTruck]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27210783Wed, 13 May 2020 04:35:06 +0000KarlIn this episode, I start with my thoughts on two Gameboy titles: Balloon Kid, and Molemania. the former a sequel to the famous Iwata developed joust-like, and the latter an obscure Miyamoto puzzle game. After Gameboy, comes Gamecube as I then delve...
Following a topic about game length, I move into the review portion of the show. If you any questions or comments shoot them over to nalistenerq@gmail.com

Here are the Wii game rankings up to this point:

1. Punchout
2. Sin and Punishment 2
3. Warioland: Shake it
4. Metroid: Other M
5. GoldenEye
6. ExciteTruck]]>6513kuju,luigi,molemania,nintendofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-metroid-other-m--26459742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26459742Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:48:16 +0000KarlIn this episode of the Nintendo Archive, I focus on a trio of 007 games: the embryonic Agent Under Fire, the celebrated Nightfire, and the somewhat forgotten From Russia with Love. Thereafter I discuss a maligned entry in the celebrated, if not...8273007,metroid,nintendo,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-star-successor--25823465
If you have any questions, you can send them to the email address nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25823465Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:13:33 +0000KarlBoy Howdy! Its been a while since I uploaded. This episode of the Nintendo Archive is dedicated mostly to what I've been playing for the past two weeks. After that's out of the way, I briefly explore a well-renowned shooter from a well-renowned...
If you have any questions, you can send them to the email address nalistenerq@gmail.com]]>5505nintendo,zeldafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-excite-truck--24043450Then for our Wii game of the Week, I discuss the launch title, Excite Truck

If you have questions or comments, send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com and if you enjoyed the music of the Podcast be sure to check out its provider's website www.frostyn.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24043450Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:48:41 +0000KarlIn episode 5 of the Nintendo Archive, I discuss an early Wii title, Battalion Wars 2 followed up by Mega Man 5, in which I lament my ability to make headway against the robot masters. I proceed with a quick and dirty comparison between these two games...Then for our Wii game of the Week, I discuss the launch title, Excite Truck

If you have questions or comments, send them to nalistenerq@gmail.com and if you enjoyed the music of the Podcast be sure to check out its provider's website www.frostyn.com.]]>3196excited,megaman,nintendo,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-warioland-shake-it--23854167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23854167Sat, 14 Mar 2020 05:06:20 +0000KarlIts a long episode this week, beginning with a small dispassionate diatribe, and a quick revisit to Donkey '94. Up to this point I was making good time, but I squandered my head start on an hour long dive into our Wii game of the week. No emails, but...5056dk,nintendo,retro,videogames,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-007-double-feature--23627124Continuing on with our main feature, I review my second Wii game; bet you can't guess what game it will be.

I'd like to thank the artist, Frostyn for providing the music featured in this podcast.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23627124Sun, 08 Mar 2020 03:12:41 +0000KarlIn today's episode of the Nintendo Archive, I briefly discuss Donkey Kong '94 for the Gameboy, followed by a lengthier talk on 007 Everything or Nothing, where I touch one the game's wide breadth of ideas. Continuing on with our main feature, I...Continuing on with our main feature, I review my second Wii game; bet you can't guess what game it will be.

I'd like to thank the artist, Frostyn for providing the music featured in this podcast.]]>4070007,dk,nintendo,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-punchout--23376161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23376161Mon, 02 Mar 2020 04:25:58 +0000KarlIn today's episode, I discuss two gameboy titles, making remarks on how these old titles can still impress. Afterwards I move into my discussion of Punchout on the Wii; going over its controls, graphics, difficulty, influences and whatever else I...3769castlevania,kirby,nintendo,oldgames,punchout,retro,wiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-beta--23294791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23294791Fri, 28 Feb 2020 18:35:02 +0000KarlIn the first episode the Nintendo Archive we go over the show's structure going forward, before moving on to what I've been playing, followed by a short discussion on the Wii. Questions and comments can be sent to nalistenerQ@gmail.com2051nintendo,wiifalsefull