Best Daan Koopman Podcasts (2025)

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S2 Episode 18: Alone Together, Games Stronger (Summer 2020) 2:11:14

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Hey, hi! After a few months of absence, we talk about it in the opener, 29 games are brought to the table for further discussion. The games include Ageless, Panzer Paladin, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2, CrossCode, Arrest of a Stone Buddha, Shantae and the Seven Sirens, Death Come True and so much more. Sit tight for a true return to form with …

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S2 Episode 17: Colors Live Interview with Jens Andersson 47:34

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Daan is joined by Collecting Smiles' Jens Andersson to discuss his game development history, the trials and tribulations of Yoku's Island Express and the history behind the Colors app. Naturally, the main topic is Colors Live Kickstarter, which sees Jens selling both software and hardware. How this come about? How does the pen exactly work? All is …

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S2 Episode 16: Mashing & Smashing (April/May 2020) 1:36:10

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Your good pals Daan and Jordan discuss the wonders of Paper Mario, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition and 21 digital titles that will blow your socks off. This includes Moving Out, Trials of Mana, Lonely Mountains: Downhill, Streets of Rage 4, Later Daters, SNK GALS' FIGHTERS, What The Golf and so much more!…

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S2 Episode 15: Numbers, Jobs & Oceans (February & March 2020) 1:45:16

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Daan and Jordan discuss a selection of games they enjoyed through the months of February and March 2020. With nearly 25 games to discuss, the duo are diving in deep with all sorts of fun discussions. The titles include Thief Town, Half Past Fate, One Step From Eden, Good Job, KUNAI, Florence, Murder by Numbers, Exit the Gungeon, Shinsekai, Curious …

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S2 Episode 14: A Healthy Dose of Coffee & Vitamins (January 2020) 1:20:05

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By Daan Koopman

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S2 Episode 13: The Winter of Surprises (November & December 2019) 1:25:29

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By Daan Koopman

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S2 Episode 12: Style Is Where The Heart Is (October 2019) 1:56:28

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Daan and Jordan are here to discuss all the games that mattered in October of 2019. The month was filled with fun surprises including Neo Cab, Killer Queen Black, Cat Quest II, Vortex Attack EX, Little Town Hero, Trine 4, 80 Days and more neat titles. Listen in and join the eShop fun club today, Mac!…

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S2 Episode 11: Rhythm, Retro & Finger Guns (September 2019) 1:59:23

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The September round-up is upon us at last! Daan and Jordan are here to break down the month's best Nintendo Switch eShop surprises including Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX, Freedom Finger, Ori and the Blind Forest, Cyber Protocol, Untitled Goose Game, AI: The Somnium Files, GRID Autosport, Sayonara Wild Hearts, Neon Drive, Creature in the …

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S2 Episode 10: The Best Surprises (August 2019) 1:37:48

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Daan and Jordan got some fun Nintendo Switch eShop surprises during the month of August, and they are willing to talk about them. The selection sees the dynamic duo discuss Vambrace: Cold Soul, Plunge, Oninaki, PictoQuest, Superhot, RAD, Boreal Blade, Wilmot's Warehouse and so much more!By Daan Koopman

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S2 Episode 9: Action, Beauty and Rhythm (June & July 2019) 1:59:31

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Daan and Jordan return for a lengthy June & July round-up of the eShop Action Committee. It has been a while, but there are 21 games to discuss, so who is really complaining? You can hear their thoughts on Bloodstained, Slay The Spire, Catan, Muse Dash, My Friend Pedro, Dream Daddy, TINY METAL: Super Metal Rumble and so more much. In addition to th…

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S2 Episode 8: Interview with Hiroaki Yura (TINY METAL) 32:53

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With the release of TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE, Daan sits down with game director Hiroaki Yura. Yura-san talks about the TINY METAL games, his audio production work and a whole lot more. Note: Sadly, there are some Skype effects in this episode. We tried to avoid them the best we can. New regular episodes coming in the near future!…

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S2 Episode 7: Metroidvania Overflow (May 2019) 1:30:59

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In the belated May episode of the eShop Action Committee podcast, we catch up that you forgot due to E3 season. What to think of games like Gato Roboto, Warlock's Tower, Duck Game, VA-11 HALL-A, Vectronom, Shakedown Hawaii, Chime Sharp and more. We also discuss GoFishing3D, which Daan claims is currently the worst Nintendo Switch eShop title. Will …

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S2 Episode 6: GOAT, Goat and SHOOT (April 2019) 1:51:39

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An action-packed April gave Daan and Jordan 24 games to discuss. In this near two hour show, you will hear about the best and worst Nintendo Switch eShop titles that money can buy. The selection includes Picross S3, Cytus Alpha, Cuphead, Katana Zero, SteamWorld Quest, Truberbrook, Switch 'N' Shoot, Mechstermination Force and so much more! The episo…

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S2 Episode 5: Surprising Encounters (March 2019) 1:25:25

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A lighter March brings a ton of surprises for Daan and Jordan! The Red Strings Club, Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid, Golf Peaks, Hook, Baba is You, Lyrica and more will be discussed across a nearly 90 minute roundup show. Surely they won't bring up Xenon Racer, right? The episode was edited by Stephen Staver (@sstaver on Twitter). We highly rec…

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S2 Episode 4: What A Twist! (February Roundup) 1:56:25

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Daan and Jordan discuss the most interesting games came out in the month of February. The games they've chosen are curious in more ways than one. How about games that are completely different than you expect? Or a title that adds mechanics out of the blue? The selection includes Wargroove, The Liar Princess, Trails Rising, AWAY, Devil Engine, Strik…

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S2 Episode 3: The Return of Roundups (January 2019) 1:48:40

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Daan and Jordan are here to discuss all the Nintendo Switch eShop titles that came out in January 2019. In this nearly two hour show, the duo discusses all the highs and lows of those opening moments. Games include Pang Adventures, Momodora, Everything, Double Cross, BlockQuest Maker, FutureGrind, Unruly Heroes, PikuNiku and a whole lot more! Follo…

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S2 Episode 2: The SteamWorld Quest Interview & Impressions Extravaganza 54:43

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Daan recently went to Sweden and got to play roughly 3.5 hours of the upcoming SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech. In this interview and impressions special, Image & Form and Thunderful's Brjann Sigurgeirsson joins him to discuss all the ins and outs. You will learn about SteamWorld Quest's origins, why the game is secretly a LARP and what stood o…

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S2 Episode 1: 2018's Very Best Like No One Ever Was 1:18:59

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The eShop Action Committee is back. Daan Koopman and Jordan Rudek discuss their favorite Nintendo Switch eShop games throughout the year 2018. This selection includes GRIS, A Case of Distrust, Celeste, Madorica Real Estate, Zarvot and so much more! Follow us on Twiter! Jordan - https://twitter.com/riskman64 Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaan eAC…

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Episode 32: Playing Ketchup 1:11:37

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Daan and Jon return to discuss tons of Nintendo Switch games they've missed on their hiatus! It is a broad selection of games that includes Gotcha Racing 2nd, Arcade Archives PUNCH-OUT!!, Shadow Bug, Sally's Law, MEMBRANE, #Breakforcist Battle, Brakes Are For Losers and more.By Daan Koopman

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Episode 31: Kermit's Slayway Truck Allies 1:14:58

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In the thirty-first show of the eShop Action Committee, Daan and Jon discuss the latest Nindies Showcase. It brought reveals of LUMINES Remastered, Fantasy Strike, Bomb Chicken and more. With the latter half, the duo breaks down the usual assortment of available games. With games like Clustertruck and Slayaway Camp, there is certainly a little some…

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Episode 30: An Unforgettable Direct 1:31:45

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Daan and Jon discuss the Nintendo Direct for March 2018, which was wonderful. It included fun announcements like WarioWare Gold, Dark Souls: Remastered amiibo, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, Splatoon 2 Octo Expansion and much more. Next to this, the duo highlights another ten titles for good measure. You will hear thoughts on games such as Bridge …

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Episode 29: Building The Night Away 1:09:46

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Daan and Jon discuss various games that released throughout the month of February! The selection includes Dragon Quest Builders, Dandara, Crypt of the Necrodancer, ATOMIK: RunGunJumpGun, Fe, Old Man's Journey, Puzzle Puppers, Space Dave and more.By Daan Koopman

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Episode 28: Heading for the Top 1:25:34

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Daan and Jon talk Nintendo's latest financial briefing and all the news that came along with it. In second half, the duo discusses our usual array of Nintendo Switch eShop releases. This includes Celeste, Lost Sphear, Shu, EARTH WARS, Super One More Jump, Night in the Woods and more!By Daan Koopman

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Episode 27: Interview with Image & Form's Brjann Sigurgeirsson 1:44:49

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Daan is joined by Image & Form's Brjann Sigurgeirsson to discuss the SteamWorld series, Nintendo Switch icons, sales numbers and so much more.By Daan Koopman

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Episode 26: Cardboard Conventions 1:20:10

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Daan and Jon discuss ins and outs of Nintendo's new Labo initiative. Naturally, there also Nintendo Switch eShop games to talk about. The selection includes Furi, Never Stop Sneakin', Gunhouse, InnerSpace and World to the West!By Daan Koopman

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Episode 25: Direct Madness Mini 1:39:53

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Daan and Jon discuss the all the surprises from the latest Nintendo Direct Mini, including The World Ends With You -Final Remix- and Mario Tennis Aces. In addition to this, they will also discuss their top ten games of 2017!

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Episode 24: A Puzzling Strategy 1:27:31

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Daan and Jon discuss the roughly 30 Nintendo Switch eShop titles released in the final stages of December! They cover the big hitters like Gorogoa, Brawlout, Tiny Metal, Floor kids, The Next Penelope, SteamWorld Heist: Ultimate Edition, Sparkle Unleashed, Stikbold! DELUXE and so much more.By Daan Koopman

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Episode 23: Treats & Tricks 1:25:36

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In this episode of the eShop Action Committee, Daan and Jon discuss 23 different games on kinds of plains. We have incredible highs with releases like Nine Parchments, Dimension Drive, Human: Fall Flat, Unholy Heights and the Mutant Mudds Collection. The flipside, however, is lurking the behind the corner. The duo talk about their grievences with M…

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Episode 22: Trials and Tribulations 1:34:40

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Daan and Jon are back with their longest episode yet! The eShop Action Committee discusses everything from big AAA games to the shiniest indie gems released in the last three weeks. What does that include you might ask? Well... *deep breath* Farming Simulator, Sonic Forces, Snipperclips Plus, Maria The Switch, Koi DX, Octodad: Dadliest Catch, Rock …

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Episode 21: Parties versus Exploration 1:10:15

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After a small hiatus, we are back with a brand new episode! Daan and Jon discuss the variety of Nintendo eShop games released in the last three weeks. The selection includes Rogue Trooper Redux, Party Golf, The Mummy Demastered, Knight Terrors, Splasher, Perception, Super Beat Sports and much more! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/Nom…

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Episode 20: Warriors, Demos & Hardships 1:10:32

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In the twentieth episode of the eShop Action Committee, we fit as many topics possible in a single hour! We discuss the new Switch update, upcoming DLC for Fire Emblem Warriors and Europe's new Nintendo 3DS demos. Next to that, we have your regular slew of impressions. The selection includes Lovers in Dangerous Spacetime, Earth Atlantis, Unbox: New…

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Episode 19: Putts, Puzzles & Perfection 56:15

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Daan and Jon discuss about twenty Nintendo Switch games this week. The selection includes highlights like Golf Story, Binaries, INVERSUS Deluxe, Pankapu and much more. With an hour purely focused on the games, there should always be a little something for you! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/Ninten…

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Episode 18: Digging To Your Heart 1:11:26

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Daan and Jon discuss quite a bunch during this week's show! They chat about the new Nintendo Direct announcements, SteamWorld Dig 2 and all the games that were recently released. This includes the project Octopath Traveler demo, Lichtspeer and so much more! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaa…

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Episode 17: Lights, Camera & Sky Ride 45:01

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In this week's show, Daan and Jon discuss games like forma.8 and Sky Ride on Nintendo Switch. They also dive into the news for the first time. How good are those new Shovel Knight amiibo? What is Nicalis exactly bringing to the Nintendo Switch? This and more answers await you right here!By Daan Koopman

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Episode 16: A Week To Remember 1:00:58

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Daan and Jon discuss the Switch titles seen during Gamescom 2017 like Yoku's Island Express, SteamWorld Dig 2 and Deru. After that, the duo chats about the recent Nindies Showcase, which brought many treats! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaan…

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Episode 15: Platforming Bliss 46:40

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Daan and Jon discuss the latest Nintendo eShop releases including Retro City Rampage DX, Slime-san, Rocket Fist, Sonic Mania and Chicken Wiggle! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaanBy Daan Koopman

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Episode 14: Style, Grace and Cards (July Roundup) 1:04:18

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Daan and Jon discuss all the important Nintendo eShop games from the month of July! The line-up includes titles like Death Squared, Overcooked, Namco Museum and Kirby's Blowout Blast! Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaan

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Episode 13: Everyone To The GoNNER (June Roundup) 37:32

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Daan and Jon discuss the digital releases for the month of June! The selection includes titles like Shantae: Half-Genie Hero, GoNNER, Runbow Pocket and more. Follow us on Twiter! Jon - https://twitter.com/NomComms Daan - https://twitter.com/NintenDaanBy Daan Koopman

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Episode 12: De Mambo Interview 18:16

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Daan is joined by The Dangerous Kitchen to discuss their Nintendo Switch title De Mambo. You will learn how the concept came to be and what you can expect from the game!

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Episode 11: 3DS eShop Top 25 with Nathan 22:36

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We continue our quest for the best Nintendo 3DS eShop games with Nathan van Ginkel! Which absolute gems will be added to the fold?

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Episode 10: 3DS eShop Top 25 with NomComms 20:33

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Jon (NomComms) decides the first four games on our Top 25 Nintendo 3DS eShop games. Which games does he instantly pick up the system for?

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Episode 9: May Roundup with NomComms 1:00:01

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Daan is joined by Jon (NomComms) to discuss all of May's digital releases. This includes games like Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition, Thumper, Drancia Saga and much more!

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Episode 8: Choice Provisions Interview (Part 2) 23:14

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In the second part of our Choice Provisions interview, we discuss the upcoming Runner3 and the potential of a BIT.TRIP collection.

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Episode 7: Choice Provisions Interview (Part 1) 26:49

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In the first part of our interview with Choice Provisions (previously Gaijin Games), we talk about the history of the BIT.TRIP series and Runner2.

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Episode 6: Thumper Interview with Marc Flury 33:00

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Daan is joined by Drool's Marc Flury to discuss the development of Thumper and how the game ended up on Nintendo Switch!

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Episode 5: Improving The Nintendo Switch's eShop 23:49

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In the very first eShop Action Committee discussion, Daan is joined by his Dutch colleague Nathan van Ginkel. They discuss what they like and dislike about the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch. What would they change and how?

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Episode 4: SteamWorld Dig 2 Interview (Part 2) 38:12

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In the second part of Daan's interview with Image & Form's Brjann Sigurgeirsson, they go deeper into SteamWorld Dig 2 and what players can expect from it! Next to that, the fortunes of the Nintendo Switch are also discussed.

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Episode 3: SteamWorld Dig 2 Interview (Part 1) 38:43

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In the first part of this interview with Image & Form's Brjann Sigurgeirsson, Daan asks about recent SteamWorld developments and why they went back to the Dig style!

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Episode 2: April Roundup with NomComms 1:04:45

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Daan is joined Jon (NomComms) to discuss all of April's Nintendo eShop releases including TumbleSeed, KAMIKO, Graceful Explosion Machine, Team Kirby Clash and so much more! Follow Jon on Twitter - https://twitter.com/NomComms

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eAC Episode 1: TumbleSeed Interview 26:04

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Daan Koopman is joined by Benedict Fritz to discuss the upcoming TumbleSeed. In this interview, you will learn how the game came together and what challenges are awaiting you on May 2!By Daan Koopman