Best Virtual Console Podcasts (2025)

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Radiothon 2025

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Join the entire Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they celebrate JOY Radiothon with fun games, trivia, and improv. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Radiothon 2025 appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: The Nintendo Switch 2 Experience

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Join the entire Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about their experience trying out the Nintendo Switch 2. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Nintendo Switch 2 Experience appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Nintendo Sues Genki, ROG Ally 2 Leaks, and Backbone Pro Debuts 32:30

3d ago32:30

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This week, Nintendo is back to its litigous ways, Backbone has a new controller, the Anbernic RG34XXSP is real, and not one but two ASUS Rog Ally 2s leak in FCC filings. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Brendon spots an NPC parking lot. The Latest Portable Gaming News Nintendo Nintendo began working on Switch 2 shortly after the…

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Pokémon Crystal 1:03:10

6d ago1:03:10

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In their third release of their second generation, Pokemon decided to go for it and made a game that pioneers nearly everything we know and love about the series today. Animated sprites, battle towers, and YES you can play as a girl. Despite being the lowest selling mainline Pokemon game it’s become known as one of the greatest and also one of the …

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Visual Novels

6d ago

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Join Luke, Edie, Charlie, and Too Many Teeth Studio’s Harry in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss the visual novel genre in video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Visual Novels appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: GTA VI’s gets delayed

8d ago

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Join Luke, Edie, Charlie, and Too Many Teeth Studio’s Harry in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss the recent GTA VI’s news and other gaming news. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: GTA VI’s gets delayed appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Anbernic and Ayaneo Keep Launching and a JIT Twist on iOS 40:38

8d ago40:38

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This week on NPC, Federico, Brendon, and John chart which handheld makers are still shipping to the U.S. in the wake of steep tariffs, then explore how speedrunners are stress‑testing Breath of the Wild at Nintendo’s Switch 2 hands‑on events. Plus, they update listeners on Nintendo’s release of version 20 of the original Switch’s firmware, how a co…

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Episode 295 - J'Adore J'RPG (feat. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33) 2:03:15

8d ago2:03:15

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It's the best thing France has ever done TBH 00:06:11 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 01:07:57 Zeitgeist Games & Gaming Burnout 01:35:34 Favourite Old Licensed Games 02:00:16 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your…

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Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith - The Game 1:14:45

13d ago1:14:45

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This is where the fun begins. Mike & Neil are back to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith coming to theatres. A lot has changed since 2005 but the boys’ love of Episode III remains constant. Josh, host of Star Wars Escape Pod joins the show to discuss his early memories of the movie and to talk about the Revenge of the Sith game f…

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Personal and Life-Changing Games

13d ago

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Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle, and Jarrod in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about their personal and life-changing games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Personal and Life-Changing Games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Midnight Chaos: Switch 2 Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Supply 32:10

14d ago32:10

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This week, looming tariffs cause more handheld makers to pause shipments to the U.S., demand for the Switch 2 outstrips supply, John explains what the U.S. pre-order process was like, and we marvel at the restoration of a vintage Game Boy kiosk. Links and Show Notes Follow Up Playdate, Season 2 Preorders The Latest Portable Gaming News Tariff Updat…

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Up To Date: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake

15d ago

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Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle, and Jarrod in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Remakes & Remasters 1:09:01

20d ago1:09:01

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Video games have truly entered the age of remakes yet the terms are extremely divisive amongst gamers (just go to reddit for an eye popping amount of squabbling). To bring some of that reddit energy here, except without the hate and vicious arguing, friend of the show Kira (@toonietwirls) joins the episode to discuss her thoughts on remakes, remast…

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Virtual Pets

23d ago

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Join Luke, Elliot, Bree, and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the different kinds of virtual pets. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Virtual Pets appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Handheld Gaming's Bright Summer: Mario Kart World, Playdate Season 2, and More 34:05

22d ago34:05

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This week, John and Federico hold down the fort without Brendon, discussing U.S. Switch 2 pre-orders, Super Mario Kart World, upcoming hardware from Epilogue, Playdate’s Season 2, Razer Remote Play, and more. Links and Show Notes Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders in the U.S. Switch 2 Breath of the Wild will add weapon repairs through Zelda Notes Super Ma…

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Up to date: Increased console prices

25d ago

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Join Luke, Elliot, Bree, and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss Sony’s price increase for the PlayStation and other gaming news. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up to date: Increased console prices appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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Episode 294 - Permanent Parries (feat. Mario Kart World Direct, Nine Sols) 1:40:26

22d ago1:40:26

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RIP Skype 00:03:46 Mario Kart World Direct 00:18:30 Nine Sols 00:53:29 How Do We Make Time To Game? 01:17:44 Skype Alternatives & Meet Ups 01:22:00 Best Switch Game Soundtracks 01:36:35 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to …

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The GameCube Virtual Console 1:12:40

27d ago1:12:40

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There have been many great achievements in human history and on June 5th 2025, The Nintendo GameCube will finally be acknowledged by Nintendo and take it's rightful place on their online service, a truly massive accomplishment. Mike & Neil definitely take a big chunk of the credit but another tireless GameCube advocate is friend of the show Marcell…

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Old School Modern Video Games 53:29

30d ago53:29

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Join Elliot, Luke, Missy, and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about video games with strong nostalgic principles. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Old School Modern Video Games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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The Switch 2: New Discoveries and Marketing Stumbles 41:35

28d ago41:35

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This week on NPC, the trio analyzes how tariffs have disrupted Nintendo Switch 2 preorders in the U.S. Then Federico, John, and Brendon dissects new details that have emerged about the upcoming console, debate Nintendo’s game pricing, ponder what console exclusivity means in 2025, and share their excitement for the Retroid Pocket Flip 2. Links and …

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Up To Date: Schedule I Controversy 54:01

1M ago54:01

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Join Elliot, Luke, Missy, and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the latest video game controversy and other gaming news. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a 1-Up to diversity in gaming. The post Up To Date: Schedule I Controversy appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Yoshi's Island 1:37:00

1M ago1:37:00

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"Yoshi!! Gulp!" Switch 2 The Past continues it’s torrid pace with episode 2 all about Mario’s most faithful sidekick. No not Luigi, but he is green, it’s Yoshi! Travel back 30 years in the past to a simpler time when dinosaurs did indeed roam the earth. Special guests Dave (@remember64) and Cam (@cpawx) return to the podcast to chat about their fav…

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Q1 2025 Video Game Roundup 55:45

1M ago55:45

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Join Elliot, Luke, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY as they recap Q1 2025’s top video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a... LEARN MORE The post Q1 2025 Video Game Roundup appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Up To Date: Nintendo Switch 2 52:44

1M ago52:44

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Join Elliot, Luke, and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about the Nintendo Switch 2. Catch the latest episode on Spotify: Giving a... LEARN MORE The post Up To Date: Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Episode 293 - Treehouse Hotties (feat. Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Banaza, Metroid Prime 4) 1:50:34

1M ago1:50:34

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We are truly through the PR looking glass 00:04:14 Spilled! 00:13:55 Treehouse Impressions 00:14:38 Mario Kart World 00:30:39 Donkey Kong Banaza 00:40:40 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 00:49:43 Drag X Drive 00:54:33 Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour 00:59:00 The Rest 01:25:24 Nintendo's Comms & Tariffs 01:45:23 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Nintendo Switch 2: Unpacking the Direct 46:50

1M ago46:50

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This week, Federico, John, and Brendon Bigley dive into Nintendo’s reveal of the Switch 2, analyzing the technical specifications, Mouse Control, the camera accessory, the new Pro Controller, Game Share, Nintendo’s strategy shift, and more. Programming Note: We’re releasing this episode early while the Switch 2 news is still fresh. Therefore, there…

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Switch 2 Direct 1:24:00

2M ago1:24:00

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We are back!!!! Mike & Neil get the podcast back on track with a new name and new format. It’s been almost a year and a half since the two last spoke on the air and there’s so much to discuss. There have been a lot of life sidequests going on in the past year but the boys are ready to sit down and chat about not one but TWO nintendo directs that we…

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Reactions! 2:05:20

1M ago2:05:20

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I stayed up until 1am FOR YOU You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd…

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Difficulty in video games 54:44

2M ago54:44

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Join Bree, Edie, Charlie, and Victor in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss the different types of difficulty in video games. Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE The post Difficulty in video games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Bridging to Switch 2: Rumors, Virtual Game Card Questions, and Nintendo's Today App 39:33

1M ago39:33

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This week, Brendon, John, and Federico analyze the latest Nintendo Direct and what it reveals about the Switch 2’s rumored June launch. Then the trio dissects the many questions that Nintendo’s upcoming Virtual Game Cards system raises, explores the features of the Nintendo Today app, and debate the reported three-phase launch strategy for the next…

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Up To Date: Nintendo Direct (March 2025) 53:41

2M ago53:41

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Join Bree, Edie, Charie, and Victor in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss the latest games announced during March 2025’s Nintendo Direct. Catch the latest episode... LEARN MORE The post Up To Date: Nintendo Direct (March 2025) appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Licensed music in video games 39:32

2M ago39:32

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Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie, and Jake (aka Monster Mansion) in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss licensed music in video games. Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE The post Licensed music in video games appeared first on Checkpoint.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB

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Episode 292 - 6 Pixel Butt (feat. Switch 1 Presentation, Bayonetta Origins, Donkey Kong '94 & Tank Troopers) 2:28:05

2M ago2:28:05

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We're so close now we might as well start speculating on Switch 3 Follow Matt! https://bsky.app/profile/mattlorrigan.bsky.social 00:03:36 Bayonetta Origins: Cereza & The Lost Demon 00:20:19 Donkey Kong '94 00:37:09 Tank Troopers 00:52:22 Switch 1 Presentation Recap 01:48:51 Switch 2 Presentation Speculation 02:24:54 Outro You can support us on Patr…

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Up To Date: Another video game shutdown and new project announcements 46:14

2M ago46:14

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Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie, and Jake (aka Monster Mansion) in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY, where they discuss another game shutting down and other gaming headlines. Catch the... LEARN MORE The post Up To Date: Another video game shutdown and new project announcements appeared first on Checkpoint.…

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