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NWR Connectivity Episode 297: Greedy Gamers for Mario Party SuperstarsNeal and John are taking a week off which means Alex is back in the host seat joined by fellow staffers Xander Morningstar and Matt Zawodniak. The gang puzzles at the existence of Pikimin Bloom before gushing over the surprisingly excellent Mario Party Superstars. But their joys might be dashed and their friendships challenged in the upcoming Mario Party Monthly streams beginning with the first Friday of each month (that's TONIGHT!) at twitch.tv/nintendoworldreport Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, so...

2021-11-0500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 250: The Blue Coin CastNow that Summer is over, it’s time to celebrate just like Nintendo did back in 2002 with the release of Super Mario Sunshine, on The Blue Coin Cast! Join co-hosts, Xander Morningstar, Brett Posner-Ferdman and guest, James Jones, as they reminisce about the luxuries of Isle Delfino, look at old manuals, discuss the highs and lows of the adventure, and the genre moving forward! It seems everyone has a hot take with Super Mario Sunshine, so if you have something to say, share a comment down below and you could earn your Blue Coin on the list! Nintendo World Report is...

2019-09-2900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 249: Interview with Boldly WiredThis time on Connectivity, Xander Morningstar sits down to interview YouTuber, Abdullah from the channel, Boldy Wired. They discuss the various perspectives around the Pikmin series, how they are all similar and also each act as a unique flavor for the series. Afterwards, they jump into a similar discussion based around the Animal Crossing franchise, and the impact it has on not just the fans, but Abdullah himself. NWR would like to thank him for the interview, and if you'd like to check out his channel, you can do so right here! Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and...

2019-02-0300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 248: Legendary Retirement ManIt's been a long time, but lets try and get this show back on the road. This is an older recording, however, there are some plans afoot for a bigger return, so stay tuned. But, in the mean time, take a listen to Xander and James's chat about what they like and dislike about the Zelda series. The two are separated by an age gap, so they both bring different perspectives on Zelda. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to...

2018-10-0100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 247: E3 Day 1 - Nintendo Booth ImpressionsWelcome to episode 247 of Connectivity. James Jones, Jonathan Metts, and Michael Cole sit down and discuss their impressions of the Nintendo Direct at E3. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, so feel free to ask questions, they may show up in the show! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang...

2018-06-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 246: Wonder Valley and the eShop DecisionWelcome to episode 246 of Connectivity. Nick and Adam kick things off by talking about Wonder Boy Dragon's Trap for the Switch, Adam then follows up with a little Firewatch talk. Bryan then brings us some news from Stardew Valley. Adam also has found it difficult to spend his eShop voucher, so he also starts to ask for suggestions. This weeks musical selection is the song Mind of Hero from the Wonder Boy Dragons Trap soundtrack. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you...

2018-05-3000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 245: Interview with Snowcastle GamesAn interview with the Game Director of Earthlock On this week's Know Your Developer, I sit down with the CEO and Game Director of Earthlock, Bendik Stang. Ben and his team over at Snowcastle Games released Earthlock for the Nintendo Switch a little over a month ago and he joins me in a conversation about what it was like to make an RPG and some behind the scenes details about game development. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support...

2018-05-0900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 244: The Thirsty Mage - Chrono TriggerDavid got to play Chrono Trigger for the first time. This week the classics gang takes on one of the greatest RPGs ever made: Chrono Trigger. At the table: Thirsty Mage Host - David Lloyd Talk Nintendo Host - Casey Gibson NWR Owner - Neal Ronaghan Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, so...

2018-04-2700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 243: Slow and Steady Wins the RaceWelcome to episode 243 of Connectivity. On this episode, Nicholas has a chat with Derek Andrews from Gradual Games who creates original homebrew NES games. We discuss how Gradual Games got started, delve into how the games were made and of course talk about the games themselves. Nomolos: Storming the Catsle and The Legends of Owlia are able to be downloaded from the Gradual Games website and it is also possible to purchase physical copies. This weeks musical selection is a song from The Legends of Owlia. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic...

2018-04-1700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 242: The Thirsty Mage - Radiant Historia: Perfect ChronologyFriends meet up again at The Thirsty Mage to talk Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology A quiet place for a group of friends to enjoy a pint while discussing our favorite RPGs. This episode The Thirsty Mage is located at the pub in Alistel. At the table we have Thirsty Mage Host - David Lloyd Half of the Talk Nintendo Podcast - Casey Gibson Owner of Nintendo World Report - Neal Ronaghan We need your help, as a brand new podcast segment we need to get the word out. Our Twitter handle is @TheThirstyMage and we would love to hear from...

2018-03-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 241: The Thirsty Mage - Xenoblade Chronicles 2A new podcast segment has come to NWR Connectivity. The Thirsty Mage is a quiet place for a group of friends to enjoy a pint while discussing their favorite RPGs. This episode is located in the Goldmouth Warehouse at the Argentine Trade Guild and will feature veteran NWR podcasters discussing Xenoblade Chronicles 2. At the table we have Thirsty Mage Host - David Lloyd Half of the Talk Nintendo Podcast - Casey Gibson Host of Radio Free Nintendo - James Jones The voice of reason at Radio Free Nintendo - Greg Leahy We need your help, as a brand new podcast...

2018-02-2600 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 240: Its Been 84 YearsHey everyone, apologies for the gap in episodes. Nicholas, Xander and Carmine kick things off with some discussions on what they have been playing recently. Titles and topics include Paper Mario 64, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, mobile games, Custom Robo 64 and Lost Winds for Wiiware. The main topic delves into what we think the upcoming animated Mario film could be like. The guys discuss story, animation, the wider animation industry and even some tangents on what other Nintendo property adaptations could be like. This weeks musical selection is the song Beauty and the Beast from the Super Nintendo game. Nintendo World Report is...

2018-02-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 239: Bat Ship CrazyEpisode 239 is finally here and ready for you. This episode sees newer NWR staffer Xander Morningstar joining both Nick and Matt to discuss a variety of things. The guys chat a bit about Arms, Steamworld Dig 2, Pokemon Crystal and the anime, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, the Zelda DLC and Pokemon Ultra Moon and thats just to kick things off. The main topic for this episode is about Yooka-Laylee, now that it is finally out on a Nintendo platform This weeks musical selection is the GlitterGlaze Glacier from Yooka-Laylee. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic...

2017-12-2800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 238: Nostalgia I Choose You!Nick, Bryan and Adam open the show with some of Bryan and Adam's thoughts on Mario Odyssey, followed up by their thoughts on the release of the new Pokemon games, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. The main topic for this weeks show however is the guys thoughts on the latest Pokemon film, the anniversary celebration named 'I Choose You'. This weeks musical selection is from Pokemon the First Movie and is the remixed opening theme. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you...

2017-11-2900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 237: Sandbox DelightThis week Nicholas is joined once again by Zach and Curt as well as Jonny Metts, the guys talk about their thoughts and experiences with Mario Odyssey. Spoiler warning for this episode, however, if you have finished the story we don't really touch on much beyond that. This weeks musical selection is from Mario Odyssey and is the theme to the Lake Kingdom. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to...

2017-11-0900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 236: So... * Chunks, Huh?The hungry Luma's still aren't satisfied, maybe after this episode they will turn into an Odyssey. Nick, Curt and Zach are back with a part two of their Super Mario Galaxy replay. The guys played a bit more and have even more fresh thoughts on the game and how they think it stacks up to later Mario adventures. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up...

2017-10-2000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 235: Galaxy Princess feat. LumaEpisode 235 is all about Super Mario Galaxy! Nick, Curt and Zach all have been playing some of 2007's Mario game and talk all about it and their experiences on this weeks show. Spoilers, ten years on the game is still great! The gang also touch on Sunshine and Odyssey. This week's song selection is the Galactic Suite performed by the WDR Radio Orchestra Cologne, FILMharmonic Choir. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so...

2017-10-0400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 234: Is That a Rabbid On Your Butt?Nick and Adam record some thoughts and impressions from the latest Nintendo Direct, along with some other tidbits on the side. The musical selection this week is the song from Super Mario Odyssey, perfomed by Pauline. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, so feel free to ask questions, they may show up in...

2017-09-1300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 233: Where's Princess Sally?Sonic is back! On this episode of Connectivity Matt, Nick and John talk all about Sonic Mania, along with a healthy dose of more general Sonic thoughts and feelings. The guys also delve into a little Switch talk towards the end of the show, musing on the future of the popular system. The musical selection this week is from the Marble Zone Masa's Demo version from the Sonic 1 and 2 soundtrack CD. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. ...

2017-09-0200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 232: Breath of the WhoAfter some time battling planning and scheduling the Connectivity gang finally manage to get back on track with episode 232. Nicholas and Kelton do a two-man show, which is mostly about Kelton's thoughts on Zelda BotW after recently finishing it. However, the guys do chat a bit about what else they have been up to which includes a bit of Splatoon 2 discussion. After the main portion of the show, we finally see the return of the Doctor Who bonus segment. Nicholas, Amanda and Mike chat all about season 10 of Doctor Who, along with some tangents and other general Doctor Who thoughts. ...

2017-08-1700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 231: More Than a Waifu?This week Nicholas has gathered Andrew Brown and Zachary Miller to discuss the Senran Kagura series in depth. While Nicholas has not played any of the games, he wanted to try and find out more about the series and what people like about them aside from some cheap fan-service. The guys discuss nearly all aspects of the series, so if you have ever been curious this episode is for you. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity...

2017-07-1800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 230: Pretty in PurpleWith the announcement of the Super Nintendo Classic Edition, Nick gathered some people we haven't heard from on Connectivity proper for awhile. This episode features the return of Neal Ronaghan, Andy Goergen and John Rairdin as they spend an hour or so chatting about the Super Nintendo Classic Edition, the stock issues and various problems from the NES Classic and of course the exciting prospect of finally playing the completed Starfox 2! The song selection for this week is the Starfox Space Suite from the WDR Radio Orchestra Cologne, FILMharmonic Choir. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers...

2017-07-0600 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 229: The WiiOnder Years - 2007This week Neal, Adam and Matt rewind the clock back to 2007 to talk about what was happening in the world of Nintendo during that historic time. As we all know the Wii brand has been replaced by the Switch, so the premise of this new series is to take a look back at the history and legacy of the Wii branding as a whole. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure...

2017-06-2700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 228: Life On the EdgeIt's show 228! Matt West takes over hosting duties for this episode, he is joined by Adam and Carmine. The gang kicks things off with a discussion about the Arms Test Punch, then they move onto the main discussion of the show which is once again about E3. Matt came up with the idea to create a Nintendo presentation with a slight twist, anything that is said is locked in and cannot be taken back by another co-host. What monstrosity will they end up with? Listen to find out. The musical selection this week is 'Live and Learn' from Sonic Adventure 2. ...

2017-06-0800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 227: Return of the WafatherThis week on Connectivity Kelton takes over hosting duties and is immediately thrown for a loop by master of being off-topic, Adam Abou-Nasr, Bryan is also along for the ride. It takes the gang awhile to get back on track for this weeks E3 topic, but they do get there. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting...

2017-05-2700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 226: The WiiOnder Years - 2006This week Neal, John and Daan rewind the clock back to 2006 to talk about what was happening in the world of Nintendo during that historic time. As we all know the Wii brand has been replaced by the Switch, so the premise of this new series is to take a look back at the history and legacy of the Wii branding as a whole. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure...

2017-05-1000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 225: Jiggy in the WoodsThis week Nicholas and Bryan are joined by Curtis bonds for an episode all about the classic Nintendo 64 game Banjo-Kazooie. The guys also chat about the Collect-a-thon genre in general, along with some thoughts on what the future could hold for this sometime maligned platforming style. The musical selections for this episode come from the Project Dream demo album from Grant Kirkhope. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow...

2017-04-2500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 224: Dragon Quest VIII Game Club Part 2Neal, Andy, Zach and Nathan return for part two of their game club for Dragon Quest VIII. These episodes go out for our Patreon subscribers first, so if you just can't wait, you can become a Patreon subscriber to get access to this content early. This is the last part of the Dragon Quest VIII game club. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to...

2017-04-1100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 223: Strange Internet MenThis week Adam, Bryan and Matt discuss how they arrange their gaming setups of the past and present day. They eventually move into a discussion on how and where they have been playing their Switches along with some discussion about some games. The musical selection on this episode is the Rito Village theme from Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be...

2017-04-0200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 222: Where the Wild Things AreThis week, Nicholas, Bryan and Adam chat about their Switch launch stories, Zelda, 1-2 Switch, Bomberman and more. We keep the Zelda spoilers to a minimum and speak only in generalities and early game stuff. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, so feel free to ask questions, they may show up in the...

2017-03-1100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 221: Dragon Quest VIII Game Club Part 1This week some old friends return to the Connectivity feed in the form of the old Newscast gang. Neal, Andy, Zach and Nathan have started a game club for Dragon Quest VIII that goes out for our Patreon subscribers first. This is part one of their way through the game, which covers up until the Maella Abbey. Part 2 will be up on the Connectivity feed at some point, but if you just can't wait, you can become a Patreon subscriber to get access to this content early. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their...

2017-02-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 220: Sway Those Hips and Dance That BellyIt's time to dance your way to downloading Connectivity 220! This week Zach, Carmine and Andrew discuss the Shantae series, all these guys are big, big fans of the series so tune in to listen to them chat about it for an hour. We also have a contest to win some download codes for Shantae: Half Genie Hero, check out the episode for the deets. The musical selection for this week is the Credits theme from Shantae on GBC. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon...

2017-02-0900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 219: Welcome to the WafamilyEpisode 219 is all about ideas for games that could (never) appear on Switch. Adam, Bryan, Carmine and Kelton throw out some of their personal wants and dream-game concept scenarios. Inevitably, the discussion devolves into some more far-fetched examples, including a town run by a Wa gang. The song selection this week is 'The Indigo-Go's' From Zelda Majora's Mask. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up...

2017-01-2800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 218: Pre-Ordering in the ColdWelcome to Connectivity 218! On this episode, Nicholas, Carmine, Bryan and Adam chat about the Nintendo Switch event. The guys cover the generalities of the presentation, along with a healthy dose of speculation on what was not covered in the conference. Adam even goes the extra mile and records the podcast while waiting in his car outside a GameStop to hopefully snag a pre-order. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to...

2017-01-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 217: Before the Switch, We ReviewIt's the first episode of the new year, welcome to the year 2017 and Connectivity 217. This week a new staffer joins the Connectivity fray, Kelton Rice. Alongside him, Matt West hosts along with Adam Abou-Nasr and Bryan Rose. The feature topic is all about the year 2016, the guys go over the various happenings from Nintendo over the past year, along with a bit of discussion about the upcoming Switch event. The musical selection this week is a medley of Nintendo tracks performed by the WDR Radio Orchestra Cologne, FILMharmonic Choir. We also had a hiccup with the recording this week, so...

2017-01-0100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 216: The Sun and Moon Spoilercast Christmas BashThis week Bryan, Matt and Adam discuss their thoughts and experiences with the latest Pokémon games. If you have not completed the game or have not gone super deep into it, tread with some caution as the gang don't hold back on later events in the game. Merry Christmas from the Connectivity gang and we will have a new episode out early next year, thanks for listening. The musical selection this week is the Pokémon Christmas Bash. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Pa...

2016-12-2200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 215: The Currency of the Zombie ApocalypseIt's time for Connectivity 215 people! This week's show features the return of Carmine, Andrew, Adam and Bryan, the topic of discussion is all about the various toys to life games and pieces of plastic. From Amiibo to Lego, this group of staffers have possibly poured an unhealthy amount of time and money into tracking down their favourite characters in molded plastic form. Will their investments pay off years down the line? Who knows, but for now these guys sure can talk about them. The musical selection this week is the Astral Observatory track from Majora's Mask. Nintendo World Report is...

2016-12-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 214: A Game of Dragons and QuestsConnectivity 214 is here! On this episode, Bryan Rose, Adam Abou-Nasr and Matt West focus on the topic of Dragon Quest. They share some memories and also a bit about the series past, present and future. The musical outro this week is from the Symphonic Suite album and the track is Melody in an Ancient Town~Toward the Horizon from Dragon Quest V. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has joined Twitter, so be sure to follow...

2016-11-2900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 213: Playing With Mini PowerWelcome to Connectivity 213. On this episode Nick, Zach and Justin join forces to power up with a discussion all about the Nintendo Entertainment System. The guys chat about their experiences with the original NES, before moving onto their thoughts on the new Classic Edition mini console. The song selection this week is the Super Mario Bros. - Retro Suite Orchestral performed by the WDR Radio Orchestra Cologne, FILMharmonic Choir. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to our Patreon page if you want to support us. Connectivity has...

2016-11-1700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 212: Baby Don't CryWelcome to Connectivity 212. This week Nicholas Bray, Perry Burkum and special guest Greg Leahy unite for a brand new instalment of our musical segment, Themesters. The chosen game this time around is none other than Yoshi's Island for the Super Nintendo. Once again the talents of Mr Burkum have provided us with some great new covers of familiar tunes, along with some fun discussion about the game in general. For those that have been wanting to hear Greg speak even more about Yoshi, your in for a treat. If you enjoy the tunes you can also listen to the separate...

2016-11-0500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 211: Dying for the ManWelcome to Connectivity 211. This week, Bryan, Adam and JP Corbran focus in on the Pikmin series. The gang discusses each of the main games, along with Olimar's appearence in Smash Bros, short films, transfer tools and also the upcoming platform game. The episode format has also changed slightly once again, we are now trying to move to a more focused show with going right into the main discussion. We will still do listener mail when we have some of course. Nintendo World Report is now on Patreon, and high rollers can name their topic for Connectivity, so head over to...

2016-10-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 210: Bowser Wrote the LetterWelcome to Connectivity 210. This week marks the return of Nick after his struggles to gain computer and internet capabilities. Nick is joined by Adam and Perry, the gang kick things off with what they have been up to. The discussions include such things as Pokémon Go, Mole Mania and the newly released RetroUSB AVS NES clone system. After a break they delve into a listener mail question, which asks if the NX has handheld like capabilities how does the 3DS fit into the picture still, can they co-exist and sell to the consumer? The main topic this week is a...

2016-10-0300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 209: Poochy Pups And Sad SkunksHello and welcome to episode 209 of Connectivity. Nick's internet was still out as of the recording date, so Daan assumes the host's chair again. He is joined by Bryan and a relocated Adam. The first segment is an extended What We've Been Playing segment. Adam has been concentrating on Pokemon matters with a Go update as well as a look at Pokemon Omega Ruby and the many misadventures that ensued. Bryan is currently waist-deep in Metal Slimes, as he received Dragon Quest VII for review just before the show, and escaped with the Epoch in Chrono Trigger (DS version). Daan...

2016-09-1100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 208: Caution: Contains Senran KaguraHello and welcome to the latest episode of NWR Connectivity. This week's episode is hosted again by Daan, accompanied by Bryan and Andrew. An expanded What We've Been Playing opens the show as Andrew is diving into Senran Kagura Burst, then relaxing a bit with Ultimate Angler/StreetPass Fishing and Pokemon Shuffle before wrangling larger monsters in Shadow of the Colossus. Bryan caught some more Pokemon in Pokemon Go and has been cruising the wide galaxy in No Man's Sky. Daan is playing Dragon Quest VII as it crosses to Europe for the first time ever, picked up episode 1 of...

2016-08-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 207: Catching Doduo At The DeskHello and welcome to episode 207 of Connectivity. This week's show is hosted by Daan, Bryan and Carmine. In non-Pokemon Go games, Bryan has been playing Super Mario RPG, but since we'll probably talk about that later he tries his hand at becoming the next Dana White in World of Mixed Martial Arts 4 on the PC. Carmine is giving away some amiibo (rules can be found on the website) but also has plunged into the quirky eShop titles The Battle Cats POP! and Unholy Heights (along with nonTendo mobile game Tiny Tower). Daan has been fighting off blocks in Tumblestone and...

2016-07-2300 min

NWR Connectivity Connectivity Special: The Zero Time Dilemma SpoilercastWelcome to a very special episode of NWR Connectivity. Zero Time Dilemma released on June 28 for 3DS, but Donald and friend of the site Syrenne McNulty both reviewed the game and took to the microphone to talk about what they witnessed. There were plenty of questions going into the game, but were they answered well? Or at all? This podcast contains unfiltered spoilers for the entire Zero Escape trilogy, particularly Zero Time Dilemma, and is best listened to following the completion of the game. In addition to her work as a critic, Syrenne's independently developed games are now on the...

2016-06-3000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 206: The Excitement of F3With Nick out of the way, Adam finally becomes the Captain Toad! Bryan and Donald do their best to keep him on track. Donald has exciting new review games to tease while Bryan almost tells us about Fallout 3 before being asked about his E3 experience. Adam is playing another random PS4 game (this one available on the eShop) and a board game on iPhone. After the break, the crew discusses listener predictions for E3 2017 before jumping into their own predictions. The musical selections this week include Gerudo Valley from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Mambo de Chocobo...

2016-06-2500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 205: It's All About The MusicWelcome to the latest Connectivity episode. This week Nick, Adam, Carmine and Bryan have the call. In the opening segment, Carmine talks about some NX speculation on the NWR forums, Bryan chats a little Kingdom Hearts 1.5 without breaking his brain on the series's insane story, and Adam becomes a secret agent man after booting up Strider for the PS4. After the break we have listener mail. This week's question is all about gaming accomplishments and what ones we are the most proud of. The main topic this week covers various generations of RPGs, with discussion of some of the crew's...

2016-06-0900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 204: Dual ShieldingWelcome to the latest Connectivity episode. This week it's Nick, Adam and Bryan. Bryan kicks things off by talking about trying to complete a living Pokédex, along with also playing through Pokémon Yellow. Adam chats a little bit about Undertale and also how he has tried and failed to get a younger family member to play and appreciate Zelda Ocarina of Time. Nick finishes up by talking a bit about his most recent play-through of Ocarina of Time, this go around he has been playing the original version with the untouched music and graphics, he also talks a li...

2016-05-3100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 203: Monetizing Software UpdatesWelcome to another brand new episode of Connectivity. This week, Nick, Adam and bench editor Donald are joined by Becky Hollada. For the first segment, Becky has been catching up on Fire Emblem Fates, while Adam is just about done with Twilight Princess HD, Donald is recovering from a review game gone awry by falling into a Pokemon Shuffle hole and Nick is playing what he can of Paper Mario as well as Star Fox Zero. After that, we answer a listener mail on our dreams for the NX's Virtual Console. To bring it home, we discuss Nintendo's E3 plans...

2016-05-0800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 202: Miitomo Goes DarkWelcome to a brand new episode of Connectivity. This week's episode sees news editor (and Nintendo Free Radio editor) Donald step into the editing booth while Nick recovers from an arm injury, with Adam rounding out the trio.Donald and Adam have both been playing re-releases of Zelda games, and Adam's feelings on Twilight Princess have evolved a great deal.Next, we tackle a bit of listener mail about the upcoming Pokemon Sun and Moon, as well as a question sent to @ConnectivityNWR about amiibo collections (the website Donald mentions is beatthebomb.com).Finally, we talk about our fears and...

2016-04-2000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 201: #MaxAttackWelcome to a brand new episode of Connectivity. This episode sees the return of Kim Keller and Josh Max, along with Becky Hollada and Nicholas Bray. Josh, Kim and Becky mostly talk about their experiences and thoughts on the latest Fire Emblem games for the Nintendo 3DS, while Nick ends up talking about Goldeneye 007 and Snowboard Kids for the Nintendo 64. For the discussion topics this week we feature some general thoughts on E3, NX and various other bits and pieces, including a smaller discussion on our favourite console launch memories. The musical selections on this episode include Rookie Mt from...

2016-04-0700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 200: We Are the Ghosts of Lavender TownGather round and have some cake because Connectivity has reached its 200th episode! For this extra long episode we have three great segments for you all to enjoy. First up is a Newscast reunion which brings together Neal Ronaghan, Zachary Miller, Nathan Mustafa and Andy Goergen. The gang starts off the show by discussing what has changed in the world since the last time they recorded together in the form of a little quiz. After that, they move onto some listener mail, which includes discussion points ranging from Metroid Federation Force to the launch of an HD Zelda on the...

2016-03-1800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 199: Ash is His MomWelcome to Connectivity 199. On this episode, Nick, Adam and Neal kick things off with some discussion on Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, along with some other Zelda chatter. After that, Adam brings in some Nontendo discussion detailing his recent purchase of a PS4 and feeling unsure of what he should be playing. Nick chimes in at the end with some brief thoughts on the UltraHDMI mod for the Nintendo 64. After the intro segment, we head into a small interview with Andrew Vargas, who is trying to recreate accurate replacement parts for the Nintendo 64 analog stick. His recent Kickstarter has already been...

2016-03-0400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 198: I Wanna Be the Very BestWelcome to Connectivity 198, its a long one! In the first half of the show we kick things off with Zach offering some thoughts on the recent PC release of Turok: Dinosaur Hunter from the N64. Next up, Becky talks about the Nintendo 3DS game, Final Fantasy Explorers. After that, Adam talks about getting back into Ingress along with a discussion about the Pokémon 20th Anniversary commercial, before relating his frustration at his Detective Barbie game not running on his PC. Nick wraps things up with some brief thoughts on Wind Waker HD. Before the group moved off into the m...

2016-02-1700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 197: Inconsistent Recording DilemmaOn this episode, Nick, Carmine and Adam start the show off with Adam updating everyone on how his spaceman is doing. After that, the group chat about the whole Fire Emblem localisation situation. Our main topic this week was all about the Game Boy Advance. Sadly, the lengthy discussion has had to have mostly been abandoned due to an odd recording fault. While snippets of the discussion are presented in the episode, the majority of the segment has been dropped. We will aim to do another segment on the topic sometime in the future. The musical selections on this episode...

2016-02-0400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 196: Cutting Edge ChipsConnectivity returns for another fun-filled episode. This week, Nick, Becky, Carmine and Adam kick things off with some chat about Zelda: Wind Waker HD, Minecraft for Wii U, My Stop Smoking Coach and a few other tidbits. After the break the main discussion topic is all about speculating what the year 2016 will hold for Nintendo. The conversation focuses around some major points, such as the Pokémon 20th Anniversary, E3, NX, Zelda and of course, some other wild and crazy thoughts. The musical selections on this episode include Sunshine Seaside from Super Mario 3D World and the Pokérap from th...

2016-01-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 195: Cause I'm the TaxmanWelcome to the first Connectivity episode of 2016! This week Adam, Nick and Carmine chat about what they got up to over the holidays, with a tangent on eShop tax. After the break the trio dive into the main topic, micro-transactions in Nintendo games. The musical selections on this episode include the Snowflake Mountain from Diddy Kong Racing and I Am Impact from Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon for the Nintendo 64. Connectivity has joined twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, feel free to ask questions, they may...

2016-01-0700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 194: The Spoilers AwakenHello and welcome to a special holiday edition of Connectivity. Nicholas Bray, Adam Abou-Nasr, Neal Ronaghan and Matt West come together to chat a little bit about what they have been doing and playing, along with a spoiler filled discussion about the newest entry into the Star Wars saga. We'd also like to thank all the listeners who have both joined us and stuck with us throughout the year. We hope you enjoy the episode and we'll be back with more Connectivity soon. The musical selections on this episode include the Binary Sunset from Star Wars and Happy Christmas by...

2015-12-2300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 193: Roller City Tangent BoysThis week on Connectivity the trio of Nick, Adam and Carmine discuss their reactions to the Smash Brothers Direct. After that, the conversation then moves onto a couple of listener mail questions, one being about open world game design and the other about favourite Nintendo musical tracks. After the break, the main feature topic is all about games that people may have overlooked on the various Nintendo digital game stores. The trio wade through a discussion that ranges from Wiiware to the Wii U eShop, but not without some tangents along the way. Connectivity has joined twitter, so be sure...

2015-12-1600 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 192: Bells for MoneyConnectivity 192 is here and ready to be listened to. Nick, Becky, Adam and Carmine go over a number of talking points in the first half of this weeks show. From the Pokémon series to Master Swords, from amiibo to Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival, a number of talking points are discussed. After the first segment ends, Kim and Becky return for the break's entertainment, this time listing off some great (Probably not) gift suggestions for this Christmas. For our main topic this week we discuss what other markets Nintendo could look to entering in the future, along with some chat a...

2015-12-0100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 191: Cat Got Your AmiiboCome join Nick, Becky, Adam and newcomer (Oldcomer?) Carmine Red for Connectivity 191. This week the gang start things off with some brief discussion on what they have been doing or playing, along with a listener response to the segment that we did on gaming with siblings. After the intro segment, the discussion moves onto the first topic for this episode, Nintendo and diversity within their games. Should Nintendo be striving to be the example on social issues and diversity or merely follow? The second topic we have this week is all about Christmas, memories of the past and looking towards...

2015-11-1900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 190: A Night in Sarasa LandWelcome to Connectivity 190. This week we have returned with another instalment of Themesters. Nicholas Bray, Perry Burkum and Jonathan Metts, listen, discuss and play some musical tracks and covers from the Game Boy game, Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins. The musical covers for this episode come all the way from Sarasa Land, the country that was used as the location in the original Super Mario Land. Perry sneakily recorded these live performances on his phone so that we could bring these recordings to you all. Connectivity has joined twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date...

2015-11-0400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 189: Dawn of Reused SpritesThis week on Connectivity it's a two man show. To start with, Zach and Nick jump into a short discussion about what they have been doing lately. This intro features Zach and his continuing search for Metal Gear Solid V, along with Super Mario Maker, Pokémon the First Movie and Super Mario 64. After the intro, we cut to a break featuring the dynamic duo, Kim and Becky. They have a short quiz exchange about what the top five scoring Nintendo DS games were in the year 2005, comparing the scores of NWR to Metacritic. For the main topic, Zach and N...

2015-10-2100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 188: Super Squid Odyssey MakerThis week on Connectivity Nicholas Bray, Neal Ronaghan, Bryan Rose and Zachary Miller chat about their potential games of the year. Some other subjects that we discuss include, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5, NOVA-111, Animal Crossing Happy Home Designer, Google Cardboard and some thoughts on the documentary from the Super Mario Bros. Movie Blu-Ray. Musical selections this week include the Japanese opening to the Pokémon anime and the 'Warp Zone' from Super Mario Sunshine. Connectivity has joined twitter, so be sure to follow @ConnectivityNWR to be up to date on any announcements. We are wanting more listener participation, feel free t...

2015-10-0800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 187: My Sister Broke the NESThis week on Connectivity, Nicholas Bray, Neal Ronaghan, Adam Abou-Nasr and Becky Hollada join forces to discuss growing up playing games with their siblings, along with a chat all about Nintendo magazines from the years gone by. Aside from the two main discussion topics, the gang chat a little bit about the Pikmin 4 announcement, along with some thoughts on Super Mario Maker, Disney Infinity 3.0 and LBX. Becky updates everyone on her and Kim's youtube show and Nick tosses in some discussion of the Super Mario Bros. movie Blu-Ray. Musical selections this week include. A jazz performance of the main Tetris...

2015-09-2400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 186: Mom in the WoodsWelcome to Connectivity 186! This week, Nick, Bryan and new NWR staffer Adam come together to discuss the games that wowed them within a generation. The kind of games that caused them to constantly want to play and think about. The musical selections for this episode include the round game music from Wario's Woods, along with the Pokémon Red and Blue ending theme from the album Pokémon Hikerukana. We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang to ponder over. connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com

2015-09-0900 min

NWR Connectivity NWR Connectivity LIVE: Star Foxes, Bafomdads and Dinosaurs, Oh My!This is the audio version of the live Connectivity stream, where Nicholas Bray, Neal Ronaghan, Zachary Miller and Scott Thompson banded together to chat about Starfox Adventures, Dinosaurs and a multitude of other smaller things. The gang were eventually joined part way through by Renegade Kid's Jools Watsham, along with NWR staffer Daan Koopman. We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang to ponder over. connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com

2015-08-3100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 185: Pink My RideHiiiiii and welcome to Connectivity 185! This week, Nick, Neal and Addison band together to chat about the pink blob himself, Kirby. To kick things off however they chat a little bit on what they have been up to. Discussion points include, Legend of Kay Anniversary, Etrian Odyssey and some Dragonball Z: Resurrection F. For the main topic, the trio start out discussing Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards for the Nintendo 64, touching on that games director and history before moving onto chat about some of their other Kirby experiences and thoughts. After the Kirby talk, the guys jump into some listener mail...

2015-08-2200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 184: Food for the SoulThis week on Connectivity we feature an experimental segment all about music, called Themsters. Nicholas Bray and special guest host Perry Burkum play the music from Mother/Earthbound Beginning's. The segment features both the original OST tracks from the game, along with some great covers from Perry. Interspersed throughout the duo discuss both the music and various elements from the game, along with some other tidbits. We hope you all find this segment enjoyable, let us know what you think! We would also like to mention that the Connectivity live show will be happening at the end of the month...

2015-08-0700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 183: The Three PodcastersWelcome to episode 183 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. This week the trio of podcast hosts band together once again. To kick things off they discuss a little of what they have been up to, games such as Splatoon and Etrian Odyssey are briefly touched upon. The main discussion topic this week is about third party games on Nintendo systems. What do people like about them? How well do these games sell? Do Nintendo fans shun third parties? We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang to ponder over. connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com

2015-07-2700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 182: Mr. Satoru IwataWelcome to episode 182 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. After the sad news hit of the passing of Mr. Satoru Iwata, we quickly decided to break from our bi-weekly schedule to discuss his life and accomplishments. Nick, Scott and Neal recount some stories and discuss the impact and legacy that Mr Iwata has left behind. Also, if you haven't checked it out yet, Alex, Donald and James Jones did a Nintendo News Report episode earlier in the week also paying tribute to Iwata. We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang to ponder...

2015-07-1800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 181: Cucco EatingWelcome to episode 181 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. This week we try out a slightly different format than usual, both topics are presented as a continuous recording instead of two distinct segments. First up we have Nick, Becky and special guest Karl Castaneda warming up with a brief chat about what they have been up to. Then the trio dive into a discussion about what they would like to possibly see from the Zelda series in the future. Zach Miller also joins them partway through. After a break, the gang pull out the mailbag and answer some questions relating...

2015-07-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 180: #9 MetroidWelcome to Episode 180 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. This week we are featuring two segments for you all to enjoy. E3 Aftermath Nick, Zach and Donald band together to discuss more of their thoughts on E3 after the dust has settled a bit. The trio also delve into a tiny bit of NX speculation. Imagineering This brand new segment features Nick and Jonathan Metts talking about Metroid. Imagineering is all about discussing and thinking of possible ideas for established game series, such as Metroid. This segment type will hopefully grow over time, who knows, maybe we will also delve...

2015-06-2900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 179: Banana MenWelcome to Episode 179 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. This week we have one fun segment Chat Retro Nick and Zach return once again to chat about a retro game, this time it is Donkey Kong 64! The duo discuss their history with the game and chat about their recent trek through the title. Zach played the game via the recent Wii U release and Nick plugged in the actual cartridge for the Nintendo 64. Are they banana's for even attempting this game? Download to find out! We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang...

2015-06-1200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 178: Slipping into ProfitWelcome to Episode 178 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. For this weeks show we have two great segments. Industry Talk - Nintendo Financials Donald Theriault and James Jones discuss Nintendo's financial situation and outlook for the future. This segment is a concise and informative chat on what Nintendo has recently revealed about their current financial standings, along with some thoughts on what directions the company could go in. Feature - E3 Chat After the in-depth chat about finance, Nicholas Bray, Bryan Rose and Zachary Miller get together for a fun chat about the upcoming E3 show. What hopes, predictions and...

2015-05-3100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 177: Who Are You?Welcome to Episode 177 of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. On this episode, we introduce a new segment, Fireball. Neal, Addison and John band together to debate about the merits of Sonic the Hedgehog. After that, we move onto a discussion focusing on Nintendo's advertising efforts throughout the years, and some other nostalgic tangents with Nick, Zach and Donald. We need your Listener Mail! Please send in some hard-hitting questions for the Connectivity gang to ponder over. connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com

2015-05-1500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 176: A Bunch of MuppetsWelcome to the latest episode of Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast. After a couple of weeks to settle in and unpack all the equipment for our new studio, (It's a whole lot, really!). We have returned with a fun episode for you all to enjoy. After a quick brainstorming session, Nick and Zach jump into the chairs to have a chat about Diddy Kong Racing on the new segment, Chat Retro. After that, Neal, Addison and John talk about a whole host of things in What We've Been Playing. We would also like to mention that for the time being...

2015-05-0400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 174: Camera ControlHello and welcome to episode 174 of Connectivity! We have two segments for you this week. Kicking things off, Neal, Zach and Bryan discuss Super Mario 64, which just released on the Wii U Virtual Console. Most definitely a masterpiece in 1996, the gang reviews how the genre-defining game holds up nearly 20 years. From the great music and open world design, to the spotty camera control and infuriating swimming, the guys break down what still works and how Mario 64 is still influencing Mario games today. After that, enjoy the audio-only version of this week's Nintendo News Report, featuring Alex, Scott, and special guest...

2015-04-1100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 173: Spaltoon'dIt's episode 173 of Connectivity, wow! First off, I have to start with an apology for the lack of an episode last week, which was due to a scheduling mishap. We'll try to make sure that never happens again. Now, on with the show. This is a video game podcast, and we all play games, but we sure haven't spent a lot of time talking about what we've been playing lately. So, the "What We've Been Playing" segment makes its triumphant return! Alex, Zach, and Nick have all been playing a bunch of different stuff, and get together to discuss it...

2015-03-2800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 172: I Miss YouWelcome one and all to episode 172 of Connectivity! With the madness that was PAX East 2015, we didn't really have a ton of time to record a series of segments for this week's episode. So instead, we're giving you one big segment about what else but PAX East 2015. Settle in and listen to Neal and Zach break down their time at the show in glorious stereophonic sound. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Our mailbag is running a bit low, so why not drop us a question or comment at connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com. We also still need more submissions for your favorite...

2015-03-1500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 171: Unlikely ScenarioHello and welcome to this week's episode of Connectivity! We have two segments for you this week. Kicking things off, Scott joins Daan to talk about a few ho-hum games he's been playing lately: Mario Vs Donkey Kong: Tipping Stars, Mario Party 10, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3DS. Daan shares his impressions of each of these highly awaited and upcoming games. After that, Neal and Alex get together to gush about Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, their current obsession. The guys discuss their addiction and what makes this the best entry in the series. Be sure to send your listener mail and submission for...

2015-03-0500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 170: Dinosaur KnowledgeHello and welcome to episode 170 of Connectivity! We have two regular segments and one bonus segment for you this week. Kicking things off, Scott, Neal and Zach discuss Kirby and The Rainbow Curse. Join the guys as they talk about the legacy of Canvas Curse and how this beautiful claymation sequel upholds it. Plus, amiibo complaints, like always! After that, enjoy the audio-only version of this week's Nintendo News Report, where Scott and Alex preview Nintendo's spring lineup and review the week's news. We are really excited about the release of every Donkey Kong Country/Land game on the eShop...

2015-02-2800 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 169: C-Nubbin'Hello there loyal listeners. The day has finally come. The New 3DS is available world-wide, and we're going to talk about it. Specifically, Mike, Daan, and Nick are going to talk about it. It's an international panel of joy! After that, it's the return of The Music Segment with Scott, Mike, and Zach. This time, they're chatting about the best winter level tracks submitted by our loverly listeners. We haven't decided on what the next music topic will be, but when we we'll be asking for more of your submissions. Speaking of submissions, why not submit some listener mail to...

2015-02-2200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 168: Well Written WritingWe're walkin', yes indeed and we're talkin'… about Zelda and Xenoblade, on this week's episode of Connectivity. So come take a stroll with us. First, Scott, Alex, and Nick will embark on a quest to discover if it's even possible to make a good television series based on The Legend of Zelda. Then, in our second segment, Alex and Scott are joined by special guest James Jones! They discuss their mutual love that is Xenoblade Chronicles. Don't forget you can send listener mail to us at connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com. We'll be recording another music segment about your favorite winter/snow le...

2015-02-1500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 167: Eat Your 3DSHello everyone and welcome to episode 167 of Connectivity! We have two great segments for you this week. Kicking things off, Scott, Zach, Mike and Andy revisit the launch and life of the original Nintendo 3DS. The guys discuss that troublesome first year, the Ambassador Program, the games that turned it around, and what games they are most looking forward to revisiting on the New 3DS. After that, Nick joins Curtis to discuss Majora's Mask 3D. This spoiler-free segment highlights the changes that help improve the 3DS port, and the guys break down just what makes Majora's Mask the weirdest, most...

2015-02-0700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 166: Reunion ShowHello and welcome to episode 166 of Connectivity! We only have one segment for you this week, but it's a doozy. This week, the original Newcast gang (the show that eventually spawned Connectivity) reunites for a special super-sized show. Neal, Zach, Andy and Nathan discuss recent Nintendo news and a whole bunch of games they've been playing, including Smash Bros., Picross 3D, Metroid Prime Trilogy, Mario Kart 8, Far Cry 3, Fantasy Life, Monster Hunter and more. Plus, the crew goes all "old man" and laments the good ol' GameCube days. We'll be recording our favorite winter/snow/ice level music soon, so...

2015-01-3100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 165: Alex SandwichHowdy neighbor, come on in and sit down with a nice cool episode of Connectivity. On this week's episode, we're answering your questions. Well maybe not YOUR questions, but questions submitted by people like you. But maybe actually you, if you're lucky. Questions include: How improved is the New 3DS over the OG 3DS, what games to play with your significant other, and a whole bunch of questions about the end of Club Nintendo. Plus, we have a bonus segment for you! JP, Donald, and Scott meet up to talk about the NHL season as we're about halfway through the...

2015-01-2400 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 164: Director WhoWith thanks to Nintendo for giving us so much to talk about, here's episode 164 of Connectivity. If you could't guess, there was a Nintendo Direct recently, and we're going to break it down all nice for you. Don't forget you can catch these news breakdowns as we record them live during Nintendo News Report. Please keep sending in your listener mail to us at connectivity@nintendoworldreport.com. We love it ever so much. Also, please help spread the word by giving us a 5-star rating and review on iTunes.

2015-01-1700 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 163: Nontendo ContendersHello, and welcome to episode 163 of Connectivity. We have two segments for you this week. Kicking the show off, Scott, Alex and Addison share their top 3 Nontendo games from 2014. That's right, forsaking all things Nintendo, the guys discuss a wide variety of 2014's best PC, PS4, Xbox One and Vita releases. I'd list some of them here, but I don't want to ruin the surprise (or horror). After that, Neal joins special guest and Nintendo Force backer Nick Oehlberg to discuss local StreetPass communities, including StreetPass Princeton. While online play is great, Neal and Nick share stories that illustrate how...

2015-01-1000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 162: Expletive Music TimeHello and welcome to episode 162 of Connectivity! We've got two great segments for you this week. Kicking the show off, Scott, Mike and Zach host another music segment, this time featuring the best music from the Smash Bros. series. Featuring tracks from Melee, Brawl and 3DS/Wii U, this segment is packed with the guys' favorite music as well as your listener submissions. Plus, bonus Frozen discussion! And for next time, be sure to send us your favorite winter/snow/ice level theme! After that, Alex, Neal and Scott discuss their favorite games this year, with a few surprises along...

2015-01-0300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 161: I'll Settle for Other AlexHappy Holidays from the Connectivity Crew. On this holiday episode, we get together with our friends and do what we always do. Play video games. In honor of this ageless tradition, we're brining you two segments on this week's episode. First, we talk about the games we've been playing in the run-up to the holidays. After that, it's our special Christmas edition of Nintendo News Report. Remember, you can catch us recording the News Report live on Thursday evenings on YouTube. We're planning on recording our Smash Bros music segment soon, so don't forget to submit your favorite tracks (or...

2014-12-2900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 160: FuntitledIt's the most wonderful time of the year, that being when this week's episode of Connectivity is released. I'm not gonna lie, it's been hard to get everybody together to record lately, but here we are again, with two segments to share. First up is a discussion of the new Legend of Zelda Wii U footgae that was shown off at the Video Game Awards. After that, we break down the news, but not like you're used to. You'll be listening to the first episode of Nintendo News Report, our new weekly live-streaming news segment. Smash Bros. has some amazing...

2014-12-1300 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 159: On a BoatHello! We are back from our Thanksgiving break and have a great, super-packed show for you this week. Kicking things off, Scott, Mike, and Zach discuss their two-week impressions of Smash Bros. for Wii U. The guys break down their favorite new characters and modes, rave over the silky smooth online play, and compare the newest entry to its mostly reviled predecessor. After that, Alex, Bryan and special guest Joe Merrick of Serebii.net go in-depth with Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. These Pokémaniacs discuss how the re-imagined games compare to the originals, analyze how modern elements ar...

2014-12-0600 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 158: Killer CutHello and welcome to this week's Connectivity! So happy you could take a break from Smashing and Pokémoning to join us. We have two segments for you this week. Kicking the show off, Zach and Scott talk about the best music from fighting games. Featuring music from Killer Instinct, Street Fighter II, Marvel VS Capcom, Soul Calibur 2, and more, this segment illustrates that there's more to fighting games than frame counts and button combos. After that, Alex and Addison answer your listener mail. You can tall Smash Bros. fever is in there air, as the boys spend most of t...

2014-11-2200 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 157: The Stupid Hammer Ruined ItWhat you're looking at right here is episode 157 of Connectivity. I know it's a bit late, and I'm sorry for that. But we do have two great segments for you this week. In the first segment, Alex C talks to two of our new NWR contributors, Alex Osborn and John Rairdin. After learning a bit about our new team members, the three talk about what games they've been playing recently. In our other segment, Neal and Zach get together yet again to talk about the newly released on virtual console Demon's Crest, and then they move on to the big...

2014-11-1500 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 156: Spooky ScaryBOO! Did I scare you? No? Oh well. I'll tell you what is scary - this week's episode of Connectivity. Scary good, that is. In our first segment, Zach and Neal talk about a whole bunch of recently released games and their reviews of them, including Fantasy Life, Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, Pokémon Art Academy, and Gargoyle's Quest II. In our second segment, myself, Scott, and Zach go over our favorite scary video game music. There are some frighteningly good tracks in here. We're working on another music segment for the best fighting game music, and we'd love s...

2014-11-0100 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 148: Podcast of the Pudding BrainsThis week only, download the spectacle that is Nintendo World Report's Connectivity podcast, Episode 148, with three thrilling segments. First, Alex, Neal, and Scott tackle the news including the announcement of the New 3DS models. Will it fragment the user base? And how many faceplates will Neal buy? Find out answers to these questions and more. In the second segment, Mike joins Scott and Zach for another discussion of awesome video game music. This time, they play some of the listeners favorite battle and/or boss themes. The next time they convene, they'll be discussing the best tracks from Mega Man...

2014-08-3000 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 145 Fiddy KongSit right back and let me tell you all about this week's episode of Connectivity. It's episode 145 to be exact, and it's quite enjoyable. We have four freakin' segments for you this week. First up, Zach and Neal answer a quick listener mail question and go over the results of our recent "Kongtest". Then, they dig deep into Guacamelee: Super Tournament Championship Edition! Then in our third segment, Andrew and Daan preview the upcoming Hyrule Warriors. And finally, Neal and Zach return with a bonus segment at the end of the episode to gush over Marvel's new Guardians of the...

2014-08-0900 min

NWR Connectivity Episode 87: Time and SpaceWelcome to episode 87 of Connectivity, or as we are calling it, "Episode One." Hope there is no confusion with the actual episode one from two years ago, but this is the true "Episode One." Because it's the only "One" you'll need! That is, until it is obsolete and we move on to the next iteration. Then it is "One" for the dump or the back of your closet somewhere. If you hadn't guessed, our main segment this week deals with the announcement of the Xbox One as well as last week's Nintendo Direct. Scott, Neal, and special guest Donald Theriault...

2013-05-2500 min