Radio Free Nintendo

Episode 338: Turning Things Around

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:00:00 -0500

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Billy stops in for a little while, and we jump into Listener Mail right away!
Letters cover the satisfaction (and anxiety) of owning a Wii U right now, Nintendo's surprise cancellation of their legendary E3 press conference, and our expectations for the next 3DS hardware revision!
For the aftward New Business segment, we have impressions of Nano Assault EX, Mario and DK: Minis on the Move, Darksiders 2, and Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon!

Episode 337: Eat My Maturity!

Sat, 11 May 2013 17:00:00 -0500

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New business is Darksiders 2, Heavy Rain with the Move controller, Joe Danger: The Movie and Art Style: Aquia.
Listener Mail: games that take death seriously; a listener requests that we talk about Urban Champion; we get into a discussion about third party Wii U support; and we lose our sanity discussing the non-kickstarter for the non-sequel to Eternal Darkness.

Episode 336: We Didn't Take the Rocks

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

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New business is The Last Story, Roguelike suffering, interactive screensavers, and Kirby
It's also time for Retroactive: Megaman 3

RFN Presents: The Famicast 23 - GAME CAT

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

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New business talking about an old From Software title for PS1, Mortal Kombat, Tomodachi Collection, Pokemon Rumble U and even a little bit of Link's Awakening
Tons of news from Japan, including coverage of the latest Nintendo Direct and other Japan related items
A special announcement for announcement at the end of the episode

Episode 335: Performance Review Paradox

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0500

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New Business features DK Jungle Beat, the original Castlevania, Liberation Maiden, and Etrian Odyssey IV!
Listener Mail is mostly about Iwata's weird career move, but we also guess what would happen if Nintendo made a console/handheld hybrid!
Mega Man 3 is on RetroActive NEXT WEEK, so play and discuss right now!

Episode 334: Stupor Guide

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:00:00 -0500

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Jonny begins with a return to the improperly maligned Assassin's Creed 3, a Wii U launch title that deserves more attention as the numerical sequel approaches in just six more months. James picked up Yoot Saito's Aeroporter, the Guild 01-associated luggage stacking puzzler, but he finds little to recommend even at the reduced eShop price. Gui continues the bargain warnings with escapeVektor on 3DS, a likable but glaringly flawed Pac-Man successor that was, until recently, on sale. We had enough time for Jonny to come back around with a glowing review of Saints Row: The Third, an open-world game that finally recaptures the spirit of the "sandbox game".
For the second half, we celebrate an unusual dump of announcements for this time of year, as Nintendo hosted a Direct video event to trump all others. The focus was on 3DS, of course, and although we'd like to have more reason to be excited about Wii U in the year 2013, it's hard to complain about the lineup of sequels, revivals, and digital releases unveiled last week. We run through most of the notable tidbits and speculate on how this will affect the resurgence of 3DS as well as Nintendo's plans for E3, now just a few weeks out.

Episode 333: The Source of All Beauty in the Universe

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 19:00:00 -0500

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New Business: LEGO City Undercover, Battalion Wars, Ultimate Ghouls N' Ghosts, Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams, Tokyo Crash Mobs, Guacamelee!
Listener Mail: Kickstarter for Earthbound?, Wii Tini, PSN+ Stealing Sales from Nintendo, Killers Apps.

Episode 332: Cartooning

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:00:00 -0500

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New Business: Jon kicks it off with his well-informed thoughts on Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate for 3DS, Jonny cracks open the oddly structured Need for Speed: Most Wanted U, Gui follows up his new review of Toki Tori 2 with some extra discussion of this lauded new Wii U eShop game and James bats clean-up by digging into a GameCube Grab Bag: Auto Modellista and P.N. 03.
Before digging into Ys Book II for Retroactive, the team briefly touches on the dissolution and legacy of LucasArts, and a much-discussed analysis of Satoru Iwata's decade as President of Nintendo Co. Ltd.

Episode 331: Maskerade

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 22:00:00 -0500

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Jon is absent due to incompetent movers, so James, Gui and Jonny discuss the games they've played at PAX, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon, LEGO City Undercover and Runner2.
They then tackle overdue Listener Mail: Which is the best, Mega Man 2 or 3? Can VR save the Wii U? Why do devs recycle game ideas, enemies and puzzles?

RFN Presents: The Famicast 22 - NOMI-CLAP

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:00:00 -0500

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New business talking about Keiji Inafune's Guild02 title, Bugs vs. Tanks, Monsters Come Out on Friday (the first Guild02 release), Skullgirls, Metal Gear Rising: Revengence and more!
The latest news from Japan, including NFC Pokemon for the upcoming Pokemon Scramble U
Life in Japan is back this month talking about Nomikai (drinking parties), clapping and the guys' experiences at these wonderful events!

RFN Live Panel at PAX East 2013

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:45:00 -0500

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RFN's own James, Guillaume, and Jonny accompanied by special guests Chris Kohler and Nate Andrews!
Short subjects include our favorite obscure Nintendo games, a pair of What-Ifs, and elevator pitches to Iwata!
Plus: Nearly half an hour of audience Q&A!

Episode 330: Amnesiacs Anonymous

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 19:00:00 -0500

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NWR writer Alex Culafi joins Jonny, James and Guillaume to talk about Ys Book I for this week's RetroActive segment!
First however, New Business has the crew lose itself in the mazes of Etrian Odyssey IV; get confused at the Belmont Family tree in Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate; defy physics in Gravity Rush; and forget who they are discussing Fire Emblem Awakening and its DLC.

Episode 329: Monumentous Decision

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 14:00:00 -0500

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New Business: Mass Effect 3, GTA: Chinatown Wars, Vanquish, Jonny Gets a Vita, Crashmo, and demos.
Listener Mail: Virtual Boy on the 3DS, NBA 2K13 Gatorade View, Control options in Wind Waker HD, and will the PS4 launch actually help the Wii U?

Episode 328: Edufication

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:30:00 -0500

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New format for New Business, but we still do talk about plenty of games: Bit.Trip Saga, You Me and the Cubes, Skulls of the Shogun, the lack of Black Ops map packs on the Wii U, Dragon Quest VI and Little Inferno.
Listener Mail: Is Pikmin Strategy? revisited, What can Nintendo do to garner more 3rd party support, and are gaming journalists trying to marginalize the Wii U and Nintendo fans?

RFN Presents: The Famicast 21 - HOST FAIL

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0900

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New business from the guys include talk about Dragon Quest VII, Spec Ops: The Line, Skulls of the Shogun, Demon's Souls, Fire Emblem: Awakening, Culdcept for the 3DS and more!
Gaming news in Japan including the most recent Nintendo Direct conferences and the seemingly "dire" situation Nintendo is in with Wii U.
Playstation 2013 Conference - what the future holds for Sony and what it means for Nintendo.

Episode 327: In Tents Pro Duck Shun

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 19:00:00 -0500

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- New Business this week: To The Moon, Pokemon White Version 2, Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 (really), Dragon Quest VI, Wii Street U, The Cave, and Fire Emblem Awakening.
- No listener mail this week, we instead tackle the Nintendo Directseses, Nintendo's Wii U Woes and the PS4 reveal (or lack thereof).

Episode 326: A Big Bowl Full of Smart

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 21:30:00 -0500

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It's one big segment this week, but we have Billy on board to help cover the feature topic: strategy games on Nintendo platforms!

Episode 325: Something About Tingle's Chest Hair

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 22:30:00 -0500

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Fire Emblem, Hyrule Historia, Call of Duty, Crimson Shroud, Batman: Arkham City, Puddle, and Rhythm Thief all show up in New Business... and that's not even the full list!
A special mystery guest pops into Jonny's recording!
Listener Mail covers the devastating Rayman Legends news, plus high-value eShop games and how to sustain interest in Miiverse!

Episode 324: Punky Hamster

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 20:30:00 -0500

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New Business is full of new games, as Gui plays the brand new 3DS remake of Ikachan and explains the uneven experience of The Cave on Wii U. Jon finally has his own brush with the Red Ring of Death and struggles with whether to replace his 360 before the inevitable successor launches this fall. Jonny gushes over Level 5's Ni No Kuni and also brings a few positive words about Nintendo Force and the Hyrule Historia coffee table book. James wraps it up with a slightly disappointed report on Gunman Clive, but the glorious demo for Fire Emblem Awakening erases any lingering negativity. For now.
In the latter half, we finally catch up on Listener Mail with a trio of timely queries. This batch starts with a look at Nintendo's most inexplicable decisions, as a defense for the "no-duh" game announcements last week. Next, we take a hard look at the Earthbound situation, as the game is finally coming to Virtual Console in Japan -- does that mean it has a chance in the West, too? Localization is also the topic of the final email, as we consider whether more games could be released on digital services with subtitle-only translations.

Episode 323: Bad Moon on the Rise

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 19:45:00 -0500

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No new business this week, instead a three-man crew sans Guillaume discusses the January 23rd Nintendo Direct announcements, which include a 2011 Greg prediction come true fashionably late, the Wii U Virtual Console, and Monolith Soft's next game.

RFN Presents: The Famicast 20 - JOURNEY TO JAPAN

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500

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New business from the guys include talk about 3D Space Harrier, ZombiU, Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, UFO catchers and more!
A beefy Life in Japan shows how some of the members of the Famicrew made it to Japan and ways that you can do the same!
Recorded before the most recent Nintendo Direct on Janyary 23, the news consists of Layton talk (both games and some special chocolate!), the demise of the Wii Virtual Console in Japan, Japan's first Wii U eShop demo and more!

Episode 322: You're the Best Around

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 18:45:00 -0500

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It's a short New Business as each person picks one game (or less) they've played this week: Gunman Clive, Liberation Maiden and the gorgeous Fire Emblem demo.

Episode 321: Return of the Mack

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:01 -0500

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It's the glorious return of Jon Lindemann!... "Wait, who?" ask hundreds of people in unison. Now playing touches on Super Mario 3D Land, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, Paper Mario: Sticker Star, Galaxy Saver ("wait, what?" ask hundreds of people in unison), To The Moon, Gunman Clive and Halo 4.

Episode 320: Twas The Night Before Jonmas

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 14:00:00 -0500

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It's another three-man crew this week as Jonny, James and Guillaume talk playing Crimson Shroud, Universe Sandbox, Metroid Blast, Mario Chase, NSMB2's co-op mode, Fluidity: Spin Cycle and Wario Land II.

RFN Presents: The Famicast 19 - Canichiwa Mini-san

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 20:30:00 -0500

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Free (kinda) karaoke on Wii U?! Count us in! Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is also in the house! That and more Wii U love with discussions about Warriors Orochi 3 Hyper, ZombiU and Tekken Tag 2.
Double the Monster Hunter in news and a little bit about the latest update for Dragon Quest X on the Wii.
Horrifying Christmas tales of kidnappings in Life in Japan
Plus: The Best of 2012 - Japan Edition!

Episode 319: Do Not Disturb the Red Balls

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500

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Jonny, James and Guillaume quickly talk about the following games before the Holidays! Happy New Year everyone!

Episode 318: Don't Shit on the Fish Farmer

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 19:00:00 -0500

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This week, RFN welcomes Connectivity alumni Nathan Mustafa! During New Business, the crew discusses Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed on Wii U, the unusual eShop RPG Crimson Shroud, James' continuing adventures in Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward, Harvest Moon: A New Beginning, the iOS port of Mutant Mudds, Nathan's take on New Super Mario Bros. U, Jonny's guitar lessons with Rocksmith, and Theatrhythm Final Fantasy.
Listener Mail: the Android-based Ouya console, the RFN crew's Nintendo Network IDs, brainstorming Pikmin 3, Nintendo's odd approach to downloadable games, and how to push for Mass Effect Trilogy on Wii U.

Episode 317: Highway Through the Great Divide

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 21:00:00 -0500

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Special guest TYP makes our throats hurt and talks about NSMBU and Nintendo Land, Jonny talks about Assassin's Creed 3 and Paper Mario: Sticker Star, Guillaume loses his audio.
James finishes off New Business with Virtue's Last Rewards, and the crew then comments on the demise of Nintendo Power and the recent Nintendo Direct announcements (mostly delays).

Episode 316: Ninjabread Opus

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 23:00:00 -0500

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Jared pops in for an episode heavy on Wii U impressions and discussion!
New Business highlights include Scribblenauts Unlimited, Sonic and All-Stars Racing Transformed, Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion, and Ys 7!
Listener Mail returns with your concerns about the Wii U's horsepower and future third-party support, plus a follow-up to the popular "Super Wii" topic!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 18 - BRAVELY DIRECT

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:30:00 -0500

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Three-way impressions of Animal Crossing: New Leaf!
Ty finally gets a 3DS (XL) and talks about Skullgirls and The Walking Dead!
More Japanese games include Fallblox (Crashmo), E.X. Troopers, Paper Mario: Sticker Star, and Bravely Default: Flying Fairy!
Plus: Nintendo Directs, Life in Japan, and the state of downloadable games in Nintendo's homeland!

3rd Annual NWR Telethon for Child's Play - Part 3

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:15:00 -0500

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The final three hours of our most successful telethon yet!
Includes these segments: Nintendo Free Radio's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, 3DS Report Card, and Shenanigans!
Special guests include Craig Harris, Billy Berghammer, and Player One Podcast's Phil Theobald and Chris Johnston!
Plus: Jon Lindemann performs the Pokemon Rap -- all of it!

Episode 315: Nintendo Launch Alliance

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 21:00:00 -0500

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A new Nintendo system just launched, wouldn't you know! Guillaume, Billy Berghammer and NWR's Ariel Ruff talk about their launch experiences while Jonny curses his bad luck and a sexy version of James performs the interminable OS update on his fresh new Wii U. A good half of the show is devoted to New Super Mario Bros. U and Nintendo Land, while the second half is shared by OS rants, Miiverse praise, eShop games and Call of Duty.

Episode 314: Three Heads Tall

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:15:00 -0500

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Nate rejoins us this week as we talk about Paper Mario: Sticker Star, Zone of the Enders HD Collection, the demo for Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, Shinobi for 3DS, Shinobi III, Persona 3 Portable, Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward (the sequel to 999) and Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask.
Listener Mail covers a request to assess the real meaning of Wii U's undeniable third-party support at launch, and whether this level of interest from third-party developers and publish might evaporate once Sony and Microsoft launch their next consoles; a comment on the recent spate of big-name game directors/producers leaving their companies; and a look at a Japanese commercial in which Nintendo refers to the "Super Wii".

3rd Annual NWR Telethon for Child's Play - Part 2

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 19:15:00 -0500

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The middle three hours of our most successful telethon yet!
Includes these segments: Radio Trivia Live, Connectivity's Who Wants to Be a Nintendoaire?, and The Famicast: Live from Japan!
Special guests include 8-4's Mark McDonald, Justin Epperson, and Brenden Pritchard!

3rd Annual NWR Telethon for Child's Play - Part 1

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 20:20:00 -0500

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The first three hours of our most successful telethon yet!
Includes these segments: Wii U Hype Train, A Decade of Metroid Prime, and The Eurocast!
Special guests include Garnett Lee, Brad Shoemaker, David Ellis, Jeff Kalles, and a very awesome surprise guest!
Plus: The return of Jon Lindemann!

Episode 313: Poseur Theory

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0500

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It's a three man crew this week, with Jon still on extended leave and James being replaced by NWR's Aussie correspondent Nicholas Bray. New Business tackles the Mutant Mudds free DLC stages, eShop game 2 Fast 4 Gnomz, the new XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Final Fantasy V Advance,Mario Party 9 and the eShop version of Shinen's Art of Balance TOUCH!
Listener mail deals with the future of eShop VC releases, Internet trolls putting down Nintendo and its fans, and a discussion of the game makers' original artistic vision in these days of patches and focus groups. The show concludes with hype for the imminent live show!

Episode 312: Hail to the High Schooler

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:40:00 -0400

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Prodigal Son Castaneda fills in for Jon this week. Guillaume unloads his impressions from a recent press event: Fluidity: Spin Cycle, Crashmo, and Paper Mario: Sticker Star. Karl follows up with Liberation Maiden on eShop, plus some iPhone game called Letterpress. James dips back into Dark Souls and Minecraft (XBLA). Jonny returns from his week off with an eShop game, NightSky, and Final Fantasy V Advance.
For the second half of the episode, we focus on Wii U and start with the rest of Guillaume's impressions from that press event. Listen for Balloon Trip, Mario's Boost Mode, more ZombiU, Ninja Gaiden 3, and Epic Mickey 2. James drops a surprise here, as well: he finally played the new console again for the first time since E3 2011, plus the upcoming Rayman Legends. Jonny kicks in his own rather late epiphany on Wii U as technical marvel, incited by the recent Iwata Asks.

RFN Presents: The Famicast 17 - LATE TITLE CARD

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0500

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Danny takes over as host and is joined by Daan, Minoru, and that rascal Ty Shughart!
Tons of Japanese games, including the new Paper Mario, EX Troopers, Bravely Default, and Project X Zone!
Plus: Classics like Willow and Friday the 13th!
And: Nintendo Direct coverage, Life in Japan, and Listener Mail!

Episode 311: Toad Dreams of Poutine

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0500

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Both Jonny and Jon are absent, so James hosts, Nate is back and Donald "Shaymin" Theriault from the NWR boards and the "Nintendo Free Radio" podcast wanders in. New Business features Pokemon Black Version 2, Pokemon Dream Radar, Asura's Wrath, Kirby Super Star, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light and Minecraft.
After the break we move into a set of feature discussions: we first we share our thoughts on Nintendo's recent (and not so recent) procurement of Japanese franchises. Our second topic is a more in-depth discussion of Nintendo's marketing strategy for Wii U.

Episode 310: Relax, It's Only Surgery

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 16:00:00 -0500

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New Business features the worst DSiware game James ever reviewed, The Walking Dead, Pushmo, Persona 3 Portable, La Mulana and FTL!
Then, Nates invade the Listeners' Mail segment with letters about reviewing games with preconceived notions, lives and difficulty in Mario, our most valuable games, and a neat idea for a Wii U Metroid game!

Episode 309: James vs The Gaping Dragon

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 08:45:00 -0500

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New Business features NSMB2 DLC, Dark Souls, Mario Party 4, Kirby's Nightmare in Dream Land, Rayman Origins, Quarth, and Final Fantasy V!
RetroActive concludes with a fun discussion of Kirby and the Amazing Mirror!

Episode 308: Bathe in the Spicy RPG Sauce

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 21:00:00 -0500

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This week is all New Business! Jonny starts with a marathon session of La-Mulana, Fractured Soul, and To the Moon, while Gui tries out Renegade Ops and finished PoP: Forgotten Sands!
James reports on Non-tendo games such as Birds of Steel and Splice, while Nate returns as guest to teach us the mysterioius ways of The Denpa Men and even Torchlight II!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 16 - TGS 2012 SPECTACULAR

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0500

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Rhythm Hunter: HarmoKnight and the ultimate StreetPass puzzle!
Learn to play rock-paper-scissors... Japanese style!
Ty Shughart emerges from a dark arcade to discuss demos and cat drugs from Tokyo Games Show 2012!

Episode 307: Don't Let Your Kids Huff the Warm Mushroom Cookies

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 17:00:00 -0500

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With Nate Andrews, Reviews Editor on NWR, Jonny, Guillaume and James shoot the crap on the adequately priced Fractured Soul, the enraging FTL, the non-derivative Starship Defense and Renegade Ops, the imperfect Touch Detective and the nostalgic Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands.
The crew then reads the listeners' mail: hand-wringing over the Wii U price, bundles, backwards-compatibility, a digital copy of Nintendo Land, etc. We also get some really interesting survey results from a high school teacher who wanted to know what games are most beloved by today's students.

Episode 306: Suckers Anonymous

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 22:00:00 -0500

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James is back, but Jon is replaced by Mike TYP Cole. We talk about StarFox 64 3D, Monster World IV, NSMB2, Diamond Trust of London, Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters, Double Dragon Neon and Touch Detective.
After a musical break courtesy of Double Dragon Neon, we talk about the recent Wii U Launch Press event and discuss its price, the launch games, the bigger games down the road and whether we'll be early adopters or not.

Episode 305: Xmas Eve-Eve

Sat, 08 Sep 2012 19:00:00 -0500

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James is overseas, but good old Billy replaces him and recounts his adventures at PAX Prime! Paper Mario Sticker Star and Fluidity: Spin Cycle are discussed. The rest of New Business includes Monster World IV, Hotel Dusk, Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, Wario Land and Ys: The Oath in Felghana.
Listener Mail: covers the futility of fan-made game mods, the anti-Nintendo shadow conspiracy, controller options for Wii U backwards-compatibility, and the best/worst kinds of game bosses.

RFN Presents: The Famicast 15-2 - FAMIQUEST DIRECT

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 23:00:00 -0500

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The latest Nintendo Direct from Japan!
A preview of Tokyo Games Show!
Dragon Quest X!

Episode 304: Don't Blame Games

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 19:00:00 -0500

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Jon gets the ball rolling with his thoughts on Muramasa: The Demon Blade, Gran Turismo PSP, and his disappointment with the 3DS lineup in 2012. Jonny follows with a report on his visit to the Wii U Experience in Denver, which is very much reminiscent of the old Cube Clubs and features many notable Wii U demos from E3. James has wrap-up thoughts on Rhythm Thief, which is pretty short (but maybe pretty long for a narrative rhythm game). Guillaume treks through New Super Mario Bros. 2 and cautious optimism over the demo for a fan mod called Super Mario Galaxy 2.5, which is still a long way from completion.
Listener Mail: The first letter is on violence and games, with a particular focus on other mainstream activities that seem to escape the constant charges of negative influence on the minds of babes and loonies. We also go deep into emails about must-have interface features and Nintendo's abandonment of motion control with Wii U.

RFN Presents: The Famicast 15 - WIREFRAME BUBBLE ATTACK

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 23:00:00 -0500

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A group discussion of NSMB2 and digital game sales in Japan!
Minoru plays Dylan Cuthbert's obscure gem, X!
Daan plays Wii U for the third time!
Plus: The latest Japanese gaming news and Life in Japan!

Episode 303: Livin' Extra Large

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0500

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Jon couldn't make it once again, but Michael TYP Cole fills the vacancy and talks about Mole Mania and Rayman Origins. Guillaume and Jonny both talk about their new 3DS XLs and their new New Super Mario Bros 2. Gui untalks about Retro/Grade for a bit, while Jonny regales us with the end of his lost 3DSware saga. James talks about the Rhythm Thief copy he has finally snatched up.
Finally, the crew gets around to doing the Wario Land 4 RetroActive! Each has various degrees of experience with the franchise, so it makes for an interesting discussion. Especially when you throw in the readers' impressions!

Episode 302: The Pack-In Police

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 19:30:00 -0500

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Jon is out but the crew still manages to babble on about a ton of games! 5th Cell's Hybrid on XBLA, the Heroes of Ruin demo, Dust: An Elysian Tail, Mole Mania, Another Super Mario Bros Wii (homebrew!), The Legendary Starfy, Sound Shapes and Excitebike World Rally are discussed.
We then move on to a lengthy segment full of predictions about the Wii U, and answer listeners who wrote about possible Wiiware-to-eShop ports and good PSP and PS3 games for Nintendo fans.

Episode 301: Mechanical Sphincters

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 21:30:00 -0500

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It's a games-only, shorter RFN episode!
Disaster, Wario Ware: Mega Party Game$, Super Mario War, Fortune Street, Big Brain Academy DS, Pac-Man VS, Zelda: Four Swords Adventure, the R-Type series, Sound Shapes, Penny Arcade Adventures Episode 3, Deus Ex: Human Evolution, Tales of the Abyss and Pandora's Tower.

Episode 300: SPARTAAA!!!

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 23:30:00 -0500

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For RFN's 300th episode, we discuss the Wii like we never have before, covering the Wii from its debut as Revolution at E3 2005, right up to the present day!
And we've brought friends as well: Billy Berghammer, Craig Harris, Michael "TYP" Cole, Karl Castaneda, co-founder Mike Sklens and, of course, our escaped editing slave, Greg Leahy!

Episode 299: Premature Evacuation

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 23:30:00 -0500

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Greg stops by to save our weekends by offering to edit the show in Gui's absence!
New Business has a loose theme of older, retro, and faux-retro games!
Listener Mail is all about digital downloads (and sales thereof)!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 14 - OBJECTION TO ENGRISH

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 21:00:00 -0500

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Daan's first impressions of Level 5's Time Travellers and Taiko Drum Master for 3DS!
Danny's thoughts on Kirby Dream Collection and the modern classic, Eternal Darkness!
Minoru revisits Pikmin 2 before the Famicrew runs down the latest Japan gaming news, including coverage of Oni Training and SpotPass TV!
Also: comparing Phoenix Wright to the real Japanese legal system, and Listener Mail!

Nintendo Free Radio (Forumcast) Episode 1: Even More Games Than An E3 Press Conference

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:00:00 -0500

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During RFN's off-week, four infamous forum goons take matters into their own hands!
28 games, over 3 hours of content, and so very many inside jokes for RFN fans!
A special discussion of accessibility in video games!

Episode X: The Non-Canonical One

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 23:30:00 -0500

You ever have a favorite TV show that delays progressing the story by featuring a one-off episode that both ignores and fails to impact the show's continuity entirely? Welcome to that episode of Radio Free Nintendo! With the crew off for a little summertime R&R, Zach and I thought it might be fun to see if the guys would let us take control of RFN for a week in order to settle a bet once and for all: who is the most Nintendo-savvy of the Free Birds? The only way to do that, of course, is through a game of Jeopardy. So sit back and enjoy as James, Guillaume, and Daan (of the Famicast!) each try to secure the title of King Free Bird. RFN will return to its regularly scheduled programming next week. If you need more words in your ears before then, you can always check out our other podcasts: Connectivity, the Famicast, and Radio Trivia. Also, thanks to the boys for letting us take control for a week. In the words of Willard Christopher Smith, "I have got to get me one of these." Also, "WHOO!"

Episode 298: How Many Licks Does It Take?

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 23:30:00 -0500

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Jonny lost his 3DS but found a light at the end of the Xenoblade tunnel, while Jon spends quality time with Suda 51!
James catches up with Tales of the Abyss for 3DS, and Guillaume revisits a pair of eShop games!
Listener Mail has us tackling load times, Project Sora, and Nintendo's listening abilities!

Episode 297: Hippy Shows

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 14:45:00 -0500

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James and Guillaume find comfort in the warm embrace of Billy Berghammer as both Jon's are missing!
After exchanging some thoughts with Billy about Nintendo's E3 performance, New Business includes Gravity Rush, Mario Tennis Open, Popcap hate, Galaxy's Co-Star mode and Kid Dracula.
In listener mail the trio discuss Nintendo in the world of the $100 million video game, Nintendo in the world of downloadable games, and practical purchasing advice for the RPG-gamer on the go.

Episode 296: Silky But Not Smooth

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 20:30:00 -0500

Featuring:

Jon is gone, but a newly married TYP takes his place!
During New Business, we compare Portal 2 to Adventures of Lolo and talk about Game and Watch Gallery 2, the Kingdom Hearts 3D demo, Tomba, Pandora's Tower, Infamous 2, Order Up! and WarioWare: Smooth Moves.
We then discuss the post-E3 Nintendo Direct event, our lust for the 3DS XL and eShop promotions, and much more!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 13 - EL3CTRIC ANIMAL PANIC

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:45:00 -0500

Featuring:

Over three hours of JPN gaming goodness!
Cubivore, Tokyo Jungle, GON, and many more games are discussed!
Other topics include an E3 wrap-up, Nintendo Direct, and a Nintendo history lesson going back to the Famicom Disk System!

Episode 295: Too Many Bones

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 17:00:00 -0500

Featuring:

This show has with an odd slate of games!
New Business Zen Pinball, Infamous 2, Kid Icarus: Uprising, Call of Duty: Black Ops and Seven Wonders of the World... Part 2.
In Listener Mail, topics include MotionPlus on Wii U, the return of Advance Wars, the retro-future of handheld gaming, the industry's health overall, and Pokemon Red/Blue/Yellow on Virtual Console.

Episode 294: Something in Common

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 23:00:00 -0500

Featuring:

It's a predictably content-filled and passionate episode, following E3 2012!
New Business covers Disaster: Day of Crisis (for the last time!), Pandora's Tower, Call of Duty Elite, Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion, NSMBU and NSMB2!
This is followed up by a series of interviews recorded at E3, and then the crew talks about their hands-on experience with the latest version of the Wii U Gamepad and have a passionate exchange about Nintendo's E3 strategy.

RFN at E3 2012: Day Two (3DS and Third-Party Games)

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 11:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The E3 away team rounds up a bunch of thoughts and impressions of 3DS games and third-party Wii U games that we played on the second and longest day of the show.

RFN at E3 2012: Day One (Nintendo Booth Impressions)

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 03:30:00 -0500

Featuring:

Jonny, Zack and Guillaume talk about the demos that made the biggest impression on them at Nintendo's booth (and beyond). Pikmin 3, New Super Mario Bros U, Rayman Origins, Game & Wario, Project P-100, Batman: Arkham City... and many more!

RFN Not at E3 2012: The Half at Home

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN team that didn't make it to E3 give their own reactions to Nintendo's press conference.

RFN at E3 2012: Day One (Press Conference Reaction Show)

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 11:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Very quick staff reactions to Nintendo's big E3 press conference, showing Pikmin 3, NintendoLand, and other Wii U games as well as just a bit for 3DS.

RFN at E3 2012: Day Zero Part Deux

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 02:55:00 -0500

Featuring:

The crew streamed the Microsoft conference much like everyone else not at E3 did, and doesn't have much to say about it. But they talk about seeing the EA and Ubisoft conferences live, and divulge their thoughts on EA's sequels and Ubisoft's antics.

RFN at E3 2012: Day Zero (Nintendo Direct Reactions

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 20:00:00 -0500

Featuring:

Most of the NWR crew on site at E3 2012 gathered to watch and discuss Nintendo's Wii U hardware-related Nintendo Direct online conference. They go over the messaging of the event, the improved Wii U GamePad, the Wii U Pro controller, the black Wii U, the Miiverse, and more!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 12 - SEAL OF EXCITEMENT

Wed, 30 May 2012 19:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Famicrew previews the Wii U excitement of E3 2012!
Get the latest news about Nintendo gaming in Japan!
Life in Japan joins forces with Listener Mail!
PLUS: A thrilling report on... the Nintendo 64DD!

Episode 293: Four on the Floor

Sun, 27 May 2012 13:00:00 -0500

Featuring:

With James back, this marks the first episode with the full new crew!
New Business covers Disaster: Day of Crisis, Kirby's Block Ball, All Night Nippon Super Mario Bros., Mario Kart 7 and Cloudberry Kingdom!
The crew talks about their hopes, dreams and predictions for the 3DS, the Wii U and even the Wii and DS at the upcoming E3 2012.

Episode 292: The Show Must Go On!

Sun, 20 May 2012 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

We welcome Guillaume as the newest member of RFN!
New Business covers the Mario Kart 7 update, Diablo 3, and the latest Club Nintendo freebie games!
This week in Listener Mail: GameStop's exclusive deals with Nintendo, console subscription plans, and more coverage of Pandora's Tower at Operation Rainfall!
PLUS: Get to know our new voice and editor in a special mini-interview!

Episode 291: Good Night, Sweet Prince

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's Greg's farewell episode!
The RFN crew send their comrade off in style with tributes, a clip reel, and a special parting gift!
There's still time for Listener Mail on Wii U's launch line-up and the quest for core gamers!
PLUS: Resident Evil, Castlevania, Darksiders, Xenoblade, and a Treasure takeover in New Business!

Episode 290: BOMZALDROPPEN

Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Listener Mail is back with a bang after Nintendo's digital distribution bombshell!
We also answer your questions on New SMB 2, StreetPass, gaming abroad, and the bizarre Pandora's Tower!
New Business features more Xenoblade, Tales, and Rhythm Thief, plus Metal Slug 3 and Jon's secret arcade machine!
PLUS: An important announcement!

Episode 289: S.O.P.H.I.A. on the Sauce

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RetroActive returns with MotoHeroz!
Guillaume joins us to discuss RedLynx's acclaimed Trials-like game for WiiWare!
We react to the Nintendo Direct news and Pikmin 2's rise from the dead in New Business!
PLUS: James' journey to become Tingle continues!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 11 - LET'S GET GOLDEN!

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Famicrew reacts to the New SMB 2 announcement and the rest of the Nintendo Direct news!
New Business features Kingdom Hearts 3D, Kid Icarus: Uprising, and Star Fox 64 3D!
Life in Japan looks at the festivities of Golden Week!
PLUS: More answers to your questions!

Episode 288: Extra Tinglish

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 15:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Listener Mail returns in force!
We answer your questions on getting left behind by online gaming, the Vita's woes, and being a Nintendo fan for life!
New Business features Rhythm Thief, Fez, and Freshly-Picked Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland!
PLUS: Jon sets out to restore his man-cred!

Episode 287: Demolition Sherpa

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew returns from PAX East with a lot of tales to tell!
Hear about mass StreetPassing, Runner 2, Hell Yeah, the horrors of the 3DO, and more from Boston!
RPGs dominate New Business with Tales of the Abyss and Xenoblade Chronicles!
PLUS: Jon Lindemann becomes John Spartan!

RFN Panel Edition Tridux: Live at PAX East 2012 (Alternate Take)

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:25:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny, James, Lindy, and special guest Guillaume present RFN's third annual live panel at PAX East!
Feature Topic: Countdown to the Wii U Launch!
Extended Q&A -- 45 minutes of great audience interaction!
PLUS: Late night talk show music courtesy of the PAX Enforcers!

RFN Panel Edition Tridux: Live at PAX East 2012

Mon, 9 Apr 2012 20:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny, James, Lindy, and special guest Guillaume present RFN's third annual live panel at PAX East!
Feature Topic: Countdown to the Wii U Launch!
Extended Q&A -- 45 minutes of great audience interaction!
PLUS: Late night talk show music courtesy of the PAX Enforcers!

Episode 286: Jill-in-the-Box

Sun, 1 Apr 2012 15:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Turn out the lights, it's time for a feature discussion about game endings!
New Business features more Kid Icarus: Uprising, Mutant Mudds, Dokapon Kingdom, and Jonny's Rhythm Heaven party!
Listener Mail examines a proposal to swap game scores for cash - but not in that way!
PLUS: A very special surprise guest!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 10 - STREETPASS TENGOKU

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The entire NWR Japan team assembles for the first time!
JC, Danny, and Minoru discuss SteetPass life in Japan - in person!
New Business features Hatsune Miku and VC goodness, including Game Gear and Street Fighter II online!
PLUS: More answers to your questions!

Episode 285: We're Finished!

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

We've got early impressions of Kid Icarus: Uprising and the last word on The Last Story!
Also in New Business: Fire Emblem, Advance Wars, Sine Mora, and classic Kid Icarus too!
Guillaume returns to help us with Listener Mail, featuring Wii U concerns, portables, peripherals, and the most DLC-ready Nintendo games!
PLUS: James alienates everyone!

Episode 284: BB Action

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Billy Berghammer is our special guest this week!
The founder of NWR gives us insight into his work as a game consultant plus the CBSi purchase of Giant Bomb!
3DS dominates New Business once again with Mario Tennis Open, Mutant Mudds, Zen Pinball, and the Rhythm Thief demo!
PLUS: Jonny loves Journey!

Episode 283: I Am Impact!

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

James has first impressions of The Last Story!
Also in New Business: Mass Effect 3, Mario vs. DK: Minis March Again, and Goemon's Great Adventure!
Listener Mail returns with questions about multiple Wii U tablets, Pokemon Black + White 2, and how to wake up a sleeping Nintendo franchise!
PLUS: DOUBLE IMPACT!

Episode 282: Better Late Than Never

Sun, 4 Mar 2012 19:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Special guest Guillaume Veillette of NegativeWorld.org joins us to celebrate the 3DS' first birthday!
We reflect on our time as 3DS owners by tallying up our games, comparing best/worst experiences, and offering hopes for the future!
3DS dominates New Business too with Mario, Steel Diver, Pac-Man + Galaga Dimensions, and a big announcement from Jon!
PLUS: Wuwhores!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 9 - ONI BRAIN

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Danny, Daan, and JC return with reaction to all the Nintendo Direct news from Japan!
Get in rhythm with the crew's discussions of the Hatsune Miku demo, Theatrhythm, and Rhythm Thief!
Danny delves into Denpa Ningen no RPG for the eShop!
PLUS: Valentine's Day in Japan!

Episode 281: Y'all Come Back Now!

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We celebrate the announcement of The Last Story's North American release!
Also in New Business: All the other news from the Nintendo Direct broadcasts!
Listener Mail returns with questions about gaming instead of studying, the best hardware for playing DSiWare, and a big one on the future of Zelda!
PLUS: Jonny finishes not one, not two, but three games!

Episode 280: Sand in the Ointment

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN gets philosophical in a special feature as we explore the question: What is Gameplay?!
Will we avoid sinking into a semantic quagmire and instead generate a thought-provoking discussion? Listen to find out!
New Business features Wario Land, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, more Rhythm Heaven Fever, and the Metal Gear Solid 3D demo!
PLUS: Jon finishes not one, but two games!

Episode 279: Fo' Slo'

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

James comes down with a Rhythm Heaven Fever!
Also in New Business: Art Academy, Crush3D, more Revelations, and the Master System!
Listener Mail returns with questions about VC transferability, Hyrule Historia, pro-Rayman media bias, and more!
PLUS: Jon Lindemann in the fourth person!

Episode 278: That's Lobsterist!

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's time for us to learn to deal with death as the Fire Emblem RetroActive comes to a close!
We discuss The Sacred Stones for GBA in-depth with the help of your forum comments!
Greg has extensive impressions of the Circle Pad Pro and RE Revelations in New Business!
PLUS: Jonny and TYP's Rupee Fever!

Episode 277: Shocking Revelaitons

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We reveal the games we just have to play before we die in our Gaming Bucket Lists!
Our lists take us on a journey through time from the days of the Vectrex all the way up to the Captain Rainbow age!
New Business looks at Nintendo's latest round of troubling financials!
PLUS: Jon hops back on the time travel train with Radiant Historia!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 8 - SAMURAI PIZZA THIEF

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Danny, Daan, and JC put Japanese games journalism under the microscope in a brand new Famicast!
The crew has impressions of Kiki Trick and Rhythm Thief R!
Theatrhythm's DLC leads off the Japan news!
PLUS: Answers to your questions on the PS Vita and over-priced pizza!

Episode 276: Star Wars Porn

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's the Dawn of the Demo as we take Resident Evil: Revelations for a test drive!
Also in New Business: Bionic Commando, F-Zero, and the return of Trauma Team!
We answer yet more of your Listener Mail on Mega Man's 25th birthday, Nintendo's SOPA stance, and the future of Mario hub worlds!
PLUS: Naked Wookiees!

Episode 275: The Pen-and-Paper Podcast

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew celebrates the fourth anniversary of its first show together!
Jonny traces back the roots of the RPG genre in New Business!
Listener Mail features our desires for Miyamoto's next project, Wii U's online uncertainty, and a prescription for lethargic Nintendo fans!
PLUS: Lindy the Necrolinguist!

Episode 274: In the Year Two-Thousaaaaaaand

Sun, 8 Jan 2012 19:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's predictions time again as we gaze into our crystal balls to see what lies ahead for 2012!
Also, what are our most anticipated games, and just how wrong were our 2011 forecasts?!
New Business features Nano Assault, Shinobi, 3D Classics Kid Icarus, and James' ailing XBOX!
PLUS: Jon can't stop finishing games!

Episode 273: The Hare with No Hair

Sun, 1 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew reunites for the first show of 2012!
A New Year means a whole lot of New Business, including Mighty Switch Force, VVVVVV, and the joy of Swapnote!
We examine the potential for a Zelda game made by Retro Studios!
PLUS: The future of Animal Crossing!

Episode 272: Desperately Seeking Sarah

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Billy and TYP join us to answer all your Listener Mail questions before the end of the year!
We cover demos, Wii U remakes, directors vs. producers, Nintendo's overconfidence, the PS Vita launch, and much more!
Our guests also go through their favorite games of 2011!
PLUS: The Sarah Miller Mystery is solved!

Episode 271: And I'll Form the Head!

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The time has come for us to pick our Top 5 Games of 2011!
It's Zelda vs. Mario vs. JRPGs vs. Shu Takumi - who will come out on top?!
New Business features Club Nintendo's American makeover, more Pushmo, and the shock return of an old RFN punching bag!
PLUS: The villainy of Shy Guy!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 7 - ANNUAL GIFT MAN APPROACHES

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Special guest Daan Koopman joins the NWR Japan team for a bumper edition of the Famicast!
The crew has impressions of Hirari Sakura Zamurai and the Circle Pad Pro!
Your questions about Animal Crossing, Metroid, and real live tanukis are all answered in Listener Mail!
PLUS: Discover what Christmas is like in Japan!

Episode 270: An Goron Appears!

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Karl returns in audible form to help us cover all the Miyamoto retirment talk and Xenoblade's US launch!
There's more Mario Kart, 3D Land, and Skyward Sword in New Business, also James goes fishing!
We look at the odds of Sony and Microsoft imitating the Wii U controller, and why gamers curse in Listener Mail!
PLUS: Number Five is ALIVE!

Episode 269: Doin' It Like We Do

Sun, 4 Dec 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We just can't stop talking about Skyward Sword!
Also in New Business: Mario Kart 7 and The Old Republic Beta!
Listener Mail returns with questions about Wii U launch games and Nintendo's transition to HD development!
PLUS: Jon reveals his desire for a pink 3DS!

Episode 268: Thirty Hours of Freedom

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew reunites after the live telethon for a bumper batch of Thanksgiving New Business!
Everyone's been playing Skyward Sword, but can you guess who's put the most time into Zelda of us all?!
We also have impressions of Super Mario 3D Land, Ace Combat 3DS, and Skyrim!
PLUS: Jonny revokes James' US citizenship!

2nd Annual NWR Live Podcast Telethon - Part 3

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:00:00 -0700

Here's the third third of the recording of our wildly successful telethon for Child's Play! Thanks to Karl for editing this beast!

2nd Annual NWR Live Podcast Telethon - Part 2

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Here's the second third of the recording of our wildly successful telethon for Child's Play! Thanks to Karl for editing this beast -- the rest is coming soon!

2nd Annual NWR Live Podcast Telethon - Part 1

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:00:00 -0700

Here's the first third of the recording of our wildly successful telethon for Child's Play! Thanks to Karl for editing this beast -- the rest is coming soon!

Don't Forget the NWR Live Telethon on 19 November!

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Be sure to attend NWR Live Telethon for Child's Play on Saturday, 19 November 2011! Donate money! Play Radio Trivia live! Get expert opinions of Zelda: Skyward Sword from the reviewers themselves!

Episode 267: The Friendly Ghost

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon returns to help us answer your Listener Mail!
Will we be able to download retail 3DS games? Will Nintendo be out of the hardware business 10 years from now? Listen to find out!
Our New Business includes the eShop-exclusive Freakyforms, Batman, Uncharted 3, and Super Mario 3D Land's big Japan launch numbers!
PLUS: The Phantom Castaneda!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 6 - TANOOKI ONSEN 3D

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Danny and JC return with their impressions of the newly released Super Mario 3D Land!
The Japan news round-up features November's plentiful VC offerings and Dragon Quest X!
PLUS: More of your listener mail!

Episode 266: Meet My Demands...Or Else!

Sun, 6 Nov 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN is taken hostage by RetroActive No. 20: River City Ransom!
We fight our way through the Squids, the Cowboys, and even the Generic Dudes to discuss this classic NES RPG-brawler!
New Business features Xenoblade, Japan's shockingly vibrant VC service, the Layton movie, and Jonny's bogus journey through the App Store!
PLUS: Has James kidnapped Jon, and will he ever give him back?!

Episode 265: When Herschel Met Luke (Restaurant Scene)

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny returns with ten Kirbys in tow as he gives his impressions of Kirby Mass Attack!
Also in New Business: Layton, PixelJunk SideScroller, and The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Concert!
We look at Nintendo's financial woes, the outlook for Wii U, and the inevitable 3DS redesign in Listener Mail!
PLUS: Will the tyranny of the dudebro ever end?!

Episode 264: All Good Things...

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

175 episodes late, Jon, James, and Greg pay tribute to the N64 with some help from TYP!
15 years on from its US launch, join us for a look back at the N64's history from "Project Reality" to plain ol' reality!
We go through our favorite games for the system all the way from Super Mario 64 to Conker's Bad Fur Day!
PLUS: Jon wants to hit Luke from Prof Layton with a soccer ball!

Episode 263: All My Rowdy Friends

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Listener Mail returns!
We answer your questions about gaming conventions, the Circle Pad Expansion, the Honesty Box pricing model, and the sins of publishers!
New Business features Catrap, Inazuma Eleven, and the Team ICO HD Collection!
PLUS: A brief history of the N64 Expansion Pak!

Episode 262: Where Pride Goes

Sun, 9 Oct 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's time for RFN's annual Fall Preview Show!
We look at Nintendo's line-up for the rest of the year and highlight our most anticipated titles!
James stacks boxes up to the sky in New Business with Solatorobo for DS!
PLUS: More on Four Swords DSiWare, Super Mario Land 2, and Aliens Infestation!

Episode 261: Dat New Bitness

Sun, 2 Oct 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Portables dominate New Business with Aliens Infestation, Dragon Quest VI, and Bit.Trip Saga!
Listener Mail looks at the future of smartphone gaming, the chances of Ni no Kuni coming to Wii U, and the Bills beating the Patriots!
PLUS: Jon butchers the English language!

Episode 260: Zero-Sum Xenomics

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Listener Mail is back in a big way!
We answer all your questions about the future of Japanese 3DS games in Western markets, import paradoxes, bad controls, and The Grinder!
James nears the end of his Xenoblade journey in New Business!
PLUS: Used Games vs. Piracy - FIGHT!!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 5 - TGS 2011 SPECIAL

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Famicast crew brings you in-depth coverage of Tokyo Game Show 2011!
Listen for hands-on 3DS impressions of Resident Evil, Metal Gear, Kingdom Hearts, and the Slide Pad Expansion!
JC interviews NWR founder Billy Berghammer ten years on from his Japanese GameCube launch adventure!
PLUS: Beautiful women! Ridiculously long lines!

Episode 259: I Hate-Hate Like-Likes

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 08:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

We break down all the announcements from Nintendo's 3DS Conference in Tokyo!
Will the Monster Hunter 4 bombshell end the 3DS-Vita war before it even begins?!
James offers an extended verbal love letter to his import copy of Xenoblade Chronicles!
Also in New Business: Star Fox 64 3D, Radiant Silvergun, and The Legend of Zelda!

Episode 258: Returning Champion

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 08:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

We discuss all the big news coming out of Japan with Special Guest Chris Kohler of Wired.com!
Chris and the crew analyze the Dragon Quest X Online, Monster Hunter 3G, and 3DS Circle Pad add-on revelations!
New Business features Prof. Layton and the Mask of Miracle, Devil Survivor Overclocked, and Serious Sam: Double D!
PLUS: A last-minute preview of TGS 2011!

Episode 257: Ode to Joypads

Sun, 4 Sep 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Radio Trivia host Michael Cole joins us for a Listener Mail blowout!
New Business goes completely retro with the NES Ambassador Games, Final Fantasy VI, and Gargoyle's Quest!
We answer all your letters about new 3DS owners, Wii U's future, game length, RPGs, soundtracks, and more!
PLUS: James sets out to flatten the history of Western civilization with a giant rock!

Episode 256: In a Really Tight Spot

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Special guest and former RFN host Karl Castaneda joins us for our Killer7 RetroActive!
Suda51's breakthrough GCN game features multiple personalities and sinister elementary schools, so why is Karl the only one who loves it?!
We discuss the recent 3DS rumors in New Business--is a redesign with dual circle pads already on the way?!
PLUS: In-depth import impressions of Rhythm Heaven for Wii!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 4 - AKIBA LIVE

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Famicast comes to you from inside Super Potato in downtown Akihabara!
Danny and JC discuss demos on the 3DS eShop, Dragon Quest X, and the rest of the Nintendo news from Japan!
JC gets himself a last-minute Ambassadorship!
PLUS: Answers to more of your listener questions!

Episode 255: La Troisieme Saison

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Season 3 of RFN begins with a celebration of the Super Nintendo's 20th birthday!
We go through NWR's SNES 20 list and discuss our own 16-bit favorites in a special feature!
New Business has a European flavor as we discuss Xenoblade's launch, Last Story and Pandora's Tower for 2012, and a new Wii model!
PLUS: We fail to introduce the episode properly!

Episode 254: Silk the Shocka

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon returns with war stories from his backlog!
WayForward and XBLA dominate New Business with Mighty Milky Way, Contra 4, Outland, and Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet!
Listener Mail features Mega Man, Captain N, and the possibility that Nintendo hates 2D Mario?!
PLUS: James accuses Nintendo of not being able to count!

Episode 253: Daddy's Home for Dinner

Sun, 7 Aug 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR founder Billy Berghammer is our special guest this week!
New Business runs the gamut from Skyward Sword, FF6, and Xenoblade to Bulletstorm and Shadows of the Damned!
We look at how the 3DS crisis will affect Nintendo's plans for Wii U in Listener Mail!
PLUS: Who do we want to be in the next Super Smash Bros.?!

Episode 252: Sky Puppies Defeat Fake Hero

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN returns just in time to react to the 3DS price cut bombshell!
We analyze how Nintendo made the decision, the wisdom of the Ambassador Program, and what lies ahead for 3DS!
Greg has fresh impressions of Nintendo's upcoming line-up, including Kirby Mass Attack, Mario Kart 7, and Super Mario 3D Land!
PLUS: New Business turns back time again and again with Ghost Trick and Half-Minute Hero!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 3 - CHIBI-CAST

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Famicast returns after a three month hiatus to bring you up to date on Japanese gaming!
JC and Danny discuss 3DS video content and Nintendo's upcoming releases!
Your listener questions are answered on bottle cap figures, capsule hotels, poop, and the state of PC gaming in Japan!
PLUS: Hands-on impressions of Star Fox 64 3D!

Episode 251: For a Few Letters More

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN shakes off its birthday hangover with a Listener Mail special!
We answer your questions about Skyward Sword, Wii U, Operation Rainfall, and more!
PLUS: Bitching about bitching!

Episode 250: Five Long Years

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

TYP and a whole bunch of RFN fans join us to celebrate the show's fifth birthday!
Peek behind the curtain as we share untold stories from RFN history!
Hear us take calls from listeners for more than two and a half hours!
PLUS: Solid Snake! Morgan Freeman! Charlie Sheen! Ty Shughart!

Episode 249: Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head

Sun, 3 Jul 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We react to Operation Rainfall's campaign to bring Wii JRPGs to North America!
New Business features Solatorobo, Shantae, Pikmin, and Retro Game Master!
You ask us about Metal Gear Solid, Wii U ports and accessories, and jet packs in Listener Mail!
PLUS: A sneak peek at our plans for RFN 250!

Episode 248: Perfect Agent Greganna

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

RetroActive resumes with our in-depth look at the Perfect Dark single player campaign!
We talk about shadowy corporations, sinister conspiracies, waistcoat-wearing aliens, and everything else in the life of Joanna Dark!
3DS dominates New Business with Ocarina of Time, Ridge Racer, and Donkey Kong!
PLUS: Jon Lindemann as Daniel Carrington!

Episode 247: You Can Lead a Man to the Beam, But...

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 13:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew reunites to discuss our reactions to the Wii U reveal and everything else from E3!
New Business celebrates Zelda's 25th birthday and the eShop launch with Link's Awakening, Ocarina of Time 3D, X-Scape, and AlphaBounce!
We answer all your post-E3 questions about Wii U, the new controller, 3DS, and Nintendo's eShop penny pinching!
PLUS: Jon vs. Lavos - TITLE FIGHT!

E3 2011 - Day Three (The BrawlCast)

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Play Brawl or record a podcast? Let's do both!

E3 2011 - Day Three (The CarCast)

Thu, 9 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Live from TYP's car on the Los Angeles freeway, it's Radio Free Nintendo!

E3 2011 - Day One (Wii U Hands-On Impressions)

Wed, 8 Jun 2011 00:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

We played Wii U!

E3 2011 - Day One (Nintendo Press Conference Impressions)

Tue, 7 Jun 2011 12:05:00 -0700

Featuring:

The E3 crew's first reaction to Wii U, new 3DS games, and more from Nintendo's big press conference!

E3 2011 - Day Zero (3DS eShop Special Report)

Tue, 7 Jun 2011 01:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

First impressions of the completed 3DS experience!

E3 2011 - Day Zero (EA Wrap-Up)

Mon, 6 Jun 2011 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny and Nathan in a food court, talking about the EA press conference!

Episode 246: Wherefore Art Thou, Lindeo

Sun, 5 Jun 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's the last RFN before E3 2011!
We answer a ton of your Listener Mail about the eShop, the role of hype, killer apps, and the Super Mario Bros. movie!
New Business features Dragon Quest VI, Bangaioh N64, and Bayonetta's weird posture!
PLUS: Is Miyamoto gaming's Shakespeare?!

Episode 245: Most Dishonorable

Sun, 29 May 2011 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Break out your screen dividers and sprint for the Farsight - it's time for part 1 of our Pefect Dark RetroActive!
The RFN crew faces extermination at the hands of DarkSims as we relive Rare's multiplayer masterpiece!
The 3DS strikes back in New Business with in-depth impressions of Dead or Alive Dimensions!
PLUS: E3 anticipation, quality vs. quantity, and the mystery of lengthy RPGs in your Listener Mail!

Episode 244: Party of Five

Sun, 22 May 2011 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

TYP joins us for our annual E3 preview feature!
How will the 3DS bounce back from its soft launch? What will Nintendo reveal about its new console?
When will Skyward Sword finally come out? We attempt to answer all these questions and more!
PLUS: New Business features Final Fantasy 6, Yoshi's Island, Ghost Recon 3DS, and Portal 2 co-op!

Episode 243: Talk Talk Talkpy

Sun, 15 May 2011 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is back and he still hasn't finished Chrono Trigger!
Also in New Business: Mortal Kombat, Ghost Recon 3DS, Valkyria Chronicles, and the next DS student seminar game!
Listener Mail re-evaluates Nintendo's online approach after the PSN crash, alternate branding for niche games, and the need for nunchuks!
PLUS: We announce the winner of our RetroActive poll!

Episode 242: One-Winged Migration

Sun, 8 May 2011 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Radio Trivia host Michael TYP Cole is our guest this week!
New Business features Conduit 2, Tiger 12, Bangai-O HD, and another chapter in Sonic's chequered past!
We answer your questions about Cafe pricing, GameCube must-haves, and the future of JRPGs on more powerful portables!
PLUS: Our favorite gaming podcasts revealed!

Episode 241: A Taste of Billy

Sun, 1 May 2011 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR founder Billy Berghammer drops in to talk 3DS and Project Cafe before heading to a Prince gig!
Also in New Business: Jonny unearths Mega Man Legends 2, Jon's Chrono Train goes off the rails, and James is humbled by Ikaruga!
Listener Mail covers more of your Project Cafe questions, such as how Nintendo characters will look in HD!
PLUS: Metal Slug, Fatal Frame, 3D photography, and multi-tasking!

RFN Special: Jonny's E3 2001 Audio Diaries

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Set the Wayback Machine to a decade ago with these long-lost recordings of Jonny's experiences at E3 2001!
Relive the unveiling of the GameCube from the perspective of a younger, less cynical, and more Southern-sounding Mr. Metts!
PLUS: Discover how Jonny and Lindy's bromance began through Pokemon Pinball!

Episode 240: They Call Him 'The Streak'

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business skips across time and space with Portal 2, Okamiden, Phantom Brave, and the next episode of Jon's Chrono Trigger adventure!
As the rumor mill churns on, we answer all your Project Cafe questions about 1080p output, touch screen controllers, and HD GameCube games!
PLUS: We name our favorite systems ever - listen to find out who picks the Virtual Boy!

Episode 239: The Black Wind Howls

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

As reports of the next Nintendo console flood in, the RFN crew fires the starting pistol on speculation season!
Also in New Business: The Q2 release schedule, Okamiden, Radiant Historia, and Jon vs. Magus!
We examine Goemon's first localized adventure in RetroActive #17: The Legend of the Mystical Ninja!
Rescuing princesses, fighting giant faces, betting on horses, playing Gradius - what's not to like about life in Ancient Japan?!

Episode 238: RFN Backstage Assault!

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's an impromptu retro lovefest on RFN this week as we rediscover Mega Man X and lament the lost games of our youth!
Also in New Business: After Burner Climax, Ridge Racer 3D, more Pokemon, and Fragile Dreams!
We answer more of your 3DS-related questions, this time covering software patches, wrestling games, and the return of fridge cleaning!
PLUS: Will Nintendo release anything for Wii in Q2 2011?!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 2 - SHAKE SHAKE

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Our earthquake day experiences
Danny updates us on Prof. Layton and talks bunny
Matt tells us of his SSF4 online experiences and the still 3DS-less James stays 2D with his first play of Ouendan 2
Japanese News includes delayed games, Nintendo HQ stories, awesome VC releases, Pacman and sales figures
Our first batch of reader mail gets answered; game stores, game bars, retro games, love hotels and crazy toilets!
PLUS: A chance to win an awesome No More Heroes 2 soundtrack!

Episode 237: Shiny New Toy

Sun, 3 Apr 2011 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

James gets in on the 3DS fun with impressions of Super Street Fighter IV, Pilotwings Resort, and Rayman 3D!
Also in New Business: Xenoblade in Europe, Mega Man X in Japan, and Beyond Good and Evil in HD!
We answer all your Listener Mail questions about Nintendo's new handheld, including the new backwards compatibility conundrum!
PLUS: Can we just get someone to say something positive about Nintendo?!

Episode 236: Trauma Hunter

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's 3DS launch day and Greg's got his hands on one along with Pilotwings Resort!
Also in New Business: Face Raiders, AR Games, Monster Hunter, wrestling, Trauma Team, and The Cornstalker!
Listener Mail re-examines Brawl as a game for kids, tomes of Nintendo history, and the big trends of this gaming generation!

Episode 235: Svevan

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew reunites after PAX East with a special guest - podcast co-founder Evan Burchfield!
The guys recount all their gaming adventures in Boston, featuring 3DS impressions, classic games, Kris Kross, and Jon's bronze medal!
Our regularly scheduled New Business includes Pokemon, A Link to the Past, Dead Space 2, and Evan's gaming re-education through Muscle March!
We answer your questions about panic buying Atlus games, impulse buying random games, the 3DS hardware, and good co-op titles for kids!

RFN Live Panel at PAX East 2011

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Hear the second annual RFN live panel at PAX East without setting foot near Massachusetts!
The RFN crew (plus special guests) debates what to expect from the next Nintendo console!
The GBA is nearly 10 years old - what are our favorite games and what do we want on the 3DS VC one day?!
PLUS: Audience questions and a live Radio Trivia contest courtesy of TYP!

RFN Presents: The Famicast 1 - 3DS GET!

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 06:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Join the NWR Japan correspondents in their first ever podcast dedicated to everything Japan!
JC, Matt, and Danny discuss the 3DS launch in-depth, including impressions of Professor Layton and Nintendogs + Cats!
Hear all the news from Japan about Pilotwings, the new Kirby for Wii, Pokemon Typing and Game Gear VC!
The team discusses their favorite Japan-only games, including The Last Story and Captain Rainbow!

Episode 234: Needs More D's

Sun, 6 Mar 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's the last RFN before PAX East and we've got 3DS launch impressions!
Matt Walker joins us from Japan to talk Street Pass, Street Fighter, and everything stereoscopic on Nintendo's new handheld!
New Business includes discussion of Bit.Trip Flux, portable shooters, Greg's import news, and the final verdict on Radiant Historia!
Listener Mail goes deep on Iwata's GDC 2011 Keynote, plus F-Zero, Zelda, and Chrono Cross!

Episode 233: Don't Try Too Hard

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon returns, and he's actually been playing games!
An extensive New Business segment features Radiant Historia, Faxanadu, Killzone 3, Soul Bubbles, and more!
As the 3DS launches in Japan, we answer your questions about the Nintendo eShop, file size limits, and eye strain!
PLUS: Find out why Jon thinks New Super Mario Bros. Wii is harder than Super Ghouls'n Ghosts!

Episode 232: The Opinion Leader

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 15:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Nathan Mustafa of the NWR Newscast is our guest this week!
Our Business is old and new all at once with Dragon Quest VI, Tactics Ogre, Alundra, and Viewtiful Joe!
We wrap-up our Ogre Battle 64 RetroActive feature!
Listener Mail examines the uncertain future and embarrassing past of Virtual Reality!

Episode 231: Lords of Lightning

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We try (and fail) to answer all your questions in a Listener Mail Lightning Round!
New Business kicks things off with HAWX 2, Mega Man ZX Advent, Killzone 3, and Cthulhu Saves the World!
Next, we discuss 25th anniversaries, Pilotwings, the future of Zelda, 3DS frame rates, Activision's follies and more, all at your behest!
PLUS: Jon summarizes the plot of Predator 2!

Episode 230: Amazing Discoveries!

Sun, 6 Feb 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny has extensive impressions of the new game from the makers of Henry Hatsworth, Monster Tale!
Also in New Business: Sonic strikes back and we explore the mystery of Inazuma Eleven's European launch!
RetroActive #16 begins as we discuss Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber!
An 80 hour quest, epic battles, vampires, werewolves, and casual swearing - does this N64 strategy classic have it all?!

Episode 229: Unicron-Approved

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Momentous events are afoot as Jon steps down as Decepticon Leader, uh I mean NWR Director!
We deal with the fallout by discussing Final Fantasy, Layton, Dead Space, and Transformers in New Business!
Sony's Next Generation Portable produces mixed reactions in segment two!
Listener Mail ponders why Nintendo games get snubbed at awards time!

Episode 228: In for a Penny

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

We react to the 3DS price and launch date announcements!
Will we be picking one up on launch day? Is it too expensive? Listen to find out!
New Business features Ghost Trick, 999, and Jonny's indifferent attitude to final bosses!
Listener Mail opens up old wounds with a look at the bad games of our youth, plus Avatar and Mass Effect!

Episode 227: National Pastime

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business goes stereoscopic as we talk all about 3DS!
James Charlton shares his impressions from the Nintendo World event in Japan, featuring Resident Evil and Kid Icarus!
In Listener Mail, we catch up on several of your questions on horror in games, Retro's next project, and why Brits pay more!
Plus: Some less-than-warm words for Sonic the Hedgehog!

Episode 226: In the Flesh?

Sun, 9 Jan 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Bromance blossoms as Jonny and Lindy get together!
New Business is all over the place with impressions of Ghost Trick, PlayStation Move, and Journey to Silius!
We're back in the prognostication business with our 2011 predictions on Zelda, 3DS, and the next Nintendo console!
Plus: Our most anticipated games for the coming year, and a look back at how our picks for 2010 panned out!

Episode 225: Start Spreadin' the News

Sun, 2 Jan 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Get the year started in style with the first RFN of 2011!
New Year, New Business: VVVVVV, DKC3, Touch Detective, and possibly the "broiest" game ever!
Listener Mail takes on your hot topics, including high profile WiiWare defections and the 3DS region lock out!

Episode 224: Boxing Day

Sun, 26 Dec 2010 09:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The whole RFN crew reunites for the last show of 2010!
New Business revisits Sin and Punishment 2 and Boom Blox Bash Party, plus there's impressions of NFS Hot Pursuit and Pac-Man CE DX!
We say sayonara to Shibuya as The World Ends with You RetroActive comes to a close!

Episode 223: This Story is Happy End

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Nathan Mustafa and Karl Castaneda join the crew to fill out the Wii Report Card!
We grade the Wii for 2010 and for its entire life to date!
Expect drunken Pictionary, medieval Punch-Out!! and the conquest of Ghosts'n Goblins in New Business!
Plus: What does the post-3DS future hold for DS, and what is "The Metts Condition?"!

Episode 222: Faux Badassery

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's back to business as usual for RFN after the live extravaganza!
New Business overflows with impressions of Golden Sun, DKC Returns, Gran Turismo 5, and Fluidity!
We answer your questions on M-rated games and the chances of Dragon Quest X jumping to 3DS in Listener Mail!
Plus: How to avoid becoming Jon Lindemann!

RFN Doin' It Live... For the Kids! Part 3

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

This is the final segment of our charity telethon, with more great content and even more listener interaction!
The fifth hour is an overview/guide to recent and classic releases for WiiWare, DSiWare, and Virtual Console. Neal, Zach, Andy, and Jonny cover numerous games and also discuss the services themselves.
The sixth (and a half) hour includes our Game(s) of the Year feature for both Wii and DS! James finally makes his appearance on the air, and Billy returns along with Greg, Zach, and Jonny as we try to cover as many great contenders as possible in one hour! The last 30 minutes or so includes a final salvo of Listener Call-ins and a multitude of thanks and acknowledgements for those who helped make this event so successful!

RFN Doin' It Live... For the Kids! Part 2

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

This is the middle segment of our charity telethon, with more great content and even more listener interaction!
The third hour is a live version of Radio Trivia, hosted by Michael "TYP" Cole, with Jon Lindemann and Aaron Kaluszka! Hear a parade of listeners call in to guess the game based on its music!
The fourth hour is our chat with Craig Harris, who covered Nintendo at IGN for over a decade! Hear Craig's thoughts on holiday games, Nintendo as a company, the SNES 20th anniversary, Wii HD, 3DS, and several amusing stories from his time at IGN!

RFN Doin' It Live... For the Kids! Part 1

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Here's the first part of the recording of our big live broadcast for charity! Experience all the wacky moments and pure awkwardness of a live show, including Listener Call-Ins!
The first hour is New Business, with an intro from Jeff Kalles (Penny Arcade) and game impressions from Billy Berghammer, Jon, Greg, and Jonny!
The second hour includes our retrospective on the 20th anniversary of the Super Famicom / Super NES launch, with memories from Mike "StrikerObi" Sklens, Michael "TYP" Cole, Greg, and Jonny!

Episode 221: Prelude to Epicness

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 08:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's Thanksgiving weekend and the RFN crew is preparing for the big live show on Dec 4th!
We preview RFN: Doin' It Live... For the Kids! - get ready for special guests, listener call-ins, GOTY debate, and SNES reminiscence!
RetroActive #15: The World Ends with You gets underway with our impressions and your forum comments!

Episode 220: Not That Kind of Doctor

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny makes his triumphant return as Dr. Metts!
Pay attention 007: New Business features impressions of Goldeneye for Wii, plus Sonic Colors, Costume Quest, and the horror of Cho Aniki cosplay!
Listener Mail looks at the localization odds for DQVI and other JRPGs, the necessity (or not) of sequels, and the fate of FPS on Wii!
Plus: An update on RFN: Doin' It Live... for the Kids!

Episode 219: The Happiest Podcast on Earth

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Michael "TYP" Cole takes us on an aural VIP tour of Disneyland!
New Business gets Epic with impressions of Mickey Mouse's heroic return on Wii, and we close the book on Kirby!
We dig deep into the mailbag to answer a super-sized bunch of your questions about Club Nintendo, Video Games Live, remakes, and more!
Plus: Why do some gamers fall out of love with Nintendo?!

Episode 218: Killed in the Restroom, Again

Sun, 7 Nov 2010 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We celebrate the release of Goldeneye for Wii with a look back at the N64 classic!
Nathan Mustafa of the NWR Newscast joins the show to hear three older guys wax lyrical about blowing up their school friends with proximity mines!
The crew finds time for the games of the present in New Business, including Sonic Colors and Fallout New Vegas, plus more Kirby and Super Meat Boy!
Listener Mail ponders the appeal of The Sims and addresses your frustration at the lack of CC support for DKCR!

Episode 217: Pargon Lindy Tier Aretak Pargon

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon Lindemann is finally back!
New Business celebrates Jon's return before discussing Bit.Trip Fate, Sengoku Basara, and a Halloween trip to Castlevania!
Jon is forced to read all your Listener Mail questions on retailers, magazines, regional inequities, and Skyward Sword!
Stay tuned until the end for a very special announcement!

Episode 216: Made from Real Explosions

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Our special guest is revealed: Nathan Fouts of Mommy's Best Games!
We ask Nathan about his 2D inspirations, the pros and cons of digital platforms, and his upcoming title Grapple Buggy!
New Business is also filled with 2D goodness courtesy of Kirby's Epic Yarn, Drill Dozer, and Super Meat Boy, plus a dream comes true for James!
Listener Mail revisits the highly quotable storytelling of Star Fox 64!

Episode 215: Fruitasaurus Rex

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 09:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Michael "TYP" Cole joins us to discuss juicy fruit, denim skies, and dinosaur choirs in RetroActive #14: Yoshi's Story!
We've got plenty of New Business to cover too, including: Sonic 4, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, Comic Jumper, and more FF 4 Heroes of Light!
Next week: Brace yourself for the return of Jon Lindemann and/or our special guest!

Episode 214: Something-a-Trois

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew takes a trip to the haberdasher in New Business with Professor Layton, Faxanadu, and FF 4 Heroes of Light!
Karl Castaneda interviews Activision's Doug Grutzmacher about DJ Hero 2!
Listener Mail features extensive responses to your questions on the Classic Controller, using GameFAQs, and Kirby recommendations!
Plus: What Nintendo can learn from the West, even more thoughts on Wii's successor, and the exclusive sexiness of RFN on Facebook!

Episode 213: To Upgrade, or Not To Upgrade?

Sun, 3 Oct 2010 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

TYP joins the crew to discuss the 3DS news avalanche!
We react to all the info on 3DS release dates, pricing, hardware features, and game announcements!
New Business features Dark Void Zero, Sid Meier's Pirates, and a double dose of Treasure!
Listener Mail ponders whether Nintendo is having an arrogance relapse!

Episode 212: The Mice Will Play

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We discuss the 3DS tech specs and our expectations for the big press conference in Japan next week!
In New Business: James continues his Banjo playing, Jonny dons his Spider-Man costume, and Greg has a special announcement!
We also answer your questions on Western gaming trends, the prospects for Wii software in 2011, and how to spot Jon in the wild!

Episode 211: It's the Fall Y'all

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We preview the fall 2010 line-up by discussing our most anticipated games!
New Business is back and full to the brim, including Banjo-Tooie, Okamiden, Halo Reach, and even a WiiWare demo!
Listener Mail goes deep on the subject of Japan's fixation with portables and its wider impact on the industry!

Episode 210: An Unhealthy Obsession

Sun, 12 Sep 2010 06:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's all Metroid, all the time in this special Other M blowout episode!
Zach Miller of the NWR Newscast joins us to close the book on Samus' newest adventure and determine where she should go next!
Spoiler warning: Rejoin the discussion at 51:38 to avoid all gameplay and story spoilers!

Episode 209: Dubious Magnanimity

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Metroid: Other M is here and we've got extensive impressions!
But wait, there's more in New Business: And Yet It Moves, Tales of Innocence, Prince of Persia, and Enjoy Your Massage!
The DSi price drops prompt a quick feature discussion on the effects of pricing!
Listener Mail considers rooting for Kinect and Move to fail, and which games' graphics stand the test of time!

Episode 208: Basic Hearing Ability is Required

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Virtual Console strikes back in New Business, with MUSHA, Ninja Gaiden, and Ufouria!
Lara Croft and Monday Night Combat see out the Summer of Arcade in style!
Listener Mail covers the VC's struggles, bringing back old franchises, baseball, and bizarre box art!

Episode 207: Gotcha Mass x Gotcha Acceleration

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business goes portable with giant robots, mad monkeys, affordable sackboys, and Jonny's full verdict on DQIX!
We take on another big bunch of your questions about 3DS features, GoldenEye, special editions, and the importance of closure!
Plus: we answer a bunch of questions you haven't asked us, such as - are there too many games now?!

Episode 206: Ambidextrosity

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 15:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

James and Jonny double team Red Steel 2!
Also in New Business: Hydro Thunder Hurricane, Galaxy 2, and another shooter from the makers of Cho Aniki!
It's a Listener Mail blowout as we catch up on your letters!
We discuss Miyamoto's new character, the 3DS stylus, Sega CD, southpaw gamers, James' rage and more!

Episode 205: Asymmetry

Sun, 8 Aug 2010 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Our Mother 3 RetroActive feature concludes!
Neal Ronaghan joins us to discuss cash-dispensing frogs, PSI powers, and uncontrollable grief in the Japan-only sequel to Earthbound!
New Business features DKC Returns, Rabbids Go Home, and the Gamestop Dragon Quest IX promo event!
Plus: Jon embarks on a quest to get his wife into Wii!

Episode 204: James and the Giant Pitch

Sun, 1 Aug 2010 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Greg goes hands-on with 3DS in London!
Also in New Business: Kirby's Epic Yarn, Metroid: Other M, Starcraft 2, and BIT.TRIP RUNNER!
We answer your questions about Netflix on Wii, obscure side-scrollers, and getting into F-Zero and Pikmin!
Plus: it's 3DS vs. iPhone as we weigh up the significance of Apple in the portable gaming market!

Episode 203: Third Nipple

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny returns from Spain!
New Business is loaded with RPGs and side-scrollers, including DQIX, Tales of Vesperia, Mario, and Castlevania!
RetroActive #13 begins with our first impressions of Mother 3!
Listener Mail features portable recommendations, Rock Band's new direction, and the mystery of Nintendo's next console!

Episode 202: Cruelcumber Sandwich

Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Neal Ronaghan of the NWR Newscast joins us this week!
Dragon Quest IX dominates New Business, which also features Jam With The Band, Monster Hunter, and Cho Aniki!
Listener Mail searches for Nintendo's elusive place in the dubious casual-hardcore divide!
Also: Wild 3DS speculation and more of your favorite DS memories!

Episode 201: Refractory Period

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN begins the long march to No. 300!
New Business covers Trauma Team, Sin and Punishment 2, Endless Ocean: Blue World, and Joe Danger!
We discuss sports games and your cherished DS memories in Listener Mail!
The winners of the Drunkcast Debacle contest and the RetroActive poll are revealed!

Episode 200: Up Where We Belong

Sun, 4 Jul 2010 17:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Join us for a look back at the remarkable story of Nintendo DS to celebrate our bicentennial episode!
Follow the DS's journey from an uncertain beginning to becoming the most successful Nintendo platform in history!
We trade our personal DS stories and discuss how it has changed the gaming industry forever!
Our New Business is portable-centric as well, with impressions of Puzzle Quest 2, X-Scape, and Jam With The Band!

Episode 199: Have It Your Way

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN team reunites to discuss all the fallout from E3 2010!
New Business focuses on Super Mario Galaxy 2 and the potential of 3DS!
Listener Mail covers all your E3 questions and even more topics, including 3DS, Pikmin, GoldenEye, and the motion control war!
Gear up for RFN 200 by sending us in your DS (or Drunkcast) stories for our special restrospective feature next week!

Reset Button 3: Big Sky Trooper

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Karl talks to Hal Barwood about his space-faring SNES game, Big Sky Trooper!

E3 2010 Special: Games of the Show

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

We wrap up E3 by covering the Wii and DS nominees for Game of the Show!
More talking about Zelda, Kirby, Donkey Kong, Goldeneye, Ghost Trick, Epic Mickey, and... Tron!?!
Exhausted NWR staffers are even more exhausted than before!

E3 2010 Special: Third-Parties Do Exist

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 02:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We went to a lot of third-party appointments on the second day of E3!
Hands-on impressions of Rock Band 3, Conduit 2, Goldeneye 007, Ghost Trick, and more!
Exhausted NWR staffers!

E3 2010 Special: Day of Nintendo

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

A large portion of what you need to know from the Nintendo press conference!
Hands-on impressions of Zelda, 3DS, and more!
Exhausted NWR staffers!

E3 2010 Special: Day 0

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 08:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

James leads a run-down of the first day's press conferences!
Hear about corporate celebrations from Microsoft, EA, Ubisoft, and Activision!
Pole dancing at 20 feet in the air!

Episode 198: A Looker Aheader

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Billy Berghammer returns to the show, newly crowned as the king of EGM!
Also in New Business: Tiger 11, MGS Peace Walker, Mega Man Zero Collection, and Penta Tentacles!
E3 Predictions, Part Deux focuses on Wii, with a look at the upcoming motion-control battle royale!
James and Greg tag-team all over your pre-E3 questions, predictions, and wishes!

Tommy Tallarico Interview

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny talks to the legendary game composer about Video Games Live!
Hear the true story behind Tallarico's work on Metroid Prime!
Tommy also shares a Miyamoto story and explains why Nintendo's games are so polished!

Episode 197: Temporarily Unprophetic

Sun, 6 Jun 2010 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is finally back and he's...doing something with Super Mario Galaxy 2!
Also in New Business: Ghost Trick, Disgaea DS, and Ratchet + Clank!
We catch up on your Listener Mail questions on Castlevania, Nintendo Presidents, and turning back the clock on the entire games industry!
Worst Now Playing...EVER!

Episode 196: A Look Ahead

Sun, 30 May 2010 17:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Andy joins us from the NWR Newscast team for Part I of our E3 2010 Preview!
We take a long look at what Nintendo will show for its portables, including the grand unveiling of 3DS!
Hope springs eternal as we make our picks for first party software announcements!
There's also a ton of New Business this week, including more Galaxy 2, Trauma Team, BIT.TRIP RUNNER, and Jonny bagging on PS3 exclusives!

Episode 195: Galaxative

Sun, 23 May 2010 14:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Blast Off! It's Party Time! Super Mario Galaxy 2 is here and James has the low-down on his full review!
Also in New Business: FFXIII, Heavy Rain, more 3D Dot Game Heroes, and TYP dropping hip hop knowledge?!
We debate gimmicks vs. features and the merits of voice acting for Zelda in response to your Listener Mail!

Reset Button 2: The Lion King

Sat, 22 May 2010 00:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Karl talks to the man behind The Lion King for the SNES, Louis Castle!

Episode 194: The Greatest Story Ever Tolled

Sun, 16 May 2010 16:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Special guest and old friend Karl Castaneda joins us for a five man show!
New Business features Fragile Dreams, 3D Dot Game Heroes, Assassin's Creed II, and Michael Jackson?!
Listener Mail is back big time, with questions on Wii 2D side-scrollers, storytelling in games, and portable Smash Bros!
Find out if the dark secrets of PAX East will finally be revealed!

Episode 193: Jabberwocky Jellyfish Genocide!

Sun, 9 May 2010 16:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is back and he's been Monster Hunting!
Also in New Business: Picross 3D, Sin and Punishment 2, Might and Magic, and ATV Quad Kings?!
It's time for RetroActive #12 - Metroid II: Return of Samus!
We share our experiences of wiping out the Metroids one by one with special guest Zach Miller!

Episode 192: British Invasion

Sun, 2 May 2010 18:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Normal service resumes for RFN, but with a special guest - NWR's British Japan Correspondent, James Charlton!
We catch up on our New Business, including Sakura Wars, Red Steel 2, NyxQuest, and Bioshock 2!
Portable gaming dominates Listener Mail as we answer your questions on transferring DSiWare to 3DS, DS-Wii connectivity, and major titles switching to handhelds!
PLUS: Learn more about the personal lives of Link and the RFN crew!

Reset Button 1: Silver Surfer

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

An interview with Graeme Devine, industry vet and design lead on Silver Surfer!

Episode 191: Strange Days Indeed

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

This especially chunky episode of RFN kicks off with Final Fight: Double Impact, Cave Story, SMT: Strange Journey, and Darksiders in New Business!
The winner of the Game Boy Edition RetroActive poll is revealed!
Listener Mail includes the biggest response ever as we run down what all of Nintendo's developers are working on!
We also answer your questions about exercise games, Other M's difficulty, and a possible return for FMV games!

Episode 190: Pokebuskers

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN goes off-topic more than usual!
Pokemon looms large with impressions of SoulSilver and much pondering of the franchise's future!
New Business meanders between Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening, No More Heroes 2, Ghostbusters Wii, and Weapon of Choice!
A hefty dose of Listener Mail delivers debate on Virtual Console and Wii games without motion controls, plus our brushes with gaming celebrities!

Episode 189: Our Triumphant Return

Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew reunites (thousands of miles apart) after PAX East!
Our diverse New Business covers Infinite Space, Silent Hill, FF13, WarioWare DIY Showcase, and Cho Aniki Zero!
We close the book on PAX East 2010 with stories from the last day and some final thoughts!
Hear us relentlessly speculate on Nintendo 3DS in response to your Listener Mail!

PAX East: Radio Free MTG (Bonus Episode)

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 16:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny teaches Karl, Lindy, and Obi to play Magic: The Gathering!
Other NWR staffers enter half-way through to laugh at us!

PAX East: Drunkcast

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Listen to NWR staffers get totally wasted over nearly two hours of drinking!
Between bawdy jokes and trolling ourselves, there is actual content including discussion of PAX East Day 2 and a survey of New Business, with Cave Story, No More Heroes 2, and much more!

PAX East Panel - RFN: A Live Nintendo Podcast for Grown-Ups

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny, James, Lindy, Karl, and Obi sit together for our first-ever live podcast, recorded at PAX East 2010!
Feature Discussion: What makes a Nintendo game?
Half an hour of live Q&A from our awesome audience members!

PAX East: Sleepcast

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 11:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Sleepy members of the NWR staff discuss the first day of PAX East, the RFN Live panel, Steel Battalion, Magic: The Gathering, and more!

Episode 188: Rondo of Games

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 15:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's the last RFN before the live show at PAX East!
New Business runs the gaming gamut with Monster Hunter Tri, God of War III, Dracula X, and the return of the Satellaview!
Your Listener Mail includes a shout-out for The Lost Vikings, our picks for family co-op experiences, plus musings on Dragon Quest X and why people sometimes hate good games!

Episode 187: Mario Must Die

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Bloodlust overwhelms RFN!
RPGs dominate New Business with Shiren the Wanderer and Mass Effect 2, but there's also impressions of Picross 3D and more Disaster!
The knives are out for a special feature: the things in gaming that need to die!
Listener Mail takes on a sepia tone thanks to your nostalgic questions!

Episode 186: Emotionally Yours

Sun, 7 Mar 2010 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RFN crew discovers its tender side!
New Business goes old school with Raiden IV, Dragon Age Origins, Bionic Commando, and more Mega Man 10!
Your Listener Mail questions focus on Wii Music, VC Arcade, the DSi XL, and games that make us feel something!

Episode 185: Yea Us!

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We react to all the announcements at Nintendo's Q1 Media Summit!
New Business is bursting at the seams with games, including Mega Man 10, No More Heroes 2, Muramasa, and Disaster: Day of Crisis!
The winner of the Game of the Decade poll is revealed!
Listener Mail is back with your messages about Metroid Fusion, one-handed RPGs, and effusive praise for RFN!

Episode 184: In Memory of Geno

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Michael "TYP" Cole joins us for the long-awaited return of RetroActive!
New Business features Miles Edgeworth, Heavy Rain, plus Jonny and TYP's long weekend of gaming!
A brief Listener Mail segment includes a shout-out for Ninja Five-O!
We go in-depth about magic puppets, cloud-frogs, Bowser and Booster in RetroActive #11: Super Mario RPG!

Episode 183: Debate of the Decade

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 18:10:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN's Games of the Decade feature concludes in extensive fashion!
Shoot'em ups dominate New Business with Big Bang Mini, Blaster Master Overdrive, and Genetos!
The NWR staff brings us the last round of GotD nominees, and we take on the arduous task of deciding the final shortlist!
Listen as we argue to a standstill about 10 years of great games, and watch out for the shock "twist" ending!

Episode 182: Everyone's Podcast Selection

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon discovers a treasure trove of games "live on air"!
Jonny preaches non-violence in Tatsunoko vs. Capcom!
Games of the Decade focuses on Perfect Dark!
Your Listener Mail covers Metroid Other M, Player's Choice series, and the struggles of Mature games!

Episode 181: March of the Muscles

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's finally here: RFN sets out on a Muscle March!
New Business features Glory of Heracles and Silent Hill Shattered Memories!
A quartet of portable games take the stage for this week's Games of the Decade!
Listener Mail addresses MotionPlus remakes, games criticism, and the future of immersion!

Episode 180: Your Mom is Art

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:40:00 -0700

Featuring:

We share some exciting news as RFN is bound for PAX East in March!
Dark Void Zero, DS Demos, and Dead Space Extraction headline New Business!
Our Games of the Decade feature continues with four more contenders for your consideration!
We plunge headlong into the rabbit hole that is the "games as art" debate in Listener Mail!

Episode 179: Her Majesty, Unicron

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Join us as we begin a special feature: RFN's Games of the Decade!
New Business is packed with discussion of Chronos Twins DX, Batman Arkham Asylum, and more on Crystal Bearers!
Listener Mail ponders why we keep gaming later in life, and we weigh the prospects for Dynamic Slash coming to the West!

Episode 178: On the Table

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 20:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The whole crew's back together to look toward the year ahead!
Our extensive New Business includes impressions of FFCC The Crystal Bearers, Avatar for Wii, Castlevania The Adventure ReBirth, and Target Terror!
In part 2 we predict what will happen in Nintendo gaming during 2010!
Zelda's release date, the next DS, Wii HD, Retro Studios' new project--hear us be totally wrong about these and other topics!

Episode 177: Eminence Front

Sun, 3 Jan 2010 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny and Lindy are back to kick-off a new decade of RFN!
NWR Newscast host Andy Goergen joins us with more on his journey through the Zelda series!
New Business also features A Boy and His Blob, Modern Warfare 2, and Space Manbow!
Listener Mail returns with your questions about unwanted gifts, social networking in games, and the achievements debate!

Episode 176: Auld Lang Syne

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 16:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Michael "TYP" Cole joins us to bid farewell to 2009!
We evaluate the Wii generation so far with a special look back at the past three years!
The last New Business of the decade is full of nostalgia thanks to Game Center CX 2 and Lufia II!
Plus: more impressions of Sin and Punishment 2 and The Sky Crawlers!

Episode 175: Blaster Masters

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Get in the festive spirit with a "holidayrific" episode of RFN!
New Business features Blaster Master, The Sky Crawlers, and more on Spirit Tracks!
We catch up on your Listener Mail regarding the death of the split-screen FPS and our faltering gaming skills!

Episode 174: The Legend of Cory

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

The whole RFN team is finally reunited, plus another special guest!
Cory Lewis takes us on his unique journey through the games industry, from IGN64 to Nintendo PR and Pandemic Studios!
New Business is stacked with games, including Spirit Tracks, Excitebike World Rally, Band Hero, and PixelJunk Shooter!

Episode 173: Pokemon Uranium

Sun, 6 Dec 2009 16:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Special guest Chris Kohler joins us to promote Umloud! A Rock Band Night for Child's Play Charity!
The RFN crew also picks Chris' brain on retro game collecting in a feature discussion!
Listener Mail focuses on the future of Pokemon and Nintendo hardware!
Also: Worst New Business...EVER?!

Episode 172: Turkey Kick

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN celebrates Thanksgiving with the return of Jonathan Metts!
Gather around to hear tales of Torchlight, Bit.Trip Void, FFCC: My Life as a Darklord, and Mischief Makers!
Discover how James "bonds" with his family through the magic of New Super Mario Bros. Wii!
We take on more of your Listener Mail about soundtracks, bridge games, Earthbound, and Nintendo's mistakes!

Episode 171: The Ecstasy of Headgold

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Super Mario Bros. Wii is here and Neal Ronaghan joins us to celebrate!
New Business also features impressions of Sin and Punishment 2 and Tony Hawk Ride!
Listener Mail looks at the curious case of Modern Warfare on Wii, plus more bad games!
We wrap-up the Shining Force II RetroActive with more of your forum comments!

Episode 170: Three Way

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

James Jones returns with more rants for the ages!
Hideo Kojima and C.O.P. The Recruit dominate New Business by subverting the English language!
No-one's been playing Modern Warfare 2!
We catch-up with your Listener Mail on topics such as the DSi XL, the chances for a Nintendo MMO, and games so bad, they're good!

Episode 169: Choco-licious

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon Lindemann is back and on a mission to BLOW YOUR EARS OFF!
New Business includes impressions of DJ Hero, Boom Blox Bash Party, and Doc Louis' Punch-Out!!
RetroActive #10: Shining Force II gets underway!
Andy Goergen joins us to discuss the ins and outs of the classic strategy RPG with the help of your forum comments!

Episode 168: NWR All Star! Dairanto Podcast Brothers X

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 17:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Guests from all three of NWR's podcasts unite!
TYP, Zach, and Andy join us to discuss Brutal Legend, Metroid Prime Trilogy, and a playthrough of the whole Zelda series in New Business!
We also have impressions of Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth for WiiWare!
Listener Mail focuses on whether third parties resent Nintendo's success, and CHO ANIKI!

Episode 167: Return of the King

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:50:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR founder Billy Berghammer is back on RFN!
We take on the subject of Difficulty in Gaming for a special feature!
New Business includes Halo ODST, LostWinds 2, and Kirby Super Star!
In Listener Mail, we respond to your questions on our expectations for Spirit Tracks and the existence of bias against Wii games!

Episode 166: James Unbound

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN once again tries and fails to be concise!
New Business focuses on Mario + Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story and Uncharted 2, plus--by popular demand--the return of GRAW 2!
Your Listener Mail ponders the effect of the used games market, support for the classic Controller, and the RFN crew's personalities!

Episode 165: Spectral Dog-Walker

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN co-founder Mike Sklens returns to help us wrap-up the Geist RetroActive Special!
Our New Business includes Wii Fit Plus, Space Invaders Extreme 2, Spyborgs, and Guitar Hero Van Halen!
We answer your Listener Mail questions on price gouging, Nintendo's complacency, and Japanese third parties!

Episode 164: I Dream of Biggie

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 12:25:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR Japan Correspondent Matt Walker joins us to talk about TGS 2009!
Hear Matt's impressions of Okamiden, Ghost Trick, Red Steel 2, and more!
New Business features Guitar Hero 5, You, Me, and the Cubes, and the return of Excitebots!
Listener Mail delves into RFN's subconscious as we look at the Wii price cut as well as our own dreams!

Episode 163: Haunted Dog Food

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

The RetroActive Geist Special begins with our interview of Producer Jeff Kalles!
Jeff shares his inside perspective on Geist's development, plus his current role with Penny Arcade!
There's still time for New Business, featuring Layton 2, Flower, and the return of the Japanese Virtual Console!
Hear more game shout-outs and our take on the Resident Evil vs Dead Space on-rails debate in Listener Mail!

Episode 162: The Alien is You

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN is back and fit to burst with New Business--we've been playing Muramasa, Scribblenauts, The Beatles Rock Band and much more!
Hear our take on stories such as Okamiden, LostWinds 2, and Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth in a rare News catch-up segment!
Listener Mail features discussions on art direction, Middle Earth, and the GameCube keyboard?!
Geist will be our RetroActive Special feature title next week, including an interview with producer Jeff Kalles!

Episode 161: Words of Wisdom

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 16:35:00 -0700

Featuring:

We preview our most anticipated Wii and DS games of the fall in a special feature!
The crew struggles to stay on topic in New Business, as Phantasy Star and HotD Overkill go up against Erin Andrews and Ivan Drago!
It's Listener Mail time again as we get to your questions about motion sickness, Nintendo's next move, and the first of your game shout-outs!

Episode 160: The Bear Jones

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 16:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business includes impressions of Metroid Prime Trilogy and Fossil Fighters, plus a fateful purchase by Greg!
We catch-up with your Listener Mail in a special bumper segment!
Hear our answers on all this and more: Muramasa, Mario and Sonic, Project Sora, the next Zelda, and Mad Dog McCree?!

Episode 159: A Whale is Not a Zebra

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 16:45:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon returns to the RFN fold with impressions of Monster Hunter and Flipnote Studio!
Also in New Business: Shadow Complex, New Play Control Chibi-Robo, and incredibly slow mechs!
We close out the Super Mario World RetroActive with Jon's thoughts, more forum comments, and a look to the future for Mario and Yoshi!

Episode 158: Spin Jump Apologist

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Michael "TYP" Cole joins us to discuss Yoshi, feathers, and secret exits in RetroActive #8: Super Mario World!
New Business includes impressions of NyxQuest and Classic Controller PRO, plus more on James' quest for world domination in Little King's Story!
We imagine life after Miyamoto in Listener Mail!

Episode 157: Little Blob Mountain

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 15:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR's top newsman, Neal Ronaghan, joins us with impressions of Cursed Mountain and A Boy and His Blob!
Our 5-way New Business includes: Little King's Story, Art Style precipice, Fable II, and TMNT Reshelled!
We ponder the troubles of Sonic the Hedgehog and the WiiWare file size limit in Listener Mail!

Episode 156: Through an Emulator Darkly

Sun, 2 Aug 2009 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Wii Sports Resort dominates New Business as James takes to the skies over Wuhu Island!
Also: check out our thoughts on Resistance Retribution, Klonoa, and Ripening Tingle's Balloon Trip of Love?!
We assess The State of Virtual Console in a special feature!
Listener Mail sparks a spirited debate on what is fair game for reviewers!

RFN Reunion Extravaganza Thing

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Karl, Mike, Stan, and Evan -- Together for the first time!
RFN Trivia: Lightning Round!
The Passion of Tim Rogers!

Episode 155: Power Forward

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny's back and ready to blow playing Bangai-O Spirits and 'Splosion Man!
Also in New Business: Greg checks into Wii Sports Resort, Jon is chronologically confused, and James is still angry!
We weigh up our enthusiasm for Super Mario Galaxy 2 and examine the state of current generation gaming in Listener Mail!

Episode 154: Audio Slow Motion

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Our new Japan Correspondent Matt Walker joins us with tales of Wii Sports Resort and the launch of Dragon Quest IX!
Also in New Business: James and Jon strategize in Front Mission and Fire Emblem, and Greg taps along to Ouendan 2!
RetroActive #7: Ninja Spirit goes out on a bloodcurdling digitized howl!
We ponder the future of Mario Party, Wii Speak, and all things retro in Listener Mail!

Episode 153: Wolf Mother

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business is packed with games, including Bit. Trip Core, Gradius Rebirth, FFIV After Years, and Let's Tap!
RetroActive #7: Ninja Spirit stealthily gets underway!
We answer your questions on Final Fantasy, Metroid: Other M, and Wii MotionPlus in Listener Mail!

Episode 152: Rain Forest Velocity

Sun, 5 Jul 2009 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN co-founder Mike Sklens is back after more than a year away!
The rest of the crew has more on The Conduit, plus impressions of Swords and Soldiers and Tiger Woods 10!
In a rare "news" segment, we discuss Metroid Prime Trilogy, Final Fantasy Gaiden for DS, "mature" Wii software, and Grease?!

Episode 151: It's the Podcast, People!

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 12:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon has extensive impressions of The Conduit ahead of his full review!
Also in New Business: Gradius V, Planet Puzzle League, and Super Mario Kart!
We catch up on your questions about Wii accessories and Let's Tap in Listener Mail!

Episode 150: Memory Unbound

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

RFN hits the big 150! Our old friend Karl Castaneda joins us to celebrate!
Jonny's back too with a ton of New Business, including FFIV: The After Years and Deadly Creatures!
Greg goes hands-on with Nintendo's E3 demos from the comfort of a London hotel!
Listen as we journey back through RFN history with classic clips and personal favs!

Episode 149: In Search of Salmon Arm

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:40:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is back from his honeymoon! TYP is back from Japan/E3!
The crew catches up with tales of Punch-Out!!, Phoenix Wright, and Captain Rainbow!
We answer your questions on Metroid: Other M, Project Natal, The Conduit, and New Super Mario Bros. Wii!
The Zelda II RetroActive goes out with a bang!

RFN E3 09 Special: Day 3

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 11:05:00 -0700

Featuring:

The last day of E3!

RFN E3 09 Special: Day 2

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 11:05:00 -0700

Featuring:

Third-party games!

RFN E3 09 Special: Day 1

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 11:05:00 -0700

Featuring:

Nintendo Press Conference!
All first-party games!

RFN E3 09 Special: Day 0

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 03:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

The NWR team is in LA preparing for the big show!

Episode 148: Downthrustin'

Sun, 31 May 2009 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's the last RFN before E3!
We've got a lot of New Business, including Majora's Mask, Bubble Bobble Plus, and Punch-Out!!
RetroActive #6 - Zelda II: The Adventure of Link begins!
We catch up with your Listener Mail questions on Lost Winds, episodic games, and Retro Studios rumors!

Episode 147: Dick Van Dyke Hero

Sun, 24 May 2009 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

We preview E3 2009!
Hear our expectations, predictions, and wild speculation!
Which Nintendo franchises will return? What will third parties do?
Who will "win" the show, and will Jonny and James even survive it?

Episode 146: WiiWare Short Shorts

Sun, 17 May 2009 11:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's WiiWare's first anniversary, so we look back at the past year and pick our favorites!
Our New Business includes Rhythm Heaven, Dead Space, Contra ReBirth and more!
The April NPDs are out and we provide instant analysis!
The choice is made for RetroActive Game #6!

Episode 145: Tito, Use the Dagger!

Sun, 10 May 2009 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny is back, and he has lots to say about: Excitebots, Gears 2, deBlob and RetroActive reprisals!
The rest of us talk about Legacy of Ys, 3D Picross and seductive turnips!
It's a listener mail blowout! We answer questions on Hatsworth, the DSi, Silent Hill, Zelda and Red Steel 2!

Episode 144: The Punishment is Death

Sun, 3 May 2009 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Neal Ronaghan is here with hands-on impressions of Tiger Woods 10, Grand Slam Tennis, and Wii MotionPlus!
New Business is packed with talk of Little King's Story, DSiWare, Chinatown Wars, and Kelly McGillis!
Listener Mail: Cheat codes of the past and the WiiWare games that were too big for the fridge!
RetroActive #5: Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts will make you tear your hair out!

Episode 143: Standard Deviation

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Nick DiMola joins us with impressions of Excitebots!
We question the existence of Billy Mitchell in Listener Mail!
Catch-up on the news with our look at the March NPDs, the Wii Sports Resort launch announcement and more!
We speculate baselessly on future announcements more than usual!

Episode 142: Cue the Somber Music

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 14:40:00 -0700

Featuring:

It's Super Metroid's 15th Anniversary!
We trace its history from cult hit to revered classic!
Share our experiences of the dark caverns of Zebes!
Explore its legacy and impact on gaming!

Episode 141: Lindy Won't Fit!

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Space Invaders Extreme 2, DQV nuptials, and the Return of the Virtual Boy!
The conclusion of the Secret of Mana RetroActive!
Listener Mail: SD card performance and the Best (worst) of British!

Episode 140: You Got a Podcast Orb

Sun, 5 Apr 2009 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Majora's Mask, Goemon, theme parks, stereotypes and more in New Business!
RetroActive #4: Secret of Mana!
Listener Mail: Minimum standards and the death of the dick joke!

Episode 139: On the 859th Day, He Rested

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

James returns with generalised RAGE!
New Business: Chinatown Wars, Henry Hatsworth, and the PAL Madworld fiasco!
Listener Mail: Memorable gaming disappointments!
GDC News: New Zelda! Final Fantasy! VC Arcade! NO MORE FRIDGE CLEANING!

Episode 138: Bit.TYP Beat

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 17:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon returns, and TYP joins us from Japan!
New Business: Metroid Prime, Super Punch-Out!!, DQV, and First Final Fantasies!
Eternal Darkness RetroActive Wrap-up!
Listener Mail: Multiplayer favourites and the threat of iPhone!

Episode 137: The Darkness Comes

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 15:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Karl Castaneda returns to tell us about MadWorld!
RetroActive #3: Eternal Darkness (finally)!
Listener Mail: Gaming guilt, taking death seriously, and pork?!?

Episode 136: Remembrance of Things Past

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

NWR is 10 years old!
Site founder Billy Berghammer joins us to celebrate!
E3s, Spaceworld, DVDs, domain sniping, secret vacations and more!
Memories, like the corners of my mind!

Episode 135: Bad Example

Sun, 1 Mar 2009 08:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

That elusive Last Ninja!
News: Musings on Excitebots, Starfy, and Wii Sports Resort!
Mail: Excessive violence and alternate histories!

Episode 134: Successful Franchise: Spin-off

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 14:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Non-existent nostalgia!
Luigi's Mansion RetroActive wrap-up!
Mail: There are reasons why we are audio only!
News: Dead Space Extraction, DSi Launch, Sakurai's new Project, and more!

Episode 133: Ain't Afraid of No Ghost

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Death!
Neal Ronaghan fills us in on NY Comic Con 2009!
Mail: Meet the new boss, same as the old boss!
RetroActive #2: Luigi's Mansion!

Episode 132: Legend of Podcast

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Legible Text!
Dynamite Heady RetroActive Wrap-up!
Mail: Patents, Princesses, and Nintendorks!
News! About games on Nintendo platforms!

Episode 131: Puppet Show... and RFN

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Mario Kart Wii!
Salamander!
Mailbag: Imagine vs. Petz!
RetroActive: Dynamite Headdy!

Episode 130: They Were Ghost

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Wario Land!
Vampires!
Sack o' Mail!

Episode 129: Freeballin'

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

No scripts!

Episode 128: With a Banjo On My Knee

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 21:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

New business!
Maboshi/Zoda/DLC!
MAIL MAIL MAIL!
Untitled Podcast Feature

Episode 127: Tri-Continental Time Zone Panic!

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

New business!
Listener Mail!
Outsourcing Game Development!

Episode 126: Force of Nature

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

New business!
Mega-Drive Cover Art!
Dinner Theater!
The missing games of 2008

Episode 125: 2008 Relived

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Wii games of 2008!
DS games of 2008!
Nintendo News of 2008!
Site Director Steven "WindyMan" Rodriguez

Episode 123: The Man With the Golden Throat

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 01:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Disturbing games!
The Horror of space!
Time capsule-like qualities!

Episode 124: Listener Mail Apocalypse

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

mail!
Mail!
MAIL!

Ocarina of Time 10th Anniversary Special

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:39:00 -0700

Featuring:

The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time!
The History!
The Experience!
The Legacy!

Episode 122: Duration of Solace

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:39:00 -0700

Featuring:

DSi Launch!
Interior Design!!
Listner Mail!

Episode 121: A Brief Respite

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:39:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business: Castlevania, MMORGERS!
DLC Mondays!
Listner Mail!

Episode 120: Hype Man

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 23:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business: de Blob, tons of WiiWare, and Too Human!
DLC Mondays and the new, regular Listener Mail!
Hype in gaming!

Episode 119: The Other Briton

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:48:00 -0700

Featuring:

New Business: Rhythm Tengoku Arcade!
DLC Mondays!
James Charlton's TGS Report!

Episode 118: Let's Tap and Let's Tap (Children's Chorus)

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

News
News!
Children's Chorus!

Episode 117: Podcasting is Hard

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

"I'm sorry"
Hinting
12 Games we're looking forward to!

Episode 116: Broken Promises

Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

A WOMAN! (Bonnie!)
HALF AN EPISODE!
PART OF ANOTHER EPISODE!

Episode 115: The Freewheelin' RFN

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

No shownotes!
Terrible Cho Ankiki jokes!
103 redux!

Episode 114: Gaming Eugenics

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Greg is back!
No Assassins Galax-YS!
Reader mail

Episode 113: Indigo Popsicle

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Nights, CoD4, Awful review copies
Bangai-O levels!
The oft forgotten DLC Monday

Episode 112: Afterglow

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Rearmed, King of Clubs, Bangai-O, ActRaiser
EA News
The oft forgotten DLC Monday

Episode 111: Bilbo's Birthday

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Cho Aniki, Ace Combat, Star Parodier, Geometry Wars
Listner mail (cheat codes, and changes to "core" gaming)
More listener mail (WiFi Connection issues, Braid, sexual akwardness)!

Episode 110: WiiWare UnderWare

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

NEW BUSINESS!
WIIWARE PREVIEWS!
OTHER THINGS!

Episode 109: The Happy Fun Optimistic Show

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

NINTENDO DISCUSSION
LOAD OF READER MAIL
WiiWare PREVIEWS

Episode 108: New Title Needed

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 14:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Billy Berghammer
2 AND A HALF HOURS
NO NINTENDO
MORE E3!

Episode 107: Nintendo Less Conference

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon, Greg, and James
E3 angst!
2 hours of E3 angst!
Lord, so much E3 angst!

RFN E3 08 Special: Day 4

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Lots of 3rd-party game impressions!
The most disappointing games of the show!
Final thoughts on the new E3 format!
Kairon, Windy, and Jonny!

RFN E3 08 Special: Days 2 and 3

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:59:00 -0700

Featuring:

Two full, back-to-back episodes!
Nintendo's E3 Press Conference!
Nintendo's developer roundtable highlights!
Hands-on impressions of almost every first-party game!
Michael "TYP" Cole joins us for the second half!

RFN E3 08 Special: Day 1

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:20:00 -0700

Featuring:

EA and Microsoft's Press conferences
Wii MotionPlus!
Carmine M Red!

Episode 106: Pre-E3 Special

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

DS PREDICTIONS!
WII PREDICTIONS!
BELLS!

Episode 105: Gun Show

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 22:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

TYP!
MEGA MAN 9!
LISTENER MAIL!

Episode 104: The Corrections

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Corrections!
No Remorse!
Birthday Wishes!
New Business!

Episode 103: James Jones Box Hunter

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny in a muddy field!
STAN FURGASON!
KARL CASTANEDA!
CHAOS!

Episode 102: Massage the Text

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon reads on the go with the Amazon Kindle!
Pro Evo and Dr. Mario have an encore!
Dr. Mario Online Rx Hate!
Reviewing awful games!
NEWCOMMER ROB!

Episode 101: Silky Smooth

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon Love!
Star Wars love!
Dr. Mario Online Rx Hate!
VC and WiiWare Hate!
Ubisoft hate!

Episode 100: Five Hundred Ninety-Nine U.S. Hours

Fri, 23 May 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Hear the new crew AND the old crew!
More listener mail than is probably healthy!
Sweet Pete travels through time with his friend, Blue Balls!
Enjoy a montage of our favoritest podcast moments ever!
Why does it hurt when I pee?

Episode 99: Beware Our Man Beams

Thu, 15 May 2008 01:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

WiiWare is here!
muscular games!
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles

Episode 98: Adventures in Dying

Fri, 09 May 2008 01:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny is back, and he brought his friend Kevin!
Lots of new business!
Indepth discussion of Adventure Games!

Episode 97: Reimagining RFN

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny is out, James is hosting!
NWR Staff writer Nick DiMola makes a guest 4th chair!
Catharsis Corner!

Episode 96: Anglophilic Man-Love

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:35:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is back for a wide-ranging New Business!
Our listeners love Greg to a rather creepy extent!
Yet another hypnotic Metroid verbal essay from Jonny!

Episode 95: Samba de Windy

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:35:00 -0700

Featuring:

Windy joins in for some crazy Nintendo media summit coverage!
PES 2008, Mario Kart Wii, Samba de Amigo, and Boom Blox!
We even have a news segment! Holy crap!

Episode 94: Total Chaos

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jon is back, and the whole crew is together!
Ninja Gaiden Dual Swords, Magic Online, Brawl, and Pinball!
A PODCAST WITH NO SHOW NOTES? OFF THE RAILS!

Episode 93: Luigi Twins

Thu, 3 Apr 2008 09:15:00 -0700

Featuring:

Jonny and TYP played a ton of games last weekend!
Brawl, Bully, Wii Fit, Pinball, Sonic 3, StarTropics, DoReMi, Super Turrican, and more!
Your letters include DS microphone usage and VC on Wii's successor!

Episode 92: Brawl Obsession

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Everyone has Brawl now!
Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and Sky Crawlers are in the news!
Send your topic suggestions and feedback to rfn@nintendoworldreport.com

Episode 91: St. Patrick's Day Edition

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 16:30:00 -0700

Featuring:

Pale is in the house!
Smash Bros. and Final Fantasy dominate New Business!
The most Listener Mail ever!

Episode 90: Noob is Ness

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 01:00:00 -0700

Featuring:

Half of us got Brawl!
Tons and tons of New Business!
Target Terror has a trailer!

Episode 89: When I'm N64

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 23:30:00 -0400

Featuring:

The N64 Retrospectacularive!
Special guests galore!
Chris Kohler rambles for hours about the plot of Donkey Kong!
Billy apparently hates almost everything on the N64!
Evan makes his short-awaited return!

Episode 88: Podcast Hard: With a Vengeance

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring:

Return of the Fab Four!
Strange-smelling games!
Dyack and the One Console Future!
Tons of GDC news and discussion!

Episode 87: Cpt Britain and the Windman vs the Sith Lord

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring:

Special guest, Steven WindyMan Rodriguez!
Distrubing Moment - Marvel Swimsuit Issue!
Layton and LORDS OF THUNDER dominate gaming talk!
Ninja Virtual Console role-plays in space!
Great reader mail!

Episode 86: Perverted Messiah

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring:

Special guest, Michael "TYP" Cole!
Lots of Miami Nights talk (including "spoilers")!
Virtual Console Trials & Tribulations!
Nerd Alert - Magic: The Gathering, Settlers of Catan, and Pokemon TGC!
Tons of your reader mail!

Episode 85: Super Bowl Bros. Brawl

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring:

Special guest, Steven "Windyman" Rodriguez!
Lots of Smash Bros. talk (including "spoilers")!
England vs. Canada: The Super Bowl Controversy!
Tons of your reader mail!
A surprise appearance by... Karl?

Episode 84: Intervention

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring:

The Power Glove (it's so bad)!
Jonny's gaming shame!
Forum shout-outs!
Virtual Console bitching!
A surprise appearance by... Karl?

Episode 83: We Talk About Nintendo on This Show

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:00:00 -0400

The ferocious foursome is back for more gaming discussion, including a huge New Business segment and:

Galaxy nit-picking!
Forum shenanigans!
A splash of news!
An old (really old) friend!

Episode 82: Season Two Premiere

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 01:00:00 -0400

The new season of RFN has Greg, James, Lindy, and new host Jonny exploring:

Games we played over the holidays!
An update on the forums and staff switcheroos!
Tons of listener mail!
Ragging on the new VC games!
The funniest and most interesting news we could find!

Episode 81: Home From the Holidays

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Join Jonny, Greg, and TYP for a long-since-recorded episode featuring:

New Business!
Semi-New VC Games!
Some Oldish News!
More Oldish News!
Games the Gang Hasn't Gotten To Yet!

Episode 80: Shocking Revelations

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny and Mike join Karl to discuss:

New Business!
Pokemon Snap!
Manhunt 2 Wins Appeal in UK!
Politics!
A Surprise Ending!

The Mike Krahulik Child's Play Special of Too-Long Titles

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Hey, it's Gabe from Penny Arcade!

Learn all about the awesome charity, Child's Play, and what you can do to contribute!

Episode 79: Too Many Games

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Holy Crap!

Fire Emblem!
Call of Duty 4!
Assassin's Creed!
Super Mario Galaxy!
More!

Episode 78: Now With Accents

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring an Englishman!

New Business!
Some Beer Talk
How Our Podcast is Made
Prince of Persia Gets Director
Wii First Year Report Card!

Special: Super Mario Galaxy

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

OMG Special Podcast!

Evan and Karl, back again!
Retail Hassles
Galaxy's Reviews
The Various Problems of Review Scores
Galaxy Impressions!

Episode 77: Factual Inaccuracies

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring the voice of Karl Castaneda... and others!

New Business
The Most Awesome Food
Programmers' Strike?
The Life and Times of Surfer Girl
The Mario!

Episode 76: Lost and Found

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring the voice of Karl Castaneda!

Episode Troubles
Battalion Wars Impressions
Zack and Wiki Impressions
Smash Bros. Level Designer
Resident Evil CG Movie

Episode 75: Our Platinum Anniversary

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Featuring the voice of Solid Snake! We also discuss:

Crazy Letters
The NPDs
New Skies of Arcadia?
Okami on Wii
No feature segment!

Episode 74: Mike Likes Horse Life

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Dan Dormer's back to discuss:

Yaris
Ratchet and Clank
Listener Mail
Np Wii Price Cut
Nintendo Press Conference

Episode 73: I Say Pwn in Real Life

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl, Jonny, and Mike discuss:

The Usage of the Word Pwned
NeoGeo Mondays
Lots of Listener Mail
Halo DS
Sega Bass Fishing Looks TERRIBLE

Episode 72: Animu Makes You Fat

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Evan joins the crew to discuss:

Listener Mail!
VC Mondays
Sin & Punishment, for reals!
Fatal Frame Coming to Wii
Phantom Hourglass

Episode 71: The Daily Weed

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny's back in the crew to discuss:

Listener Mail!
VC Mondays
Smash Bros. Online Confirmed
Nintendo Blogger Fired
Movies!

Episode 70: Paging Agent Dormer

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Dan Dormer joins the crew to discuss:

More Radio Free Football!
August NPD
PC-Engine CD-ROM games on Virtual Console
Guitar Hero III DS to Feature Peripheral
Tokyo Game Show!

Episode 69: The War-Torn Episode

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl and Mike are back! Along with Jonny they discuss:

Radio Free Football!
Mike Hates Metroid
New Wii Zapper Details
Harvey Birdman to Rock the Wii
The Status of War in Video Games

Episode 68: The Half-Lost Episode

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Mike Thomsen joins Jonny to discuss:

No first segment!
Retro Studios Taking a Break
Sin and Punishment Heading to Japanese VC
Neo-Geo Coming to VC This Month
Nintendo Games We HATE

Episode 67: Of Conventions and Cacophonies

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Lasse Palleson joins in the group to discuss:

Mike's Crazy Mailbag
July NPD
Metroid Dread May Not Be Dead
Dragon Quest IX Delayed
Leipzig Games Convention

Episode 66: Tastes Like Poison

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny's back in the group to discuss:

Hot Topic: Will You Buy an Xbox 360?
More Mike's Crazy Mailbag
Bret Michaels in Guitar Hero III
Popcorn Arcade: Great Publisher of Crap or Greatest Publisher of Crap?
Metroid Prime 3's Hype

Episode 65: Auteur Theory

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Evan and Lindy join the group to discuss:

Hot Topic: Will You Buy Metroid Prime 3 (or Bioshock?)
Listener Mail: Mike on the Smash Dojo, and Tingle's DS Game
Pokemon Trainer in Smash Bros. Brawl
Metroid Prime 3's Preview Channel (we called it)
Is Chibi-Robo Park Patrol a Wal-Mart Exclusive?

Episode 64: Mike Versus Windy Again

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Windy is back! Also this week:

Mike gets some cheese with his whine
Would Pokemon be a good MMO?
Smash Bros. Adventure Mode Revealed
Power Pro Baseball comes to the U.S.
Nintendo's Relationship with Third Parties

Episode 63: Ridiculous Penetration

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny is back! Also this week:

We respond to the forum
Viva Pinata on DS
Dragon Quest IV, V, and VI to be remade
Wii owners more upscale
What makes a game a 10?

Episode 62: Artsy Fartsy

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny is in Alabama. Also this week:

Mike and Karl get mad at Windy
The June NPD
New Tales Games on Wii and DS
Dave Perry Acts a Fool
Are Games Art?

Episode 61: Low Blows

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny is a crabby old man. Also this week:

Will Metroid Prime 3 be like Metroid Prime Hunters?
New Trauma Center
New Mario Party
WiiCAR at NASCAR
...and more E3 coverage!

Episode 60 Part 2: Impressions, E3 Style

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 01:00:00 -0400

SUPER MARIO GALAXY IS AMAZING...with impressions! Also this week:

Metroid Prime 3
Phantom Hourglass
Wii Fit
Zack and Wiki
...and more E3 coverage!

Episode 60 Part 1: Bee Suit is the New Tanooki

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 01:00:00 -0400

SUPER MARIO GALAXY IS AMAZING! Also this week:

Is the Zapper a rip-off?
Mario Kart Wii Announced
Info on Wii Fit
Smash Bros. a No-Show :(
...and more E3 coverage!

Episode 59: Nintendomon

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl is weak and bought RE4! Also this week:

Is the ESRB effective?
HDTV-Wii Troubles
WiiWare Announced
Smash Bros. Assist Trophies Unveiled
E3 2007 Preview

Episode 58: Return of the Karl

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl's back in the hosting chair! Also this week:

Are third parties shafting the Wii?
Contra IV to DS
Bioware Developing a Sonic RPG
The Manhunt 2 Scandal
...and a whole lot more!

Episode 57: Championship Edition

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 01:00:00 -0400

This podcast is short (again)! Also this week:

Mike and Steven talk way too much about Pac-Man: CE
Hot Topic: Do you even use that ruddy virtual console?
Nintendo tops the NPD again!
What features should all games have?
Karl is on his way to becoming a Seminole. Mike is the only one that cares!

Episode 56: Running Lodes

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 01:00:00 -0400

This podcast is short! Also this week:

Are Jonny's memories of having fun with Golden Axe II flawed via rose-tinted glasses? Apparently, yes.
How awesome is it that Smash Bros. will support four control schemes? So awesome!
Is the "Hot Topic" truly as hot as it claims? Of course!
Come back next week for an awesome show!

Episode 55: Howl of the Wind

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Windy is ba k! Also this week:

Is Zelda II a Good Choice for 100th Virtual Console Game?
Will there be a Wii hard drive?
Will Mario Kart for Wii be announced at E3?
State of Virtual Console Discussion

Episode 54: The Epic

Thu, 31 May 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Listen as Karl screws up Virtual Console Mondays! Also this week:

ActRaiser: Awesome or So Awesome?
Guitar Hero III Details
Smash Bros. Details
Nintendo Media Summit Discussion

Episode 53: From the Land of Nihon

Wed, 23 May 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Ty Shughart is here to talk about t3h Japanz! Also this week:

Ossu! Tatake! Oudenan 2
Our gaming pet peeves
April NPD!
Nintendo's Image in Japan from an American Gamer's Perspective

Episode 52: Birthday Crosstalk Extravaganza

Wed, 16 May 2007 01:00:00 -0400

We've been doing this for a whole year! This week:

We talk forever about what we're playing
Why are games so damn expensive in New Zealand?
Lots of news!
One Year Retrospective on Radio Free Nintendo

Episode 51: We're Almost 1 Year Old

Wed, 09 May 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl has Pokemon! Whoo! Also:

Jon Lindemann FINALLY Beat Zelda
Miyamoto Made Some Interesting Comments
Nintendo of America on the Move?
The Wii's Summer Line-Up

Episode 50: Sin and Plagiarism

Wed, 02 May 2007 01:00:00 -0400

We're back on our regular schedule. Enjoy the following:

Jonny and Mike are STILL playing Pokemon
Hideo Kojima Plays Smash Bros. Brawl
Nintendo Invests in Monolith Soft
Our Dream Games on Wii

Episode 49: The Obligatory Pokemon Episode

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 01:00:00 -0400

We're up a bit late this week, but it's still a packed episode. Enjoy the following:

Jonny and Mike are playing Pokemon
March NPD Numbers
Nintendo Stock at All-Time High
Pokemon Retrospective

Episode 48: Biometrics are the Future

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Obi returns from maternity leave to talk shop with Karl and Jonny about:

New Virtual Console Games
Sonic Rush Sequel on DS
Michael Bay Ruining Prince of Persia
Luring the Casual Gamer

Episode 47: Jonny Kinda Likes Metroid

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny joins Karl to discuss:

New Virtual Console Releases
Resident Evil 4 and Umbrella Chronicles on Wii
Miyamoto Expects More from Third Parties
Metroid Prime 3!

Episode 46: RFN Full Of Grace

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Jonny and Stan join Karl to discuss:

Nights on Wii
Ninja Gaiden on DS
Handheld games we want to see on consoles
A whole lot more!

Episode 45: Nintendo Pirate Radio Rides Again!

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl and Stan join forces once again to discuss:

The relative speed of Sonic and the Blue Falcon
Opera being delayed
Majesco's got games
How long is too long?

Episode 44: Overdosing on PSP

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 01:00:00 -0400

Karl hosts along with Jonny and TYP. This week we discuss:

Virtual Console
February NPD
Opoona on Wii
Dear Mr. Miyamoto

Bonus Episode 1: Keiichi Yano Interv ew

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 01:00:00 -0400

In this bonus episode of Radio Free Nintendo, site director Steven Rodriguez and Aaron Kaluszka interview Keiichi Yano, the creator of Elite Beat Agents.

Episode 43: Gooey Digital Corn

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 01:00:00 -0400

It's the big GDC Episode, with special guest Chris Kohler. This week we discuss:

Lots of GDC News
Sony's HOME
Super Paper Mario
Super Mario Galaxy

Episode 42: Return of the Pale

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Radio Free Nintendo, Karl takes on the host seat to talk with Jonathan Metts and Mike Gamin about...

Ocarina of Time on Virtual Console
SSX Blur
Nintendo's presence at the Game Developers' Conference
Ninjabread Man
Nintendo franchises yet to come to DS

Episode 41: E-4-Some

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 01:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the following:

Virtual Console Mondays
Listener Mail (times two!)
The News
Will the new E3 suck? Was the old E3 that great to begin with?

Episode 40: Angry Karl Rides Again

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 01:00:00 -0400

This week we discuss the following:

Virtual Console Mondays
Listener Mail
The News
New possible channels on your Wii.

Episode 39: An Extra-Lovely Iteration

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 19:03:26 -0400

This week we discuss all things love, including bloody hearts and the following:

Virtual Console Mondays
Listener Mail
The News
Games to play with your girlfriend, or using games to get a girlfriend.

Episode 38: Love Letters

Wed, 7 Feb 2007 15:03:26 -0400

Obi discusses with Windy and Karl in this touching and sentimental episode:

Virtual Console Mondays coverage.
The News.
Another round of listener mail.

Episode 37: The GameCube Gang

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 15:03:26 -0400

Obi hosts with Windy and Karl in this nostalgic episode including such topic as:

Virtual Console Mondays coverage.
Listener Mail.
The News.
GameCube Retrospective.

Episode 36: And Karl Makes Three

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 15:03:26 -0400

Obi returns with Windy and Jonny; Karl is fashionably late. Topics include:

Virtual Console Mondays coverage.
Listener Mail.
The News.
Spring Games Preview.

Episode 35: The Maybe of Multi-Platform

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:03:26 -0400

Karl joins Dan and Jonny as they wonder what happened to Windy and Stan. Among the topics discussed are:

Virtual Console Mondays coverage.
Listener Mail.
The News.
Is the Wii a viable multi-platform game platform?

Episode 34: The Week the News Stood Still

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 15:03:26 -0400

Welcome back to another episode of Radio Free Nintendo. This week, Karl, Stan, and Steven put on a show despite a pretty slow week for news (especially of the Ninendo ilk). Included is:

Virtual Console Mondays coverage.
Listener Mail.
The News.
Cancelled or forgotten games that deserve another go.

Episode 33: Podcast Killed the Mailbag Star

Thu, 4 Jan 2007 15:03:26 -0400

As promised we're reading all the mail we got. Yeah, it takes up the whole show. Topics include:

Why the Xbox 360 isn't succeeding in Japan.
The price of TurboGrafx-16 games on the Virtual Console.
Whether or not Karl will ever publish the bad fantasy novel he wrote when he was fourteen.

Episode 32: Men Without Wiis

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 15:03:26 -0400

In a desire for conquest, Stan and Karl raise the Pirate Flag high and take over RFN to discuss:

What we're not playing.
Virtual console news.
Forecast and Opera are live.
Will there be a drought?

Episode 31: Square-Enix Hearts Nintendo

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 15:03:26 -0400

On this episode of Radio Free Nintendo, Karl talks to TYP, Windy, and Obi about Dragon Quest IX and what we want from Nintendo's online service is 2007. Also included:

What we're playing.
Dragon Quest Swords looks awesome.
Tales of the Abyss to GameCube?
...and a whole lot more!

Episode 30: There's Christmas in Europe

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 15:03:26 -0400

Jonny double dips into the hosting bowl with guests Steven Rodriguez and Michael "TYP" Cole. They speak of a great many things, including:

What we're playing.
Wii takes over Europe.
The untimely passing of Bob Ross' painting game.
Can the Wii sustain its momentum?

Episode 29: Plastic Wheel Edition

Tue, 5 Dec 2006 22:03:26 -0400

Karl hosts with Windy and Stan on the week of the Japanese Wii Launch. Discussed are:

Wii takes over Japan.
What we're playing.
Famitsu Scans.
A whole lot more!

Episode 28: The Wiik After

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 19:03:26 -0400

Now the Wii is out, we tell you how we really feel. Find out what your favorite NWR staffers are playing, and what they're looking forward to.

Boy, the US Virtual Console lineup sure does suck!
The news! Good luck trying to get component cables, and we hope WiiConnect24 doesn't brick your system.
The press sure seems to hate the PS3, and they're downright in love with Wii.
Just because it's Wii Week doesn't mean we forgot about the Nintendo DS.
If you don't buy Elite Beat Agents, God will kill a puppy.

Episode 27: Ultimate Wii Launch Spectacular

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 19:03:26 -0400

A plethora of awesome combines to provide our loyal listeners one of our most amazing podcasts yet.

We talk with people who have played the Wii at the event, including a hearing-impaired woman through her sign language translator
An interview with Nintendo's Vice President of Marketing, George Harrison about the the CityWalk launch event and the rest of Nintendo's launch plans
A walk down the line that took over 20 minutes to finish, including talks with those at the front, in the back, and the madness in between (including a chat with one of the Wii Segway ladies)
The decisive moment when the first one in line gets his Wii...then sings?

Episode 26: Thanks for the Memories

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 19:03:26 -0400

A sampling of our senior staff, Jonny, Windy, Bloodworth, and TYP, join hands and sing the praises of working at PGC, then kick it to the curb with the naming of the new site.

Episode 25: Wii Launch Special Edition

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 01:03:26 -0400

Surprise! We've got special guests Billy Berghammer (founder of PGC) and Chris Kohler (friend of PGC and editor of GameLife) to tell us what they think about Wii launch with hands on impressions.

Wii Marketing and First Impressions
Will Non-Gamers Like It?
Impressions of Zelda, Wii Sports, Excite Truck, and more

Episode 24: Let's Not Forget Zelda

Tue, 7 Nov 2006 00:02:46 -0400

Former Director Jonathan Metts passes the torch to Steven Rodriguez in this touching and emotional podcast. Also, Steven talks about how much he cries, (which is like all the time). Topics covered:

The new leadership at PGC
The US Virtual Console Lineup
Zelda
Zelda

Episode 23: Game Marketing 101

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 19:00:00 -0400

Mike Sklens returns along with Stan and Karl to talk about the current state of marketing within the video game industry in general, as well as Nintendo's current efforts. Included is:

General feelings on game marketing
A Look back at the GameCube's Marketing, and the current state of the DS.
How Nintendo should market the Wii
Karl interviews Ken Chan of Acclaim

Episode 22: The Nintendo Game that Wasn't

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 04:00:00 -0400

Back to people we know and love, Evan is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, meaning Stan, Jonny, and Karl, but not necessarily in that order. They discuss:

Pre-Wii-Ordering = Stupid
How to bake a cake with Steven Kent's opinions
Clover Studios, I never knew ye
Elite Beat Song List

Episode 21: Activision, Ubi, and PS3

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 04:00:00 -0400

Evan and Karl are all by their lonesome till a quick ten minute interview with Blood saves the day! Discussed this cast:

PS3 Pre-Orders
How Many Wiis?
The Wii Racing Wheel
Activision's Wii Lineup

Episode 20: The Madden Curse is Real

Wed, 4 Oct 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Evan invites Steven Rodriguez, Daniel Bloodworth, and Michael "TYP" Cole for a lively pre-Wii discussion. Covered in this cast:

Lost Gems on the GameCube
Play History on Wii
The Madden Curse
Going Multi-Console: Should we buy X360s?

Episode 19: For the Sake of Controversy

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Jonathan Metts, Karl Castaneda, and Stan Ferguson all join Evan to talk about:

The Wii Controller's Speaker

Wii Third Party Support

Recent Controversial Articles

Episode 18: The Wii Press Event Retrospective

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:01 -0400

J nathan Metts, Mike Gamin, and Daniel Bloodworth all join Evan to talk about:

Wii's Prices

Wii Sports

Mike Gamin
Wii (it means what it sounds like)

Episode 17: Always Mention Super Paper Mario

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Evan and Mike finally reunite. This week they discuss:

The PlayStation 3's cut launch numbers.

Evan got Star Fox Command!

The Big Wii Event this Thursday!
Super Paper Mario

Episode 16: Talkin' 'Bout My Bit Generations

Wed, 6 Sep 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Steven, Stan, and Karl talk about the latest gaming news.

Episode 15: The Four Horsemen

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Mike, Stan, and Karl talk about the 4 Horseman of the Gaming Apocalypse.

Episode 14

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:01 -0400

More Nintendo Pirate Radio

Episode 13: Evan and Karl

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Evan and Karl have a chat.

Episode 12: Evan and Lindy

Wed, 9 Aug 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Evan and Lindy have a chat.

Episode 11: Nintendo Pirate Radio Returns

Wed, 2 Aug 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Stan, Karl, and Jonny wax poetic on all things gaming.

Episode 10: Animal Crossing is my MySpace

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Mike and Evan Return in Top Form. This week we discuss:

Our thoughts on New Games Journalism
Listener Mail: Will the Wii's classic controller work well with N64 games
EA and ESPN's Madden Pay-Per-View Preview
Hilarious Nintendo Power promotio al videos
Animal Crossing Wild World downloads

Episode 9: Nintendo Pirate Radio

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Karl and Stan hijack the show! This week they discuss:

Games Journalism... a lot

Episode 8: Viva la France!

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 00:00:01 -0400

The French, President Bush, and maybe some videogames. This week we discuss:

The 4th of July, Bastille Day, plus the World Cup
Smash Bros. Brawl Rumors
Listener Mail regarding GameCube sleeper hits
Resident Evil Wii Rumors

Episode 7: My DS Sounds Like Mr. Feeny

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:00:01 -0400

This one starts off normal but ends up deranged. This week we discuss:

New Super Mario Bros. Amazing Sales
Sonic The Hedgehog, you know, because he turned 15
Listener Mail on RPGs for Wii
The new Chopin RPG
Ubi Soft is Fixing Red Steel's Sword-fighting
The Nintendo DS' Upcoming Role in the Film "Stormbre ker"

Episode 6: Uwe Boll Will Beat You Up

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Things are back to normal at Radio Free Nintendo, or at least as normal as they could possibly be. This week we discuss:

Peter Moore says the Xbox 360's controller might be a little too complex
The DS Lite's stellar sales
Listener Mail regarding Japanese GameCube games
Super Paper Mario... yet again
Uwe Boll wants to fight his critics

Episode 5: The Jonny Interview

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 19:29:58 -0400

In this episode Evan interviews Planet GameCube's director, Jonathan Metts.

Episode 4: Rumorton

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 00:00:01 -0400

Evan is out this week, presumably mauled by a bear in the wild forests of Oregon. Chris Kohler of Wired's Game|Life Blog fills in for him. This week we discuss:

Virtual Console rumors
Wii's launch date and price
Wii Sports' character creation feature
Games releasing on Aug 3rd in Japan

Episode 3: Bafomdads

Wed, 31 May 2006 18:04:55 -0400

Now that we've got the Wii and DS out of the way, this week we're discussing the GameCube and Game Boy Advance. This week's episode covers:

Twilight Princess's two versions
Super Paper Mario
DK Bongo Blast
Listener Mail: What do Sony and Microsoft fans think of Wii
Game Boy Advance: The platform for games based on CG movies
Evan's love of Lizzie McGuire
Touch Generations games for the DS

Episode 2: Elite Unbeatable Agents

Wed, 24 May 2006 01:58:42 -0400

In our second episode, we discuss even more about E3 2006. This week is mostly about Nintendo DS, and introduces a listener mailbag segment. This episode covers:

Nintendo DS: Coming Soon to Europe in black
Big DS games from Nintendo at E3
Mailbag: Nintendo's long-term plans for Wii
Quirky DS games at E3

Episode 1: Snappy Title Coming Soon

Wed, 17 May 2006 22:04:29 -0400

In our first episode, we discuss E3, and the Wii. There's so much to talk about, we don't have time to get to the Nintendo DS until next week's show. This episode covers

General thoughts on E3
Nintendo's press conference
The Wii's remote-controller
And of course, Wii games