Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat

For over 130 years, Nintendo has been a pioneer in gaming, creating legendary franchises like Mario, Zelda, and Donkey Kong. Every week, IGN’s Nintendo Voice Chat podcast celebrates all things Nintendo—past, present, and future. Join the NVC crew for expert analysis, news, and lively discussions on everything from classic favorites to the latest on Nintendo Switch and the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just jumping in, Nintendo Voice Chat is your go-to Nintendo podcast. Nintendo Voice Chat is a part of Geek Media Podcast Network, an IGN Entertainment Brand. Visit Geek.com for more information.

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July 10, 2026 93 mins
As the rest of the video game industry undergoes massive changes – Sony’s move away from physical games, Xbox’s waves of layoffs and restructuring – where does that leave Nintendo? Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, Casey DeFreitas, and Seth Macy as they talk about where Nintendo stands in the marketplace, how they can succeed throughout the Switch 2 generation, and where their video game business might be in the ...
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After the Splatoon Raiders Direct, Rhythm Heaven Groove’s release, and another week with Star Fox, Switch 2’s summer is starting to fully take shape. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, Miranda Sanchez, and Seth Macy as they discuss if Switch 2’s sophomore year is off to a good start. Plus, following PlayStation’s bombshell news that it’s ending physical game production in 2028, the panel discusses what ...
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We need your help, Star Fox! This week, join Logan “Slippy” Plant, Brian “Leon” Altano, Seth “Wolf” Macy, and Jada “Fox” Griffin as they break down Jada’s review of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss the improved graphics and cutscenes, the brand new challenge and multiplayer modes, and whether this remake is worth the $50 price tag. Plus, they discuss where the franchi...
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We can’t stop thinking about Ocarina of Time. This week, join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they discuss their thoughts on the upcoming remake one week later, including impressions of the new art style, a discussion on if Nintendo showed too little for the initial reveal, thoughts on how much Nintendo plans to change, and a lot more. Then, they move into final thoughts on last week’s Nintendo Direct, inclu...
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The big June Nintendo Direct aired this morning, and it gave us first looks at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Xenoblade Genesis, and a lot more! Plus, Square Enix brought Kingdom Hearts 4 and a gorgeous HD-2D Final Fantasy game. Join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Nick Limon as they react to all the big announcements from the 50-minute show, talk about how leaks deflate the hype of a moment like this, and a lot more...
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The Nintendo Voice Chat crew are playing a little game - can they recognize famous Nintendo characters from just their sound effects? The pressure is on. Play along at home! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mina the Hollower is a 10/10 masterpiece on IGN, and this week, some of the folks behind Yacht Club’s latest triumph are here to talk all about making Mina over the last six years. Logan Plant and Brian Altano are joined by designer Sean Velasco and programmer David D’Angelo, and they dive into Mina’s intricate world design, fast-paced  combat, clever puzzle-solving, and a whole lot more. You’ll learn a...
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is the latest Switch 2 exclusive, and this week's NVC is all about breaking down what works and what doesn't in this experimental platformer. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, Nick Limon, and Kinda Funny's Tim Gettys as Tom and Tim talk about their uneven experiences with Yoshi, including how making discoveries for the first time is charming, but there's not much joy left to find after each box has been che...
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The Switch 2 is officially getting a price increase this September, but there’s still time to avoid the price hike. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Seth Macy as they talk about what the price increase means for Switch 2’s future, the new bundle that softens the blow for people ready to pick up the hardware now, and why Nintendo needs to introduce a Switch 2 Lite. Plus, more information from Nintendo&rs...
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In a VERY surprising Nintendo Direct, Star Fox 64 is getting the remake treatment with a brand new Switch 2 game simply dubbed, Star Fox. This remake is a complete overhaul of the original with brand new graphics and cutscenes as well as mouse controls, an expanded campaign mode, challenge mode, and a very strange but VERY nintendo AR mode where you can turn your face into one of the games pilots for online play across GameChat. Ni...
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May 1, 2026 71 mins
With Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on the way this month, it’s time to rank every Yoshi platformer in Nintendo history. Join Logan Plant, Tom Marks, and Seth Macy as they talk about the highs of the original Yoshi’s Island on Super Nintendo, to the lows of spinoffs and reboots that came after, to the return to greatness with Yoshi’s Woolly World and Crafted World. Then, hear about what we’re playing, includi...
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Our beloved Nintendo 3DS turned 15 years old this year, and we’re celebrating by dedicating this week’s episode to one of our favorite Nintendo systems of all time. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they reflect on the troubled launch of the 3DS, features they miss like StreetPass and Badge Arcade, the best games on the system like Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Monster Hunter, and Kid Icarus...
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We’re living the dream this week on Nintendo Voice Chat, as the next Tomodachi Life entry is finally here. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Miranda Sanchez as Logan and Miranda talk about their 35+ hours in Nintendo’s quirky, hilarious life sim. From the huge fight between Samus Aran and Reggie Fils-Aimé, to the best things we created just to see what would unfold, we talk about our favorite parts of Livin...
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The Nintendo world keeps talking about the rumored Ocarina of Time remake, and this week, the NVC crew is weighing in with their thoughts. Join Logan Plant, Rebekah Valentine, Seth Macy, and Jada Griffin as they talk about the storm of information from leaker Nate the Hate, and what direction Nintendo should take if it chooses to remake one of its most iconic Zelda games. Then, Jada is playing Pokemon Champions and talks about its ...
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now, and we’ve all seen it! This week, join Logan Plant, Peer Schneider, and Brian Altano as they dive into their spoiler-free impressions of the second (or third, technically?) Mario movie. Is it better than the first? How are Yoshi and Rosalina? And what about Fox McCloud’s crazy inclusion? Then, the trio dives into their full spoiler impressions. Plus, hear about Brian’s trip...
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The next Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is here, and it’s the best one yet! This week, Logan Plant and Rebekah Valentine break down Logan’s review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, which has great co-op multiplayer challenges, fantastic Koopaling boss fights, and a lot more. Then, two big new overview trailers for upcoming Switch games: Pokemon Champions and Tomodachi Life: Li...
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Is Double Dash the worst Mario Kart? Is Nintendo out of ideas for Zelda games? Are $80 games actually a reason to like Nintendo? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they react to your Nintendo hot takes! There are so many we aren’t able to get to, but thank you so much to all the Super Ninfriendos who took the time to write in. Plus, the new Switch 2 update is a game changer for backwards compatib...
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March 13, 2026 81 mins
Should Zelda be gritty and mature? Is the Switch the most important console of all time? And why is everyone always talking about the next Nintendo Direct? This week, join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Brian Altano as they share their Nintendo hot takes and judge each other for them. Next week, we’ll be talking about YOUR Nintendo hot takes, so be sure to email them to nvc@ign.com to be a part of the show. After things cool dow...
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Pokemon Pokopia is here, and it’s amazing! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as Reb talks about her 60+ hours in Pokopia so far and why it’s a must-have Switch 2 game. From the excellent building and customization to the fun, cozy loop of finding new Pokemon and creating homes for them, we break down everything that makes Pokopia a special Pokemon spinoff. Then, Brian and Logan talk about ...
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Pokemon Winds and Waves are the new games for Pokemon’s 10th generation, officially revealed as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebration. This week on NVC, join Logan Plant, Casey DeFreitas, Miranda Sanchez, and Nick Limon as they react to the first trailer for the pair of Switch 2 exclusive games. From the new region, to the trio of starter Pokemon, there’s a lot to break down! Plus, they talk about e...
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