A Nintendo podcast discussing any game that touches the Nintendo horizon, and deeming those worthy as “gem.” Listen/like/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean and YouTube!
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Apr 14, 2021
Apr 14, 2021
1 hr 25 min
It's all things Monster Hunter this episode as we crack into the series' newest installment, Rise. This is certainly a monster-sized episode for both series veterans and newcomers alike; we're talking vocab terms like gameplay loop, series streamlining and Connor even breaks out his keyboard for a quick music theming lesson! Join us for a heck of a show!
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Mar 27, 2021
Mar 27, 2021
1 hr 16 min
We're finally back to break down Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's newest duo, Pyra and Mythra! Then - we tried, guys - we start out spoiler free in our Xenoblade Chronicles X discussion. But then it snowballs into light, early spoilers, and ends with reality-shaking, religion-making, game-breaking spoilers (we warn you along the way!). Join us for a hell of a show as we break down 100 hours of thematic gameplay - you won't want to miss it!
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Mar 3, 2021
Mar 3, 2021
39 min
NintenGems is back and dropping hot to discuss the internationally-acclaimed battle royale hit, Fortnite. For much-needed context and expertise, we brought in TikTok/YouTube star and resident sweat WG Mojo to round out our crew! How much do the pros make? Can Switch players compete? What IS a sweat, anyway?! Let's find out!
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Feb 21, 2021
Feb 21, 2021
46 min
Metal Bowser? Nah. Giga Bowser? Who cares! Fury Bowser? Now that's something worth talking about! The gang's all here for a Godzilla-sized episode about the new Switch port of Super Mario 3D World, plus the new bonus mode, Bowser's Fury. Join us!
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Feb 13, 2021
Feb 13, 2021
57 min
"What is the best Pokémon game?"
This is the question that haunts Braydon after playing Pokémon Conquest for Nintendo DS, the 2012 crossover with the Nobunaga's Ambition series. To find the answer, we tap deep into the Tactical RPG genre, the merits of the mainline Pokémon formula and the lessons learned from failed spin-offs. First, though, Connor shares his experience with Art Sqool, the absurdly colorful art school simulator for Switch! You won't want to miss this one!
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Jan 24, 2021
Jan 24, 2021
45 min
Can you describe Bug Fables without using the words 'Paper Mario'? We sure have a hard time, but a great time while we're at it! Braydon finished Moonsprout Game's Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling and is itching to compare it to its spiritual predecessor, Paper Mario for the N64. The NintenGem and the spotlight game merge into one this episode as we dissect what it means to be a successful RPG.
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Jan 10, 2021
Jan 10, 2021
35 min
NintenGems is back and ready to break down Sephiroth's entry into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - what does he bring to the table, and what fighter could be next? Then, Connor takes us on a tour through all things Puyo Puyo Tetris 2, the new mashup of two internationally acclaimed puzzle games! If you've never heard of Puyo Puyo before, we'll certainly get you caught up! Join us!
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Jan 1, 2021
Jan 1, 2021
29 min
Happy New Year everyone! We knew you were curious about the best games we played throughout 2020, so we decided to give some awards! Animal Crossing or Paper Mario? Hyrule Warriors or Xenoblade? We discuss our picks for best new Switch game, best retro game played, most hours spent and much more! If you want to play along at home, download your stats at switch.nintendo.com/year-in-review
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Nov 26, 2020
Nov 26, 2020
44 min
Yahaha! You found us! We're back in your feed to cover the big release of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Be warned, some story details beyond the demo are discussed, but by Rhoam is there a lot to talk about! For this episode's NintenGem, we go mobile with the 2003 Game Boy Advance hit, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$! Join us, we Hylian recommend it.
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Nov 11, 2020
Nov 11, 2020
53 min
Welcome back to another eggstravagant episode of NintenGems - lets get cracking, shall we? Connor kicks us off with a dissection of Minecraft Steve's addition to Smash, and Jake shares his troubled experiences with new Zoids and Bakugon games. The meat (or veggies?) of the episode comes when we break down the release of Pikmin 3 Deluxe for Switch, and this week's NintenGem, Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg for GameCube. Omlettin' you know, this is an episode you won't wanna miss.
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