Is Switch 2’s Second Year Starting Off Strong? - NVC 819
Summary
Hosts Logan, Pear, Miranda, and Seth discuss the Switch 2’s second year, focusing on the upcoming Splatoon Raiders and the newly released Rhythm Heaven Groove. They analyze Splatoon’s Monster Hunter-inspired co-op mechanics and pricing, while praising Rhythm Heaven’s unique audio-based gameplay. The episode also covers PlayStation’s shift away from physical media, debating digital ownership rights and storage costs versus Nintendo’s continued support for cartridges.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Alienware, Progressive, and Nintendo Voice Chat intro
Splatoon: The First Raid - Gameplay, aesthetics, and value discussion
Call of Duty on Switch 2 and sponsors: Quince, Shopify
Physical vs. Digital Media: PlayStation's diskless future and Nintendo's stance
Rhythm Heaven: Gameplay mechanics, flow state, and multiplayer
Star Fox 2: Nostalgia, arcade feel, and hidden secrets
Switch 2 Year One Review: Mario Kart World updates and library strength
Metroid Dread 2 leak, OLED Switch impressions, and episode wrap-up
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