Super Switch Headz

Super Switch Headz brings you the latest Nintendo news, rumors, speculation, and hype! In every episode your hosts David Howe, Patrick Knisely, Matthew Stoner, and special guests discuss and explore the world of Nintendo. We are the official podcast of the Switch Headz (DISCORD and Facebook) groups.

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Aug 5, 2020 · 1 hr 32 min
Destigmatizing Motion Controls - #077
Cina Saffary joins the podcast to talk about our thoughts on motion controls in video games. Why do so many gamers hate them? When do they work? We also cover recent news and rumors including the current rumors for Nintendo announcements, Halo Infinite having free multiplayer, Spider-Man being exclusive to PlayStation in Avengers and much more. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:50 News 0:39:47 Main Topic: Motion Controls 1:23:19 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz
Jul 29, 2020 · 1 hr 17 min
Composing for DKC with David Wise - #076
David Wise guests this week to share about his storied past composing video game music. We talk about the early days and how things have changed over time with new technology. We also go over all the news and rumors for the week including the gigaleak of Nintendo source code and concept art, the rumors surrounding the next Nintendo Direct, the Xbox event, and much more. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:02:32 News 0:26:32 Main Topic: David Wise on Composing Game Music 1:07:43 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz
Jul 22, 2020 · 1 hr 18 min
Direct Mini & Paper Mario Impressions - #075
Ryan Robinson joins the podcast to talk about our impressions of Paper Mario: The Origami King and the recent Nintendo Direct Mini. We also talk about all the news and rumors including the current status of Nintendo speculation, the Summer Game Fest Developer Showcase, Ring Fit sales and much more. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:58 Direct Mini Discussion 0:26:50 Other News 0:36:46 Main Topic: Paper Mario Impressions 1:07:55 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz
Jul 15, 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
Will There Be a Direct in July? - #074
We sit down this week to delve deep into speculation surrounding the rumored July Nintendo Direct. Will it happen? If so, what might we see out of what's been announced and what's allegedly leaked? Also, we cover the latest Nintendo and gaming news and rumors, including Paper Mario reviews, the Devolver Digital Direct, and much more. As always, we end with a chat about the games we've been playing recently. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:05:30 News 0:32:18 Main Topic: July Nintendo Direct Speculation 1:09:06 Games We're Playing Discord Link Facebook Link
Jul 8, 2020 · 1 hr 26 min
Lore and Worldbuilding - #073
Celeste Roberts guests this week to talk all about lore in video games and the way Nintendo has used lore in their games. We also talk about the rumors of a July Nintendo Direct, the Xbox event, some difficult news related to EVO and the Smash Bros. competitive community, and much more. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:22 News 0:33:15 Main Topic: Lore and Worldbuilding 1:13:41 Games We're Playing
Jul 1, 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
Nintendo's Approach to DLC - #072
Amir Zamen joins the podcast to talk all about DLC. Is DLC a good way for developers to make some additional cash? Is it fair to the consumer? How has Nintendo's approach to DLC in the Switch era been? We also talk about all the news and rumors including statements from the recent Nintendo investor meeting, Pokémon Unite, Smash Ultimate 8.0 and much more. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:03:58 News 0:36:24 Main Topic: E3 1:12:17 Games We're Playing
Jun 24, 2020 · 1 hr 52 min
Smash Leaks with PapaGenos - #071
YouTuber PapaGenos guests this week to talk all about Min Min from ARMS joining Smash Ultimate, the Smash speculation scene, leaks and rumors and running his YouTube channel. We also talk about the Pokemon Presents events, EA Play, Mixer shutting down, and much more. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:04 News 0:53:17 Main Topic: PapaGenos, Smash and Leaks 1:38:18 Games We're Playing
Jun 17, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
What's Next for E3 with Devolver Digital - #070
JM Specht from Devolver Digital joins the podcast to talk all about E3. This year's E3 was canceled because of the pandemic. What does the future hold for the event? Do we even need it anymore? We also talk about all the news and rumors including an alleged Mario Kart 9 leak, the Playstation 5 reveal, the new Paper Mario trailer and much more. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:08 News 0:37:49 Main Topic: E3 1:17:15 Games We're Playing
Jun 10, 2020 · 1 hr 27 min
Sex in Video Games - #069
Kim Williams guests this week to talk all about sex in video games, the history, controversies, problematic issues surrounding, and our personal stories of encountering, sexual content in video games. We also talk about the Nintendo data breach, Smash Ultimate speculation, the Summer game sale, and much more. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:05:18 News 0:27:22 Main Topic: Sex in Video Games 1:15:39 Games We're Playing
Jun 4, 2020 · 1 hr 18 min
A Brief History of Xenoblade - #068
Daniel Murphy joins the podcast to talk all about the new Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition, as well as some of the history of the series. We also talk about all the news and rumors including various upcoming game leaks, the Playstation 5 event, a Sonic movie sequel and much more. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:06:25 News 0:34:22 Main Topic: Xenoblade 1:05:39 Games We're Playing
May 27, 2020 · 1 hr 24 min
Cosplay Culture 101 - #067
Summer Rain guests this week to talk all about cosplay, the community and her experiences as a cosplayer. We also talk about the upcoming Xenoblade and Clubhouse Games releases, the Switch breaking sales records, the big 3DS leak, and the recent summer game announcements. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:05:19 - News 0:32:19 - Main Topic 1:12:23 - Games
May 21, 2020 · 1 hr 27 min
Nintendo's Weirdest Accessories - #066
James Patton joins the podcast to talk about all the weird and innovative hardware and accessories that Nintendo has put out over the years, as well as some of the unreleased peripherals we know about. We also discuss the details for the giveaway we're running and talk about all the news and rumors including the Paper Mario announcement, Pikmin 3 Deluxe rumors, and the additions to the NES and SNES apps on NSO. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Giveaway: 0:03:50 News: 0:04:35 Main Topic: 0:30:55 Games: 1:16:25
May 13, 2020 · 1 hr 21 min
Deconstructing the Boss Battle - #065
Dylan Muss from GeekVerse guests this week to talk about what makes a good boss fight, why some games don't need bosses, and our favorite boss battles. We also talk about the new Nintendo financials recently released, the recent Inside Xbox, and some game delays along with all the other Nintendo news and rumors. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:06:16 Main Topic: 0:33:23 Games: 1:09:59
May 6, 2020 · 1 hr 30 min
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tips & Tricks - #064
Justin Howe joins Super Switch Headz to share some tips and tricks for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch. Want to improve and beat your friends at Mario Kart? This is the episode for you. We also discuss a future giveaway and all the news and rumors including some big Nintendo leaks and the likelihood that there will be no Nintendo June Direct. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:03:28 Main Topic: 0:33:30 Games: 1:18:15
Apr 29, 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
Mario Maker 2's Final Update? - #063
Andrew Ryder guests this week to talk all about the new 3.0.0 update to Super Mario Maker 2 and the current status of the game. We also talk about the NNID data breach, Travis Scott in Fortnite, The Last of Us 2 leaks, Indivisible releasing and of course Animal Crossing along with all the other Nintendo news and rumors. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:03:22 Main Topic: 0:27:43 Games: 1:08:24
Apr 22, 2020 · 1 hr 42 min
The Golden Age of Indies on Switch - #062
Robert Segovia joins Super Switch Headz to talk about indie games--the history, the definition, and the current state of indies on the Switch. We also discuss the Mario Maker 2 update, the Animal Crossing updates, upcoming release dates, the current Switch shortage and the rest of the latest news and rumors. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:06:04 Main Topic: 0:42:27 Games: 1:20:44
Apr 15, 2020 · 1 hr 22 min
Education & Gamification - #061
Alex Von Kurkendall guests this week to talk about educational video games. We briefly discuss the educational games we played growing up and the current state of gaming and gamification in education as well as the future. We also talk Switch shortages, Animal Crossing, firmware 10.0.0 and all the other Nintendo news and rumors. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:04:28 Main Topic: 0:29:26 Games: 1:08:53
Apr 8, 2020 · 1 hr 43 min
Crowning the Best 3D Mario Game - #060
This week we sit down to rank all the 3D Mario games from best to worst. Where does your favorite sit in the official Super Switch Headz Ranking? Listen to find out. Also, we cover the latest Nintendo and gaming news and rumors, including the status of E3 2020, the new PS5 controller reveal, Animal Crossing updates, Amazon getting into gaming, and more. As always, we end with a chat about the games we've been playing recently. News: 0:05:43 Main Topic: 0:35:56 Games: 1:34:19
Apr 1, 2020 · 1 hr 28 min
Mario Rumors & Direct Mini Reactions - #059
AntKeepsGaming joins Super Switch Headz to talk about the rumors around lots of upcoming Mario remasters and ports, as well as the Nintendo Direct Mini that dropped. We also discuss the alleged Flipnote Studio leak, the Dragon's Lair movie, the coral Switch Lite release, and the rest of the latest news and rumors. We close the episode talking about the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News - 0:03:09 Mario Rumors - 0:20:29 Direct Mini - 0:32:22 Games - 1:11:44
Mar 25, 2020 · 1 hr 21 min
Animal Crossing Lands at the Perfect Time - #058
Emma Brockway guests this week to talk Animal Crossing: New Horizons! We also talk the upcoming next-gen console releases for Sony and Microsoft, GameStop's controversial coronavirus stance, plus somehow ARMS comes up, along with all the other Nintendo news and rumors. We close with a discussion about the games we've been playing recently. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. News: 0:03:58 Main Topic: 0:23:04 Games: 1:13:05