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Nintendo

Mentioned in 147 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A video game hardware and software company best known for iconic franchises including Pokémon, The Legend of Zelda, and Mario, and for developing successful gaming consoles like the Game Boy, N64, NES, and Switch. Podcasts discuss Nintendo across technology, business, and culture topics, covering product launches (particularly the Switch 2), supply chain challenges, pricing pressures, and the company's historical influence on gaming and youth screen time. The company remains a major player in gaming hardware manufacturing and remains relevant to contemporary discussions about console competition, component shortages, and gaming innovation.

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My Brother, My Brother And Me

My Brother, My Brother And Me · Apr 13, 2026

MBMBaM 809: Lesser Luigi Model

Super Mario Bros. Movie Galaxy discussed extensively; Chris Pratt cast as Mario voice actor criticized

Chris Pratt voice acting criticismVideo game movie casting decisionsSuper Mario Bros. Movie Galaxy
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Post Games

Post Games · Apr 13, 2026

Where Do Video Games Go from Here?

Major console manufacturer noted as lacking recent accessibility controller innovations compared to Xbox

AI Personhood and Ethics in Narrative GamesVideo Game Industry Economic RestructuringIndie Game Publishing Models and Sustainability
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Get Played

Get Played · Apr 13, 2026

Get Played in Japan + Devon Torrey Bryant Returns

Hosts attended Nintendo Museum and Super Mario Galaxy press screening; discussed Nintendo Switch and gaming products throughout

Japan travel experiences and cultural observationsNintendo Museum and Super Mario Galaxy press eventKojima Productions office visit and Hideo Kojima meeting
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Apr 11, 2026

Game Scoop! 852: Mario Is Missing

Primary focus: Switch 2 game rumors, remake strategy, movie tie-in approach, and franchise revival decisions

Nintendo Switch 2 game lineup rumors and release strategyZelda: Ocarina of Time remake design philosophy and player expectationsMovie-to-game tie-in strategy evolution and monetization alternatives
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Mike Reviews The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Kinda Funny Gamecast

Developer and publisher of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and subject of remake speculation

Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Game Review and Analysis3D Game Design Evolution and Industry ImpactDungeon Design Philosophy and Puzzle Complexity
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Mike Reviews The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Kinda Funny Gamecast

Developer and publisher of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time; discussed regarding remake potential and legacy IP strategy

Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Game Review and Analysis3D Action-Adventure Game Design EvolutionDungeon Design and Puzzle Mechanics
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Metal Gear Solid Movie is Finally Happening - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.10.26

Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time being reviewed by Mike on Kinda Funny for first time

Metal Gear Solid Film AdaptationAAA Game Development Budget InflationLive Service Game Launch Strategy
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Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat · Apr 10, 2026

The Rumored Ocarina of Time Remake: Everything We Want - NVC 807

Primary subject of discussion; hosts, games, and business decisions analyzed throughout episode

Ocarina of Time Remake Rumors and Development StrategyZelda Franchise Direction: Classic vs. Open-World Design PhilosophyGaming Leaks and Community Discourse Impact
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Game Theory

Game Theory · Apr 10, 2026

Mario CAN'T Feel Pain?

Developer of Mario games; senior designer Takashi Tazuka provided official statement on whether Mario feels pain

Congenital Insensitivity to Pain (CIP)Pain assessment checklists for non-verbal patientsInvoluntary pain responses and facial expressions
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Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast

Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Persona 4 Golden | Bonus Episode

Mentioned in context of 3DS ownership during the era Persona 4 Golden was released on Vita

Persona 4 Golden narrative structure and pacingSocial link system design and character developmentLGBTQ+ representation in video games (Kanji, Naoto, cut content)
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

Pokemon Champions - Gamescast Plays

Platform distributor for Pokemon Champions on Nintendo Switch, mentioned in context of Nintendo Store access

Pokemon Champions free-to-play monetization modelCompetitive doubles vs. singles battle mechanicsPokemon Home cross-game integration system
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

Pokemon Champions - Gamescast Plays

Platform distributor for Pokemon Champions, mentioned in context of Nintendo Store and Switch Online

Pokemon Champions free-to-play model and monetization strategyCompetitive Pokemon battling mechanics and doubles formatPokemon Home integration and cross-game Pokemon transfers
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

Fans ANGRY Over Pokemon Champions Messy Launch - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.08.26

Delaying 007 First Light on Switch 2 for optimization; managing Switch 2 port priorities for AAA games

Pokemon Champions Launch IssuesLive Service Game Quality ControlNintendo Switch 2 Port Optimization
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Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast

Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

Daruni-O's: They Rock! (feat. Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Fire Emblem, Advance Wars, and Cairn)

Primary focus: Ocarina of Time remake rumors, Switch 2 launch strategy, Zelda series direction under Aonuma

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Rumors and Design PhilosophyNintendo Hardware Legitimization Through Flagship RemakesOpen World Fatigue and Player Desire for Authored Dungeons
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Castle Super Beast

Castle Super Beast · Apr 8, 2026

CSB367: Fire Emblemcest: ONE House

Fire Emblem Fates criticized for incest mechanics and retroactive narrative changes that alter player save file morality

Kingdom Hearts narrative structure and character writing qualityCombat system balance and difficulty scaling in action RPGsNarrative themes in Expedition 33: mortality, hypocrisy, free will
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Giant Bombcast

Giant Bombcast · Apr 7, 2026

Giant Bombcast 935: Dark Cloud 3

Super Mario Bros. Movie franchise achieving unprecedented box office success; expanding to other IP adaptations

Super Mario Bros. Movie Box Office PerformancePlayStation PC Port Strategy ShiftStar Wars Eclipse Development Challenges
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Apr 3, 2026

Game Scoop! 851: Sony's Surprising Slump

Ranked #12 on Metacritic list with 18 releases; discussed Switch 2 pricing strategy and resistance to tariff-driven price increases

Video game publisher rankings and critical reception analysisPlayStation 5 pricing strategy and market sustainabilityConsole generation lifecycle and hardware cost inflation
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Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat · Apr 3, 2026

Logan, Peer, and Brian Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Spoiler-Free!) - NVC 806

Primary subject of discussion; created Mario franchise, Nintendo Museum, and all games reviewed in the episode

Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review and StructureVideo Game Adaptation Storytelling PhilosophyStar Fox Franchise Revival Strategy
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 2, 2026

How to Fix PlayStation - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Referenced for handheld market dominance and family-friendly IP strategy that PlayStation lacks

PlayStation Hardware Strategy and PricingFirst-Party Game Development Cadence and Scope ManagementLive Service Investment and Failure Analysis
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 2, 2026

How to Fix PlayStation - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Competitor in family gaming and handheld space; praised for creating lifelong fans through accessible IP like Mario and Switch success

PlayStation handheld strategy and market positioningLive service game investment and ROI analysisFirst-party game development cycle optimization
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Daily Tech News Show

Daily Tech News Show · Apr 2, 2026

Humans Head Back to the Moon - DTNS 5239

US Patent Office revoked patent protection for summoning mechanic; company likely to appeal decision

NASA Artemis Moon MissionCrewed Space ExplorationByteDance Sora Video Generation
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Kermode & Mayo’s Take

Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Apr 2, 2026

Level up or game over for SUPER MARIO GALAXY?

Co-producer of Super Mario Galaxy film based on their video game intellectual property

Darkly satirical comedy-thriller filmmakingVideo game film adaptations and fan serviceWorkplace bureaucracy satire in television
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Pop Culture Happy Hour

Pop Culture Happy Hour · Apr 2, 2026

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Primary subject; Super Mario Galaxy movie is Nintendo IP adaptation and brand extension discussed throughout episode

Video game movie adaptation strategyCharacter development in ensemble castsReference-based storytelling and Easter eggs
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

How to Fix Xbox - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Competitive reference point for focused IP strategy and consistent first-party game quality

Xbox Game Pass pricing and tier restructuringFirst-party exclusive game development and quality standardsStudio acquisitions and post-acquisition layoffs impact
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

How to Fix Xbox - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Competitor referenced for IP focus strategy (Mario, Pokemon, Zelda) and brand consistency

Game Pass Pricing and Tier RestructuringFirst-Party Game Exclusivity StrategyXbox Hardware Pricing and Project Helix
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

Critics SLAM The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.01.26

Super Mario Galaxy movie received poor critical reviews; patent on summoning mechanics revoked by US PTO

Super Mario Galaxy Movie Critical ReceptionVideo Game vs Film Review StandardsMind's Eye DLC Sabotage Allegations
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Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast

Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

That's Fire Emblem: Three Houses (feat. Fire Emblem: Three Houses... and Mega Man Star Force)

Major PAX East sponsor with Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 demo setups and Pokémon Champions free-to-play game presence

Roguelike Game Design EvolutionFire Emblem: Three Houses Narrative DesignGame Preservation and Legacy Collections
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Giant Bombcast

Giant Bombcast · Mar 31, 2026

Giant Bombcast 934: Ohio Derelicts

Rumored to be developing new Star Fox game and Ocarina of Time remake for 2024 release aligned with movie strategy

PlayStation 5 Price IncreaseNintendo Star Fox Remake RumorsOcarina of Time Remake
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Uncanny Valley | WIRED

Uncanny Valley | WIRED · Mar 31, 2026

The Myth That AI Will Replace Language Learning

Former employer of Duolingo's first CMO Cammie Dunaway who led marketing

AI-powered language learningEducational technology scalingPublic company growth strategy
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Mar 27, 2026

Game Scoop!: The Ultimate Mario Trivia Challenge | Live at PAX East 2026

Multiple game releases discussed including Pokéopia, Tomodachi Life, Mario Wonder, Mario Galaxy movie, and Switch 2 announcements

Pokéopia gameplay mechanics and design philosophyTomodachi Life remake features and island customizationResident Evil Requiem speedrunning and difficulty modes
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 27, 2026

Sony is Raising PS5 Prices AGAIN - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.27.26

Positioned to gain market share by potentially holding Switch 2 pricing steady while competitors raise prices; planning Ocarina of Time remake and Star Fox game

PlayStation 5 Price IncreasesConsole Hardware Affordability CrisisRAM Shortage and AI Chip Demand
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 26, 2026

Xbox Partner Preview Live Reaction (March 2026)

Super Meat Boy 3D discussed in context of March 31st Nintendo Direct announcement

Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 announcementsStranger Than Heaven (RGG Studio game)S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl expansion/DLC
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 26, 2026

Xbox Partner Preview Review (March 2026) - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.26.26

Referenced as benchmark for effective indie showcase presentation format and pacing

Xbox Partner Preview showcase production quality and presentation formatGame Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere as value propositionsStranger Than Heaven (RGG Studios) announcement and delayed deep dive
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Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 26, 2026

Mario Wonder’s Bellabel Park Is the First Great Nintendo Switch 2 Expansion - NVC 805

Primary subject; discussed Switch 2 games, pricing strategy, production adjustments, and quality-of-life features across multiple titles

Mario Wonder Bellabel Park expansion design and mechanicsPokemon Champions free-to-play monetization model and competitive impactNintendo Switch 2 digital vs physical pricing strategy
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 25, 2026

We Played Pokemon Champions - Kinda Funny Gamescast!

Publisher of Pokemon Champions, hosting HQ preview event in Bellevue and supporting official VGC championships

Pokemon Champions game mechanics and accessibilityCompetitive Pokemon barrier to entry (IV/EV grinding)Pokemon VGC (Video Game Championships) 2026 format
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 25, 2026

New Xbox CEO Could Make Game Pass Cheaper?! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.25.26

Implementing digital pricing discounts for Switch 2 exclusive titles; praised for maintaining game-first design philosophy and player satisfaction focus

Xbox Game Pass pricing strategy and subscription tier restructuringPlayStation first-party studio closures and live service project cancellationsNintendo Switch 2 digital vs. physical pricing parity
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Mar 24, 2026

Game Scoop! 850: Konami's Own Antiques Roadshow

Referenced for successful generational franchise reinvention with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom approach

Final Fantasy franchise generational appeal and development cycle impactGame length optimization for modern RPG designKonami IP licensing and Picross puzzle game integration
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 24, 2026

Epic Lays Off 1,000 People Amid Fortnite Downturn - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.24.26

Cut Switch 2 production by 30% (from 6M to 4M units) despite strong sales; waiting for Pokemon Pocopia and other titles to justify increased output.

Epic Games Layoffs and Fortnite Engagement DeclineLive-Service Game Business Model SustainabilityNintendo Switch 2 Production Cuts and Sales Expectations
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Mar 20, 2026

Game Scoop! 849: Look How They Massacred My Girl

Referenced for Virtual Boy re-release and various game franchises discussed throughout the episode

DLSS5 AI Graphics TechnologyCharacter Model Alteration and Artistic VisionResident Evil Requiem Gameplay and Design
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 20, 2026

Crimson Desert Studio Shares PLUMMET After Reviews - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.19.26

Developing Switch 2 with removable battery model for EU market compliance with right-to-repair regulations; Switch 2 outpacing original Switch sales by 45%

Crimson Desert sales performance and critical reception disconnectDay-one sales vs. long-term sales trajectory predictionRight-to-repair legislation and hardware design implications
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Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 20, 2026

Judging YOUR Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 804

Primary subject of discussion; hosts analyze Nintendo's game design, pricing, online infrastructure, and Switch 2 updates

Nintendo Switch 2 handheld mode boost backwards compatibilityMario Kart Double Dash design and mechanics debateSuper Mario Sunshine world-building and level design
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 20, 2026

Crimson Desert: Andy's Journey Begins! - Kinda Funny Gamescast Plays Sponsored by 5HE

Breath of the Wild cited as benchmark for exploration-focused open-world design with minimal narrative direction

Game Engine Architecture and OptimizationOpen-World Game Design PhilosophyQuest Design and Player Motivation
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 19, 2026

The Most DIVISIVE Video Game Reviews of All Time - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Publisher of Skyward Sword and Pokemon games discussed as examples of divisive reviews and critical consensus

Video Game Review Scores and Metacritic AggregationDivisive Game Reviews and Critical ConsensusCrimson Desert Reception and Review Controversy
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 18, 2026

NVIDIA CEO on Haters: ‘They’re completely wrong’ - Kinda Funny Games Daily LIVE 03.18.26

Referenced regarding hypothetical DLSS 5 application to stylized games like Mario

DLSS 5 Generative AI TechnologyGame Developer Communication and TransparencyAI-Generated Visual Content in Games
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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 17, 2026

NVIDIA DLSS 5 Pisses Off Everyone - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.17.26

Released Nintendo Switch system update adding handheld mode boost feature to improve graphics fidelity in TV mode resolution

NVIDIA DLSS 5 AI Graphics TechnologyAI-Generated Character Faces in GamesGame Developer Artistic Control vs. AI Tools
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Game Scoop!

Game Scoop! · Mar 13, 2026

Game Scoop! 848: A Marathon and a Sprint

Presented Donkey Kong Bonanza development techniques at GDC, showcasing voxel destruction technology on Switch 2

Extraction Shooter Game DesignRoguelike Deck-Builder MechanicsVoxel-Based Destruction Systems
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Nintendo Voice Chat

Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 13, 2026

Our Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 803

Primary subject of discussion; hosts analyze Nintendo's game design philosophy, movie strategy, and Switch 2 exclusive lineup

Pokemon Pokopia gameplay mechanics and design philosophyNintendo Switch 2 exclusive game library strategyMario movie franchise impact on Nintendo brand perception
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One Song

One Song · Mar 12, 2026

Alanis Morissette's "You Oughta Know"

Video game company with Super Mario Brothers movie advertisement in episode

Alanis Morissette's "You Oughta Know" song analysis and production1990s music production technology and home studio capabilitiesSongwriting process and publishing splits in the music industry
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Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 11, 2026

Deciding The Greatest Video Game Sequel of ALL TIME - Kinda Funny Gamescast

Multiple Nintendo sequels debated: Smash Melee, Kingdom Hearts 2, Hades 2, Pokemon Gold/Silver

Video Game Sequel Design PhilosophyMetacritic Scoring vs. Player PreferenceOnline Multiplayer Infrastructure Evolution
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Lex Fridman Podcast

Lex Fridman Podcast · Mar 11, 2026

#493 – Jeff Kaplan: World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Blizzard, and Future of Gaming

Discussed as mecca of game development; Breath of the Wild cited as greatest game ever made

World of Warcraft quest design and leveling systemsGame director leadership and creative decision-makingOverwatch hero design and team-based shooter mechanics
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