What Nintendo Has Taught Us

Posted on 09/18/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Also we’ve learned to dislike money!

#599 – Nintendo has been around our whole lives, and when we take the time to stop and reflect on it, it turns out: we’ve learned quite a lot from the quirky Japanese game publisher. We knew Nintendo was fun and creative, but also a source of life lessons? Why not! Simeon and Scott have a list, as well as some great additions from Two Button Crew patrons. Thanks, Crew!

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Underrated Games You Have to Play

Posted on 09/16/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

You won’t be sorry.

We don’t want you to miss these golden titles! We’ve played all these underrated games, and they deserve a lot more attention than they get. You can find all these on the cheap, so take our word and thank us later!

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PAX 2017 Trip Recap Vlog + Nindies

Posted on 09/15/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Got to meet: Peer, Brian, Zach, and even Jose!

#598 – We really had an awesome trip to PAX West 2017. Our patrons funded the trip, and we’re super thankful that you guys made it happen. In this Vlog you’ll get to see us travel, snag some last-minute Sunday passes, meet IGN staff, sneak into the showfloor while it was closed(!), play some Nindie titles, as well as new Mario & Luigi and Fire Emblem Warriors games! Make sure to watch until the end!

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Pokken Tournament DX Impressions (PAX 2017)

Posted on 09/14/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

I think I discovered a pattern… this guy always let me win Round 1 and then spanked me!

#597 – Pokken is back! We played the original on Wii U, but now the Switch is receiving a deluxe inversion that includes all the arcade characters, plus a newcomer! Scott challenges a Nintendo rep in this video, so forgive him if he gets spanked. At least you get to see four playable characters in action that weren’t available on the Wii U version!

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Mario Odyssey Gameplay + Impressions (PAX 2017)

Posted on 09/13/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Yes, it is great.

#596 – Super Mario Odyssey is Nintendo’s next big hit game coming to Switch. We went hands-on and explored the Sand Kingdom. Included in this demo are a few different 8-bit challenge sections, purple coin locations, and an interesting Capture mechanic that involves a big Tiki Head and sunglasses. Enjoy this sneak-peak at Super Mario Odyssey!

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Runner3 Gameplay + Impressions (PAX 2017)

Posted on 09/12/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Looking REALLY good for a 2018 title!

#595 – Runner3 is the third installment in the Bit.Trip Runner/Runner series, made by Gaijin Games/Choice Provisions. Commander Video has gone through some changes, including receiving the ability to double jump, wall-jump, and more! We went hands-on with a number of different levels and environments, and we gotta say, development seems pretty far along. It’s a really polished indie game. This is a tough one though, so forgive Scott when he dies!

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Metroid: Samus Returns Gameplay + Impressions (PAX 2017)

Posted on 09/11/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

We got a lengthy hands-on with Samus, but you only have to wait a few days to take a copy home yourself!

#594 – Metroid: Samus Returns is almost upon us! Before you take the game home on Friday, take a look at our footage. Don’t worry – we adjust the camera a few times so you can get a closer look. It actually plays really well, and looks so much better in person. The 3D is great, each area is like a little window into the alien planet. And the animation is top-notch. See for yourself!

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What Gameboy Games Should be Remade?

Posted on 09/09/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Just can’t get over the awesomeness of Samus Returns!

Metroid: Samus Returns is a dream come true. While providing us a new Metroid game, Nintendo is also reusing something from the Gameboy library. GB games are the perfect source for remakes, as many gamers today haven’t tapped into that library, and many of those experiences would be worthy of replaying with a face-lift. We don’t want Samus to be the only one Returning from the Gameboy days, so we’ve made a list of the titles we’d like to see. What did we forget? Let us know in the comments!

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Heads-Up: Two Button Crew Edition!

Posted on 09/08/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Slightly self-indulgent? Never!

#593 – Buckle up and prepare for some inside jokes! Today we’re playing Heads-Up: Two Button Crew Edition in the app’s Create Your Own Deck mode. Simeon and Scott challenge each other to recall words from Nintendo and TBC lexicons. Can they reach each other’s minds? And more importantly… can you keep up?

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Predicting The Final 3DS Games (Before it Dies)

Posted on 09/07/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

But what we really want is Face Raiders 2, of course.

#592 – 2011 is the year Nintendo 3DS launched, followed quickly by Wii U. Nintendo’s home console floundered and died while their revolutionary portable thrived, building up an amazing catalog of games and huge install base worldwide. Finally, in 2017, it appears that the system is winding down and coming in for a landing. As such, we started to think about what its final games would be, and we’ve made this list for your viewing pleasure!

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What’s Gotta Happen with Mario Party?

Posted on 09/06/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Maybe Mario party 15 will finally be good at this pace!

#591 – Mario Party is a floundering series. Numerous sequels hit store shelves in regular intervals, and Nintendo has been experimenting lately with its formula, hoping that the next game would be the one to solve the series’ declining popularity. Unfortunately, Nintendo has yet to strike gold since basically Mario Party 3 on the Nintendo 64. Simeon and Scott are here to diagnose the problems and figure out what Mario needs to do in order to get back to partying in earnest!

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Apps that Switch Needs Now!

Posted on 09/05/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

OH MAN, we forgot to say Miitomo!

#590 – Nintendo has been sliding by unchallenged in a few areas with their new Switch console. Why? I think we give them a pass because the system is fun to play and the games are so stellar. But there are some things they definitely need to answer for, such as Virtual Console, voice chat, friends codes, and today’s topic: apps. Where’s our Netflix? Twitch? Come on! It’s an HD portable screen, let’s make use of it for goodness sake.

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Hey! Pikmin Review (3DS)

Posted on 09/04/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Finally, the sequel to Hey You Pikachu!

#589 – Hey! Pikmin launched on the 3DS as a big departure from the series. The world of Pikmin has been flattened from 3 dimensions to 2, but how does the gameplay fare after the transition? Is this 3DS title worth tearing you away from your shiny new Switch?

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How to Have Fun Playing Video Games

Posted on 09/01/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Now you NEED to have fun – no excuses!

#588 – We wish we could say we have “nothing but love” for video games, but to be honest, sometimes it’s more of a love/hate relationship. Our goal at Two Button Crew has always been to enhance your enjoyment of Nintendo gaming and fandom, so today we’re doing that quite literally: explaining how to have fun while gaming. We’ve got tips for casual and competitive environments, as well as single player gaming. Hope it helps!

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Is Multiplayer Mario a BAD Idea?

Posted on 08/31/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

In a word: yes.

#587 – We haven’t seen the New Super Mario Bros. games in a little while, but is that such a bad thing? Nintendo was leaning heavily into the multiplayer aspects of these games, but many gamers found it surprisingly frustrating to share the screen with their friends. Maybe Mario just isn’t a well-suited series for multiplayer. Let’s discuss it! Footage credit: TheRunawayGuys, WiiLikeToPlay

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Best Podcasts for Nintendo Fans

Posted on 08/30/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

You simply MUST be a podcast listener, we implore you!

#586 – Podcasts are magical. Why? Because fandoms thrive in the format. Where you might not have many real life friends to discuss your favorite shows, games, and topics with, there is ALWAYS a podcast for you to listen to. That’s especially true for the Nintendo community, with an abundance of professional and hobby shows to choose from. We’ve gathered the best suggestions, so get ready to subscribe and thank us later!

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BWAAAAH! (“History of Raving Rabbids”)

Posted on 08/29/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Mario + Minions: IP Battle

#585 – Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle hits store shelves (and eShop) today! To celebrate this monumental partnership with Nintendo, we’re looking back on where the Rabbids came from. Their humble origins started with an Ubisoft launch game on Wii, and they’ve skyrocketed to success ever since. Come for a trip down memory lane with us!

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Favorite Art Styles in Gaming

Posted on 08/28/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

Put that in your paint brush and stroke it.

#584 – Are video games art? You bet they are! Or… they CAN be. Simeon and Scott have an eye for artistic expression in games, and today we’ve gathered a list of the best looking games to feast your eyes upon. We hope you enjoy!

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Are Classic Editions the New Virtual Console?

Posted on 08/26/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

We will be attending Classics Anonymous.

“Virtual Console” isn’t a term that we hear much these days, especially compared to all the buzz surrounding the SNES Classic Edition and the NES version before it. We’re wondering: Are these special retro consoles here to stay, while VC takes a back seat? Will we ever see Virtual Console on Switch? Let’s discuss!Footage credit: Polygon

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#GamesExplainedBadly

Posted on 08/25/2017 by Scott — No Comments ↓

As you can see, we are full of original ideas.

#583 – When you take a game too literally, you come up with some pretty hilarious descriptions! Our job today is to make you laugh by giving you terrible explanations for games. For once, we’re trying NOT to be helpful. And we think you’ll enjoy the results.

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