Tatsunoko vs. Capcom Showdown

We got this game in the US because we complained. Let’s try to whine up a second one.



Like 2D fighting games? Like Capcom 2D fighting games? Like Capcom 2D fighting games with crazy anime characters? The Wii was blessed with the gem that is Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom, and today the crew throws down.

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Pitch a Nintendo Movie!

It’s so bad. Literally.



We all know Nintendo (and the game industry as a whole) has been with movies. Can they make a good one? We think these ideas might be winners.

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Simeon Reacts to Smash Bros. Direct

Geno. SSB5. You’re the closest you’ve ever been!


As Simeon sat down to watch Nintendo reveal the final characters in the Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS roster, he recorded his genuine initial reactions for us to enjoy. What an expressive man he is! Comment your thoughts on the DLC reveals below!

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Metroid Prime Shootout

It’s Samus vs Samus. Will Samus make it out on top?



Today we’re throwing down in a 1v1 shoot-out! Who will be victorious in the Metroid Prime 2: Echoes vs mode rumble?

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Smash DLC Reactions + Cloud Gameplay!

Exhibit A: Scott gets wupped by a Smash AI.



SSB4’s final Nintendo Direct just landed, bringing us 3 brand new characters and some extra goodies! Scott brings some reactions as well as Cloud impressions – comment below with your thoughts on the inclusions of Cloud, Corrin, and Bayonetta!

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Top 10 Best Villains of Nintendo

Surprisingly not a lot of awards going to the usual princess stealers!



HISHE
Baddest of them All
From evil turtles to pieces of paper that talk in the third person, Nintendo’s stable of villains are an odd bunch! But which are the very best? Here are our top 10 picks. Comment below with your favorite Nintendo villain!

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Create A Crossover

At this point, Metroid fans would settle for that rumored Star Fox crossover…



If you could take two Nintendo franchises and create your own glorious mashup, what would it be? Here are Scott and Simeon’s pitches! Which one would you rather play?

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We Try to Beat Wii Play Tanks

By far, the most fun game in this entire collection is one I made up on my own. It’s called ‘Punch my Mii in the Balls.’



Man your battle stations! Today we’re tackling the best part of the Wii Play collection: Tanks!

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Crazy Funny Mii Creations

… And now we know that Scott lives under a rock.



With the upcoming release of Miitomo, The Crew reflects back on some of the most creative Miis they could find

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Nintendo Is Selling 2nd GamePads?

Double the GamePad, double the fun.



With Nintendo of Japan starting to sell replacement GamePads, the Crew can’t help but wonder what a second GamePad could mean

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2015 Game Awards Reactions

Not everyone is special… but we are!



2015 is almost gone, which means it’s award show time. The Crew recaps a few highlights of this year’s Game Awards show.

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Smash Direct Predictions

We’re pretty good at predicting the future, and we assume this is no different.



Characters? Stages? Options? Only time will tell if the Crew’s predictions for the December 2015 Smash Bros. Direct will be correct!

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Nintendo Games with the Worst Controls

When all else fails: Flail.



Controls can make or break a game… Which should say something about these games. Today we discuss the Nintendo games whose controls do not hold up.

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Excite Truck Showdown

HMM HMM HMM HMM HMMMMMM!!! HMM HMM HMM HMM HMMMMMM!



The Wii’s launch was a mixed bag, but one thing’s for sure: Excite Truck is awesome. Today Simeon and Scott find out who’s the better Excite Trucker.

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Best Nintendo Spinoffs

Nintendo Milk… Yummmmm…



Nintendo charcters are so lovable that even when they’re not off on a main adventure, you want to tag along with them. Today we count down the top 10 Nintendo spin-off titles that capture the same fun the main entries do.

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Octodad: Dadliest Catch Review (Wii U)

Less talking, more flopping.



It’s clear to see that we love the Octodad character, but how well does the game hold up? Join as the crew intereviews Octodad: Dadliest catch for WiiU

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Super Mario 128 Retrospective

Believe us, Nintendo: honesty is the best policy.



Today we look at one of Miyamoto’s mysterious projects: Super Mario 128. What was it? Where did it go? Today we learn the truth.

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Octodad Black Friday Shopping – KICKED OUT

Any old excuse to get in the Octodad suit is good enough for us!



All Octodad wanted to do was get some great Black Friday savings on gifts for “his” family – is that too much to ask?! Scott had the honor of donning the costume this time, but we sure weren’t able to shoot for long!

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Nintendo Things we are Thankful For

But seriously, Reggie. Join us any time you want.



Thanksgiving: A time of food, family, and, of course, video games… I mean.. Thankfulness. On this great holiday, the crew thanks Nintendo for all of the wonderful things they’ve given us

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Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Showdown!

Today marks a special day – TBC’s first gameplay episode! Here’s to many many more.



An intense grudge-match between two hardcore Smash players. The cost of losing? Humiliation. May the odds be ever in your favor!

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