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This Week in Switch 2
by Shacknews
This Week in Switch 2 will allow for all of the Shacknews staff members to share their opinions of the hardware, games, and operating system on a weekly basis. Instead of rushing to get a review-in-progress posted, Shacknews has chosen to take our time with the Nintendo Switch 2 as well as Mario Kart World in the interest of providing useful review content. This Week in Switch 2 will allow all of us to share our latest impressions of the console instead of remaining silent as the review work continues.
Episodes
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This Week in Switch 2 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Preview & Resident Evil Remakes
Donovan played The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake before Asif and David! David talks about Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 on Switch 2 and the guys share our dream character roster for an Xbox platform fighting game.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Preview, Arjun in SF6 & Xbox Not For Sale
Donovan talks about his time at the Nintendo Switch Sports Resort preview event and the guys all chat about the latest gaming news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda Hype, Fortnitemares, Minecraft Live News, and the Xbox Reset Continues
The guys talk about the latest news of the week and dive into what horrors await Xbox fans as the company continues to restructure its game studios.
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This Week in Switch 2 - TGS 2026 Recap + Mega Man, Monster Hunter Wilds & Final Fantasy Previews
Donovan joins Asif in Tokyo for a very special episode from TGS 2026 and David shares his thoughts on LEGO Batman for Switch 2.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review & David Pisses Off The Internet
Donovan talks about his Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave review experience, and David explains his "Kojima is overrated" take.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Direct Reaction and Analysis
The guys react to all the latest news in this week's Nintendo Direct.
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This Week in Switch 2 - The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Direct Reaction and Analysis
The guys react to the latest Zelda Direct with a focus on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake!
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This Week in Switch 2 - Pokémon Worlds + Orbitals & Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reviews
We're back with a new episode breaking down the latest gaming news of the week. Donovan talks about his experience at Pokémon Worlds, TJ stops by to talk about his reviews of Orbitals and Onimusha: Way of the Sword and we all share our thoughts on all of the news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Preview & gamescom Opening Night Live Reaction
The guys are back with another great episode featuring David's impressions of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition.
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This Week in Switch 2 - The Duskbloods & Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Hands-on Previews
The guys are back with an extra long episode breaking down the latest gaming news of the week. Asif talks about his experience with The Duskbloods and Donovan waxes poetic about Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda Rumors & Nintendo (NTDOY) Q1 FY27 Earnings Results Reaction
The guys are back with a great discussion about the latest Nintendo news of the past week including Zelda rumors and Q1 FY27 earnings results.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Super Mario Sunshine for GameCube App & PlayStation Doubles Down on No Discs
The guys are back with another great conversation about the latest gaming news of the week. We did have some technical difficulties with the recording and exporting of this week's episode. Please understand.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Splatoon Raiders Review Scores, Nintendo Store Tokyo & Pokémon Unite News
The guys are back with a lively discussion about the latest gaming news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Explosive Diarrhea, OLED Rumors & The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
The guys are back with a very special episode addressing the latest public health crisis in the United States alongside a lively discussion about the games industry.
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This Week in Switch 2 - PlayStation's Physical Media Fiasco, Xbox Layoffs & Nintendo's Annual Report
The guys are back with an extra large episode breaking down all of the latest Nintendo news, PlayStation's fumbled all digital announcement, and Microsoft's ongoing destruction of the Xbox brand.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Falco Lombardi's Splatoon Raiders Preview with Guest Host Fox McCloud
Star Fox takes over the podcast on this very special episode. Falco also shares his thoughts on Splatoon Raiders.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Steam Machine Price Reaction, Star Fox Review, and AI Ruins Everything Again
We're back with an extra large episode breaking down my Star Fox review, AI ruining everything again, and all of the latest Nintendo news. We also react to the Steam Machine's price reveal.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Rhythm Heaven Groove Preview, Xbox Falls & Kingdom Hearts or Kingdom Farts
The guys are back with a conversation about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 4K Remake, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Grave Seasons, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and the fall of the Xbox brand. We wrap up the show with a very special game that pits David and Donovan against each other.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Confirmed, Nintendo Direct & Summer Game Fest
The guys breakdown all of the news from the past week's Nintendo Direct, Summer Game Fest, and Xbox Games Showcase and celebrate The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 4K Remake being officially confirmed on this very special episode.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Star Fox Preview, Mina the Hollower Review, FF7 Rebirth Impressions & More
The guys are back with a huge discussion about Star Fox, Mina the Hollower, Steam Deck OLED's price increase, and the latest Nintendo news.
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This Week in Switch 2 - 007 First Light Review & Bloomberg Busts Its Own Nintendo (NTDOY) FUD
The guys are back with a discussion about Donovan's 007 First Light review and Bloomberg actually busted its own FUD for Asif. We also touch on some more gaming news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Pictonico! Reaction, Weird Nintendo + Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review
The guys are back with a discussion featuring our reaction to Nintendo's Pictonico! announcement, Donovan's Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and a break down of all the latest gaming news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Star Fox, Mixtape Review, Price Increases & Nintendo (NTDOY) FY27 Forecast
The guys are back with an extra large episode breaking down the Star Fox Direct and all of the news breaking from Nintendo's latest financial report. We talk about the Switch 2 price increases and eBay's rejection of GameStop's acquisition proposal. Donovan also gives us a summary of his Mixtape...
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This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo (NTDOY) Earnings Preview, 007 First Light & GameStop + eBay?
The guys are back with a conversation about 007 First Light, GameStop's eBay acquisition proposal, and all the latest gaming news of the week. We also breakdown what to expect ahead of Nintendo's FY26 financial report.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Final Fantasy XIV, Capcom's Crushing It, Third Mario Movie & We Are Xbox
We're back with a news-packed episode! The guys discuss Final Fantasy XIV coming to Switch 2, Capcom's earnings, and Koei Tecmo's comments on Pokemon Pokopia sales. Universal may have leaked the next Nintendo movie and "We Are Xbox" apparently? Asif is also on a tear in F-Zero 99. We wrap up with…
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This Week in Switch 2 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Preview, Zelda Movie Leaks & Splatoon Raiders
We're back with a news-packed episode featuring a discussion about the latest Zelda Movie leaks, Splatoon Raiders gameplay and release date announcement, and Donovan's preview of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Asif also provides an update on his F-Zero 99 career.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pragmata & Mouse: P.I. For Hire Reviews
The guys are back with another great episode featuring a detailed chat about TJ's reviews of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. Donovan also talks about his Pragmata review and we all chat about Pokemon Champions' wonky launch.
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This Week in Switch 2 - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Box Office Numbers, Monolith Talks Zelda & More
We're back with another jam-packed episode featuring additional discussion of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's massive opening weekend numbers and a breakdown of all the latest Nintendo news and leaks from the past week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review and Spoilercast + Nintendo News & Leaks
The gang assembles to share our thoughts of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and dive into spoilers alongside Nintendo news and leaks.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Preview, Mario Wonder & NTDOY FUD Busting
We're back with another jam-packed episode featuring a discussion about TJ's Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream preview, Donovan's impressions of Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition, and a rundown of all of the latest Nintendo news. Asif even busts some Bloomberg FUD before we wrap the show...
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This Week in Switch 2 - Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Hands-on, Pokopia Launch Sales & Pikmin in NCU!
We're back with a great episode featuring David's hands-on impressions of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition running in handheld mode, a chat about DLSS, and some Pokopia news. The gang also welcomes in our new Talking Flower co-host!
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This Week in Switch 2 - Monster Hunter Stories 3 Review, Final Mario Galaxy Trailer & Pokopia Rules!
We have a packed episode featuring the gang's breakdown of the final trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. TJ talks about his Monster Hunter Stories 3 review, and Asif puts on a tinfoil hat to describe the future of the Nintendo Cinematic Universe (NCU).
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This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch 9th Anniversary, Pokémon Day Reactions & NTDOY Buyback News
The gang is back with a look back at the original Nintendo Switch on its 9th anniversary. They also share their reactions to Pokémon Day.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Resident Evil Requiem Review, Pokémon Day Predictions & Xbox Exec Shakeup
This episode features an in-depth discussion about David's Resident Evil Requiem review. The gang shares our Pokémon Day expectations, thoughts on Sarah Bond and Phil Spencer's departures from Xbox, and Asif talks about F-Zero 99's Meteor Limited Time Event.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Virtual Boy's Here, Love Eternal Review, Pokopia News & AI Ruins Everything
Asif shares his thoughts on Virtual Boy for Nintendo Switch and calls for a consumer boycott of AI on this very special episode. The gang also talks about the latest Nintendo news of the week.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Pokémon Pokopia Preview, More Mario Tennis Fever & Nintendo Direct Reaction
Donovan breaks down his experience playing Pokémon Pokopia at a Nintendo preview event in NYC and chats about his Mario Tennis Fever review. The gang tries to solve the mystery of Donkey Kong's family tree, and we also react to all of the news from the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase on this...
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This Week in Switch 2 - Mario Tennis Fever preview, Nintendo earnings reaction & Dispatch censorship
The guys are back with a slew of Switch 2 hands-on previews from Donovan and our reaction to Nintendo's latest earnings report. We also chat about Dispatch's censorship controversy and the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Nintendo Direct.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Mario Galaxy Movie Yoshi Reveal Reaction, FF7 Remake Intergrade & Patches
The guys react to the newest Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer featuring Yoshi, Donovan talks about Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, and we break down all of the latest patches coming to Splatoon 3, Mario Kart World, Kirby Air Riders, and even Donkey Kong Returns HD!
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This Week in Switch 2 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0.0 Impressions & Devon Pritchard Sighting
We are back with an episode focused on the Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0.0 update. Asif and David share their opinions on the latest patch, and Shacknews Senior News Editor TJ Denzer joins the show to talk about his first impressions playing ACNH.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Furukawa Talks RAM Impact, 2026 Nintendo Predictions & Buying NTDOY Stock
The guys are back with our 32nd episode. We talk about our Nintendo predictions for 2026, games we played over break, and Furukawa's comments on RAM prices. Asif also talks about his trip to Japan and his own portfolio moves.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Mario Kart World Review, Our Games of the Year 2025 & So Long, Doug Bowser!
We are back with the final episode of This Week in Switch 2 in 2025 featuring a discussion about my long-awaited Mario Kart World review, our thoughts on all of The Game Awards news, and our farewell to Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. The gang also shares our personal Switch 2 Games of...
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This Week in Switch 2 - Doug Bowser Alert, Skate Story Review & Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Impressions
We chat about Asif's Skate Story review, our thoughts on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Mario Kart World's 1.3.0 update, and a wild F-Zero 99 update appears. Asif also shares some terrible news about his social media life with the gang.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review, Ball x Pit Rules & More Pokémon Legends: Z-A
The guys are back with a closer look at the Donovan's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review. David provides an update on his Pokémon Legends: Z-A playthrough, and the gang helps Asif accept and understand his addiction to Ball x Pit.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Review
The 28th episode features the long-awaited Shacknews Nintendo Switch 2 review. Asif breaks down the best and worst parts of the biggest product release of 2025 in this very special episode. David also shares his impressions of Pokémon Legends: Z-A and we chat about some Nintendo news.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda Movie, Steam Machine Reaction & The Myles McKenzie Metroid Meltdown
The 27th episode features a chat about the Zelda movie, Steam's hardware announcements, and the Internet's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond temper tantrum.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview, Kirby Air Riders Demo & Future Mario Games
The 26th episode features a discussion about Donovan's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond hands-on preview, Asif's thoughts on the Kirby Air Riders Global Test Demo, and a breakdown of the Nintendo earnings Q&A and some comments Shigeru Miyamoto made about the future of Mario games and the IP as a whole.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review, ACNH 3.0 & Nintendo Earnings!
The 25th episode features a chat about TJ's Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment review, a breakdown of Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update news, and a Nintendo earnings release wrap up.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Tons of Nintendo news, Kirby Air Riders Direct reaction & Halo on PS5?
We are back with the latest episode of This Week in Switch 2 featuring a discussion breaking down a busy slate of Nintendo news, our reaction to the second Kirby Air Riders Direct, and thoughts on Halo: Campaign Evolved's upcoming PS5 release.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted Review, Persona 3 Reload & Nintendo Rumors
The 23rd episode features a chat about David's Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted review, Donovan's thoughts on the Persona 3 Reload Switch 2 port, Asif's impressions of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, another Nintendo Today! app update, and Nintendo rumors.
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This Week in Switch 2 - Pokemon Legends Z-A Review, ROG Xbox Ally X Hands-on & Close to You Breakdown
The 22nd episode features a chat about our Pokemon Legends: Z-A review, ROG Xbox Ally X hands-on impressions, and thoughts on the Close to You short video from Nintendo Pictures.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This Week in Switch 2 will allow for all of the Shacknews staff members to share their opinions of the hardware, games, and operating system on a weekly basis. Instead of rushing to get a review-in-progress posted, Shacknews has chosen to take our time with the Nintendo Switch 2 as well as Mario Kart World in the interest of providing useful review content. This Week in Switch 2 will allow all of us to share our latest impressions of the console instead of remaining silent as the review work continues.
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