We have so much Nintendo news to talk about this week! First, Logan, Justin, and Chris review Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition. Then, they talk about the week’s news, including Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club, Splatoon 3’s big grand festival, the return of amiibo, and if Nintendo just dropped the first real hint about Switch 2. Follow us on Twitter: ToadstoolBR | https://x.com/toadstoolbrLogan Plant | https://x.com/loganjplantJustin Koreis | https://x.com/koreisChris Shriver | https://x.com/SHRIVES93 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GKVqZTRVAQ Would you like your voice heard on Episode 100? Send us a voice memo over at https://sayhi.chat/toadstoolbr

Kat Bailey enters the boardroom this week to rank all 13 NES games that appear on Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition. What are the best games from Nintendo’s first console? And is Excitebike better than Logan thinks? Plus, Justin shares his thoughts on TMNT: Splintered Fate, and Logan thinks he’s cracked the code to the theme for Splatoon 3’s final consequential Splatfest. Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/toadstoolbr Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GKVqZTRVAQ Would you like your voice heard on Episode 100? Send us a voice memo over at https://sayhi.chat/toadstoolbr

Nintendo confused us all with its latest social media marketing: A mysterious 15-second video that appears to tease a mature horror game... Published by Nintendo!? This week, Logan and Justin speculate: Who is Emio? What is this unknown horror game, and when will Nintendo tell us more? Plus, impressions on the hottest release of the summer: Nintendo Switch Sports basketball.

Much has been said about Luigi Mansion 2’s mission layout, but how about a positive take? This week, Chris lays out why the HD remaster of Dark Moon has been perfect for playing in bursts during this busy time in his life. Plus, Nintendo talked about passing the torch to younger creators, generative AI, and a whole lot more at the annual shareholders meeting, and there’s a really cool Club Nintendo Kickstarter you should check out.

In the aftermath of last week’s explosive episode and Nintendo Direct, Logan and Justin talk about what YOU thought of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Metroid Prime 4, and the Direct as a whole. Plus, the Pyoro leaker era appears to be over, as the boardroom discusses Nintendo’s approach to keeping its announcements quieter than ever ahead of the Direct. And, a couple of Switch exclusives are out this week, and Logan shares his thoughts on Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, and why Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble is his new favorite game of 2024.

This week's Nintendo Direct was full of surprises, and one of the biggest was The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. But, the Boardroom isn't entirely thrilled! Join Logan, Justin, and Chris as they discuss the pros and cons of Zelda's solo adventure. Plus, thoughts on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario & Luigi Brothership, and why Donkey Kong fans deserve better. Finally, the biggest reveal of them all: Basketball is coming to Nintendo Switch Sports.

The Boardroom is back after a week off with a lot to talk about! Hear Justin's thoughts on the new Switch hero shooter Star Wars Hunters, PlayStation publishing a first-party game on Nintendo Switch, Chris' biggest video game disappointment of all time, and more.

Is the LEGO Great Deku Tree worth $300? Probably not, but Logan’s likely going to buy it anyways. This week, join Logan and Chris as they talk about the future of Zelda LEGO sets, predict the June Nintendo Direct, and talk about how the heck Mario Kart 8 can be 10 years old already.

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is here, and it’s still amazing! Join Logan and Chris as they break down Logan’s review of this classic Nintendo RPG. Plus, the guys share their favorite games across the Mario RPG catalog. Then, they break down Nintendo’s acquisition of Shiver Entertainment and Chris talks about a new process to play N64 games natively on PC. Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GKVqZTRVAQ

This week, it’s Justin’s turn to pick what Nintendo got right and wrong this generation. Join the Boardroom as they discuss how we live in a golden age of Nintendo merchandise, to the point where even Masahiro Sakurai is sharing how he organizes his collection. Plus, we criticize Nintendo for the lack of great sports games on Switch. Watch the Sakurai video: https://youtu.be/3tpttuaYiPI?si=WO9hU16RlfdhpuS- This week, it’s Justin’s turn to pick what Nintendo got right and wrong this generation. Join the Boardroom as they discuss how we live in a golden age of Nintendo merchandise, to the point where even Masahiro Sakurai is sharing how he organizes his collection. Plus, we criticize Nintendo for the lack of great sports games on Switch. Watch the Sakurai video: https://youtu.be/3tpttuaYiPI?si=WO9hU16RlfdhpuS- Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GKVqZTRVAQ

It's Nintendo Financials Season! Nintendo went all-out this time around, confirming plans to discuss its new hardware this fiscal year, and scheduling a Nintendo Direct in June to round out the Switch software lineup for the rest of 2024. Join Logan and Chris this week as they discuss expectations for the Direct and thoughts on the Switch 2 messaging. Plus, hear their mixed reactions to the announcement of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition.

Logan played Endless Ocean Luminous, and it’s one of his least favorite Nintendo games on Switch. Join the Boardroom this week to find out why he thinks you should skip this one. Then, the panel talks about Paper Mario previews, the latest batch of Switch 2 rumors (boo), and more.

This week, the inmates are running the asylum here at the Toadstool Boardroom! Join Chris and Justin as they discuss new creative ways for Nintendo to reboot dormant franchises that mean so much to them, how Nintendo might handle the ever-evolving AI landscape and more.

Another Nintendo Indie World showcase has come and gone with no sign of Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Logan is tired of you asking about it! This week, join the Boardroom as they talk about highlights from the indie showcase, why you all need to calm down about Silksong, and another edition of what Nintendo got right and wrong in the Switch generation. Plus, we ask the question: Was the Wii U better than Switch at one very specific feature? You’ll have to listen to the end to find out!

As we (hopefully) near the end of the Switch generation, we’re starting our long form retrospective on what Nintendo got right and wrong this generation. This week, Chris brings his picks to the table. Plus, we say goodbye to 3DS and Wii U, and answer your listener questions.

What’s the best Nintendo franchise? Join Logan, Justin, and Chris as they each draft a team of six Nintendo franchises. Where will Star Fox get picked? You’ll have to listen to find out. Plus, Chris shares his thoughts on Princess Peach: Showtime, and the panel discusses expectations for the next Animal Crossing, how Switch 2 will fit in a crowded market of hybrid consoles, and more. Interested in joining us for the last 3DS/Wii U game night EVER?! We'll be playing on Saturday 4/6 - details in our Discord Server: https://t.co/d2XYItr9ut

Princess Peach: Showtime! has been out in the wild for a week, and it's finally time to talk about it in the Boardroom! Join Logan and Justin as they discuss Nintendo's latest first-party game, and stick around to hear Justin share his thoughts on MLB The Show 24. Plus, the best Nintendo Switch games Justin saw at PAX East, the hype continues to build for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and Nintendo continues to spread the F-Zero love.

It’s been 10 years since Nintendo’s iconic Year of Luigi came to a close, and Logan, Justin, and Chris are here to reflect on Mario’s wacky brother and all the celebrations from one of the worst financial years in Nintendo history. Plus, the panel talks about all of the news from Mario Day, impressions of the Princess Peach: Showtime demo, and more.

Nintendo has gone after a popular Switch emulator, and Chris and Justin are here to educate Logan on what all of it means. Plus, the panel talks about Nintendo’s plans for Mario Day, Logan gets fired up about the Nintendo leaker running rampant on Twitter, and they reflect on the launch of the Switch seven years ago.

Splatoon 3 Side Order is here, and it’s great! Join Logan, Justin, and Chris as they discuss Splatoon’s new roguelite DLC. Plus, the guys talk about the announcement of Pokemon Legends ZA, and what that means for Nintendo’s Fall 2024 lineup. Then, we answer your questions in the E. Gadd’s Emails segment. Want to chat with the Boardroom members and fans more regularly? Consider joining our Discord Server where we chat about all things Nintendo, Nontendo, and organize game nights. See you there! https://discord.gg/GKVqZTRVAQ