The SwitchCast - A Nintendo Switch Podcast

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The SwitchCast is more than a show where we talk about Nintendo Switch news and game reviews. We are a lively community of Nintendo Switch players who organize competitive events, contests, and interviews with some of the coolest names in the industry.

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173 episodes

Indie World Presents, Demon Slayer Anime, and Back to Work!

Let's all give thanks for great games (and gainful employment) with this recap of the latest Indie World Showcase, the Demon Slayer anime, and your feedback from last podcast. TIMESTAMPS: 0:17 - Show Feedback 8:56 - The Indie World Showcase 33:12 - Demon Slayer (Anime)

45m
Nov 23, 2023
Pokemon TCG Live, The Thing, Switch 2, and the Hunt

There's still life in this podcast yet! KC is back to just talk about some stuff in gaming, movies, and life in what might be a new formula for the future. TIMESTAMPS: 4:43 - Pokemon TCG Live 13:31 - The Thing (1982) 19:09 - Nintendo Switch 2 24:49 - The Job Hunt

32m
Nov 01, 2023
Special Announcement / Episode 1 Retro Repost

A special annoucement about the future of The SwitchCast followed by a special retro repost of our first-ever episode.

53m
Jul 19, 2023
Critical Role TotK, Street Fighter 6, Dead Cells, and News Rundown

It's been an interesting week, with a big non-Switch distraction in the form of Street Fighter 6. But we still manage to review Dead Cells and catch up on the week's Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 12m
Jun 08, 2023
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Honkai: Star Rail and

The biggest game for Nintendo Switch has finally landed, and we can't wait to talk about our initial experiences with this immense and amazing adventure through Hyrule. We also spend some time chatting about some Nintendo-esque reveals coming out of Sony this past week. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 17m
Jun 01, 2023
Lost Epic and the Super Mario Bros. Movie

Please take your seats, we will now be reviewing the Super Mario Bros. movie! We will also take a look at the souls-like platformer Lost Epic for Nintendo Switch, but not before KC's latest complaint about Pokemon UNITE. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 26m
May 22, 2023
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Pokemon Chess, and News Rundown

We both got boots on the ground with Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp. Plus, we open a Pokemon Chess challenge to the listeners, all before running down all the latest Nintendo Switch news. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 6m
May 09, 2023
Cereza and the Lost Demon, and the April Indie World Showcase

Fresh from the Bacta Tanks, we're back at fully healed and ready to review some games! First up is Cereza and the Lost Demon with a quick chat about KC's first foray into Omega Strikers. Next up, we rundown all of the Nintendo Switch gems inside this month's Indie World Showcase. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 13m
May 01, 2023
Indie Games of PAX East, Best of April Fools, and News Rundown

This week, JV takes us for a stroll through the indie game alley of PAX East, including Wildfrost and Wargroove 2. We also recap the best gags from April Fool's Day, and rundown all the real Nintendo Switch news that's gone down. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

55m
Apr 10, 2023
PAX East Recap and First Tears of the Kingdoms Gameplay

JV's back from PACKS East, and he has lots of amazing packs and bags to discuss. Plus. we take a deep dive into the first gameplay presentation of Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 8m
Apr 03, 2023
Backbeat and KC's Fight Club

It's a quick one this week, as JV is PAXing it up. But KC is dropping a review of the tactical puzzle music mix of Backbeat, along with some fun community announcements. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

26m
Mar 27, 2023
Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Octopath Traveler II (First Impressions) and News Rundown

JV makes dreams come true with his review of Kirby's Return to Dream Land. KC sets off on a new trail with Octopath Traveler II. And we catch up on all the latest Nintendo Switch news out in the world! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 20m
Mar 14, 2023
Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition, Wild Hearts, and Pokemon Day 2023

KC cracks open the new Octopath Traveler 2 Collector's Edition while JV steps over to the other side to play Wild Hearts for a comparison to the Monster Hunter series. Plus, we all take a trip to the Pokemon Center to see what's cookin' for this year's Pokemon Day presentation. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 18m
Mar 07, 2023
Nintendo Direct Part 2 and Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion

This week, we wrap up the final reveals of the Nintendo Direct, including the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trailer and the Metroid Prime remake for Nintendo Switch. KC also summon up a review of Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 2m
Feb 20, 2023
Nintendo Direct for February 2023 (PART 1)

What crazy games and expansions can we look forward to this year? Well, Nintendo showed off a lot in their latest Nintendo Direct. Stick around and hear what we have to say about all of these juicy reveals! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 9m
Feb 15, 2023
Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Catch-Up and a New Switch Model?

We're back in full swing with our 100% completion review of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (including spoilers). We also discuss whether players want (or need) a new, more powerful Nintendo Switch model. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 13m
Feb 06, 2023
The DioField Chronicle, Tokyo Tales, and Our Most Anticipated Games of 2023

JV finally rejoins the cast to catch up on his Japan adventures and discuss our most anticipated Nintendo Switch titles of 2023! KC also reviews The DioField Chronicle. Will it be the new challenger to Fire Emblem: Engage? Listen in to find out! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 7m
Jan 30, 2023
A Little to the Left and News Rundown

This week we try to get everything perfect with A Little the Left, and catch up on the January news that's been piling up. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

43m
Jan 23, 2023
Bayonetta 3 and is the Switch Underpowered?

Playing Bayonetta 3 on Nintendo Switch is awesome, but does it also put a spotlight on the system's limits? We discuss that and much more! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

32m
Jan 16, 2023
2022 Switch Year in Review

Aggrocrog joins the final pod of the year to look back at all the biggest titles to hit the Switch in 2022. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

1h 1m
Dec 30, 2022
Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, Harvestella, and the Smash World Tour

There's a bumper crop of content this week as we review Harvestella, catch up on my Pokemon Scarlet/Violet progress, and discuss the tragic end of the Smash World Tour. TIMESTAMPS 0:18 - Personal Updates 11:05 - Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Updates 23:24 - Harvestella Review 33:48 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TeamPocket Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

53m
Dec 07, 2022
Sonic Frontiers and the Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Launch

With so many big games coming out, I really to play them all! That's why I'm zipping through a review of Sonic Frontiers this week, followed by some first impressions of Pokemon Violet. TIMESTAMPS 0:18 - Personal Updates 15:57 - Sonic Frontiers Review 31:13 - Pokemon Scarlet/Violet First Impressions SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

52m
Nov 22, 2022
The November 2022 Indie World Showcase

Life is like an Indie Showcase... you never know what you gonna get. And we got plenty of interesting surprises this time, with clever and compelling games announced for all kinds of gamers on the Nintendo Switch! TIMESTAMPS 0:18 - Personal Updates 10:46 - Indie World Showcase Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

38m
Nov 15, 2022
Them's Fightin' Herds and One Step from Eden

I'm jazzing up the format a bit this week, so let me know what you think! But we still have a solid selection of games to chat about, including the pixelated deck-building roguelike, One Step from Eden, and KC's new go-to fighting game on Switch, Them's Fightin' Herds! TIMESTAMPS 0:18 - Personal Updates 13:52 - One Step from Eden Review 32:35 - Them's Fightin' Herds Review 46:24 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

52m
Nov 08, 2022
Dragonball: The Breakers and Copin' with COVID

BOO! I'm popping back on the mic just in time for a little Halloween episode, and there just happens to be a new survival "horror" game to review with Dragonball: The Breakers. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

38m
Oct 31, 2022
News Catchup with KC

KC's back, and he's trying to frantically catch up with the massive supply of exciting Switch news that dropped over the past month, including his favorite game of ALL TIME being remade for Switch! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist

58m
Oct 18, 2022
Endling: Extinction is Forever, Live A Live, Pokemon Worlds 2022, and Environmental Storytelling

Life always finds a way in this episode! It survives in Endling: Extinction is Forever, revives the lost classic in Live A Live, and perhaps delays our next podcast a few weeks... SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist MUSIC Special thanks to the HeatleyBros for bringing real Nintendo power to our Nintendo Switch podcast with great chiptunes! "8 Bit Joy" By HeatleyBros Free Music For Your YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros

1h 23m
Aug 27, 2022
The Massive Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct and Jackbox Party Pack 8

JV's back just in time to help us pick apart every detail from the MASSIVE Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct! KC also discusses how the Jackbox Party Pack 8 made his latest BBQ a blast. SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist MUSIC Special thanks to the HeatleyBros for bringing real Nintendo power to our Nintendo Switch podcast with great chiptunes! "8 Bit Joy" By HeatleyBros Free Music For Your YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros

1h 21m
Aug 12, 2022
The August 2022 Pokmeon Presents

JV tags Rin in to talk about the latest Pokemon Presents, full of fresh details for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokemon Unite, Pokemon Go, and more! SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist MUSIC Special thanks to the HeatleyBros for bringing real Nintendo power to our Nintendo Switch podcast with great chiptunes! "8 Bit Joy" By HeatleyBros Free Music For Your YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros

44m
Aug 08, 2022
TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix, and Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent

We got a slew of reviews this week, as JV dives into the retro revival that is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, and KC works his way through the Capcom Fighters Collection starting with Gem Fighter. He also gets pulled into the mobile RPG, Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. TIMESTAMPS 0:26 - INTRO 11:42 - TMNT: SHREDDER'S REVENGE 26:28 - Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix 33:31 - Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent 48:52 - News Rundown SUPPORT US ON PATREON HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/THESWITCHCAST JOIN OUR NINTENDO SWITCH COMMUNITY Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSw... Twitter - @TheSwitchCast Discord - https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt https://discord.gg/Ty6bwnt Email - KC@TheSwitchCast.com Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... The SwitchCast Friend Code List - http://bit.ly/scfriendcodelist MUSIC Special thanks to the HeatleyBros for bringing real Nintendo power to our Nintendo Switch podcast with great chiptunes! "8 Bit Joy" By HeatleyBros Free Music For Your YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros https://www.youtube.com/user/HeatleyBros

1h 5m
Aug 01, 2022