Virtual Pro Wrestling 2 | Retro Review | Nintendo 64 The Famicast 2023-06-17 | The AKI developed wrestling games on the Nintendo 64 are loved by many around the world. Not only that, but tons of people still play them because, frankly, many modern games in the genre just don't get it right. Well, Virtual Pro Wrestling 2: Ōdō Keishō not only got things right, but it has a reputation of being one of the best wrestling games of all time. But is it really? In this video, we take a look at this awesome game, breaking down gameplay, modes and more!You can check out this review in written form here: thefamicast.com/2023/06/virtual-pro-wrestling-2-odo-keisho.html(00:00) Intro(00:52) Release(01:28) Gameplay(05:29) Modes(07:35) Visuals, Audio & Presentation(10:49) Collector's Corner(12:01) ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#VirtualProWrestling2 #Nintendo64 #RetroGaming
Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025 | Direct Feed Gameplay | PlayStation 5 The Famicast 2024-10-17 | It's finally here! Konami's latest entry into their storied Professional Baseball Spirits series, Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025 is here. We picked up the physical version of the game, complete with the special Shohei Ohtani cover. In this footage, you can see what a day game with rain effects in Yokohama Stadium and a clear day game in ZOZO Marine Stadium. For more Japanese related news, reviews and event coverage, be sure to check out our website: thefamicast.comWe are also a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Special Ohtani Cover Sleeve00:11 Language Options and Title00:49 Rain Day Game - Yokohama Stadium16:44 Clear Weather Day Game - ZOZO Marine Stadium#ProYakyuSpirits #プロ野球スピリッツ2024-2025 #プロ野球スピリッツ
Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo | Hands-on & Showcase The Famicast 2024-10-16 | Nintendo's hot new hardware for 2024 isn't what many were expecting. Enter Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo, Nintendo's foray into alarm clocks, of all things. After a little bit of waiting, we have one and are here to give you our early thoughts on the device. You can check this out in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/10/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo-hands-on.htmlYou can read more about the development of Alarmo in Ask The Developer Vol. 14, Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo here: nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/ask-the-developer-vol-14-nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo-part-1For more Japanese related news, reviews and event coverage, be sure to check out our website: thefamicast.comWe are also a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:49 Concept02:37 Look & Feel04:20 Showcase05:56 Conclusion#NintendoSoundClockAlarmo #Alarmo #Nintendo
Shin Chan: Shiro and the Coal Town | Direct Feed Gameplay | Switch The Famicast 2024-10-03 | We got our hands on the English version of Shin Chan: Shiro and the Coal town for the Nintendo Switch! If you're into the antics of your favorite five year old from Kasukabe Japan or just enjoy fantastic looking, fun games, this may be for you. The gameplay here consists of the first three days of the story. Enjoy!*Code provided by the publisher*For more Japanese related news, reviews and event coverage, be sure to check out our website: thefamicast.comWe are also a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Start up & Day 115:49 Day 223:14 Day 3#Shinchan #NintendoSwitch #Gameplay
The Famicast 278 - TGS 2024 SPECIAL The Famicast 2024-10-03 | Tokyo Game Show 2024 is officially over, but we were in attendance and had a blast! There were tons of booths, crowds of nerds and a lot of games. This episode, the guys are once again joined by Genki to talk about what they played and experienced at Japan's marquee gaming event. Expect talk on Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, Metal Gear Solid Δ Snake Eater, Sonic x Shadow Generations, Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025, some awesome indie titles and a whole lot more!You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)00:00:00 Intro00:03:05 Metal Gear Solid Δ Snake Eater00:12:13 Two Strikes00:17:24 Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii00:24:54 Dragon Quest III HD-2D00:30:53 Guilty Gear Strive - Nintendo Switch Edition00:38:00 Professor Layton and the New World of Steam00:43:57 Sonic x Shadow Generations00:49:46 Pia - Explosive Disposal Team00:56:10 Fantasian: Neo Dimension01:02:08 Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-202501:06:34 Phantom Blade Zero01:10:12 Double Dragon Revive01:15:58 Garou City of the Wolves01:21:52 TGS 2024 Anecdotes & Wrap-up01:29:20 Ty's Anime Trash: The Uboxing01:44:52 OutroContact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#TGS2024 #NintendoSwitch #Podcast
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam | TGS 2024 Hands-on Impressions The Famicast 2024-09-29 | We checked out the Tokyo Game Show 2024 demo build for Professor Layton and the New World of Steam on the floor! We break down the demo with some thoughts on the gameplay, visuals and more! You can find this in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/professor-layton-and-new-world-of-steam.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:36 Booth & Demo01:32 Gameplay03:22 Visuals & Performance03:51 Additional Info04:15 Conclusion#ProfessorLayton #TGS2024 #NintendoSwitch
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time | TGS 2024 Hands-on Impressions The Famicast 2024-09-29 | You may have already checked out our direct feed gameplay of the game, but here we break down the demo of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time at Tokyo Game Show 2024 in this set of hands-on impressions. You can find the direct feed gameplay of the game here: You can find this in written form here: youtu.be/Zm3ZykPHyHQ thefamicast.com/2024/09/fantasy-life-i-girl-who-steals-time-tgs.htmlYou can find my impressions of the original Fantasy Life on Nintendo 3DS from Tokyo Game Show 2012 here: nintendoworldreport.com/hands-on-preview/31845/fantasy-life-nintendo-3dsWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:48 Booth & Demo01:28 Gameplay02:33 Visuals & Presentation03:08 Conclusion#FantasyLifeiTheGirlWhoStealsTime #TGS2024 #NintendoSwitch
River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next | TGS 2024 Hands-on Impressions | Switch The Famicast 2024-09-29 | Arc System Works brought the latest intro into the River City series to Tokyo Game Show 2024. We checked out the booth and the Nintendo Switch version of River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next on the show floor, and if you're into beat 'em ups, this is something that should be on your radar. You can find this in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/river-city-saga-three-kingdoms-next-tgs.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.social X: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:43 Booth & Demo01:06 Gameplay02:47 Visuals & Performance03:18 Conclusion#RiverCitySaga #ThreeKingdomsNext #TGS2024 #NintendoSwitch
Dragon Quest III HD-2D | TGS 2024 Hands-on Impressions | Switch The Famicast 2024-09-28 | Square Enix might have had a bit of a smaller booth than usual at Tokyo Game Show 2024, but they still brought some of their biggest titles of the year, including Dragon Quest III HD-2D. We got a chance to check out the Nintendo Switch version of the game on the show floor, check out the booth and more! Just a note, we were unable to directly capture footage from the floor. Please understand. You can find this in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/dragon-quest-iii-hd-2d-tgs-2024-hands.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:47 Booth & Demo02:12 Gameplay02:53 Visuals & Performance03:38 Conclusion#DragonQuestIII #TokyoGameShow2024 #NintendoSwitch
Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025 | TGS 2024 Hands-on Impressions The Famicast 2024-09-28 | Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025 is the next simulation baseball title from Konami. The game is set to release in October, but the company brought the game to Tokyo Game Show 2024 to give fans a look at the game before it releases. We got to check out the game multiple times over the course of the show and are here to tell you all about it. You can find this set of impressions in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/pro-yakyu-spirits-2024-2025-tgs-2024.html00:00 Intro00:48 Note01:26 TGS 2024 Booth02:40 Demo Info & Gameplay04:34 Visuals & Presentation05:58 eBaseball: MLB Pro Spirit07:04 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#TGS2024 #ProYakyuSpirits
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time | TGS 2024 Switch Gameplay The Famicast 2024-09-26 | Level-5 brought the goods with Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time to Tokyo Game Show 2024. We got a chance to sit down and try out the game in the short demo from the show floor. This video of our gameplay will should give you a good idea about how the game looks and runs on the Nintendo Switch. Enjoy!We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thefamicast.bsky.socialYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#FantasyLifeiTheGirlWhoStealsTime #TGS2024 #NintendoSwitch
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam | TGS 2024 Switch Gameplay The Famicast 2024-09-26 | The next entry into the Professor Layton series is just around the corner, and we had a chance to try out the game at the Level-5 booth at Tokyo Game Show 2024! Check out our direct feed gameplay to get an idea of how the game looks and runs on the Nintendo Switch! We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBlueskyYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#ProfessorLayton #TGS2024 #Gameplay #NintendoSwitch
The Famicast 277 - ASTRO FEST The Famicast 2024-09-19 | The crew is joined by Genki_JPN to chat about some games leading up to Japan's biggest gaming related event of the year, Tokyo Game Show 2024! To kick things off in New Business, the guys discuss Astro Bot, the FINAL Splatoon 3 Splatfest (Grand Festival) and touch on some Dead by Daylight. After a short break, the crew comes back with a preview of Tokyo Game Show 2024 - when it's happening, what's going to be there, what games are looking hot and so much more. The show closes out with some Anime Trash from Ty and a peak in JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness for some gaming deals.Be sure to follow Genki on social media! X: https://x.com/Genki_JPNBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/genkigamer.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/genkigamerjpThreads: threads.net/@genkigamerjpYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:03:04 Genki - Astro Bot00:25:12 JC - Splatoon 3 Grand Festival00:41:52 Ty - DbD Updates & More00:57:17 Now Playing on TheFamicast.com00:58:31 JAPANews - New SFC NSO Games, Zelda Conbini Collab01:02:17 JAPANews - TGS 2024 Preview & Switch 2 Rumblings01:23:03 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:41:48 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:51:03 Feedback01:55:29 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan #TokyoGameShow2024 #TGS2024
NBA 2K25 | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-09-11 | CORRECTION: I mentioned that the game ran kind of choppy in DOCKED MODE, when what I meant to say was HANDHELD. Please understand.It's that time of year again and the NBA is back on your gaming platform of choice. For Switch owners looking for a little bit of basketball action on the platform, has 2K done enough to entice players with NBA 2K25? We talk about all of this and more in our review. You can find this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/nba-2k25-review-switch.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:41 Gameplay & Modes02:43 My Career04:26 Other Thoughts05:21 Visuals, Audio & Performance06:27 Conclusion#NBA2K25 #NintendoSwitch #Review
Power Pro Baseball 2024-2025 | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-09-07 | The Power Pros series is back for 2024 (and 2025!) with Powerful Pro Yakyū 2024-2025. This year's game brings back several modes from the past, tons of legend characters and more. But, is this worth checking out if you've already thrown down on one of the previous titles? We talk about this, visuals, performance and more in this review of the Switch version of the game. You can find this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/09/power-pro-baseball-2024-2025-review.htmlBe sure to check out the Power Pros World Discord channel below to be a part of a great community to talk about this series! discord.gg/2vByA4K7We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:52 Gameplay01:46 Modes03:10 Power Fes Adventure04:38 Showdown Legend Battle06:59 Customization & Online08:51 Visuals, Audio & Performance10:31 Note on Japanese11:38 Conclusion#PowerPros #NintendoSwitch #Review
NBA 2K25 | Direct Feed Gameplay | Switch The Famicast 2024-09-06 | Curious about how NBA 2K25 looks and runs on the Nintendo Switch? We've got your covered. In this video, you can see the game running on Nintendo's system. We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#NBA2K25 #NintendoSwitch #Gameplay
The Famicast 276 - WELCOME TO FAMICAT The Famicast 2024-09-05 | It's nearly the home stretch of 2024 and the boys are back to talk about some cool games. For New Business, the crew talk some Power Pro Baseball 2024-2025, Doom I + II, Civ VI, cats and more. After a quick break, the guys give their thoughts on the late August Indie World Showcase and Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, the latest news on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and more. Ty follows things up with some Anime Trash, JC shows you some good deals from the sack before Danny covers some awesome feedback from you!You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:49 Ty - Doom I + II, Civ VI00:28:05 JC - Back to Japan Soon + Cats00:36:18 Danny - Power Pros 2024-202500:45:06 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:47:37 JAPANews - Indie Showcase & Nintendo Partner Direct Recap01:14:17 JAPANews - Echoes of Wisdom Trailer 301:19:21 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:27:59 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:35:28 Feedback01:43:42 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
JAPAN EXCLUSIVE | Emio - The Smiling Man Collectors Edition | Showcase The Famicast 2024-08-30 | Emio - The Smiling Man is officially out now! Not only that, but a special Japan only collector's edition has hit the shelves here and we got our hands on it. In this video, you'll get a look at everything that's included in the package. Enjoy!We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:53 What's Included?01:53 Showcase04:18 Conclusion#EmioTheSmilingMan #CollectorsEdition #NintendoSwitch
The Famicast 275 - OUR NEW HAT The Famicast 2024-08-22 | It's still hot and moist in Japan, but the boys are bringing it with this episode of the podcast! To kick things off, the crew gets into New Business to talk about Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club and more! After a short break, the guys get into the news to chat about the latest Nintendo (Museum) Direct, Bakeru being brought to English speaking territories, the latest on Indy Jones on Xbox and more. The show is closed out with some Anime Trash from Ty, a look at some deals via the Fukubukuro of Fabulousness with JC and some awesome feedback from you.You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:20 Danny - Emio - The Smiling Man00:17:28 JC in da UK00:23:04 Ty - 2XKO, DbD Castlevania & More00:47:28 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:49:06 JAPANews - Nintendo Museum Direct00:57:35 JAPANews - Mameda no Bakeru in English01:01:03 JAPANews - Indiana Jones Event01:08:38 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:24:03 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:45:43 Feedback01:48:17 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-08-17 | Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition kind of came out of nowhere. This retro speed run challenge pack from Nintendo packs a ton of fun, but is it worth your cash? We talk about all of this and more in this in depth review.You can read this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/08/nintendo-world-championships-nes.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comX: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:50 Gameplay & Modes05:45 Special Editions06:29 Visuals & Audio07:28 Conclusion#NintendoWorldChampionships #NintendoSwitch #Review
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD x Baskin-Robbins Japan | Ice Cream Cake | Showcase The Famicast 2024-08-12 | If you're a fan of sweets and DON'T live in Japan, you might have missed out on the awesome Luigi's Mansion 2 HD ice cream cake from Baskin-Robbins Japan. Even if that's the case, I got to try this thing out, and man, it was actually pretty awesome. You can find this on our website in written form here: thefamicast.com/2024/08/luigis-mansion-2-hd-x-baskin-robbins.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:53 Background02:02 The Cake03:48 Conclusion#BaskinRobbins #LuigisMansion2HD #Japan
The Famicast 274 - DENPA WORLD WISDOM The Famicast 2024-08-07 | After a brief hiatus, the boys are back with the first podcast of August 2024! In this episode for New Business, the guys discuss The New Denpa Men, 2v8 in Dead by Daylight, Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition and more. After a quick break, the guys get into the news, highlighting the latest trailer(s) for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, the Switch eShop Summer Sale in Japan and a handful of Splatoon 3 game events happening over the next few weeks. The show is closed out with some Anime Trash, JC's Fukubukuro and some awesome feedback from you!You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:23 Ty - Dead by Daylight 2v800:19:14 Danny - Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition00:33:20 JC - Trinity Fusion & The New Denpa Men01:00:24 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:02:55 JAPANews - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Trailer01:18:23 JAPANews - Switch eShop Summer Sale 202401:24:26 JAPANews - Splatoon 3 Tetris & Endless Ocean01:28:58 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:37:18 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:46:18 FAMI-FAXES (Feedback)01:53:24 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Mario Tennis | Retro Review | Game Boy Color The Famicast 2024-08-01 | The life of the original Game Boy, and then the Game Boy Color, spanned over a decade and the system was home to a number of sports games. The later years of the handheld's life saw some very impressive games across all genres, including sports titles. But what about Mario Tennis from Camelot? Does this retro tennis title still hold up today? That's exactly what we talk about in this retro review. We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:42 Note00:57 Gameplay02:45 Modes04:53 N64 Connectivity06:14 Visuals, Audio & Performance07:05 Collector's Corner07:58 Conclusion#MarioTennis #GameBoyColor #RetroGaming #Review
Nintendo World Championships Japanese Special Edition | Showcase The Famicast 2024-07-18 | Nintendo's love letter to all things NES/Famicom on the Switch is finally here. Not only that, but the company has brought the goods, delivering a Special Edition of the game across the globe. BUT things are a little bit different in Japan as the set includes special artwork based on Famicom/Disk System versions of the games as well as a pair of Famicom controllers. We take a look at the Japanese Special Edition of Nintendo World Championships in this video.You can check this out over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/07/nintendo-world-championships-famicom.htmlYou can find our videos on the Nintendo Switch Famicom Joy-Con below.Part I: youtu.be/MIXekVp957MPart II: youtu.be/1dF5hlaBKvcWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:44 Background on Famicom 40th01:44 The Set02:46 Famicom Controllers03:27 Showcase05:08 Conclusion#NintendoWorldChampionships #SpecialEdition #Famicom
Power Pro Baseball 2024-2025 | Direct Feed Gameplay | Switch The Famicast 2024-07-18 | We got our hands on the latest entry into the Power Pros series, Power Pro Yakyū (Baseball) 2024 - 2025 on the Nintendo Switch. Not only that, but since we went with the physical version, we also got the exclusive Shohei Ohtani game sleeve that you can also check out. As for the gameplay, you can find the the Orix Buffaloes legends team (me, Danny) facing off agains the Seibu Lions legends team (CPU). Enjoy!We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#PowerPros #Baseball #NintendoSwitch
The Famicast 273 - SMILING MEN The Famicast 2024-07-18 | The guys are back for another exciting episode. Although things are being recorded a bit too early to give impressions of games like Nintendo World Championships or the new Power Pros, the crew still has some interesting games to talk about in New Business, including a look at the recently added basketball to Nintendo Switch Sports, updates to Dead by Daylight, UnMetal, Perfect Dark, Nickelodeon All-Stars and more. After a quick break, the guys come back with some news covering the latest latest Splatfest, GBA releases on the Switch, and some some BREAKING news on what exactly Emio is and what existing franchise it's a part of. Ty brings the heat with the Anime Trash, JC let's you know about some good deals in the Fukubukuro before getting to some *faxes from you.You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:01 Danny - Nintendo Switch Sports - Basketball00:10:24 Ty - Dead by Daylight x Tomb Raider & 2v800:23:56 JC - UnMetal, Perfect Dark, Nickelodeon All-Stars00:39:23 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:41:55 JAPANews - July 2024 Splatfest Results & August Splatfest00:50:19 JAPANews - GBA Starfy in Da House00:53:49 JAPANews - Emio - The Smiling Man Revealed (thx Ballz!)01:09:41 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:16:58 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:32:11 Fami-Fax01:44:16 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Natsu-Mon | Everything You Need to Know The Famicast 2024-07-12 | If you've ever wanted to spend some time in Japan during the summer AND avoid the heat, developers Millennium Kitchen and TOYBOX have cooked something up just for you - Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid. Although the game has been out in Japan since July 2023, it's headed to English speaking territories on August 6, 2024. But what is this game? Is it worth playing? How does this tie in with the Japanese series Boku no Natsu Yasumi? We answer all of this, tell you how you can play the game RIGHT NOW and more in this video. You can find this over on our website in written form here: thefamicast.com/2024/07/natsu-mon-everything-you-need-to-know.htmlYou can find the Japanese demo of Natsu-Mon for FREE here: store-jp.nintendo.com/list/software/70010000061372.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:53 Background02:11 Gameplay & Story04:43 Visuals, Audio & Performance06:17 How to Play the Japanese Demo07:48 Conclusion#NatsuMon #NintendoSwitch #Japan
Cake, Plushies & Vacuum Cleaners?! | Luigis Mansion 2 HD Collabs in Japan The Famicast 2024-07-04 | The release of any Nintendo published game in Japan typically brings some kind of collaboration around the country. Luigi's Mansion 2 HD is no different. This video will give you a look at what fans outside of Japan are missing out on. Enjoy! You can check this out in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/07/vacuums-cake-and-dolls-luigis-mansion-2.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:39 Photo Spots01:14 Convenience Stores03:41 Baskin-Robbins05:09 Conclusion#LuigisMansion2HD #NintendoSwitch #Japan
The Famicast 272 - NIKKE HUNTERS The Famicast 2024-07-04 | The crew is back for the first podcast of July! In this episode, the guys cover a hodgepodge of games in New Business including the likes of Star Wars: Hunters, some gacha hell and more! After taking a moment to thank our AWESOME Patrons and introducing our 8th season on Patreon, the guys touch on the topic of re-sellers, Nintendo's thoughts on the matter and whether or not the guys think this situation is going to change anytime soon. The show is rounded out with some Anime Trash, a dive into the Fukubukuro and some feedback from you.You can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:50 Danny & JC - Star Wars: Hunters00:28:49 Ty - Nikke & More00:41:49 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:47:36 JAPANews - Resellers & Switch 2 Stock01:02:27 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:06:46 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:16:44 Feedback01:23:52 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Perfect Dark Regional Differences on N64 | Japan vs. North America | Collectors Corner The Famicast 2024-06-24 | Perfect Dark is one of the best shooters on the Nintendo 64. Now, thanks to its addition to the Nintendo Switch library of N64 games, it's available to more people than ever. Not only this, but fans can easily access the Japanese version at any time that they want. What are the differences between the versions? What about the physical OG release differences in terms of packaging? Well, we take a look at this and more in this edition of Famicast Collector's Corner. As always, you can find this article in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/06/perfect-dark-regional-differences-on.html00:00 Intro01:00 Boot & Title Screens01:40 Joanna's Face02:27 Gameplay03:30 Packaging and Cart04:34 Package Shots & Footage07:10 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#PerfectDark #Nintendo64 #NintendoSwitch
The Famicast 271 - BEYOND ZELDA The Famicast 2024-06-20 | The crew breaks down the June 18, 2024 Nintendo Direct! All the announcements, all the games and our take on all of it. This includes in depth thoughts on Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Dragon Quest III HD-2D, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and so much more. The guys even get to a bit of Anime Trash (TM) before closing out the show.For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicastChapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:55 Nintendo Direct Recap - Mario & Luigi, DK, DQ & More00:37:50 ND Recap - MvC, NSO Retro & More01:00:46 ND Recap - Zelda, Stray, Ace Attorney Investigations & More01:28:36 ND Recap - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond01:43:52 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:48:18 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan #NintendoDirect
Star Wars: Hunters | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-06-10 | The developers sure took their time, but Star Wars: Hunters is finally here. While I can say that the game is already leaps and bounds ahead of the Star Wars: Battlefront remaster on the Nintendo Switch, is this free-to-play third person shooter worth taking a look at? Well, yes it is and we're here to tell you why!You can find this review in written form over on our website: thefamicast.com/2024/06/star-wars-hunters-review-switch.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:38 Gameplay03:42 Online Experience04:21 Modes07:11 Visuals, Audio & Performance08:38 Conclusion#StarWarsHunters #NintendoSwitch #Review #スターウォーズ 銀河のハンター
Capcom Store & Cafe in Umeda (Osaka) Quick Tour The Famicast 2024-06-07 | On a trip down to Osaka, Danny happened across the Capcom Store & Cafe around Osaka Station. You can see some cool merch and a look at what was on the menu. The cafe itself is around for a limited time only, open from April 12, 2024 to July 4, 2024. We hope you enjoy this very quick look at the shop!We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#CapcomCafe #Capcom #Osaka
The Famicast 270 - CARDMASTER 2000 The Famicast 2024-06-06 | The boys are back to talk about the latest and greatest gaming straight out of Japan! For New Business, the guys talk about Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door, Akuma in Street Fighter 6, Dave the Diver and more! After a short break, it's time for the news with some thoughts on the LEGO Zelda set that's coming out later this year. Ty brings it with the Anime Trash, JC shares some deals in the Fukubukuro before the crew gets into some comments from you!For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:01:49 Ty - SF6, DBD x D&D00:29:07 JC - Amiibo Get & Dave the Diver00:49:40 Danny - Paper Mario: TTYD01:01:38 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:04:58 JAPANews - Zelda x LEGO & June Direct Predictions01:21:38 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:31:53 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:43:08 Feedback01:46:07 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Star Wars: Hunters | Direct Feed Gameplay | Switch The Famicast 2024-06-04 | The latest free-to-play Star Wars online shooter is here from Zynga and we took it for a spin on the Nintendo Switch. We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#StarWarsHunters #NintendoSwitch #Gameplay
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan | 2024 Park Report The Famicast 2024-05-31 | Super Nintendo World has become a staple at Universal Studios in Japan with droves of people visiting the area from all over the world every day. For this video, we made a trek down to the park in Osaka and are here to tell you all about how the park in 2024. Enjoy!You can find this in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/05/super-nintendo-world-park-report.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:43 Note01:18 Getting There02:29 Power-up Bands & Activities04:05 General Area & Rides06:00 Kinopio's Cafe & 1Up Factory06:57 Conclusion#SuperNintendoWorld #UniversalStudiosJapan
The Famicast 269 - BIG LAND ESCAPE The Famicast 2024-05-23 | Join the crew as they talk about the latest and greatest games straight out of Japan! For New Business, the guys touch on the recently released hit indie title Little Kitty, Big City, Super Mario Land on Switch, Overlord: Escape from Nazarick and more! After a short break, the guys come back with the latest news, including a look at the recent update to the Game Boy library for Nintendo Switch Online members, the upcoming Sizzle Season in Splatoon 3 and Nintendo's latest acquisition. The show is closed out with some Anime Trash, the Fukubukuro of Fabulousness and a special rapid fire quiz from JC.For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:03:06 Danny - Little Kitty, Big City00:13:57 JC - Super Mario Land00:31:29 Ty - Overlord: Escape from Nazarick, DbD00:52:17 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:54:37 JAPANews - May 2024 NSO Game Boy Games01:00:10 JAPANews - Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season 202401:05:52 JAPANews - Nintendo Acquiring Shiver Entertainment01:15:40 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:29:33 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:42:21 Feedback & JC's Rapid Fire Quiz01:57:13 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Endless Ocean Luminous | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-05-21 | Endless Ocean Luminous is the latest in a series that has been away for a long time. Does this game do the series justice? We take a look at the good points, bade points, how to access the Japanese title screen and everything else in between in this review. You can find this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/05/endless-ocean-luminous-review-switch.htmlWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00 Intro00:46 Gameplay03:06 Modes05:39 Spoilers06:37 Access the Japanese Title Screen07:14 Visuals, Audio & Performance09:04 Conclusion#EndlessOceanLuminous #NintendoSwitch #Review
Nintendo OSAKA | Shop Tour The Famicast 2024-05-17 | We visited Nintendo OSAKA and are here to give you a look at the shop!*Recorded April 27, 2024.*We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast
Super Nintendo World Park Tour | Universal Studios Japan The Famicast 2024-05-10 | Danny had the chance to visit Universal Studios Japan and Super Nintendo World! This video gives you a look at the park. Enjoy!*Recorded on April 26, 2024.We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#SuperNintendoWorld #UniversalStudiosJapan
The Famicast 268 - ENDLESS CHAMPIONS The Famicast 2024-05-08 | The past few weeks have been golden (maybe?) and the crew is well rested and ready to come back for the show! In this episode, the guys chat about quite a few Japan only related topics, including a report on EVO Japan, Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan, Endless Ocean Luminous and more. After a quick break, the guys come back with the news, highlighting the next Splatfest, Nintendo financials, some talk on the Switch successor and more. After a bit of Anime Trash and the Fukubukuro from JC, the crew go over the awesome announcement of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition before closing out the show. For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:04:07 Ty - EVO Japan 202400:36:55 Danny - USJ, Super Nintendo World & Endless Ocean Luminous01:01:03 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:02:28 JAPANews - May 2024 Splatfest01:09:55 JAPANews - Switch Successor & June 2024 Nintendo Direct01:17:17 JAPANews - Nintendo Financials01:25:06 JAPANews - N64 Update & Tetris 9901:29:18 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:52:36 BREAKING - Nintendo World Championships: NES EDITION01:57:10 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness02:09:50 Feedback02:11:21 Outro#Nintendo #Japan #Podcast
Endless Ocean Luminous Amazon Japan Exclusive Bonus | Showcase The Famicast 2024-05-02 | Endless Ocean Luminous, or Forever Blue Luminous as it's known in Japan, is out everywhere. For fans in Japan, a special bonus was available for those that picked up the game from Amazon Japan. We take a look at that in this video. If you would like to check out this in written form, go over to our website The Famicast dot com: We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#EndlessOceanLuminous #NintendoSwitch
Game Room Tour & Collection | Collectors Corner The Famicast 2024-04-24 | Whether you're a collector of games old or new, physical games and memorabilia pile up over the years leaving you with a treasure trove of goods. In this vide, Danny shows you his (messy) game room. Did you see anything you own yourself? Did you see anything you'd like to see in a future video? Be sure to sound off in the comments down below!We are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#GameRoom #Nintendo #RetroGaming
The Exit 8 | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-04-19 | The Exit 8, the infamous Japanese underground light horror walking simulator, has arrived on the Switch. While the game is exactly what you will find on Steam, is this Switch port worth taking a look at? We talk about all of this and more in this review. You can find this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/04/the-exit-8-review-switch.html00:00 Intro00:54 Gameplay03:14 Visuals, Audio & Performance05:05 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#TheExit8 #Exit8 #NintendoSwitch #Review
The Famicast 267 - POWER SANDO The Famicast 2024-04-18 | The crew is back before the weeks get golden with an exciting new episode. This time around, the boyz talk about the "demo" for Sand Land and more in New Business. After a short break is the news where the upcoming April Splatoon 3 Spring Fest, recent updates to the SNES/SFC NSO and the Nintendo Power system are discussed. After some Anime Trash and a bag of goodies from JC, the guys close out the show with some feedback from you.For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:02:49 Sand Land Demo (Xbox Series S)00:12:36 Ty - Riqa00:31:15 JC - Splatoon 3 Fresh Season 202400:42:44 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com00:44:29 JAPANews - Splatoon 3 Spring Fest 202400:53:47 JAPANews - April 2024 SNES/SFC Update00:56:23 NINTENDO POWER - Not the Magazine01:08:47 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:17:37 April 17, 2024 Indie World Showcase Live Reactions01:51:03 Outro#Nintendo #Japan #Podcast
What to Expect from Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025 The Famicast 2024-04-13 | Konami has teased their upcoming simulation style baseball game, Pro Yakyū Spirits 2024-2025. Although details are very scarce at the moment, there are several things that gamers can expect from the game outside of the amazing visuals. This video breaks it all down letting you know what to expect. You can find this preview in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/04/what-to-expect-from-pro-yakyu-spirits.htmlYou can check out Konami's sound samples on their site here: konami.com/games/prospi/2024-202500:00 Intro00:45 Note01:14 Modes03:49 Two Year Release Cycle04:47 Visuals & Audio06:07 Platforms08:08 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast
The Famicast 266 - DIGGING FOR FOOLS GOLD The Famicast 2024-04-03 | Spring is in the air (sorry for those of you "down under") and the boyz are back to bring you the latest and greatest from Japan. In New Business, the guys discuss Shovel Knight Dig, Mario Tennis on the Game Boy Color and more! Immediately following New Business, the crew reflects on the Nintendo Switch Online retro offerings talking about their favorite games on the service, titles they think should be added and more. After a quick break, the guys hit you with some JAPANews, anime trash and a sack full of deals before getting to some feedback and closing out the show.If you want to check out some AWESOME review for pretty much indie game available on te Switch, check out Nindie Spotlight: nindiespotlight.com/games_home.cfmFor those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.comWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast00:00:00 Intro00:05:41 Ty - April Fools Shenanigans00:22:30 James - Shovel Knight Dig00:36:43 Danny - Mario Tennis (GBC)00:45:18 6 Years of NSO Retro01:16:45 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:18:51 JAPANews - Konami Baseball01:23:15 JAPANews - Tetris 99 Cup & Splatfest Results01:30:26 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:45:44 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:56:08 Feedback02:01:01 Outro#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-03-29 | The release of the Star Wars: Battlefront Collection on ALL platforms has been a bit of a mess regardless of platform. Issues with the servers, bad online play and more have been aggravating gamers everywhere. But what about the Nintendo Switch version specifically? Believe it or not, the online PLAY has been fine for the most part. BUT, there's a good reason for that. We discuss online multiplayer (including the game's first MAJOR UPDATE), single player content and so much more in our in-depth review. You can find this review over on our website in written form here: thefamicast.com/2024/03/star-wars-battlefront-classic.html00:00 Intro00:40 Gameplay02:09 Single Player Modes03:35 Online Multiplayer05:49 Visuals, Audio & Performance08:03 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#StarWarsBattlefrontClassicCollection #NintendoSwitch #Review
Splatoon 3 Potato Chip Fest | Everything You Need to Know The Famicast 2024-03-25 | While Splatoon fans in the West were presented with a...well, the musical instrument themed Splatfest in March 2024, gamers in Japan got something a little bit different. Nintendo teamed up with a Japanese snack maker to bring "Potato Chip Fest." Just what is this Japan exclusive fest and did fans in English speaking territories miss out? We talk about all of this and more in this video.You can check out this in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/03/splatoon-3s-potato-chip-fest-everything.html00:00 Intro00:39 Background01:20 Additional Promotion02:59 Results05:13 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast
Macross -Shooting Insight- | Review | Switch The Famicast 2024-03-23 | Macross is back, this time in a "multi-dimensional shooter" on the Nintendo Switch. While this might not be the penultimate game that series needs or that fans have been waiting for, is it enough to warrant a purchase? We talk about this, performance, modes, gameplay and more in this in depth review!You can find this review in written form over on our website here: thefamicast.com/2024/03/macross-shooting-insight-review-switch.html00:00 Intro00:43 Gameplay05:51 Modes10:10 Visuals, Audio & Performance11:18 ConclusionWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#MacrossShootingInsight #NintendoSwitch #Review
The Famicast 265 - UNKNOWN SIDE HARMONY The Famicast 2024-03-20 | The boys are back to talk about all of the latest games and then some! For New Business, the guys discuss Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection, the latest Dead by Daylight update, Macross -Shooting Insight-, Burnout Paradise and more. After a quick break, the guys come back with a little bit of news before diving straight into the Anime Trash with Ty. Following that, the guys close out the show with some hot deals straight out of the fukubukuro and feedback before closing out the show.For those in Japan, be sure to check out our Japan exclusive merch store here: suzuri.jp/thefamicastAlternatively, if you aren't in Japan but want some merch, you can find that here: famicast-season-4-2.creator-spring.comYou can check out the online UFO catchers talked about on the show at the links below:Molly.Online: https://molly.onlineCapcom Netcatcher: capcom-netcatcher.comTokyo Catch: tokyocatch.comTaito: taito-olcg.comToreba: toreba.netSega: sega-ufo.comGigo: gigo-cranegame.com00:00:00 Intro00:03:41 Danny - Battlefront Classic Collection00:14:19 Danny - Macross -Shooting Insight-00:27:56 Ty - Dead by Daylight - All Things Wicked Update00:44:57 JC - Splatoon 3 Side Order, Wave 2 Wrap Up00:59:32 JC - Burnout Paradise Remastered01:11:22 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:13:05 JAPANews - March 2024 NSO Game Trial for Japan01:17:10 JAPANews - Mar10 2024 Announcements & Late 2024 Switch Games01:33:33 Ty's Anime Trash: The Unboxing01:48:53 JC's Fukubukuro of Fabulousness01:58:18 Feedback02:01:33 OutroWe are a podcast on iTunes/Spotify/Google Play, check us out!Patreon: www.patreon.com/thefamicast(Get bonus podcasts and videos earlier on Patreon!)Contact:E-mail: thefamicast[@]gmail[.]comTwitter: @thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicast#NintendoSwitch #Podcast #Japan
