In this Switch 2 prediction BLOWOUT, Joe and Chris express their excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, discussing their expectations and speculations about its hardware, online features, and anticipated games. They reflect on the nostalgia of past Nintendo consoles and the potential for new functionalities, including achievements and a second screen for DS/3DS games. The duo also dives into the significance of Mario Kart and the possibility of a new 3D Mario game, emphasizing the importance of a strong launch lineup. In this conversation, Joe and Chris delve into the exciting possibilities surrounding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. They discuss anticipated game releases, including new Zelda titles, the potential for GameCube and Wii online services, and the future of beloved franchises like Donkey Kong, Fire Emblem, and Pokémon. The duo also speculates on collaborations with Xbox and Sony, and the overall excitement for the console's launch.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Nintendo Direct

05:19 Anticipation for the Switch 2

07:16 Hardware Speculations and Features

12:31 Online Functionality and Achievements

18:10 Pricing Predictions and Market Positioning

24:17 Game Upscaling and Performance Expectations

30:15 Nostalgia and Legacy Game Integration

35:01 Revamping the eShop Experience

38:01 Anticipating Launch Titles for Switch 2

41:38 Speculating on Mario Kart Innovations

45:59 The Future of 3D Mario Games

49:54 Exploring New Zelda Adventures

53:44 The Potential of GameCube and Wii Classics

58:01 The Next Generation of Smash Bros

01:01:08 The Return of Donkey Kong

01:02:00 Xenoblade Chronicles and Frame Rate Upgrades

01:07:27 Pricing for Switch 2 Games

01:09:23 Fire Emblem Games

01:11:58 New Pokémon Releases

01:15:39 Reviving Classic Nintendo Franchises

01:20:07 The Future of Xbox and Nintendo Collaboration

01:22:35 Speculating on Upcoming Game Announcements

01:25:18 Dreaming Big: Pie-in-the-Sky Game Ideas

01:29:15 Preparing for the Switch 2 Launch

01:35:24 Final Thoughts and Predictions

Joe and Chris create swear words and talk about 2024 football woes, including:

- Switch 2 Rumors

- College Football Playoffs

- Steelers talk

- Kirby-shaped Instruments

Chris Recs: Severance, Shrinking, Comedy Bang Bang, Bill Hader's "What's In My Bag" Episode

Joe Recs: Anbernic Gameboy Emulator, SNL 50, BoysLikeGirls "Sundays at Foxwoods", Knucklepuck "Copacetic"

This week, Chris and Joe celebrate the best of 2024, from Switch 2 Rumors and unannounced games to their Top 5 albums of the year. Also included in this neat lil' package:

- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

- Package Delivery Issues

- Sonic X Shadow Generations & Sonic 3

- Steam Deck Alternatives

- Silent Hill 2

- Destiny 2

- Balatro

- Tunic

- Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door

- Hades 2

- Japan Travel

- Pokemania 2025 (Why is Pokemon TCG so dang expensive?)

... And more!

This episode's recommendations:

Chris: Third Eye Blind, Hop Along, Silent Hill 2

Joe: Tunic, Interior Chinatown, Doechii