Game Scoop! Game Scoop! 823: Are These Really the Best & Worst Nintendo Franchises?
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Sep 3, 2025 This week’s discussion dives into the fascinating world of Nintendo franchises, highlighting both beloved classics and hidden gems. The hosts debate the Metacritic rankings, questioning their implications. They also reflect on the charm of series like Donkey Kong, Yoshi, and Animal Crossing. A lively segment tackles the announcement of a Call of Duty movie, exploring the challenges of adapting video game narratives. Plus, they engage in a fun round of Video Game 20 Questions, revealing their personal insights and favorite titles.
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Mario Party's U-Shaped Quality Curve
- Mario Party shows clear quality swings across its history, with modern entries rebounding.
- The hosts note a U-shaped quality curve where early and recent titles outperform the middling era.
Wii U Era Hurts Franchise Perception
- The Wii U era dragged down many Nintendo franchise averages because of poor releases on that console.
- Hosts repeatedly cite Wii U ports and low-quality versions as outliers in franchise scores.
Parent Refuses Hyrule Warriors Request
- Sam shares his daughter begging for Hyrule Warriors after loving Breath of the Wild.
- He explains he resists because the hack-and-slash spin-off feels unlike the main Zelda experience.