Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Review w/ Kyle Hilliard & Ben Bertoli

This week on All Things Nintendo, Brian is joined by former Game Informer director Kyle Hilliard to dive into Nintendo's first official look at the Nintendo Switch 2. Then, freelancer Ben Bertoli joins the show to share his review of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD.

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The All Things Nintendo podcast is a weekly show where we celebrate, discuss, and break down all the latest games, news, and announcements from the industry's most recognizable name. Each week, Brian is joined by different guests to talk about what's happening in the world of Nintendo. Along the way, they'll share personal stories, uncover hidden gems in the eShop, and even look back on the classics we all grew up with. A new episode hits every Friday!

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:19 – Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal

00:35:01 – First Nintendo Game/Favorite Nintendo Game

00:48:25 – Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Review

01:10:27 – Definitive Ranking: Donkey Kong Gimmicks

01:24:15 – eShop Gem of the Week: Lil Gator Game

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