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Nintendo Cartridge Society
Join lifelong Nintendo fans Patrick and Mark twice a week for a light-hearted podcast exploring the world of Nintendo. From the latest news and rumors, deep dives into games both classic and new, to arguing over who is the best Kong, nothing is off limits when discussing the house that Mario built.
Episodes
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Favorite Nintendo Budget Games
Patrick and Mark go bargain hunting as they share their favorite Nintendo games that deliver big fun without a big price tag. SUPPORT US ON PATREON…
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Switch Prices Going Up (News from 8/5/25)
Nintendo raises prices on the original Switch, amiibo, and both Switch and Switch 2 accessories in North America, and Patrick and Mark can’t help but marvel at…
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Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase July 2025 Reactions
Patrick and Mark wrangle all the announcements and surprises from today's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. The guys talk about: The striking new artstyle for…
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Pokemon Presents July '25 (News from 7/29/25)
Patrick and Mark become honorary members of Team MZ as they wrangle all of the news out of last week's Pokemon Presents, including updates on Pokemon Legends…
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Donkey Kong Bananza: First Week Impressions
Patrick and Mark go bananas (tastefully) as they recount their first week with Donkey Kong Bananza. SUPPORT US ON PATREON…
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Zelda Movie Cast Revealed (News from 7/22/25)
Nintendo reveals the actors playing Link and Zelda in the upcoming live-action movie, and Patrick and Mark consider their hopes and expectations for what that…
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Build Your Own "Bananza"
To celebrate Donkey Kong Bananza, Patrick and Mark look across the Nintendo universe and pitch other characters who deserve the full Bananza treatment. Who…
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This Week in Donkey Kong (News from 7/15/25)
Donkey Kong looms large this week as Patrick and Mark dig into new developer interviews about Donkey Kong Bananza and a fresh copyright filing that breathes…
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Building Nintendo Bands w/ Greg Smith
Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Greg Smith to draft musical groups made up entirely of Nintendo characters. Who’s the frontperson? Who’s on…
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N64 Games Leaked? (News from 7/8/25)
Did Nintendo accidentally tip their hand on unreleased Nintendo 64 games coming to the Nintendo Switch Online library? Patrick and Mark join the internet in…
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ABC's of Donkey Kong Part 2
Patrick and Mark barrel into Part 2 of the ABC's of Donkey Kong, celebrating even more of the characters, games, and oddities that make DK a beloved Nintendo…
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Mario Kart World Update (Derogatory) News from 7.1.25 with Matt Acevedo
Patrick and special guest Matt Acevedo breakdown the drama around a recent update to Mario Kart World, how that update enforces the core design identity of a…
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ABC's of Donkey Kong Part 1
As Donkey Kong Banaza looms, Patrick and Mark celebrate the history of Nintendo's favorite ape with Part 1 of the ABC's of Donkey Kong. SUPPORT US ON PATREON…
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Donkey Kong Bananza Direct (News from 6.24.25) with Mikey McCollor
Patrick is joined by special guest Mikey McCollor to unpack the Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct. From songs time forgave to little girls with dreams to…
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Celebrating our 866th Episode
To celebrate their 866th episode, Patrick and Mark dedicate the entire show to 4'33" topics suggested by you! From childhood crushes to favorite classical…
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Splatoon Raiders Announced (News from 6/17/25)
Patrick and Mark gear up for a trip to the Spirhalite Islands as Nintendo reveals Splatoon Raiders, a brand-new spin-off game. Plus, a Donkey Kong Bananza…
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Mario Kart World & Switch 2 First Impressions
Patrick and Mark look back on their first week with Mario Kart World and the Switch 2 itself, and like any new relationship, there’s excitement, confusion, and…
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Post-Switch 2 Launch News Round-Up
The Switch 2 is finally here and the news keeps coming! Patrick and Mark round up everything happening in the wake of the Switch 2 launch, including updates…
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Switch 2 Launch Time Capsule
It’s Switch 2 launch day! To celebrate the occasion, Patrick and Mark create an audio time capsule capturing the moment: how they’re feeling, what they know…
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Switch 2 Final Checks (News from 6/3/25)
Patrick and Mark run through their final pre-launch checklist as the Switch 2 prepares for liftoff later this week. From their launch day plans to the games…
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Celebrating Nintendo Merchants
In their official capacity as members of the Nintendo Chamber of Commerce (don’t look it up), Patrick and Mark hand out prestigious honors to their favorite…
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Why Cow is in Mario Kart World (News from 5/27/25)
Patrick and Mark hit the track to break down this week’s Nintendo news, including how Cow and other classic NPCs have joined the roster in Mario Kart World…
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Why We're Excited for GameCube on Switch 2
Patrick and Mark each count down four reasons they’re hyped (and one reason they're not) for GameCube games on the Switch 2. SUPPORT US ON PATREON…
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Super Mario World Movie Title Leak (News from 5/20/25)
Hey, isn’t Mario supposed to be a plumber? Then why couldn’t he stop the leak that the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie might be called Super Mario World?…
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Favorite Video Game Countdowns w/ Nick Costanza
Patrick and Mark are joined by special guest Nick Costanza to count down their favorite countdowns in video games. From dramatic self-destruct sequences to…
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Switch 2 Sales Forecast (News from 5/13/25)
Patrick and Mark react to the news that Nintendo expects the Switch 2 to become the fastest selling console of all time in its first 10 months. Plus, Switch 2…
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Mother's Day Gifts For Nintendo Moms
Patrick and Mark celebrate Mother’s Day the only way they know how: by picking out thoughtful, weird, and possibly dangerous gifts for the iconic moms of the…
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Getting Ready for Switch 2 (News from 5/6/25)
A major firmware update for the original Switch adds support for features like Virtual Game Card and GameShare, and Patrick and Mark unpack what it means for…
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Pitching Nintendo Switch 2 Editions
With word that some Nintendo titles are getting souped-up “Switch 2 Editions,” Patrick and Mark imagine what other Switch games deserve the deluxe treatment…
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Switch 2 Pre-Order Madness (News from 4/29/25)
Patrick and Mark survived the great Switch 2 pre-order scramble—and lived to podcast about it! This week, the guys share their experiences trying to secure the…
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Decoding Nintendo Game Titles
Patrick and Mark affix patches to the elbows of their sports coats and dive deep into the curious semantics of Nintendo’s game titles. What does it really mean…
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Switch 2 Pre-Orders & Mario Kart World Direct (News from 4/22/25)
Patrick and Mark catch up on an eventful week in Nintendo news, with pre-order information and pricing confirmed for North America and—hey!—a whole Mario Kart…
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The Nintendo Game Cage Match
Patrick and Mark pit randomly selected Nintendo games against each other in a no-rules, rapid-fire showdown to determine which game reigns supreme. Will logic…
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When Can We Pre-Order Switch 2? (News from 4/15/25)
When will Switch 2 pre-orders open in North America? Nobody knows—not even Patrick and Mark! But that doesn’t stop them from trying to make sense of reports…
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Missing From the Switch 2 Direct
The Switch 2 Direct was packed with exciting news—but it didn’t cover everything. This week, Patrick and Mark explore what was missing from the presentation…
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Mark's Reaction to Switch 2 Direct
Mark is out of the hospital and now the only thing spewing out of his body uncontrollably is Switch 2 Direct opinions. Patrick and Mark finally get together to…
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Switch 2 Direct Reactions
Mark is waylaid with a medical emergency, so special guest co-host Conner McCabe joins Patrick to breakdown every minute of the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct. Super…
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Your Switch 2 Predictions
Patrick and Mark asked, and you delivered! With the Switch 2 Direct just hours away, the guys dive into listener predictions, reacting to your boldest guesses…
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March 2025 Nintendo Direct
Well, folks, that was a weird one! Patrick and Mark break down everything revealed in today’s Switch 1 Nintendo Direct, trying to make sense of it all. From…
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Another Nintendo Direct this Week? (News from 3/25/25)
A Switch 2 Nintendo Direct is locked in for next week—but what if Patrick and Mark told you there might be a Switch 1-focused Direct happening first? Rumors…
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Buying Everything in 2024...Worth It?
In 2023, Patrick declared he was going to buy everything Nintendo released in 2024. Now, Patrick and Mark take stock of the things Nintendo released, what they…
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RE-UPLOAD: GameCube Games for Switch 2? (News from 3/18/25)
Patrick and Mark get worked up about analog triggers as new regulatory filings indicate a GameCube controller could be in the works for the Switch 2. Could…
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ABC's of Nintendo Console Launches (Part 2)
This week, Patrick and Mark conclude their ABC's of Nintendo Console Launches. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/nintendocartridgesociety FRIEND…
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MAR10 Day & LEGO Mario Kart (News from 3/11/25)
Patrick and Mark throw off their Mario bed sheets, brush their teeth with Mario toothpaste, and dress in their finest blue overalls to celebrate the spoils of…
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ABCs of Nintendo Console Launches (Part 1)
Patrick and Mark prepare for the Switch 2 by looking back at the systems that came before with Part 1 of the ABCs of Nintendo Console Launches. SUPPORT US ON…
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Pokemon Presents Round-Up (News from 3/4/25)
Patrick and Mark use "News." It's super effective! The guys round-up all of the announcements from last week's Pokemon Presents, including the reveal of…
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Listener Feedback: Fresh Franchises Revisited
Patrick and Mark dive into your questions and comments about last week’s episode on Nintendo’s original IPs. From franchises they overlooked to fresh…
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Loyalty Program Tune-Up: Gold Points No More! (News from 2/25/25)
Patrick and Mark—who absolutely always knew Nintendo's rewards program is called "Gold Points" (and not "Gold Coins")—break down the latest updates and…
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Fresh Franchises: Nintendo’s Original IP Through the Generations
By listener suggestion, Patrick and Mark take a deep dive into the new worlds and characters Nintendo has introduced with each console generation. From…
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Super Gamer Boys x NCS (News from 2/18/25)
Patrick and Mark team up with Garrett Morlang and the Super Gamer Boys podcast for an epic crossover episode! They break down the latest Nintendo news…
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Casting Classic Disney Love Stories with Nintendo Characters
This Valentine's Day, Patrick and Mark play Cupid by casting Nintendo characters in classic Disney love stories. Tune in as they reimagine The Little Mermaid…
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Joycon is a Mouse Now (News from 2/11/25) with Conner McCabe
Patrick is joined by special guest Conner McCabe to try to make sense of all these new Nintendo patent filings, speculate about what "mouse support" could…
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Donkey Kong Villains Ranked
Patrick and Mark explore the colorful rogues' gallery of Donkey Kong villains, tracing their evolution through the years. Then, after reviewing the contenders…
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Animal Crossing Valentines Event (News from 2/4/25)
After an unexpected sick day last week, Patrick and Mark are back—fever-free and (mostly) decongested—to catch up on all the latest Nintendo news! This week…
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Xbox Games on Switch 2 (News from 1/28/25)
Patrick and Mark dive into Phil Spencer’s remarks on Xbox’s plans to support the Switch 2, speculating on what the future could hold. Plus, the challenges…
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Hardware Transition Years
With the Switch 2 set to launch later this year, Patrick and Mark take a look back at Nintendo’s past hardware transition years. From the highs of smooth…
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How Many Switch 2s Can Nintendo Sell in Year 1? (News from 1/21/25)
With the Switch 2 officially unveiled, Patrick and Mark unpack reports that Nintendo is setting its sights on selling up to 20 million units in the console's…
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Switch 2 Reveal Impressions
The Nintendo Switch 2 is revealed! Patrick and Mark convene an emergency meeting of the Nintendo Cartridge Society to discuss the Nintendo Switch 2 First-Look…
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Top 10 Nintendo Revivals
Patrick and Mark celebrate the release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD by ranking their top 10 favorite Nintendo revivals. From long-dormant franchises to…
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Switch 2 Reveal This Week? (News from 1/14/25)
The internet is running hot with rumors that the Switch 2 will be revealed this week, and Patrick and Mark discuss what they expect when Nintendo finally pulls…