Canadian Gamers & Nintendo Fanboyz: Recent Episodes
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Canadian Gamers & Nintendo Fanboyz are podcasts that focus on whatever is happening in the gaming industry at the time of recording... that or, whatever we feel like talking about.
Canadian Gamers & Nintendo Fanboyz is an off-shoot of Project C.O.E. (projectcoe.com) which houses all of our reviews, news, etc.
You're here for the podcast though, so enjoy our crazy shenanigans.
Steven and Jarrod return after a long hiatus to talk about what they've been up to. Lots of Coromon talk, plus TMNT, Stray, God of War, As Dusk Falls, and more! We hope you enjoy.
Today Jarrod and Steven discuss how Zelda has been delayed to 2023 and Jarrod rambles on about his ongoing impressions about Legends Arceus.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss BDSP, Legends Arceus and the Wii U and 3DS eShops going the way of the Dodo.
Today Jarrod flies solo and talks about his top ten games of 2021. He's got a nasty COVID-laced cold so his voice isn't what it usually is, but just the same we hope you enjoy.
Welcome back, Steven and Tim talk about the new Switch OLED model, Monster Hunter Stories 2, and the Switch. Let's not forget about the Steam Deck as well, that's the highlight.
Today the boys discuss where they have disappeared to and what they've been playing. They also speak about the latest Pokémon Direct and their thoughts on the latest Nintendo news.
Jarrod and Steven hand out their illustrious and yet rather useless Game of the Year awards. If you enjoy people who enjoy awarding games for five years ago a 2020 award, this is the podcast for you.
Today Steven and Tim talk about their impressions of the Crown Tundra DLC, and the future of Dragon Quest.
Yes you heard that right fanboyz and girls, Super Mario 64 is the most overrated videogame of all time. What do you have to say about that?!
Today Tim and Jarrod talk all about the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X launch details as well as the megaton news that Microsoft just bought ZeniMax Media. We hope you enjoy!
On today's episode Steven essentially interviews Jarrod over his history with import gaming.
Today Steven and Jarrod talk about the latest Nintendo news and in particular about Super Mario 3D All-Stars being a limited release...including the digital version. Steven also updates us on his Nexomon journey and we discuss
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.
On today's glorious episode Steven murders a mouse in cold blood, while Jarrod resurrects Saturnday with a bold new style that we hope you will enjoy.
Today the boys discuss the Polymega and why it is an absolute power house for retro gamers. Steven also talks about his first impressions of Bloodstained Ritual of the Night on the Nintendo Switch.
Today the boys finally get back to together and chat about what's going on. There are some pretty big updates the boys discuss.
Today Steven and Jarrod talk all about the latest MMO Temtem, the future of Pokémon and basic breeding tips for Pokémon Sword and Shield. We hope you enjoy.
Today Steven and Jarrod go all in with their 1.5 hour review of Dragon Quest XI S. Warning, there will be full spoilers in this review.
Today the boys talk all about The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening and Dragon Quest XI S. Jarrod's also got a lovely DQ Blast from the Past.
Today Steven talks about Dragon Quest and Fire Emblem, plus all the news from the Nintendo Direct.
Today Jarrod and Steven talk all about Dragon Quest XI S, and even our Blast from the Past has something to do with Dragon Quest. It's as the title suggests, it's a Dragon Quest Mega Podcast.
The boys talk about the 10th anniversary of Dragon Quest IX, the newly announced Switch Lite, and the National Pokédex not appearing in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Whatever will be do?!?!
Today the guys talk about Mario Maker 2, and a whole bunch of the latest games they've been playing including Gato Roboto, Cadence of Hyrule, and a little gem called Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.
Jarrod and Steven talk about the latest Pokémon Direct and the wonderful news that just broke earlier today!
Today the boys talk about their top 10 Switch games of all time...or up until May 2019 that is.
Jarrod continues his interview of the glorious Steven. This time the interview starts where the last one ended with the arrival of the PS2/GameCube/Xbox generation and continues all the way up through the modern generation.
Steven and Jarrod report on the latest Nintendo sales and to be frank, they're absolutely incredible. This is one podcast you fanboyz aren't going to want to miss.
Today Jarrod discusses the Capcom Home Arcade, the Mini Classic console craze, retro gaming, and new Neo Geo hardware?!?!
Today the boys talk about Final Fantasy VII, and a buttload of Zelda news, plus the latest Nindies.
Steven and Jarrod discuss the death of the Vita, Google's new gaming platform, and eBegging. We certainly hope you enjoy the podcast.
Today Jarrod and Steven give their first thoughts on the brand new, just revealed Pokémon Sword & Shield.
Jarrod flies solo again, but this time has quite a lot of content to cover including a Nintendo Direct and the news that Reggie is retiring. Enjoy!
Today Jarrod flies solo again and discusses Metroid Prime 4 starting from scratch, Bungie leaving Activision, what it's like to try and have a successful career while maintaining quality game time, and Dragon Quest becoming an international hit...what it will take.
The Switch was the best selling console in 2019 and the latest Smash is selling faster than anything has before. The world is on fire for Nintendo, but can they keep the momentum going?
Steven and Jarrod hand out their infamous Game of the Year awards. We want to hear what you thought were the best games of 2018.
Today Ahmed joins Jarrod for a really fun podcast talking about what it is like being so busy and keeping gaming a part of your everyday life. It's not easy, but making what little time you have available count is all that matters.
The guys talk about Nintendo's year in review, which means a lot about Wii U ports, the 3DS on its way out, and a kick ass blast from the past.
Today Jarrod and Steven question the existence of the Intellivision Amico and dub the PlayStation Classic the PlayStation Non-Classic.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss two key topics, Pokémon Let's Go and the rumors about a new Nintendo Switch hitting the scene next year.
Today Steven and Jarrod talk about the glorious PlayStation Classic, Telltale Games going bankrupt, and an Amazon dispute with Nintendo.
Today Jarrod and Steven go through the motions of the latest Nintendo Direct, and the details surrounding Nintendo's online service.
Today, Steven gets ditched by the evil warlord Jarrod and talks all by his lonelyself about such games as Octopath Traveler, The Messenger, Little Dragon’s Café, Dead Cells and Harvest Moon. He also rambles on about Bethesda’s success on the switch, the July NPD results, the Nintendo online service and the future of the Yokai Watch franchise. Enjoy!
Today Steven continues his interview of Jarrod by discussing the arcade scene in the early 90s, all the way up through the launch of the Wii, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Today Steven and Jarrod talk about a scandal with IGN and plagiarism, the fact Nintendo Switch sales fell 4.5% and a few other odds and ends.
Today is a milestone episode for the boys as they officially release the 100th episode of Canadian Gamers. To celebrate this momentous occasion they finally reveal their top 10 Dragon Quest games of all time. They also look back at 100 episode of good times and insanity.
The title says it all...or does it. Steven and Jarrod discuss Nintendo shareholders sells their shares, the latest Pokémon Let's Go news, and Nintendo's bizarre approach to the eShop and indies.
Steven and Jarrod talk all about the glorious Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon. This outstanding game is one you simply can't miss.
Today Ahmed and Jarrod talk about five games that absolutely highlight the greatness of Canadian developers. Ahmed screws up along the way too, and lists an American developer just for kicks.
Steven tells you why he think Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu could be the beginning of the end for the franchise, and then jumps head first into his thoughts of Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon.
Today Steven, Jarrod, and Ahmed discuss the future of Pokémon, Nintendo's Online plans, and Monster Hunter heading to the Switch. Ahmed closes us out with a talk about Mega Man X.
Today Jarrod flies solo and discusses his top five forgotten franchises, as well as some more Dragon Quest XI news, Red Dead Redemption 2 and the Neo Geo Mini. I hope you enjoy!
Today the boys talk about several key topics including...
- Dragon Quest XI new area discovered.
- Monster Crown
- Sega Ages and possible death of the virtual console
- 1 Genre you used to love that you can't play anymore.
- Pokemon rumors, generation 8, ultra shiny trademark ect.
- Blast from the Past
Did the title convince you to give the podcast a listen? Well I certainly hope so as today Jarrod talks a lot about Dragon Quest, some Spidey, and a bit about the latest Spyro the Dragon.
Today the boys talk about what they've been up to lately, the Nindies from a few days ago which included such awesome looking games, like the Messenger, and then Steven wraps everything up with a classic Blast from the Past that deserves way more praise than Steven gives it.
The title says it all really. Nintendo should copy Netflix for their new Switch Virtual Console. We think it would be for the best. The rest of the podcast sees Jarrod talking about Lost Vikings, and Steven talking about the thousands of games he has been playing lately.
Today Jarrod talks about Xbox Game Pass, Kaz leaving Sony, Google getting into games, and Evo 2018. I hope you enjoy.
Today Steven and discuss the newly announced Nintendo Labo kits, Xenoblade Saga 2, Blossom Tales, what they've been up to as of late, some big giveaways coming up, and naturally a Blast from the Past (Resident Evil 2 on the N64).
Today Steven and Jarrod talk about the latest Nintendo Direct. The boys weren't overly impressed, but what did you think? They also talk about the hype for the Direct, Blossom Tales, and naturally a Blast from the Past.
Today Jarrod and Steven talk all about Pokémon Ultra Sun & Moon. Be warned, we talk about everything there is to talk about with the game, so major spoiler warning.
In today's episode Jarrod and Steven look to the future and predict what will happen to Nintendo in 2018. Happy New Year everyone!
Today Steven and Jarrod talk all about what Nintendo did in 2017 from new hardware to a bunch of incredible games. Join us as we take a look back at this memorable year.
Today Jarrod is flying solo and talks about the latest NPD sales, how EA are horrible, some Dragon Quest X news, and why Steven is nowhere to be found.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss the latest Nintendo sales figures, Super Mario Odyssey, and their top 10 Super Mario games of all time. Jarrod wraps it up with a Blast from the Past looking at Paper Mario!
Today Jarrod and Steven talk about Patreon, Stardew Valley, Golf Story, and whether or not Nintendo would ever stop making single-player games.
Steven solos this glorious lost episode talking about Golf Story, and many other excellent topics such as whether or not Amazon actually sucks. He also has a fantastic Blast from the Past today.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss a really hot topic, the big debate of Physical vs. Digital videogames. They also discuss why they enjoy portable gaming so much, Metroid: Samus Returns, Cuphead, and Street Fighter V.
Today Jarrod recaps the latest Nintendo Direct, gives his impressions on Metroid: Samus Returns, and discussions some deeper topics such as why Bethesda is all cozy with Nintendo all of a sudden.
Jarrod flies solo today to discuss LA Noire on the Switch, FIFA 18, Pokemon downloadable goodies, a new Legend of Zelda, and a Blast from the Past that will Dragon Punch you.
Today Ahmed and Jarrod talk all about the disastrous SNES Classic Edition pre-orders and how pathetic everything was. They also discuss some thoughts and impressions on Dragon Quest XI, Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition and the remake of Secret of Mana.
Today Steven goes solo to discuss what he's been playing as of late, including Miitopia, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate, and of course, Dragon Quest XI.
Steven returns for another Fanboyz episode where we talk about our top 5 upcoming games on Nintendo systems and 15 games we demand to see on next year's inevitable N64 Classic Edition.
Today Jarrod talks about the Castlevania Netflix show, his Top 5 RPGs of All Time, Switch game prices in Canada, and more.
Today Jarrod is flying solo and discusses the Dragon Quest XI Nintendo Direct, and the recently announced SNES Classic Edition.
Steven and Jarrod discuss the main news that happened at the latest Pokémon Nintendo Direct.
Today Jarrod talks about...
• We’re going to start streaming; what would you like to see?
• Binding of Isaac impressions.
• Dragon Quest Heroes II impressions.
• Mario Kart 8 impressions.
• Pokémon Stars/Eclipse rumors
• Fire Emblem Echoes.
• Splatoon 2.
• Dragon Quest XI Update.
• Topic of the show. Arms!
• Blast from the past: Wacky Races (NES).
Today Ahmed and Jarrod discuss the following topics.
• Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite – Mega Man X, and teams the focus.
• Call of Duty: WW2.
• New 2DS XL - $149.99 USD, July 28, 2017.
• Switch worldwide sales are at 2.74 million units, which is a great start.
• Dragon Quest XI Special Edition Consoles (PS4) – July 29, 2017
- Dragon Quest-themed PlayStation 4 hardware with one terabyte hard-drive
- Dragon Quest-themed DualShock 4 wireless controller
- Physical copy of Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time for PlayStation 4 with download code for early purchase bonuses “Vest of Happiness” and “Upstart Vest”
- “Liquid Metal Slime” gold USB cover figure
- PlayStation 4 original theme download code
- Cables and printed matter
- 39,980 yen ($350 USD)
• Dragon Quest XI Special Edition Consoles (New 2DS XL) – July 29, 2017
- Dragon Quest Liquid Metal Slime-themed New Nintendo 2DS XL hardware
- Physical copy of Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time for 3DS with download code for early purchase bonuses “Vest of Happiness” and “Upstart Vest”
- Liquid Metal Slime 3DS theme download code
- 22,480 yen ($200 USD)
• PS4 shipments over 60 million, with another 18 million expected to be sold by April 2018. As of January 1st, 53.7 million PS4s were sold to consumers, so it makes sense that Sony would announced shipments and not sales given this is the slowest part of the year for sales.
Welcome Ahmed Mosly everyone!
Today we discuss my Dragon Quest XI pre-order, and how unusual it is for a 3DS and a PS4 game to ship in the same box. It’s awesome. There will be even a cross-save feature between both games, which is excellent.
General News
• Nintendo Direct from April 12, 2017.
• 3DS News Announced:
o Hey! Pikmin launches July 28, 2017.
o Ever Oasis launches June 23rd.
o Monster Hunter Stories launches Fall 2017.
o Yo-Kai Watch Psychic Specters launches Fall 2017.
o Culdcept Revolt launches August 29th.
o RPG Maker Fes launches June 27th.
o Miitopia launches late 2017.
o Fire Emblem Echoes will have a season pass for its DLC content. Some content will be free. Release date for the DLC is to be announced later.
o Kirby’s 25th Anniversary Celebration:
o Team Kirby Clash Deluxe launched after the Direct presentation.
o Kirby’s Blowout Blast launches Summer 2017.
o New multiplayer action game set for release sometime in 2017. No further details provided.
o Bye-Bye Boxboy launched after the predestination.
• Nintendo Switch News Announced:
o ARMS launches June 16, 2017.
o A neon yellow Joy-Con set will release the same day as ARMS on June 16.
o Nintendo also announced a new Joy-Con AA battery pack which will also launch on June 16th. This is interesting as the Joy-Con last an extremely long time as is.
o Nintendo recapped information on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers, launching on April 28 and May 26 respectively.
o Minecraft Switch Edition launches May 11, 2017.
o Samurai Shodown 4 launched on April 13.
o Sonic Forces hits Holiday 2017.
o Sonic Mania launches Summer 2017.
o Project Mekuru launches Summer 2017, and is a puzzle game of sorts.
o Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star launches July 25th. Was released in January for PS4 and Vita.
o Disgaea 5 Complete launches May 23.
o Puyo Puyo Tetris Demo launched after the presentation.
o Monopoly launches Fall 2017.
o Rayman Legends Definitive Edition launches 2017.
o Sine Mora Ex launches Summer 2017, it’s an excellent Shmup that was released in 2012 for a wide array of platforms.
o Battle Chasers launches summer 2017.
o Payday 2 launches in 2017.
o Namco Museum launches Summer 2017.
o Spare Switch Dock launches May 19th.
o Splatoon 2 launches July 21st.
Topic of the show
• Nintendo announced they have sold 906,000 Switch consoles in the US, but independent research group SuperData have revealed the system sold through approximately 2.4 million units worldwide in its first month. Interestingly Nintendo also revealed that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild sold 1.3 million units in the US, 925,000 copies on the Switch, and 460,000 on the Wii U. PS4 sold through 1 million units in 24 hours in North America.
• NES Classic Edition Cancelation.
Amiibo News
• Hey! Pikmin will have its own unique Amiibo, which will launch on July 28th, 2017.
• Majora's Mask Link, Twilight Princess Link and Skyward Sword Link launch on June 23rd, and will unlock the Skyward Sword armor set and the Fierce Deity armor set in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
• Cloud Strife, Corrin, and Bayonetta will finally see release on July 21. Interestingly Nintendo announced a Player 2 version for each of these characters, which will be exclusive to certain retail outlets. So in other words, there are two different versions of each of the final Smash Bros Amiibos.
• Nintendo also announced a new set of Splatoon Amiibo that will launch on July 21st featuring new versions of Inkling Girl, Inkling Boy, and a Squid. Splatoon 2 will also be compatible with the previously-released Splatoon Amiibo.
A blast from the past
• Super Mario RPG
Today the fine fellas discuss...
• Mario Sports Superstars
• LEGO City Undercover
• Square Enix making more Switch games?
• Future Zelda games open world as well?
Topic of the show
• Steven gets his Switch. Thoughts & impressions.
Amiibo News
• 3 new Amiibos appeared on Best Buy’s website.
A blast from the past
• Donkey Kong Country
Today Jarrod and Steven discuss...
• Colin Moriarty leaving Kinda Funny.
• Does Nintendo get a pass with reviews?
• Switch sales.
• PlayStation Now and Xbox Game Pass.
• Podcast being published early on iTunes and Podcast Services.
• Zelda Dual Review.
Today the fellas talk about...
• Jarrod caving in an buying a Switch
• DQ 8 Review Discussion coming up.
• A new mailbag.
• Nintendo Switch impressions.
• Mario Sports Superstars.
• Pokémon Sun & Moon update. on up,
• Breath of Wild
• Blast from the past: Blades of Steel.
Today Jarrod and Steven discuss whether or not Horizon: Zero Dawn will affect the reception of Nintendo latest Zelda game, Breath of the Wild. The boys also talk about Dragon Quest VIII, some more on the Switch and a few other odds and ends.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss a bizarre affliction we dubbed Gaming Depression, as well as the following topics:
- Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
- Fire Emblem Heroes
- South Park: The Fractured But Whole
- Project Scorpio
- Games we disliked and then adored
Today the boys discuss...
• Dragon Quest VIII
• The latest Nintendo Switch news.
• Pokébank now compatible with Pokémon Sun and Moon, and you can bring in all those Generation 1 Pokémon.
• Tons of news from the Fire Emblem Direct.
• Nintendo purposely gimped The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Wii U to make the Switch version appear superior.
• New Amiibo figures to be released to coincide with the release of Echoes on May 19th.
• A blast from the past.
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss the Nintendo Switch reveal press conference and where we believe Nintendo dropped the ball. We also tackle a fantastic NES game for our Blast from the Past.
Today we discuss...
- How well the podcasts have been performing
- The 30th Anniversary of Final Fantasy
- Dragon Quest XI news
- Pokémon Sun & Moon
- The Last of Us 2
Today Steven and Jarrod discuss the Nintendo Switch, the latest Dragon Quest XI details, and Pokémon Sun and Moon. Finally, Steven wraps things off with his Blast from the Past.
Today Jarrod and Steven return to podcasting as their technical problems are behind them. Today's video is all about our 2016 Game of the Year awards!
Today Jarrod and Steven talk about...
• Pokémon Uranium news
• Some Pokémon Sun & Moon news
• Super Mario Run
• Latest surprising Nintendo sales data
• Super Mario Maker 3DS
• Paper Mario Color Splash
Our topic of the show is Dragon Quest VII!
We wrap up with a nice N64 blast from the past, with a look at WinBack.
Today, Steven talks about:
-Jarrod letting everyone down
-Pokemon Uranium
-Rocket League on NX?
-Metroid Prime Federation Force and Axiom Verge impressions
- Mario Maker 3DS Thoughts
-Nintendo Direct Impressions
-Dragon Quest VII and VIII
-Animal Crossing
-Amiibo News
-Is the Wii U dead?
-Blast from the past
Today the guys talk about...
• Axiom Verge heads to Wii U on September 1st, it’s apparently the best version. ($19.99 USD)
• Metroid 2 Remake
• No official Metroid game for the series’ 30th anniversary
• Phantom release of Metroid: Federation Force
• Nintendo removing fan made games, is this good or bad?
• Pokémon Snap hits European eShop
• Pokémon Sun and Moon updates
• Pokémon Uranium
• Blast from the Past
We're back on iTunes! This week Jarrod and Steven talk about the following...
• 2TB Xbox One S sells out.
• PS4 Neo to be revealed in New York on Sept 7th.
• Sony profits down year over year, but PlayStation business did gangbusters.
• No Man’s Sky’s day 1 patch changes the entire game.
• Dragon Quest X officially announced for the NX.
Topics of the day include:
• The appeal of Grand Theft Auto.
• Games that used to last forever because of your limited fundsseemed to last forever when you were young. The appeal of certain games. Thi
Steven talks about the latest Pokémon, while Jarrod discusses some of the recent uploads to the site. A nice quick podcast for your listening pleasure.