The Joystick Drift Podcast: Recent Episodes
Nic, Melina, & Alex
Welcome to the show where we drift off as much as a joystick. Join Nic, Melina, and Alex as they host this Nintendo-centric gaming podcast and discuss everything from retro consoles, Zelda, and more! ~ New episodes every Wednesday!
It's been one heck of a ride. From starting out as a brand new channel, to reaching over 1k subs. Join Alex, Colyn, Melina, and Nic as they talk about their time at Momocon 2023 in Atlanta GA.
DISCLAIMER: the sneak peak at the beginning is a JOKE and more context is given later in the episode!
Please note that this video was recorded with the intentions that there would be another recording, but due to Nic leaving, this episode became the season 1 finale. We thank you all so much for getting us this far and hope you stick around for more in the future!
On this week's podcast episode Nic is joined by special guest Nishquik Pops to talk all about the Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed DLC! They talk about what they enjoyed, their favorite characters, and why it's a good conclusion to the series!They also dive into Tears of the Kingdom and the lore implications that it presents...====Follow the podcast with the links below!🎙️ Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/JDPSpotify🎧 Apple: https://tinyurl.com/JDPApple📸 Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/JDPInstagram🎮 Gaming Channel: https://tinyurl.com/JDPGaming====Check Out Nishquik!🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCRl6Pd3eDJjcDuHxbGRmtrA 🐥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/nish_kelk
After playing Tears of the Kingdom this weekend, we're here to give our first impressions on the game and how we feel it compares to Breath of the Wild! This episode is free of any major story spoilers, as we talk more about the gameplay and our experiences with it!
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With Tears of the Kingdom releasing THIS WEEK, we wanted to take one last look at Breath of the Wild and talk about what we loved, what we hated, and what we hope the sequel improves upon!
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Over the last several years Nintendo has released over 200+ Amiibo figures for their various games, and in this episode of the podcast we rank THEM ALL!
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With the Super Mario Bros. Movie''s INSANE success, we're here to discuss the future of the "Nintendo Cinematic Universe", and which franchise could get it's own movie next!
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The Legend of Zelda is an iconic franchise with many great games, but has IGN really put together the best list? Find out as the whole Joystick Crew reacts to the list and gives their own!They also talk about how streaming and speed runs are vital to a game's relevance!
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Video games often play a huge role in our lives, which is why on this episode we're talking about the games that impacted us the most! Nic, Alex, Colyn, and Melina all share 9 games that have influenced their lives, from the Legend of Zelda to Dance Dance Revolution?
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It's trivia night! On this episode of the podcast Melina hosts our own version of Nintendo Jeopardy while Nic, Colyn, and Alex compete against each other for a prize!
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After many hours spent stealing hearts and fighting rotten adults, Nic, Alex, and Colyn sit down to talk about Persona 5 Royal. They discuss their favorite parts of the game, which palace is the best, and their expectations for Persona 6.They also have a heated debate over who is best girl between Makoto, Haru, and Kasumi...
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On this episode of the podcast the whole Joystick crew bands together to rank EVERY Nintendo console from the Pong Console to the Switch OLED.They also talk about what they've been playing, Nic dislike for Fire Emblem, and more!
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With rumors of a new Nintendo console coming soon, Nic, Melina and Alex take it upon themselves to build the next Switch for Nintendo! They discuss how Nintendo can improve on the Switch's design while keeping the console portable!
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On this episode of the podcast Melina, Alex, Colyn, and special guest Don discuss their thoughts on the most recent Pokémon Presents and why it was pretty underwhelming.
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On this episode of the podcast Melina, Alex, Colyn, and special guest Don discuss their favorite Pokémon games! They also talk about their favorite generations, what's next for the anime, and their predictions for the upcoming Pokémon Presents!
With a new trailer out for Tears of the Kingdom, the Joystick crew takes it upon themselves to breakdown the trailer and find any secrets they can in it! They also discuss their own personal theories for the game...
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With our first Nintendo Direct of 2023 under our belt, let's talk about how it turned out and how we feel about it in this first ever LIVE episode of the podcast!
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Things are gonna get a little emotional today as the Joystick crew talks about some of their saddest moments in gaming...
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With Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom less than four months away, we have to talk about how Zelda fans seem to be turning on Nintendo over this new game...
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On what can only be described as our most chaotic episode to date, the Joystick crew ranks all 82 fighters from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!
They also dive into what they've been up to lately and what they've all been playing!
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New Year, New Podcast! On this first episode of 2023 Nic, Colyn, and Alex discuss what they expect from Nintendo this year, and what they're looking forward to!
They also breakdown some recent leaks for Tears of the Kingdom, and why they're probably fake...
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On this episode of the podcast the whole Joystick crew looks back on everything Nintendo from 2022 and debate how well this year shaped up as a whole!
They also share their Nintendo Switch Yearly Stats, and Nic bets on the Switch Pro coming in 2023...
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On this episode of the podcast the whole Joystick crew discusses anime video games and why they're all so terrible. They also talk about what makes a good anime game, their favorite anime, and why Nic shouldn't watch One Piece dubbed...
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On this episode of the podcast Nic, Melina, and Alex dive into the latest trailer for the Super Mario Bros. Movie and give their thoughts! They also talk about what they've been playing, the potential Nintendo Cinematic Universe, and why Nic likes Chris Pratt as Mario....
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On this episode of the podcast Nic, Melina, and Alex cast their votes for the 2022 Game Awards! They talk about what they've been playing, why Nic dislikes Sonic Frontiers, and whether or not Xeonblade can win GOTY!
They also make some serious bets based on the possible outcomes...
On this episode of the podcast Nic, Colyn, and Alex rank every single Zelda game! They also talk about how Breath of the Wild redefined the series, why Ocarina of Time is the worst, and the power of Zelda's thighs?
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What does the future hold for Nintendo in a post-Switch era? Is Switch Pro coming in 2023? A new 2D Zelda and/or Mario game? The ultimate Zelda trilogy? Find out our thoughts in this episode of the podcast!
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On this episode of the podcast Nic, Colyn, and Alex discuss how Nintendo has failed to properly bring their retro/legacy content to the Switch, and how they can improve on it in the future...
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On this episode of the podcast Nic, Melina, and Alex rank their top 5 favorite video games of all time! They also talk about what they've been up to recently, how easy it is to get a PS5, and Sony hating Xbox?
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On this episode of the podcast, Nic and Colyn do a deep dive into Xenoblade Chronicles 3, the most recent game in the franchise. They discuss their thoughts on the story, characters, gameplay, and more! They also debate on whether the story DLC will be a prologue, epilogue, or neither...
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Love is in the air this episode as we talk about our video game crushes! We discuss our childhood & current day crushes, who Melina is thirstiest for, Nic's insane lack of Pokémon knowledge, and more!
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It's time for a Zelda deep dive baby! In this episode we discuss everything Tears of the Kingdom, from our wildest theories to whether or not Link should talk, it's all here! Plus we talk about Switch Pro, a potential Zelda trilogy, and more!
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It'sa-me, a-Mario... With the first official trailer for the Super Mario Bros. movie now out, we decided to break it down and give our first impressions of the film! We discuss our thoughts on Chris Pratt's Mario voice, how this movie sets itself apart from the games, and the future of Nintendo movies/shows!
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On the first ever episode of the podcast Nic, Melina, and Alex talk their gaming childhoods, how they got into Nintendo, and their undying love for Zelda. Plus, Melina recants how she once ripped a Nintendo DS in half with her bare hands...
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The Joystick Drift Podcast launches October 5th, 2022...
This is a weekly gaming podcast hosted by three college friends who have a deep love for Nintendo!
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