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Review: Cybertrash STATYX (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
With Cybertrash STATYX, I thought I was getting another retro-looking platformer with plenty of obstacle course action and lots of shooting at the bad guys. Me too He made take this. What I got was also not exactly what I was hoping for. As our regulars already know,...
Review: Astro Duel 2 (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Astro Duel 2 is a shooter/platformer for the Nintendo Switch. When I say shooter/platformer, I don't mean it just merges those genres into one. No, Astro Duel 2 has two separate elements: platforming and shooting. It's a cool idea that generally works, despite a few...
Review: Freedom Planet 2 (Nintendo Switch)
I have an interesting story when it comes to Planet Liberty. I remember scrolling through the Sonic Fanon Wiki in my spare time in high school to see how Sonic fans draw characters and I saw a character named "Lilac the Hedgehog". Sound familiar? The sonic inspiration...
Review: Pepper Grinder (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Pepper Grinder is a fast-paced platformer for the Nintendo Switch. Developed by indie studio Ahr Ech, it takes Dig Dug's classic tunnel-building concept and fuses it with the platforming nuances of Mario's best adventures. The result is something very unique, with...
Review: The Vale: Shadow of the Crown (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
The Vale: Shadow of the Crown is an adventure RPG that is fully blind accessible. Its graphics are nothing more than floating points of light, like what you see when you close your eyes. The game relies on story and binaural sound effects to push players through. In...
Review: Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore (Nintendo Switch)
For better or worse, Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore aimed to be a spiritual successor to a pair of CD-i games. Long before they were YouTube fodder, the younger Trev was playing both Link: The Faces of Evil and Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon, on actual CD-i material, no...
Review: Ultimate Racing 2D 2 (Nintendo Switch)
"The ultimate top-down racing is back!" proclaims Ultimate Racing 2D 2. Having "Ultimate" in the title might raise suspicions, but (unlike most critics) we were fans of predecessor. With even more on offer, can we say the same here? With a busy menu screen (including...
Review: The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Do you sometimes go to a restaurant and think, “Do I really like this place? I should come here more often,” then forget about it for the next six months? This is The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered. It's an okay game while you're playing it, but it's not likely to...
Review: Rough Justice ’84 (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Rough Justice '84 is a strategy-puzzle title for the Nintendo Switch. It involves recruiting agents and solving cases in a fictional, crime-ridden city set in the 1980s. With neon lighting, voice acting and an 80s synth-based soundtrack, it has a lot going for it....
Review: Grime Definitive Edition (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Immediately, I appreciated many aspects of Grime Definitive Edition. The art style of this Soulslike action platformer is dull, yet detailed and almost smooth in appearance. The action is heavy, but controlled. The characters are… unique. I mean, you play as a rock...
Review: Reigns: Three Kingdoms (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Not one, not two, but three kingdoms - what a deal! Oops, what? It's a game? OK then-a game…but it's still a deal! Like Reigns: Kings and Queens and Reigns: Game of Thrones before it, Reigns: Three Kingdoms is a turn-based strategy game, this time set near the end of...
718 – Diving into Switch 2 Rumors and Nintendo Legal Action
Episode 718 of Infendo Radio delves into the swirling rumors surrounding the highly anticipated Switch 2, examining the latest speculation and discussing its potential implications for the gaming industry. Additionally, the episode examines Nintendo's legal...
717 – Exploring the latest Pokémon gifts
Episode 717 of Infendo Radio sees hosts Justin, Eugene and Brandon break down the recent Pokémon Presents event where they discuss reveal titles like Pokémon Legends: ZA and Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket. With insightful analysis and lively conversation, the...
Review: Bahnsen Knights (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Bahnsen Knights is an 80s-inspired adventure thriller in which you play as Boulder, a secret agent whose partner disappeared while investigating a gang called the Bahnsen Knights. This gang is known for their obsession with fast cars and...tornadoes? It seems so. Add...
Review: Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash is a third person fighting game based on an anime I don't watch. Just so we're all on the same page here. Of fine. The characters race each other through the battlefield - which is defined by a blue shield - centered on scenes from the...
Review: AdventureQuest 8-bit: Dungeons & Doomknights (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
The thing about niche games is that I can usually pinpoint the niche. This is not the case with AdventureQuest 8-Bit: Dungeons & Doomknights. NES-era RPG fans seemed like the likely candidate, but after playing AdventureQuest 8-Bit, I think it's just a joke for...
Review: Promenade (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Promenade is a puzzle platformer for Nintendo Switch. It combines cute aesthetics with investigative elements in a difficult outing that belies its cartoonish appearance. It all adds up to a fun and rewarding experience. You play the role of a young boy named Nemo....
716 – Nintendo Partner Direct Recap and game updates
In episode 716, the Infendo Radio team is joined by former Infendo alumnus Chris to break down the recent Nintendo Partner Direct. They explore exciting third-party announcements and reveal release dates for anticipated Switch titles. At the same time, the hosts share...
Review: Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
I am ready to admit my mistake. Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island isn't the first Shiren game I've played. Tried Shiren the Wanderer on Wii, didn't get it and moved on quickly. The same might have happened here if I didn't review this...
Review: qomp2 (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
qomp2 is an arcade puzzle game developed by Graphite Lab and published by Atari. This sequel is the successor to qomp, which was originally released in 2021. I never played the first game, so qomp2 is my introduction to this Pong redesign. In this game, you play as...
Review: Mario vs. Donkey Kong (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Mario vs. Donkey Kong is a puzzle game for Nintendo Switch. While the term "remake" may turn some off, this revamped Game Boy Advance title has plenty of new and returning players to enjoy. The first thing that stands out is the fun and family-friendly appeal of Mario...
Review: Fit My Cat (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Fit My Cat is a puzzle game developed and published by RedDeerGames. It's a cute, cozy game where you organize cats into boxes and…well, that's about it. Each level contains a box and a handful of cats. Cats vary in shape and size. Some can fit into a square inside...
715 – Switch 2 Backward Compatibility Game Rumors and Updates
In episode 715 of Infendo Radio, the hosts delve into rumors about the Switch 2's backwards compatibility feature, while also sharing their experiences with various games. Join us for an exciting episode filled with game updates and speculation.I hope you enjoy the...
714 – Switch 2 Launch game predictions and updates
Episode 714 of Infendo Radio sees the hosts share their thoughts and predictions for the upcoming Switch 2 release lineup, along with updates on the games they're playing. Dive into this episode for lively discussions and exciting gaming insights.I hope you enjoy the...
713 – 20 Gaming Questions and Updates
Episode 713 of Infendo Radio offers listeners an exciting game of 20 Questions, along with updates on the latest games played by the hosts. Join the fun as they engage in lively discussions and share their thoughts on various gaming topics.I hope you enjoy the show!Be...
712 – Nintentunes and Gaming Updates
Episode 712 of Infendo Radio is full of excitement as Eugene, Justin and Brandon get together to play Nintentunes, a fun video game music game. As they share updates on the latest games they play, listeners can expect an enjoyable mix of entertainment and gaming...
Review: Composer World (Nintendo Switch) – Pure Nintendo
Composer World is a music creation title for Nintendo Switch. It takes the complex art of music creation and tries to simplify it into a game that aesthetically resembles Mario Paint. It may not be for everyone, but if you're in the mood to whip up some tunes (and...
711 – Switch 2 Rumors and Shantae’s 3DS Reprint
Episode 711 of Infendo Radio is here and we're back with more exciting gaming news! Join us as we explore the latest rumors surrounding the upcoming Switch 2 and discuss the limited re-release of Shantae And The Pirate's Curse for 3DS, which is sure to excite...
710 – Switch 2 Rumors and The Last of Us Emmy
Episode 710 of Infendo Radio is all about the latest buzz surrounding the rumored Switch 2. We break down the speculation and share our thoughts. Plus, we discuss The Last of Us' remarkable achievement of winning eight Emmys. Don't miss this exciting episode full of...
709 – New Years Catch Up and RetroGameCon Recap
Episode 709 of Infendo Radio is the perfect way to start the new year. We dive into the games we've been playing since the holiday break and get all the details from Justin and Brandon about their adventures at RetroGameCon. It's a fun and informative episode to kick...