BoxTrick: A Retro Gaming Podcast

We've all got those games we've been meaning to play for years, and this week on BoxTrick, we're finally tackling some of our gaming backlogs!

In Episode 125, we're diving into two legendary franchises with fresh perspectives.

First up, we're talking Metroid, as Matt experiences the original NES game for the very first time. How well does Nintendo's 1986 classic hold up today? We discuss its exploration, difficulty, and the mechanics that helped establish one of gaming's most influential franchises.

We also get into Metroid: Zero Mission, the Game Boy Advance remake that completely reimagined the original adventure. And after finally playing it, Matt has nothing but praise for what might be one of the best ways to experience the original Metroid.

Meanwhile, we're heading into the world of Kingdom Hearts, as we get another first-time perspective on Square Enix and Disney's beloved action RPG. From its unusual crossover concept to its gameplay and characters, we're discussing what it's like jumping into Kingdom Hearts without years of nostalgia attached.

Sometimes the best games to play aren't the newest releases. They're the classics we've somehow missed along the way.

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Join us as we dive into the world of retro gaming with special guests from across TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, and more! From discussing classic games to modern-day streaming and content creation, we explore it all. Expect interviews, nostalgic throwbacks, top ten rankings, and even some modern gaming news along the way. Whether you're a retro game enthusiast or a content creator looking for inspiration, BoxTrick has something for everyone!

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This week on the BoxTrick Podcast, we're breaking down our reactions to the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and the latest Nintendo Direct, including our first real look at the Ocarina of Time remake.

We talk about Ocarina's completely rebuilt visual style, why its faithful approach might be exactly what the game needed, the new movement and camera options, and whether Nintendo has finally realized the kind of more grounded fantasy Zelda aesthetic we first glimpsed all the way back in that Wii U tech demo.

Then we jump into the regular Nintendo Direct and react to the surprise reveal of Metroid Ravenous, the brand-new 3D Kirby and the World Beyond, and some of the other biggest announcements coming to Switch 2.

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Join us as we dive into the world of retro gaming with special guests from across TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, and more! From discussing classic games to modern-day streaming and content creation, we explore it all. Expect interviews, nostalgic throwbacks, top ten rankings, and even some modern gaming news along the way. Whether you're a retro game enthusiast or a content creator looking for inspiration, BoxTrick has something for everyone!

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What are the five best Nintendo games you've ever played?

This week on the BoxTrick Podcast, we're tackling one of the hardest rankings we've done yet as we each pick our Top 5 favorite Nintendo games of all time.

We're talking everything from classics like Super Mario World and Super Smash Bros. Brawl to modern Nintendo masterpieces like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Fire Emblem: Three Houses—and somehow narrowing decades of Nintendo games down to just five.

Before the ranking, we also go through some recent gaming pickups, react to the new Resident Evil and Street Fighter movie trailers, and make our predictions for the upcoming Nintendo Direct—including what we think could happen with the rumored Ocarina of Time remake.

What are YOUR five favorite Nintendo games ever? Drop your list below.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

04:30 - Recent Pickups

17:30 - Resident Evil & Street Fighter Movie Trailer Reactions

22:00 - Ocarina of Time & Nintendo Direct Predictions

33:00 - Top 5 Favorite Nintendo Games

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This week on BoxTrick, we're diving into one of the biggest conversations in gaming right now: PlayStation's push toward an all-digital future. With Sony signaling that physical media is becoming less important, we discuss what that means for game ownership, collectors, preservation, and whether gamers will ultimately embrace—or reject—a digital-only future.

We also shift gears to talk about the rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, why we think Nintendo is more likely to deliver a faithful 1:1 remake than a radical reimagining, and what improvements we'd love to see if the game returns.

Along the way, we touch on gaming nostalgia, the future of physical media, and why some classic games still deserve to be experienced exactly as they were.

🎮 Topics this week:

• PlayStation's move toward an all-digital future
• Is physical media really dying?
• Could Nintendo capitalize on the demand for physical games?
• Why the Ocarina of Time remake will probably stay faithful to the original
• Gameplay improvements we'd love to see
• Retro gaming discussion and more

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In Episode 121 of the BoxTrick Podcast, we shift our focus to the legendary Nintendo 64, revisiting some of the console’s most beloved classics while discussing why the N64 remains one of the most influential systems ever released.

This episode, we lace up the skates for Wayne Gretzky’s 3D Hockey, one of the most over-the-top arcade sports games of its generation. With lightning-fast gameplay, huge hits, and pure multiplayer chaos, we discuss why it’s still one of the most fun hockey games ever made.

Next, we hit the track with Diddy Kong Racing, the kart racer that dared to challenge Mario Kart by introducing an adventure mode, multiple vehicle types, and a surprisingly ambitious single-player campaign. We break down what made it so unique and why many fans still consider it one of Rare’s greatest games.

Of course, no Nintendo 64 discussion would be complete without Mario Party 2. We look back at the game that perfected Nintendo’s party formula with unforgettable minigames, iconic boards, and the kind of friendships it may or may not have ended along the way.

We also revisit The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, one of Nintendo’s darkest and most ambitious adventures. From its haunting atmosphere and unforgettable three-day time loop to its incredible side quests and emotional storytelling, we discuss why it remains one of the most unique games Nintendo has ever created.

And before wrapping up, we share our full review of the brand-new Star Fox 64 Remake on the Nintendo Switch 2. We discuss what Nintendo got right, how faithfully it modernizes the N64 classic, the stunning visual upgrade, and where we’d love to see the Star Fox franchise go next.

Whether you’re a lifelong Nintendo 64 fan, a Rare enthusiast, or simply someone who loves revisiting gaming’s greatest classics, Episode 121 is packed with nostalgia, discussion, and appreciation for one of Nintendo’s greatest generations.

🎙️ BoxTrick Podcast Episode 121

🎮 Nintendo 64 Classics & Star Fox 64 Remake Review

📱 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Join us as we dive into the world of retro gaming with special guests from across TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, and more! From discussing classic games to modern-day streaming and content creation, we explore it all. Expect interviews, nostalgic throwbacks, top ten rankings, and even some modern gaming news along the way. Whether you're a retro game enthusiast or a content creator looking for inspiration, BoxTrick has something for everyone!

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