On today’s episode the Retroist Podcast I am talking about Famous or maybe Infamous Nintendo Missteps. Yes, over the years Nintendo has stumbled, but somehow they always manage to turn around and get back on their feet. Every chapter of the company is fascinating and even if they “failed” they are worth remembering.
I start by telling my own Nintendo tale, then I moved onto products like R.O.B., The Power Glove, and the Virtual Boy. These moments, while not shining examples of Nintendo's prowess, are nonetheless intriguing pieces of gaming history. We'll explore the technology, the marketing blunders, and the aftermath
In this episode, I also venture into new territory with my very first Top 5 List. Stay tuned, as new talent is on the horizon, who has promised to step up and bring us a new take on the Top 5 List, metagirl.
I am not sure I will do another podcast with this format, I am still experimenting, but I am finding I prefer single subjects as opposed to episodes where I talk about multiple things. Still, I am learning a lot and I think the episode is worth listening to.
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Production Notes
In retrospect, this will be the last episode in this format. I would much prefer to do an episode on each subject. Also, long live the Virtual Boy!
Thanks for listening to the show and I hope you have a great weekend.
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