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#177 | Year in Review 2022 from 2023-02-20T17:38

Welcome to another episode of Turtle Jump! This time, Allen and Paul finally talk about their favorite games from 2022. Thanks for tuning in!

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#176 | February Nintendo Direct from 2023-02-13T13:00

This time, Allen and Paul discuss the awesome February Nintendo Direct, with their thoughts and predictions for the rest of the year.

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#175 | Gaming at Christmas from 2023-01-11T22:05

Allen and Paul reminisce about their favorite Chrimbus gaming memories.

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#174 | Nintendo and Sony Directs from 2022-10-05T20:53

We discuss the latest Nintendo Direct and Playstation State of Play. 

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#173 | Elden Ring and Other Miscellany from 2022-07-19T19:31:12

In this episode we adventure to The Lands Between in a bid to become the Elden Lord. We also talk about the year in gaming so far and discuss the possibilities for the second half of the year. <...

#172 | Year in Review 2021 from 2022-01-29T17:27:57

We look back on video games in 2021, list our top ten releases, discuss games we played, and briefly consider the future. 

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#171 | Nintendo Switch OLED Model from 2021-07-06T22:00

In which we discuss the new Nintendo Switch OLED model, the games releasing in the second half of 2021, and games we've been playing, including Mario Golf Super Rush, Ratchet and Clank Rift Apar...

#170 | E3 2021 from 2021-06-17T23:00:25

The first E3 in two years has come and gone, but in its wake it left a bevy of game announcements to keep us hyped for months to come. Nintendo dropped a big ol' Direct. Microsoft did a conferen...

#169 | Nintendo Direct and Other News from 2021-03-10T01:19:04

Paul returns to talk about the latest Nintendo Direct, Pokemon Day, the PlayStation State of Play, the rumored Switch Pro rumors, and more. 

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#168 | Control Ultimate Edition from 2021-02-22T23:30:41

We discuss Control Ultimate Edition, as well as the Nintendo Direct and other recent gaming news. 

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#167 | Resident Evil 7 Biohazard from 2021-02-01T12:00

In this episode we discuss such things as GameStop stock, Super Mario 3D World + Bower's Fury, New Pokemon Snap, Resident Evil 8 Village, Cyberpunk 2077, Cyber Shadow, and more, plus a deep dive...

#166 | 2020 Retrospective from 2021-01-18T12:00

In this episode we discuss our favorite games from 2020, games we wish we'd had time to play, and what we're most looking forward to in 2021. 

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#165 | The Saga of Cyberpunk from 2020-12-28T12:00

Cyberpunk 2077 has finally released, and it is buggy and near unplayable on older hardware. What can be done? What should the rest of the industry learn from this? 

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#164 | Spider-Man Miles Morales from 2020-12-14T12:00

Paul returns in this episode to discuss Spider-Man Miles Morales on the PS5! We also discuss Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity, Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War, and more. 

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#163 | Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War (and More) from 2020-11-30T12:00

We discuss more next gen, including Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War, Spider-Man Miles Morales, Demon's Souls, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and more. From last gen, we take a brief look at Hyrule W...

#162 | PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X from 2020-11-16T23:41:51

Next Gen is here! The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are here, and we talk about them both. Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Astro's Playroom, Spider-Man Miles Morales, Call of Duty Black Ops Cold Wa...

#161| Assassin's Creed Odyssey from 2020-11-02T12:00

An in-depth retrospective on Assassin's Creed Odyssey. Plus, a Nintendo Partner Direct, Animal Crossing Halloween, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity demo, Next Gen Eve, and more. 

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#160 | Baldur's Gate 3 Early Access from 2020-10-19T11:00

In which we discuss the Baldur's Gate 3 Early Access, Dungeons & Dragons in general, the imminent PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X launch, and more. 

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#159 | Mario, Mario, Star Wars, and More Mario from 2020-10-05T11:00

Microsoft acquires Bethesda. Steve in Smash. Super Mario 3D All Stars, Super Mario Bros. 35, Star Wars Squadrons, and Mario Picross. We discuss all these things, and more. 

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#158 | PlayStation 5 Preorder Madness and More from 2020-09-21T11:00

We discuss the recent PlayStation 5 event, preorders, Xbox Series X, the Nintendo Partner Mini Direct, Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity, and more!

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#157 | Super Mario Bros 35th Anniversary Direct from 2020-09-07T20:36:38

Paul returns in this very special episode of Turtle Jump, in which we discuss the recent Super Mario Bros. 35th anniversary Direct!

#156 | Gaming in the Second Half of 2020 from 2020-08-24T11:00

In this episode we talk about what the outlook on gaming is for the rest of 2020, as well as the new Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad games recently announced. 

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#155 | LEGO Nintendo from 2020-08-10T11:00

We discuss LEGO Mario, the LEGO NES set, general LEGO nostalgia, pandemic weirdness, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and more. 

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#154 | Animal Crossing New Horizons from 2020-05-01T02:48:33

In which we discuss Animal Crossing New Horizons, Dragon Quest XI, Doom Eternal, Half-Life Alyx, COVID delays, and Mario rumors. 

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#153 | Jedi Fallen Order and Nintendo Direct from 2020-03-30T11:00

We discuss Jedi Fallen Order at length, as well as the Nintendo Mini Direct, the latest PS5 and Xbox Series X news, Ori and the Blind Forest, Animal Crossing, Doom Eternal, VR, Half-Life Alyx, M...

#152 | Looking Behind and Ahead (Also Pokemon) from 2020-01-28T12:00

In this episode we look back on what we most enjoyed playing in 2019 and what we're looking forward to most in 2020. We also finally talk about Pokemon Sword and Shield. 

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#151 | Luigi's Mansion 3 from 2019-11-26T12:00

In this episode we go in depth with Luigi's Mansion 3. We also talk about the Google Stadia launch, Half-Life: Alyx, and why we didn't go for Death Stranding. Plus more!

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#150 | Link's Awakening Remake from 2019-10-22T12:00

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is out on Switch. We played it. In this episode, we say words about it. Also: Ni No Kuni, Untitled Goose Game, and more. 

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#149 | Fire Emblem: Three Houses from 2019-09-17T11:00

Fire Emblem: Three Houses is great. We talk about it at length. Also: Nintendo Direct, Indies Showcase, Ring Fit Adventure, and more. 

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#148 | Super Mario Maker 2 and Switch Lite from 2019-07-29T11:00

We discuss Super Mario Maker 2, the newly announced Switch Lite, and many more things, including Katana Zero, Dragon Quest, and Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3. 

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#147 | E3 2019 from 2019-06-17T11:00

In which we discuss the E3 2019 show, including the conferences, demos, announcements, surprises, and disappointments. Most mostly the excitement! 

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#145 | Detective Pikachu from 2019-05-28T18:12:01

We discuss a failed rafting adventure, Sekiro, Steamworld Quest, Picross, and Detective Pikachu. There are spoilers for the movie, but we give adequate warning beforehand. 

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#144 | Open World Musings from 2019-04-30T23:30:28

Allen goes solo for an episode to talk about open world games. 

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#143 | Pokemon Sword and Shield Reveal from 2019-03-27T12:00

In this episode we discuss the Pokemon Sword and Shield reveal, the Nindies Direct, the weird Playstation Direct thing (State of Play), Google Stadia, and more!

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#142 | A Nintendo Direct Episode from 2019-02-18T12:00

We finally got a Nintendo Direct! And it was a big one. We talk all the big news—like Super Mario Maker 2, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Remastered—and oth...

#141 | Not a Nintendo Direct Episode from 2019-02-11T12:00

In this episode we discuss a lot of things, but none of them are a Nintendo Direct, except to say that it's absent so far. We talk about War Groove, Pikuniku, Anthem, Cross Code, and many more g...

#140 | 2018 in Review from 2019-01-07T12:00

In this episode we discuss the games we enjoyed, the games we wish we could have played, and finally our top five games of the year. And what a year it was. 

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#139 | Super Smash Bros Ultimate from 2018-12-24T13:00

We give our favorite video game related Christmas memories and talk about Super Smash Bros Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch. 

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# 138 | Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee from 2018-11-28T13:00

We discuss games we've been playing, including Red Dead Redemption 2, Diablo 3, and more, plus the Detective Pikachu trailer, and finally Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee. 

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#137 | Horror, Undertale, and More from 2018-10-31T12:00

In which we discuss our favorite scares in gaming, Undertale, Super Mario Party, Spider-Man (spoilers at the end), and more!

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#136 | Spider-Man and Nintendo Direct from 2018-09-18T12:00

In this episode we talk Marvel's Spider-Man for PS4 and all the news from the latest Nintendo Direct, including Luigi's Mansion 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Animal Crossing, Nintendo Switch On...

#135 | We're Back! from 2018-08-20T12:00

We have returned, with a new monthly commitment! We talk E3 2018, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Hollow Knight, Celeste, God of War, Pokemon Let's Go, and much more!

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#134 | E3 2018 Predictions from 2018-06-04T12:00

We talk about our expectations for E3 2018! Nintendo, Smash Bros., Pokemon, Splatoon, Mario, and more. Pikmin? Animal Crossing? Fire Emblem? Who knows! We don't. But we will. Soon. 

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#133 | Looking Ahead to 2018 from 2018-02-05T13:00

In which we take a look at the big releases expected in 2018, speculate on what surprises the new year may hold for us, and talk about Nintendo a good bit. 

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#132 | Top Ten Games of 2017 from 2018-01-29T13:00

Another year has come to a close, and what a year it was for video games. We give our top ten, some runners up, and the games we didn't get to play that may have otherwise been in the running. Y...

#131 | The Year of Nintendo from 2017-12-11T13:00

Starting with the release of the Nintendo Switch, 2017 has been a great year for our favorite game company. Big releases in the Mario and Zelda series, plus new IPs like Arms, budding third part...

#129 | E3 2017 from 2017-06-20T12:00

We've been gone for too long, but if anything could bring us back, it's E3, the gaming industry's biggest annual trade show. We have Nintendos. We have Marios. We have Metroids. Sonys? You bet w...

#128 | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Part One from 2017-03-27T12:00

Our spoiler-light discussion on what may be the greatest game ever made, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. We discuss a few story beats within the first couple hours of the game, but othe...

#127 | Nintendo Switch Launch from 2017-03-14T16:00

It's finally here! The Nintendo Switch, the latest console from the Big N, launched worldwide, and what a splash it has made. Zelda! But also Switch. 

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#126 | The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time from 2017-02-28T13:00

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. One of the greatest games of all time. What better way to ring in the Nintendo Switch and Breath of the Wild than by discussing Ocarina of Time. 

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#125 | Fire Emblem Heroes from 2017-02-20T13:30

Nintendo's second major outing in the mobile market is a strategic take on Fire Emblem. Free to play, fun to play, and such. 

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#124 | Gears of War Ultimate Edition from 2017-02-13T13:00

The most ultimate edition of Gears of War, the cover-based third person shooter from Epic Games, Microsoft, and The Coalition. Also, Castlevania animated series on Netflix, Paper Zelda (?), and ...

#122 | Super Mario Run from 2017-01-23T13:00

Last month Nintendo entered the smartphone gaming market with Super Mario Run on the iOS. Next month they'll take another stab at it with Fire Emblem Heroes. What a time to be alive. 

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#121 | Nintendo Switch Event from 2017-01-16T13:30

Nintendo has finally done it. They've released all manner of information regarding their newest console, the Nintendo Switch. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, 1 2 Switch, Super Mario Ody...

#120 | Looking Forward to 2017 from 2017-01-09T14:00

Hi, and welcome to Turtle Jump: the Video Game Podcast of your hearts, and ours. This week, Allen and Paul talk about their vast hopefulness for the many gaming promises of 2017. Tune in as they...

#119 | Looking Back on 2016 from 2017-01-04T13:00

Hi, and welcome to Turtle Jump: the Video Game Podcast of your heart, and ours. We're taking a hard look back at the controversial year that was 2016. Listen in as Paul and Allen reveal their to...

#117 | Pokemon Sun and Moon from 2016-12-12T13:00

Pokemon Sun and Moon, the next generation of the Pokemon series, is here. Journey to the Hawaii themed Alola region to catch new Pokemon, thwart Team Skull, and complete the island challenges ne...

#116 | Paper Mario Color Splash from 2016-12-05T13:30

Paper Mario is back! Unfortunately, so are stickers. They're just called cards now. How does the latest entry in Mario's 2D encroaching on 3D RPG series measure up? Is its charm enough to pull i...

#115 | NES Classic Edition from 2016-11-28T13:30

The NES Classic Edition is upon us, and we're having flashbacks of amiibo. This thing is hard to find. Can't get ahold of one? Listen to our impressions to tide you over. One of the lucky few to...

#114 | Nintendo Switch Reveal from 2016-10-20T16:45:40

After much delay, Nintendo has finally revealed their new console, formerly NX, now officially called the Nintendo Switch. It is a console/handheld hybrid with upcoming titles including The Lege...

#113 | Various News Bits from 2016-10-04T12:30

In this episode we play catch up with the news: PS4 Pro, a Nintendo Direct, and the NX news (or lack thereof). 

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#111 | The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening from 2016-09-05T12:30

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a game. It is a game that cannot be adequately described with words. But we try. 

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#110 | More NX Speculation from 2016-08-16T12:00

Nintendo's next console, the NX. What even is it? No one knows. A recent series of rumors from Eurogamer may have answers, but even if true, they open many more questions. 

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#109 | Dark Souls 3 from 2016-08-03T12:30

The Dark Souls series has reduced many seasoned gamers to tears and frustration. It is known for its challenging gameplay, esoteric plot, and puzzling mechanics. Yet in the face of adversity the...

#108 | Pokemon GO from 2016-07-18T12:30

Pokemon GO has been unleashed on the world, and the world was not prepared. Nintendo and Niantic's mobile alternate reality game featuring everyone's favorite collectible monsters has spawned me...

#107 | Pocket Card Jockey from 2016-07-11T12:30

Pocket Card Jockey is a rare infusion of solitaire and horse racing from Game Freak, the developers best known for Pokemon. This quirky game captured our attention with its simple yet challengin...

#106 | Box Boy from 2016-07-04T12:30

Box Boy is a fun little puzzle platformer from Hal Laboratories and Nintendo for the 3DS. We played it, and now we're podcasting about it. 

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#105 | E3 2016 Recap from 2016-06-20T12:30

E3 has come and gone. In our previous episode we gave our predictions, expectations, hopes, and dreams for the show. In this episode we discuss the reality of what occurred. Sony, Microsoft, and...

#104 | E3 2016 Predictions from 2016-06-08T13:00

E3 will soon be upon us. It's a very special time of year for gamers, and the Web is abuzz with rumors and speculation. Will Microsoft release two new Xbox consoles? Does PlayStation VR have wha...

#102 | Fire Emblem Fates (Birthright) from 2016-05-17T17:59:19

Fire Emblem, Nintendo's turn-based tactical RPG series, received three new entries earlier this year in the form of Fire Emblem Fates. Birthright, Conquest, and Revelations show three sides of t...

#101 | Nintendo NX Announcement, Zelda Delay, General Sadness from 2016-05-11T17:40:20

Recently Nintendo dropped the exciting news that their new console, tentatively called the NX, will be launching in March 2017. At the same time they announced that Zelda would be delayed to lau...

#100 | Pokemon Red and Blue from 2016-05-03T18:16:32

Turtle Jump turns 100 this week! Not years, but episodes. To celebrate we discuss a pair of games dear to our hearts, Pokemon Red and Blue. We share stories, indulge in nostalgia, and nerd out o...

#97 | Tom Clancy's The Division from 2016-04-04T12:00

Last month Ubisoft released their latest game, one with an odd association with math. In particular, they focused on one arithmetic operation: division. Yes, Tom Clancy's The Division is the foc...

#96 | Metal Gear Solid from 2016-03-21T12:30

Metal Gear? A Hind D?! BROOOOOOOOOOTHEEEEER?! In this episode we talk about Metal Gear Solid, the first entry in Kojima's epic saga of tactical espionage action. 

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#95 | Nintendo Direct: Paper Mario, Metroid, Kirby, and More from 2016-03-14T12:30

Like a ninja, Nintendo dropped a Direct presentation out of nowhere, and it was swollen with news. A new Paper Mario. SNES games on the 3DS Virtual Console. Metroid Prime Federation Force is sti...

#94 | Pokémon's 20th Anniversary from 2016-03-01T18:14:27

Last weekend Pokémon became 20 years old. Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct presentation with a big announcement, Drew Barrymore threw a swanky Pokémon-themed soirée, and Turtle Jump spent some ti...

#93 | Mario&Luigi: Paper Jam from 2016-02-23T13:00

Mario & Luigi have often embarked on team-based RPG adventures together, and Paper Mario has likewise struck out with a variety of companions in a flattened journey. However, in Mario & Luigi: P...

#92 | Fallout 4 from 2016-02-15T13:30

Fallout 4 is Bethesda's latest entry in the post-apocalyptic RPG series. Travel the wasteland and shoot some bad peeps while doing lots of quests and stuff. 

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#91 | Watcha Playin' in February? from 2016-02-08T13:30

We find ourself in February, the middle of winter, a time of dearth in the gaming industry. The floodgates of game releases unleashed in the fall have slowed to a trickle following the holiday s...

#90 | Lifeline from 2016-02-03T13:30

In this edition of Turtle Jump we talk about Lifeline, a mobile game by Three Minute Games. Stranded on a distant moon, Taylor has only one lifeline to civilization—you. The unique delivery of t...

#89 | Virtual Reality from 2016-01-25T13:00

Virtual Reality. Is it the next big thing in gaming, or just a passing fad? The Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, and Samsung Gear VR are all making splashes in the market. We give our thou...

#88 | Yoshi's Woolly World from 2016-01-18T13:00