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Episode Title: Tim Gettys & Blessing Nintendo Switch 2 Direct FIRST REACTION
Release Date: April 3, 2025
Hosts: Tim Gettys, Blessing Adeoye Jr.

Introduction

In this episode of the Kinda Funny Gamescast, hosts Tim Gettys and Blessing Adeoye Jr. dive into their initial reactions following the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. The duo explores the announcements, speculates on upcoming titles, and discusses the advancements in hardware and third-party support, providing listeners with an insightful breakdown of what's next for Nintendo and the gaming community.

First Impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct

Tim Gettys opens the discussion excitedly, highlighting the unexpected announcements and the overall execution of the direct:
"The Switch 2 is going to be a competitor. The Switch 2 is going to be in the same conversations third party wise as a PlayStation or Xbox." [01:22]

Blessing Adeoye Jr. echoes this enthusiasm, noting the alignment of the announcements with their speculations:
"We've been talking about our predictions, we've been speculating... So many of the things that we wanted were there." [00:35]

Game Announcements and Highlights

First-Party Titles

The hosts delve into the showcased first-party games, expressing particular excitement for titles like Mario Kart World, Metroid Prime 4, and a new 3D Donkey Kong game. Blessing emphasizes the magical experience of seeing beloved franchises receive substantial updates:
"Mario Kart World looks fantastic. Metroid Prime 4 looks fantastic. We got a new 3D Donkey Kong game. I had such a good time." [00:35]

Tim adds his perspective on the innovative features introduced in these titles:
"Mario Kart... adds a battle royale mode called Knock. This looks open as hell. This Looks awesome as hell. This is kind of a dream." [21:25]

Third-Party Support

A significant portion of the discussion centers on the robust third-party support for the Switch 2. Tim highlights the inclusion of titles like Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and Final Fantasy 7 Remake, positioning the Switch 2 as a formidable competitor in the console market:
"The Switch 2 is going to be a competitor. The Switch 2 is going to Be in the same conversations third party wise as a PlayStation or Xbox." [01:22]

Blessing concurs, appreciating the variety and quality of third-party games announced:
"The Dust Bloods... being an exclusive original game developed by FromSoftware for the Switch. I think that's gonna be a very fucking awesome game." [06:16]

Hardware Enhancements

Blessing and Tim thoroughly examine the hardware advancements introduced with the Switch 2. Key highlights include:

• Display:
  "7.9-inch screen, same thickness as the Switch 1. 1080p screen portably... 120 frames per second HDR, LCD." [14:14]

• Storage and Performance:
  "256 gigabyte storage that's faster drives than switch one. That's a lot of storage." [14:40]

• Controllers:
  Blessing praises the updated Pro Controller:
  "The Pro controller now has back buttons... Also, an audio jack that's huge." [15:16]

  Tim expresses mixed feelings about potential Joy-Con updates:
  "I doubt it. You know what I mean? I highly doubt it. I think they would have said something." [16:02]

• Software Features:
  Introduction of the C button for game chat and community functions is celebrated:
  "Game chat, community functions... Finally coming to Nintendo is to be celebrated." [02:41]

Pricing and Release Dates

Blessing discusses the pricing strategy for the Switch 2:
"450 seems to be the price point of the Switch 2. That is I think on a little bit of the higher end of what people expected." [02:41]

Concerns about game pricing are also raised:
"Video games are getting expensive, that kind of sucks. On the other hand, this is one of those things that we've talked about quite a bit." [02:41]

Regarding the release timeline, both hosts express excitement about the June 5th launch date:
"June 5th, baby. I'm very excited about that." [16:24]

Noteworthy Omissions and Community Reactions

Despite the comprehensive lineup, some major franchises like Animal Crossing and Smash did not receive announcements in this direct. Tim expresses disappointment:
"Wind Waker's not coming. It's not coming. Whatever. This is a bad decision." [19:56]

However, he remains optimistic about other titles:
"Fire Emblem. Path of Radiance was there, baby. My favorite. My first Fire Emblem game." [20:08]

Future Prospects and Final Thoughts

Looking ahead, Blessing and Tim are enthusiastic about the potential of the Switch 2 to offer an exceptional year for Nintendo games:
"This is one of the better Nintendo game years ever." [20:36]

The hosts also touch upon innovative game concepts like Dragon Drive, which integrates unique mouse functionality and competitive multiplayer elements:
"It's like an interesting competitive multiplayer thing. 3v3, right? You're playing basketball, but it also is like just such an interesting concept." [16:24]

Tim concludes with sheer excitement for the upcoming releases and the future of the Switch 2:
"Overall, I loved that direct. I can't wait for more information. I can't wait for the switch. It's going to be here soon." [23:21]

Blessing wraps up with a fervent endorsement of the launch date:
"No. Just 1000% excited. June 5th, baby." [23:44]

Conclusion

Tim Gettys and Blessing Adeoye Jr. provide a comprehensive and enthusiastic overview of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, highlighting the promising lineup of both first-party and third-party titles, significant hardware improvements, and strategic pricing. While acknowledging some disappointments in absent franchises, their overall optimism underscores a bright future for Nintendo and its loyal fanbase. The Switch 2 appears poised to make a substantial impact in the gaming industry, offering enhanced experiences and fostering a broader community engagement.

Notable Quotes:

• Blessing Adeoye Jr.:
  "We've been talking about our predictions, we've been speculating... So many of the things that we wanted were there." [00:35]

• Tim Gettys:
  "The Switch 2 is going to be a competitor. The Switch 2 is going to be in the same conversations third party wise as a PlayStation or Xbox." [01:22]

• Blessing Adeoye Jr.:
  "Game chat, community functions... Finally coming to Nintendo is to be celebrated." [02:41]

• Tim Gettys:
  "Mario Kart is what I wanted to talk about. That is gonna be such a banger." [22:34]

• Blessing Adeoye Jr.:
  "No. Just 1000% excited. June 5th, baby." [23:44]

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