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A recent playthrough of Zelda (1986) has been a welcome reminder of how gaming has changed and the benefits of a video game that doesn't make it easy on the player.
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss PAX East 2026, Nintendo’s rejected patent tied to Pokémon-style battle mechanics, the newly announced Tears of the Kingdom art book Secrets of the Zonai, rumored leaks, and more.
Pokémon Pokopia Guide: Pokémon Listed by Their Specialties
Need a quick and easy reference to all Pokémon specialties in Pokémon Pokopia? Use this guide instead of opening that Pokedex 1,000 times!
Boss Rush Banter: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is Much Better Than the First One
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is superior to the 2023 Super Mario Bros Movie. Change my mind.
Boss Rush Banter: Entitled Gamers Are the Problem — Landfall Games Was Right to Speak Up
Landfall Games pushed back on some folks online who complained that they have a "lazy dev cycle", demanding more regular updates for their game, Peak. This led to additional discourse on consumer expectations…
Slay the Spire 2: Early Access Review
The classic deckbuilding roguelike returns with a sequel. But is it worth purchasing in early access?
Boss Rush Banter: Reflecting on Monster Hunter for its 22nd Anniversary
As of March 11th 2026, the Monster Hunter franchise turned 22 years old. This milestone is a great opportunity to briefly reflect on the series and the direction. More specifically, I criticize and praise some of Wilds' QoL…
Pokémon Pokopia: A Guide to Ideal Habitats
Pokémon Pokopia guide: A list format of Pokemon and their ideal habitats. Why work harder when you can work smarter?
PAX East 2026: The Secret of Weepstone is a Passionately-Crafted Love Letter to Classic Dungeons and Dragons
Brendan shares their experience at PAX East playing the demo of The Secret of Weepstone; praising the clear passion behind the project as well as its authenticity.
PAX East 2026: Step Back into a Ruthless World in Ecumene Aztec; a Demo Overview
PAX East 2026: Stephanie details her experience with brutal action-adventure game, Ecumene Aztec, at PAX East.
PAX East 2026: Interview with AAAA Games Director About New Updates for Royalty: Free-For-All
PAX East 2026: Ed follows up with our friends at AAAA Games on their up-and-coming brawler, Royalty: Free-for-All.
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Corey Dirrig is joined by Boss Rush Podcast cohost LeRon Dawkins to discuss Glen Powell playing Fox McCloud, Nintendo clarifying Switch 2 pricing and why digital games are cheaper than physical, rumors about a new Switch 2 games, and more.
Boss Rush Banter: Will Nintendo’s Price Increase for Physical Games Make a Tangible Difference in Digital Sales or Are We Just Overreacting Again?
First party Nintendo games will soon cost different, depending on whether you purchase a physical or digital copy. Is it really that big of a deal?
Win 160 Primogems in Genshin Impact by Sharing The April Birthday Calendar
Genshin Impact has many birthdays to celebrate in April, and HoYoverse is doing a small participation event for 160 Primogems with the newest birthday calendar.
This week on Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss how companies like Microsoft, Valve, and Sony are rethinking their gaming ecosystems in response to Nintendo’s hybrid approach.
PAX East 2026: Grave Seasons is Here to Murder the Competition for Best Farming Sim
PAX East 2026: A sinister spin to farming sims, Grave Seasons, is about to make some waves in the genre. Pat and Stephanie play the demo and interview the devs.
Boss Rush Diaries: PAX East 2026, Day Four
PAX East 2026: The Boss Rush Network team signs off on the final day of the conference. See how we made the best of it! Until next time!
PAX East 2026: Paranormal Activity: Threshold — Demo Impressions and Interview with Creator Brian Clarke
Stephanie (with the help of her much braver colleague, Pat) play the demo to Paranormal Activity: Threshold and interview its creator, Brian Clarke.
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, LeRon Dawkins and Corey Dirrig break down major stories shaping the gaming industry. Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees and shutting down Fortnite modes as player engagement falls and development costs rise.
GAME REVIEW: Dredge
A game review on Dredge, a fishing game with Lovecraftian horror elements, diving into its gameplay and story.
Boss Rush Diaries: PAX East 2026, Day Three
PAX East 2026: Day three has come to a close. What as the Boss Rush Network team been up to on the busiest day of the convention?
PAX East 2026: Rain98 is Mysterious, Gorgeous, and Unlike Anything I’ve Ever Played
PAX East 2026: Brendan plays a demo for Rain98 and speaks with creator, C#4R4CT3R.
PAX East 2026: Sampling Anshar Publishing’s Diverse Pair of Indie Games
PAX East 2026: Stephanie covers Mold Washer and Whispers of the Eyeless, presented by Anshar Publishing.
PAX East 2026: Further Along in Development, Cat Secretary Returns to the Show Floor
PAX East 2026: Cat Secretary returns to the Expo Hall. See how the development process is going with the most adorable working furball alive!
PAX East 2026: Arcade Exclusive Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes is Bringing People Together
PAX East 2026: Arcades are making a comeback, baby, and there's a new sports game in town. Featured at the PAX Rising Showcase, read more about Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes.
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