After a long-awaited return, the crew is back to wrap up the Nintendo Switch bracket and decide once and for all: what’s the best multiplayer party game on the Switch? Connor, Charles, and Ty go head-to-head debating legendary titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Party Superstars, and more. It’s a nostalgia-fueled, couch-co-op brawl full of hot takes, jokes, and genuinely great gaming insights. Whether you’re Team Mario Kart or ride-or-die for It Takes Two, this episode is for the love of multiplayer madness.

Timestamps and Topics:
00:00 Welcome back and the Switch nostalgia is real
01:20 What makes a perfect party game?
02:00 Mario Kart 8 vs Tetris 99
05:26 Smash Ultimate vs Clubhouse 51
10:27 Tears of the Kingdom vs It Takes Two
13:18 Mario Odyssey vs Mario Party
14:45 Semifinals: Smash vs Mario Kart, Mario Party vs It Takes Two
21:00 The Final Showdown: Mario Kart 8 vs Mario Party Superstars
34:00 Looking ahead to the final all-console bracket
36:00 Call for feedback, follow us on socials, and heartfelt thank you

Key Takeaways:

• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe wins the Switch bracket as the ultimate couch multiplayer game.

• Smash Ultimate and It Takes Two earned praise but were edged out for accessibility and player range.

• Nostalgia plays a big role in player preference, but modern design and polish carried Mario Kart to the top.

• Mario Party Superstars is beloved, but its Switch version doesn’t hit the same as earlier entries.

• The team is gearing up for the ultimate cross-console face-off next.

Memorable Quotes:

• “You have to go to couples therapy, play It Takes Two, and yeah, it’s a whole thing.”

• “Mario Kart 8 took nostalgia and put a fresh coat of paint on it.”

• “If you won Mario Party, you were bragging about it for two weeks. That was your title.”

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In this episode of Who's Got Next Game, Connor, Ty, and Charles are joined by special guests Stephen and Todd from the "100 Games and a Funeral" podcast. Together, they dive into a heated Xbox 360 March Madness-style bracket, pitting iconic games like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 against Portal 2, Halo Reach versus Mass Effect 3, and more! The group shares their personal experiences, memories, and debates on which game reigns supreme in terms of multiplayer fun, couch co-op nostalgia, and overall gameplay.

Timestamps and Topics:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome to Special Guests, Stephen and Todd
• 00:02:15 - The Xbox 360 Bracket: How We Chose the Games
• 00:05:05 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 vs. Portal 2 Debate
• 00:16:20 - What Makes Portal 2 a Top Game?
• 00:27:10 - Halo Reach vs. Mass Effect 3: Multiplayer and Memories
• 00:39:08 - GTA V vs. Minecraft: Different Worlds, Same Impact
• 00:50:00 - Final Thoughts and Next Round of the Bracket

Key Takeaways:

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 remains a multiplayer giant, filled with iconic maps and unforgettable online experiences.
• Portal 2's puzzle-solving mechanics and co-op mode make it a unique masterpiece, but it faces tough competition.
• Halo Reach brings strong memories for the hosts, with its versatile multiplayer modes and powerful campaign.
• Mass Effect 3’s multiplayer mode is cooperative and intense but may not match the broad appeal of other titles in the bracket.
• GTA V and Minecraft provide vastly different multiplayer experiences, both with a strong following, but Minecraft’s creative freedom might give it the edge.

Memorable Quotes:

• "I learned so many new words playing Call of Duty online... mostly words I shouldn't repeat!" – Stephen
• "Portal 2 wastes nothing. Every puzzle is tight, the movement is perfect. It’s a masterpiece." – Todd
• "Halo Reach was my go-to instead of studying for finals. Totally worth it!" – Connor

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Apple Podcast Tags: Xbox 360, Call of Duty, Portal 2, Halo Reach, Mass Effect 3, GTA V, Minecraft, gaming, multiplayer, podcast, March Madness, video games

In this exciting episode of Who's Got Next Game, Connor, Ty, and Charles dive deep into the world of Nintendo DS multiplayer games. They explore iconic titles like Mario Kart DS, Pokemon HeartGold, and Mario Hoops 3-on-3, debating their multiplayer features, gameplay innovations, and nostalgic memories. The hosts break down matchups between beloved games, ultimately crowning the best multiplayer DS game of all time.

• 00:00 – Introduction and the Nintendo DS Debate Begins
• 00:45 – Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass vs. Pokemon HeartGold – A Battle for Multiplayer Supremacy
• 06:12 – Multiplayer Features Breakdown: Pokemon HeartGold vs. Mario Hoops 3-on-3
• 10:06 – Classic Matchups: Mario Hoops vs. Nintendo Dogs – Which is the Better Multiplayer Experience?
• 15:18 – Mario Kart DS vs. Diddy Kong Racing – Battle of the Racers
• 25:00 – Championship Round: Mario Kart DS vs. Mario Hoops – The Ultimate Multiplayer Showdown

• Phantom Hourglass had limited multiplayer options, making Pokemon HeartGold a stronger contender in the debate.
• Pokemon HeartGold’s unique PokeWalker feature added an extra layer to multiplayer, but Mario Hoops’ versatile power-ups and court designs brought variety to the table.
• Diddy Kong Racing offered different modes of transportation, but Mario Kart DS's multiplayer capabilities and iconic modes like Balloon Battle and Shine Runners secured its win.
• Mario Kart DS emerged as the ultimate multiplayer DS game with its seamless Wi-Fi multiplayer feature and fun battle modes that kept players engaged.

• “For me, the multiplayer aspect of Mario Kart DS was a game-changer – no more cables, just connect via Bluetooth and go!”
• “Mario Hoops 3-on-3 gave us the chance to mess with our opponents with power-ups mid-shot. That added chaos made it a lot of fun!”
• “I’ll always remember the Balloon Battle mode in Mario Kart DS – hands down the best battle mode Mario Kart has ever offered.”

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