Infendo Radio Episode 810: reported Nintendo drops and industry updates
Infendo Radio’s Episode 810 — a podcast aimed at Nintendo fans and industry followers — presented a block of reported items the hosts described as major Nintendo developments.
The episode covers a purported surprise “Star Fox Direct” announcement, an alleged Switch 2 price adjustment, a retirement notice attributed to a longtime Nintendo developer, and additional product and community updates.
Below is a concise, sourced summary of the claims as presented on the show alongside relevant, verified context for readers familiar with the Nintendo ecosystem.
Star Fox 64 remake (reported)
Infendo reported a shadow drop labeled as a Star Fox Direct and said it revealed a new Star Fox 64 remake.
According to the podcast, the remake would include modern multiplayer, online play, and support for a Nintendo 64-style controller on Nintendo Switch hardware.
For context, the original Star Fox 64 (released as Lylat Wars in some regions) debuted on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 and is a frequently referenced entry in Nintendo’s flight-action catalog.
Switch 2 price change (reported)
The hosts stated that Nintendo plans a price increase for the next-generation console, reportedly moving the Switch 2 to a $499 price point in September, while offering early-June bundles that package new releases such as Mario Kart World, DK Bananza, or Pokopia.
The Nintendo Switch platform itself launched on March 3, 2017, and Nintendo has routinely used bundles and limited-time offers to support hardware launches and holiday windows.
Takashi Tezuka retirement (reported)
Infendo said legendary Nintendo director Takashi Tezuka is retiring after a 40-year career shaping franchises including Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda.
Tezuka is widely recognized within the industry for his long tenure at Nintendo and his creative contributions to flagship series.
Additional notes and community items
The episode also mentioned an upcoming Mineru’s Construct amiibo tied to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Nintendo’s amiibo platform launched in 2014 and continues to be used for merchandise and in-game features across Switch titles.
The show closed with community segments covering Xenoblade Chronicles X squad missions, Tomodachi Life island updates, retro gameplay with emulatorJS, and reviews of indie and retro titles.
All claims above are reported by Infendo Radio Episode 810; readers should consult official Nintendo communications — including Nintendo Direct presentations, the Nintendo eShop, and Nintendo’s press releases — for confirmed announcements and launch details.
Infendo Radio’s Episode 810 — a podcast aimed at Nintendo fans and industry followers — presented a block of reported items the hosts described as major Nintendo developments.
The episode covers a purported surprise “Star Fox Direct” announcement, an alleged Switch 2 price adjustment, a retirement notice attributed to a longtime Nintendo developer, and additional product and community updates.
Below is a concise, sourced summary of the claims as presented on the show alongside relevant, verified context for readers familiar with the Nintendo ecosystem.
Star Fox 64 remake (reported)
Infendo reported a shadow drop labeled as a Star Fox Direct and said it revealed a new Star Fox 64 remake.
According to the podcast, the remake would include modern multiplayer, online play, and support for a Nintendo 64-style controller on Nintendo Switch hardware.
For context, the original Star Fox 64 (released as Lylat Wars in some regions) debuted on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 and is a frequently referenced entry in Nintendo’s flight-action catalog.
Switch 2 price change (reported)
The hosts stated that Nintendo plans a price increase for the next-generation console, reportedly moving the Switch 2 to a $499 price point in September, while offering early-June bundles that package new releases such as Mario Kart World, DK Bananza, or Pokopia.
The Nintendo Switch platform itself launched on March 3, 2017, and Nintendo has routinely used bundles and limited-time offers to support hardware launches and holiday windows.
Takashi Tezuka retirement (reported)
Infendo said legendary Nintendo director Takashi Tezuka is retiring after a 40-year career shaping franchises including Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda.
Tezuka is widely recognized within the industry for his long tenure at Nintendo and his creative contributions to flagship series.
Additional notes and community items
The episode also mentioned an upcoming Mineru’s Construct amiibo tied to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Nintendo’s amiibo platform launched in 2014 and continues to be used for merchandise and in-game features across Switch titles.
The show closed with community segments covering Xenoblade Chronicles X squad missions, Tomodachi Life island updates, retro gameplay with emulatorJS, and reviews of indie and retro titles.
All claims above are reported by Infendo Radio Episode 810; readers should consult official Nintendo communications — including Nintendo Direct presentations, the Nintendo eShop, and Nintendo’s press releases — for confirmed announcements and launch details.
