Pure Nintendo Podcast Highlights: Drag X Drive, Street Fighter 6, Nintendo 64 Anniversary, and More

This week, the Pure Nintendo Podcast continues its tradition of delivering comprehensive Nintendo news and deep dives into the latest games and hardware developments.

Hosts Jemma and Kirk explore a wide range of topics, including the much-anticipated title Drag X Drive, recent developments for Street Fighter 6, and reflections on the Nintendo 64’s remarkable legacy as it reaches its 29th anniversary. Drag X Drive, the innovative mouse-centric action game developed for the Nintendo Switch, takes center stage in this episode.

With a planned release window in August 2024, excitement is mounting among the community eager to experience its unique gameplay.

While some fans have noted potential feature omissions, the hosts are optimistic, emphasizing how its approaching launch will provide all the answers soon enough. Street Fighter 6 also receives coverage, particularly regarding its growing presence on Nintendo platforms.

Jemma shares her favorite soundtracks to accompany fighting sessions and dissects Street Fighter 6’s diverse character roster, highlighting the staying power of Capcom’s flagship series on both current Switch and expectations for the newly launched Switch 2.

The conversation broadens to include several notable new releases such as TRON: Catalyst, No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files, and Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition—each offering fresh content on the Nintendo Switch eShop. The episode pays tribute to the Nintendo 64, which recently celebrated its 29th anniversary.

The hosts reminisce about the golden era of cartridges versus discs and discuss the ongoing addition of classic Nintendo soundtracks to the company's growing library, such as Yoshi’s Story, now featured in the Nintendo Music collection. Throughout the episode, the Pure Nintendo Podcast reinforces its role as a trusted source for Nintendo enthusiasts.

Jemma and Kirk encourage listeners to follow their coverage for regular news, reviews, and deep analysis.

With more than 100 episodes under their belt, the podcast continues to provide an essential weekly roundup for everyone invested in the Nintendo ecosystem—whether it’s the newest games, legacy hardware anniversaries, or upcoming hardware like Nintendo Switch 2. Listeners are invited to stay connected through Blue Sky and support ongoing coverage via Patreon, with the upcoming issue of Pure Nintendo Magazine in development.

As Nintendo’s future unfolds—with a strong lineup anticipated for 2025—the Pure Nintendo Podcast remains committed to insightful, factual, and engaging coverage for dedicated fans and the greater gaming community alike.

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