On September 8, 2013 by Jason Rechtman, Angel Salado, and Kevin Gomez

Wind up those Pokemon toys, start those mining drills, and grab that… 2DS? This episode of the Random Nintendo Podcast offers a little something for everyone, including impressions of Nintendo’s first foray into NFC-enabled gaming with Pokemon Rumble U and the must-play eShop title SteamWorld Dig. As always, the show begins with the latest news as we analyze the unexpected Nintendo 2DS, share thoughts on the Wii U’s upcoming price drop, and give our takes on the recent Pokemon Direct. We also look at two Kickstarter projects that have grabbed the gaming spotlight and deserve your money. So whether you’re interested in Pokemon toys gone digital, steampunk mining adventures, or a 3D-less 3DS, there’s something in this episode for you!

Have you had a chance to play Pokemon Rumble U or SteamWorld Dig? What are your thoughts on the 2DS? Leave a comment and let us know! We also encourage you to stay up to date on all site happenings by subscribing to the podcast on iTunes and following us on Twitter @RandomNintendo.

Below, we have provided links to all the news and games discussed in this episode. A time stamp is listed next to each link so you can easily find the segments that most interest you. Enjoy!

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