Nintendo's GOATs: Which Games Do These 15 Things BEST? | Deep Dive

What elements make Nintendo games so special? Instead of trying to rank Nintendo's greatest games overall, we're taking a different approach. We picked 15 different gameplay categories and crowned the single Nintendo game we think does each one better than every other game the company has ever made. From stealth and storytelling to collectibles, progression, music, puzzles, world design, and much more, every category sparked plenty of debate. Some of our picks are obvious classics, and others might surprise you! Whether you're a lifelong Nintendo fan or just looking for a fresh perspective on some of the company's greatest games, this episode is packed with fun arguments and plenty of opportunities to disagree. Be sure to let us know in the comments which Nintendo games you think deserve the crown in each category! Time Codes: 00:00:00 Opening 00:03:24 Exploration 00:10:53 Platforming 00:17:55 Movement 00:22:28 Stealth 00:25:47 Combat 00:30:06 Boss Battles 00:35:40 Puzzle Design 00:41:53 Progression 00:45:13 Collectibles 00:50:18 Level Design 00:56:30 Atmosphere 01:01:18 Storytelling 01:04:16 Music 01:09:52 Multiplayer 01:12:37 Replayability Subscribe to Podcasting With Power for more Nintendo discussions, news, and deep dives! Socials: Instagram:   / podwithpower   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podwithpower... Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podwithpower Facebook:   / podwithpower