Nintendo in 2021: The Review 

In spite of Mario 3D All-Stars being a “limited release”, throughout the year I continued to see it sold in stores. That was really good to see that people have still been able to purchase it physically.

Just like butternut squash, an Arlo Nintendo year review is exactly what I need right now!

I really appreciate that you are still uploading videos even when you feel tired

Lemme just say: this was my first year with Arlo, and it has been a wonderful time. Thank you for all your content, sir, and I'm looking forward to what comes next. Take care of yourself, and cheers to 2022!

I don't know what I'm more surprised about. The fact that Joy-con drift is still a thing, or that there are still people who still don't believe in it in 2021.

As far as the controversy is concerned, I think people need to stop looking at Nintendo like a friend and start looking at them for what they always have been. A business. They are not and never have been that one fun uncle.

I like how we all forgot how excited we were for a Zelda 35th anniversary thing or even Windwaker/Twilight Princess and how everyone like instantly gave up after the Skyward Sword reveal

2021, at least for Nintendo, was the year of games that we never thought would see the light of day: a Pokémon Snap sequel, Metroid Dread, and a completely traditional Mario Party game.

Mario Party and Warioware being great games was exactly what I needed in 2021. Metroid Dread made me a new fan of the franchise. I'm very satisfied by 2021 and I can't wait to see what the next year holds!

My personal game of the year was The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles. Escaping localization hell after so many years was not something I expected out of this year.

Arlo I can’t tell you how much your content helped me. I’ve been watching you since I got a Switch in 2019 and I’ve loved your vids. This year especially you have helped me through by giving me fun entertaining videos. Thanks

I’d say aside from NSO, this was a massive improvement over 2020.

For me the biggest controversy, after NSO, was the lackluster celebration of Zelda's 35th anniversary. Especially when compared to the pomp and fanfare that Mario got in what was otherwise a very disappointing year.

I hope your feeling ok Arlo, we love you man

i heard that in japan, if you market a game to have a limited release, then to say "nah we were joking its gonna stay on the eshop until it shuts down" is illegal because consumers panic buy the product.

I’m just pleased the franchise that created the “metroidvania” genre is alive and kicking. I’m so pleased that not only was Dread excellent, but loads of people outside of the Nintendo faithful have been drawn to it. Metroid is a criminally underserved IP in Nintendo’s stable or it has been at least, hopefully this is the start of Metroid games releasing more regularly and with the high quality that Dread has established.

Just remember, we love you and your health is more important than regular uploads!

Arlo trying so hard to bite his tongue regarding the Diamond and Pearl remakes made me laugh. As an OG DP fan, I’ll say it: the remakes did not receive the same love and care that the other remakes did and that was disappointing. Pokémon Snap did, though. Edit: All of you in the comments saying "I disagree, because I think the game is fun" are missing the point. I'm not saying it's not fun, I am saying the game was not given the same attention and care that remakes like FRLG, HGSS, and ORAS were. It does not have more to offer than its predecessors: compatibility with the current gens they were made with, up-to-date battle mechanics (i.e. Double Battles, Megas for ORAS, usage of the DS tap screen for HGSS in the Pokeathlon mini game, etc), updated Pokedex, etc... In fact it has less. And before you say "These games aren't SUPPOSED to have Platinum content!" Then why is Origin Forme Giratina included? Why is there data for Sky Shaymin? You can't just pick and choose what you want to include in your remake from the combined version of the game. You can like the game. You can have fun with the game. But it's very dishonest to say that this game has the same level of effort put into it that the previous game remakes did. I love Pokemon dearly, I've bought nearly every version that existed and as many of the side games as I could. But the products that the Pokemon Company is putting out are very shamefully cheap for a company that is the highest grossing franchise of all time.

Even though you may feel you don't od enough for us, you ALWAYS go above and beyond in your content...even making ads fun to watch!! we love you arlo! keeping you in my prayers!

Gotta say, with everything you told us in the last video, it makes me really happy to see you putting out so many videos over the past week

Your reaction to the Mario movie was by far one of my favorite things this year. Thank you Arlo

Thank you for the years of content, Arlo. I hope you have a lovely new year.

Appreciate all the effort you put into your videos Arlo (you too editors), here’s to a better 2022!!

Awesome uploads but breaks can be good! I hope this year is great for you, Arlo and friends

Thank you for doing so much this year. I think it's safe to call this one a good arlo year

As somebody who had his first Metroid experience with Dread, what you said hit near home for me. I will return to Samus when a new remake or new game comes out. Thanks for a great year, Arlo!!!

2021 was not too shabby at all! Personally, the return of classic Mario Party and an amazing new Metroid adventure were the highlights for me. I also enjoyed Mario Golf making a return even if Super Rush was a bit lackluster compared to previous entries. I'm looking forward to seeing some surprises from Nintendo in 2022.

That analogy of the charming uncles and the executives was the perfect way to describe Nintendo´s current direction, more so considering Iwata is no longer here. It´s kind of sad since I have been a fan my whole childhood and now adulthood and I can´t even afford some of the products from the company right now.

Thanks for another amazing year, Arlo! Let's hope 2021 creates more great gaming memories! They made 2021 a better year than it had any right to be. Happy New Year!

Can’t believe Arlo is about to make us wait til 2022 for more videos.

"The magnetic safety clip on your treadmill, is there for a REASON." Also, don't put the side it moves you towards right next to a wall, or couch, or anything like that. Even with the safety clip functioning as intended, the leftover momentum it can have from just a regular jog, if your foot gets stuck in there, can be really nasty. I've seen it happen, and it is not pleasant. I know this is completely off topic, but seriously, if you've got a treadmill, do NOT take this lightly.

Congrats Arlo and team - another great year of content. Now go get yourself well for 2022. 👍🏻👍🏻

I really enjoy the Yoshiller Yoshi gameplay in the background occasionally, so nice seeing a good Yoshi! 🥲

ARLO, glad to see you making high quality videos. Hope you get in the right mental space soon!

Happy New Year, Arlo! Keep up the good work and keep greeting us with these fine reviews and your delightfully blue, fuzzy face. 🙂

Realised I've been watching you since your 'problem with paper mario" video and couldn't believe it's been over 5 YEARS. Can't wait for another great year of Arlo!

Every year is awesome with you Arlo

Thank u for the content Arlo. This vid hits differently after watching ur previous announcement. Keep healthy, and keep up the amazing work!

ily arlo! thank you for another year

Hey arlo you’re great and we appreciate you!

Arlo’s videos are always fun, can’t wait to watch

I love your work Arlo! Your videos this last month have been a blast to watch!

Love the content!! Quick tip: please don’t overwork yourself and take all the time you need! I hope your doing well and hope you get better!!

2021 really was a great year, and the best part is that 2022 looks to be absolutely massive for Nintendo. My biggest worry for next year is how I'll ever find time to play all the new games I want to play, but I'll find a way somehow!

I am so happy I found your channel way back in Jan, I love your vids so much!!

Hey Arlo I just want to say I've been dealing with the same issues from your last video. Its really cool you can talk about those things, because it is really helpful seeing someone successful have the same struggles as me. Im trying to get help, and It make me feel like I can achieve my dreams. I just need some mental blocks to overcome. Thank you

A star walks into a black hole but doesn't seen phased. The black hole then turns to the star and says, "I don't think you understand the gravity of this situation."

Happy New Year!

i love you arlo you’re my favorite youtuber i hope u feel better :(

Wishing you a Happy New Year, you funky muppet! Don't you worry about us, man. Just go get some sleep.

Arlo please take a break and enjoy your New Years

Nintendo really has lost a lot of esteem for me with their horrible business choices. It saddens me that the company behind so many products I hold near and dear to my heart actively does things to hurt their customers

Thank you arlo for the amazing content. Take care of yourself and your mental health. Have a Happy New year!

2021 hasn’t been an all that different year from 2020 to be honest, but it’s been a good year for gaming with Bowser’s Fury and Metroid Dread etc. It’s also the year I discovered Arlo and I’ve loved listening to Arlocast on my night shifts at work ☺️keep up the good work Arlo!

Your uploads always make my day 20X better arlo!!

Your sponsor in this made me think that a Cooking With Arlo series would be an absolute joy to see.

Arlo is just belting out the content! Thanks for a great year of Nintendo news, and scream reacting to Metroid news.

Hope your day is going well Arlo!

16:03 Arlo: Talks about delays. Yoshiller: Cuts to a trailer of _Advance Wars 1+2: Re-boot Camp._ Very funny, Yoshiller! Thank you for another good video, Arlo & Yoshiller. Anyway, this year's "done," but remember to purchase games from Wii U's & 3DS's eShops before January 2022.

"Ima go eat Christmas candy and take a nap." This hits harder after watching his last video...

Love you, Arlo. Great stuff as always :)

I’m so excited for 2022 as well as a Nintendo fan!

What a crazy year this was! Holy mackerel!

Didn't expect to see a T3 Dom clip in an Arlo video haha!

6:23 I literally went and re-watched the animation DavMovis made of your reaction to Dread. The best!

This was their best year in a long time. Big releases, hype dlc, and great smaller entries made this year so entertaining!

Onward to 2022!

The one time I actually agree with Arlo as I have nothing to say about BDSP. As a person known in my friend circles as a Gen 4 disliker mainly because I don't care for DPP I felt nothing when they were announced besides oh great gonna see this everywhere. Regarding the quality I do feel bad for the fans it was not as good as HGSS or ORAS.

4 years ago was my first time watching Arlo, back when the Nintendo switch was first announced. The hype is still real.

We love you Arlo!

The perfect video to watch while I eat my dinner!

I tried eggnog for the first time this year at your suggestion in a recent video... and it's great (yes, the one from Trader Joes, as recommended)! Happy New Year!

Good video Arlo!!

2021 was actually a nice year for Nintendo. We got some nice new games, with Metroid Dread being the big standout title. We got the return of Nintendo Directs after a year without any. We had some nice DLC for Smash Bros and Animal Crossing. Plus, the future looks bright knowing we got BoTW2, Splatoon 3, Bayonetta 3, Kirby and The Forgotten Land, Pokemon Legends Arceus, and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope for 2022. It was a good year and I hope 2022 will be as exciting as its looking. Let's just hope Covid doesn't mess things up too much.

Happy now year.

I got a Switch for Christmas in 2020 so 2021 was really the year of Nintendo for me. I bought WAY more than I thought and I’ve used this console as a way to jump into franchises I’ve never tried before. Can’t wait for 2022

cant wait for arlos sadness, disappointment, and fury when nintendo announces smo2, the botw sequel title, ports of every smash game, and fortnite 2 (exclusive to switch) tomorrow, after hes put this video out

arlo is an end of year content making machine sheesh

As I was shopping at Aldi earlier and got unusually excited about one specific cool thing that you only see once a year max, the rest of the year being shopping in a pretty limited, bare essentials place, I realize I had essentially trapped myself in another Nintendo situation where you're loyal for years without knowing why, left pretty neglected, then you basically get one super awesome shining moment once in a blue moon. That Nintendo moment being Metroid Dread.

You’re just…you’re so cool, Arlo. I hope you have the best sleep of your LIFE after this year.

This year was fantastic on the gaming front for me. Pokémon Snap, Metroid Dread, WarioWare, Mario Party, and Shining Pearl all provided me with many hours of enjoyment, and there are still games that I bought but haven’t had time to play yet, like No More Heroes and SMTV.

Hey Arlo, can you add the clip of you finding seals in the recent mental health video to ArloRecommends? Those ~20 seconds of utter puppet joy are great.

i appreciate you arlo keep going man

Now for a long overdue break and wait til something else exciting happens. Here's to a hopeful 20222

Still cannot believe in just a few months Metroid Dread was revived, announced, released, and I can say I have played through it.

I almost expected Arlo to break into song shouting random Christmas stuff for the third year in a row at the end of the video.

Feel better arlo.

I think when they have a good period, where they are making so much money, they think that they can do no wrong. They get such a huge ego and start doing whatever they want and think that they're infallible. Like the WiiU era never happened. Or the GameCube era. Or the era that is inevitably going to follow this one

2022 is GONNA BE BIG

I felt that sigh at the end. Same, Arlo. Same.

You started talking about New Pokémon Snap and I audibly went “Huhhhh???!!!??” And didn’t believe you so much that I had to look up the release date. That came out THIS YEAR?!?!????!!!!? Jeez, this year felt so weird…

You’re really spoiling us for content

Great video

Man...all I gotta say is 2022 is definitely going to be a busy year for me in gaming, and in real life.

Hi Arlo! Just wanted to say I got Metroid Dread and I am absolutely loving it!!!! I’ve never played a Metroid game before so this is my first and It is so much fun! I plan on going back through the series, I wanna play all the other games!

Arlo saying "development heck" instead of "development hell" is so cute

I still don't understand how an "expansion pack" price is nearly three time higher (In Canada) lol. Switch Online 1 year (25$), Switch Online + Expansion Pack 1 year (64$). An expansion pack is not suppose to cost more than the original price. PS: it's without tax, with tax it's near 70$.

Arlo can you PLEASE add the tracklist and songs that you use in the description. PLEASEEE

That clip at 12:22 was pretty hype, ngl

Happy new year everyone!