Punching Up: A Nintendo Podcast

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Nintendo's Game-Key Card Direct Jul 31, 2025

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This week the crew discusses a variety of topics like the Nintendo Partner Direct, Mario Paint, PlayStation multiplatform possibilities, Square Enix sales updates and more!

Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro

0:15:26 - Nintendo Partner Direct

0:49:55 - Mario Paint on NSO

1:01:29 - Princess Peach and Mario are just good friends

1:18:09 - Donkey Kong Bananza Tetris 99 event

1:20:32 - Leaked Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Date

1:24:35 - Sony multiplatform job listing

1:45:01 - What we’re playing

2:26:07 - Star Wars: Outlaws sequel reportedly canceled

2:31:26 - LEGO Game Boy

2:34:34 - Square Enix Series Sales Update

2:37:45 - Xenoblade composer teases new project

2:42:08 - Closing Questions

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Pokémon Presents Fallout Jul 24, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew discuss a variety of topics including The Legend of Zelda movie casting, No Rest for the Wicked, Pokémon Presents, and more!

Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:31:32 - Zelda Movie Cast Announcement
0:38:20 - No Rest for the Wicked Coming to Switch 2?
0:41:28 - NSO Playtest Program
0:51:56 - Ubisoft thinks Micro-transactions are “fun”
1:06:46 - What we’re playing
1:34:33 - Pokemon Presents Roundup
1:46:29 - Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Date
1:48:54 - Closing Questions

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Donkey Kong Bananza Reviews Are In! - The Next GOTY Contender? Jul 17, 2025

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This week, Gene shares his Donkey Kong Bananza review with the crew, and they discuss other topics including Dragon Quest VII remake rumors, Camelot Software's next game, and upcoming potential Nintendo Directs.

Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:20:12 - Donkey Kong Bananza Review with Gene
0:49:56 - Camelot Software Signs of Late-Stage Development Work
0:53:40 - Donkey Kong Movie
0:58:46 - Dragon Quest 7 Remake Coming?
1:04:21 - What We’re Playing
1:15:06 - Nintendo is asking for feedback on game-key Cards in Japan
1:28:50 - Naoki Yoshida on Turn-Based Combat for future Final Fantasy Games
1:40:28 - Nintendo Rumors
1:45:50 - Dragon Quest 1 & 2 won't have an upgrade path
1:48:55 - Closing Questions

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Leaked N64 Lineup for Switch Online?! Jul 10, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew discuss the Nintendo 64 leaks for Switch Online, Final Fantasy XI Remake rumors, Switch 2 port potential and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:08:06 - BBQ/Grilling Talk
0:19:58 - Leaked N64 Games for NSO?
0:27:54 - Rumored Final Fantasy IX Remake Might be in Trouble
0:42:32 - Nintendo is considering shorter development periods
0:54:51 - What We’re Playing
1:12:30 - Series S games should easily port to Switch 2
1:17:21 - Animal Crossing Crocs
1:21:42 - Closing Questions

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Prices Are Going Up - Will It Affect You? Jul 03, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew discuss a price hike for some Nintendo games and services in Canada, Mario Strikers coming to NSO, the team behind Donkey Kong Bananza and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:16:21 - Super Mario Strikers Coming to NSO
0:19:16 - Price Increase in Canada
0:25:35 - Nintendo and Amazon Update
0:34:11 - Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair X Sonic Collaboration Announced
0:37:38 - What We’re Playing
1:03:34 - Switch 1 Upgrades for Switch 2 Specs
1:08:31 - Sonic Adventure Remakes Not Happening
1:13:52 - Mario Kart World Update Has People Upset
1:17:05 - Physical Turok Trilogy Coming
1:21:20 - Donkey Kong Bananza Team Finally Confirmed
1:25:17 - Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Rated
1:30:36 - Closing Write-ins

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The Numbers Are In! - How Are Games Selling? Jun 26, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew discusses leaked Sega sales numbers, third-party sales updates, Drag X Drive, Zelda scores and more!

Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:34:12 - Leaked Sega
0:40:52 - Final Fantasy XVI coming to Switch 2?
0:51:13 - Switch 2 Zelda Metacritic Scores
0:56:56 - 3rd party sales update
0:59:11 - What We’re Playing
1:16:28 - Real or Fake Kong
1:19:55 - Drag and Drive Price and Date
1:35:08 - Little Nightmares 3
1:39:29 - Closing Questions

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Donkey Kong Bananza Direct! Jun 19, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew discuss all the latest Nintendo news including the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, Borderlands 4, Switch 2 sales and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:13:17 - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake Still Coming
0:29:03 - Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 won't be out at launch. Standard editions of the game also cost $70
0:35:10 - Switch 2 sets the all-time sales record in the US
0:47:33 - Nintendo is selling games once again on Amazon after a hiatus
0:54:39 - What We’re Playing
1:09:13 - Donkey Kong Bananza Direct
1:41:33 - Capcom Counting Game Key Card Titles as Digital Sales
1:48:01 - Closing Questions
2:19:03 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 SPOILER thoughts

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Switch 2 Is Finally Here! Jun 12, 2025

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With the arrival of the Switch 2, the Punching Up crew take a deep dive and gives their thoughts on the system and software and discuss new announcements like Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles, Mina the Hollower's release date and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:16:18 - Switch 2 System impressions
0:42:23 - Mario Kart World
1:02:42 - Welcome Tour
1:06:30 - Everything Else We’re Playing
1:31:20 - Zelda Movie Delayed
1:36:36 - Mina and the Hollower Release date announced
1:39:00 - Scott Pilgrim EX
1:43:57 - Final Fantasy VII Remake Launch Window
1:45:52 - Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles
1:48:03 - Splatoon Raiders
1:53:39 - Ending Questions

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Hands-on with Mario Kart World and More! Jun 05, 2025

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This week the Punching Up crew talk about Gene's hands-on time with Mario Kart World, Welcome Tour, and discuss news and get excited for Summer Game Fest!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:20:32 - Mario Kart World Impressions
0:38:09 - Welcome Tour Impressions
0:47:12 - Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch 2 Footage
0:51:23 - The World Ends With You Director Leaves Square Enix
0:53:44 - What We’re Playing
1:17:57 - IO Interactive Showcase
1:29:18 - Spider man 2 spoilers game
1:30:52 - Mario Party Jamboree Overview Trailer
1:38:02 - Persona 4 Remake Leak?
1:43:56 - Final Fantasy Tactics Coming Back?
1:48:00 - Closing Questions

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We Went to Super Nintendo World! Ft. RogersBase May 29, 2025

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This week, special guest RogersBase joins the Punching Up crew to talk about his and Gene's time at Super Nintendo World in Orlando, Gene’s interview with Shigeru Miyamoto, as well as the latest news—including Nintendo Direct rumors, Dragon Quest updates, and more!Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:08:02 - Super Nintendo World Orlando
0:57:32 - Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake launches
1:03:32 - Switch 2 out in the Wild
1:09:45 - Games added to NSO
1:11:06 - Nintendo direct rumors
1:21:47 - What we're playing
1:47:54 - Xbox Games reportedly coming to Switch 2
1:55:41 - GameChat requires a phone number linked to your Nintendo Account
1:58:51 - Pokémon Series Sales Update
2:00:25 - Fantasy Life: The Girl Who Steals Time is doing well and getting free DLC to celebrate.
2:03:13 - Closing Questions

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