Nintendo's Game-Key Card Direct

Nintendo's Game-Key Card Direct

Author: Last Stand Media & Studio71 July 31, 2025 Duration: 3:22:17
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every other week, Dustin Furman, Gene Park, Dagan Moriarty, and Mama Micah gather to share their passion for all things Nintendo on Punching Up: A Nintendo Podcast. This isn't just a dry recap of headlines; it's a lively conversation between friends who genuinely love the subject, blending insightful critique with a sense of fun. You'll hear them break down the latest Switch releases and company news, but the discussion often travels back through Nintendo's storied history, revisiting classic games and consoles with a mix of nostalgia and fresh perspective. What makes this podcast stand out is its interactive heart-listener questions and comments regularly shape the dialogue, making each episode feel like a communal chat. Produced by Last Stand Media & Studio71, the show balances deep dives into gameplay mechanics and industry shifts with the kind of entertaining tangents that happen when knowledgeable fans get together. Whether you're a lifelong devotee or just curious about the world of Mario, Zelda, and beyond, there's a consistent, engaging warmth to this weekly exploration. Tune in for thoughtful analysis, historical deep cuts, and the simple joy of hearing people talk about the games they love.
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