Was This the Most Average Direct Ever?

Was This the Most Average Direct Ever?

Author: Last Stand Media & Studio71 February 12, 2026 Duration: 2:18:13
This week Micah and Brad go over all the news from last week’s Direct, discuss Pokémon's 30th anniversary, rumors about a new 3D Mario, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:33:25 - Last Week's Nintendo Direct Recap1:28:07 - Pokemon 30 website1:30:38 - New clip from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie1:32:00 - Rayman is getting an HD version1:34:15 - What We’re Playing1:44:17 - New Direct and 3D Mario Rumors1:47:05 - 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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Duration: 2:05:04
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Duration: 2:56:14
This week, the Punching Up crew celebrates their 100th episode and discusses a variety of news topics, including the new Super Mario Galaxy trailer, Pokémon coming to Universal Studios, Nintendo Direct rumors, and more!…
Nintendo Continues to Dominate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:16:22
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Nintendo One again being on top of the charts in Japan, Pokémon's surprisingly long development, a new Legend of Zelda LEGO set, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps ar…
So This Is What’s Next for Pokémon? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:27:52
This week the Punching Up crew discuss the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, Pokémon LEGO, our thoughts on no Switch 2 port for Baldur's Gate 3, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will o…
Big Gaming Anniversaries Are Coming… What’s Next? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00:59
his week the Punching Up crew discusses the Dragon Quest VII demo, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond open-world problems, new Nintendo trademarks, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often b…
Nintendo 2026 Predictions  [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:31
This episode, The Punching Up crew look back at Nintendo’s performance in 2025 and share their predictions for 2026! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nintendo Memories with Colin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:42:09
This week Colin joins the Punching Up crew for the very first time in the show’s history! Join us as we reminisce about a variety of Nintendo launches and share some of our favorite Nintendo memories. Learn more about yo…
Were the Game Awards a Letdown This Year? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01:00
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Is There Still Hope for Knights of the Old Republic? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:25:20
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Katsuhiro Harada leaving Bandai Namco after 30 years, Knights of the Old Republic 1 and 2 remakes still alive, more Resident Evil Requiem leaks, and more! Please keep in mind that o…
Metroid is BACK! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:19:09
This week the Punching Up crew discuss the future Witcher games, the bizarre Game Awards statue in the desert, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reviews, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will…