Punching Up: A Nintendo Podcast
byLast Stand Media & Studio71
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Punching Up is a weekly show all about Nintendo, co-hosted by Dustin Furman, Gene Park, Dagan Moriarty, and Mama Micah. The goal of Punching Up is to discuss the latest news and games from Nintendo, as well as dive deep into the prestigious catalog of games from the past, all while keeping it fun and entertaining. The show is highly interactive, with plenty of questions and comments from the audience. New episodes are released every other Friday. To get early access to each episode, support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/laststandmediaFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.co...
Episodes(40 episodes)
E80 - The 3DS Is Officially Dead Now
This week the Punching Up crew discuss a variety of news topics including Nintendo ending repairs on the 2DS and 3DS, small Final Fantasy VII Remake and Kingdom Hearts IV updates, Nintendo winning a lawsuit 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 - Intro0:20:59 - Nintendo no longer repairing 2DS XL and 3DS.0:26:29 - Star Wars Outlaws Switch 2 info0:37:39 - Very small FF7 Remake Part 3 and Kingdom Hearts 4 u...
Published: Sep 11, 2025Duration: 2:17:33
E79 - MORE Nintendo Direct Rumors!
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Rayman's 30th anniversary, LEGO Pokémon, and more Nintendo Direct rumors.
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:20:08 - Rayman 30th Anniversary0:28:14 - Ubisoft Games Rumors0:39:36 - PlayStation State of Play, focusing on 007 First Light0:46:46 - Silksong Info0:50:38 - What we’re playing1:18:57 - Pokémon LEGO price rumors1:26:06 - Yooka-Replayee info1:28:02 - It’s Me, Mario...
Published: Sep 4, 2025Duration: 2:21:36
E78 - Is the Switch 2 Already Outdated?
This week the Punching Up crew discuss a variety of topics including the lack of Switch 2 dev kits, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 maybe getting a remaster, and if we think the Switch 2 is already feeling out of date.
Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:10:27 - Switch 2 already getting stinky?0:37:04 - A lot of devs still don't have Switch 2 dev kits0:44:46 - Direct Rumors are starting again0:58:51 - Silksong...
Published: Aug 28, 2025Duration: 2:15:06
E77 - We Played Kirby Air Riders Early!
This week Gene goes hands-on with Kirby Air Riders, and Brad and Micah talk Gamescom, Starfield rumors for Switch 2, and more!
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:09:21 - Kriby Air Riders Direct0:27:40 - Hands on with Gene1:07:23 - Gamescom Announcements1:22:08 - Dual-Screen Patent Updated1:31:52 - Shenmue 3 Enhanced Edition Announced1:36:18 - What We’re Playing2:02:44 Chibi Robo Coming to NSO2:11:29 - Pokemon Worlds Wra...
Published: Aug 21, 2025Duration: 2:56:39
E76 - Nintendo’s Indoctrination Plan
This week the Punching Up crew discuss the new adorable My Mario products, Pokémon fans going nuts, Dragon Age Remakes being shutdown and more!
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:21:03 - My Mario Products0:38:15 - Dragon Age Remakes shutdown allegedly0:52:50 - Pokémon Happy Meals pulled from Japan1:04:16 - What we’re Playing1:49:42 - Spoilers for War of the Worlds1:52:55 - Last week's Indi...
Published: Aug 14, 2025Duration: 2:41:09
E75 - Brutal Switch Price Hikes
This week the Punching Up crew discusses the Switch US price hikes, Nintendo's recent survey, updated sales numbers, 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 - Intro0:20:04 - Switch Price Hike0:31:03 - Nintendo Survey0:43:04 - Last week's Partner Direct thoughts0:55:39 - Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage0:58:31 - Nintendo Sales Updates1:08:02 - What we’re playing1:24:30 - SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Ti...
Published: Aug 7, 2025Duration: 2:35:56
E74 - Nintendo's Game-Key Card Direct
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!
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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 Ko...
Published: Jul 31, 2025Duration: 3:22:17
E73 - Pokémon Presents Fallout
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!
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:31:32 - Zelda Movie Cast Announcement0:38:20 - No Rest for the Wicked Coming to Switch 2?0:41:28 - NSO Playtest Program0:51:56 - Ubisoft thinks Micro-transactions are “fun”1:06:46 - What we’re playing1:34:33 - Pokemon...
Published: Jul 24, 2025Duration: 2:35:57
E74 - Donkey Kong Bananza Reviews Are In! - The Next GOTY Contender?
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.
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:20:12 - Donkey Kong Bananza Review with Gene0:49:56 - Camelot Software Signs of Late-Stage Development Work0:53:40 - Donkey Kong Movie0:58:46 - Dragon Quest 7 Remake Coming?1:04:21 - What We’re...
Published: Jul 17, 2025Duration: 2:29:11
E71 - Leaked N64 Lineup for Switch Online?!
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 - Intro0:08:06 - BBQ/Grilling Talk0:19:58 - Leaked N64 Games for NSO?0:27:54 - Rumored Final Fantasy IX Remake Might be in Trouble0:42:32 - Nintendo is considering shorter development periods0:54:51 - What We’re Playing1:12:30 - Series S games should easily port to Switch 21:17:21 - An...
Published: Jul 10, 2025Duration: 2:10:38
E70 - Prices Are Going Up - Will It Affect You?
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 - Intro0:16:21 - Super Mario Strikers Coming to NSO0:19:16 - Price Increase in Canada0:25:35 - Nintendo and Amazon Update0:34:11 - Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair X Sonic Collaboration Announced0:37:38 - What We’re Playing1:03:34 - Switch 1 Upgrades fo...
Published: Jul 3, 2025Duration: 2:20:08
E69 - The Numbers Are In! - How Are Games Selling?
This week the Punching Up crew discusses leaked Sega sales numbers, third-party sales updates, Drag X Drive, Zelda scores and more!
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro0:34:12 - Leaked Sega0:40:52 - Final Fantasy XVI coming to Switch 2?0:51:13 - Switch 2 Zelda Metacritic Scores0:56:56 - 3rd party sales update0:59:11 - What We’re Playing1:16:28 - Real or Fake Kong1:19:55 - Drag and Drive Price and Da...
Published: Jun 26, 2025Duration: 2:24:14
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct!
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 - Intro0:13:17 - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake Still Coming0:29:03 - Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 won't be out at launch. Standard editions of the game also cost $700:35:10 - Switch 2 sets the all-time sales record in the US0:47:33 - Nintendo is selling games once again on A...
Published: Jun 19, 2025Duration: 3:01:00
E67 - Switch 2 Is Finally Here!
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 - Intro0:16:18 - Switch 2 System impressions0:42:23 - Mario Kart World1:02:42 - Welcome Tour1:06:30 - Everything Else We’re Playing1:31:20 - Zelda Movie Delayed1:36:36 - Mina and the...
Published: Jun 12, 2025Duration: 2:34:57
E66 - Hands-on with Mario Kart World and More!
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 - Intro0:20:32 - Mario Kart World Impressions0:38:09 - Welcome Tour Impressions0:47:12 - Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch 2 Footage0:51:23 - The World Ends With You Director Leaves Square Enix0:53:44 - What We’re Playing1:17:57 - IO Interactive Showcase1:29:18 - Spider man...
Published: Jun 5, 2025Duration: 2:21:48
E65 - We Went to Super Nintendo World! Ft. RogersBase
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 - Intro0:08:02 - Super Nintendo World Orlando0:57:32 - Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake launches1:03:32 - Switch 2 out in the Wild1:09:45 - Games added to NSO<...
Published: May 29, 2025Duration: 2:46:47
E64 - Is Red Dead Redemption 2 Coming to Switch 2?
This week Micah and Brad share their favorite Nintendo 64 memories, go over Switch game upgrades, possible leaks like Red Dead Redemption 2 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 - Intro0:25:51 - N64 memories0:56:23 - Updated Switch Games1:07:54 - Randy Pitchford on Borderlands 4's potential price1:15:55 - New Nintendo Store1:23:45 - New Hotel Dusk Trademark Filed1:25:49 - Nintendo Teams Up with Samsung to Produce Switch 2 Chips1:28:34 - Nintendo at Gamescom1:30:34 - What...
Published: May 22, 2025Duration: 2:38:45
E63 - Nintendo's Numbers Are In - How'd They Do?
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Nintendo's recent financial report, Final Fantasy VII Remake series possibly coming to Switch 2, Capcom, 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 - Intro0:14:07 - Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Release Date0:22:33 - Nintendo Financial Report0:38:32 - Palworld Case Update0:48:37 - Final Fantasy VII Trilogy Possibly Coming to Switch 20:54:27 - Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. coming to Switch 20:59:18 - Physical Game Sales in Japan1:05:43...
Published: May 15, 2025Duration: 2:25:28
E62 - Nintendo’s Next Target in the Courtroom
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Nintendo Suing accessory manufacturer Genki, new firmware updates, The return of Ecco the Dolphin, 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 - Intro0:11:59 - Nintendo Suing Accessory Manufacturer Genki0:17:46 - Firmware 20.0.00:26:09 - Ecco the Dolphin is Back0:34:32 - What We're Playing1:12:46 - New Star Wars Collection1:15:48 - NieR: Automata and Astral Chain Dev leaves Platinum1:20:45 - GTA VI Delayed and New Trailer1:33:25 - Xbox...
Published: May 8, 2025Duration: 2:47:01
E61 - Game-Key Cards: The End of Physical Games?
This week the Punching Up crew discuss Switch 2 pre-orders, Game-Key Cards, New Switch 2 Ports 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 - Intro0:04:55 - Pre-order madness0:21:59 - Game Stop Scummy Practices0:30:00 - DB Sparking coming to Switch 20:43:38 - Game-key Card started a couple min ago0:48:05 - What we're playing1:07:20 - No upgrade for Sonic X Shadow Generations on Switch 21:11:02 - Switch 2 Magazine1:15:01 - GameCube Controller update1:16:39 - Platinum Games1:24:19...
Published: May 1, 2025Duration: 2:36:33