Punching Up: A Nintendo Podcast

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  • 2 hours 15 minutes
    We Saw the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. It’s Something...

    This week, the Punching Up crew shares their thoughts on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Tomodachi Life leaked, and what we want from future Nintendo movies.


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


    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:28:00 - Switch 2 Mario Galaxy 1+2 Bundle
    0:36:24 - Pokémon Chapminos Out now
    0:38:58 - New Kirby NSO User Icons
    0:42:55 - Mario Galaxy Movie has a strong first week opening
    0:47:09 - What We’re Playing
    0:59:22 - Pokopia Themed Space in London
    1:03:04 - Tomodachi Life Living the Dream leaked online
    1:05:20 - Takaya Imamura is worried about Link talking in the Zelda movie
    1:11:51 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review
    1:16:02 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie Spoilers
    1:46:32 - Closing Questions

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    9 April 2026, 4:00 pm
  • 2 hours 40 minutes
    These Nintendo Leaks are INSANE!

    This week the Punching Up crew discuss all the recent leaks, new upcoming Switch 2 ports, and Gene pops in to share his thoughts on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.


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


    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:24:28 - Ocarina of Time Remake and Star Fox Rumors
    0:48:58 - New Mario Kart World Patch
    0:51:34 - Final Fantasy IX on Hold, according to rumors
    0:54:04 - Pearls Abyss is looking to bring Crimson Desert to Switch 2
    0:57:18 - What We’re Playing
    1:17:24 - New Games Spotted on Listings
    1:19:07 - Digital Games are going to be cheaper than physical
    1:32:00 - PlayStation 5 is getting a price hike. Is Switch 2 next?
    1:41:11 - Closing Questions
    2:03:20 - Mario Galaxy movie thoughts with Gene

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    2 April 2026, 4:00 pm
  • 2 hours 20 minutes
    Is the Switch 2 Struggling?

    This week the Punching Up crew discussed Switch 2 sales in North America, Capcom saying they won’t use generative AI, and Micah finally watched The Super Mario Movie!


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


    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:21:33 - New Switch 2 Model for the EU
    0:24:31 - Capcom says they won't be using Generative AI
    0:31:03 - Switch Big Among Teens in Japan
    0:46:51 - What We’re Playing
    1:04:22 - Square Enix Partners with Google to Put an AI Chatbot in Dragon Quest X
    1:10:37 - Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Minecraft Amusement Park
    1:15:23 - Nintendo is reportedly cutting Switch 2 production this quarter as US demand dips
    1:27:49 - Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees
    1:34:06 - The Super Mario Movie Bros. Movie Thoughts
    1:56:36 - Closing Questions

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    26 March 2026, 4:00 pm
  • 2 hours 7 minutes
    Switch 2 Just Got a Massive Update!

    This week the Punching Up crew discusses the recent Handheld Boost Update for Switch 2, NVIDIA DLSS 5, Octopath Traveler Series Sales, and more!


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:28:21 - Handheld Boost Mode Update
    0:36:05 - Nivida DLSS 5
    0:45:29 - Tunic Getting a Switch 2 Update
    0:47:19 - What We’re playing
    1:07:05 - Mario Kart World Race Wheel Licensed by Nintendo
    1:13:47 - Octopath Traveler Series Sales
    1:23:09 - Jeff Kaplin Interview
    1:25:20 - Closing Questions

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    19 March 2026, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 42 minutes
    Nintendo is Suing the US Government!

    This week the PU crew discusses Nintendo suing the US government, the final trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book release date, 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 - Intro
    0:15:26 - Nintendo Suing the US Government
    0:22:12 - Final Trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
    0:34:47 - New Added to NSO
    0:36:57 - Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 5 Million
    0:40:59 - What We’re Playing
    1:05:29 - South of Midnight Switch 2 Release Date
    1:07:14 - Mega Man Dual Overide Robot Master Design Contest Finalists
    1:15:15 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Launch Date and New Trailer
    1:19:54 - Closing Questions

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    12 March 2026, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 58 minutes
    Wind and Waves Could Be the Pokémon Games We’ve Been Waiting For!

    This week the PU crew discusses all the news surrounding the recent Pokémon Presents, the latest indie showcase, and more!


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:20:38 - Pokemon Presents Recap
    0:44:13 - Pokémon Pokopia Reviews are Here
    0:51:25 - What We’re Playing
    1:10:03 - Indie World Showcase
    1:27:39 - Warframe coming to Switch 2
    1:27:59 - Iron Galaxy could be working on Fallout Remasters
    1:30:03 - New Bandai Namco RPG being shown soon
    1:32:04 - Capcom Spotlight
    1:33:03 - Closing Questions

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    5 March 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 2 hours 21 minutes
    They Finally Listened...

    This week the Punching Up crew discuss the Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green digital releases, The latest Treehouse Live, the possible release date for The Duskbloods, and more!


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:34:46 - Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green coming to Switch
    0:53:08 - Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is getting a Switch 2 Edition
    0:57:29 - Nintendo Treehouse Recap
    1:17:22 - What We’re Playing
    1:26:30 - Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 leaked by Bandai Namco
    1:30:53 - NieR: Automata sequel coming
    1:35:07 - The Duskbloods release date listing
    1:39:27 - Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition is now on Switch 2
    1:41:36 - Closing Questions

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    26 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 2 hours 7 minutes
    Surprise Switch 2 Announcements!

    This week, the PU crew discusses a bunch of new games coming to Switch and Switch 2, like Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, as well as other topics, including a possible Switch 2 price hike later this year and their favorite Zelda games.


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:28:42 - Shutaro Ida has passed away
    0:31:37 - IGN’s Zelda Top 10 list
    0:41:37 - Stuff from the State of Play that’s coming to Switch and Switch 2
    1:05:16 - Final Fantasy VII P3 won't be held back by being multiplatform
    1:09:05 - Switch 2 Price Hike Might be Happening This Year.
    1:11:29 - What We’re Playing
    1:23:27 - .hack//Z.E.R.O. Announced
    1:25:52 - Virtual Boy is now available on NSO
    1:30:40 - Closing Questions

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    19 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 2 hours 18 minutes
    Was This the Most Average Direct Ever?

    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!


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:33:25 - Last Week's Nintendo Direct Recap
    1:28:07 - Pokemon 30 website
    1:30:38 - New clip from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
    1:32:00 - Rayman is getting an HD version
    1:34:15 - What We’re Playing
    1:44:17 - New Direct and 3D Mario Rumors
    1:47:05 - Closing Questions

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    12 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 2 hours 5 minutes
    Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream looks UNHINGED

    This week Micah and Brad discuss a variety of topics, including how insane Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream looks, Nintendo sales updates, the Dispatch censorship drama, and more!


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    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:28:02 - Tomodatchi Life Direct Thoughts
    0:40:53 - Dispatch Censor Drama
    0:51:05 - Sonic Racing Crossworlds Failed to Meet Sales Expectations
    0:57:00 - What We’re Playing
    1:12:50 - Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O Launch
    1:14:31 - Pokémon Pokopia Amazon Preorder Bonus
    1:18:29 - Google's Project Genie
    1:21:09 - Nintendo Sales Update
    1:34:27 - Closing Questions

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    5 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 2 hours 56 minutes
    The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks INSANE!

    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!


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


    0:00:00 - Intro
    0:24:53 - New Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer
    0:29:46 - Nintendo Veterans Leave the Company
    0:32:41 - Pokémon is Universal Studios
    0:40:48 - Blizzard 35 Showcase
    0:43:06 - Tomodachi Life Living the Dream Direct
    0:47:18 - Highguard thoughts with Gene
    1:00:31 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellable Park Info
    1:19:41 - Nintendo Rumors are heating up
    1:25:45 - What We’re Playing
    1:39:58 - Xbox Developer Direct
    1:47:33 - Nintendo Sales US
    1:52:42 - New Games coming to NSO
    1:59:00 - Ubisoft Trouble
    2:01:51 - Closing Questions

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    29 January 2026, 5:00 pm
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