Donkey Kong Smashes Expectations - Easy Allies Podcast - June 20, 2025

Ep 480 - Nintendo shares an extended look at Donkey Kong Bananza, unveiling a much bigger and bolder adventure than their initial demo let on. PlayStation sees record profits. Xbox starts talking next-gen. Plus, we give our takes on FBC Firebreak and finally dig deep into Mario Kart World and Switch 2 Welcome Tour.

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(0:00) - Intro
(3:39) - Donkey Kong Bananza Direct
(27:08) - FBC Firebreak Impressions
(51:11) - PlayStation's Record Profits
(1:00:22) - Xbox Talks Next-Gen
(1:17:15) - A Word From Our Sponsors
(1:19:22) - Mario Kart World Impressions
(1:54:18) - Switch 2 Welcome Tour Impressions
(2:17:20) - Also This Week
(2:32:22) - L&R: DLC Preferences
(2:43:30) - L&R Game: Was it on Stadia?
(2:52:58) - L&R: Sony Buying WB Games?
(3:03:00) - Bets
(3:07:28) - Closing

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