Pure Nintendo Podcast Highlights: PAX Aus 2025 Hands-On with Metroid Prime 4 and Pokémon Legends Z-A

The longstanding tradition of Nintendo excellence was on full display at this year’s PAX Aus 2025, with the Pure Nintendo Podcast team—Jemma, Trev, and Kirk—serving up an insightful episode focused on hands-on experiences with some of Nintendo’s most anticipated first-party releases for the Nintendo Switch.

Now surpassing 100 episodes, the Pure Nintendo Podcast remains a trusted source for in-depth analyses and up-to-the-minute news from the world of Nintendo. This week’s flagship episode delivered detailed impressions after the team demoed top-tier Nintendo Switch titles on the PAX Aus 2025 show floor.

Among the biggest draws was Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, one of the most eagerly awaited sequels in the Metroid franchise.

Alongside it, fans got an early look at Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment and nostalgia-fueled action with Kirby Air Riders.

However, the spotlight also shone brightly on Pokémon Legends Z-A, the next groundbreaking installment in the Pokémon series.

The Pure Nintendo Podcast crew conveyed their excitement, remarking that the playable builds left an immediate impact, with gameplay and polish reflecting Nintendo’s storied reputation for quality. Additionally, the podcast revisited the previous episode’s discussion of the Super Mario Galaxy revamp, a favorite among longtime Nintendo enthusiasts, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to both innovation and legacy support on the Nintendo Switch platform. Alongside featured games, the Pure Nintendo team recapped recent Nintendo news including a mysterious teaser video, which was ultimately revealed to spotlight Pikmin—further galvanizing fans eager for updates from Nintendo Direct showcases and the eShop.

The podcast also highlighted its community’s current gaming obsessions, from indie darling Yooka-Replaylee to acclaimed RPG Persona 3 Reload and the engaging Full Metal Schoolgirl. Jemma and team encouraged listeners to share the games they are enjoying each week and reminded fans that 2025 will offer even more as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment approach their official release dates.

They invited the burgeoning Pure Nintendo community to tune in every Monday for the latest podcast episodes, subscribe to the freshly shipped Pure Nintendo Magazine, and stay engaged by following them on Blue Sky and supporting their presence via Patreon. For regular updates, exclusive hands-on insights, and expert Nintendo commentary, the Pure Nintendo Podcast continues to be a cornerstone for Switch enthusiasts and fans keen to keep up with the ever-evolving pulse of Nintendo gaming.

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