Game Theory: How DEADLY Is Donkey Kong’s Punch?

In this episode, MatPat tackles one of gaming’s most iconic moves—Donkey Kong’s punch—to figure out just how much destructive power it packs. From its Smash Bros. origins to its return (and buffed strength) in Donkey Kong Bananza, you’ll get a fun, physics-meets-game-mechanics breakdown of whether DK’s knuckle sandwich could really lay waste to anything in its path.

Special shout-outs to Boot.Dev (use code THEGAMETHEORISTS for 25% off), Theorywear’s new merch line, and all the talented folks behind the scenes—writers Tom Robinson & Zaech Stew, editors Axellent, Koen Verhagen, Marc Schneider, Jerika, and sound designer Yosi Berman.

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