Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
With November coming to a close and December knocking on the door, that can mean only one thing. That’s right, the release of the Sonic The Hedgehog 3 movie is under a month away! As December 20th grows ever closer, promotion campaigns are getting ready to roll out and take…
Fans of Nintendo and Retro Studios’ Metroid Prime trilogy are in for a treat next year. Made in collaboration with Piggyback, a company dedicated to premium quality strategy guides, a brand-new retrospective art book covering the three main Prime games will be released to commemorate the legacy of the series….
Welcome to Part 4 of Our Deep Dive into the History of Amiibo! In today’s installment, we’re exploring the amiibo releases of 2016—a year that saw the introduction of new franchises, an influx of collectible cards, and some highly sought-after Japan-exclusive releases! Raise Your Shovels! The first amiibo release of…
Welcome back to our in-depth exploration of the history of amiibo! In our previous segment, we delved into the first half of 2015, covering the releases of Waves 3 and 4 of the Super Smash Bros. amiibo line, as well as the debut of the Super Mario Bros. amiibo series….
Welcome back to our deep dive into amiibo history! Today, we’re taking a look at what might just be the most chaotic year in amiibo history—complete with dozens of figures, long lines, retailer exclusives, and an explosion of scalping. So, without further ado, let’s dive into 2015, the second year…
It’s hard to believe that nearly ten years have passed since the launch of amiibo on November 21, 2014. Originally released to compete with the likes of Skylanders and Disney Infinity, these little figures not only gave those brands a run for their money but also continued to thrive in…
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom continues the series’ tradition by supporting a wide variety of amiibo in-game! Check out our handy guide below for all the known details so far. We will update this guide with new information as we approach the launch of Echoes of Wisdom on…
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom continues the series’ tradition by supporting a wide variety of amiibo in-game! Check out our handy guide below for all the known details so far. We will update this guide with new information as we approach the launch of Echoes of Wisdom on…
New amiibo are almost here! In just a few hours (or maybe right now, depending on when you’re reading this), the all-new Callie & Marie and Marina & Pearl amiibo will be available worldwide. To celebrate, Nintendo has released a brand-new trailer showcasing these amiibo in action and detailing all…
The launch of the brand-new Marina & Pearl and Callie & Marie amiibo 2-packs is just a few weeks away! Nintendo has finally revealed the fresh gear these amiibo will unlock. Check out our gallery below to see the four unique costumes you can unlock! The all-new Callie &…
When The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom was first announced, the official Japanese website strongly hinted that amiibo would play a role in the game with an amiibo logo found on the games Japanese eShop listing.. Now, with just over a month until the game’s September 26th release, we…
Of all of the Nintendo merchandise available out there, amiibo may be some of the most iconic in recent times. For those who collect amiibo as a hobby, this past year has been incredible in terms of restocks. So many rare figures have been re-released for MSRP, including Zelda series…
Update: Now officially confirmed for North America! New Squid Sisters and Off the Hook #amiibo are coming September 5th! Tap these amiibo in-game to snap photos and get special gear. Details coming soon! https://t.co/yDxzgOFCFh pic.twitter.com/3qLt1b0AZQ — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 19, 2024 This just in! Nintendo has pulled…
If an errant listing on the Nintendo of Japan website is to be believed, the upcoming Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom will reportedly have amiibo support when it launches on September 26, 2024. Noted by many websites after the game’s official reveal last week, it looks as if our…
