Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. The…
Nintendo’s popular yet short-lived social networking mobile app, Miitomo, launched in the US 10 years ago today on March 31st, 2016. Notable for being Nintendo’s first-ever mobile game, Miitomo is widely considered an unofficial spinoff of Nintendo’s Tomodachi franchise. It took plenty of inspiration from the quirky social sim series,…
In what I will be labeling as a rumor, it’s been reported that Disney is considering buying Epic Games outright in an effort to expand its gaming profile. During a recent episode of “The Town with Matt Belloni” podcast, tech journalist, and former Verge editor, Alex Heath has claimed that…
Dark Horse has revealed the next official Legend of Zelda art book, which will be based on Tears of the Kingdom. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai will launch on October 20th, 2026, with a hard-backed cover and 472 pages. Alongside the $60…
Blaze Entertainment, the company behind the popular Evercade handheld console, has announced a new revision of its portable device. Dubbed the “Evercade Nexus,” it’s the first device in the Evercade line to feature dual analog sticks. It also sports things like a 5.89” IPS display, wireless headphone support, TATE mode,…
Nintendo and Illumination have partnered with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts in Japan, celebrating the upcoming theatrical release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with some new sweet treats. The promotional campaign introduces three specially decorated donuts themed around the movie’s characters, including Mario, Yoshi, and the Lumas. ／🎥#映画スーパーマリオギャラクシー×クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ(@krispykremeJP)🍩夢のコラボ商品が登場✨️＼ マリオ・ヨッシー・チコをメインに映画の“冒険の世界”を表現💫あの「ハテナブロック」ドーナツも🎁https://t.co/Ef4zvP2s11 4月8日(水)発売開始✨…
As with the previous Mario Movie, Universal Studios is going all out in the marketing campaign for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. If you happen to have children or haven’t snuffed out the inner child within you, McDonald’s will be launching a Happy Meal toy line for Mario’s latest adventure…
Gaming apparel company Insert Coin has announced it is collaborating with Capcom to launch new ranges of gear for Resident Evil. The new product lines will celebrate the launch of the latest installment, Resident Evil Requiem, as well as the 30th anniversary of the franchise. Return To Raccoon City…
Pokémon Pokopia is a certifiable phenomenon, so it’s no surprise that fans want to bring home some adorable plushes to hug and love. While players in Japan already have the opportunity to do so, everyone in the West has been waiting for a chance to hug Mosslax or Peakychu. Thankfully,…
Despite being available for almost a full year now, Mario Kart World is about to get the Wii-era peripheral treatment from Hori. Following up on its Mario Kart 8 Deluxe accessories, Hori has revealed two new wheels designed specifically for Mario Kart World that will be hitting retail shelves on…
Mama-Mia! After a brief tease a few months ago, LEGO and Nintendo have officially pulled back the curtain on the latest Super Mario set: Luigi & Mach 8. If you saw the LEGO Mario Kart set that released last year, this one makes for the perfect companion, complete with a…
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct just wrapped up, and not only did we get the final trailer, we were also treated to three brand-new cast reveals! Wart, from Super Mario Bros. 2 fame, will be voiced by the legendary Luis Guzmán. Issa Rae from Insecure will be…
Nintendo is teaming up with the LA Dodgers to promote the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in theaters next month. Set to release nationwide on April 1st, 2026, what better way to promote the film than with an exclusive collectible at a baseball game? Yeah, I’m not…
A new figma based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has been revealed over at Play-Asia. Titled “Link Tears of the Kingdom Ver. DX Edition,” the figure stands at a height of 150mm. Link will come with three faceplates: Standard, Smiling, and Shouting. He will…
We are getting closer and closer to the April 1st release date of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and we’re only a few days away from Mar10 Day on March 10th! To celebrate the occasion, Nintendo has announced that a final Super Mario Galaxy. Movie Direct will air on March…
