3D collectathon platformers occupy the same lane for me as comfort food or an AC/DC album. They’re reliable, and no matter how much time passes, I can always return to them and feel familiarity. Of course, the best 3D platformers that leave their mark on history end up feeling more…
Hamster Corporation has announced that the classic Namco arcade game Air Combat 22 will be heading to its Arcade Archives series for modern platforms. As the sequel to the industry defining Air Combat, Air Combat 22 expanded the gameplay by allowing players to select different aircraft to carry out their…
Limited Run Games is back with a brand-new lineup of merchandise based on a classic Sega title. To honor the 25th anniversary of Jet Set Radio, you can now get a whole slew of shirts, plushes, trading cards, and keychains to show your love for Beat and the crew. While…
After releasing collab sets featuring Disney and Sailor Moon, ColourPop is starting the year with some help from Nook Inc. The cosmetics company based in California has announced today the ColourPop x Animal Crossing collection! We’re ready for an island adventure 🌴 #ColourPopxAnimalCrossing available on 01/28 at 10am pst…
It seemed as though the west was getting the short end of the stick when it came to pre-order bonuses for Mario’s latest outing on Switch. Earlier this week, Korean retailers revealed a stunning SteelBook, while Western retailers remained silent. Thankfully, Gamestop has now revealed their offerings, and while it’s…
Nintendo is busying restocking the Nintendo Store rewards section on the My Nintendo site! While leftovers of the Mario ornament and Holiday cards set have returned, there are two “new” additions to spend Platinum Points on. What was thought to be exclusive to Japan last year, the Super Smash Bros….
Nintendo is no stranger to selling useful merch emblazoned with its characters and worlds, and a handful of new items that they’ve recently released are especially useful. Available via the Tokyo Nintendo Store’s official site, these Japanese-exclusive home goods are so good, they would make Martha Stewart do a double-take….
Things seemed to be on track for Super Nintendo World’s planned opening at Universal Studios Japan next month on February 4th, with the release of a special Nintendo Direct alongside a few press events. Sadly, however, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused another postponement. With the Osaka prefecture entering a new…
Take note, classic Sonic fans — Sega Europe is opening pre-orders for a restock of First4Figures’ Sonic & Tails diorama figure, set to release in April of this year. The statue is going for a pretty price of £350/388€, and there are only a limited number in stock, so if…
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate may have the biggest and widest-reaching roster, but if any company knows crossovers it’s Capcom. Known for working with Marvel, SNK, Tatsunoko Productions, and more; they also weave their own series together fairly often. One look at Street Fighter V’s roster will show plenty of Final…
Just this morning we got the early news that Katy Perry will be collaborating with The Pokémon Company, and now we’ve learned a few more details about the celebrations, specifically from the merchandise side of things. As announced via a new press release, the company will be celebrating the full…
2021 marks Pokémon’s 25th anniversary, and People.com has seemingly accidentally revealed the next part of the celebrations accidentally. Namely, “P25 Music”, a program of musical collaborations which “will feature surprise global activations throughout the year.” The headliner is Katy Perry, of Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius fame, who states that she…
The part of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game that’s stuck the most these ten years has been the music. It did receive a vinyl pressing in the past and has been available on Spotify and more, but with the Complete Edition coming up there’s been no word on…
Completing the initial set made available last September, Nintendo has released details about the second Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary collectible pin set. First, let’s see the pins and the box in all their glory! A total of six pins make up this set, featuring Super Mario Sunshine,…
Amiibo lovers rejoice! Both the Bowser and Bowser Jr. amiibo will be receiving reprints in time for the release of Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury on February 12th! This fantastic news was shared in Nintendo’s press release concerning the game today: “Two new amiibo figures will…
