Racing onto Nintendo Music this week, we have Mario Kart 64! First released back in 1996, Mario Kart 64 went on to become the second best-selling game on the Nintendo 64. MK 64 introduced many new aspects to the franchise, such as unique tracks, weight classifications, iconic items like the…
In a rather odd turn of events, it has come to light that the soon to be released Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will not feature an upgrade path from Switch 1 to Switch 2. Square Enix revealed the news on the game’s official website, which features an…
One of the biggest additions to the Nintendo Switch 2 is the introduction of GameCube titles to the Classics collection. GameCube titles, as well as 64, SNES, NES, and GBA titles, are available via emulator on the console itself. Even with a limited library, Nintendo Switch 2 owners have been…
Mama Mia! Nintendo of America has given us a fresh look at the latest LEGO Super Mario Adventure Set! You can order series 2 of all the LEGO Super Mario sets right here.
With the Hoenn region joining the massive pattern library of Pokémon Shirts presented by Original Stitch next month, there’s a particular trio cutting ahead in line and wanting to celebrate the Pokémon franchise’s 25th anniversary! The Galar region’s starter trio – Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble – have been added to…
It’s almost that time of year again for Japanese merchandise manufacturers to reveal their latest toys and collectibles at Wonder Festival. The Winter 2021 event was scheduled to go ahead in-person this February, but due to the recent state of emergency being declared across Japan, it was cancelled earlier this…
Ahead of Monster Hunter Rise’s release, Capcom is releasing more details about various pre-order bonuses and store campaigns celebrating the series. Recently, Capcom Japan shared its digital download card bonuses at convenience stores 7-11 and Lawson. Yet, there’s something extra special happening at 7-11 stores across Japan, and it includes…
Before Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury arrives, everyone’s favorite plumber is making a quick stop at Japanese 7-11 stores. Guy’s gotta eat, right? Thankfully a new snack will be sold across the country that aims to capture the essence of Nintendo’s main man — introducing Mario’s Mix Roll!…
RPGs are often so rich as to be like fine dining experiences, and Square Enix is feeding into that previously unheard analogy in a big way — if you order Bravely Default II from Best Buy, you’ll get a snazzy coaster and placemat to go with it, in case you…
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…
