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…
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. Now,…
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…
It may be impossible to get greenlighted for release due to copyright reasons, but leave it to crafty Nintendo fans to bring incredible creations to the front page of the LEGO Ideas creation program time and time again. In the past, we have seen several LEGO Ideas make the rounds…
A quick line in the recent Super Nintendo World Direct from Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the park’s Power-Up Bands would function as amiibo. Instead of one time souvenirs, anyone visiting the Universal Studios Japan area will have a functioning Super Mario ‘figure’ that will stand out from the rest in…
Appletun is one of the best new Pokémon that Pokémon Sword and Shield gave the world. It is a living apple pie mixed with a smol dragon. Those little droopy bits? Those aren’t ears, those are eyes – amazing. It’s doing its best, and now you can savor that sweetness…
The Pokémon Company and Original Stitch have one more surprise this year. Following the release of Pokémon Bandanas and Pokémon Masks, this particular drop is a special, “free with purchase while supplies last” and utilizes patterns from the Kanto and Johto lines. Introducing, mini-pouches! Purchase a Pokémon Shirt…
If you wanna be the very best like no one ever was, you have to retain a clear vision. Eyewear company JINS has announced that they’re collaborating with The Pokémon Company to produce various franchise themed high-end glasses. JINS will have almost 50 different designs to choose from as early…
The Club Nintendo nostalgia is hitting hard today for My Nintendo members. Thanks to the newest batch of My Nintendo physical rewards, those who remember the previous program will be smiling. At long last, a physical, real desktop calendar featuring a slew of Nintendo characters has appeared (The Legend of…
As Shigeru Miyamoto guided us through today’s Super Nintendo World Direct, we were treated to the sights, sounds, and merchandise that awaits us at Universal Studios Japan. While we’ve seen some Super Nintendo World branded merchandise appear thanks to the Mario Café & Store that opened in October, today we…
Pokémon Shirts presented by Original Stitch has been busy adding new products and designs to its customizable collection – just in time for its upcoming 2nd anniversary too! Included in the recent wave of announcements was Pokémon Masks. Initially tested in Japan as a “free with purchase gift” at Pokémon…
Have you enjoyed owning any adorable plushies of sitting Pokémon in the palm of your hand trainers? Last year, The Pokémon Company continued to expand upon their Sitting Cuties lineup of soft products by adding every Johto region entry to the collection. Now in 2021, some of generation three’s fan-favorite…
Yesterday marked the 15th anniversary of a JRPG classic, and one of Bandai Namco’s best. Tales of the Abyss endeared itself to fans (both in and out of Japan) with its characters and core story, and now Kotobukiya is calling back to one of that game’s most memorable moments. …
When Sonic Rush launched back in 2005, it brought with it the all-new character Blaze the Cat, a princess from another dimension and keeper of the Sol Emeralds. Since then she’s appeared in several games as well as the comics, becoming something of a fan favorite. Now, she has her…
After a parade of Eeveelutions, Build-A-Bear has unveiled its next Pokémon plush — Dragonite! One of the most iconic out of Gen I, Lance’s signature partner can now be your extra huggable buddy. Currently, Dragonite is available in an online exclusive bundle. This features the 15″ tall plush,…
