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,…
Well, folks, it finally happened. While browsing the My Nintendo amiibo section this morning, I spotted new pricing across all legacy amiibo. Figures that originally retailed for $15.99 are now listed at $19.99, and higher-tier amiibo like TotK Ganondorf, previously priced at $19.99, have jumped to a whopping $29.99. At…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
Well here’s a swell combo I would have never expected. Arby’s, known for their cardboard creations for games and anime (and their meats; they have them), is partnering up with Studio MDHR to bring none other than Cuphead to their Kids Meals. It's a good day for a swell…
Class is finally in session, but are you prepared with the latest gear Garreg Mach has to offer? Fire Emblem: Three Houses fans will be wanting to pick up these new tote bags, boots, and wallets. Whether your allegiances lie with the Black Eagles, Blue Lions, Golden Deer, or even…
Heads up and hats on, Trainers! Previously, The Pokémon Company had released plenty of plush hats and capes to coincide with the franchise’s 3DS releases and the Detective Pikachu feature film. While these items had gone missing in action for quite a while, the costume hats are finally back with…
2021 marks Sonic the Hedgehog’s 30th anniversary and we’re starting to see the first pieces of merch be announced to mark the occasion. This time around it’s something a little different – a lore book. Fans of the Sonic franchise will be aware of how messy the Sonic lore can…
UPDATE: They have arrived! Okay, well, most of Pokémon Center’s Halloween 2020 collection is available to purchase. Go visit PokémonCenter.com to order the Pokémon Pumpkin Party plushies and the Haunted Pokémon Village set! Sit tight for the rest of the collection (plush hats and home decor items) to materialize soon….
We finally have our first look at the contents that are included in Japan’s Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Treasure Box package! Check out the goods: Unfortunately, no North American equivalent has been revealed yet. Stay tuned though, and we’ll report with any details regarding a special edition…
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As celebrations for the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. pick up steam, a few more collaborations are popping up. In the case of this particular merchandise release, Super Mario Bros. themed Barbie Storytelling Fashion Packs are appearing on Amazon ahead of any announcement from Mattel and/or Nintendo. So yes,…
Some of the most eye-catching merch from Pokémon Centers are the Pokémon Trainers collections. They bring products like new plushes or holiday collections, which look to cater to fans of the Pokémon games and bring together Trainers, Gym Leaders, and more with some great new artwork. This time around the…
Hold it! You might already have your rebuttal in mind here – First 4 Figures? Those high quality but pricey collectibles? No need to tune in. However, may I present for the court’s consideration, a new piece of evidence that may sway your judgement: Both the Exclusive Edition…
This year marks Dynasty Warriors’ 20th anniversary and Koei Tecmo has been celebrating in a variety of ways. The latest way its showing the franchise some love is via the power of music, as over 700 Dynasty Warriors tracks have been added to streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and…
When it was first announced we learned that Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity would, like the previous Hyrule Warriors, receive a limited edition Treasure Box package in Japan. The contents were revealed, but now that sales have opened in Japan we have our first look at what exactly will…
