Yesterday’s reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 told us that Nintendo has a new console on the horizon. That’s not meant to be a punchline, either: the reveal only told us that a new console is happening. There was a glimpse of a new Mario Kart and astute viewers can…
For the last few years, when rumors of a Switch successor would pop up, it was always labelled as the Switch 2. Nobody knew what it was actually going to be called, but Switch 2 was a quick shorthand for saying “Nintendo’s next console” or “the successor to the Nintendo…
After the surprise drop of a Switch 2 reveal teaser, the internet was set ablaze with the information that the Switch successor is actually real and is coming sometime this year. Since it would be incredibly silly to unveil the new console and not give any information, the teaser ended…
A few days ago we reported on a sighting of a brand-new addition to the Build-a-Bear Pokémon family – Piplup. Now we have confirmation that it’s real, and there are a few bonus goodies available, too. Check out the gallery below: Build-A-Bear’s online store in the UK is…
The next adventure for Yooka and Laylee isn’t looking like a video game sequel, as Dreamprism Press is taking the duo for a spin on paper. Currently, $10,000 shy from reaching their goal, the graphic novel Yooka-Laylee and the Kracklestone is looking to become a reality for 2019. With five…
Build-A-Bear has been enjoying a solid relationship with The Pokémon Company lately, with several of the franchise’s most iconic creatures popping up in workshops across the world. Now it looks like another Pokémon is joining the family – Piplup. Piplup Pokémon bear to release at Build-A-Bear workshop pic.twitter.com/pZcV7RVcVK —…
Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo news this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. To help make ingesting all these meaty stories easier than Kirby hopped up on Miracle Fruit, we’ve compiled a…
America may be getting some Pokemon in their Happy Meals, but it looks like it’s not the only series putting a smile on. Now available in McDonald’s locations across Japan, Super Mario toys are available! Some of these have found their way into similar promos in the US or UK,…
New products continue to roll out in the Pokémon Center. Yesterday, we saw the introduction of the Unown Artifacts collection and the Sitting Cuties plush series announced for the US Pokémon Center. And just today we already got word of the colorful pop merch hitting Japan locations in November. Up…
Some super cute and eye-catching products will be hitting the Pokémon Center in Japan come November 10th. Colorful pieces of merchandise featuring the likes of Pikachu, Gengar, Jigglypuff, Lapras, and other familiar faces will be available for purchase! If you’re getting tired of all the autumn themed gear that’s been…
There’s no such thing as too many Pokémon plushes, that’s for sure — and the Pokémon Center knows that! Fans, it’s time to gather ’round, because we’ve got an extra cute treat for you today: a whole new plush collection called Sitting Cuties is on the way. Comprised of…
Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo news this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. To help make ingesting all these meaty stories easier than Kirby hopped up on Miracle Fruit, we’ve compiled a…
The Gen II Pyschic-type Pokémon Unown has fallen in the spotlight over at the Pokémon Center. Up for sale are four new products made to adorn your home and wardrobe for the chilling weather that’s overcome a good portion of the world for autumn. Even the color palette screams fresh…
ThinkGeek is once again bringing Nintendo fans a pretty fantastic treat, this time with a focus on the ever lovable and spooky Boo from Super Mario. If you’ve been dreaming up a way to relish in the season of Halloween, the gigantic Book bean bag chair — exclusive to GameStop…
McDonald’s has been no stranger to Pokémon partnerships, with plenty of toys and even Pokémon GO promotions in Japan. Now a new wave of Happy Meal prizes have made their debut, and they’re all Legendaries! So much for rarity, as every Happy Meal purchase will get you one of…
