Raid Battles made the jump from Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Sword and Shield) to Generation IX (Scarlet and Violet). While similar, the big difference this time around is the Terastal phenomenon, where Pokémon’s type can change to one of the 18 different types available in-game. Not to mention, Pokémon will receive…
The Duskbloods was one of the safest bets for a Nintendo Direct, and sure enough we got another brief look at FromSoftware’s upcoming Switch 2 exclusive during June’s presentation. Granted, it wasn’t the deepest or most comprehensive look, but it did have some pertinent pieces of info. For…
Just before highlighting a brand-new Xenoblade game, Nintendo announced that all three Xenoblade Chronicles games would be receiving Switch 2 Editions soon. Bringing improved visuals, better frame rates, and 4K resolution output, fans will now have the definitive versions of the beloved RPG series to take with them everywhere. In…
The soundtrack for Octopath Traveler was first announced for Japan back in April, and we were only given a glimpse of what it would provide excited RPG players at that time. Lucky for us, it looks like we now have even more information to give us an idea of what…
In recent years Nintendo has become a merchandising machine, with countless game accessories themed after the company’s various iconic brands. That said, audiophiles haven’t had much of a chance to flaunt their Nintendo affection, at least until now. The headset producers at Astro Gaming have announced the latest product out…
We were treated to some surprise news about Slime-san last month. The platforming title about some goo and his bird buddy was in the physical release pipeline over at Limited Run Games. We didn’t get any insight about the release date or what would be included back then — but…
Liar Princess and the Blind Prince released today in Japan, and while we’re still fervently waiting for the announcement of the game’s localization, its release has brought with it a batch of new merchandise that matches the title’s tawny storybook aesthetic perfectly. The goods include separate wood charms of the…
The good folks at Build-A-Bear have just confirmed that Jigglypuff is the latest Pokémon to grace its expansive collection of Poké plushes starting today. Jigglypuff will come in two varieties: a basic edition (seen above) that will retail for $28 and an online exclusive bundle that comes with a pop…
One of the big surprises from yesterday’s Pokémon 2018 Video Game Press Conference was the Poké Ball Plus. If you’re one of those players who’s been waiting to make a childhood dream a reality, the wait is over. The Pokémon Company has unveiled the Poké Ball Plus, a…
In an almost cruelly timed announcement, Build-A-Bear has tweeted that they will be revealing “more Pokémon fun” in two days on May 31. On 5/31, get ready for more #Pokemon fun! Let a fellow Pokémon Trainer know and join us soon for the big reveal! pic.twitter.com/mg7uucjHHy — Build-A-Bear Workshop…
The upcoming Splatoon figma has gotten a new coat of paint and some fresh looks from fans at Mega Hobby Expo. Check it out: It’s not the only Squidkid around though, as a deluxe version of the figure will include accessories and colors to replicate the Splatoon 2 Inkling Girl….
If you’re making it out to the Belasco Theater this June for Nintendo’s Splatoon 2 and Super Smash Bros. tournaments, make sure to have your My Nintendo account at the ready. By getting your unique QR code scanned you can claim some event only goodies once per day, while supplies…
While the games and merchandise were the stars of the show, one of the most reliably great parts of Kirby’s 25th Anniversary celebration were the special illustrations that were released regularly via Twitter. Mostly released on holidays and sometimes just for the fun of it, these Dream Land drawings were…
It’s been quite some time since we’ve covered the comings and goings of Project Eevee. The event initially debuted with the larger than life costume of Eevee and celebrated the entire Eeveelution, and it looks like Eevee’s been a bit busy since then. Back in March, the group behind Project…
Japan is a country of many things, and one of them is cute, superfluous accessories. Cable Bites just one of these things: they’re little animals or characters that clip around around your phone’s charging cable to look like they’re biting onto your phone. Joining the existing lineup will be Nintendo’s…
