3D collectathon platformers occupy the same lane for me as comfort food or an AC/DC album. They’re reliable, and no matter how much time passes, I can always return to them and feel familiarity. Of course, the best 3D platformers that leave their mark on history end up feeling more…
Hamster Corporation has announced that the classic Namco arcade game Air Combat 22 will be heading to its Arcade Archives series for modern platforms. As the sequel to the industry defining Air Combat, Air Combat 22 expanded the gameplay by allowing players to select different aircraft to carry out their…
Limited Run Games is back with a brand-new lineup of merchandise based on a classic Sega title. To honor the 25th anniversary of Jet Set Radio, you can now get a whole slew of shirts, plushes, trading cards, and keychains to show your love for Beat and the crew. While…
March 2020 was a wild ride that I personally never want to repeat ever again. Yet, there was a major bright spot back then and it was the release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. In the coming weeks (and months), the Animal Crossing series skyrocketed in…
To mark 30 years since the release of Sonic the Hedgehog, the game’s original composer, Masato Nakamura, and his band Dreams Come True released a new remix of the iconic Green Hill Zone theme. Now we have a music video for the track, and it’s naturally filled with… green hills….
A legendary treasure from Capcom’s history is about to get a little attention today thanks to Ship to Shore PhonoCo.! None other than Power Stone, the Dreamcast arena fighter full of personality and transformations, is getting the vinyl soundtrack and cassette treatment. While its arrival was previously announced, all we…
After being announced back in March, Hobonichi Mother Project’s second Mother tribute book is almost ready to be released. Today the book’s cover and release date were shared, along with a list of contributors to the publication. Featuring art, comics, and thoughts from creators/fans; it’s a fantastic and fitting look…
Last month we discovered that select European pre-orders for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl would receive a figure of their respective boxed legendaries. Now, we have confirmation that Arceus will be getting in on the collectible fun. If you’re in the country and snag a pre-order for Pokémon Legends:…
Halloween is about a month and a half away, and while Pokémon Center stores in Japan were happy to announce their Halloween collection last month, Pokémon Center North America is now ready to show off what goods made the cut from abroad, but also what exclusives we’ll get! First up…
Today, Netflix officially announced who will be taking the mantle of Lara Croft in their upcoming Tomb Raider animated series. Hayley Atwell, famously known for playing Agent Peggy Carter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will be taking up the role of the British explorer in the near future. Hayley…
Rice may be power, but when it comes to a more eye-catching tribute to a certain spoiled goddess might we suggest plastic? The previously revealed Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Nendoroid is now available to pre-order from both GoodSmile and various import sites. Princess Sakuna herself is looking adorable, ready…
One of the big mysteries of Pokémon, dating back to the very original games, is the statue found in Pokémon Gyms. A unique design that was also used to depict certain types of Pokémon in the party menu, it has no obvious corrolation to a creature we know of –…
While certain aspects of Sonic Colors can be debated at length, most can agree that the game’s soundtrack is fantastic. Featuring an eclectic range of electronic beats and orchestral pieces, it’s quickly become one of the fan favorites, and now 21 songs are getting the vinyl treatment. That’s right, iam8bit…
Update (Tuesday, September 21st, 2021 at 12:40 p.m. PT): The wait is over! The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD collection is now available on Nintendo’s online store. The collection includes the following items: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Mug – $14.99 The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD…
As promised, a new series of online animations from the Pokémon Company has begun! Titled Pokémon Evolutions, it intends to recreate iconic moments from the game, and the first episode focuses on Sword & Shield’s dramatic finale with the spotlight shone on the Champion of Galar, Leon. Seven…
