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,…
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…
At the end of Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out, there’s a special global event that all Trainers can partake in. Not quite a GO Fest or Tour, the GO Wild Area event is pulling some inspiration from the Safari Zone, but with a spotlight on Electric- and Poison-type Pokémon….
Dragalia Lost’s Mega Man event begins in just a matter of hours, with the blue bomber expected to blast into the Halidom at 10:00 p.m. PT on November 28th! To get everyone hyped up for his arrival, Nintendo Mobile has released a new video that is sure to play on…
Hopefully, you have plenty of friends in Pokémon GO, because Niantic has announced the first-ever “Friend Fest”! This is a celebration of all things related to Pokémon GO and friendship. Starting today, you’ll gain a 1/2 Stardust trade cost, two special trades per day, and an attack boost when raiding…
‘Tis the season for snow, pretty lights, and gifts galore, especially in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp! Flurry’s powdered cookie is bringing campers delightful wintry furniture and clothing items. From the illuminated candle path to the angelic robe, you can easily turn your entire camp and all its residents into a…
Mobile game Pokémon Masters will be adding some popular characters to its playable line-up, including Giovanni & Mewtwo, Cynthia & Garchomp, and Lance & Dragonite, plus festive, holiday versions of existing ones and brand-new game modes. The news was revealed in a YouTube video title “A Message from the Pokémon…
Dragalia Lost is about to host its second crossover event, with Mega Man himself arriving in the Halidom. As previously announced, fans who participate in the event enough will receive Mega Man as an adventurer guaranteed – no summoning required. That doesn’t mean there won’t be unique rewards to earn…
It’s been a year of growth and change in Pokémon GO, with plenty of new features and Pokémon to catch, but something that hasn’t changed is the fun of venturing out for Community Day events. Just like last year, Niantic is wrapping up 2019 by bringing back every featured Community…
The latest Mario Kart Tour event, the “Winter Tour,” has gone live in-game, adding three new characters, one new course, and several new karts and gliders. Mario (Santa), Pink Gold Peach, and Black Shy Guy make their Mario Kart Tour debuts alongside the DK Pass course from Mario Kart DS….
Two paid subscription plans are coming to Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp in the form of the “Pocket Camp Club,” with shared and exclusive benefits to both. Subscribers to the “Happy Helper Plan” and the “Cookie & Depot Plan” will receive greatly-reduced crafting times (amenities that usually take 24 hours to…
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With the “Paris Tour” event winding down, Nintendo has announced the “Winter Tour” will be headed to Mario Kart Tour alongside a new course and drivers Pink Gold Peach, Mario (Santa), and Black Shy Guy. The news comes from a YouTube video upload titled “Mario Kart Tour News, Vol. 3…
At least two paid subscription services will be launching in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, with both dubbed the “Pocket Camp Club.” The news was announced via an in-game alert, with more information said to be coming in videos on November 20th, 2019. “In one plan, you’ll be able to appoint…
Even though Pokémon Sword and Shield just launched, that money-making behemoth callee Pokémon GO still has plenty of gas in the canister. This weekend, players will be able to take part in a new Community Day featuring Chimchar, everyone’s favorite fire ape. The event will be tomorrow, November 16, from…
