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…
Split Fiction, the latest co-op multiplayer game by developer Hazelight, launched on March 6th to critical acclaim. Shortly after launch, it was rumored that a movie adaptation was in the works for the game and we’ve now received confirmation on its existence, along with one of the stars as well…
As part of today’s Nintendo Direct, i.e., the final Switch-era stream, there was a surprise announcement of two previously PlayStation-exclusive games getting new ports to other platforms. Being distributed by Bandai Namco, Patapon 1+2 Replay will bring the 4K remastered versions of the first two Patapon games to PC, Nintendo…
“HUH???” “Did they actually… There’s no way” “Is this really it…?” “The Tomodachi Life guy on Twitter is going to lose his MIND” There’s no point in burying the lede. The above is just a tiny peek into not one, but several different group chats that I’m a part…
Nearly four years ago now, a remake of the iconic Dragon Quest III using the HD-2D style was announced for the first time. It would take until last year to hear anything more about it, when finally it was revealed when the game would arrive. Little did anyone know though,…
One month ago, we received more news on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the newest title in the Pokémon series. In a surprise announcement, we received more news in today’s Nintendo Direct, explaining the mysterious symbol shown at the end of the Pokémon Presents. A day/night cycle was teased and we have…
As the countdown for the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation marches on, few were expecting an announcement of a separate Nintendo Direct just a week prior. However, that’s exactly what happened; a new Direct was announced out of nowhere yesterday, and brought heaps of brand-new information for the original Nintendo Switch….
It was starting to look like the Switch, a console that has delivered on nearly every Nintendo franchise of note, would be skipping the quirky charms of Rhythm Heaven. Thankfully today’s Nintendo Direct delivered by announcing Rhythm Heaven Groove, the first new entry in the series in over ten years….
As the final announcement for today’s Nintendo Direct, Nintendo has revealed a brand-new app for smart devices! Titled Nintendo Today!, this new app will bring news on Switch and Switch 2 games daily, as well as functioning as a daily calendar and pushing content to you such as news, videos,…
It feels like the endgame is truly here! With just days to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, we now have confirmation that the first retailer is gearing up for pre-orders. Best Buy Canada announced in a blog post this morning that it will begin accepting…
It’s finally here! The March 27th Nintendo Direct is about to begin, delivering 30 minutes of exciting game announcements for the Nintendo Switch. The event starts at 7 a.m. PT / 10:00 a.m. ET — catch the live stream below and stay with Nintendo Wire for full-day coverage of all…
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble has announced a brand-new DLC, a collaboration with the one and only Pac-Man! In celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Pac-Man series, Banana Rumble will have new maps, items, and a special ball for the yellow glutton himself. Bananas will turn into pellets, banana…
With the recent shutdown of Multiversus and Warner Bros.’ general disdain for anything fun, this latest rumor is sure to aggravate a ton of people. According to the Sacred Symbols podcast host, Warner Bros. San Diego had begun production of a Mario Kart-like kart racer featuring its iconic characters towards…
To the surprise of almost everyone, Nintendo will be holding one final Nintendo Switch-centric Direct tomorrow, March 27th, 2025. With the full unveiling of the Switch 2 still scheduled for April 2, 2025, that means this Direct will be less than one full week before we learn about the Switch…
