Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom look like solid upgrades over their Switch 1 counterparts, but the majority of new features will be tied to a smartphone app called “Zelda Notes.” While we already know…
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,…
The human condition is filled with loss, pain and regret. Our brains are wired to look back on missed opportunities while we think “if only.” Perhaps no one understands such misgivings as much as Grant Kirkhope, who — while recently interviewed for the upcoming Mario + Rabbids game — regaled…
After months of waiting, the official Nintendo Switch Online app has rolled out to… let’s say “raving” reviews.The app will allow players to chat with one another during online play sessions, which is a real boon in games like Splatoon 2 where some coordination is key. But reports from those…
The Splatoon 2 launch celebration continues with Nintendo NY’s announcement of its exclusive apparel line hitting the store. A whole collection consisting of hats, sweaters and t-shirts tailored for both men and women have been designed to suit all of your squid kid needs. Inspired by Inklings and in-game specific…
Can you believe it? We’re only two days away from not only the launch of a boatload of brand new amiibo, but also the release of one of the most anticipated Switch games to date: Splatoon 2! In celebration of the occasion, Nintendo UK has just released a launch trailer…
Developers Crescent Moon Games, Blowfish Studios and We’re Five Games are bringing you a new title that’s sure to make a sublimely cosmic impression on you. Inspired by classics like Metroid Prime, Turok and Ratchet and Clank, Morphite is an atmospheric exploration sci-fi shooter with platforming elements that’s heading to…
Back in 2013 indie developer Pelikan13 began a kickstarter campaign for “90’s Arcade Racer“, which was soon picked up by publisher Nicalis for release on Wii U as well PC and mobile devices. Now, several years later and in light of the Wii U’s waning relevance, the team has decided…
Just a few hours ago the Nintendo Switch Online app finally hit app stores in preparation for the launch of Splatoon 2. Now, the app is functioning, with access to various sections opening up. That said, without Splatoon 2 there isn’t much you can actually do in the app just…
Out of the blue, Arc System Works has announced it will be publishing a ported puzzler on the Nintendo Switch tomorrow. Described as a “beat’em-up puzzle game”, Boost Beast was developed for smart devices back in 2015 by Arzest, the team behind Yoshi’s New Island and the imminent Hey! Pikmin….
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In anticipation for Friday, the Nintendo Switch Online app can now be downloaded on Android and iOS devices from the U.S. Google Play Store and App Store. There’s nothing too much beyond an intro to the app and a description of what it can be used for, as any attempts…
Update: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS have been updated to version 1.1.7 to support Cloud, Corrin and Bayonetta. Lucky amiibo fans have been getting some of this Friday’s Super Smash Bros. amiibo early. Redditor kimidorihanabura shared their latest addition — Bayonetta Player 2 amiibo (thanks to…
During a recent investor’s meeting, Ubisoft discussed that more Nintendo Switch software would be released by the company in the coming fiscal year according to a post on Neogaf. Inevitably, the thread has turned into a wild mass guessing game of what’s to come, and potentially when. If we follow…
