There are more rumors surrounding the Switch 2 than any other console I can remember in recent memory. People are dying to know what Nintendo has planned for the successor to its most successful gaming device ever. In the first few weeks of 2025, we’ve heard so many claims about…
We kicked 2025 off with some sad news for fans of one of Nintendo’s biggest nostalgic properties. According to a ResetEra post by Kinda Funny Games present Imran Khan, the developers over at Next Level Games had reportedly put the Punch-Out series on ice. While the true reason seems to…
2024 has come and gone and with it, a slew of incredible games. Everything from RPGs, platformers and shooters to fighting, puzzle and simulation games, there was something for everyone. However, before we talk about the good, we do have to acknowledge the unfortunate, which are the continuing layoffs in…
It’s no stretch to say that Nintendo’s putting a lot of faith in ARMS, especially with a full tournament for the upcoming game taking the stage at E3. This eight player tourney will be half open, half invitational. Anyone attending E3 has a shot at one of the four open…
Over the past few months, it seems that Nintendo is investing more and more into competitive esports, featuring the concept strongly in the Switch reveal trailer and clearly gearing Splatoon 2 and ARMS towards a more hardcore crowd. The evidence keeps piling up, as the company today has launched a…
A handful of new photos providing glimpses of Nintendo’s E3 2017 booth surfaced today, courtesy of Twitter user Wario64. By the looks of it, Super Mario Odyssey will be present in a big way — judging by that massive New Donk City set piece on display, perhaps hinting towards the…
It’s no surprise that Pokémon is a merchandise machine, especially since the 20th anniversary celebrations kicked off last year. Now, the Pokémon Company Japan has shared a few new items that appeal to nostalgic fans and relative newcomers alike. First up is a Trainer Red Figma from GoodSmile. Announced back…
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is scheduled to make an appearance at this year’s E3, and in preparation the team at 505 Games has released a new trailer showcasing one of the game’s bosses, Bloodless. The game is expected to drop on the Nintendo Switch sometime in early…
Meet Team Blue Ringed Octolings, the 2017 AUNZ Splatoon Cup Grand Final champions. These four will be representing Australia and New Zealand’s competitive Splatoon scene and maybe will win the coveted prize, a Splatoon 2 trophy. SpongeBev, hailing from Melbourne, shared that his favorite game mode is Splat Zones. Wonder…
The close proximity to E3 means its leak and rumor season. Just two weeks ago we reported on Mario x Rabbids, but today’s rumor may be even bigger – Best Buy Canada has listed placeholders for three physical Switch games on its E3 hub. It’s worth noting that it doesn’t…
One part of ARMS that has stuck with many after the Directs and Testpunch is the game’s main theme – its sporty beat definitely sticks in the mind. Now, Nintendo has released a full music video for the song. Worth noting is the listed female singer behind the ooh’s and…
Bear with me here. Yes, the squids of Splatoon and water do not mix at all. We’ve all taken one too many dips at Mahi-Mahi Resort at the wrong time. For us humans and sea creatures outside of the digital world of Splatoon, though, water is pretty awesome. During the…
It might be hard to believe but Ever Oasis releases in North America and Europe in just two weeks, on June 23rd. As we get closer to launch, Nintendo is ramping up advertising for the upcoming 3DS JRPG. First up we have a new overview trailer courtesy of Nintendo UK,…
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First 7-11, and now Tower Records. It was teased last month that Tower Records would be doing something squid-related, but this goes beyond just music from the game. The game isn’t even out yet and Splatoon 2 is getting a ton of merchandise — if you’re in Japan that is!…
