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…
With the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation less than a month away now, people are understandably very eager to learn more about the successor to the Switch. While more is known now than has ever been before, there has been little in the way of specific information made available quite yet….
An early rating has popped up on the Australian government’s classification site for the eagerly anticipated Breath of the Wild. The game has been marked as M, and while that may seem dramatic to North American readers it’s actually the same rating that was given to both Twilight Princess and…
Even though Pokémon Sun & Moon are already out that doesn’t mean the anniversary celebrations have to end, as evidenced by the continuing episodes of Pokémon Generations. This week’s episode, 14, continues to focus on Generation V and the exploits of Team Plasma, although this time around it’s based on…
During GameStop’s most recent financial conference call, the company’s executives had a lot of encouraging and optimistic things to say about Nintendo’s upcoming Switch. Citing polls of its Power-Up Rewards members, GameStop found that 27 percent of them were both aware of Nintendo’s new console and were also planning on…
Once again Nintendo of America is holding a massive Black Friday sale on both its Wii U and 3DS eShops, featuring up to 50% discounts on major games and smaller indie titles. All purchases will also still grant you some Gold Points for MyNintendo. Check out the full lists below…
With Pokémon Sun & Moon now on shelves and in our hearts, I decided a trip to the Pokémon Center was in order. I was greeted not only by the pre-existing plushes (with Rowlet completely sold out), but also a second wave of plushes, as well as plenty of brand…
Avoid the attack of those (Black) Friday monsters later this week by staying indoors and enjoying some sweet Level-5 discounts straight from the comforts of your living room! Those of you hoping to live fantasy lives as warriors and woodcutters or go on puzzling adventures with dapper gentlemen on the…
Several months ago, Niantic removed the ability to gauge how far away nearby Pokémon were from Pokémon GO, due to bugs in the feature. It then started testing a new Nearby feature in San Francisco, California, a way in which people could view which Pokéstop that the nearby Pokémon was…
Apprentice genies in training angry at Shantae’s delay back in September can stop whipping their hair into a frenzy: Half-Genie Hero has officially completed development! While no official release date has been given, WayForward has confirmed it’s submitted the game to Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo and Steam, and digital storefronts are…
Some brand-spanking new Animal Crossing catchers are visiting the Badge Arcade today, most notably Isabelle all dolled up as ol’ Saint Nick himself! Free play?: Not today, but maybe next year if you’re a good boy or girl. Practice catcher: All of today’s new Animal Crossing badges are moving…
UPDATE: We were lucky enough to capture Ditto while recording! Check out the video below! Good news, Pokémon trainers! Starting this evening, scores of people have discovered the mysterious transforming Pokémon Ditto. Those who have had the good fortune to capture it have confirmed that it was as simple as…
It’s that time of the year again, Nintendo fans. Black Friday is almost upon us (more like “Black Thursday” nowadays). And there are Nintendo deals aplenty at retailers across the country. To make things easier for you, we’ve created this handy Black Friday Buyer’s Guide outlining all of the deals…
Sega is continuing its celebrations for Sonic’s 25th anniversary with a massive eShop sale in North America, spanning both the Wii U and 3DS stores. Everything from retro classics to more controversial modern entries is accounted for. Here’s the full list: Wii U Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric – $14.99…
