From humble beginnings to a global empire, the Pokémon franchise has gone so far over the years. Yet despite the size of the throne the series sits on today, The Pokémon Company always makes time to celebrate the steps it took to get there. The amount of merchandise available seems…
In a bit of exciting news to brighten your day, legendary creator Shigeru Miyamoto has turned 72 years old today. While it technically hasn’t happened in the US just yet as his birthday is November 16th, 2024, it is the 16th over in Japan. For nearly 50 years now, Miyamoto…
Welcome to Part 4 of Our Deep Dive into the History of Amiibo! In today’s installment, we’re exploring the amiibo releases of 2016—a year that saw the introduction of new franchises, an influx of collectible cards, and some highly sought-after Japan-exclusive releases! Raise Your Shovels! The first amiibo release of…
Good news, Trainers! Pokémon GO Plus is coming on September 16th according to a post on the official Pokémon GO webpage. A detailed list of countries that will receive the device on the 16th has not been released. However, Niantic says “much of the world” will be receiving the accessory. Keep an…
This past weekend I had the distinct honor — and utmost pleasure — of covering PAX West 2016. It was not only the first PAX I had ever attended, but the first event I had ever covered in person as a member of the Nintendo Wire team. The heart and soul…
UPDATE 9/8/2016: The Pokémon Company has released the first official screenshot of the newly unveiled Oak. Samson Oak is the cousin of Professor Oak from Kanto and specializes in regional variants. Samson Oak does research on the regional variants that have taken root in the Alola region. He’s a cousin…
Earlier today, legendary game developer Shigeru Miyamoto made a surprise visit to the Apple iPhone keynote to announce that Mario would finally make his smartphone debut in the form of Super Mario Run for iOS. What was not made clear was where Android users fit in. Now, thanks to the folks…
Descendants of the Belmont clan may want to replenish their stocks of holy water as Dracula is set to rise again in the SNES classic Super Castlevania IV, coming to New 3DS Virtual Consoles tomorrow! Originally released back in 1991, Super Castlevania IV is best known for perfecting the classic…
Dust off your soccer cleats: Mario Strikers Charged is shooting onto Wii U Virtual Consoles tomorrow! Originally released back in 2007 on the Wii, Mario Strikers Charged is essentially soccer set in the Mario universe. Players battle on 17 interactive stadiums using Mega Strikes, Super Abilities and Skillshots in an…
A lone Wind Waker catcher is sailing through the Arcade today to help wrap up the final day of featured Zelda catchers. Fortunately it’s also today’s practice catcher, which is sure to help novice badge collectors nab that elusive mirror shield tucked away in the corner when eventually attempting the…
Niantic Labs, the creator of Pokémon GO, announced during today’s Apple Live Event that users will be able to play Pokémon GO on their Apple Watches this year. Pokémon GO on Apple Watch will heavily focus on the fitness aspect of the game and aims to deliver an alternative way…
In a surprise appearance during the Apple Keynote, Shigeru Miyamoto announced Nintendo’s next mobile game – Super Mario Run. It has since been confirmed that the game is part of the company’s DeNA partnership, and that it “represents the next phase of Nintendo’s expansion to mobile platforms”. In a press…
UPDATE: The official Super Mario Run website is now available. During a special iPhone 7 announcement event in San Francisco today, Apple threw a curveball when it welcomed Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto to the stage. Mario’s creator was on hand to unveil a brand new mobile game, developed by Nintendo, that…
More Nintendo news has been announced during Apple’s live event today. Niantic is bringing Pokémon GO to the Apple Watch! Here’s a list of highlights discussed: Trying to focus less on screen and more on what’s around you. The game is about exploration. There’s a heads-up gameplay display for GO. The…
UPDATE: The official Super Mario Run website is now available. Nintendo is bringing Mario to iOS! The Apple Event is taking place this very moment, and just a minute ago, the very Shigeru Miyamoto himself announced that Super Mario Run will be coming to iOS later this year. We’re currently…
