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…
Initially released for the Nintendo Wii in 2010 (followed by a Nintendo 3DS port in 2013 and a digital release for the Nintendo Wii U in 2015 and 2016), Donkey Kong Country Returns will now be getting a high-definition version for the Nintendo Switch. Launching on Thursday, January 16th, 2025,…
Just in time for the holiday season, Build-A-Bear has released a new Riolu plush bundle! Let’s look at what you’ll get to decorate the adorable Fighting-type. You’ll receive the Riolu plush, coming in at 16 inches tall, along with a cute Premier Ball-themed hoodie. Each Riolu also includes five different…
To many on-lookers it may seem like the toys-to-life genre is in a rough spot, with the recent cancellation of the Disney Infinity project making many question the fate of the other major players, like Lego Dimensions. In a recent Polygon interview with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment producer Doug Heder,…
Help me determine the custom moveset to make this Custom Knuckles amiibo Card best represent the spirit of the character! Let’s Unlock Mii V Mii – Season 2: https://www.patreon.com/MiiTJ Support my content on Patreon, and to show my thanks I’ll send you a Custom Mii Fighter amiibo Card like the…
Pokémon GO is no doubt a cultural phenomenon right now. You can’t step outside without (quite literally) bumping into someone attempting to catch ‘em all, and chances are you’ve at least dabbled with the fledgling app at least once since its release just a few short weeks ago. With that…
Welcome to the Character Column! Each week, I’ll be taking a look at a different character from Nintendo’s long and esteemed history, and I’ll analyze what makes them interesting, nuanced, or just plain memorable. Whether they’re heroes, villains or NPCs, I’ll explain why they deserve respect or love from the…
Prima has partnered with Nintendo to create the best history book you’ll ever read! Playing with Power: Nintendo NES Classics features 320 pages of art, interviews, commentary and in depth detail on 17 beloved Nintendo games. Exclusive embossed slipcase holds this hardcover tome in a clever package that resembles a…
Best Buy’s Early Access Event for its Black Friday in July sale has ended, opening savings on a number of Nintendo titles to the general public. Star Fox Zero, Xenoblade Chronicles X and others are now available to non-My Best Buy members for up to 50% off their original listing…
There’s a massive sale happening in the North American eShop all this week celebrating the 25th anniversary of everyone’s favorite blue blur, Sonic! Be sure to pick up a multitude of 3DS and Wii U games at steep discounts up to 60% off from now until July 28th. My personal…
Now Pokémon GO has finally launched in Japan, and is already the country’s highest grossing iPhone app, Nintendo’s investors are likely more eager than ever to hear the company’s response to the smash hit spin-off. It turns out, however, that Nintendo is erring on the side of caution, and won’t…
Celebrate this morning’s kick-off of the final Splatfest with Callie, Marie and other Splatoon badges! Check out what’s new below! Free play?: No, you slimy hipster! Practice catcher: It’s the final day for all the Monster Hunter Generations and Mario Kart 8 badges currently available! If any of those have…
It’s been a fantastic year to be a toy collector! Earlier today, the folks over at Good Smile have started to tease a few of the items they will be showing off at Summer Wonder Festival later this month. One of these items is a brand new Figma of Princess Zelda from Twilight…
The Pokémon news keeps on coming: Serebii.net has announced all-new information about the upcoming Pokémon Sun and Moon will be revealed on August 1st. What sort of information will be released is currently unknown, but fans should expect the news to arrive at 6:00 a.m. PST/9:00 a.m. EST. Pokémon Sun…
It looks like things are getting downright tropical over at the Pokémon Center! A brand-new (though somewhat small) line has been released featuring everyone’s favorite Flower Pokémon: Bellossom! With dark colors and vibrant reds and blues, these tropically-themed floral designs are very sharp and classy looking — a far cry…
