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….
August is here and that means Nintendo Switch Online has refreshed its monthly assortment of icon elements. This time around the spotlight is shining on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, with a particular focus on the Booster Course Pass DLC. Redeem your #MyNintendo Platinum Points to collect custom icons from…
Parting is such sweet sorrow… Though Super Smash Bros. Ultimate wrapped development, DLC, and events a while back there was still one regular source of content for the game. Director Masahiro Sakurai’s Twitter feed has shared screenshots of the game daily for years now, ranging from the unabashedly cool to…
Oh Tetris 99, my old friend. The puzzle royale has been a staple of Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions, letting players put their block stacking and line clearing skills to the test against the world for free. Nintendo themes have been a common incentive, usually tying into new game releases, but…
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…
It’s been a week since Niantic began to roll out the new Daily Adventure Incense feature in Pokémon GO. For Trainers who weren’t selected during this first round, you’ll be pleased to know it’s now available for everyone! Niantic made the announcement today on the official Pokémon GO Twitter account…
Video game music is taking center stage for the first time in tonight’s BBC Proms! Announced back in April of this year, it’s finally time for Prom 21: Gaming Prom – From 8-Bit to Infinity to showcase a collection of video game music at the Royal Albert Hall in central…
Celebrate summer in style in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp! The mobile game’s monthly set of events has restarted yet again and features tropical and seaside-themed furniture and clothing rewards. Nintendo released an overview on their site detailing what’s on the calendar for August 2022 last week. For longtime players, yes, that…
Any fans of either Pokémon GO or the trading card game can find common ground on August 14th, when select retailers will have limited-time PokéStops for players to spin. To celebrate the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Pokémon GO expansion, some retailers will have a PokéStop only on August 14th. In…
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 has arrived, offering up yet another massive adventure for Nintendo Switch owners and RPG fans alike. Though it has its own story and cast of characters, there are definite connections to past titles — one of which can be yours right away with a little help from…
Summer is here, bringing the heat wherever you might be – even near Dream Land! A new animated short has been shared for Kirby and the Forgotten Land that’s all about the season’s more exhausting side. Poor Kirby and Waddle Dee are really feeling it, until they come across a…
With Xenoblade Chronicles 3 finally out for the Nintendo Switch, there’s no better time than to take part in My Nintendo rewards themed to the role-playing phenomenon. Up for grabs through the service is a new printable aimed to pretty up your physical copy of the just-released third installment. …
It’s almost time for more news on our next Pokémon adventures as Pokémon Presents will return on August 3rd, 2022! We’re set to get updates on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, naturally, but there’ll also be updates on Pokémon apps too. We’ll be sure to bring you all the…
