I can’t believe we’re this eager to get Switch 2 news out, but Nintendo has shared a brief look at the Switch 2’s brand-new “C” button ahead of tomorrow’s Direct. On the Nintendo Today app, the latest hype video for the Switch 2 gave us a seven-second look at the…
In an astonishing turn of events, the ROM for BS F-Zero Grand Prix 2 Week 1 has finally been discovered and dumped for preservation. Over the weekend, LuigiBlood (famous for their preservation efforts and Nintendo Direct leaks) announced that they were finally able to secure a copy of the previously…
We’re less than 24 hours away from the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, and wow, what a spectacle this is shaping up to be! Not only are we expecting a launch date, game announcements, and pricing information, but we’re also getting not one, but two Treehouse events to look forward to…
A couple of years ago, a mobile game called PokéLand saw a beta test in Japan, before promptly vanishing and never really being mentioned again. Earlier today, however, a new Japanese website popped up re-revealing the game as Pokémon Scramble Rush in the region. That’s not all though – the…
With characters rolling in day after day, an even bigger update has come along for Fire Emblem: Three Houses. That is, the game’s official Japanese website opened up over the weekend, making for a convenient one-stop shop for the upcoming strategy game. While there’s no pertinent information or new details,…
The weekend before E3 has slowly turned into a massive pre-party for gaming fans over the last few years. Official events with announcements — like EA Play — happen, but so do small functions (gaming-themed concerts, industry parties, etc.). Nintendo has dabbled in hosting tournament-centric events during this same weekend…
While players on Switch will have to wait for winter, SNK’s revival of Samurai Shodown is nearly here for other consoles. Ahead of next month’s release, a trailer’s gone up to detail some points of the game, all of which are taken place as a prequel to the original Shodown….
We previously shared a partnership between Pokémon and shirt designer/retailer Graniph, which graced us with some stylish threads starring a handful of the original 151. Now even more are stepping out of the tall grass and are ready for Trainers, fans, and fashionistas to catch ‘em all. Leading them all…
The Japanese mascot business is truly wonderful — not just because it bequeathed the manic violence of Chiitan upon the human race, but because it allows for some truly nutty promotions and publicity stunts. Case in point — Geodude, the Pokémon known for funky proportions and popping up way too…
Each year to celebrate Mother’s Day, The Yetee hosts “Mother Day,” their own sale where they knock off the possessive S and pitch in with a host of EarthBound and Mother themed products. They’re continuing the trend this year, not only offering some other maternal themed items like a Baby…
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CoroCoro has revealed more information about the upcoming film Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution. New details about Armored Mewtwo confirm that the armor’s purpose is to suppress Mewtwo’s power, and that the armor’s appearance is exclusive to the movie. This info has squashed any hope that we might get to see…
With Dragalia Lost’s Fire Emblem crossover now over, it’s time for a new Summon Showcase. This new Showcase, Beauty in Motion, features Dragalia’s first alternate version of an existing character not to be exclusive to their initial summoning event with the brand-new Beautician Zardin. Having given up his traditional sword…
As E3 quickly grows closer, we’ve all been anticipating what’s to come during the presentation in June. Nintendo isn’t exactly waiting until then to share some news though! The company’s just announced that a Super Mario Maker 2 Direct will take place tomorrow. Considering the game will be releasing just…
Throughout the 2010’s there have been many rumors regarding a new live-action Mortal Kombat movie, but none of them came to fruition. A recent announcement by the Premier of South Australia and New Line Cinema, however, has confirmed that it’s finally happening. Premier announces action film “Mortal Kombat” will…
