When one thinks about the video games with the best music out there, a lot of times RPGs are the first to come to mind. Of course, once RPGs with good music come to mind, Final Fantasy will inevitably follow. Arguably being the face of the genre, Final Fantasy tends…
In the nearly 30 years the Pokémon franchise has existed, it has grown to become a globe-spanning empire. Beyond even the video games themselves, Pokémon has a wide array of content to enjoy. One of the most popular is the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which has been carrying along since…
Raid Battles made the jump from Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Sword and Shield) to Generation IX (Scarlet and Violet). While similar, the big difference this time around is the Terastal phenomenon, where Pokémon’s type can change to one of the 18 different types available in-game. Not to mention, Pokémon will receive…
Just this weekend I was telling my sister-in-law that Breath of the Wild is a game where you can ask yourself any question starting with the words “Do you think I can… ?” And the answer will be yes 90% of the time. Now, there’s always that other 10% where…
Nintendo Japan has released three brand new gameplay trailers for the upcoming Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia. Each trailer focuses on something a little different, with one giving us a look at the story, another focusing on gameplay, and the last trailer providing us with a bit of both….
Even more information about the upcoming Mega Man animated series has been released just one day after the news of the show’s delay and its move from Disney XD to Cartoon Network. The series is being developed by by DHX Media with Ben 10 creators Man of Action Entertainment writing…
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild received its first post-launch patch on the Switch and Wii U last week, presumably fixing a good chunk of the calamitous frame rate issues blighting Hyrule. Thanks to the good folks over at Digital Foundry, we now have official confirmation of that…
Breath of the Wild’s open world experience has been embraced and praised by fans and critics over the last few weeks, ever since the release of the game. And while it comes to no surprise, we can’t help but totally bask in the greatness of the vast wildlands that are…
Just a friendly reminder that Lego City Undercover launches on the Nintendo Switch today! Join the chase by taking up the role of Chase McCain, a police officer who needs to go undercover while in hot pursuit of Rex Fury, a criminal mastermind who recently escaped prison. Unlike previous Lego…
Nintendo, like many companies, has naturally been quiet when it comes to divulging the manufacturing cost of the Switch. All we knew up until now was that the company refuses to sell the system at a loss as was the case with the Wii U, in an effort to recoup….
Those wanting to get an idea of how the Nintendo Switch eShop is doing in terms of sales are in luck – the service now lists the “Best Sellers” in a brand new category. While specific numbers aren’t shared, it puts into perspective how each game is performing. Should come…
Well this is a surprise! After yesterday’s confirmation of Samurai Shodown IV for the European Switch eShop next week, another Neo Geo classic has slipped under the radar, releasing this week no less – Alpha Mission II. A vertical shooter released in 1991, Alpha Mission II is the second and…
Welcome to the Daily Wiretap! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo news this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. To help make ingesting all these meaty stories easier than Kirby hopped up on Miracle Fruit, we’ve compiled…
Shin Megami Tensei games can always be a bit tricky to approach from the outside, what with their complex plots and morally gray characters. Usually they’re rooted in fantasy and myth, though occasionally they’ll dip into science fiction territory. Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey on the DS was one of…
Nicalis’ worst kept secret has finally been confirmed – Cave Story+ is heading to the Nintendo Switch! The port will feature upgraded HD graphics, seven play modes including a Boss Rush, 15 levels, over 20 boss battles, four endings and ten weapons. Check out the first assets: Like Nicalis’…
