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…
Split Fiction, the latest co-op multiplayer game by developer Hazelight, launched on March 6th to critical acclaim. Shortly after launch, it was rumored that a movie adaptation was in the works for the game and we’ve now received confirmation on its existence, along with one of the stars as well…
You may or may not be familiar with the name Ryo Nagamatsu. The composer for Nintendo has handled a great deal of titles over the years, with a career stretching back to the days of the Wii. After well over a decade of working with the company, Nagamatsu has announced…
They say the only things in life that are guaranteed are death and taxes, but I believe a third item needs to be added to that list: major leaks of AAA Nintendo games. That’s right, folks! Batten down the hatches and stay alert because screenshots from a supposed leaked copy…
It’s official: Mario is a super hit! The Super Mario Bros. Movie has only been in theaters for 26 days, but it’s already set to cross the coveted $1 billion milestone at the worldwide box office on Sunday. (According to the Hollywood Reporter) This achievement puts Mario in the company…
With the imminent release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, it’s only natural to be in a Zelda mood – and the next Game Trial for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers is definitely following that rhythm. Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer, the Zelda-themed Crypt of the…
Are you a subscriber to Nintendo Switch Online who wants to snag a super stylish Breath of the Wild-themed icon for your Switch profile? The icons – some of the first for the service – are back for a limited time: #NintendoSwitchOnline members – ICYMI, now's your 2nd chance…
Woomy! With one week to go until festivities officially kick off, the voting for teams for the upcoming Legend of Zelda themed Splatfest in Splatoon 3 has begun. Just head to the Pledge Box in the Splatlands and pick either Team Power, Team Wisdom, or Team Courage. In-game voting for…
Lego has finally pulled back the curtain on four, brand new LEGO Donkey Kong Expansion sets, coming to the expansive LEGO Super Mario line on August 1st. And, it’s not just the DK Crew that are getting in on the Lego fun. Even Rambi the Rhino is getting his very…
Ever since Capcom began bringing the Mega Man series to modern platforms under the Legacy Collection banner, fans of the blue bomber were crossing their fingers for the RPG spin-off series Battle Network to get the same treatment. It took a while, but earlier this month the massive collection hit…
Just a couple of days ago Nintendo and Lego revealed the next big additions to the Lego Super Mario family – the DK Crew! Joining the previously confirmed Donkey Kong are Diddy, Cranky, Dixie, and Funky, and naturally they’re all going to come with their own sets. While we’ve yet…
EarthBound is a game infused with a very particular depiction of youth culture, being a 90’s Japanese game that pastiches 50’s Americana. And now some of that flavor bleeds into real life – for this year’s “Pleasure of Life” exhibition run by Hobonichi, the company will be revealing a lineup…
Cassette Beasts, one of the more intriguing monster taming games (AKA Pokémon-likes), has just hit PC, but there won’t be long to wait for Nintendo Switch owners to embark on a delightfully retro adventure. The game has a unique hook in that you don’t capture the monsters you battle, instead…
Might and Magic is one of the oldest RPG series around, finding its origins as a 1986 computer game, pioneering many genre staples and setting the stage for many sequels and spin-offs. One of the most unique off-shoots headed to the Nintendo DS courtesy of Capybara Games – Might &…
