As time marches ever forward, I’m beginning to have this bizarre sensation of writing retrospectives for films, games, and consoles that I was alive for the launch of. Released on November 18th, 2001, in the US, the Nintendo GameCube came at an exciting time for the games industry. Even to…
Here we go! Let’s take a look at the nominees for the 2024 Game Awards. While Nintendo doesn’t have an entry in the Game of the Year category this year, it currently holds three out of five nominees for Best Family Game, where the company has historically been the favorite…
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…
The Kirby Café Summer has been ongoing all throughout July, with fun and refreshing menu items to brighten guests’ days. Now some brand-new goods and a takeout treat have been added as well, ranging from practical to the utter superfluousness of finger puppets. Kirby, Waddle Dee, and Chef…
Even with just the base game, Wood Oak City was never going to be the same. Streets of Rage 4 is a retro beat ’em up revival done right, and anyone who’s already punched their way through might want to limber up for one last brawl. The previously detailed Mr….
This week saw a new story trailer unveiled for Shin Megami Tensei V, but that doesn’t mean the daily demon showcases were put on pause. Another assortment of akashic additions were brought into the world, ready to join the Nahobino in their crusade through what remains of Tokyo. Among them…
You know what your bed needs? A Gigantamax Snorlax plushie to keep you warm and cozy at night, as well as to ensure you’re safe from the Gigantamax Gengar plushie in the corner of your room… which you also need. Though when you think about it, by the laws of…
Monster Hunter Rise has gotten its regularly scheduled Event Quest, but another free download has been introduced. Coming next week will be a special Palamute for players to download and hunt with. With a name (and color) likely inspired by Zinogre, this DLC is based on Rise director Yasunori Ichinose’s…
It’s hard out there for amiibo collectors. Pre-orders sell out instantly, scalpers are around every corner, and now… shipping delays?! You heard that right! Nintendo has confirmed to IGN that the Zelda & Loftwing amiibo were impacted by shipping delays, resulting in only a small potion of stock on launch…
The official Sonic the Hedgehog YouTube channel has released a new series celebrating the Blue Blur’s 30th anniversary, called Sonic Rings. The series focuses on Sonic superfans who have spent their lives playing and celebrating all things fast. The first episode features Jirard “The Completionist” Khalil. Khalil recounts his history…
Monster Hunter Stories 2 is just wrapping up its first week of availability but has already released its first free content update. We loved the base game as-is, but if you thought the series needed more Palamute then Capcom has just the thing for you. As can be…
Here we go again! Earlier today, Nintendo announced that pre-orders for their upcoming OLED version of the Nintendo Switch would be going up for pre-order at major retailers this afternoon. To really no one’s surprise, pre-orders for the revised hybrid came and went in mere minutes, selling out at Best…
Metroid Dread has been a long, long, long time coming. Nintendo seems more invested in promoting this awaited sequel, with the Switch OLED and two new amiibo launching the same day. Leading to that point have been regular batches of information, which brings us to today’s Metroid Dread Report. Vol….
NISA fans may be grinding through the outlandish netherworlds of Disgaea 6, but come early 2022 things will be a bit more somber. The company has announced their plans to release The Cruel King and the Great Hero next year, debuting a trailer that sets the stage for this grim…
Summertime’s the right time when it comes to gacha games, with waves of events and summons rolling in to take advantage of people’s precious vacation days. Dragalia Lost is no different, with a new Gala Remix showcase now available that’s joining in with the ongoing 1,000 Day Anniversary celebrations. Up…
