Nintendo has launched firmware 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch and introduced its recently unveiled “Virtual Game Card” system to its console. Launching ahead of the Switch 2 this summer, Virtual Game Cards are exactly what they sound like: the ability to treat digital games as cards you can share with…
Fans of the Donkey Kong franchise are likely aware of the infamous “DK Rap” from Donkey Kong 64. Conceived as something of a goof to start off DK’s first 3D outing, the theme was written and composed by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope after being implored by designer George Andreas from…
Another day, another rumor about the Switch 2. While we at least know the console is releasing very soon and that Nintendo is gearing up for a pretty big launch, there are still some things about the console that remain uncertain. One such question is whether or not the Nintendo…
There was a lot to get excited over in the Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope reveal trailer, be it the unholy union of Rabbid and Luma that is a Spark or the appearance (and attitude) of Rabbid Rosalina. Those two weren’t the only Super Mario Galaxy nods there, though,…
Brawlhalla is no stranger to crossovers with famous universes from gaming and pop culture. From Shovel Knight to Adventure Time, the variety of characters that have been featured in this fighter is beginning to rival that of Fortnite and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. A radical new group of characters was…
Ubisoft’s long-running dance video game series, Just Dance, appeared during Ubisoft’s E3 2021 presentation today. With the series getting yearly releases, it wasn’t a major surprise to see Just Dance 2022 announced, but welcomed just the same. Followed by the title announcement, Todrick Hall appeared on screen to confirm his…
Warning: Devolver Digital’s E3 presentations have a history of showing over-the-top violent imagery. Do not watch this stream unless you are 18+ are older. Devolver Digital returns to E3 2021 with another chapter in their surreal satire about the video game industry and community. Their highly NSFW presentation will…
After a — let’s call it an early glimpse at the followup to Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle — Ubisoft has fully debuted Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. We’ve got more Mushroom Kingdom themed Rabbids, more unique weapons, and plenty of stars to look forward to in this welcome…
During today’s Guerilla Collective Showcase, IDoz and Humble Games had some promising pixels to share. This isn’t the first time we’ve gotten a look at the upcoming spell hell game Archvale, but the latest glimpse of its projectile spam and multiplayer madness has it seeming like a hexin’ good time. …
Today’s Wholesome Direct livestream was quite the serotonin booster, and left a lot of us here wishing we could play a number of the games that were shown right now. Fortunately for all of us, one of the titles featured in today’s showcase, Beasts of Maravilla Island, is playable now…
Next up for E3 2021 is a presentation from the mainstay that is Ubisoft. It’s at this point that we’d share some speculation as to what could be unveiled for Switch, but Nintendo already spilled the beans there, confirming Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope ahead of time. Still, there’s…
Ghostrunner, the futuristic parkour slash-em-up from All In! and 505 Games launched last year to critical acclaim. This Cyberpunk platformer combined fluid platforming and combat with a tale of corruption and revenge that has made it a fan-favorite in the parkour subgenre. During today’s Guerrilla Collective livestream, 505 Games announced…
The Tribeca Film Festival has included video games into its lineup over the years, but it’s taking on new heights in 2021. Starting with the very first Tribeca Games Award, the eight games selected for this showcase appeared in today’s Tribeca Games Spotlight. Hosted by the official YouTube channel for…
It’s easy to get lost in the rabble of AAA games at this time of the year, so it’s always nice to sit back and relax with something decidedly more relaxing. That’s where the Wholesome Direct comes in, and it’s promising over 70 “new game reveals, exclusive trailers, and developer…
Well, this is earlier than anticipated. Mere hours ahead of Ubisoft’s press conference, Nintendo has put up a listing for a new Mario + Rabbids game, subtitled Sparks of Hope. We only have a handful of screenshots right now, as well as a description. The game will feature “Mario,…
