Over the past 15 years, most of the Super Mario cast has remained pretty similar in appearance. Ever since the New Super Mario Bros. era of games, the looks of the characters have been fairly standardized. In recent times, however, they’ve begun to experiment once more. From Super Mario Bros….
As we continue to soldier through this period of civilization where every company attempts to make “AI” a thing, Epic Games recently added a Darth Vader chatbot to Fortnite that utilizes an AI-generated version of James Earl Jones’ voice. While it does sound rather authentic (consent was given by Jones’…
Nintendo has revealed the first batch of games that will be receiving a free update on the Nintendo Switch 2. These updates will either upgrade the graphics, add new features such as GameShare, or both. Check out the list below to see which games will be getting an update and…
We’re getting closer and closer to the September 26th release date of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Nintendo is cranking up the excitement with a brand new animated commercial in Japan. Unlike other trailers that feature gameplay and cutscenes, this one appears to feature some original animations! …
It’s shaping up to be a Sonic x Shadow Generations kind of day! Earlier, SEGA unveiled stunning new key art for the game, but the news don’t stop there! Attendees of this year’s Tokyo Game Show who can provide proof of their Sonic x Shadow Generations pre-order will receive a…
We’re just over a month away from the October 22nd release of Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Sega has been steadily releasing new trailers and artwork to build excitement. This morning, Sega unveiled some stunning new key art for the game, highlighting the contrast between Sonic and Shadow! …
One of the most unique marketing tactics in Japan is the Pokémon Manhole Covers, also known as Poké Lids. These covers are scattered throughout the country in cities like Tokyo and Ikaruga, featuring artwork that represents the local area. With the upcoming grand opening of the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto,…
As part of its “PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation” today, Sony announced that its latest console will be getting a mid-generation refresh in the form of the PS5 Pro. Set to release on November 7, 2024, the console will cost a staggering $700 in the U.S., with regional pricing in Europe…
A few weeks ago, we reported that a giant Ness Vinyl figure from the Mother / Earthbound series would be available to a limited number of people through a lottery in Japan. However, in a surprising turn of events, it seems the team at The Mother Project has decided to…
Get ready for a dash of secret herbs and spices in your gaming experience! Colonel Sanders, the founder and now mascot of KFC, is coming to Funko Fusion! Armed with what can only be described as a Chicken Bucket gatteling gun, Colonel Sanders looks like he will fit…
Attention, Super Mario Wonder fans! If you’re looking to add even more incredible merchandise to your collection, you’re in luck! Earlier this year, Nintendo released a fantastic Elephant Mario plush, perfect for snuggling. Now, the iconic talking flower from the game is getting its own plush— and yes, it actually…
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom may switch up the roles of Link and Zelda, but rest assured, the Kingdom of Hyrule will still be filled with memorable and familiar faces! Curious to learn more? Take a look at all the characters confirmed so far in The Legend of…
We’re getting closer and closer to the September 26th release of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Nintendo has been consistently dropping more and more images of the game in action. A few days ago, Nintendo dropped an all-new trailer, showcasing the game’s Still World, and today, we…
The rumors keep coming and coming from industry pundits regarding the Switch 2. In lieu of any actual news from Nintendo, it’s been down to YouTube personalities and industry insiders to leak out information about what they believe the Switch successor will contain. The latest rumor, which comes from noted…
When I was a kid, it was a rare treat to find video game-themed toys in fast food kids’ meals. I still remember the frenzy surrounding the 1999 Burger King and Pokémon promotion, combining two of my all-time favorite things: dubious food and video games. Fast forward to today, and…
