When it comes to promoting products, one common strategy that gets employed is the idea of a rewards program. Nintendo has made good use of this concept over the years themselves, and while the Gold Points program has recently been discontinued, the Platinum Points are still holding strong. For those…
In a rather surprising turn of events, it seems that developer Niantic is looking to get out of video games altogether. In a report on Bloomberg yesterday, it’s been stated that Niantic, which most people will know from the stratospherically popular Pokémon GO, is close to finalizing a deal to…
Digital Eclipse has done a great job of listening to Power Rangers fans when it comes to Rita’s Rewind. After adding in an online co-op feature between two systems in December and adding it to Nintendo Switch last month, DE is announcing an even bigger update today. Dubbed the Power…
Sometimes the ultimate maximum tomato you can find in life is the one you love most. Kirby has jumped his way into all sorts of occasions over the years, but are you ready for the insatiable super-tough pink puffball to enter your romantic life once again? Kirby-loving couples currently looking…
Just in time for its Version 2.0 update, it’s been announced that Monster Hunter Rise’s sales have surpassed 6 million. This worldwide total is from both physical and digital sales of the game, but for a currently single platform title that’s only been out a month, those are some fantastic…
If there’s one Mario character that knows how to “open wide” for a check-up, it’s the mouthy botanical boss Petey Piranha. Sure enough, the mutant Piranha Plant is now a qualified doctor in mobile title Dr. Mario World. Yellow: "A new doctor will arrive on Apr. 27, 11 PM…
In 2009, former video game publisher THQ had a very interesting way of promoting its otherwise unremarkable vaporware Wii title Big Family Games. The company decided to send the Queen of England a 24-karat, gold-plated Wii console along with a golden Wii Remote and Nunchuck as well as a copy…
The actionized spin-off sequel we never knew we needed just won’t quit! Persona 5 Strikers was one of the first favorites of 2021, and today it’s been announced that its lifetime sales across all platforms and regions have passed 1.3 million. To celebrate, check out this artwork originally used for…
Items in Smash Bros. are fairly straightforward – most of the time they either activate when you grab them, or they’re some kind of weapon you wield thereafter. That’s not the case for these two featured tools, though. You don’t just “get” the benefits by rushing over and calling dibs….
Following the news of both Atelier Ryza games recently reaching a combined 1 million sales, it seems the sequel is still going strong according to a report by publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Gust. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy’s total worldwide physical and digital sales have…
Developer 3DClouds and publisher Team17 are already raising their sails in anticipation for next month. The swashbuckling high-seas action role-playing game King of Seas might be throwing down the anchor on Switch this May 25th, but customers looking to become captains above the ocean floor can get a taste of…
It’s been a whopping 22 years since the original Pokémon Snap launched, and prior to the reveal of the upcoming New Pokémon Snap on Nintendo Switch, it seemed as though Nintendo wasn’t interested in building upon its quirky, photography-based spin-off game. According to the sequel’s director, Haruki Suzaki, this isn’t…
Famicom Detective Club is nearly ready to leave Nintendo’s vault, coming back into the world as a new remake and localized for the first time. A new trailer has been shared that dives into the plots of both upcoming releases, The Missing Heir and The Girl Who Stands Behind. …
Pokémon GO’s new Sponsored Gift feature will introduce a new avenue for Trainers to receive free items, as well as a method for various brands to promote messages to players. As developer Niantic explains, during visits to Gyms and PokeStops, you may encounter a new type of hot air balloon…
Following a very busy April, May is looking just as eventful for Pokémon GO players, with a slew of new events and obtainable Pokémon. The latest Pokémon GO blog post reveals that many Legendaries will be up for grabs, including Xerneas, Yveltal, and Shadow Moltres, along with new challenges, rewards,…
