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…
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…
The sixth and final wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass is finally out in the world. Booster Course Pass – Wave 6 includes 8 tracks new to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, as well as four new racers and 17 new Mii Racing Suits. What hasn’t…
Add something soft and comfy to your coffee experience with the newest My Nintendo reward — this Detective Pikachu Returns Cup Cozy is here to not only cradle your hot (or cold) cup, but provide you with a cushy grip for your day in or out, wherever you might be….
Yesterday saw the release of Nintendo’s financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending in March 2024. Among details like an updated number of total Nintendo Switch consoles sold, Nintendo also detailed exactly how the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie has contributed to their success…
Build-A-Bear’s Pokémon collection is expanding once again with the addition of the new Mudkip plush. Big news, Pokémon Trainers: Mudkip is our newest Pokémon plush ready to join your lineup! Shop its online bundle for Mudkip’s exclusive outfits and 5-in-1 sound chip included! US: https://t.co/mpfgrUHdNhUK: https://t.co/hp9gj4a1AV pic.twitter.com/As9D0RRgir — buildabear…
Hot on the heels of a spooky Halloween Splatfest, Nintendo has confirmed the next point of contention for Inklings and Octolings – greetings. More specifically, you’ll be picking between fistbumps, handshakes, or hugs. Which is the best way to greet someone? You’ll get to fight for your side next weekend….
Nintendo has announced that it’s moving forward with plans for a live-action Legend of Zelda movie. In a press release from Nintendo Japan, Nintendo revealed that the film will be produced by Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad and directed by Wes Ball. The live-action Legend of Zelda film will be…
We’re just a month away from 2023’s edition of the Geoff Keighley-hosted Game Awards. The event will honor some of the best and brightest of what 2023 had to offer in video gaming, and will take place live and in-person this year at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California…
Amidst rumor after rumor of a Switch successor, the general populace is still buying up Switch consoles. Released this morning, Nintendo’s financial report for the six month period ending on September 30th, 2023 shared that the Nintendo Switch has reached a whopping 132.46 million units sold, bringing it ever closer…
A stunning statue of everyone’s favorite bear and bird is finally available for pre-order! First 4 Figures has opened up early bird pre-orders for the Banjo-Kazooie Duet statue we reported on last week, and there are three editions to choose from: The standard Banjo-Kazooie Duet statue features both Banjo and…
Instruction booklets being included with physical game releases are a thing of the distant past these days, but it appears that Nintendo of Japan is going all-out for the release of the Super Mario RPG remake. Game retailers and department stores in Japan will have a physical instruction manual for…
Nintendo’s latest financial reports have come in today but alongside them came a fairly big bombshell from the President of the company himself, Shuntaro Furukawa. According to reporters from Mainichi who attended the latest Nintendo investor briefing, and translated by Eurogamer, Furukawa states recent reports circulating the internet are “inaccurate”…
There’s just ten days to go until Switch owners can experience the original Super Mario RPG with fully 3D graphics and a modern make-over. As has become customary for new first-party releases, Nintendo has announced that a Tetris 99 collab is on the way, this time featuring the iconic party…
