It’s a bit shocking to realize that it has already been eight years since the Switch was released globally. The first Nintendo console to launch around the world at the same time (minus China, which still had regulations in place despite lifting its console ban in 2015), the Switch has…
Pokémon TCG Pocket is jam-packed with so many events and promotions, it can make your head spin. Each week, Nintendo Wire will be covering the details of each event, what goodies they have to offer, and the best way to tackle each task. Today, we are taking a look at…
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…
Next week will see multiple developers share what they’ve got in the works via the New Game+ Expo. The main showcase, airing exclusively on Twitch at 8 a.m. PT, will give each of the participants a bit of spotlight, and once it wraps there will be a series of dedicated…
Once again, Nintendo is teaming up with Graph to make some official Nintendo themed merchandise. Previously, we’ve seen Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and a general Nintendo collection, but now it’s time for Animal Crossing to bask in the spotlight. Announced via Nintendo’s social media channels, the Animal Crossing…
Get ready for another big day of video game news and reveals! Summer Game Fest released a short video teasing what’s in store for their Developer Showcase: June edition. On Monday, June 22nd, at 8 a.m. PT | 11 a.m. ET, you can tune in to Summer Game Fest’s video…
That was fast! Three months ago we reported on a new merchandise collection being released to Japan’s Pokémon Center stores and now North America is getting some select pieces from it. If you were charmed about the Pokémon Galar Journey set that was released in April, and didn’t import any…
Yesterday morning’s Pokémon Presents started off with an unveiling and release of a Pokémon themed self-care app focused on brushing your teeth. Some Pokémon fans were quick to pop off a tweet about the new app. Memes, complaints, snoozing emojis, etc. could be found. I get it, there have been…
If you like abstract gridlines and stacked monitors, Bandai Namco’s got your number with its news compilation’s launch series. No stranger to bringing back their arcade classics, Namco Museum Archives Vol. 1 & 2 are both arriving today with each volume packing together 11 titles each. The full…
Bandai Namco is translating the high-octane sports action of Captain Tsubasa into a new video game later this year, and if you’ve been wondering just how it’ll play the company has you covered with a seven minute long trailer delving into the gameplay systems, with a heavy focus on what…
Nippon Ichi Software has fully revealed its next new IP following a few weeks of teasing, and it’s the rhythm action game Mad Rat Dead. In the game you guide a lab rat on a quest given by the Rat God to have revenge on humans. It’s no simple platformer,…
Last month, video game developer and publisher Game Freak used the company’s dedicated Twitter account to announce a hiring spree. And just today, Game Freak updated the announcement stating that they’ve added more time slots for interviews and that they’re looking for new members to help create a new entry…
This summer, GungHo Online is bringing another game to the Switch — it’s time to defend Earth with mechas piloted by an animal crew! Yup, reminiscent of Star Fox, but throw in your favorite mecha anime (Macross) and some game mechanics from Fallout Shelter, and you have Volta-X. …
That coveted first party slot in your Pokémon quest has had some features attached to it over the years. The most fun one is having your Pokémon buddy forego their Poké Ball and travel behind you. Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu/Eevee! allowed us to double down, having Pikachu or Eevee hang…
Since its release last October, Ring Fit Adventure has gone from “that new exercise game” to one of the most coveted items in the Nintendo Switch library. The game is perfect for staying active while staying home, but has been notoriously difficult to purchase around the world. Yet despite that…
