3D collectathon platformers occupy the same lane for me as comfort food or an AC/DC album. They’re reliable, and no matter how much time passes, I can always return to them and feel familiarity. Of course, the best 3D platformers that leave their mark on history end up feeling more…
Hamster Corporation has announced that the classic Namco arcade game Air Combat 22 will be heading to its Arcade Archives series for modern platforms. As the sequel to the industry defining Air Combat, Air Combat 22 expanded the gameplay by allowing players to select different aircraft to carry out their…
Limited Run Games is back with a brand-new lineup of merchandise based on a classic Sega title. To honor the 25th anniversary of Jet Set Radio, you can now get a whole slew of shirts, plushes, trading cards, and keychains to show your love for Beat and the crew. While…
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…
Previously, we got word of a new Sonic the Hedgehog soundtrack CD, bringing together tracks from across the Blue Blur’s library mixed by Tomoya Ohtani. He’s been one of the most notable and frequent composers for Sonic games in recent memory, but has been with Sega since as far back…
The big reveal during today’s super early Hatsune Miku Project DIVA MEGA39’s livestream event was more support for the game on Nintendo Switch. New free and paid DLC content will start launching on July 16th and will continue until September 17th. The game’s Season 2 DLC Pass will consist of…
Those at Sanei are no strangers to Kirby and other Nintendo series, but usually they’re bringing out plushes. Now they’re coming for dreams and your dollars with these absolutely adorable Kirby Poyopoyo Cushions of Kirby, Waddle Dee, and Meta Knight. The pillows look extra soft and extra comfy, and…
Ever since Paper Mario: The Origami King was announced for Nintendo Switch, we’ve been seeing a number of bonuses announced when people place pre-orders for the game at specific retailers. Most recently, EB Games Australia has revealed that those who pre-purchase the game through them will receive the same Paper…
We’ve seen a variety of themes come to Mario Kart Tour over the months, but I don’t believe any past event has brought this much princess power to the race tracks! These next two weeks are bringing all kart drivers the Peach Tour with none other than Princess Peach front…
It’s a pretty good time to be an EarthBound fan, with the series being actively recognized both in official and fan capacities as of late. And it seems everyone except Nintendo is interested in celebrating the Mother series. Spotted in the just-released Mother tribute book Pollyanna are some upcoming and…
