Nintendo has launched firmware 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch and introduced its recently unveiled “Virtual Game Card” system to its console. Launching ahead of the Switch 2 this summer, Virtual Game Cards are exactly what they sound like: the ability to treat digital games as cards you can share with…
Fans of the Donkey Kong franchise are likely aware of the infamous “DK Rap” from Donkey Kong 64. Conceived as something of a goof to start off DK’s first 3D outing, the theme was written and composed by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope after being implored by designer George Andreas from…
Another day, another rumor about the Switch 2. While we at least know the console is releasing very soon and that Nintendo is gearing up for a pretty big launch, there are still some things about the console that remain uncertain. One such question is whether or not the Nintendo…
Given the record-breaking success of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pokémon Sword & Shield, it probably doesn’t come as a surprise to hear that the past year has been fantastic for the Nintendo Switch – but this latest development might still blow you away. As reported by the NPD’s Mat…
It’s been a while since we heard from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise – the last mainline game was 2017’s Sonic Forces. In a recent official livestream, the first one of 2020 due to COVID-19, Sonic’s social media manager Aaron Webber gave some clarification on why the wait for information…
Announced during The Game Awards 2017, Bayonetta 3’s release date is still in TBD/TBA limbo. Combine this almost 2 ½ year gap of no new announcements and PlatinumGames working on different projects, like the recent release of The Wonderful 101 Remastered for Nintendo Switch, and rumors tend to spawn online….
Hey there, Trainers! If you’re hoping to get out and enjoy some social-distancing Pokémon GO as the summer months finally approach, or you’re still playing from home without having to go out and walk around, just make sure you avoid trying to log on to the game on June 1st….
Childhood plays an important role in our development and interests, so it’s no surprise to hear that Masahiro Sakurai’s childhood contributed to his career as a game designer. Along with this, it seems Sakurai may have sprinkled in childhood references into future games, too. In his latest Famitsu column, #604,…
What the Golf? is an award-winning physics-based golf parody where every golf course is a new surprising type of golf. The game’s available today, and iam8bit is releasing a physical copy for $34.99. It’s a limited edition consisting of only 2,500 copies and includes an exclusive cover sheet (with interior…
Darkstalkers is one of Capcom’s most consistently featured franchises when it comes to crossovers, even when the series itself lays dormant in its grave. First 4 Figures is bringing a sultry spark of life though, as their latest tease is for the games’ lead. Morrigan Aensland, the popular succubus face…
Splatoon 2’s rematch of the Team Ketchup vs. Team Mayo Splatfest is almost here! Inklings from all over the world are getting excited to see if Team Ketchup can steal the winning title away from Team Mayo, but so are a few food brands. On Twitter, food companies that have…
If you recently picked up the latest Nintendo Switch music and rhythm game Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix, Sega has revealed that it’s providing two new DLC packs free of charge to all players. These free content packs are t-shirts, which you can use to customize T-shirt Design Pack…
Almost a year ago, it was announced that a Cuphead animated series would be arriving on Netflix sometime in the future. Well, now we have our first look at that animated series, courtesy of Catsuka: First look at "The Cuphead Show!" animated series (Netflix).Produced by Dave Wasson (Mickey Mouse…
Nintendo’s next Online Open is coming up fast, and it’s the free-for-all brawl of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The structure looks to be similar to previous competitions Nintendo has hosted, but the grand prize for this one’s definitely worth fighting for. 3, 2, 1, GO! The #SmashBrosUltimate North American…
Pokémon GO posted a statement congratulating Trainers who have completed the Kanto and Johto themed Timed Research and are on their way to completing the Hoenn event. In just a couple days, the Throwback Challenge 2020: Sinnoh Timed Research will begin, bringing Trainers one step closer to accessing the Throwback…
