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…
Even though Switch based farmers have only had the game for a couple years, the delightfully addictive Stardew Valley has just celebrated its fourth anniversary on February 26th. In the wake of well-wishing messages, the game’s creator had an announcement. Thanks everyone for the Stardew Valley 4-year anniversary wishes….
After an initial tease, The Behemoth has shared a first real look at Alien Hominid Invasion. This reimagining of their first game puts the focus on co-op run ’n gun action, with plenty of weapons and gear to unlock and other ways to make the experience your own. …
It’s PAX East time, and for Nintendo fans that means a whole new chance to see more of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. We’ve gotten to see the Nook Island Getaway in booth form, but thanks to an upload from GameXplain we now have 20 minutes of over the shoulder video…
The results of Google’s 2020 Pokémon of the Year poll are in, with Greninja topping the list at No. 1. The results of the poll include a variety of Pokemon from across several regions, which were all revealed via a video released on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. Keep scrolling…
As teased, a brand-new mythical Pokémon has been revealed, and it’s the Grass/Dark type Zarude. Check it out in-game below:
It turns out not all of the “Platinum 4” announcements are going to be about video games, specifically! The third, coming hot on the heels of the confirmation of the brand-new IP Project G.G., is confirmation that Platinum Games is opening another studio in Tokyo, separate from its main HQ…
PAX East is kicking off today and it mark’s Nintendo’s first public unveiling of a Animal Crossing: New Horizons demo. There’s sure to be plenty to see from the show floor, but this quick peek at their Island Getaway themed booth makes a great first impression. Guys. Guys. Guys….
Have you ever wondered, “Gee, I wonder what all the games made for the Super Nintendo would look like put together in book form?” If so, you’re in luck, as a Japanese publisher has released the Super Famicom Complete Guide, a whopping 448-page novel behind one of Nintendo’s beloved consoles. …
Calling all competitive Smashers — the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate North American Online Open Spring 2020 (try saying that five times fast) kicks off this Saturday, February 29th, at 10 a.m. PST, with a second round on March 1st at 8 a.m. PST. The 3-stock, no items, best-of-three matches will…
Any hardcore Pokéfan knows that February 27th is Pokémon Day. The date is synonymous with the original games being released in Japan back in 1996, and Pokémon GO is ready to celebrate by bringing Trainers Armored Mewtwo and Clone Pokémon in Raid Battles! You’ll find Armored Mewtwo in…
The next tour in Mario Kart Tour has been revealed, and it’s a blast from the past — the Mario Bros. Tour, named after the arcade game of ages past. Mario and Luigi are getting new variants based on their original color palettes (with blue undershirts and overalls the same…
Cyber Shadow, an upcoming 8-bit ninja homage published by Yacht Club Games, is shaping up quite nicely, judging by the newest trailer. The trailer premiered during the Yacht Club Games Presents livestream that unveiled new titles and updates. The story follows a very Ryu Hayabusa-looking ninja in a cyberpunk dystopia….
