One of the most hotly debated subjects across the greater video game circles is the simple question of what the greatest video game of all-time is. While the true answer is subjective and open to each individual’s interpretation, another way to tackle the question is to answer what the most…
In the most recent episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi chatted with former Nintendo of America marketing lead Gail Tilden on a variety of topics relating to her time trying to localize different Nintendo products for the West. After discussing the history of Pokémon,…
During the latest episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi had Nintendo of America’s former marketing lead Gail Tilden on and they discussed some of the trials and tribulations she went through trying to market certain Nintendo properties to Western audiences. Two big topics came…
As 2019 comes to a close, it’s important to appreciate the little nods just as much as the sweeping gestures. Take the new Brain Age Switch game that just came out in Japan (and will arrive in the UK and Australia very soon): there’s a tiny, simple, charming nod to…
It’s New Year’s Eve and celebrations have begun — but not just for the New Year! Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp has introduced a new garden event where all us campers can catch creatures called checkerflies. Titled ‘Isabelle’s tranquil tearoom’, you’ll have the opportunity to earn items that resemble a peaceful…
While 2019 is on its way out, events are still going on in some of our favorite games! And what better way to ring in the new decade than by fighting a bunch of Magikarp? From now until January 3, 12:59 p.m. UTC, Pokémon Sword & Shield players will be…
This year, December was jam-packed with exciting events from Pokémon GO, to keep players engaged throughout the holiday season. In the newest blog post from Niantic about the game, it’s clear that even as the holidays wind down, there’s no intention of slowing or stopping into the new year. As…
The immensely popular Fate series is a massive web of sagas and spin-offs, from PC visual novels to mobile gacha games. Perhaps the most unusual spin-off is Emiya-sanchi no Kyō no Gohan, or Today’s Menu for the Emiya Family, a manga & anime series that transplants characters from Fate and…
It’s time to honk your beak in celebration, as Untitled Goose Game has officially surpassed one million units sold worldwide, as announced by @Cabel of Panic, the game’s publisher. It seems impossible, but last week, three months after launch, Untitled Goose Game passed one million copies sold. From the…
If you just gotta have all things Labo and Pokémon, then do we have an obscure addition for you. It’s been announced that the March 2020 issue of a Japanese magazine aimed at kindergarteners will include papercraft versions of Pikachu, Eevee, and Bulbasaur as they appear in the free-to-play game…
Nintendo has finally been able to fend off the crowds long enough to restock some goods at its Nintendo Tokyo store. Animal Crossing fans are in luck, as the Stick Cookies (¥1,430) and the Marshmallows (¥1,320) are available again. These are exclusive items only available at the Tokyo location. Like…
We’ve seen plenty of updates come to the Switch’s firmware, regularly handling minor software bugs and adding icons and such, but today we’ve gotten word of something potentially more substantial. It’s been announced that for an hour on January 6th, all network services will be offline for “distribution of update…
Nintendo is once again apologizing for its success in Japan. After having to release a statement about the lack of supply to meet the demand for Ring Fit Adventure in the country, Nintendo is now saying “sorry to keep customers waiting” in long lines to enter the store, Bloomberg reports….
The holiday season is nearly over and that means it’s time to get some good, ol’ relaxation in. You and your character in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp can bask in tranquility with Chevre’s serene cookie! Featuring items like a serene outdoor bath, a serene foot bath, a plum tree, flushed…
If you haven’t dived into the free to play fun that’s Super Kirby Clash, now might be the right time. While structurally it has more in common with mobile games, the boss fights are all Kirby and offer up a staggering amount of objectives and collectibles – so long as…
