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…
While I’m happy with my release day Switch, there’s a lot to love about the upcoming Switch Lite. More portable, affordable, and available in some sweet colors; it’s no wonder Nintendo’s keen to show how anyone can enjoy their system. Just check out these two new ads to see for…
Breath of the Wild is the game that keeps on giving. It’s been out two-and-a-half years (to the day, I might add), yet people are still constantly discovering new exploits and ways to play. This time, Reddit user charlieboy95 has uncovered a new, efficient way to speed up the fishing…
Like clockwork, Nintendo has announced that another Nintendo Direct is on the way for the month of September! It promises to be 40 minutes long, so here’s hoping we see plenty of announcements. Tune in 9/4 at 3pm PT for a #NintendoDirect featuring roughly 40 minutes of information focused…
Capcom has been on a roll these past few years, reingorating franchises that had laid dormant with new entries, ports, and remakes. Mega Man is no exception, with a cavalcade of Legacy Collections and the all-new Mega Man 11, but this latest venture for the blue bomber is an unusual…
Playtonic has announced a date for Yooka-Laylee’s first side-scrolling adventure, and it’s arriving sooner than you might have expected – October 8th. Publisher Team17 confirmed the date alongside a new trailer that highlights the return of Tonics which can change up the game’s visuals. It’s also confirmed that…
Just as expected, the trio of starters for Pokémon Sword & Shield are receiving the plush treatment officially through the Pokémon Center. Sure, we’ve already got a pretty close look at the huge cushions San-Ei will be releasing in the near future, but it’s about time we see something coming…
Coming to Japanese Pokémon Center locations on September 14th is a stunning collection of beautiful artwork surrounding the world of pocket monsters. Popular illustrator Horaguchi Kayo has drawn up some stunning imagery of Pikachu, Eevee, Mimikyu, and other beloved ‘mon in colorful sceneries filled from forest floor to the starry…
Oh, boy! Here we go again. A few months back, we reported that a listing for a Gold Shovel Knight amiibo appeared at import sites online. No images or official announcements were made, but the posts were there, nonetheless. Fast forward to today, and it appears that GameStop locations in…
Japanese convenience stores help make many things easier, and that includes game shopping. New displays for the eShop (and other platforms) are featuring what might be the most anticipated digital delight in a long time — Banjo & Kazooie. Thanks to @PushDustIn, photos of these displays are available. They don’t…
It’s officially September now, and that means Link’s Awakening is only a few weeks away. It’s not just the game though, as that adorable amiibo is launching same day. Thanks to Nintendo UK, we’ve gotten to see its functionality feature in action. By tapping in, Shadow Link can…
Are you ready for September? Some truly amazing games and new amiibo are releasing this month! We showcase everything you need to know about the next few weeks in this latest episode of Nintendo Wire’s Release Preview!
Nothing really screams ‘90s gaming nostalgia for me quite like the PlayStation era of Final Fantasy games. Final Fantasy VII, VIII, and IX are three of the most iconic games in RPG history, all with very distinct styles, storytelling, and tone. Final Fantasy VII was applauded for its modern take…
