Of all of the perks that come with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, one of the most exciting is the ever-expanding collection of emulators for older systems. Ever since the Nintendo 64 joined the greater NSO library, many fans have been eagerly waiting for the GameCube to get its turn…
With a new generation of Nintendo hardware comes some new key art for its accessories and products. While this is hardly the biggest change coming for the Switch 2, Nintendo has introduced a variety of new eShop gift card designs that retailers will begin stocking soon. As spotted by a…
In an announcement this morning, Microsoft has revealed that it will be upping the cost for the Xbox Series S, X, and all of its accessories starting today, May 1st, 2025. The standard 512 GB Series S will now be $379.99 (up from $299.99) while the 1 TB Series X…
Looks like Team Rocket is blasting their way into Pokémon GO! During Yesterday’s Pokémon GO Fest festivities in Dortmund, Germany, something strange started occurring on phone screens and in real-life… It all started with a new photobomb filter that was discovered by Fest goers. When snapping a picture of their…
Pre-orders will go live today for Limited Run Games’ release of Transistor. Fans of the game can pick up two separate editions of the indie hit. The standard edition will cost you $34.99 and just comes with the classic Switch case and cartridge. Meanwhile, the Collector’s Edition runs at $79.99…
Luigi’s Mansion 3 was one of the more exciting titles I had the opportunity to play at E3 this year. While it remained mostly true to its past two titles, the new mechanics definitely made it feel like a brand new game. We already know that we should expect the…
Pokémon is a series full of rumors, especially in the early days. In Gen I alone, we had MissingNo. and Mew, and right there with them (for me, at least) was Surfing Pikachu. I’d hear about how the Electric-type could lay into enemies with the powerful Water move and wonder…
Last month at E3, Nintendo shocked the gaming world by announcing that a direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was currently in development. While we only got a small glimpse of the game in action, it’s already looking like it’s going to be one heck…
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Nintendo has a pretty good list of art books in its roster. The Zelda series includes plenty, Splatoon and Fire Emblem are covered, and now a new challenger is floating into view for English-speaking fans. If you’re after something pink, puffy, and powerful to rest on your bookshelf, desk, or…
It was only a matter of time before Nintendo’s E3 demos went global, and the UK will finally be experiencing a select few of them next weekend at London’s Hyper Japan Festival. As Nintendo UK reveals, Pokémon Sword & Shield, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Link’s Awakening, Daemon X Machina, Mario &…
UPDATE: Pre-orders are live! You can import your boxset at Play-Asia. Save 5% with code NINWIRE at checkout! The Chrono series, which primarily consists of Chrono Trigger and Chrono Cross, is beloved for many reasons, but its music is the part from both that seems almost unanimous praise. Yet, it’s…
Yesterday, the latest Pokémon movie saw its debut with Japanese vocals and English subtitles during a pre-screening at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. A CG remake of the very first movie, titled Mewtwo Strikes Back – Evolution, it is reportedly largely faithful to the original but there’s one major change…
Continuing the trend of Europe getting rad special editions for their Switch games, Nintendo of Europe has announced a special edition of Daemon X Machina. The Daemon X Machina Orbital Limited Edition includes a physical game cartridge, a steelbook, a 100-page art book, and an 18-inch Arsenal statue, all inside…
VIZ Media kicked off Day 1 of Anime Expo with a panel filled with announcements. Among news of manga, art books, anime, and more, key members from Powerhouse Animation were invited onstage to discuss Castlevania and their new show “Seis Manos”. Our special guests are here! Welcome Brad Graeber, @powerhouseanim…
