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…
The Switch is something of a perfect system for life simulation games – after all, you can boot it up whenever during your downtime and busy yourself in a virtual world. While there are a few options already for those who want to unwind, next month will finally see the…
Sega Ages is slowly but surely growing outside of the typical Sega Genesis remasters, with the arcade versions of Out Run and Puyo Puyo being ported to Switch through the service. One of the most exciting and interesting upcoming ports, however, is Virtua Racing. Now we finally know the game…
When it comes to companies with the most impressive number of intellectual properties, Sega ranks highly, with a back catalogue of countless famous properties that arguably rivals even Nintendo’s selection. In recent years, however, many of them have taken the back seat compared to the likes of Sonic the Hedgehog,…
Eevee and its ilk are genuine stars in the world of Pokémon at this point, in case you hadn’t noticed its promotion to mascot in Let’s Go! and all the other goods. But even with that kind of popularity you just can’t look away from something this perfect. 今日はメガハウスさんで制作中の『G.E.M.EXシリーズ…
Spring is almost here — if you reside in the northern hemisphere that is. While autumn is also due for the southern hemisphere, this change of seasons is celebrated on the same day. Sounds like a perfect time to start a new Pokémon GO event, right? Beginning on March 19th…
It is often that we believe the voices — and memes — of the people fall upon the deaf ears of uncaring corporate suits, but it’s important to remember that those working on artistic projects are just as human as the rest of us. Such was the case with…
Editor’s Note: The following article was written to have a satirical and jealous sounding tone. As game collectors ourselves, the Nintendo Wire team has nothing but respect and admiration for Mr. Monteiro’s amazing achievement. This one’s sure to make collectors and completionists alike tenuous for completely different reasons — Antonio Romero…
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of Wild’s style was a refreshing change to the series. Roaming around Hyrule in its painterly glory made exploring even more rewarding — and for some fans, they saw this as an opportunity to push the game’s visuals further. CEMU, a tool for emulating Wii…
If you own a Switch but haven’t picked up Splatoon 2 yet (you should!), then Nintendo’s got your back. From March 19th to March 25th, Nintendo Switch owners can download a free “Special Demo” that will let players try out the freshest shooter out there. Playing Splatoon 2 online requires…
Third verse, same as the second and first. Fire Emblem Heroes has started rolling out its third year’s worth of seasonal units, and true to the first two times Easter rolled around, another hutch of bunny-themed units has hopped onto the upcoming Regal Rabbits banner. The selection this time around…
If you’re looking for a fun, Pokémon-related weekend project, you might want to check out this video we found by Lego YouTuber hachiroku24. Not entirely unlike the Mega Construx figures you might see around GameStop and other retailers with Pokémon merchandise, this brilliant Lego creator has recently dove into creating…
This weekend’s Splatfest between Wizards and Knights has come to a close, and it looks like it takes more than chivalry and chainmail to win. Of course, against the mystic arts what hope was there? Hear ye hear ye! Ye olde #Splatoon2 #Splatfest results have arrived! With a 2-1…
