It’s hard to fathom it now, but 25 years ago, nobody expected Super Smash Bros. to become a phenomenon. Released towards the end of the N64’s lifecycle, Smash seemed like a fun enough idea that would come and go without much fuss. I don’t recall ever having debates with my…
Birthdays can mean a lot of things for people – time with friends or family, treating yourself to something special, or just disconnecting from responsibilities. For Kirby it means cake, cake, and more cake. カービィさん、お誕生日おめでとうございます！今日はわれわれワドルディレポート隊が、カービィさんのためにケーキをご用意しました♪さぁ、カービィさん！みなさんへコメントをお願いします…って、わわわっ！？食べるのはまだ早いですよ～っ！！#カービィのハッピーバースデー pic.twitter.com/mVy2QldNbg — 星のカービィ (@Kirby_JP) April 26, 2024 Yes, April 27th marks Kirby’s 32nd birthday and…
LEGO and Animal Crossing is a match made in heaven, but there was one curious omission from the line when it launched earlier this year: K.K. Slider. How could one of the most iconic characters of modern gaming not be included alongside villagers like Julian and Bunnie? Who even are…
A lone Rhythm Heaven catcher taps into the Arcade today. These badges are “all about you,” so nab ‘em while they’re hot. Fo’ sho! Don’t forget, the Badge Arcade is ushering in the New Year with some brand-spanking new badges featuring Ashley, Nikki and the Pokémon series! Also joining the…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: 64-bit Rainbow Road rage returns, Dracula gets staked by yet another Belmont and Capcom’s monster sale continues. Capcom’s winter sale is still going strong, with up to 75% discounts through January 4th on heavy hitters from the Phoenix Wright, Resident Evil and Monster Hunter…
‘Member the ’80s and ‘90s? Pepperidge Farm remembers. From fashion and music to movies and video games, 2016 was unquestionably a year fueled by rampant nostalgia. Nintendo was particularly savvy in tapping the veins of sentimentality for Pokémon’s 20th anniversary. We relived our adventures through Kanto in the re-release of…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Shantae gets physical, the Wii U gets its GPU hacked, and Mario Party 2 crashes Wii U Virtual Consoles. It’s déjà vu in the sales department this week as both Capcom and Level-5 host repeats of previous sales held earlier in the year. Capcom’s…
A stack of Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam badges re-enter the fold today, giving players another chance at crafting paper filled worlds from the cozy comforts of their home screens. Don’t forget, there’s still plenty of time for this week’s winter wonderland of festive themed badges from the Super Mario…
1986 was a good year for Nintendo. Super Mario Bros. had been in players’ minds and hands for a year already and it was the year that The Legend of Zelda and Metroid released to much acclaim, and they began their own rise to popularity. Another hero would be trying…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Mario makes his mobile debut, Shantae gets her groove back, and Excitebots move out on the Virtual Console. It’s another slow day in the eShop sales department. For Wii U owners, both Soul Axiom and 3Souls are being offered at a 50% discount. While…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Harvey and friends make a trip to camp New Leaf, Firebrand takes a break from harassing naked knights, and Samus’ most controversial adventure gets an-Other shot in the limelight. It’s a dismal day in the sales department, though that’s to be expected after the…
Sharpen those lances and iron your boxer briefs: Firebrand swoops onto New 3DS Virtual Consoles tomorrow! Originally released on the SNES back in 1994, Demon’s Crest is a surprisingly deep Metroid-esque platformer with mild RPG elements that’s hard to top. Players follow the underworldly misadventures of Firebrand: a relentless red…
Hold on to your hats because it’s Mario celebration week in the Badge Arcade! The event kicks off with brand new badges in the New Super Mario Bros. series – finally rounding out the Super Mario Maker collection with all four generations. Joining in the festivities are a slew of…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Endless Mario courses on the go, advanced tactical warfare in your living room, and final call for Black Friday digital deals. Nintendo’s Black Friday Cyber Sale continues this week with up to 50% savings on a wide selection of fantastic games, from Nintendo heavy…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: the eShop implodes with sales, then spontaneously reforms with even more sales, only to then be crushed by the weight of Termina’s moon. Making up for all the tumbleweeds and cobwebs in the Nintendo eShop discount aisle for the past few weeks is Nintendo’s…
