One of the most exciting aspects of Mario Kart World upon reveal was the wide array of more obscure playable characters included in the game. Known as NPC characters, this group largely consists of basic enemies and other niche characters who are distinguished from the rest of the cast by…
As many players will have likely figured out by now, Mario Kart World does not feature a 200cc mode for its races. Although Mario Kart 8 added 200cc, not even at launch but through an update to the Wii U version, its absence in a new Mario Kart is peculiar….
With the massive jump in power the Nintendo Switch 2 brings compared to the original Switch, the possibilities for third-party games on the console feel broader than ever. Back in April when we got our first good look at the system and what it could run, there were a myriad…
Detective Pikachu’s been a long time coming, and with a month to go ’til release the full site is open for business. Take the chance to learn about this brilliant mind and what sets him apart from a typical Pikachu. After all, they don’t normally have a dashing hat, a…
Pokémon Day is fast approaching, and the leadup to the celebration of all things Pokémon is in full swing. Over on the official Pokémon website, the company is posting different and new memories throughout the days leading up to the event. Kicking off yesterday, a showcase was done on different…
I hope you’re feeling hungry, Trainers, because The Pokémon Company and General Mills have teamed up for specialized snack-centric promotion! For a limited time, specially-marked boxes of General Mills fruit flavored snacks and Fruit Roll-Ups will contain one of 12 promo cards from the Pokémon Trading Card Game. There are…
Payday 2 is releasing on Switch on Tuesday, and while the heist-based cooperative shooter has garnered some attention for the handheld hybrid, scandal has struck in the days leading up to release — as internet sleuths have discovered, the game at launch will be running version 117, while the PC…
Since the Nintendo Switch launched, its eShop was missing a feature from its Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo 3DS siblings. Titles could be reviewed on a five-star system and gauged if they’re for everyone, casual players, or those who prefer intense gameplay. If you’re visiting a Switch game’s information page…
Creative, mobile-based title A Normal Lost Phone is hitting the Nintendo Switch on March 1st. The game is a story focused experience that takes place within the framing device of the game being a lost phone found by the player — a concept that, while inventive for a mobile interface,…
The giant, Manpuku Kirby plush managed to make quite an impact when it was revealed, and now a few more photos have come along showing the big guy out in the world. This massive, orb of a cutie may be stuffed, but that doesn’t mean he can’t waddle his way…
The neo revolution continues in Splatoon 2! Each week a new weapon is making its way to Ammo Knights — and Sheldon is more than happy to talk about his latest discovery. Entering the game today is the Luna Blaster Neo. Paired with the Ink Mine sub and Suction-Bomb Launcher…
We’ve seen a good amount of merchandise for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild hit shelves and online shops ever since the game’s release on Switch and Wii U last year. While a new Link figure itself should come to no surprise as a release for series…
If you previously missed your chance to grab Kyogre, Groudon, or Rayquaza in Pokémon GO, you’re going to be happy to know you’ll be getting another opportunity to catch them soon. From February 23rd to March 5th, all three Pokémon will return to the game to give players a shot…
Non-stop updates have been rolling out for Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp ever since its release last November, and it doesn’t look like they’ll be slowing down anytime soon — to the delight of many, including myself! As seen in the latest notice within the app, it looks like Nintendo’s adorable,…
The annual DICE awards have wrapped up and it was a fantastic night for Nintendo, with the company raking in trophies for a variety of games released in 2017. The ceremony, held by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences in Las Vegas, has awards doled out based on votes…
