Nintendo has launched firmware 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch and introduced its recently unveiled “Virtual Game Card” system to its console. Launching ahead of the Switch 2 this summer, Virtual Game Cards are exactly what they sound like: the ability to treat digital games as cards you can share with…
Fans of the Donkey Kong franchise are likely aware of the infamous “DK Rap” from Donkey Kong 64. Conceived as something of a goof to start off DK’s first 3D outing, the theme was written and composed by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope after being implored by designer George Andreas from…
Another day, another rumor about the Switch 2. While we at least know the console is releasing very soon and that Nintendo is gearing up for a pretty big launch, there are still some things about the console that remain uncertain. One such question is whether or not the Nintendo…
As reported over the weekend, Version 1.1.4 of Pocket Camp is slowly activating more assets. Joining the watering label for your friends’ gardens are six new villagers, clothes, and furniture associated with them, there are three new amenities, hip essence associated, and a Host the Most event to tie everything…
HAL Laboratory has always hit that sweet spot for me, and a lot of that came down to Kirby and company. More recently though there’s been a more angular ally in the company’s lineup: BoxBoy!’s Qbby. This simple and adorable little cube has started to cross over into Dream Land…
In what seems like one the most financially sound decisions of the year, developer Snail Games will be bringing its Ark: Survival Evolved-meets-Minecraft game PixArk to the Nintendo Switch on March 31st. The title is a spinoff of the highly successful survival game Ark: Survival Evolved. PixArk, while being developed…
Kickstarter backers of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero received some welcome news in their inboxes today as WayFoward has announced that an Ultimate Edition of the game is coming soon. The Ultimate Edition is an “all-inclusive” version of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero that’s comprised of the main game alongside every mode that had…
A few months back in September GoodSmile and Capcom released the first concept art of a Nendoroid based on Roll, Classic Mega Man’s robo-sister. Now, we’ve got a look at the final product courtesy of MyFigureCollection.net and it’s definitely adorable. GoodSmile has already released a classic Mega Man Nendoroid…
Take this one with a large but delicious grain of salt: ResetEra user Dr. Caroll found a presentation on Slideshare that appears to be from Sumo Digital, developers of Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed. The slides mention three in-development games: two FPS games and a karting game with an “established…
It’s no secret that Celeste has quickly captured our hearts as one of the best games 2018 has to offer — and we’re only in January! At the heart of its relatable tale of fear, self-doubt and knowing your worth lies one of the most satisfying endeavors in pixel perfect…
Been wanting to solve some mysteries on the Switch? Well, indie developer Spooky Doorway has you covered, with its self-described “micro-adventure” game The Darkside Detective being slated for a release on the system’s eShop next week on February 7th. After launching on Steam in July of last year,…
To this day you’ll find long-time Nintendo fans bitter about the time Nintendo sold Rare to Microsoft, losing major exclusive franchises like Banjo-Kazooie in the process. Now, years later, that wound is either going to be closed or re-opened, depending on your point of view, as several Xbox character skins…
Atooi, the folks behind Mutant Mudds and Chicken Wiggle, have announced that Soccer Slammers, an adorable, arcade style soccer game, is coming to the Nintendo Switch in 2018. According to the game’s developer, Jools Watsham, the game features an NBA Jam style of fast-paced action, focusing on 2-on-2 gameplay rather…
Last year, the strategy game This is the Police was ported to the Switch with overwhelmingly positive reception from fans and critics alike. If you’re looking for even more gritty action, you’re in luck. Developer Weappy Studio and THQ Nordic have announced that a sequel is on its way later…
Nintendo of Japan has just released new images of the upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Link figure from Medicom. Part of the Real Action Heroes line, this Link figure stands about a foot tall and comes with high quality clothing (made of real fabric) and accessories….
