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…
We saw Hey! Pikmin footage earlier this year after Nintendo invited various media outlets to check out the New 2DS XL, but not like this. (Thanks, Nintendo of Japan!) While the entire trailer is in Japanese and there isn’t too much text to gain new insight from in the video’s…
Culdcept is a game with multiple layers of strategy and systems, making it a little daunting to take head-on. Thankfully, a new trailer has been released that goes through the basics of the board-meets-card game’s progression, proving a great first step for anyone curious about the title. With plenty of…
Winning the ESL Go4Splatoon Europe Grand Final, Rising Moon secured their spot at E3 next week. They are the second team to be featured on Nintendo’s YouTube channel. Like Team Dynameu before, this video is short, sweet, and shares some facts about Team Rising Moon! Starting with Binx, his favorite…
When it comes to indie hits, Edmund McMillen has consistently knocked it out of the park, with his creations Super Meat Boy and Binding of Isaac becoming beloved for their simplicity. Now, his next game has been announced – The End is Nigh, a 2D sidescrolling platformer co-developed by Tyler…
There are few games as important, influential or impeccable as Cave Story. Originally developed by one man, Daisuke “Pixel” Amaya, and released for free in 2004, it’s often regarded as the father of modern indie games — in no small part due to its creativity, efficiency and mastery of game…
More and more lately, Lego games are receiving deluxe editions, with pre-order bonus packs, Season Pass access and, more often than not, bonus minifigs. Lego Marvel Superheroes 2 is no different. Announced today, the latest entry in the Lego Marvel series will be receiving a deluxe edition, which contains the…
Please take note: At the time of writing it’s important to express that everything in this article is speculation based on questionable evidence — however, it’s enough evidence to take an educated guess. Here are the facts: A Brooke Watson requested event permits from Chicago’s Park District for what is…
To the Squids, Kids or Squid Kids who prefer the standard shooter class in Splatoon — you’ll be happy to hear that the Splattershot Pro is officially back! Let’s see what changes it’s gone through since the first game. Weapon: Splattershot Pro Color me pink! Look at you, Splattershot Pro,…
Playtonic Games is skipping E3 this year; instead, the company’s releasing some awesome info about Yooka-Laylee’s upcoming patch. Of course, the game isn’t out for Nintendo Switch yet, but included in this batch of news is an update about the status of the game’s release. From Playtonic Games: “As our…
The Sonic & Sega All Stars franchise is something of a love-letter to fans, even if many of the games it represents haven’t seen a new entry in years. After Tennis and two racing games, however, no new games have been announced, with the usual developers at Sumo Digital going…
It’s undeniable that the Nintendo 3DS is a JRPG machine at this point, but it looks like Atlus USA is planning on taking it even further. An accidental leak spotted by Twitter user @HDKirin shows updated official website slider images for Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth, Radiant Historia: Perfect…
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