If there is one thing you can count on Nintendo for, it’s taking an idea and pushing it to its limits. After months of speculation regarding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, we got confirmation in its reveal video that the revamped Joy-Con would attach to the console via magnets. Interestingly…
In a bit of a surprise announcement this morning, the Angry Video Game Nerd has unveiled a brand-new game based on his iconic character. Titled “Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit,” there is a cool catch with this latest action/platformer: it’s playable on real NES hardware. After having two indie games…
We’re already three weeks into the new year and I have a prediction: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD will be the best Crash Bandicoot game I play in 2025. Now I can picture you turning your head and cocking it to one side in disbelief but hear me out. DK…
Nintendo Wire is proud to showcase GandaKris, the artist behind five of the custom amiibo up for auction for this year’s Customs for a Cure charity event. Kristine, who’s more famously known as GandaKris, made a name for herself as an artist in the amiibo community near the very beginning…
An image from the Spanish version of Pokémon Sun and Moon has revealed what seems to be a new stone: the “Ice Stone.” While it sits beside other items like the Fire Stone and Water Stone, nothing about this apparent new stone is known yet. Stay connected to Nintendo Wire…
It’s that time again, with another Pokémon Sun & Moon reveal coming in hot as the November 18th release date is less than 50 days away. Today’s update brought a look at three new evolved Pokémon I know people have been dying to see, as well as new features, the…
The Pokémon Global Link has historically been the online hub for Pokémon games since Pokémon Black & White. We then saw it update to be compatible with Pokémon X & Y as those games launched. Now, Pokémon Global Link is updating yet again. The version of Pokémon Global Link that…
Nintendo of Japan has announced that a special edition Pokémon Sun & Moon 2DS will be launching in the region on December 8th. The system is a beautiful sky blue. It sports a rainbow of colorful buttons and features silhouettes of Pikachu, Popplio, Rowlet and Litten. The system has…
Today had yet another deluge of Pokémon Sun & Moon news, with a new trailer showing off new gameplay features and the long-awaited starter evolutions. It hasn’t taken the Pokémon Company long to schedule its next news drop, however, with the official Japanese site giving a date – October 14th….
Almost a month ago we reported on the leaked Korean game listing for a demo version of Pokémon Sun & Moon, and now, finally, it has been confirmed. On October 18th you’ll be able to download a special demo version of the upcoming games. Much like the demo for Omega…
The latest Pokémon Sun & Moon trailer has dropped! Check out the English and Japanese versions below, as well as some art of the newly announced starter evolutions: English trailer Japanese trailer Starter evolutions gallery We also have confirmation of a special demo version of the games, which will…
The official Japanese Twitter account for Pokkén Tournament tweeted earlier this evening that a brand new fighter would be revealed for the arcade versions of Pokkén Tournament on October 13th. Since the leak this summer, which stemmed from the console versions, pointed to Darkrai, Scizor and Empoleon being added, the…
Rare amiibo Best Buy has opened pre-orders for many rare amiibo including Gold Mario, Lucina and Pit! Gold Mario Lucina Pit Samus Mega Man Sonic Ness Pokémon Sun and Moon | Z-Ring Accessory Pokémon Sun & Moon Limited Edition New 3DS XL ($199.99 at Amazon) (OUT OF STOCK) Pokémon Sun &…
A duo of Super Mario Maker badges jump into the Arcade today, this time featuring the 8-bit stylings of Super Mario Bros. 3! One of particular note features a set of various blocks from the game, so be sure to collect as many as you can to create your very…
Welcome to the Character Column! Each week, I’ll be taking a look at a different character from Nintendo’s long and esteemed history, and I’ll analyze what makes them interesting, nuanced, or just plain memorable. Whether they’re heroes, villains or NPCs, I’ll explain why they deserve respect or love from the…
