Of all of the perks that come with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, one of the most exciting is the ever-expanding collection of emulators for older systems. Ever since the Nintendo 64 joined the greater NSO library, many fans have been eagerly waiting for the GameCube to get its turn…
With a new generation of Nintendo hardware comes some new key art for its accessories and products. While this is hardly the biggest change coming for the Switch 2, Nintendo has introduced a variety of new eShop gift card designs that retailers will begin stocking soon. As spotted by a…
In an announcement this morning, Microsoft has revealed that it will be upping the cost for the Xbox Series S, X, and all of its accessories starting today, May 1st, 2025. The standard 512 GB Series S will now be $379.99 (up from $299.99) while the 1 TB Series X…
It looks like Target is giving shoppers even more incentive to pick up a newly released Nintendo Select title by offering a free popcorn and soda combo at its concessions stands with any Nintendo Select purchase. Some Nintendo Selects 3DS games now come with popcorn and a drink at Target….
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…
Nintendo is no stranger to creative and unique designs for its handhelds, but its newest version of the New 3DS XL is stellar indeed. NOA revealed today a new galaxy styled New 3DS XL, which ships today and will be found in North American stores starting this week. The announcement…
Another two Mega Man catchers have returned to the Nintendo Badge Arcade! Check out the new badges below! Free play?: Yes, and every day ’til September 1st! Practice catcher: Every day until September 8th at 3:00 a.m. PST, every dollar spent in the Arcade will nab you one of these…
One of the most prolific indie developers for Nintendo platforms over the past few years has been Renegade Kid. After making themselves known with the visually impressive Dementium: The Ward for the DS, they went on to make further handheld first person shooters and a couple of side-scrolling 2D titles…
The blue bomber strikes back as a duo of Mega Man 2 badges return to the Badge Arcade! At this point, it’s safe to assume we’ll be seeing a lot more of everyone’s favorite super fighting robot throughout the week, with tomorrow featuring replacement catchers from the third entry in…
Calling all Hot Wheels fans: Today is your lucky day! The Super Mario line of the popular toy is headed to stores now! The line features cars themed after various characters from the Mushroom Kingdom. Mario’s car has a mustache on the bumper, Toad’s has a huge mushroom head…
Those of you who are into art and design be sure to head on over to the UTGP2017 website as soon as possible, as the UNIQLO t-shirt design contest is ending in just a few short days! If you missed the original announcement, the UNIQLO T-Shirt Grand Prix is a…
The Pokémon Company has announced that a special 20th anniversary trading card event is coming to Japan on October 10th. Pokémon Card Game: 20th Anniversary Festa includes a tournament, special giveaways and promotional items galore! A special edition Pikachu full art card will also be given out to those competing…
Animal Crossing, Rhythm Heaven and Mega Man badges have returned to the Nintendo Badge Arcade! Check out what’s new below. Free play?: Yes, and every day until September 1st! Practice catcher: It’s the last day for today’s returning Mega Man badges! Haven’t snagged those yet? Better do it now…
In a strange turn of events earlier today Nintendo of Japan broke tradition and released a New 3DS Virtual Console game outside of its usual Wednesday eShop release window; Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War. The fourth entry in the series, the Super Famicom’s Genealogy of the Holy War…
The Japanese Pokémon Center website seems to be prepping for a certain holiday a bit early, with previews of upcoming Halloween-themed merchandise showing up — and they’re a real treat. Featuring the likes of Pikachu, Eevee, Drifloon, Espeon, Umbreon, Plusle and Minun, the new line up will feature Pokémon dressed…
