With the Nintendo Switch 2’s release closer than ever, pretty much everything there is to know about the system has been made public. Even prior to the official reveal there was a good amount of features known due to leaks, like the new C button. That being said, all these…
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
As one would expect from the Nintendo Switch 2 featuring mouse functionality with its controllers, players can navigate the Switch 2 home menu with the Joy-Con 2’s mouse mode. The company released a short video showcasing this functionality over the weekend, and it works exactly as you would expect. You…
We’re proud to announce that Nintendo Wire’s charity event, Customs for a Cure, is returning! Join our team and guests on the afternoon of October 1st as we kick off a 24 hour livestream dedicated to raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Simply tune into the official Nintendo…
A pair of Mega Man 4 badges return to the Badge Arcade today. Be sure to grab ‘em quick before they’re replaced by Mega Man 5 badges bright and early tomorrow morning. Free play?: Yup, not to mention every day until September 1st! Huzzah! Practice catcher: Fans of Animal Crossing,…
Well this is a bit of a surprise! In just two days Nintendo will be hosting its first Direct since March, this time focusing on upcoming 3DS titles. It will air on September 1 at 7:00 PT/15:00 GMT on the official Nintendo Direct website. While there are definitely a few…
Let’s Play Video Games is back again with more NX rumors, after last week’s claims of unique force feedback and motion controls. The site, ran by ex-Destructoid staff, states that sources have told them that the NX will have a split D-Pad and a share button, not unlike Sony’s DualShock…
Following Build-A-Bear Workshop’s Pikachu plushie that released earlier this year, the company announced today that their next Pokémon stuffed ball of cuteness will be Eevee. Starting September 1, customers in the US, Canada, and UK will be able to buy the 14-inch Eevee plush online or stuff it with love…
Galaxy Edition New 3DS XL Nintendo has announced an all new Galaxy Edition New 3DS XL console. It’s available to order now at Amazon for $199.99. Toys Meta Knight Nendoroid ($44.99 at Play-Asia) Zero Suit Samus Figma pre-order at Amazon A Link Between Worlds Link Figma ($42.99 at Play-Asia. Ships…
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…
