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…
Two classic Donkey Kong catchers have returned to the Nintendo Badge Arcade! Collect them all and set up a cute, classic kidnapping scenario featuring Pauline and DK on your home screen! Check out what’s new below. Free play?: Nope. Sorry, Mario. Practice catcher: Today’s the last day for the Donkey…
Thanks to a region specific Twitter poll, Miitomo users can now log into their My Nintendo accounts and claim a free reward! The people have spoken and the winner was a stylish pink Boo tee. As a fan of the shy specter and the chosen color I couldn’t be happier,…
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…
As an app based game rooted in the real world, an ever changing place with millions of people playing, there were bound to be changes and updates coming to Pokémon Go and its servers. Recent changes seem to have eliminated certain PokéStops and gyms, though with the possibility of new…
Indie hit Shovel Knight recently made its way over to Japan, and — given the game’s utterly faithful retro roots — Yacht Club Games went all-out on localizing content for the Land of the Rising Sun, as detailed in a write-up on the localization process that went up today on…
A single, solitary Dr. Mario catcher headlines the Badge Arcade today. Exactly why anyone would trust a plumber to prescribe them medication for fighting off deadly viruses still remains unclear. Let’s hope Mario saved up enough coins on his adventures to afford night classes at a prestigious medical school, though…
The slow yet steady trickle of Pokémon Sun & Moon information continues, as eight screenshots have been added to Amazon Japan’s pages for the two games. While most of the screenshots are repeats of things we’ve seen already, like Solgaleo’s and Lunaala’s battle models, a playable male character holding…
Following in the footsteps of Shovel Knight, it appears the 3DS version of Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will be joining the ranks of indie titles that went to retail. Entertainment rental company GameFly has listed the title for a physical release with Maximum Games as its publisher. Originally released…
Help me determine the custom moveset to make these Daisy and Alph amiibo Cards best represent the spirit of the characters! Let’s Unlock Mii V Mii – Season 2: https://www.patreon.com/MiiTJ Support my content on Patreon, and to show my thanks I’ll send you a Custom Mii Fighter amiibo Card like…
The opening of the first Kirby Café in Japan is right around the corner, and on top of the massive number of Kirby-themed treats and merchandise a new exclusive product has been announced – a soundtrack CD! Titled “The Sound of Kirby Café”, the soundtrack features relaxing remixes of classic…
A few days ago, we reported that a massive Snorlax bean bag was coming to the U.S. courtesy of Think Geek. Today, thanks to the folks at PokéShopper, we get our first look at a larger than life Ditto plush heading to Japan this August. The plush retails at 13,000…
The Pokémon 20th anniversary celebrations just keep on coming, and today has brought with it a bunch of projects based on one of the most infamous Pokémon of all – Magikarp. First up, the floundering fish is the focus of “I LOVE Magikarp”, a surprisingly catchy Japanese song that shows…
