Of all of the games to come out within the past decade, it’s undeniable that Hollow Knight was one of the most impactful even among bigger studio releases. Originally released in early 2017, Hollow Knight took the world by storm, and following that success, a sequel game called Hollow Knight:…
Welcome to the start of our Nintendo Wire Home Arcade series. To celebrate my 40th birthday and the 10 year anniversary of Nintendo Wire, I’m making a childhood dream come true: building the ultimate home arcade. Preparing the Space Fast forward to today, and I’ve set aside…
In a bit of news that probably isn’t too surprising for most people, Take-Two has decided it will be delaying Grand Theft Auto VI into 2026. The new release date for the game will be May 26th, 2026, after previously being scheduled for Fall 2025. In a statement to various…
Digital video game sales once felt like a novelty – an intriguing alternative to driving to the store and purchasing a physical disc, one that would never really catch on. But despite a large segment of the consumer base voicing a demand for physical goods, digital sales account for a…
Pokémon GO, the world’s latest mobile phenomenon, is already raking in huge profits. In the week since its launch in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S., it has risen to the top of the Most Downloaded and Highest Grossing charts in both the Android and iOS app stores in both…
Munny creator and vinyl desk toy juggernaut Kidrobot has announced a partnership with Sega to manufacturer merchandise based on the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise in celebration of the Blue Blur’s 25th anniversary. You will be able to pick up a Sonic the Hedgehog Mini Series Blind Box, a keychain series…
It’s the 20th anniversary of Pokémon, and the franchise seems to be popping up everywhere as of late. Sun and Moon releases this November, and if you haven’t heard anything about Pokémon GO this week you’ve probably been hiding under a rock. Next, our favorite creature-capturing franchise looks to enter…
Those who plan on picking up Yo-Kai Watch 2 later this year will have to make a choice between going physical or digital, as both will have their own unique bonuses. If you pick up or order a boxed copy of Bony Spirits or Fleshy Souls from any store you’ll…
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Welcome to Collectors Corner! Each week I’ll be bringing you a special article on the special editions of consoles and other Nintendo merchandise that I love. Ever since I was a kid, Nintendo’s special editions have stood out to me, and I’m excited to share that passion with you all….
Five Pikmin catchers have returned to the Nintendo Badge Arcade today! They’re only swarming through for the day though, so catch these adorable little guys while the going’s good. Free play? No. [sigh] Practice catcher: All those glorious 8-bit Super Mario Bros. catchers are leaving the Arcade today. I can’t…
You heard that right, folks: The Wii U Virtual Console is finally getting its first batch of TurboGrafx-16 games! Starting tomorrow, players will be able to download the classics Bonk’s Adventure, New Adventure Island and R-Type. As the title would suggest, Bonk’s Adventure follows the prehistoric adventures of Bonk: a…
The 1989 Capcom classic beat ’em up, Final Fight, will be available for download via the Nintendo Virtual Console tomorrow. The game follows three different characters named Mike Haggar, Cody and Guy who are on a quest to save a young girl named Jessica, who was mysteriously kidnapped one day….
It would be a tremendous understatement to say that Pokémon GO has taken the world by storm (or at least the places where it’s available). While we’re storming the streets looking for that rare Pocket Monster, developer Niantic is looking for ways to capitalize on the sensation. In an interview…
Nintendo has announced its extensive lineup for San Diego Comic-Con later this month. Tournaments and playable Wii U and 3DS titles will be available on the show floor. They include several yet-to-be-released titles, like Yo-Kai Watch 2 and Metroid Prime: Federation Force. The Play Nintendo Family Lounge will be open…
