Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
Split Fiction, the latest co-op multiplayer game by developer Hazelight, launched on March 6th to critical acclaim. Shortly after launch, it was rumored that a movie adaptation was in the works for the game and we’ve now received confirmation on its existence, along with one of the stars as well…
Well, this is a little unusual. According to data miner Random Talking Bush on Twitter, the only character to be affected by the upcoming 1.1.6 Super Smash Bros. patch is everyone’s favorite sassy witch, Bayonetta. After unpacking the files, "param/fighter_param_vl_bayonetta.bin" and "fighter/bayonetta/script/animcmd/game.bin" are the only two changed. — Random Talking…
The first in a year-long line of DLC packs for Hyrule Warriors Legends is now available worldwide! The Master Wind Waker Pack includes 16 new My Fairy costume pieces, a The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker-themed Adventure Mode map and a new Adventure Mode battle scenario for players to…
Creating a unique, engaging boss encounter in Super Mario Maker is a difficult thing to pull off. Anyone can drop a super-sized Bowser into a fire-breathing Koopa Clown Car – that’s child’s play. But to craft an encounter that spans an entire full-length level, incorporates an evolving giant mech suit,…
To anyone who’s ever wondered what it’s like to be a Pokémon in a Pokémon’s world, now’s your chance! The Wii title PokéPark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure will be releasing in the Wii U eShop tomorrow, Thursday May 19th, for $19.99! The game originally launched back in 2009 and let you…
Monopoly variants are a dime a dozen these days, especially within the realm of video games. Nintendo alone has provided multiple themed variants of the famed century old board game for many of its most popular franchises, including The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon. Today that trend continues with the…
A new collection featuring Pikachu is now available over at the online Pokémon Center. The collection, featuring a black and white, comic-esque Pikachu, contains six items: a messenger bag, a hoodie, a spiral-bound notebook, a trading card binder, a glass tumbler and a playmat. The notebook and the tumbler are…
Nintendo of America has confirmed that the SNES classic Contra 3: The Alien Wars will be arriving in the New 3DS eShop tomorrow! This marks the first third party SNES title to arrive on the New 3DS in the U.S. since launching in March. Contra 3: The Alien Wars will…
Nintendo has hinted to the fact that it might expand its business interests to include creating quality of life devices. According to an article from Game Informer, the company’s articles of incorporation were amended to include two new additions: “Development, manufacturing and sale of medical devices and health devices” and…
The ludicrously named JRPG 7th Dragon III Code: VFD is launching in North America July 12th, so 3DS owners don’t have too long to wait before they can dive into yet another lengthy portable adventure. To make sure players have a lot of content to look forward to, Sega has…
Do you like Bug-type Pokémon? Do you like collecting things? If the answer is yes, then the new Vivillon catcher featuring even more Vivillon patterns in the Badge Arcade is perfect for you! If bugs make you squeamish though, no worries! There are some adorable new Pikmin catchers featured in…
Lately, there’s been a trend of private events at Nintendo NY resulting in the second floor being closed for specific days. The second floor is of particular interest as it’s where the majority of demo units are held, as well the large demo screen built into the wall of the…
According the the official Japanese Pokémon Twitter account, new Pokémon Sun and Moon information will be released on June 2nd! When translated, the tweet reads: “New information on Pokémon Sun and Moon is coming soon on June 2nd! Check the official site for a new video soon!” Unfortunately, there’s no…
