Despite the success Nintendo has been having with the Switch 2, there are a ton of avenues where it seems to be backsliding into corporate overreach this generation. One such is a line in its EULA that gives Nintendo the freedom to brick your Switch 2 console if the company…
Can you believe that the N64 classic Perfect Dark is 25 years old? It actually turned that on May 22, 2025, but now is as good a time as any to remember the impact it had for not only Nintendo, but its developer Rare. The game shifted Nintendo’s image from…
In its quest to become the worst company in America, Microsoft has announced a new round of layoffs for the company today. In a memo sent out to the press as if it’s a time to celebrate, Microsoft revealed it will be laying off around 9,100 employees with the majority…
No franchise quite does crossovers like Capcom’s Monster Hunter. You may remember the last game offered up costumes from a wide variety of Nintendo properties, from Mario to Animal Crossing. Of course the Zelda collaboration was one of the highlights, letting your hunter don Link’s Skyward Sword tunic and take…
Nintendo of Japan has announced an all new Animal Crossing amiibo diorama for release in Japan alongside Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival. This diorama has room for four amiibo and folds for easy storage. At the moment, the only way to obtain the Japanese exclusive diorama is to purchase Animal Crossing:…
UPDATE: The official Japanese Nintendo YouTube channel has released an all new Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival trailer showcasing all the amiibo fun! Check it out below! Nintendo of Europe has released an all new trailer for Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival, which showcases the board game style of gameplay featured in…
The latest episode of Nintendo Minute showcases the upcoming Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival by hosting the very first unboxing. Also featured in the video is a closeup view of the three amiibo cards bundled with the game. These amiibo cards are not numbered but instead have a green leaf in…
Big Box retailer Meijer has released its Black Friday ad online today with a brand new Wii U bundle gracing the front page. Included in the bundle are digital copies of Splatoon and Super Smash Bros. Both games are pre-loaded and ready to play. The console is priced at $249.99…
Despite being a celebration of all-things Zelda, Hyrule Warriors had some glaring omissions back when it first launched for the Wii U in 2014; most notably it was missing any representation from the world of the Wind Waker. Thankfully in the upcoming 3DS port of the title we’ll be seeing…
It’s almost time for our favorite plumber to hit the half-court in Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash; thankfully Nintendo is maintaining the hype with a steady stream of trailers. Recently the publisher showed off Bowser Jr. facing off against the undead form of his dad, Dry Bowser, but this most recent…
UPDATE (11/4): Just a reminder; the Super Mario Maker update goes live at 5:00 p.m. PST today. Read the article below for the full list of updates included! All of you Super Mario Maker fans are in for a treat! It looks like Nintendo has been listening to all of…
Nintendo has a way of charming its fans with not only its games, but its marketing as well. We most recently saw that charm in the Super Mario Maker trailer that was released a few months ago. In the company’s new holiday commercial, we’re given a glimpse of what it’s…
New Style Boutique 2 is a 3DS game dedicated to fashion, and what better way to celebrate the art of virtual trend setting than by using your very own amiibo to do it? The newest installment in the series gives you the ability to unlock costumes using your amiibo. Here…
UPDATE: A new Pokkén Tournament (for the Wii U) trailer has been released showing off Mewtwo’s brand new dark form. His official name, Shadow Mewtwo, is revealed in a very short sneak peek at the end of the video. An update for the arcade title Pokkén Tournament brought a little…
During its recent investors meeting, Nintendo gave us a first glimpse at its new universal account system. It hopes that by making the account easy to create, and incorporating it into both consoles and smart devices, more users will be attracted to Nintendo hardware and IP. There are plenty of…
