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…
Wonder Fest was held this past weekend, and with it, come sneak peeks of new Good Smile figures at WonHobby! One of the prototypes shown was a figma for Byleth (Female), the protagonist of Fire Emblem: Three Houses. As Byleth is a prototype, she is currently unpainted, but we’re able…
With Nintendo ready to take the world by storm with the release of the Switch 2, it stands to reason that people are eager to learn if some of 2025’s biggest releases will find a home on the portable console. When it comes to Monster Hunter Wilds, arguably Capcom’s biggest…
2025 is certainly going to be Nintendo’s year. With the looming release of the Switch 2 drawing closer every day, it stands to reason that partners of Nintendo will be making moves to capitalize on the hype going into this next console generation. One such is rumored to be LEGO,…
During the heyday of the fourth console generation, Nintendo created one of the most pivotal games ever with Super Mario Kart. Practically inventing a sub-genre overnight, this unsung kart racer would see some imitators in its infancy, but its true impact wouldn’t be felt until the following generation. Thanks to…
Over the course of the past couple years, the main talking point swirling around among the Nintendo community has been the Nintendo Switch 2. With countless leaks and rumors leading up to its reveal, people have been eager to find out anything they can about this secretive system. Even now…
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…
It’s that time of the week again, Nintendo Music has added a new soundtrack. This week’s entry: Golden Sun! Originally released in 2001 on the Game Boy Advance, Golden Sun is regarded as one of the best games on the Game Boy Advance and was widely popular upon release. Golden…
During Take-Two’s financial results call last week, which Eurogamer graciously summarized, company CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that it “fully expects” the company to support the Switch 2 and even indicated that no game was off the table for the format. He was questioned by investors about the extent that Take-Two…
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…
Nintendo has announced an update to Nintendo Switch Online’s GBA games, with Wario Land 4 set to be released next Friday, February 14th. What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with the smelly, greedy villain Wario? Wario Land 4 first released in 2001 on the Game Boy…
Are you getting Donkey Kong Country Returns HD? Try out the demo if you’re on the fence! The DK Country Returns HD demo is now available to download and features levels 1-1 Jungle Hijinxs, 1-4 Sunset Shore, and 1-6 Crazy Cart. Donkey Kong Country Returns has now been released three…
