At Anime Expo 2024, Sega will be holding a special panel dedicated to all things Shadow the Hedgehog. While the majority of the panel looks to be focused on the upcoming Sonic x Shadow Generations: Dark Beginning animated short, there will be a general discussion about Shadow as a character…
Seemingly out of nowhere, the open-source, cross-platform emulation tool RetroArch has launched for iOS devices. For those unfamiliar, RetroArch is an all-encompassing program that lets you plug in different emulation cores to access retro games from a variety of platforms easily. It also offers a ton of customization options for…
When discussing the most influential gaming systems of all time, one name that’s sure to come up in conversation is the Nintendo 64. Debuting in 1996, this innovative home console defined a generation of video games and the laundry list of beloved entries goes on and on. From titles like…
In a move that displays the raw power of anime chess, Fire Emblem Heroes has become the first mobile game from Nintendo to make over $1 billion from player spending in its lifetime. With a B. All for a mobile game. And people wonder how gacha is so lucrative. People…
Valve created a lot of games using the same Source engine back in the late 2000’s, including Portal, Half-Life 2, Counter-Strike, and Team Fortress 2. The first two in particular are tied together even closer, with Portal effectively being a mod of Half-Life 2 and sharing a lot of the…
The Pokémon Trading Card Game’s Pokémon GO-themed expansion arrives on store shelves tomorrow, July 1st, and it’s been confirmed that a special promo card will be distributed via select retailers across North America. The card, featuring Pikachu wearing a blue cap which will be a familiar sight to Pokémon GO…
Earlier this month Nintendo attempted to open orders for the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Special Edition. It did not go well. Very few secured their purchases, with demand overwhelming the My Nintendo Store and fans clamoring for roundabout ways to get the coveted collectible. After hours of uncertainty and website-fueled frustrations,…
Need a more traditional gamepad for Nintendo Switch but don’t want to shell out the big bucks for an official Pro Controller? Check out these lower-cost colorful alternatives coming from PowerA, which is releasing three new designs in its Enhanced Wired Controller lineup. First up are two different Pikachu designs…
Of the many pleasant surprises about the first Mario + Rabbids was the musical soundtrack, composed by the legendary Grant Kirkhope. Kirkhope brought his usual sound of whimsy and adventure to a cartoony game perfectly suited for it, and it’s no surprise that he’s back for the sequel — but…
A few months ago, it was announced that classic JRPG and very good video game Legend of Mana would be getting an anime adaptation sometime this year to commemorate the series’ 30th anniversary. While released with a short teaser, we finally have a proper PV to sink our teeth into….
One of the very welcome surprises from yesterday’s Nintendo Direct Mini was the announcement that Nier:Automata would be coming to Nintendo Switch as The End of YoRHa Edition. This new version features the DLC and costumes from the original title, as well as some new exclusive costumes. Now, we have…
With the North American International Championships wrapping up last week, it’s time for the victors across the globe to start prepping for a trip to the World Championships. This year they’ll be held in London, England, and will be held between August 18 – 21 at the ExCel London convention…
The early years of video games were dominated by Atari in North America, with countless classics getting their start on the company’s various consoles. Now, to mark the company’s 50th anniversary, Digital Eclipse is developing a new bundle featuring old favorites and even a couple of new experiences. Atari 50:…
After yesterday’s release date reveal, Ubisoft is back with a closer look at Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, starting at 9 a.m. PT | 11 a.m. CT | 12 p.m. ET. You can watch below:
Today’s Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase provided a bevy of third party news for Nintendo Switch, from long-awaited announcements like the Persona series hitting the console to fresher surprises like a Pac-Man World remake. There were a couple smaller titles that flew under the radar, however, which we’ve compiled here…
