During the Switch 2 Direct earlier this week, Nintendo outlined what it is calling “Switch 2 Enhanced Games” for the new console. As the title suggests, these will be Switch 1 games that feature enhancements for the Switch 2 without being natively developed for the platform. Nintendo Wire currently has…
During today’s Nintendo Treehouse Live stream, Capcom was on hand to showcase some gameplay of Street Fighter 6 running on the Switch 2. While the game is obviously not on par with the visuals for the PC, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X versions of the game, it does still…
In a surprising bit of news this morning, Nintendo of America has revealed that the pre-order date for the Switch 2 has been delayed so that the company can assess the impact of the latest round of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. GameSpot was given a statement from the…
Each passing week brings us closer and closer to the release of the latest entry in one of my favorite Nintendo franchises, Splatoon 3. As we get close to release, more information is becoming available, and today’s news is a big confirmation. The researchers at the Squid Research Lab have…
Pikachu has done many things but now the Pokémon mascot is about to make one of life’s biggest decisions – marriage. That’s right, the next wave of official Pokémon merchandise is themed around a Garden Wedding featuring Pikachu wearing both western and eastern styles of dress. Other items are…
The long-awaited Nintendo Switch entry in the Wii Sports series is finally here, and along with the six sport modes you can play in Nintendo Switch Sports, there’s also a secret/special tennis minigame for players to discover in the credits. How to play First, head to the credits…
Yet another major video game company acquisition has happened, but it likely isn’t one you expected. Square Enix has sold a variety of its Western-made IP and their associated studios to the Swedish video game holding company the Embracer Group for $300 million. The affected studios include Crystal Dynamics, Eidos…
Initially announced in 2021 to promote a themed airplane traveling experience in Japan, the Pokémon GO x Pokémon Air Adventures event is now happening in May 2022. With the delay, there have also been some new changes in Pokémon GO. Niantic just rolled out the revamped Mega Evolution system, so…
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,…
Big things are happening in Pokémon GO! With the arrival of Mega Kangaskhan and the improved Mega Evolution system, Niantic is hosting a Mega Raid Day. Kangaskhan, a regional exclusive in the world of Pokémon GO, will be easier to catch worldwide thanks to the appearance of Mega Kangaskhan in…
Every month, Niantic spotlights a Pokémon for Pokémon GO’s Research Breakthrough encounter. This feature was added to the game in April 2018 as part of the Field Research system. Essentially a quest system, Trainers can acquire Field Research tasks by logging in daily and/or spinning PokéStops (one task per PokéStop…
It’s been a very busy, multiple announcements kind of week for Pokémon GO and Niantic isn’t stopping. This time it’s about the long-delayed Pokémon Air Adventures event and its new, worldwide event for 2022. Since it’s been a year since it was initially announced, there are a few new changes…
Mario Kart Tour is traveling from Amsterdam all the way to Isle Delfino for its next in-game event. The two-weeklong Doctor Tour might not be seasonal or city themed, but it’s nostalgic on a couple fronts. Not only is the fan-favorite Coconut Mall track making its mobile debut (after returning…
Another physical reward has been added to My Nintendo! Animal Crossing fans who are in need of something both cute and practical, this one’s for you: a three-pack coaster set sporting beloved Brewster of The Roost café is now available for 700 Platinum Points. Serving as both a…
Do you miss the earliest days of Wii Remote waggle? Are you eager to re-evaluate the furniture placement in your living room for safety purposes? Do you love watching a spectrum of demographics enjoy video games? Then we have a launch trailer absolutely made for you! Nintendo Switch Sports has…
