One of the most hotly debated subjects across the greater video game circles is the simple question of what the greatest video game of all-time is. While the true answer is subjective and open to each individual’s interpretation, another way to tackle the question is to answer what the most…
In the most recent episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi chatted with former Nintendo of America marketing lead Gail Tilden on a variety of topics relating to her time trying to localize different Nintendo products for the West. After discussing the history of Pokémon,…
During the latest episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi had Nintendo of America’s former marketing lead Gail Tilden on and they discussed some of the trials and tribulations she went through trying to market certain Nintendo properties to Western audiences. Two big topics came…
In the world of modifying handhelds and consoles, it’s no surprise to see micro-takes or giant upgrades of the classics. Enter TinyCircuits, known for their tiny takes on devices are going all out for their next release. Check out Thumby – the world’s smallest Game Boy-like handheld (thumbheld?) that resembles…
This November Nintendo will be releasing another anniversary console themed to an anniversary, this time being The Legend of Zelda. If you’re in the UK you can net a handy bonus with a pre-order, with Nintendo’s local branch confirming that it’ll come with a free microfibre cloth that references the…
Mages. and GameLoop’s relatively obscure fighting game Phantom Breaker is getting a second lease of life next year, with it seeing a release in the west for the Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The whole cast is set to be dubbed in English, too, which is the focus of…
Next month 2D Metroid will finally be returning after over a decade-long wait, but unfortunately for those in Europe, the amiibo won’t be arriving alongside it. The 2-part set featuring Samus in her new design and one of the E.M.M.I. robots has been pushed back to November 5th, almost an…
Once again we’re getting a September Nintendo Direct, and this time it looks to be a big one! Tune in 9/23 at 3 p.m. PT for a #NintendoDirect livestream featuring roughly 40 minutes of information focused mainly on #NintendoSwitch games launching this winter. pic.twitter.com/feHBEKfHPG — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica)…
Mario Kart Tour has been in gear for two years now, with premium subscription payments and gacha mechanics not holding it back from success. Maybe it’s the broad appeal of the series, or the frequent debuts of new drivers and courses, but MKT doesn’t look to be slowing down any…
As the Autumn chill and ubiquity of pumpkin spice makes its presence known, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is going in a different direction. The seasons appear to be turning in reverse, with a Spirit Board event in bloom that wouldn’t have been out of place this May. For three…
Jessie and James and Meowth are returning to the world of Pokémon GO soon (that’s right)! Debuting last December during the Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle event, the trio is returning along with Explorer Pikachu to celebrate the movie’s global release. While last year’s event starred Shiny Celebi,…
Furfrou is here in the world of Pokémon GO! Debuting during September 2021’s Fashion Week event, Furfrou’s arrival also brings a new feature to the game – changing forms. This Kalos Pokémon and its various Trims are all available in Pokémon GO, but some fashionable styles are region exclusives or…
After launching on Switch in July to widespread success, the popular Poké-MOBA Pokémon Unite is releasing on mobile platforms tomorrow alongside some big additions to the game. Included is the Galactic Ghost 094 battle pass, new costumes and playable Pokémon like Sylveon, and the Unite Squad feature, which allows you…
Super Monkey Ball has an undeniably catchy and mood-lifting soundtrack, and it seems like the upcoming Banana Mania isn’t moving away from those vibes. If you’re a fan of physical releases and those tunes then you’ll want to keep an eye on iam8bit’s latest collab… That’s right, Sega is teaming…
With Halloween fast-approaching, the Pokémon Center is gearing up for chills, thrills, and scares! Just added to the storefront today is the newest installment in the Pikachu Moods collection, Scared Pikachu. So what’s giving Pika goosebumps? Mime Jr. has jumped out of a jack-in-the-box, flinging into the air towards a…
