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…
Just over a month ago at the August Nintendo Direct, SEGA and Nintendo announced that the Yakuza series would finally be making its way to the Nintendo Switch with the release of Yakuza Kiwami on October 24th. Originally thought to be a digital-only release, the folks at Limited Run Games…
Tomb Raider fans have been eating good over the past year! Earlier this year, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered was released on Nintendo Switch, featuring updated versions of Lara Croft’s first three adventures. Now, it looks like three more classic adventures are getting the remastered treatment with Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered. Check…
Another Mega Pokémon finally joins Pokémon GO! For the Season of Max Out, Mega Mawile is here and gets their own Mega Raid Day event. Similar to previous Raid Day events, Mega Mawile can be found in Mega Raids (along with the chance to encounter a Shiny Mawile, if you’re…
Yesterday, the internet was dumbstruck when Nintendo, as they do, randomly dropped a five minute trailer for an alarm clock (Alarmo) and a webpage announcing a playtest within hours of each other. We all learned from this webpage that applications would be available today October 10th at exactly 8 a.m….
Sonic X Shadow Generations is just a couple weeks away, and Sega’s just checked off a big, fanservice-y box on their prerelease plans. Dark Beginnings, a three part animated series focused on Shadow, has just had its final episode go live. Episode 1 Episode 2 …
Are you ready for an island-hopping, jazzy-jumping, Bros. bonding adventure?! Because Nintendo sure wants you to be with the return of the Mario & Luigi RPG series. The fifth installment is nearly here, and as is customary for these final legs a longer overview trailer has been shared detailing the…
With the Switch nearing the end of its lifespan and rumors growing more and more numerous, everyday feels like a waiting game for Nintendo to reveal new hardware. Just yesterday all of the waiting finally paid off as Nintendo revealed what everyone was waiting for: the Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo!…
As the Nintendo Switch trucks along in what is sure to be its final year, it would stand to reason that Nintendo is looking at expanding the options of Nintendo Switch Online for its successor console. While we still have no idea what the device’s name is (Switch 2? Super…
There’s a long-running joke in video game circles that I’m sure you’ve heard about the star of The Legend of Zelda actually being named Link, a sword fighter whose quest is to save the titular Princess Zelda. Over the years the joke morphed into an earnest sentiment: people wanted to…
Update (10/25/24): Splatoween, the spookiest Splatfest in Splatoon 3, kicks off today! So naturally, those over at the lab have shared the latest art to celebrate. Check it out below! It’s the spookiest month of the year once again, and Splatoon 3 is making sure not to…
The next partnership between Pokémon and Crocs is nearly here! Foot Locker has revealed the release date for the upcoming collaboration, set for October 17th. You’ll be able to find the clogs on the Crocs website, as well as in-person at Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, and Champ Sports. Four…
Nintendo fans have been dying for a new hardware release, and Nintendo finally delivered… sort of. Earlier this morning, Nintendo announced Alarmo, an all-new alarm clock available for purchase in early access for Nintendo Switch Online members right now. According to Nintendo, Alarmo is an interactive alarm clock…
