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…
The Kunio-Kun franchise has branched off in many different directions in recent years. While the main series is devoted to taking place in contemporary Japan (or River City, in localizations), a few spin-offs have taken things more historical or fantastical. The latest game announcement falls firmly in the former camp,…
Sonic fans who took up Sega’s early release promotion with Sonic Colors: Ultimate over the weekend found more than just Wisps in their Nintendo Switch versions of the game. A variety of graphical and gameplay errors awaited the blue hedgehog and many were shared by fans online. We even encountered…
If Breath of the Wild and The Wind Waker HD are any indication, Link is clearly the master of selfies within the vast world of video game heroes. With that in mind, it makes sense that a little Hylian flair could only help when it comes to striving for that…
The classic PlayStation Monster Rancher games are getting more than an upgrade in the Nintendo Switch and PC versions of Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX. For fans that fondly remember raiding their parents’ CD collection to summon monsters, then you’ll want to check out this special edition that Japan…
In 2010, Sonic Colors was a revelation. After the infamous Sonic the Hedgehog 2006, the controversial Sonic Unleashed, and a bunch of spinoffs of varying quality (the Rush games were great though), we finally had a home-console game from the blue blur that most folks agreed was pretty solid. Now…
With it being September now, it’s officially time to anticipate the next showing from Nintendo. A Direct wouldn’t be out of the ordinary for the month, though nothing has been announced at this time. One thing we do know for sure is that they won’t be sharing anything during the…
If you missed out on Animal Crossing amiibo cards in the past, get ready! Nintendo of America has officially announced in a press email that the retailer will start to carry Series 1-4 again in stores starting in September! In fact, stores all around the US have already started seeing…
Interested in getting your teeth cleaned for free? Well then, how about settling a deal… in Smash? Dr. Tej A. Shah from Zen Family Dental in Ashland, Massachusetts is offering customers a chance to win a free teeth cleaning from his practice by simply conquering him in a one-on-one match…
Pokémon Shirts presented by Original Stitch’s Hoenn collection is now complete! That’s a whopping 135 patterns inspired by Pokémon of the Hoenn region, and the last 35 designs are now available to select when ordering customized shirts, masks, and bandanas. This last batch of Hoenn designs is themed after the…
Ahh, September. You know what that means: cleaning… time…? While most of us associate cleaning with spring, Pokémon Sword and Shield think you could benefit from some tidying up, as evidenced by a new Max Raid Battle event. From now until September 5th at 4:59 p.m. PT, players can take…
Recently, Atlus aired their Shin Megami Tensei V News Vol.2 broadcast, introducing new characters and familiar features to fans eagerly awaiting the RPG’s release. As a followup, we’ve got screenshots of all that was discussed, as well as artwork of new and returning demons. This includes encounters with Shohei Yakumo,…
Welcome to this week’s episode of Mii Weekly, a series where we feature headlines, impressions, and an assortment of variety segments all centered around Nintendo! In this episode we cover a new Big Brain Academy, new guest characters in Monkey Ball Banana Mania, and new characters reveals for Nickelodeon All-Star…
