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,…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
Split Fiction, the latest co-op multiplayer game by developer Hazelight, launched on March 6th to critical acclaim. Shortly after launch, it was rumored that a movie adaptation was in the works for the game and we’ve now received confirmation on its existence, along with one of the stars as well…
2021 is a big year for the Pokémon franchise and The Pokémon Company has plenty of announcements, merchandise, surprises, and more in store! The Pokémon Cafés in Japan aren’t being left out and will be serving up something quite sweet and fitting for the 25th anniversary. Introducing Pikachu’s Quick Attack!…
If you want to see your face on a wall of other faces while someone talks about Monster Hunter Rise, you’re in luck! The upcoming Monster Hunter Rise digital event on March 9th will feature a wall of fans dialing in via Zoom. And the good news is that anyone…
Do you want to dance in starlight or lay back and relax to some of your favorite Persona tunes? Atlus has announced that five of Persona’s live music performances will be rebroadcasted through Japanese video service NicoNico starting Saturday, February 27th, and ending on Sunday, April 11th. The following times…
It’s been tough for fans and competitors in the world of Pokémon TCG. Besides the fact that in-person events are still canceled, the recent surge in popularity for the trading card game has made it difficult to even find packs at MSRP. Even now, despite the recent statements to increase…
When you think of the word “auteur” in the context of the video games industry, Hideo Kojima is likely to be near the top of the list of figures that deserve such a title. Creator of the Metal Gear series, Snatcher, Zone of the Enders, and Death Stranding, Kojima’s games…
It’s been over 14 years since Wii Sports graced living rooms worldwide and kickstarted the phenomenon that was the Nintendo Wii, and yet it seems discoveries are still being made within the game. YouTube user Plyd823 has found a new glitch in Wii Sports Golf that allows the player to…
Funko is keeping their convention exclusive merchandise going this year, despite the likely cancellation for all large-scale events this year. Returning to the virtual space, Funko Virtual Con will be here soon, starting with the convention exclusives for the Spring 2021 season. With Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) up first,…
Nippon Ichi Software has been one of the Switch’s most ardent supporters, putting out regular releases ever since the system’s launch. Of those, The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince managed to make quite an impression. Its dark fairytale concept and visuals were a delight, and despite a few problems…
Fall Guys may not be arriving on Switch for a few months, but the free for all fall-brawl has awed with its collection of cameo costumes since release. These have included characters from Devolver Digital’s library, like Enter the Gungeon and Hotline Miami, and even a superstar like Sonic the…
Upon the launch of the original No More Heroes on Nintendo Switch, fans were quick to notice that the “K-Entertainment” music track was missing from the release. This was also brought to the attention of Engine Software (the company which helped port the game onto the system), and in October…
Skyward Sword may be considered one of the more divisive entries in the Legend of Zelda series, but that hasn’t stopped the announcement of its upcoming Nintendo Switch remaster gaining immense hype from fans. Like a free Loftwing, Skyward Sword HD has soared its way upward, perching atop the number…
I’ve been a fan of SNK’s NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection line of games since it began. Even earlier, if you consider it kicked off with SNK Gals’ Fighters before that collective designation was introduced. After that mighty bop of a debut, they’ve been checking boxes off from their fighting franchises….
