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,…
As part of this morning’s Virtua Fighter direct stream, Sega announced that Virtua Fighter 5 REVO will be getting ports to consoles soon. Released for PC via Steam in January, players on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 will be able to jump into the fray to experience one…
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…
Whenever you start Monster Hunter you’ll be equipped in some basic duds, before you go all-out with crafting some more appropriate gear for your playstyle of choice. The upcoming Rise is no different, decking out your character in some decidedly Japanese gear, fitting for the main hub of Kamura Village….
Fight Crab is getting physical — and I’m not just talking about the pincer-swinging, weapon-wielding, moped-mowing crustaceans clobbering each other within the game itself. Physicality Games is offering the bizarre brawler in cartridge, with a standard Nintendo Switch game case and an official soundtrack CD. This version of the game…
Nintendo Hong Kong is definitely feeling generous towards Animal Crossing fans lately. Following news on free downloadable mooncake hat QR codes, the company is also running a special promotion for those who purchase a Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite. Buy a qualifying system and receive a New Horizons-themed tote bag…
In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a yearly tradition in China, Nintendo Hong Kong has shared official download codes for two custom hat designs in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The designs are based on mooncakes, a Chinese delicacy that is traditionally shared during the Mid-Autumn Festival. One features the iconic…
Hades continues to be my current Switch obsession, and while I’ve had no issues diving (or ascending?) through Supergiant Games’ Greek underworld rouge-like, some players have reported issues with their save files. Unfortunately, in some cases, it was previously possible to not have your file load. Thankfully though a patch…
The Ys series is one of Japan’s most enduring Japanese RPG franchises, starting way back in 1987 with Ys I: Ancient Ys Vanished. What started as a relatively rudimentary “action” series, where instead of attacking with a button you simply bumped into enemies to defeat them, has blossomed into a…
It’s been a while since Min Min punched onto the scene in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and fans have been eagerly awaiting to see which character is coming next to the game. Turns out the wait is almost over, as Nintendo is promising a short video presentation for tomorrow, October…
Surprisingly few games put you in the teeny-tiny shoes of a miniature protagonist, but indie developer Lionel “Seith” Gallat set out to break the mold back in 2016 with Ghost of a Tale. In the game, the minstrel mouse Tilo must venture through a medieval world, all on a quest…
Sending your opponents flying is at the core of Smash’s design, making fighters’ weights extra important. Maybe you’re high speed or have great aerial options but that can come at a cost – a cost that Ultimate’s next online tourney event is embracing. 【トーナメントイベント】10/2(金)から3日間、「ふわふわ軽い！ ライト級トーナメント」を開催！ 体重の軽いファイターだけが参加できるトーナメントで、勝ち進むほど豪華なスピリッツが手に入ります。#スマブラSP pic.twitter.com/ycVZH70RPQ — 大乱闘スマッシュブラザーズ【スマブラ公式】…
Jump Rope Challenge was, and I say this in all seriousness, one of the biggest Switch surprises this year. Out of nowhere came this free, simple, exercise game that would only be available for a limited time. Well that time was going to be up today, but Nintendo decided to…
Available in Japan and Europe, we got our hands on the newest batch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo. This time we have Persona 5’s Joker and Dragon Quest series’ Hero – the first and second fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Season 1. Releasing in North America…
Earlier this year, Niantic implemented various temporary bonuses for Pokémon GO players around the world due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, as we approach October, Niantic is beginning to remove some temporary bonuses, but also make some permanent. Outlined in a post on the official Pokémon GO Blog: The following…
