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…
Leading up to Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions’ release on the Nintendo Switch, Bandai Namco has been producing videos showing off the various teams you’ll face on the field. Today, meet the England Junior Youth and Argentina Junior Youth teams. ENGLAND JUNIOR YOUTH Robson: A defender who…
What do you get when you combine Asteroids, Galaga, and EDM-version of Tron? You get a #FUNTIME, that’s what. Ok, maybe my equation is a bit off compared to The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild’s formula. Their upcoming game, #FUNTIME, is a mash-up of Geometry Wars and Smash TV with an extra…
Ninatic is prepping Pokémon Trainers around the world for this year’s Pokémon GO Fest! To get psyched-up for the 48-hour fun-filled event, July’s Community Day will be taking place the Sunday beforehand. Prepare for a spooky time as Gastly, winner #2 of Niantic’s last Community Day Pokémon poll, will be…
Limited Run Games and Meridiem Games are partnering up to bring KUNAI, the ninja-metroidvania, into the physical realm. Released back in February via the Nintendo eShop, soon you can add this indie title to your collection. The Arcade Crew, publisher for KUNAI, made the announcement today on Twitter. Limited Run…
Masahiro Sakurai’s Famitsu columns aren’t always about Super Smash Bros. in particular — sometimes they’re just about the general experience of being a game director. Such is the case with his latest piece, where he discusses the qualities that in his view make a good game director. Sakurai focuses primarily…
Universal Studios Japan may have delayed the opening of Super Nintendo World, but that means a few more finishing touches can be added. Thanks to the theme park reopening at half capacity, we’ve been treated to quite a few images and video clips showing off the land’s animatronics. Today, we…
Unfortunately, it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit longer for Crysis on Nintendo Switch. Developer Crytek announced in a statement yesterday that they’ll need to “delay the launch date [for all platforms]” of Crysis Remastered. The announcement came after a trailer leaked for the game on YouTube, ultimately…
Koei Tecmo’s new RPG based on the Fairy Tail franchise is heading to Switch at the end of July and as a result the marketing is hitting its crescendo. For starters, we’ve got a sneak peek at a Unison Raid attack, designed for the game by series creator Hiro Mashima….
When it comes to long running JRPG series, for me there’s no touching the Tales of series. Maybe it was how impressionable I was when playing Tales of Symphonia, or seeing more of these games regularly localized, but you just can’t replicate the legacy they’ve laid. That’s why I’m happy…
Mario Kart Tour is fueling up for a seaside getaway, with a new Marine Tour planned for the mobile game. That means new karts and parts, but best of all drivers – and this new pair are bringing swimwear. Mario and Rosalina both look to be set for…
Nintendo’s cute little fitness game is getting a little bigger and a little cuter. Jump Rope Challenge has just received a free update, bringing in costumes of some favorite Nintendo characters. A free update for #JumpRopeChallenge is now available, adding new costumes, backgrounds and even the ability to double-under!…
Summertime is coming in hot on all Animal Crossing fronts. New Horizons is bringing in a swarm of new critters along with the wetsuit this Friday, and now Pocket Camp is hosting a Gulliver lead garden event and this zesty new fortune cookie. Audie’s Lemon Cookie brings together…
