Nintendo’s video game legacy has come a long way since its inception; from the company’s first games in the ‘70s to the worldwide influence it holds now, there’s been a lot lost to time along the way. One of the more memorable relics of the past was the Nintendo Space…
The trend of converting classic and popular Pokémon into life-sized plushes has finally reached its logical conclusion. After years of bringing some of our favorite buddies to life, such as Psyduck, Porygon, and Mew, Japan’s Pokémon Center has given into the memes and created the ultimate life-sized plush: Gardevoir. Every…
Well, this is an article I wasn’t expecting to write today, but I’m sure glad I am! Two icons from the early 2000s collide as Netflix just released the opening credits for their upcoming Devil May Cry animated series—featuring music from none other than Limp Bizkit! Give it a listen/watch…
The final chapter in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s story is finally here! The Mochi Mayhem Epilogue is now available for players to enjoy. The event does require having completed the story of the base game, the Teal Mask, and the Indigo Disk, so be sure to do those first if…
In an incredibly bizarre turn of events, the long-dead Gameshark company may have accidentally leaked the release window for Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console. In a press release by Altec Lansing (which is another old-school brand that I thought was gone), the company announced a new partnership with Ai Shark,…
While Funko Pops may have lost some of their allure over the last 13 years, the occasional set can still recapture the magic of those original vinyl figures. One such set is the upcoming Pokémon Starter Set, featuring mini Pop figures of Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle—all in an amazing recreation…
Over the past several years I’ve made a pretty big discovery about myself in relation to video games: I absolutely love Metroidvanias. I tried and tried when I was younger to love Metroid, but something about it just didn’t click with me. I kept trying every now and then, and…
It’s 2024, countries worldwide are seeing a surge in amiibo restocks, but the distribution appears oddly sporadic. Some countries experience massive restocks across the board, while here in the US, the situation is a bit more chaotic. With that in mind, here is a comprehensive roundup of every restock and…
In a new Op/Ed over on GamesIndustry.biz, writer Christopher Dring postulates that Nintendo is starting to look into letting other developers play around with some of its IP. While Dring is privy to some insider knowledge that he can’t share, many are taking his words as merely a rumor. Why…
Raid Battles made the jump from Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Sword and Shield) to Generation IX (Scarlet and Violet). While similar, the big difference this time around is the Terastal phenomenon, where Pokémon’s type can change to one of the 18 different types available in-game. Not to mention, Pokémon will receive…
In just a few short days, the final part of the Scarlet & Violet DLC will be released, marking the end of updates for the games. This epilogue will focus on the land of Kitakami and is not expected to feature any new areas like The Teal Mask and The…
Call it an inevitability or preparation for what’s next. Nintendo has a habit of stopping the printing of their first party titles towards the end of a console’s life cycle. Don’t worry though, the games in question don’t go away entirely! What happens when a first party game goes…
Fans of the N64 and Super Smash Bros. are in for a treat. The creators behind the fabulous mod “Smash Remix” have recently released version 1.5.0, updating the game with new features, items, and a host of new characters. A very brilliantly put-together trailer that mimics some of the official…
Hold on this can’t be right… it’s 2024 and I’m still writing about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board events? Yes, as previously announced we’re about to see brand new Spirits arrive in Smash Ultimate! The focus this time is on newer Switch titles relevant to Ultimate, with four in…
Xbox Game Studios may be gearing up to bring more of its first-party titles to competing platforms like Nintendo Switch. Reports and rumors have circled over the past few days from various sources, including games journalist Jeff Grubb and podcaster Nate the Hate. Is Sea of Thieves coming to…
