Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom look like solid upgrades over their Switch 1 counterparts, but the majority of new features will be tied to a smartphone app called “Zelda Notes.” While we already know…
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,…
The Nintendo Switch is a sleek, minimalist console as far as UI and aesthetic goes – maybe a tad too minimalist, as several commentators have pointed out the console lacking iconic music like the last several Nintendo consoles, or themes like the 3DS. Well, leftover data found in a prerelease…
Japanese developer Falcom’s support for the Nintendo Switch is only growing, with the studio bringing various Ys and Trails games to the platform in recent years. Now one of its more intriguing experiments is heading over, at least in Japan. Tokyo Xanadu was a Vita game that essentially merges the…
My Nintendo is back with another physical reward for North American members, and this time it’s all about Metroid Prime Remastered! For 800 Platinum Points, you can score this Big Pin Set (available in both the US and Canada): The set contains two rustless-iron lapel pins in different…
Update (3/31/23): The Paranormal Science Team is back to kick off this weekend’s Splatfest in Splatoon 3! Get jazzed (and your ink ready) by taking a gander at this truly divine look at this science fiction book-esque piece of art the Squid Research Lab shared: SRL Paranormal Science Team…
A new batch of games have arrived for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, bolstering the Game Boy selection and even giving some love to the long running NES and SNES libraries. For the Game Boy, you’ll be able to adventure through Kirby’s Dream Land 2, the title that introduced the Animal…
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…
Update (9/26/23): Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos is available on Switch today, and right along with it is the game’s launch trailer. Below you’ll find yourself immersed in the land of Anthos: The trailer’s descriptions reads: The land of Anthos was a peaceful and harmonious…
After an extended hiatus due to the pandemic, Nintendo will be returning to PAX East this month — but with one big caveat. Yes, Nintendo will be back at the popular gaming expo, but it will not be showing off The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the company’s…
Yesterday, Vernal Edge brought its merging of Kingdom Hearts combat with Metroidvania exploration to the Nintendo Switch and other platforms, but if you’re a physical collector you might want to wait till September! As announced alongside a new trailer, Vernal Edge will be receiving a physical release for Switch, PlayStation…
While the Tron series has never been one of Disney’s biggest moneymakers, its bizarre sci-fi computer world has continued to be expanded by movies, animation, and yes, video games. Tron: Identity is the next in a long-line of adaptations, though this one takes a different approach. Tron: Identity is a…
Get ready to peep some pups as the dog photography game Pupperazzi is making its way to Switch! Originally released last year across multiple platforms, Pupperazzi sees you go behind the camera and snap photos of dogs in a variety of situations, from the adorable to the silly. Of course,…
It’s been just over a month since The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s $69.99 price point was quietly leaked and then officially announced, and it’s been a fairly hot topic of discussion ever since. Speaking with the Associated Press for an Insider Q&A, Nintendo of America President Doug…
