As time marches ever forward, I’m beginning to have this bizarre sensation of writing retrospectives for films, games, and consoles that I was alive for the launch of. Released on November 18th, 2001, in the US, the Nintendo GameCube came at an exciting time for the games industry. Even to…
Here we go! Let’s take a look at the nominees for the 2024 Game Awards. While Nintendo doesn’t have an entry in the Game of the Year category this year, it currently holds three out of five nominees for Best Family Game, where the company has historically been the favorite…
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…
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are finally here and there are loads of Pokémon to discover and evolve in the Paldea region. In this guide, we will be looking at the adorable and deadly good-boy himself, Greavard, and learn how to evolve it into Houndstone. How to evolve Greavard…
Black Friday sure does come earlier and earlier each year, doesn’t it? Some retailers have just kicked off their Black Friday Deals and there are some REALLY good ones available. Check out the full list below! (The links below are affiliate links.) Please Note: This guide will be updated extensively…
With every Pokémon generation comes version exclusive Pokémon for you to trade with your friends! Here is every version exclusive Pokémon that you can find in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. WARNING: There will be spoilers ahead, so if you want to play the entire game fresh and discover these…
Update (1/24/23): Risen is now available on Switch! You’ll find the launch trailer and an overview of the game below: The 2009 cult-classic RPG Risen is getting a port to modern systems, THQ Nordic and developer Piranha Bytes have announced. The game is an open-world adventure which…
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are finally here and for the first time in recent memory, The Pokémon Company has been pretty quiet about the starters and their evolutions. Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a full list of starter details below for you to review before you start your journey. Whether…
Even though celebrating Black Friday doesn’t make much sense in Europe, what with its connection to the US tradition of Thanksgiving, in recent years it’s become a tentpole event for sales in the region. Nintendo’s not about to let the opportunity slip them by, either, with the company’s European branch…
Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion is shaping up to be more than just a simple remaster, overhauling elements like the combat and especially the visuals to make it much more in-line with the Final Fantasy VII Remake series. Those upgrades are the focus of the game’s latest trailer, which…
The first Pac-Man World Re-PAC update has landed, bringing a variety of features to the game! First up are two DLC packs. The first reskins a powered-up metal Pac-Man to resemble the Chrome Noir Chogokin figures while the second adds a Jukebox to the game’s hub world, letting you jam…
SpongeBob is an international phenomenon, and thankfully the upcoming 3D platformer The Cosmic Shake is going out of its way to cater to as many markets as possible with a variety of language options. The game’s latest trailer spotlights these, featuring an early cutscene in multiple languages. Stay tuned, though,…
Fire Emblem Engage is about two months away, with Nintendo now ready to mobilize and share more of this new entry. A trailer detailing more of the game’s world was shared, introducing allies and enemies you’ll encounter and building on the main character’s relationship with Marth. Also included…
Are you the best Mario Kart Racer around? Prove it in the upcoming Mario Kart 8 Deluxe North American Qualifier, a three-day tournament where the top two racers each day will win prize packs that include trips to Boston, Massachusetts, a jacket, backpack, and more. Top players “may” also get…
Ready to claim your turf? Nintendo Vs. is hosting not one but two upcoming online tournaments — called the Splatoon 3 Splatsville Showdown — with huge prizes on the table, including a trip to Boston, Massachusetts, trophies, and… My Nintendo Gold Points (hey, you can use those to buy stuff!)…
