Nintendo Switch Online is back with new icons, this time themed to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Celebrating the Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid Battle event that will kick off in a few weeks, the icons are meant to get players excited for the battles ahead! In the meantime, you can enjoy…
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…
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…
Typically, mainline Pokémon games are all about defeating the eight Gym Leaders, taking on the Elite Four, and besting the region’s Champion. Throughout almost nine generations of games, the challenge hasn’t changed too much – other than the Island Challenge in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon. As…
Shown in today’s Pokémon Presents, there’s a new battle mechanic in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Similar to Dynamax, the Paldea region will feature the Terastal Phenomenon. Instead of becoming giant Pokémon, or even a massive ‘mon with a new form, Tera Pokémon will sparkle like precious gems and sport a…
This morning’s Pokémon Presents gave us updates on all things Pokémon, including a quick overview of the upcoming Pokémon World Championships, which will take place in London from August 18th to August 21st. Returning to an in-person event for the first time in three years, the Championships will see players…
This morning’s Pokémon Presents gave another glimpse at Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, showing off plenty of new Pokémon, features, and characters. We also got our best look yet at the brand-new Paldea region and the unique way Trainers will be traversing its vast open world: on the backs of Paldea’s…
We’re less than four months away from the release of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and details of our new adventures in the Paldea region have ramped up. Today, during the nearly 20-minute-long Pokémon Presents, we got to see some new Pokémon, new characters, and a brand new mechanic. Akin to…
Today’s Pokémon Presents gave us a lot of exciting details about the upcoming release of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, one of which involves the aspect of enjoying the journey with friends and family. Shown off during the presentation was a close-up look at how players will be able to meet…
As is customary Nintendo has shared its earnings report for the three months ending June 30 2022. Given the current economic troubles worldwide it’s not a glowing result, though compared to other recent companies, like Sony’s gaming division, Nintendo is faring better. Both hardware and software sales were down, with…
Today’s Pokémon Presents promised roughly 20 minutes of Pokémon announcements. Covering a variety of Pokémon mobile games, and the return of Pokémon Worlds in London later this month, the big draw for today’s announcements was more information about Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Not only did we see more of the…
During today’s Pokémon Presents, The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s early purchase Pokémon. Trainers who buy the game before February 28th, 2023, and unlock the Mystery Gift feature in time will get can get special in-game Pikachu. The special Pika will know the move Fly (which it normally…
While today’s Pokémon Presents featured a boatload of new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet information, the official website shared some extra details. Specifically, a news article detailing player customization. For the first time players will be able to “make changes to your character’s eye shape, mouth shape, and more”, while previous…
Get ready for more Scarlet and Violet news, PokéFans, as Pokémon Presents returns with news on those games and more! You can tune in live below starting at 6 a.m. PT!
Indie-pop band OFK’s episodic adventure will soon roll out on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. Last seen in May during Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase, that “Summer 2022” release date holder now has a concrete date. Starting on Thursday, August 18th, you can follow the lives of OFK’s members (Itsumi…
