When looking back at JRPGs and their communities over the years, a concern that will come up time and time again is localization. Oftentimes, especially in the past, whether or not a new game would see release outside of Japan felt like a coinflip. Ys X: Nordics, the latest entry…
It’s been roughly 15 years since I last played Madden, about the same amount of time since I last played football in real life, actually. I played football for a big chunk of my youth, and even declined an opportunity to play junior college football to focus on my grades….
In a new interview posted by Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier today, the noted industry pundit had a chance to talk with Team Cherry ahead of the announcement of Hollow Knight: Silksong’s release date. As many have been wondering for the better part of a decade, why did Silksong take seven years…
Nintendo’s plans for 2022 are mostly an enigma. Granted, we know about some releases, like Kirby and the Forgotten Land, but many games remain an enigma. Thankfully Nintendo is here with another Direct running roughly 40 minutes long that’s set to primarily give us updates on games releasing in the…
Nintendo Directs are frequent enough that the patterns and expectations set in. Requests, predictions, and telltale signs start pouring in. Those commonalities are great, but it’s the surprises — the unprecedented teases and possibilities — that make these. I present to you, one such for today. 朝7時って、すごいな。雪が降ってるかもしれない。 https://t.co/TQk985WDqp —…
The storybook-inspired The Cruel King and the Great Hero is one of our most anticipated titles from NISA. Building upward from Liar Princess and the Blind Prince‘s own dalliance into this style, it was originally slated for a March 1st release. Now though, it’s slid slightly back per an announcement…
Want to skateboard in a chill, colorful world of grinding and vibes? Then OlliOlli World, releasing today, might be up your alley, and they’ve got a launch trailer to peruse: Firmly stating that the game isn’t dramatic, heart-pounding, or anything else likely to raise your blood pressure, the…
The Chansey line of Pokémon has long been associated with healing, being a fixture at Pokémon Centers in the anime and possessing rare health-recovery moves like the trademark Soft-Boiled in the game. And Game Freak has carried that legacy into Pokémon Legends: Arceus with an absolutely fantastic easter egg. …
People by and large have taken well to Pokémon Legends: Arceus’ expansive world and new take on the series — but if there’s one thing people are still harping on (and will likely never stop harping on as long as we live), it’s the graphics. Accusations of the game looking…
It seems as if the Yu-Gi-Oh! fans have made themselves heard, because Konami has just announced that they’re celebrating over 10 million installs for Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel. An impressive feat for sure, considering the game hasn’t even been out for a month yet. This announcement comes less than two weeks…
As we approach Valentine’s Day love is most certainly in the air, and to capitalize on these burgeoning affections Marvelous and XSEED have released a duo of new trailers featuring Rune Factory 5’s eligible bachelors and bachelorette’s. Better yet, Rune Factory 5 is following in its sister series…
Nintendo’s streak of releasing a Nintendo Direct in February continues, and this year it’s a big one! Running at roughly 40 minutes long, tomorrow’s presentation will bring is news on games releasing in the first half of 2022. Tune in 2/9 at 2 p.m. PT for a #NintendoDirect livestream featuring…
Been itching to fill out your Switch library with some digital titles? Well, if you’re in Europe you’re in luck, as Nintendo’s regional branch has announced that a “February Fest” sale is imminent. Enjoy savings on 1,000+ games in the February Fest #NintendoSwitch #eShop Sale, starting this Thursday at…
Gift boxes are a staple in the Animal Crossing franchise, and now you can show your AC love in real life: My Nintendo UK has added a wrapping paper set for the price of 400 Platinum Points. The set includes three varieties of wrapping paper — a quilt-like…
Sometimes to get the hot news you have to hit the streets, and the word on the streets (or rather, in GameStop windows) is that Pokémon Legends: Arceus is getting its first distribution event later this month, where players can get a Hisuian Growlithe and 20 Feather Balls from February…
