With the Switch 2 set to be unveiled at some point within the next 90 days, it stands to reason that Nintendo would need to finalize the hardware specifications for its next-generation device. This will, inevitably, result in patents being published, which is exactly what has happened recently. As spotted…
It seems as if we couldn’t start 2025 without some bad news. According to a post on ResetEra by industry pundit Imran Khan, Nintendo’s Punch-Out series may effectively be dead. In a thread reminiscing about the rather excellent 2009 Wii Punch-Out, Kinda Funny Games Host Imran Khan recounted a story…
As any die-hard Zelda fan will know, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time originally started development as a very different game. We’ve heard rumors of it being envisioned as a remake of Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link, but we’ve seen footage from the 1996 Spaceworld showcase that was…
Originally announced in 2019, cel-shaded first-person shooter XIII would be receiving a remake for this console generation. Then, thanks to a listing on Amazon Spain, we were expecting to go in guns blazing on November 10th, 2020. Sadly, this isn’t the case for the Nintendo Switch version of the remake….
It’s been possible to play Stardew Valley with friends since 2018, but up until now it was only possible on separate systems. Thankfully that’ll soon be changing, as developer Concerned Ape has promised that the version 1.5 update will add split-screen co-op to the game. In Stardew Valley 1.5,…
A new Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity trailer has arrived to kick off the week, showing gameplay from various characters. The focus here seems to be on the Sheikah Slate and its runes, though we also see Koroks make a welcome reappearance. That includes Hestu, the gift-giving, maraca…
UPDATE: With Nintendo bringing back Splatoon 2’s Splatoween (a.k.a. Halloween-themed Splatfest) this year, it also means that some spooky headgear is returning! Yes, the Kyonshi Hat, Li’l Devil Horns, a Hockey Mask, and the Anglerfish Mask are back. The way to get them is still the same. Turn on your…
Mortal Kombat 11’s next round of DLC is nearly upon us, bringing three new characters to NetherRealm’s latest. Leading the trio is Rain, the water-themed, katar wielding, purple ninja, and demigod. That’s quite a resume for what started as a Prince reference. His gameplay video shows plenty of…
Today’s the day Nintendo brings Mario Kart to your living room in a whole new way with Mario Kart Live: Home Tour. This blend of remote controlled car and AR video game will take some creativity to make the most out of it, and Nintendo has shared some course making…
Remember DSiWare? Hell, remember the DSi? That handheld digital storefront is where Shantae got her second chance in 2010, and WayForward’s half-genie flagship has never looked back. Now that game is back on a Nintendo handheld (and home) system in the form of Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut, an…
Physical Switch collectors, rejoice! Square Enix of Asia has announced that Final Fantasy IX will be getting a physical release in the region later this year. While this release has not been announced yet for regions outside of Asia, the game will come with English Language support right out of…
Start hitting those question blocks fast because you are going to need every Platinum Point you can get your hands on right now. Nintendo has recently been on a spree adding new physical rewards to the My Nintendo store rewards page. Today, the company added five new physical items centered…
Shantae’s sophomore adventure has arrived on Nintendo Switch at last, joining Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse, Shantae: Half-Genie Hero, Shantae and the Seven Sirens, and (later this year) the original Shantae. That’s right: soon, you’ll be able to play the entire Shantae saga from the comfort of your Switch. This…
Koei Tecmo has revealed the release date for its upcoming RPG Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy. The first Atelier sequel to share the same protagonist as its predecessor, it takes the adventure to the Royal Capital, with familiar faces and new strangers joining the party. The…
After the enjoyable but initially lacking Kirby Star Allies and the mobile game inspired Super Kirby Clash, we were overdue for another serving of Dream Land’s pink, puffy, and powerful hero. Powerful is right this time too, as HAL has revisited a 3DS era subgame once again to bring us…
