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…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
One of the most appealing aspects of the Pokémon franchise is how iconic all of the Pokémon themselves are; with over 1,000 unique characters now, each one is someone’s favorite. That being said, some are certainly more popular than others. In the hallmarks of fan-favorite Pokémon, Gyarados ranks highly as…
During these strange times we live in, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has become a host for events such as virtual dates, graduations, talk shows, and so much more. At the time of this writing, even toilet paper brand Cottonelle is running a branded decorating challenge within the game! It’s time…
Street art is one of the most dynamic and varied forms of artistic expression. It can convey the plight of a people struggling to have their voices heard with a simple emblem, or pay tribute to a fallen loved one or hero with extravagant murals. It speaks to the raw…
Following the reveal of Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ second summer update, Nintendo has also released a new TV advertisement on its YouTube channel, highlighting some more footage of “Wave 2’s” new features. The video is only half-a-minute long, but crammed within those 30 seconds, you can see more of the…
As promised Nintendo has shared an update on Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ second summer update which is set to land on July 30th, and it’s going to be explosive… literally! As the trailer reveals, for every Sunday in August you’ll be able to partake in Redd’s raffle, getting…
If you’re burnt out on ring-based battle systems and want to get back to some old fashion falling block puzzles, Tetris 99 has got you covered. The competitive online game is about to hold its 15th Maximus Cup event, and with it comes a brand new theme based on the…
Last week, Marvelous’ Japanese YouTube channel released three new trailers for the adorable Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin. The indie project is part farming sim and part 2D Hack-and-Slash, with crafting elements mixed in for good measure. Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin tells the story of a spoiled Harvest Goddess…
A pixel puzzle-platformer will soon bloom onto the Nintendo Switch. Meet the 112th Seed, humanity’s last hope contained in an itty-bitty seed who missed its expected bloom day. “In a future where Earth has become uninhabitable and food is so scarce that most of humanity has perished, take the role…
It’s time to spring-a-ling into the ring once again, as the next Nintendo VS summer series event is none other than ARMS! The next entry in the @NintendoVS summer series of events packs a punch! The #ARMS NA Open August 2020 will run 8/8 – 8/9! The Grand Prize…
You know that feeling you get when you see a puppy with a butterfly on its nose? This story feels sort of like that. Skylar Challand was traveling home to Nova Scotia with his family after having spent time in New York City for work. Mid-way through their 16-hour journey,…
Even though Atlus and Koei Tecmo’s Persona 5-meets-Dynasty Warriors spin-off has been out in Japan for months now, a western release has never been confirmed – even though, given the popularity of the franchise, it seemed like an inevitability. Now, thanks to Koei Tecmo’s latest financial report, we finally have…
Earlier this week, the Developers over at Dreams Uncorporated and SYCK shared some of their artistic influences from Columbian architecture and nature. As Columbian natives, they’ve worked to create a JRPG-inspired title that skillfully mixes in touches of their heritage for inspiration and perspective. The result of their efforts is…
Modus Games’ gorgeous action-adventure title Ary and the Secret of Seasons has officially been given a release date of September 1st! Developed by eXiin and Fishing Cactus, Ary puts players in the role of Aryelle (Ary, for short) as she takes over her father’s role as the Guardian of Winter….
