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…
GungHo Online’s Ninjala will soon escape its online beta sessions and launch into alpha status on June 24th. While we’re just weeks away from its launch, it’s interesting to note that the game’s changed significantly over the last three years. Debuting at E3 2017, it was hard to miss GungHo…
Alwa’s Legacy, the retro dungeon platformer, is officially ready for launch on June 17th for Steam and GOG, with the Nintendo Switch version release “soon to follow.” The four person team at Elden Pixels has worked on the title for close to two years, but unfortunately, players will have to…
It’s been a while since we’ve heard news on No More Heroes III, the long-awaited third (proper) installment in the series, but creator and mastermind Suda51 had a little tease this weekend. Begging followers to “Look at meee!” with a little help from Rick & Morty character Mr. Meeseeks, this…
In a true testament to patience and creativity, an Animal Crossing fan on Reddit known as DJ-Dez spent over 400 hours creating likenesses of the entire Super Smash Bros. Ultimate cast in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Through creative use of custom patterns, shirts, and other pieces of clothing, DJ-Dez managed…
Even though it doesn’t get the same top-billing the likes of Pikachu, Charizard, and Meowth get, Psyduck is one of the key pillars of the Pokémon franchise. This is likely thanks to its regular appearances during the early seasons of the Pokémon anime as one of Misty’s most misguidedly mischievous…
The Outer Worlds is now available on the Nintendo Switch, and its Japanese launch trailer has been released. The Outer Worlds is the new single-player sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. Lost in transit while on a colonist ship bound for the furthest edge of the…
Paper Mario’s next adventure is looking craftier than ever, with the main villains being origami takes on classic Mario enemies. Fittingly, Japanese retailer Geo-Online is offering a branded origami box as a pre-order bonus, complete with artwork of Paper Mario, his enemies-turned-allies, and their folded foes. The box is designed…
The latest episode of Pokémon: Twilight Wings is here! This time around it’s shining the spotlight on Chairman Rose’s assistant Oleana, showing how she got the job in the first place and a typical hectic day at the office. It also explains the origin of a few odd parts of…
It might seem like being a video game designer is a dream job, but even the best face problems — just ask Masahiro Sakurai. In his latest Famitsu column, the game director noted just how hard it can be to enjoy games and avoid Smash Bros. speculation. His biggest challenge…
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in sponge-tastic splendor. Play as SpongeBob and his trusty friends to show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. This wonderfully creative reimagining of the original game is sure to strike the hearts of fans…
Run through the forest, go through the wire, cross the river, and burn down the castle of monsters. Arcade Archives: Naughty Boy is available for the Nintendo Switch today and will be distributed on the PlayStation 4 starting on June 18th. Naughty Boy is an action game that was released…
Are you excited about Shantae and the Seven Sirens? If so, you’re in luck. Shantae and the Seven Sirens is the fifth platforming adventure in the series that focuses on Shantae’s quest to find the missing half-genies after a live dance performance turns chaotic. Check out our full review of…
