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…
Developers Dreams Uncorporated and SYCK, along with publisher Modus Games, have shared 20 minutes of new gameplay from their upcoming game Cris Tales. The JRPG-style game features 2D, hand-drawn animations and promises a 20-hour story where choices affect the future in real-time. Check out the trailer below: While…
For video game fans, early June can often feel like a holiday in-and-of itself, with plenty of game announcements across the board setting up the year to come. Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, however, plans have already fallen apart for major events like E3, and now it’s sounding like…
Back in January, the surreal universe that is Oddworld made its debut on the Nintendo Switch with a port of Stranger’s Wrath. It turns out it wasn’t a one-and-done deal, either, as publisher Microids and developer Oddworld Inhabitants have announced that the game’s immediate predecessor, Munch’s Oddysee, is coming over…
Note: This is a review of the PC version of Streets of Rage 4. For specific thoughts on how the Switch version runs, check out our other article on the topic! The side-scrolling beat ’em up is a rare find these days, with only a few indie developers keeping the…
Last week, Trials of Mana made its glorious debut on the Nintendo Switch. The Twitter account for the entire Mana series has been hyping up the release, sharing videos, free downloadable backgrounds, and more! Now with the game available to play, the social media account is switching gears to thank…
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is everywhere, so it’s no surprise to see more real-life businesses and landmarks getting into the fun. One such place, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or simply The Met, has joined in, releasing its entire digital collection of art to Animal Crossing players. The process is…
Making your own home in Animal Crossing: New Horizons can be quite the journey. Having to juggle remodeling payments, Happy Home Academy’s weekly visits, and increasing your island’s approval rating can maybe leave you a bit broke and unsure when it comes to decorating your house. With thousands of items…
Recently I had the privilege of reviewing Murder by Numbers, a fantastic indie that brought together visual novel detective work and classic nonograms. I found myself hungry for more logic and numbers once that was done, and thankfully Jupiter has answered the call with their fourth installment in the Picross…
The long-awaited fourth entry in the classic Streets of Rage series is finally upon us. Fans have been waiting decades for a follow up to Sega’s beloved beat-‘em-up series, but the wait is well worth it. Our upcoming review of the game is based off the PC version, but the…
Given that much of the world is stuck inside as of this writing, it makes sense that digital entertainment providers are pulling out all the stops to give people something to do. Nintendo is the latest to jump on board, officially resetting Nintendo Switch Online free trials for everyone. What…
As two platform game icons with three characters apiece in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the Kirby and Donkey Kong franchises have more in common than you might think – they both even feature aspiring monarchs! Playing into these similarities is the latest online tournament event, which will limit you to…
You’d need a veritable encyclopedia to hold all the information on Animal Crossing: New Horizons — fortunately, this complete strategy guide full of index marks, color-coded sections, and other little touches to help you sort through everything you need to know about island life… assuming you know Japanese. The guide…
