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…
Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
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…
Described as “a musical action-adventure set in the recesses of the human mind,” Bedtime Digital Games‘ new title, Figment, gives you the chance to experience and explore an entire hand-drawn world with the task of fighting human fears and sinister nightmares. Along your journey, you’ll fight enemies and solve puzzles…
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UPDATE: Nintendo has uploaded the full list of GameStop retailers that will be participating in the event. Check it out to see where you can have fun with Splatoon 2! For more details about the event, check out our original article located below the list. Address City State/ Province Postal…
After months of waiting, the official Nintendo Switch Online app has rolled out to… let’s say “raving” reviews.The app will allow players to chat with one another during online play sessions, which is a real boon in games like Splatoon 2 where some coordination is key. But reports from those…
The Splatoon 2 launch celebration continues with Nintendo NY’s announcement of its exclusive apparel line hitting the store. A whole collection consisting of hats, sweaters and t-shirts tailored for both men and women have been designed to suit all of your squid kid needs. Inspired by Inklings and in-game specific…
Can you believe it? We’re only two days away from not only the launch of a boatload of brand new amiibo, but also the release of one of the most anticipated Switch games to date: Splatoon 2! In celebration of the occasion, Nintendo UK has just released a launch trailer…
Developers Crescent Moon Games, Blowfish Studios and We’re Five Games are bringing you a new title that’s sure to make a sublimely cosmic impression on you. Inspired by classics like Metroid Prime, Turok and Ratchet and Clank, Morphite is an atmospheric exploration sci-fi shooter with platforming elements that’s heading to…
Back in 2013 indie developer Pelikan13 began a kickstarter campaign for “90’s Arcade Racer“, which was soon picked up by publisher Nicalis for release on Wii U as well PC and mobile devices. Now, several years later and in light of the Wii U’s waning relevance, the team has decided…
Just a few hours ago the Nintendo Switch Online app finally hit app stores in preparation for the launch of Splatoon 2. Now, the app is functioning, with access to various sections opening up. That said, without Splatoon 2 there isn’t much you can actually do in the app just…
Out of the blue, Arc System Works has announced it will be publishing a ported puzzler on the Nintendo Switch tomorrow. Described as a “beat’em-up puzzle game”, Boost Beast was developed for smart devices back in 2015 by Arzest, the team behind Yoshi’s New Island and the imminent Hey! Pikmin….
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In anticipation for Friday, the Nintendo Switch Online app can now be downloaded on Android and iOS devices from the U.S. Google Play Store and App Store. There’s nothing too much beyond an intro to the app and a description of what it can be used for, as any attempts…
