Today marks the long-awaited day when Nintendo’s promise to discontinue “online play and other functionality” for the 3DS and Wii U has finally come to fruition. Brace yourselves, for the end is here! The online services for both of these systems have been officially discontinued, signaling the conclusion of Nintendo’s network generation. In a puzzling move, Nintendo has decided to ...
Read More »Switch Online’s Missions & Rewards introduces a fresh collection of icons that can only be obtained through gameplay
Nintendo has once again unveiled a fresh collection of “play and redeem” icons exclusively for Switch Online members, with the spotlight shining brightly on none other than the iconic Super Mario himself. The icons in question draw inspiration from Super Mario Bros., Super Mario 3D World, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Super Mario Odyssey. Each one can be purchased for ...
Read More »Balatro is receiving its inaugural major update
Balatro has quickly become one of the most talked-about releases of the year. This roguelike deck builder has captivated gamers everywhere. Despite encountering initial problems on the Switch, including a temporary removal from the eShop, the game has made a triumphant comeback and has now surpassed one million copies sold across all platforms. Now, it appears that the surprise hit ...
Read More »Mortal Kombat 1 hints at the introduction of a new DLC character and a surprise appearance by Kameo Fighter
NetherRealm’s latest release, Mortal Kombat 1, continues to expand its roster with new fighters through the Kombat Pass. The developers have recently provided an official teaser for the upcoming addition. Ermac, the returning fighter, will be showcasing his gameplay video later this week. The teaser showcases a short interaction between Kung Lao and Ermac. The teaser also introduces Mavado, the ...
Read More »Users of the 3DS and Wii U can no longer play online games
This is a pretty sad day for Nintendo fans, as the company has finally turned off online play for both the 3DS and Wii U. Today, fans came together to get on the computers while they were still up, run, and stay there until the end. A lot of people on social media have been playing their last games of ...
Read More »Potentially, Sea of Thieves may pave the way for future Xbox exclusives to expand onto other platforms
Microsoft is currently in the process of bringing select Xbox exclusives to the Switch and PlayStation 5. It seems that the fate of future game releases on these platforms hinges on one particular upcoming title. The Verge’s senior editor, Tom Warren, suggests that the upcoming release of Sea of Thieves on the PlayStation 5 on April 30th, 2024, will serve ...
Read More »Dragon Quest 12 has reportedly experienced a delay, with the producer “stepping down” following a reshuffle
Square Enix is currently undergoing a significant organizational restructuring, which appears to have affected the Dragon Quest franchise. As per a recent report by Bloomberg, Yu Miyake, the esteemed producer behind Dragon Quest, will be relinquishing his role after facing setbacks with the latest installment. With a rich history of contributing to multiple Dragon Quest titles, Miyake, now 56 years ...
Read More »Stardew Valley 1.6 Update Coming to Switch “As Soon As Possible”
In a highly anticipated release, the mastermind behind Stardew Valley, Eric ‘ConcernedApe’ Barone, finally unveiled the long-awaited Version 1.6 update on PC. In February, he made it clear that the console and mobile releases would be coming soon. Now, after a few months, he has taken to social media to reaffirm this and express his gratitude to fans on platforms ...
Read More »Pokémon Company Says When and Where the 2024 World Championships Will Take Place
The European International Championship concluded this weekend, providing a glimpse into the exciting future of the competitive Pokémon scene in 2024. Notably, The Pokémon Company revealed the date and venue for this year’s World Championship, which will take place in the beautiful setting of Hawai’i during the summer. In a newly released trailer, it has been announced that the 2024 ...
Read More »Sonic Movies Set to Reach Epic Proportions, According to Franchise Producer
2024 is shaping up to be a monumental year for Sonic. In the upcoming months, Switch players can look forward to the release of Sonic X Shadow Generations. Additionally, fans will be happy to learn that a Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie will debut on December 20th, with a Knuckles series following on April 26th (Paramount+). In a recent interview ...
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