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Guide Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite: What Are The Differences?
A full rundown of what's new with Switch Lite
So, Nintendo has finally revealed its new Nintendo Switch hardware revision, the Nintendo Switch Lite. A slightly smaller console dedicated to handheld play, the Switch Lite ditches the standard model's ability to detach the Joy-Con controllers, and has instead been designed as a handheld-only system...
Guide Bloodstained's 8-Bit Nightmare: How To Find The Game's Punishing Hidden Level
Warning: Potential spoilers contained within!
Every one of Koji Igarashi's Castlevania efforts has its fair share of secrets, and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is no exception. The game is packed with hidden rooms and special items, and the coolest of them all is the 8-Bit Nightmare – an entire level which pays tribute to the classic...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For July And August 2019
It's another big month!
Can you believe it's July already? Where is the time going? E3 is now but a distant memory, but there is lots to look forward on Switch this year. Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. June saw the release of the lovely Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled and the...
Guide Where To Buy Super Mario Maker 2 And Receive Extra Goodies
With a Switch stylus, Switch Online memberships and more
Super Mario Maker 2 launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch on 28th June, letting us dive into the crazy world of Mario level creation once more. If you're hoping to grab yourself a copy, you're in luck! Below you'll find some of the best deals available, including options which throw in extra...
Guide How To Find Your Rhythm In Zelda: Cadence Of Hyrule
Beginners' tips for starting out in the latest Zelda adventure
Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring The Legend of Zelda (to give it its full, unruly title) is an excellent game that combines the classic adventure of top-down Zelda with the beat-based gameplay for Brace Yourself Games’ indie hit Crypt of the NecroDancer. It...
Guide All The Games Featured In The E3 2019 Nintendo Direct
Every last title from the E3 2019 Nintendo Direct presentation
This year's Nintendo Direct featured a varied and wonderfully large number of games - some already known, some brand-spanking-new. If the excitement of the final Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC announcement somehow overwhelmed your memory banks (don't worry, we understand), fear not -...
Guide E3 2019 Press Conference Schedule: Nintendo, Ubisoft And Square Enix
Don't miss a thing
E3 2019 is now well underway with Microsoft and Bethesda leading the charge. But you're mostly interested in what Nintendo's bringing to the table, aren't you? Below we've rounded up all of the E3 press conferences which you won't want to miss. As always, we'll be live-blogging during the events, so make a note of the time below...
Guide Pokémon GO Adventure Week - Research Tasks, Rewards, Shiny Pokémon And More
Bonuses, new shinies, new eggs and more!
It's Adventure Week in Pokémon GO, and that means there are plenty of uncommon Pokémon to catch, research tasks to complete, and other lovely bonuses to find while out and about. In this guide, we'll go over everything you need to know to make the most out of Adventure Week. There are new shiny Pokémon to...
Guide E3 2019 Nintendo Direct Times And Event Schedule
Plus E3 2019 conference times for Ubisoft, Bethesda, Square Enix and Microsoft!
It’s that time of year when we climb aboard the E3 hype train and head to LA for the biggest show on the video games calendar. While it isn’t quite the behemoth it used to be, it’s an exciting time for gamers the world over, with the event at the LA Convention...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For June And July 2019
It's Mario Maker time, finally!
Can you believe it's June already? Where is the time going? It's only gonna be flippin' E3 soon! Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. May saw the release of the lovely Team Sonic Racing, the fiendish Resident Evil Origins Collection and the slightly...
Guide Pokémon Rumble Rush Tips - Ores, Gears And Guide Feathers
Just starting out? Allow us to help...
Pokémon Rumble Rush is the latest in a line of Pokémon Rumble games, where players are tasked to battle through short stages with their pint-sized buddy Pokémon, attacking hostile 'mon along the way in the quest to catch ‘em all. Despite this not being the first Pokémon Rumble game, it’s the first to...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For May And June 2019
It's the month of ports
Can you believe it's May already? Where is the time going? Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. April saw the release of the lovely Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit, the fiendish Mortal Kombat 11 and not one but two Final Fantasy remasters but what's next for...
Guide Celebrate Game Boy's 30th Anniversary With This Lovely Merchandise
Dress to impress
The Nintendo Game Boy turns 30 this Sunday, and to celebrate this amazing occasion we'll be running a series of related features this week, right up to the big day. As the humble Game Boy's 30th anniversary approaches, Nintendo's classic handheld has never been cooler. If you want to make a statement about your love for all things...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For April And May 2019
It's Final Fantasy month!
Can you believe it's April already? Where is the time going? Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. March saw the release of the lovely Yoshi's Crafted World, but what's next for Switch, you may be wondering as your hard-earned money burns a hole in your pocket...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For March And April 2019
It's Yoshi time!
Can you believe it's March already? Where is the time going? Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. So what's next for Switch, you may be wondering as your hard-earned money burns a hole in your pocket. We've helpfully compiled a list of all the good stuff coming out at...
Guide Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo - Where to Buy Young Link, Ken And Daisy
Shinryuken!
With a new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate comes with it a raft of new amiibo. Nintendo's pulled no punches here either, with a physical toy version of every single new fighter in the latest version of Smash. The next wave of brawlers to be made available for preorder are Young Link, Ken and Daisy, and they all look rather lovely indeed...
Guide How To Claim Battle Royale Victory In Tetris 99
Top of the blocks
Tetris 99 is, amazingly, the newest and freshest 'Battle Royale' on the block, T-spinning its way into a heated battle against the likes of Fortnite and Apex Legends for world domination. Okay – it might not be in quite the same league as those gaming heavyweights – but it certainly brings an equal amount of fun to the table,...
Guide What's New In Super Mario Maker 2 For Nintendo Switch?
Slopes to slide down and so much more!
February 2019's Nintendo Direct kicked off in style with the reveal of Super Mario Maker 2 for Nintendo Switch, which wasted no time in showing off the new slope building abilities which will enable Mario Makers to craft authentic Super Mario Bros. 3-style levels for the first time. There are many new things...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For February And March 2019
Get your cash ready
Can you believe it's February already? 2018 was an amazing year for the Nintendo Switch with the console enjoying bumper sales at Christmas, and January got off to a strong start with the delightful New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe and Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes leading the charge. So what's next for Switch? We've...
Guide How To Beat Every Boss In Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes
Squash every bug
If you picked up Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes and are looking to give those bugs a sound thrashing, we've got some tips to get you on the right track. It's not the most complex game, but it's easy to get stuck in a rut and forget the variety of options at your disposal to approach each encounter. As well as general pointers...
Video Get To Know The Basics Of SMITE On Switch
You SMITE just enjoy yourself
SMITE is bursting onto the Switch eShop today, so we thought it might be a good idea to take you all through the way the game works, in case you've never played it before. It might seem a lot to process if you just boot up the game and dive in, so instead you might do well to check out the video above which explains the...
Guide Fortnite: Toys And Merchandise- Spend Your Real-Life V-Bucks On This Cool Gear
Battle Royale with the best merch!
Just in case you haven't noticed, the whole world has gone Fortnite crazy and the Nintendo Switch is the perfect place to play this epic online multiplayer apocalyptic survival game... namely, because you can continue playing even when sitting on the toilet. If you consider yourself to be somewhat of a Fortnite...
Guide Best Super Mario Games, Toys And Merchandise
Share your love for Mario with the world
It's a great time to be a Super Mario fan. Not only is a Super Mario movie in the works, but this week marks the release of the delightful New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe on the Switch. With that in mind, there's never been a better time to express your affection for Nintendo's portly plumber by spending...
Guide Sinnoh Stones In Pokémon GO - How To Get Them And What They're For
Bag those Rhyperior, Electivire, Togekiss and Honchkrow evolutions
Evolution items in Pokémon GO aren't anything new – we've had items like Metal Coat and Dragon Scale for ages – but the recent introduction of the Sinnoh Stone has caused quite a stir, mainly because this exclusive item is the only way to evolve several different 'mon into more...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For January And February 2019
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Travis Strikes Again and more!
2018 was an amazing year for the Nintendo Switch, with so many great games getting released on the portable powerhouse, not least of which was Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in December. So now that the Christmas tree has been taken down and you've vowed to not look at another mince pie for...
Guide How To Install A Micro SD Card In Your Nintendo Switch And Increase Your Storage
32GB just doesn't cut it
The Nintendo Switch is a fine piece of gaming hardware, and host to some incredible titles. However, one of its biggest weaknesses is a lack of storage space; it comes with just 32GB of internal storage, of which only 25GB is actually accessible by the end user. That's such a low amount of space that certain games won't...
Feature 14 Classic Nintendo Winter-Themed Levels to Play This Christmas
Winter wonderlands
It's Christmas, which might mean snow wherever you are in the world. However, not all of us are that lucky, and sadly have to settle for rain or – gasp! – ghastly sunshine instead. Fear not, though – there is a solution: playing winter-themed levels in your favourite games. Christmas is the best time for it too, as you're...
Guide Nintendo Switch Family Games - Great To Play With Your Kids This Christmas
Switch it up during the festive period
It's Christmas, and you know what that means? Yup – your kids are all off school and will be looking for something to keep them busy. Fortunately for you, them, or both, you're the proud owner of a Nintendo Switch. Why is that fortunate? Because the Nintendo Switch is the master of family gaming. There are a...
Guide Best Nintendo Christmas Gifts For 2018
'Tis the season to be jolly
It's that time of year when we look forward to the Holidays on the one hand, and suffer sweaty brows on the other as we fret over late gift purchases. What to get your Nintendo-obsessed loved one this festive season? What gift will be good enough? Well, don't fret, we've looked around the web to find a range of gifts...
Guide How Player Vs. Player Trainer Battles Work in Pokémon GO
When two tribes go to war...
PvP came to Pokémon GO in 2018, a feature fans had been desperate for since it launched back in 2016. You're now able to challenge friends and strangers alike to see who has the most powerful Pokémon. Do so and you'll earn a bunch of new rewards and probably have a bunch of fun in the process. In this guide, we're...
Guide All Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch Games, Bundles, and Accessories and Where to Buy Them
Console bundles, controllers, amiibo and even LAN adaptors!
It's almost the moment we've all been waiting for, as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate lands on the Nintendo Switch later this week - the 7th of December to be precise. Aside from the Switch console and the game itself, there are many other optional extras which might enhance your Smash Ultimate...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For December And January 2018
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and lots more!
2018 has been an amazing year for the Nintendo Switch, every month this year we've seen some decent new games, with the addition of the fiendish Diablo III: Eternal Collection and the adorable Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! last month, there really is something for everyone. So, what's on...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Catch Articuno
Including the Seafoam Islands block puzzle solution!
Want to catch the legendary Pokémon Articuno in Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!? We can help with that! This Ice / Flying type is just one of three legendary Pokémon in Let's Go, alongside Zapdos and Moltres. In this guide, we're going to detail exactly how to catch Articuno,...
Guide Pokémon Let’s Go Candy - How To Use It To Get The Most Powerful Pokémon
You will learn to fear our level 5 Pidgey
Pokémon’s stat system has been the same since 2002, with monsters gaining EVs in combat which are then used to determine a power boost which scales based on the Pokémon’s level. With Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu & Let’s Go, Eevee having no 'wild' and randomised combat, the system has changed once...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday 2018 Deals
It's just another manic Monday
So you've survived being crushed by the mobs on Black Friday? The fun doesn't end there, however - today you can grab some great online deals as it's Cyber Monday, where the only injury you are likely to get is a repetitive strain injury. We've compiled a list of some of the best deals (for US and UK) and the most...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Get To The Power Plant And Capture Zapdos
Grab yourself a Legendary Pokémon!
If you played Pokémon Red, Blue or Yellow back in the day, you'll know all about the fabled Power Plant. Here, you could capture yourself a level 50 Zapdos, challenge the Elite Four and grab yourself a TM 25. That's some nice little treasures for a short, optional dungeon! The Power Plant makes a welcome return...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Black Friday 2018 Deals
Give thanks for these awesome deals
It's that time, once again, when shoppers around the world prepare to brave the crowds in search of bargains. The Black Friday festivities are mostly based in crowded stores, though plenty of deals can also be hunted down online. For gamers, it's often a time of year for stocking up on goodies ahead of the festive...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Check IVs And Catch Pokémon With Flawless IVs
Time to grind
If a huge part of the reason you nabbed a copy of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! is because you're a mega fan of Pokémon GO, you might feel a little lost as to how to check a Pokémon's IVs. This was infamously tricky in the mobile game too, as you had to use a third party IV tracker to get an accurate result...
Guide How To Transfer Pokémon From Pokémon GO To Pokémon: Let's Go On Nintendo Switch
What are you waiting for?!
Niantic has made no secret of the fact you can connect Pokémon GO to Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, allowing you to transfer your favourite monsters between your phone and Nintendo Switch. There are numerous benefits for doing this, like earning bonus XP and Candy, the Mystery Box item, and to see...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Catch Shiny Pokémon With Catch Combos
Catch the very best
Chaining successful captures and defeats has been a thing in Pokémon since Diamond & Pearl with the PokéRadar item, but Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu! & Let’s Go, Eevee! have brought it back to the forefront, with the whole system being made crystal-clear via the new Catch Combo mechanic. As there are no 'wild'...
Guide Can't Connect Pokémon GO To Pokémon: Let's Go On Switch? Try This Simple Fix
Connect 'em all
One of the most notable elements of Pokémon: Let's Go on Switch is the fact that it offers connectivity with Pokémon GO, the smartphone title has is played by millions upon millions of people every day. However, getting the two games to connect with one another is proving to be something of a sticking point for some players. Three...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Battle Red
Old school talent
Red is a character who surely needs no introduction to Pokémon fans. Red was a character from the very first Game Boy entries, and has become something of an icon for veteran players. Red appears in Pokémon: Let's Go, but is only found in one location: Indigo Plateau. Don't expect Red to simply appear, though — he will only...
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Get Bulbasaur, Charmander And Squirtle The Easy Way
Three legends, three solutions
Whenever a new Pokémon game arrives, one of the first questions players have is about where they can find their favourite monster. With Pokémon: Let's Go - which strips the PokéDex right back to the original 151 'mon - this usually means focusing on the 'classic' beasts, including Bulbasaur, Charmander and...
Guide How To Connect Your Poké Ball Plus To Pokémon GO On iOS And Android
A new way to catch 'em all
Nintendo has just released the fancy new Poké Ball Plus alongside Pokémon: Let's Go! on Switch, but the orb-like device isn't just used to control that game and earn steps while you walk - it can also be used to imitate the Pokémon GO Plus accessory that launched a while back.
Guide Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu Eevee: How To Unlock Mew
Clue: It involves spending money
One of the burning questions for many Pokémon fans picking up Pokémon: Let's Go! on Switch will be how they can acquire one of the franchise's most famous monsters in the game: the mysterious Mew. Nintendo has been quite sneaky with this, as it has essentially locked Mew behind a paywall - to get the monster, you...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Hardware Bundle Deals For Christmas 2018
Which Switch this Xmas?
In the market for a new Nintendo Switch for Christmas this year? Well, you have a wide variety of options, from default consoles to special bundles packed with free games and extras. At this point in the Switch's lifespan, we'd strongly encourage you to opt for the latter, as that's where the best value for money lies. The...
Let’s Go!
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is nearly here. Undoubtedly, one of the two biggest Nintendo Switch games of the year, Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! launches in just over two weeks, so there’s not long left to ensure you’ve got yourself a copy. Uber fans will probably want more than just the game...
Guide Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Spirits Explained
Get into the spirit
Spirits were a new feature for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Switch, but they're not exactly the most straightforward of inclusions. As such we've taken it upon ourselves to try and help explain the whole thing for you If you'd rather just have the information fired directly into your ears and eyes rather than passively laid out...
Guide Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo - Where to Buy Ridley, Wolf, King K. Rool, and More
Toying with the idea?
With a new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate comes with it a raft of new amiibo. Nintendo's pulled no punches here either, with a physical toy version of every single new fighter in the latest version of Smash. That includes epic new fighters in the form of Ridley from Metroid, Wolf from Star Fox and King K. Rool from Donkey Kong...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For November And December 2018
Diablo, Pokémon, Smash!
2018 rolls ever onwards and the Switch library continues to grow and grow. October saw the release of the rather lovely Super Mario Party, Starlink: Battle for Atlas, Dark Souls: Remastered, as well as many other digital delights. So, what's on the horizon for Nintendo Switch fans for what's left of 2018, then? We've...
