News Pokémon GO iOS 1.39.0 & Android 0.69.0 Update Rolls Out
New icons, search screen & Gym fixes
Niantic Labs has begun rolling out the latest update for Pokémon GO users worldwide. This latest update features an array of minor additions and small improvements to the core of the game, but most importantly improves upon the recent addition of Poké Gyms. One annoying problem among...
Random Amazing Pokémon Art Created With Over 20,000 Dominoes
The plastic tiles, not pizza
Some people have all the fun. An amazing piece of fan-art has been created by YouTuber "TheDominoKing" dedicated to everyone's favourite electric mouse. The setup sees 22,177 dominoes lined up perfectly before being knocked over appropriately with a Pickachu plushie. What happens next is satisfying chaos as the...
Random Mega64 Gives Its Unique Spin on Super Mario Odyssey
The power of the hat
Veteran YouTubers Mega64 has uploaded another video in which they bring characters from video games into the real world. This time round its everyone's favourite plumber getting the treatment, with an 'exact replicat" of Mario straight from upcoming Switch game Super Mario Odyssey. In the video we can see 'Mario' running around...
Not as infectious as one may hope
Homages to our childhood are very much at the forefront of gaming right now, with so many titles playing on our sense of nostalgia. Rainy Night Creations is aiming for that effect with its take on the '90s survival-horror genre. Harking back to the days of Resident Evil and Dino Crisis, Vaccine intends to make its...
News Pokémon GO Worldwide Events Detailed, Including New Safari Zone
Pokémon outside of Europe will be available
Passing the one year mark since Pokémon GO became a worldwide phenomenon, Niantic has detailed some of the upcoming worldwide events due to take place over the coming months. Previously it was announced that a special one day event would be hosted in Chicago where players could...
News Fake NES Mini Consoles Spotted for Sale On The Web
Buyers beware
Imitations of Nintendo's popular NES Mini have been spotted on a Chinese import site, with packaging that can quite easily catch out consumers. The much sought after console sold out months ago, with fans trying ever since to get their hands on one without paying astronomical prices from scalpers. A new batch seemed to have appeared...
News Nihon Falcom President Would "Definitely" Like to Release Games on Nintendo Switch
"If the opportunity presents itself"
In a recent interview with Japanese video game makers Nihon Falcom, President of the company Toshihiro Kondo commented on his desire to bring games to Nintendo's newest console. The studio is known for creating JRPGs such as The Legend of Heroes and Xanadu series, and would surely make an ideal fit for the...
News Telltale Games Teases More Releases for Nintendo Switch
"We certainly hope to continue things on that platform"
Head of communications at episodic based studio Telltale has discussed the idea of bringing more games to the Nintendo Switch. Job Stauffer has spoken of his love for the console and teased that "it wouldn't be unheard if more of our series also made it to Switch". Mr Stauffer was referring to...
News Snipperclips Leads Switch eShop Downloads Since the System's Launch in Japan
Minecraft and Mario Kart follow
Nintendo has released details on the top 25 eShop downloads in Japan since the Switch launched back in March. Puzzle co-op game Snipperclips - Cut it out, together! has topped the list, with Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition taking second place and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe picking up bronze in third.
Video Check Out This Stunning Zelda: Breath of the Wild Custom Switch
Fit for the Hero of Time
The Switch, for some, has become a fashion piece with fans constantly coming up with new ideas to customise the console/handheld in tribute to their favourite Nintendo franchises. One that has stood out amongst most is from YouTuber MakoMod, who has taken inspiration from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild to create...
News Splatoon 2 And Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle File Sizes Appear On Nintendo eShop
Both reasonably small
Game details on both Splatoon 2 and Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle have surfaced online. The information (first appearing on the Nintendo UK eShop) surrounding the two titles are as expected, detailing new modes of Splatoon 2 and the X-COM like gameplay of Rabbids whilst highlighting all the playable characters. ...
News Splatoon 2 Nintendo Direct Announced For 6th July
Squidding around
Nintendo has announced that a new Splatoon 2 Direct will take place this Thursday in preparation for the release of the squid sequel. The information surrounding the Direct is brief to say the least, stating that Nintendo will be sharing an "in-depth refresher on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game", including "some of the new...
News These Slick NES-Style Switch Joy-Cons Look Great, But You'll Need Deep Pockets
Customisation gone mad
Since the reveal of Nintendo's newest controllers, the Joy-Cons have quickly become an object of customisable obsession for many fans. Pining for more colour variations from the standard grey or neon options, many mock ups have been designed in the style of previous Nintendo consoles. Now professional painting service company...
News Nintendo UK Reiterates That Switch Demand Has "Surpassed" Global Estimates
"It takes time to procure parts and run production"
The Nintendo Switch has been a popular product since its launch back in March. Sales have surpassed many expectations and it is expected to keep on being a hot property going into the Holiday season - if demand can be met. UK retail store GAME recently spoke about the level of supply provided by...
Video Listen to Super Mario Odyssey's Vocal Theme Song in Full
"Spin the wheel, take a chance"
In the latest trailer for Super Mario Odyssey, shown off at Nintendo's Spotlight event, we were treated to a cheery vocal soundtrack played over the top whilst Mario traversed the colourful worlds. Now YouTube user "Dystifyzer" has uploaded the full track in clear audio for all to hear. Give it a listen below:...
News Remake of Metroid II, Metroid: Samus Returns, Announced for 3DS at E3
Reggie: "I have a nice little surprise"
Hold onto your arm cannons. Today Nintendo announced that a remake / reimagining of Metroid II: Return of Samus is coming to the 3DS later this year. During the Nintendo Treehouse live stream, President of Nintendo of America Reggie Fils-Aimé took the mic to say, "I have a nice little suprise". ...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Confirmed for Holiday 2017
"An endless ocean of clouds"
There has been much speculation on whether Xenoblade Chronicles 2 would be released this calendar year. Due to the scope of the original and vision for the sequel some hesitance was granted, but today at Nintendo's E3 Spotlight the game was reconfirmed for a 2017 release, with a more solid window of Holiday 2017. ...
News Nintendo Confirms a New Kirby Game for Switch in 2018
Has the Kirby curse broken?
At Nintendo's E3 Spotlight event everyone's' favorite pink puffball made his Switch debut. In his latest adventure Kirby will be "recruiting enemies as helpers" and will also use his trademark copy abilities such as "Sword, Fire and Water" before joining "forces with up to three friends for a different kind of team-up...
News A New Yoshi Game Is In Development For The Nintendo Switch
Flurry jump and all
A new Yoshi game has been announced for the Nintendo Switch, taking the familiar style of Yoshi's Woolly World. The new action-platformer sees Yoshi explore a "great big world decorated like a miniature diorama, look for items throughout the stages and team up with a friend in a new art style for the franchise". The game is...
News Ubisoft Confirms New IP, Starlink: Battle for Atlas, on Nintendo Switch
Starships were meant to fly...
At Ubisoft's E3 conference Starlink: Battle for Atlas was announced for the Nintendo Switch, with the big N's system seemingly being the lead platform. The game promises that you can "team up with star pilots", "build custom starships", "search for ancient secrets" and "outrun asteroid fields". Most interestingly it...
News Sonic the Hedgehog 25th Anniversary Figure Announced by First 4 Figures
Gotta go fast
Maker of high-end collectibles First 4 Figures has again gone above and beyond creating its latest piece to celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 25th Anniversary. Partnering with Sega to celebrate the occasion, the figure returns to Sonic's original outing on the Genesis. Sprinting across Green Hill Zone and passing the goal plate (which...
Video Nintendo Treehouse Discuss Splatoon 2 Invitational With Gridiron Star Jordan Kent
Inkling hype
A new video uploaded to Nintendo's YouTube channel called 'Splat Chat' sees Ed and Corey from the Treehouse team sit down with former American football player Jordan Kent to discuss the upcoming Splatoon 2 World Inkling Invitational. Jordan will be hosting the event alongside co-commentating, so it's interesting to get his...
News New Details Emerge For Splatoon 2's Single Player "Hero" Campaign Mode
Weapons at the ready
Chaos has ensued since the Squid Research Lab found out that one half of the Squid Sisters has vanished. Many people are concerned about Callie's disappearance hoping for new information to shed some light on her whereabouts. Callie's sister in the meantime has set up base in Cap'n Cuttlefish's absence as she leads the search...
News SNES Classic Edition Gets Name-Checked In Xbox E3 Survey
Microsoft knows something we don't
News comes from the most unlikely places at times. A Microsoft survey asking Xbox Live members about their thoughts on the upcoming E3 has once again fueled speculation that a SNES Classic Edition is in production at Nintendo. In the survey, Microsoft ask users "On a scale of 1 to 5, where 1 means 'Not...
