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News It's Over! Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp's Online Service Has Officially Ended
The paid version replaces it next month
Earlier this week, you might have seen how Isabelle and the villagers said their goodbyes in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp on mobile devices. Well, in an update, the online service for the free-to-play game has now officially ended. The game's social media account shared the following message and artwork to...
News Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp's 'Thank-You Finale' Waves Goodbye To The Free Mobile App
We're not crying, YOU'RE crying
Nintendo's free mobile app, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, is shutting up shop on 28th November 2024 at 3pm BST / 7am PT / 10am ET. We knew this end date was on the horizon and we told ourselves that it would all be okay with Pocket Camp Complete landing on mobile next month. And yet here we are, having a little cry...
News 'Nintendo Music' Adds Another DS Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
Train your brain with Dr Kawashima
The latest Nintendo Music mobile app update happens to time in with the 20th anniversary of the DS, and with this in mind, the soundtrack from Dr Kawashima's Brain Training: How Old Is Your Brain? has been added to the service. The soundtrack comes with 14 tracks all up and has a runtime of 35 minutes. You can...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Trainer Drops $1,500 To Collect Every Single Card
"I will not be doing it again"
Since the arrival of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket there's been all sorts of number crunching and simulations breaking down how long it could potentially take to collect every card in the game. Now, one Reddit user known as 'Weens4Life' has decided to test out the paid element and it's cost them a whopping $1,500...
News It Turns Out Pokémon GO Players Have Been Training An AI This Whole Time
"It can't be bargained with... it can't be reasoned with..."
In a recent blog post from Pokémon GO developer Niantic, the company has laid out its plans for what it calls a 'Large Geospatial Model', an AI that fills in the blanks for geographical locations that haven't been physically captured in person. So for example, as Niantic highlights...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Has Already Generated $120 Million Since Launch
That's a lot of Pokè Gold
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, the new mobile app taking the world by storm, has reportedly generated a total of $120.8 million since its initial launch on 30th October 2024 – that's an awful lot of Poké Gold! As reported by PocketGamer (thanks, GamesIndustry), TCG Pocket is averaging out at around $6.4 million in...
News 'Nintendo Music' Adds Classic N64 Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
The mobile app gets boost power with F-Zero X
Nintendo has been rolling out regular updates for its Switch Online mobile app 'Nintendo Music' and this week's release adds the N64 soundtrack from F-Zero X. This soundtrack is loaded with 20 tracks all up and has a runtime of 38 minutes. You'll be able to listen to songs like Dream Chaser (Silence),...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Adds Anticipated Feature Early 2025, But There's A Catch...
Trading arrives but it will be "gradually" expanded upon
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket has got off to a flying start on mobile devices, but one feature trainers have been unable to access at launch is trading. It was previously mentioned trading would not be available on release, and now in an update, The Pokémon Company has confirmed it will...
News Pokémon Unite Developer Releasing New Monster Hunter Game For Mobile Devices
Featuring the "core gameplay experience" of the series
Capcom has today revealed its new Monster Hunter game for mobile devices, and unlike previous spin-off titles for the same platform, this one will offer up a "core gameplay experience" similar to the mainline series. Introducing Monster Hunter Outlanders - it's a collaboration with the Chinese...
News Pokémon Sleep Development To Shift To Internal Subsidiary
Select Button is the current main dev
The Pokémon Company has announced that development on the mobile app Pokémon Sleep will be shifted away from its main developer, Select Button. Shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Serebii, the app will now be moving from a co-development between TPC and Select Button — which also worked on Magikarp Jump —...
News 'Nintendo Music' Update Adds Wii Sports Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
Relive the glory days of Wii
The new Switch Online music mobile app Nintendo Music has today been updated with 30 tracks from Wii Sports. If you boot up the app, you can now listen to songs like the game's theme, the main menu song, the catchy Tennis player selection, training and results music, the bowling soundtrack, and much more. All up, this...
News Nintendo Music Updated To Version 1.0.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Update your app now
Nintendo Music has been out for just over a week now and apart from a few new soundtracks, it's now been updated on Android and Apple devices to Version 1.0.1. This update includes some fixes to enhance the overall experience after users were reporting some issues: Version 1.0.1 (Android), 7th November 2024 [Nov. 7th Resolved]...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Now Has "Over 30 Million Downloads Worldwide"
"How many packs have been opened, then?"
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket and unsurprisingly it's already pulling in some absolutely massive numbers across Android and Apple devices. After reaching a whopping 10 million downloads in its first 48 hours, after just over a week it's now surpassed 30 million downloads worldwide. Pokémon Trading...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket's First Emblem Event Is Now Underway
Win some shiny profile bling
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket feels like it's only just left the door, but the support has been coming thick and fast over the last week. Today, a brand new event has got underway and it promises some shiny Emblems for your player profile if you can prove your skills in battle. The 'Genetic Apex Emblem Event 1'...
News Super Mario Run Celebrates Mario & Luigi: Brothership In New Crossover Event
All aboard!
Remember Super Mario Run? Yeah, we had forgotten it too. But Nintendo hadn't! The Big N has injected a new lease of life into the mobile runner this year with several crossover updates covering Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, Princess Peach: Showtime! and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD. Today, another event has arrived. Any guesses what it...
News 'Nintendo Music' Smartphone App Surpasses One Million Downloads
It got a surprise release last week
The new smartphone app 'Nintendo Music' has been available for almost a week now and it appears we've already got the first update about how it's performing. According to Sensor Tower, this new app for "active" Switch Online subscribers is estimated to have been downloaded by 265,000 smartphone users within the...
News 'Nintendo Music' Update Adds Classic SNES Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
Another Donkey Kong Country banger
Nintendo's new music app is the gift that keeps on giving with a new update today adding 36 tracks from Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Yes, you can now listen to everything from the iconic "fanfare" opening, Funky's theme, Stickerbush Symphony (Bramble Blast), Forest Interlude (Web Woods) to the Disco...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Is Reportedly Already Bringing In The Big Bucks
Earning 3x more per day than Pokémon GO, apparently
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket arrived on mobile last week, and, after racking up an impressive 10 million downloads in its first 48 hours, it has reportedly been pulling in some beefy revenue numbers over the weekend (thanks, VGC). As r
ICYMI 'Nintendo Music' Has Spoiler Prevention, Here's How To Activate It
Keep your playlist spoiler free
In case you missed it, Nintendo's new smartphone app 'Nintendo Music' has a spoiler prevention feature. If you don't want special moments in certain games revealed before you've actually got the chance to play them, then you might want to activate this feature. From the top right corner of the app, click on your...
Other trainers have labelled it a "playground rumour"
The new gacha title Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket launched on smartphones earlier this week and one of the main talking points within the community right now seems to be about booster packs with "bent corners". You see when you open digital card packs in this game, you select a booster from...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Surpassed 10 Million Downloads In Its First 48 Hours
Holo moly!
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket launched worldwide earlier this week, and it's clear that the app has been quite the success, surpassing 10 million downloads in its first 48 hours (thanks, Serebii.net). Of course, the 10 million figure should really come as no surprise — it's Pokémon and it's free, what's not to like? — but it's...
News Nintendo Music's Next Batch Of Tracks Will Arrive Next Week
Bring on the tunes!
After just 24 hours on the block, Nintendo Music only went and dropped its first update, throwing a bunch of Super Mario Bros. Wonder tunes into the already pretty impressive line-up. What's more, it looks like our next batch of new tunes will arrive next week. Nintendo's Japanese Twitter account announced Wonder's arrival...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Teases New Promo Cards And Events
"Please stay tuned for more info!"
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket launched on smartphone devices earlier this week, and now that it's available, The Pokémon Company is already teasing some promo cards and events. We don't have specific details just yet, but it seems this first event could feature a promo Lapras EX card and a 'Wonder Pick'...
News 'Nintendo Music' Update Adds Super Mario Bros. Wonder Songs
Here's the full list of music available now
Following the surprise launch of Nintendo Music on smartphone devices yesterday, Nintendo has now updated the application with Super Mario Bros. Wonder game music. This includes music from the game's title screen, the opening Grassland theme and of course the 'Piranha Plants on Parade' song. Many of these...
Review Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket (Mobile) - A Breezy, Beautiful Take On TCG, Gacha Aside
Ironically, no trading allowed
Digital card games like Marvel Snap have seen a lot of success in recent years with short, satisfying matches that you can finish in a few minutes. The mobile release of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket almost seems like a direct answer to this trend. From uncomplicated card text to simplified rules, it axes much of...
Guide Nintendo Music App: Every Game Soundtrack Included - How To Download, All Systems
A mobile music app exclusive to Switch Online members
'Nintendo Music' is a mobile app from Nintendo giving fans access to thousands of songs from Nintendo's history. If you are curious to know what exactly is available on this mobile application, you've come to the right place. Keep in mind that you can only use this smartphone application if you...
News 'Nintendo Music' Will Add More Tracks Over Time, Here's What's Been Revealed So Far
"From recent releases to nostalgic classics"
Nintendo Music is already pre-loaded at launch with a lot of iconic video game tunes, but there are some notable omissions. There's no need to worry though, as Nintendo has already made it clear in the announcement trailer that more music will be added "over time". It seems we've even got a brief teaser...
News So, Will You Be Listening To The New Mobile App Nintendo Music?
Included with "active" NSO memberships
Well, Nintendo has finally done it... it's released its very own music app and it's available to download on smartphone devices right now. The question we're wondering though is if you'll be downloading the app and trying it out for yourself, or perhaps resorting to some other way to listen to your favourite...
News 'Nintendo Music' Is A New Mobile App Exclusive To Switch Online Members
Music to our ears
Nintendo has launched a dedicated mobile app called 'Nintendo Music' for Switch Online members, allowing users to stream and download a variety of music tracks from the firm's wide range of franchises. Available now on iOS and Android, the app contains music from new releases along with retro classics from Nintendo's library, and...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Launches Worldwide Today
"Rolling out" across the globe right now
Today marks the launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket and it's now available to download on mobile devices. The Pokémon Company has also shared a notice mentioning how it's still in the process of rolling out around the globe on both Android and Apple devices, and may only be available in select...
News 'Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete' Arrives On Mobile This December
But you'll have to cough up some Bells to play
After the announcement that Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp's online service would end on 28th November, we knew it was only a matter of time before the confirmed paid replacement came along. And here it is! Nintendo has today announced Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete, a paid alternative to t
News HAL Laboratory's Lovely Physics Puzzler 'Part Time UFO' Has Been Delisted On Mobile
Switch version is still available
The mobile version of HAL Laboratory's Part Time UFO has been delisted from storefronts as of today, the game's official Twitter has announced. But don't worry, the Switch version isn't going anywhere. Shared on Bluesky by AK, Part Time UFO's original mobile release is no longer available to download on mobile...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Surpasses Six Million Pre-Registrations
"Launch day bout to go wild!
Ahead of the launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket on Google Play and the App Store later this month, The Pokémon Company has announced over six million people have now pre-registered for the game worldwide. In other words, there seems to be plenty of excitement about this one. In case you missed previous...
News Nintendo Switch 'Parental Controls' App Returns After An Extended Outage
But some data has been "lost"
If you make use of Switch's parental controls app, you might have noticed the service suffered an outage that lasted for roughly a week. It seems Nintendo has now restored the service and it should be back up and running again. Unfortunately, playtime data between the 13th - 15th October 2024 has been lost and is...
News Sonic Rumble Mobile Game Won't Use Gacha As "Such Mechanics Tend To Be Shunned Overseas"
"Players should be able to enjoy the game on an equal footing"
Remember earlier this year when SEGA announced the strangely Fall Guys-esque free-to-play mobile game Sonic Rumble? Yeah, we do too (unfortunately), but today, we've learnt a little more about the game, making it appear somewhat more attractive: namely, there will be no gacha or...
News Pokémon Unite Ending Service In Select European Markets Next Year
"We have made the difficult decision"
The free-to-play MOBA Pokémon Unite has established a significant fanbase since its arrival on the Switch and mobile in 2021, but it will now be exiting select markets. In an official announcement, The Pokémon Company has revealed Unite will end its service in Belgium and the Netherlands as of 30th November...
News Pokémon Sleep Is Now Compatible With Smartwatches
Meet even more Pokémon in your dreams
The free-to-play mobile game Pokémon Sleep has this week received an update allowing you to now pair your smartwatch. To enable this feature, you'll need to link your account to Apple Health or Health Connect. Below is a list of compatible devices. You can get detailed instructions on how to pair your...
Video Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Gets New Gameplay Trailer, Out October
"Enjoy the Pokémon TCG in a more casual way"
Following a release date announcement at the World Championships in August, The Pokémon Company has now released a gameplay video for its upcoming mobile title Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket. This new video takes trainers through the steps of joining in on the fun. It's as simple as opening a...
News Pokémon Wins $15 Million Copyright Lawsuit Against Chinese Mobile Game Developers
'Pocket Monster Reissue' banked around $42 million in one year
The Pokémon series has spawned all sorts of questionable copycats over the years and while many projects come to an end with a quick takedown notice, sometimes these imitations end up extending their life or even profiting in some way or form. With this in mind, The Pokémon Company...
News Pokémon Sleep Has Double The Number Of Monthly Users In Japan Than The US
That's a lot of Zs
Pokémon Sleep has been pretty successful worldwide since its release in July 2023, and now that the game has been out for over a year, analysts in Japan have been looking into the figures. Over in Japan, Pokémon Sleep is currently the most downloaded mobile app in the Health & Fitness category and has the largest revenue...
News Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp To End Online Service In November
But an offline replacement is on the way
Nintendo has announced that Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will reach end of service on 28th November 2024 at 3pm BST / 7am PT / 10am ET. The announcement was posted on Nintendo's website and communicated via social media, in which the firm stated it "would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who...
Round Up Everything Announced At The 2024 Pokémon World Championships Closing Ceremony
Updates for GO, Unite, TCG Pocket and more...
At the 2024 Pokémon World Championships closing ceremony, The Pokémon Company CEO and President Mr. Tsunekazu Ishihara shared updates for Pokémon GO, Pokémon Unite, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (and Pocket), and also the future World Championships locations. Here's the full rundown: Pokémon GO...
News Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Launches This October, Pre-Registration Now Live
Announced at the World Championships
Update [Mon 19th Aug, 2024 05:00 BST]: At the closing ceremony of the 2024 Pokémon World Championships, The Pokémon Company President and CEO Mr. Tsunekazu Ishihara announced Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket will launch for Android and iOS devices on 30th October 2024. Pre-registration is now open!...
News The Pokemon Company Will Be One Of The 'Line-Up Highlights' At Gamescom
However, Nintendo won't be attending this year
Gamescom will take place in Germany next month and although Nintendo won't be attending the event, it seems The Pokémon Company will feature as one of the "line-up highlights" between 21st - 25th August 2024. Alongside Pokémon, some other companies mentioned include Sony, Square Enix, THQ Nordic,...
News Pokémon Sleep Has Reportedly Made $100 Million In Its First Year
Catching Zs and catching $s
Pokémon Sleep, the sleep-tracking app where you can catch 'em all by catching Zs, has reportedly brought in an impressive $100 million in its first year (thanks, VGC). This is according to AppMagic data recently published by PocketGamer.Biz which reports that the lion's share of the revenue has come from users in Japan,...
News Super Mario Run Celebrates Luigi's Mansion 2 HD In New Crossover
Another brand new update for the Mario runner
Nintendo's mobile title Super Mario Run has been given a boost of life in recent months with all sorts of collaborations (including a special movie event last year) and this trend is set to continue with the arrival of Luigi's Mansion 2 HD on the Switch this week. Until 31st July 2024, you'll be able to...
News Game Freak Launches A New Mobile Title, But It's Not Pokémon
In for a penny, in for a pand
Developer Game Freak has been known to dabble in projects outside of the Pokémon franchise, producing the likes of the excellent Pocket Card Jockey and Little Town Hero, and now it's just launched a new mobile game called Pand Land (thanks, Siliconera). If you remember,
News Bleach's Free-To-Play Mobile Hack-And-Slash Is Coming To The Switch eShop
Arriving later this week
Following a rumour, the free-to-play mobile title Bleach: Brave Souls has now been confimed for the Switch. Brave Souls, which is based on the highly popular manga and anime, originally debuted on smartphones in 2015 and was eventually released on the PlayStation 4 and PC. It has now generated more than 90 million downloads...
News Super Mario Run Celebrates Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door In New Crossover
A brand new update for the Mario mobile game
Nintendo's mobile game Super Mario Run will be hosting a new Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door crossover event. It runs from now until 27th June 2024 and requires you to unlock statues of Paper Mario and other cast members in the latest Switch release, which you can then place in your kingdom. Here's a...
Guide Pokémon GO Community Day November 2025: Time, Date & All Previous Community Day Pokémon
How to get the most out of Pokémon GO’s monthly Community Day events
Monthly Community Days are the main pillar of the Pokémon GO calendar: every month, for six hours on a Saturday or Sunday, a featured collectable monster is set loose in greater numbers than usual. With a selection of great perks – increased shiny rates, exclusive moves, and...
