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News All 151 Original Pokémon Star In This New Smartphone Case Collection
Plus reimagined designs
Tech accessory brand CASETiFY is back again with more Pokémon smartphone cases, and this time each of the original 151 Pokémon has received its very own design. You may remember that last month, we shared news of the company's first partnership with the Pokémon brand which saw an initial batch of phone case designs be...
News Official Mario Kart Hot Wheels Tracks And Cars Are On The Way
And they look amazing
Nintendo and Hot Wheels have today announced a partnership which will see a global release of Hot Wheels Mario Kart die-cast vehicles and tracks. The collection will be made up of three Mario Kart game-inspired track sets and plenty of characters from the franchise. At launch, Mario, Yoshi, Luigi, and Bowser will all be...
News This £125 Pac-Man Sculpture Looks Like It Belongs In An Art Gallery
Available to order now
Bandai Namco is releasing a brand new Pac-Man figurine this week, available to pre-order as we speak. If you like to decorate your house with quirky, artistic pieces, perhaps this would be something to consider? The sculpture has been designed by Richard Orlinski, a French contemporary artist whose art can be found in more...
Random Gotta Slice Fast With This Official Sonic The Hedgehog Pizza Cutter
A cut above the rest
Combining two of our favourite things, and actually coming in pretty handy in the kitchen, is this official Sonic the Hedgehog pizza cutter. If you're looking for a way to spice up your pizza-cutting endeavours at home (and let's face it, who isnt?) this is probably a cool way to go. You likely don't need us to tell you that...
Random Fan Spends Over $1,000 On Every Johto Pokémon Plush, And That's Just The Start
Ho-oh my goodness
Last month, we shared the news that every single Johto Pokémon was set to launch in Japan in plush form, joining the original Kanto set which was released last year. One lucky soul has done what many of us wish we could do, but never would: buy every single one of them. Yes, Twitter user
News Save Up For Your Switch Games With This Officially Licensed Donkey Kong Money Box
Super Mario Savings!
Saving up for all of your favourite video games can be tricky, and while even the coolest of money boxes can't help you to buy them all, it can certainly help you store your cash in style. This officially licensed Donkey Kong money box is set to release next month, available directly from Merchoid. It stands at 30cm tall and...
Random Looks Like Sonic Might Be Getting His Own FunkO's Cereal
Start your day right
If you're a fan of both Funko Pops and food, you might want to keep an eye out for a new Sonic the Hedgehog release expected to arrive on store shelves soon. Not content with dominating the walls of every gaming store, comic store, or any shop selling anything even remotely nerdy with its line of standalone figures, toy company...
News Pokémon Shirts Are Coming To Europe And The US
Customise every part with Pokémon from the Kanto region
Back in January we reported that a line of customisable, made-to-order Pokémon shirts were launching in Japan. It began with just 20 Pocket Monsters from the original Game Boy games and has now expanded to include all 151 from the Kanto Pokédex. Sheer jealousy had us considering shipping...
News This Lovely 'Legend Of Dragon Quest' Book Is Available Now
Both standard and collector's editions available
If you're a fan of Dragon Quest who just so happens to like reading up on your favourite games (which we hope you do, considering your visiting this very site!) then this book might well be perfect for you. From journalist Daniel Andreyev, 'The Legend of Dragon Quest' is available now in both...
News Light Up Your Life With This NES Controller Super Mario Lamp
With fully functioning buttons
We wouldn't usually get all that excited about a lamp, but this particular design has caught our attention for all the right reasons. Introducing the 'Light Up The World NES Controller Lamp'. Featuring a Super Mario Bros. design around the lampshade itself, this USB-powered contraption is inspired by the classic NES...
News Every Single Johto Pokémon Is Being Released In Adorable Plush Form
And the set will cost you a fortune
If you're anything like us, and therefore someone who struggles to make sensible purchasing decisions when it comes to cool gaming merch, you probably want to look away now. Joining the Pokémon Fit line of plush toys, which already contains all 151 original Generation 1 Pokémon, is this new set featuring every...
News This Game Boy Color Watch Is Effortlessly Cool, And Pre-Orders Have Just Gone Live
Order now with free delivery
Let's face it: if you're on the lookout for a new watch, or even if you're not, you probably won't come across one that's quite as cool as this. Clearly based on the trusty Game Boy Color handheld console, this watch is an officially-licensed product available to order from Merchoid. It features the expected time, date...
News These Fire Emblem Plushies Are Simply Adorable, You Guys
Roy has never been so cuddly!
If you're looking forward to the upcoming Fire Emblem: Three Houses on the Switch, perhaps you could cuddle one of these delightful Fire Emblem plushies while you wait. Produced by Japanese company Sanei Boeki, who also makes officially licensed Pokémon plushies you know these will be winners. These are the first ever...
News Crash Team Racing Gets Official Line Of Merch And Clothing
With an awesome incense burner of all things
With Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled's launch now speeding into view, Numskull Designs has announced an official merchandise range for eager fans. If you can't wait for Crash's latest outing on Switch - we're only just over a month away from release - you might want to treat yourself to one or two of...
News Looks Like A Pokémon x Adidas Footwear Collection Is On The Way
Kick it
Images of two pairs of Pokémon trainers from Adidas have surfaced online, suggesting a new collaboration collection is set to be released soon. The first pair features Pikachu (who else?), with his adorable little face plastered across the entire shoe in different poses. The images come courtesy of @solebyjc on Instagram; you can cycle...
News Be The Very Best With This New Range Of Limited Edition Pokémon Phone Cases
Just in time for Detective Pikachu
If you wanna be the very best - yes, like no one ever was - or perhaps even simply wander around playing Pokémon GO in style, you might want to keep an eye out for these limited edition Pokémon phone cases. Three new collections are on the way thanks to a collaboration between The Pokémon Company International...
News Psyduck And Snubbull Join The Pokémon Build-A-Bear Range
Available tomorrow!
Both Psyduck and Snubbull are set to join the Pokémon Build-A-Bear collection, it has been confirmed. The pair will be available as online exclusives. The Psyduck Bundle includes a 13-inch Psyduck plush, a Raincoat and matching Rainhat, a Luxury Ball Hoodie, a Psyduck 6-in-1 Sound Chip, and a Build-A-Bear Workshop Exclusive...
News Pick Up These Lovely Splatoon And Animal Crossing iPhone Cases From My Nintendo (Europe)
Snazzy
Nintendo of Europe is now offering a collection of lovely iPhone cases through its My Nintendo store. Designs for both Splatoon and Animal Crossing are featured. The cases are available in most European countries although the UK has been left out (the Nintendo Life office is not a happy place right now). The Splatoon ones will cost you...
News Pokémon Center Launches Discreet Line Of Detective Pikachu Merchandise
Available to order now
The Detective Pikachu movie is just over a month away from battling its way on to our screens and The Pokémon Company is gearing up for its release with some fancy new merch. In a nice touch, the entire range is smart and discreet, so if you don't fancy walking around town with a giant, bright yellow Pikachu face plastered...
News Uniqlo Launches Fresh New Line Of Super Mario T-Shirts
Show your true colours
Last month, we reported on a new batch of t-shirts featuring Super Mario, Splatoon, Monster Hunter and more that were all headed to clothing retailer, Uniqlo. Now, the Super Mario set, listed under the name 'Super Mario Family Museum' on the site, has become available to order. We've grabbed some of our favourites and...
News Dead Cells Now Has Its Very Own Glorious Making-Of Artbook
'The Heart of Dead Cells'
If you're a fan of the super-popular Dead Cells and love nothing more than learning all there is to know about your favourite games, then this could well be absolutely for you. We actually reported on this book last summer when it was first announced, but it has now been released and is available to order as we speak. A...
News Uniqlo To Launch New T-Shirt Ranges For Splatoon, Mario, Monster Hunter And More
Street Fighter, Mobile Suit Gundam
Earlier this year, we shared the news that clothing retailer Uniqlo was set to launch new Mario and Splatoon series t-shirts this April in Japan. Well, the great news is that these collections are also being released in the west along with some other game franchises which may just tickle your fancy. The designs...
News This Stunning Super Mario Odyssey Artbook Launches In North America This Year
The Art of Super Mario Odyssey
If you're a regular visitor to Nintendo Life, you probably don't need us to tell you just how beautiful Super Mario Odyssey is. Featuring multiple Kingdoms, each home to their own distinct aesthetic, this game is up there with the prettiest on Switch, and this book aims to show it off in style. The book, called 'The...
News Pre-Orders For Mario And Yoshi Statue Go Live On First 4 Figures Website
Empty out your wallet
Last weekend, we shared news about First 4 Figures teasing its long-awaited Mario and Yoshi statue. In the latest update, the statue is now available to pre-order. If you like the look of it, you can select from the standard edition, exclusive edition or the definitive edition. As you might have guessed, all of these statues...
Random Let's Find Kirby, A Where's Waldo?-Style Book, Announced For Japan
Kirby's no wally
Is it possible to have too much Kirby? We're not convinced so, and a new book announced in Japan has taken that sentiment to the next level. In addition to the mountain of merch already devoted to the pink one, Let's Find Kirby is an official book in the vein of Where's Waldo? (or Where's Wally? for UK readers) where you must find a...
News Japanese My Nintendo Users Can Now Spend Points On Physical Yoshi Goodies
And we're incredibly jealous
In today's episode of 'why does Japan get all the cool stuff and why haven't we just relocated already?', we present to you the latest selection of physical goodies added to the region's My Nintendo rewards service. And everything's coming up Yoshi. Yes, these new arrivals all feature our favourite, green, egg-laying...
News Lots Of Pokémon Build-A-Bear Toys Are 30% Off For A Limited Time
Meowth-watering savings
If you're a Pokémon fan, and you just so happen to like fluffy, customisable toys based on your favourite characters, you're definitely in luck today. A new Build-A-Bear sale has just launched taking 30% off almost the entire collection. The online-exclusive bundles for Piplup, Jigglypuff, Pikachu, Eevee, Charmander,...
Random Tetris Teaming Up With Puma This October
Ditching Puyos for Pumas
There's certainly no shortage of merchandise available should gamers wish to advertise their nerd credentials to the world. Recently we looked at streetwear brand Bricktown's collaboration with Nintendo, and there's plenty more where that came from. The latest video game/fashion brand crossover comes in the following form,...
Random Plush Neo Geo Mini Arrives To Steal Your Heart And Wallet
Falling asleep at the arcade was never this comfy
We're as partial as the next gamer to quality video game merch, however needless or useless it may be. Make a cool, smaller version of some retro hardware and we'll snap it up, as the growing collection of mini consoles around the Nintendo Life offices attests. We're also not averse to tiny rubber...
News Jakks Pacific Secures Sega Merch Deal, New Sonic Toys And Novelty Items On The Way
Including a 'Pinball Track Set'!
US toymaker Jakks Pacific has announced a multi-year, global toy licensing deal with SEGA of America, allowing the company to manufacture, market, and distribute merchandise for the Sonic the Hedgehog brand. The company will be showcasing its entire line at the International Toy Fair in New York from 16th - 19th...
News Bricktown's 2019 Streetwear Collection Features Iconic Nintendo Power-Ups
You, too, can look this dreary in a Fire Flower tee
Hip streetwear brand Bricktown has announced a partnership with Nintendo for an upcoming retro gaming-inspired collection. The crossover will see a variety of Super Mario World sprites adorning t-shirts, sweaters and caps of various hues. The moody polaroids are a bit much, but the merch itself...
Random Taiwanese Police Seize 6,850 Fake amiibo Cards From One Man
Taipei-based seller reportedly got them online from China
We all know that crime doesn't pay - however, reports that a Taiwanese man has been arrested after selling fake amiibo cards suggest that the old maxim is a big fib. This unscrupulous individual had a variety of decidedly dodgy amiibo cards with full NFC functionality on sale for the tidy sum...
News Show Off In Front Of Your House Guests With This Sleek NES Controller Bottle Opener
Crowdfunding campaign launched
If you happen to enjoy your gaming with the odd beverage or two, this NES controller-shaped bottle opener might come in particularly handy - and it just so happens to be one of the coolest takes on a generic household item we've seen, too. Part of a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign which has gone live today, the...
News Be The Talk Of The Town With These Eye-Popping Pikachu Sneakers And Sweater
Pika Choo
If you're a Pokémon fan, chances are that you have a bit of a soft spot for Pikachu. If your love for the little electric bundle of cuteness goes beyond mild adoration, though, then these new clothing options might be just your thing. Launching in Japan later this year, these new trainers and jumper (or sneakers and sweater, for our...
News Hideki Kamiya Shows Off Potential PlatinumGames Merchandise, Asks Fans To Share If Interested
Retweets make the dream work
It looks like a lovely collection of Platinum Games-inspired merchandise could well be on the way to an online store near you (and then instantly to your home via a cardboard box, we imagine). Or at least, it will be if fans show enough demand to make it happen. The studio's game designer and director Hideki Kamiya has...
News The Lovely Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Art Book Has Been Delayed Due To Unexpected Demand
Luckily, you won't have long to wait
Just last week, Nintendo and Kadokawa shared the news that a gorgeous Xenoblade Chronicles 2 art book was set to arrive in Japan. It has now been confirmed that the book's release has been delayed slightly after the product received an unexpectedly high number of pre-orders. The news comes via this tweet below...
With glowing LED eyes
Recently, we shared the news that a brand new Meta Ridley statue was on the way from First 4 Figures. Now, that very statue is available to pre-order, and you can choose between Standard and Exclusive variants to suit your specific desires (although, both options are mightily expensive as you might expect). Estimated to...
News A New Line Of Smart, Customisable Pokémon Shirts Is On The Way, Orders Open Next Week
151 designs planned
Finding clothing based on your favourite video game franchises, especially ones like Pokémon, isn't always easy as an adult, especially when most designs available can be a little childish or in your face in nature. This new line of shirts could be just the thing you've been looking for, though, and orders are opening very soon...
News Here's Your First Look At The Special Detective Pikachu Pokémon Card Set
Gotta collect 'em all
Earlier this month, we shared the news that a special set of Pokémon cards had been announced to tie in with the upcoming Detective Pikachu movie. Now, we can have our first look at what these cards, and even their packaging, will look like. Firstly, in the image above, you can see exactly how the cards featuring Detective...
Random This Official Sonic Candle Makes Your House Smell Like Green Hill Zone
Finally
It's been a long time coming, but we're delighted to share the fact that you can now finally make your house smell like Sonic the Hedgehog's famous Green Hill Zone, and it's all thanks to this official candle set. You wanted that, right? Based on the classic item box from the original game, this candle holder comes with a "Green Hill...
News New Kirby Otamatone Instruments Are Headed To Japan, And They're Adorable
Yes please
In today's episode of 'Japan gets all the cool stuff and our jealousy is reaching ridiculous levels on a near-daily basis', these new Kirby Otamatone models are about to land in Japan. The instruments come from Cube-Works, the company which originally developed the Otamatone, joining a standard Kirby model which launched last year. These...
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...
Deals Catch Yourself A Sweet Pokémon Inspired T-Shirt
Currently 25% Off
It's been a huge month for Pokémon with the release of Pokémon: Let's Go launching on Nintendo Switch. Whilst we reviewed the game positively, some fans were annoyed with the game despite the developers making it clear that the next real Pokémon game will be due next year.
News Kadowaka Shoten Set To Release Kirby Hidden Art Scratch Book
Only in Japan, of course
Kirby has been receiving a lot of attention this year, from the return of the Kirby Café in Tokyo, to a seemingly endless flow of free DLC for Kirby Star Allies and even a special focus in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. His spotlight continues to shine, although only in Japan this time. Next month, Kadokawa Shoten will be...
Random Now You Can Finally Experience What It's Like To Be Eaten Alive By Kirby
Dreams do come true
It's easy to idolise - or even be jealous of - the many star characters in the Super Smash Bros. series; they have some serious skills in combat, they're adored by an incredible army of passionate fans, and they get to experience what it's like to be eaten alive by Kirby before being spat back out like an unwanted olive. If any...
News These Nintendo Piranha Plant Slippers Release This December And We May Have Fallen In Love
Incredibly satisfying
Nintendo's surprisingly wide range of merchandise options often has us drooling over the latest and greatest thing, and this is usually amplified when we see the sorts of goodies available in Japan. Joining that list in style are these lovely Piranha Plant slippers and we can't wait to get multiple sets for ourselves. The...
News Uniqlo's 2019 Competition Features Pokémon, Design A T-Shirt To Win $10,000 And More
Judged by the creators of Pokémon
Every year, clothing retailer Uniqlo hosts a competition focused on a specific theme; last year was Marvel, the year before was actually Nintendo, and this time around it's all about Pokémon. The contest allows everyone around the world to submit a t-shirt design, with the winner seeing their designs be sold in...
Gallery Splatoon's Inkling Girls Are Now Available To Pre-Order In Figma Form
A collaboration with Good Smile
Nintendo, in collaboration with the Good Smile Company, has opened pre-orders for a new Splatoon figma pack. Like all good figma, you can move the legs and arms to change the pose of the characters. You can also swap out weapons
News Japan's Latest Zelda Merch Range Includes A Master Sword Shoehorn And Purple Curry
For the more dedicated fan
Today we bring you yet another episode of 'Japan gets all the coolest stuff', as the latest batch of The Legend of Zelda merchandise hitting the region has just been revealed. The products come from Bandai Spirits and are all included in a lottery-style setup across 7-Eleven, Ito-Yokado, and GEO stores all across the...
Random A New Range Of Kirby Merchandise Is On The Way And It's Pretty Terrifying
$30 and it's yours
A new range of Kirby merchandise has been spotted at the International Tokyo Toy Show - a huge Japanese toy fair which has been taking place this week - and we're not exactly sure how to feel about it. The usual Kirby adorableness is very much intact with this first set of items, expected to release in Japan this August for...
