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Feb 15, 2017
1 min

fire emblem heroes update

Fire Emblem: Heroes is one of the most profitable apps in the mobile space. Earning $3 million in revenue on its first day in the Apple App Store, the streamlined tactical role-playing game has a steady supply of active players. While there’s new content coming down the pipe, the launch benefits of the game are set to stick around far after February. Nintendo and Intelligent Systems aren’t easing up on new content for the smash-hit in spite of these changes. The “Family Bonds

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Jan 3, 2017
1 min

nintendo switch rumor round zelda mario mother

It seems like it’s been an eternity since Nintendo unveiled the Switch – the hybrid portable-console we were all anticipating late last year. They won’t say much else on the device until January 13th, where a Nintendo Switch event will talk up the price, the launch line-up, and the future of the Switch. Laura Kate Dale’s been on the forefront of these rumor mills, and she’s been hitting the mark fairly frequently. Her first tip is a far cry from what she previously reported

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nintendo switch rumor round zelda mario mother

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Oct 24, 2016
4 min

five franchises deserve marvel vs capcom treatment

In the history of fighting games, few franchises reach the fevered frenzy of the Marvel vs. Capcom series. The fast-paced and colorful combat coupled with its fighting game community roots make it a mainstay in the scene, but it seems that Marvel doesn’t want to play ball for the time being when it comes to a sequel. Well, who needs ’em? Capcom’s done other vs. games in the past, so let’s take a look at a few prime candidates for the next. In the landscape of video games, non

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five franchises deserve marvel vs capcom treatment

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Oct 20, 2016
1 min

nintendo switch

It feels like it’s been years since we first heard about Nintendo’s next device, the NX. Every week came with a new slew of rumors. Some of them were totally off-base, while others were definitely on the right track. Today, Nintendo revealed the Nintendo Switch – a console that you can take with you on the go. A few things of note – how exactly the Switch works is easier to show than it is to describe, and Nintendo’s going all-in on making sure they make the process of going

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Aug 23, 2016
2 min

super smash bros sponsorships hit highs lows

In the wake of Super Smash Con and EVO 2016, we’ve seen a lot of different moves being made in regards to Super Smash Bros. – specifically, the Wii U iteration (a.k.a. Smash 4). While the game itself has a well-rounded cast and a generally thriving tournament scene, it’s still a very uneasy game to stick with if you’re looking for profitable sponsorships. In just the last couple of weeks, we’ve seen some of the biggest names in Smash 4 leave established teams, generally shrou

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super smash bros sponsorships hit highs lows

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Aug 3, 2016
2 min

pokemon sun moon five ways franchise flipped

It’s been a big year for Pokemon. Celebrating its 20th year, Pokemon has made forays into the mobile space with the smash-hit Pokemon GO, and in the fighting game space with Pokken Tournament earlier this year. However, the crowning jewel of this 20th anniversary appears to be the upcoming 3DS titles, Pokemon Sun and Moon. Not content to simply build upon the successes of its predecessors, Pokemon Sun and Moon are changing up conventions we’ve had in the Pokemon series since

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pokemon sun moon five ways franchise flipped

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Jul 15, 2016
2 min

evo 2016 schedule preview

The Evolution Championship Series (or EVO for short) is about to be underway. Thousands of players and spectators are arriving in Las Vegas, NV to test their might and win it all. Nine games are being showcased at this year’s EVO. Some games are established veterans while others are getting their first shot. Let’s break it down. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U – Nintendo’s latest and greatest in its fighting game franchise, a lot has changed since the game was showcased at EVO 20

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Jul 14, 2016
2 min

nintendo bringing childhood back

This holiday season you may see a blast from the past sitting on store shelves as Nintendo has revived its quintessential machine. The original NES will be back in action, though much smaller and with the games actually built in. The NES Classic Edition will be hitting stores this November with a price tag that is a bit easier on the wallet when it first came out, $59.99 is all this retro gaming glory will set you back. Also, remember how we said the games are built in? Well,

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Jul 13, 2016
2 min

pokemon go 5 things need know

Pokemon Go has almost been out for a week, and it’s poised to be one of the biggest platforms in mobile in just that short amount of time, with peak daily users reaching over 20 million. Folks young and old are going into the world ready to catch ’em all like it’s 1998 again. While extremely flawed, one of the biggest goofs on Pokemon Go’s part is the lack of tutorials. They really just toss you out there and say “go”. Let’s break down five specific things that you should kno

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Jul 8, 2016
2 min

pokemon go stacks

I’m not certain that anything could be better than waking up to an Eevee in the bed with you; nothing except for waking up to two Eevees in the bed with you that is. PokÃ©mon enthusiasts, literally all over the globe are flocking to the outdoors; some of them for the first time in longer than they can remember. My first real experience with PokÃ©mon Go was with the rest of the Raleigh Stack last night. We went out hunting for PokÃ©mon and PokÃ©Stops together as a group. (Safe

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Jun 20, 2016
1 min

redout spotlight

In the sea of big announcements coming out of E3 2016, smaller games and studios are also getting their time in the spotlight as well. Among them, is a video game fulfilling a dire need for extremely fast racing and a futuristic setting. This game is called RedOut and is being described as a spiritual successor to F-Zero, as well as Wipeout. Featuring an eclectic, futuristic art design, multiple spaceships, and a variety of courses, RedOut looks to bring back the the challeng

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Jun 18, 2016
2 min

e3 2016 pokemon sun moon spotlight

Nintendo definitely exemplified the notion of quality over quantity at E3 2016, as the first day of the convention was dedicated to two titles – The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Pokemon Sun and Moon. While Zelda got a significant amount of screen time, Pokemon opted to pick one specific slice of the early-game and show us what’s up in the new Alola region. We’ve seen the starter Pokemon, now we’re starting to dig deeper into Pokemon Sun and Moon’s wildlife. Yungoos

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Jun 16, 2016
2 min

e3 2016 legend zelda breath wild spotlight

The Legend of Zelda has its roots in being about exploration, setting your own path, and discovery. As time progressed, titles like A Link to the Past and Ocarina of Time molded the Zelda franchise into a rigid archetype that’s been slowly losing its luster over the years. With The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Nintendo is looking back at those roots and melding it with the western open-world titles of the last few years. The result is nothing short of pure bliss. In t

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e3 2016 legend zelda breath wild spotlight

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May 28, 2016
1 min

splatoon one year

Splatoon, the splash-hit surprise of 2015, came out on May 28th. This makes today the one-year anniversary of the stylish shooter hitting Wii Us across the world. With over 4 million copies sold, it’s one of the Wii U’s best selling games, up with the likes of Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and Super Mario. The official Splatoon Twitter tweeted this image this morning, recognizing the year that it’s been since the game came out. Splatoon did well based on its creativity, orig

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May 19, 2016
5 min

ace combat assault horizon plus 3ds review

IN 1995, Namco released one of the very first, 3D aerial arcade combat games to grace consoles, Ace Combat. Debuting first on the PlayStation One, the game soon became a “Greatest Hit” for the platform, as distinguished by the neon green labeling on the side of the case. The game was praised for its visual design, roaring soundtrack, and exciting gameplay. Featuring real-world licensed aircraft, players flew a large variety of missions, attacking air and ground targets, in an

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ace combat assault horizon plus 3ds review

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Feb 28, 2016
1 min

pokemon celebrates 20 year anniversary with original games and more

Pokemon has been a global institution for many of its 20 years. Through games, anime, and trading cards alone, Pokemon is one of the most recognizable franchises in entertainment history. Nintendo and The Pokemon Company aren’t being subtle that we’ve reached the 20th anniversary of Pokemon, either. The original Pokemon titles, Red, Blue, and Yellow launched on the Nintendo eShop today. For $10, you get the game in a slightly remastered format. Pokemon you obtain in the re-re

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pokemon celebrates 20 year anniversary with original games and more

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Jan 5, 2016
3 min

super smash bros characters shouldnt make cut

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U’s extensive post-launch support will soon be over. Fire Emblem Fates’ Corrin and the titular Bayonetta will grace the crossover fighting game some time in February. This brings the roster to 58 characters, making the game a little crowded for future titles. Out of these 58 fighters, some people will have to sit the fifth iteration out. Here are some recommendations. Fire Emblem protagonists get a pretty good representation in the S

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super smash bros characters shouldnt make cut

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Dec 5, 2015
3 min

the keighley game awards 2015

The industry’s annual Keighley awards took place last night””the show might also be called The Game Awards, but I like to call them the Keighley’s. Ever since award host, Geoff Keighley, left television behind and hopped over to a streaming only platform, the quality of the show has only been increasing. Last year saw a dramatic decrease in pointless celebrity appearances who didn’t know what the hell they were talking about. However, this year had an increased presence of ce

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