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Nintendo has been part of the gaming world since 1889, evolving from a playing-card company into one of the most recognizable names in entertainment. Its consoles have given us some of the greatest games ever made—but they have also tested our patience, reflexes and controllers. During the NES and Super Nintendo eras, games were often designed to be completed through repetition, memorization and a seemingly endless supply of determination. Some were challenging in a satisfyin

Nintendo produced arcade machines and handheld games before entering the home-console market, but the Nintendo Entertainment System turned the company into a household name. Originally released in Japan as the Famicom, the eight-bit system introduced players to several important Nintendo franchises and helped revolutionize platform games. Nintendo’s 1981 arcade hit Donkey Kong was one of the earliest platformers to make jumping a central part of its gameplay. Only seven years

Nintendo rarely discounts its first-party games, and it is even less common for the company to offer full games at no additional cost. However, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 owners looking for something new to play currently have a budget-friendly option. Nintendo Switch Online members can play the complete version of NBA 2K26 through Nintendo’s Game Trials program. The limited-time offer is available until 11:59 p.m. Pacific on Aug. 13. NBA 2K26 Joins Nintendo’s Game Trials D

Marvel’s Wolverine appears ready to introduce a new version of the X-Men universe, and one of Marvel’s most overlooked villains may play an important role in building it. Wolverine has faced many enemies throughout his comic-book history, but few are as closely connected to Logan as Sabretooth. The savage mutant has already been confirmed for the game, although he may not be its primary villain. Instead, the story appears to explore the complicated history between Wolverine a

Wizards of the Coast has revealed four preconstructed Commander decks for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering—Star Trek set. The collection will feature two decks inspired by different eras of the United Federation of Planets, while the remaining decks focus on two of the Federation’s most recognizable adversaries: the Klingon Empire and the Borg Collective. Preconstructed Commander decks have become an important part of many Magic: The Gathering crossover releases. Previous co

Wolverine is ready to flash his claws again — this time with a behind-the-scenes look at Insomniac Games’ highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine. The upcoming video game has been one of the most talked-about comic book adaptations in gaming since it was first teased years ago. Now, with the game set for a September release, fans will also have a new companion book to look forward to this fall. Dark Horse Books, Insomniac Games, and Marvel Games have announced Marvel’s Wolverin

Just one month after its theatrical debut, Mortal Kombat II is now available to buy or rent digitally. While neither the sequel nor its 2021 predecessor delivered massive box office results, the power of the Mortal Kombat brand remains strong enough that a third installment has already been greenlit. A major reason the franchise continues to connect with fans is its unforgettable character design. From brightly colored ninjas to ancient gods and four-armed warriors, Mortal Ko

After years of speculation, rumors and leaks, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s new remake for the Switch 2 has finally been announced by Nintendo. During a general Nintendo Direct presentation on June 9, Nintendo shared a new first look at the Ocarina of Time remake, and it’s beyond perfection. The new teaser trailer is only just over a minute-long, and doesn’t show much from the game yet, but it does give an early look at the game’s art style and the new design for you

The wait for Star Wars Zero Company is almost over, and the hotly anticipated new game should be arriving in just a matter of months. Star Wars Zero Company, the strategy game from Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment, has just had its release date leaked online and will be arriving on August 27. This news comes from an industry insider, who confirms the title will be coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with both Standard and Deluxe Editions of the game slated

A new Fallout: New Vegas 15th Anniversary bundle is coming this June, packing the classic game, all its DLC, and an impressive selection of collectibles into one pricey package. The bundle is priced at $154.99, so while it might be tempting, it's only for diehard collectors. When New Vegas was originally released on October 19, 2010, it was somewhat controversial due to the game's many bugs. Thankfully, many of those issues were resolved over time, and in the years since, it'

A new Nintendo collaboration with LEGO has been announced on social media, with the mighty Donkey Kongset to receive a blocky incarnation. Nintendo has collaborated with LEGO on a number of occasions, with sets based on titles such as Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda​​​​​. There have also been separate collaborations with the Pokémon franchise, meaning Nintendo's biggest characters have been represented in the famous toy line, though some, such as the Star Fox cast,

Milly Alcock will remain a major part of the DC Universe after Supergirl. The actor's next appearance in the shared universe has just been revealed. Variety's cover story interview with Alcock revealed that the actor would be heading to Atlanta soon to begin filming Man of Tomorrow. "She’s a major part of what we’re doing," teased DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran. Man of Tomorrow will mark Alcock's third appearance in the DCU, after Superman and Supergirl. Supergirl Flies Back

Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the most celebrated open-world games of all time, with fans still playing it 8 years after it released, and enjoying all the new DLC content that continues to be added to the game. Now, players can score new limited-time clothing during RDR2's Naturalist event, which gives players the chance to grab all kinds of bonuses. The event is running throughout May, and from May 26 to June 1, Red Dead Redemption fans can participate in Target Races and

Tomb Raider fans have less than a week to explore Croft Manor in another hit video game. PowerWash Simulator's Free DLC Gives Gamers the Crossovers They Didn't Know They Were Missing Out On A statement from PowerWash Simulator developer FutureLab reads, "Hello Washers, At 3PM BST on May 19th 2026, the Tomb Raider and Midgar Special Packs will no longer be available to claim across all store fronts. Washers who have already downloaded these Packs will still be able to play the

Since launching in June 2025, the system has impressed fans with major games like Mario Kart World, Cyberpunk 2077, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows — proving Nintendo can finally handle massive AAA titles on the go. And 2026 is looking even bigger with upcoming games like Splatoon Raiders, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Borderlands 4. But there’s one concern growing around the Switch 2 — possible price hikes. Right now the console sells fo

Stranger Things fans — get ready to head back to Hawkins in a totally new way! A brand-new game called Stranger Things Arcade is arriving this summer, and honestly… it looks wild. Created by game developer Raw Thrills, this isn’t your typical arcade shooter. Instead, it’s a giant interactive ball-toss game that uses a massive video screen and special motion technology called the Thrill-Scan system. And yes — it already started appearing at select Dave & Buster’s locations acr

While everyone online is busy talking about those Ocarina of Time remake rumors… Nintendo just quietly revealed something huge for Zelda fans. The Wild Era of The Legend of Zelda is officially returning this September — and it may be for the very last time. To celebrate the 3-year anniversary of Tears of the Kingdom — which honestly feels impossible to believe already — Nintendo announced a brand-new update and a brand-new amiibo through Nintendo Today. And this one is based

While everyone is busy talking about the Ocarina of Time remake rumors, Nintendo just revealed that The Legend of Zelda’s Wild Era is returning for what may be the last time this September. Via an announcement on Nintendo Today, Nintendo is celebrating Tears of the Kingdom’s 3-year anniversary (yes, it has been 3 years already) with a new in-game update and amiibo coming to the game. The amiibo depicts Mineru’s Construct, which Link built in the Depths below Hyrule during TOT

A brand-new Stranger Things game is coming this Summer, and it is unlike anything the franchise has seen before. Developer and publisher Raw Thrills has officially unveiled their next title, Stranger Things Arcade, and it looks to be precisely the kind of gaming experience that fans didn't know they needed. While Stranger Things Arcade isn't slated to be officially released until later this year, the game began showing up at various Dave & Buster's locations across North Amer

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been out for almost a year now. Released on June 5, 2025, the console marked a substantial upgrade over its predecessor. This is especially true in terms of hardware, with the Switch 2 having specifications only marginally weaker than that of the PS5 or Xbox Series X/S. At the time of its release, the Switch 2 was heralded as a worthy competitor to today's big competition, as evident by the surprise releases of fairly recent AAA titles, like Cyberpun