The video game industry has been facing challenges at the start of the year with mass layoffs occurring across various companies. A recent report by Ethan Gach of Kotaku indicates that Nintendo of America has significantly downsized its “small army of contractors” responsible for testing games and hardware. In an official statement, a spokesperson from
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The recent update for Penny’s Big Breakaway on the Nintendo Switch has brought some exciting changes for players, particularly in terms of frame rate options. Developer Christian Whitehead has shared that the update introduces “new performance and quality mode options” for players to choose from. In the performance mode, players can expect to enjoy a
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been a platform for creativity and innovation since its launch in 2020. One recent creation that caught the attention of many gamers is the Myst Island, designed by Claire Hummel, the Lead Visual Designer at Cyan Worlds. The incorporation of elements from the genre-defining game Myst into the charming world
The latest South Park video game, Snow Day!, had a lot to live up to following the critical success of previous instalments, but unfortunately, it falls short in many ways. The gameplay loop is unsatisfying, with most of the time spent hacking and slashing through generic scenarios set in a now snow-covered South Park. The
Nintendo recently hosted a special launch event at their flagship store in Rockefeller Center in New York City, dedicated to their iconic leading lady, Princess Peach. The event was held in celebration of the release of Princess Peach: Showtime! on March 22, 2024. Unlike previous launch events for other Nintendo games, the festivities for Princess
Capcom has recently launched Dragon’s Dogma 2, sparking excitement among gamers. If you’re a fan of the series and own a Nintendo Switch, you might be interested to know that Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen is currently on sale on the eShop in several regions. The usual price of $29.99 / £24.99 has been slashed to
The announcement of Hollywood adapting Nintendo’s beloved Legend of Zelda series into a live-action movie has sparked a mix of excitement and concern among fans. Director Wes Ball, known for the Maze Runner trilogy, has expressed his understanding of the importance of the Zelda franchise to fans. He aims to “fulfil people’s greatest desires” and
The Stardew Valley Bookseller is a new vendor introduced in version 1.6 of the game, offering players the opportunity to exchange unwanted reads for more valuable items. As the name suggests, the bookseller also sells books in addition to accepting them. In this article, we will delve into where to locate the bookseller in Stardew
The allure of Stardew Valley mystery boxes lies in their unpredictability, offering a sense of excitement and anticipation every time you stumble upon one. These elusive boxes are scattered throughout the game world, waiting to be found by eager players. While they may not be worth actively seeking out, stumbling upon a mystery box can
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fans have something new to look forward to as Nintendo has announced the arrival of new spirits that will join the battle for a limited time. Starting on the 22nd of March 2024, players will have the opportunity to face off against spirits from two popular games – Princess Peach: Showtime!