Nintendo Has Received 2.2 Million Switch 2 Pre-Order Applications In Japan Alone

Summary Coming off the back of what might one day be crowned the best-selling console of all time, it was always to be expected that a lot of people were going to try and pre-order theNintendo Switch 2once given the opportunity. Unfortunately, it looks likeNintendohas underestimated just how many people want a Switch 2 on its release day. Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa shared a lengthy messagevia the company’s Japanese Twitter account, revealing 2....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 459 words · Andrew Martinez

Pokemon TCG Pocket Is Finally Adding Win Bonuses To Ultra Ball And Master Ball Ranks

Summary For the first time since it launched, I got invested inPokemon Trading Card Game Pocket’sRanked Battles this season. I reached Ultra Ball Rank 2 on my journey, and had a pretty respectable win rate on my way there (and I blame most of my losses on me bricking the RNG draws). While, for the most part, I had a lot of fun climbing the ladder, there were two things that frustrated me — no win streak bonus in Ultra Ball rank, and the fact that, for a period, I was dropping between Great Ball 4 and Ultra Ball 1....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 345 words · Alexandra Green

Someone Beat A Tempered Chatacabra In Under 2 Seconds With This Monster Hunter Wilds Exploit

Summary Monster Hunter Wildsis the most approachable entry in the long-running series. Many players have been commending or complaining about the relatively easy hunts, depending on which side of the fence they’re on, and the prep for each hunt has also become more streamlined. However, thecomplex matchmakingand tons of menus are still an issue for some. Speaking of easy hunts, there will always be players who put other hunters to shame by taking down tempered monsters in no time and without taking a hit....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Eric Smith

Spice Up Your Magic Item Selection With These Options From Valda's Spire Of Secrets In DND

Valda’s Spire of Secrets is a unique player pack,giving you tons of options to try to add more variety to your 5E campaigns. From subclasses to species, feats, and more, it’s a supplement with a unique angle where you’ll meet Valda, not to be confused with another lich with godlike power. While there are only a few magic items within this supplement, they’re all fun, unique, and some are even funny....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 1052 words · Erika Mccormick

The Best Anime Shows About Friendships

Animeis built on emotions and has given us some of the most memorable friendships in fiction. Some creators have perfected the art of writing good duos and bonds that make us laugh, cry, and cheer for the characters we love the most. Whether it’s a connection rooted in childhood, a friendly rivalry between two characters, or some random guys doing the unthinkable, these friendships are just beautiful to witness on-screen....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1187 words · Mark Freeman

The Best Follow-Up Anime For Sailor Moon Fans

Sailor Moonis a one-of-a-kind magical girl anime that set new standards for this genre for the future. Many anime features magical girls potentially inspired by Sailor Moon. There are barely any anime that capture the same vibes, but there are many other anime with similar elements and themes. Despite featuring pretty visuals, Sailor Moon gets darker at times, something you will find similar elements of in Madoka Magica, Princess Tutu, and Cardcaptor Sakura....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 956 words · Thomas Orr

The Best Games With Alternate Soundtracks

Once a series of beeps and boops on8-bit systems, video game music now has its own category on Spotify, and many fans listen exclusively to game OSTs. The music of a video game is among the biggest artistic components, with different versions of the same game sometimes featuring different soundtracks to circumvent copyright disputes. Of course, that isn’t the only reason for a game to have an alternate soundtrack. In the case of remasters and remakes, alternate soundtracks let fans experience the original audio....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 953 words · Claudia Brown

The Best Quarterstaves In BG3, Ranked

Summary Baldur’s Gate 3has a lot of unique weapons, including quarterstaves. Sometimes, the simplest weapons are the most effective. Staves are best for spellcasting classes like Druids, Wizards, Sorcerers, but other classes can benefit from these melee weapons as well. Certain quarterstaves possess special abilities, enhancing your spells andbuffing your party. While you’re Toppling your enemies, don’t forget to use your additional cantrips, spells, and passives these unique staves provide. Snag one of the best quarterstaves in the game and your spellcaster will become nearly unstoppable....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 987 words · Sara White

The Best Sharingan Abilities In Naruto

The Sharingan fromNarutois notorious for having some of the most diverse abilities in the anime. When the Sharingan evolves into the Mangekyo Sharingan, it grants the user unique powers that would be impossible for a normal Shinobi to deal with. The Sharingan was certainly not intended to be this strong during the start of Naruto. Just the base Sharingan allows its user to see the chakra flow, predict the opponent’s movements, and even copy their techniques....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 914 words · Kimberly Marsh

The Best Zelda Games That Nintendo Didn't Make

The Legend of Zeldais one of the most consistent video game series ever.Most entries are incredibleand have stood the test of time. Nintendo is the company to thank for this, as it has developed almost all of the Zelda titles. Yet, the word ‘almost’ is key, as Nintendo hasn’t developed every game in the series. Other developers have made some, too. In fact, these other studios have made several really good Zelda games that offer different types of experiences to those made by Nintendo....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 829 words · Chad Hoover

Things That Make No Sense In Fantasian Neo Dimension

Summary In the early 2000s, Hironobu Sakaguchi left Square to create Mistwalker. Leaving behind the failure of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within, Sakaguchi sought greener pastures in creating JRPGs for the Xbox 360, before later moving mobile-exclusive titles: 2021’s Fantasian was one of the most impressive results. The launch ofFantasian Neo Dimensionmarked a homecoming for Hironobu Sakaguchi and Nobuo Uematsu. The two creators, inextricably linked with Final Fantasy, were finally working with Square Enix again....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1139 words · Sabrina Gray

Tips And Tricks For Beginners In Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days

Quick Links Into the Dead: Our Darkest Daysis a brutal game that pushes you to survive, craft, and fight your way through a world riddled by dangerous zombies. As you manage your roster of survivors and make the best of their abilities, you’ll be challenged to use your resources wisely and scavenge highly threatening areas. The game’s eerie environments and punishing combat can make you restart several times, but keeping some essential tips and tricks in mind can help your journey....

June 28, 2025 · 7 min · 1387 words · Mary Hendricks

Tips And Tricks To Counter Emma Frost In Marvel Rivals

Quick Links As the first female VanguardinMarvel Rivals, Emma Frost certainly doesn’t shy away from showing off her skills as a feminine powerhouse. She’s had one of the highest pick rates among new characters so far, and her kit stands out as being unique, versatile, and, most importantly, dominant. From quickly summoning shields to entering a merciless melee form, there isn’t much she can’t do. However, like any Vanguard, Emma has a few apparent weaknesses, specifically in mobility and escaping potential....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 1039 words · Theodore Fuentes