Kirby Star Allies developer opens up about the new approach to the world map

‘A major factor in this decision was the higher resolution on Nintendo Switch’ I’m happy to see that the reception forKirby Star Allieshas been mostly positive, as it’s a great return to console form after such a long hiatus for the series. Although it didn’t monumentally shake up the franchise (it isKirbyafter all) it did have a few subtle changes, most notably the larger world map. Speaking to fans by way of the official Nintendo Switch onboard news channel, sequence director Tatsuya Kamiyama explains why they decided on that approach....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Brian Horton

LEGO Fortnite vehicle guide: All vehicles and how to build them

WhenLEGO Fortnitewas first released, traveling the world required running on foot or getting creative with builds. With cars, you can drive around quickly, allowing you to get from one region to another in no time. Here’s a list of LEGO Fortnite vehicles and how to build them. How to unlock vehicles inLEGO Fortnite Unlocking cars inLEGO Fortniterequires crafting apower cell, which you make using six glass and 50biomass. Once you create biomass in a compost bin and smelt glass using sand, you’ll find a power cell recipe to make in your crafting table....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Corey Arnold

Metroid Prime Remastered My Nintendo pin reward is now live

Like clockwork As I’ve said in the past, Nintendo has been pretty good about getting physical My Nintendo rewards up on their end for pretty much every AAA game they’ve released. That also includesMetroid Prime Remastered, whichjust debuted its physical reward today. Clocking in at 800 Platinum Points, the reward is a set of two pins, one of which is the game’s logo, and the other: Samus, of course. These pins are on top ofthe downloadableMetroid Prime Remasteredalternate box art cover....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · John Curry

New Star Control screenshots and Founders Program

Attention interloper; heed this recorded message. Star Control IIis one of the best games ever made. Getting that out of the way, I was pretty happy whenStardock announced last yearthat they would be reviving the series. The original creators Paul Reiche and Fred Ford will not be directly involved since making a shitzillion dollars creating theSkylandersfranchise (and good on ’em) but it has been clear in very early footage that Stardock is attempting to retain the original feel of the second and best game in the series....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Rebecca Jones

NieR: Automata’s 2B outfit comes to Gravity Rush 2 next month

May 5, for free Even if it’s not in the form of substantial expansions, I’m glad that Sony is still somewhat supportingGravity Rush 2— the longer this game is in the spotlight, the better. Although most of that love has come in the form of costumes that’s alright with me, especially when you consider this next one. This cross-promotion is with none other than Square Enix, which will allow Kat to don the outfit of 2B fromNieR: Automata....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Teresa Klein

Nintendo has patented a keyboard and Donkey Konga drums for Switch

There is an unofficial keyboard out already Nintendo might be onto something great, if their whole “extended the life of the Switch through accessories” plan actually follows through. In addition to the whole “portable/console” angle they could also heavily push good accessories, which they may or may not do with their recently patented Donkey Konga drums and keyboard. Found at the US patent and trademark office, this June 15, 2025 patent involves the aforementioned drums and a keyboard from inventor Hitoshi Yamazaki....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Christine Martin

Nintendo UK apologizes for Bayonetta 1 Switch shortages, says more are coming this year

“We apologize that we could not meet demand” Bayonetta 1Switch shortages for the newly minted physical editions are sadly plaguing the UK and some regions in Europe, thanks to an exclusive rollout on the My Nintendo Store. Here’s the full statement from Nintendo, on Twitter, issued today: “We apologize that we could not meet demand for the physical edition of the firstBayonettagame recently. We will restock the physical edition of the firstBayonettagame once more later this year, on [the] My Nintendo Store....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 262 words · Tiffany Cobb

NIS America has two announcements coming next week

That’s it. That’s the story. Publisher NIS America has revealed that it has two announcements incoming next week. The new news will be revealed on Tuesday, March 3 and Thursday, March 5. As the news is coming directly from the North American branch, then it’s possible that we might be getting word on some upcoming localisations. That said, it could just as easily be news related to the upcoming GDC 2020 event, or teases for entirely new releases....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Alexander Ramos

Now is the best time to play Marvel Heroes

Two-year anniversary begins today It’s the two-year anniversary of the free-to-play ARPGMarvel Heroestoday, and that calls for a celebration! The game is releasing its 48th playable hero today, Dr. Doom. Doom is essentially painted as the main villain throughout the campaign of the game, so releasing him as a playable character is a pretty big deal. He has a variety of specializations, including the ability to summon Doombots to aid him in battle....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 393 words · Anthony Mccoy

Now that PUBG is out, its developer doesn’t have a ‘clear roadmap’ for 2.0

Okay PlayerUnknown’s Battlegroundsis a pretty fun, low-commitment survival shooter, but it has a certain about of jank to it even as it officially launched into its 1.0 state (a process that took roughly nine months from its March 2017 Early Access launch). Some of that has been smoothed out, some of it hasn’t, and all the while players are wondering what’s next in store for the game — the thing is, PUBG Corporation isn’t quite sure....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Paula Nelson

Onechanbara for Wii ought to keep your Wiimote swinging

Onechanbara is the kind of thing that’s just gratuitous enough for me to really dig: half naked girls, schoolgirl costumes and zombies. Also, D3 made the game, and considering thatPuzzle QuestandEarth Defense Forceare two of my favorite games of all time, I kind of trust them to bring the goods.The footage above is fromBikini Zombie Slayers, which is actually a port of the original title that was released in Japan last year....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Michael May

PSN Summer Blast sale features scorching deals

The deals are considered hot because they save you lots of money Microsoft may have just made 4-year oldDefense Gridfree for Xbox 360owners, but Sony is doing its best to keep up. Coincidentally, it’s time forSony’s annual summer sale, during which you can expect up to 60% off select titles; PlayStation Plus members can expect up to 80% off. The sale is separated into two week batches. The first batch of deals can be downloaded tomorrow after the PSN’s regularly scheduled Tuesday updates....

June 13, 2025 · 3 min · 565 words · Emily Werner

Radio Dtoid 039: Kenny Loggins’ Purple Fox Lazer Nipples

Featuring special community guests djnealb and Everyday Legend! Radio D is Dtoid’s official community-focused podcast! Join Aaron “Mxy” Yost (Forums Admin), ConorElsea.com (US Community Manager), Kyle MacGregor (Contributor), Mr Andy Dixon (when he shows up) and maybe, possibly Beccy Caine (when she shows up even less) as they talk about their favorite Dtoid community happenings! In this extra gooey episode, Aaron’s son learns to read new words, Kyle beers his computer, returning guest djnealb tells us about the Southwest NARP he’s hosting in July, and first time guest Everyday Legend can’t stop Gundaming....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 208 words · Thomas Schneider