Himitsu no AiPri: Atsumete! Secret Memories

Hold on to your Nintendo Switch, kids, because Himari Aozora and all of your favorite AiPri pals have arrived with fun and games in store for you!

Himitsu no AiPri: Atsumete! Secret Memories

The world of Himitsu no AiPri has landed on the Nintendo Switch with Himitsu no AiPri: Atsumete! Secret Memories. A game where AiPri fans get the chance to relive iconic AiPri anime moments in the comfort of their homes.

Although this Switch game has nothing in common with the AiPri arcade games, sadly, players can master their favorite AiPri songs such as P.O.P.P.Y by Himari Aozora, シークレット・ドリーム by Mitsuki Hoshikawa, Perfect☆STARs by Quartet STAR, We're The World by Secret Friends∞, GIRA GIRA STAR by Chii Mamiya, and more. What's interesting is that up to four players can play.

Aside from the rhythm game mechanics, you can also enjoy mini-games with your friends such as pose-matching, school clean-up, collecting chicks, and avoiding Principal Victoria's spotlight.

As you progress through the game, you can unlock extras such as character profiles, character designs, AiPri cards, and various extras. Keep on playing to unlock tons of goodies!

While this Switch game is unrelated to the AiPri arcade games, it is still a fun party game for four players that lets you enjoy your love for AiPri. It's a good thing that you've kept your Nintendo Switch for this moment. The secret...is the friends you've made along the way while playing this AiPri game.

Nintendo Switch Pokémon Scarlet-Violet + The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Super Music Collection

 

Nintendo Switch Pokémon Scarlet-Violet +
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero
Super Music Collection

Launched in late 2022, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet welcomed players to the Paldea Region, a vibrant landscape where players are free to decide what will their Paldean adventure be from the moment they become academy students. Accompanied by the legendary Koraidon/Miraidon, players explored the Paldea region by all means while uncovering the biggest secret lurking in the underbelly of this region.

At long last, the original soundtrack from the Pokemon Scarlet/Violet games has arrived. This six-disc mega compilation features all of the background music heard not just in the main game but also in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero chapters; The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk, as well as the epilogue.

From the time you've begun your Paldean escapade with your starter, the showdown against Paldea's top gym leaders, the clash against Team Star, bringing down Titan Pokemons in search of mysterious ingredients, exploration to Area Zero, saving Ogerpon from the so-called Loyal Three in Kitakami, battling Blueberry Academy's finest trainers, your return to Area Zero for one last encounter, all the way to your encounter with the mythical Pecharunt, this soundtrack has it all. It even comes with a 36-page booklet that highlights the game's Paldean adventures.

This is a must-have for those who have fully completed their Paldean adventures.

Jujutsu Kaisen Senka Souran

The megahit anime series, Jujutsu Kaisen, has arrived at your fingertips with a tag-team fighting game where you can play as your favorite characters.

Jujutsu Kaisen Senka Souran
(PS5)

Jujutsu Kaisen Senka Souran
(Nintendo Switch)

Jujutsu Kaisen Senka Souran (Cursed Clash) is a fighting game based on the hit TV series where players get into tag-team brawls with their favorite characters.

Senka Souran features your favorite Jujutsu Kaisen characters such as Satoru Gojo, Yuji Itadori, Nobara Kugisaki, Megumi Fujishiro, Panda, Kento Nanami, and others. Each character has their own unique fighting styles and how you master them is entirely up to you. Best of all, they can be personalized to suit your tastes.

This game allows players to battle online either VS or co-op. The co-op part is where you and the others will team up against powerful enemies, especially in rush battles and survival battles.

As you enjoy kicking butts, Senka Souran features a Picture Drama mode where you will relive moments from the TV series first season as well as the movie Jujutsu Kaisen 0.

Fanatics of the megahit TV series got what they truly deserved, a cursed video game that is cursed enough to get you hooked for more because...this is Jujutsu Kaisen. Everybody loves this show and they're looking forward to playing as their favorites in this game. Are you cursed enough?

Fashion Dreamer

Playing dress-ups is part of every lady's childhood memories. When they were girls, they loved to dress up their favorite dolls with various clothing. Sadly, the whole dress-up pretend play is slowly fading away because of technology. Happily, however, there's a Switch game that will bring back the aura of every lady's childhood memory of playing dress-ups.

Fashion Dreamer

It's called Fashion Dreamer and it's a new Switch game from Marvelous that will bring back the childhood memory of playing dress-ups.

Set in the virtual space called Eve, Fashion Dreamer lets players communicate with various "muses" while enjoying various fashion styles, earning likes, and becoming the ultimate fashion influencer of their dreams.

In this game, players create their own muses, the in-game fashion models, and dress them with various outfits and accessories they've obtained after meeting various conditions. If you're happy with your styling, you can show it on the runway and earn likes. More likes mean more chances of boosting your influencer rank, and gaining access to even more stylish outfits and accessories.

With the Switch Online subscription, you can even showcase your fashion collection to the world stage and see how the world stacks up with their shared styles.

With its unique gameplay mechanics that bring back the lost childhood memory of playing dress-ups, Fashion Dreamer is the ideal simulation game for the Nintendo Switch for people who want to relax with a little game of dress-ups. Mind you, this whole dress-up game's going to be extremely addictive if you can't get enough of it.

PIKMIN 4

The newest Pikmin adventure has arrived on the Nintendo Switch as Pikmin 4 welcomes fans and newcomers to the series with new and exciting ways to master your favorite Pikmin pals in treacherous situations.

PIKMIN 4

Pikmin 4 is the newest Pikmin adventure where only you and a band of Pikmins can rescue members of the Rescue Corps and gather treasure while surviving through treacherous paths and enemies that are even more terrifying than the previous Pikmin adventure.

For the first time in a Pikmin adventure, you can personalize your own explorer and then set off on the newest journey where your mission is to rescue the stranded Rescue Corps members, fix the S.S. Shepherd, and collect treasures along the way. Be warned, this rescue mission is obviously a perilous one.

Perilous the journey indeed, you are joined by a flock of Pikmins along the way. Each Pikmin has different strengths you can take advantage of such as the fire-resistant Red Pikmin, waterproof Blue Pikmin, electric-proof Yellow Pikmin, heavyweight Purple Pikmin, poison-resistant White Pikmin, durable Rock Pikmin, and high-flying Winged Pikmin. 

They are joined by two new types of Pikmin that are proven to be useful along the way such as the Ice Pikmin with the ability to freeze enemies and water, and the Glow Pikmin that can, you guessed it, glow in the dark.

In addition to the new types of Pikmin, the rescue pup Oatchi can be proven to be useful for you and as the adventure progresses you can train Oatchi to unlock new abilities.

With familiar Pikmin gameplay mechanics aside, Pikmin 4 has new features such as collecting materials for construction or crafting new equipment, the Rescue Command Post where you can communicate with your crew or choose to go on Night Expeditions for the first time in a Pikmin game, the new Rewind Time feature where you can correct past mistakes or when you're stuck in a puzzling situation, unlockable landing spots, and Dandori Challenges where you will collect the most items before time runs out. There are so many ways and means you can do while surviving this perilous journey with a band of Pikmin pals alongside you. Don't forget Dandori Battles, where you will challenge a mysterious rival, collecting items before time runs out. The highest score wins.

Because it can also be played with two players, you can either battle with your pal in a Dandori Battle or team up in the Story mode by having the second player throw pebbles at enemies and lend useful items to the first player. 

With new and exciting ways to enjoy the newest Pikmin adventure, this is the one you'll keep coming back for more if you are really brave enough. Welcome aboard, explorers!

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Following the end of Breath of the Wild, fans have been asking what happens next after the ending. The question has finally been answered as the long-awaited sequel to the said game has arrived and it promises to become one of the video game sensations of 2023.

The Legend of Zelda:
Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the long-awaited sequel to Breath of the Wild as players return to their Hyrulian adventure as Link as he uncovers a terrifying secret that could threaten the kingdom of Hyrule. Because this is set after the end of Breath of the Wild, every nook and cranny that was previously explored from the previous installment's been changed with new and exciting surprises in store for returning players along with new and returning faces to expect.

With the legendary gameplay mechanics still working in this game, Tears of the Kingdom features new abilities to master such as the ultra-beneficial Ultrahand ability, Fuse, Ascend, and Recall. Master these new abilities and you'll be ready to explore new and familiar locations along the way as well as fending off new and returning threats getting in your way.

In addition to new and familiar ways and means this game features, Tears of the Kingdom allows players to scan Legend of Zelda amiibo figures for useful items as well as bonus paraglider designs.

Fans of the Zelda series have been waiting for this since the end of Breath of the Wild and now that it's here, looks like it's a bag of rupees well-spent for this long-awaited sequel. This is going to be worth talking about when they play Tears of the Kingdom and once played, forever smitten like most Nintendo games, well done.

Expect this game to become one of the video game blockbuster hits of 2023 because being a Legend of Zelda game, no one can escape from such circulation this game delivers. Good luck with that. Anyway, now that the whole world's got their answer, it's going to be worth playing over and over again.

Welcome back, Link!

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The world of Super Mario Bros. comes to life on the big screen and no, we're not talking about the completely flawed live-action movie three decades ago. We're talking about the 3D CGI movie made in collaboration between Illumination, the animation studio behind the Despicable Me movies, and Nintendo.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The animated movie adaptation of the Super Mario franchise brings the world's most iconic video game to life and to please Nintendo fanatics worldwide, the movie looks just like the games themselves but with a shocking twist; the voices. This movie stars Chris Pratt as Mario, Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, Jack Black as Bowser, and more.

The Hollywood voice cast may have thrown a curve to the fanatics, which is a real shocker this movie delivers, but the classic Super Mario formula is alive and kicking. It hits every viewer like it collected a Starman and runs through all enemies. Cue the Starman jingle. Aside from the memorable moments this movie delivers, it packs some easter eggs that will surprise moviegoers.

Despite the use of Hollywood celebs to voice the Mario characters, this is the real movie adaptation Mario fans deserved as it behaves just like the games themselves. Cue the stage clear music.

Fire Emblem Engage

The newest installment of the megahit Nintendo RPG franchise, Fire Emblem, has arrived and it promises to be one of the biggest RPG games to come out of the new year. Like it or not, the newest Fire Emblem game is ready to corner you into playing this game for all reasons.

Fire Emblem Engage

Fire Emblem Engage is the newest installment of Nintendo's Fire Emblem RPG games and this new game delivers everything the world loves about Fire Emblem in a totally new setting that will challenge even the most seasoned franchise veterans.

Set in the Continent of Elyos, an ancient evil is soon to be reawakened and with time running out, only the bravest of heroes loyal to the Divine Dragon will risk everything to defend Elyos from the ancient evil.

Players assume the role of Alear, the successor to the Divine Dragon and the main character of Fire Emblem Engage, as you will explore the Continent of Elyos, team up with new and familiar heroes, find Emblem Rings, and prevent the reawakening of the Fell Dragon. It doesn't matter which gender your main character will be because whoever you are, you are the hero Elyos needs.

In addition to teaming up with familiar Fire Emblem heroes and merging appearances, the new game features the Engage system which allows you to use weapons, skills, and other stuff from your favorite characters during turn-based battles, giving you various ways to turn the tides of battles. Because turn-based battles in Fire Emblem Engage are so intense and engaging, you'll need more than wits to survive and win.

While taking a break from progressing through the story, there are many ways to enjoy Fire Emblem Engage. From taking on fun-filled activities to getting to know your favorite heroes, it's all about taking your time to fully understand this game better, and because it features Online Play features (required Switch Online subscription), it's a lot more fun to enjoy with the rest of the world.

With memorable storytelling, the cast of characters, an improved turn-based battle system, and various ways to enjoy the game, this is the Fire Emblem game you won't be able to get away from because, like all Nintendo games, they're everywhere. 

If you haven't played it, chances are this game is going to pursue you and if you got caught by it, you'll find this Fire Emblem very addictive to the core with the Expansion Pass featuring incoming downloadable content coming soon, the fun continues.

Welcome everyone to the most enjoyable Fire Emblem game to date.

Pocket Monsters Scarlet and Violet

The newest Pokemon saga has arrived as fans and newcomers are welcome to a whole new world and a whole new way to enjoy their newest Pokemon adventure. Prepare for a magnificent ride toward the vibrant region of Paldea.

Welcome to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the newest chapter of the Pokemon franchise where players have been given unprecedented freedom to explore the Paldea region their way. Using every know-how from the previous game, Pokemon Legends Arceus, Scarlet and Violet deliver an open-world freedom that is so great, even your online buddies can enjoy and cross paths with you every time.

As a trainer who is enrolled in the academy, you will explore the vast wonders of the Paldea region on your own terms, catching Pokemon, battling trainers, uncovering secrets, saving the day, and fighting your way toward the Champion rank, this is the taste of your Paldean adventure and no matter which path you'll choose, it's all about being ready for everything in this game.

Because catching Pokemon is the cream of the crop of the games, the Paldea region is home to new and returning Pokemon such as the starters (Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly), Pokemon that can be commonly caught in the wild such as Lechonk, Smoliv, and Pawmi, and some version exclusives such as Armarogue for Scarlet players and Ceruledge for Violet players. Of course, like all good installments, trading's also a great way to complete your Paldean Pokedex, and later on in 2023, you can transfer your favorites from past installments and Pokemon Go via Pokemon Home connectivity. Better remind yourselves about the Gimmighoul.

The Paldea region is home to a mysterious phenomenon known as Terastal Phenomenon. By terastallizing a Pokemon, it changes its type to its Tera Type, a newfound advantage to cover its weaknesses. For instance, a Pikachu with a Flying Tera Type will be immune to Ground-type attacks, or a Tyranitar with a Ghost Tera Type will save you from a Fighting-type attack. If you teach a Pokemon with a Tera Blast move via TM, this move will attack using the same Tera Type it's on. Terastallizing is a new way to turn the tables of the battle.

Of course, every Pokemon has a different Tera Type so you can't say which is which. However, if you are looking for a Pokemon with the desired Tera Type you'll need, Tera Raid Battles is a way to go. By teaming up with other players, you can defeat and catch the Pokemon you'll need for future battles.

There are lots of new features in the game such as the Let's Go feature where you'll let your Pokemon do the battling as well as the Picnic feature where you can have fun with your favorite Pokemon and feed them sandwiches to make them more friendly to you. You can even personalize your Trainer Card as well as take pictures with you and your pals. Another enriching way to get used to this new region.

With new and exciting features that will keep you hooked to these installments, Scarlet and Violet truly is a bold new step forward for the Pokemon franchise. Like it or not, these new franchises will deepen your love for all things Pokemon further, and with you and your pals setting foot in the Paldea region, consider yourselves Bienvenidos, amigos.

Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus

The world of Pokemon is all about trainers exploring new worlds, catching Pokemon, battling the best trainers, and becoming a true Pokemon master. For two and a half decades, the world of Pokemon continues to expand further for all the trainers who dream the impossible dream, but what if the world of Pokemon looks like before humans and Pokemon bond each other? Step back in time in an ancient civilization and witness the world of Pokemon as you've never witnessed before in the latest Pokemon adventure that takes back centuries ago in the land that will soon be known as the Sinnoh region.

Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus

Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus is a brand new Pokemon adventure where players go back in time and experience the majestic beauty of the Hisui region, a region that will be known centuries later as the Sinnoh region from the Diamond and Pearl games. That's right. This game is set centuries before Diamond and Pearl, even the characters you will meet in the game could be ancestors from familiar Diamond and Pearl characters, so there's a connection between the two timelines. 

In this different kind of Pokemon adventure, you are a member of the Galaxy Expedition Team, a team that specializes in surveying Pokemon across the region. At the start of your journey, you have been given a choice of three starter Pokemons that came from different regions such as Cyndaquill from the Johto region, Oshawott from the Unova region, and Rowlet from the Alola region. These three starters look familiar to you but when they reached their final evolution stages, they're not the ones you're familiar with.

As a member of the team's survey corps, your mission is to explore the different flora and fauna of the region and when told, you'll do what every Pokemon fan does best; catching. However, this isn't an easy task because with most Pokemon behaving differently in different areas, it's important not to rush while approaching near to it and catching it. You can try battling with it using your Pokemon and lower its HP before catching it, that's a classic method that surely comes in handy in a different setting.

At times, there are wild Pokemon coming to attack you, which is unheard of for a Pokemon game, so watch your step. If some wild Pokemon trying to attack you from all sides, it's best to either use your Pokemon to battle it or catch it. It's worth the risk but if you have taken too much damage, you'd better rush back to your base camp to heal yourself and your Pokemon. Aside from healing yourself, your base camp can be an essential place to craft various items. Of course, if you're itching for crafting materials or new recipes for cool items, you can visit the general store and craftworks for supplies and recipes. It pays to be prepared for more.

As you progress through the adventure, you might run into terrifyingly powerful Pokemons along the way. They're known as Alphas and they're bigger than normal and have glowing red eyes. When you encounter them, it's either fight or flight because their attacks are insanely powerful, which might come in handy when you got the guts to catch them.

The battle system in Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus is different than most Pokemon games because there are two ways to use a Pokemon move such as Agile Style and Strong Style. The former cuts down power in favor of usable speed, making the user's next turn come sooner, while the latter cuts down action speed for added power. Use these styles efficiently because this will turn the tide of the battle in your favor.

Of course, personalization is included in this game and while you're not on an adventure, you can buy various clothing to personalize yourself. You can even go to the Photography Studio to show your style and your favorite Pokemon as well. It's one way to show the world how much you're enjoying this different kind of adventure.

In addition to the familiar Pokemon you will catch in the game, Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus marks the debut of new Pokemons such as Wyrdeer, Basculegion, and Kleavor. Familiar Pokemon favorites such as Voltorb, Zorua, Zoroark, Braviary, and Growlithe have been given their Hisuian regions, giving the impressions of what they look like in the land that time forgot.

Although it's set in a different timeline from the Diamond and Pearl saga and features a different kind of gameplay mechanics compared to past installments, Pokemon LEGENDS: Arceus showcases a different kind of Pokemon adventure fans will never forget. 

If you've enjoyed last year's Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, you can give this new kind of Pokemon adventure a try. After all, both these games are set in the same place but with different timelines. It's the Pokemon adventure that time forgot but you'll never forget the awesome experience this game delivers. Consider this your true calling.

Pocket Monsters Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

2021 marks the 25th anniversary of the Pokemon franchise and it also marks the 15th anniversary of the Diamond and Pearl games, making it the perfect moment for Nintendo to unveil the rebirth of the Pokemon Diamond and Pearl games for the Nintendo Switch. It's time to return to the Sinnoh region for the latest Pokemon adventure; Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shining Pearl.

Pocket Monsters
Brilliant Diamond

Pocket Monsters
Shining Pearl

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shining Pearl is the rebirth of the original Diamond and Pearl games launched on the Nintendo DS 15 years ago, welcoming fans and newcomers to the Sinnoh Region as they've never seen before.

Although less of a remake and more of a remastering unlike Fire Red/Leaf Green, Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire, and Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee, the rebirth of the Diamond and Pearl games work just like the original, even better.

Like most Pokemon games, trainers can begin their journey with one of the starters such as Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. As the adventure progress, trainers can explore through the wonders of the Sinnoh region, battling tough trainers, defeating Gym Leaders to win badges in order to enter the Pokemon League and defeat Cynthia the Sinnoh League Champion, thwart Team Galactic's evil plans, take on contests, and the most important of all, Gotta Catch 'em All! It's simple as that.

Fans of the original Diamond and Pearl games will be familiarized with the cool features that can be experienced in the remake such as using the Poketch, making underground secret bases, the Amity Square where you can stroll with your adorable little Pokemon permitted in that area, Poffin making, and the Capsule Decoration feature, not to mention different Pokemon appear exclusively in each feature such as Stunky for Diamond users and Glameow for Pearl users. Oh, and did we mention Hidden Moves as well? 

Since this is the rebirth of the Diamond and Pearl saga, these games come with new and exciting features such as taking your favorite Pokemon for a stroll everywhere, trainer personalization, and the new Ramanas Park area, open after you became a Hall of Famer, where you can encounter past legendaries using slates.

Of course, as you spend the rest of the game catching and evolving Pokemon to complete the Sinnoh Pokedex as well as the National Pokedex, trading with other players is also part of the Pokedex-completing experience and that's where Union Room comes in. Union Room allows players to trade or battle other players locally or online with the Nintendo Switch Online subscription. If that wasn't your thing, be patient because starting next year, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl will become Pokemon HOME compatible, meaning you can transfer your favorite Pokemon to this game including those from the upcoming Pokemon Legends Arceus video game coming early next year.

What a way to celebrate 25 years of Pokemon as well as 15 years of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl. The Sinnoh remakes really are a must-have for longtime Pokemon fans and if you're ready for another adventure, consider Brilliant Diamond or Shining Pearl your calling.

New Pokemon Snap

A long time ago, when you were in your early elementary years and you had a Nintendo 64, you may have stumbled into a classic video game titled Pokemon Snap, a game where you get to be a Pokemon photographer traveling to a faraway island, taking pictures of your favorite Pokemon. It was quite unique but it's nothing more of a distant memory for you until now...

New Pokemon Snap

Pokemon Snap is back on the Nintendo Switch and this time, it's even more picture-perfect than the original. Welcome to the New Pokemon Snap.

What is New Pokemon Snap, you may ask? It's a new Pokemon photography game that takes cues from the original Pokemon Snap and made it better, whatever it is. In this new game, players take on the role of a Pokemon photographer assigned to explore the wonders of the Lentil Region, surveying and photographing Pokemon living in the region.

Your goal is to create the best Pokemon Photodex featuring all the Pokemon photos you've shot at the Lental Region. From the harsh terrains, green forests, to the oceanside, you'll find plenty of Pokemon you can't wait to take pictures with. 

Of course, like the original, a simple Pokemon photo wasn't really enough. You need the right tools for the job if you want your photos to be more unique. For example, if you got access to the feature where you can throw fruits at a nearby Pokemon, you can use it if you want to take pics of Pokemons eating this delicious fruit you've thrown at them or if you have access to those mysterious orbs, you can throw it on a Pokemon and watch them glow and act differently. There are so many ways to take pictures of your favorite Pokemon so feel free to experiment with different features and here's hoping that your pictures will get the four-star rating, proof that your photos are unique.

Throughout this journey, you will encounter mysterious Pokemons that glow and no, they're not Shiny Pokemon as you may call it. They're different and those mysterious Pokemons can only be found in the Lentil region but what are they really? You'll have to find out to uncover these mysteries.

So, there you have it. The New Pokemon Snap feels just like the original Nintendo 64 video game but with so much of your favorite Pokemon desperate to get their shots taken by you, you will have fond memories about playing this rather unique Pokemon game that reminds you of your childhood moments. How will you snap?

Atsumare Doubutsu no Mori

The Doubutsu no Mori (Animal Crossing) franchise has finally landed on the Nintendo Switch with the brand new installment where players will get stranded on a wonderful journey where they can escape all their everyday stress of reality and enjoy their newest way to relax themselves with their new inhabitants. Welcome to Atsumare Doubutsu no Mori (Animal Crossing New Horizons).

Atsumare Doubutsu no Mori

Atsumare Doubutsu no Mori (Animal Crossing New Horizons) is the latest entry of the Doubutsu no Mori (Animal Crossing) franchise where players can enjoy their "me time" with new and memorable inhabitants just like past installments. In this new game, Tom Nook welcomes you to your own island getaway where you can spend your new life at a deserted island brimming with personality.

Players can make their island theirs by catching bugs and fishes, donate at the museum, plant flowers, add some conveniences to make your island lively for your new friends, explore, and more. During your island getaway, you can expect new and memorable characters to visit your island. Make sure you say hi to them just like what you do in past installments!

Also, you can craft new items to make life on the island easier. First, find some recipes, then explore around the island for materials required, and then visit Tom Nook's workbench to craft new items. If you are getting the hang of this island, you can make your island better by doing some good stuff such as building bridges, contribute resources and bells, and more. Not only your island will be better thanks to new and exciting features to unlock, but it will make the other inhabitants happy as long as they're not leaving.

This game is enjoyable with friends around you, that's why you can have up to eight players (up to four per system or up to eight with ad-hoc or online), to enjoy your island getaway and then share it to the world. You can use amiibo figures and cards to invite your favorite characters in-game.

With so much stuff going on around lately, it's good to know that once you have their newest installment, you can really take a break from all the everyday stress around you and relax in your island getaway with your new friends. This is definitely one of the best games to play this season and you should really thank Nintendo for bringing this hit franchise to the Switch.

Enjoy your island stay!

Pocket Monsters Sword and Shield

After months of waiting, the Pokemon franchise is expanded with an all-new saga featuring a new region full of new characters, new Pokemon, a mysterious new phenomenon, and a prophecy waiting to be uncovered. Welcome to Pokemon Sword and Shield, the next chapter of the Pokemon franchise.

So, what is Sword and Shield, you say? First and foremost, the new saga in the world of Pokemon welcomes players to the Galar Region, which is heavily inspired from Great Britain. Brit vibes aside, the new region is home to new Pokemon waiting to be caught.

At the start, players can choose one of the starters such as the Grass-type Grookey, the Fire-type Scorbunny, and the Water-type Sobble. With their starter set, players can explore the Galar Region catching new Pokemon, battle trainers, and conquer, yes really, gym battles, in the road to battle Leon and become the Galar Champion. It won't be easy but with the best Pokemon team with you, nothing is impossible.

There are plenty of Pokemon to catch in the Galar Region, be it new or returning. From new Pokemon such as Yamper, Corviknight, Morpeko, Cramorant, and Drednaw, to Galarian versions of familiar ones such as Ponyta and Weezing, every Pokemon is unique in every way and the key to victory lies between them.

Of course, there are version exclusives to expect in addition to cover legendary Pokemon such as Sword's Zacian and Shield's Zamazenta, and for the first time, different versions feature different gym leaders to compete. There are others, of course, so keep an eye out on what to expect per version.

Throughout your journey, Pokemon battles get even explosive due to the mysterious phenomenon known as Dynamax. Dynamax enlarges Pokemon for three turns, able to unleash massive moves that will turn the tide. In addition, a few Pokemon may change form under the guise of Gigantamax, such as Charizard, Drednaw, Alcremie, and Corviknight.

Believe it or not, you can catch one on Max Raid Battles and who knows, they might posses better stats than ordinary Pokemon. You might even have a crack at catching Gigantamax Pokemon as well but it won't be easy even with three NPCs fighting alongside you so it best to bring some friends before taking on. By clearing Max Raid Battles, you can win items and single-use TRs (reminscent of past TMs from early installments) full of powerful moves.

There are plenty of new features in the new installments such as going camping with your Pokemon. While camping, you can play with them and cook recipes your Pokemon will love to eat. Spending time with them makes them friendly and gain EXP.

Also, the way you use items to raise Pokemon has been recalibrated such as maxing your Pokemon with stat boosters anytime you want. If it's not your thing, you can send them to jobs to earn cash, EXP, or even stat boosts, depending on the job you choose.

Pokemon Sword and Shield will be compatible with next year's Pokemon Home service, which allows players to transfer Pokemon from past installments and Pokemon Go to Sword and Shield. However, only Pokemon listed to the Galar PokeDex are allowed. It's no wonder why fans grabbed pitchforks and yell in protest over the harsh decision. What's worse, with the advent of Dynamax mechanics, the whole Mega and Z stuff are now gone in Sword and Shield. Shame.

If you want to be a real Pokemon master, then this game is not for you. Good Pokemon masters always look back at their past achievements to salivate on their favorite Pokemon but what good not being a Pokemon master by not playing the latest installments despite the harsh decisions the producers made? It's hard to say but whether you like it or not, the newest Pokemon adventure will always leave its doors open to anyone who wish to start a new journey in the wonderful Galar Region. It's yours to explore if you're ready.

Yo-Kai Watch 4 ++

Last Summer, the blokes from Level 5 brought fans the latest installment of the Yo-Kai Watch franchise, called Yo-Kai Watch 4, and while this is basically an improvement compared to past installments, well, the new battle system is worth enjoying as well as the time-bending storyline, fans said they want some more. In response, the upgraded version of Yo-Kai Watch 4, called Yo-Kai Watch 4 ++, is out in the bag and into the Nintendo Switch and, for the first time, the PlayStation4, giving players more to expect the original doesn’t.

Yo-Kai Watch 4 ++ (PS4)

Yo-Kai Watch 4 ++ (Switch)

With YW 4++, fans can expect a bigger and more enjoyable Yo-Kai Watch experience with new co-op mode, new playable Yo-Kais to team up, and new quests to take on. Life on the human world and spirit world couldn’t get even bigger than this, even if its timey-wimey of course.

The Busters co-op mode have became a fan-favorite for the Yo-Kai Watch players and with the mode back on Yo-Kai Watch 4++, players can team up online to take on powerful bosses and score greater rewards. Trouble is, though, since this is on Switch and on PS4, online subscription (Switch Online/PlayStation Plus) is required, meaning players will have to waste their precious Yens to play this wondrous online co-op mode. Shame.

Anyway, if you think you are familiar with the original YW4 game, then think again because in YW4++, there are new locations to explore, new bosses to take on, and new playable Yo-Kai to team up. There's even a special guest appearance of Jinpei Jiba from the upcoming Youkai Gakuen Y movie as well.

If you are playing the original Yo-Kai Watch 4 game on the Nintendo Switch, you can purchase the upgrade pack DLC to take advantage of the new and exciting features offered on YW4++, including the wonderful but rather expensive Busters co-op mode. Once more, you can carry over your progress to this upgraded version as well so you can continue where you left off while experiencing additional stuff. You get the idea.

The Yo-Kai Watch franchise has been one of Level 5's most successful franchise ever made and inspirited fans the world over. With YW4++, the franchise expands to further heights because not only the Switch version is offered but for the first time for PS4 users. Sounds controversial but there's nothing they can do. Still, whichever console they're playing, YW4++ promises to stir up some memories for the fans who are spending the rest of the day jumping through time, teaming up with new and familiar Yo-Kai characters, and enjoy the enriching storyline that changed the franchise forever. The more you know.

Yo-Kai Watch 4: Bokura Wa Onaji Sora wo Miageteiru

For five years, Level 5's hit Yo-Kai Watch franchise reshaped the monster genre for today's generation with over a hundred Yo-Kais to befriend and battle while exploring different worlds and timelines. After five years, the world of Yo-Kai Watch has arrived on the Nintendo Switch and this will be the biggest Yo-Kai Watch adventure yet.

Yo-Kai Watch 4:
Bokura Wa Onaji Sora wo Miageteiru

Yo-Kai Watch has finally arrived on the Nintendo Switch and with Yo-Kai Watch 4, you control the fate of three different timelines as you will venture through different timelines, befriending new and returning Yo-Kais, and uncover the secrets of the spirit world. In the present world, you get to play as Keita Amano and Fumika Kodama. In the future world, meanwhile, you get to play as Natsume Amano, Touma Tsukinami, and Akinori Arihoshi. And in the past, you play as Shin Shimomachi. Believe it or not, these characters can join the fight alongside their Yo-Kai friends as well as powering up their skills to make them more suitable for their next battles.

The battle system has been massively improved as well because instead of the traditional battle system that you are familiarized with, it uses the improved version of the battle system derived from Yo-Kai Watch Busters game so your character can freely battle at your disposal. Mastering the characters' spirit weapons, mastering every Yo-Kai Watch's skills on battle, mastering the new Stopwatching feature, this new battle system becomes even more strategic than ever.

There's even more to this because while playing on the future world, you can unleash Shadowside versions of your favorite Yo-Kais such as Jibanyan and Komasan, making battles even more fiercer, especially boss battles. Also, Toma's Yo-Kai Watch Ogre allows him to transform himself as one of the spirit warriors or when equipped with a divine sword, giving him the ability to become one of the divine gods, the results are even more twice as awesome.

Different timelines come with different Yo-Kais to meet and whether if you are exploring through the past, present, and the future, there's a new Yo-Kai waiting to be befriended so don't be shy. They deserved to be part of your temporal adventure. 

Oh, and keep an eye out for some special guests lurking around on Yo-Kai Watch 4. Don't know who they are but they are famous enough to join the cast. Just ask Gegege no Kitaro and the Omuta City mascot, that's for sure.

Remember the Yo-Kai Arks you got from the toy stores ever since the Shadowside era? You can scan it with your Nintendo Switch Joy-Con and gain lots of goodies that will be proven useful on your adventure, whatever that means.

There are so many ways to do in Yo-Kai Watch 4 but we'll leave it here for now but anyway, with its improved graphics, improved battle system, immense storyline that spans different timelines, new and returning Yo-Kais to meet, and different ways to play, the latest Yo-Kai Watch game promises to bring new and returning fans an adventure they will never forget because with the past, present, and future joining forces, this is by no means the biggest Yo-Kai Watch adventure in ages, for good times and bad times, and since this is on the Nintendo Switch, you can play it anywhere you want as long as you're not making a ruckus on everyone around you.

Good luck on your biggest Yo-Kai adventure yet!

20 years of Smash Bros.

The Nintendo all-star fighting game, Dairantou Smash Brothers (Super Smash Bros.) is now on its 20th anniversary this year and from the first game on the Nintendo 64 all the way to the latest installment on the Nintendo Switch, the battle of the best video game characters in the world of Nintendo keeps on "smashing" and in honor of the Smash Bros.' 20th anniversary, let's slow things down and have a quick history that deserves to be, you guessed it, SMASHED!

The first Smash Bros. game was launched in January 21st, 1999, for the Nintendo 64 and what better way for Nintendo to pave themselves to the 21st century than bringing all of their favorite Nintendo characters and have up to four players to see who's the best. The first playable characters include Mario, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Samus Aran, Link, Fox, Yoshi, and Pikachu but as players progress, they can unlock characters such as F-ZERO's Captain Falcon, Pokemon's Jigglypuff, Luigi, and Ness from the MOTHER games. That's Earthbound to some.

Moving to the age of the Nintendo GameCube, the doors of Smash Bros. are opened once again for their second installment called Dairantou Smash Brothers DX (Super Smash Bros. Melee). With returning faves such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Link, and Pikachu, as well as fresh additions such as Peach, Bowser (Koopa), Zelda, and many others, playable or unlockable alike, this installment keeps amusing players apart from their traditional battle royale matches. There is the Home-Run challenge, the Coin challenge, Tournament, and many other additional modes that will keep players smashing for more.

Onto the Wii era, the Nintendo all-star game grows through new heights with Dairantou Smash Brothers X (Super Smash Bros. Brawl). Launched in January 31st, 2008, the third installment welcomes explosive additions to the roster, including Solid Snake! In this installment, players can take on the story mode called "The Subspace Emissary", where all of the characters are taking on the wrath of the Ancient Minister and the Primid army. 

Come November 2014, the Nintendo Wii U and the 3DS are about to be "smashed" with the newest Smash Bros. game. Apart from new and returning characters, as well as DLC playable characters from different franchises, players can jump into the action as a Mii fighter. For Fun or For Glory, everybody's a winner in both the Wii U and 3DS versions of the Smash Bros. games and by scanning their amiibo figures to the game, there's so much to experiment with these installments. Of course, with Mario, Rock Man (Mega Man), Sonic, and Pac-Man in the fray, the battle of the best Japanese video game maker is a dream come true for all of us.

And now, last December 2018, with the Nintendo Switch now at hand, the long-awaited arrival of the the Smash Bros. game, titled Dairantou Smash Brothers SPECIAL (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate) has finally smashed the world and with 20 years of playable characters at hand, with the addition of new fighters including the Splatoon inklings, Ken from Street Fighter and Incineroar from Pokemon Sun and Moon, this is the ultimate Smash Bros. installment, pause, ever smashed, and thanks to the Switch's capabilities, they can bring the action everywhere they go.

...and there you have it. A quick history lesson SMASHED and here's for 20 years of SMASHING success for the Smash Bros. franchise. For fans, by fans, the world of Smash Bros. are always open for everyone ready to show the world who's the best among the rest.

Dairantou Smash Brothers SPECIAL (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate) is currently on sale for the Nintendo Switch.

Dairantou Smash Brothers SPECIAL

For almost two decades, Nintento's all-star crossover battle, Dairantou Smash Brothers (Super Smash Bros.) became the new standard for crossover battles where the best and the brightest stars from the world of Nintendo go all-out in this epic battle royale where only one will be crowned the victor and in preparation for the Smash Bros.' 20th anniversary next year, at last, the world has been awaited for this! The ultimate Smash Bros. battle royale to end it all!

Dairantou Smash Brothers SPECIAL

Yes, really, this really is the ultimate Smash Bros. experience fans have been waiting for and as presented by our friends from Nintendo and in association with HAL Labs, the ultimate battle of video game stars in the world has begun. Dairantou Smash Brothers SPECIAL (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate) features the biggest roster of playable characters spanning from different video games and covers nearly two decades of Smash Bros. Got Mario? Yes! Pikachu? Definitely! Ice Climbers? Hai! Solid Snake? Oui! Link? Ja! Ness? Da! This latest Smash Bros. game has all of the fighters spanning two decades of Smash. You can even join the fun as a Mii fighter for a more customized experience.

In addition to the massive number of returning favorites, the newest Smash Bros. game features newest additions to the roster such as Street Fighter's Ken, Pokemon Sun and Moon's Incineroar, the Inklings from Splatoon, bringing it down to almost 70 playable fighters but the fun doesn't stop here because there will be more fighters coming soon and if you avail the Fighter Pass, you will gain access to five DLC fighters coming soon. One such example is the recently announced Joker from Persona 5.

The rules are simple; knock out all of the opponents and win. However, in this new Smash Bros. game, the battle gets even fiercer as you will have to be familiarized with the new Spirit feature, which is very essential before battles. Taking form from iconic characters, these Spirits can be used for either attacking opponents, boost your characters, and more. There are so many Spirits to collect and experiment with your favorite fighters.

There are different ways to play Smash Brothers SPECIAL. You csn take on free battles by yourself or with your friends, challenge on tournament battles, take on special challenges, and you can even take on the Adventure mode to get to know the fighters better on the fight through the World of Light. You can play with other players ad-hoc or online (requires Switch Online subscription). The world of Smash Bros. is open for earnest fighters like you, new and returning alike.

Got your amiibos? If so, you can scan it with your Switch to make it more fun. If its an amiibo modeled after a playable fighter, you can power up their attributes to make them tougher. If its an amiibo modeled after a non-playable character, who knows what happened? Be sure to scan all of your favorite amiibos on your Switch and see what happens! Surprises abound!

For almost twenty years, the Smash Bros. games became the ultimate party game for everyone while getting tired with all of the talk marathon they're having and with the newest installment, the Smash Brothers game we love has elevated to the max and with the largest number of playable characters to fight as and numerous modes to take part of, it's no wonder this is the Smash game to end all Smash games and everyone's a winner!

Kamen Rider Climax Scramble Zi-O

The Heisei-era Kamen Riders that begins with Kuuga and ends with Zi-O come full circle and having spent the rest of your youth watching every twenty Heisei-era Kamen Rider installments from Kuuga to Zi-O, it's time to embrace the past, present, and future with the brand new Nintendo Switch game where you and your family can experience explosive battles with their favorite Riders.

Kamen Rider Climax Scramble Zi-O

The explosive action from your favorite Heisei-era Kamen Rider heroes has landed on the Nintendo Switch and Climax Scramble Zi-O is all about playing with your childhood heroes with your friends and see who is the best Rider among the rest.

Climax Scramble Zi-O offers a roster of over 30 playable Riders to fight as; Kuuga, Agito, Ryuki, Faiz, Blade, Hibiki, Kabuto, DEN-O, Kiva, Decade, W, Accel, OOO, Birth, Fourze, Meteor, Wizard, Beast, Gaim, Baron, Drive, Mach, Ghost, Spectre, Ex-Aid, Brave, Build, Cross-Z, Zi-O, and Geiz. Each Rider has their own different variations waiting to be unleashed and there's more to come in an upcoming update later on. Yes, there's more from these Riders later on; like for example, you can now trigger Zi-O's W Armor as seen in the upcoming Heisei Generations FOREVER movie, but that's just the beginning because there will be more legendary Riders coming in the game soon so watch out.

The action-packed Kamen Rider fighting game can be played in various ways. You can play it at home, you can play it anywhere, share a Joy-con for a multiplayer co-op or battle, online, Ad-hoc, whatever floats your Switch, and in here, the rules are simple, take out your opponents and win. As you keep fighting, you will fill your Scramble Blast gauge and Skill gauge as well and when it's full, you can unleash powerful forms and Scramble Blast attacks to deliver massive damage. Experiment with different Riders and their fighting styles to turn the tables in your favor.

To get the most out of it, players can experience Story Mode, where Zi-O and Geiz battle their way through an original storyline featuring iconic Heisei-era Riders and multiple enemies in store as well as a powerful boss waiting to anguish you. You can play it solo or with a friend. As the Story Mode gets even harder and harder, you can power up your Rider's HP, attack power, defense, and scramble power with Rider Points you've collected in-game.

With its explosive Rider battles, Climax Scramble Zi-O could be the ideal party game you and your friends can enjoy on the Nintendo Switch and when it comes to getting to play as their favorite childhood heroes with its high-octane blend of thriller, nostalgia, and fun, this game really blows your head off and makes you want to play some more.

LIMITED EDITION: Those who've obtained the special limited edition box set will receive not just the game itself but also a special shiny Zi-O Ride Watch, big rubber strap featuring Zi-O and Geiz, four special sheets, and a special card for use at the DATA CARDDASS Kamen Rider Ganbarizing Arcade Game.

Pocket Monsters Let's Go! Pikachu & Pocket Monsters Let's Go! Eevee

The Kanto Region is more than just the region that started the Pokemon story. It's a region that makes you come back for more. You've played it in the original Pokemon games such as Red, Blue/Green, Yellow, then the Gold and Silver saga, then the Fire Red and Leaf Green remakes, and also the Heart Gold and Soul Silver remakes. It's a region that once you started, forever smitten, and now, you are back in the region where it all began, this time on the Nintendo Switch, showcasing the future of Pokemon games in the Switch era while stirring up some nostalgia.

Pocket Monsters Let's Go! Pikachu

Pocket Monsters Let's Go! Eevee

Pokemon heads to Nintendo Switch in an all-new-but-not-so-new video game that brings you back to where it all began with new and exciting ways to play. The Pokemon Let's Go! games welcomes players back to the Kanto region as a Pokemon trainer and in this game, trainers catch, evolve, and train different Pokemon. There are over 150 Pokemon to collect in the Kanto region and although the game feels pretty much the same as the originals, the Let's Go games promises to be more different than the rest of the installments. You can either play it alone or co-op with your pal by giving your another Joy-Con to him/her and enjoy playing Pokemon together.

In Pokemon Let's Go! Pikachu, trainers paired up with Pikachu, while in Pokemon Let's Go! Eevee, they paired up with Eevee. Either way, both partner Pokemons are unique in their strengths and they're going to be forever at your side whether you like it or not. On second thought, we all like having mascot Pokemons on our side for the rest of our lives. 

Throughout your quest for the Indigo League, you may find your journey with your partner Pokemon to be full of obstacles. Luckily, however, your partner Pokemon will have some new tricks no Pokemon has done before. Later on in the game, your partner Pokemon will trigger Secret Techniques (which pretty much like the Hidden Machines from the past) which allows them to cut trees, cross through waters, or fly through areas you've visited before. Also, they can take advantage of their brand new exclusive moves no other Pokemon can learn. When you see a sign during a battle, just wave your Joy-Con to use their special powers. For Pikachu, there's Pika Papow and Splishy Splash. For Eevee, there's Veevee Volley, Bouncy Bubble, Buzzy Buzz, and Sizzly Slide. Put these new powers to good use.

Catching Pokemon is the main goal of every Pokemon game since the start but here in Let's Go!, catching Pokemon now works like the ones from the Pokemon Go app games. Using the Joy-Con or the Poke Ball Plus, players throw a Poke Ball on the Pokemon and when caught, it's yours to keep. Just like in Pokemon Go, the catch rate varies by the color and the size of the circle and to make the catch more easier, feed them berries. If it's not working, try again, but hurry because any time, the Pokemon you're trying to catch may run away so catch it while you can!

Like the Pokemon you caught? Set is as partner and your new Pokemon will follow you wherever you go. Some may find you hidden items while some will let you ride with them, making the journey quicker and easier.

While taking a break from your adventure, you can play with your partner Pikachu or Eevee by petting it, feeding it with berries, or tickle it. As your bond with your partner Pikachu or Eevee grows, it can even do high fives or find gifts for you as you travel. You can even personalize yourself or your partner Pikachu or Eevee as well. You can give them new hairstyles, accessories, or outfits to your partner Pikachu or Eevee to your liking.

Got a Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle? If you managed to evolve it all the way to Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise, later on, you can obtain Mega Stones for them to Mega Evolve, allowing you to turn the tide of the battle in your favor. Also, keep an eye out for Legendary Pokemon such as Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. Unlike regular Pokemon, you have to battle them and when you defeat them, you get the chance to capture it. Be ready with lots and lots of Ultra Balls and berries when you're onto it.

In tradition, there are Pokemon exclusive to each version. In Let's Go! Pikachu, Pokemon such as Oddish, Sandshrew, and Growlithe only appear in the wild. In Let's Go! Eevee, you can only caught Bellsprout, Vulpix, and Meowth. As well, Differences aside, there's always trading that will help you complete your PokeDex. Either local or online (requires online subscription), trading Pokemon with friends is one of the many ways to complete the PokeDex. Who knows, there are some Pokemon that can be evolved by trading.

Demonstrating the future of Pokemon games, Let's Go! features Pokemon Go! connectivity so most of the Pokemon from the Kanto region you caught from the Pokemon Go app game can be sent to the game. You can even send Alolan variants of Pokemon such as Rattata, Sandshrew, Vulpix, Geodude, Marowak, Raichu, Meowth, Grimer, and Exeggutor as well. Did you know that if you sent 25 of the same species to the game, you'll play a special mini-game where you can win Candies for your Pokemon?

As you get hooked to their new feature, word of advice, however, that there is a chance that you might get a Mystery Box, which can be received by sending Pokemon from Pokemon Go to Pokemon Let's Go and there is a chance that you might get a brand new mythical Pokemon exclusive to Let's Go. A long time ago, while you were playing Pokemon Go, you may have encountered a mysterious creature that turned into a Ditto. Now, it has revealed that they mystery creature is none other than the mythical Pokemon named Meltan and get this; by gaining 400 Meltan candies, Meltan evolves into Melmetal, being the first-ever mythical Pokemon to evolve. Getting 400 Meltan candies to evolve it into Melmetal sounds like a herculean task but there are many ways to get 400 candies to evolve it so try it.

Defeated the Elite Four and became the Pokemon League Champion? That's only the beginning because later on, you might run into Master Trainers. They will battle you with one catch; if you have their favorite Pokemon and you'll only battle them without items. This is a true test of skill and if you defeat them, you'll earn the title that will make it worth the bragging rights in Link Battles.

Did you know that for limited quantities, you can get the Mythical Pokemon Mew on the Poke Ball Plus? Better buy one now while you still can to add this Psychic Pokemon in-game. This is a useful Pokemon that can learn almost any technical machines that can adapt through different battles.

So, there we are. While this game takes us back to where it all began, the new and exciting ways to play Pokemon Let's Go! delivers brings us the glimpse of the future of the Pokemon franchise while remembering the great heritage this worldwide phenomenon delivers after over two decades. It may feel like a Throwback Thursday to us but Let's Go! could serve as the new standard of the next Pokemon games. A template of greater things to come. So, get up and go as your new Pokemon adventure awaits.