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Second Run for Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Mighty Blaziken Tera Raid Battle event Now Live
Kick up the heat!
Your second chance is here, Trainers! Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is now having its second run for the Mighty Blaziken Tera Raid Battle event in 7-Star Battles, which is set to run from today January 18th to the 21st, 2024. This event features a battle against a Blaziken with the Flying Tera Type and the Mightiest Mark. Please note that this Pokémon can only be caught once per save file.
If you want the full details, head to Serebii’s site here!
RUMOR: Universal Orlando getting Pokémon, Zelda, and Luigi's Mansion Attractions
Now that's a Nintendo World!
Universal Orlando is rumored to be introducing a new land dedicated to Pokémon along with attractions for The Legend of Zelda and Luigi’s Mansion.
Rumors surrounding the Pokémon land propose a ride experience that combines cutting-edge technology and interactive elements. In Japan, the Pokémon area is set to potentially replace The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, while in Florida the area would replace The Simpsons Ride. It’s expected that the ride will incorporate Augmented Reality, similar to the Mario Kart attraction.
Initial reports indicated an opening date of 2030 for the Pokémon land’s completion, but due to recent speculation of The Simpsons Ride closing, it may be possible to see it much sooner.
Another concept to be rumored to get an attraction is for The Legend of Zelda for Islands of Adventure. Initial concepts, including a theater show and a boat ride transforming into a suspended dark ride, were not approved, but rumors suggest the potential replacement of the Lost Continent section. With the closure of attractions like Poseidon’s Fury and The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad, the area remains unused. Speculations for a Legend of Zelda land include an indoor boat ride concept and a reimagined Deku Tree-themed restaurant. Despite no official demolition plans, speculation suggests an opening date of 2027 for the Zelda-themed attractions.
Finally, strong rumors indicate that another addition could be a Luigi’s Mansion-themed mini-land within Super Nintendo World. Positioned between Super Nintendo World and Dark Universe lands, this speculated expansion might feature a unique entry through a warp pipe from the main courtyard. The proposed Luigi’s Mansion dark ride is anticipated to offer an immersive experience, navigating haunted mansion rooms with an interactive shooter. The mini-land could include a flat ride and a mansion-themed restaurant. An opening date is unknown.
While all the details are based on rumors, Universal Orlando is set for an exciting six years with Nintendo and Pokémon franchises potentially being featured.
Final wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet 'The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero' icons available for Switch Online members
The final battle
The final wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet ‘The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero’ is now available for all NSO trainers and members.
As you may know, the characters will cost 10 Platinum Points each, while the backgrounds and frames will cost each 5 Platinum Points. Don’t forget to grab some free coins by visiting the My Nintendo site.
This wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Hidden Treasure of Area Zero icons will be around until Jan. 18th, so make sure you grab it while you still have time. Remember this is the last wave, so make sure to complete your collection before it’s too late.
Golden Sun and Golden Sun: The Lost Age coming to NSO Expansion Pack on January 17th
The GBA classic is back
Calling all Adepts! It’s time to put your skills and spells to the test against the forces of darkness. The Game Boy™ Advance games Golden Sun™ and Golden Sun™: The Lost Age are making their debuts on the Nintendo Switch™ system on Jan. 17, available for everyone with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership as part of the Game Boy Advance – Nintendo Switch Online library. This is your chance to visit (and revisit!) the magic and mystery of these classic RPG adventures.
From the humble village of Vale to the mystical peaks of Mt. Aleph, the Golden Sun game sets magic-wielding young heroes Isaac, Garet, Ivan and Mia on a quest to prevent the ancient power of Alchemy from being unleashed on their home world of Weyard. Their adventure takes them through towns, caverns and dungeons as they face wily enemies, confounding puzzles and epic challenges that push their magical abilities (Psynergy) to their absolute limits. Along the way, they get help from mysterious creatures known as the Djinn, who aid the heroes in harnessing their Psynergy to unlock potent spells and unstoppable attacks.
A direct sequel to Golden Sun, the Golden Sun: The Lost Age game presents a dramatic shift as the story now follows Felix – a young Adept (or magic user) who was the antagonist of the first game – on his mission to prove that Alchemy isn’t a destructive force, but one that could save Weyard after all. Forced to join Felix on his quest are Adepts Jenna and Sheba and the wizened scholar Kraden, all of whom struggle to keep Felix on task as powerful and enigmatic new challenges face them all.
Featuring co-op gameplay* that allows for friends to join your merry (and sometimes not-so-merry) band, as well as turn-based combat, puzzle-solving, open world exploration and RPG-inspired character upgrades, Golden Sun and Golden Sun: The Lost Age are layered with unpredictable gameplay built around an engrossing and engaging story.
The more you get to know Weyard, the more mysterious it gets. So, what do you say? Ready to fall under its spell?
Trainers, prepare! Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is now having its newest Tera Raid Battle event featuring Mighty Blaziken in 7-Star Battles, which is set to run from today January 12th to the 14th, 2024 and will be having a second run next week. This event will feature a battle against a Blaziken with the Flying Tera Type and the Mightiest Mark. Please note that this Pokémon can only be caught once per save file.
Head to Serebii’s site to learn all the details about this event.
Fourth wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet 'The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero' icons available for Nintendo Switch Online members
Meet the supporting cast
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC is getting its fourth wave of Switch icons today, available now for NSO members!
As you may know, the characters will cost 10 Platinum Points each, while the backgrounds and frames will cost each 5 Platinum Points. Don’t forget to grab some free coins by visiting the My Nintendo site.
This wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Hidden Treasure of Area Zero icons will be around until Jan. 4th, so make sure you grab it while you still have time. We’ll bring you news on subsequent runs as they become available.
Pokémon Concierge 'Making Of' video feature
A look behind the Pokeball
Netflix released Pokémon Concierge today, a new series focused on a Pokémon Resort. One of the most interesting aspects of the series is that it’s made in stop motion, which makes you wonder “how did they do it?”. Netflix is here to answer that very same question, as they’ve released a new feature video showing us the making of process of the show. Take a look at the video above and let us know what you think of their process and Pokémon Concierge so far!
The Netflix Series “Pokémon Concierge” is an all-new stop-motion animation set in the Pokémon world. Get a behind-the-scenes look at a Pokémon resort on a tropical island, where protagonist Haru works as a concierge alongside fellow human characters like Alisa and Tyler, and where the Pokémon guests enjoy their leisure activities to the fullest! See how Psyduck, Dragonite, Pikachu and the other Pokémon are animated, along with staff interviews, puppet materials and more invaluable footage.
Sheldon's Dress-Up Showdown Event Starting Later Today in Splatoon 3
It's all random!
Sheldon’s Dress Up Showdown is back in Splatoon 3! If you missed this event before, it’s your chance to give it a try now. The event will start today at 21:00 GMT-3 and will have different timeslots throughout tomorrow.
Check below for the full schedule and details:
December 28th, 2023, 21:00 GMT-3 December 29th, 2023, 1:00 GMT-3 December 29th, 2023, 5:00 GMT-3 December 29th, 2023, 9:00 GMT-3 December 29th, 2023, 13:00 GMT-3 December 29th, 2023, 17:00 GMT-3
Make the most of a random assortment of Sheldon’s weapons and outfits in this come-as-you-are Challenge!
- You’ll be assigned an outfit and weapon at the start of battle.
- Your loadout will completely change with each subsequent battle!
- Sheldon is graciously loaning all of the equipment, so you don’t need to own the items you’re using. You also don’t get to keep them.
Check out some new gameplay for Chico and the Magic Orchards DX
Nothing 'chico' about this adventure
Daikon Games’ debut title Chico and the Magic Orchards DX will launch tomorrow December 29th, 2023 for the Nintendo Switch! In the meantime, why not watch some gameplay shared for the game to get excited? Don’t miss it in the video above!
Inspired by classic handheld titles from the 8-bit era, Nintendo Switch is a perfect fit for Chico’s adventure! Players take control of Chico the chipmunk, rolling a giant walnut to solve puzzles and defeat challenging bosses. The game features 8 unique worlds, spanning a main campaign and a bonus post-credits adventure.
New trailer shared for 'Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island'
All about systems
Spike Chunsoft has shared a brand new trailer for Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island focused entirely on the systems of the game, including gameplay, menus, options, and more.
Curious about how the game works? Check this trailer out and don’t forget that the game is coming to Nintendo Switch on February 27, 2024!
Another Code: Recollection is coming to Switch on January 19th of 2024, and since the game is right around the corner, what better way to get into it than with a Demo which you can download and play right now!
Sleuth your way to the truth across two fully enhanced mystery adventures—including one previously unreleased in North America—in the Another Code: Recollection game.
Help Ashley Mizuki Robins solve riddles, gather clues, and investigate the traces of the past to uncover the true fates of her parents.
If you want to download the demo, you can do so through this link.
Second wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet 'The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero' icons available for Nintendo Switch Online members
What's your favorite starter?
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC is getting its second wave of Switch icons today, available now for NSO members!
As you may know, the characters will cost 10 Platinum Points each, while the backgrounds and frames will cost each 5 Platinum Points. Don’t forget to grab some free coins by visiting the My Nintendo site.
This wave of Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Hidden Treasure of Area Zero icons will be around until Dec. 21st, so make sure you grab it while you still have time. We’ll bring you news on subsequent runs as they become available.
Just Dance 2024 Introduces Beta for New Camera Controller Feature
Can't say "my controller didn't work!" anymore
It’s time to get up and start dancing, hands-free!
Just Dance 2024 is rolling out a Beta version of the new Camera Controller feature via an update to the Just Dance 2024 Controller app. This system allows players to use their mobile devices, specifically iPhones with iOS 14.4 or newer, to play the game without the need to hold anything. The phone’s camera, in landscape mode, detects and scores dance moves.
While the Beta is initially available for iOS users, the development team aims to improve the feature in collaboration with player feedback. The scoring system is designed for comfortable gameplay, with ongoing improvements based on user input. At the moment the feature supports 15 solo maps and to enable camera scoring compatibility, players need to erase and re-download the specified maps from their consoles if already downloaded.
Uniqlo Releasing New Street Fighter T-shirts as part of Fighting Game Legends Collection
Ready to style?
Uniqlo has revealed its latest addition to the Fighting Game Legends UT collection, featuring t-shirts inspired by Street Fighter and Tekken. The new collection is set to hit stores in Japan on February 26, 2024, and each t-shirt is priced at 1,500 yen (approximately $10).
The Street Fighter series contributes three unique t-shirt designs to the collection. One showcases a dark gray tee with Ryu executing a Shoryuken on the front and the franchise logo on the back. Another features a white t-shirt displaying the Street Fighter 2 logo and hand-drawn development art on the reverse side. The third design is a navy blue tee highlighting the Street Fighter 6 logo and the main character, Luke.
While the release is currently scheduled in Japan, Uniqlo often extends similar collections to international markets. Stay tuned for updates on the availability of these gaming-inspired t-shirts beyond Japan!
Undertale Developer Toby Fox Remixes Ed Sheeran's Pokémon Theme for Scarlet and Violet DLC
Unlikely duo
In an article by VGC News, we found out that Undertale developer Toby Fox has remixed Ed Sheeran’s Pokémon theme, “Celestial,” exclusively for the credits in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s latest DLC.
Sheeran, a lifelong Pokémon fan, not only contributed his theme to the game but also appeared in a Pokemon-themed music video. Sheeran has expressed his honor in contributing a song to a Pokémon game. The collaboration is described by Kenji Okubo, President of the Pokémon Company International, as a “dream come true” for the Pokémon team.