Summary Earlier this year,I reported that the Pokemon Trading Card Game was in a desperate place. Prices of some of thecollectible card game’smost desirable cards were skyrocketing to a point that was unattainable for the average collector. A Pikachu promo increased by 151 percent, Crown Zenith singles were rising at an alarming rate, and the famed ‘Moonbreon’ card jumped by almost $500 in just three months. It’s been around five months since I published that report, and I wanted to check how prices had moved since then....

If you’re one of themore than 3.5 million people who were able to secureaNintendo Switch 2during last month’s launch, odds are you either bought the standalone Switch 2 console or theMario Kart Worldbundle,which comes with a digital code for the Switch 2 exclusive and will only be available for a limited time. That last bit is important, as oneNintendogamer learned first-hand that consoles that are bundled with a digital code can have that code and game revoked altogether by the company....

Revenge of the Savage Planetis a game that revels in its absurdity, and seems to want to keep you guessing with its unpredictability from beginning to end. While that makes it an enjoyable journey throughout its entire runtime it also leaves some gaps in its world-building. As you journey from the tutorial to the credits, you’ll start to notice some inconsistencies in information, and details that just don’t seem to make sense....

Death Stranding 2has been a next-level hit forKojima Productions, and if you’re reaching the end of your journey with Sam Porter Bridges but can’t bear to say goodbye, there’s now something else to look forward to. A brand new Sam Bridges Nendoroid based on the protagonist’s new look in the Death Stranding sequel. Nendoroid creators Good Smile revealed Sam is getting a new Nendoroid by sharing a prototype image of the figure on social media, although barring a few finer details, it looks like it’s almost ready to go if you ask me....

Summary After months of rumours and leaks,Xboxhas finally confirmed thatSenua’s Saga: Hellblade 2is coming to PS5 “this Summer”, and it’ll even be enhanced onPlayStation. Over the past year and a bit, Microsoft and Xbox havebeen making it very clear that they’re entering a new era for the console. While most of Xbox’s lifetime has been spent trying to be one of the biggest first-party publishers, that’s completely changed and it’snow acting as more of a third-party publisher than anything else....

I love Shadow Labyrinth. And judging by theOpen Criticconsensus, I loved it a fair bit more than every other reviewer. This doesn’t surprise me. Even as I was writing my review I expected it to be a pretty divisive game. It’s challenging in a way that modern Metroidvanias aren’t willing to be, and while that means it will alienate some people, I appreciate its commitment to honoring Namco’s arcade game history, both in theme and in difficulty....

In severalRPGSand cozy games, we have met many adorable creatures that distract us with how cute they look. In fact, we wish they were real so we could squish them while trying to fit them in our pockets or bags to take them everywhere. They could even pretend to be still figures, so no one suspects a thing. The Pokemon franchise has a couple of snuggly critters, but that’s not the only game with plump cutie pies....

As someone lucky enough (or just bad with money, you decide) to own every home console released in the last few years, I’ve never understood the excitement for games getting ported to theSwitch. While it’s great for those who only have access toNintendo’s hybrid handheld, outside of indies and smaller-scale projects,most ports simply run and look worse. With that cynicism in mind, I was sceptical when theSwitch 2 was revealed with a whole library of ports under its belt....

Quick Links There are so many enemies to fight and ingredients to collect inTainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalonthat it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer variety of options at your fingertips. If trying to pinpoint the best spots to begin searching for alchemy ingredients like carnations sounds difficult, then you’ll be relieved to see the best carnation location list we’ve compiled. Whether you need to find some wild carnations you can pick for free or you’d prefer the convenience of buying some from a vendor, you have options....

Toby Fox masterfully puts love and care into every part ofUndertale, and withDeltarune,he also loves hiding things for fans to hunt out. From secret routes to hard bosses, every little thing is worth paying attention to as anything could lead to a secret. Chapter three of Deltarune introduced some wonderful characters themed around the Dreemurr family’s living room and takes the Delta Warriors onto a fantastical set in front of a live Darkner audience....

The reintroduction of Mega Evolutions in thePokemon TCGhas caused quite a stir, withpre-orders selling out within an hour or soof their drop. While getting your hands on this modern version of a Mega Evolution set might be tough for the foreseeable future, there are several productsboasting beautiful alternatives from the XY era. While it won’t be cheap to open these sets for yourself, you’re able to always opt to buy singles of the Pokemon you like, with these sets providing plenty of options....

After months of rumour and speculation, Nintendo just announced in a random tweet on a random Wednesday who will star in the live-actionThe Legend of Zeldafilm. Two English actors, the 21-year-old Chichester-born Bo Bragason and the 16-year-old Nottingham-born Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, have been cast as Zelda and Link, respectively. Both are relatively unknown actors, a far cry from those who were rumoured to be in talks for the film—namely Hunter Schafer....

Summary When shopping onSteam, it’s always smart to do your research—especially if you plan to spend wisely. Buying random games is basically digital gambling. Just like not every expensive game is a masterpiece, not every cheap one is trash. Sure, many low-cost games are rushed, shallow, or just plain weird, which fuels the stereotype. Some even suffer from developer enthusiasm (aka amateur hour). But that doesn’t mean cheap equals bad. In fact, there are tons of under-a-dollar games on Steam that are surprisingly fun, quirky, and loved by the community....