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Nintendo Launches “Hello, Mario!” App for Children in Japan
Nintendo has introduced Hello, Mario!, a new interactive app aimed at young children, available now on Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android devices. Released on August 26, 2025, in Japan, the app is part of Nintendo’s “My Mario” initiative, which combines...
Final Fantasy VI Characters Join Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent in Upcoming Collaboration
Square Enix has announced a special collaboration event between Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent and Final Fantasy VI, bringing iconic characters from the classic RPG into the mobile game’s world. The event is scheduled to launch on August 27,...
Skyrim Mod Revives Oblivion-Style Custom Spellcrafting
A new mod for Skyrim Special Edition brings back the beloved spellcrafting system from Oblivion, giving players the ability to create custom spells by combining a variety of magical effects. Titled Fourth Era Spell-Crafting, the mod allows players to mix...
Battlefield 2042’s Lack of Campaign Mode: A Missed Opportunity
Battlefield 2042 has drawn criticism for its decision to forgo a traditional single-player campaign, a hallmark of previous entries in the franchise. While the game emphasizes large-scale multiplayer battles, many fans and critics argue that the absence of a narrative-driven...
Crystal Dynamics Announces Additional Layoffs Amid Evolving Business Conditions
Crystal Dynamics, the renowned studio behind the Tomb Raider franchise, has confirmed a new round of layoffs, marking its third such occurrence since being acquired by Embracer Group in 2022. The studio attributes this decision to “evolving business conditions,” emphasizing...
Fortnite Temporarily Disables Precision Air Strike Following Glitch Discovery
Epic Games has temporarily disabled the Precision Air Strike item in Fortnite’s Battle Royale mode after a major glitch was discovered. First reported on August 27, 2025, the issue allowed players to repeatedly activate the item, causing unintended gameplay disruptions...
Pokémon GO Confirms Return of Wild Area Event in 2025 with New Features and Pokémon
Pokémon GO’s popular Wild Area event will return in 2025, bringing a host of new content and exclusive features for trainers worldwide. Scheduled for November 15 and 16, the event will run from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time...
Nintendo renames Warpstar Inc. to Nintendo Stars Inc., hinting at broader media ambitions
Nintendo has officially renamed its Kirby-focused subsidiary, Warpstar Inc., to Nintendo Stars Inc., a move that reflects the company’s growing focus on bringing its iconic franchises into the broader media landscape. Originally founded on July 31, 2001 as a joint...
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Composer Unveils Never-Before-Released Demo Tracks
Fans of the Deus Ex series now have a rare opportunity to explore previously unheard audio creations, as Sascha Dikiciyan, also known by his alias Sonic Mayhem, has released a collection of demo tracks from Mankind Divided entirely for free....