Double XP in Pokemon Go Until March 16th March 7, 2018

Niantic has made a big Pokémon Go announcement this week. Between now and March 16, players will earn Double XP. If you’re past level 20, this could make your journey to level 30 a lot faster. If you’re not currently trapped in one of the worst snowstorms this year, boot up your game now. You’ll earn double XP automatically.

Pokémon Go is out now for iOS and Android Devices.

Life is Strange: Before The Storm – Farewell Launch Trailer March 5, 2018

Farewell, the special final episode of Life is Strange: Before the Storm is getting a digital release today, and Square Enix has released this launch trailer for the game. Fans of the original Life is Strange may recognize one of the characters…

Owners of the Life is Strange: Before the Storm Digital Deluxe Edition will be able to download the “Farewell” episode as soon as it is made available on their platform’s digital marketplace. It will be included in the retail edition of the game when it is released Tuesday.

Life is Strange: Before the Storm is out now for PC, Xbox One, and PS4.

Heatran and Regigigas Distribution This Month March 3, 2018

The Pokémon Company is offering Generation 7 Pokémon trainers the chance to obtain one of two possible legendary Pokémon each month. This month, they’re offering the legendary Pokémon Heatran and Regigigas to players who are signed up for the Pokémon Newsletter. Take a closer look:

The code only works once and the Pokémon you receive will depend on which game you redeem the code for, so choose wisely. As far as we know, this months’s Newsletter has not been released, and you can sign up for the newsletter on the official Pokémon website. Sadly, if you aren’t signed up for the official Pokémon Newsletter by now, you won’t be eligible for this month’s code. You can keep up to date about which Pokémon are being offered each month and how to obtain them by going here.

Pokémon Sun, Pokémon Moon, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon are out now exclusively for Nintendo 3DS Systems.

Wreck-It Ralph 2 Teaser Trailer March 1, 2018

In 2012, Disney Animation released the film Wreck-It Ralph. It was a love letter to gamers that told the story of a video game’s final boss who wanted more out of life. It featured tons of recognizable characters from many iconic games including Sonic the Hedgehog, PAC-MAN, Q-Bert, Street Fighter II and even Tapper. The film was an incredible achievement, and I feel was just as ground breaking a story as Disney’s Who Framed Roger Rabbit was back in the late ’80s.

Now, Disney has just released the teaser trailer for Wreck-It Ralph‘s sequel, Ralph Breaks the Internet. Take a look and enjoy!

Wreck-It Ralph 2 is coming to theaters thus Thanksgiving.

How to Celebrate Pokemon Day 2018 February 26, 2018

The Pokémon Company has announced that February 27th, 2018 will see the return of Pokémon Day. This day is special because it is considered the anniversary of the release of the original Pokémon games in Japan.

So how will Pokémon Trainers be able to celebrate it? Take a look below for some ideas!

I can confirm Snapchat users will be able to find the Bulbasaur filter in their apps right now. You’ll need an Alexa-Enabled or Google Home-Powered speaker to use the Pikachu Talk skill, but that also should be up now in your speaker’s control application.

Pokémon Go players will be happy to know that Niantic is offering special Pikachus wearing party hats from 1PM PST today to 1PM PST Wednesday. You’ll also be able to buy trainer avatar items inspired by Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen with in-game PokeCoins or real-world money. In the past, limited time event gear was given away for free, so I’m a bit puzzled as to why Niantic is charging for this in-game content unless they plan to keep offering it past the event.

You can celebrate however they wish, but make sure to include the hashtag #PokemonDay with any social media posts.

Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon are out now on the Nintendo 3DS platform. Pokémon Go is out now for Android and iOS Smart Devices.

Pokemon Go Community Day 2 Starts at 2PM February 24, 2018

Niantic is hosting the second Pokémon Go Community Day in just a few hours. Today, between the hours of 2PM and 5PM EST, you’ll be able to find special Dratini in public parks across the region. The special thing about the Dratini you will find today is if it is evolved into a Dragonite, it will learn the special move Draco Meteor. Normally, Dragonites found in Pokémon Go will not know that move.

If you’ve got yourself a copy of Pokémon Go on your smartphone, fire it up and start catching!

Pokémon Go is out now on Android and iOS Smartphones.

Super Mario Odyssey Luigi Balloons Update Released February 23, 2018

Nintendo has just released a free update for the must-buy game, Super Mario Odyssey. The new update includes several new costumes to purchase at the in-game stores and an all-new minigame starring Mario’s brother Luigi!

After installing the free patch, you will find Luigi floating around the main hub areas of each world. He will complement you on your clothing and offer you the chance to play an online ranked minigame. Luigi will give you a balloon and tell you to hide it. You will be scored based on how difficult you make it for other players to find the balloon!

Your Nintendo Switch will typically install its updates if left in standby mode while it is connected to the internet. If you have that feature disabled or you kept your Switch turned off, you can manually install the 1.2.0 patch manually before launching the game.

Super Mario Odyssey is out now exclusively on the Nintendo Switch.

Detective Pikachu Story Trailer February 23, 2018

A lot of people have been curious about the plot of Detective Pikachu. It isn’t a main Pokémon title as much as it is a side story in the Pokémon world involving a special talking Pikachu. Together, you can interview witnesses and solve puzzles to help you investigate mysteries throughout the region. Now, Nintendo has just released this new trailer for the game which takes a closer look at the game’s story, enjoy.

I’m happy this is finally coming to the West.

Detective Pikachu is coming March 2018 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS.

iOS 11.2.6 Released February 20, 2018

Sorry about the delay on this post, Apple has quietly released a software update for many of their personal computer devices including the iPhone and iPad. The new update, iOS 11.2.6, fixes some minor bugs including consistent app support for external devices.

If you are using an Apple device running iOS 11, you can install the update right now by selecting the General, and then Software Update tabs in the Settings App. If you had the previous version of iOS 11 installed on your device, the new update weighs in at around 26MB.

Splatoon 2 Love/Money Splatfest Starts Tonight February 16, 2018

Splatoon 2 players should fire up their Nintendo Switch consoles and prepare to pick sides because the next Splatfest starts tonight. Splatfest is an important event in the Splatoon franchise where players take sides on important issues, with winning teams getting special goodies. This weekend’s Splatfest will go on for exactly 24 hours starting at Midnight tonight. The winner will be determined shortly after the event concludes.

So what is at stake this time? The answer appears to be the very core of humanity. The game’s developers are taking inspiration from the Valentine’s Day holiday and are asking their players the hard question, do you prefer Love or Money? Players can make their team selection right now but just be aware that once a team is selected, you won’t be able to change it.

Good luck to everyone! May your ink be only on your enemies.

Splatoon 2 is out now exclusively on the Nintendo Switch.