Pokemon’s Mew Distribution Starts Today February 1, 2016

For the first time in nearly fifteen years, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are offering the exclusive legendary Pokémon Mew free until the 24th of the month.

To obtain your own Mew in the US, you’ll need to obtain a download code from your local GameStop. Don’t worry, they’ll be given out free of charge. You can then redeem the Mew code by selecting “Redeem an Online Code” from any sixth generation game’s Gift Menu.

Mew codes can be redeemed as a gift in any copy of Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Pokémon Omega Ruby.  All of those games are out now exclusively for Nintendo 3DS systems.

Halo 5: Guardians Infinity’s Armory Patch Released January 26, 2016

A hefty update for Halo 5: Guardians was just released. Weighing in at 3.3GB for anyone running the previously most recent version of the game, the Infinity’s Armory patch includes an entirely new multiplayer map, new armor customization options, and a whole lot more.

You can read the full patch notes for the update here.  All of the new multiplayer content is free and you do not have to download it as seperate DLC, it is all included in the patch.

Halo 5: Guardians is out now exclusively for the Xbox One.

Final Fantasy Explorers Launch Trailer January 26, 2016

Final Fantasy Explorers launches today and to celebrate its release, publisher Square Enix has released this official launch trailer for the game.

The trailer offers a sneak peek at some of the game’s customizable options, showcases multiplayer gameplay, and gives a first look at some of the game’s boss monsters.  Give it a look!

Final Fantasy Explorers is out now exclusively on Nintendo 3DS systems.

Pokemon: 20 Years – Super Bowl 2016 Commercial January 25, 2016

Nintendo has just revealed the commercial they plan to air during this year’s Super Bowl. It celebrates twenty years of the beloved Pokémon franchise, and perfectly embodies the spirit of the game, its players, and its enduring legacy. After having seen it, all I have to say is…I am speechless.

In the US, the vast majority of memorable commercials that air during the Super Bowl are produced by companies that sell alcoholic products. Nintendo is poised to defeat them. I don’t think any company will be able to best this commercial.

I defy ANY marketer who may air a commercial during this year’s Super Bowl to produce a better commercial than this one. I honestly don’t think it can be done.  The bar has been set very very high.

Marketers, if you haven’t seen this masterpiece on video, you can watch it below.

Final Fantasy Explorers – Legacy Trailer January 20, 2016

We’re just a few days away from the release of Final Fantasy Explorers on the 3DS and to celebrate the launch of this unique Final Fantasy title, Square Enix released this new trailer for the game. Give it a look, because it shows some new gameplay footage and reveals some of the classic Final Fantasy characters you’ll be able to play as in this game.

Final Fantasy Explorers is coming Jan 26th, 2016 exclusively to Nintendo 3DS systems.

iOS 9.2.1 Released January 19, 2016

Apple released a minor software update to iOS devices earlier today. The new update, iOS 9.2.1, has been released for iOS 9 compatible iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch devices.  The update specifically addresses an issue the OS was having with specific networks, but it also includes minor security fixes.

Depending on your device and the version of iOS your device is running, this update should weigh in between 20-30MB, and can be downloaded either through your device’s internal software update feature, or through iTunes.

Keep in mind this is just a minor update intended for bug fixes and security holes. iOS 9.3, which is poised to be the next major update to the iOS family, is still being tested and currently has no expected release date.

EA Access Free to all Xbox Live Gold Members this Week January 19, 2016

EA Access is a paid monthly service which enables its users to play a smorgasbord of Electronic Arts games on the Xbox One as much as they’d like until their subscription runs out.

Starting today, EA is launching a special preview program and the EA Access service will be available free of charge to all Xbox Live Gold Members for this week only!

If you’re on the fence about signing up for this service or if you just want to preview some of EA’s recent titles, give it a look.  The EA Access preview requires Internet access and an Xbox One console.  If you want to get started, just download the EA Access app to your Xbox One from the Xbox Marketplace.

The free preview ends Jan 24th, 2016.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution Free on Xbox 360 Through Games With Gold January 18, 2016

Xbox Live Gold members need to listen up. One of the best games of recent time, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, can be downloaded from the Xbox Live Marketplace for free until the end of the month.

Like with all 360 games downloaded through Games With Gold, as long as it is downloaded during the time it is offered for free, the game will remain perminantly accessible on your Xbox 360 account, even if it is deleted or your Gold subscription expires.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution will remain free through Games With Gold until the end of the month.

Omikron: The Nomad Soul Free this Weekend on Square Enix Store January 15, 2016

Many people know David Cage from his unique adventure games Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls and Indigo Prophecy. I can tell you from personal experience these are incredible games that absolutely must be played at least once. However, he very first game David Cage ever directed was a cyberpunk PC/Dreamcast cult hit called Omikron: The Nomad Soul staring the legendary David Bowie.  Sadly, I’ve never been able to play this game, and with his passing I felt like I never would.  Today, that changes for everyone.

Since it was originally published, the rights to the game have passed to Square Enix, who also hold the rights to franchises like Tomb Raider, Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. In honor of David Bowie’s passing, Square Enix has decided to offer the PC version of Omikron: The Nomad Soul free of charge as a digital download through the Square Enix online store starting today!

To get the game, simply log into the Square Enix store from your region (If you’re in North America, you can access the store here, European Customers can visit this website) and add Omikron: The Nomad Soul to your cart. During the checkout process, use the promo code “omikron” (without quotes), and the game should ring up as free when you finalize your order.

If the order is properly processed, you will receive an email with the game’s CD-key. That key will unlock the game on Steam.

You will need both a Square Enix account, a Steam Account, and the Steam client to play this game, but all are available free of charge!

This deal will remain valid starting from today until Jan 22nd, 2016. The Square Enix store has been having intermittent issues processing orders all day due to the huge demand this offer is putting on their servers. If you’re having any issues processing your order, I recommend trying again at a later time.

Omikron: The Nomad Soul is out now on PC and Dreamcast.