How Autospin Works on a Pokeball Plus August 24, 2020
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A while ago, we did a video for people interested in using the PokéBall Plus accessory or how it stacks up against the Pokémon Go Plus. If you haven’t seen it, you can watch that video below.
One of the major selling points of the PokéBall Plus is its ability to connect to a Nintendo Switch game, transfer a captured Pokémon into it, and using it to earn (depending on the game) items or experience points. It also works with Pokémon Go, and has the ability to catch Pokémon, hatch eggs and collect in-game goodies from PokéStops while your smart device is in standby. Since we released that video, we’ve gotten several questions about the accessory’s “autospin” feature, designed to automatically collect goodies from a passing PokéStop without the need for user interaction. We didn’t have much experience with that feature, but we have since worked a bit with the functionality and can report on how it works. So here is what needs to happen.
First off, the autospin feature only works with a PokéBall Plus, you will not be able to use it with a Pokémon Go Plus. To enable autospin, there needs to be a Pokémon inside the controller. If you bought a PokéBall Plus brand new from a retail establishment the mythical Pokémon Mew that ships with brand-new units will automatically enable the autospin functionality. However, if your PokéBall Plus is used or you transferred your Mew into a game, you’ll need to transfer a Pokémon from a Generation 8 Switch game back into the PokéBall Plus. If you don’t know how to do that, this video should help you out.
Now that you have a Pokémon inside the PokéBall Plus, autospin will be enabled. However, I must warn you it is temperamental. In the time I’ve used any of these Pokémon Go accessories, I can tell you the game has a mind of its own on what it prioritizes. It will not autospin a PokéStop, even one it is in range of, unless the game has “chosen” the PokéStop. Keep in mind under normal circumstances when using a Pokémon Go Plus or an empty PokéBall Plus, the game only focuses on one object at a time. While Pokémon Go can notify you through your accessory if it is targeting a Pokémon of a species you’ve already captured (green), a Pokémon of a species you haven’t previously captured (yellow), or a PokéStop (blue), you have no say in what it focuses on first. If the game chooses to randomly offer you the chance to capture a wild Pokémon while in range of a PokéStop, it will not autospin the stop until it has exhausted capturing all the wild Pokémon in range. Since wild Pokémon frequently congregate around PokéStops, this can be frustrating. I have occasionally spent huge amounts of PokéBalls trying to clear an area well enough for the game to set a priority to the one PokéStop in range. Even with autospin enabled, this behavior will not change.
Now, Niantic is constantly tinkering with how Pokémon Go functions with its optional accessories. From what I remember, accessories are supposed to prioritize previously uncaptured Pokémon first, and its supposed to prioritize focusing on PokéStops in the event you are out of PokéBalls but I haven’t witnessed that behavior firsthand. It is very possible Niantic could release an update that will change the game’s behavior to prioritize wild Pokémon over PokéStops, but it is just as likely if they do they could change it back to random in the update they release after that.
One final note I would like to make clear from my testing. According to official documentation, autospin only re-enables if you transfer in a Pokémon from a Let’s Go game. I can confirm autospin will function even if a Pokémon is transferred from Sword or Shield. My guess is that documentation is out of date.
Pokémon Go is out now for Android and iOS smart devices.
Marvel’s Avengers Launch Trailer August 24, 2020
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The Beta Test period concluded last night and we are days away from the release of Marvel’s Avengers on multiple platforms. Here’s the game’s official launch trailer.
Marvel’s Avengers is coming to PC, Xbox One, and PS4 on September 4th, 2020. It’s also coming to Stadia, Xbox Series X and PS5.
Pokemon Player’s Cup VG Finals August 23, 2020
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This weekend, while we were reporting on DC Fandome, The Pokemon Company hosted an incredible three-day event. During the event the sixteen best Pokémon VG If you happened to miss it, the event has been archived on the official YouTube Channel. Keep your eyes open during the stream, because starting on Saturday, they distributed the Mystery Gift password for a special Porygon 2.
The Porygon 2 Mystery Gift can be redeemed until August 31st.
Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield are out now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Announced August 22, 2020
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The developers behind the original Batman: Arkham Asylum games have been handed the reigns to put us into the shoes of the legendary Task Force X. Take a look at this trailer straight out of DC Fandome.
The game will feature four main characters from the Suicide Squad’s legendary roster including King Shark, Harley Quinn, Captain Boomerang, and Deadshot. You’ll be able to play the game in single-player with three AI-controlled companions (and can swap between them instantly), or you can team up with as many as three friends in online multiplayer to battle the Justice League in the streets of Metropolis!
Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League is coming in 2022.
Gotham Knights Announced August 22, 2020
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Live from the DC Fandome, this trailer has just dropped for the next game in the Batman Arkham series, Gotham Knights!
You heard that all correctly folks, Batman is dead. Jim Gordon is dead, and now Batman’s four disciples (Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, and Red Hood) are all that stands between the complete destruction of Gotham City!
Update: Here’s the first gameplay footage from the game!
Gotham Knights is coming in 2021.
Behind the Scenes of Marvel’s Avengers: Who is AIM? August 20, 2020
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We are weeks away from the release of Marvel’s Avengers. Many people are familiar with villains like Thanos, The Red Skull, and Doctor Doom but not as many people may be as familiar with some of their more sinister organizations. One of those organizations is Advanced Idea Mechanics, or AIM for short. Let’s take a look at their history and why they’re such a threat.
Marvel’s Avengers is coming September 4th to PC, PS4 and Xbox One. It is also coming to Stadia, PS5 and Xbox Series X
League of Conventions Virtual Event This Weekend August 20, 2020
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Multiple conventions that would normally be held in the tri-state area including ConnectiCon, AnimeNEXT and MAGFest are teaming up this weekend to host a virtual event with three days worth of panels starting on August 21st! The event is being called The League of Conventions and we honestly can’t think of a more fitting title. Here’s a quick look at some of the people who will be speaking.
You can check out the event on Twitch. Two streams will be running throughout the day with their own unique content. You can watch all the details about the event including the schedule here.
DC Fandome August 22nd August 20, 2020
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On August 22nd, for 24 hours DC will be hosting DC Fandome, a virtual event which will reveal the future upcoming content we can expect from DC Comics. That includes announcements and reveals of new movies, television shows, and even video games! DC has revealed the details of their virtual Fandome event in this glorious trailer for their Hall of Heroes. Take a look.
You can check out DC Fandome here. You can be certain we will be reporting on the event as the day progresses! And if that isn’t enough for you, the event will continue in September with even MORE content that couldn’t fit in Saturday’s show! Stay tuned for more details about that.
GameStop’s August 2020 Pokemon Pass Event Cancelled August 18, 2020
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Just wanted to give you guys a heads up, as I’ve received the official word about this and I would like to spread the word. Multiple organizations have written about a Pokémon Pass distribution happening this month between August 14th and 31st, 2020 at GameStop stores across the US. In fact, my local GameStop even had a sign up about the event.
However, the Pokémon Pass application, which is required to participate in the event, makes no mention of it. After directly contacting The Pokémon Company to ask them why, I received an official response. It turns out The Pokémon Company has officially CANCELLED that event, which is why there is no mention of it in the application.
My guess is they’ll do another method of distributing the crystal remotely. No reason they can’t use something like the Mystery Box function.
People unhappy about this event can rest assured their trip to GameStop is not in vain. The retailer is still doing a physical Pokémon distribution. Anyone who spends a minimum of $15 US on Pokémon TCG products total (so multiple products that add up to that amount will count) will get an exclusive Copperjah TCG Promo Card. That event will conclude on August 21st, 2020. Make sure to call your local store to make sure they are in stock.
Pokémon Pass is out for Android and iOS smart devices.
Nintendo Switch Indie World Showcase 8-18-2020 August 18, 2020
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We are mere minutes away from the start of the next Nintendo Indie Showcase, where Nintendo is going to show us a whole bunch of new and upcoming independent games for the Nintendo Switch. The stream is just about to start so if you’re having trouble finding it, you can watch it out below.
All games showcased are coming to the Nintendo Switch.
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