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Nintendo is one of the stalwarts of the gaming world, but the company’s influence spreads far behind that realm into pop culture. “Gamer” or not, it’s hard to find someone under 40 years old who didn’t have their formative years shaped by the company – and yet it’s as relevant as ever still today.

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Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a jack of all trades that actually can do it all

Guardians of Azuma's brand-new setting gives Rune Factory the chance to improve the familiar formula without changing the game entirely.
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The best Zelda spinoff games

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Wiim wades into the non-streaming arena with the $299 Vibelink Amp

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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Review: this Wii U classic is a survivor

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This 2,000 piece Mario Kart Lego set looks like a must-have for fans

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The best Mario spinoff games

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Mario is still cool 40 years later, and Meghan Trainor knows why

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Nintendo Switch 2 FCC filings suggest Amiibos are here to stay

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These affordable Nintendo Switch controllers are down to $26

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In the Switch’s final days, Nintendo finally gets serious about eShop moderation

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The hardest levels in video game history

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Nintendo wants fans to race one million laps in Mario Kart 8

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3 underrated movies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in March 2025

Of three underrated movies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in March 2025, one shares its name with a popular show, and another broke records.
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The best Triumphant Light cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket

If you're looking for the strongest cards to add to your decks from the latest set in Pokémon TCG Pocket, here are the best cards from Triumphant Light.
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The best Nintendo launch games, ranked

A console's launch lineup sets the tone for the entire generation. Nintendo systems tend to have some of the best games at launch, so we've ranked them all.
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Wiim Amp Pro review: only for audiophiles

The Wiim Amp impressed the AV world when it came out, so is the Wiim Amp Pro worth the extra $70?
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Finally, a good vampire video game to sink your teeth into

Narrative RPG Cabernet let's players decide what kind of vampire to be in a town full of potential friends and victims.
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Wiim teases a 100-watt amp for those who already own a streamer

The new amp has the same footprint dimensions as the Wiim Ultra.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition doesn’t mess with what already works

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition acts as a great entry point for anybody who's been too intimidated to try the series before.
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Nintendo is doing away with Gold Points after March 24

The Gold Points aspect of the My Nintendo Rewards Program is shutting down after March 24 with next to no explanation.
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The best Roguelike games on Switch

The run-based nature of roguelikes makes it the perfect genre for quick play sessions on the Switch. These are the best games in the genre on Nintendo's system.
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The best Metroidvania games on Switch

The formula of exploration and combat that Metroidvania games deliver work perfectly on the Switch, which is why there are so many. These are the best ones.
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The best puzzle games on Switch

The Nintendo Switch is a natural home for puzzle games since you can easily take them on the go. Here are the best Switch puzzle games you can play right now.
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The hardest video games of all time

Most games let you choose how difficult the experience is, but not all. Some games are so brutal that they go down in history as the hardest games of all time.
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Worst video game controllers of all time

A game console's controller is your gateway into the games themselves, but they haven't always been good. These are the worst controllers in gaming history.
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One of 2024’s most overlooked games just came to consoles. Don’t miss it twice

2024 hidden gem Momodora: Moonlit Farewell just came to consoles, and it's a stylish Metroidvania worth checking out.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is coming in early April

Nintendo will hold its official Switch 2 Direct on April 2. The company says it will reveal more about the console and its games at that time.
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The Switch’s newest game is the next best thing to Animal Crossing

We're probably not getting a new Animal Crossing on Switch, but Hello Kitty: Island Adventure is the next best thing.
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The hardest boss fights in video game history

Boss battles are meant to be the ultimate challenge of a video game, but some will take things way too far. These are the hardest bosses in video game history.
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Ridge Racer 64 sees its first-ever re-release on Nintendo Switch Online

The classic Ridge Racer 64 has made its way to Nintendo Switch Online — it's first re-release in 25 years.
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The best open-world games on Switch

The Nintendo Switch may not have the power of a PS5 or Xbox Series X, but it can still deliver amazing open-world adventures. Here are the best of the best.
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The longest video games of all time

Some games can be beaten in a day or a weekend, but others will take literal months of time to complete. Here are the longest video games of all time to beat.
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I want the Nintendo Switch 2 to steal this one Wii U feature

More than any tech upgrade, we want to see one of the Wii U's best features return on the Nintendo Switch.
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The full video game console generation timeline

From the earliest home consoles up to the latest PlayStation and Nintendo hardware, these are all the console generations and the notable systems within them.

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