On Wednesday evening, Nintendo executive Shigeru Miyamoto announced a new release date for the live-action The Legend of Zelda film.
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IGN ‘Mixtape’ Review Draws Backlash Over Perfect Score for Controversial Game
Video game review outlet IGN is facing major backlash after awarding the controversial game Mixtape a rare perfect 10/10 score. The publication—long joked about online for routinely handing out 7/10 ratings—has reportedly given only a small handful of games perfect scores over the past three decades. That makes the review especially notable.
Pragmata Surpasses 2 Million Sales as Players Embrace Its Emotional Sci-Fi Story
Roughly three weeks after its April 17, 2026 launch, Pragmata has already sold 2 million copies worldwide. The announcement marks more than just strong sales for Capcom’s science-fiction action title. It also represents a notable achievement for a brand-new IP outside an established franchise.
GameStop Makes Bid to Buy eBay, Draws Scrutiny
Reports in early May 2026 revealed that GameStop had launched a bid to buy eBay. Initial coverage on May 1 indicated the company was preparing an offer. By May 3, multiple outlets confirmed that a formal proposal had been submitted. The unsolicited bid values eBay at...
Former Nintendo President Alleges Amazon Made Illegal Demands
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé says the company’s early-2000s clash with Amazon stemmed from what he describes as illegal demands. For years, the absence of the Nintendo Wii and DS from the fast-growing retailer fueled speculation.
Ahsoka Tano Anakin Skywalker Coming to Fortnite
Fortnite is preparing to release new Ahsoka Tano and Anakin Skywalker skins inspired by the animated style of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. These skins are distinct from the live-action versions of the characters already in Fortnite, which reflect their appearances in...
Mario Themed Coffins Sold in Brazil
A funeral company in São Paulo, Brazil, has started offering Mario-themed coffins, attracting attention from local media and online communities. The coffins feature designs inspired by the popular video game with bright colors and emblems based on characters such as...
Date Announced for Next Nintendo Illumination “Event Film”
A keen-eyed user on X recently spotted an untitled Nintendo and Illumination “Event Film” scheduled for release on April 12, 2028. Beyond that listing, no additional details have been revealed, but it has been enough to spark immediate speculation online.
Nintendo Tariff Refund Lawsuit Filed by U.S. Players
Nintendo is facing a tariff refund lawsuit in the United States from players who argue that refunds from tariffs imposed on imports should be passed on to consumers. The legal action focuses on tariffs applied to products imported by Nintendo, including game consoles...
Fans Theorize Wholesome “Parent Simulator” Game Pragmata is Japan’s Attempt to Fight Birth Rate Crisis
Fans have circulated a theory that Capcom’s science fiction game Pragmata may be an effort to improve Japan's declining birth rate. The idea has spread through online discussion spaces and gaming communities. It interprets the game’s character dynamics and setting as...
Hasan Piker Attacks Gamers, Family Values, Over Pragmata
Twitch streamer Hasan Piker is receiving backlash online for comments he directed at fans of the new game Pragmata. In a viral clip shared by veteran game developer Mark Kern—known on X as Grummz—the controversial internet personality mocks players who feel emotionally connected to the father-daughter dynamic of the action-adventure game.
PlayStation Spider-Man Face Actor Deletes Post Implying ‘Spider-Man 3’ Performance Capture
While there has been no official announcement from Sony or Insomniac Games, a recent social media post has sparked speculation among gamers that Spider-Man 3 could finally be coming to PlayStation.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Box Office Rockets Past $600 Million Globally in Massive Second Weekend
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie box office run just hit another major milestone, as the film is set to soar past $600 million worldwide in only its second weekend of release. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Illumination and Nintendo’s animated sequel has already...