News items tagged with 3ds
Shovel Knight Dev Talks Switch, Yooka-Laylee, and More
Selling over 1.5 million units and earning widespread critical acclaim, Shovel Knight is one of the most successful indie games of th...
By Dalton Cooper on 17 March 2017
Pokemon Sun & Moon Mewtwo Mega Stones Promotion Today
Players can score two different Mewtwo Mega Stones via a special Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon promotion running today only. Nintendo and Game Freak announced that Pokemon Sun and Moon owners can jump...
By Rory Young on 04 March 2017
Zelda Producer Reveals His Top Three Zelda Games
Known for his extensive work on The Legend of Zelda series dating back to Ocarina of Time, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild pr...
By Dalton Cooper on 26 February 2017
Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World Review
Nintendo’s port of Yoshi’s Woolly World for the Nintendo 3DS delivers a cutesy platformer made portable, successfully bringing the dinosaur’s adorable pet pooch into the fold. It’s nothing...
By Riley Little on 12 February 2017
Dragon Quest 8: Journey of the Cursed King Review
Square Enix and Nintendo team up to release Dragon Quest 8: Journey of the Cursed King outside of Japan, providing gamers with a wonderful JRPG to take with them on the go. As one of the mo...
By Riley Little on 01 February 2017
Nintendo Launching Legend of Zelda Sales
Nintendo announces a round of sales on a variety of The Legend of Zelda titles for the European Nintendo eShop, with discounts available on a number of classic games from the series. With t...
By Rob Gordon on 25 January 2017
Is Fire Emblem Fates Coming to Nintendo Switch?
Source code from Nintendo’s website seems to leak the news that Fire Emblem Fates is going to be announced for the Nintendo Switch at the next Nintendo Direct. On Wednesday, January 18th at...
By Dalton Cooper on 18 January 2017
Nintendo Switch Doesn't Have Miiverse or StreetPass
Nintendo confirms that the Nintendo Switch will not feature Miiverse or StreetPass, though the upcoming console will still allow players to interact with their social media accounts. When t...
By Jasmine Henry on 16 January 2017
Pokemon Sun and Moon Players Fail Second Global Mission
Pokemon Sun and Moon players fail the game’s second global mission, as they are unable to catch or defeat 1 million Pokemon using the Island Scan feature. After failing the first global mi...
By Jasmine Henry on 11 January 2017
Pokemon Sun and Moon's Weirdest Fan Theory Makes Sense
A weird Pokemon Sun and Moon fan theory suggests that normal type Pokemon Komala isn’t a koala at all and that the Pokemon is actually a sentient log of wood. With the franchise having exis...
By Jasmine Henry on 04 January 2017
Dragon Quest 11 Trailer Shows Dragon Riding Gameplay
Excerpt from feature story about series’ history reveals that Dragon Quest 11 will feature new mechanics, including the ability to mount and ride dragons Fans who have been waiting for Drag...
By Fergus O'Sullivan on 30 December 2016
Pokemon Player Wins Online Battle Using Cosmog
One tremendously skilled Pokemon player takes it upon himself to attempt a sweep using the Nebula Pokemon Cosmog, and actually succeeds, wiping the enemy team. Sweeping an enemy team with a...
By Sarah Fields on 28 December 2016
10 Must-Have Gifts for the Pokemon Fan in Your Life
It can be challenging to find gifts for friends and family in your life, which is why Game Rant has put together a list featuring some of the very best ideas for Pokemon fans. For those tha...
By Riley Little on 28 December 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon Reveal Next Global Mission
Details on Pokemon Sun and Moon‘s second Global Mission event appear online, revealing a more realistic goal for players to conquer, and more enticing rewards. Even though Pokemon Sun and M...
By Dalton Cooper on 27 December 2016
Dragon Quest 11 Opening Cinematic and Gameplay Revealed
Square Enix debuts Dragon Quest XI‘s opening cinematic, as well as gameplay from both the PS4 and 3DS versions of the game, at the Jump Festa 2017 convention. Jump Festa is one of Japan’s m...
By Rory Young on 19 December 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon Breaks Sales Record for Franchise
Nintendo’s Pokemon Sun & Moon break records for the franchise, with November sales for the game marking the biggest debut in the history of the series. About half a month ago, Nintendo...
By Kyle Sledge on 15 December 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon Release First Mythical Pokemon
North American audiences currently have the chance to capitalize on the official release of Pokemon Sun and Moon‘s first mythical creature from the games. It’s no secret that Nintendo’s Pok...
By Kyle Sledge on 05 December 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon Sales Cross 3.7 Million
Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon are setting sales records for the franchise in North America, crossing 3.7 million copies sold just two weeks after launching. Pokemon has always been, and con...
By Rory Young on 29 November 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon Files Reveal Unused Buddy Feature
Gamers discover unused buddy system animation assets in Pokemon Sun and Moon files, causing some gamers to wonder if the feature will be available on Nintendo Switch. With the release of Po...
By Boston Blake on 25 November 2016
Pokemon Sun/Moon Take Longer to Load on Standard 3DS
According to a side-by-side comparison video, the recently released Pokemon Sun and Moon take longer to load on a standard 3DS versus the New Nintendo 3DS. With Pokemon Sun and Moon having...
By Kyle Sledge on 23 November 2016
Where to Catch Pichu in Pokemon Sun and Moon
Here’s how to find and capture the fan favorite pocket monster Pichu for trainers venturing out into the world of Pokemon Sun and Moon. It’s no secret that the overarching aim of any new Po...
By Brad Jones on 23 November 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon Characters Modded into Smash Bros.
Two noteworthy characters from Nintendo’s RPGs Pokemon Sun and Moon make their way into Super Smash Bros. for Wii U via a new mod for the fighting game. It’s no secret that the recently rel...
By Kyle Sledge on 22 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon Evolution Guide
Pokemon Sun and Moon are out now and we’ve put together a relatively spoiler-free list of all the new evolutions that are present in the newly-released games. The highly-anticipated Pokemo...
By Maxwell Jeffery on 22 November 2016
Customers Mad at Amazon Over $99 3DS Deal
Amazon faces criticism over its handling of a special 3DS deal this Black Friday, with Nintendo fans left frustrated over being unable to pick up the deal. This Black Friday has seen a huge...
By Rob Gordon on 22 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon: How to Transfer Ash-Greninja
Follow this guide to find out how to transfer the powerful and special Ash-Greninja from the Pokemon Sun/Moon 3DS demo to the full version of the game. The Pokemon franchise continues to be...
By Derek Nichols on 21 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon Guide: How to Get Shiny Starter Pokemon
Pokemon Sun and Moon players can start the game off with a shiny Rowlet, Litten, or Popplio starter; but the task is going to take some serious grinding. Pokemon Sun and Moon have been out...
By Denny Connolly on 21 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon: Which Starter Is Right For You?
Players are able to choose either Rowlet, Litten, or Popplio when they start their adventure in Sun and Moon, but which Pokemon makes the most sense for their team? It’s one of the toughest...
By Riley Little on 18 November 2016
Super Mario Maker For Nintendo 3DS Review
Nintendo’s port of Super Mario Maker is a great distraction for those that missed out on the Wii U installment, but it is lacking when compared to the console iteration. Upon the announceme...
By Riley Little on 18 November 2016
Nintendo Banning Pirated Copies of Pokemon Sun and Moon
With just one more day until the release of Pokemon Sun and Moon, Nintendo ensure that all those who played leaked versions of the games will be punished severely. Pokemon Sun and Moon rele...
By Maxwell Jeffery on 17 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon Review
Hoping to change things up, Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon offer one of the most radical departures from the series’ longstanding formula. Fortunately, the gamble has paid off. If every facet...
By Riley Little on 14 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon Give 'Splash' Move A Purpose
The most useless move in all of the Pokemon games, Splash, finally has a use in the upcoming Pokemon Sun and Moon, thanks to the new addition of Z-Moves. Since the release of the first Poke...
By Maxwell Jeffery on 14 November 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon: Version-Exclusive Creature Details
Pokemon Sun and Moon are only a little under a week from launch, but one Reddit user has jumped the gun by revealing each game’s version-exclusive Pokemon. If the record-setting pre-orders...
By Alexander Pan on 11 November 2016
Mario Party: Star Rush Review
Mario Party: Star Rush does a lot to recreate the feeling of couch-based multiplayer and pioneers with a handful of new modes, but succumbs to its portable limitations in time. The origina...
By Riley Little on 10 November 2016
Nintendo Reveals the Top Selling 3DS and Wii U Games
Nintendo announces updated sales figures for Wii U and 3DS software, revealing the top 10 best selling games for each system, and proving Mario is still a money maker. In Nintendo’s latest...
By Dalton Cooper on 25 October 2016
Nintendo: Wii U and Amiibo Sales Dropping
In Nintendo’s latest financial earnings report, the company reveals that the Wii U continues to struggle in sales, but 3DS is enjoying a sales bump thanks to Pokemon GO. It’s no secret that...
By Dalton Cooper on 25 October 2016
Mythical Pokemon Volcanion Codes Hit GameStop and GAME
GameStop and GAME offer a special download code that will allow players with copies of Pokemon X & Y or Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to receive a Volcanion. Catching ’em all in the Pok...
By Sarah Fields on 12 October 2016
Yo-Kai Watch 2: Bony Spirits Review
The arrival of Yo-Kai Watch 2: Bony Spirits provides fans with a familiar experience that changes very, very little when compared to the first iteration of the series. Initially billed as...
By Riley Little on 08 October 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon Starter Evolutions Revealed
New starter evolutions for Pokemon Sun and Moon are revealed, alongside the announcement that Greninja’s powerful new form is finally playable in the game’s demo. With just over a month to...
By Maxwell Jeffery on 05 October 2016
Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past Review
Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past is an engaging remake of a well-liked classic that brings some much needed paint and portability to the overly long game. In 2016, gamers ha...
By Riley Little on 29 September 2016
Pokemon Sun and Moon: New Creatures Announced
The Pokemon Company unveils more new Pokemon for upcoming titles Pokemon Sun and Moon, but also announces that the Pokemon Bank feature will not be available at launch. With the release of...
By Rob Gordon on 19 September 2016
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice Review
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice is sure to please fans with its engaging story and sharp humor, but the gameplay formula is starting to show its age. Originally, Ace Attor...
By Dalton Cooper on 09 September 2016
Super Mario Maker is Coming to 3DS
Nintendo reveals that creativity-focused Wii U platformer Super Mario Maker is going to be released for the 3DS, with a launch date set for December 2, 2016. Although the Wii U is a console...
By Rob Gordon on 02 September 2016
Response To The New Mighty No. 9 Trailer Is Not Great
The newest Mighty No. 9 trailer is getting pummeled by negative responses due to its hokey marketing combined with the latent frustrations of those who are still bitter about the game’s numerous delay...
By Curt Hutson on 23 July 2016
Nintendo Reveals Game Deals for Black Friday
Nintendo announces a wide variety of video game deals for Wii U and 3DS, with big discounts up for grabs for titles such as Super Mario Maker, Splatoon, and Minecraft: Wii U Edition.
By Rob Gordon on 22 July 2016
LEGO Marvel's Avengers Free PlayStation DLC
Traveller’s Tales reveals that the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 versions of LEGO Marvel’s Avengers will enjoy two free DLC packs based on Marvel films.
By Dalton Cooper on 01 July 2016
Disney Art Academy Review
The latest Art Academy title arrives, throwing in the ability to draw iconic Disney characters. It’s a solid and soothing way to kill time, but is a little basic in its delivery. I’ll ope...
By Riley Little on 26 May 2016
Metroid Prime: Federation Force Gets Release Date
Nintendo reveals the release date for the controversial Metroid spinoff game Metroid Prime: Federation Force, which will be available this summer for 3DS.
By Dalton Cooper on 24 May 2016
Pokemon Sun & Moon: Rowlet is the Greatest Pokemon Ever
With the starter monsters for Pokemon Sun and Moon now made official, one editor claims that the Grass/Flying-type Rowlet is the greatest Pokemon ever. If you’ve clicked this to tell me a...
By Riley Little on 26 April 2016
10 Great Disney Infinity Figures That Will Never Exist
With news breaking that Disney Infinity will be no more, we take a look at the ten greatest possible figurines that will never come to be within the franchise. The closure of Avalanche So...
By Riley Little on 26 April 2016
Hyrule Warriors Legends Review
Hyrule Warriors Legends is a worthy port of the original The Legend of Zelda spin-off, allowing fans to take the game with them on the go – with a few noteworthy additions. Nintendo has,...
By Riley Little on 26 March 2016
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens Additional Backstory
TT Fusion announces that LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens will have additional story information that wasn’t present in the actual F...
By Dalton Cooper on 13 March 2016
Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens Officially Announced
Warner Bros. announces the development of LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, featuring Rey, Finn, Kylo Ren, BB-8, Poe, Han Solo, Chew...
By Rory Young on 11 March 2016
Monster Hunter Generations is Coming to 3DS
Nintendo confirms that Monster Hunter X is going to be making its way West this summer under a brand new title, and will now be known as Monster Hunter Generations. When Monster Hunter X...
By Rob Gordon on 26 February 2016
New Nintendo 3DS XL Looks Like a Super Famicom Console
The latest Japanese Nintendo Direct broadcast reveals a new, Japan-exclusive Nintendo 3DS XL model that’s aesthetically based on the classic Super Famicom console. After Nintendo announce...
By Alexander Pan on 26 February 2016
Final Fantasy Explorers Shows Tiny Cloud in Action
Square Enix releases a new trailer for Final Fantasy Explorers, showcasing the gameplay, summons, and combat abilities of Final Fantasy series protagonists. With just over a week left bef...
By Sarah Fields on 26 January 2016
Nintendo Releasing a Mythical Pokemon Every Month
Nintendo announces plans to celebrate the 20th Pokemon anniversary by releasing monthly downloadable mythical Pokemon, starting this February with Mew. Nintendo has allowed gamers to down...
By Sarah Fields on 26 January 2016
Kid Adorably Apologizes to Nintendo for Breaking His 3DS
An eight year old boy in Japan writes Nintendo a handwritten apology letter after accidentally breaking his Nintendo 3DS by leaving it in a bag with a leaky thermos. While some kids are o...
By John Jacques on 26 January 2016
Wii U Sales Have Passed 12 Million Units Worldwide
Nintendo reveals its Q3 financials, announcing the sales numbers for the Wii U, 3DS, amiibo figures, as well as games such as Super Mario Maker and Splatoon. In the past, Nintendo has str...
By Dalton Cooper on 26 January 2016
Bravely Second: End Layer Release Date
Square Enix reveals when US gamers can finally expect to get their hands on the sequel to one of 2014’s sleeper hit titles, and it will be sooner rather than later. Bravely Second: End La...
By Cody Gravelle on 26 January 2016
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Review
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam is just as wacky and enjoyable as any other past iteration of the series, but it fails to change things up in a meaningful way for longtime fans. At this poi...
By Riley Little on 26 January 2016
Fire Emblem Fates Censored Again
Nintendo confirms that the “petting” mechanic in Fire Emblem Fates is being completely removed from all versions of the game releasing outside of Japan. Nintendo’s upcoming Fire Emblem Fa...
By Dalton Cooper on 26 January 2016
Detective Pikachu Trailer
Nintendo reveals Detective Pikachu, an oddball 3DS Pokemon spin-off that puts gamers in the shoes of a talking, coffee drinking, mystery solving Pikachu. Originally hitting Japanese shelv...
By Evan Hopkins on 26 January 2016
Pokemon Red, Blue Re-Releases Won't Have Restore Points
The manual for Pokemon Red, Blue, and Yellow reveals that restore points and 3DS save backups won’t work on the titles, as well as detailing the trading connection system. Since its incep...
By Sarah Fields on 26 January 2016
Nintendo's Amiibo Need Their Own Skylanders-Like Game
One editor gives his take on Nintendo’s amiibo figurines and how they are currently being under-utilized by the company, suggesting they find a better purpose. Let me preface this whole t...
By Riley Little on 26 January 2016
Why 2016 Will Be the Year of Pokemon
2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the release of the original Pokemon games. Here’s why I believe it’s going to be the best year ever to be a Pokemon fan. Pokemon is a franchise that ref...
By Maxwell Jeffery on 26 January 2016
Super Smash Bros. Bayonetta and Corrin DLC Release Date
Nintendo announces the official release date of Bayonetta, Corrin, and the sixth wave of Mii Fighter costumes coming to Super Smash Bros. for 3DS and Wii U. Nintendo has officially announ...
By Sarah Fields on 26 January 2016
Pokemon Anniversary 3DS Bundle Available for Pre-Order
The Pokemon New Nintendo 3DS Bundle, which is designed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pokemon Red and Blue, is now available for pre-order online. Western Pokemon fans looked on wit...
By Sarah Fields on 26 December 2015
Pokemon Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary with New 3DS
Nintendo announces a special edition 20th Pokemon 3DS that pays homage to the first games in the franchise, Pokemon Red and Blue, for the series’ 20th anniversary. When Pokemon was first...
By Evan Hopkins on 26 December 2015
Save $25 On New Nintendo 3DS XL Hardware at Gamestop
Gamestop offers a $25 discount off the normal price of New Nintendo 3DS XL handhelds, including the Gamestop-exclusive Zelda Hyrule Triforce New 3DS. The holiday season often brings gifts...
By Sarah Fields on 26 December 2015
Japan Getting Awesome Pokemon-Themed 2DS Consoles
Nintendo reveals plans to release 2DS consoles in four different colors that come bundled with the upcoming re-releases of Pokemon Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow. If there’s one series that...
By Riley Little on 26 December 2015
Xenoblade Chronicles X Interview
We sat down to chat with Nintendo Treehouse’s Demetrius Boggs about Xenoblade Chronicles X, Super Smash Bros., and Nintendo’s decision to localize this game. As many gamers are well aware...
By Riley Little on 26 December 2015
The Digital Age Ruined Christmas
While the evolution of the video game industry has made most things more convenient rather than less, one writer has an issue with digital content during the holiday season. The digital a...
By Cody Gravelle on 26 December 2015
Video Game Protagonists Need to Stop Cheating Death
Naughty Dog made headlines recently for hinting at the possible demise of Uncharted hero Nathan Drake, leading one writer to ponder why more developers don’t kill off their protagonists....
By Cody Gravelle on 26 December 2015
When Is It Time to Throw Away Old Games?
When is it time to throw away your old consoles and games and embrace the digital age? After a few decades of gaming, everyone eventually runs out of shelf space. My fiancée and I moved i...
By Denny Connolly on 26 December 2015
How Nintendo Should Handle Smash Bros. on NX
In the wake of news pertaining to the final DLC for the ever-popular Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS, one editor gives his take on the next core installment. As one of the biggest franchi...
By Riley Little on 26 December 2015
Mighty No. 9 Impressions
Keiji Inafune’s Kickstarter-backed Mighty No. 9 looks, sounds, and plays a lot like Mega Man, but has a quick pace and addictive combo system all of its own.
By Christopher Gates on 21 November 2015
Might Number 9: Trailer and Release Details
‘Mighty Number 9’ arrives in digital and retail stores at the end of this summer and we have the latest trailer and details about the game’s collector’s edition and DLC packs.
By Denny Connolly on 21 November 2015
Nintendo Announces New Metroid Prime for 3DS
Amongst a raft of all-new titles revealed during E3’s special Nintendo Direct, we learned that Metroid Prime: Federation Force is in development for the Nintendo 3DS. As well as a set of co-op missi...
By Brad Jones on 26 August 2015
LEGO Marvel's Avengers
E3 2015 is less than a week away, with gamers primed in anticipation of all the big announcements, trailers, and surprises this time of year inevitably holds. As is typical, however, major news has...
By David Wharton on 26 August 2015
Skylanders SuperChargers Impressions
Skylanders SuperChargers might be made for kids, but its mix of platforming and vehicle-based gameplay – plus the Nintendo-exclusive characters – could drain the wallets of players both young and old...
By Christopher Gates on 14 August 2015
Skylanders SuperChargers Amiibo Gallery
In the wake of the reveal of an unlikely team-up between ‘Skylanders’ and Nintendo’s amiibo range, a number of images surface of Turbo Charge Donkey Kong and Hammer Slam Bowser.
By Rob Gordon on 14 August 2015
Nintendo Release Dates
Nintendo reveals the release dates for its upcoming slate of Wii U and 3DS titles throughout the rest of the year, including Star Fox Zero and Zelda: Tri Force Heroes.
By Dalton Cooper on 22 July 2015
Top Selling Games of August 2015
The August NPD results indicate that Madden NFL 16 is the overall best selling game of the month, while the PlayStation 4 continues to lead hardware sales.
By Dalton Cooper on 19 July 2015
LEGO Avengers & LEGO Jurassic World Coming
TT Games and WBIE announce two major LEGO releases for 2015: ‘LEGO Jurassic World’ will hit in June and ‘LEGO Marvel’s Avengers’ will follow in the fall.
By Anthony Taormina on 01 July 2015
LEGO Marvel's Avengers Delayed to January 2016
Warner Bros. has announced a firm release date for LEGO Marvel’s Avengers, confirming that the sequel to 2013’s LEGO Marvel Super Heroes has slipped to 2016.
By Brad Jones on 01 July 2015
Nintendo Talks New Nintendo Game Criticism
Metroid fans hoping for the announcement of a proper sequel at E3 instead got the co-op 3DS title Federation Force. But Nintendo says skeptical fans should trust them.
By David Wharton on 24 May 2015
Reggie Responds To Metroid Prime Federation Force Negativity
Nintendo knows that fans are unhappy about Metroid: Federation Force and asks the community to keep the faith and trust that the game will be something special.
By Derek Nichols on 24 May 2015
5 Franchises We Want to See in LEGO Dimensions
With a number of beloved series getting the LEGO treatment and joining the upcoming ‘LEGO Dimensions’, we decided to create a list of franchises we’d love to see join the game.
By Riley Little on 22 May 2015
LEGO Dimensions Allows Players to Build Vehicles 3 Different Ways
The latest trailer for ‘LEGO Dimensions’ has revealed that players will be able to build every vehicle and gadget three different ways – allowing users to rebuild on the fly.
By Riley Little on 22 May 2015
No Nintendo FIFA 16 Release
It’s disappointing news for Nintendo soccer fans, as it looks likely that ‘FIFA 16’ will not be released for Wii U or 3DS – and will also be skipping a PS Vita port.
By Rob Gordon on 09 February 2015
Mega Man Creator's 3DS Game Cancelled
When legendary game designer Keiji Inafune left Capcom to start his own studio, Comcept, fans were rightfully curious as to what games he would develop next. This excitement was because o...
By Chris Peterson on 20 December 2014
World of Speed
Space Jam mod; BF4 DLC, Evil Within, Mario & Kirby release dates; Metal Gear Solid-themed PS4; World of Speed unveil; more Batman and other gaming news.
By Rob Keyes on 24 October 2013