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‘Pokémon Go’ raid rewards now include potions and players are pretty split on it
A new item type is spawning after players complete raids in 'Pokémon Go', but not everyone is happy about it. Here's what's going on. → Read More
‘Undertale’ PS4 Trophies: The game’s unique design shines through with this new set of achievements
'Undertale' on PlayStation 4 does feature trophies, but don't expect them to be awarded for reaching specific gameplay milestones. Here's why. → Read More
Shiny Pikachu ‘Pokémon Go’: Exciting discovery may make the rare variant easier to catch
There may be a way to increase your chances of finding a shiny Pikachu in 'Pokémon Go.' → Read More
‘Shadow of War’ Shelob: The issue with making a giant spider into a sexy human lady
A new 'Shadow of War' video shows off some sort of sexy human form Shelob, and a lot of people (including me) are rightly baffled by that design choice. → Read More
Shiny Pikachu ‘Pokémon Go’ Event: The special variant is confirmed as spawning outside of Japan
Shiny Pikachu is officially spawning outside of Japan in 'Pokémon Go'. Here's everything you need to know to catch one. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Legendary Birds Event: Niantic extends window to catch Gen 1 legendary birds and Lugia
Legendary birds are sticking around in 'Pokémon Go' for a little while longer. But will it be enough to help players who haven't caught them yet? → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Mewtwo Raid: Stadium event offers 100% catch rates, but it won’t last
Mewtwo appeared in 'Pokémon Go' at the Yokohama Pikachu Outbreak, and everyone who tussled with it walked away with one. Here's why. → Read More
‘No Man’s Sky’ Update: Atlas Rising patch adds co-op multiplayer, streamlined travel and more
'No Man's Sky' is getting update 1.3. Called "Atlas Rises," It's not likely to entice a ton of new players to give the game a try, but hopefully it's got something for the die-hards to keep playing. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Gen 3 Release Date: When can we expect the next generation of Pokémon to appear in-game
There's a long road ahead for 'Pokémon Go,' but there's no harm in taking a stab at when we could conceivably see Gen 3 Pokémon begin to arrive in the game. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Stadium Event: Pikachu Outbreak will be streamed on Aug. 14 and fans are freaking out
A mysterious advertisement for 'Pokémon Go' Stadium has showed up at the Yokohama Pikachu Outbreak, and fans are busy speculating on what that could mean for the game. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’: Notification of new Pokémon in parks confirms Nest Migration 27 is here
It's time for the 27th nest migration in 'Pokémon Go'. If it's your first, here's how to help with the changing spawns. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Park Event: New raid bosses debut alongside Yokohama, Japan’s Pikachu Outbreak
The Yokohama Pikachu Outbreak is offering new raid bosses, from Houndoom to...Wobbuffet? If you're confused, we've got the skinny on why Wobbuffet's there too. → Read More
Shiny Pikachu ‘Pokémon Go’: A rare variant of the electric mouse appears at Yokohama event in Japan
The Yokohama Pikachu Outbreak has officially started. Surprising no one, there's a new variant Pikachu for players to catch. But are we reaching Peak Pikachu? "Peakachu"? → Read More
Shiny Zapdos ‘Pokémon Go’: Did Niantic accidentally release this rare version?
'Pokémon Go' players think that Niantic has accidentally released a shiny version of Zapdos into the game. It's a little difficult to say for sure though, and here's why. → Read More
Zapdos ‘Pokémon Go’ Release Date and Time: When will the legendary bird show up in raids?
The third and final Gen 1 legendary bird is almost here. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Fest Safari Zones: Niantic teases Australian regional events and Unown coming to Europe
Niantic has promised Europe more rare Pokémon in lieu of going forward with the promised Safari Zones — here's the scoop on what Pokémon are coming where, and when to expect them. → Read More
Moltres ‘Pokémon Go’ Weakness: Two players toppled the legendary bird in a raid to prove they could
Two enterprising trainers have managed to take down Moltres in 'Pokémon Go' using a dizzying number of Golems, but being able to take down legendaries using a small team shouldn't have to be a fluke. → Read More
Moltres Moveset ‘Pokémon Go’: Best moves for the legendary fire bird
How to give your Moltres the best moveset in 'Pokémon Go' — and what that says about legendaries in the game so far. → Read More
‘Pokémon Go’ Safari Zones: Niantic “postpones” all but three of the European live events
'Pokémon Go' has postponed all but two of its Safari Zone events. That might be good in the short term, but Niantic's going to have to re-examine its strategy in the wake of the Chicago live event. → Read More
Nintendo Switch Youtube App: Does the console really need video streaming apps?
Does Nintendo have anything to gain from adding video streaming to its portable console? → Read More