Former Nintendo employees shed light on the curious case of Kirby's differing appearances in the US versus his original Japanese counterpart. Discover why Kirby's marketing underwent a transformation for Western audiences and learn about Nintendo's evolving global localization approach."Angry Kirby

IGN loves manga! But with the sheer volume of incredible Japanese comics released each year—some running for decades—staying current can be a challenge (and expensive!). Luckily, there are fantastic, easily accessible places to read manga *for free*. From classic titles like *Battle Angel Alita* to

In Dune: Awakening, sandworms are a force of nature, not player-controlled tools. Unlike in Frank Herbert's novels, where characters use thumpers to summon them, this mechanic is absent.Image: steamcommunity.comSandworms are NPCs with programmed patrol routes and behaviors. You can't summon one to

Trucking Empire, the popular Roblox game, puts you behind the wheel, delivering goods across vast landscapes. With a massive player base, expansive maps, and realistic driving physics, it's a truly engaging experience. The game boasts a huge selection of vehicles, from powerful trucks to nimble mo

IDW's ambitious approach to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise continues to impress. 2024 saw the relaunch of the flagship TMNT comic under Jason Aaron, the sequel to the best-selling TMNT: The Last Ronin, and the exciting TMNT x Naruto crossover. Now, in 2025, the main TMNT series boasts a

Renowned game creator Hideo Kojima recently shared his reflections on creativity and the demanding nature of game development, revealing that Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is currently in "crunch time." In a series of X/Twitter posts, Kojima expressed fatigue, describing the crunch period as the

Oz Perkins, hot off the heels of *Longlegs*, delivers another chilling horror adaptation from the twisted mind of Stephen King. *The Monkey*, starring Theo James as a pair of haunted twins, promises a wild ride. Joining James in this creepy monkey-centric mayhem are Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, a

SummaryA new Pokémon GO Tour Pass for the Unova event will be available from February 24th to March 9th, offering various rewards and milestones.Players earn Tour Points by completing tasks like catching Pokémon and participating in raids to level up their Tour Pass.Both free and deluxe versions of

Ubisoft hasn't officially announced Far Cry 7, but whispers from a recent casting leak suggest the next installment might be brewing. Reddit users claim the game will center on a brutal power struggle within the wealthy Bennett family, mirroring the dramatic tensions of HBO's Succession.Image: pint

Wuthering Waves' Version 2.1 Phase II update arrives March 6th, bringing a wave of new content and rewards! Let's dive into the details.What's New?Starting March 6th, the Companion Story "Sail Day, Captain!" becomes permanently available. This story focuses on Brant, Captain of the Fool's Troupe.