Kirby Cafes and Official Shops to Open in Japan for Limited Time
Official Kirby cafes and shops will be opening across locations in Japan ahead of the 25th anniversary of Nintendo's character.
We first learned about the possibility of a Kirby-cafe opening earlier this month, but now we have some images and more information on the locations. Check out the gallery below to see some of the food and items on offer.
Tokyo and Osaka will both receive a cafe and shop, with each branch carrying a menu unique to that location. The concept behind the cafe? Imagine if Kirby was the chef in the kitchen and was filling everyone's stomach with refreshing seasonal ingredients to beat the summer heat (that's a rough translation from the Japanese press release – thanks IGN Japan).
The Japanese Collectible Card Game That May Surprise You
There’s a lot going on in the digital collectible card game space right now. Everywhere you turn, there’s a game doing something unique and interesting. In the last couple of months alone, I’ve commanded Old Gods in Hearthstone, controlled resource points in Faeria, created my own adventures in Chronicle: Runescape Legends and taken on quests in Fable Fortune. My latest obsession, however, is Shadowverse, a card game with a richly detailed anime aesthetic that’s currently available on Android and iOS.
Stranger Things is the Ultimate Homage to ’80s Movies
Some minor spoilers for Stranger Things Episodes 1-7 ahead.
The ‘80s was an uplifting time to be a child - at least from a pop cultural perspective. It was a time when storytellers told kids the world we lived in was fantastical and dastardly, filling our young minds with wistful longing and equally, laying fertile ground for nightmares. A time where we were told we could do anything if we set our minds to it, and we believed it.
Stranger Things, the latest series to come out of Netflix’s stable, does a remarkable job at evoking the films of the era. With its John Carpenter-esque synth score and blocky title font ripped right off an old Stephen King novel, it’s an immediate face-punch of nostalgia. Looking deeper, it’s an extraordinary investigation of ‘80s movie tropes.
Abrams Doubts Shatner Will Ever Appear in New Star Trek Movies
It's unlikely we'll ever see William Shatner in J.J. Abrams' Star Trek movies, Abrams himself has revealed.
Speaking to The Toronto Sun, Abrams, who now serves as producer on the series, said Kirk's death in Generations would muddy the timeline.
“Obviously it’s Star Trek, nearly anything is possible," said Abrams. "There’s the fairly simple notion that on the day Kirk was born another timeline began. But in the other timeline, Kirk died onscreen (in Generations). I don’t know how he would come back unless we went into this other reality and we did a timeline and reality jump.
Ubisoft ‘Very Impressed’ By Pokemon Go
Pokemon Go has continued to demonstrate its success weeks after its initial release, and its effects on the industry hasn't gone unnoticed by other publishers and developers.
"We are very impressed by what Nintendo has been able to achieve," Ubisoft's co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot said during the company's first quarter sales call today when asked about the success of Niantic Labs' Pokemon Go.
In regard to Pokemon Go, Guillemot was also asked whether Ubisoft had anything in the works akin to the app or specifically using augmented reality. While Guillemot did say Ubisoft is working on "a product using AR" on the way, it's something he made clear is "not exactly that kind" of game Pokemon Go is.
20 Things We Can’t Wait to See at Comic-Con
Comic-Con is upon us! Yes, it’s that time of year again when thousands of super-fans head to San Diego to overtake the city in the hope of getting a glimpse of some of the biggest new movies, TV shows, comics, and video games.
IGN will of course be there in full force, ready to take in -- and relay to you -- everything unveiled. We'll be streaming live from the Hard Rock Hotel from 1pm-5pm PT from Thursday through Saturday during which time we'll be talking to dozens of artists, stars, and creators about what they have in store. You can also track all of our full coverage at our handy dandy SDCC hub.
For all this coverage, though, there are certain events and panels we're particularly stoked for. Here are the twenty -- five each from movies, comics, TV, and games -- that we are most excited to experience at this year’s show! Starting with movies ...
Every Pokemon From Sun and Moon Revealed So Far
Today, six new Pokemon were revealed for Pokemon Sun and Moon, adding to the growing roster of pocket monsters that will be available in the 7th generation of Pokemon.
For a list of all the new Pokemon from Pokemon Sun and Moon that we know of so far, including types, moves, and abilities, check out the gallery below.
There are 25 new Pokemon so far, but that number will keep on growing as we find out more.
Pokemon Go Reportedly Passes 30 Million Downloads
Pokemon Go appears to have reached yet another milestone, as Niantic Labs' new mobile game has reportedly been downloaded over 30 million times worldwide.
According to intelligence firm Sensor Tower (via GamesBeat), Pokemon Go has also generated a whopping $35 million in revenue since it started its global rollout earlier this month.
Pokemon Go is not yet available in Japan, but rumor has it the game will launch in the region as soon as tomorrow and introduce a sponsorship program, with McDonalds being the first partner.
Win a Gears of War 4 Limited Edition Xbox One S at SDCC
Microsoft recently revealed the first special edition version of the Xbox One S, a Gears of War 4 limited edition console, and those following along with Xbox and IGN at San Diego Comic-Con will have a chance to win one.
The 2 TB version of the stylized console comes with a matching controller, a digital copy of Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition, the game's season pass, access to the game four days early, a multiplayer emblem, character and weapon skins, and six “Gear” packs containing additional in-game items.
Overwatch’s Newest Hero Ana Available on PC
The next member of Overwatch, support-sniper Ana, is cleared for duty and currently available on the PC version, though there's no word on when she will appear on consoles.
The newest addition to Overwatch is one of the establishment's oldest members, having fought alongside Soldier: 76, Mercy, and Torbjörn. She now joins the fight once more, alongside her daughter Pharah, as a sniper who heals allies and damages enemies with her bullets, buffs friends and debuffs enemies with Biotic grenades, and neutralizes dangerous opponents for a time with her tranquilizer.
Be sure to tune into IGN's Overwatch HQ to check out the latest on Blizzard's competitive team shooter.