Take a Peek at New Monster Hunter X and Airou Village DX
At a special Monster Hunter event held in Tokyo and later shown on a Nintendo Direct for Japan, Monster Hunter X and Poka Poka Airou Village DX, two new Monster Hunter titles, have been announced for the 3DS.
Monster Hunter X, built on the Monster Hunter 4G engine, will focus on flashy actions and customizable hunting styles for each weapon. Classes will now have special attacks that can be activated as an accent to the action. There are four different styles of playing to choose from, each which will determine what special moves can be done.
Nintendo Announces New Chibi Robo Game and Amiibo
During a Japanese-only Nintendo Direct today, Nintendo announced a new Chibi Robo game coming out later this year. The game will release simultaneously with a new Chibi Robo amiibo.
The name of the game translates to Lasso Action Guru-Guru Chibi Robo, and will feature Chibi Robo using its plug as a weapon and grappling hook. Collecting blue orbs will extend the plug's reach.
Yoshi’s Woolly World Gets Release Date for Japan
Yoshi's Woolly World will release on July 16 in Japan, Nintendo announced during today's Japan-centric Nintendo Direct broadcast.
In addition, the company confirmed the game will include over 50 different types of Yoshi, with a wide array of different colors and patterns for players to choose from. During the broadcast, Nintendo showcased Rainbow Yoshi, Piranha Yoshi, Winter Yoshi, Moo-Moo Yoshi, and Famicom Yoshi.
Wii U『ヨッシー ウールワールド』は7月16日発売。カメックに毛糸にされてしまった、50種類以上の個性的な柄のヨッシーを救うため、アクションを駆使してコースに隠された毛糸を探し出す。#NintendoDirectJP pic.twitter.com/CgaIhRort5
Spider-Man: Marvel’s Final 6 Contenders Revealed
Marvel Studios reportedly screen-tested six young actors today for the title role in their Spider-Man reboot.
According to THR, the following actors tested Saturday for the role of teenage Peter Parker: previously reported frontrunner Asa Butterfield (Ender's Game, Hugo); Tom Holland (The Impossible); Judah Lewis (seen in this fall's Demolition); Matthew Lintz (Pixels); Charlie Plummer (Boardwalk Empire); and Charlie Rowe (Red Band Society).
Unboxing Merle’s Knife Hand And Other Walking Dead Cosplay Weapons
ThinkGeek's Walking Dead Roleplay Weapons are the perfect way to put the finishing touches on a costume of your favorite zombie apocalypse survivor. After all, you can get your tattered jeans and stained t-shirt at any old thrift store, but where else will you find the has the signature armaments of the Michonne and the Dixon brothers rendered in fine plastic?
Merle's Knife Hand, or knife stump, features a detachable prop knife. There's a handle hidden inside for maintaining your grip. Daryl's Crossbow doesn't actually fire its rubber arrow, but does make a satisfying thwack! noise, and Michonne's Katana is a lightweight replica with its own scabbard.
Don’t Miss These 8 Awesome Figures
We sat down to get a detailed look at some of the greatest figures and statues we've obtained in the month of May. These range from Transformers Combiner Wars to a Life size statue of Geralt of Rivia. There may even be a Pikachu Plush. Check them out below!
Probably the largest figure IGN has ever unboxed, this Geralt of Rivia from the Witcher 3 stands almost 6 feet tall, sword in hand, and fighting off a nasty looking hag.
Nintendo stepped up their game when they crafted the Splatoon Amiibos. They're great use of color and high detail wows and is sure to please any Amiibo collector.
Thanks to the newest editions to the Combiner Wars set, you are now able to combine these Transformers to create the original Superion and Menasor from the 90s.
The Secrets of DC’s Cinematic Future
DC's movement on the live action front is picking up a lot of steam. This month alone we got one amazing season finale to The Flash, A first look at DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and an extended preview of Supergirl's first live action appearance. Join us as we discuss what's to come in the DC's ever growing cinematic universe.
The Flash's season finale delivered, there's no denying that. Just before the big finish, we got a look at what's in store for the future of the red blur, but what do all those glimpses mean?
Oliver Queen has made some wonderful friends over the years. Friends so wonderful that they, together, deserve their own TV show.
Superman's Cousin, Kara Zor-El, will finally break out on her own in the live action space. Recently, CBS released an extended look at the new television adaption, Supergirl.
343i Provides Video Breakdown of New Remnant Map for Halo: MCC
Halo developer 343 Industries has released two new videos to accompany the sizable update that's now available to owners of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.
Today's patch adds a new multiplayer map to the mix. It's called Remnant, a remake of the classic Halo 2 map, Relic. 343 Industries community manager Andy "Bravo" Dudynsky breaks down the new arena in the video below, pointing out power weapon spawn locations, as well as other strategic tips.
Silent Hills Exclusive to Xbox One Rumor Denied
Just a day after reports surfaced Microsoft was in talks to purchase exclusive rights to Silent Hills, the Xbox boss has apparently put the rumors to rest.
“Sorry, this isn’t true,” Head of Xbox Phil Spencer said in response to a Twitter user. “Not sure where the rumor started but I don’t want to mislead anyone.”
@GoReds42093 @Xbox Sorry, this isn't true. Not sure where the rumor started but I don't want to mislead anyone.
Halo 3: ODST Experiencing Download Issues
While Halo 3: ODST is now available for those who own Halo: The Master Chief Collection, it appears some are having difficulty downloading and installing the game.
Several Xbox One owners on NeoGAF are reporting that once the download climbs to 99 percent, it locks up, requiring them to start the download process over again.
However, it appears others have been able to successfully download and install ODST, noting that Bungie's hidden Destiny Easter egg has been removed. For comparisons sake, here's a look at the tease from the original release: