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Series has been giving fans an eyeful of its characters’ bodies for years, and now they’ll get a noseful too.
Pikachu and other classic starter Pokémon face packs, of course, give fans special reasons to use ‘em all.
Nintendo’s new retro system includes a never-before released game, plus some of the odder elements of gaming in the 16-bit era.
While an eager audience of children hung onto his every word, his pep talk appears to have ruffled Japanese net users for an amusing reason.
International airport closest to company’s Kyoto headquarters lets you start your Nintendo travel fun right away.
Almost two years after getting our hopes up, Raid Battles are set to become part of the hit mobile game.
After more than 300 years in business, famous sweets shop gets first endorsement from the Pokémon star.
Warm up those throwing arms, because it’ll take more than a button tap to chuck those Koopa shells.
First glimpse of theme park’s Nintendo World expansion looks as awesome as we’d hoped.
Franchise makes it first appearance on Nintendo’s newest system, and also offers a return trip to the Alola region on 3DS.
Stores hold drawings to randomly award customers the right to buy coveted video game system.
Norihiko Hibino wants you to take a moment for yourself. Just relax. Let your worries fade. Get lost in his smooth saxophone sounds.
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