Yo-Kai Watch 2 is quite literally a case of more of the same, albeit with a minor sprinkling of new ideas and some brand new annoyances to go with the package. It’s still massively likable and perfect for kids, but it’s not to shy to hide its lack of originality this time around behind a curtain of fetch quests and endearing characters.
Poochy and Yoshi make the transition to 3DS for this great port of one of the finest platformer on the Wii U. Even if it doesn't quite manage to hold up the bar as high in some respects.
As it stands, Dragon Quest 8 on 3DS is the best version of this game right now with fantastic new content and improvements. If you’ve never played it before, and you like RPGs then you owe it to yourself to give this one a go.
Pokémon Sun and Moon may take its time getting you hooked on its formula, but once they’re in they’re never coming back out again.
Super Mario Maker on the 3DS is just as feature rich as the Wii U version, but is severely hampered by a lack of true course sharing functionality.
Pokémon Sun and Moon may be the most accessible incarnation of the franchise ever. Here’s what the critics have to say so far
The Nintendo 3DS is going nowhere when the Switch hits the streets next year March, as that handheld still has a future.
Nintendo has conservative expectations for their new Switch console, despite overwhelming praise after the reveal last week.
Have you ever double-checked your doors at night because something just didn’t feel secure? …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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