Donald Scott

When Satoru Iwata passed away in July 2015, the gaming world didn’t just lose a CEO. It lost a programmer who could debug code alongside his teams, a leader who took pay cuts to protect his employees, and a visionary who believed video games should be for everyone, not just the hardcore. Under his guidance, […]

Nintendo’s digital storefront has evolved dramatically, but one thing hasn’t changed: gamers love saving money on their favorite titles. Whether you’re eyeing the latest Zelda expansion, stocking up on indie gems during a sale, or finally grabbing that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC, promo codes can shave serious dollars off your eShop purchases. But finding

When Palworld launched in January 2024, it shattered early access records on Steam and became an instant phenomenon. Players loved the creature-collecting mechanics mixed with base-building and survival elements. But the celebration didn’t last long. By September 2024, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filed a lawsuit against Pocketpair, the indie studio behind Palworld, alleging patent

Princess Daisy has been part of Nintendo’s roster for nearly four decades, yet she’s never headlined her own mainline game. While Peach gets kidnapped in nearly every core Mario title and Rosalina commands her own galaxy, Daisy’s been relegated to the party circuit, karting, golfing, and tennis-ing her way through spin-offs since 1989. But here’s

The Nintendo 3DS family might not be getting new releases anymore, but millions of players are still grinding through Pokémon, Fire Emblem, and classic Zelda titles on their handhelds. The catch? That battery you’ve been charging since 2011 is probably on its last legs. If your 3DS dies halfway through a Nuzlocke run or won’t

Nintendo’s refund policies can feel like navigating a dungeon without a map. Whether you accidentally purchased the wrong game on the eShop, changed your mind about a pre-order, or ran into a technical issue that made a title unplayable, knowing how to get your money back is crucial. Unlike Steam’s straightforward two-hour refund window, Nintendo

The rectangular slab of plastic that shipped with the original Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985 didn’t just control games, it defined what a game controller should be for an entire generation. Today, those old Nintendo controllers and their successors have evolved from functional peripherals into coveted collectibles, with pristine examples fetching hundreds of dollars from

Getting a refund from the Nintendo eShop can feel like trying to beat a Dark Souls boss with a broken controller. Nintendo’s policy is notoriously rigid, and most players find themselves stuck with purchases they regret. But here’s the thing: refunds aren’t impossible. Whether you accidentally bought a game your kid downloaded without permission, encountered

The Nintendo Switch has earned its spot as one of gaming’s most versatile consoles, but that portability comes with risk. Whether it’s a commute across town or a cross-country flight, the Switch’s hybrid design means it’s constantly on the move, and constantly vulnerable to scratches, drops, and the chaos of a crowded backpack. A quality

The Super Nintendo Entertainment System delivered some of the most iconic gaming experiences of the 16-bit era, and in 2026, those classics are more accessible than ever. Whether it’s revisiting Chrono Trigger, mastering Super Metroid, or finally beating Super Mario World with your kids, a Super Nintendo emulator lets gamers experience these masterpieces on modern