A new Nintendo store will open in Tokyo this year, the first of its kind in Japan. Nintendo already have a store in New York. As well as selling consoles, games and accessories the store will be used for events and promotions. The new store will take up a floor of a Shibuya department store. […]
Super Mario Odyssey Review
January 27th, 2019 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Mario, Nintendo, Review, Switch | Comment »
We’re taking a look at Mario’s latest, greatest adventure today, in this Super Mario Odyssey review. Yes, we know. It’s been out a while, but we’ve just gotten around to playing it through. We’re very glad we did, as it is a stonking return to form for the little plumber after a couple of good, […]
PlayStation Classic
September 20th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Playstation, Sony | Comment »
A mini PlayStation is on the way with 20 classic games included. Following in the footsteps of the many recent retro consoles, a new mini PlayStation is coming. The PlayStation Classic will include Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, Ridge Racer Type 4, Wild Arms and Tekken III as well as several unannounced games. Final Fantasy […]
Ace Combat Flight Stick for PS4
August 22nd, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Playstation | 1 Comment »
Game controllers can bring an added level of immersion to the gaming experience as well as improve your play. A flight stick can make all the difference when you’re angling to be top gun. Luckily then, Hori are bringing out a new controller to help indulge your fantasies. The Ace Combat Flight Stick for PS4 […]
Let’s make a pro soccer club!
July 19th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Sega | Comment »
Let’s make a pro soccer club! Road to world or Puro soca curubu o tsukurou! Rodo to wuruldo to give it its Japanese title has gotten an update recently. A few new formations and combos have made it into the game. Frankly, we’re just terrified of the in-game rendition of England manager Gareth Southgate. It […]
Musou Orochi 3 Is On The Way
June 11th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Japan | Comment »
It’s been a while since we carved through hordes of 15th century warriors but thankfully we’ll soon be getting the chance to do so again. The latest game in the Musou Orochi series has been announced. Musou Orochi 3 is on the way! Known as Warriors Orochi 4 in the west, the game will get […]
Yumenikki – Dream Diary
May 17th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Japan, PC | Comment »
Mental health has been getting a lot of coverage in the media lately and there have also been some interesting attempts by game developers to explore the subject. Recently, we discovered Yumenikki – Dream Diary, a 3D reboot of an old game featuring a Japanese recluse – a ‘hikkimori’ or shut-in. There a many people […]
Rainbow Islands – A look back
April 6th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Misc | Comment »
Rainbow Islands is one of our favorite classic games. One of the greatest ‘cutesie’ platformers, the cartoon like graphics mask a brutally difficult game with several layers of depth. Your character must ascend a number of themed islands battling with various creatures and escaping the ever rising water. But that’s not the whole story. Killing […]
Red Bull Gaming Sphere Tokyo
February 5th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Japan | Comment »
E-Sports continues to gain in popularity in Japan. Continuing the trend, a new dedicated gaming venue opened in Tokyo a couple of days ago. Red Bull Gaming Sphere aims to provide a gaming space for players, spectators and streamers as well as developers and publishers. This year Red Bull will be running a ‘Monday Night […]
Dragon Quest Builders Arriving on Switch
January 4th, 2018 ThreeHeadedMonkey Posted in Nintendo | Comment »
Switch owners will soon get their chance to explore Alefgard as Dragon Quest Builders arrives on the console. The Switch version will have a few additions and tweaks. As well as extra blocks there will be a new companion to help you build. There will be a rideable panther to help you get to those […]