Friendship as Currency in Games Like Animal Crossing

Games like Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp use friendship as a reward system, which undermines the real value friendships. But can we find a way, or does any game already do it, to make friendships and relationships more like they are in real life?

Switching it up with a new Console

Todd is back from his vacation, and he’s got a brand-new Nintendo Switch to show for it. Plus, he racked up some thrilling drivetime on the classic F-Zero AX, a game he now wants to lobby Nintendo to add to the Switch lineup. Come on Nintendo, wouldn’t that be awesome?

Retro Game Friday: Mario Golf

Michael’s back with an obscure game from the Mario series for this week’s Retro Game Friday. It’s Mario Golf!

Open World JRPG Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Soars On Switch

With a deep and heavy emphasis on combat, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is similar in structure to the original Wii game than the more exploration-heavy Chronicles X. Those that love the constant-combat mechanic of traditional JRPG games will find a lot to love.