Happy MAR10 Day 2020!

Today, March 10, is MAR10 Day – when Nintendo encourages people of all ages to enjoy a host of heartfelt and joyous activities to honor one of the most iconic video game characters of all time. Official mashups between Mario and Pokémon include the inventive Mario Pikachu line, featuring a wide range of Pokémon posing as popular … Continue reading Happy MAR10 Day 2020!

Nintendo ranked 9th most reputable company of 2019 in the U.S.

Nintendo has been ranked the ninth most reputable company of 2019 in the U.S. The top 10 companies in the 2019 U.S. RepTrak 100 are as follows: 1. Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) 2. Hershey (NYSE: HSY) 3. Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) 4. Rolex 5. McCormick & Company (NYSE: MKC) 6. Barnes & Noble (NYSE: BKS) 7. Hasbro … Continue reading Nintendo ranked 9th most reputable company of 2019 in the U.S.

2025 Japan World Expo uses Lego blocks to create massive Pokémon mural and statues for Pikachu and Eevee

Last year, Pikachu and Hello Kitty were appointed by Japanese foreign minister Tarō Kōno. The two prominent entertainment icons are officially serving as ambassadors to promote the city of Osaka, Japan, for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025. The host of the Expo 2025 is scheduled to be announced in November 2018. The Pokémon Company recently shared official artwork for the … Continue reading 2025 Japan World Expo uses Lego blocks to create massive Pokémon mural and statues for Pikachu and Eevee

Toys “R” Us is going out of business

Iconic toy retailer Toys "R" Us has announced plans to shutter or sell its stores in the U.S. after failing to find a buyer or reach a deal to restructure billions in debt, putting at risk about 30,000 jobs. The closure is a blow to hundreds of toy makers that sell their products at the … Continue reading Toys “R” Us is going out of business